Chapter 105: Over a Hundred Million Invested

“Learn from me, guys. Spend more time online, chat up some innocent girls—you’ll find plenty of fools on the internet… Got it?”

“Got it, Brother Huang!”

After finishing their cigarettes, a few thugs slipped through the back door of the dance hall.

Once they were inside, a figure dressed in black emerged from the shadows, choosing not to follow them.

He was off to report back.

At Qingming Campus, the library inauguration ceremony was underway.

Today marked the completion of the new library, with the school board gathered in full force.

Amid the warm applause, Zhan Su cut the ceremonial ribbon.

The new library was fully funded and built by the Zhan family, a project that took a year and cost over a hundred million.

It was the most advanced and well-equipped multifunctional library of the time.

“Wonderful! Our new library at Qingming is finally finished. It will help nurture many more descendants in the future…”

“Yes, Young Master Zhan, please say a few words…”

…

It was merely a formality; Zhan Su offered a few casual remarks.

Though the library was completed, expanding its collection would require a substantial sum. The board members’ eagerness today was simply to curry favor with Zhan Su over future funding.

“The remaining funds will be secured soon. I too hope the library will open promptly to serve the students…”

Reassured by Zhan Su’s response, the board members relaxed.

The old principal spoke up, “Excellent. By the way, regarding the library’s naming inscription, we still need to consult with Young Master Zhan.”

“Go ahead.”

Today, Zhan Su represented the Zhan family, son of Vice President Zhan and sole heir to the Hengyuan financial empire—no one dared to offend him.

“For the inscription, we propose selecting the best calligraphy from Qingming’s teachers and students. This will not only spark a renewed interest in penmanship and enrich the school’s cultural atmosphere but also publicize that the library was generously funded by the Zhan family, boosting Vice President Zhan’s public approval. Moreover, having the inscription come from our own community will be a distinctive feature of Qingming’s library…”

Zhan Su was indifferent.

“That’s acceptable.”

“At that time, we’d also ask Young Master Zhan to help choose the finest handwriting… you are one of the most authoritative judges.”

“You flatter me, Old Principal. There’s no need for such formality.”

…

After the pleasantries, Luo Hua approached Zhan Su and whispered a few words.

Zhan Su’s expression darkened, and the lively atmosphere immediately dimmed.

All eyes turned toward him.

Escorted by bodyguards, Zhan Su left the scene.

Back in the car.

“Young Master, those men weren’t specifically targeting Miss Shi Qingqing. It was just a chance encounter. That’s why Third Brother didn’t go in. I’ve already informed the local police about the Heatwave Dance Hall. That place must be investigated thoroughly. Such villains must be punished!” Luo Hua was furious.

Zhan Su remained impassive. If an ordinary passerby had been abducted by those thugs, the consequences would be dire…

Just thinking about it made his anger rise uncontrollably.

“You did well. These people must be investigated thoroughly. But it can’t be us conducting the investigation.” Zhan Su rarely praised Luo Hua.

Luo Hua knew the implication well.

Vice President Zhan oversaw the national economy, but law enforcement was under Vice President Wang’s jurisdiction.

With the national election looming next year, both Vice Presidents Wang and Zhan were strong contenders for the presidency.

Their rivalry was intense, and they kept a wary distance from each other behind the scenes.

(Education 123 Literature Network)