Liu Zixuan looked at Jin Ye reaching out for a handshake, slowly stood up, stretched lazily, and said, "Just say what you came for. We're not that close, no need for all the pretenses!"

Jin Ye was visibly taken aback, then smiled and said, "Young Liu really is straightforward. It's just that my legs aren't quite convenient, might I sit down and talk with you?"

"Go ahead and sit then. This broad street isn't crowded with cars or people, sit wherever you like. It's not like I can stop you!"

"Kid, watch how you talk. Do you know who you're speaking to?" The man next to Jin Ye couldn't tolerate it anymore; Liu Zixuan was being too disrespectful to Jin Ye.

This time, Jin Ye didn't intervene and instead looked at Liu Zixuan with a faint smile.

Liu Zixuan sat back on the rattan chair, a cigarette dangling from his lips, and mocked, "You're the ones who came looking to talk, I didn't plead for it."

"Don't put on airs in front of me. If you want to talk, let's talk. If not, leave—acting all important just seems like you're overestimating yourselves, and I couldn't care less about treating you with respect."

"You!"

"Alright, let's talk here." Just as the man was about to speak, Jin Ye interrupted him. He realized Liu Zixuan didn't consider him important!

However, it didn't matter to him.

He took out a hurriedly grabbed handkerchief, placed it on the stairs beside him, and sat down.

"Young Liu, we're all straightforward people, so I won't beat around the bush. I've come concerning Fan Xingkong."

Liu Zixuan's lips twitched slightly; he knew now that anyone who came knocking would certainly have something significant going on.

Looks like this so-called Jin Ye is the big name behind Fan Xingkong.

Someone almost on par with the ten influential figures!

Liu Zixuan straightened up, saying, "And how does Jin Ye wish to discuss this?"

"Times have changed; it's no longer the era of fighting and killing for territory. Nowadays, it's all about seeking fortune. If we could all make concessions, at least for my sake, you and Fan Xingkong could each take a step back."

Jin Ye said, leisurely placing his hands on his cane.

Liu Zixuan curiously asked, "And what would those concessions be?"

"I've looked into it; Fan Xingkong wants to swallow up the businesses previously owned by Cheng Hua and Niu Lao Wu, taking over the street's management rights along the way. As for you, Young Liu, you just happen to be romantically involved with this shopping district's landlord, Luo Xi, so naturally, you're not backing down either."

"How about this? I let him swallow Cheng Hua and Niu Lao Wu's businesses, but leave the management rights of this street entirely to you, Young Liu. I'll host a meal for both of you to make amends and shake hands."

"Being neighbors, we're bound to meet often, there's no need to strain our relationships over trivialities."

"Sounds like a decent proposal," Liu Zixuan smiled, "I've never had an interest in Cheng Hua and Niu Lao Wu's business. What I care about is whether this street can remain peaceful. Jin Ye's words seem to solve my issues on that front. But will Fan Xingkong agree? After all, this street is a juicy piece of business!"

Jin Ye laughed heartily, "Since I'm here today, there's no reason he wouldn't agree. The real question is how Young Liu feels."

"I've always been someone who strikes back only when provoked. As long as he doesn't meddle with this street, he can become the big shot of West City; it has nothing to do with me!"

Upon saying this, Liu Zixuan suddenly smirked disdainfully, "However, it seems we're already in an irreconcilable situation. I fear I can't simply take Jin Ye's word for it!"

Jin Ye was silent for a moment before telling the man next to him, "Call Xingkong over!"

"Alright," the man said, taking out his phone and dialing.

Jin Ye smiled and said, "I'll call Fan Xingkong over and mediate between you two. If he agrees and you have no objections, then previous issues can be put behind us, alright?"

Liu Zixuan shrugged, "Sure, I'm not bothered!"

Thinking, if he truly wants to bury the hatchet, that's fine by him. But would he really go through all this trouble without some agenda? I'm not your dad; would you treat me so courteously without some hidden intent?

"That's good then."

Jin Ye nodded and laughed, "To be honest, I originally intended to take over this street. But due to Cheng Hua and Niu Lao Wu's presence, I delayed action, giving the younger folks a chance!"

"Now that Cheng Hua is dead and Niu Lao Wu is out of the picture, Young Liu, such a character filling in the gap is quite ideal."

"So I should be grateful to Jin Ye then?" Liu Zixuan replied with a layered laugh.

"No need. I appreciate young people like you with drive and enjoy supporting talents like you. It doesn't matter who's making money, as long as we're not enemies, everything's negotiable. I hope that after this, we can consider each other friends. Helping each other out in the future!"

After Jin Ye spoke, Liu Zixuan had a decent guess—Jin Ye didn't come here as a peacemaker.

He wanted to seize this opportunity to recruit Liu Zixuan, with Liu Zixuan and Fan Xingkong both under his wing.

What a calculating move, a few simple words could accomplish such a thing.

But... Liu Zixuan never plays second to anyone!

At this moment, Liu Zixuan didn't outright reveal this intention; he wanted to wait for Fan Xingkong's arrival and see how he plan.

While making occasional conversation with Jin Ye, a sedan slowly pulled up after a short while.

Fan Xingkong walked over with two burly men, standing opposite Jin Ye, and bowed.

"Since everyone is here, let's talk." Jin Ye said with a smile.

"We shouldn't have Jin Ye sitting here; I've just reserved a private room at the Celestial Tea House. Let's go over there to drink and discuss." Fan Xingkong said with flattery.

Jin Ye slowly stood up, looking at Liu Zixuan, "Young Liu, come join us for some tea."

Liu Zixuan let out a meaningful laugh, "No problem going, just worried that Brother Xingkong might stab me while I'm drunk!"

"With Jin Ye here, would I dare cross you?" Fan Xingkong's face turned ugly, having bathed for three hours and used six bottles of cologne to rid the unpleasant scent from Liu Zixuan's previous insult.

"Hahaha, just kidding! Brother Xingkong, no need to take it seriously!" Liu Zixuan teased with a laugh, "You lead the way, let me lock up the clinic then I'll be there!"

"Hmph!" Fan Xingkong grunted, assisting Jin Ye into one of the vehicles.

Liu Zixuan squinted and watched them leave, slowly curving his lips, "Let's see what tricks you're up to!"

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