The old Zheng the two elders spoke of was one of the top leaders in Long Country today, and also Old Zheng's grandfather.
Hearing this, Old Zheng felt somewhat superfluous, unsure of what he could say.
"Old Zheng, don't be too nervous. This matter has nothing to do with you. Rest assured, one matter is one matter. Both we and Lin Xiao understand this clearly, right?" Long Zhu said to Old Zheng unhurriedly.
"Okay..."
Old Zheng was still trying his best to adjust his emotions.
For him, knowing about this matter was worse than never knowing it at all.
"Come, I'll contact Old Zheng."
As Long Zhu spoke, he dialed the phone.
"Old Zheng, how have you been lately..." After a period of pleasantries with Old Zheng on the phone, Long Zhu invited him over for lunch.
Meanwhile, Lin Xiao sat on the sofa, saying nothing.
Not long after, Old Zheng arrived.
Zheng Jianguo, an old man in his seventies, arrived at Long Zhu's villa.
Judging by his appearance, he looked much older than his years. Unlike Elder Zhou, he appeared to be in his prime, at most in his fifties.
His breath was long and steady, clearly indicating he had taken good care of himself.
"Jianguo, you've finally arrived." Elder Zhou greeted him, poured a cup of tea, and gestured for Zheng Jianguo to sit.
Lin Xiao was also present.
Upon entering, Zheng Jianguo's gaze swept over Lin Xiao and Old Zheng, his eyebrows raising slightly in surprise. He then smiled and sat down. "I didn't expect Lin Xiao and my boy to be here..."
He sat down, took a sip of tea, and continued with enjoyment, "Old Zhou, your tea-making skills are still the best, much better than this old man's... If I'm not mistaken, this tea must be the finest from Long Zhu's collection, right?"
"Naturally," Long Zhu laughed heartily. "If not for my tea, Old Zhou wouldn't have bothered to visit me. This old fellow is a classic example of not acting without a clear benefit."
A silence then fell upon everyone.
Lin Xiao kept his eyes fixed on Zheng Jianguo. After they had another cup of tea, Zheng Jianguo broke the silence. "Tell me, why have you suddenly called me here? I assume it's not just for lunch. The three of us have quite a bit on our plates."
"This matter requires you and Lin Xiao to have a good chat. Long Zhu and I are genuinely just here for a meal and some tea," Elder Zhou said, narrowing his eyes, having been observing Zheng Jianguo.
"Oh? The Dragon King has something to discuss with me?"
Zheng Jianguo looked at Lin Xiao with curiosity, as if he knew nothing.
At this moment, Old Zheng quickly stood up and excused himself, "My stomach hurts..."
"Go,"
Lin Xiao spoke before Long Zhu or Elder Zhou could.
Old Zheng's gaze flickered between Long Zhu and Elder Zhou, as if seeking their permission.
"Old Zheng, did you just have a bad stomach? Hurry along," Long Zhu said with a gentle smile.
With these words, Old Zheng left in a hurry.
At this point, Lin Xiao turned his attention to Zheng Jianguo and spoke, "Elder Zheng, I have a question I'd like to ask you."
"Please, don't hesitate. For Lin Xiao to seek my advice, this matter must be significant!" Zheng Jianguo chuckled, appearing quite proud.
"Elder Zheng, how have you been able to sleep these past few years?"