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Chapter 35: Encountering a Childhood Friend While Buying a Car

Luo Fei and his family walked slowly along the community road.

The air was filled with the faint fragrance of flowers and plants.

Luo Weidong stood with his hands behind his back, looking around at the villas of various styles and the neatly trimmed greenery.

Li Xiulan clung tightly to her husband, clutching the hem of her clothes with one hand.

She whispered to Luo Weidong, "Dad, look at this road, it's so smooth... and the grass is cut like a blanket."

Luo Weidong grunted in response, said nothing more, and relaxed his tense shoulders slightly.

Luo Ying, on the other hand, was much more lively, like a bird released from its cage. She would run to the front to look at the unfamiliar flowers in the flowerbed, and then get closer to examine the unique gate designs of other people's houses.

"Brother, the environment here is so nice!" She ran back to Luo Fei's side.

Luo Fei smiled and glanced around.

It's quiet and private here, and the security seems good. He feels more at ease knowing his parents and sister are staying here.

This sudden and drastic change was indeed too much of a shock for parents who had spent their entire lives working the land.

They need time to adjust.

The four of them slowly walked to the entrance of the residential area.

Upon seeing them, the security guard at the gate immediately stood up straight and nodded respectfully, saying, "Good morning, Mr. Luo! Do you need any assistance?"

Luo Fei stopped and asked, "Excuse me, are there any large shopping malls or supermarkets nearby? I need to buy some daily necessities and groceries."

The security guard replied enthusiastically, "Yes, Mr. Luo. Turn right after exiting the community gate and walk straight along Qingfeng Road for about 800 meters. There is a large chain supermarket called 'Wan Jia Fu' with a full range of daily necessities and fresh fruits and vegetables. A little further ahead, there is also a small commercial street with some specialty stores and restaurants."

"Thank you," Luo Fei noted.

"You're welcome, please take care!" the security guard said with a smile.

Leaving the residential area and walking on the spacious Qingfeng Road, there were not many pedestrians or vehicles.

As they walked, Luo Fei asked Luo Ying, "Xiao Ying, when exactly will your roommates and their parents arrive? They said yesterday they'd come today, do you have a more specific time?"

Luo Ying quickly took out her phone and checked the latest messages in the group chat of the four people in the dormitory.

"Chen Yu and her parents flew from Shanghai and arrived at Donghai Airport at around 2:20 pm."

"Zhang Yue and the others will arrive from Kyoto around 2:40."

"Liu Qian and the others landed in Shancheng at 2:50."

Luo Fei did some mental calculations.

If there is no traffic jam, it takes about an hour and a half to get from Qingyang County to Donghai Airport by taxi.

It's just past nine o'clock now, so there seems to be plenty of time.

But considering the need to make purchases, wait for the cleaning staff to finish cleaning, and pick up three groups of people from the airport...

"Time is a bit tight," Luo Fei thought to himself. "It takes three hours to get to and from the airport, plus waiting for people and meeting up, most of the afternoon will be spent. We can't be careless when it comes to shopping."

He looked at his parents and sister: "Dad, Mom, how about this, let's split up."

"Split up?" Li Xiulan asked, somewhat puzzled.

"Okay." Luo Fei nodded, took out his phone, and said, "You and Xiaoying go to that supermarket the security guard mentioned and buy everything you need for today and the next few days. Food, household items, just buy whatever you think is appropriate. I'm going to the city center to take care of some business, and I'll also pick someone up from the airport this afternoon."

Luo Fei explained, "The round trip to the airport takes a long time. You can tidy up at home and put away the things you bought after the cleaning is finished. That will take about the same amount of time."

He paused, then added, "Oh, right, buying things costs money."

He fiddled with the phone a few times.

Soon, Li Xiulan's phone beeped with a text message notification.

When she took it out and looked at it, her eyes widened instantly, and her hands trembled slightly.

"This...this..." She stared at the long string of zeros on the screen, unable to speak coherently.

Luo Weidong leaned over to take a look and gasped in shock.

He counted, his voice hoarse, "One...one million?"

Luo Fei calmly said, "Okay, I'll transfer one million to Mom's card first. It's also part of the previous reward. We'll use this for shopping today and for future household expenses. Don't be stingy, buy whatever you need."

"One million... just to buy groceries and daily necessities?" Li Xiulan felt her heart pounding.

"Mom, money is for improving our lives. Now that we're financially comfortable," Luo Fei said gently. "You've worked hard your whole lives, it's time to enjoy life. Let's buy what we need today, and add more later."

He then said to Luo Ying, "Xiao Ying, stay with your parents and help them make decisions."

Luo Ying nodded vigorously: "Don't worry, brother! I guarantee I'll complete the mission!" Her eyes shone brightly.

After making the arrangements, Luo Fei hailed a taxi on the roadside.

"Dad, Mom, take your time shopping. After you're done, call a car to go home, or have the supermarket deliver to your door. I'll go straight to the airport after I finish my business, pick up the people, and then we'll come back together," Luo Fei said to his family as he got into the car.

"Are you sure you'll be okay going to the airport alone?" Li Xiulan was still a little worried.

"It's alright, don't worry."

The taxi slowly started moving.

He went to the city center not only to pick someone up, but also for another important reason—he needed a car.

Always taking taxis or using ride-hailing services is too inconvenient; having a car would give you a lot more freedom.

As the taxi entered the Donghai urban area, the number of high-rise buildings gradually increased, and the traffic became denser.

Luo Fei said to the driver, "Sir, please take us to a place with a high concentration of car dealerships or 4S stores."

"Okay!" the driver readily replied.

About twenty minutes later, the car drove into a fairly large car dealership park.

Along both sides of the road, signs for 4S stores of various brands stand side by side.

Luo Fei asked the driver to stop at an intersection with many exhibition halls, paid the fare, and got out of the car.

He stood by the roadside, his gaze sweeping over the familiar brand logos.

What kind of car should I buy?

He now has top-notch driving skills and can drive any car with ease.

However, considering practicality and the possibility of needing to transport multiple people...

A larger SUV or a seven-seater minivan would probably be more suitable.

As he was thinking, he suddenly heard a familiar shout coming from a store next door that had a "BYD" sign.

"Brother Wang, take a look at this 'Tang'. It's a hybrid, spacious, powerful, and perfect for both family use and off-roading! There's an extra discount if you order today!"

That sound...

Luo Fei turned his head to look.

A slightly overweight young salesman, wearing a white shirt and tie, was smiling broadly as he introduced the products to a middle-aged couple.

That profile, that tone of voice...

"Qiangzi?" Luo Fei tried calling out.

The chubby salesperson was taken aback and turned around.

With a round face and small eyes, he was Liu Qiang, his childhood friend from the same village.

Liu Qiang squinted for two seconds, then suddenly slapped his thigh: "Holy crap! Brother Fei?! It really is you!"

He immediately said to the middle-aged couple, "Brother Wang and Sister-in-law, please take a look. I've met a brother." Then he asked a salesperson who was free to help him serve, and jogged over.

"Hey! Long time no see!" Liu Qiang patted Luo Fei's shoulder enthusiastically. "I heard you're doing well in Jiangcheng?"

Luo Fei smiled and said, "It's alright. I came back to take care of some business. You're selling cars here?"

"Yeah! I've been doing this for over three years!" Liu Qiang straightened his tie with a hint of pride. "So, how about it? Looking to look at cars? What do you want to buy? Tell me, and I'll definitely give you the lowest price!"

He looked Luo Fei up and down; he was wearing an ordinary shirt and trousers.

"I want to buy a car for commuting." Luo Fei nodded, "For family use, it needs to be spacious, preferably an SUV or a seven-seater."

"For family use? Spacious?" Liu Qiang's eyes lit up. This was a potential customer. "Come on in, come on in! Our new 'Tang' and 'Song MAX' models are great! Oh, and we also have the newly launched seven-seater MPV, the 'Denza D9'. The space and comfort are amazing!"

He pulled Luo Fei and walked into the store.

Upon entering the spacious and bright exhibition hall, a cool breeze greeted us.

Liu Qiang, familiar with the area, led Luo Fei to several car models and began to give a long and detailed introduction, explaining the parameters, configurations, and discounts in great detail.

Luo Fei listened quietly, his gaze sweeping over the display vehicles.

He doesn't have high requirements for the car's performance; after all, no matter how good the car is, it can't be faster or more durable than him.

The main considerations are practicality and space.

"Do you have that 'Tang' hybrid four-wheel drive version and that top-of-the-line 'Denza D9' over there in stock right now?" Luo Fei interrupted Liu Qiang's introduction and asked directly.

Liu Qiang was taken aback: "Yes! We have a black 'Tang' in stock, and a silver top-of-the-line 'D9' in the warehouse. What, you want to see the actual cars?"

"No need to look anymore," Luo Fei shook his head. "Just these two, I'll take them both. Can we get the paperwork done and drive them away today?"

"Both...you want them all?" Liu Qiang's small eyes widened in disbelief. "Both of them? To drive them away today?"

"Okay." Luo Fei confirmed, "Full payment. The paperwork should be done as quickly as possible. I have other things to do; I need the car this afternoon."

Looking at Luo Fei's expression, which didn't seem like a joke, Liu Qiang's heart started pounding uncontrollably.

Two cars! That's worth six or seven hundred thousand in total! And that commission...

His face instantly lit up with a smile, his voice trembling with excitement: "Yes! Yes, yes, yes! Full payment is the fastest! I'll find the manager right away! I'll get you the biggest discount! Insurance and temporary license plates can be taken care of today! It's just that the official license plates will take a few more days..."

"Sure." Luo Fei had no objections.

Liu Qiang, as if injected with adrenaline, rushed off to find the sales manager.

Soon, a middle-aged manager in a suit strode over, his attitude incredibly enthusiastic.

The rest of the process was quick.

Signing the contract, paying by card, purchasing insurance, obtaining a temporary license plate...

In less than two hours, all the procedures were basically completed.

Two cars—a black BYD Tang and a silver Denza D9 seven-seater MPV—were cleaned and parked in front of the store.

The temporary license plate is affixed to the car window.

"Brother Fei! The car's ready!" Liu Qiang respectfully handed over the two car keys, his face beaming. "Take a look, is there anything else you want?"

Luo Fei took the keys, checked the time, and it was just past noon.

"Qiangzi, is it convenient for you to take the afternoon off?" Luo Fei suddenly asked.

"Take a day off?" Liu Qiang was taken aback. "Sure! I'll just tell the manager. He's really looking forward to having me with you after we close this big deal today! Just let me know if you need anything!"

"Okay." Luo Fei nodded. "I need to pick someone up from the airport this afternoon. I need two cars, and I can't drive them all by myself. Could you drive one of them and come with me to the airport to pick them up and then take us back to Qingyang? Consider it half a day's hire for you as my driver. You can pay for it."

"Hey! Forget about fees!" Liu Qiang patted his chest. "Helping a brother is the least I can do! I'll go ask for leave right now!"

He scurried back into the store and came out shortly after, carrying two bottles of mineral water.

"All done! Let's go, Fei-ge! Which car should I drive?" Liu Qiang asked excitedly.

"You drive that MPV," Luo Fei tossed him the keys to the D9. "I'll drive the Tang. Follow me."

"Okay!"

The two got into their respective cars.

Luo Fei sat in the driver's seat of the Tang and felt the steering wheel and seat.

His top-notch driving skills and innate abilities allowed him to instantly become familiar with every operational detail of the car.

He glanced at the bottled water Liu Qiang had just slipped into the passenger seat, unscrewed it, and took a sip.

Just then, my phone rang.

It was the property management company calling.

"Mr. Luo, hello! The cleaning service you booked has completed the first round of basic cleaning. The team is currently handling the details and disinfection. It should be finished in about an hour and a half. Would you like to have it inspected?"

"No need, I trust your expertise," Luo Fei said. "The fee will be deducted directly from the property management fee. Also, around three or four o'clock this afternoon, I'll be driving back with a few guests, so please let them through at that time."

"Okay, Mr. Luo! We'll arrange it!"

After hanging up the phone, Luo Fei sent another message to his mother to inquire about the progress of the purchase. He learned that they had almost finished buying and were in the process of settling the bill, preparing to call the supermarket's truck for delivery.

all the best.

He put down his phone and fastened his seatbelt.

Looking in the rearview mirror, he saw that Liu Qiang had already driven up and was waving at him through the glass.

Stepping on the gas, the black SUV drove out of the parking space and merged into the traffic.

Heading towards Donghai City Airport.

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