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Some people looked at each other. Although they were quite suspicious of Qin Fang's words, they didn't dare to say anything unnecessary due to the pressing situation.

Even though none of them betrayed He Feifan, Qin Fang accurately guessed it was him, which made them feel slightly relieved.

At least they didn't need to worry about Qin Fang torturing them for secrets, so they felt much more at ease.

"Tell me, what does he want to do?"

Qin Fang was uninterested in what they were thinking, only asking calmly.

Since even Kong Er had said that He Feifan was a complete schemer, it was certain that his summoning of these people wasn't without purpose.

"He wants us to lure you into a gamble..."

Young Master Liang hesitated for a moment, then lowered his head and confessed honestly.

"A gamble..."

Upon hearing Young Master Liang reveal He Feifan's intentions, Qin Fang pretended to ponder deeply.

Actually, Qin Fang already knew He Feifan's plan. Still, there was a difference between understanding it himself and hearing it from someone else.

He could guess that these people were sent by He Feifan to deal with him, but how could he explain that he knew they wanted to lure him into a gamble?

The He's business mainly operated casinos, and most of the He family members had some gambling skills. He Feifan was the son of Gambling King He, and even if his skills didn't surpass his father's, he was far superior to average gamblers.

Moreover, with the He's operating casinos, there were plenty of experts under their banner. Even if he couldn't do it himself, he could call in several experts to deal with Qin Fang.

He Feifan had a cunning plan—getting Young Master Liang to lure Qin Fang to the gambling table, where he could secretly take action against him. There was even a possibility he might act personally...

They had hatred and enmity between them, and the best way to resolve it was to make one disappear. However, that seemed excessive, so making the other lose face was also a good method.

Perhaps He Feifan was confident in his gambling skills, which is why he chose this method.

He Feifan's hostility towards Qin Fang was natural, given his petty nature, so Qin Fang wasn't surprised.

"Forget it, I won't make things difficult for you... Go back and tell He Feifan that I agree. He can arrange the gamble and inform me of the time and place..."

However, Qin Fang wasn't afraid. Since someone wanted to challenge him and even offered money, he had no reason to be polite.

Gambling was not something Qin Fang feared. In fact, it was one of his strengths. He had once challenged a former Asian Gambling King to a stalemate, so why would he fear a rookie like He Feifan?

"Almost forgot, Yu Zheng should be in Macau... I wonder how he's doing recently?"

Speaking of gambling, Qin Fang naturally remembered he had a former Asian Gambling King, Yu Zheng, under his command. Ever since Yu Zheng helped Qin Fang deal with Li Rui, he had gained his freedom.

However, he and Qin Fang had an agreement. In his free time, he could do as he pleased, but he must come to Qin Fang's aid whenever needed, even if it meant abandoning everything else.

Qin Fang hadn't needed his help, though. Comparing gambling skills, Qin Fang's master-level detective skills combined with advanced cheating skills definitely surpassed Yu Zheng's former Asian Gambling King abilities... hence, there was no need for Yu Zheng's help.

"You agreed?"

Upon hearing Qin Fang's words, not only was Young Master Liang shocked, but the others were also stunned.

It was clear that He Feifan had set up a trap for Qin Fang, and now that he had seen through the scheme, instead of avoiding it, he intended to walk into it. How could they not be surprised?

"Don't bother with useless talk. Just do as I said. If you dare to waste more words, I'll make you all lose a hand..."

Qin Fang didn't bother explaining. It wasn't necessary.

Just as he finished speaking, he saw Qu Yuancheng approaching.

"Qin Fang, what's happening?"

Qu Yuancheng looked curiously at the group, asking with a hint of confusion.

"Nothing, just made some friends!"

The group looked embarrassed, but fortunately, Qin Fang saved them from embarrassment, preventing them from being thrown out, which would have been humiliating.

"What's up? Anything you need?"

Qin Fang didn't care about their reactions and asked Qu Yuancheng curiously.

"We're going to celebrate the old lady's birthday and deliver our gifts. You should come with us..."

Qu Yuancheng, although a bit puzzled, didn't give it much thought and briefly explained the purpose of his visit. Naturally, it involved Qin Fang.

"Alright, let's go together..."

Qin Fang couldn't refuse, paying respects to the elderly for no other reason than making his mom happy; he couldn't treat it lightly.

Thus, Qin Fang went along with Qu Yuancheng and the others to the top floor's banquet hall. Each of the four members of the Qu Family's third generation held a gift box, containing the gifts they planned to present.

"Where's your gift?"

However, the group soon noticed that Qin Fang was empty-handed, having brought nothing with him. Qu Yuancheng was taken aback, "You didn't get ready, did you? I have a spare gift. I'll have someone bring it to you..."

"There's no need for that. I'll definitely have something ready by then... If I let you see now, you might get jealous or feel inferior..."

Qin Fang quickly stopped him, recognizing his goodwill but finding it unnecessary. How could he forget to bring a gift? It just wasn't time to reveal it yet.

"Is it really that exaggerated..."

This was obviously Qu Yuancheng speaking.

"Acting all mysterious, did you just wrap a brick in newspaper?"

Qu Yuanliang, who was displeased with Qin Fang, naturally couldn't resist his sarcastic remarks.

"Take it out and let us see, or give us a little hint..."

Qu Yuanqiu, the sister, was a bit curious, almost to the point of pleading, although she was several years older than Qin Fang.

"You're such a show-off... I despise you!"

Even the mature and steady Qu Yuanrui couldn't help but roll his eyes, harshly criticizing Qin Fang.

"Oh, come on, you and your mysteries... Fine, whatever, let's just go over!"

Everyone found it strange, but since time was pressing, Qu Yuancheng glanced at Qin Fang's eyes, which didn't seem to be joking, and so he said no more, quickly leading everyone to the top floor.

The top floor was bustling with activity, and those who could enter here were truly the rich and noble; almost all of the truly influential people of Hong Kong Island had gathered here.

Although Qin Fang wasn't a Hong Kong Island native, as soon as he walked in, he spotted several familiar faces...

Of course, he recognized them, but they didn't recognize him!

For instance, Li Family's Superman, Song Family's old Shipping King, Hu Family's old landlord... In short, all the real bigwigs who could attend had come, giving great face to the Qu Family.

It is said that the Top Ten Wealthy Families of Hong Kong were interconnected, forming an invisible web that tightly knit various wealthy families together.

Perhaps there were conflicts between them, but somehow, they could all be considered relatives with intertwined relations.

For instance, Qu Yuancheng married Chen Qi, making the Qu Family and Chen Family connected by marriage.

And Chen Qi's brother married a daughter from the Fan Family, so the Chen Family and Fan Family are also related by marriage.

The Fan Family's daughters married into the Li Family, the Song Family, and so on, making them in-laws... Essentially, they were all interconnected and tangled, with very complex relationships.

This didn't really concern Qin Fang; he wasn't particularly interested. His primary task now was to pay respects to the old lady and present his prepared gift.

Guest gifts from outsiders were immediately registered, but only the Qu Family's own members would present their gifts at this time...

In front, Qu Yuancheng and his siblings all presented their gifts in an orderly manner. Most were carefully selected, either jewelry the old lady liked, exquisite antiques, or items with commemorative value. The old lady seemed quite satisfied with these.

It was finally Qin Fang's turn, and the old lady looked expectantly at her only grandson, appearing a bit nervous.

Not only her, but even Qin Qing beside the old lady seemed a bit nervous, as she still didn't know what her son would present as a gift.

Tang Feifei, standing beside Qin Qing, elegant and peerless, seemed to be the only one remaining calm.

Nobody else knew what Qin Fang's gift would be, but Tang Feifei had some idea. Although she hadn't seen it very clearly, she knew more than the others.

"Grandma, here's the gift from your grandson... Wishing you longevity as boundless as the East Sea and as enduring as the southern mountains!"

Qin Fang was neither rushed nor slow, reaching into his pocket and pulling out a small box, which he respectfully presented to the old lady.

It was a very rustic wooden box, the red lacquer on it already worn off, with faint traces of moss or similar substances, showing signs of having been cleaned, though it still appeared somewhat dirty.

"Is this his gift?"

"You must be joking..."

"It doesn't seem very clean; could it have germs?"

At the sight of such a small box as Qin Fang's gift, many of the guests—regardless of their significant status—couldn't help but get gossipy, discussing it in whispers.

"Good, good, good... I'll accept it!"

The old lady didn't mind at all; she seemed as if she had received some extraordinary treasure, immediately taking this seemingly not very clean wooden box with both hands. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets, your support is my greatest motivation.)

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