### Chapter 32: A Stroke of Luck
As soon as Wang Bin returned to the real world, his phone started buzzing incessantly. He took it out to find over a dozen missed calls and messages.
Most of the calls and messages were from You Hongfei and Li Xingping, but there was even one from Zhao Qian.
He ignored Zhao Qian and directly called You Hongfei. The call was answered immediately.
"Hey, Wang Bin, where have you been? I couldn't reach you!"
"Hongfei, I was out handling some business, and the signal was bad. By the way, have the police contacted you?"
"Why would the police contact me?"
"Didn't I beat up Brother Dong from the Black Tiger Gang? I was worried they might report it!"
"Don't worry, the police haven't come looking for you! Those guys live by the code of the streets; they wouldn't dare report it and lose face. Plus, your conflict with him is a street matter, and they'll handle it by street rules!"
"That's good to hear! So, why were you looking for me?"
"Well, Xingping and I followed your advice and found two places through an agent. One is in the North District, and the other in the South District. The South District location is better, but the rent is higher—100,000 a month, paid annually. We've taken photos and videos for you to decide."
"The North District is still developing, and the economy there isn't mature yet. If we can get a place in the South District, that would be ideal. A good location is worth the higher rent; you'll make it back!"
"True, I'll contact the agent now and sign the contract tomorrow!"
"Also, find a jewelry processing factory nearby. I heard there are many skilled craftsmen in Tonghai. Once you find a factory, bring a few master craftsmen over. Pay them well if they agree to come. Also, hire some apprentices, but make sure they sign long-term contracts!"
"Alright, I'll ask the agent about it later. It's best to settle everything tomorrow. Once we secure a place, I'll handle the business license and renovations, and Xingping can take care of hiring the craftsmen."
"Great, thank you for your hard work during this startup phase!"
"No problem, that's how it is when starting a business! Oh, and I have some news for you. Last night, Yuan Shengrui got slapped hard by both Xingping and me, and he didn't dare say a word!"
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"Thanks! That guy is a real snake; be careful around him in the future!"
"Got it. It's getting late, I'll call the agent now!"
"Alright, take care!"
Wang Bin's gold was brought from the apocalypse, so it cost him nothing. His goal now was to turn the gold into money, so he wasn't concerned about rent or wages. As long as he could convert the gold, he was making a profit.
Wang Bin's biggest worry in the apocalypse was that Brother Dong from the Black Tiger Gang would report him, leading to a police manhunt. Now that he knew they hadn't reported him, he felt relieved.
Thinking it over, he realized You Hongfei was right; this was a street matter. Reporting it would make them lose face in the underworld, and they wouldn't be able to hold their heads high in front of other gangs.
Moreover, they were the ones who started the trouble, so if anyone pursued it, they'd be implicated too.
Next, Wang Bin called Li Xingping, reiterated his thoughts, chatted a bit, and then hung up.
He glanced at his phone and, after some thought, finally called Zhao Qian.
"Hello, Wang Bin, I heard you shot someone from the Black Tiger Gang. Is it true?"
"My affairs are none of your business."
"You! I know I wronged you, and I'm not asking for forgiveness, but do you realize that's illegal? If the police find out, you'll be arrested!"
"How did you find out?"
"I was next to Young Master Li when Brother Dong called him, so I overheard! Young Master Li was very shocked, but it seems like he doesn't want to let you go. He might be hiring a hitman to deal with you, so be careful! Oh, he's coming back, I have to go. Be very careful!"
Before Wang Bin could respond, Zhao Qian had already hung up.
Since experiencing the apocalypse, Wang Bin no longer cared about Zhao Qian's betrayal.
If he put himself in her shoes, without the system, it would be hard to achieve anything in this era of connections and nepotism. Zhao Qian choosing an easier path was understandable, but it still hurt and was hard to accept at first.
However, he had come to terms with it. If their values didn't align, there was no point in forcing it. Even if he had her body, he couldn't have her heart.
The future was long, and he wanted to find someone who truly loved him and was willing to endure hardships together.
He had almost forgotten about Zhao Qian, but he didn't expect her to warn him about something so important.
If Young Master Li really hired a hitman, he needed to be cautious and prepare some gear.
Currently, his Diamond Palm was at level two, which was enough against small-time thugs, but not against skilled fighters.
Fortunately, his Shooting Specialization was at level four, and he kept a handgun in his system space for self-defense, but it still felt insufficient.
To become stronger, he needed to rely on the lottery, but he didn't have much gold left.
He had set aside 4,000 kilograms of gold for the jewelry store, leaving only 150 kilograms in the system space, enough for one draw.
"Forget it, I'll draw once. If it doesn't work out, I'll take 1,000 taels from the basement for a ten-draw, and replenish it with gold from the apocalypse later!"
After some thought, Wang Bin decided to draw once. If he didn't get anything to enhance his strength, he'd take 1,000 kilograms from the 4,000 kilograms meant for the jewelry store. The store wasn't open yet, so he had some time before needing the gold.
Even when the store opened, it wouldn't need that much gold at once.
"System, draw!"
"Starting the draw!"
"Congratulations, you've acquired the Lightness Skill: Crossing the River on a Reed!"
Hearing that he had drawn Crossing the River on a Reed, Wang Bin jumped up in excitement and punched the air.
He couldn't believe his luck on the first draw, getting such an amazing lightness skill.
"Both Diamond Palm and Crossing the River on a Reed are top-tier martial arts from Buddhism. It seems I have a connection with Buddhism!"
Wang Bin sighed and opened the skill panel to check.
Crossing the River on a Reed, Level 1, increases agility by five points. When mastered, it allows one to move as lightly as a swallow and cross great rivers. Currently, it allows a three-meter step and a two-meter jump, consuming ten inner strength points per second. Current inner strength: 420 points (spirit attribute, one spirit point equals ten inner strength points). To upgrade to the next level, use the skill 100 times. Note: Each use must start with full inner strength and deplete it completely to count as one use.
To test the power of Crossing the River on a Reed, Wang Bin went to a secluded spot in the neighborhood and activated the skill.
Once activated, he felt as light as a swallow. After running for 42 seconds, he covered 453 meters, a speed that could win an Olympic gold in the 400 meters.
Initially, Wang Bin considered another ten-draw, but after gaining such an incredible skill, he decided against it. One must learn to be content!