Genshin Impact: Liyue's Strongest Thousand Rock Army

Chapter 231 Contract

Su Ping sent the remaining two pieces of jewelry to the North City District, and then returned to Feiyunpo.

Of course, he did not forget to tease her a little. Shounuo, who was resting due to an injury, asked very "presumptuous" when the other party planned to marry Xiaocui.

Regarding this matter, Shounuo, a member of Qianyan Army, could not explain clearly and kept hesitating. Instead, the weak girl Xiaocui stepped forward to block the boy's questions and sent him away with a sentence "When the time comes, I will invite you to the wedding banquet".

Su Ping shook his head and smiled. He didn't expect that the usually gentle Xiao Cui would stand up for a man. He was almost shocked by her posture and speed.

Contact with different people will change a person. Whether it is good or bad depends on the person and also on yourself. You cannot just blame others or just focus on self-reflection.

Su Ping had just returned to Feiyunpo, and before he could enter the Chamber of Commerce, he was stopped by a figure.

The figure was slightly hunched, his face was full of wrinkles, and he looked kind, a benevolent old man. His every move exuded a scholarly air, making him hard to dislike.

"Master Wansong." Su Ping was not wearing yellow clothes, so he immediately bowed as a greeting.

The person who stopped him was Keqing's grandfather Wan Song, a real estate tycoon in Liyue Harbor. He owned a lot of real estate and land except for the super chamber of commerce boss. Many people had to call him "Master".

He waved his hand, his face gentle, and said calmly: "I have a business to discuss. Is it convenient for you now?"

Su Ping showed a happy expression and said with a smile: "Master Wan Song invited me, of course any time is convenient. I will go and inform Sister Ningguang, please come as well."

Wan Song remained motionless and said with a smile, "I have already said that I am here to discuss business with you. If you want to find Ningguang, I would have gone there by myself a long time ago. Why should I stop you here?"

After he finished speaking, he asked again, "Can you drink?"

Su Ping made a promise, "I dare not say that I can drink a thousand cups without getting drunk, but I am sure that I am an excellent drinker and will never cause any trouble!"

"Okay, then I'll go to three bowls and not cross the harbor."

Sanwanguogang is not a luxurious or wealthy place, but the wine has its own flavor, and the stories told by the storytellers are also very interesting.

It's no wonder that this master would choose this place as the venue for negotiations. Firstly, it is down-to-earth, and secondly, of course, the wine is delicious.

Master Wan Song asked for a private room in a secluded spot on the second floor. With a large window, he could hear the storytelling downstairs and see the drinkers on the first floor, but he could not see them from the first floor looking up.

As for the bill, Su Ping took the lead and took it on himself. After all, he couldn't let this big man, who was also the elder of his friend's family, pay the bill, right?

Of course Wan Song sat in the main seat, which was impeccable in terms of seniority, age and generation. Even if he didn't sit down, Su Ping would have to persuade him.

Two pots of health-preserving rice wine were placed on the table, along with a plate of meat to go with the wine and a dish of fried peanuts dipped in salt. The table was already complete.

Su Ping spoke first, saying, "Master Wan Song's business must be a big order that is hard to come by in the world. I am really grateful. Let me toast you first!"

Wan Song smiled without saying anything, raised his glass slightly to clink with his, and took only a small sip, but Su Ping drank it all in one gulp.

Afterwards, Su Ping toasted him one cup after another, using the excuses of being an elder, a business predecessor, or a big shot in the industry, which gave him a sense of heroism.

This made Wan Song laugh and cry, and he stopped him from continuing, saying, "If Xiao Aqing knew about this, she would definitely blame me, an old man. Even if she didn't say it to my face, she would definitely blame me in her heart. Stop it now."

Su Ping said yes with a smile on his face and sat back in his seat.

Wan Song then took the initiative to pick up the wine jug and refill his empty glass. He then waved his hand to signal the young man who stood up opposite him to sit down, and spoke slowly, very kindly.

"Although we are here to discuss business today, you don't have to use the business tactics. Just think of it as chatting with me and talking about recent and future events. If we agree, we can sign the contract right away!"

What is this thing called?

The real estate tycoon came to him for no reason, saying he wanted to discuss business, but when he arrived at the place, after he warmly greeted him, he said it was not a business deal, and they just wanted to chat first, and they could sign the contract if they were satisfied.

Only these business tycoons can make such a lavish move that is even more "lavish" than spending huge amounts of money.

Who is Su Ping? Apart from his hesitancy at certain times, he certainly cannot remain silent in such an occasion. Since the other party wants to chat, then he will chat.

In the business world, with all the human relationships and social etiquette, the boss's words are always right. Even if some of them are not to your liking, you cannot expose them in person, otherwise you will be eaten to the bone.

Of course, there are people who like to speak their mind and want to hear the truth, but how many such people are there? How can we be sure that the person really has this preference? Who would dare to gamble their entire fortune on that?

Wan Song looked at the young man who was still not relaxed in front of him, and said helplessly: "I have been in the business world for most of my life, and most of the time I speak in a perfunctory manner and rarely speak directly. I will make it clear in a few days."

He sighed slightly, and his slightly hunched body seemed to have become even shorter. With a vicissitudes of life, he looked at the young man and said slowly: "Who do you think Aqing is to you?"

Su Ping's eyelids jumped, and he immediately replied: "Friend."

Wan Song asked again: "Just friends?"

Su Ping slowed down and said, "A close friend. I regard her as a like-minded confidant!"

Wan Song's old eyes were bright as he observed the young man carefully. He thought that he was not lying and continued, "In that case, if Xiao Aqing encounters obstacles in the future, what will you do?"

Su Ping did not hesitate. "Do everything within your power, spare no effort to help her and resolve the obstacles ahead."

Wan Song's eyes flickered. "Oh? It doesn't mean that I have to do my best, but I have to consider my own weight. Does it mean that I can't devote myself completely?"

Su Ping did not flatter in this regard, and spoke solemnly, "There are many reasons, but the most reasonable ones are that the younger generation, the Qianyan Army, performs its duties in accordance with the law and can provide assistance within a reasonable range, but cannot help in everything.

Also, even if I said that I could die and help at all costs, Master Wan Song would definitely not believe it. You also said that you should make it clear, and I will not say nice things anymore."

Wan Song snorted, but a smile appeared on his wrinkled face, and he said in a gentle tone: "Su Zian, you are a good man. If you are not lying to me, then the contract can be signed."

Su Ping immediately laughed and said, "As the saying goes, a thousand cups of wine are not enough when you meet a bosom friend, but a word is too much when you are not on the same page. I dare to speak like this because I see that Master Wan Song is bold and broad-minded."

Wan Song laughed and scolded, "I really don't know where you learned all these interpersonal relationships and worldly affairs at such a young age. You are too smooth!"

"Since I can remember, I have learned a lot of truths. With such a majestic senior like you in charge, I can't make any trouble!"

"Stop talking about this and drink..."

It was almost nightfall when the two of them left the pub and went home.

Su Ping reeked of alcohol and staggered as he walked, but he was happy because he was holding a contract tightly in his hand. It was a transfer contract for a building.

At the same time, Feiyunpo, Yuhe Tea House.

The storyteller on the stands was praised by everyone and was nicknamed Tea Doctor, Liu Su.

This was a young man, but he had a tuft of beard, which made him look a little older, but also had a bit of gentlemanly charm. He spoke eloquently, and every word he said was brilliant, which drew cheers and applause from the tea drinkers.

Among these tea drinkers, there was one table that was the most conspicuous, with two people sitting at it, a teenager and a young man.

The young man was dressed in blue, as blue as the ocean, his handsome face seemed as if it had been carved by a knife and an axe, his eyes were clear, he was in the prime of his life, and full of vigor and vitality.

The young man was wearing dark gold clothes. The fabric was of very fine texture, a weaving technique that has been lost in Liyue today. He had a dignified appearance, with amber eyes like a phoenix, which made him look majestic and domineering.

"Mr. Zhongli, what do you think of this book?" The young man was Nan Zhangsheng, who was asking the young man opposite him with a smile on his face.

Zhongli said calmly: "It is a fine work, worth savoring carefully."

Nan Zhangsheng hummed and nodded, "Indeed, it is fortunate that the disaster a few days ago did not damage the foundation of this teahouse, otherwise I am afraid we would not be able to drink tea here."

Zhongli's expression remained unchanged as he slowly said, "Liyue Harbor is now well managed under the governance of the Seven Stars. It is no longer the case that all things are dependent on the Emperor's Liyue Harbor."

Nan Zhangsheng's eyes flickered, and his smile widened. He agreed very much and said, "Yes, I don't know if the ideas we discussed here a few days ago were accidentally heard by the Emperor or what, but they turned out to be exactly the same as what I said!"

Zhongli nodded and said thoughtfully: "It is possible. The Emperor Yanwang observes everything. It is impossible to say that Brother Nan's words were adopted by the Emperor as a policy."

Nan Zhangsheng waved his hand and said, “Forget it. I just mentioned before that Liyue Port needs certain tests to grow, but the Emperor made a move like this. I was almost scared to death. I hope those dead souls will not come to settle accounts with me!”

Zhongli was speechless and had to change the subject, saying, "This matter should have nothing to do with Brother Nan, and there is no need to blame yourself so much. Why don't you tell me what you think the Emperor will do next?"

Nan Zhangsheng looked left and right, making sure that only the woman had peeped at them and no one had come forward to eavesdrop, then he lowered his voice and said, "I dare not do that. If the Emperor gets upset one day, I'll probably be the first one to be targeted!"

A hint of emotion flashed across Zhongli Ru's calm eyes, as if explaining: "The Emperor has always been magnanimous and will definitely not endanger Brother Nan."

"How do you know? You are not the emperor himself!" Nan Zhangsheng looked unhappy, but he was very happy in his heart.

Then, Zhongli continued to persuade Nan Zhangsheng, and he acted as if he was listening to his advice. From being unwilling, to being doubtful, and then to expressing his guess helplessly, the connection was very good, and there was no flaw at all.

"Actually, I'm not very clear. I can only say that if the Emperor really advocates rule by man as he thought, then next, he should gradually delegate power to allow officials such as the Seven Stars and ordinary people to adapt."

Zhongli nodded, as if he felt there was some truth in it.

Nan Zhangsheng asked at the right time: "Mr. Zhongli, do you have enough money today?"

"No, maybe it was left at home again." Zhongli said this without any embarrassment or blushing, looking very natural and calm.

"Okay, I'll pay for it."

"Thank you, Brother Nan. If Zhong takes Mora with him in the future, I will definitely make up for it."

"Forget it, we are just friends, just agree to a contract."

“Do you need a paper contract?”

"No, just tell it verbally."

"Why?"

"I believe that Mr. Zhongli will never break his promise..."

On the same day, two events ended in two places, involving different people and events, and the connection did not seem to be very strong.

But in fact, there are.