Chapter 567: with translation of chapter title

I can guarantee you here that from now on, we the Cui Family will listen to Tian Shi's words, to your brother Jianqiang's words, and even to Shi Yong's words; if we fail to do so, may the Cui Family be struck by heavenly thunder and five lightning bolts, and meet a bad end. Cui Rulin swore a poisonous oath.

Damn, my words, you guys will listen too. I'll make you eat shit, will you? Shi Yong said directly.

Brother Jianqiang, this, Brother Shi Yong, you really like to joke. I'm saying we'll listen to your words…. Cui Rulin showed an embarrassed expression.

You say you'll listen to our words, then I'll just make you eat shit. Shi Yong said solemnly.

This… this. Cui Rulin stammered.

All right, Shi Yong, don't give Cui Lao ye a hard time. Old Cui, this Shi Yong is just joking with you.

I came today just to tell you one thing: that enemies should be resolved, not entrenched.

From now on, as long as you honestly obey in Zaocheng and don't cause trouble,

I can also guarantee you here that Tian Shi's side won't make things difficult for your Cui Family.

As long as everyone saves face, Old Cui, do you understand what I mean?

Of course I understand. Like this, I'll call all the family members in for a meeting, specifically to tell them that from now on they must obey Tian Shi, with no dissenting opinions. Cui Rulin said.

The meeting can wait until we leave; you can tell them again then.

You can also keep telling them, not to admit defeat, that a gentleman's revenge may take ten years but is never too late.

Let them endure; when the time is right, we'll strike back. I deliberately said that ahead of time.

Cui Rulin immediately shook his head and said, "Brother Jianqiang, we can't joke like this; this time I've completely changed."

From now on I'll live an honest retired life, with no improper thoughts; I won't inquire about my children's development—let them do as they please. How can I say anything to make you believe me? Cui Rulin almost cried.

I think the torment has been enough,

then I smiled and said, "Old Cui, in that case, the evidence—Tian Shi's side has copies; they can arrest your son at any time."

I trust you, but Tian Shi trusts more the leverage they hold in hand.

Brother Jianqiang, what will happen to my son? Cui Rulin asked anxiously.

Cui Chengshan? From now on just keep a low profile, don't be too ostentatious, and not go around with a woman everywhere—how could someone like that accomplish anything? You agree, right? I said.

What Jianqiang said is right; when this kid comes out, I'll scold him harshly so he learns his lesson, and will never make such a mistake again. Cui Rulin said.

Regarding your son's matter, I still need to consult Tian Shi, tell him what you promised today; if he says it's fine, your son can continue as an official; if he says there's a problem, I can't do anything.

But, Old Cui, how it goes is up to me now—do you understand? I deliberately said.

Brother Jianqiang, this matter entirely depends on your help. Here's two million; take it—I'm retired and have no use for it—just help my son get through this. Cui Rulin said, and really shed two tears.

It seems Cui Chengshan is indeed his biological son; otherwise Cui Rulin wouldn't have taken out two million for me.

I smiled,

Old Cui, I said we're familiar; I help you purely out of old feelings. I won't take this money, and I'll do my best to help with Cui Chengshan's affair.

Please, Jianqiang, take it. I'll be relieved only if you take it. If Tian Shi decides to deal with my son, my son will be completely finished.

At his age, after a few years in lockup, what could he do? He'd be a wreck.

Brother Jianqiang, only you can help me. I'm begging you. Cui Rulin said, rose from the bench, and was about to kneel before me.

Cui Rulin kneels too easily; no need to ask how many people he's knelt before.

I quickly stood up and held Cui Rulin to keep him from kneeling.

I can't take this money, but I can let Shi Yong take it.

After steadying Cui Rulin, I gave Shi Yong a look, and he immediately understood what was going on.

Brother, we must take this money. If you don't take it, Old Cui won't be at ease. Only if you take it will he be reassured.

Besides, what's this two million? For a position like Cui Chengshan's, you couldn't buy it even with two hundred million.

To Old Cui, this is small change; only if Cui Chengshan stays as county magistrate can he earn several million a year, right?

Shi Yong brother, you're right; Brother Jianqiang, you must take it, or I won't be at ease. Besides, this money is my coffin fund—I can't let Cui Chengshan dip into it anymore; from now on he'll have to live an honest life. Cui Rulin then pulled a card from his pocket.

I said nothing.

Shi Yong snatched the card from Cui Rulin's hand,

What's the password?

What's the password? Cui Rulin said, looking at me.

I still said nothing.

Why don't you trust me, Shi Yong? If you don't tell me the password, I won't take it—really, do you think two million is a lot? To us it's just petty cash; back when I gambled in Sijiucheng's casinos, wins and losses were several million or more…. Shi Yong began to nag Cui Rulin.

Shi Yong, let's go. This money had better stay with Old Cui for his coffin. I said and got up to head out.

Brother Jianqiang, the password is—Brother Shi Yong, did you note it down? Cui Rulin said pitifully while giving the password.

Damn, it's so simple—if I'd known, I wouldn't have asked. Shi Yong said, then took the card and followed behind me.

Shi Yong, you've got the card—handle this matter. I won't ask about it. I deliberately said.

Ah, Brothers Jianqiang and Shi Yong, wait for me—my mother's coming, what should I do? Cui Rulin rushed out of the house.

Don't worry, Old Cui—I'm just messing with you; go home and wait for news. Shi Yong waved at Cui Rulin.

I ignored everyone and strode forward.

Shi Yong and I quickly left the residential compound.

Once out of the compound, Shi Yong's mouth broke into a grin,

Brother, I didn't expect an extra gain—two million; Old Cui really splurged.

I opened the car door,

and said with a smile, "Shi Yong, take care of the money you received; I won't ask about it."

Brother, we couldn't possibly be joking like this—if I could pull it off, I'd still be following you. Brother, see how I performed tonight; I'm acting entirely on your cues. Shi Yong boasted.

Make do with it. Shi Yong, you say if I can't pull this off, what happens to the money? I asked.

What else can we do? We'll just spend it. Damn, the Cui Family has plenty of money; they won't miss these two million. If we can't pull it off, we can't— if they're capable, they can come ask me, Shi Yong, for it; I'm not afraid of them. Shi Yong said, pounding his chest.

"With those words of yours, I feel relieved; where shall we go?" I asked Shi Yong.

"Go to the bank's ATM; I'll check the money inside to see whether there are two million,

we're just anxious and rushed, take an empty card for us, and don't let that old kid trick us." Shi Yong mused.

"Looks like Shi Yong is getting smarter and smarter; let's go check the card at the bank." After I said that, I started the car and drove with Shi Yong toward the bank.