Chapter 542: You treated me like a national hero; I will repay you with my life.

Honestly, this was the first time Zheng Qian had to handle this kind of relationship.

But he hadn't expected he could handle it so well.

Hmm...

Alright, Zheng Qian admitted that this was only possible because Wei Rusi was there. Don't let her "driving" fool you—she might be intense when she's "driving," but when it comes to handling various issues, her mind is incredibly clear; she knows exactly what to say and what not to say.

Most importantly, everyone knows what she has done for Zheng Qian.

Even if they didn't know, just looking at the current organizational structure, they would know her position in The Group.

There was even a vague, underlying sense that none of them had any intention of competing with Wei Rusi. Because they all knew that even if Zheng Qian were to truly abandon Wei Rusi, not a single one of them could replace her.

Not to mention Jin Lu, who held the most weight in Zheng Qian's heart.

Therefore, no one stayed that night, except for Wei Rusi.

In the blink of an eye, twelve days had passed.

Zheng Qian, Su Yuanshuang, Wei Rusi, and Chen Chou, the four of them, headed to the headquarters of the Chunshen Club—[Chunshen Residence].

Lord Chunshen, Huang Xie, was one of the Four Lords of the Warring States period; I believe everyone knows this. He raised three thousand scholars and was the head of the lords. He was an outstanding figure of the Jingchu land, but he was also inextricably linked to Shanghu.

Because this was his earliest fiefdom, it left behind a rich cultural heritage and endowed this place with a deeper historical and humanistic connotation. Shanghu's success today cannot be attributed entirely to Lord Chunshen, as it has a history spanning over two thousand years.

I believe that even without Lord Chunshen, some other lord would surely have developed Shanghu.

But history is just that curious.

It tightly connects two things that were originally unrelated.

The people of Shanghu take pride in "Shen," and thus use it as the abbreviation for this international metropolis.

The Chunshen Club takes its name from this very meaning.

Chunshen Residence is located on the north bank of the Chunshen River, hidden amidst the hustle and bustle of skyscrapers, tucked away in a corner. Perhaps because it was established here so early, it is surrounded by rare and precious gardens and greenery.

In the skyscraper-filled city of Shanghu, it just sits there quietly, surrounded by flowers and trees, in peace.

Yet, everyone who enters and exits this place is either wealthy or noble.

As one of the oldest clubs in Shanghu, many intriguing anecdotes have emerged from here. For instance, while having breakfast at Chunshen Residence, a casual chat between two members could give birth to a deal worth at least several billion.

It sounds incredible, but it is indeed a fact.

However, that was only limited to ten years ago.

The current Chunshen Club has long since lost its former glory. Whether it is the Shanghai Americas Club or the Songshang Club, both have spawned immense and powerful economic potential; they have risen from the ground here and become the new pillars.

If not for the foresight of Jin Lu's mother back then, who proposed walking on two legs—real estate and Semiconductor Chip.

I fear that with the soft landing of the real estate bubble in recent years, the Chunshen Club would have been on the brink of collapse.

Therefore, today's leadership election is extremely important.

Many eyes are also fixed on this place, especially on Jin Lu's position, and many underhanded moves have been prepared. Especially during the core meeting, they are already prepared to challenge the Ran Family; the crisis of the situation goes without saying.

A starved camel is still bigger than a horse.

Even the current Chunshen Club is still one of the top clubs in Shanghu.

It gathers too many member enterprises; even the peripheral companies are worth at least several billion, not to mention those in the core meeting. The people who can sit at that table are playing a completely different game than the enterprises in today's market economy.

These people are also eyeing it covetously, long dissatisfied with the Ran Family holding the power of the Chunshen Club.

Even if they are the founding family, even if the nominal Chairman of the Board is from the Ran Family.

If the Ran Family cannot even manage their own enterprise well and struggle to maintain a leading position, why should other members support them? Some have even suggested that the Ran Family has more American capital background, arguing that they are better suited for the Shanghai Americas Club.

Of course, this is limited to small-scale grumbling.

But there is no smoke without fire.

These rumors still reached the ears of many interested parties.

Even though Jobs founded the Apple brand and developed epoch-making products like Apple, computers, iPods, and iPads, wasn't he still kicked out when it was time for him to be kicked out?

In the face of capital, anything is possible.

"Hello, please show your invitation."

Arriving at the lobby of Chunshen Residence, the receptionist bowed very politely and said.

She was extremely beautiful, wearing a very slim-fitting qipao that clung tightly to her delicate body. The slit was not high; it was very traditional. But the beautiful curves unique to a woman, outlined by the qipao, were enough to make one's imagination run wild.

That swan-like, slender, fair neck made one want to take a bite.

Of course, Zheng Qian was not such a pervert.

He truly did not even glance at this woman.

Arriving at Chunshen Residence, he could barely hide the excitement in his heart; finally... finally, he could appear before Jin Lu openly and aboveboard. Although he had had many opportunities to see Jin Lu these days, none were better than today.

Because before arriving here, he had too many things that needed to be done.

Zheng Qian came this time under the guise of being a partner of [Dukang Wine Industry]. Su Yuanshuang had already successfully joined the Chunshen Club through Dukang and was a legitimate member. According to the rules, she was qualified to bring a few people in to join the grand event.

After all, when it came to the actual voting, only she had the right to vote, so it was harmless for Zheng Qian and the others to come.

After confirming the identities of The Group, the receptionist prepared to let them pass.

Su Yuanshuang placed a thin red envelope on the table.

This was also a rule, and it could be considered a lucky gesture for this leadership election. All the funds raised would be used for charity; it was an unwritten rule and not a way for the Chunshen Club to collect wealth.

Standing at the entrance to the elevator area, a Middle-aged Man cupped his hands and said, "If you treat me like a national scholar..."

Su Yuanshuang followed suit and said solemnly, "I shall repay you with my life."

"Please!"

The Middle-aged Man then stepped aside.

This, too, was a rule.

However, as to how many people truly listened to it or said it from the bottom of their hearts, Zheng Qian would offer no comment.

Watching this scene, he suddenly remembered the so-called "Thirty-Six Oaths of the Hung Mun."

Zheng Qian did have some understanding of this long-standing "society." The Red Poles, White Paper Fans, and Blue Lanterns among them could perhaps recite these dogmas at the drop of a hat.

But could they really live up to them?

These so-called rules were nothing more than "large-scale workplace PUA."

A mocking sneer curled the corners of his lips.