"This brandy is fake!"
Qin Chuan's words caused the once enthusiastic atmosphere to suddenly freeze, as if time had stopped.
Qi Chao, Zhang Bingshan, Boss Ge, and even Qin Yang and Qin Gang, who were happily chatting and laughing, were all stunned.
"Brother Qin Chuan, you..."
Qi Chao opened his mouth to speak, seemingly wanting to say something, but heard Qin Chuan continue, "Don't doubt me, I've drunk no less than eight hundred bottles of foreign wine, and I can tell fake from real with just one sip!"
"The bottle we're drinking now is definitely fake!"
Qin Chuan was very certain.
"Tonight, I'm treating my brothers to some entertainment. It was supposed to be a happy occasion, but I spent money and ended up drinking fake wine. If this gets out, won't it be embarrassing for me!"
"Brothers, do you think I'm right? Isn't that the case?"
Qi Chao, Zhang Bingshan, and Boss Ge all nodded, and at the same time, a sense of anger rose in their hearts.
Just now, the three of them had praised how good this so-called brandy was, and how strong it was. They didn't expect it to be fake, which made them feel very unhappy and embarrassed.
At the same time, as part of the elite circle in Yongnan County, they were also aware of the various tricks played in the Sunny Day Dance Hall.
"Han Shifei is too much. He sells fake wine without even considering who he's selling to, damn it!!"
Zhang Bingshan cursed in a low voice, then slammed the table forcefully and shouted, "Waiter, come here!"
"Manager Zhang, Boss Ge, and Editor-in-Chief Qi, do you need anything?"
A bald young man ran over, smiling ingratiatingly. He was clearly a slick operator and had already noticed this table of VIP guests.
"Oh, I wonder who it is, so it's Baldy. Are you on duty today?"
Zhang Bingshan said indifferently when he saw the person approaching.
The bald man, called Baldy, immediately nodded, "Yes! Yes! It happens to be my turn to be on duty today. I just arrived. I was even planning to find you three brothers to toast!"
"Baldy!"
At this moment, Boss Ge spoke, "We're all acquaintances, so let's not beat around the bush!"
"We know what you sell in your dance hall, but you should consider who you're selling to, shouldn't you?"
"Selling fake wine to us, isn't that a bit too much?"
Boss Ge pointed at the two bottles of brandy on the table with a cold expression.
The others also crossed their arms, looking annoyed.
Baldy was stunned upon hearing this. "That's impossible. Even if I wasn't here, everyone here should know you. How could such a foolish mistake happen!"
As he spoke, he picked up the opened bottle of brandy on the table.
Qin Chuan sat to the side, also observing this person called Baldy. This bald man was quite adept at handling situations; he was interesting.
"Third brother, this Baldy is Han Wangye's most capable subordinate, one of his trusted men!"
At this moment, Qin Gang's voice suddenly came to his ears. Qin Chuan's eyes flickered.
"Brother Baldy, I wonder if Han Wangye is here tonight. I have some business to discuss with him!"
Qin Chuan spoke.
Baldy, who was examining the brandy, looked at Qin Chuan with confusion, "Who are you..."
"My name is Qin Chuan. I'm planning to develop a piece of land in the county town recently, and I heard that Han Wangye operates a sand quarry. So, while I'm here to have fun tonight, I'd also like to meet Han Wangye and discuss a small business!"
Qin Chuan introduced himself. "If Brother Baldy doesn't believe me, you can ask Manager Zhang and Boss Ge!"
"Baldy, Brother Qin Chuan is indeed in real estate, and he's a rare major client!"
"Do you know about the nouveau riche developer who's been causing a stir in Huangjia Village recently? That's Brother Qin Chuan's masterpiece!"
Zhang Bingshan and Boss Ge spoke in succession.
Baldy's eyes finally brightened at this moment. He quickly put down the brandy in his hand, eagerly stepped forward, and clasped Qin Chuan's hands. "Oh, so it's Boss Qin!!"
"I'm truly sorry! I'm truly sorry!"
"For a distinguished guest like you, we failed to recognize you. We are truly apologetic!"
"It's alright, we know each other now!"
Qin Chuan smiled and patted Baldy's hand heartily.
"Haha, Boss Qin is so eloquent!"
"Gentlemen, please wait a moment. I'll get you new wine right away! I'm so sorry, it must have been one of my subordinates who mixed them up!"
Baldy said quickly, then picked up two bottles of wine and left.
After Baldy left, Zhang Bingshan suddenly spat fiercely on the ground. "Damn it, these people are so greedy they've gone blind, they even dare to cheat me!"
"If it weren't for Brother Qin Chuan today, we old fellows would have been fooled by them!"
"Scumbags!!"
"Just wait, Han Shifei should be here soon..."
Just as Zhang Bingshan predicted, Han Shifei did arrive, and very quickly, in less than ten minutes.
It was Qin Chuan's first time seeing this influential figure in the county. He was of medium height, slightly plump, with a very good complexion, dressed in a Zhongshan suit, and exuded an air of integrity.
If he hadn't known the truth, it would have been hard to imagine that this middle-aged man with a righteous demeanor was actually the famous Han Wangye, the biggest underworld figure in Yongnan County.
This scene was very much like the ultimate villains on television in later generations; the more righteous they appeared, the more vicious they were, their schemes and depths immeasurable.
Beside Han Shifei was a woman dressed provocatively. She had big wavy permed hair, fiery red lips, and a great figure.
As she walked, her hips swayed rhythmically, and her entrance instantly outshone all the other women in the dance hall, drawing the gaze of many young men.
The woman seemed to enjoy being the center of attention, her hips swaying more exaggeratedly.
"Boss Han, we've come to your territory as guests, and yet you, the host, only show up now. You're getting more and more full of yourself, aren't you!"
Upon seeing Han Shifei, Zhang Bingshan was the first to speak.
Among the group present, despite everyone being a boss, there were still distinctions in status. As the factory director of a brick and tile factory, Zhang Bingshan's position was clearly higher, followed by Boss Ge, and then Qi Chao.
"Hahaha!!!"
"Brother Zhang is still so straightforward, coming at me as soon as you arrive!"
Han Shifei laughed heartily and enthusiastically stepped forward to shake hands with everyone one by one. As for the woman, she went upstairs.
When it was Qin Chuan's turn, Han Shifei sized him up with great interest. "You are the Boss Qin that my subordinates mentioned. I never expected that at such a young age, you would have such great influence. You are truly a formidable young man!"
"Boss Han is too kind!"
"I'm just trying to make a living and earn some hard-earned money!"
Qin Chuan smiled, his attitude neither humble nor arrogant.
"Everyone, please sit, sit!!"
"I heard from my subordinates that they have no eyes and made a mistake with the wine. I'm truly sorry!"
"Tonight's meal is on me. All the bosses must drink to their heart's content and have a great time!"
Han Shifei enthusiastically welcomed everyone.
Admittedly, he was indeed a prominent figure. His way of speaking and his methods of handling incidents were very approachable. In just a few words, he not only resolved the previous conflict but also brought everyone closer together.
After several rounds of drinks, everyone's faces were flushed. Han Shifei finally asked Qin Chuan, "I heard that Boss Qin is the owner of the development project near Huangjia Village. Are you looking for me to get some sand this time?"