Promise!

Chapter 69, Goodbye

Seeing this, Qian Wende knew that Zhuang Jin had figured it out, so he said no more and attentively spread the bedding for Zhuang Jin. While doing so, he casually asked how much these things cost.

Zhuang Jin told Jiang Wei the price he paid for it.

Upon hearing this, Qian Wende stopped immediately and sneered, "I knew there was something fishy going on. Jiang Wei actually dared to embezzle your money, Brother Zhuang. He's really audacious!"

"Hmm?" Zhuang Jin looked up and thought he probably knew the prices of these things. They were probably about the same. If Jiang Wei's reimbursement did not conform to the normal price, he would not let him pass. He was not so easily deceived.

"Brother Zhuang, you don't know. Normally, this is the price, but we warriors buy things on the street we manage, so how can we pay the normal price? Giving him money is flattering him. Selling at the cost price is low, and selling at less than a break-even point is a lack of respect."

"I know the details of these things," Qian Wende said with certainty, "Jiang Wei must have embezzled at least half of your money, Brother Zhuang!"

"This... is interesting!" Zhuang Jin's face showed no emotion when he heard this. He tapped the table with his index finger, making a crisp sound.

Qian Wende knew that Zhuang Jin was thinking, so he didn't dare to disturb her and remained quiet.

Zhuang Jin pondered for a moment, then suddenly asked Qian Wende, "Dezi, let's assume we didn't know each other and didn't have this relationship. If I asked you to buy something for me, would you embezzle my money?"

He paused, then continued, "Tell the truth!"

Qian Wende understood what Zhuang Jin meant. After thinking for a moment, he said awkwardly, "If I didn't know Zhuang, would I have taken the money? That depends on Zhuang's identity. If he was a colleague... hehe! But if he was my team leader, then of course I wouldn't!"

Even if he doesn't have this relationship and doesn't know him, he wouldn't dare to betray his boss. After being on the streets for a long time, he will know the ins and outs of it. Don't you want to quit?

"That's why I said it was interesting!"

Zhuang Jin nodded slightly. Qian Wende, known for his penchant for taking advantage of small gains, wouldn't even steal money when buying something for his team leader. So why would Jiang Wei be so blinded by greed that he'd do something like this? Wasn't he afraid that he'd figure out the truth later, expose it, and then make things difficult for him?
The risks and benefits are not proportional!

"So, this person might be short of money for some reason? And... is certain I won't have a chance to settle?"

Zhuang Jin thought of the previous team of his team that was ambushed last month, and suddenly had some guesses in his mind, and whispered to Qian Wende.

Those who work with their minds rule others, and those who work with their hands are ruled by others. He only needs to investigate with a word, then he can just look at the results and enjoy the fruits of his labor. This is the joy of being in a superior position.

"Brother Zhuang, don't worry, leave this to me!" Qian Wende patted his chest and promised, looking very happy.

He knew in his heart that the more Zhuang Jin asked him to do, the more he valued him, and the more he would benefit from his future success!

"Ok!"

Zhuang Jin waved his hand, let Qian Wende go, and began to concentrate on practicing.

He knew very well that his own strength was the foundation of everything. Once he broke through the fourth classic, even if there were any conspiracies or tricks in the team, they would be crushed by his absolute strength!
……

Time flew by. Zhuang Jin was in his squad leader's room, concentrating on his training. It was noon, and then four of his team members, Jiang Wei, Du Yunqi, Zhou Chao, and Pan Zimo, returned from patrol. Seeing Jiang Wei, Zhuang Jin saw nothing unusual about his expression or reaction, as if he was completely unaware of the money theft. He briefly inquired about their morning patrol. Upon learning that nothing had happened, he said, "It's almost time. Duan Zhenshou is hosting a banquet at Jinhua Tower at noon today. Let's go!"

"Jinhualou? Captain Zhuang, Commander Duan really values ​​you enough to choose this place for his welcome." Jiang Wei bowed his head and flattered with a smile, "Captain Zhuang, you don't know, there aren't many good restaurants on Furong Street. Jinhualou is on the next street, Fuchang Street..."

After his introduction, everyone realized that Fuchang Street was not under the influence of the Shen family or the Yaowang Gang, but belonged to a small gang in the north of the city - the Brotherhood, which was now wavering between the Shen family and the Yaowang Gang.

In fact, compared to the newly emerged Medicine King Gang, the Shen family is an old power that has dominated the city for hundreds of years. It has deep roots, great power, and rich background. Originally, the Brotherhood had already decided to join the Shen family, but in the sneak attack by the Medicine King Gang last month, their Furong Street team, including the team leader, was almost wiped out, which scared the Brotherhood and they began to hesitate again.

"How can I be so honored? I'm just giving a welcome to all the newcomers who came here today."

Zhuang Jin glanced at Jiang Wei, and took his team members to meet up with the two teams of Ke Jingxing and Song Jie, and went to Jinhua Building together.

……

Fuchang Street, Jinhua Building.

As soon as Zhuang Jin and others entered the room, they heard a strong voice coming from the second floor. It was obviously a warrior talking.

"Brother Zhou Yuan, I heard you have a beggar brother?"

"Brother Zhang, where did you hear this gossip?"

Zhou Yuan said this, and asked Gao Shi, who was following him, to come over and patted him on the face with the back of his hand. "It's just a rumor. The person in the rumor is this guy. Come, Gao Shi, tell me yourself, are you my brother?"

"No, no, how dare I be your brother, Master Zhou?" Gao Shi said this with a humble and flattering smile on his face.

When the warrior surnamed Zhang heard this, a trace of contempt flashed in his eyes. He heard that during the first period of the sutra, Zhou Yuan and Gao Shi, who was born a beggar, were brothers. He borrowed money from Gao Shi in exchange for the heads of people he injured. However, after breaking through the second period, Zhou Yuan turned against Gao Shi and did not acknowledge him as a brother or friend, and even refused to acknowledge the money he borrowed.

He knew all this in his heart, but he would not say it out loud. Instead, he looked for fun like the other gang members and deliberately asked doubtfully, "Really?"

Zhou Yuan seemed eager to prove himself and shed the reputation of having a beggar brother. He laughed heartily and said, "Brother Zhang, have you ever seen such a brother?"

As he spoke, he kicked Gao Shi unexpectedly, sending him tumbling to the ground.

When Zhuang Jin entered the room, he recognized Gao Shi at a glance. He helped Gao Shi up, who had rolled down the stairs and rolled to his feet, covered in dust. Seeing a silver pattern on his chest, he knew that this was a symbol created by the Medicine King Gang imitating the Shen family to distinguish the levels of warriors, representing a first-class warrior.

But since Gao Shi went to the Yaowang Gang and became a regular warrior and an official gang member, why was he still bullied like this?
Gao Shi also saw Zhuang Jin and felt strangely familiar with him. He swallowed the "little mute" when it reached his lips. After Zhuang Jin nodded slightly in confirmation, he was also quite excited.

Then, he felt ashamed, embarrassed in front of his former best friend. However, he was now experienced enough to suppress his emotions in an instant. He silently mouthed "hit me", and when he saw that Zhuang Jin didn't move, he silently said "hit" again!
Zhuang Jin knew what Gao Shi meant. Now, one of them was in the Shen family and the other in the Medicine King Gang. They had different positions and could not show intimacy. He secretly used his internal energy to slap out with a palm, and Gao Shi flew backwards.

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(End of this chapter)