(This chapter can't pass the review, it has been revised several times... part of the plot can only be briefly mentioned)

Zhang Dayong seemed to be in a good mood today, accepting Ma Baoguo's toast without any reservation.

Although the two usually had some interactions at work, it was merely a simple superior-subordinate relationship. After a few drinks, their relationship grew much closer.

After the third round of drinks, Qi Yun saw that the time was just right, so he found an excuse to leave the private room and went outside to smoke.

There were some things he didn't want to hear and wasn't suitable to get involved in.

Anyway, the opportunity was created for Ma Baoguo; whether the other party could grasp it depended on his own skills.

Qi Yun leaned against the corridor railing, looking at the artificial mountain fountain downstairs, the cigarette in his hand flickering.

Just then, the private room door not far behind him opened. A man with slicked-back hair, slightly drunk, came out with a beautiful young woman to go to the restroom.

Qi Yun heard the noise and instinctively turned his head. Their eyes met, and both faces showed a moment of surprise.

The slicked-back hair man narrowed his eyes, released the hand he had around the beautiful young woman, and staggered closer, with a slightly playful smile on his lips: "Haha, isn't this Mr. Qi? What a coincidence."

Qi Yun took a drag on his cigarette with a blank expression, then turned his head away, ignoring the man.

He still remembered the last time this guy snatched an opportunity from him, waiting for the right moment.

The man with slicked-back hair wasn't offended by Qi Yun's lack of response and instead moved closer, lit a cigarette, and casually said, "Not many people can make me suffer. I appreciate you. Want to come work with me?"

Qi Yun exhaled a smoke ring, smirking insincerely, "Not interested, can't afford it."

If it had been a few months ago, as just 'a food delivery man + street vendor Qi Yun,' he would have bowed his head and given in. After all, at his age, dignity meant nothing compared to his family's survival.

But now things were different. His position wouldn't let him bend easily just for a few words.

Although Qi Yun was somewhat wary of the slicked-back hair man's background, it didn't mean he would let the other take advantage of him.

The slicked-back hair man laughed aloud, his laughter echoing in the corridor: "Good, you have character!"

He flicked the ash off his cigarette, then patted Qi Yun's shoulder with a seemingly significant message: "If you change your mind, remember to contact me."

Qi Yun, with some disdain, brushed off the man's hand, staring at him expressionlessly.

The slicked-back hair man sneered, then beckoned the beautiful young woman, wrapped his arm around her slender waist, and left directly.

Qi Yun glanced at the man's departing figure, his brows furrowing slightly.

He had already learned firsthand in Kashi how narrow-minded this man could be.

"Recently, I must do things cautiously, can't give the opponent any openings..."

After extinguishing the cigarette, he checked the time and felt Ma Baoguo and the others should have finished their conversation, so he turned and walked back into the private room.

Sitting back in his seat, Qi Yun subtly glanced at Ma Baoguo. Although he was trying to maintain calmness, Qi Yun still noticed a hint of excitement he couldn't hide in his eyes.

The deal was likely done.

After a few more exchanges, Ma Baoguo used the excuse of going to the restroom to settle the bill. Upon returning, seeing Zhang Dayong seemingly having something to say, he took his leave first.

Once the other left, only Qi Yun and Zhang Dayong remained in the private room, but Qi Yun didn't actively inquire about what had happened earlier, and Zhang Dayong didn't bring it up either.

"Thank you for the thing the other day," Zhang Dayong hiccupped and passed a cigarette over to say.

Qi Yun smiled, accepted the cigarette, pulled out a lighter from his pocket, and lit it: "What thing are you talking about?"

Zhang Dayong squinted and also laughed heartily, having reached this position, who wasn't a clever person; he immediately understood Qi Yun's meaning and didn't continue the topic.

Instead, he said, "The thing about helping to uncover the human trafficker gang this time, I heard from the city bureau leaders today. You had just caught the spy, and now you've achieved another great accomplishment."

"It's a shame you don't work in our field."

Though spoken unintentionally, Qi Yun took it to heart, instantly alert.

He indeed seemed too deeply involved in these cases lately just to add a few protective talismans.

If this continued, he would soon become a criminal investigation expert.

He strategically took a sip of tea, chuckled softly, "It's all luck, just happens to encounter."

Zhang Dayong, however, was unconvinced. These two events might be explained by luck, but the provided address? Was that luck too?

He had always thought Qi Yun was merely a smart, capable businessman. But considering what happened in the past month, he clearly underestimated him.

Now Qi Yun's image in his mind carried a mysterious aura.

The person in Xialing Village getting caught was something even he didn't know, yet the other party not only knew but also had the exact address, his influence was evident.

Not to mention, even city bureau leaders might not find someone that quickly.

He now thought that Qi Yun was exactly the benefactor in his fate.

This time, again, it was because of timely information from Qi Yun that he was able to avert a crisis.

So he's already determined to maintain a good relationship with the other party no matter what.

"Brother Qi, to be honest, even though my trouble has been temporarily resolved this time, I'm still on the edge of a whirlpool. If I'm not careful, I might be pulled in."

"My little body can't withstand the storm, so if you hear any rumors in the future, make sure to inform me beforehand, old brother."

Qi Yun picked up the teapot and poured a cup of tea for him, laughing as he replied, "Director Zhang is joking, I'm just an ordinary citizen, where do I have those abilities."

"But we're friends, if you have any difficulties, I'll certainly try my best to help."

Zhang Dayong waved his hand after hearing this, "There are no outsiders here, don't address me by my title, just call me Old Zhang." Then he sighed and patted Qi Yun on the shoulder, "Having your words is enough."

"To be honest, the higher I go, the more empty I feel inside, and now I can't sleep soundly every day."

"Do you think I can make it to the other side..."

Qi Yun noticed that the other party really drank enough today and wasn't as cautious as usual with his words.

Perhaps he could casually inquire about certain circumstances.

Although he didn't want to get involved in specific matters, understanding the current situation was very necessary, given that he had some potential enemies.

So he took a puff of his cigarette and, seemingly casually, asked, "Didn't you just get transferred here not long ago, how did you get involved?"

Zhang Dayong picked up the teacup and took a sip, his eyes filled with helplessness, "The situation is very complicated, I can only tell you, where there are gains, there are losses. Brother Qi, you're not in this circle, there are some things you won't understand."

At this point, he sighed again, "The power to choose is not in my hands, I don't even have the qualification to remain neutral."

Qi Yun could hear deep helplessness in his tone and believed Zhang Dayong truly didn't want to get involved in these things.

"What's the current situation? Is it convenient for you to tell me?"

Zhang Dayong glanced at him, technically, he's said quite a bit today, but Qi Yun is his benefactor, and some things aren't an absolute secret.

He took another puff of his cigarette and lowered his voice, "The city is about to change its leadership..."

Qi Yun quietly listened to him finish and then asked, "Which side has a better chance of winning?"

"Normally, 02 has a better chance, but... Moreover, Deputy Squad Leader Zhou's attitude is quite intriguing..."

"So, until the very end, nothing is certain about this matter..."

Qi Yun stopped talking after hearing this, furrowing his brows and falling into deep thought.

...

The next day, Qi Yun only got out of bed at eleven o'clock, having drunk quite a bit last night, leaving his head still a bit groggy.

Zhao Qing left him breakfast on the dining table, and he ate buns while summoning the system panel.

[Current Intelligence Points: 5]

[Do you want to enhance today's intelligence?]

"There's nothing urgent today, just perfect to give it a try and test the waters..."

[Consume 3 intelligence points, enhance]

[Today's Intelligence 1 (Blue): The overseas Chinese tycoon Zhao Weilin is searching for his long-lost daughter. If you provide precise clues, the other party is willing to pay a reward of five million yuan]

Five million!

"But it's all headless and tailless, where am I supposed to find it for you..."

Qi Yun frowned and sighed, the blue intelligence came, but seemingly didn't, the accumulated 3 intelligence points are wasted.

[Today's Intelligence 2 (Red): This morning, Ma Baoguo spent three hundred thousand yuan at a smoke and liquor specialty store in the New District to buy several bottles of 'aged wine']

[Today's Intelligence 3 (Red): In the courtyard of 26 Futian Village in the south of the city, there is a thirty-year-old osmanthus tree, and after the homeowner's death, the neighbor wants to buy the tree for five thousand yuan. The homeowner's children are somewhat tempted.

This osmanthus tree is worth over seven hundred thousand yuan, Jingcheng Garden Company has long been purchasing]

"Hmm? This one seems pretty good."

After clearly seeing the intelligence content, Qi Yun immediately searched online for this company's contact information, then called to inquire.

The other party got a bit excited upon hearing about the thirty-year-old osmanthus tree.

"Sir, is it convenient for us to have our staff come to the site to check it out? If it's indeed as you say, our company is willing to pay a high price to purchase it."

Qi Yun paused to ponder for a moment and replied, "No problem, let's add each other on WeChat, and I'll send you the address later."

"When you send your people, it's best to bring a car and directly haul the tree away then."

After hanging up, Qi Yun dressed up to head out. At that moment, Zhao Qing called him, saying the villa at Golden Collar Villa had been renovated and that he should find time to check it out.

ps: Bosses, don't give me the monthly tickets yet, wait until the day after tomorrow for me, double monthly tickets at the end of the month.

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