162: Chapter 162 Surprise
Midnight.
Pillar and Liu Zi left the clubhouse, arm in arm, and got into the van.
The entire process of Huang Tao, Wang Kaiming, and the others colluding was recorded. Their discussion about retaliating against Chen Hao—specifically, hiring someone to cripple him—was also confirmed.
According to Wang Kaiming, they wanted to ensure Chen Hao lost his male capabilities.
"That’s ruthless! What kind of deep hatred is that! Hao Zi, it’s easy to dodge an open spear but hard to guard against a hidden arrow. Have you thought of a countermeasure?"
Chen Hao remained very calm.
"Don't worry. Their speed shouldn't be faster than ours. Before they can make a move, I estimate they will all be finished."
Pang Dahai still said worriedly,
"Better safe than sorry."
Chen Hao paid no attention, completely letting the words go in one ear and out the other.
To avoid arousing suspicion, Pang Dahai quickly drove away from the place of trouble.
Just like that, they returned to the decoration company and stayed the night.
The next day.
The investigation was still ongoing. Mouse had already used his own methods to uncover all of Huang Tao's illicit accounts. The data was very complex, but fortunately, Pang Dahai’s company had specialized accounting talent, so every single ledger was accounted for. That bastard wouldn't get away with it.
Chen Hao couldn't help much with that. Since he had three days off, he had his own errands to run. He borrowed Pang Dahai's van to go to the airport to pick up Wang Lichun.
Guangcheng, once one of the furnace cities, was in the middle of summer, and the ground was so hot it was almost steaming.
Fortunately, the airport always had air conditioning, so the heat wasn't too high; it was a natural refuge from the summer heat.
However, in Chen Hao's eyes, summer had its advantages.
In summer, beauties wore cool and revealing clothes: tank tops on top and short skirts on the bottom. Standing at the right angle, if he looked up slightly from below an escalator, he could see countless beautiful sights.
Of course, Chen Hao possessed Golden Eyes. If he weren't afraid of wasting his Qi, constantly keeping his Golden Eyes active would have made the young, graceful bodies he saw utterly delectable, giving Chen Hao a feast for his eyes.
However, this kind of beautiful scenery couldn't be gazed upon too long; it was only fit for distant admiration, not for improper indulgence, as it would greatly affect his health.
Just as Chen Hao was waiting patiently, the broadcast announced that the flight from Guangcheng had arrived on time. Chen Hao craned his neck, having waited for a long time, but he still didn't see Wang Lichun emerge.
Feeling strange, he took out his phone, about to send a WeChat message to inquire, when the other party called first.
"Lecturer Chen, where are you? I’m already here."
Chen Hao had been looking expectantly, but he hadn't seen Wang Lichun walk out of the passage.
"I’m waiting for you at the exit. Where are you? Why can’t I see you?"
"I used the special passage."
Special passage. Chen Hao was stunned for a moment. Based on his understanding, the special passage should be First Class treatment. Wang Lichun had struck it rich; she actually took First Class to Guangcheng.
Driven by curiosity, he hurried toward the special passage.
Good heavens, Chen Hao never would have guessed that besides Wang Lichun, there were several other people traveling with her.
The most unexpected person for Chen Hao was that Zhuang Hua had followed along without a word, and even Young Master Xiao was there, along with two Female Internet Celebrities.
"Lecturer Chen!"
The Female Internet Celebrities spotted Chen Hao first and quickly waved to greet him.
Chen Hao walked over suspiciously.
"Why are you all coming to Guangcheng together?"
Young Master Xiao said with a smile.
"It was my idea. I wanted to give you a surprise."
Chen Hao rolled his eyes.
"Are you sure it’s not a scare?"
Zhuang Hua said, her face slightly flushed.
"Actually, it’s like this. I have something I need to consult you about and want your professional advice."
Chen Hao said with a smile.
"You couldn't have mentioned it beforehand. Luckily, I came in a van; otherwise, one car wouldn't fit so many of you. Follow me."
Everyone grabbed their luggage and followed Chen Hao out of the airport lobby, chattering away.
"Wow, it’s so hot."
"They all said Guangcheng has high temperatures, and today I’ve finally experienced it."
Wang Lichun, dragging two pieces of luggage, quickly approached Chen Hao and said apologetically,
"Actually, I wanted to tell you long ago, but they wouldn't let me. I’m sorry."
Wang Lichun was as cautious as ever.
"No need to apologize. Everyone who comes is a guest. I will do my best as the host to entertain you."
When they arrived at the parking lot, after everyone confirmed repeatedly that the car Chen Hao drove was a car model, the others were fine, but Young Master Xiao was the first to be dumbfounded.
"Lecturer Chen, no way. You drive this kind of car? Isn't that lowering your status?"
"What do you know? Don't look at the appearance; just look at the practicality. The car model is a divine vehicle."
Having no choice, they figured having a ride was better than nothing, so they suppressed their dissatisfaction and got into the van.
As Chen Hao fastened his seatbelt, Young Master Xiao made conversation to break the silence.
"Lecturer Chen, I’ve always wanted to give you something before. They said you lack nothing, but now it seems I’ve decided to give you a car."
Chen Hao joked while driving.
"So generous. You must want something in return, right?"
Young Master Xiao indeed wanted something. Gifting Chen Hao a car was also his way of showing sincerity. For a rich young master, this bit of money spent through connections was insignificant.
"Wanting something isn't quite the right word. I just want to hear your opinion."
"We have plenty of time on the road. Speak freely."
Young Master Xiao explained his thoughts in detail.
It wasn't really anything else. The short videos they were operating together had officially launched, and the content of the short videos and short dramas was gradually getting on track, receiving a decent response in some Southeast Asian countries.
However, Young Master Xiao always remembered Chen Hao's teaching.
If you want to make money, you must look further ahead than others, earn the money others don't see, and stay ahead of the curve to advance step by step.
The domestic short video and short drama markets were already saturated. Even when published overseas, domestic new media teams were still competing with each other.
Moreover, more and more people knew about their APP. The more people sharing the cake, the less each person gets.
"I previously heard Lecturer Zhuang say that your original idea was to go to Hollywood and set up a makeshift troupe to film short dramas. I am now considered an insider. Since my family has property in Hollywood, I want to go to Hollywood to shoot short dramas. Do you think this suggestion is viable?"
Chen Hao was thrilled when he heard this. He had been worrying about who would develop the European and American markets. It was like someone delivering a pillow right when he was about to fall asleep.
"It can absolutely work! It can work great!"
Chen Hao tried to stabilize his composure and spoke fluently.
"I'm the one who can't get away; otherwise, I would have gone to Hollywood long ago. If you go, that’s perfect. Europe and America's Hollywood is definitely a blue ocean. If you manage to develop it, it will absolutely set the trend."
Young Master Xiao had always lost money in business; even his parents didn't think highly of him. This was the first time he had been affirmed like this since childhood, which made him extremely excited.
"I knew it! Others didn't think of it, only I did. My method must work; you two just didn't believe it."
"Young Master Xiao is the best!"
These two Internet Celebrities were accompanying Young Master Xiao on this business trip solely to provide emotional support along the way. As for Young Master Xiao's real objective, these two genuinely didn't care.