novelraw Chapter 115 Are you causing me trouble?
Chapter 115 Are you causing me trouble?
The first one is the Lei family in the east.
The Lei family controls most of the continent's energy lifeline, and the old man, Lei Xiaotian, is a notorious old fox.
On the surface, they keep to themselves and Su Qiu, but in reality, they always make small moves in terms of energy supply, trying to restrict Su Qiu's industrial expansion.
The Lin family in the west relied on their accumulated connections and political and legal resources over generations.
They openly occupy the moral high ground, using "rules" as a shield from time to time.
They created obstacles for Su Qiu's business, but dared not truly break ties.
After all, Su Qiu held a lot of dirt on them that they couldn't show in public.
There's also the "Shadow Alliance," which operates in a gray area and is located in the south.
The leader never shows his face, but his subordinates are spread across all walks of life, engaging in shady deals.
Occasionally, I would take on some orders specifically for Su Qiu.
But each time it only touched on something and then stopped, as if it were testing something, or as if it was deliberately maintaining some kind of balance.
These various forces are like chess players on a chessboard, each making their own moves and proceeding cautiously.
Su Qiu's industries have the widest range, from manufacturing to information networks, with a solid foundation.
The Lei family, holding the lifeline of energy, are fearless.
The Lin family has the backing of the rules and the advantage of public opinion.
The Shadow Alliance is like a venomous snake lurking in the shadows, ready to bare its fangs at any moment.
No one dared to make the first move.
The other three families also dared not unite against Su Qiu.
Another point is that Su Qiu controls the docks and possesses maritime resources.
If these three companies want to develop steadily, they have to rely on Su Qiu's dock.
Thus, the current delicate situation has been created.
On the surface, everything was peaceful, and they exchanged toasts and pleasantries at the banquet.
They turn around and start competing and pulling each other in the business world, both secretly and secretly.
You undermine me, I poach your talent, yet we always maintain a tacit understanding:
Don't cross the line, don't flip the table.
The water inside is deep, which is why Su Qiu didn't tell Shen Yi.
Given Shen Yi's control over the plot and Su Qian's abilities, they might cause some more trouble.
According to Su Qiu, Shen Yi was the king of the kids in kindergarten, but in front of her, he was just a spoiled little brat who would cry.
However, the good news is...
If the Lu family's ultimate backer is Florida, then things will be much easier.
Firstly, since the plot is not restricted, there is no such thing as a protagonist; whoever is stronger is also a protagonist, and she can kill at will.
Secondly, killing people in Florida wouldn't cause so much trouble, the weapons would be compliant, and at worst, we could just send a shell over there in a grand manner.
Moreover, she has a system that makes destroying evidence and eliminating the body effortless.
……
Around 5 or 6 pm.
After finishing her business in the territory, Su Qiu went straight to the kitchen on the fourth floor.
As soon as I pushed open the heavy wooden door, I heard a series of "crunching" chewing sounds.
Standing next to the kitchen counter was a huge man, over two meters tall, with broad shoulders, a thick back, and arms thicker than an average person's thigh.
The person happily munching on a pork knuckle bigger than her face was one of her squad leaders, Black Lion.
"Boss?"
With its mouth full of meat, the black lion looked up indistinctly. The moment it saw Su Qiu, it stopped gnawing on the meat, its eyes filled with uncertainty.
Previously, the boss never showed his true face and always wore a specially made mask.
After disappearing for a month, he returned and immediately showed his face.
He initially wondered if it was a fake, but the iris verification and fingerprint comparison matched perfectly, leaving him no choice but to believe it.
The black lion swallowed the meat in its mouth, chuckled, and ran over like a clumsy bear, the floor beneath its feet trembling.
"Boss, are you here for dinner too?"
Su Qiu walked in, raised an eyebrow, and spoke with a hint of mockery:
"Isn't that obvious?"
"Hehehe." Black Lion scratched the back of his head, chuckled twice, revealing two rows of neat white teeth.
"Where are the others?" Su Qiu walked to the dining table and sat down.
"They're all still busy, not back yet." Black Lion stuffed a piece of beef into his mouth and mumbled, "Boss, when are you coming back?"
He was the most laid-back guy in the team; he didn't like to use his brain, but he was good at fighting.
Every time he goes on a mission, all he has to do is swing his fist and charge forward; he's a complete goofball.
Su Qiu glanced at him: "Don't you want me to come back?"
"No, no!" Black Lion hurriedly waved his hand, almost dropping the plate in his hand.
"I'm so glad our boss is back! Fighting with you is so much fun! Last time we fought those bastards from the Lei family, you kicked their boss three meters away with just one move. That was so cool!"
As they were talking, the maid brought over a perfectly seared steak, drizzled with black pepper sauce, its aroma filling the air.
Su Qiu picked up her knife and fork and slowly began to cut her food: "No fighting lately, so you stay put and don't cause any trouble."
"Mmm! I'll be good."
Black Lion nodded emphatically, picked up his plate, moved to the corner furthest from Su Qiu, and sat down, keeping his head down and focusing on eating.
It wasn't that he was afraid Su Qiu would steal his meat; it was just that the boss's invisible aura was too strong.
Even just sitting quietly made him feel a little uneasy; he only felt at ease watching from afar.
Su Qiu couldn't help but smirk as she looked at his cowardly appearance.
This black lion is as fierce as a lion when fighting, but usually she's as timid as a cat, which is quite a unique sight in the team.
After finishing the meal.
Black Lion stood up, clutching his round belly. Before leaving, he grabbed a shiny, juicy chicken leg from the table, waved it at Su Qiu, and grinned sheepishly.
"Bye-bye, boss!"
After saying that, he ran off like the wind, his back view looking like a bear that had stolen some food.
Su Qiu had just cut a piece of steak when her phone started buzzing, and Shen Yi's name popped up on the screen.
She picked it up casually, and Shen Yi's face immediately appeared in the camera's view, with an office in the background.
"Have you eaten?" Su Qiu asked casually, forking a piece of steak into her mouth.
Shen Yi's gaze lingered on her face, then he stole a glance at the plate in front of her, his voice tinged with a hint of grievance:
"I sent Lin Wei to buy it, but it hasn't arrived yet." He paused, a hint of worry in his eyes. "How are things on your end? Nothing's happened, right?"
"No," Su Qiu said, taking a sip of red wine. "Everything is fine."
"Then...can I look for you?" Shen Yi's voice was even lower, like a large dog that had been neglected, staring longingly at the camera, "I miss you."
If you act cute and ask her to come to you, you'll find out what she does.
But it didn't seem to work; Su Qiu wasn't stupid.
Su Qiu looked up, meeting his expectant eyes through the screen, and deliberately raised an eyebrow to ask:
"Are you here to cause me trouble?"
Shen Yi choked for a moment, his face flushed slightly, and he quickly waved his hand: "No! I just... just wanted to see how things are over there, and maybe I could help you with something."
"Good girl." Su Qiu put down her knife and fork. "I will naturally go back when the time comes."
Shen Yi's eyes darkened, but he still obediently nodded: "Okay, then... then you must tell me when you get back, tell me in advance, and I'll come pick you up."
"Okay." Su Qiu looked at his aggrieved yet hesitant expression and softened her tone. "Let's go eat. I have something to do."
"oh."
Shen Yi responded, but didn't hang up. He just stared at her on the screen for a while before whispering something.
"Then I'll hang up, you go about your business."
"Um."