CHAPTER 253: CHAPTER 143: LENIENCY FOR THOSE WHO CONFESS_2

"No one is selling, so how can it fall? The same principle applies to Wei Hua now. If it rises sufficiently with adequate turnover, it will follow a healthy doubling trend. When the volume shrinks and it pulls back, sell off the majority of the holdings. Buy them back when the adjustment seems about right, and then exit completely once there’s another surge in volume. This isn’t a normal short-term strategy, but a swing trading approach flexibly adjusted by Han Lie. Just from this wave, Han Lie felt he could eat until he was stuffed."

The afternoon passed very calmly. After the market closed, Panzi called again.

"Han, nicely done! You really gave me a huge surprise!"

What’s with this father-in-law? Why doesn’t he have a bit of composure? Han Lie mumbled to himself inwardly, but humbly said, "Uncle Pan, you’re too kind. It’s not much; I just got lucky, that’s all."

Pan Shengwu felt a bit choked up. A profit of 25% in three days, and that’s just considered okay?! So, all those years I traded, was I just playing around with mud pies?! Feeling stifled...

Old Pan was just like Han Lie, thinking one thing but saying another. "Good! Not arrogant in victory nor disheartened in defeat. Looking at your attitude, the next stock god is just around the corner!"

"No, no, no, there are still many areas where I need to work hard. Please don’t praise me too much. Without you giving me this opportunity, I couldn’t have had such smooth sailing..."

Panzi’s heart warmed greatly. Look at my son-in-law, how sensible he is! He didn’t care that much about the immediate profit. Forget about five million; even ten million, what could that really do? What was important was that Han Lie had really made him proud.

Pan Shengwu’s voice became even more cheerful. "Your Uncle Dou just called me, regretting it terribly. He was slapping his thigh and lamenting that he was too conservative when giving you money, that he gave too little. You just keep up the good work. Next month, or maybe the month after, Uncle Pan will also give you a surprise!"

Han Lie could roughly guess what it was—either a few new clients or additional investment. It would be one of those two things. Beyond that, there was also the possibility of another small gift for Han Lie. Of course, in Panzi’s eyes, a ’small gift’ would likely be worth no less than this fashionable watch, valued at over a million.

Speaking of this watch, Han Lie felt a slight urge to complain. Quite a few people had realized his watch was expensive, but so far, not a single person had recognized its model or actual price. Sigh, I can’t even show off properly...

"Alright, then I’ll thank you in advance." Han Lie accepted with a clear conscience and began to look forward to it.

Next month, the Wei Hua situation should have peaked. It was hard to say how high it would go, but it would definitely make a big splash. The month after next is the final of the stock trading competition. If I can make it all the way to the end and win, my fame will explode by then. Then, with fame and profit, I’d have both reputation and practical benefits. WUHU, take off!

On the other end of the phone, Panzi finally got to the point. "Come over for dinner tonight. I asked your Auntie Zhao to prepare something tasty. Let’s have a good drink together, just the two of us!"

If it’s drinking, then let’s drink. Han Lie readily agreed and didn’t forget to try and curry favor. "Actually, I was planning to ask Pan Pan for dinner today, but going to your place is even better. I’m just worried Auntie Zhao might find me annoying..."

"What are you talking about! How could she?" Panzi asserted his father-in-law authority with a commanding air. "Come with confidence; your Auntie Zhao likes you! By the way, how are things going between you and Nan Nan?"

Han Lie replied with feigned innocence, "It’s going great. Xi Luting has been giving me the cold shoulder lately, and I’ve realized Pan Ge’s temperament is better..."

PFFT!

The young man’s words were like a knife in Panzi’s chest. What’s with you, kid? You’re still hung up on Xi Luting even now? Pan Shengwu was inwardly angry but couldn’t show it, so he just laughed awkwardly. "Alright, we won’t meddle in young people’s affairs. Just go with your feelings. Later on, you’ll appreciate Nan Nan’s qualities..."

I’m well aware of them right now. Ahem, everything about her is good. The scoundrel mentally floored the accelerator, speeding far away from the topic, then guiltily hung up the phone.

Han Lie had originally planned to invite Pan Ge out to eat and discuss the jewelry exhibition they were attending tomorrow. But now there was no need, so he began to tease Chen Yanfei.

Tough Guy: "I’ve made some money again... Are you free the day after tomorrow?"

Resident Beast: "???"

Resident Beast: "Why not tomorrow?"

Wow, aren’t you perceptive? Han Lie was startled by her question. Fortunately, his skill tree was robustly cultivated, and a deceptive tactic quickly formed in his mind.

Tough Guy: "I have some important business tomorrow. A friend’s father is looking to evaluate my abilities, as he has some funds he wants me to manage."

Tough Guy: "If you’re free, you can also join me for dinner tomorrow night."

A brilliant deflection and counter, perfect! Han Lie didn’t believe Chen Yanfei would actually come out for dinner with him. Songjiang University Town was so far away; the slightest mishap, and she wouldn’t be able to get back.

Resident Beast: "Oh, a friend’s father... Pan Ge?"

Σ(っ°Д°;)っ!!!

Han Lie almost peed himself in fear. After being stupefied for three seconds, he looked up at the white silk strip hanging above his dormitory bed. Where’s Ding Yu? When the hell are you coming back? Just you watch, I’ll string you up there! Although furious, he knew he had to address the immediate problem.

After much thought, Han Lie made a decision—to confess! Although there’s a saying, "Leniency for those who confess, prison for those who resist," it really depended on the situation and the person involved.

Chen Yanfei was no naive sweetheart; she wasn’t easy to fool. Of course, Han Lie could try to deceive her, but he would have to bear the consequences if he failed. For her, perhaps a single act of malicious deceit could result in everything being OVER. That was a far too low risk-reward ratio.

Conversely, a skillful confession might actually win her understanding.

Tough Guy: "Yes, you actually know her? She might be the top-ranking ’belle and rich girl’ at our school. There’s something incredibly amazing, you might not believe me even if I told you—Xi Luting is chasing her!"

Resident Beast: "Ah?!!!"

Chen Yanfei’s attention was successfully diverted; she was completely stunned.

Resident Beast: "For real? Xi Luting? I thought she liked you?!"

Tough Guy: "It’s true! Every freshman at our school knows. Xi Luting might be bisexual. I don’t think she likes me that much anymore; she barely talks to me these days..."

Tough Guy: "Damn! I’ve actually had my love stolen by a woman, can you believe it?!"

Resident Beast: "⊙▽⊙ Ah? Xi Luting really isn’t talking to you anymore?"

Tough Guy: "If I’m lying, I’m a dog!"

Resident Beast: "HAHAHAHAHA! You’re already a dog anyway!"

Resident Beast: "This is just too funny; I have to share it with Ding Xiang... Serves you right for being such a player! Karma’s caught up with you, huh?!"

Tough Guy: "(Angry) (Angry) (Angry)"

Tough Guy: "Sigh, when I think about it, you’re still the best..."

Tough Guy: "Although I don’t really like Xi Luting *that* much, this is such a humiliation! If I don’t get revenge, I can’t call myself a tough guy!"

Chen Yanfei, having caught the hidden meaning in Han Lie’s words, finally felt happy and rolled on her bed with laughter.

Ding Xiang looked up, puzzled. "Yanyan?"

Chen Yanfei, brimming with excitement, chattered away, explaining it all to her. Ding Xiang also pursed her lips and smiled.

"Their school is so bizarre..."

"Exactly!"

Chen Yanfei joined in with the disparagement, then busily typed: "Okay then, I’ll give you a chance. The day after tomorrow, I want to hear all about this complicated love story of yours!"

Tough Guy: "Love, my ass! I’m completely numb..."

Han Lie didn’t deliberately hide the ’fact’ that he was somewhat fond of Xi Luting and somewhat cared about the whole situation. Chen Yanfei felt a twinge of jealousy but wasn’t angry.

This was the candor of a scoundrel.

And clearly, it had achieved the desired effect...