Golden Years in the World of Film and Television

Tan Zongming shook his head and said, "Andy's situation is special. I had already arranged a villa for her, but she specifically requested it before returning home, saying she wanted to find a mid-range community about 20 minutes' drive from the company.

It just so happened that the company had several properties in Ode to Joy reserved for middle-level managers, so I let Andy live there!

But you, Han Lu, are different. You own a lot of real estate in Shanghai. And as far as I know, you even have a villa in Huaqiaocheng Courtyard No. 10 that you haven't moved into yet. It's right next to Building No. 22, which is owned by Mr. He of Xingchen Company!"

"I can't hide anything from Mr. Tan. It seems my past has been thoroughly investigated!"

Seeing that Tan Zongming and Andy were looking at him curiously, Han Tao made a joke before explaining, "The apartment in Ode to Joy was allocated to my grandmother when her old house was demolished.

It means different things to me. Other houses are just properties in my eyes, but the house in Ode to Joy is my home in Shanghai.

And I really like it there. Whether it’s life or work, it’s good to have a little more of the everyday! ”

"I agree. Han Lu faces cold legal provisions and pervasive deception every day. He really should have more of a sense of life.

This is also the reason why I didn't insist on Andy changing her residence. She is a workaholic. Once she gets into the state, she won't take a break for a week.

My place is like a black-hearted factory that exploits workers, so she needs the atmosphere of life more than you do!"

"Great minds think alike. Although I haven't known Andy for long, I deeply understand what you said!"

Looking at Han Tao and Tan Zongming who were singing the same tune, Andy spread his hands and said, "Hey, hey, can you two please consider the feelings of me, the person involved?

I don't really agree with what you two are saying. The reason I work overtime every day is because I think it's a shame to waste so much precious time!"

"Not everyone can keep up with your pace. You still need to take a proper break!"

Tan Zongming shook his head and continued, "Andy, Han Lu's joining means that the entire M&A team is complete. We will be comrades on the same front from now on, so let me formally introduce him to you!

Han Tao, an elite lawyer from the Political Science and Law Department of Handong University, was formerly a senior partner of Kyoto Quanjing Law Firm and is currently a senior partner of Mingtang Law Firm, although he is not one of those so-called lawyers who have never lost a case in their career.

However, Han Lu is indeed recognized as a conscientious lawyer in the industry, because he has taken on many cases that others dare not take on. Although he has both wins and losses, he has received recognition and praise from all parties and partners!

Han Lu is also the third largest shareholder of Nantong Red Star Group. He is the grandson of Mr. He and owns many well-known corporate shares and assets, such as Jingyan Group, Mediterranean Shipping Co., Ltd., Hantao Investment, Red Star Capital, etc.

"Wow, I didn't expect this! I underestimated Han Lu's power and background. I didn't expect that a seemingly ordinary and enthusiastic neighbor would actually have such a great background. In Xiaoqu's words, he's a big shot!"

After listening to Tan Zongming's introduction, Andy couldn't help but be surprised again. Han Tao's grandfather, Mr. He Guozhang, was introduced in the top-secret information given to him by Old Tan.

He is also the mainstay of the Red Star Group. In addition to himself, his two sons are also shareholders of the Red Star Group. Moreover, they both have many industries under their names. This is a big family.

Old Tan told her that what was shown in the information was just the surface. A family like this had many industries that others could not see.

Because this is also a characteristic of the Chinese. Unlike foreign families who like to put things in public, Chinese people prefer to be so-called low-key. Good things are revealed some and hidden some.

Han Tao smiled and said, "Andy, please don't make fun of me. I was chosen by my teacher, and it was also due to luck and family influence. I am different from you, an investment elite who relies entirely on your own abilities to conquer the world.

There's no comparison with a business legend like Mr. Tan, so let's not be polite. No matter what the situation is, we are neighbors and partners, nothing else is involved!"

Seeing Han Tao like this, Andy smiled and nodded. Tan Zongming was also very happy that the two of them got along so well.

It seems that his purpose of meeting the two of them this time has been achieved, so he smiled and said:

"Okay, I'm looking forward to our future cooperation. Today, I'll offer you two a cup of tea instead of wine. I wish you a happy cooperation!"

"Okay, Mr. Tan, Andy, happy cooperation!"

Han Tao didn't say much. Time reveals a person's true character. Value reflects everything, and everything else is fake.

"Han Lu, I'll leave the Red Star acquisition case to you, Andy. Could you please take care of the company's legal affairs?"

Tan Zongming raised his glass and clinked it with Han Tao's before continuing, "Of course, Han Lu previously worked in Handong and Kyoto, and has just returned to the Magic City. If you need anything, just let me know. I still have some connections here!"

"Then I won't be polite. I'll need Mr. Tan's care in the future in the Magic City!"

Han Tao recognized what Tan Zongming had just said. He spoke from the bottom of his heart and wanted to establish a good relationship with him.

Similarly, Han Tao also wanted to make friends with Tan Zongming, and he admired him very much, so today's meeting and recognition were a natural outcome.

"Han Lu, Lao Tan and I have been friends for many years, so it goes without saying. But this is our first time working together, and I'm still not familiar with the domestic situation. I'll need your continued care in the future!"

"Andy, stop giving me the cold shoulder. You're an investment elite from Wall Street. The best we can do is look after each other and communicate with each other!"

Tan Zongming looked at the two people who were getting along well with each other and nodded frequently. To be honest, the three of them had similar personalities, so they had a lot of fun chatting about the next topic.

Especially Han Tao and Tan Zongming, it can be said that they hit it off after meeting each other. The two have similar personalities, and they are somewhat similar in terms of conversation, knowledge, and personality.

After some contact, Han Tao was more impressed with Tan Zongming. From his words and deeds, one could tell that he was a broad-minded person with a generous and gentle style of doing things. His words and actions always made you feel like spring breeze.

Andy, who was standing aside, couldn't help but sigh as she watched the two people chatting happily. She felt that Han Tao was a bit like Old Tan six or seven years ago, and was a rare candidate for a partner and friend.

Just like that, more than two hours passed quickly, and the salon had already ended. Tan Zongming looked at the time and said:

"It's been a while since we had such a good chat. I really want to spend the night with you. I've had some delicious hairy crabs prepared. I wonder if Han Lu is free tonight. Let's try some together."

"I'm sorry, Mr. Tan, but Mr. Ye from Jingyan Group has invited me to dinner tonight. I can't turn him down, so I have to let you down!"

Han Tao shook his head, explained briefly, and then continued, "Actually, I also feel like we met too late. Okay, when I have time, I'll host you and invite Mr. Tan and Andy to get together!"

"That's too formal. Come sit with me some other time. And Han Lu, don't call me Mr. Tan anymore. Just call me Old Tan, like Andy does!"

As the relationship became closer, Tan Zongming once again emphasized the issue of address. Although this is a small matter, it is the best expression to show the relationship between the two parties and their closeness.

Han Tao knew what he meant, so he didn't insist and said:

"Okay, then you and Andy shouldn't call me Hanlu Hanlu anymore. Just call me by my good name or Taozi. That's what my fellow disciples and family members from Handong call me!"

"Okay, I'm a few years older than you, so I can call you Taozi?"

Tan Zongming nodded, smiled happily, and shouted.

The senior brothers from Handong that Han Tao mentioned were all elites in the political and legal circles, and some were even local bosses. This group of people was famous for sticking together, so this also represented his recognition of himself.

Han Tao looked at Andy again and said goodbye, "Andy, I'll be leaving first. You can talk to Lao Tan for a while. We can contact each other by phone if there's anything else!"

"Okay, call me if you need anything. Be safe on the road. Bye!"

Andy stood up with a smile and said goodbye to Han Tao.

Tan Zongming also stood up to see him off, and as he walked, he said:

"Taozi, let's get together another day, but you must bring some hairy crabs. I prepared this especially for you and Andy. It would be a shame not to try them!"

After that, he shouted towards the house: "Auntie Zhang, bring over a few baskets of hairy crabs I prepared!"

"Okay sir!"

A middle-aged woman who was setting tableware in the restaurant answered, then hurried to the kitchen and brought out four exquisite bamboo baskets.

At Tan Zongming's urging, he politely handed it to Han Tao.

"There's really too much to use. I live alone and I can't even eat a whole cage!"

"Don't refuse the 30,000. If you can't finish them all, you can give some to your friends. These hairy crabs are all produced in special waters and are very rare!"

"All right!"

Han Tao nodded, motioned Yang Dongxu, who was waiting at the door, to take the hairy crab, and said:

"Then I won't be polite. Goodbye, Old Tan!"

"Bye Andy!"

"goodbye!"

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Chapter 199: Guan Juer's Mother's Worry

At around ten o'clock in the evening, at Huaxin Securities in Lujiazui Financial Street, many interns who had worked overtime until midnight began to pack up their things one after another.

At this time, Michelle was walking out with her backpack, but when she passed by Guan Juer, she paused for a moment in confusion. After hesitating for a long time, she still didn't know what to say, so she left in silence.

Because she knew that she was tricked by Michelle, Guan Juer didn't talk to her.

Moreover, Guan Juer looked aggrieved the entire afternoon, which made several colleagues who were on good terms with her couldn't help but comfort her and ask her to be more open-minded.

Especially Song Nuan, after packing her things, she hurried to Guan Juer and said:

"Don't feel wronged. We learn from our mistakes and just be more careful next time!

By the way, Guan Guan, how much do you still have to finish? Let me help you with it!"

"No, I can do it Nuannuan, thank you!"

After that, Guan Juer also started to pack her things, and complained while packing:

"Nuannuan, I'm not feeling aggrieved because I was scolded. I just don't understand. We're colleagues who work together every day. We even had dinner together before. How could Michelle do this?"

Hearing this, Song Nuan pouted and complained to Song Nuan with a sigh:

"Michelle has connections. I heard her relatives are senior executives at the company, and her family is well-off. We worked so hard here to stay, but her position has already been decided, so of course she doesn't care about anything.

I've seen through it all. From now on, we should all learn to be smarter and not help everyone. This is how society is. Kind people are often bullied, and kind horses are often ridden. The more honest people are, the more they suffer!

"I understand. Thank you, Nuannuan!"

"You're welcome. I was just like you in the past. I was not good at rejecting others. I would help you with anything. After being tricked a few times, I learned to be smart. Okay, let's go together. It's past ten o'clock!"

After hearing what Song Nuan said, Guan Juer packed up her things and said:

"Well, now that everyone's gone, I don't dare to be here alone."

After saying that, Guan Juer stood up and walked out with Song Nuan. At this time in the corridor, her colleagues were all contacting their boyfriends, and Song Nuan was also talking to her roommate on the phone. Only she turned on her phone dejectedly.

Guan Juer found that people were constantly sending messages in the group, so she clicked in:

Qu Yaojing: Thank you all for your help last night. I received unanimous praise at home. I will treat you all to a meal, okay? Has everyone got off work?

Little Earthworm: Okay, okay, but Guan Guan hasn't come back yet, I guess he's working overtime again.

Miss Fan: Poor Guan Guan

Andy: @Guanguan I came back early today. Next time, let’s say hello in advance and I can bring you back.

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Just when Guan Juer was about to reply to the message, the phone rang. She looked at the caller ID and saw that it was her mother calling.

Before she answered the phone, they all started saying goodbye:

"My boyfriend is here, leave Guanguan!"

"I'm done, bye!"

"Guan Guan, my roommate and I are leaving first. Make sure you relax and don't make things difficult for yourself because of others. Bye!"

"Goodbye, bye Nuannuan!"

After she watched her colleagues being picked up and waved goodbye to Song Nuan, Guan Juer answered the phone and said:

"Hey, Mom, what's wrong?"

"Yes, I just got off work and am walking home now!"

Hearing this, the person on the other end of the phone said in surprise: "What time is it? Are you working overtime again today?"

Guan Juer heard her mother's voice and couldn't help wanting to cry again. She replied aggrievedly:

"Yeah, we've been working overtime so late today, and we can't be late or make mistakes. This is simply inhumane!"

"Isn't that inhumane? How can this be possible? Why is your company always working overtime?"

When talking about the behavior of the securities company, Guan Juer's mother became furious.

Guan Juer felt more and more aggrieved the more she thought about it, and complained, "Mom, why is life so tiring?

I used to think going to school was hard, but now I know that working is many times harder than going to school!"

"Guan Guan, are you crying? Tell Mom, were you criticized by your boss? I hear that your voice doesn't sound right."

When Guan Juer's mother said this, the man reading the newspaper next to her immediately sat up straight and said:

"Why is she crying? Are you too tired? Tell her to take a taxi back and not take the subway again!"

Guan Juer's mother didn't say anything, but glared at him, then continued to ask with concern:

"Guan Guan, tell your mother what happened. Did you have a conflict with your colleagues? Or is someone bullying you?"

"No, don't worry, mom. No one is bullying me. I'm just a little tired. Don't worry, you and dad!"

"Listen to mom, your dad told you not to take the subway anymore. Just take a taxi back. We don't have that much money. When you get home, take a hot bath, have a good sleep, and have a good rest!"

Listening to her mother's words, Guan Juer nodded aggrievedly and said, "Well, I know. I have to go back quickly because I have to go to work tomorrow!"

"Okay, then Mom won't talk to you anymore. Don't waste your time. Go home quickly. When you get home, give Mom a call and take care of yourself!"