The difference between professional and amateur is indeed significant.
When they ca in, they didn’t shout or bang the table or chairs. Apart from an impressive aura, their deanor was incredibly refined.
Unlike those with huge gold chains like dog leashes, who roll up their sleeves to show off their fierce tattoos even in the coldest weather, which is a disgrace to the underworld.
Fang Qing wasn’t nervous. After all, their old classmate has been running this store for a long ti, and this surely isn’t the first ti dealing with these unique Dongying organizations. Plus, Cui Wen looked so calm, he could probably handle it.
However, the scene that unfolded next left Qing Gege a bit stunned.
Seeing Cui Wen, who was standing tall and fearless, suddenly change his expression and shift to a smile, he warmly started chatting with the Inagawa-kai mbers.
He shouldn’t be this polite even to custors.
"What a talent."
Fang Qing mused aloud.
"When in Ro, do as the Romans do. If you want to make a living in a place, you have to adapt to its customs and traditions. It’s right for your old classmate not to pursue further studies. Soone like him can survive anywhere."
Jiang Chen picked at his noodles, "The taste is really good."
Cui Wen took a package from behind the cash register, which presumably contained the protection money, and even stuffed a few packs of cigarettes for them. He then personally saw them to the door, waving them off with a smile, "Take care."
"Amazing, he can get along with the largest violence gang in Dongying."
Teased Fang Qing as he watched their old classmate return.
Cui Wen pulled out a chair, showing no trace of embarrassnt, "With our thin arms and legs, how could we fight them? Just consider it as buying peace. Besides, to be fair, their shares are quite reasonable."
"They charge you a protection fee, and you still speak on their behalf?"
Fang Qing smiled without malice, and with no intention of standing up for justice because of his profession.
Just like that noodle-obsessed guy said, different societies have different rules.
"What’s business about if not peace of mind? Paying them ans they not only help you with security issues but also deal with all those chaotic things like fire safety and business licenses. All you need to do is run your store steadily. If it were you, would you pay?"
Cui Wen justified confidently.
"That money is well-spent."
Noodle-eating Boss Jiang comnted, looking up.
"Isn’t it?"
Cui Wen shared, "It wasn’t until I ca to Dongying that I realized why these gangs can grow so big. It’s reasonable. The protection fee for the first month when I opened the store is the sa as now, and it’s never increased. Isn’t that quite fair?"
Though it’s a blatant irrational argunt, Fang Qing found he seed at a loss for words to refute.
"They are professional thugs, aiming for slow and steady streams, not one-shot deals. They also care about their reputation."
Cui Wen imdiately looked at Jiang Chen, the sharp critic, and gave a thumbs-up, showing a look of finding a kindred spirit, "Well said."
"You two even empathize with the underworld."
"How do you feel about my noodles?"
"Very-good."
Jiang Chen replied without hesitation.
Cui Wen bead, "This broth and seasoning are my unique recipe. Not just in Dongying, nowhere in Shenzhou will you find it."
"When are you planning to open a branch?" Fang Qing picked up his chopsticks.
Old classmates sitting together, isn’t it just casual chatter?
"Not yet, need to save up enough funds first."
As he spoke, Cui Wen picked up the tablet beside him, "If the stock market improves, maybe we can go for a franchise next year."
"Look, it’s just been a while, and it’s up again."
Cui Wen showed the stock market chart on the tablet, "Honestly, I’d strongly suggest you try it. If you miss this chance, it’s gone."
Fang Qing ate her noodles. Despite their old classmate’s boastful claims, she seed uninterested, "I have no experience in stocks."
"No experience can be learned. I didn’t know at first either, but I slowly explored this period, buying low and selling high. It’s so simple. If I can make money, Fang Qing, you’re so smart, surely much better than ."
Saying that, he couldn’t help but glance at Jiang Chen.
"Jiang Chen, do you trade stocks?"
"He’s an expert."
Fang Qing answered on behalf.
Upon hearing this, Cui Wen’s eyes brightened, he beca excited, "Really?"
"He studied finance, what do you think?"
"Then you really should get into the Dongying stock market, or wait, are you already buying? Which stock did you buy?"
Investors should communicate and share.
"I bought Calus."
"Calus?"
Cui Wen’s face twitched, "Damn, aweso!"
He looked envious, "When Calus went public, I didn’t even know about stocks then. Every day after it listed, it practically soared. How much did you buy? Must’ve made a fortune, right?"
Fang Qing leisurely glanced at soone.
The person paused for a mont and opted for honesty with their old classmate and forr schoolmate, "Bought two million."
"Two million yen?"
Cui Wen exclaid in disbelief, counting on his fingers, "Let calculate. If you haven’t sold it by now, you could buy a house in a mid-tier city back ho, right?!"
"..."
Jiang Chen smiled a little.
Two million yen?
No.
He ant two million shares.
Of course.
There was no need to explain too clearly.
"You professionals really are sothing, by the way, Jiang Chen, how did you know Calus would definitely rise?"
"New stocks usually go up."
"But isn’t it said that it’s hard to get new stocks?"
Even soone like Cui Wen, who was an outsider, didn’t dwell on the problem, instead curiously asked, "Have you sold your Calus yet?"
"Not yet."
Hearing this, Cui Wen couldn’t help but widen his eyes, then looked at Fang Qing, "Jiang Chen is as daring as he was in middle school. If it were , I’d have cashed out long ago!"
Fang Qing just smiled.
"Jiang Chen, you’re not selling because you think Calus will rise more? I’ve always wanted to buy, but I’ve never dared to make a move. The price is just too high, but who knew if I hesitated today, the next day, it would jump up again. Do you think I can still buy in now?"
"Playing stocks is like gambling; contentnt brings happiness. Haven’t you already made your profit?"
"Then why haven’t you sold?" Cui Wen followed up.
"..."
"After making this much, you still won’t withdraw. Jiang Chen, do you have insider information?"
Cui Wen stared intently, as if looking at the God of Wealth.
What insider information? If there was any, it could only an—he was the insider.
Finally, Qing Gege stepped in to help soone out: "The stock market changes rapidly; how is he supposed to give you advice? What if you lose?"
"If I lose, I’ll take responsibility. You don’t think I’m the kind of person who can’t tell right from wrong, do you?"
"You’re not, but when it cos to investnts, you have to decide for yourself. I’ve never traded stocks, but I understand this principle: when everyone knows a trend is profitable, that trend is not far from crashing."
Cui Wen furrowed his brows thoughtfully, then nodded, "Fang Qing, you seem to have a point."
"Following Fang Qing’s advice can’t go wrong."
Jiang Chen nodded in agreent.
Cui Wen looked at him, "I knew since middle school you were extraordinary, Fang Qing, you really have an eye for talent. No wonder you held onto Jiang Chen back then."
His words not only left Jiang Chen speechless but also slightly flustered Fang Qing.
"Are we unwelco next ti? You can just say so."
"How could I not welco you?"
Earning over a million already just from the profits now, from purchasing Calus stocks for two million yen!
Cui Wen put on a stern face.
"But next ti you co, you’ll have to pay."
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