Return to the City: The Strongest King
Chapter 247 - 248: What the Sister-in-law Says, Goes

Chapter 247: Chapter 248: What the Sister-in-law Says, Goes

Once that was settled, Song Xiaoru resigned directly from her previous company. Although she felt a bit reluctant, she hadn’t been feeling at ease at her previous job for some days. The girls she used to casually chat with now spoke to her with a hint of flattery and fawning, no longer as carefree as before.

Even without experience in starting a company, Song Xiaoru put all her effort into working hard, especially since her younger brother had invested so much money. Miao Qingqing too was very committed to the new company, and whenever there was time, she would discuss the situation of the new company with Song Xiaodu.

Song Xiaodong was a bit nervous about meeting Miao Qingqing, so he directly tossed the matter to Song Xiaoru and completely assumed the role of a hands-off boss. However, now Song Xiaodong often had to work overtime with Miao Qingqing and always came back late, which made him somewhat regretful. Without his sister at home, it was always dull.

On a Friday night, Song Xiaodong called up Wang Xiaoqiang and Li Gang to go out for drinks, looking for some fun.

Before the three of them even set out, Miao Xuanxuan called, so Song Xiaodong had no choice but to agree to take her along.

Miao Xuanxuan quickly arrived, and the moment she got out of the car, she excitedly asked, "Where are we going to have fun?"

Song Xiaodong replied with a smile, "To drink, of course. We’ll find a good place and have a proper drink."

Wang Xiaoqiang suggested with a grin, "Then let’s go to a bar. I heard there’s a new Heavenly King Bar that’s pretty good, although it’s kind of expensive."

Miao Xuanxuan waved her hand generously and said, "What does money matter? As long as it’s fun, we’re good. With Dongzi here, do you guys still worry about who’ll foot the bill?"

Song Xiaodong laughed and said, "You’re setting me up, eh? Fine, fine, it’s Heavenly King Bar then. Tonight, we won’t go home until we’re drunk."

The four called a taxi and headed straight to Heavenly King Bar.

The bar indeed had a nice environment, and the first-floor hall was quite spacious. It was already the start of nightlife, and about sixty to seventy percent of the tables were occupied. On the stage in the middle of the hall, there was a pole dance performance.

The eyes of Wang Xiaoqiang and Li Gang lit up immediately; such a place was beyond their usual spending limits.

After they found a table, Miao Xuanxuan unabashedly ordered a heap of things, racking up a bill of over two thousand yuan for Song Xiaodong.

As Song Xiaodong was paying, he said, "Miao Xuanxuan, are you trying to redistribute wealth away from the local tyrants?"

Miao Xuanxuan giggled and replied, "Exactly, we’re fighting against the tyrants here. Xiaoqiang, Gangzi, we mustn’t be polite with this guy. Order whatever you want. Oh, and I wonder if we can order girls here? Let’s get a couple for you guys."

"Why not order three?" Song Xiaodong rolled his eyes.

Wang Xiaoqiang laughed and said, "Dongzi, you’ve already got Xuanxuan, you still dare to order? You’re asking for trouble."

Miao Xuanxuan also didn’t deny it and said fiercely, "Dongzi, you’re really getting bolder and bolder, aren’t you? Don’t you want to stay safe anymore?"

The group laughed and joked for a while, then watched the show while drinking and casually chatting.

Song Xiaodong took a sip of his drink and said, "Xiaoqiang, Gangzi, I’m thinking of starting up a big fruit supermarket. It seems to be quite profitable these days. What do you think?"

"That’s a good idea. I’ve thought about it before, but the investment was too much, so I couldn’t do it," replied Li Gang immediately.

Song Xiaodong smiled and said, "Looks like you guys have found your way then."

Li Gang said, "Yes, I have a relative who’s in the fruit wholesale business, so getting fruit stock definitely won’t be a problem."

Song Xiaodong said, "Alright then, you two go and do some research on this and then set something up."

"Us?" Wang Xiaoqiang asked, looking a bit confused.

Song Xiaodong said with a chuckle, "Yeah, you know how lazy I am; I can’t be bothered with this stuff. I’ll just put in some money and collect dividends. As for the actual work, don’t bother me with that."

Wang Xiaoqiang and Li Gang were stunned for a moment, then they both instantly understood what Song Xiaodong meant; it was clear that he was looking out for the two of them because they weren’t doing well and wanted to help them.

Li Gang hesitated before saying, "Xiaodong, this might need a million, and it’s not even guaranteed to work."

Before Song Xiaodong could reply, Miao Xuanxuan interjected, "Only a million? That’s small change. Xiaodong can cough that up for you guys in a minute. Just go ahead and do it bravely, don’t worry about losses. If it fails, we’ll just look into something new."

She, too, had realized that Song Xiaodong was helping Li Gang and Wang Xiaoqiang.

"Sister-in-law, you agree too?" Wang Xiaoqiang and Li Gang both looked towards Miao Xuanxuan.

Miao Xuanxuan, quite pleased with this address, lifted her chin and said, "What’s there to disagree about? You guys are Xiaodong’s good buddies. Xiaodong’s doing well now; if he didn’t bring you along, that just wouldn’t be very brotherly. Just go for it."

Wang Xiaoqiang and Li Gang were both quite touched, but they didn’t play coy and happily agreed. Who wouldn’t want to live a better life? Now that Song Xiaodong was helping them, they were determined to repay him when they had the ability.

Song Xiaodong had been thinking about how to help these two brothers of his, from childhood to adulthood. Investing in Miao Qingqing’s venture and sending these two guys over could indeed make them some money and give them social status. However, Song Xiaodong knew they were not cut out for it. Doing that might actually harm them, so in the end, he chose this method.

"Hey, isn’t that Wang Xiaoqiang?" A group of people walked by, and one of the men stopped to look at Wang Xiaoqiang.

"Zhao Zhifei." Wang Xiaoqiang recognized the man as well.

The group stopped walking. Wang Xiaoqiang identified each of them; they were all his high school classmates, except for one named Sun Chen.

Zhao Zhifei said, "Wang Xiaoqiang, Young Master Sun here is quite the big shot. We’re all following him. Do you want to join us? I know the three of you were quite tough back in the day."

Wang Xiaoqiang cracked a smile and said, "Thanks for the offer, but I’m just looking to do some small business right now."

Seeing that Wang Xiaoqiang wasn’t interested, Zhao Zhifei didn’t press further, "Alright then, if you ever need anything, just let your brothers know. I’ve got your back."

Once the group had left, Song Xiaodong and the others didn’t think much of it and just kept on drinking merrily.

They kept drinking past ten o’clock. Even Song Xiaodong was feeling tipsy by that point. Although Li Gang and Wang Xiaoqiang were also drunk, they were surprisingly excited. Miao Xuanxuan was still in good shape, her face slightly flushed but not drunk. Just then, the DJ started to get everyone dancing, and the four of them joined the crowd on the dance floor.

Song Xiaodong really needed to use the restroom, so he told the other three to go ahead and dance while he made his way to the bathroom.

The restroom was crowded, and Song Xiaodong waited for a bit before he could relieve himself, and by the time he returned, it was already ten minutes later.