Chapter 990: 985. The World's Richest Person Lives in Our Residential Complex

By the time Zhang Ran returned home, he saw that his home had already been surrounded.

Due to the exposure of Zhang Sicheng and Zhang Siyan, everyone now knew the true identity of Zhang Ran's family.

This was also unavoidable; since things had reached this point, continuing to hide was basically impossible.

Fortunately, the property management and security here had long since been taken over by Zhang Ran, so he could barely keep the situation under control.

After changing the property management, some residents were worried at first, as the previous management was just so-so—not great, but not terrible either.

All in all, compared to others, it was still decent.

But ever since this new property management moved in, they discovered that the old management was simply trash; other than collecting fees, they couldn't do anything else.

Of course, this was only by comparison; the old management was actually considered quite good in the industry.

But compared to the people Zhang Ran specifically hired, they were truly not just a little bit worse.

Now, whenever there was an issue at home, a call to the property management would ensure someone came to handle it within ten minutes.

Especially regarding security, there was absolutely no need to worry.

When the property management was first changed, this new team had broken the legs of no fewer than three thieves.

Once, there were even human traffickers who dared to steal a child in the residential complex; they were nearly beaten to death by the property staff.

The homeowners were originally worried that the property management wouldn't be able to hold up, but they soon realized that things were exactly as they had been before.

The current property management was truly so good that there was nothing to complain about.

They didn't understand before, but now they did: all of this was because of Zhang Ran.

Now, these people were incredibly curious about Zhang Ran's family; this was the family of the new richest person in the world.

They actually lived in the same residential complex as them, some were even neighbors, and quite a few had even argued with Zhang Ran before.

Some people felt a lingering fear just thinking about it.

Zhang Ran looked at these people and sighed helplessly; he had long anticipated this situation.

"Ahem, hello everyone." Zhang Ran spoke up to attract everyone's attention.

Instantly, everyone's gaze was drawn to Zhang Ran, and for a moment, the scene became rather quiet.

Zhang Ran looked at the crowd and said with a smile, "Why is everyone looking at me like that? Have I blossomed on my face? Wang Dajie, if you keep looking at me like that, my big brother is going to get jealous."

Wang Dajie was already over sixty; hearing Zhang Ran say this, she subconsciously spat, "What nonsense are you spouting, you rascal."

"Hahahaha."

Seeing her like this, everyone burst into laughter, and the atmosphere recovered a bit, no longer as serious as before.

"Little Brother Zhang, you didn't say before that you were the richest person in the world," an old man couldn't help but say.

Zhang Ran spread his hands and said, "I wasn't the richest person in the world before, so what was I supposed to say?"

"You... I..."

"Alright, alright, Liu Laoge, don't be angry. You're at such an age, it's not good to get so worked up; if you do, your wife will have to find another partner," Zhang Ran joked.

At this, everyone realized that Zhang Ran was still the same Zhang Ran as before, and there hadn't been the slightest change in his interactions with them.

"Alright, I know what everyone is thinking, but regardless, the richest person is still a human. No matter how much money I have, I still want to live a good life," Zhang Ran said with a smile.

"But how can rich people like you live in a place like ours?"

Zhang Ran laughed: "Auntie, you're wrong about that. Just in terms of property prices, ninety percent of the people in the country—no, in the world—couldn't afford to live here."

"And regardless, I am just an ordinary person. Of course, if everyone doesn't welcome our family and doesn't want to be our neighbor, then I'll have to move away."

"What are you saying? Who dares not to welcome you? I'll hack them!" an old man shouted with wide eyes.

"That's right, that's right. You being our neighbor is our blessing; just soaking up some of your wealth is enough."

A group of people started talking; naturally, they didn't want Zhang Ran and his family to leave. Having the richest person in the world as a neighbor was something to be proud of no matter how you looked at it.

Moreover, everyone could foresee that once the news of Zhang Ran living in this complex spread, the property prices in their complex would definitely skyrocket.

This was the richest person in the world!

Zhang Ran smiled and cupped his hands: "Since that's the case, then I thank everyone here. Actually, there's no need for everyone to look at me like this; I am just an ordinary person."

"From now on, everyone should just go on as usual. Don't look at me with strange eyes, otherwise, I won't be able to keep living here."

In truth, Zhang Ran didn't want to move; he had no choice, he was used to this kind of life.

If he really had to live in those mansions worth hundreds of millions, seeing nothing but nannies, business partners, or the same kind of people every day...

He would also be annoyed.

Rather than that, he preferred this life filled with the warmth of ordinary human existence.

However, he also knew that there would definitely be some changes from now on, but regardless, Zhang Ran was prepared to stay for another half a year.

If after half a year everyone was still like this, then no matter what, Zhang Ran would have to move.

If after half a year everyone got used to it and things were the same as before, then Zhang Ran would plan to stay in this complex forever.

Actually, when you think about it, it's no big deal.

For example, Chow Yun-fat from Zhang Ran's past life—such a huge superstar—every time he appeared on the mainland, it would trigger cheers, and being surrounded and chased was a normal occurrence.

But in Hong Kong, when people saw him on the street, they would just greet him. That was because he was with everyone every day; over time, that sense of mystery vanished, and he had no airs of a star.

Therefore, as long as Zhang Ran stayed for a while longer, things would return to normal.

Of course, this also required that the residents of the complex didn't change too quickly or too much.

Afterward, Zhang Ran chatted and laughed with the group, and everyone was very cooperative; moreover, everyone gradually realized something.

Zhang Ran was still the same Zhang Ran as before, without the slightest change; the title of the world's richest person was just a title.

Immediately, everyone slowly let go of their restraint and started acting like they used to, though compared to before, there were clearly more flattering words.

Even some people who had never been seen before were now crowding around to say flattering things, and some even wanted to take photos together.

Zhang Ran didn't even have to think about what these people were up to, so he refused directly and didn't even give them a pleasant look.

Because of this, everyone also knew that Zhang Ran didn't like taking photos together.

Besides, none of them are fools; they took photos with Zhang Ran, and it is obvious that these people didn't really talk to Zhang Ran much in the past, so their motives are actually quite clear.

Everyone also looks down on such people; after all, those who get along well with Zhang Ran are basically all old men and old women.