Chapter 80

Jin Zong suspiciously glanced at Fang Tianfeng and then explained, "It's like this, President Zhang is angry with me and won't buy from our company anymore. He also plans to unite with other hotels to boycott our company. If this gets out of hand, our company will be ruined. You know, seafood companies, which are related to food, are most afraid of reputation issues."

Fang Tianfeng hadn't received a call from Zhang Bowen, so he wasn't quite sure and said, "So that's what it is. However, this is President Zhang's own decision, and I don't think it's appropriate for me to interfere. You should directly talk to President Zhang; perhaps it has nothing to do with me. Did President Zhang say it was because of me?"

Jin Zong thought Fang Tianfeng was declining and pleaded with a trembling voice, "Master Fang, please, give me a break. Rest assured, I will now announce the dismissal of Fang Tande and everyone related to him! If his mother cursed you, I will have her house burned down when I get back."

Fang Tande and his wife turned pale, and Fang Ersun and Fang Ershu were even more panicked.

Fang Tianfeng's cousin, who worked at Jin Xin Aquatic Products, burst into tears. He had just been boasting about his job in front of Fang Tianfeng, but now he was about to lose it.

Fang Tianfeng, hearing the mention of Fang Tande, frowned and was about to speak when his cousin cried, "Brother, brother, I was wrong! It was Aunt Er who said you were a freeloader first, and then I treated you that way. But before that, I even helped you find a job. Yes, I had a bit of a show-off mentality, but I didn't have any ill intentions. If you let Jin Xin Company go bankrupt, I'll lose my job."

Fang Tianfeng was at a loss, thinking that although he disliked Aunt Er, he wouldn't take it out on other relatives.

Aunt Er suddenly pushed through the crowd, fell to her knees, and wailed, "Xiaofeng! It's Aunt Er's fault, it's all my fault! I looked down on you. Xiaofeng, no matter how bad I am, your sister-in-law is still carrying your nephew, and Brother Tande hasn't wronged you. If you must punish someone, punish me!"

As she spoke, Aunt Er began to slap herself.

Everyone watched Aunt Er, feeling both pity and hatred.

Fang Tianfeng, seeing Aunt Er's behavior becoming more and more outrageous, sternly said, "Stop! All of you, get up! Otherwise, I'll leave right now!"

Aunt Er finally stood up, wiping her nose continuously.

Jin Zong looked at Fang Tianfeng pitifully, like a death row inmate waiting for a pardon.

Fang Tande also looked at Fang Tianfeng with pleading eyes. He was a straightforward person and knew he was in the wrong, so he didn't dare to speak up.

Fang Tianfeng sighed and said to Fang Tande, "I really don't know about this. Don't worry, I'll make a call to ask."

Saying this, Fang Tianfeng called Zhang Bowen.

Zhang Bowen answered the call and said with a smile, "Master Fang, what's up? I'm sorry for the inconvenience you experienced at Tianyue Hotel today. I'll make it up to you another day."

Fang Tianfeng said, "No need for that. You said you won't cooperate with their seafood company anymore. Is that true?"

Zhang Bowen immediately said loudly, "Of course it's true! They are so blind, they must not be let off easily! I will not only contact other CEOs but also find journalists to investigate any irregularities in their seafood company."

Zhang Bowen's voice was so loud that a few nearby people could vaguely hear it, and Jin Zong's face changed dramatically.

Fang Tianfeng smiled and said, "President Zhang, I think we should let this go. Before you came, Jin Zong had never met me, and it's like a fire in the city gate affecting the fish in the pond. Besides, Brother Tande works there, and I don't want him to lose his job. What Aunt Er did is her own business. If I treat Brother Tande harshly, what's the difference between me and her?"

Fang Ersun and Fang Ershu lowered their heads in shame.

Zhang Bowen immediately said, "Since Master Fang has spoken, let's let this go. Please convey a message to them: they can keep the 30,000 yuan, but it's a gift from you."

"I know."

Zhang Bowen immediately said with a smile, "Master Fang, I have a dinner party next Thursday. Would you like to join me?"

"Next Thursday? I already have an appointment with Director Wu."

Zhang Bowen's breathing became rapid, and he hurriedly asked, "Which Director Wu?"

"The director of the Changyun District Police Division."

"Master Fang, would it be convenient for me to join you? Maybe you'll need me."

Fang Tianfeng said, "We have some important matters to discuss, so it's not very convenient. However, if there's an opportunity, I'll introduce you to him."

Zhang Bowen quickly said, "Good! Good! Let's settle it that way. Don't forget me when the time comes."

"Nothing else, then I'll hang up."

"Goodbye, Master Fang."

"Goodbye."

Fang Tianfeng put down the phone and noticed that everyone was looking at him differently. He had been so focused on the conversation that he forgot about the people around him.

Fang Tianfeng said, "Jin Zong, the matter is resolved. You can all go back."

Jin Zong looked at him with eager eyes and said, "Master Fang, since we have the chance to meet, and the wedding hasn't ended, why don't you come back and sit for a while?" He then gave Fang Tande a meaningful look, realizing that Fang Tianfeng only recognized Fang Tande and didn't care about anyone else.

Fang Tande, though honest, was a grown man and understood how to read his boss's intentions. He said helplessly, "Xiaofeng, my mother was wrong, and I, as your brother, didn't do well either. Can you give me a chance to apologize and offer a drink?"

Fang Tianfeng sighed and said, "I can ignore what others say, but since you've said this, I can't just leave. It would seem like I'm taking it out on you. Let's go back, have a drink, and then I'll leave."

Jin Zong, Fang Tande, and the cousin immediately beamed with joy and followed Fang Tianfeng back.

The others also eagerly followed Fang Tianfeng, having clearly heard his conversation with Zhang Bowen. Even if they were foolish, they knew that Fang Tianfeng was no ordinary person now.

As they walked, Jin Zong asked, "Master Fang, what is your relationship with President Zhang? Don't tell me it's just fortune-telling. I heard from Brother Xu that President Zhang treats you like a god."

Fang Tianfeng smiled and said, "Not that exaggerated. I just helped President Zhang with a small favor. Don't overthink it."

Jin Zong continued, "Do you really have a connection with the police chief?"

"Average, just a meal together." Fang Tianfeng didn't want to say more.

Jin Zong was a bit reluctant but knew it wasn't appropriate to press further.

The cousin, emboldened, asked, "Brother, what do you do? Don't tell me you don't have a job; I don't believe it."

Fang Tianfeng had to say, "I don't have a formal job right now, but I'm planning to breed arowanas to make a living."

Jin Zong immediately interjected, "Don't look at me selling seafood, but I know a bit about arowanas. My company has three red arowanas. From what I know, breeding arowanas requires an investment of no less than 5 million yuan."

Fang Tianfeng felt a bit embarrassed and said, "Not that much. I'm still in the early stages. Once I figure it out, I'll set up a fish farm and officially open it."

Jin Zong immediately said, "When you open, be sure to let me know. I know many arowana enthusiasts. I can't afford the expensive ones, but a few tens of thousands are definitely no problem."

Fang Tianfeng smiled and said, "I'll thank you in advance, Jin Zong."

Surrounded by dozens of people, Fang Tianfeng returned to Tianyue Hotel, but his mindset was vastly different from when he left.

Next, the newlyweds were completely overshadowed by Fang Tianfeng, who became the star of the wedding.

People kept trying to get information from him, but he refused to speak. As a result, many began to offer toasts.

Fang Tianfeng accepted all the toasts, drinking dozens of glasses of white wine, yet he still chatted and laughed, with bright eyes and clear speech. This alone impressed everyone.

After an hour of drinking, Fang Tianfeng insisted on leaving. Unable to persuade him to stay, everyone saw him off.

During the conversation with Fang Tande and his wife, Fang Tianfeng pretended to accidentally bump into his sister-in-law's arm, secretly sending a thread of primordial energy into her body to make the fetus healthier.

Finally, a drunk Fang Tande supported Fang Tianfeng out. Fang Tianfeng wanted to take a bus, but Jin Zong wouldn't allow it and had his driver take Fang Tianfeng home.

Before getting into the car, Fang Tianfeng whispered to Fang Tande, "If you have time, you can learn how to breed arowanas. Also, take Aunt Er to a big hospital for a check-up and prepare for the end."

Fang Tianfeng got into the car, and Fang Tande felt a chill, half sobering up.

Fang Tande's first reaction was that Fang Tianfeng was cursing his mother, but he quickly realized that with Fang Tianfeng's current status, there was no need for such a thing. He remembered Fang Tianfeng's relationship with Zhang Bowen and felt a pang of worry, deciding to take his mother for a check-up immediately.

Fang Tianfeng sat in the car, thinking about Aunt Er.

"Thick wrist of illness and death, can last at most half a year. Even if you had a grudge with my parents, for Brother Tande, I will do my best to ensure your survival. Unfortunately, self-inflicted suffering cannot be avoided. Today's events make it impossible for me to save you. What a pity!"

Fang Tianfeng had drunk too much and didn't use the Heavenly Luck Technique to suppress it, so he soon fell asleep.

An hour later, he woke up. The driver had been sitting there, not daring to wake him, and Xiao Tao was standing outside the car, guarding him.

Fang Tianfeng thanked the driver and got out of the car.

"Brother Fang, you're awake?" Xiao Tao said with a smile.

"Um. No one came, right?"

"No. Just that woman left."

"Oh."

Xiao Tao whispered, "Didn't you ask me to find out about Old Gu? I have some leads."

"Tell me."

Xiao Tao said, "No wonder Old Gu dared to say he would participate in the arowana competition; he has connections in the Agriculture Department."

"What does this have to do with the Agriculture Department?"

Xiao Tao explained, "For such large events, official organizations must participate. For example, the Yunhai City Arowana Competition has the provincial aquatic technology promotion station. This station is managed by the Agriculture Department. The Agriculture Department has an aquatic management office, which has jurisdiction over all aquatic-related institutions in the province. Old Gu's cousin is a friend of the director of the aquatic management office, but in reality, she is his mistress."

Fang Tianfeng suddenly understood and said, "No wonder he has the confidence. However, is the director of the aquatic management office a high-ranking official? Can he compare to the chief of the city police department?"

Xiao Tao immediately said, "Normally, the provincial Agriculture Department's aquatic management office is on par with the city police department, but in terms of actual power and status, the police department is much stronger. However, for a commoner like me, the director of the aquatic management office is a high-ranking official. His word can determine the ranking of arowanas. The director also participates in the arowana competition, not as a judge but as a guest invited by the organizers, probably an arowana enthusiast."

Fang Tianfeng thought for a long time and said, "Thank you, I know."

"No need to thank me, no need to thank me." Xiao Tao said happily.

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