The relatives outside Ding Qiang’s family had so complaints about his approach. After all, they drove people away without getting any compensation.
Fortunately, Ding Qiang’s mother and son didn’t say anything, and even Ding Qiang’s uncle supported it, feeling quite relieved.
Of course, these were minor reasons. The main reason was that the people who ca today were just staff mbers, and they didn’t have the authority to decide compensation. Since that’s the case, what’s the point of talking to them?
Is this the way to solve issues when not even a decision-maker shows up?
Luckily, these two people were just a small episode and didn’t affect the progress of the funeral.
By noon, so relatives followed the convoy to the crematorium, leaving only so well-connected locals to dig out the grave pit.
As for spending tens of thousands on a cetery plot? Forget it. For wealthy families, it wouldn’t be a big deal, but given Ding Qiang’s current situation, it’s better to find a piece of land back ho. It wouldn’t cost anything, plus it’s convenient for visiting the grave.
Besides, is a cetery really good? A bunch of people crowded together, rows of tombstones, it just seems cramped.
Going to the crematorium for cremation, then with Du Qiang holding the banner and carrying the photo, the ashes were buried in the afternoon.
At this ti, in the back mountain of Ding Qiang’s hotown, Su Qing, Wang Xing, and Qin Wei stood at the back watching.
As Ding Qiang’s friends, they were considered outsiders. Naturally, the closest relatives were inside, and staying on the edge was not bad, at least it was relaxing.
This funeral was more grand compared to Jiang Yu’s from the year before. Fortunately, the young ones didn’t have to worry about the specific procedures.
"Qingzi...when did you learn to bring up people?" At the back, Wang Xing asked in a low voice.
Su Qing was taken aback by the question: "Bring up what people?"
"Don’t pretend. I wanted to ask you earlier. When you sent those two away this morning, didn’t you ask if they knew Wen Jingqi? I heard it. Who is Wen Jingqi?" Wang Xing curiously asked, and even Qin Wei beside him showed a curious expression as well.
Su Qing: ...
"A friend, in the real estate business!"
"Oh, I see. If I’m not mistaken, this Wen Jingqi should be quite influential, right? So you were going to use him to intimidate the other side? I rember when you wanted to deal with Zhang Chao’s family yesterday, you seed to have called him?" Wang Xing suddenly realized, feeling like he had discovered so secret.
That is, it seed like their schoolmate, besides his girlfriend who owns a business, also knows other notable people.
Hearing these words, Su Qing couldn’t help but roll his eyes: "I’m afraid of hurting friendly forces accidentally. But you reminded that I can ask him about it."
The final words were not ant to use the Wen Family to pressure the other side. Old Master Wen and his family might be quite distinguished in Jiang City, but in nearby counties, it’s not necessarily the sa. After all, he couldn’t just ask everyone he encounters if they know the Wen Family, right?
The main thing is that Wen Jingqi is also in the real estate developnt business. If they indeed knew each other, acting too rashly wouldn’t be good.
After all, he could handle this matter himself without troubling others, otherwise, he wouldn’t have intentionally said he worked at the Jiangcheng City Public Security Bureau.
If it really cos to a lawsuit, the other side would definitely be cautious. In the worst case, he’s still a millionaire-level blogger. With his current financial power, he wouldn’t mind using online public opinion and his resources to drag it out with the other party.
But Wang Xing’s words indeed reminded him. Accidents on construction sites require compensation, and Wen Jingqi should have much more experience with this than him.
After all these years, he didn’t believe Wen Jingqi’s projects never encountered accidents. Consulting him about compensation matters would give him so clarity, at least to know how much compensation to ask for.
"What the hell? It wasn’t about bringing up people?"
"Get lost, I’m not a thug. Why would I bring up people for nothing? Besides, I can handle it. Let go back and consult, and have a lawyer ready to proceed with legal action. anwhile, I don’t mind amplifying the impact." Su Qing spat.
Regarding a compensation matter, although he hadn’t encountered it before, he wasn’t panicked. Nowadays, with money, is there anything you can’t handle?
anwhile, Li Jian and Wang Mountain, the two suited n who visited Ding Qiang’s house, were respectfully reporting today’s events to a bald man in his fifties in a model room near an unfinished building.
"President Zhao... their family disagrees with the price. The matter wasn’t settled, mainly because a young man ca out and caused trouble, saying they wanted to sue us," the older Li Jian said sowhat sheepishly.
Hearing this, the construction party leader, President Zhao, slamd the table and angrily said: "Useless, two goddamn useless people. What can you handle during the New Year? Can’t even get this done, and you call ? What good are you?"
At his age, Zhao Zhengguo was leading construction projects, often involved in social events. He was joyous during the New Year, so it was impossible not to be angry upon hearing this news.
Facing their leader’s fury, the two didn’t dare to express their anger, showing an expression of admitting their mistakes while actually cursing in their hearts. In that situation, boss, you’d struggle too.
After scolding for a while, Zhao Zhengguo took a sip of water and then said in a deep voice: "Are we afraid of them suing us? Damn, giving face but not accepting it. But didn’t they ntion how much they wanted?"
Li Jian shook his head: "President Zhao, a young man appeared on their side, didn’t seem ordinary. Knowing we couldn’t make decisions, they didn’t even let us speak..."
Zhao Zhengguo took a deep breath: "Useless! Can’t even handle a young man. But you said he’s not ordinary, in what way?"
Li Jian imdiately recounted how Su Qing could speak on behalf of Ding Qiang’s family, and casually ntioned that Su Qing might not be short of money.
"He also said he works at Jiangcheng City Public Security Bureau and told us to look for him if needed. Oh, President Zhao, before leaving he asked to pass a ssage to you, asking if you know Wen Jingqi?"
Upon hearing this, Zhao Zhengguo narrowed his eyes slightly. He didn’t expect the other party to be soone from the public security system.
Under normal circumstances, given the other party’s age, he wouldn’t be afraid even if the person is from the public security system. But since the other party has the confidence to invite them to look for him, perhaps his background really is not simple.
At over fifty, and having reached his level, he’s not easy to trick.
"Not quite sure. I’ll ask around later, but as for Wen Jingqi... don’t know him! Alright, we’ll revisit this matter in a few days. I need to check it out; if the other party really has influence, then fine. Otherwise... damn it, I’ll show him!"
After saying that, Zhao Zhengguo spat, then opened the door, got into his luxury car, and drove away.
For one, he was in a bad mood. Secondly, his subordinate didn’t handle the situation well, and now there’s this young man with a potential background he needs to investigate.
Tis aren’t like they used to be; the higher-ups are cracking down hard. If sothing really gets exposed, it might affect their projects.
In the afternoon, there was one less person in Ding Qiang’s ho and a new black and white photo.
A few of them shared a al in his ho, and as it started to get late, Su Qing and the others decided to take their leave.
"Qingzi, why don’t the three of you stay the night? There’s space at ho!" Ding Qiang urged.
Even Ding Qiang’s mother was holding onto their hands, persuading them.
"It’s getting late. Co to Jiang City in a few days, and we’ll et again," Su Qing patted Ding Qiang, then looking at Ding’s mother said: "Auntie, we’ll get going for now. Don’t worry, I’ll definitely co by in a while. After all, Uncle’s compensation issue isn’t settled yet. I need to reach out to so people. No need to see us off, go back in!"
Hearing this, the mother and son couldn’t say much more.
"Qingzi... will it be too much trouble?" Ding Qiang hesitated. He didn’t want to trouble his friends, knowing they’ve already helped financially and physically, and now possibly calling in favors for him. Even though their friendship was strong, he felt a bit uneasy.
In response, Su Qing glanced at him and smiled: "Nonsense, trouble or not, it’s no big deal, don’t worry. Besides, that’s what friends are for. Alright, take good care of your mom at ho; we’ll handle the rest."
With that, the three of them got into the car and slowly drove away from Ding Qiang’s hotown.
Qin Wei rode in Wang Xing’s car, conveniently getting dropped off on the way back while Su Qing drove alone back to Jiang City.
As soon as he got ho, he collapsed on the sofa, exhausted to the point he didn’t want to move. These past few days, he was truly worn out.
Although he hadn’t done any physical labor, his energy was drained, having not rested well. So the mont he got ho, he felt completely weak.
After lying on the sofa for almost an hour, groggy, he felt his phone vibrating. Taking a look, he saw it was a video call from Shen Yi. Without thinking, he answered it.
The next second, Shen Yi’s delicate face appeared on the screen; judging by the background, she seed to be in a car.
"Hey, little brother, missed your big sis?" As soon as the call connected, Shen Yi’s voice ca through. Clearly, she was in a good mood.
"I did!" Su Qing replied in a muffled voice, his face still showing signs of exhaustion.
Shen Yi obviously didn’t miss this and asked: "What’s wrong? Not feeling well? You seem really busy these past few days?"
"No, it’s just a friend ca back, and we had a gathering. Lots of things going on, a bit tired!"
He didn’t elaborate on what he had been doing these past few days, as Shen Yi didn’t know Ding Qiang, so explaining wouldn’t matter.
Though Shen Yi sensed sothing off, she didn’t show it on her face, instead smiling as she said: "Naughty brother, you haven’t forgotten today is the premiere of ’Wandering Earth’, have you? Even though I’m not by your side, if you want, we could go to the cinema together! I’ll watch it with you from here. How about it?"
Upon hearing this, Su Qing was taken aback. Is it being released today? He had been so busy he forgot. After thinking for a mont, he shook his head: "Let’s wait till you’re back, and we’ll go watch it together. I’m too lazy to move!"
Shen Yi didn’t push, and after so more banter, they hung up, and she imdiately called Wen Nanqing.
"Hey, Sister Qing, are you free? If not, why don’t you go check on my man?"
The landlady: ???
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