I Have 10 Trillion Dollars only Usable For Simping
Chapter 822 - 610 Gathering of Talents

Chapter 822: 610 Gathering of Talents

"When those people came to the hotel earlier, it startled me; I thought they were here for revenge."

After the banquet, Jiang Chen and Lan Peizhi rode back to the Haojiang Peninsula.

Yu Guangrong was a very warm and hospitable person, and had a considerable tolerance for alcohol. Although he was not completely intoxicated, Jiang Chen still felt slightly tipsy and could not help but exhale the smell of alcohol.

Compared to him, Lan Peizhi, who had also had his fair share of drinks, showed no change in expression and calmly asked, "Do you have enemies in Haojiang?"

"No."

Jiang Chen laughed and shook his head, "This is my first time in Haojiang."

The driver drove at a very smooth pace.

Indeed.

Haojiang is originally a city that could be measured by foot.

Jiang Chen rolled down the car window, creating a gap to let in the cool evening breeze, which alleviated some of his grogginess.

"Since we’re here to rob, shouldn’t we keep a low profile?"

He lowered his tone appropriately.

Though enjoying himself, Jiang Chen instinctively felt that making such a big noise was not quite right.

"It wasn’t my idea; it was arranged by Yu Guangrong."

Jiang Chen took the opportunity to inquire, "What does that Mr. Yu do?"

Lan Peizhi, guessing that he was unaware of Yu Guangrong’s background, didn’t mock Jiang Chen for his ignorance and simply explained, "He’s the biggest Stacking code in Haojiang."

Jiang Chen was surprised.

He indeed had never been to Haojiang and was unfamiliar with the power structure there, but he had at least heard of the term before.

"Stacking code."

It could be understood as a sort of intermediary.

Similar to a pimp, its role is to attract wealthy clients for casinos; those clients spend money in the casino, and in turn, the middleman earns a commission.

Although it might sound unimpressive, one should never underestimate this profession.

Any field, if mastered to its limits, is formidable.

Just considering the way people were sent to receive him earlier, how many could afford such an extravagance?

Even though Stacking codes seem to serve the casinos and are attached to them, a Stacking code of a certain level can sit on par with the casinos.

It’s no exaggeration to say that the big players who once reigned supreme in Haojiang almost all started as Stacking codes.

Now.

It’s still the same!

"Which casino does he work for?"

Jiang Chen continued to ask, and then ventured a guess, "It isn’t the He Family, is it?"

Lan Peizhi remained silent and then nodded.

"..."

Jiang Chen instantly quieted down, furrowing his brows.

As a member of the He Family, why would he welcome him and Lan Peizhi with such pomp?

Could it be that he didn’t know the real purpose of Lan Peizhi’s visit to Haojiang?

Impossible.

Being able to work his way up from the bottom to become the biggest Stacking code in Haojiang, Yu Guangrong certainly wouldn’t be so naive.

Haojiang welcomes wealthy clients from around the world every day, but at this juncture, the intentions of the big players who come are not hard to guess.

It’s highly likely that they’re here for the three casino licenses that the He Family holds which are about to expire.

Yu Guangrong must be aware of this.

"Isn’t he afraid that the He Family would find out?" Jiang Chen couldn’t help saying.

"Although he made his fortune through the He Family, a Stacking code at his level, even if not overshadowing his masters, certainly doesn’t need to worry too much about anyone else. Furthermore, what he’s doing is the smartest approach."

Lan Peizhi spoke unhurriedly, "Causing such a big commotion, he’s actually letting everybody know. Do you think Haojiang is big enough that the He Family wouldn’t notice he’s meeting with us privately here?"

Jiang Chen caught on a bit.

"Hiding and dodging only raises suspicions; it’s better to be open and above board," Lan Peizhi continued. "It’s well-known that the three casino licenses held by the He Family are expiring, and many will come to Haojiang. By receiving them, he can not only display the He Family’s magnanimity but also can help the He Family discern these people’s intentions to identify friends and foes."

Jiang Chen suddenly understood and couldn’t help but laugh bitterly.

He was still too naïve.

Compared to an old Jianghu like Lan Peizhi, he wasn’t even close; there’s still a huge gap to bridge.

"But at dinner just now, I didn’t really sense his..." Liang Chen also said.

"People are ambitious; no one wants to be a dog forever."

Hearing this, Jiang Chen fell silent.

"I told you, he’s now not subordinate to the He Family. It’s more of a partnership. Whether the He Family can keep its soon-to-expire licenses is uncertain. Even within the He Family, there might be discord and secret schemes; do you think he, an outsider, would still be utterly loyal to the He Family?"

Jiang Chen nodded thoughtfully, "That’s true."

The busy world is all about profit.

Nothing more needed to be said.

"Is the money ready?"

Lan Peizhi glanced over.

Jiang Chen was stunned.

Money.

He had plenty.

Not to mention three casino licenses; buying the whole of Haojiang wouldn’t be an issue, but obviously, he couldn’t just say it outright.

"Would I have come to Haojiang if it wasn’t ready? But you should at least give me a specific figure. How much money do we actually need? So I can prepare."

"Three hundred billion should be more than enough."

"Three hundred billion?"

Jiang Chen frowned.

"If we can secure the licenses, this deal would definitely be profitable."

Jiang Chen was momentarily dazed, then quickly smiled and explained, "That’s not what I meant, I was just wondering, with three hundred billion... Is that really enough?"

Lan Peizhi fell silent for a moment, then looked at him, "Who said we’re going to swallow all three licenses?"

"..."