Chapter 189: Xi Huan is a great place

Li Xin sat on a small stool, eyes fixed on the water, just watching when the fish float would move—this damn thing has already been two hours!

Not a single fish has been caught—isn't that a bit excessive?

Jianguo was holding back laughter not far away; his bucket already had three fish, plus a decent-sized crucian carp weighing about a catty.

When he reeled it in, the boss looked at him funny, as if he wanted to snatch it away!

It's understandable; today he was bored, so he grabbed a set of fishing gear and tried his hand at fishing—first time touching a fishing rod, and hey, the fish were actually quite cooperative.

He's already caught three fish!

On the way back that evening, Li Xin's face was dark; his bucket held just one fish, a crucian carp about two taels heavy—better than nothing.

Having some hair doesn't count as bald!

Returning to the Shallow Water Bay Villa, Li Xin lifted Jianguo's bucket, beaming as he placed the few fish in a conspicuous spot so Qiuti could see them when she came back.

That's how fishing enthusiasts are—never mind how I got these fish, the important thing is for others to see them.

After taking a shower and changing clothes, he lingered by the pond; his smell was a bit strong, a grassy fishy odor.

He also called Tianhong, telling him to come to the villa to meet up, saying he'd take him out to play today.

As long as Ji Ge doesn't kick the bucket, this isn't a big deal.

It's just that the Smiling Tiger dares to provoke Prosperity—he's asking for death! As long as Prosperity doesn't have internal strife, who dares to tug its tiger's whiskers?

Over this period, among these societies, Prosperity can be said to be the most law-abiding, never causing trouble.

Occasionally eating some meat— that's nothing; which society isn't like that?

Unexpectedly, the Smiling Tiger took Prosperity's law-abiding nature as an invitation to bully—can we tolerate that?

No!

Li Xin doesn't care what others think; now, whoever in Prosperity touches Number Four, he'll oppose them.

What a great society this is! It brings him plenty of convenience—can't let others ruin it!

The reason he brought Tianhong out today is to tell the outside societies: don't provoke Prosperity, or Li Xin will be very unhappy.

Slaughter that Smiling Tiger little chicken, let the surrounding monkeys watch the show.

Li Xin handles things clearly separating society affairs, personal matters, and company business.

For society matters, he uses force— they're a pack of wolves and tigers; if you don't hurt them, they won't admit defeat.

For his own affairs, his methods are even more brutal—once those who have opinions of him are gone, no one can have opinions of him.

For company affairs, he tends to resolve them with gentle means—this is legitimate business; if violence can be avoided, he avoids it as much as possible.

Fighting and killing can give him a foothold.

Being harmonious can let him settle things smoothly.

Only by combining fighting and killing with harmony can he advance and retreat freely.

Six o'clock in the evening.

Li Xin brought Tianhong and them to Lian Haolong's Tuo Di.

Upon meeting, Lian Haolong introduced Li Xin to the important figures of Zhongzi Dui.

He pulled one, a person who somewhat resembles Jiang Tian Sheng, and introduced him:

"A Xin, this is my younger brother Lian Haodong; please look after him from now on."

Li Xin shook hands with Lian Haodong, smiling and saying, "Long Ge's brother is my brother; we're all good friends—if you run into trouble, just speak up."

Hmm, this guy never forgets to take advantage of others—Lian Haodong is quite a bit older than him!

Lian Haodong politely said, "Brother Xin's great name—who in the jianghu doesn't know it? Please continue to look after me, Brother Xin."

Then he changed tone and asked, "I've heard Brother Xin has two casinos on Ao Island?"

Li Xin nodded, patting his shoulder and said, "Playing is fine, just don't get too involved—later, when you go to Ao Island, give my name and they'll give you a discount."

He's an old gambling addict! Whose money he earns is still his—might as well let Li Xin pocket it; they're all insiders anyway.

Beside Lian Haolong was a beautiful woman in her thirties—this must be Su Su.

Li Xin took the initiative to greet her, looking at her and saying, "You must be the sister-in-law, right? Hello! I'm Li Xin."

After speaking, he lightly shook her hand.

Su Su is quite eloquent; she opened with flattery: "Brother Xin's fame spans both the white and black worlds—calling me sister-in-law is really elevating me!"

Lian Haolong then introduced him to several big figures of Zhongzi Dui; after exchanging greetings, a large group proceeded into this nightclub private room.

The private room already had the banquet prepared, waiting for Li Xin to arrive!

At the table, Lian Haolong was extremely warm toward Tianhong, as if meeting a close brother.

"Tianhong, the way I see you, the way I feel close to you—come to Xi Huan more often to play, and treat Xi Huan as your own turf, play however you like."

While Lian Haolong drank with Li Xin, he chatted with Tianhong, his words inside and out exuding warmth.

Tianhong picked up a cola bottle, clinked it against Lian Haolong's, and said:

"Originally, I planned to finish challenging Big Brother, then come to Xi Huan to challenge Long Ge."

"I really want to see Long Ge's skills—I don't know if I'll get the chance."

Li Xin quickly scolded, "Tianhong, did one bottle of cola make you drunk? What status does Long Ge have? He doesn't have time to mess around with you."

Lian Haolong quickly smoothed things over, laughing, "A Xin, don't blame Tianhong—I really like his personality; speak your mind, that's genuine character."

"This personality is great—I'm straightforward, I don't like too much beating around the bush, which is why I get along so well with Tianhong."

Li Xin inwardly chuckled, "If it weren't for me, you two wouldn't even be a matter of liking or not liking."

But rather, it's a matter of life and death dependence!

He glanced again at Su Su and A Fa, also noticing nothing special—perhaps the timeline is too early, the time hasn't come yet.

After eating and drinking their fill, Li Xin and Lian Haolong went to the nightclub's rooftop.

At night, standing on the roof, the sea breeze gently brushed his face, carrying a salty freshness, as if calling from the deep ocean.

It brushed past gently, as soft as fine silk, bringing a hint of coolness, allowing the spirit to gain tranquility and freedom.

Li Xin closed his eyes, as if he could hear the whisper of the waves, feeling the vastness and profundity of the sea.

The sea breeze swept by, carrying away the world's clamor, letting people forget their worries, as the spirit freely soared between stars and waves.

Lian Haolong did not disturb him, but quietly watched this, the young man enjoying the sea breeze.

It's somewhat unbelievable; this is only the second time we've met, yet he seems very familiar with the Loyalty Character Pile.

Li Xin opened his eyes, looking at his doubtful gaze, and said with a smile:

"Long Ge, I get along well with many people in your Number Gang, and I understand your internal affairs better than others."

After saying that, he gazed down at the endless stream of traffic below.

Night fell, lights began to glow, and the street below resembled a flowing ribbon of light.

Car lights flickered like scattered stars, weaving together the city's brilliant nightscape.

Each vehicle was like a meteor in that ribbon of light, carrying people's hopes and dreams, shuttling along West Ring Avenue where the lights grew sparse.

Although West Ring cannot compare to Central Ring, this place is certainly not bad; if it develops well, it will also have plenty of profit.