Chapter 59: There Will Be a Chance to Cooperate!

Tang Ye did not expect it to be such a coincidence!

He had met the middle-aged man and Xiao Tan at a breakfast shop during the day, and now they were in trouble again.

The driver and the shop owner were grabbing each other by the collars, looking like they would fight to the death.

Xiao Tan knitted her willow-leaf eyebrows, her fists clenched tightly, as if she wanted to step forward to help at any moment.

The middle-aged man seemed used to big scenes; he was surprisingly calm, with a bone-chilling sneer on his face.

Without a word, Tang Ye walked over with quick strides.

"What's going on?"

While speaking, Tang Ye rushed between the driver and the shop owner, forcibly pulling the two apart.

Xiao Tan recognized Tang Ye and, as if reinforcements had descended from heaven, hurriedly explained, "They want to charge us five hundred to patch a tire. When we tried to bargain, they started making all sorts of snide, nasty remarks. They said, 'Driving such a nice car, you can't even spare five hundred bucks.'"

The shop owner felt a wave of pain in his neck and thought to himself that this driver had a hell of a grip.

He sneered, "He said I'm running a rip-off shop, so I'll be a rip-off shop to the end! Without five hundred, don't even think about leaving."

Tang Ye saw through the shop owner's mentality.

Seeing that the other party had out-of-town license plates and was driving a million-level car, he wanted to extort a sum.

The driver was not someone who feared trouble and started arguing with the other party.

It started with a verbal conflict, then they started scuffling.

At this moment, Tang Ye unhesitatingly chose to stand on the side of justice.

"Five hundred? That's too steep a price; have you never seen money before?"

The shop owner was burning with rage. "Ha, another one looking for trouble." He then waved his hand at the employees nearby. "Are you all dead? Someone is causing trouble, hurry up and grab your tools!"

Tang Ye did not want to escalate the conflict. "I suggest you put down the tools in your hands. Once you start a fight, the nature of this changes. It was originally a commercial dispute, but if you start fighting, that's highway robbery."

The man stood to the side watching the situation unfold, and upon hearing Tang Ye quietly elevate the nature of the matter, he could not help but look at him with new eyes.

This kid had an interesting soul hidden inside!

Seeing his employees intimidated by Tang Ye and afraid to step forward, the shop owner glared at them angrily.

"Who is committing highway robbery?

You don't pay for car repairs and still want to leave?"

"A bunch of useless guys, I've been feeding you for nothing."

If this had happened in Pinghu, Tang Ye could have solved it with a single phone call.

Now that he was out of town, he did not want to make a big scene.

"How about this, why don't we call the police? Let the police decide what should be done! I am very familiar with your Police Station Chief Hu Zhongping; I was just eating with him earlier!"

Although Tang Ye looked down on Hu Zhongping, at this moment he still used Hu Zhongping's name, hoping to deter the other party.

At the same time, he took his work ID out of his pocket, preparing to reveal his identity.

He did not expect Shi Dong to not buy it at all, nor give him a chance to speak; he slapped the ID away and even ground it into the dirt with his foot.

He pointed at Tang Ye's nose and cursed: "Who do you think you are, daring to stick your neck out and trying to use people to pressure me? You didn't even bother to ask who I, Shi Dong, am. In the entire Chongjiang County, who dares to challenge me?"

Du Xi hurriedly bent down, picked up the work ID, patted it with her hand, and blew off the dust.

Tang Ye took the work ID and sneered as he put it back into his pocket.

"No one wants to challenge you. However, I am reminding you that you should follow the rules when doing business; some money is too hot to handle."

The man had been observing Tang Ye's words and actions.

This young man's ability to maintain his composure was better than he had imagined; if it were anyone else his age, they would have long since been unable to take the provocation and started swinging fists.

A concerned citizen called the police.

The police car from the Police Station arrived at the scene.

The police officer frowned when he saw Shi Dong reeking of alcohol.

He knew Shi Dong's background; relying on his cousin who worked at the Chongjiang County Public Security Bureau, he usually acted very high-profile.

"What's going on?" the police officer asked with a serious expression.

Du Xi took her work ID out of her bag and handed it to the police officer.

The police officer didn't pay much attention at first, but his expression changed instantly.

He did not expect that the beautiful and delicate woman before him actually worked at the City Bureau, and he thought to himself, Shi Dong, you kid, you've really gotten yourself into big trouble.

He didn't know how to handle it for a moment, thinking, I'll just follow the procedure then.

"Let's all go to the Police Station to sit down and resolve this."

Shi Dong still didn't know what was happening and took out his phone to call his cousin.

"I ran into some trouble; I met a customer who refused to pay after fixing their car. Then I ran into some busybodies. The other party said they know Hu Zhongping; you have to help me uphold justice!"

"I'm calling Chief Hu right now!"

Shi Qiang was the Deputy Captain of the Traffic Police Brigade at the County Public Security Bureau, and Shi Dong's auto repair shop was able to thrive because of this connection.

A bystander sees things clearly. The police officer felt that Shi Dong had gone too far this time, thinking, Shi Dong, just keep on jumping!

Hu Zhongping returned home, his mind filled with Du Xi's every look and smile; he wanted to pursue Du Xi not only because she had turned into a swan, but also because of her family background.

If he could marry Du Xi, it would definitely be a help to his career.

A phone call from the duty officer interrupted Hu Zhongping's thoughts.

"Chief Hu, we just received a report of a dispute at an auto repair shop, and one of the people there says they are your friend."

Hu Zhongping sat up. "Friend? What's their name?"

"Du Xi. I checked her work ID; she's from the City Bureau!"

Hu Zhongping hurriedly got up from the sofa. "Got it, I'll be there in a moment!"

While putting on his clothes, he received a call from Shi Qiang.

Hu Zhongping immediately informed Shi Qiang of Du Xi's identity.

Shi Qiang realized his cousin had provoked someone he shouldn't have, and hurriedly rushed to the Jinshui Town Police Station.

The mediation room.

The atmosphere was solemn.

Seeing his cousin appear, Shi Dong finally breathed a sigh of relief, pointing at Tang Ye and the middle-aged man, "Cousin, these people caused trouble in my shop; they must be locked up for a few days."

Shi Qiang's face turned livid, and he walked in front of him without saying a word.

He raised his hand and slapped Shi Dong across the face, left and right.

"Shut your mouth!"

Seeing Shi Qiang discipline his younger cousin, Hu Zhongping apologized to Du Xi, "I've let you see something embarrassing. I have already arranged for someone to fix your car tires; they are parked outside, and you can leave now."

"What about them?" Tang Ye remained calm.

"They can leave too. As for the cost, it can be negotiated; five hundred is indeed too much. I think fifty is about right? Shi Dong, do you have any objections?" Hu Zhongping thought to himself that Tang Ye was really overstepping his bounds!

Shi Dong's face burned, and he had long been stunned by his cousin's beating, "Police Station Chief Hu, whatever you say goes."

Hu Zhongping understood the cause and effect, and he felt that Tang Ye was the source of the trouble!

If it weren't for the sake of Du Xi, he would not have mediated.

In that case, Tang Ye would have had to spend at least one day in the police station tonight.

"Then let's make it fifty!" The middle-aged man smiled without smiling, and took a deep look at Tang Ye, "Thank you for helping us resolve the situation today."

Tang Ye waved his hand, "You're welcome. We were just about to fix the car; you indirectly helped us step on the landmine in advance."

Just as they were about to leave the mediation room.

Suddenly, the door was kicked open.

Wan Ming was seen rushing in with a group of police officers, walking straight toward Tang Ye, standing in front of him, his eyes full of anger, and he said domineeringly, "Did you suffer any losses? Did anyone lay a hand on you? If you suffered any losses, I'll smash this place up."

Tang Ye thought to himself, Old Wan, you arrived a step late; the matter has already been resolved!

However, coming here was still worth it!

At the very least, it let Hu Zhongping know that he could resolve the current crisis without relying on Du Xi.

Smashing the place might be a bit of an exaggeration.

But, given Wan Ming's personality, he would definitely have caused a huge scene.

Hu Zhongping had originally thought that Tang Ye and Wan Ming were just acquaintances.

He didn't expect Wan Ming and Tang Ye's relationship to be this solid.

Hearing that Tang Ye was in trouble, Wan Ming had brought people and "charged" over directly.

If he hadn't stepped in, the police station might have been "stormed" by Wan Ming and his men tonight.

Moreover, Bureau Chief Zhu was eating with Wan Ming tonight... if things went wrong, it would affect his future career path...

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but feel a chill down his back.

Hu Zhongping hurriedly apologized to Wan Ming with a smile, "Bureau Chief Wan, please calm down! Town Mayor Tang and I are friends; how could I let him suffer any losses here?"

Shi Qiang felt a lingering fear in his heart.

If it weren't for Hu Zhongping tipping him off in advance, Shi Dong might have caused a huge disaster tonight!

Tang Ye was grateful for Wan Ming's attitude and grabbed Wan Ming's arm, "Why make such a big scene? Keep a low profile."

Wan Ming confirmed that Tang Ye was unharmed and laughed heartily, "I was ready for a fight. It's good that you're fine."

The matter finally came to an end.

Everyone prepared to part ways.

The middle-aged man took the initiative to shake hands with Tang Ye, "My name is Qi Yunhui. If you ever encounter any trouble in Qiongjin, you can contact me."

Tang Ye felt that being frank and straightforward at this moment would make people feel more sincere.

"If there are any investment projects, please remember to choose Pinghu, President Qi. The social atmosphere and business environment of our town will never disappoint you."

Qi Yunhui was stunned for a moment, then laughed out loud, "We will have a chance to cooperate!"

Sun Hai sent Du Xi and Liu Fang home one after another, and finally took Tang Ye to his residence.

"It was really satisfying today, Bureau Chief Wan bringing people to storm the office. Hu Zhongping's expression changed. By the way, how do you know that President Qi? What is his background?"

Tang Ye smiled.

He didn't know what President Qi's background was either, but judging by his demeanor on the scene today, he was definitely not an ordinary person.

He changed the subject, "No matter who he is, I wouldn't sit idly by if I encountered the kind of predicament we faced today."

Tang Ye thought to himself that saying this would surely make his image in Sun Hai's heart appear extremely tall and great!

Sun Hai was slightly startled and sighed, "Tang Seng, you really are that kind of person. When you encounter unfair things, you will step forward. If it were me, I would definitely be hesitant and timid."

Tang Ye mocked himself, "Some people also think I'm stupid, not knowing how to protect myself."

Sun Hai shook his head, "Why do I trust you so much? Because I know that if I encounter difficulties, you will definitely help me without hesitation and will never betray me."

Tang Ye was stunned for a moment and laughed dumbly, "Don't be so confident."

Sun Hai changed his cynical tone and said seriously, "I am just that confident!"