From Evil Sect Leader to Doctor

Tang Jinglun made a special visit to express his gratitude to Xu Chunliang.

Xu Chunliang found it somewhat puzzling. He hadn’t done anything to help them, so even if they wanted to thank someone, it shouldn’t be him. However, Tang Jinglun’s visit wasn’t in vain; at least he learned from Tang Jinglun that the dispute between Zhao Feiyang and Tang Tianyi had come to an end.

"President Tang, did you say that you agreed to sell Changxing’s shares?"

Tang Jinglun nodded and said, "What else? Did you think they would let Tianyi off the hook?"

Xu Chunliang said, "It’s not that easy for Tang Tianyi to get out, is it?"

Tang Jinglun replied, "Positive urine test, detention is inevitable. The key is those who assaulted the others have all changed their testimonies, admitting they framed Tianyi. The incident with Zhao Feiyang getting beaten has nothing to do with Tianyi."

Xu Chunliang asked somewhat gossipingly, "Who did it?"

Tang Jinglun sighed and said, "With your mind, can’t you guess?"

Xu Chunliang shook his head, "You all are so scheming and cunning. If I could outplay you, I wouldn’t have been forced to leave Changxing in the first place."

Hearing this, Tang Jinglun couldn’t help but laugh, "Chunliang, people seek higher grounds, water flows to lower places. You’re doing better and better now. If you had insisted on not leaving back then, no one could have forced you out. Putting other things aside for the moment, how did I treat you? Did I ever do anything to wrong you?"

Xu Chunliang said, "President Tang, it’s pointless to discuss this now. As the saying goes, ’Man thrives upon change while trees perish upon change.’ If I had stayed in Changxing given the current situation, I would have been caught up in the chaos when the castle gates caught fire, leaving no chance to stand by and watch from afar."

At this point, they really had no significant conflicts, so they could sit together and speak frankly.

Tang Jinglun said, "Chunliang, I’ve always felt that we were on the same wavelength and should have been the kind of friends who could talk about anything. I’ve always valued you, but unfortunately, I’ve been sidelined at Hua Nian, and as an insignificant figure I couldn’t protect you even if I wanted to."

Xu Chunliang said, "I understand, your elder brother doesn’t trust you."

Tang Jinglun sighed, "Seeing Huayuan Group reach this point, I am the one who feels the most pain. Although my brother founded Huayuan and Jiannian, the effort I put into it is no less than his. He didn’t study management systematically. The reason he managed to grow the business so big back then had elements of luck, as the saying goes, ’Heroes are made by times.’

Xu Chunliang laughed inwardly, wondering how Tang Jingwei could be considered a hero.

Tang Jinglun continued, "Hua Nian Group was at its peak, ranking among the top three in Pinghai, and our family wealth once reached the top fifty in the country."

Xu Chunliang said, "To have such a vast family business ruined within just a few years by you guys, one has to be impressed."

Tang Jinglun didn’t mind Xu Chunliang’s sarcasm and laughed, "It’s destiny. Many people mistake fortune for ability. It’s not that I want to shirk responsibility, but when my brother was blindly pursuing overseas expansion, I had warned him it wouldn’t work. Firstly, it was expanding too quickly, and secondly, the authorities wouldn’t allow so much capital to be invested abroad."

In his heart, Xu Chunliang thought you’re no saint either. Investments and acquisitions abroad are just a façade for laundering money. Although the group has such a large deficit, your personal wealth hasn’t been affected much. According to past practices, if Huayuan’s debt restructuring fails completely, there’s a high chance the two brothers will flee overseas.

Tang Jinglun continued, "After I discovered the group’s strategic direction was wrong, it was I who initiated the layout for the health care industry. But after I had painstakingly set the stage, my brother kicked me aside."

Xu Chunliang was well aware of this, "So, you struck back?" Tang Jingwei’s relegation behind the scenes was not voluntary; after a series of scandals were exposed, he had no choice but to step down. That scandal storm allowed Tang Jinglun to become Hua Nian’s CEO, but unfortunately, his power was short-lived, and soon enough it was once again stripped away.

The current Hua Nian Group was riddled with problems, and Tang Jinglun was disheartened with the state of Huayuan.

"Chunliang, if it weren’t for my brother’s excesses, I wouldn’t have resorted to such measures. But now I’ve seen through it, the momentum is gone, it cannot be saved by human effort." Tang Jinglun was downhearted.

Xu Chunliang found it odd, today this guy was treating him like a confidant, spilling everything as if unloading beans. What was his purpose? Was he trying to impress him to collaborate by showing his sincerity? Forget it, he no longer had any value. Despite the title of Hua Nian CEO, he was actually in debt, poorer than him.

Xu Chunliang said, "Since the issue with Tang Tianyi has been resolved, you should handle the debt problems properly. Twenty-nine billion is not a small amount."

Tang Jinglun chuckled wryly, "Do you know how this issue was resolved?"

Xu Chunliang was indeed curious, perhaps Ye Qingya was threatened, so Qiao Rulong chose to back down.

Tang Jinglun said, "I just found out how deep my brother’s relationship is with Qiao Yuanjiang."

Xu Chunliang mused, it wasn’t surprising Qiao Yuanjiang knew the Tang Brothers. When the New Health Care Hospital was founded, Tang Jinglun even invited him for the ribbon-cutting. Later, thanks to his timely warning, Mei Ru Xue reminded him to change his plans last minute.

From Xu Chunliang’s understanding of the Qiao family, Qiao Yuanjiang didn’t hold much presence even within his family, and younger generations like Qiao Rulong and Mei Ru Xue hardly gave him any respect. That Qiao Yuanjiang would step up for the Tang family’s matters seemed out of the ordinary.

To drive someone to do their utmost for you, either the relationship is solid or perhaps they have some leverage over them, and Xu Chunliang thought it was likely the latter.

Tang Jinglun said, "Chunliang, you have a good relationship with the Qiao family, can you do me a favor?"

Xu Chunliang fixed his gaze on Tang Jingwei’s eyes, realizing everything he said was in preparation for this request.

Xu Chunliang said, "I’ll say it again, I don’t want to be involved in your affairs."

Tang Jinglun said, "I have something very important and want to meet with Elder Qiao."

Xu Chunliang chuckled, "President Tang, do I need to repeat it again?" He had previously made it clear to Tang Jinglun that he and Mei Ru Xue had broken up.

Tang Jinglun said, "This matter concerns Mei Xiqing."

"Who?"

Tang Jinglun enunciated each word, "Mei Ru Xue’s mother, Mei Xiqing!"

Xu Chunliang picked up the teacup and took a sip, "She seems to have passed away a long time ago."

Tang Jinglun said, "I’m talking about things before she died."

Xu Chunliang said, "Let’s hear it, see if it has any value."

Tang Jinglun showed a look of not wanting to act without assurance.

Xu Chunliang looked and felt irritated, "If you don’t want to say, then you don’t trust me, forget it."

Tang Jinglun said, "I’ll give you a million when it’s done."

"You’re offering blatant bribery." Although earning this million is easy, Xu Chunliang wasn’t tempted. If he wanted to make money, a million was nothing.

"Just help me create an opportunity, whether successful or not, I’ll pay you. If you don’t believe, I can pay you now..." Tang Jinglun paused for a moment and added, "Cash!"

Xu Chunliang shook his head, "I’m not interested in money or your so-called secret. You came to the wrong place."

Tang Jinglun said, "You have no feelings for Mei Ru Xue either?"

Xu Chunliang coldly stared at Tang Jinglun’s face, "It’s none of your business about me and her, President Tang. Those involved are confused; observers see clearly, and as an observer, I advise you and your big brother that if you want to play games with others, you might not qualify. Regardless of how you get through this crisis, it’d be best to know when to quit."

Tang Jinglun wanted to continue talking, but at that moment Xu Chunliang’s phone rang.

Xu Chunliang gave him a smile and pointed to the phone. Tang Jinglun understood he was being shown the door, so he got up and left.

The call was from his godmother Lin Sijin. She heard from somewhere about Ye Qingya being threatened and wanted to find out from Xu Chunliang. Xu Chunliang told her it was probably a prank, Ye Qingya had been sent home, and the matter was over. He also mentioned to Lin Sijin the idea of Ye Qingya taking a trip to Weishan Lake for some inspiration.

Lin Sijin showed great enthusiasm, urging Xu Chunliang to arrange it quickly. As soon as Ye Qingya sets the time, she’ll take leave immediately.

After hanging up Lin Sijin’s call, Fu Guomin called in. The barbecue shop paperwork was all complete, planning to begin trial operations tomorrow night, inviting Xu Chunliang to join. He also invited Zhao Feiyang, but Zhao Feiyang is returning to Dongzhou early tomorrow, so he can’t make it.

Xu Chunliang agreed on a time with him, and the front desk informed him of visiting guests; Pu Jian and Chen Qianfan arrived together.

As soon as Pu Jian entered, he began rambling, "This hotel has so many rules, even registering IDs. What illegal business could Old Chen and I possibly do?"

Xu Chunliang said, "It’s a proper five-star hotel, guests have to register."

Chen Qianfan said, "More comfortable in my office than here; the room’s a bit small."

Xu Chunliang said, "It may be small, but it has everything."

Pu Jian said, "Missing a woman."

Xu Chunliang said, "Stop talking nonsense. What did you two come here for?"

Pu Jian said, "I’m here on someone’s behalf, Master Xie invites you for dinner tonight."

Xu Chunliang said, "He’s inviting me? I don’t have much of a connection with him."

Pu Jian said, "I can’t figure out why he’s inviting you, probably because you helped him sell dragon bones last time."

Xu Chunliang said, "Watch your wording. What do you mean sell dragon bones? You think I’m like you."

Chen Qianfan said, "Don’t look at me. I was brought here by him to help host tonight."

Pu Jian said, "Master Xie also mentioned you. Anyway, I’ve delivered the message; whether you oblige is your own business."

Xu Chunliang said, "If he was sincerely inviting me, wouldn’t he have asked two days earlier? It’s already afternoon, how can he be so sure I have time to meet?"

Pu Jian said, "Master Xie’s reputation in the art collector circles doesn’t need emphasis. If you don’t oblige, he probably won’t be happy."

Xu Chunliang and Chen Qianfan both laughed. Neither of them mixes in art collector circles, probably only affecting Pu Jian. Xu Chunliang nodded and said, "Fine, I’ll do you a favor. By the way, is Master Huang San going?" He referred to Huang Wanglin from Linzheng Hall.

Pu Jian said, "He shouldn’t be invited.

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