166: Chapter 166 Qin Yi's Three Brothers Have a Dinner Together, Ye Ziming Meets Shen Jianan Again (Part 1)

At this moment, Qin Jianye and the other three were gathered together, and the atmosphere of their conversation was quite lively.

Qin Jianye was gesturing constantly, his face glowing with an excited flush, as if he were surveying the landscape of his domain. Wu Xiuhua stood by his side, watching him with a gentle gaze, nodding in agreement whenever he spoke with particular fervor.

Xu Qian held her phone, her fingertips occasionally dancing quickly across the screen as she recorded some of the key points mentioned by Qin Jianye.

Qin Xiaoyue, on the other hand, seemed a bit distracted. She leaned back against the sofa with a mischievous smile, watching the three of them and occasionally chiming in with a joke to lighten the mood.

Just then, Qin Yi walked in with a beaming smile. His gaze swept over the four of them, a curious expression on his face. "Dad, Mom, what are you guys talking about? You look so happy."

Hearing Qin Yi's voice, the four of them stopped talking. Xu Qian looked up, a sweet smile blossoming on her face. "Young Master Qin, you're finished with your talk. Uncle and Auntie are discussing the new company, so I'm helping them take notes." As she spoke, she showed her phone to Qin Yi. "Here, these are some of the ideas Uncle and Auntie just discussed. What do you think?"

Qin Yi glanced at the content on the screen. He hadn't realized it before, but looking at it now, there were quite a lot of things to buy. However, this was exactly what Qin Yi wanted. He was secretly delighted; it was another opportunity for him to spend money. Only by spending money could he earn experience to upgrade the System.

“Sure, looks great.” Qin Yi then looked at his parents and teased with a smile, “An elder in the house is like a treasure. Dad, Mom, having the two of you helping me out saves me a lot of trouble.”

Qin Jianye chuckled and said, “Xiao Yi, your mother and I have old-fashioned ideas. You still have to take charge of your own company. We just hope we don't get in your way.”

“Haha, Mom, look at what Dad is saying. You’re a big boss from the industrial sector. I’m counting on you to give me advice. How could you say you’re getting in the way?” Qin Yi complimented him with a smile.

“Exactly. Our son is right. Old Qin, you need to have confidence in yourself. Who knows, maybe our son's company will be the second spring of your career!” Wu Xiuhua also teased with a laugh.

Everyone laughed at her words. Then, Qin Yi added, “I have a gathering with two friends tonight, so I won't be back for dinner. You don't have to wait for me. Also, I've already given the car keys to Manager Bai. When you leave later, just go with Manager Bai, and she’ll take you home.”

As soon as Qin Xiaoyue heard about a gathering, her spirits immediately lifted. She sat up straight on the sofa and followed up curiously, “Brother, is it that guy you just ran into?” She blinked, looking very interested in Qin Yi's social circle.

Qin Yi looked at Qin Xiaoyue's gossipy expression and nodded with a smile. “Yeah, he was my college roommate, a real brother. I was planning to contact him after I finished being busy for a while, but I didn't expect to run into him here today.”

“Really? Then why don't you take me along?” Qin Xiaoyue said, blinking her lively large eyes and looking at Qin Yi expectantly, her voice tinged with a bit of a spoiled tone. “It’ll definitely be boring with just three grown men talking. If I go, I can liven up the atmosphere and add some fun.”

“Take you? Forget it,” Qin Yi flatly refused. “It’s not appropriate to bring a young girl to a gathering of three men. Besides, we’ll definitely be drinking and smoking, and you won’t be able to stand the smell.”

Xu Qian also smiled and tried to persuade her, “That's right, Xiao Yue. The brothers haven't seen each other in a long time; they must have a lot to talk about. Let's not butt in.”

“Oh, okay then...” Although Qin Xiaoyue was a bit unhappy, she could only nod helplessly, but then she immediately added, “I’ll let it slide this time. But next time there's a gathering, you must take me with you!”

“Haha, alright, I’ll definitely take you if there's a chance next time.” As Qin Yi spoke, he looked back at his parents and changed the subject. “Dad, Mom, I’ve already bought these two floors. You can start thinking about starting the company when you go back tonight. When we have time tomorrow, we’ll sit down and discuss it.” Then, Qin Yi looked at Qin Xiaoyue, a hint of mischief flashing in his eyes. “Xiao Yue, I have a task for you too.”

“Eh?” Qin Xiaoyue looked up curiously, her face full of anticipation. “Me? What task?”

“I plan to use these two floors to open two companies. One will focus on financial investment, and the other, I intend to make an entertainment and media-related company.” Qin Yi explained with a smile. “You might not be able to help much with financial investment, but you should know a bit about entertainment and media, right? After all, you’ve worked at an MCN Company for a while. Help me consult on the new company's organizational structure and personnel composition, and give me some suggestions.”

When Qin Xiaoyue heard this, she immediately felt like backing out. Although she had some understanding of the entertainment and media industry, she had zero experience in the actual formation and operation of a company. So, she looked at Qin Yi with a bitter face. “Me, consult for you? Big brother, you think too highly of me. I studied fashion design; how could I understand any of this...”

“You, stop being so modest and have some confidence in yourself!” Qin Yi interrupted her with a laugh. “You studied fashion design and still managed to do well at an MCN Company, which shows you’re quite capable. Just help me think about it for now, and we’ll discuss it later; it’s not like I’m asking you to do it alone. Your MCN Company should have some top-tier streamers, right? If not, we can just poach all those big streamers.”

“Uh... Brother, you really are a dreamer!” Hearing Qin Yi's words, Qin Xiaoyue couldn't help but give him a thumbs up, complaining somewhat speechlessly.

Qin Yi ignored Qin Xiaoyue's complaints and looked at Xu Qian instead, continuing, “Qianqian, I put three laptops in the trunk of my car. Help me take them to your place first. The Apple one is for you. Your old laptop is way too slow; it's time for a change. The other two have the same configuration. One is for your brother—isn't he coming to Shanghai for university? He’ll need to buy one anyway, so consider it a meeting gift from me. I’ll keep the other one for myself.”

Xu Qian smiled at Qin Yi and nodded in response. “Young Master Qin, you’re so thoughtful. I’ll thank you on behalf of my brother first.”

“It’s nothing, don't be so formal with me. Alright, Fatty Wang is still waiting for me downstairs. I won't say more, I'm off!” As Qin Yi spoke, he turned and walked toward the door.

“Don't drink too much, and be safe!” As soon as Qin Yi turned around, the voices of Xu Qian and his mother, Wu Xiuhua, rang out in unison behind him.

Qin Yi turned his head with a smile, the corners of his mouth curving upward. “Okay, don't worry!”

...

When Qin Yi walked out of the T3 Office Building, he caught sight of Wang Tengfei on a bench under the shade of a tree. He was looking down, focused on a phone call, with a relaxed smile on his face. Seeing Qin Yi, his eyes lit up, and he quickly stood up, waving enthusiastically at Qin Yi, his face overflowing with deep brotherly affection.

Seeing this, Qin Yi felt a warmth in his heart and quickly ran over. Wang Tengfei said into the phone, “Old Third, wait a second. Old Fourth just arrived. Do you want to say a few words to him?” As he spoke, he handed the phone to Qin Yi.

Qin Yi took the phone, a deep smile appearing on his face, his voice full of familiarity and warmth. “Yuaner, what are you busy with? Let's have dinner together after work.”

On the other end of the line, Old Third Xin Mingyuan's voice was happy but also tinged with a bit of helplessness. “Sigh, don't even mention it. I’m on a business trip with my supervisor; I’m still on the high-speed rail right now. I won't be back tonight, so you guys go ahead and eat.”

Qin Yi raised an eyebrow upon hearing this and then smiled. “I see. No problem. When are you coming back? I’ll make it up to you then.”

“Deal! No problem.” Xin Mingyuan's voice sounded a bit excited. “Old Fourth, I heard from Old First that you’re starting a company? Impressive!”

Qin Yi smiled proudly and replied, “Hehe, that’s a given. So, any thoughts about coming to work with me? If you’re willing to come over, I’ll give you dry shares just like Old First! How about it?”

“Haha, sounds good!” Xin Mingyuan's voice was clearly excited. “Once I’m done with this side, I’ll resign and work with you! Don't lie to me now.”

“What are you saying?” Qin Yi continued, feigning anger, “When has Qin Yi ever lied to his brothers?”

“Hehe, just a joke. Don't be mad.” Xin Mingyuan hurriedly apologized with a smile.

At this moment, the announcement for the high-speed rail station arrival sounded on the other end. Xin Mingyuan said hurriedly, “Alright, I’ve got to go, I’m getting off the train. You and Old First eat and drink well tonight. Remember to drink my share too.”

“Hahaha, okay!” Qin Yi readily agreed. “Then be careful on the road and stay safe. We’ll drink together when you get back.”

After hanging up, Qin Yi handed the phone back to Wang Tengfei. Wang Tengfei took the phone, glanced at the screen, and casually tucked it into his pocket. He looked at Qin Yi with interest, a teasing smile on his face. “Alright, Old Fourth! Quick, tell me, how did you handle that old witch?” As he spoke, he leaned in closer, looking like he was all ears.

Qin Yi didn't know whether to laugh or cry when he heard that. He shook his head helplessly and sighed, “Cough, we’ll talk about that later. Yuaner can't make it today, and Old Second Chao Zi isn't in Shanghai either, so it’s just the two of us tonight. What do you want to eat?” As he spoke, Qin Yi threw an arm around Wang Tengfei's shoulder.

Wang Tengfei thought about it, rubbed his stomach, and suggested with a grin, “Let's go to the back street of the school for barbecue! That place we used to go to all the time.” As he spoke, a glimmer of nostalgia for the past flashed in his eyes.

“Sure!” Qin Yi readily agreed. “Then what are you going to do with these things?” He pointed to the cardboard box sitting next to the bench.

Wang Tengfei glanced at the box, which contained his water cup, a few pens, and a few books. He smiled indifferently. “These things? I don't want them anymore. The new boss is so rich; I’ll just have the new boss approve a budget to buy new ones later. What do you say, new boss?” As he spoke, he easily picked up the box and walked toward a nearby trash bin.

“Hahaha!” Qin Yi laughed at Wang Tengfei's back. “Alright! No problem! Then let's get going!” As he spoke, he quickly caught up to Wang Tengfei, and the two walked toward the roadside with their arms around each other's shoulders.

...

Meanwhile, in the presidential suite of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, the calm on Zhao Lintai's face had lessened slightly, and his brow was furrowed with a hint of worry. A-Mo had been gone for so long without any news sent back; he didn't know how things were going.

Just as he was hesitating whether to contact Chen Mo, his phone suddenly rang. Looking at the caller ID, it turned out to be Wang Ming calling.