Chapter 1330: Using Over Ten Million as Bait!

Du Ruian dialed Zhang Xianguang's phone number.

"It's me, Du Ruian."

Zhang Xianguang paused for a moment, "You actually dare to contact me? What is it, did you scrape together enough money to pay me back?"

In Zhang Xianguang's eyes, Du Ruian had already become a stray dog who would never be able to turn his life around.

The only reason he had spared his life was out of consideration for the fact that Du Ruian had helped him back when he was still in the early stages of his career.

"That's right, I've scraped together the money. Let's set a time, and I'll pay you back." Du Ruian tried his best to keep his tone steady.

"Did I hear that right? The money you owe me is not a small sum." Zhang Xianguang was quite surprised.

"I have an uncle who went to the United States in the nineties. He's been doing business over there and made a lot of money. His son is back this time, and he's willing to help me pay off my debts." Du Ruian spoke according to the script provided by Tang Ye.

"So that's it. You really did get lucky. However, you owe me so much money, and after all this time, with the interest compounding, it's not a small amount," Zhang Xianguang warned.

Fury erupted in Du Ruian's eyes, but he struggled to control his emotions, "You calculate the total. My cousin said that this time we should settle it clearly and resolve it completely."

Zhang Xianguang laughed, "Sure, let's do it tomorrow. I have time tomorrow. As for the location, I'll send you an address."

"No, I'll decide the address for where we talk. I'll send it to you tomorrow," Du Ruian insisted.

Zhang Xianguang let out a dry laugh, "You're quite cautious."

Du Ruian said in a deep voice, "I know you very well. It's better if I choose the place; it gives me a sense of security."

Zhang Xianguang said disdainfully, "Fine, we'll do it your way. Don't try to play any tricks on me."

Du Ruian gave a bitter smile, "I know you're doing very well for yourself now. If I play tricks on you, wouldn't I just be asking for trouble?"

Zhang Xianguang snorted, "Fine, then I'll wait for your news."

After hanging up on Du Ruian, Zhang Xianguang made a call to his second brother, Zhang Xianyao.

"Second brother, come to my office."

"Alright, I'll be there right away."

A moment later, Zhang Xianyao knocked on the door and walked in. He sat directly opposite Zhang Xianguang with a cigarette in his mouth and said in a relaxed manner, "What do you need me for?"

Zhang Xianguang said, "Du Ruian just called me and said he wants to pay back the money."

Zhang Xianyao frowned, "That poor dog, how could he possibly have money? Isn't this a trap?"

Zhang Xianguang waved his hand, "He said he has an uncle who does business in the United States and is now a big tycoon. His uncle wants to pay off his debts for him. You go check if this is true."

Zhang Xianyao nodded slightly, "Alright, I'll have someone look into it right now."

About half an hour later, Zhang Xianyao took the investigation results his subordinates had obtained and knocked on the office door again.

His face wore a strange expression, "Brother, I've checked it out. He does indeed have an uncle abroad."

Zhang Xianguang nodded slightly, and the vigilance in his eyes diminished a little, "I didn't expect Du Ruian to actually find a lifeline. This guy really did get lucky."

A look of joy appeared in Zhang Xianyao's eyes, "I just had someone calculate the accounts. He hasn't paid back the money he owed us before, and now he still owes us twelve million!"

Zhang Xianguang took a deep breath, "This is a windfall delivered to our doorstep! If Du Ruian is willing to pay, then we'll spare his dog life!"

……

The next morning, Zhang Xianguang received a call from Du Ruian.

"Let's meet at Wanghu Restaurant in Yechuan County."

Zhang Xianguang frowned, puzzled, "Why choose Yechuan?"

Du Ruian said indifferently, "What? Are you afraid to show up?"

Zhang Xianguang laughed heartily, "We're still in Xiyang City, what do I have to be afraid of? You wait, I'm leaving right now!"

After hanging up, Zhang Xianguang called Zhang Xianyao, "Du Ruian just sent a message; he wants to meet me in Yechuan County."

Zhang Xianyao said in surprise, "Why did this guy pick such a location?"

Zhang Xianguang waved his hand, "For twelve million, a little trouble is worth it. You gather some men and come with me."

Zhang Xianyao nodded, "Brother, don't worry, I'll arrange it. Also, I'll find someone to give a heads-up to the police in Yechuan, so if anything unexpected happens, we'll be prepared."

Zhang Xianguang said with satisfaction, "You're becoming more and more mature and sophisticated in your work."

Zhang Xianguang walked downstairs, where a car was already waiting.

After his car set off, more than a dozen cars followed closely behind.

When the convoy exited the highway, Han Hu received the news and reported to Tang Ye,

"County Magistrate Tang, we just received word that Zhang Xianguang has already brought his men off the highway. Preliminary estimates suggest there are nearly a hundred people coming this time. Additionally, they've pulled strings to give a heads-up to a comrade at the Yechuan Public Security Bureau in advance."

When Du Ruian heard that Zhang Xianguang had brought so many people, there was no fear in his eyes; instead, there was a hint of excitement.

Zhang Xianguang brought so many people, which looked very imposing, but from another perspective, didn't it just confirm his involvement in organized crime?

As for Han Hu, he was completely impressed by Tang Ye's arrangements.

The trap Tang Ye had designed was simply flawless.

Originally, he had been worried about having to go to Wenyang to make arrests, which on one hand didn't follow procedure, and on the other hand, Wenyang was Zhang Xianguang's home base, making the arrest difficult and high-risk.

Tang Ye used Du Ruian's debt repayment, using over ten million as bait, to lure the other party into walking right into the trap!

……

Zhang Xianguang walked into Wanghulou Restaurant.

The restaurant's business was good, and the floor was full of people.

Zhang Xianguang arrived at the private room on the third floor. After pushing the door open, his gaze landed on Du Ruian.

Du Ruian was dressed neatly and cleanly, his hair was slicked back, and he wore gold-rimmed glasses. At first glance, it made him feel as if he had returned to many years ago, to that once high-spirited Boss Du.

Zhang Xianguang then let his gaze fall on the young man beside Du Ruian, a smile appearing at the corner of his mouth, "Old Du, long time no see. Introduce me to this boss beside you!"

Du Ruian introduced him to Zhang Xianguang, "This is my cousin, Du Ye."

Zhang Xianguang stepped forward and took the initiative to shake hands with "Du Ye", "Boss Du is American and grew up in the United States. I wonder if you understand Chinese?"

"Du Ye" smiled and pulled his hand back, "Boss Zhang, my father and mother are both Chinese, so I do understand Chinese."

Zhang Xianguang nodded slightly, "Boss Du, your Chinese is spoken very well! You returned this time not just to help Du Ruian solve his debt problem, right?"

Du Ye smiled at Zhang Xianguang, "Boss Zhang, you are a smart man. The economic development momentum in Huaguo has been very good these past few years; I plan to scout out a few industries with potential in Huaguo. My cousin will be my important helper, so before investing, his debt problem needs to be solved."

Zhang Xianguang secretly thought that Du Ye must be winning people over.

By helping Du Ruian solve his debt problem,

he will work for him heart and soul in the future!