Chapter 23: What is your take on Old Factory Street?

In the early morning, Lu Chen did not eat breakfast at the hotel, but instead drove back to the Zhuangyuan.

Last night could be considered his final time staying at the hotel.

Stepping out of the car, the fresh air and the quiet environment made Lu Chen feel refreshed and invigorated.

Although it was not as bustling as the area near Banshan Jiudian, it was still enough to satisfy Lu Chen.

From the third floor, one could actually vaguely see Victoria Harbour.

"Welcome home."

Butler Wang stood in front of the parking lot, carefully following behind Lu Chen.

"Thank you for your hard work; there is no need for such trouble in the future."

Lu Chen smiled gently; in truth, he preferred the ease of modern people, but since he had arrived in Xianggang...

Whether for the sake of face or for future negotiations with business partners, he had to make preparations in advance.

Butler Wang was also a necessary link in that.

"It is my duty. Breakfast has already been prepared for you. Would you like to..."

Butler Wang maintained his professional tone and did not slack off because of Lu Chen's words.

"Is Secretary Shen awake?"

Lu Chen nodded slightly, asked directly, and strolled toward the dining room.

Along the way, flowers were in full bloom; although it was already late autumn, this did not affect the garden landscape, and it even had a hint of a special charm.

Upon seeing Lu Chen, the staff bowed slightly before continuing their work.

"Secretary Shen is in the gym and has not yet started her meal. She can arrive in about 10 minutes. Would you like me to notify her to come early?"

Butler Wang followed closely by Lu Chen's side and began to introduce the situation quickly.

"No need, just follow her own pace. Butler Wang, are you familiar with Xianggang?"

Lu Chen nodded with satisfaction, took out a pack of 555s, tossed one to Butler Wang, and did not continue walking forward.

"Join me for a smoke."

"Uh... very well."

Butler Wang hesitated for a moment, took the cigarette, removed his white glove, and then respectfully took out a cheap lighter to light it for Lu Chen.

Only then did he take a puff himself.

"I am not particularly familiar with Xianggang. Butlers like me are basically all trained."

"Is there a specialized training institution?"

A smile played on Lu Chen's face, and a hint of intrigue flashed in his eyes.

If it were specialized training, that would be interesting.

"It is not a training institution, but rather something learned by following a master. My master is the butler of the Zhuangyuan next door."

Butler Wang paused, and after taking a puff of his cigarette, he continued.

"Just as I am currently training an apprentice. If you have any needs, I can ask my master to introduce some channels to you."

"Then are you loyal to your employer, or are you loyal to your lineage?"

The corners of Lu Chen's mouth turned up slightly as he asked directly.

His tone carried a hint of coldness.

Intelligence!

No matter where one is, intelligence is the most important thing!

Especially the people around every wealthy person; if they are not loyal, there is simply no security to speak of!

But Lu Chen also knew clearly in his heart that as long as Butler Wang had entered this Zhuangyuan, there was a high probability he would not leak his intelligence.

Otherwise, this person would likely not be used by any wealthy person in the future.

"Of course I am loyal to you. This was the first sentence my master taught me when I entered the profession. To this day, I still do not know the true situation of the master in that Zhuangyuan."

Butler Wang said with a serious expression, his tone carrying a hint of solemnity!

Even his body straightened up a bit unconsciously.

There was even a hint of pride in it.

"Let's go."

Lu Chen nodded slightly, did not discard the cigarette butt, but held it in his hand and turned to walk toward the dining room.

"Starting from today, your salary will increase by 10% every year."

Butler Wang followed closely behind Lu Chen, his face wearing a look of gravity, while a flash of excitement crossed his eyes.

Lu Chen had not been sitting at the dining table for long when Shen Wanyu walked in wearing a professional suit.

"Good morning, BOSS. Sorry to keep you waiting."

Shen Wanyu felt a bit embarrassed, her face slightly flushed, but she still sat down in the chair opposite Lu Chen.

"Not long, I just arrived as well."

Lu Chen glanced slightly at Butler Wang; Butler Wang nodded slightly, stopped the rhythm of serving dishes, and soon only the two of them were left in the entire dining room.

"Let's eat."

Lu Chen ate his breakfast silently, feeling immensely satisfied!

Delicious!

Whether it was the crystal shrimp dumplings or the tiger-skin chicken feet, they were the best he had ever eaten!

The Zhuangyuan's chef was truly excellent!

It was just a tiny bit worse than the five-star hotels of his previous life.

Well, it was mainly a matter of seasonings; after all, logistics were not as developed now as they would be in later generations.

"What is your take on Jiu Chang Jie?"

Lu Chen wiped his mouth and looked at Shen Wanyu, who had finished tidying up.

He nodded silently; although Shen Wanyu had not yet fully relaxed, she seemed prepared.

"According to the available data, the situation there is very chaotic and the legal risks are high, making it difficult for us to establish a foothold."

A trace of hesitation appeared on Shen Wanyu's face before she continued speaking.

"I will find a way to use my connections to obtain data from there to provide you with a more accurate assessment."

"Then what is your take on the distribution of power in Jiu Chang Jie?"

Lu Chen smiled and nodded slightly; it was not brilliant, but it was within his expectations.

It was never ability that he admired.

He took a Cigar from the Cigar case and slowly began to preheat it.

"According to the data provided by Li Ge, it can be roughly categorized into three types..."

After Shen Wanyu repeated the intelligence Lu Chen already knew, she began to analyze it.

Her expression was subconsciously one of disgust, but it slowly became increasingly grave, and her analysis grew sharper.

"In short, they are all a bunch of scum. If you have to deal with them, be careful; they do not play by the rules."

"You, is that all you see? As long as people are alive, they have their uses. Although Jiu Chang Jie looks chaotic, if you look at it from another angle, don't they also follow a strange order?"

Lu Chen nodded slightly; indeed, Shen Wanyu's analysis was not bad.

That was only from the perspective of an ordinary person.

But what if you changed the angle?

The merchants in Jiu Chang Jie are still operating just fine, aren't they?

If there were no specific order, those people would have been unable to continue long ago.

A trace of surprise appeared on Shen Wanyu's face; after tilting her head and thinking for a while, she nodded heavily.

"I'm sorry, BOSS, I was one-sided, using my own preferences to analyze things. I will be more careful in the future."

"Alright, go get busy. See if you can analyze any patterns or their rules."

Lu Chen took a puff of his Cigar and crossed his legs.

"If you want to go to that area, the most important thing is to find their rules and use their rules to handle our affairs."

"Understood."

A trace of gravity appeared on Shen Wanyu's face, and she nodded slightly.

She stood up and walked out of the dining room.

After a while, Butler Wang walked in.

"Sir, Manager Wang from Huangguan Yinhang is waiting for you in the reception room."

Butler Wang bowed slightly, his suit immaculate, performing a standard salute.

"Let's go."

Lu Chen smiled; he had not expected him to come so quickly.

"By the way, Butler Wang, starting today, subscribe to all the mainstream newspapers; I want to read them every morning."