Urban Most Awesome Dad

Chapter 395: Chapter 395: Discussing Important Matters_1

Chapter 395: Secret Talks on Major Issues

Qin Haowu raised his glass, toasting, “Mr. Xu, I’ve long heard of your great reputation. This drink is to you!”

“Haowu, you’re too kind. You helped me out this time; it should be me offering you a toast.” Xu Qiyin raised his glass in the air, signaling across the space, and both of them tilted their heads back to drink it all in one go.

Once Qin Haowu had sobered up from the effects of the alcohol, with a slightly red face, he said, “Mr. Xu, my father asked me to entertain you, apparently there’s a cooperation to discuss?”

“Indeed…” Xu Qiyin glanced at the Island Country individuals beside them and said, “May I borrow a moment for a private word?”

Qin Haowu nodded, greeted Oda Chihide, and then led Xu Qiyin to the next room.

Once the two had left, Oda Chihide no longer held back, getting handsy with a couple of beauties, and bursts of amorous laughter soon followed.

However, Oda Tenshu was as if he had lost his soul, mired in the curse of defeat.

Huang Yechun, still silent, quietly drank by himself in a corner, oddly taking some small pleasure in the situation.

Qin Haowu and Xu Qiyin sat down in the room.

The former’s expression changed, looking seriously at Xu Qiyin, he said in a deep voice, “Mr. Xu, please speak.”

Xu Qiyin didn’t look at him, laying back on the couch, his face slightly flushed with drunkenness, his gaze a bit blurry as he said, “Brother Haowu, then I’ll just say it as it is. Your father has been in his position for some years now, hasn’t he? Has he thought about climbing any higher?”

Qin Haowu’s eyes shone, but he was tight-lipped, saying, “My father has contributed to society, with a clear conscience both to the heavens and to the earth. As for the rest, he is quite indifferent.”

“Brother Haowu, your eloquence is still impressive,” Xu Qiyin said with a bit of amusement, bluntly saying, “Brother Haowu, let’s not beat around the bush.”

Qin Haowu felt slightly uncomfortable being bluntly exposed, but his face remained unchanged.

It was precisely this ability that had allowed Qin Dongyue, at a young age, to take up a major role, handling business affairs with effortless skill, and on this occasion, he took the lead in negotiating cooperation matters with the people from the Island Country.

In comparison, his brother Qin Haowen fell far short, only good at causing trouble and not fit to be seen in public.

Although his front had been laid bare by Xu Qiyin, Qin Haowu was not perturbed.

For such a sensitive topic, it was better to keep it to oneself than to speak without thought.

So, he simply laughed and did not reply.

Seeing that Qin Haowu kept silent, Xu Qiyin could only continue helplessly, “Brother Haowu, I’ve always been straightforward, so I’ll just speak my mind. Sun Lihua of the Sun Family has also long been eyeing this position, and neither party is assured of securing it. However, I favor Sun Lihua more. Even though the old man from the Sun Family has retired, he still holds a lot of political connections, which offers a lot of potential for maneuvering.”

“Uh… I’m aware of that.” Qin Haowu, seeing his candidness, felt that he could no longer play dumb, but he also wouldn’t say much more.

After all, it was a sensitive matter, and consequences of it getting out would be unthinkable.

He thought for a moment, then said, “Mr. Xu, your meeting with me this time couldn’t just be about this matter, could it?”

Xu Qiyin smiled agreeably, “That’s right, I want to help you, as a way of repaying the Qin Family’s favor this time.”

“So, what kind of help are we talking about?” Qin Haowu raised an eyebrow, showing interest.

After saying this, Xu Qiyin watched Qin Haowu’s reaction closely.

Naturally, he also selectively withheld some information; for instance, the fact that Xu Fan was a Martial Arts Grandmaster, worrying that it might scare Qin Haowu.

After hearing Xu Qiyin out, Qin Haowu fell into deep thought. Nôv(el)B\\jnn

This was a matter of great consequence; he needed to carefully ponder and scrutinize the feasibility of its execution.

Between success and failure was how to effectively pin the blame for shielding a murderer; otherwise, it would be akin to setting himself on fire.

This was a matter he was handling on behalf of his father, Qin Dongyue, and his judgment was crucial. He must be extremely cautious, or the repercussions could be dire.

After much deliberation, Qin Haowu finally frowned and said, “Mr. Xu, so Luo Guang was about to arrest someone but changed his mind because of a phone call, right?”

“Correct,” Xu Qiyin affirmed, “But as for the specific content of the call, I don’t know.”

“Luo Guang… I have some impression of him. That call was almost certainly for Lu Chenbing; otherwise, he would never have obediently followed orders to give up arresting the murderer,” Qin Haowu squinted his eyes, murmuring softly.

Xu Qiyin waited with a look of relaxed amusement on his face; he could see that Qin Haowu was considering making a move.

True enough, after five minutes, Qin Haowu gritted his teeth and made a decision, “Then, I will deal with Lu Chenbing first.”

“Why?”

Qin Haowu gave a smile that was full of deep mystery, explaining, “Once Chen Bing’s troubles are unearthed, Sun Liming will not be able to disassociate himself. Even if he manages to extricate himself, Chen Bing’s downfall will still be a significant loss for the Sun Family and would cause Sun Liming substantial harm.”

“Brother Haowu is truly outstanding among men for being able to make such a swift decision, impressive!” Xu Qiyin praised generously.

Qin Haowu waved his hand dismissively, “Mr. Xu, you flatter me. I simply made a decision according to the situation. If it weren’t for this critical information from Mr. Xu, I wouldn’t have even considered this angle. On behalf of the Qin Family, I would like to express our gratitude to Mr. Xu.”

“Brother Haowu is too formal. Our families have maintained a partnership for a long time now; to help each other now and then is nothing noteworthy, and moreover, I’m simply repaying a kindness,” Xu Qiyin said.

“You’re being very reasonable,” Qin Haowu laughed happily, agreeing, “Our two families are old friends, being too polite would seem reserved. So, Mr. Xu, should there be anything you need, please don’t hesitate to ask. Here in Zhonghai, the Qin Family can still offer some help.”

“Rest assured, I won’t be shy,” Xu Qiyin replied with a hearty laugh.

Curious, Qin Haowu then asked, “By the way, Mr. Xu, what’s the story with Xu Fan? You’ve come all the way from Yanjing to see him.”