Chapter 57: A Meeting Between Two Capitalists (Please vote for monthly tickets!!!)

Qin Hao frowned slightly. Xiao Ming's treatment had only been underway for a little over a month, and his condition had just stabilized; this was truly not the time to be disturbed.

If they moved Xiao Ming rashly to a new environment, it would be detrimental to his treatment. Furthermore, Dean Xiuyan had to manage the nursing home; without her help, Xiao Ming's condition might worsen further.

"Understood. Tell Dean Xiuyan that if necessary, she can inform Tan Zongming's people about Xiao Ming's situation, but strictly limit it to him. Do not let anyone else know."

At the very least, Tan Zongming was sincerely looking out for Andy. In truth, Tan Zongming had feelings for Andy, but knowing he could not give her happiness, he chose to protect her as a friend. It was a pity the show didn't provide a second female lead for him; otherwise, he would have had a textbook "second male lead" script.

In Daishan, Dean Xiuyan received a call from Old Liu and breathed a secret sigh of relief. She was not a person skilled at lying; every time she faced Old Yan's questioning, she would unconsciously feel guilty. Perhaps it was precisely because of this that Old Yan had spotted flaws and kept a close eye on the nursing home.

After hanging up, Dean Xiuyan proactively called Old Yan into her office and explained Xiao Ming's situation in full detail.

Hearing this, Old Yan also breathed a sigh of relief, relieved that he hadn't tarnished his reputation.

"Dean Xiuyan, may I know who exactly is doing all this for Xiao Ming?"

Dean Xiuyan shook her head. "Actually, I don't know either. The person said they were a friend of Xiao Ming's sister. I saw that they were sincerely looking out for him, so I didn't ask too much."

Old Yan frowned slightly. According to Tan Zongming, Andy had only recently returned to the country and shouldn't have any particularly close friends. Moreover, judging by this person's methods, they seemed to be someone with significant influence.

Upon leaving the nursing home, Old Yan called Tan Zongming and recounted the situation.

Initially, Tan Zongming was pleased to learn that Xiao Ming's whereabouts had been discovered, but upon learning that Xiao Ming suffered from mental illness and autism, he began to worry about whether it would affect Andy.

"Are you saying the person claims to be Andy's friend?" Tan Zongming confirmed once more.

Old Yan nodded. "That's what they said. Not only are they paying for Xiao Ming's medical treatment, but they've also arranged for a psychologist to provide counseling. That's not something an ordinary friend can do."

Tan Zongming muttered to himself, "Since when did Andy have such a powerful friend? How come I didn't know?"

"Old Tan, I'll have to trouble you to help investigate who this person is. Someone helping you isn't necessarily a friend; it's better to be cautious," Old Tan instructed after a moment's thought.

Old Yan, however, proposed another idea: "Old Tan, I don't think we need to make this so complicated. Why don't you just ask Andy directly which of her friends they are?"

Tan Zongming slapped his forehead. "Look at me, I've become so muddled."

"Haha, you're just acting out of concern. To be honest, Old Tan, in all these years, this is the first time I've seen you so anxious over a woman," Old Yan teased.

Tan Zongming remained silent for a long time before sighing. "Alright, that's it. I'll treat you to drinks when I get back."

At Shengxuan Headquarters, Andy was in a meeting, and her subordinates were trembling under her powerful aura.

Tan Zongming's appearance at that moment served as a temporary rescue for them.

"I see you've all been working hard lately. I bought some snacks; take a break first."

The executives breathed a secret sigh of relief and quickly scurried off.

Andy looked at Tan Zongming with some helplessness. "You should know we are rushing to meet a deadline."

Tan Zongming smiled. "My place isn't a sweatshop. If you need rest, your subordinates need rest even more. I've worked under you; I know exactly what that feels like."

Perhaps thinking of her past in Wall Street, a hint of a smile appeared on Andy's face.

"Fine. If even you, the boss, aren't in a hurry, then I certainly won't be."

Tan Zongming nodded. "That's the spirit. I'm a capitalist; if I'm not squeezing you, there's no need for you to squeeze yourself. You're not a juicer."

Andy couldn't help but laugh out loud. "That way of putting it sounds a lot like someone I know."

"Oh? And who might that be?" Tan Zongming asked tentatively.

Andy pursed her lips. "The older brother of my neighbor girl. He's a very interesting person who does social media operations. I think we could collaborate with him on the marketing of our 3C products. I've seen his company's performance—it's excellent. They reached the top three in the industry in just one year, and they built it from the ground up."

Hearing Andy speak so highly of this person, Tan Zongming became very curious, thinking to himself that the person providing for Xiao Ming was most likely this man.

"Oh? Such a high evaluation? When can you introduce me to him?" Tan Zongming said nonchalantly.

Without thinking much of it, Andy pushed Qin Hao's WeChat contact to Tan Zongming. "You two capitalists can chat among yourselves. As an employee, I'm clocking out now to deny you the chance to exploit me."

Tan Zongming watched Andy's retreating figure, momentarily entranced.

After a long while, Tan Zongming snapped out of it and added Qin Hao on WeChat.

On the other side, Qin Hao saw Tan Zongming's friend request in his office. At first, he didn't pay much attention, but upon seeing the profile picture, he sent a smiley face, and the two became friends.

"President Tan added me because of Xiao Ming, right?" Qin Hao got straight to the point.

Tan Zongming also sent a smiley face. "I'm just a bit curious about when Andy gained such a powerful friend without my knowledge."

"You're a busy man, President Tan. Besides, you don't necessarily know everything regarding Andy's affairs—for instance, that someone has been following her recently."

Qin Hao began to stir the pot. Wei Wei had deep roots in Shanghai after many years; it would be too difficult for him alone to topple Wei Wei, but for Tan Zongming, Wei Wei was hardly a match.

Sure enough, Tan Zongming's expression changed instantly. "Someone is following Andy? Who is it? What is their motive?"

Qin Hao smiled with satisfaction. "President Tan, why don't we meet and talk? Some things can't be explained clearly over WeChat."

"Fine. Tomorrow morning at ten. The location..."

"The cafe downstairs from your company."

The next day, at 9:50 AM, Qin Hao arrived at the cafe below the Shengxuan Group building. Tan Zongming was already sitting in a corner by the window; perhaps only matters concerning Andy could make him this attentive.

"Mr. Qiu?"

"President Tan, I've heard much about you!" Qin Hao smiled and shook his hand.

After a few pleasantries, Qin Hao handed a document directly to Tan Zongming, which contained information on Wei Wei.

Tan Zongming flipped through it. "I've heard of this man. He doesn't have a very good reputation in the industry. Is he pursuing Andy?"

"Yes, but Andy hasn't given him a chance," Qin Hao nodded.

Tan Zongming took a small sip of his coffee and asked curiously, "You don't seem to like this Wei Wei very much?"

"No. He is unscrupulous and disregards the feelings of others; you can see that from his recent investigation into Andy," Qin Hao stated frankly.

After saying this, Qin Hao added, "Since Wei Wei is investigating Andy, he might also stumble upon Xiao Ming. You know Xiao Ming's situation; if he is disturbed now, all the previous treatment might go to waste."

As expected, Tan Zongming's expression turned grim.

(End of Chapter)