fictionpage Chapter 34: The Problem Was Solved with a Single Phone Call
Chapter 34: The Problem Was Solved with a Single Phone Call
Lin Chen suddenly spoke up, making way for the water tank and gesturing for them to proceed.
"The cargo is in the hold."
"Since Blackie claims it's yours, why don't you verify it yourself?"
Blackie frowned.
The kid's composure was unsettling.
But he took advantage of his superior numbers and waved his hand.
"Amao, go up and take a look."
Two thugs climbed onto the deck, strode to the water tank, and yanked open the cover.
The searchlight beam immediately shone inside.
Holy crap.
Amao let out a startled cry that went off in a different tone, took two steps back, and plopped down on the deck.
Blackie's face darkened. He strode onto the boat, peered into the cabin, and his expression froze instantly.
Two enormous ornate lobsters swam in the water, while several red demons nearby nervously flicked their tails.
Blackie controls the seafood cold chain in the city and has a sharp eye.
He could tell at a glance that this was not something that the wholesalers in town could get their hands on.
This is a rare delicacy from the deep sea, the kind of food served on the tables of important figures.
"That old bastard Zhang Tiejun dares to use me as a pawn."
Blackie broke out in a cold sweat.
People who can get their hands on this level of top-tier goods are not ordinary retail investors.
This kid has a tough nut to crack.
Just when the black man was gripping the steel pipe, caught in a dilemma.
"squeak."
From the other side of the dock, the screech of brakes could be heard.
Three black Maybachs with provincial license plates (A) stopped.
Following closely behind was a live animal transport vehicle bearing the Yunhaige logo.
The car door opened.
Tang Mingyuan, with his suit jacket unbuttoned, scrambled out of the train carriage.
Following behind him was the executive chef of Yunhai Pavilion, dressed in a crisp chef's uniform.
Four bodyguards in black quickly spread out and took control of the pier. They were all burly men and wearing headsets.
Tang Mingyuan ignored the black man and the others carrying steel pipes and headed straight for the live water tank.
"Boss Lin, the goods, are they still there?"
The head chef had already rushed to the edge of the cabin. He took out white gloves from his pocket, put them on, and carefully reached his hand into the water.
A lobster suddenly flicked its tail, splashing water all over the head chef.
"Great, excellent, full of energy."
The head chef trembled with excitement and turned to look at Tang Mingyuan.
"Mr. Tang, these are wild-caught East China Sea brocade lilies. It's hard to find another pair like them."
Tang Mingyuan let out a long sigh of relief, as if he had finally breathed a sigh of relief.
He turned around and looked intently at Lin Chen.
"Boss Lin, these two Brocade Birds, plus this batch of Crimson Demons, will cost 100,000."
"I'll cover everything. Do you want cash or bank transfer?"
Clang.
Behind Blackie, a thug dropped a steel pipe from his hand onto the deck.
Lin Jianguo's legs went weak, and he had to hold onto the cable tightly to keep from collapsing.
Wang Fuhai opened his mouth wide, but couldn't utter a sound.
One hundred thousand.
It really is 100,000.
The black man's hand holding the steel pipe trembled slightly.
Spending 100,000 yuan to buy two shrimps and a few fish was beyond his comprehension.
The provincial license plate (A) and the Yunhai Pavilion signboard were both stimulating his senses.
Lin Chen did not immediately agree to Tang Mingyuan's request.
His gaze fell on the stiff-looking Black man.
"Mr. Tang, you can have the goods."
"However, this black guy from the city said that the item belonged to him and he wanted to seize it by force."
Tang Mingyuan's face instantly darkened.
His gaze was fixed on the black man, as if he were looking at a pile of garbage.
Which street in the city?
Blackie was a tyrant in the city, but those three Maybachs and several bodyguards told him that he couldn't afford to mess with this guy.
"It's a misunderstanding... Boss, you've mistaken me for someone else, it's purely a misunderstanding."
Blackie forced out a smile that looked more like a grimace, and unconsciously took a step back.
Tang Mingyuan ignored his explanation.
With Yunhai Pavilion about to open, these two lobsters are very important to him.
Anyone who dares to touch his things, he will take their life.
He took out his phone and dialed a number.
It rang only once before the other end answered.
"Director Li, this is Tang Mingyuan. Yes, from Yunhai Pavilion. I'm picking up some goods at Deepwater Port and I've run into some trouble."
"Several unlicensed SUVs, led by a man wearing a gold necklace, said they were going to confiscate my goods."
After hearing what was said on the other end of the phone, Tang Mingyuan replied indifferently.
"Okay, I'll wait for you to handle it."
hang up the phone.
Less than ten seconds.
"Buzz buzz buzz".
The black man's phone vibrated in his pocket.
He answered the phone, listened to only two sentences, and his face instantly turned ashen. His legs went weak, and he almost knelt on the deck.
"Understood... Director Li, I understand. I was blind. I'll get out of here right now."
Blackie hung up the phone and, without the slightest hesitation, slapped himself twice across the face.
Blood instantly spilled from his mouth.
"President Tang, Boss Lin, I was blind. You two are so kind as to ignore me."
Blackie scrambled off the boat and roared at his men.
"What are you standing there for? Get in the car. Get out now."
Three black SUVs didn't even bother to turn around; they sped off in reverse, crashing into two trash cans before fleeing the dock in a sorry state.
Lin Jianguo, Wang Fuhai, and the others watched this scene, their minds completely blank.
Tang Mingyuan turned around, his face now displaying a warm smile.
"Mr. Lin, please excuse my poor manners. I've already arranged for the finance department to expedite the transfer; please check."
Tang Mingyuan handed over a gold-embossed business card with both hands, adopting a very humble posture.
"This is my personal business card. Yunhai Pavilion will buy any such rare items in the future, in unlimited quantities. The price will satisfy you."
Lin Chen's phone vibrated in his pocket.
He took out his phone, and a text message popped up on the screen.
[Industrial and Commercial Bank of China: Your account number ending in 100,000.00 yuan has been credited to you.]
Lin Chen glanced at his balance and took the business card.
"It's a pleasure working with you."
The head chef immediately directed the bodyguards to use professional insulated boxes and oxygenation equipment to transfer the spiny lobsters and red lobsters to the transport vehicle.
Moments later, the Maybach team escorted the transport vehicle away.
On the dock, only Lin Chen and a few others remained, and the area returned to calm.
On the deck, Wang Fuhai moved closer to Lin Chen.
"Chenzi...really...really gave 100,000?"
Lin Chen nodded.
"Oh God..."
Wang Fuhai slapped his thigh, his eyes instantly turning red.
Lin Jianguo straightened his back.
Looking at his son, he felt that Huangni Village was about to undergo a major change.
Lin Chen was preparing to explain the return journey and plan his next steps.
Sudden.
[Beep. Red high-risk alert triggered.]
[Intelligence Update: Target Zhang Tiejun's plan to use someone else to kill him failed, and he has gone insane.]
[Enemy activity: Ten minutes ago, fifteen out-of-town fugitives assembled, carrying controlled knives and flammable materials.]
[Target Location: Huangni Village Old Wharf and Fishermen's Family Compound.]
Estimated arrival time: 40 minutes.
Zhang Tiejun, you're asking for it.
The harm should not extend to family members.
Since you're disregarding the rules, don't blame me for flipping the table.
Lin Chen strode towards the driver's seat.
"We shall weigh anchor now."
"Push the engine to full load."
"We're heading back to the village at full speed now!"