Xiang Xin smiled and said, "This bar is registered in Xiaguang District. You can ask the Industry and Commerce Bureau to arrange someone to check it out, right?"
Fang Zhicheng sighed and said, "What time is it now? I don't want to make a big fuss. After thinking about it, I can only ask you for help."
Xiang Xin nodded, waved to Manager Pi, and said, "I've heard of the owner of the Palace Bar, Brother Wai, who is known as the underground emperor of Hanzhou. Tell him that Xiang's friend drank fake wine at his place, and see what he will do."
Manager Pi didn't know Xiang Xin, but seeing that Xiang Xin had a strong aura, he quickly called Brother Wai again. Previously, Brother Wai's reply was to let Manager Pi handle it himself. After all, he was the boss. If he had to handle everything himself, what was the point of him being the lobby manager
"Old Xiang?" Brother Wai is actually in the office almost every day, because if an important person shows up, he has to personally come out to thank them. The Palace Bar has been standing firm for so many years, which is related to Brother Wai's good interpersonal relationships. Otherwise, even if his backers are powerful, operating such a complicated nightclub will inevitably get his shoes and socks wet.
The image of Xiang Xin flashed through Wai Ge's mind, and he said calmly, "Wait a moment, I'll be right there."
Brother Wai, the reason why people call him that is because he has a habit of subconsciously crossing his legs when standing in one place, which gives people a feeling that he is crooked.
Fang Zhicheng carefully looked at this local tyrant of the underground world. He was more handsome than he had imagined, with fair complexion, neatly combed hair, a thin face, and a height of just over 1.7 meters. However, his facial features were very cold, and his eyes were indifferent, as if he exuded a chill.
Brother Wai took the initiative to shake hands with Xiang Xin and said with a smile: "It turns out to be Director Xiang. The flood has washed away the Dragon King Temple. Lao Pi, quickly go and change two bottles of good wine. I will treat Director Xiang to a drink."
Manager Pi secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, he was quite alert and had handled the conflicts prudently. If the situation had escalated, it might not have ended well.
Brother Wai glanced at Fang Zhicheng, Shang Yan and Qi Yu, and asked with a smile: "Is this your friend?"
Xiang Xin found that Fang Zhicheng had secretly winked at him, and said with a smile: "That's right, since Brother Wai has spoken, then let the matter go and there is no need to pursue it. However, I have to remind you that you still have to be honest in doing business and not pass inferior products off as good ones or fake products off as real ones." Xiang Xin tacitly did not reveal Fang Zhicheng's true identity.
Brother Wai waved his hand and said jokingly, "Old Xiang, every profession has its own problems. You should just do your job as the Public Security Bureau Director. Fighting against counterfeiting is the job of the Industry and Commerce Bureau."
Xiang Xin smiled noncommittally, thinking that Brother Wai's words were full of meaning. Brother Wai's words had two meanings. First, Xiang Xin, you want to save face. Brother Wai has given you enough face. Why not just let it go, shake hands and make peace. We are still friends who have exchanged pleasantries. As for whether he sells fake wine or not, it has nothing to do with him, a police chief. The second meaning is that he is not afraid of Xiang Xin finding fault. If he really wants to make a big deal out of it, he has various ways to make trouble for Xiang Xin.
Brother Wai was very skillful in his speech. He had no friendship with Xiang Xin, but he knew Xiang Xin and that he was a man who had a say in Hanzhou. Brother Wai still hoped to maintain a good relationship with Xiang Xin, at least you go your way and I go mine.
Xiang Xin waved his hand and said lightly: "Brother Wai, what you said makes sense. As the director of the Public Security Bureau, I don't care about the problem of fake wine. Otherwise, tonight would not be so simple. I'm afraid that not only the wine on the bar, but also your warehouse will have to be checked for authenticity."
Brother Wai had a blank expression on his face, but he was furious in his heart. It looked like Xiang Xin was joking with him, but in fact, he was threatening him. He smiled and replied, "Old Xiang, if you do this, I'm afraid no bar in Hanzhou will survive. Fortunately, you are not the director of the Industry and Commerce Bureau."
Manager Pi took out the money Shang Yan had just given him, and also brought two bottles of red wine. Just as he was about to open the bottles, Fang Zhicheng waved his hand and said, "Old Xiang, don't open the wine. We feel a little uncomfortable staying here. Let's find a place to relax."
Xiang Xin looked around with a smile on his face and said, "It's too noisy and smoky here, it's really not suitable for chatting. Brother Wai, keep your wine for now, and give it to me next time when I bring my friends over."
Brother Wai gave Manager Pi a look, and Manager Pi stopped drinking. Manager Pi approached Brother Wai and asked in a low voice, "Brother Wai, who is this person named Xiang?"
Brother Wai's face darkened and he said, "Although Xiang is difficult to deal with, the young man who doesn't talk much may be a real threat. Find out who this person is right now."
Brother Wai actually had a hunch about who this person would be, but he still had to confirm it before making a countermeasure. Although there was no direct conflict today, he could vaguely sense that there was a fire in the young man's heart.
Chapter 0552: Evil thoughts arise and ruthless actions
Xiang Xin was a good guide. He took a few people to a nearby bar with a nice environment. The interior was decorated in a very upscale style, and the furnishings were all Mediterranean-style handicrafts. There were many customers inside, but it was very quiet. The music was not monotonous, but soothing with a bit of passion, which was refreshing.
Qi Yu was also quite surprised and said with a smile: "I didn't expect that Hanzhou would have such a sentimental place. I suspect the owner is a foreigner. Because without personal experience, it is impossible to authentically replicate such a sentimental place."
Xiang Xin was very impressed with Qi Yu's judgment and nodded, "The boss lady is of mixed blood. She grew up in the Aegean Sea before she was 18 years old, so she has a lot of exotic customs. She is not very old, just over 30 years old. I will introduce her to you later."
Fang Zhicheng smiled and said, "Old Xiang, you really are a living map of Hanzhou. It seems that you can find acquaintances everywhere."
Xiang Xin shrugged and said, "This is the basic quality of a police officer. Only by getting close to the common people can you get more clues. If there is any case, there will be enough spies to help you find out the clues."
Fang Zhicheng looked at Xiang Xin seriously and said with a smile: "I admire you for this!"
Not long after, the proprietress came over to entertain them. She was very familiar with Xiang Xin and even gave him a passionate hug. Xiang Xin then introduced Fang Zhicheng and others to the proprietress without pointing out his identity. After all, public officials should try to keep a low profile when coming to entertainment venues.
There is an open-air balcony on the second floor with some seats. The proprietress Linda arranged them here and introduced with a smile: "This is the place with the best view in the bar. On the right is the Guhan River and on the left is Jiangnan Water Street. It's comfortable and cozy to have a glass of wine."
Qi Yu stretched herself, took a deep breath of fresh air, and said with emotion: "Hanzhou is actually a place suitable for relaxation. If we build a resort, the effect will definitely be good. Of course, this resort needs to be different from other cities. Now many resorts in China are too sloppy and have no threshold, which is not conducive to management, and also affects the environment and reputation."
Fang Zhicheng smiled and said, "Mr. Qi, you can definitely invest in a high-end resort in Hanzhou. I support your work unconditionally."
Qi Yu rolled her eyes at Fang Zhicheng and said with a smile, "You keep talking about your business. You are inexplicably attracting investment again. Didn't we agree that we don't talk about work during our free time?"
Fang Zhicheng smiled awkwardly. He knew that he was a little impatient and his purpose was too obvious. However, he knew that Qi Yu didn't mind. The two of them came with a purpose. There was no need to hide it. It would make them look too scheming.
Fang Zhicheng said: "Okay, from now on, let's not talk about work, but about feelings and life, how about that?"
Qi Yu spread her hands helplessly and said, "What kind of feelings and life can I have? I work every day. My dad did introduce me to a few good-looking men, but I'm not interested in any of them."
Fang Zhicheng laughed and said, "You have too high standards!"
Qi Yu stared at Fang Zhicheng carefully for a few times, then shook her head and said, "My standards are not high at all. I just hope that we can have common topics to talk about."
Fang Zhicheng joked: "Do you think you have anything in common with me?"
Qi Yu coughed and said, "Your question is too ambiguous. I don't want to answer you."
Shang Yan had remained silent, and now she looked a little unhappy, and said, "Boss, I feel a little unwell, can I go back first?"
Fang Zhicheng was slightly startled, thinking that it was indeed inappropriate to call Shang Yan out so late, so he nodded and said, "Then you can go back. I will reimburse you for the taxi fare tomorrow."
Shang Yan left in a sullen mood, Qi Yu leaned close to Fang Zhicheng's ear and whispered, "Xiao Shang has feelings for me!"
Fang Zhicheng quickly waved his hands and explained, "Don't think too much. She is really tired. Tomorrow morning, there are still many things that need her to deal with."