Chapter 544: Not My Business (3)

Chapter 544: Not My Business (3)

Translator: Dragon Boat Translation | Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

Zhou Chao had just reached the staircase when he overheard the others chatting away, “Am I that scary? How come everyone seems so cheerful the moment I leave?”

However, without dwelling on it too much, he headed straight for the bathroom. All he wanted now was to soak in the tub and sleep.

The next morning, around ten o’clock, Zhou Chao received a call from Old Master Jiang, summoning him to the Jiang residence. They had something to discuss, and Zhou Chao guessed it must be about the follow-up of the recent events.

Sure enough, when Zhou Chao arrived at the Jiang residence, Old Master Jiang and Old Master Xiao were leisurely sipping tea in the study.

“Grandpa, why the early call?” Zhou Chao asked as he took a seat across from them, pouring himself a cup of tea.

“You young lad kept us out until the wee hours last night. Don’t you know old folks need their rest?” Old Master Xiao complained, eyeing Zhou Chao with reproach.

Zhou Chao was puzzled by this remark, not quite sure what Old Master Xiao was getting at.

“Grandpa, how’s the progress of the experiment?” Zhou Chao inquired curiously.

At the mention of this, both Old Master Jiang and Old Master Xiao’s expressions turned serious. “The progress of the experiment has been exceptionally smooth. We’re nearing the end, and you’ve made a significant contribution this time.”

Both men wore somewhat somber expressions. This time, both families had benefited from Zhou Chao’s actions.

Hearing this, Zhou Chao understood that the matter had been settled, but the specifics remained unknown. Moreover, he didn’t want to know. It was better not to pry into such matters.

“This time, we owe you one,” Old Master Xiao said somewhat regretfully.

“Well, we’re all family here. Let’s not talk as if we’re strangers. Oh, by the way, what’s the reward for me?” Zhou Chao was curious about what they had in store for him.

The two men exchanged a glance before Old Master Xiao spoke up, “Um, we’ve arranged a third-grade civil service position for you, five years of tax exemption for Dragonfly Group, and permission for your security company to possess weapons, with a limit of twenty licenses.”

Zhou Chao wasn’t particularly surprised by these rewards. At most, he was interested in the twenty licenses, even though he probably wouldn’t need them in China. It was better to be prepared, though. And as for the civil service position, he hadn’t expected to wear a military uniform someday. There was a hint of pride in his heart.

Seeing Zhou Chao’s calm demeanor, Old Master Xiao and Old Master Jiang thought he might be dissatisfied with the reward, so they quickly added, “Zhou Chao, we hope you understand. You’ve been inconvenienced because of this.”

Zhou Chao quickly reassured them, “Grandpa, I’m already satisfied. My father- in-law and Uncle Xiao Zhong have crossed that threshold, which is the greatest reward for me. Perhaps in a few years, I’ll have the chance to join that illustrious group of seven.”

Seeing Zhou Chao genuinely didn’t mind, the two men felt relieved. After all, it would be meaningless if these matters caused discord within the family.

The three of them chatted for another half an hour until Jiang Li called to ask if he was coming home for dinner, bringing an end to their conversation.

“Grandpa, I’ll head back now. Ah Li is urging me to come home for dinner. Oh, by the way, if I were to go abroad now, there shouldn’t be any issues, right? I won’t be restricted, will I?” Just as Zhou Chao was about to leave, he remembered something and quickly asked.

“Abroad? Where are you planning to go? It’s probably best not to go, considering your current status is still somewhat special.”

“It’s not too far, just to our neighbor, Bearland. I plan to visit Lake Baikal!” Zhou Chao didn’t hide anything and directly revealed his plans.

Old Master Xiao remained silent for a moment before responding, “Let me check. I’ll get back to you tomorrow.”

Zhou Chao nodded at the response. “Okay, I’ll wait for your reply. I’ll head back now, gentlemen.” With that, he got up and walked out of the study.