Chapter 692: Three Fools and an Old Fox

In the blink of an eye, it was night.

Deng Xuan and Deng Tianwen were waiting at the airport to pick up some people.

The ones arriving tonight from the Northwest were Deng Tianfeng, Deng Tiansheng, and Deng Tianfang.

“Third Uncle, it seems like Uncle is being pretty fair this time. Old Three, Old Five, and Old Six are all here.”

Deng Tianwen said with a grin, a strange glint flashing in his eyes.

“Hehe, yes.” Deng Xuan’s smile was forced, tugging at the corners of his mouth, but it didn’t reach his eyes.

They’re all here, but it’s not like you’re planning to spare any of them, right?

“Oh, looks like they’ve arrived.”

Suddenly, Deng Tianwen raised his voice, a simple and honest smile appearing on his face as he walked over briskly.

“Third Brother, Tiansheng, Tianfeng, was your journey smooth?”

Deng Tianwen took the initiative and grabbed the suitcase from Deng Tiansheng’s hand.

Seeing this, Deng Xuan’s face twitched.

What a crafty fox, knows when to bend and stretch. He’s been hiding for so many years.

“Hmm, it was fine. Is the restaurant booked? When will we meet Xu Shaochen?”

Deng Tiansheng casually tossed his suitcase to Deng Tianwen, speaking with an air of superiority, as if Deng Tianwen were a mere servant.

Deng Tianfang and Deng Tianfeng didn’t even look at Deng Tianwen, and they didn’t bother calling him brother.

In their eyes, someone as mediocre as Deng Tianwen wasn’t even worthy to be their elder brother.

Once they took over as the head of the family, giving Deng Tianwen some menial job would already be considered a generous reward.

Deng Tianwen wasn’t surprised at all. He smiled and nodded: “Everything’s been arranged. We’re going straight to dinner now. All the dishes are your favorites, Third Brother. You’ll meet Xu Shaochen tomorrow.”

“Hmm, not bad. Finally, you’ve achieved something since coming to Jiangzhou.” Deng Tianfang nodded with his nose in the air, not even sparing a glance at Deng Tianwen.

“Third Uncle.” “Third Uncle.” “Third Uncle.”

When the three of them reached Deng Xuan, they immediately greeted him, completely different from how they treated Deng Tianwen.

“Hmm, get in the Car.”

Deng Xuan nodded noncommittally, looking at the trio with a complicated gaze. Don’t blame your uncle for setting you up. It’s just that you’re all too stupid.

“Tianwen, why are you just standing there? Hurry and open the door for Third Uncle.”

Deng Tianfang barked an order at Deng Tianwen.

“Yes, yes, yes. Third Brother, you’re absolutely right. I can’t believe I forgot such a minor detail.”

With a smirk on his face, Deng Tianwen bent down to open the door for Deng Xuan: “Third Uncle, Third Brother, please get in. I’ll drive later.”

Deng Xuan’s eyelid twitched. In his heart, he silently mourned for Deng Tianfang.

“Hmph! That’s more like it. Don’t let your little Jiangzhou accomplishments go to your head. You need to stay grounded.”

Deng Tianfang snorted coldly, speaking in a lecturing tone before getting into the Car.

Deng Tiansheng and Deng Tianfeng didn’t even glance at Deng Tianwen before following behind Deng Tianfang into the Car.

After seeing everyone get in, a sly look flashed in Deng Tianwen’s eyes as he climbed into the driver’s seat.

A moment later, the black Mercedes van sped off into the night.

………

Morning.

Inside Deng Tianwen’s room at the Jiangzhou Grand Hotel.

“Tianwen, didn’t we say we’d meet Xu Shaochen today? When are we going?”

Deng Tianfang asked, his tone indifferent. Deng Tiansheng and Deng Tianfeng stood by, waiting for an answer.

Sitting on the sofa peeling an apple, Deng Xuan silently watched the trio march toward their doom.

Deng Tianwen chuckled: “Third Brother, no need to rush. I called ahead. Xu Shaochen will come to the hotel to talk.”

Deng Tianfang and the others exchanged incredulous looks upon hearing this.

They didn’t expect Xu Shaochen himself would actually come to meet them, and they immediately felt a bit smug.

“Hehe, seems like the Deng Family still holds some sway here in Jiangzhou. Since Xu Shaochen is giving us this kind of face, we should keep up appearances and not be made a laughingstock.”

Deng Tianfang said confidently, his face filled with pride.

“Third Brother is right. Since Xu Shaochen is giving us this much deference, our Deng Family has clearly maintained its strength.”

“No wonder Xu Shaochen’s willing to pay up. Looks like he genuinely fears the Deng Family.”

Deng Tianfeng and Deng Tiansheng chimed in, their expressions brimming with self-satisfaction.

A hint of mockery flickered in Deng Tianwen’s eyes, but he quickly hid it and praised them: “Our Deng Family has always been strong, and now with talented people like you, we might break out of the Northwest soon.”

“Hahaha, Tianwen, coming to Jiangzhou seems to have made you more eloquent. Interesting, very interesting!”

Deng Tianfang laughed heartily, his face full of self-contentment.

Watching these fools get led around by the old fox Deng Tianwen, Deng Xuan couldn’t help but marvel at how oblivious they were, even as they thoroughly enjoyed being manipulated.

“Knock knock knock…”

Soon, there was a knock at the door.

“That should be Xu Shaochen. I’ll go let him in.”

Deng Tianwen said as he quickly walked to the door.

When the door opened, Xu Shaochen, dressed in a business suit, walked in.

“Hello, Mr. Xu.”

The moment Deng Xuan saw Xu Shaochen, he reflexively stood up and greeted him.

“Tianwen, why are you just standing there? Pour Mr. Xu a glass of water! You have no sense at all!”

Deng Tianfang scolded Deng Tianwen, but Deng Tianwen ignored him entirely. He didn’t need to keep pretending anymore.

Seeing this, Deng Tianfang felt a surge of anger, but he didn’t act out in front of Xu Shaochen. Instead, he hurried over to extend his hand for a shake.

“Mr. Xu, hello. I’m Deng Family’s third son, Deng Tianfang. It’s a pleasure to meet you.”

Xu Shaochen ignored the outstretched hand and said with a hint of amusement: “What a shame. I was in a good mood today, but seeing you spoiled it.”

“Hehe… Mr. Xu, you have a good sense of humor.” Deng Tianfang awkwardly withdrew his hand, his face turning several shades of red and white.

Seeing this, Deng Tiansheng and Deng Tianfeng felt some schadenfreude. They were glad they hadn’t rushed to greet Xu Shaochen themselves.

“Do you think I’m joking? Do you think I’m being funny?”

Xu Shaochen’s face darkened as he looked at Deng Tianfang and enunciated each word.

Deng Tianfang could feel the pressure coming off Xu Shaochen, a pressure he had only felt once before—from Deng Zhaoxiong when he was truly angry.

A moment ago, they had talked about making a display of the Deng Family’s prestige, but now, Deng Tianfang had completely deflated. Tightly pursing his lips, he said in a lowered voice: “Mr. Xu, we’re all busy, so let’s not beat around the bush. Let’s talk about the 10 billion.”

“Is there even anything to talk about? You give me 10 billion, I stop making trouble for your Deng Family. Simple, isn’t it?”

Xu Shaochen said calmly, as if this were all just a trivial matter.