Zombie Bodyguard
Chapter 426 - 425: Illogical

Chapter 426: Chapter 425: Illogical

"Fatty, what is it? Tell me everything at once, don’t catch your breath," Lin Tian turned around and called out to Fatty Huang.

"Ah, Brother Tian, are you also interested in this kind of news?" Fatty Huang was taken aback, then seeing everyone staring at him angrily, he hurriedly unfolded the newspaper and said, "According to news reports, Qi Dapeng has sold Dapeng Entertainment Company and its related industries to Rizhao Group for a total of five billion RMB."

Sold to Rizhao Group? Lin Tian’s mind raced; previously, Rizhao Group had attempted to buy up high-quality industries in Xikou City, including the Zuo Family’s recreation center and Night Rose Bar, but he had thwarted their attempts.

Yet now it was suddenly reported that Rizhao Group had acquired Dapeng Entertainment. The acquisition of an entertainment company valued at five billion wasn’t considered large-scale in the entire Huaxia, not even medium-sized, but Qi Dapeng had managed it well, and it even had some stars. There seemed no reason to sell it to the Japanese.

Seeing that his words had stunned his classmates, Fatty Huang added smugly, "There’s a rumor that when Qi Dapeng used to fight in underground boxing, he was once sabotaged by a Japanese fighter, almost losing his life. Since then, he’s hated the Japanese. Whenever he fought against a Japanese opponent, he would definitely kill the opponent. Tell me, why would Qi Dapeng, who hates the Japanese so much, sell his company to Rizhao Group?"

Was that so? Lin Tian really wasn’t aware of these rumors; though their sources might not be legitimate, discerning eyes could usually see the truth.

Just like the history books we study, if even half of the official records are true, that would be surprising. The so-called official history is composed by the victors; would these emperors ever speak ill of themselves? Obviously not! Therefore, sometimes the unofficial history is closer to the truth.

"Fatty, where did you hear these rumors? Are they reliable?" Lin Tian asked.

Fatty Huang thought for a moment, shook his head, and said, "I don’t know who started it initially, but a friend of my dad’s, who works at Dapeng Entertainment Company, overheard some of these rumors."

So it was basically a fact that Qi Dapeng hated the Japanese; yet he also sold Qi Family’s industries to the Japanese, an act akin to cutting off his own lifeline. How could that be explained? Lin Tian was confused for a moment.

"Miss, do you know anything about the Qi Family? Have they ever considered emigrating overseas?" Lin Tian asked, frowning.

Lin Tian would have been pleased if the Qi Family had been acquired by the Xiao Family, but it was the Japanese who had acquired it, and it was those same Japanese with whom he had conflicts.

Last time on the flight to Zhonghai City, Lin Tian had severely humiliated Futian Yizhi by using his face to scrub the toilet and had foiled his plans several times. Most importantly, the attack on Xiao Manxuan was inextricably linked to the Japanese, which made them considered enemies as well.

Although Qi Dapeng might be a bit despicable, that was instigated by his son, but still, as a resident of Xikou City, being acquired by the Japanese did make Lin Tian feel uneasy.

"The Qi Family doesn’t interact much with the Xiao Family, but they are still city folks, and I have a basic understanding of them. I’ve never heard of any plans of theirs to emigrate," Xiao Manxuan pondered and said softly.

Without plans to emigrate, another possibility could be moving capital overseas, but all these were baseless conjectures. Lin Tian felt it was futile to think further, so he took out his phone and made a call.

Just as he stepped outside the classroom, a familiar voice came from the phone.

"Ah, Brother Lin, long time no see. My longing for you flows like the unstoppable waters of the Yellow River, beyond control. You don’t come to see me, or even see me, you could have looked for my grandfather..."

The only person who could talk endlessly like this was Zhou Botong, the joker. Lin Tian held up his phone, waited for him to finish, and then put it back down.

"Zhou Botong, if you keep being melodramatic, I’m going to tell you a sad story..." Lin Tian threatened.

"Hehe, let’s not be dramatic. Come on, you only call me when there’s something big. What is it this time?" Zhou Botong laughed.

"I’m about to start class and can’t talk now. Let’s meet at the Night Rose Bar at noon," Lin Tian said, checking the time.

"Sure, come pick me up at my place at noon and meet Grandpa while you’re at it. He’s been asking about you," Zhou Botong said.

After setting the time, Lin Tian hung up and went back to the classroom to continue his lessons.

Noon came quickly. Lin Tian dropped Xiao Manxuan off at her home and then headed to the Zhou Family’s mansion. The little girl initially wanted to go to the bar for fun, but as the bar was usually empty during the day, Lin Tian persuaded her to stay.

At the Zhou residence, Lin Tian was again dragged by Mr. Zhou for some tea, but Mr. Zhou’s big bowl of tea was indeed refreshing. Zhou Botong also benefited from it, as otherwise, Mr. Zhou would not usually offer him any.

After finishing the tea, Zhou Botong, who had a car, refused to drive and insisted on getting into Lin Tian’s armored vehicle. He said that even a sports car seemed like a sissy compared to the formidable armored vehicle, and it was just not exciting to drive.

"I’m telling you, Zhou Botong, you made me come pick you up just so Grandpa would bring out the good tea, didn’t you? You really went the long way around," Lin Tian said to Zhou Botong, who was in the passenger seat, with a smile.

Unexpectedly, Zhou Botong waved his hand and sighed, "Don’t mention it, I needed you to rescue me. It’s a long story."

Knowing Zhou Botong’s flair for exaggeration, Lin Tian just smiled and took his words as a joke.

"Damn, do you think I’m joking? It’s actually because of you. Because I know you, the business dealings between the Zhou Family and the Xiao Group have increased. Moreover, since I have shares in Tianxue Jewelry, my dad has dumped a pile of tasks on me. Even my last trip abroad was work-related. Nowadays, I’m so busy with work that only if you come to hang out will my grandfather and father not mind," Zhou Botong spilled all his grievances in one breath.

Lin Tian knew this guy, who had always been free-spirited, and suddenly having to handle so much of the family business was indeed tough on him. However, although Zhou Botong loved to have fun, he was not a wastrel and would not shirk his responsibilities.

Amidst Zhou Botong’s ramblings, they soon arrived at the bar, which was quiet during the day.

"Tsk tsk, I haven’t been here since the bar changed hands. I’ve caught you today, so don’t feel bad when I eat up a storm," Zhou Botong laughed.

"As long as you don’t harass the staff here, everything else is fine," Lin Tian said with a smile.

Aside from the on-duty waitress, there were no other customers. Lin Tian casually picked a seat, not bothering to book a private room.

A waitress approached, her cute face slightly blushing as she glanced at Lin Tian and gently said, "Boss, what would you like to order?"

"I heard the bartender has concocted some fine medicinal liquor. Bring some for my friend to try," Lin Tian said casually, and the waitress nodded and left.

"Brother Lin, confess, hiring such beautiful waitresses for the bar, do you have ulterior motives? That waitress just now looked at you with such affection," Zhou Botong said with a sleazy laugh.

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