"Old Huang, I recently got wind that someone is investigating us. Do you think that brat Shao Junjie suspects us?"
In the hotel suite, Wu Liancheng looked at Huang Peter opposite him, his face etched with worry.
It was no wonder Wu Liancheng was concerned. They were slowly luring Shao Junjie into a trap, so they had to be extremely careful. Moreover, this incident happening at such a crucial juncture.
"Old Wu, I told you before, in our line of work, it's all about brains and boldness. Don't panic, understand? Besides, how do you know it's Shao Junjie investigating us?"
Huang Peter's expression flickered slightly upon hearing someone was investigating him, but he quickly regained his composure.
Being investigated was rare, but not unprecedented.
Sometimes, the targets Huang Peter chose were cautious and would secretly find people to investigate him.
On one occasion, while Huang Peter was executing his plan, he actually encountered someone he had previously ruined.
Huang Peter, however, managed to handle the situation with his presence of mind.
This current matter barely caused a ripple in his heart.
*Knock, knock, knock.*
Just then, there was a knock on the door.
"Come in."
As Wu Liancheng instinctively turned around, Huang Peter had already spoken.
The door was opened from the outside, and Shao Junjie walked in.
Speak of the devil, it's him. How coincidental is that?
Wu Liancheng immediately became nervous.
"Ajie, I didn't expect you to come so soon. Come, come, sit down quickly."
Huang Peter, however, paid no attention to Wu Liancheng's reaction and cheerfully greeted Shao Junjie.
Shao Junjie, who had just entered, walked briskly to the sofa, nodded to Wu Liancheng first, and said, "Brother Huang, what a coincidence, you're here too. I hope my sudden arrival isn't disturbing you?"
"No, no."
Wu Liancheng forced a stiff smile and waved his hands, indicating it was fine.
This Old Huang is really something. If he had an appointment with Shao Junjie, why didn't he tell me?
As Wu Liancheng responded to Shao Junjie, he inwardly grumbled about Huang Peter.
Huang Peter, who was being complained about, showed no sign of discomfort. He patted Wu Liancheng and said, "Old Wu, I've got it handled. You go ahead and attend to your business."
"Alright, alright. I'll be going then. You two chat."
Wu Liancheng was just thinking about how to excuse himself when Huang Peter said that, which was exactly what he needed.
He stood up as he spoke, and by the time he finished, he was already near the door.
Shao Junjie found it a bit strange that Wu Liancheng was leaving so hastily. However, he was Huang Peter's friend, and he didn't know Wu Liancheng well, so he naturally didn't pry.
After Wu Liancheng left, Huang Peter walked to the open kitchen of the suite.
"Ajie, what would you like to drink?"
The open kitchen of the high-end suite wasn't for cooking, but rather a pantry stocked with a wine cabinet and a refrigerator, offering whatever guests might want.
However, all these items came with an additional charge.
"Thank you, Brother Huang. I drove here, so a cup of tea will be fine."
Huang Peter nodded, brewed a pot of tea inside, and brought it out.
"By the way, Ajie, you said you had something to discuss with me. What is it?"
Huang Peter was about to pour the tea, but Shao Junjie quickly took the teapot, filled the teacups on the coffee table, and handed one to him.
After taking the teacup, Huang Peter leaned back, resting his entire body against the high-end leather sofa.
"Brother Huang, it's like this. Do you remember when we met after you left the Lotus Pond Moonlight restaurant?"
Shao Junjie suddenly brought up the encounter during their previous meal.
Huang Peter let out an "Oh" and said he remembered.
But how did this relate to Shao Junjie coming to find him?
Huang Peter waited for Shao Junjie to continue.
"I had two friends with me that time. One of them heard about my collaboration with you on the jewelry store and insisted on getting involved. I clearly refused, but he insisted on meeting you personally to discuss it. Brother Huang, what do you think about this?"
Actually, Shao Junjie was a bit apprehensive about coming this time.
He felt truly embarrassed.
Not long ago, Gong Chengbin had approached him, wanting to collaborate on a jewelry store.
Shao Junjie found it strange. Gong Chengbin's own beauty products company was doing quite well, so why was he suddenly interested in the jewelry business with Shao Junjie?
However, Shao Junjie had already started collaborating with Huang Peter, investing all his money and energy into it, so he had to politely decline Gong Chengbin's offer.
To Shao Junjie's surprise, Gong Chengbin then offered to invest.
When Shao Junjie refused Gong Chengbin again, the man directly stated that if Shao Junjie was willing to cooperate with outsiders, was he looking down on him?
Gong Chengbin also said that Shao Junjie's earlier refusal to accept his money was because he didn't want their brotherhood to be tainted.
But now that Shao Junjie was willing to cooperate with others, there was no problem with him investing.
At worst, he could stay out of everything and just wait for year-end dividends.
After a series of arguments, Shao Junjie found it difficult to refuse him.
In the end, Shao Junjie could only use Huang Peter as a shield.
He explained that Huang Peter was also involved in this collaboration, and even if he agreed, Huang Peter might not, so he couldn't let Gong Chengbin join.
To his surprise, Gong Chengbin immediately stated that as long as Shao Junjie agreed, he would handle any issues with Huang Peter.
After much back and forth, Shao Junjie, unable to get rid of Gong Chengbin, reluctantly came to find Huang Peter.
After listening to Shao Junjie's words, Huang Peter smiled. "Ajie, firstly, I'm grateful that you respect my opinion so much. However, as I mentioned when we first collaborated, the reason I was willing to invest was because I valued your experience and character in the jewelry business. Now, to suddenly add another person, even if he's your friend, I don't know him at all, so..."
Huang Peter left the rest unsaid, but his meaning was clear.
Shao Junjie immediately looked embarrassed.
"I'm sorry, Brother Huang. I told him I couldn't, but he insisted I ask you. I'll make it clear to him now. Brother Huang, don't worry, our collaboration will proceed as usual, with no changes."
After the embarrassment, Shao Junjie then reassured Huang Peter.
Huang Peter put down his teacup and patted Shao Junjie on the shoulder with a smile. "Actually, I envy you for having such good friends. There's still a long way to go, and who knows what the future holds. Perhaps one day you'll have the opportunity to collaborate together."
Shao Junjie nodded.
The two then continued to discuss the jewelry store. The previous matter was like a minor interlude, and neither of them dwelled on it.