CHAPTER 52: CHAPTER 51: THE GOD OF WEALTH HAS ARRIVED

Zhang Xingzhou, the mention of this name, among the older generation in Ningchuan or in the ears of those in the business world, is absolutely very familiar.

Back during the country’s reform, he was among the first wave, investing tens of thousands of yuan into construction.

At that time, tens of thousands was practically an astronomical figure.

Simultaneously, Zhang Xingzhou also demonstrated a talent for business. With development in industry, agriculture, and commerce, he embodied the spirit of an early landlord, owning countless properties, building factories on a large scale, and opening numerous shops.

However, for some unknown reason, Zhang Xingzhou’s name gradually faded, but his influence has always remained.

In fact, some shop owners still have Zhang Xingzhou’s name written on their lease contracts.

As for some of the real estate developers, behind them, too, is the name of Zhang Xingzhou.

Those properties remain his!

As for the factories, if you diligently investigate, you can still find Zhang Xingzhou’s name.

Unreservedly, half of Ningchuan is Zhang Xingzhou’s realm.

It’s just that Zhang Xingzhou, being cautious, dispersed his industries.

Now in Ningchuan, it’s unknown how many families’ rise is inseparably linked to Zhang Xingzhou.

There’s even a nickname given to Zhang Xingzhou by those who find amusement in such things: the Gatekeeper of Ningchuan.

They believe that the entire Ningchuan is like a chessboard, and the one controlling this situation is Zhang Xingzhou!

Ever since Zhang Xingzhou started to retire, wanting to see Zhang Xingzhou is as difficult as ascending to heaven.

However, anyone who has seen Zhang Xingzhou has soared to success!

For example, as rumored now, a certain long-established real estate tycoon was once in dire straits, but after meeting Zhang Xingzhou, in a mere three years, became a billionaire!

There’s also a pharmaceutical industry tycoon who was in debt due to outdated technology. After meeting Zhang Xingzhou, in just two years, his assets reached tens of millions!

This isn’t a mythical tale, but a reality.

That’s why they are all racking their brains, trying to meet Zhang Xingzhou.

They believe that Zhang Xingzhou controls half of Ningchuan’s resources, and if he is willing to lend a hand, success is as simple as taking a sip of water.

But, does Zhang Xingzhou, with such capabilities, make it easy for them to see him?

Several sturdy bodyguards blocked everyone outside, motionless no matter how they pushed and shoved.

Inside the elevator, Zhang Xingzhou calmly said, "A businessman is always a businessman, too focused on profit!"

Zhang Qishan nodded and laughed, "That’s precisely what makes them businessmen."

Zhang Xingzhou glanced at Zhang Qishan and shook his head.

As he grows older, Zhang Xingzhou increasingly dislikes businessmen.

He prefers simpler, more genuine people.

Growing flowers, weeding, basking in the sun, sipping tea.

He thinks this is quite good.

Those businessmen reeking of money, he doesn’t want to see any of them.

He arrived at the level of the Shangdong Group.

Nie Xiaoying was already waiting early on, and Wei Qingzhong, who got the news, was also waiting at the door.

The employees were puzzled, wondering who could warrant the chairman waiting at the door.

It’s known that the Shangdong Group is considered one of the top enterprises in Ningchuan, and after decades of development, its foundation is even stronger. The helm of Wei Qingzhong is such that with a stamp of his foot, Ningchuan would shake thrice. Who could make him put in so much effort to personally welcome?

Could it be a foreign client?

But that doesn’t make sense either, ever since he handed over the company affairs to Wei Xueqing, Wei Qingzhong hasn’t managed the company affairs!

Even if it truly were a foreign client, how come they hadn’t heard a whisper?

Actually, Wei Qingzhong himself was anxious.

Although their Shangdong Group has reached a stage where they can survive independently without relying on others, his respect for Zhang Xingzhou has only grown.

Because at his level, having come into contact with more things, he understands the fear of capital.

He knows that Zhang Xingzhou controls too many things.

What people see now is merely the rapid development of the Zhang family group’s hotel industry, but what they don’t see is the industries they secretly control!

Seeing a few men in black appear, Wei Qingzhong was startled, then quickly walked up.

Immediately, he saw the figure of Zhang Xingzhou.

"Elder Zhang, welcome, welcome!" Wei Qingzhong greeted with a smile.

Zhang Xingzhou saw Wei Qingzhong and couldn’t help but chuckle, "Xiaowei, the last time I saw you, you were so young and vigorous, now you’ve ended up like Qishan, with a big belly, you need to exercise, don’t just sit indoors all day, when you reach my age, you’ll know!"

"Yes! You’re right, I’ve handed over the business to my daughter now, finally have time to rest and get some exercise," Wei Qingzhong replied with a smile.

Nie Xiaoying stood to the side, not daring to speak. From the start, she felt this elder had a commanding presence, especially with the four burly bodyguards in front, giving her a very dangerous impression.

"Exercise is beneficial, things like fatty liver, shoulder problems, back issues, they’re all due to a lack of exercise." Zhang Xingzhou, having been sick for a long time, became his own doctor, practicing Tai Chi now and then, with almost no small ailments.

Zhang Qishan laughed from behind, "Dad, stop lecturing people, Yang Chen is still waiting upstairs."

"Oh, oh!" Zhang Xingzhou suddenly realized, chuckled, "Look at me getting senile, let’s go, let’s go find Yang Chen, see if he still has cigarettes."

With that, Zhang Xingzhou started walking forward.

The security circled around him, vigilantly observing the surroundings.

Zhang Qishan smiled wryly, following behind, "Yang Chen has already told you not to smoke anymore."

Returning to the company, everyone’s eyes were drawn to the four tall bodyguards.

Because Zhang Qishan had come by yesterday, some people, after inquiring, knew Zhang Qishan’s identity.

Seeing Zhang Xingzhou, they were very curious, wanting to know who this elder was.

But they were very surprised because they knew that the person who could have Wei Qingzhong going out to greet, with Zhang Qishan following, protected by four bodyguards, was definitely not simple!

At this time, some WeChat groups sent messages.

It was the frantic jostling scenes of the managers of Qiming Mansion.

The person filming the video simultaneously said, "Everyone, do you see? These are the general managers and presidents of Qining Mansion, all big bosses. Look at this person, they’re going crazy all for this elder. Those who have been received by this elder are now considered tycoons in Ningchuan, being called the God of Wealth is not an exaggeration."

The video abruptly ended when focusing on Zhang Xingzhou.

Even so, it was clear enough, the one protected by four men in black was Zhang Xingzhou!

Someone who could make the entire Qining Mansion’s executives go crazy, what a formidable person this is?

These employees couldn’t comprehend this, but they understood that today, someone very formidable came to their company!

They just didn’t know what this formidable person was doing at their company.