After get off work, Gao Jianfei didn't go home. Instead, he took a bus directly to Ziyou Road. He checked the time: 6 PM, an hour before their agreed meeting time.
Gao Jianfei wandered around Ziyou Road several times, but found it uninteresting. In reality, Ziyou Road was just a pedestrian shopping street with a four-lane road in the middle and shops lining both sides. However, all these shops uniformly sold women's underwear, bras, and other similar products, and also offered to buy various brands of sanitary napkins. Gao Jianfei's stroll around felt rather out of place. At 6:20, he couldn't stand it any longer and called Chen Yaohui… “Um, Yaohui, I'm already at Ziyou Road. If it's convenient for you, could you come pick me up?”
On the other end of the phone, Chen Yaohui quickly agreed, "Okay, sir, please wait a few minutes, I'll drive over now."
After waiting for about 5 minutes, a very stylish extended Hummer slowly drove into Ziyou Road. At the same time, Gao Jianfei's phone rang.
The call came from Chen Yaohui… “Sir, I’ve arrived at Ziyou Road. Have you seen my car? It’s a Hummer H262AT extra-long version.”
"Oh, I see you. I'm right in front of you. Hmm, can you see me?" Gao Jianfei said as he walked towards the Hummer while answering the phone, waving his hand.
The Hummer stopped immediately, the door opened, and Chen Yaohui, wearing a black crew-neck t-shirt, jumped out of the car, ran to Gao Jianfei, extended his right hand, and shook hands with Gao Jianfei. "Sir!" he bowed slightly, his attitude very respectful.
Gao Jianfei wasn't one to show off. The fact that someone driving a car worth millions, holding the title of CEO of an entertainment company, addressed him as "Mr." and bowed and scraped was something Gao Jianfei found very uncomfortable.
Holding Chen Yaohui's hand, Gao Jianfei said directly, "Then, Yaohui, from now on, don't call me 'Mr.' anymore. My name is Gao Jianfei, you can just call me 'Jianfei'."
"Yaohui wouldn't dare!" Chen Yaohui glanced at Gao Jianfei, then immediately lowered his head. "Sir, you once saved my life, and your strength is far beyond that of ordinary thugs and martial artists. Therefore, my gratitude and respect for you come from the bottom of my heart..."
Gao Jianfei interrupted, "No need to thank me or respect me. I look a few years younger than you. Just call me 'Jianfei,' otherwise I'll feel very uncomfortable."
"This..." Chen Yaohui hesitated for a moment, then followed Gao Jianfei's request, "Jian...Jianfei..."
"Hmm, that sounds much better. Aren't we going to eat? Let's go now!" Gao Jianfei nodded and said.
“Okay, first… uh, Jianfei, I’ve already made arrangements. Dinner and entertainment tonight will be in Hushi. Jianfei, come with me.” After Chen Yaohui finished speaking, he affectionately took Gao Jianfei’s hand and got into the extended Hummer.
Chen Yaohui was the only one in the car. He drove himself, turned the car around, and headed towards Hushi.
"By the way, why did you choose Ziyou Road as the meeting place? And why is the restaurant in Hushi instead of Huashi?" Gao Jianfei asked in the car, puzzled. You see, Gao Jianfei himself works and lives in Huashi. Generally speaking, if someone sincerely wanted to treat Gao Jianfei to a meal, they should have chosen a restaurant or hotel in Huashi!
“Heh, Jianfei might not be aware of the underground power structure in G Province. Let me tell you, Jianfei, Huashi is Zheng Bang's territory. As a high-ranking member of Dongxing, I cannot enter Huashi without permission. Ziyou Road is a buffer zone between Dongxing and Zheng Bang, and Hushi, opposite Huashi, is Dongxing's territory. So, I will have Jianfei wait for me on Ziyou Road.” Chen Yaohui said while driving. After a pause, he continued, “Jianfei, the reason I met with Young Master Feng on Yuehua Street last time was because Young Master Feng was already in Huashi. If he didn't want to, we had no right to make him move to Hushi. So, as a compromise, we decided to meet with Young Master Feng on Yuehua Street, a rural area of Huashi. Unexpectedly, problems still arose, and we almost… Heh, Jianfei, let's not talk about this.” As he spoke, Chen Yaohui's face was filled with worry. However, he quickly put those worries and anxieties behind him and began to introduce the scenery along the way to Gao Jianfei.
The car has crossed Ziyou Road and arrived in Hushi.
The city center of Lake City is similar to the Flower Market, a bustling scene. As night falls, the neon lights in the city light up, creating a dazzling and intoxicating spectacle.
Skyscrapers, grand hotels, exquisite sculptures, street gardens, office buildings in the style of Eastern Europe, and nightclubs with beautiful and voluptuous young women lining their entrances... This is Lake City!
Once they reached their territory, Chen Yaohui visibly breathed a sigh of relief. He said to Gao Jianfei, "Jianfei, there have been some troubles within Dongxing recently, causing widespread panic. But don't worry, the street ahead is under my jurisdiction, and there are no security issues."
The car pulled up to the entrance of a long street and parked.
Immediately, several burly men in black shirts jogged over and bowed to open the car door for Chen Yaohui. Chen Yaohui and Gao Jianfei got out of the car hand in hand.
"Brother Yaohui!" The burly men who were driving all nodded and bowed.
Chen Yaohui ignored them and led Gao Jianfei directly into the depths of that street.
Gao Jianfei glanced around; the street was a full kilometer long! Its width was equivalent to a four-lane road. The buildings on both sides were of varying sizes. There were Western restaurants, Chinese restaurants, bars, brand-name clothing stores, entertainment centers, shopping malls, supermarkets, saunas and massage parlors, bathhouses, and several video game arcades…
Both sides of the street were lined with all kinds of mid-to-high-end cars, and people were coming and going, bustling about, making it seem very lively.
The street was a full kilometer long, with several hundred shops on both sides. Gao Jianfei was surprised. "Yaohui, are all these shops yours?"
He found it somewhat unbelievable!
If hundreds of shops all belong to the same person, and if all of these shops are profitable, how terrifying would the monthly profit be?
I can't imagine it, I really can't imagine it!
In fact, judging from the pedestrian traffic and the number of parking spaces on this street, most of the shops here should indeed be profitable.
"Heh, Jianfei, this street is called 'Brilliant Avenue,' with 765 shops of different sizes and types. Every night, the foot traffic on Brilliant Avenue reaches 5.1 million people. This is the most bustling area in the entire city! Just from valet parking fees alone, we rake in hundreds of thousands every night," Chen Yaohui explained with a smile. "However, not every shop belongs to Dongxing. But to open a shop on Brilliant Avenue, you must abide by Dongxing's rules. Simply put, Dongxing has a stake in every shop here. Jianfei, do you understand? This is the underground world; their way of making money is somewhat different from doing ordinary business."
"Amazing, truly amazing," Gao Jianfei exclaimed sincerely.
"Brother Yaohui!"
"Brother Yaohui!"
Along the way, a large number of men in black shirts bowed and greeted Chen Yaohui.
Chen Yaohui simply smiled at them and didn't pay them much attention.
Soon, Chen Yaohui led Gao Jianfei to the entrance of a huge building.
This building is entirely in the European classical style, 14 stories high, magnificent and imposing. Thick marble columns surround the building. Intricate, rustic yet exquisite relief carvings adorn the columns and the building's exterior walls. At the main entrance, on either side, are two stone sculptures, each about 3 meters high, depicting figures from ancient Greek mythology. They possess a poignant yet beautiful quality, their expressions lifelike, showcasing the sculptor's superb skill and a few strokes of genius.
On the dozen or so stone steps, dozens of young and beautiful girls stood in neat rows. They wore cheongsams with slits, revealing part of their fair thighs. The necklines were not too high or too low, but just enough to show a large expanse of snow-white skin and the alluring cleavage of their full breasts.
The European-style architecture, paired with the welcoming ladies in qipao (traditional Chinese cheongsam), showcases two distinctly different styles. However, these two styles can be organically combined, creating a unique synergy that adds a special charm to the entire building.
On a sign made up of thousands of neon tubes, the four imposing characters "Emperor Building" are clearly displayed.
"Fantastic! This building is truly amazing!" Gao Jianfei had to admit he was impressed.
"Brother Yaohui!" Dozens of greeters standing on the steps bowed simultaneously, their voices melodious and sweet, almost coquettish. It was quite a sight!
Gao Jianfei's gaze swept across the scene, taking in dozens of cleavages and the air thick with the delicate scent of perfume and rouge. He thought to himself, "Good heavens, this is the first time I've ever seen anything like this! It's absolutely spectacular!"
Chen Yaohui smiled and said, "Jianfei, let's go in." Then, Chen Yaohui added, "Jianfei, I personally selected these greeters. Each of them probably has the looks and ability to compete in a provincial beauty pageant. If you like, you can pick a few and have some fun with them. Their skills in bed are directly proportional to their looks and figures."
"This...we'll talk about it later!" Gao Jianfei reluctantly rejected the tempting offer and walked into the lobby of the building with Chen Yaohui.
In the large hall, several sofas were occupied by at least a hundred burly men, some of whom were holding walkie-talkies. When they saw Chen Yaohui walk in, they all stood up from the sofas, straightened their backs, and greeted him, "Brother Yaohui!"
A man wearing a floral shirt and looking shrewd walked up and said to Chen Yaohui respectfully, "Brother Yaohui, I have arranged the banquet for you. It's on the 11th floor, in restaurant number 5, in the 'Nanniwan' private room."
"Okay, Ah She, you go down and get to work. I'll go upstairs to have dinner with my friend," Chen Yaohui casually instructed. After saying that, he frowned again, "Ah She, have the brothers keep a close eye on things. The situation isn't too good lately, and I'm worried that someone might come and cause trouble."
“Yes, Brother Yaohui, I understand.” “Ashe” nodded.
Then, Chen Yaohui affectionately put his arm around Gao Jianfei's shoulder and walked towards an elevator on the left side of the lobby.
Gao Jianfei was secretly amazed... That night, when Gao Jianfei rescued Chen Yaohui, Chen Yaohui had been completely stunned, respectful, and even timid. But today, especially after entering the Brilliant Avenue, Chen Yaohui naturally exuded a kingly aura, a calm, composed, and all-encompassing domineering presence!
"This is the legendary boss? Although Uncle Tang Bao is also a local boss, he gives off a different vibe. Generally speaking, Uncle Tang Bao has a somewhat rough and ruthless aura; while Chen Yaohui gives off a calm and composed feeling. But without a doubt, neither of them should be underestimated." Gao Jianfei silently commented as he followed Chen Yaohui into the elevator.
Suddenly, a thought that surprised even Gao Jianfei popped into his mind... "If one day I could become a boss like Uncle Tang Bao and Chen Yaohui, that would be... how wonderful that would be!"
Chapter 49 looks so similar!
Chapter 49 looks so similar!
Want to be the boss?
The moment the thought crossed his mind, Gao Jianfei burst into laughter... How could I have such a thought?
In fact, perhaps every man, when he is a teenager, is influenced by some commercial movies, such as... (Young and Dangerous) and his mind will be heated to a certain extent. He will put himself in the movie and fantasize that he is a powerful and decisive tyrant!
Undeniably, in a corner of Gao Jianfei's subconscious, there might be a trace of such a fantasy. Tang Bao and Chen Yaohui in front of him acted as catalysts, directly igniting this fantasy!
So much so that, caught off guard, the idea suddenly popped into Gao Jianfei's head... "I want to be the boss too!"
However, Gao Jianfei quickly rejected this idea! This doesn't mean that Gao Jianfei didn't want to be the boss, or that he was averse to underground forces... that's not the case at all!
Gao Jianfei came to G Province to make his way in the world and establish his own power and status!
If he could become a powerful figure in the underworld like Tang Bao and Chen Yaohui, that would be a good choice, but... Gao Jianfei wants more than that!
Not only that!
"Heh, I have the Super Ghost Instrument, I'll grow stronger and stronger! Underworld overlord? No, perhaps, that's not enough!" Suddenly, Gao Jianfei, walking beside Chen Yaohui, radiated a sharpness in his eyes that he would never normally display! It was a sharpness representing confidence and ambition! When he followed Chen Yaohui out of the elevator and onto the 11th floor of the Emperor Building, facing the dazzling array of crystal chandeliers, his eyes seemed to shine brighter than those lights! Perhaps for a mere fraction of a second, under Gao Jianfei's gaze, all the lights on the entire floor dimmed!
"Huh?" Chen Yaohui, who was standing next to him, seemed to sense something. He paused, his heart skipped a beat, and he glanced at Gao Jianfei out of the corner of his eye.
Gao Jianfei, however, had already returned to his usual normal self, and smiled, "This restaurant is really grand and huge!"
Walking on the wool carpet is soft and comfortable, bringing joy to both body and mind.
The entire 11th floor is vast, with intricately carved corridors and dining areas of various styles, each designed to reflect different regions of the world! For example, Gao Jianfei observed that some dining areas were entirely Japanese, with tatami mats and low tables, and young female servers in kimonos; others evoked a Hawaiian beach atmosphere, with sultry women in bikinis preparing barbecues for customers; and still others had a fast-food vibe like KFC or McDonald's. Of course, there were also areas with a strong Chinese style, featuring pear wood eight-immortal tables, waiters in Tang suits, and female servers in cheongsams. Chopsticks, bowls…
It's dinner time, and the 11th floor is already packed with diners. Almost every dining area is full, and among these diners are a large number of foreigners: Black people, white people, short, reddish-brown Indians... all sorts of people.
When Gao Jianfei appeared, it was just like Grandma Liu entering the Grand View Garden—her eyes couldn't take it all in! She looked east and west, overwhelmed by the sights!
"Heh, Jianfei, in fact, the wealth that the entire Brilliant Avenue, with its hundreds of shops, generates for Dongxing each year is far less than that of this Imperial Building! This is the true landmark of Brilliant Avenue, the core industry!" Chen Yaohui led Gao Jianfei across a uniquely designed indoor bridge. Beneath the bridge were ponds and artificial hills, with a fountain bathing the bridge in a light, misty atmosphere. Several elegantly dressed women, holding graceful umbrellas, stood on the bridge. As Chen Yaohui and Gao Jianfei stepped onto the bridge, two of the women in ancient attire trotted over, holding umbrellas and helping Gao Jianfei and Chen Yaohui across. They were very gentle and considerate.
"That's creative!" Gao Jianfei exclaimed again.
Chen Yaohui smiled slightly, "It's nothing special. Jianfei, the 11th floor of the Emperor Building is actually just a dining area. It's not where we make a profit. There are other businesses in the building." After a pause, Chen Yaohui deliberately kept everyone in suspense, "Alright, Jianfei, let's finish the food first."
The two arrived outside a private room. A sign hung above the room... "Nanniwan".
Two pretty young women, no older than 20, stood on either side of the private room, wearing bright green short jackets. After calling out "Brother Yaohui," they eagerly pushed open the door.
The private room wasn't large, nor did it look particularly luxurious; it was designed in a simple, elegant style.
“Jianfei, I can tell that you’re not really someone who enjoys luxury, so I chose this small private room. The style is very simple, and I hope you like it,” Chen Yaohui said with a smile.
"Yes, I don't feel so constrained eating here. I really like the environment! If it were a place inlaid with gold and jade, with dozens of servants attending to me, I wouldn't be able to eat." Gao Jianfei nodded with a smile, thinking to himself, "This Chen Yaohui is indeed no ordinary person! He has a strong ability to observe people's expressions and understand their personalities."
Gao Jianfei also had a premonition... Chen Yaohui bringing him here tonight was probably not just for dinner!
After the two sat down, Gao Jianfei smiled and said, "Yaohui, I think you'll show me around this Emperor Building after dinner, right? Well, let's eat quickly. I'm not too picky about dinner, just bring me a few dishes. No alcohol, just get me the rice."
"Uh..." Chen Yaohui was taken aback. "Just get the food?"
Originally, Chen Yaohui had prepared some fine aged wines and instructed several top hostesses from the Emperor Building nightclub to skip work and come over to drink with him. However, Gao Jianfei's actions rendered all these arrangements useless!
Well, let's get the food. As Gao Jianfei requested, we were served three meat dishes, one vegetable dish, and a soup... This dinner was rather simple and meager!
Chen Yaohui awkwardly accompanied Gao Jianfei through the meal.
Gao Jianfei patted his stomach and wiped his mouth with a napkin. "Mmm, I'm full. Yaohui, where are you going to take me to visit next?"
Chen Yaohui smiled helplessly. "Jianfei, I can't hide it from you after all. Indeed, dinner was just a pretext, an appetizer, the main event is yet to come. Since you've seen through me, I won't keep you in suspense any longer. I'll take you to the casino now."
casino?
Chen Yaohui led the bewildered Gao Jianfei to a private elevator, which was stopped on the 11th floor and seemed to have been unused for a long time.
Chen Yaohui led Gao Jianfei into the elevator and then pressed the number "8".
“Jianfei, you need to know that G Province is an economically developed and open province in China. There are so many wealthy people here, more than you can imagine! Moreover, there are many wealthy foreigners who come here to settle, travel, stay temporarily, or invest. Haha, generally speaking, out of ten wealthy people, at least six like to gamble, three of the remaining four like to gamble, and the last one… well, that’s a god who’s free from all desires! Haha!” Chen Yaohui said, half-jokingly and half-seriously. “And the Emperor Building, whether it’s gambling or prostitution, is one of the most well-developed entertainment venues in G Province. So, making a fortune here is no exaggeration. Alright, Jianfei, please follow me…”
The elevator doors opened; we had arrived at the 8th floor.
Stepping out of the elevator, you enter a corridor carpeted in red. On either side of the corridor stand dozens of burly men dressed in black shirts and sunglasses, their expressions stern and wary. Some hold walkie-talkies, others have earpieces in their ears, giving them a very professional and sophisticated air.
"Brother Yaohui!" The men bowed and greeted Chen Yaohui as he stepped out of the elevator.
"Come on, Jianfei, I'll take you to visit the casino now. You can play as you like if you want." Chen Yaohui smiled and led Gao Jianfei along the corridor.
The light gradually brightened, and finally, Gao Jianfei and Chen Yaohui arrived at the end of the corridor. Gao Jianfei looked around...
A vast space leaped into Gao Jianfei's view!