Jackie Chan's Son-in-Law

Chapter 119 An Old Friend Visits
Wealth can move mountains; this saying applies to any era as long as the concept of wealth exists.

Chen Qing, on the other hand, was not short of money and was willing to spend money to pave the way for himself.

With a clean income and the emperor's appointment, his first day at the Zhenfu Division went quite smoothly.

Later that evening, after it got dark, Chen Qing led the twenty or thirty people that Yan Cong had gathered to the largest restaurant in Da Shi Yong Fang. They booked a private room, ordered three tables of the most expensive food and drinks, and enjoyed a hearty drinking session with everyone.

Chen Qing stopped giving money directly to these people.

The way you treat superiors and subordinates is naturally different.

These are all his subordinates. If they get any benefits when carrying out missions, it's fine to share some with them and let them get a little something. But it's inappropriate to just use his own money to give them money directly on a regular basis.

Firstly, the higher-ups might overthink it.

Secondly, one might easily be taken advantage of.

The drinking session lasted until late at night. In the early hours of the morning, after most of the people had left, Chen Qing helped Yan Cong, who was already quite drunk, leave the restaurant.

Because it was too late, Chen Qing took Yan Cong back to his home to rest that day and let him sleep in the side room.

The next morning, as Young Master Chen was reviewing the manuscript for the next installment of "The Chronicles of Heroes," Xiao Yue's voice came from outside: "Young Master, Young Master Yan has woken up and is coming to see you."

Chen Qing put down his brush and said, "Just bring him over here."

Soon, Yan Cong was led by Xiao Yue to Chen Qing's room. He still smelled of alcohol. When he saw Chen Qing, he clasped his hands and said, "Brother Zizheng."

After saying those three words, Yan Cong felt a little embarrassed and lowered his head, saying, "I drank a bit too much yesterday, and I'm sorry to have troubled Brother Zizheng."

Chen Qing waved his hand and said with a smile, "In the Zhenfu Division, the two of us are the closest and have the best relationship, so there's no need to say such things."

Yan Cong looked at Chen Qing and said with a smile, "I was worried that since you've just entered the Zhenfu Division, there might be some people there who would deliberately make things difficult for you. But after yesterday, it seems you're thriving in the Zhenfu Division."

He remarked, "I am far inferior to them in terms of communication skills alone."

Chen Qing shook his head: "Yesterday, I only used some money to get closer to them. If we really want to get along well, we still need to accumulate over time. There are no shortcuts."

"It's just that I'm not stingy."

Chen Qing said with a smile, "From now on, life will be easier for those who follow my brothers."

Yan Cong deeply agreed. He nodded, then glanced at the manuscript on Chen Qing's desk and asked, "Brother Zizheng is already working in the Zhenfu Division. Are you still going to continue working on this chivalrous tale?"

"Do it, why don't you do it?"

Chen Qing said with a smile, "This thing is very useful. We can use it to build momentum for that Miss Mu later. And now that I've joined the Zhenfu Division, its usefulness will be even greater."

In the past, Chen Qing was just an ordinary citizen, so the content of his chivalrous tales could only remain within the realm of martial arts novels and stories, and it was difficult for him to touch on politics.

Just like what Gu Pan said in Deqing.

Once public opinion is involved, it's easy to attract the attention of the Imperial Guards.

But things are different now. In just a few months, Chen Qing has transformed himself into a member of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, and even more so, a member of the Zhenfu Division within the Embroidered Uniform Guard.

There are some things he can already consider doing.

Yan Cong thought for a moment and reminded him, "We are from the Yi Luan Division, and it seems that the Yi Luan Division... does not allow business."

"It's alright."

Chen Qing waved his hand and said with a smile, "This is my future father-in-law's business, not my own."

Yan Cong nodded and said nothing more. Instead, he said, "If there's nothing else for you here, Brother Zizheng, I'll return to the Zhenfu Division. In the next few days, I'll help you find a few reliable imperial guards."

Chen Qing nodded and said okay. He saw Yan Cong to the door and then said, "Brother Yan, I'd like to visit Vice Minister Zhao's family these next few days. Is there any problem with the Zhenfu Division?"

"fine."

Yan Cong said directly with a smile, "The family members of Vice Minister Zhao should also be kept in mind by our own Zhenfu Division. I'll ask them later and give Brother Zizheng a heads-up."

Chen Qing said "okay" and bowed to Yan Cong to say goodbye.

After saying goodbye to Yan Cong, Chen Qing returned to his room to organize his manuscript. At noon, he ate lunch before heading to the room where Mu Xianniang was recuperating.

Mu Xianniang's injuries had improved considerably, but after moving a few days ago, her wounds bled a little again, and she only recovered in the last two days.

At this point, her face had regained some color, and she was basically able to get out of bed and walk around.

Chen Qing entered the room, looked at her, and said with a smile, "Miss Mu, your injuries are recovering very well."

At this moment, Mu Xianniang was sitting in front of the mirror. After hearing Chen Qing's voice, she looked at Chen Qing in the mirror and asked, "Young Master Chen, what brings you here?" "I've come to discuss the specific arrangements with you."

Chen Qing handed a document to Mu Xianniang and said, "This is what I have compiled over the past few days. It can be handed over to the publishing house for printing in a while. In the future, we will vigorously promote the White Lotus Holy Mother among the White Lotus Sect members."

“Downplay the original leader.”

"In addition, people in the capital region and Zhili province have also begun to build momentum for you."

"After a few days, when Miss Mu's injuries have healed a bit more, she can go out and prepare to make contact with the remnants of the White Lotus Cult."

"Young Master Chen is really impatient."

Mu Xianniang glanced at Chen Qing and snorted, "So eager to make a name for yourself?"

"It's not because I'm eager to make a name for myself."

Chen Qing said with his hands behind his back, "It's because I'm worried about those remnants of the White Lotus Sect causing trouble."

"If they hurt me or anyone close to me."

Chen Qing said in a low voice, "Then my attitude towards the White Lotus Sect will not be the same as it is now."

Miss Mu turned to look at Chen Qing, but did not say anything.

Chen Qing continued, "Once Miss Mu emerges from the mountain, as long as her influence grows, she will soon come into contact with the remaining forces of the White Lotus Sect. If you can handle it yourself, then handle it yourself; if you can't, then handle it yourself."

"Just tell me the location, and the Zhenfu Division will take action to eliminate the cult bandits and take care of your opponents."

"I've already found you a place where Miss Mu will first appear after leaving the mountain..."

Since his main responsibility afterward was handling the White Lotus Sect case, Chen Qing had made considerable preparations, and he explained everything to Mu Xianniang in detail.

For Chen Qing, if this matter was handled well, the outcome would not only be a reward from the imperial court, but if he did it well enough, he could gain merit beyond just the Zhenfu Division…

More likely, through Mu Xianniang, this large religious group active among the people of the north was remotely controlled!

By then, the amount of power that Mr. Chen will be able to wield will undoubtedly be much greater.

Moreover, if this matter succeeds, Chen Qing will no longer have to place all his bets on the imperial court and the emperor. If something goes wrong and the court turns against him, he will still have a way out.

Just as Chen Qing was discussing his follow-up plans with Mu Xianniang, Xiao Yue's voice suddenly came from outside. Xiao Yue knocked on the door and said, "Young Master, Commander Shen is here. He says he wants to see you."

Upon hearing this, Chen Qing glanced at the expressionless Mu Xianniang and slowly said, "I will talk to you in detail after I finish dealing with things outside."

At this point, he stood up, pushed open the door, and walked outside. When he reached the door, Chen Qing looked at Xiaoyue and asked, "Is this Commander Shen, who came to the capital with us?"

"Yes."

Xiaoyue quickly replied, "He's in the front yard; the master is having tea with him."

Chen Qing nodded and smiled at Xiaoyue, saying, "I'm going to see him."

Soon, Chen Qing arrived at the main hall in the front courtyard. He bowed to Master Gu and said, "Uncle Gu."

After saying this, he looked at Shen Long, who had already stood up, and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Commander Shen."

Mr. Gu said with a smile, "You two are familiar with each other, so you can chat first."

"I'm going to the bookstore."

He left with his hands behind his back. Chen Qing accompanied him for a few steps before returning to the main hall with Commander Shen.

Upon arriving at the main hall, Commander Shen clasped his hands in a fist salute to Chen Qing and bowed deeply, saying, "Brother Chen, I've come today mainly to apologize to you."

"We had drinks together that day..."

He sighed and said, "That very night, people from the Southern Garrison came to my door to question me. I had no choice but to tell the truth."

Chen Qing lowered his head and drank his tea, his expression calm, and he simply smiled.

"This is Shen Qianhu's duty."

He put down his teacup, his expression calm, but his tone carried a slight distance.

“I have never blamed Commander Shen.”

(End of this chapter)