Ah Fei's girlfriend, Hu Yuanyuan, her eyes darting around curiously, was even more intrigued by Xie Sui. He was about the same age as Ah Fei, so how could he afford to stay in such an expensive hotel?
She'd heard he was from the mainland, with no background, a self-made man. Truly not simple!
In comparison, her own boyfriend wasn't as outstanding. He made money, sure, but who knew when an accident might happen and he'd be gone forever?
After finishing his meal, Xie Sui signaled the waiter to clear the table. He invited Ah Fei to sit on the sofa and got straight to the point. "I'm from the mainland, as you know. I need someone who knows Hong Kong City well, can handle themselves a bit, and can work for me. If you're willing to join me, the base salary is a thousand a month, with bonuses to be decided.
"It might not earn as much as racing, but it's stable. Think it over. If you're willing, you can start today."
Ah Fei immediately replied, "I'm willing, Brother Xie. It's my honor to work for you."
Xie Sui smiled and extended his hand for a handshake. "No need to say that. If you work diligently for me, I won't treat you poorly."
"Definitely, Brother Xie. My girlfriend, Ah Yuan, and I are planning to get engaged. It's all thanks to you saving me that we have this future. Ah Yuan wants to thank you personally."
Hu Yuanyuan extended her delicate fingers and said softly, "Can I call you Brother Xie? I've heard Ah Fei talk about you. Thank you for helping him, which is also helping me."
Xie Sui shook her hand. Her little finger tickled his palm, making him stiffen slightly. What was this Hu Yuanyuan up to?
Maintaining a calm expression, he said, "It was just a small thing, no need to be so polite. Ah Fei, see your girlfriend out, get ready, and come to work tomorrow. I have to go to the exchange today and don't have anything else for now.
"I'll attend your wedding banquet. Congratulations in advance."
"Okay, Brother Xie. I'll be here early tomorrow morning."
"Good. Buy a couple of decent outfits, I'll reimburse you."
If he was going to be his driver, he couldn't be shabbily dressed. Appearance mattered. Xie Sui intended to cultivate Ah Fei not just as a driver but also as an assistant, so he didn't mind offering a few more pointers.
Ah Yuan's eyes lit up. "Thank you so much, Brother Xie. Ah Fei is so lucky to have a boss like you."
Ah Fei said foolishly, "Yes, I'm really lucky. Let's go, we won't disturb Brother Xie anymore."
Xie Sui saw them out, not looking at Hu Yuanyuan once, which left her feeling a little disappointed and unable to fathom Xie Sui's intentions.
He went to the exchange in the morning to adjust his stock portfolio. Du Feiyang's assets had now exceeded a hundred million. Based on the commission, Xie Sui was entitled to fifteen million. He wondered if Du Feiyang would readily pay up.
Coincidentally, Du Feiyang called to invite him to lunch and discuss last night's events. Xie Sui had already bought a mobile phone, which his bodyguard carried for him, giving him an air of importance.
Upon arriving at the hotel, Du Feiyang and He Mengchao were already there. They embraced him like brothers. "My dear brother, no words can express our gratitude. From now on, you're our real brother."
Xie Sui smiled and said, "I'd rather be your dad!"
"Get lost! Trying to take advantage of us!"
The two bantered playfully before sitting down to talk.
"We've investigated last night's incident. It was that Ah Hao's doing. He saw we ruined his race and secretly sought revenge on us."
Xie Sui frowned. "It was him? That guy really has a small mind. Racing has its winners and losers. Using such despicable means to win a race, that person is simply wicked!"
"Evil will be rewarded. He'll never see the outside of prison in this lifetime. If I didn't want him to suffer a fate worse than death, I would have tied him up and thrown him into the sea long ago," Du Feiyang said fiercely. He had almost died at the hands of a nobody. His and He Mengchao's lives were at stake. This guy was truly audacious.
Xie Sui raised his glass to them. "This whole thing started because of me. I toast you both, and also to our miraculous survival!"
"Don't say that. He tampered with my car; it was a direct insult to me. You were just caught in the crossfire."
He Mengchao also chimed in, "Exactly. I find this matter suspicious. Even with all the courage in the world, Ah Hao wouldn't dare harm us. I don't think we should let it go at that. Perhaps he was acting under someone's orders?"
Du Feiyang said, "You're right. I'll have people in prison 'take care' of him, make him confess."
Xie Sui added, "We also need to guard against someone silencing him. Only the dead can keep secrets."
Du Feiyang once again admired Xie Sui. "Brother, I don't think you're like someone from the mainland at all. You have more experience than us!"
Xie Sui replied, "I told you, don't discriminate against mainlanders. Our next step is to expand into the mainland. Shenzhen is in a golden period of rapid development. If you want to make big money, go to Shenzhen. Trust me, you'll eventually look down on the little money you have back home."
"Haha, we trust Brother Xie."
They still didn't believe him. Xie Sui didn't mind; facts would speak for themselves.
They ate, drank, and chatted about gossip. Before Xie Sui could even mention the profit sharing, the private room door opened, and a young man entered. "Young Master Du, Young Master He, I heard you were here. I came specially to toast you. Thank you for patronizing my establishment."
Du Feiyang introduced Xie Sui to the newcomer. "This is my brother, Xie Sui, the 'little stock god.' Ah Sui, this is the young master of this hotel, Mr. Tang, Tang Ling.
"This guy is lucky. He's an only son, unlike me, with so many siblings. Who knows if I'll even get a share of the family fortune. He's the one truly born with a silver spoon in his mouth."
Tang Ling laughed heartily. "Young Master Du, you're just making fun of me. My family's business is less than a tenth of the Du family's. Mr. Xie, I've heard your name before. I didn't expect you to be so young. Today, I'll be the host."
"No, if you treat us, we'll bankrupt you. If you want to treat, charter a yacht, and we'll take Ah Sui out to sea for some fun."
It was someone's hotel business, and they couldn't let him pay for everything. Young Master Du wasn't lacking in money.
Tang Ling readily agreed. "Alright, Sunday. I've invited Miss Guan. We'll have a good time."
Xie Sui's eyes widened. "But Miss Guan Zhizhi, that big star?"
"Yes, her. Do you know her?"
Xie Sui waved his hand. "How could I know her? She's a goddess, my favorite celebrity."
"I'll have her toast you then."
Xie Sui sighed. His biggest impression of Hong Kong City, besides the rampant underworld, was the countless natural beauties. They were truly the pinnacle of pure allure. Years later, it was hard to find such high-quality beauties, only a sea of plastic surgery faces.
After Xie Sui made his fortune, these goddesses were either taken or had retired. He missed his chance to spark anything with them. In this life, he had the opportunity, but thinking of Lin Wanyuan, his restless male desires immediately extinguished.
Tang Ling looked at his expression and gave a knowing smile. This mainland guy seemed to like beautiful women.