Chapter 544: Every Word Refuses Protection, Yet Every Word Is Protection!

Qingtian Architecture?

If it weren’t for Guo Zhengchang mentioning this company.

Chen Xiao would almost forget the company that has such a profound connection with him.

Moreover, the first million reward Chen Xiao ever received was offered by Guo Qing’s Qingtian Architecture.

Because Qingtian Architecture was responsible for the demolition and reconstruction work of Swallow Lane.

However, Swallow Lane was the scene of a murder case, which significantly impacted Qingtian Architecture’s progress.

So after Chen Xiao cracked the Swallow Lane fishbone case, the straightforward Guo Qing arrived directly at the Hongshan Branch’s criminal police team with two million in cash!

But after the Swallow Lane fishbone case, Chen Xiao rarely heard about Qingtian Architecture again.

Later, Guo Qing handed over the management of Qingtian Architecture to others to inherit the Guo Family, and he went to cultivate in Shencheng City alone.

Now speaking of Qingtian Architecture again.

Chen Xiao couldn’t help but think of those bold men who helped him dig graves.

Thinking of them, Chen Xiao felt a bit guilty, so he asked:

"Elder Guo, let’s talk about other things later. Can I first ask if those brothers Guo Qing arranged to dig up Su Donghai’s wife’s grave have been released?"

Guo Zhengchang smiled and said, "They were given a minor punishment, and released last week."

Chen Xiao said awkwardly, "I wasn’t very fair about that; I should thank them after they’re released."

Dai Hong’Er and Guo Zhengchang were a bit surprised.

To them, there was no need for Chen Xiao to keep this matter in mind.

Remembering it alone showed the kind of person Chen Xiao was.

As for those few men, how could Guo Qing not reward them?

However, Chen Xiao thought very simply; imprisonment and helping out are two different matters.

Even though they were only locked up for a short period, he still felt he should inquire.

Guo Zhengchang quickly realized this, and said with a face full of appreciation:

"What I admire about you the most is this: no matter who, it seems they occupy the same place in your heart."

Then, Guo Zhengchang explained: "After they were released, they all returned to work at Qingtian. Guo Qing was once a man of the underworld, and he always valued his underworld brothers greatly."

"So after being released, Guo Qing arranged for them to come back. Oh, by the way, there’s one thing to tell you: if my plan follows through, the person who will be in contact with you by then will be the head person’s sister."

Chen Xiao was a bit stunned: "The siblings both follow Guo Qing?"

"Yes, they have deep connections, so both siblings work loyally for Guo Qing."

Guo Zhengchang spoke of loyalty, not work.

This word also explained to Chen Xiao that no matter how dirty or tiring the work was, they were willing to do it.

So Chen Xiao should not worry about such matters.

Chen Xiao nodded: "Please share your plan."

"You withdraw from the factory and replace them with Qingtian’s people," Guo Zhengchang replied.

Dai Hong’Er immediately voiced out, "That’s not reasonable; Qiu Huasheng is counting on Chen Xiao’s investment. If Chen Xiao pulls out, it wouldn’t be good for anyone!"

"And even if Chen Xiao is behind the scenes, Qiu Huasheng might immediately be on high alert, thinking we’re trying to trap him."

Guo Zhengchang didn’t explain, but instead asked a few questions with a smile:

"First: What is my relationship with Chen Xiao?"

Dai Hong’Er replied, "Everyone knows about your relationship with him; there’s no need to elaborate."

"Then who is Guo Qing?"

This question made Chen Xiao and Dai Hong’Er suddenly enlightened.

Chen Xiao almost immediately objected: "No, sir, you’ve weathered decades of storms; now your reputation in Jiang Province is so esteemed. You can’t tarnish it just to take the blame for me!"

Guo Zhengchang laughed: "Who can smear me? Not to mention Jiang Province, even those as seasoned as I can’t ruin my reputation."

"So the best way is to let Qingtian enter. Qingtian belongs to Guo Qing, and Guo Qing is my grandson, which represents me. Our relationship across Jiang Province is well-known, so Qingtian’s entry signifies your involvement."

"But in reality, you haven’t entered; you can remove yourself at any time! As for me, living long enough to see your reputation in the business world is uncertain. If an elderly person still cares about reputation after years of living, it means he hasn’t understood life."

"Chen Xiao, I truly am old. The recent clash with the Qi Family has made me deeply feel heartily exhausted. So this time, follow my plan. On the surface, Qingtian squeezed you out, but the actual factory control will remain with you."

"By the time you two transform, Chen Xiao won’t bear any negative impact. Over these years, I think you should continue cracking major cases, so I hope you tackle more significant and high-profile cases in the future."

"It’d be best if you could solve cases to the extent that everyone in the country knows your name! By then, you will understand the importance of reputation and image!"

Chen Xiao didn’t know how to describe the words that Guo Zhengchang had spoken.

Every word neglected protection but inherently provided protection.

The emotions made Chen Xiao’s eyes moist with gratitude, "Why do you treat me like this, sir?"

"I hope that after I’m gone, you’ll take care of the Guo Family. Guo Qing is great, but his ceiling isn’t high. Moreover, he’s impulsive, and if he becomes the helmsman, but can’t control his impulsiveness, he might lead the Guo Family into irreparable disaster."

"Therefore, I don’t wish for the Guo Family to flourish under him, but rather, I hope you and he can ensure its stable inheritance. As for future matters, I can’t anticipate, nor do you need to worry."

"Every generation bears its own responsibilities, and after it’s done, the continuation is up to fate."

Chen Xiao nodded earnestly: "Rest assured, no matter what the future holds, my heart will always be with yours."

Guo Zhengchang chuckled: "Does this mean you agree with my proposal?"

Chen Xiao smiled wryly: "If I don’t agree, I’m afraid I might get a scolding from you."

"Haha, good you know. Youngsters should seldom defy the elders; you must listen!" Guo Zhengchang teased, causing Chen Xiao to laugh heartily.

At this moment, Dai Hong’Er said with envy, "Grandpa Guo, what if I’m envious?"

"Envious? Then have your grandpa pamper you!" Guo Zhengchang replied, causing Dai Hong’Er to puff her cheeks in fake grievance.

Soon, with some fatigue, Guo Zhengchang rose to his feet:

"Chen Xiao, you continue the discussion; I should go rest."

Chen Xiao agreed, standing up to assist Guo Zhengchang to his room.

After leaving Guo Zhengchang’s room, Chen Xiao dialed a phone number.

From the other end came the slightly surprised voice of another elder:

"Is this Mr. Chen from Dongzhou?"

"Yes, Mr. Huang, sorry to disturb you so late."

"It’s okay, I haven’t rested yet. Are you calling because there’s a sick person at home?"

"Yes, I have a senior who’s found himself increasingly weak and weary recently. I wonder if you could come to the provincial city in Jiang Province to see him?"

"Let me think, maybe the day after tomorrow. From then, I can stop my clinic for a few days and visit Dongzhou."

"That would be wonderful, thank you. I’ll pick you up at the airport then."

"Sure!"

Ending the call with Huang Zhao, the elder doctor from Shencheng, Chen Xiao looked at the room of Guo Zhengchang with a much-relieved expression.

He truly wished no harm would come to Guo Zhengchang’s health!

He hoped even more that Guo Zhengchang could witness a much greater future!