Tang Bao led Gao Jianfei to sit on the sofa, and then took out two cans of chilled Red Bull from the freezer.
"It's not good to drink these iced drinks in the morning, let's have coffee instead." Feilong smiled at Tang Bao.
"Forget it, I won't drink it. I don't like coffee!" Tang Bao put the Red Bull back in the freezer.
At this moment, Tang Bao said to Gao Jianfei, "Nephew, call him Brother Feilong!"
Upon hearing this, Feilong frowned, slowly placed the coffee in his hand on the desk, and touched his lips with his right hand, as if it were a subconscious action.
Gao Jianfei was also somewhat stunned... He called Tang Bao "uncle," while Feilong and Tang Bao were like brothers. Now, Tang Bao wanted him to call Feilong "brother." The generations were completely messed up!
For a moment, the atmosphere in the office became a little strange.
Tang Bao said to Gao Jianfei in an almost commanding tone, "Kid, stand up and call him Brother Feilong!"
Gao Jianfei didn't think too much about it anymore; it didn't matter what he was called anyway.
Gao Jianfei stood up from the sofa, about to speak. Feilong immediately raised his hand, signaling Gao Jianfei to be quiet!
"Feilong! You're not giving me any face?" Tang Bao was furious at this moment! "This is my good brother Jin's biological son. Back when Jin was at the height of his power, he took care of you! What do you mean by this now!"
In fact, Tang Bao and Fei Long's relationship was almost like that of brothers; they rarely spoke to each other in this tone.
Tang Bao's voice already carried a sense of urgency, and contained a hint of gunpowder!
Feilong stared at Tang Bao for a few seconds, then looked at Gao Jianfei, and finally shrugged. "Go ahead and yell!"
"Quickly, call him!" Tang Bao exclaimed joyfully, "Child, call him!"
"Uh... Brother Feilong." Gao Jianfei was completely confused about what Tang Bao and Feilong were doing.
"Hmm." Feilong nodded, acknowledging Gao Jianfei's nickname.
Tang Bao burst into laughter, "Haha! Nephew, everything's settled now. You're Feilong's man! He'll take care of you. I'm relieved, I'm relieved!"
Actually, there's a lot of meaning behind calling him "Brother Feilong"!
Back when Fei Long was involved in the underworld, people called him either "Fei Long" or "Brother Fei Long." Later, Fei Long turned to the legitimate path, and people started calling him "Mr. Long" or "Boss Long."
Nowadays, only his own people still call him "Feilong" or "Brother Feilong"!
Outsiders would absolutely never address someone like that!
Even if you call me that, Feilong will always laugh and say, "What 'Brother Feilong'? It sounds like you're a gangster. I'm a legitimate businessman now. Just call me 'Long Yifei,' or you can call me 'Boss Long'!"
Although such words are polite, they carry a sense of distance, implying that the conversation is "only about business and not about personal relationships."
Today, Feilong has acknowledged Gao Jianfei as one of his own, which undoubtedly means he considers Gao Jianfei to be one of his own! He is a man of his word; once he has made up his mind, he will never go back on it!
Tang Bao was overjoyed, patting Gao Jianfei's shoulder repeatedly, "My good nephew, your future is bright now! With Feilong, you can have anything you want!"
"Alright, Leopard, now that I've acknowledged Xiao Gao, I'll naturally take care of him. You know how I treat my own people." Fei Long smiled, and his way of addressing Gao Jianfei became much more intimate, turning him into "Xiao Gao."
Tang Bao smiled with satisfaction, "Then, let's just get my nephew a senior management position. Are there any vacant general manager or president positions? If not, just fire any president and let my nephew take the job!"
Chapter Thirty-One: God of Gamblers Ko Chun!
Chapter Thirty-One: God of Gamblers Ko Chun!
Should we just appoint him as a CEO?
Gao Jianfei couldn't help but glance at his Uncle Tang... This is too ridiculous!
Back in his hometown, or perhaps when he was younger, Gao Jianfei often daydreamed… For example, working for a large international company, holding an important position, having his own office, wearing a suit and tie, his shoes polished to a shine, and having a tall, beautiful, sexy, and alluring female secretary…
These are things I've only ever fantasized about.
If Gao Jianfei really does become the president or general manager of Longfei Group, then his childhood fantasies will become a reality!
However... when Gao Jianfei actually stands on the 28th floor of Feilong Building, standing in front of Feilong, Gao Jianfei will know very well that he is not capable of being a president or general manager!
Not cut out for it!
In terms of temperament, knowledge, life experience, and social experience, to be honest, Gao Jianfei is not qualified for any mid-to-senior level management position in Longfei Group!
A person should have self-awareness. Otherwise, they will fall very hard.
Gao Jianfei couldn't help but look at Feilong.
Feilong subconsciously touched his lips with his right hand, his eyes flashing with a thoughtful light.
Tang Bao was also looking at Fei Long with expectant eyes. At the same time, he put his arm around Gao Jianfei's shoulder and whispered, "Nephew, don't worry, Fei Long already considers you one of his own. Besides, your Uncle Tang's words carry a lot of weight with Fei Long, so..."
“Alright, Ah Bao,” Fei Long interrupted Tang Bao’s whispers in Gao Jianfei’s ear, “Since you’ve entrusted Xiao Gao to me, then I’ll make the decisions! Don’t worry, I, Fei Long, am discreet in my actions. And even more so in my treatment of my own people!”
After speaking, Feilong turned his gaze to Gao Jianfei. He didn't say anything, but his eyebrows furrowed slightly, as if he was somewhat dissatisfied.
Under Feilong's scrutinizing gaze, Gao Jianfei felt somewhat uncomfortable, but he quickly figured out why Feilong was frowning...
Perhaps it's because of her image.
This morning was too rushed, Gao Jianfei didn't have time to change into clean clothes or fix his hair. As a result, he was still wearing the old Kappa-style t-shirt from a few days ago, black jeans with several holes, and dusty Double Star sneakers...
It's so tacky, so awful.
"Xiao Gao, I will take care of you. You were personally introduced by my brother A Bao, and your father Gao Jin has always treated me very well. So, both out of courtesy and reason, I have to take care of you. I, Fei Long, mean what I say!" Fei Long said very seriously. His words were casual, but no one doubted the sincerity of his words.
"Thank you, Brother Feilong." Gao Jianfei smiled.
Tang Bao grinned widely and said, "Haha, I'll call Brother Jin later and tell him his son is doing well, doing really well."
At this moment, Feilong's tone suddenly changed. "However, I'm very fair, Xiao Gao. Given your current situation... alright, I'll ask you a few questions. First, your educational background."
Gao Jianfei was taken aback, and then a feeling of embarrassment immediately overwhelmed him. "I...I only have a vocational school diploma..."
"Vocational school?" Feilong subconsciously touched his lips. "Then let me tell you, 11 years ago, I obtained two bachelor's degrees from Harvard University in the United States. My education played a certain role in my ability to sit in this position today. So what are your skills?"
"I..." Gao Jianfei didn't know what Feilong meant by "can do." To be honest, Gao Jianfei could at least repair air conditioners and pick locks, which could be considered as having some skills.
“Here’s a newspaper on the sofa. Translate the headline from the first page.” Feilong nodded to Gao Jianfei, his expression encouraging.
Gao Jianfei casually picked up a stack of newspapers from the sofa. He was instantly dumbfounded.
Damn, it's densely packed with crooked English text!
Seeing Gao Jianfei's momentarily stunned expression, Tang Bao snatched the newspaper from Gao Jianfei's hands and glanced at it... "Damn! Feilong, this is foreign stuff, what's there to translate? Translate a damn thing!"
Feilong smiled and shook his head. "My company is internationally aligned. 25% of our employees are foreigners, and we have business dealings with certain corporations in Europe, America, and even Africa every year. Xiao Gao, you don't even speak English, how can you be a manager?" He paused, then emphasized, "I'm a principled person, especially at work. If you're capable, you're capable; if you're not, you're not! I can't protect you just because you're one of us and put you in a position you're not qualified for. That would not only be detrimental to the company's development, but it would also harm you!"
Tang Bao's expression changed instantly. He was about to say something when Fei Long stopped him with a look. "Bao, I know what I'm doing! If you trust me, let me handle it. If you don't trust me, then take Xiao Gao and leave."
Hearing Feilong speak so seriously, Tang Bao dared not say another word and slumped back onto the sofa. "Fine, as long as you don't mistreat my nephew, then arrange things however you like, I have no objection."
"Brother Feilong, I don't really want to become a manager right away. I came to G Province to learn and acquire skills. So, Brother Feilong, just arrange a position that suits me and allows me to learn," Gao Jianfei said earnestly.
Feilong snapped his fingers. "That's what I meant too. You're still young, you can start from scratch, you can learn slowly. So, I'll arrange for you to be assigned to one of my newly established cosmetics companies. I'll have someone take you there later, you can just report directly to the planning department. Also, you absolutely mustn't spread the word in the company that I, Feilong, am someone to you, understand?"
"I know. Brother Feilong, I won't reveal our relationship. I understand. Don't worry, Brother Feilong, I'll learn and improve slowly. I believe that one day, I will become a senior manager in the Longfei Group!" Gao Jianfei said confidently. This wasn't Gao Jianfei bragging. With the Super Ghost Instrument, Gao Jianfei was already a very confident person. Perhaps this confidence still existed in his subconscious, but Gao Jianfei knew very well that given time, anything was possible!
"I will definitely make a name for myself in G Province, and I will definitely return home in glory! Dad, Mom, Aunt, just wait for me to come back and give you a surprise!" Gao Jianfei thought to himself.
"Okay!" Feilong was very satisfied with Gao Jianfei's attitude. "I hope that you can establish yourself in that company based on your own abilities! Of course, you are only going there for a trial period today. The manager of the planning department of that company is a very capable and insightful woman. After you go there, she will evaluate you. If she says you're good, you can stay. If she says you're not..." Feilong shrugged. "Then I will arrange for you to go to another company or department."
“Okay, Brother Feilong.” Gao Jianfei could accept Feilong’s arrangement.
Feilong nodded, and then, in a very serious tone, he said to Gao Jianfei, "Also, and this is very important... Abao has already relayed your father Gao Jin's message to me. He doesn't want you to go down the wrong path, so from today onwards, you cannot have any proactive contact with Abao! I think you are well aware of Abao's background, so you should keep your distance from him!" After a pause, Feilong continued to Tang Bao, "Abao, you are the same. For Xiao Gao's sake, you are not allowed to provide him with any financial assistance, you are not allowed to take him to any entertainment venues, and you shouldn't even call him regularly."
Tang Bao picked his nose. "Fine, I'm handing my nephew over to you now, Feilong. You can handle it yourself! My nephew is a clean guy, honest and simple. He doesn't seem suited to be a hoodlum... Hmm, I know what I'm doing!"
Gao Jianfei nodded as well.
Feilong smiled. "Xiao Gao, it's settled then. If I find out you have any connections with any gangs in G Province, I'll send you straight back to your hometown! Young people sometimes can't resist temptation. I hope you won't disappoint me. Behave yourself, be an upright person, and do things properly, understand?"
"I understand, Brother Feilong." Gao Jianfei nodded. However, the thought of not being able to contact Uncle Tang in the future inevitably made Gao Jianfei feel a little lost.
"Alright, I'll send someone to that company right away. Xiao Gao, do your best and learn a lot. I, Feilong, promise you that as long as you make progress, I'll give you plenty of room to grow!" Feilong picked up the internal phone on his desk and dialed a number. "Asheng, come to my office for a moment."
Not long after, a tall and burly man walked into Feilong's office.
He was in his forties, expressionless, as if all the nerves in his face had failed him—he had facial paralysis. His attire was fairly formal: a shirt, trousers, and tie. However, to be honest, his appearance was somewhat fierce, so he wasn't really suited to wearing formal wear.
After he entered the office, he nodded slightly to Tang Bao, clearly indicating that the two knew each other.
"Brother Feilong," he called out respectfully.
"Ah Sheng, this is Xiao Gao, one of our own. Take him to Alice Cosmetics Co., Ltd., and directly to the planning department to hand him over to Huang Cuiyun," Fei Long quickly instructed.
“Yes, Brother Feilong.” Ah Sheng didn’t say much more, as if he were sparing with words. He said to Gao Jianfei, “Let’s go.”
Gao Jianfei stood up and nodded to Feilong and Tang Bao, "Thank you, Brother Feilong, thank you, Uncle Tang."
At this moment, Feilong remembered something and said to Gao Jianfei, "By the way, Gao, if Manager Huang says you're capable, then you can stay at Alice's company with the same salary and benefits as regular employees. Before you get paid, figure out how to pay for your rent and food yourself. If you don't have the money, you can borrow from your colleagues. Well, being able to borrow money from others will be a test and training for your interpersonal skills. That's all!"
"Why borrow money from a colleague?" Tang Bao seemed dissatisfied again. He stood up and pulled a bank card from his pocket. "Nephew, take this card. Your Uncle Tang has plenty of money. Take as much as you want!"
"Ah Bao!" Fei Long's voice rose. "I told you, you're not allowed to interfere in Xiao Gao's affairs anymore. What are you doing? Fine, if you want to interfere, then I won't!"
Tang Bao was startled by Fei Long's sudden aura. He listlessly put the bank card back, shrugged, and said, "Alright, I don't care anymore! Nephew, you'd better make a living on your own!"
"Well, Uncle Tang, don't worry. I brought a few thousand yuan with me, which should be enough." Gao Jianfei bowed slightly to Tang Bao and Feilong, then left the office with the wooden-looking Ah Sheng.
After Gao Jianfei left, Tang Bao immediately erupted, "Feilong, what do you mean? You treat my nephew like an outsider? Damn it, you personally admitted that my nephew is one of your own, and now what do you mean? You're making him do odd jobs at the company, forbidding him from revealing his relationship with you, giving him the salary of an ordinary employee, and not even giving him advances for living expenses and accommodation before payday... I'm asking you, what the hell does all this mean?"
Feilong emerged from behind his desk with a forced smile, sat on the sofa, and put his arm around Tang Bao's shoulder. "Bao, there are many things you don't understand. Xiao Gao is currently incompetent, and I have to make him start from the bottom. Anyway, don't worry, I think he's still very smart, and in a few years, I'll help him rise to the top. Bao, we're brothers. I said I'd take care of Xiao Gao, and I absolutely wasn't lying. Don't you trust my character?"
"Alright, I believe you. Damn it, it looks like my nephew is going to have to suffer for a few years," Tang Bao muttered.
Just then, Tang Bao's phone rang. He took it out and saw... "It's Brother Jin calling!"
"Brother Jin! Haha!" Tang Bao answered the phone and laughed heartily.
"Ah Bao, you've met my son, right? How did it go?" Gao Jin asked anxiously on the other end of the phone.
"I've met him! He's a very well-behaved and honest boy. I've already handed him over to Feilong today. Brother Jin, don't worry, letting my nephew develop under Feilong's guidance is definitely the right thing to do. Feilong is a legitimate businessman!" Tang Bao said with a tone of assurance. "Brother Jin, in a few years, your son Gao Jianfei will be very successful!"
"Alright! Ah Bao, thank you for this. Could you... let Feilong and I say a few words?"
“No problem!” Tang Bao handed the phone directly to Fei Long.
"Brother Jin, hello." Fei Long took the phone, his voice becoming very respectful, as if speaking to an elder. "I'm Long Yifei, hehe, the kid who used to always chase after you for autographs. I'm in business now. Don't worry about Xiao Gao, Brother Jin, I'll take care of him!"
"Ah... Feilong, I... I remember you! Let's not talk about the past. I'm entrusting my son to you. My son grew up in a small town, he's never seen the world, and he hasn't received much education. Feilong, you must help my son, and also, please discipline him properly for me, so he doesn't go astray."
"Brother Jin, I know what to do. I, Feilong, guarantee with my character and reputation that I will treat Xiao Gao well!" Feilong said solemnly.
After ending the call, Feilong sighed, "Back then, Brother Jin was so successful, I never thought he would end up like this... This is the world of martial arts!"
"Damn it, speaking of which, Brother Jin was framed!" Tang Bao's face changed instantly. "Although this happened 7 or 8 years ago, I still get furious whenever I think about it!"