The Whale in the Mountains

Chapter 292 Unexpected Encounter with an Old Classmate

The one speaking was the woman named Niu Lili, who was Chen Xiao and Cao Dayong's university classmate.

"Oh, really? What a coincidence!" A thin and tall man next to Niu Lili revealed a surprised expression.

Another slightly chubby man said with a smile, "Let's go over. Since we've run into them, we should at least say hello."

These two men who came with Niu Lili were also their classmates.

The thin and tall one was Wang Dazhi, and the slightly chubby one was called Liu Qi.

They saw Chen Xiao and Cao Dayong, and naturally, Chen Xiao and Cao Dayong saw them too.

Out of consideration for their old classmate relationship, the two politely stood up to greet them.

However, in reality, Chen Xiao didn't have a good impression of these three.

Especially Niu Lili and Liu Qi, who were now a couple and already married.

Although Liu Qi's name contained the character "Qi" (奇), he had been unremarkable during his school days, with an extremely low profile.

But after graduating from university, his family's old house was relocated, and he received a large sum of compensation, instantly transforming him into a nouveau riche.

At the time, Niu Lili was already with Liu Qi, so she also benefited greatly, transforming from an ugly duckling into a swan.

Moreover, since Niu Lili had pursued Chen Xiao in university, but Chen Xiao hadn't agreed, this woman had always held a grudge and hadn't forgotten it even after many years of graduation.

During the last class reunion, she and Liu Qi had taken many opportunities to ridicule and belittle Chen Xiao, after all, Chen Xiao was only working in a small pharmacy at that time, without power, influence, or money.

As for Wang Dazhi, who was thin and tall, he was a despicable and shameless playboy back in university.

Relying on his height and good looks, he got many girls pregnant, but he would kick them away once he got bored, never taking responsibility.

One time, a girl he played with was Cao Dayong's distant cousin, and Cao Dayong had even fought him because of this, beating him until he cried for his parents.

But those were all old stories, gone with the wind… Now everyone had grown up, and Wang Dazhi looked decent, obviously doing well.

"I didn't expect to run into you here. Are you also planning to attend the class reunion? Coming back to find the feeling of the old days?"

Cao Dayong asked with a smile. Since switching to sales, his temper and personality had mellowed out a lot.

If this were in the past, he would never have taken the initiative to greet Wang Dazhi.

Wang Dazhi glanced at Cao Dayong with a sneer, completely ignoring him. Then he suddenly saw Wu Feier sitting next to Chen Xiao, and his face was filled with surprise.

"Oh, isn't this the school beauty Wu? How did you end up with these two?"

His voice was exaggerated and sarcastic, implying that Cao Dayong and Chen Xiao were not worthy of sitting with Wu Feier.

Wu Feier naturally recognized Wang Dazhi as well, because Wang Dazhi had pursued her a lot back then, and even when he had a girlfriend, he hadn't stopped harassing Wu Feier.

Wu Feier naturally had no good impression of this kind of person.

She said coldly, "I'm working with Chen Xiao now. After work, we came out for a meal together."

Hearing Wu Feier's words, Niu Lili immediately revealed a look of surprise.

"Working with Chen Xiao? Does that mean you also went to work at that small pharmacy? School beauty Wu, tsk tsk tsk, you're having a pretty miserable time now!"

Niu Lili's sense of superiority rose again. Even the former school beauty was having such a miserable time, while she had become someone superior.

It was simply a classic example of overtaking on a curve and a life of reverse!

Wu Feier didn't explain and said calmly, "I'm doing fine, I don't think it's miserable at all."

Niu Lili pursed her lips and rolled her eyes.

"Alright, as long as you're happy."

But Wang Dazhi's eyes lit up. Wu Feier was having such a miserable time now, didn't that mean his chance had come again!

At this time, Cao Dayong said, "Since we've run into each other, let's all sit down and have a few drinks. In the blink of an eye, it's been so many years since we've seen each other!"

Liu Qi glanced at Cao Dayong, and said with disdain, "No, Dazhi and I still have some business matters to discuss. It's not convenient to sit here."

However, as soon as he finished speaking, Wang Dazhi said, "Liu Qi, we're all old classmates, what's inconvenient about it? I think it's quite convenient. Let the waiter add some bowls and chopsticks, and bring two more cases of beer. Let's not go home until we're drunk tonight!"

As he spoke, Wang Dazhi plopped down next to Wu Feier, almost leaning against her.

Wu Feier frowned in disgust and moved closer to Chen Xiao.

When Liu Qi saw this scene, he immediately understood that Wang Dazhi's intentions were not just about drinking, so he quickly called the waiter to add some cutlery, and order more wine and dishes!

Before long, everyone was toasting and exchanging pleasantries. At the table, Wang Dazhi was eloquent, and seemed to be doing very well, talking about deals worth millions at every turn.

Liu Qi, who was on the side, was filled with admiration, hoping that Wang Dazhi could help him make a fortune.

After all, he now had millions of dollars lying in his bank account, but he was struggling to figure out how to use the money to make more money.

When old classmates chat, they naturally talk more about old classmates' affairs. As they talked, they touched on the topic of Long Yaoyang.

And everyone couldn't help but sigh and feel sorry for Long Yaoyang's death.

The dead are the greatest. They didn't know what Long Yaoyang had done during his lifetime, but after learning of Long Yaoyang's death, they all looked sad.

Chen Xiao watched this scene with cold eyes, took a sip of beer, and said nothing.

"Tell me, how could Brother Long be gone so suddenly at such a young age? The last time we met, he was still full of energy. Alas, life is really impermanent…"

Liu Qi shook his head and sighed.

At this time, Wang Dazhi lowered his voice and said mysteriously, "You all don't know, Long Yaoyang's death was because he offended a very powerful figure."

"Oh? What powerful figure is so amazing? I remember the Long family is very influential in Jiangcheng."

Liu Qi looked as if he knew everything, as if he had a clear understanding of the power structure of Jiangcheng.

Wang Dazhi snorted when he heard this.

"Hmph, the Long family? The Long family is nothing! Compared to that big shot, the Long family isn't even worthy of carrying his shoes! What's more, as far as I know, the Long family has already declined. Long Yaoyang's old man is dead, and his old mother is missing…"

Liu Qi looked surprised. Obviously, he had never heard of these secrets.

He couldn't help but ask, "Dazhi, aren't you doing well in Jiangkou City now? How do you know so much about Jiangcheng?"

Wang Dazhi said smugly, "What Jiangcheng Jiangkou, only the most ordinary people will only stare at their own small piece of land. Liu Qi, you're considered a rich man now, you need to broaden your horizons!"

Liu Qi scratched his head and said embarrassedly, "Yes, yes, you're right, Dazhi. You have to take me out to see the world more often in the future."

Wang Dazhi smiled slightly, a hint of contempt in his eyes. A bumpkin is a bumpkin. What's the use of taking you to see the world no matter how much you see?

Although he thought so in his heart, he said, "That's natural, but back to the Long family, do you know who the big shot who killed Long Yaoyang is?"