Can you be called a rich man if you don’t indulge yourself?

Chapter 119 The upper-class atmosphere is still not suitable for me

"Mr. Gu, this is Manager Lu from the auto repair department of the Sime Darby Lamborghini 4S store in Shanghai."

Xu Ying moved very quickly.

It had been just over two hours since Gu Heng had called and given the order, and he immediately arranged for the manager of the 4S store closest to the international racing circuit to bring people over for inspection.

After all, it's something worth tens of millions, so we still have to pay attention to it.

You have to be on guard against others. If you really spent 1000 million to buy a low-quality car, not only would you waste time, but how embarrassing would that be?
"Manager Lu, how much does it cost for a test?"

Hearing Gu Heng's words, Manager Lu, who was still wearing the 4S shop work uniform, said quickly: "If you are a member of our Lamborghini brand, you can enjoy three free vehicle inspections every year. If not, the inspection fee is 3000 yuan per time."

Hearing the offer, Gu Heng nodded. Just as he was about to pay, he heard Lu Yuan say, "No need to bother. I'm a member of Lamborghini, but I didn't bring my membership card. Can I have my membership code?"

Manager Lu nodded quickly: "Of course, you can, just verify it via SMS."

After a simple operation confirmation, Manager Lu smiled and said to Lu Yuan and Gu Heng: "The membership has been confirmed. The vehicle inspection will take about 2-3 hours. Do you want to ship the car to our 4S store for inspection?"

Before Gu Heng could speak, Lu Yuan's voice rang out again.

"No need, let's just check it out at the racetrack. The facilities here should be more complete than your 4S shop."

Gu Heng didn't believe Lu Yuan, and likewise, Lu Yuan wasn't big enough to just let the people Gu Heng called drive away.
As he said that, he signaled a racetrack staff member to take Manager Lu and the others to the parking place of the big bull, and then whispered to Gu Heng and the others, "It's almost time to have fun, right? I have reserved a few tables for a banquet at Xintiandi. Let's go eat first. We can talk about any arrangements for the afternoon at the dinner table."

“Okay, I’m already hungry, there’s nothing to do here, I’ll make arrangements after dinner.

There is a new spa club in Xuhui, which is full of trained foreign girls. On the opening day, I

Wu Yifeng had been there long enough, and after hearing what Lu Yuan said, he immediately took over the conversation.

His definition of a sports car is a tool for showing off. He can drive it on the street, but he is not very interested in driving it on a racetrack.
Compared to these, the technicians in those high-end clubs in Shanghai are more attractive to him.
As for Gu Heng, he had no objection and nodded along with them.

The reason he came here today was to buy a car, and now half of his goal has been achieved. He just needs to wait for the vehicle inspection results and then pay the money.

The Langham Xintiandi Hotel Executive Lounge.

There were about 20 people at this biker gathering, most of them were men.

Just a few girls.

But the seats were quite far apart, with men sitting together and women sitting together. The atmosphere was quite harmonious, and everyone seemed to know each other, chatting and laughing together.

After becoming barely familiar with most of the people, Gu Heng discovered that this was not exactly the sports car enthusiasts gathering he had previously known.

From the chat messages around, it can be discerned that among the dozen or so boys, excluding Wu Yifeng and Lu Yuan, with whom I had briefly met before, there are only four or five who can truly be called rich. Of course, Tong Jingcheng is among them.

Although his status as an internet celebrity has reduced his position, no one would look down on him given his starting net worth of tens of millions.

Otherwise, he would not be qualified to bring Gu Heng to this party.

These few people became the absolute core of this gathering, and almost everyone's conversation centered around them.
As for the rest of the people, they are definitely not poor. The total cost of each person's clothing would not be less than five figures. After all, those who can get along well with each other, even if there are differences, will not be too big. This is the unspoken rule of the circle.

Of course, this situation is not absolute.

There is never a shortage of people who curry favor with the powerful in this world. Some people come from poor backgrounds, but they dislike that their friends are tasteless. There are many people who rack their brains to get into a level that does not belong to them.

However, unless they have very high emotional intelligence, such people usually play the role of a lackey in the circle, the kind of person who is ordered around. But even so, there are still people who enjoy it and want to integrate into a circle that does not belong to them even if it means giving up their dignity.

Everyone has their own aspirations, these are personal choices, and no one forces them.

Not to mention those far away, among the boys present, Gu Heng had discovered at least two such people.

Leaning back on the sofa, Gu Heng listened to their conversation with a smile on his face. What kind of nightclub had a new female DJ and how hot her body was, or what car so-and-so bought? Most of the topics were of this kind.

Occasionally, he would enthusiastically pull Gu Heng over to discuss the issue.

Although Gu Heng didn't like this kind of atmosphere very much, he still had to maintain the most basic courtesy and occasionally interjected to avoid making the situation awkward.

Moreover, not all of the content of their conversation was meaningless. Some of the things Gu Heng had indeed never experienced.

For example, Wu Yifeng is a real little prince of clubs. He has dabbled in various clubs and knows all about the "massage techniques" of which technician number in which club. Gu Heng also memorized some key information and planned to go and experience it when he has time.

This kind of gathering may not be considered high-end, but it is definitely not low-end either.

There are more than twenty people, and there are several who have a net worth of at least tens of millions, not to mention bigwigs like Lu Yuan who have a net worth of over hundreds of millions.

If it was in the past, Gu Heng might have felt very excited to be able to attend this kind of banquet.
But now I don't know why.
Not to mention being excited, he even found it difficult to blend into this atmosphere.
Just when Gu Heng was about to implement the policy of "talk less and listen more" to the end, Lu Yuan, who had arranged the afternoon activities, became free and sat down next to Gu Heng. He put his arm around his shoulder and asked with a smile, "Gu Heng, what do you do?"

"Me? Does flexible employment count?"

After hearing Lu Yuan's words, Gu Heng finally knew where his feeling of being unable to blend in came from.
Everyone here, even those who are just trying to curry favor with the powerful, are elites with some fame in their respective industries. But what about yourself?

As a high school graduate, the best job I've ever had is a scriptwriter who earns 4500 yuan a month. As for other jobs like screwing in an electronics factory or being a delivery man, these are all jobs that require hands.
Even Tong Jingcheng can chat about which stocks have risen.
And I can only listen to them talking about which industry is in recession and which industry has a future, just like listening to a book from heaven.
On assets
Gu Heng felt that he could rank among the top among these twenty-something people.

But in terms of vision, I can't compare to anyone here.

When Lu Yuan heard Gu Heng's answer, he thought he didn't want to say more, so he didn't force him and continued with a smile: "I have a competition here today in April. Are you interested in participating?"

Seeing that Lu Yuan still didn't give up, Gu Heng could only smile bitterly and said, "Brother Lu, I don't understand why you insist on asking me to participate in the competition? To be honest with you, I really have no interest in participating in racing competitions.

Like today, I was racing on the track because I was high. Now I’m a little scared when I think about it. I will definitely not race again in the future.

And I told you straight, I agreed to register the car under your team name simply because I wanted to buy the car from you. I will definitely not participate in any competition afterwards. I admit that such competitions would be fun, but the cost is too high. A mistake could be fatal. I still have a great life waiting to be enjoyed. It's not worth it to take risks for such a deadly thrill.

But if you invite me to start a racing team, I would be interested. Although I can't race myself, I can still train a group of racers to race for me."

Lu Yuan was silent for a moment after hearing this, then gave a bitter smile.

"I took it for granted. For someone as young as you who has plenty of money to spend, there's really no need to seek these kinds of excitement."

Wu Yifeng was listening nearby, and immediately put his arm around Gu Heng's shoulders and said, "Brother Lu, am I right? You have a great life to enjoy, why would you want to play with your life? That's what a psychopath would do!"

Lu Yuan ignored Wu Yifeng and said to Gu Heng, "Just pretend I didn't mention anything about joining my team, but are you serious about setting up a team?

I can tell you, running a racing team is very expensive. I have spent 100 million or 200 million on it over the years. "

Gu Heng smiled and said, "It's fine if Brother Lu is willing to take me with him. As for whether it costs money or not, it doesn't matter. Isn't it normal to spend some money on hobbies?"

As soon as the words fell, everyone's eyes turned to Gu Heng.
Even Lu Yuan stared into his eyes. Seeing that there was no sign of forcing in Gu Heng's eyes, he slowly said, "As long as you are willing to spend money, I don't mind helping you. When you have time, go to Yangcheng to play, and we will talk in detail then."

Gu Heng also nodded slightly.

As long as you have the channel, spending some money is nothing.

It requires money, but it can satisfy your own interests and hobbies, so it can be considered an investment.

Isn't this tailor-made for you?

We chatted for not long.

The waiter took everyone to a huge banquet hall.

More than 20 people sat around a round table that could seat 30 people, but it still seemed a bit empty.
There were some relatively expensive foods on the table. Gu Heng had eaten a lot of high-end cuisine during this period, so he could probably guess that this table would cost tens of thousands of dollars.
Lu Yuan, who was sitting in the main seat, stood up, holding a glass of wine in his hand, and said loudly with the attitude of a host: "I came to Shanghai too hastily this time. There are more than 100 people in the car club, and only a few friends from Shanghai and surrounding areas came to participate. Please forgive me for the poor hospitality.

Later, when I have time, I will organize a party on a holiday and invite all the more than 100 brothers and sisters in the group to have a good gathering! After drinking this glass of wine, let's go to dinner first.

Without further ado, it’s all in the wine.”

After saying that, he drank the wine in the glass.

Hearing Lu Yuan's words, Gu Heng nodded in his heart.

Is this right?
Tong Jingcheng introduced Lu Yuan as a big shot on the Hurun Rich List. It was unreliable that at a car club gathering organized by such a big shot, there were only a few wealthy people like him.

It seems that only a few people from Shanghai participated
"Brother Lu, what you said is meaningless. You came to Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai, so we should have organized a party to invite you, but in the end we still let you spend money.

I already felt bad about it, and now when you say this, isn't it like slapping me in the face?

I won’t say much else. I have arranged a visit to the Wonderland SPA Club this afternoon! Whether you are a man or a woman, I will cover all the expenses there!”

The first person to respond was Wu Yifeng, and subsequent responses from both men and women were in the same tone. Gu Heng, on the other hand, sat aside like an outsider, smiling and saying nothing.

Compared with so many people here, he is indeed an outsider.

The only reason he came to this drinking party was because he still had to buy a car from Lu Yuan, otherwise he really wouldn't want to come.

Too restrictive.

If things continue like this, he can leave after dinner and the vehicle inspection. As for whether or not to integrate into Lu Yuan's circle, it is nonsense to expect to get familiar with so many people after just one party.

Besides, even if you can fit in, there is no need. I have thought it through. There is a very good saying: don't force yourself to fit in if it doesn't belong to you.

no point.

With the system in place and endless money available, there is no need to forcibly improve one's status and integrate into this group.

Have fun first, and once you have enjoyed everything you should, your status will naturally be elevated.

Gu Heng still couldn't join in the conversation at the table until he received a message from Xu Ying, saying that the vehicle had been inspected and there were no problems. Gu Heng looked at his watch and found that the time was almost up. He stood up and said to Lu Yuan beside him with a smile: "Brother Lu, the vehicle inspection has notified me that it has been completed. If you don't have time, I will find a lawyer to draft a contract.

I've added your WeChat too. After the contract is finalized, we can go through the formalities and settle the car payment in person, okay?"

Seeing this, Lu Yuan nodded to Gu Heng and said, "Okay, I'll be in Shanghai these two days, just come to me after you get the contract done."

Seeing Lu Yuan agreed, Gu Heng poured himself a glass of wine and said to the others at the table with a smile, "It just so happens that I'm almost done here, so I'll leave first. I'll apologize to everyone and accept the penalty of drinking a glass."

After saying that, Gu Heng picked up the wine glass and brought it to his mouth.

His Adam's apple rolled, and it was obvious that Gu Heng still couldn't adapt to this pure foreign liquor. His facial expression looked a little forced, and some wine flowed down the corners of his mouth. Although he looked a little embarrassed, he was very decent in his interpersonal relationships, which gave this group of people a lot of good impression.

“I would like to offer a toast to Brother Lu, thank you for selling your car collection to me.

I'll remember this favor. With your status, I guess you won't be able to come to me for anything. But if there's anything I can help with, just come to me and I'll definitely do my best to help you."

Seeing that Gu Heng was about to pour the wine, Lu Yuan quickly stopped his hand.

"It's just a car. There's no personal connection involved. You pay the money, I provide the car. It's a simple transaction.

Besides, it would be a waste for my car to be left gathering dust in the garage. The ancients always gave swords to heroes, so selling this car to you is a way to make full use of it. If it were that guy Wu Yifeng, I might not sell it to him even if he offered 1000 million, let alone 1500 million.

And if you buy my car, you will be a member of my car club, so don't refuse such gatherings in the future.

This glass of wine is for you."

As he spoke, he picked up the wine on the table.

Gu Heng didn't say much either, and filled the empty glasses with wine. The glasses touched lightly, making a crisp "ding" sound, and the two of them drank it all.

Walk out of the banquet hall.

Gu Heng felt that the air was fresher.

Suddenly I realized that the high-class atmosphere in the banquet hall was not suitable for me.
I am still suitable for enjoying an ordinary life.

Thinking of this, Gu Heng took out his cell phone and called Xu Ying.

"Mr. Gu, what's wrong?"

Hearing Xu Ying's voice, Gu Heng said directly: "Book two tickets for me, um, the time is three days later."

"Okay, what's the destination?"

"casual."

Xu Ying: ???
What does whatever mean?
Just when Xu Ying was about to ask a question, Gu Heng's voice came again: "Help me open a blind box. I plan to travel. You can book a ticket for any city you want to go to."

After saying that, Gu Heng hung up the phone.
On the other side, Xu Ying was still full of questions.
　There was originally a face-slapping plot, which was foreshadowed when cousin Gu Xinran mentioned the party, but after thinking about it, it was cancelled because it was not appropriate.

　　The editor of this book is following my reading. When chatting today, he said that the feeling of disjunction was a bit serious and the protagonist changed too much before and after. He asked me to make some adjustments. I also have a general idea and will try it later.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)