"Yeah, it's possible that you might end up losing everything."

Though it seemed like the two of them were being quite sincere, Ling Zhenfei still found it hard to believe, increasingly feeling that it was unlikely. Maybe this was just a scheme by Cao Qinglin and Si Mayang to cause discord.

For a moment, Ling Zhenfei didn't know whom to trust.

Seeing Ling Zhenfei's hesitation, Si Mayang said, "Divine Doctor Ling, we've known each other for quite a while. I wouldn't lie to you, so please don't partner with Cao Qinglin."

Ma Long also chimed in, "It looks like Mr. Ling still doesn't quite believe us. How about this, let's leave this matter for Mr. Ling to analyze himself, and we'll discuss another issue first."

"Another issue?" Ling Zhenfei was genuinely surprised there was something else.

Ma Long said, "We've had some misunderstandings, but I think it's just that, a misunderstanding. I heard from Brother Sima that you've already reached an agreement to open a restaurant together, right?"

Ling Zhenfei nodded and said, "That's right, we're opening a restaurant together."

Ma Long said, "Indeed, I want to collaborate with you. How about the three of us partner up to open the restaurant?"

Ling Zhenfei was slightly taken aback, "Three people opening a restaurant together, is that necessary? I've already discussed all the details with Brother Sima."

Ma Long said, "That's right. I've heard it all from Brother Sima. He's providing the place and taking a thirty percent share, and you are taking seventy percent. No matter how I calculate it, Brother Sima is at a disadvantage."

Ling Zhenfei was stunned. This Ma Long is just an agitator, who knows what he's up to now.

"What do you mean?" Ling Zhenfei was slightly angry.

Si Mayang said, "It's nothing, even if you give Brother Sima one percent of the shares, it's no big deal, since he agreed to it himself, but I want one percent."

Ling Zhenfei was surprised, "Why should I give you one percent?"

Ma Long said, "When I spoke with you last time, I mentioned that by relying on our International Plaza, Xi Shan Restaurant could establish itself nationwide, even globally.

Even just as advertising expenses, giving me one percent is not much, what do you think?"

Ling Zhenfei laughed, "Ma Long, don't you think you're acting like a local crook, collecting protection fees everywhere? Do you think I'll sign your empty promise?"

With that, Ma Long's expression darkened. He said to Ling Zhenfei, "Ling Zhenfei, don't think you can refuse. I'm already asking for very little."

Ling Zhenfei laughed, "Partnerships are about mutual benefits, but you're asking for one percent of my shares, yet I don't feel you're bringing any value. Do you think I would agree to that?"

Ma Long was angered, "Alright, Ling Zhenfei, you're really too arrogant. Do you know the consequences of offending me?"

Ling Zhenfei said, "And so what if I offend you, find someone to scare me in a hotel again? Do you think I'm easily frightened?"

Ma Long chuckled, "Alright then, I'll make you understand what regret feels like."

Seeing that the discussion was about to collapse again, Si Mayang hurriedly stepped in to mediate, "Brothers, don't be like this. Business is all about negotiations, let's discuss this calmly."

Ling Zhenfei smiled and said, "Is there anything left to discuss? Money is a simple matter, even if a beggar came by, I'd give them a hundred or two hundred yuan, but directly demanding money from me is like sitting on my neck and taking a dump. I won't take it lying down.

I may not have much ability, but I certainly have my pride. I started Xi Shan Restaurant all on my own, I refuse to believe I can't run this restaurant without others' help."

Ling Zhenfei stood up and walked out, knowing that once he left through that door, his relationship with Si Mayang would cease.

Ma Long, this Ma Long really is a troublemaker, ruining what could have been a great business opportunity.

But now, does he need to partner with Cao Qinglin? Just now, Si Mayang and Ma Long's words seemed so genuine, he was indeed starting to distrust Cao Qinglin.

Ling Zhenfei felt a bit frustrated inside, so he gave Li Ru a call. Having been in the Capital City for so many years, she should know some of the inside information.

Li Ru soon answered the call, clearly sounding very happy.

"What's up, my darling brother, thinking of your sister again?"

Ling Zhenfei said, "I'm always thinking of you, sister."

Li Ru said, "I don't believe you. If you were thinking of me, why haven't you visited in the past few days?"

Ling Zhenfei said, "I've really been busy these past few days."

Li Ru sneered, "By being busy, you mean getting involved in scandals with the Cao family's daughter, right?"

Ling Zhenfei didn't expect Li Ru to have seen the news too, and quickly said, "Sister, don't say things like that. Hasn't the rumor been cleared up already? Besides, I'm calling to ask you something serious."

"What's so serious? Go ahead and ask," Li Ru said.

Ling Zhenfei thought for a moment and asked, "Sister, do you know anything about Cao Qinglin?"

Li Ru chuckled and said, "Of course I know him, the Chairman of Lightning Logistics. Why, aren't you currently with the Cao family?"

Ling Zhenfei said, "Yes, I'm thinking about collaborating with Cao Qinglin to open a restaurant, but I'm not sure about him."

Li Ru's voice noticeably paused before saying, "If you're thinking of partnering with Cao Qinglin, be cautious. He's a sly old fox, and he's betrayed partners in the past."

Ling Zhenfei was stunned, it seems Ma Long and Si Mayang were not lying after all. Cao Qinglin indeed has questionable character.

"So you mean I shouldn't partner with Cao Qinglin?" Ling Zhenfei asked.

Li Ru said, "It's not that you can't partner, but it depends on the partnership model. If you can keep most of the control, then it's fine. Just don't let Cao Qinglin play you."

Ling Zhenfei said, "Alright, sister, I understand."

Li Ru laughed and said, "Are you coming to sister's house tonight? Your sister misses you."

Ling Zhenfei laughed, "Does sister miss me or miss doing that kind of thing?"

Li Ru coquettishly said, "You naughty little rascal, sister's just asking if you're coming or not."

Ling Zhenfei thought for a moment and said, "Sure, I don't have anything going on tonight, so I'll head to your place, sister."

"Really? I'll be waiting for you," Li Ru's voice was filled with excitement.

"Then wait patiently, sister, I'll be there tonight."

After saying this, Ling Zhenfei hung up the phone, looked at the time, and it was already evening, so he took a cab towards Li Ru's house.

Worried about being discovered, Ling Zhenfei directed the car straight into the underground parking of Li Ru's community.

After getting out, the taxi drove away, and Ling Zhenfei, remembering Li Ru's building number, headed towards one of the buildings. But at that moment, he suddenly felt a cold breeze from behind.

As a cultivator, Ling Zhenfei always remained vigilant, so upon feeling the cold breeze, he quickly dodged to the side.

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