After that day, Li Fuguang went back several more times.
But he never saw Su Qing, and no one told her that bodyguards had been posted outside to chase the man away if they saw him.
When Li Fuguang saw the Jiang family's bodyguards, he knew he wasn't just clashing with that Jiang family member.
He was clashing with the entire Jiang family.
So, Li Fuguang chose not to look for Su Qing and Jiang Sui, but instead went directly to Jiang Chenghua.
They were both examples of impoverished young men who rose to prominence, but Jiang Chenghua was luckier, marrying the daughter of the Mei family. Although the Mei family wasn't in business, their prestige was still feared throughout Jiangcheng.
After all, each of them was a cultural giant.
No one would normally want to mess with such a culturally savvy person.
Li Fuguang had always believed that Jiang Chenghua's success was inseparable from the Mei family. So, while both of them could be considered impoverished young men who had risen through the ranks, deep down, Li Fuguang, as a highly successful upstart, always considered Jiang Chenghua a son-in-law that depends on Mei family.
So, this time, when Li Fuguang approached Jiang Chenghua, he still carried that blind confidence.
It wasn't until his secretary had repeatedly tried to schedule an appointment with Jiang Chenghua without success that Li Fuguang sensed something was amiss.
Although annoyed, when Jiang Chenghua agreed to meet with Li Fuguang, Li Fuguang still went.
Inside the restaurant.
Both men were dressed in suits and ties. Li Fuguang had even booked the entire place, found some fine wine, and had the waiter pour it.
Jiang Chenghua sat on a chair. His features revealed a resemblance to Jiang Sui. Though a bit older, he still possessed an undeniable charm. Compared to Li Fuguang, Jiang Chenghua could be considered one of the better-looking of the older men.
This made it easy to forget that this charismatic, handsome man was actually a mercenary, a businessman without a trace of mercy.
Time had long since eroded his youthfulness.
Li Fuguang shook his glass and handed the cigar to Jiang Chenghua, who waved it off.
"I always no smoke or drink."
Jiang Chenghua held the glass forward, motioning for the waiter to take it away.
Li Fuguang didn't take it seriously, believing it was just polite talk. He clearly didn't believe the businessman truly didn't drink or smoke. Although he'd heard this from the same circle, he still found it a bit unbelievable and even believed it wasn't true.
"This is a wine from a foreign winery. You should try it. The cigar tastes quite good, too."
Li Fuguang hated being called a nouveau riche, so he constantly sought to integrate into the so-called upper class, often undergoing training.
Although he disliked the idea of smoking cigars with red wine or playing golf, Li Fuguang would still do it for the sake of business.
The only problem was his son's disobedience and misbehavior, which Li Fuguang never found comfort in, so he continued to indulge him
Jiang Chenghua remained unmoved by Li Fuguang's persuasion.
He still didn't pick ups glass, open the cigar box, or even look at lighter. "I don't smoke or drink. It's been like that for years."
Because Mei Yehua disliked it, Jiang Chenghua never did these things. He looked dazed, gazing at his aged face through the glass mirror in the display window, and suddenly thought of his youth.
Retracting his thoughts, Li Fuguang, though displeased by Jiang Chenghua's refusal, didn't force it.
Both of them were cunning and shrewd, so at first, neither of them took the initiative to explain the matter, nor even to deliberately bring up a specific matter.
Li Fuguang took a sip of his red wine, frowning as he looked at the pot of tea beside Jiang Chenghua.
"Brother Jiang, have you been angling for that plot of land by the sea in the XC District lately?"
Pinching the ashtray, Li Fuguang put out his cigarette and glanced at Jiang Chenghua, not wanting to miss the man's expression. Jiang Chenghua, however, continued to sip his tea, watching Li Fuguang leisurely.
"Whether angling for it or not, it all depends on fate."
Listening to Jiang Chenghua's words, Li Fuguang couldn't help but frown. Rumors had circulated before that Jiang Chenghua was particularly fond of the plot of land by the sea in the XC District and had even declared his determination to acquire it.
Why does it seem like he doesn't want it that much now?
Or perhaps the desire isn't that strong?
This isn't a good sign.
"As for fate, how should I say it? Brother Jiang believes in it, but I prefer to believe that man can conquer nature."
Li Fuguang didn't dwell on it and continued to probe.
Jiang Chenghua raised his eyebrows slightly, put down the tea cup in his hand, and looked at Li Fuguang. "Mr. Li, do you have any opinions?"
Hearing this, Li Fuguang felt like he'd taken the bait.
"I don't have an opinion, but as for that piece of land, if Brother Jiang wants it, there are many ways to do it. I'm just facing a difficult situation right now, and I'm hoping Brother Jiang can be kind enough to help."
Li Fuguang spoke subtly. Both of them were experienced foxes, and neither wanted to show their true colors, so they were both cautiously testing the waters.
Jiang Chenghua wasn't in a hurry, and slowly looked at Li Fuguang.
"What else could possibly be so difficult for Mr. Li? I know that piece of land isn't easy to obtain. Mr. Li, with incredible powers, can accomplish such feats, so how could there be anything could ask for my help? It's truly embarrassing."
Li Fuguang thought this made sense and immediately became interested.
"No, no, no, even a hero can't stand up to a savage opponent. This matter has something to do with your son, and also something to do with my son."
After Jiang Chenghua finished his tea, a hint of a sneer slipped across his lips when he heard the word "hero."
He put the tea bowl down.
"What's wrong? Did my son do something?"
Jiang Chenghua was so shrewd, yet he acted like he knew nothing. Li Fuguang couldn't help but think. After a moment's deliberation, he finally told the story.
"It's not really about your son. It's just that my unruly son accidentally hurt a girl. Little did he know that girl was actually Brother Jiang's beloved son's girlfriend. So, I've lost face and am trying to beg for mercy from Brother Jiang."
Li Fuguang looked at Jiang Chenghua as he spoke.
He noticed that Jiang Chenghua didn't seem to have any extra expression, as if he didn't care about the matter.
He couldn't help but feel more confident.