Chapter 1152: Calling Him Brother
by xennovel“Three minutes of silence for you.”
Xu Shaochen expressed sympathy for Wang Kun’s situation.
These days, even for an illegitimate child, hearing about a father like Wang Lan’s favoritism is something only seen in dramas.
“……” Wang Kun said nothing, thinking Xu Shaochen might be silently mocking him despite his comforting words.
Xu Shaochen coughed twice to clear his throat then continued, “Since Wang Zhanhang knows, Wang Sheng surely knows too. Try to approach him and see if you can extract some information.”
“Alright, I’ll try. Since I redeemed him from you last time, our relationship appears good on the surface.”
Wang Kun took a deep breath, feeling murderous at the thought that everyone but him seemed to know.
That’s why he mentioned his relationship with Wang Sheng seemed good on the surface.
Because privately, he wished he could kill both Wang Sheng and Wang Zhanhang.
“Think positively. If he knows, that’s great. If not, at least you have some consolation.”
Xu Shaochen consoled.
Wang Kun felt exhausted, choosing to hang up the call without saying more.
After hanging up, Wang Kun took a deep breath to adjust his mood before heading out.
Ten minutes later, he arrived at Wang Sheng’s house.
A standalone villa with a courtyard.
“Is my second brother at home?”
Xu Shaochen asked the guard at the door.
“Third Young Master, please come in. The Second Young Master hasn’t left all day.”
The guard respectfully allowed Wang Kun to enter.
First, because he knew Wang Kun’s status, even as an illegitimate son, he was the boss’s son.
Second, because it’s well-known recently that Wang Kun and Wang Sheng have a good relationship.
“Alright, thanks.”
Wang Kun nodded then walked into the courtyard.
“Second brother, I’m here to mooch a meal.”
He shouted just as he reached the villa door, showing their close relationship.
This is what they call shouting ‘Brother’ while plotting behind their back.
“Hahaha, third brother is here. Come in, come in. Looks like you came just in time for a meal, right?”
Wang Sheng came out wearing an apron—one of his hobbies was cooking.
“It’s not about timing, it’s about opportunity. Today I brought two bottles of good wine so we brothers can drink well.”
As Wang Kun spoke, he shook the two bottles of liquor in his hand.
“I have wine at home. Do you need to bring your own to mooch a meal?”
Wang Sheng pretended to be displeased, leading Wang Kun into the living room.
“Sit anywhere. I’ll add a couple of dishes in the kitchen. Didn’t expect your visit.”
Leaving this sentence, Wang Sheng went straight to the kitchen and got busy.
Watching Wang Sheng’s back, Wang Kun thought to himself, if there’s a chance, maybe he should spare Wang Sheng’s life.
After all, he’s aware of his own motives while interacting with Wang Sheng these days.
But Wang Sheng genuinely treated him as a brother, although they were indeed real brothers with the same father.
Soon, several exquisite dishes were placed on the table.
Wang Sheng and Wang Kun drank together.
“Second brother, I toast to you. Coming to mooch meals every day makes me feel embarrassed.”
“Second brother, come on, let’s drink another two glasses. I toast to you.”
“Second brother …………
Like this, Wang Kun tried various ways to get Wang Sheng drunk.
Half an hour later, Wang Sheng was drunk and babbling nonsense.
Then Wang Kun stopped pouring, knowing any more and Wang Sheng would be sleeping on the table.
“Second brother, I’m curious about something. Not sure if I should ask.”
Wang Kun feigned difficulty, as if hesitant.
“Plop.”
Wang Sheng threw an arm around his shoulder, reeking of alcohol. “Ask… We, as brothers, what can’t we ask? Huh? What can’t we?”
“Okay, then I’ll ask, alright? Second brother, I inadvertently heard our elder brother mention our Tianqing has a lab in Yunzhou…”
Before Wang Kun finished, Wang Sheng interrupted: “Oh, that? Yes, there is. It’s been many years. Why do you ask?”
Hearing Wang Sheng also knew, Wang Kun’s fists clenched with mixed emotions.
So, he was the only one who didn’t know?
Forcing himself to suppress his anger at Wang Lan, Wang Kun asked with a smile: “Second, where’s the lab in Yunzhou? Why not build it abroad?”
After asking, it seemed he feared misunderstanding, so he quickly added: “Of course, if it’s inconvenient, forget I asked. Last time I asked elder brother, he was evasive.”
“We’re family, what’s inconvenient? Elder brother just likes to pretend, even with family. He didn’t tell you, I’ll… I’ll tell you.”
Wang Sheng, full of bravado, spoke, encouraged by his rivalry with Wang Zhanhang and his drunken state.
“Second brother, you say.” Wang Kun restrained his excitement as he refilled Wang Sheng’s glass.
Wang Sheng finished the wine in one gulp, holding Wang Kun’s shoulder, he said, “It’s in Yunzhou, Tai… Tai County…”
Before finishing, he slumped over Wang Kun, sleeping deeply.
“Second brother, second brother? Second brother!”
Wang Kun was stunned, pushing Wang Sheng, seeing him sleep like a log, he couldn’t help cursing.
“Damn, couldn’t you finish your sentence?”
It’s like reading a novel at its climax, only for the author to suddenly cut it off…
Helpless, Wang Kun left Wang Sheng on the sofa and called Xu Shaochen.
“You got news so soon?” Xu Shaochen asked.
“Yes, Wang Sheng said in Yunzhou, Tai County.” Wang Kun replied.
“Okay.”
Xu Shaochen responded, waiting a while when Wang Kun didn’t continue, prompting, “And?”
“That’s it. He stopped there, then passed out drunk.” Wang Kun replied with helplessness.
Xu Shaochen: “……”
“I already narrowed it down to the county. With your power, you can find it, right?” said Wang Kun.
“Alright, leave the rest to me.”
Xu Shaochen finished, ready to hang up.
Wang Kun quickly added, “If possible, make sure Wang Zhanhang doesn’t come back alive.”
Wang Zhanhang was his biggest rival. With him gone, he’d be halfway to success.
“I know what to do. No need for you to teach me.”
Xu Shaochen said, then hung up directly.
Listening to the busy signal, Wang Kun was stunned, then chuckled. “Is this a reminder of your control?”