Chapter 236 - 153: You Must Also Endure Some Hardship

"Mr. Wei, you’re flattering me. The Wei Family is the leader of the four great families, and it’s precisely because I trust the Wei Family’s reputation that I’m at ease doing business with you. However, since we’ll be working together, you shouldn’t call me Miss Han, as it sounds distant. Just call me Han Lei."

Wei Dabao heard this and felt even more comfortable: "Alright! Han Lei, you also shouldn’t call me Mr. Wei, it sounds awkward. From now on, just call me Dabao; we’re like family, no need for formalities!"

Han Lei nodded lightly and smoothly shifted the topic to the main business.

"Dabao, my trip to the Capital City is time-sensitive. Is there anything you need me to deliver to Mr. Wei or Wei Chengchao? If there’s any message or item, I’d be happy to assist."

Upon hearing this, Wei Dabao’s eyes shifted, and he unintentionally glanced at Luo Hai who was beside him.

He initially wanted Han Lei to ask the Prime Minister about the matter of dismissing Luo Hai from his position as County Magistrate.

But upon reconsidering, since there was no longer a "Dabao hoard," everyone would be doing business together in the future. Instead, he should maintain a good relationship with Luo Hai, and there was no need to mention the dismissal again.

So he waved his hand and smiled: "There’s nothing that needs to be taken. Just have Wei Chengchao add my share."

Han Lei’s brow furrowed slightly, revealing a trace of difficulty.

"About that, uh... there is a problem."

Wei Chengchao’s heart skipped a beat, and he hurriedly asked: "What problem?"

Han Lei’s brow furrowed even tighter: "You know, for a business with such huge profits, if it’s an outsider, Wei Chengchao would definitely be reluctant to let them in and take a share. How can I convince him that we’re collaborating with you?"

What Han Lei said seemed reasonable.

Wei Dabao stroked his plump double chin, pondered for a moment, and suddenly slapped his thigh.

"Got it! You take this to show Wei Chengchao. Once he sees it, he’ll know we’re on the same side!"

Saying this, he took out a clear, translucent white Jade Pendant from his bosom and handed it to Han Lei with both hands.

Han Lei took the Jade Pendant, inspected it carefully, but her brow still didn’t relax.

"This Jade Pendant... will it work?"

Wei Dabao laughed heartily, patting his chest loudly.

"Of course it works! This is an exclusive Jade Pendant of the Wei Family, and every Wei Family member has one. Not only in the Wei Family, but many people in the entire Capital City recognize this Jade Pendant! Once you give it to Wei Chengchao, he’ll know we’re family and will definitely treat you well!"

Han Lei was still a bit hesitant, turned to Luo Hai, and asked softly: "Uncle, what do you think?"

Luo Hai nodded, his tone steady: "Mr. Wei is right. The prominent families in the Capital City mostly have such tokens. The Wei Family’s Jade Pendant indeed holds some weight."

Seeing Luo Hai also chiming in, Wei Dabao was even more pleased and interjected: "Exactly! Exactly! Han Lei, rest assured, once Wei Chengchao sees this Jade Pendant, he will certainly agree without a word!"

Only then did Han Lei show a slight smile of relief, tightly holding the Jade Pendant in her palm, and softly asking: "If I take this Jade Pendant, what about you?"

Wei Dabao waved his hand indifferently.

"Oh! Aren’t you coming back in a month? You can return it to me then!"

Han Lei nodded, her expression calm: "Alright, in that case, let’s set off."

Saying so, the group headed towards the gateway of the wasteland project.

When they reached the carriage, Han Lei suddenly stopped, turned around, and gave Wei Dabao a respectful bow, her tone exceptionally courteous.

"Dabao, while I’m away, I’ll have to trouble you with the business here."

Wei Dabao’s smile was so broad that his eyes were almost invisible, and he waved repeatedly: "Don’t worry! We’re family now, looking out for each other is only natural! You just go to the Capital City with peace of mind, I’ll take care of things here!"

Han Lei nodded, then turned and got into the carriage.

Just as the curtains completely closed, Han Lei looked down at the Jade Pendant in her hand and couldn’t help but chuckle softly.

"Ah! These ancients still have too little exposure to scams! So easy to deceive! Hehehe..."

The carriage slowly started, and the wheels rolled over the dirt road, making a slight creaking sound.

Han Lei leaned against the carriage interior, her fingers gently stroking the Jade Pendant. She knew this Jade Pendant was not only a token but also a shield for her to accomplish some big things.

Meanwhile, Wei Dabao stood beside Luo Hai, watching the carriage go off with a full smile, completely unaware of Han Lei’s true intentions.

He couldn’t dream that coming here today, he didn’t find the "Dabao hoard," and on top of that, ended up giving away a family Jade Pendant.