Arriving at the Yang family's residence, Wu Zongnian had already made his preparations. He smiled at Ye Tian and Yang Shoucheng, "I should be heading back. I'll visit again when I have time."
Yang Shoucheng chuckled, "Brother Wu, I'm honored to have met you. I hope we can stay in touch."
Wu Zongnian replied, "Naturally."
He then hugged Ye Tian, "Little Ye, you must come for the full moon celebration when my son is born. I'll have my son recognize you as his godfather then."
Ye Tian grinned, "Sure. But I can't be a godfather for free. You have to give me half of your fortune."
Wu Zongnian burst into laughter, "You wish! With the little money you have, you'll have to give half to my son."
After a few more jokes, Wu Zongnian got into his car and headed for the airport.
After seeing Wu Zongnian off, Yang Shoucheng remarked with emotion, "I never thought I'd meet a financial magnate like Brother Wu. This life has been truly worthwhile."
Ye Tian said, "Old Yang, I can't stay for many more days. If things are settled, I'll have to leave this afternoon."
Yang Shoucheng grew anxious, "Don't go, brother. Stay a few more days. There are places I haven't had a chance to show you yet."
Ye Tian replied, "Another time."
He checked the time, "Ziyi, you eat breakfast first. I'm going out for a bit."
Half an hour later, Ye Tian met Jiang Zhenkun at the hotel. Jiang Zhenkun was now a shadow of his former self, so tormented that he no longer wished to live.
Ye Tian looked at him and said, "Why put yourself through this? We could have done business properly, but you chose to scheme against us. I asked you to pay ten billion, and you should have just paid up. Instead, you found people to deal with me. Now, with thirty billion, you must be on the verge of bankruptcy, right?"
Jiang Zhenkun said with a tearful voice, "I was wrong. Please be magnanimous and forgive me."
Ye Tian patted him a few times, relieving his pain. "Live a good life from now on, and do more good deeds. I'll be watching you."
With that, he left the hotel and met with Xiong Fei.
From Xiong Fei, he learned that Hei Lang was now very obedient and had handed over the thirty billion as instructed.
Xiong Fei had been in the underworld for many years and was meticulous. Ye Tian had no concerns about him. After a brief chat, he returned to the Yang family to bid farewell to Yang Shoucheng.
Yang Shoucheng prepared a lavish banquet and a pile of gifts. After the meal, Ye Tian's trunk couldn't fit all the gifts, so he sent a commercial vehicle to accompany Ye Tian, specifically for carrying the presents.
Zhang Jiliang was driving and said, "Boss, even a magnate like Yang Shoucheng is so polite to you. You're truly amazing."
Ye Tian replied, "Jiliang, forget about the loan. Work by my side properly."
Zhang Jiliang quickly responded, "Yes, boss."
Lin Ziyi asked, "Zhang Jiliang, you're working in Hai City. Will your wife and children in the provincial capital be alright?"
Zhang Jiliang said, "It's fine. I've been away for the past six months, and they're used to it. The main thing is I don't want them to know my current situation, otherwise my wife, being so timid, would be terrified."
Ye Tian nodded, "Yes, you can have weekends off. Go home and spend more time with your wife and children."
Zhang Jiliang was very grateful, "Thank you, boss!"
Lin Ziyi said, "Brother Tian, let's have Zhang Jiliang officially registered under the company. Brother Yang also mentioned getting you a driver."
Ye Tian agreed, "That's good. Being under the company means social security and housing fund, which is better than being out there. If the company salary isn't enough, I'll supplement Jiliang's pay."
The car drove back to Hai City and returned to the Ye family's villa.
As soon as he entered the house, Ye Tian saw a woman playing with Yan'er, it was Feng Xiuxiu. Feng Xiuxiu and Ye Shaodong had been childhood sweethearts but didn't end up together.
Feng Xiuxiu looked a bit embarrassed upon seeing Ye Tian, "Ye Tian, you're back."
Ye Tian smiled, "Sister Xiuxiu, you're here. Where's my brother?"
Yan'er had already run over and leaped into Ye Tian's arms.
Feng Xiuxiu replied, "Shaodong went out to buy groceries. He should be back soon."
Lin Ziyi also greeted her, "Sister Xiuxiu."
These two women had taken good care of Ye Shaodong and Yan'er during Ye Tian's years in prison, so they were already well acquainted.
Just then, the doorbell rang. Opening the door, they saw several people in police uniforms. The person in the lead asked, "Are you family of Ye Shaodong?"
Ye Tian responded, "I am. What's the matter?"
The person said coldly, "Ye Shaodong assaulted someone and has been criminally detained. You need to go to the police station today to negotiate with the victim and seek their forgiveness."