Solving Middle Age Crisis by Intelligence System-Chapter 320 - 219: Sincerity Worth Five Million

"My brother-in-law is young and reckless, so I’m here to apologize on his behalf. I hope this can resolve the misunderstanding between us."

Liu Meng stared at the briefcase handed over by the driver, his expression somewhat stunned. He hadn’t expected the other party to come bearing money, and it was five million right off the bat.

However, considering the changes in the other party’s attitude, he guessed that Qi Yun must have done something, so he didn’t just take the money on his own accord.

Li Cuixia next to him was equally shocked, somewhat scared by the figure of five million.

Seeing Liu Meng hesitate to take the money, Liang Tianyou spoke again: "I was on a business trip out of town a couple of days ago and didn’t address this matter at the construction site in time, which is why things escalated to this point. I also owe you an apology."

"If you have any other requests, feel free to ask."

Liu Meng snapped out of his shock, shook his head, and said, "Let me make a call first."

Liang Tianyou nodded slightly: "Go ahead."

Liu Meng walked a few steps away, took out his phone, and dialed Qi Yun’s number.

"Old Qi, someone claiming to be the boss of the construction site came over to apologize and brought five million, wanting to settle."

Qi Yun had already received a message from Luo Yang, informing him about Liang Tianyou’s call. Qi Yun had initially thought it would take two or three days before the other party would come around, but he didn’t expect them to get impatient after just one day.

He thought to himself, it seems they’re really anxious.

However, he was wrong this time. Although Liang Tianyou was indeed anxious, he wasn’t so desperate as to surrender so easily.

The fundamental reason was that he also felt his reckless brother-in-law acted inappropriately.

Even without the gravel incident, after Liang Tianyou cleaned up his brother-in-law’s mess, he would still come to Liu Meng for compensation, though it might not have been as much as five million.

"Haha, since they gave it to you, just take it. Consider this matter settled," Qi Yun replied with a chuckle.

Liu Meng nodded: "Alright, I’ll find some time to send the money to you."

"Why send it to me? Do I lack that bit? Handle the money yourself. If someone comes asking you to sign a reconciliation agreement, just sign it."

"This..." Liu Meng initially wanted to say something more, but knowing Qi Yun’s temperament, he ultimately sighed, "Okay, I’ll do as you say."

After hanging up the phone, he returned and took the two cases from the driver’s outstretched hand.

"I’ve accepted the money, and the matter is settled."

"Haha, well, thank you then. I won’t bother you any longer," Liang Tianyou said, then left with the driver. As for what happens next, his subordinates would naturally handle it.

Once they were far enough away, Li Cuixia tugged at Liu Meng’s arm and pointed at the cases, asking, "Didn’t they say they’d only compensate fifty thousand? Why did they bring five million this time?"

"Old Qi handled it, I don’t really know the specifics either."

Hearing this, Li Cuixia paused, then sighed, "Brother Qi Yun arranged such a good job for you, and we haven’t repaid him for that favor yet. Now, he helped again with such a big issue..."

"Why don’t you take out the two million from Dad, and send the rest to him."

Liu Meng shook his head helplessly: "He won’t accept it. Forget it, let’s hold onto it for now." With that, he glanced at the relatives inside the house, "Don’t tell anyone about this for now. Wait until Xiao Jie is buried, then send the money to Dad."

Li Cuixia also glanced over, understanding what he meant, and nodded to show she understood.

.....

That night, after coaxing Zhao Qing to sleep, Qi Yun went to the study, just about to light a cigarette when the phone on the desk vibrated softly.

He picked it up and saw Mendeleyev’s name on the screen.

Judging by the time, it should be afternoon for our friends over there.

"How’s the situation?" Qi Yun answered the call and asked.

Previously, for the shipment that was detained, Mendeleyev had sought Nokovic, but to no avail. He said he’d think of other ways, though it was unclear if it was successful.

"No luck," Mendeleyev sighed, "I’ve confirmed that someone is playing tricks behind the scenes."

"A company here has started the same business as us, and this company is backed by H gang, so those officials are scared to take our money."

Qi Yun frowned slightly after hearing this: "Are you sure?"

"Yes, a senator here told me."

Qi Yun thought for a moment and replied, "Then let me try something. Take care of yourself, and don’t engage in open conflict with them."

"Don’t worry, I understand."

"Alright, keep it this way. I’ll inform you if there’s any progress on my end."

Qi Yun said no more, hung up the phone, and immediately dialed Li Yaohua’s number.

However, the dial tone was replaced by an "unavailable" message.

Knowing the other party was busy, Qi Yun assumed he might be on a plane and planned to try contacting him again tomorrow.

After putting down the phone, he lit a cigarette, starting to review the day’s intelligence.

[Current Intelligence Points: 34]

[Today’s Intelligence #1 (Green): The Bayin River section flowing through the north of the city has initiated a river sand mining project, which will be conducted through public bidding. The bidding deadline is tomorrow at noon; the third segment of the river holds a large amount of high-quality quartz sand]

Quartz sand?

Though quite common, high-quality quartz sand is rare and expensive.

Cheap ones go for twenty or thirty thousand per ton, while the expensive ones can reach hundreds of thousands. Many photovoltaic and semiconductor companies have a massive demand for this.

Green-grade intelligence means a minimum profit of tens of millions, but the bidding deadline is tomorrow, making it too tight a schedule.

Participating in such project bids definitely requires professional qualifications...

And everyone understands how these bids work—without prior connections, you’re just there for show.

The only chance to avoid missing this opportunity is to collaborate with others...

[Today’s Intelligence #2 (Red): Half an hour ago, two mysterious white men approached Jeff, the captain of the Deep Sea Hunter, inquiring about his last voyage. Jeff couldn’t resist the temptation of money and revealed everything to them]

Seeing this intelligence, Qi Yun’s heart skipped a beat.

Two mysterious white men!

The secret of the sunken ship’s treasure was bound to be discovered eventually; he had anticipated this since there were so many people on board at the time.

However, since those items were long sold and likely already in the market, the fact they’re still asking around seemed rather unusual.

What is their motive? Are they after the map? Or do they know some insider information?

Qi Yun, with a furrowed brow, was deep in thought.

[Today’s Intelligence #3 (Red): Disciplinary staff dispatched from the province has secretly begun investigating Zhou Wenbin]

Another bombshell of news!

Zhang Dayong’s backer has begun to make a move...

This is favorable news for him since Zhou Wenbin is also on the USB list... if he’s taken down, that will be one less potential threat.

But the next second, Qi Yun suddenly remembered something, quickly picking up his phone to dial a number.

The call rang for half a minute before it was answered, with Mr. Bi’s voice coming through: "Brother Qi, calling so late, what’s up?"

"Mm, I have something to tell you. It’s not convenient over the phone, let’s meet up."

Mr. Bi, suspicious, asked, "Now?"

"Yes," Qi Yun confirmed.

Mr. Bi seemed to pick on the seriousness in Qi Yun’s tone, asked no further questions, and promptly replied, "Alright, let’s meet at the same place as last time, I’m heading there now."

After hanging up, Qi Yun changed his clothes and quietly left the house.

Gao Min was on duty outside. Upon hearing noises, she opened the door and leaned out to ask, "Heading out?"

Qi Yun nodded at her: "No need to follow. I’m just meeting a friend."

Upon hearing this, Gao Min didn’t insist: "Then give me the address."

Qi Yun knew she was just being cautious, but to cooperate with her work, he took out his phone and sent the address over.

After he drove away, Gao Min took out her phone and called Laohai: "The boss has gone out. I’ll send the address over, go keep an eye."