7. Businessperson

Everything was accomplished in a single encounter, as Zhu Tong led Qin Miao into the Chanel haute couture store, where the presence of the overweight individual was undoubtedly inappropriate for the occasion

Qin Miao, like other girls, has almost no resistance to romance and fashion. After receiving praise from Zhu Tong, especially being called "girlfriend," she felt as if she were floating in the clouds; touching this outfit, which is considered exorbitantly priced for her, made her so happy that her eyes could almost overflow with tears

After Zhu Tong returned to the hotel lobby, he dialed Huang Hai's number; it was not that he had forgotten the way to Su Juan's house. As a competent con artist, he possessed a good memory and sense of direction. Any place he had visited once would be deeply etched in his mind. The address he provided to the taxi driver was the residential community where Su Juan lived. It was only when passing by this hotel that he realized Huang Hai's identity as a police officer, who would have a professional sensitivity to any unreasonable phenomena. Zhu Tong immediately got out of the car and waited in the hotel lobby. The address he provided to the taxi driver was the residential community where Su Juan lived. It was only when passing by this hotel that he realized Huang Hai's identity as a police officer, who would have a professional sensitivity to any unreasonable phenomena. Zhu Tong immediately got out of the car and waited in the hotel lobby

Under the autumn sun, the crowds on Nanjing Road are bustling, yet Zhu Tong feels a chill throughout his body, surrounded by an expanse of emptiness

From the core, Zhu Tong does not quite recognize that women possess too much of the aura of the martial world

His relationship with the Second Senior Brother has been close recently, but they only meet once every six months to a year

Could you please go back first? I have a few things to attend to, and I will call you in the evening

Zhu Tong nodded, silencing Qin Miao's protests: "You treat me to a meal, and I give you clothes in return. This is quite reasonable. Who wouldn't want their girlfriend to look beautiful?"

Qin Miao patted Zhu Tong's shoulder: "Hi! Li Xiang, what are you thinking about? Look, how is it?" Zhu Tong withdrew his thoughts and looked at the girl spinning in front of him.

Zhu Tong does not like this feeling, and stands up to say that she wants to see the room where she lives

The fat man finished speaking and left, leaving behind two sinister laughs

Huang Hai was still on duty. Upon receiving a call from Zhu Tong, he immediately drove to the hotel, apologizing for not having hosted Zhu Tong for lunch while leading him to the car

Therefore, Zhu Tong never discusses detailed issues with Yan Zi; this is also one of the reasons for the estrangement between the two.

Do you know who I am

This is a very good excuse; sometimes, the root cause of illness lies in those inconspicuous places

Undeniably, during the two years spent with Yanzi, Zhu Tong had entertained the thought of starting a family; Yanzi was an excellent partner both in bed and in business. However, Yanzi's greed dissuaded Zhu Tong from this idea; after becoming familiar with Zhu Tong's business methods, the women of the Chuanbei aristocracy began to admire him wholeheartedly, even praising Zhu Tong as a wise expert.

The police car quickly arrived at the building where Su Juan lived. Huang Hai was still on duty and called Ye Er to come down to welcome Zhu Tong, mentioning that he would come by in the evening to have dinner with him, and then left without going upstairs

Nanjing Road may be the most densely populated area in Shanghai, where there are many people, and naturally, there is more money, leading to the highest number of pickpockets.

Who could it be? When Zhu Tong was with his master, he had little contact with the people of the martial world; in recent years, he had become accustomed to being solitary. Moreover, he enjoyed a lavish and comfortable lifestyle, frequenting places that were generally avoided by the common practitioners of the martial arts. Additionally, Zhu Tong had a very faint concept of the martial world and did not think there was anything wrong with his way of living. However, he did not expect that the martial world would not let him go, and eventually, someone came to seek him out.

However, the title of the "Thousand-Faced Lone Wolf" does not appear without reason; there must be someone behind the scenes causing trouble. The lone wolf symbolizes ferocity and greed, and someone intends to destroy him

"Very good, wearing this outfit, you are more of a princess than a princess herself." Zhu Tong applauded in praise and gently placed a light kiss on Qin Miao's face; taking advantage of her intoxication, surprise, and shyness, he took out a credit card and handed it to the shop assistant: "We will take it, no need for a discount."

Chanel's brand represents the romantic, luxurious, and elegant French style. This set of lady's attire is perfectly suited for Qin Miao, leaving Zhu Tong with a refreshing impression. Yan Zi's wildness is too pronounced; although she also owns several Chanel pieces, she cannot exude the pure charm that Qin Miao possesses.

Leaving the pedestrian street, Zhu Tong took a taxi to send Qin Miao back to the Ocean Medical College, and along the way, the two naturally held hands.

I will wait for your call. You also need to take care of your injury and remember to go to the hospital for a dressing change. Qin Miao obediently responded and walked in with her head down

He had heard of the title "The Thousand-Faced Lone Wolf," but never imagined it would be associated with himself. If what the fat man said was true, it would prove that his previous conduct had attracted the attention, and even jealousy, of some people.

Not long after, Zhu Tong saw the fat man on the train. He exchanged glances with Zhu Tong, offering a mysterious smile, and tapped his left index finger three times on his chest.

This proves two things: first, the behavior of the other party on the train was not accidental; it was to test whether one is that elusive lone wolf; second, they are not clear about the content of Zhu Tong's "business" this time. If they were aware, they would have directly followed Qingmei instead of Qin Miao

For these years, Zhu Tong has been running his "business" alone, and he has had little interaction with the senior brothers in this field. He is even less inclined to concern himself with the rogue thieves under the Fourth-Rank Red Fire. He immediately shook his head gently at the fat man, then slid two fingers from the corner of his mouth upward to adjust his glasses.

I do not know how I ended up following you. I have long admired the name of the Thousand-Faced Lone Wolf. I recognized you on the train; do not think that having a police friend makes you impressive. Who hasn't fed a few dogs at home?

At that time, the loyalty of Yanzi was undoubtedly unquestionable, but he violated the last three precepts. From Yanzi, Zhu Tong once again experienced the wisdom of his master.

Er Shixiong is a straightforward person. After leaving his sect, he has been wandering in famous mountains and rivers under the guise of a Taoist priest or monk, traveling to various tourist spots like a migratory bird with the changing seasons. His approach involves contracting temples and Taoist monasteries; sometimes he treats patients, and at other times he engages in supernatural antics. His main source of income comes from selling talismans for exorcism. He has a group of disciples under him, and in recent years, his business has been quite successful, so he is unlikely to interfere in matters on my side.

Without money, one cannot engage in significant business; without the ability to manage substantial enterprises, it is impossible to even find opportunities for business. What Zhu Tong takes pride in is that most of those who have done "business" with him do not harbor resentment towards him, and two of them have even become friends with him through literature.

Zhu Tong politely invited, "Have a few sips of tea; the leaves during the day show no signs of illness, like a delicate lilac flower, quiet and elegant." Since their first meeting, Zhu Tong had not dared to look directly into those innocent big eyes. Just like yesterday, the little trickster felt immense pressure; tongue-tied and at a loss, he could hardly speak.

What she would consider, for the deceiver, is to leave some room for the future

In terms of seniority, Zhu Tong is on the same level as the leader of Honghuo. His second senior brother, after being expelled from the sect by their master, has made quite a name for himself in the martial world and seems to be closely associated with the Honghuo Sect; this is why he is so assertive. This matter has truly escalated, and it is also the fault of the fat ones.

After Yanzi left, Zhu Tong vaguely sensed the risk, which prompted him to hurriedly come to Shanghai to close the net; it now appears that the one most likely plotting against him from behind is this former accomplice.

Regardless of its reasonableness, this is a justification that does not embarrass the girl

People tend to place their hopes for success in the respect others have for certain ideals or even beliefs when they find it difficult to assess the situation. The words of the old conman serve as a reminder to Zhu Tong: it is time to leave Shanghai immediately and sever ties with this "business"

However, when the smoker was exposed to a broader world, he repeatedly urged Zhu Tong to expand the scope of their "business." At that time, the two were engaged in a delicate operation, and Zhu Tong momentarily lost his composure, leading to a cross-border "business" deal in Shenyang. That deal was successful, yielding them 800,000, but the process was indeed perilous, and the consequences were severe. To this day, Zhu Tong does not dare to set foot in Liaoning.

"Two sets, sir?" The female shop assistant, well-trained, also asked softly

Qin Miao did not refuse, her soft palms were damp and slightly trembling. Zhu Tong optimistically estimated that the girl who was soft against him was probably still a virgin.

The target of that "business" was chosen by Yan Zi, a successful CEO of a real estate company; after Yan Zi disguised herself as a clerk and infiltrated, she installed multiple listening devices in the CEO's office and home. Those three months were the most tense period for Zhu Tong, while Yan Zi displayed abundant energy, seemingly enjoying the thrilling and dangerous experiences.

After the incident, Yanzi was still unaware of the dangers involved and blamed Zhu Tong for being overly cautious, resulting in a loss of eight hundred thousand. She did not realize how perilous her situation had been, and Zhu Tong did not disclose the crucial details to her; for at that time, the little con artist had already made up her mind to part ways with her.

The fat man did not expect Zhu Tong to have such an attitude. After hesitating for a moment, he said: "Someone asked me to convey a message to you: business should be done by everyone together; if one person eats alone, there is a risk of capsizing."

After spending half the afternoon, Qin Miao had already replaced Dr. Li with Li Xiang, the distance was closing in, but it was still not close enough

As soon as Qin Miao entered, Zhu Tong made an excuse to buy cigarettes and quickly left the fashion store, slowly approaching the plump man who was lingering not far away

On the way back, the taxi weaved through the traffic; Zhu Tong paid no attention to the speed of the car, his thoughts already drifting to the outside world. He was contemplating the current situation with the books: if it truly was Yanzi causing trouble behind the scenes, should they proceed with this "business" in Shanghai or not

The old swindler said: "A 'big businessman' is the highest realm of a con artist, requiring mastery of many skills and a certain amount of capital

The old trickster once said that having an assistant is beneficial, but engaging in this business is akin to snatching food from the edge of a knife, thus making prompt decisions is essential; therefore, the prerequisite for an assistant is absolute loyalty, they must not be too clever, nor too greedy, and certainly must not act on their own initiative

Qin Miao, not bad, the other party is following Qin Miao; the fat man found himself next to Qin Miao. Zhu Tong's heart brightened, as he had taken a police car with Ye Er after getting off the train yesterday. The fat man and his group definitely could not keep up with the police car, nor would they dare to follow it; hence, they chose to track the three intern nurses.

Do not drive people to a dead end, this is how the old conman teaches the young conman; the old conman also said: there is no reasoning with women and greedy individuals

After receiving the benefits he is entitled to, Zhu Tong will point out the flaws that the other party should pay attention to, teaching them how to conceal and hide illicit funds; in a certain sense, Zhu Tong resembles a prosecutor or consultant, and under his guidance, the likelihood of those deans encountering problems is significantly reduced

In the modern world of the Jianghu, is there still a sense of righteousness and chivalry? If it can be said that people in the past valued the principles of the Jianghu, today's Jianghu is much like contemporary society, filled with money and self-interest; deep walls have been erected between individuals and factions, with only profit serving as the sole bridge. This is also the reason why Zhu Tong insists on conducting business alone.

This is a heavy blow. After receiving the Chanel items, matching shoes, perfumes, and the like became a natural expectation. This time, watches and jewelry were not included, as Zhu Tong was concerned about frightening this doe-like girl.

The thoughts of Yan Zi are focused on marriage, which has crossed the bottom line for Zhu Tong

After receiving the master's lesson, Zhu Tong firmly resolved not to start a family; in the face of Yan Zi's tears, Zhu Tong handed over a credit card: "There is one million inside, which is what you deserve for the past two years; I mentioned from the beginning that our relationship is one of cooperation, and I do not wish to have any attachments, as that would be a path to self-destruction"

After careful consideration, Tongxin felt a heavy stone lift from his heart and decided to proceed with this business deal

When Zhu Tong returned to the fashion store, Qin Miao had already changed into a new outfit. The youthful girl looked stunning in anything she wore, as she proudly showcased the beauty of life by twisting her waist in front of him. Zhu Tong felt a bit better, smiling as he clapped his hands, encouraging her to try on another set.

The child wore a smile on his face, yet his heart was constantly filled with anxious contemplation

When not engaged in "business," Zhu Tong behaves like a student, mingling with various universities and participating in multiple training programs, spending most of his time studying. In fact, he is currently a finance major at a private university in Qingdao, and Zhu Tong's ambition is to become a "big businessman"

Yan Zi is a petite and exquisite beauty, with a quarter of Tibetan blood flowing through her veins, possessing the unique purity and straightforwardness characteristic of women from Sichuan. At that time, Zhu Tong was a typical backpacker, mingling among a group of hikers traversing the landscapes between Jiuzhaigou and Jianmen Pass; Yan Zi joined this travel group midway, and the two individuals from different worlds quickly understood each other's identities.

Zhu Tong put on his glasses, spoke in a strong Shandong dialect, and said: "The current world is different from the past. Whoever has money is the boss. Don't think that just because you are a fourth-grade official, I will be afraid of you. If you continue to follow me, be careful that I will find friends to cut off your financial resources. I have some friends in the railway, and I have friends in Shanghai as well. Since ancient times, evil has never triumphed over righteousness. Do you want to fight against the police?"

Half a month ago, Yanzi suddenly wanted to go home and requested Tong to accompany him back.

However, if this is truly the case, then more than six months of effort would be in vain, along with the anticipated profit of approximately two million. Wang Juefei is a greedy individual; he holds a medical doctor's degree and is a renowned expert in marine diseases. His position at the Marine Hospital is exalted and unrestrained, and he shows no regard for receiving kickbacks from pharmaceutical companies. Zhu Tong has roughly calculated that during Wang Juefei's five-year tenure as the director of the Marine Hospital, he has at least received twenty million in illicit funds. Wang Juefei is a greedy individual; he holds a medical doctor's degree and is a renowned expert in marine diseases. His position at the Marine Hospital is exalted and unrestrained, and he shows no regard for receiving kickbacks from pharmaceutical companies. Zhu Tong has roughly calculated that during Wang Juefei's five-year tenure as the director of the Marine Hospital, he has at least received twenty million in illicit funds

This gesture means: everyone keeps to their own business, each eats their own food, and there is no need to interact with one another

Girls like Qin Miao still focus on the pursuit of clothing that is trendy yet affordable; they are only likely to visit Chanel boutiques during sales. This time, Zhu Tong did not remain silent. Under the guidance of a well-trained staff member, she selected two outfits that matched Qin Miao's age and figure, prompting the somewhat surprised girl to try them on in the fitting room

At the final moment, Zhu Tong still sensed danger and decisively left Shenyang to rendezvous with Yan Zi in Jinzhou. Shortly after Yan Zi's arrival, Zhu Tong tampered with the computer in the finance department of the real estate company. Ultimately, it was not the information in Yan Zi's possession that forced the other party to yield, but rather a set of bank data held by Zhu Tong. This data was something Zhu Tong was also learning about, and Yan Zi was even less aware of its significance.

The current practices of the Seven-Rank Zhu Sect still bear some semblance of chivalric values, yet in the generation of Zhu Tong, there is not even a leader. The old trickster's few disciples ponder: perhaps the old trickster has seen through everything and intentionally left this dilemma to pass with him; perhaps he deliberately intends for the Zhu Sect to withdraw from the ranks of the Eight-Rank Jianghu.

Certainly, in order to eliminate costs, during negotiations, Zhu Tong will clearly explain everything to the other party, ensuring that it is reasonable and well-founded. In any business, there must be capital; in Zhu Men, the meaning of capital has two aspects: one refers to the initial material investment, and the other pertains to vision and experience

In the world of rivers and lakes, there will always be storms and rain; the little trickster does not consider himself a fool who cannot withstand the trials of adversity

Pressing too hard can lead to failure; this is also the experience of seasoned con artists, yet it has been elevated by lesser tricksters to deal with young girls

Zhu Tong conducts only one or two transactions each year, and he usually resides in Qingdao and Dalian, where he rents accommodations in both places

The first to get into trouble was the tracker. The fourth-grade red fire was itself a thief, and its behavioral characteristics were too obvious, leading local pickpockets to believe it was a competitor crossing the line. After following for several hundred meters, it was taken to a corner by two individuals.

Yan Zi hails from the fifth rank of the Eight Factions of the Jianghu, originally from a family of water merchants in Northern Sichuan. They were previously involved in the smuggling of salt, and even now, they continue to engage in the same trade.

Su Juan was resting at home when she saw Zhu Tong enter. She poked her head out from the kitchen and said that she wanted to prepare an authentic Suzhou meal to thank Zhu Tong, her lifesaver

Zhu Tong escorted Qin Miao to the school gate, bringing this meeting to a conclusion

The female clerk at the fashion store looked at Qin Miao with envy as she brought over a glass of water, her eyes able to discern who the buyer was

The acquaintance with Yanzi was purely coincidental. Two years ago, after Zhu Tong completed a "business" deal, he traveled to northern Sichuan, partly to relax and experience the charm of Sichuan beauties, and partly to avoid trouble. Zhu Tong greatly respected the lifelong experience of the old conman, who never got into trouble: after completing a "business" deal, regardless of success or failure, one must immediately retreat far away.

The first batch of individuals suspected by Zhu Tong includes his two senior brothers. The eldest senior brother made a mistake in Chongqing two years ago and was sentenced to six years in prison, where he is currently serving his sentence. He should not be capable of doing such a thing to himself

Zhu Tong has mastered some simple techniques of disguise, yet he never transforms into another person. He believes that the "business" he conducts does not require much concealment, even though he never takes photographs.

After getting to know Yanzi, Zhu Tong and Yanzi spent a sweet period of time together in Dalian. Collaborating with each other was certainly more convenient than being alone. Over the course of two years, they completed three significant "business" deals, and their studies were interrupted. Yanzi was always worried that Zhu Tong would meet other women in the school and training classes filled with beautiful girls.

Although pickpockets are not valued by the sects of the martial world, this is their territory. Whether it is Zhu Tong or the followers behind him, they will not easily provoke them

Zhu Tongjia, wearing glasses, presented a refined appearance, and the attire he wore was quite valuable. It wasn't long before a petty thief followed him.

They possess a remarkable skill for transporting salt over water, which they had long kept under wraps. After the government implemented a monopoly on the salt industry, the fifth-grade Qingyang has once again become active in the world.

Clearly, Qin Miao is unwilling to end the relationship just like that. However, Zhu Tong has made plans with Huang Hai to visit Su Juan's home, and he is facing danger, intending to use Huang Hai's identity as a shield at certain times. Qin Miao also needs to take this opportunity to process the provocation left by Zhu Tong. When they meet in the evening, her attitude will undergo a change.

The northern region of Sichuan is rich in salt mines; whenever the opportunity arises, the Qingyang Company will surely resume its old business.

If it were not for the two senior brothers, the problem might lie with Yan Zi; the old trickster said that women are fickle creatures and also predicted that Zhu Tong would eventually fall into the hands of a woman. The old trickster said: although you appear to have a heart as cold as iron, that is due to never having experienced emotions; if you encounter a femme fatale, this path in the martial world will come to an end.

This is a warning, as well as a gesture of coercion for a meeting. The time is 3:00, and the location is in the alley behind the fat man.

Choosing one out of five is one of the guiding principles of Zhu Men; this is a figure lower than taxes, a number that does not cause most business entities to feel pain, yet it is a figure that leaves the smokers dissatisfied, as they believe that at least half should be collected