Xie Sui had no intention of cooperating with these people, but there was no need to offend them. Many big figures adopted a policy of paying to avoid trouble.
However, there had to be a limit to how much money was paid.
In Xie Sui's opinion, those in this line of work had no future. They were no different from beggars, just looking more presentable.
They would act tough with the timid but act like grandsons to those who were truly formidable, too scared to provoke them.
Perhaps Xie Sui's gaze was too peculiar, causing the three big shots to hesitate in saying what they had intended to.
Xie Sui spoke first, "You gentlemen won't have come to see me just for drinks and a meal, right? If you have useful information, you can state it directly. The reward I offered is still valid. Honestly, having someone secretly plotting against me and trying to take my life makes it impossible to eat or sleep."
Xu Yushan, the leader of the Sanhe Gang, was the youngest and seemed the most ambitious. He smiled and said, "Anyone would have trouble sleeping or eating, after all, life is precious. We have investigated this person. How much is President Xie willing to pay?"
As profit was involved, the atmosphere immediately tensed. Xie Sui smiled, "Money, for some, is enough to exhaust all their strength just to make ends meet. For others, it's as simple as drinking a glass of water. As it happens, I have no other skills to boast of, but I'm good at making money. It all depends on how much Boss Xu wants. Everything is negotiable. You name your price, and I'm fine with it."
Xu Yushan hesitated instead. Seeing Xie Sui's nonchalant expression, he tossed the ball back. "Then I'll be direct. According to the market rate, it's ten million. However, we can provide this information to you for free. I heard President Xie is planning to open an entertainment company. If you can give us some shares, you won't need to pay this money, and we'll ensure you can walk freely in Hong Kong from now on."
Xie Sui's tone turned cold, "How much do you want?" This was about his entertainment company. It was indeed not easy to make this money.
"Not much. Two tenths for each of us, that's six tenths. You'll still be the largest shareholder."
Du Feiyang wanted to curse. Six tenths? And they said it was "not much"? How damn greedy.
Xie Sui took out a cigarette and lit one. "Then aren't I working for you? I'm sorry, I choose the first option. I'll give you ten million. I wish you a pleasant cooperation in the future."
Luo Rui, the leader of the Qing Gang, was the oldest and most cunning. He chuckled, "It's just some money, President Xie, don't be so stingy. More friends mean more paths. There's no relationship closer than cooperation. Consider this money a meeting gift, and no need to pay."
Xie Sui insisted on paying. "No, this money is my respect for you all. I don't like being patronized. Having more friends is good, but I don't like greedy friends. Boss Luo understands what I mean. I'm very happy to meet you all today. I'll toast everyone."
Xie Sui finished his drink first. Xiang Sheng, the leader of the Hong Gang, had an unpleasant expression, suppressing his anger. This mainland guy was refusing a toast and choosing punishment.
Du Feiyang glanced at the three of them. Xiang Sheng didn't lash out, but a murderous glint appeared in his eyes.
"Here's a check for ten million. Can you tell me who is harming me now?"
Xu Yushan put the money away and smiled. "President Xie has quite a personality. Young people, hot-tempered, with pride, we understand. However, we hope President Xie also knows that in this line of work, being hot-tempered can lead to getting beaten..."
"What are you saying? Threatening my brother Xie? F*** your mother..." Du Feiyang couldn't hold back. These bastards didn't respect him, daring to threaten his brother!
Xie Sui put a hand on his arm. "Calm down. Boss Xu is right. I'm so young, with hundreds of billions in assets, yet I haven't experienced the harshness of society. I'm a bit naive. However, I'm stubborn and don't respond to force. If you think I'm easy to bully, feel free to try. Today, I'm giving you face. This ten million is my sincerity. If you don't want it, then I'm sorry, I'd rather throw my money into the sea to hear it splash than be a sucker. We're leaving now. Please enjoy your drinks."
Xie Sui directly took back the check. These old fools who refused his goodwill wouldn't get a penny from him.
Du Feiyang snorted, "From now on, don't show up at any of the Du family's establishments. If you don't give me face, I won't care about you either!"
"Let's go, let's go. A fierce person speaks little. Those who speak harshly are just impotent rage. Why are you so angry?" Xie Sui comforted Du Feiyang, leaving behind the three men with displeased expressions.
As soon as they left, Xiang Sheng was the first to erupt. "Send people to deal with this mainland guy. He dares to cause trouble in our territory and thinks he's so important!"
Xu Yushan said, "Don't speak rashly. I actually admire this young man. He's smart, witty, and good at making money. The fact that he can make Du Feiyang obey him means he's no ordinary person."
"What if you admire him? He doesn't care about you. Tell me, what are you planning to do?"
Xu Yushan replied, "He'll know our power after he suffers a bit. Let's take our time, no rush."
"Brother Xu is right. This time we'll cooperate and take down this fat fish."
"Pleasant cooperation."
After eating and drinking their fill, the three men left, only to be stopped by the manager asking for payment. "Gentlemen, whose name should we put this bill under?"
"Didn't that mainland guy say he was treating?"
Manager: "You mean President Xie? President Xie did not pay the bill. He said it was you three treating."
"Damn it, this mainland guy is really stingy."
Xu Yushan paid the bill, a sense of unease creeping into his heart. This Xie guy was vengeful and wealthy, making him difficult to deal with. Perhaps they had made a mistake; they should have befriended him. It was too late now. Having fallen out with Xie Sui, Xu Yushan felt a twinge of regret.
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Du Feiyang and Xie Sui were in the car. Upon learning that Xie Sui hadn't paid, he burst out laughing. "Brother Xie, are you being too petty?"
Xie Sui replied, "I've always been this petty. They insulted me and still wanted to eat my food? Go eat shit!"
Du Feiyang: "It feels good now, but what about the future? Those three are not easy to deal with. Each of them has thousands of men. If they really want to deal with you, Brother Xie, you need to be careful."
Xie Sui: "I understand, of course. Don't worry, since I dared to offend them, I have countermeasures."
Upon returning to the company, he summoned Zhang Jiacheng and a few others. They thought he was going to discuss making a movie and were very excited. They always watched others make movies, could they do it themselves?
Xie Sui, however, was not talking about that. His gaze was sharp as he asked Zhang Jiacheng, "Do you want to be a boss?"
"What boss? Brother Xie, you are my boss. I'll always be your subordinate."
This guy never forgot to flatter him. Xie Sui continued, "I mean, the kind of boss you used to be on the streets, not following me. To be honest with you, I've fallen out with those three old guys. I want to strike first and deal with them. Do you dare?!"