Power and Wealth

by Stayrr

An accident let him have a special ability to turn back time up to 1 minute. When he said the wrong things in front of his leader, he was able to return back to 1 minute before to correct what he said. During jade stone gambling and there was no jade inside, he turns back time to pick another stone. When the woman he likes met an accident, he can return back to 1 minute before to s

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Chapter 337 – Terrific Xiao Dong!

"Impossible! Where are the bricks?"

"That's right. How did the bricks disappear?"

"Show us the bottom of the table!"

"Are the bricks hidden somewhere? This performance is good enough to be performed on CCTV Gala night!"

Dong Xuebing smiled at the audience and lifted the tablecloth to show the tabletop. Other than some dust from the bricks, it was empty. Dong Xuebing knocks hard on the tabletop. Bam, bam, bam... the tabletop is solid, and there is no mechanism. He knows the audience will not be convinced and called the host, Su Ja, over.

Su Jia was still shocked as she walks over to the table. She touched and looked at the tabletop and even lifted the tablecloth.

"There is nothing wrong with the table! OMG! Where are the bricks?! Are my eyes playing tricks on me?" Su Jia made a shocked expression and looks under the table. "This is impossible!" As the host of the event, she must also show her surprise even if she knows the magic trick. But this time, Su Jia is really shocked. She is the only nearest to Dong Xuebing during the performance and had been staring at him. But she could not understand how Dong Xuebing takes the bricks away.

In the backstage, the person-in-charge and the staff were stunned. They knew there is nothing wrong with the table, as the table had been used all this while in the hall. The bricks were also carried onto the stage by them and are not magic tricks props.

The audience was speechless.

Dong Xuebing's magic performance had surprised everyone. Despite the cameras focusing on the bricks from different angles, none of the audience can see through the trick. Dong Xuebing is not a professional magician, and he can make ten bricks disappear by "chopping" them. The audience went quiet for two to three seconds due to their shock.

Clap... clap... clap...

Xie Huilan was the first to clap. "Good!"

Huang Li laughed loudly. "Breaking bricks with one hand!"

Geng Yuchao, Liang Chengpeng, Qin Yong, and the rest also cheered loudly.

The whole hall applause and cheered!

The applause and cheers are louder than all previous performances!

Lui Dafa, Yu Zhengzhi, and the rest could not believe their eyes. This is too unexpected. How did Dong Xuebing make those bricks disappear? Isn't he set up by the former Investment Promotion Agency Chief Meng Xianglin? He should not have prepared for any performance. How can he put up such a good magic performance without any preparations? This guy is good at adapting to sudden situations. Even under such circumstances, he can still pull it through!

Xie Huilan and Huang Li nodded as they look at Dong Xuebing.

That's right. Dong Xuebing had pulled himself out of this sticky situation.

No one had expected Dong Xuebing to pull this through because breaking bricks with one hand is a Wushu performance and will tarnish his image as the Investment Promotion Agency leader. Dong Xuebing must not break the bricks. But changing the performance last minute will soften the impact. Still, at the same time, Dong Xuebing's authority will be affected. There are no ways around this.

But Dong Xuebing did it!

Dong Xuebing even did it astonishingly!

Dong Xuebing did not change the performance and even continued with it. He changed the performance of the breaking brick into a magic show, and it was outstanding. Not only did he not tarnish his reputation and authority, he even leaves a good impression with all the government staff.

Many people were impressed in their hearts. Breaking bricks ended up as a magic show.

Dong Xuebing is terrific. Despite being forced to perform at the last minute, he managed to save the situation! Who else can adapt to this sudden situation like him?

This is an eye-opener for many people today. not only had they watched a splendid magic performance, but they also saw how Dong Xuebing saved himself from losing face. Many people realized that this young Xiao Dong does not have low political wisdom like the rumors. He is not like what the rumors said, where he only knows how to use his fist.

This magic show had shocked everyone.

Geng Yuchao finally understood why Xie Huilan put Dong Xuebing up for promotion. Xiao Dong is very capable.

Dong Xuebing, who is still on the stage, is also pleased with his performance today. Not only he had saved himself from Meng Xianglin's plot, but he also earned the respect of the government staff. He had also changed his image in everyone's heart, and it will help for his future work at the Investment Promotion Agency. He picks up the microphone and bow. "Thank you."

"Chief Dong, perform one more trick!"

"That's right. Perform one more trick!"

"If not, you can show us how you did that trick earlier."

"How did you make those bricks disappear?"

Dong Xuebing is speechless as he thought to himself. How can I show you the secret of this magic trick? Other magicians are using illusions and props for their performance, but I am different. I had really made those bricks disappear. He smiled and said. "This is a magic trick, and if I tell you all the secrets behind it, it will be meaningless. Hahaha... thank you, everyone. My performance shall end here, as there are many other performances lined up for today." Dong Xuebing quickly got off the stage after he finished.

Many of the audience were disappointed. Dong Xuebing's performance is good enough to be performed on national TV. After his performance, all other performances are no longer interesting. This performance, "Breaking bricks with one hand," is no doubt the best tonight. A few minutes ago, no one had expected this outcome.

The back row of the Grand Hall.

Dong Xuebing returned to the back of the hall, and the nearby staff clapped for him again.

Dong Xuebing smiled and thanked them before returning to his seat.

Qin Yong gave Dong Xuebing a thumbs up and said. "Brother Dong, I am very impressed today. Breaking bricks with one hand... Hahaha... Terrific!"

"Thank you. I was also forced to do this and had no other choices." Dong Xuebing smiles. "If I were to change the program, what can I perform? Sing? I can only sing the National Anthem, but if I sing, it will be an embarrassment."

...

At the same time.

Meng Xianglin, who was looking at his phone in his hospital ward, is sneering.

Ring... ring... ring... this is the call he was waiting for.

Meng Xianglin knew Dong Xuebing's performance should have finished by now, and quickly answer the phone. "Hello, how did Dong Xuebing fare? Did he break the bricks?"

The background of the caller is very noisy. "Yes... he performed, but..."

"Hahaha... he really performed breaking those bricks? How many bricks did he break?" Meng Xianglin smiles for a few seconds before shouting angrily. "What?! He made all the bricks disappear?! What are you talking about?! Huh?! Magic...? What magic show? Say that again?! He changed the performance into a magic show, and it was a success?!" Meng Xianglin was in a daze and could not even remember when he hangs up the call.

The moment Meng Xianglin regained his senses, he threw his phone onto the floor angrily!

Meng Xianglin was sure that Dong Xuebing had made his condition worse by scaring him, and is determined to revenge. Even when he was forced to retire, he purposely set up Dong Xuebing. But Dong Xuebing still managed to escape and even earned the respect of all the staff.

Dong Xuebing!

Dong Xuebing!

How did he diffuse such a difficult situation?!

"Arggghhhhh!" Meng Xianglin suddenly had a terrible headache, and his condition worsened!

A nurse heard Meng Xianglin's cries and quickly rush to get the doctors.

...

At around 10 pm, the event ended.

Outside of the Party School, Dong Xuebing noticed it was different from the time he arrived. More people had gone up to him to greet him, and some even invited him to have dinner together. Dong Xuebing knew it must be his performance that had left a good impression with these staff. This is different from his former image of being rash and impulsive.

Suddenly, someone tapped Dong Xuebing's shoulder.

Dong Xuebing turns and smiles. "Secretary Huang."

Huang Li laughed and patted Dong Xuebing's shoulder hard. "Your 'breaking bricks with one hand' is very impressive! Well done! Hahaha!" Huang Li said and walked towards his car, which was waiting for him in front.

Dong Xuebing seldom receives praise from the leaders since he was transferred to Yan Tai County.

On his way home, Dong Xuebing's phone rang.

Xie Huilan called. "You ah... you are always full of surprises. Haha... tonight's performance is impressive."

Dong Xuebing felt proud when he heard what Xie Huilan said.

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Chapter 338 – Spending Lunar New Year together!

It's New Year's Eve.

On New Year's Eve, a few kids in the County Party Committee Quarters woke up early in the morning and let off firecrackers in the compound. Xiang Zhiyong's son, Xiao Hua, was one of the kids. They let off 'two bangs' firecrackers, hanging firecrackers and fireworks. Dong Xuebing looks at the kids playing from his window while smoking.

Everyone loves Lunar New Year, so does Dong Xuebing. He looks at his watch, and it's time for him to call home.

It was Dong Xuebing's Uncle who answered. "... Hello? Xiao Bing? Happy New Year."

"Happy New Year to you too." Dong Xuebing laughed. "Is my Mum in?"

"Xiaoping and the rest are wrapping dumplings. Wait a while. I will call her to answer."

"No need. I am calling to let you all know that I will not be going back to the village today as I have some work to do. I will return tomorrow. Help me wish my Grandmother, Aunties, and the rest Happy New Year." Dong Xuebing said and snubbed his cigarette.

"Alright. Your work is more important." Dong Xuebing's Uncle knows Xiao Bing is no longer the same as before. He is now a leader in the County, and leaders are often busier during the Lunar New Year holidays. They must send, receive gifts, visit each other, etc. Furthermore, Xiao Bing was newly promoted to be the Chief of the Investment Promotion Agency. He must take note of establishing a good relationship with other leaders.

After hanging up, Dong Xuebing puts on his coat and drove out.

Dong Xuebing had been busy the past few days and had no time to prepare. He drove to a nearby Cigarette and Alcohol shop and realized it was closed. He then drove to a supermarket along Commercial Street. He bought a carton of Zhonghua Cigarettes and a carton of Maotai. He paid and got the staff there to help him carry it onto his Mercedes backseats. After that, he went to a cosmetic shop and bought some cosmetics. These are gifts for other leaders.

On New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, government staff will normally send greeting messages or call each other.

From the second day to the fourth day, they will visit each other at their homes. Dong Xuebing had counted, and he must visit quite a several leaders. If he doesn't prepare now, he will not have enough time.

Ring... ring... ring... Dong Xuebing's phone rang.

"Chief Dong, Happy New Year!" Liu Dahai is the first to wish Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing laughed. "Thank you. I wish you a happy family and a good career."

"Hahaha... thank you."

After that, a lot of people called Dong Xuebing to wish him.

Dong Xuebing had no time to rest. After buying the gifts, he returned home and download some greeting messages. He needs to send different messages to different leaders. It will be disrespectful to send SMS greetings to some leaders. For example, Senior Xie, Xie Huilan's parents, Huang Li, Geng Yuchao, etc. and he had to call them to wish them one by one.

Who says government leaders are very free?

Dong Xuebing spent the whole afternoon answering and making phone calls.

At around 6 pm, the skies become dark.

Dong Xuebing felt it about time and called Xie Huilan. She does not have any relatives and friends here, and she should be alone. Dong Xuebing had planned to accompany her today, and that's why he did not return home. But Xie Huilan did not answer his call. He looked out of his window at the building opposite and called Hu Silian's number.

"Hello, Sister Hu. I'm Dong Xuebing."

"You think I don't recognize your number? What is it?" Secretary Hu was puzzled as they had just finished talking over the phone a while ago.

"Is Mayor Xie at home now? How come no one is answering?"

"Oh, the Mayor had gone to attend the County's New Year Celebration Gala event."

"Eh? I thought the New Year Celebration Gala event is tomorrow?"

"It is aired tomorrow, but it is not live telecast. That's why they need to pre-record the show first. I am currently waiting for Mayor Xie outside the venue, and I think it will end around eight or nine pm."

"Oh... Thank you, Sister Hu."

"Haha... don't mention it."

Although Hu Silian's position is the County Government Office's Deputy Chief, her rank and position are lower than Dong Xuebing, but she is the Mayor's secretary. Her status is different, and even after Dong Xuebing was promoted, he was still very polite. It is the same as Xie Huilan's driver, Old Yan. Although Old Yan does not hold any rank, even the County Government Office Director had to greet him with a smile.

After hanging up, Dong Xuebing thought for a while and went to his kitchen. He found many chives among the vegetables the civilians gave him and took a box of minced meat and a bottle of Maotai before going downstairs. He looks around sneakily and quickly ran into the building opposite. After taking the elevator up, he looked around. He made sure there are no one around before using his keys to open Xie Huilan's apartment.

An hour passed.

Two hours passed.

Suddenly, Dong Xuebing heard the sounds of keys, and the door opened.

After closing the door, Xie Huilan took off her heels and wore her slippers, and she noticed a pair of men's shoes on the shoe rack. She looked inside her apartment and laughed. "Haha... when did you arrive?"

Dong Xuebing stood up. "I thought you will be bored to spend Lunar New Year's Eve alone. So, I come over to accompany you."

"I am fine. Isn't your hometown in Hui Tian County?" Xie Huilan placed her heels onto the shoe rack. "Are sure it is fine for you to not go back?"

"It's alright. I had called them."

"Thank you."

"What's there to thank?"

Xie Huilan smiles and looks at Dong Xuebing. "I don't know what I should say. I am very happy that you will be accompanying me today. Haha... On my way back, I was still thinking about what I should do tonight. Watch the gala show on TV alone? It seems boring... Hahaha... Since you are here, let's make something to eat. Hmmm... if I know you will be coming over, I should have bought some frozen dumplings."

Dong Xuebing points to the kitchen. "I had wrapped the dumplings, and it's ready to be cooked when you are hungry."

"... you finish wrapping the dumplings?"

"Yes... I just finished wrapping them. It's chives and minced meat dumplings."

"Haha... this is the first time I am eating my Xiao Dong's dumplings." Xie Huilan looks into the kitchen and smiles. "I feel bad letting you cook for me every time. Alright... I shall cook two more dishes for us to eat while drinking. Hahaha... don't give me that look. Although I am not good at cooking, I can still make some cold dishes. I cannot be letting you do all the work, right?"

Dong Xuebing's face turns red when he heard Xie Huilan said 'my Xiao Dong.' "Let me help you."

"No need." Xie Huilan laughed and rolled up her sleeves. "You should be tired. Take a break and watch TV. Ah... the Gala night is starting. Switch to CCTV."

"Ok. Just prepare a tossed cucumber in the sauce will do."

"Hmm... I shall see what I have first."

Dong Xuebing knew Xie Huilan does not have a gentle character. But these few days, her attitude towards Dong Xuebing had changed slightly. Dong Xuebing had held Xie Huilan's hand and kissed her before his relationship with Qu Yunxuan was exposed. Since then, Xie Huilan is no longer as close to him as before. But now, her change of attitude had given Dong Xuebing hope. Who knows, he might get to hold her hands after a few months.

After about twenty minutes, the dumplings are cooked, and the cold dishes are ready.

Dong Xuebing and Xie Huilan sat in front of the TV to drink and eat.

Most Chinese from the northern region have the habit of watching CCTV's gala night on New Year's Eve. But the gala night performances are getting worse. Even the sketch which Dong Xuebing loves the most is getting worse. Luckily, some of this year's sketches are still fine.

Xie Huilan said. "Xiao Bing, your magic performance yesterday is good enough to be performed on Gala night."

"That's right." There are only the two of them in the apartment, and Dong Xuebing is not modest. "But... I am a civil servant, and it's not right for me to perform."

"Hahaha... I was only joking with you, and you treat it seriously?"

Dong Xuebing laughed and took a sip of Maotai. "Oh, do you like dumplings?"

Xie Huilan looks at Dong Xuebing and smiles. "Can our Xiao Bing's dumplings taste bad? It's delicious! Let me count how many have I eaten... twenty-five? Thirty?"

"Have more then. There some still uncooked ones in the kitchen."

"No... I'm full." Xie Huilan laughed and looks at her watch. "There are two more hours to midnight. Are we going to sit here and watch TV? This year's show is quite boring, right?" Dong Xuebing nodded, and Xie Huilan wiped her mouth with a napkin. "Are you full? Let's play cards. But we must have some punishment for the loser. How about the loser drink a glass of alcohol?"

Dong Xuebing quickly wave his hand. "I am not drinking. I can't drink anymore.

After getting drunk twice and embarrassing himself, Dong Xuebing is scared to disgrace himself again.

Xie Huilan laughed. "Then what do you suggest?"

Dong Xuebing joked. "Since your apartment's heater is so warm, the loser must remove a piece of clothing." After saying that, Dong Xuebing immediately regretted it. What was I thinking?!

Xie Huilan laughed as she looks at Dong Xuebing. "You are too much... Hahaha... Alright. Since I am in a good mood today, the loser will have to remove a piece of clothing." She stood up and continued. "I am not wearing a lot today. Is it against the rules if I go in and put on more clothing?"

"No... no..." Dong Xuebing got excited.

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Chapter 339 – One piece by one piece...!

Evening. 10 pm.

County Party Committee Quarters, Xie Huilan's apartment.

People are celebrating Lunar New Year with firecrackers outside. It was so loud until Dong Xuebing cannot hear the TV. He closed the curtains and increased the volume of the TV. After that, Dong Xuebing thought for a second and wore back his shoes.

"Sister Xie, are you done?"

"Haha... I am wearing my clothes. Stop hurrying me."

A few moments later, the bedroom door opened, and Xie Huilan walks out. "Alright."

"Eh? Didn't you go and wear your clothes?" Dong Xuebing blinked and asked. "Are you sure you are done?"

"Yes. Let's start." Xie Huilan sat down gracefully on the leather sofa.

Xie Huilan was about the same as before, and her hair is pinned up into a bun. Her black ladies' suit is tight-fitting and showed her figure. Under her suit, she wore a white blouse, and she had put on a pair of black heels. Other than putting on the suit's jacket and heels, she did not put on anything else.

Dong Xuebing thought Xie Huilan would put on at least three more layers of clothing. He laughed. "Sister Xie, you are the one who did not put on more clothes. Don't blame me if you lose later."

Xie Huilan smiles. "We still don't know who will lose."

"Shall we start?" Dong Xuebing asked. "What do you want to play, and what are the rules?"

"I don't know a lot of card games. How about we play something simple? Let's play 'Pull the cart.'"

"No... a game will take too long. It will take a long time before I can take off your..." Dong Xuebing quickly stopped. "This game is too simple and will not show our skills. If we are going to play 'Pull the cart,' we should choose the sequence of the cards we draw and not the first card. This way, the game will be based on how well we can remember the cards."

Xie Huilan laughed and nodded. "Ok."

"Let's shuffle the cards." Dong Xuebing rubbed his hands together.

The first game started. Xie Huilan place a card down, followed by Dong Xuebing. She placed another card, and Dong Xuebing place a card down.

Dong Xuebing was very confident initially, as he had played this game since he was young and has lots of experience. Xie Huilan is from a well-to-do family, and she should not have played many card games when she was young. So, Dong Xuebing thought he will win for sure. But after the game started, he realized he was wrong. After both of them had placed all the cards, Xie Huilan showed her amazing memory. Every card she drew from her stack matches the card on the table, and she gets to take away five to six cards from Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing started to sweat.

Xie Huilan drank her tea while playing and even set a trap for Dong Xuebing. When there are more than a dozen cards on the table, she smiles. She drew nine hearts from her stack, and the top card on the table is also nine! She took away all the cards, leaving Dong Xuebing much lesser cards. After that, Dong Xuebing lost all his cards to Xie Huilan.

Dong Xuebing lost the first game.

Xie Huilan laughed. "I said we don't know who the winner will be, right?"

"Don't be so happy first. This is only the first game." Dong Xuebing replied. "Again! I don't believe I will lose again!"

"Did you forget something?" Xie Huilan laughed as she looks at Dong Xuebing's body. "The loser must remove a piece of his clothing."

Dong Xuebing bends over and slowly took off his shoes.

Xie Huilan said. "Shoes are not counted."

"Why not? If shoes are not counted, why did you put on that pair of high heels?"

"That is to match my clothing. Even if I lose, I will also not take off my heels."

Dong Xuebing does not believe her. "Socks?"

Xie Huilan laughed and shook her head. "Shoes are not counted, so does socks."

Dong Xuebing got mad and pointed at Xie Huilan's feet. "You had taken off your stockings before we ate. Why did you put them on? You must be preparing to use them as one of your clothing pieces. If you lost this round, you would take off your shoes or stockings."

Xie Huilan crossed her legs and laughed. "Have you been looking at my feet all this while?"

"No. I did not!" Dong Xuebing quickly denied.

"Then how did you know about my stockings? The stockings I wore these few days are a very light color. No one will notice if I am wearing stockings unless they purposely look at my feet. Hahaha..." Xie Huilan wriggled her feet and slipped the back of her feet out of her heels. Leaving her heels dangling on her toes. "You even notice when I had taken off my stockings, and when I put them on again." Xie Huilan seems to be seducing Dong Xuebing by swinging her heels by her toes slowly in front of him.

Dong Xuebing swallowed his saliva and insisted. "Why should I pay attention to your feet? I just saw it unintentionally when you changed into your slippers."

"Really?" Xie Huilan batted her eyelashes. "Then I must have misunderstood you."

When they were in Beijing, Dong Xuebing had used Xie Huilan's worn stockings to do something bad and was caught red-handed by her. Dong Xuebing is too embarrassed to bring this up again and quickly change the subject. "Alright... socks are not counted. I... I will remove my coat." Dong Xuebing said and threw his coat on the chair.

"Shall we start the second round?"

"Sure. Shuffle the cards!"

After the first game, Dong Xuebing realized Xie Huilan has an amazing memory. She can remember most of the cards and sequence in her stack. Dong Xuebing no longer took Xie Huilan lightly and started to play seriously. Come on! I don't believe I cannot strip you naked today! Xie Huilan's perfect figure is too tempting for Dong Xuebing, and he is determined to see her naked today.

Lady luck is on Dong Xuebing's side this time, and he finally won.

Xie Huilan laughed. "You are quite lucky."

Dong Xuebing did not reply and looks at Xie Huilan.

"Stop looking. I did not forget. Hahaha." Xie Huilan looks down and seems to be considering which piece of clothing to remove.

Dong Xuebing got anxious and lit a cigarette.

Suddenly, Xie Huilan looks up at Dong Xuebing. "Which piece should I remove?"

"Are you asking me?" Dong Xuebing choked. "I get to pick the piece of clothing?"

"I will consider your suggestion."

"Then..." Dong Xuebing had wanted to say her suit jacket but changed his mind. He gritted his teeth and said. "Take off your blouse!" It is meaningless to take off the jacket as he will not get to see anything. But if the blouse is removed and Xie Huilan is not wearing long john underneath, he will get to see something.

Xie Huilan laughed. "My blouse? No problem."

Xie Huilan slowly took off her jacket and started unbuttoning her blouse from the top. When she unbuttons the second button, Dong Xuebing was disappointed. He saw a long white john underneath, and the material is very thin. After unbuttoning the last button, Xie Huilan slid the blouse off her shoulders and wore back her jacket.

Although nothing was exposed, Dong Xuebing was still getting excited.

Xie Huilan looked at Dong Xuebing and laughed. "Is it really so attractive?"

"Yes." Dong Xuebing did not pretend. "You don't know how beautiful you are."

"Haha... Thanks for the compliment." Xie Huilan suddenly said. "Since I had let you pick which clothes to remove, I will get to pick which piece of clothing if you lose, right?"

"... ok." Dong Xuebing replied.

The third game started.

About fifteen minutes later, Dong Xuebing lost badly to Xie Huilan again.

Xie Huilan laughed. "It's my turn to pick, right?" She looks at Dong Xuebing from top to bottom.

"Which do you want to pick?" Dong Xuebing felt the hair on his back stands.

Xie Huilan's eyes stopped at Dong Xuebing's pants and narrowed her eyes. "If you are wearing something underneath, take that off, ok?"

Dong Xuebing took a deep breath. "What do you mean?"

"... what do you think?"

"Sister Xie... can you don't do this?" Dong Xuebing grumbled. "This is too progressing too fast, and you are asking me to take off my underwear?!" If he knew earlier, he should have... Sigh... Dong Xuebing is regretting choosing the piece of clothing for Xie Huilan. He recalls back what Xie Huilan said earlier. If he wants Sister Xie to remove her underwear, she will definitely refuse. This is cheating. "No. Cannot."

"Are you trying to go back on your words?"

"Your request is ridiculous. Fine. I will remove it, but I will remove it in the toilet."

Xie Huilan refused. "Haha... It will not be fun if you are not taking it off in front of me."

Dong Xuebing grumbled in his heart. You might find it fun... but you had made me hard, and it is too embarrassing if I take off my pants now.

Xie Huilan finally gave in and suggested. "It's fine if you don't want to take it off your underwear. But you must remove two pieces of clothing."

Dong Xuebing thought for a while, and took off his shirt and pants, leaving only his long john. I don't believe I cannot strip you naked today! You dare to laugh at me?! I will make you cry!

Translator's notes:

Pulling the cart is a poker game played in China. Each player will get a stack of cards, and they are not allowed to see the cards. The players will have to draw the top card of their stack and place it face-up on the table. If another player places a card that is the same as the previous card, the player will get to take away all the cards on the table. The first player who loses all his cards will lose the game.

For example, the card on the table facing up is J, and if the next player drew J, he would get to keep all the cards on the table. If the top card is an ace, and the next player drew an Ace from his stack, the previous player must give five extra cards to the player who drew Ace.

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Chapter 340 – Naked!

Night. 11 pm.

It's an hour away from the New Year.

Dong Xuebing, who had only his long john pants left in the living room, felt he was tricked by Xie Huilan. Sister Xie is on a winning streak, and Dong Xuebing knows he cannot continue to lose. He had trained his memory when he took the Civil Servant exams and is confident that he will not lose so badly. He must win.

The next game started.

Dong Xuebing concentrated on the cards and was not distracted by Xie Huilan's sexy figure. He did not even look in her direction.

Xie Huilan laughed. "Do you need to be so serious?"

"You will not be saying this when you are almost naked." Dong Xuebing stared at the cards to memorize them.

"You still have three pieces of clothing left, right?" Xie Huilan threw a card down. "It's still early. Slow down. Hahaha."

Dong Xuebing thought to himself. I shall see if you can still laugh later. Dong Xuebing is serious now, as he is determined to look at Xie Huilan's sexy long legs.

Dong Xuebing had put all his concentration into the game and had gotten some results.

Ten minutes later, Dong Xuebing won this round.

Dong Xuebing is overjoyed. "It's my turn to pick my choice of your clothing."

Haha! I can finally see more of her flesh!

"Hehe... picking the piece of clothing is the last game. I did not say it will apply to this game, right?" Xie Huilan crossed her legs and took off her suit jacket. "Alright. Let's start the next game. I think I should treat this game seriously now."

Dong Xuebing: "..."

"What's wrong? Hurry up and shuffle the cards."

"Sister Xie, I realized that you are very cunning."

Xie Huilan laughed. "Being cunning is an important requirement for a government official. Are you praising me?"

Dong Xuebing is speechless. Everything must be going according to Xie Huilan's rules. This is cheating! Fine. "Hold on. Let's set the rules before we start this game. Why must I give in to you when I win, and I must listen to your rules when you win?"

Xie Huilan looked at her watch and laughed. "Alright. It's almost midnight, and we still need to countdown to the Lunar New Year. How about the loser take off three pieces of clothing in this game?" Even if Xie Huilan takes off three pieces of clothing, she will still have her underwear on.

Dong Xuebing tapped on his thighs. "It's cold today, and I am wearing two long john pants. That means I still have four pieces of clothing on me. The loser shall take off four pieces of clothing."

Xie Huilan narrowed her eyes. "Ok. Four pieces of clothing.

Dong Xuebing rolled up his sleeves and took a deep breath. "Let's start."

This game is either make or break!

Dong Xuebing shuffled the cards and dealt the cards.

Dong Xuebing and Xie Huilan did not say a word, and they tried to memorize all the cards. Xie Huilan's memory is much better, and every time she threw a card out, she can collect two to five cards from Dong Xuebing. This game is not in favor of Dong Xuebing, and he started to sweat. No... I will lose if this carries on. No matter how hard he tried, he can only remember a small portion of cards.

Five minutes...

Ten minutes...

Suddenly, Dong Xuebing has an opportunity.

Dong Xuebing had won Sister Xie's K, and he held Ace in his stack. There are no more cards on the table, and Dong Xuebing threw out the K. As the number of cards on the table increases, Xie Huilan made a few mistakes, and Dong Xuebing threw out his Ace. He won all the cards on the table!

Xie Huilan does not have many cards left, and Dong Xuebing finally won against her after half an hour!

I won! Hahaha!

Dong Xuebing is very excited. This time, he can finally see more of Xie Huilan!

Xie Huilan pushes the card away from her and laughed. "Do you need to be so happy?"

"Sister Xie, we agreed on four pieces of clothing earlier." Dong Xuebing sat up straight and looks at Xie Huilan. "You cannot go back on your words this time."

Xie Huilan smiled and stood up. Her hands reached for her waist and unbuckled her belt. After that, she unbuttoned her pants and slowly slide her pants down her long legs. She stepped out of her pants and place it on the sofa. She took off her long john top and threw it aside. Xie Huilan seems to like black colored underwear. This time, she is wearing a pair of black bra with small red prints.

Dong Xuebing is looking at her body without blinking.

Xie Huilan glanced at Dong Xuebing and took off her long john pants.

Xie Huilan's long sexy legs are finally exposed to Dong Xuebing, and he even gets to see her lacy underwear.

Xie Huilan is left with her bra and underwear now.

"How many pieces have I taken off?" Xie Huilan stopped.

"... three pieces." Dong Xuebing replied. "You still need to take off one more piece."

Xie Huilan laughed. "Really? How come I think I had taken off four pieces? Can you count again?"

"Your suit pants, long john top, and long john pants. I don't need to count." Dong Xuebing's eyes are roaming on Xie Huilan's body. This is the chance of a lifetime, and he will not miss it.

Xie Huilan did not move and looks at Dong Xuebing. "Can I owe you this piece of clothing?"

Dong Xuebing cleared his throat. "Sister Xie, we had agreed on the rules, and you are the one who suggested this. Furthermore, err..." Dong Xuebing lowered his voice. "It's not like I had not seen you naked before." When Dong Xuebing saved Xie Huilan from drowning and brought her home, he had seen her naked before. Xie Huilan was generous at that time and did not even try to cover herself up. Dong Xuebing knew Sister Xie is not someone shy because of that incident.

Xie Huilan laughed. "How can you compare then and now? I had no choice at your place as all my clothes are wet. Furthermore, I was puking at that time." She said and sat down on the sofa. "It's almost time for the countdown to Lunar New Year. Can you let me keep some modesty?"

Dong Xuebing had wanted to say no but gave in. He sighed and said. "Alright..."

It's such a pity. Dong Xuebing thought he could look at Xie Huilan's breasts up close this time.

Xie Huilan laughed. "Can I wear back my clothes?"

"Ok. Don't catch a cold." Dong Xuebing did not wear back his clothes as the apartment is not cold. Moreover, he is still wearing his long johns.

Xie Huilan carried her clothes back into the bedroom. After a while, the door open and Dong Xuebing heard her heels.

Dong Xuebing turned and was shocked. Xie Huilan was wearing a white blouse with a plunging neckline and is not wearing her long john. Part of her black bra is showing, and she is only wearing a pair of stockings at her bottom. It was too sexy.

"Why are you not wearing your clothes?" Dong Xuebing pretended to ask. "It's cold."

"Haha... This is what I wear at home. It's comfortable."

Dong Xuebing remembered the last time he came to Xie Huilan's apartment during their quarrel, she was only wearing a thin top and no pants. Now, her blouse is long enough to cover her lacy black underwear, and it looks sexier. Dong Xuebing knew no one will wear stockings and heels at home... Is she wearing stockings and heels for him?

Dong Xuebing is getting heated up.

Xie Huilan walked over to the sofa and crossed her legs.

Dong Xuebing felt he is on fire. He looks at her thighs and legs. Xie Huilan's dressing is too seductive for Dong Xuebing. "Sister Xie..."

"Huh?" Xie Huilan turns to Dong Xuebing.

"Can I kiss you?"

"Haha... what if I say no?"

"Err... can I touch your legs?"

"... what do you think?" Xie Huilan smiles.

Dong Xuebing got bolder after looking at Xie Huilan's expression. He reached out for Sister Xie's neck and lowered his head. Xie Huilan was still looking at him with a smile. Dong Xuebing looked at her and kissed her. He bit her lips and sucked on her tongue.

Dong Xuebing finally kissed Sister Xie again after a long time.

Dong Xuebing is overjoyed and kissed her for a while.

Xie Huilan did not kiss him back but remained there expressionless for him to kiss.

Dong Xuebing did not expect Xie Huilan to react because he was still feeling guilty about that incident with Aunt Xuan. Being able to kiss Xie Huilan is already a breakthrough.

Their lips separated. Dong Xuebing smiled and held Xie Huilan's hand.

Xie Huilan also tightened her grip on Dong Xuebing and stroked Dong Xuebing's fingers lightly. "It's starting..."

The countdown for Lunar New Year started.

Dong Xuebing and Xie Huilan held hands and watch the TV host counting down.

"10... 9... 8... 7... 6... 5... 4..."

Dong Xuebing tightens his grip on Xie Huilan's hand.

"3..."

"2..."

"1..."

"Wooo!"

Lots of firecrackers and fireworks were let off!

Everyone in the quarters and in the TV cheered!

Dong Xuebing laughed. "Sister Xie, we had held hands from last year to this year... We held hands for a year!"

Xie Huilan pushes Dong Xuebing's other hand, which was on her thighs, away, and laughed. "You had also touched my thighs for one year. You had taken advantage of me for one year too."

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Chapter 341 – Confirming the marriage date!

After midnight, it's the start of the New Year.

Dong Xuebing heard the loud firecrackers outside and ran over to his bag to take out some sparkles. He gave half to Sister Xie, and Xie Huilan took out one stick. Dong Xuebing quickly lit it with his lighter and lit one himself. The living room immediately lit up from the sparkles.

Xie Huilan waved the sparkle. "It's almost ten years since I played with these. Time passes so fast."

"Really?" Dong Xuebing lit up another sparkle after the one he was holding finished burning. "Don't you play with firecrackers during New Year?"

Dong Xuebing will let off some firecrackers every year.

"I worked in the Finance Ministry after I entered the government service and was so busy until I don't have time to celebrate New Year. After getting some experience there, I was transferred to the Central Government Publicity Department, News Agency, as the Deputy Bureau Director of their research department. I am also considered a leader, and it's not nice to be seen letting off fireworks. Our family also does not have the tradition of letting off fireworks." Xie Huilan said and threw the sparkle away. She took a new one for Dong Xuebing to light it. "The last time I played with sparkles is when Xiao Hao was still very young. He kept dragging me out to play with him by the roadside. It's been so many years."

More than a dozen sparkles had finished burning.

Dong Xuebing laughed. "Do you want me to go home and get more?"

"That's enough." Xie Huilan covered her nose and coughed. "It's too smoky. Open the windows."

"Ok. But you must put on some clothes first. It's cold."

"... ok. You should wear back your clothes too."

Dong Xuebing walked over to the window and opened it, letting the wind clear the smoke.

Behind Dong Xuebing, Xie Huilan puts on her pants on the sofa. Even her movements are graceful when she was putting on her pants. Dong Xuebing looks at her in a daze and quickly looks away when she buckles her belt.

After the smoke is cleared, Dong Xuebing closed the windows.

Xie Huilan smiled and said. "Xiao Bing, come over for a while."

"Huh?" Dong Xuebing walked over and sat beside Xie Huilan. "What is it?"

Tap... tap... Xie Huilan tapped on her thigh. "Come over and place your head here."

"Place my head on your lap?" Dong Xuebing was surprised. "What does this mean?" He asked but quickly laid down on the sofa and rested his head on Xie Huilan's lap. Her thigh is soft and warm.

Xie Huilan smiled and stroked Dong Xuebing's hair and touched his face. It is like examine a piece of antique. She touched Dong Xuebing's hair, face, brows, lashes, nose, lips, etc. lightly.

Dong Xuebing felt good and ticklish. He closed his eyes and asked. "What are you doing?"

"Thank you for accompanying me today. Thanks to your dumplings and sparkles, I had a good time this Lunar New Year."

"Hmm... are you satisfied?"

"Yes."

"Then shouldn't you give me some rewards?" Dong Xuebing said shyly. "Kiss me again."

Xie Huilan laughed. "Don't be too much. Hahaha... You had kissed me earlier. No more."

Dong Xuebing turned his body sideways slowly, and his face is facing Xie Huilan's tummy. His face and mouth are only centimeters away from Xie Huilan's private parts. He closed his eyes and pretended to be resting. But he is sniffing her body smell with his nose and mouth.

Sister Xie's body smell was sucked into Dong Xuebing's lungs.

Xie Huilan laughed. "You... can you behave yourself for a while? What are you sniffing?"

"I am not sniffing. I am just breathing." Dong Xuebing's face turns red.

"Who breath so hard like you? Huh?" Xie Huilan was not blushing and touched Dong Xuebing's lips with her thumb. "Lay down properly and stop moving about."

Dong Xuebing nodded.

Suddenly, a mobile phone rang.

Xie Huilan reached over to the coffee table and picks up her phone. "Hello... Oh... Yuchao... Haha... Happy New Year to you too... thank you." After that, Xie Huilan received a few more calls wishing her a Happy New Year. Many people like to call at around midnight.

After Xie Huilan ended the calls, Dong Xuebing suddenly remembered that he still did not wish Xie Huilan's mother, Han Jing, to be happy. He quickly asks. "Sister Xie, what is your mother's phone number? I still have not sent her my New Year greetings."

"Wait a while." Xie Huilan called her mother on her phone.

Dong Xuebing did not get up and was still lying on Sister Xie's lap.

The line got through. "Hello, Mum... yes... Please wait for a second. Xiao Dong wants to talk to you..." Xie Huilan passed the phone to Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing quickly sat up and answered. "Auntie... I'm Xiao Dong."

Madam Han laughed. "Are you spending the New Year with Huilan? Both of you are really close."

"Errr... I had called your house this afternoon, but no one answered. I also don't know your mobile phone number, and I wish you a Happy New Year now.

"Thank you." Madam Han chatted with Dong Xuebing for a while and suddenly said. "I heard Senior Xie had given you and Huilan writing. Match made in heaven?"

"Yes..."

Madam Han paused for a second and laughed. "Since Senior Xie had given his words, it's time to confirm you and Huilan's relationship. I had discussed with Huilan's father after you all left and asked the rest of our family for their opinions. We decided to wait until you are promoted to Deputy Director before both of you get married in Beijing. You two will hold your wedding in Beijing, and I will help you all with the preparations. Hahaha... What do you think?"

Dong Xuebing was stunned. "Marriage?"

"Yes. Huilan is not young anymore, and it's time for her to settle down."

Han Jing had considered for a long time before coming to this decision. Xie Huilan's position is getting higher and is currently a Director ranked leader. As she got climbed up the ranks, her flaw is getting more obvious. She is too young and single. In politics, the family relationship is critical. If a leader had not settled down, his or her career would be affected. Even a divorcee is better than someone single. At the Bureau Director level, how many of them are single?

That's why Xie Huilan's marriage must be brought forward.

But Dong Xuebing is currently the head of the Investment Promotion Agency and is a department under the County Government. His top boss is Xie Huilan, and this is considered a conflict of interest. If they announced their relationship, one of them must be transferred away. Dong Xuebing's rank is only a Section Chief, and is very young. If they held their wedding now, there would be gossips. Han Jing wants to wait until Dong Xuebing is promoted to the Deputy Director level before getting married.

Dong Xuebing felt his heart racing.

Marriage? I will be getting married to Xie Huilan?"

No words can describe Dong Xuebing's feelings!

Dong Xuebing had thought marriage with Xie Huilan was out of reach even after Senior Xie and the Xie family had approved him. But now, Madam Han is telling him that if he got promoted to Deputy Director, he would get married to the woman of his dreams. He will get to hug and kiss her to sleep every day.

Dong Xuebing was stunned. "Auntie, what about Sister Xie..."

Madam Han laughed. "I spoke to Huilan yesterday, and she agreed."

Agreed?! Xie Huilan had agreed to this arrangement?!

After hanging up, Dong Xuebing looks at Xie Huilan. "Your mother said after I got promoted to Deputy Director, we will..."

"I know." Xie Huilan laughed and held her teacup with both hands. "That's why you must do a good job in the Investment Promotion Agency and get good results. If not, you must wait for at least three to four years at your age. If something happens during this period, you might not get promoted in your lifetime. Hahaha... It's not easy to be my husband. Are you feeling the pressure now?"

Dong Xuebing wants to get married to Xie Huilan even in his dreams.

Xie Huilan is a perfect woman. Her face, figure, character, capabilities are all outstanding. Although she is overbearing at times, to Dong Xuebing, this is not her flaw. Instead, he loves this overbearingness of her.

Dong Xuebing is very, very, excited.

But after calming down, Dong Xuebing is troubled.

Dong Xuebing is too greedy. He wants to marry Xie Huilan, but also wants to marry Qu Yunxuan. To him, Aunt Xuan is also perfect and is also Dong Xuebing's dream girl. But the law states that he can only marry one woman. Suddenly, his relationship problems surfaced again.

Xie Huilan...

Qu Yunxuan...

Damn! Who should I marry?!

Dong Xuebing felt it's wrong for him to think this way, and it is disrespectful to both women. But... he must make a decision.

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Chapter 342 – 5-year agreement!

Xie Huilan... Qu Yunxuan...

Dong Xuebing could not make up his mind.

"What are you thinking?" Xie Huilan placed her teacup on the table and asked.

"Err... nothing." Dong Xuebing sat down on the sofa with a gloomy expression.

"Are you thinking about Yunxuan? What will happen to her if we get married? How are you going to face her? Right?" Xie Huilan laughed and narrowed her eyes. "You... you are a flirt and is not satisfied with only a girlfriend. Haha... but to put it more nicely, you are sentimental and value feelings. You like both of us and do not want to hurt anyone of us, right?"

Dong Xuebing nodded. Sentimental and value feelings are the right description.

Xie Huilan laughed. "You had thought too highly of yourself! If you are sentimental and value feelings, you will not flirt with other women after you got a partner!"

"You are right. I deserved to be scolded." Dong Xuebing sighed.

"Alright. Look at your sad face." Xie Huilan crossed her legs. "I had discussed with Yunxuan about this."

Dong Xuebing was shocked. "What have you discussed with her?"

Xie Huilan laughed again. "Of course, it's about marriage and our relationship issues. Do you think we have not done anything since that incident? We did not mention anything to you because we are afraid that your heart might stop again. Yunxuan and I had contacted each other many times and even met up twice in the past month. We had come down to a decision."

Dong Xuebing swallowed his saliva. "... what's the decision?"

"Do you want to know?" Xie Huilan turned her head away. "Call and ask her yourself."

"Ah... please tell me."

"You will know when you ask her."

Dong Xuebing saw Xie Huilan refusing to answer him and picks up his phone cautiously. Today, his small iPhone felt so heavy. He looked at Xie Huilan and walked into the bedroom. After closing the door, he paced up and down for a while before calling Qu Yunxuan.

Ring... ring... Xie Huilan answered.

"Hello, Aunt Xuan. It's me."

Qu Yunxuan laughed. "Haha... didn't you just called me this morning? I am about to sleep."

"Aunt Xuan. Are you hiding something from me?"

"... what is it?" Qu Yunxuan replied after a slight pause.

"Sister Xie told me that both of you had discussed something."

"Oh..." Qu Yunxuan paused for a few seconds and replied. "Didn't she tell you about it?"

"She asked me to ask you." Dong Xuebing got anxious. "Aunt Xuan. Please tell me now."

There was a long pause, and it made Dong Xuebing more anxious and scared. After a few seconds, Qu Yunxuan said. "Both of you will get married first."

Dong Xuebing could not believe his ears. "How can I do that? You... what about you..."

"I thought you had forgotten about me."

"Sigh... I will never forget you. What are you talking about?"

"At least you still have some conscience. Hmmm... I had discussed with Huilan over the past few days, and we quarreled several times. Don't ask me about the process, and I will only tell you about the outcome of our discussion." Qu Yunxuan continued. "You had saved my life once and saved Huilan twice. Both of us owe you too much, and since this had already happened, there is no point arguing over it. So, Huilan and I will each take a step back and think of a way to solve this problem. Both of us are not willing to back off, and we decided to let you get married twice."

Dong Xuebing was stunned. "Twice? What do you mean?"

"That means Huilan, and you will get married first. She is a Mayor and is from a good family. She can help you in your career, and this is something I cannot do. But five years later, both of you must divorce and get married to me. Then... after another five years... it will be up to you to decide. If you want to get back with Huilan, I will not stop you."

"Five years? Marriage?" Dong Xuebing was speechless.

"Yes. Other than this arrangement, we can't think of any other solution to solve our relationship issue. To be honest, I want to get married to you first. But Xie Huilan also wants to get married first. So, we made a bet on the first digit of the lottery a few days ago. I bet on odd, and she bet on even. In the end, the first digit of the lottery is 6, and she won. So... you can get married to her first. What do you think?"

Dong Xuebing's mind is blank, and could not think about anything at all. "This... five years? Err..."

"You don't like this arrangement?"

"No... but... but will this work?"

"Now, it is not about whether if this can work or now. This is the only solution. Do you think I want to wait for five years? Do you think I want you to get married to Huilan? Didn't you say you want to get married to both of us?! Then tell me! What should I do?!" Bam... bam... bam... other than the firecrackers going off in Qu Yunxuan's background, Dong Xuebing could also hear her hitting her bed. Qu Yunxuan is angry.

Dong Xuebing quickly says. "Don't get angry... It's all my fault."

"..." Aunt Xuan did not say anything.

"I am not saying this will not work. But... but I felt sorry towards both of you."

"Xiao Bing." Qu Yunxuan suddenly sighed. "I don't want you to be troubled over this problem. When you collapse suddenly, and the doctor gave us the critical notification document, I was almost scared to death. I don't want anything else as long as you are healthy. I am serious. If you think Huilan is better, I can give up and will not force you. I... I will be fine by myself."

Dong Xuebing was touched. "No... I will not let you be alone."

"Are you going to agree to what Huilan and I discussed?"

"Yes." Dong Xuebing felt guilty. "Aunt Xuan. Thank you."

"What's there to thank me? I had watched you grow up, and as long as you are happy and healthy, I will be grateful."

"... Thank you."

"Haha... why are you thanking me again?"

Qu Yunxuan is too caring and gentle, and Dong Xuebing was also touched by Xie Huilan giving in to him. Both women are perfect in their own ways, and yet they had come up with this agreement because of him. Each person will get married to Dong Xuebing for five years, which Dong Xuebing wished for. His wish had come true, but at the same time, he felt more guilty towards them. Because of him, both women had to make such a big sacrifice.

No words can describe Dong Xuebing's feelings, and his eyes turned red.

At this time, the bedroom door opens, and Xie Huilan entered.

"Ah, why are your eyes red?" Xie Huilan laughed. "Did your Aunt Xuan scold you?"

Qu Yunxuan heard Xie Huilan's voice and said. "Huilan is beside you? Xiao Bing, turn on the speakerphone."

Dong Xuebing hesitated for a second and turns on the speakerphone.

Qu Yunxuan said. "Huilan, I had told Xiao Bing about what we discussed, and he is fine with it."

Xie Huilan laughed. "Do you think he will reject this proposal? He must be jumping with joy in his heart now."

"No!" Dong Xuebing quickly explained himself.

Qu Yunxuan continued. "But as we agreed before, no one knows what the future has for us. Huilan, if after you two get married, and Xiao Bing cannot stand you, the five-year agreement will be void. Xiao Bing can get married to me before five years is up. This is what you agreed, right?"

Xie Huilan nodded. "I am afraid that after Xiao Bing spent five years with me, he will forget about you. At that time, the agreement will also be void. Right?"

"Yes." Qu Yunxuan replied.

"Alright." Xie Huilan replied. "That's settled."

Dong Xuebing will always be covered in a cold sweat whenever he saw Xie Huilan, and Qu Yunxuan speaks. He nervously interrupts. "Sister Xie, Aunt Xuan... I don't have looks and character. How can I let both of you do this... I... I don't know what to say... I..."

Xie Huilan laughed and looked at Dong Xuebing. "If you don't know what to say, then don't say anything. Do you think that you are not worth it for us to fight over you? We are also not stupid. This five-year agreement is between the three of us. None of us know if this is the right decision, but time will give us an answer. Stop saying you are sorry. It's irritating. Hahaha."

Qu Yunxuan added. "I agree with what Huilan said. Xiao Bing, you don't need to be sorry for us. Huilan and I can still talk to you now are because you risked your life to save us. How many times have you almost died because of us? It should be us who should thank you. Without saving our lives, we will not be talking about our relationship. So, stop thinking that you owe us a lot."

Dong Xuebing paused for a long time and said. "Thank you."

Qu Yunxuan scolded angrily. "If you say those words again, I will smack your ass!"

Xie Huilan laughed. "After we got married, I will consider using this method too."

"You dare?!" Qu Yunxuan raised her voice.

Xie Huilan narrowed her eyes and said. "Are you trying to side him? Why can you smack him, and I can't?"

"I am only scaring him and will not really smack him!"

Both women started arguing again, but it was more in a joking manner.

Dong Xuebing looked at them and was touched.

Dong Xuebing's relationship problem had been troubling him for a long time, and it was finally solved. He felt he had owed these two women too much and could not repay them.

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Chapter 343 – Everything is for his marriage!

2 am. Some people are still letting of firecrackers outside.

The phone call with Qu Yunxuan was almost an hour. After hanging up, Dong Xuebing and Xie Huilan walked out to the living room and sat on the sofa. He poured a cup of hot tea and gave it to her. To Dong Xuebing, Qu Yunxuan is always very caring towards him. She is willing to do anything for him, and this is her character. Dong Xuebing is the world to her, and would rather suffer silently than letting him worried.

But Dong Xuebing is surprised to discover Xie Huilan is also the same.

Aunt Xuan had grown up in an ordinary family, but Xie Huilan is different. Other than Xie Huilan's family background, she is the Mayor of a County. It's hard for her to decide as she must face the stress from her family and workplace. What will happen after five years? This is no longer about her relationship problems. It will affect her reputation, etc.

"Sister Xie."

"... Huh?"

Dong Xuebing looks at Xie Huilan in her eyes lovingly.

Xie Huilan took the tea from Dong Xuebing and smiles. "Don't look at me like this. If you try to scare me again... Hehe..."

"Huh? When did I scare you?"

"The way you look at me earlier is scary. Haha."

"I am very serious, and stop interrupting me." Dong Xuebing puts on a straight face. "Sister Xie, no words can descript how grateful I am... I..."

"Are you reciting a poem?" Xie Huilan smiles. "Also, do you think I am willing to get married and then divorce?"

"Ah?" Dong Xuebing was stunned. "But the five-year agreement you mentioned earlier... each person will get five years. You... did you change your mind?" Damn! I was happy for nothing. How can you change your mind so fast?

Xie Huilan placed her cup on the coffee table. "How can the man I love not to stay by my side forever? I agree with the five-year agreement, but do you think you will want to divorce me after living with me for five years? You will be the one who will be making the decision. If you don't want to get married to Yunxuan, then this agreement will be void."

Dong Xuebing was shocked. "That means you had tricked Aunt Xuan?"

"No. I am not tricking her, and Yunxuan must be thinking the same thing too. Do you think your Aunt Xuan is willing to share her man with another woman?" Xie Huilan replied calmly. "I know what Yunxuan is thinking. She must be thinking of ways to tie you down after getting a divorce and making your stay with her after five years. This way, she can spend the rest of her life with her. What she needs to do now is to wait for five years."

Dong Xuebing was covered in a cold sweat. He knew this agreement will not be so simple.

Xie Huilan continued. "Everyone has their own thoughts. You, Yunxuan, and I are the same. I always felt that one can be half-hearted physically but not emotionally. This five-year agreement is only to settle our problem. Remember this. We are not giving in, or at least I am not giving in. If we get married, I promise to spend the five years serving you nicely and make you be faithful and forget about Aunt Xuan. No woman will tolerate her husband has another woman, right?"

Dong Xuebing knocked his forehead. When Aunt Xuan and Sister Xie told him about the five-year agreement earlier, he was touched and excited. He thought both women are willing to share him. But this is not the case! I should have known better! It might be possible for Aunt Xuan, but Sister Xie's character will never agree to it.

Xie Huilan laughed. "Of course, if you are determined and really love both of us, you can go and look for your Aunt Xuan after five years. I will not say anything. Haha... We decided to tell you about our decision is because we want you to be prepared and let you know that the world does not revolve around you. A relationship is selfish, and if you think we are willing to sleep on the same bed with you simultaneously, you are wrong. Hmmm... are you thinking of this?"

"No! Absolutely, no!" Dong Xuebing replied.

Dong Xuebing was embarrassed as he was still thinking about this earlier.

"Good to know this. This is a reminder for you." Xie Huilan replied. "Don't be too optimistic, and this is the same in government service."

Dong Xuebing finally understood. Aunt Xuan and Sister Xie had agreed to the five-year agreement are not because they accepted each other. He organized his thoughts for a while and said. "Sister Xie. I don't care what you and Aunt Xuan are thinking. Those are your problems. I am grateful for you and Aunt Xuan to agree to marry me. Although you are saying this is not giving in and you have plans, the truth is you are making a big sacrifice for me. This sacrifice is too big for me to repay you in this lifetime."

Xie Huilan looks at Dong Xuebing. "... Glad that you are aware of it."

Dong Xuebing still has some words which he did not say. He is the biggest winner in this agreement, and both Xie Huilan and Qu Yunxuan had made sacrifices for him. He will not let anyone of them down. This agreement will not be void. No matter how well Xie Huilan treated him during their marriage, he will still get married to Aunt Xuan five years later. Dong Xuebing is also hoping that their relationships can be improved. Who knows if Sister Xuan and Aunt Xuan will share the same bed with him in the future? This might be too much, but which man doesn't want to have a harem?

Sister Xie wants to use these five years to tie Dong Xuebing down...

Aunt Xuan wants to tie Dong Xuebing down for the rest of his life after five years...

Dong Xuebing wants to settle both of them during this period...

Damn! This is getting more complicated!

Dong Xuebing is still overjoyed and grateful. This five-year agreement will ease some of the tension and allow him to sort things out.

"Oh, I need to tell you something." The Gala night had ended, and Xie Huilan switched off the TV.

Dong Xuebing looks at Xie Huilan. "What is it?"

Xie Huilan laughed and place the remote control aside. "I need to remind you not to be happy now. What we discussed earlier are only assumptions. It's not that easy for us to get married. My mum had told you the pros and cons earlier, right? You must focus on your work and get promoted to Deputy Director first before we can get married. That will be the time when the five-year agreement takes effect. If you did not perform well at the Investment Promotion Agency and takes more than ten years to be promoted, my hair will be white. Your Aunt Xuan can't afford to wait for you so long. Even if she is willing to wait, her looks will be gone. We are not like you. Yunxuan and I are no longer young."

Dong Xuebing thought to himself. Damn! I was still overjoyed and thinking of getting both women with this five-year agreement. Now, the issue is when I can get married to Xie Huilan. After we get married, the five-year agreement will take effect, and I can marry Aunt Xuan five years later.

Dong Xuebing felt the pressure.

Deputy Director is still a long way from Dong Xuebing. He had only been promoted to Section Chief and doesn't know when he will get promoted again. Xie Huilan had made it sound easy, but it is not as Sister Xie's family will not want to let her wait too long.

If Dong Xuebing takes seven to eight years to get promoted to Deputy Director, Sister Xie will be almost 40 years old. The Xie family will not let Xie Huilan wait for him. This is impossible! Who knows if the Xie family will arrange another marriage for her again?

Dong Xuebing suddenly felt this might be a test by Xie Family.

Section Chief and Deputy Director have a wide gap. This is much harder than getting promoted from Deputy Section Chief to Section Chief. Furthermore, Dong Xuebing is only 24 years old. It is no longer the issue of knowing some leaders. Suppose Dong Xuebing can climb up to Deputy Director within two to three years. In that case, Xie Huilan and her family will agree to this marriage. But suppose he takes longer than five years. In that case, the Xie family will think he is not suitable to be a government official. They might object to this marriage.

There is a high possibility this might happen!

The more Dong Xuebing thinks about this, the more he felt this is a test of his abilities. Madam Han said that the marriage must wait until after he got promoted to Deputy Director for various reasons. But it is more likely a test for him!

No! I must get promoted to Deputy Director before everything changes!

Dong Xuebing is not only doing this for the Xie family's test. He is also afraid Xie Huilan and Qu Yunxuan might leave him for someone else!

Dong Xuebing had never felt so motivated in his life!

Everything is for his marriage!

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Chapter 344 – First day of work!

First day of Lunar New Year...

The second day of Lunar New Year...

The third day of Lunar New Year...

After a few days of celebration, the Government service returned to work.

Today is Dong Xuebing's first day of work.

Dong Xuebing woke up early in the morning and stood in front of the mirror to check his dressing. He adjusted his collar several times and decided not to wear a tie. He will look too serious if he wears a tie. On his way out of the bathroom, he saw two cockroaches in a corner. He immediately stepped on them, picked up the dead roaches with toilet paper, and flushed them away.

Dong Xuebing is particular with roaches and went out to call the County Party Committee Quarters' guardroom. He wants to get them to arrange pest control personnel to get rid of these pests. If these cockroaches are not killed, they might crawl all over him at night.

After hanging up, Dong Xuebing's phone rang.

Dong Xuebing looked at the caller display and answered. "Sister Xie."

Xie Huilan laughed. "Yes. I just finished washing up. What about you? Are you ready for your new role?"

"Yes. I am prepared to go all out!" Dong Xuebing replied energetically.

"Haha... it's good to be motivated. But I still need to remind you. You can choose whether if you want to listen. It's up to you." Xie Huilan is sharing her experiences. "I know you had not done anything related to investment promotions, and you do not know anything about the work there. But you are the Head of that department, and you don't need to do everything yourself. You don't need to go out to find investors. It should be the opposite. Your task is the settle the internal affairs, control your people, set a direction, and let your staff do what they are supposed to do. This way, you can attract investments. If your staff does not even follow your orders, how are you going to get investments?"

Dong Xuebing listened attentively. "I will take note of this."

"Haha... you better remember this. You had always been ignoring my advice."

"No... I am serious." Dong Xuebing replied. "I know I am inexperienced in the government service, and this is the first time I am the head of a department. With your advice, I know what I should do. Sister Xie, please guide me along if you see me doing something wrong."

Xie Huilan laughed. "Don't be too modest. Your violent way of doing things is not that bad too. You had joined the government service for a year and a half and can achieve good results. No one can say you are not capable. How many people are politically mature at your age? Even my father did not reach your level at your age."

"Huh? How can you compare me with your father?"

"Just look for me if you face any problems. I might not be able to teach you, but we can discuss it."

"Sure. I have something to discuss with you now."

"... What is it?"

"My apartment is infested with cockroaches. I had gotten a pest control company to spray insecticide, and the smell should remain at night. I don't think I can sleep at home tonight."

"Then what do you want to do?"

"Err... can I sleepover at your place tonight?"

"Haha... ok."

"... really?"

"Of course. Haha... if you are promoted to Deputy Director now, not only I will let you stay at my place. I will even sleep with you."

Dong Xuebing felt his heart racing. "Don't worry. I will do a good job in Investment Promotion Agency!"

Xie Huilan smiled and replied. "Work hard. I am waiting for you on my bed."

Dong Xuebing is afraid if he listens to Xie Huilan's seductive words any longer, he will have no mood to go to work. He quickly says goodbye and hangs up. After confirming their wedding, their relationship improved a lot. During the past few days, they chatted on the phone once or twice a day. Of course, Dong Xuebing did not forget about Qu Yunxuan. He also calls and speaks to her every day. Dong Xuebing is going all out to get married to Xie Huilan and Qu Yunxuan. He must do a good job in the Investment Promotion Agency and get promoted!

Deputy Director!

...

Morning. 9 am.

The sun is up, and everywhere on the streets are firecracker wrappers. The Lunar New Year's celebration is not over, and some children are still letting off firecrackers by the roads. Red banners and lanterns are hung up everywhere along the streets.

Investment Promotion Agency.

The Investment Promotion Agency is located near the County People's Square. The commercial street is only a few streets away.

In the past, when Dong Xuebing drove past, he will shake his head. The Investment Promotion Agency's building is too rundown. Behind the gates, the compound can only park seven to eight cars. This place is too small. The building is four stories built during the early 1980s. Dong Xuebing's first impression of this place is poverty.

This is Dong Xuebing's department. It's too pathetic.

Dong Xuebing turned into the building on the uneven road.

The guardroom's Old Wang saw Dong Xuebing's Mercedes Benz and immediately stood up. He knows the owner of this car is the newly appointed Chief.

Inside the compound.

Dong Xuebing parked his car under a tree and alighted. He looked around and did not walk towards the office building. He strolled around the front porch to familiarize himself with the surroundings. It's almost time for work, and many bicycles are parked at the bicycle shack. An old Santana and a few other cars are parked in front of the building. Most of the staff members and leaders had arrived.

A few minutes later, Dong Xuebing entered the office building.

The inside of the building is also shabby.

At the reception area, two staff members, a man and a woman were chatting happily.

Dong Xuebing did not want to reprimand them as it's still Lunar New Year, and the staff needs some time to adjust their mindset.

Suddenly, the woman saw Dong Xuebing walking in. She was about to ask him for his purpose for coming, but she recognized him. "Chief Dong!" The staff member, besides the woman, was stunned. They had seen Dong Xuebing's photograph on their noticeboard and quickly greet him. after that, they pretended to be organizing their documents and working hard.

Dong Xuebing nodded to them and walks up the stairs.

There is only one office building in the Investment Promotion Agency.

The first floor is the reception area and consulting area. The second floor is the Business Section One and Business Section Two offices. Their job is to get investors to invest in the County. The internal offices doing the back office works and internal affairs, including the finance department, are located on the third floor. The promotional materials, data collection, filing, etc. are also on the third floor. The top floor is Dong Xuebing, the Chief of the Agency, office, and two meeting rooms.

The Investment Promotion Agency here cannot be compared to other government agencies. The government in other Counties is more comprehensive. They have the General Affairs Section, Inspection Section, Finance department separated from the Investment Promotion Agency. In Yan Tai County, the various departments have to take care of these duties themselves. The Investment Promotion Agency from other Counties have dozens of offices all over China. Still, Yan Tai County's Investment Promotion Agency has less than ten offices. This shows that the Investment Promotion Agency has not been performing well in the past, and the County Government had lost confidence in them. Compared to some other counties, which had attracted a hundred million and billions of investments annually, Yan Tai County is performing too badly. They could not even get 200 million of investment.

First floor...

Second floor...

Third floor...

Dong Xuebing walks around every floor to observe the working environment and staff attitude. He walked softly and did not attract any attention.

In the end, Dong Xuebing is unsatisfied with his staff's attitude.

Dong Xuebing thought it was only a one-off incident at the reception area. But he realized the whole Investment Promotion Agency, including the Business Section One and Business Section Two teams, are all slacking. Everyone seems to have nothing to do, and some were chatting, reading newspapers...

Dong Xuebing frowned.

Dong Xuebing is frowning is not because the staff is not working. He is pissed because of their attitude!

All the Investment Promotion Agency staff should know today is Dong Xuebing's first day, and they should be putting up their best performance. Instead, they are chatting and lazing around. They are not working seriously and disrespecting the leaders! They are not respecting me!

If the staff have not to respect me, how am I going to work properly?

If I cannot work properly, how will I improve the Investment Promotion Agency's result?

If I don't have any result, how am I going to get promoted to Deputy Director?

If I cannot get promoted to Deputy Director, how will I get married to Xie Huilan and Qu Yunxuan?

Damn! You all are trying to ruin my marriage! Dong Xuebing is furious. He had been thinking about his marriage, and his first thought after seeing his staff's attitude is he will never get married in his life!

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Chapter 345 – Meeting!

County Investment Promotion Agency.

Fourth floor, Investment Promotion Agency's Chief Office.

The door is opened, and Dong Xuebing stepped in from the office outside. He immediately felt something different. His office is well furnished with a leather sofa and chair. The desk is made from solid wood, and the office has an antique bookshelf. It must be either Meng Xianglin or the Chief before him that renovated this office. Dong Xuebing looks around and saw another door within the office. It is a resting room and has a bed inside. Dong Xuebing is satisfied with his office, and after all, who wants to work in a rundown environment?

Suddenly, there are some movements inside the resting room.

Dong Xuebing was surprised to see someone inside, and it's a woman!

Dong Xuebing could only see her back, and men's butt is not like this big.

Dong Xuebing walks closer and saw it as a middle-aged woman in her forties. She should have dyed her hair as it is very black. From her side profile, she is not ugly, and she wore light makeup. There are some freckles on her face, and has a big butt. This woman did not notice Dong Xuebing and is cleaning a table with a rag.

"You are?" Dong Xuebing asked.

Luo Haiting turned around in shock and forced a smile. "Chief Dong, you are here? I am the Office Director, Luo Haiting. It's been a few days, and it had been dusty. So, I decided to help you clean up your office. Sorry. I didn't hear you coming in." Actually, Luo Haiting had heard Dong Xuebing. No matter how soft Dong Xuebing's footsteps are, she can also hear it. She just wanted to leave a good impression with Dong Xuebing.

Luo Haiting?

Office Director?

Dong Xuebing knows her as he had done his homework. Luo Haiting is one of the leaders in the Investment Promotion Agency with lots of authority. Her office is in-charge of finance, promotional materials, filing, etc. Dong Xuebing smiled. "Director Luo, don't bother with the cleaning. Just get the cleaners to do it. Haha... let's have a chat outside. Do you want some tea?"

"No... I will prepare the tea."

Luo Haiting does not dare to let Dong Xuebing brew tea for her. She immediately went out and pour a cup of tea for Dong Xuebing. Serving the leaders is part of her job.

The tea is fragrant, and Dong Xuebing can feel Luo Haiting's enthusiasm.

Luo Haiting is the first person in the Investment Promotion Agency to lean towards Dong Xuebing. He has a good impression of her. He chatted with her for a while and asked about the current situation within the Agency. Luo Haiting kept a smile on her face the whole time. Although she has some wrinkles at the corners of her eyes, she is still very attractive.

"Oh..." Dong Xuebing suddenly asked. "I had walked around the building and notice the staff does not look very keen to work. Some of them are chatting, and some are surfing the net."

Luo Haiting quickly replied. "I will reprimand them later. It might because it is still Lunar New Year, and they are still in celebration mood."

Dong Xuebing nodded. "I can understand that."

Luo Haiting saw Dong Xuebing is not angry and felt her new boss is quite friendly.

They chatted for a while, and Luo Haiting expressed her intentions. "Chief Dong, I will work hard under your leadership and make sure the back office will be your biggest support. I will strive to contribute my 100% to the Investment Promotion Agency."

Dong Xuebing nodded in his heart.

Luo Haiting looked at Dong Xuebing and said. "I shall not disturb you anymore. If you need anything, please let me know."

Dong Xuebing laughed. "Sister Luo, I am new here, and I will need your support in the future."

Luo Haiting heard Dong Xuebing calling her Sister Luo and is overjoyed. "Just call me Xiao Luo will do."

Luo Haiting is about the same age as Dong Xuebing's mother, and her children should be about Dong Xuebing's age. Although Dong Xuebing is the head of this department and can call her Xiao Luo, he cannot do that. "Oh, there is one more thing. I was officially appointed one day before Lunar New Year, and after that, it is the holidays. I still have not made my appointment announcement. Can you help me arrange a simple meeting?"

Luo Haiting had made the arrangements beforehand. "Is 10 am fine with you?"

Dong Xuebing looks at his watch. It's 9.30am, and he still has thirty minutes. "Thank you. Sorry to trouble you."

"It's my job. I will notify the rest now."

Luo Haiting smiled at Dong Xuebing and left the office. When she closes the door of Dong Xuebing's office, she closed it lightly. All of her actions had shown her respect for Dong Xuebing. Although all these might be Luo Haiting's pretenses, Dong Xuebing still has a good impression.

News of Dong Xuebing arriving in his office had spread, and after a while, someone knocks on Dong Xuebing's office. Knock... knock... knock...

Dong Xuebing narrowed his eyes when he heard three knocks. "Come in."

A middle-aged man, wearing a jacket, entered. His dressing is a typical government staff's dressing. Dong Xuebing recognized this man immediately. He had read this person's resume a few times when he was doing his preparations. Sun Shuli, Deputy Chief of Investment Promotion Agency, is the other Deputy Chief other than Lui Dafa. He is capable and is in charge of the business. He is close with investors and businessmen and brought in most of the investments for Yan Tai County in the past few years.

"Chief Dong." Sun Shuli greeted Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing smiles. "Chief Sun? Have a seat."

Sun Shuli sat on the sofa. Although he is not leaning back, he is not sitting very straight.

From the way, Sun Shuli knocks on the door and his sitting posture, Dong Xuebing knew this person is very proud. He had shown Dong Xuebing some respect, but it is only on the surface. Dong Xuebing confirmed this after chatting with him. Sun Shuli is only here to greet Dong Xuebing and left immediately after exchanging some words. Dong Xuebing understood what he is thinking. He had brought in most of the county's investments, and Dong Xuebing, who had chased away the Japanese investors, suddenly became the Agency Chief. He is surely feeling sore in his heart.

After Sun Shuli left, two more people went to greet Dong Xuebing.

Pu Yang, the Director of the County's Investment Promotion Agency Office in Beijing. He is in his early forties, medium build, and slightly balding. He kept a smile on his face, and Dong Xuebing could not tell what he is thinking. The other person is Guo Junbao, the Director of the County's Investment Promotion Agency Office in Shanghai. He is in his early thirties and is not good looking. He greeted Dong Xuebing but did not talk about work.

Outpost offices are direct subordinates of the Investment Promotion Agency. Most of the time, they are not working in Yan Tai County, but today is the first day of work after the Lunar New Year Holidays and Dong Xuebing's first day as the Chief. Their duties are mostly coordination work and to promote Yan Tai County to the investors. They have to attend trade fairs and build relationships with investors from all over China and the world.

After the two men left, Dong Xuebing had met almost all of the Agency's important leaders.

Meeting Dong Xuebing on his first day of work does not mean anything. It is only to help the leader to make sure he can work smoothly. But if the heads of other departments within the Agency had met the leader, what would the leader think about those who did not greet him?

Dong Xuebing waited until it was almost time for the meeting, but Lui Dafa did not appear.

Knock... knock... Luo Haiting knocked and entered. "Chief, everyone is in the meeting room."

When the door opens, Dong Xuebing heard the sounds of footsteps outside. His office is beside the meeting rooms.

"Ok." Dong Xuebing smiles and asked. "Are there any absentees?"

Everyone from the Investment Promotion Agency will be attending this meeting. Luo Haiting knows Chief Dong refers to the heads of the various departments and not the staff members. She tucked her hair behind her ears. "No. All the directors of our outpost offices are back."

Dong Xuebing nodded.

"Do you need any drinks?"

Dong Xuebing waved his hand. He is going to give his speech without any script.

Dong Xuebing slowly snubbed his cigarette, and his eyes turned cold. He is not expecting Lui Dafa to greet him before the meeting. It might be fine if they had some minor disputes. But Dong Xuebing and Lui Dafa had fallen out, and Lui Dafa knows that greeting Dong Xuebing is useless. What Sister Xie is right. Dong Xuebing must settle the Agency's internal affairs first. If not, it will be hard for Dong Xuebing to achieve results. How can there be results when both Deputy Chiefs are not 'focusing' on their work?

Dong Xuebing must establish his authority.

A new broom sweeps clean. This is to establish authority. You might not get everyone to bow down and respect when you are new, but the work must carry on. What can you do? Implement drastic changes is the only solution! Even if you cannot get everyone to respect you, you can make everyone afraid of you!

Who should Dong Xuebing start with?

Dong Xuebing had the perfect candidate in his mind. That old bastard, Lui Dafa!

Dong Xuebing had brought Yu Meixia to Korea for plastic surgery some time ago. Still, he did not forget Lui Dafa, and his wife had disfigured Yu Meixia. Lui Dafa's relative had also beaten up Dong Xuebing's sister, Tang Jin, and his son had bullied Qianqian. Dong Xuebing will settle all these scores with Lui Dafa!

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Chapter 346 – Chief Dong's first move!

Morning. 10 am.

Level four, Grand Meeting Room.

Everyone in the Investment Promotion Agency is in the meeting room. Deputy Chief Lui Dafa and Deputy Chief Sun Shuli sat in the first row facing the Chief's table, followed by Office Director Luo Haiting, Deputy Office Director Dan Enguo, Beijing's Offsite Office Director Pu Yang, Shanghai's Offsite Office Director Guo Junbao. Behind them is Section Chief of Business Section One, Lin Pingping, Section Chief of Business Section Two, Jiang Hailiang, other staff members.

Everyone sat in their chairs quietly, waiting for the meeting to start.

Lui Dafa and Sun Shuli, the two leaders, are keeping quiet, and the rest dares not to make any noise. They don't even dare to cough.

Suddenly, everyone in the meeting room heard footsteps outside. Dong Xuebing had arrived.

Clap... clap... clap... Luo Haiting started clapping, and the rest of the staff followed to welcome Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing walks in slowly and smiles at the staff. He went up to his seat and sat down, facing everyone.

The clapping stopped.

Sun Shuli clapped a few times and stopped.

Lui Dafa did not even clap at all. He only waved his hands, pretending to be clapping. In his heart, he is still feeling sore. If Dong Xuebing had not interfered suddenly, he would be the Chief, and this meeting will be hosted by him. He should be the one sitting there and not Dong Xuebing! Because of Dong Xuebing, everything changed, and he ended up as Dong Xuebing's subordinate! He knows that his life in the Investment Promotion Agency will be tough because of their grudges. Even the lowest-ranked staff member of the Agency knows about this.

Dong Xuebing is the only person sitting at the rostrum.

There are some seats beside him, but they are empty.

An appointment announcement ceremony is normally held by the County's top leaders. Still, Dong Xuebing's official appointment is before the Lunar New Year holidays. The ceremony is not held, and today is no longer considered Dong Xuebing's first day of the appointment. Xie Huilan had asked Dong Xuebing if he needs her to hold the ceremony for him, but Dong Xuebing rejected it.

Dong Xuebing adjusted the microphone and started his speech.

This is the first time Dong Xuebing is giving a speech as the head of a department.

Dong Xuebing cleared his throat and smiled. "Thank you for the warm welcome. You all should know that the higher-ups had appointed me as the Chief of the Investment Promotion Agency before Lunar New Year. Today is my official first day of work. I would like to thank the organization for their trust, Mayor Xie, and the County Party committee for giving me this opportunity. I hope every one of you will put in your 100% at work..."

Clap... clap... clap...

After saying what he must say, Dong Xuebing looked at the staff in front of him and continued. "Attracting investments is not an easy task. The County needs to develop, increase its average income, expand the economy, improve people's lives... all these are related to our Investment Promotion Agency. Do you all know how many people are watching us? Do you know how many people had pinned their hopes on us? It's not that I want to criticize your results in the past. Our Yan Tai County cannot even be compared to our surrounding Counties!"

At year-end, the leaders will talk about the good things and not talk about the bad stuff.

But at the start of the year, it is the opposite. Furthermore, Dong Xuebing needs to establish his authority, and denying the past years' result is part of changes.

The staff whispered among themselves. Dong Xuebing had compared them to the surrounding Counties and made them look bad. Indeed, Yan Tai County's result in attracting investments is very poor, which had not changed for several years.

Dong Xuebing continued. "I don't mean anything by saying all these. I just want everybody to think about why other people can attract billions and even tens of billions of investments. In contrast, we can only attract a few hundred million? Why are the investors going to other Counties instead of us? Why? I don't understand! We are all humans! Why others can achieve that and not us?!" Dong Xuebing raised his voice. "I don't want to hear excuses such as geographical position, environmental factors, etc. I just know that if others can do it, so can we! If they can bring investors to their Counties, we can also bring investors here! I don't believe Yan Tai County is worse than those counties! I don't believe our people here in Investment Promotion Agency are lousier than them!"

Business Section One's Chief Lin Pingping was the first to clap. What Dong Xuebing said is in line with what she felt.

The staff started clapping enthusiastically.

Luo Haiting also clapped loudly. She thought to herself. No wonder Chief Xiao Dong can get promoted so fast. He is good at motivational speeches.

Lui Dafa sneered. Who doesn't know how to boast? You want to attract more than a billion-investment funds? If you can maintain 200 million like last year, it will be a miracle! You don't even know what is going on, and you dare to say such things?!

Deputy Chief Sun Shuli also frowned.

After a while, the meeting ended.

Everyone started to leave.

Dong Xuebing noticed Lui Dafa and Sun Shili are not on good terms with each other. They did not speak or even look at each other. As everyone left, Lui Dafa and Deputy Office Director Dan Enguo walked out together while speaking softly. Sun Shuli left by himself without speaking to anyone else. The two Chiefs of the Business Sections, Lin Pingping, and Jiang Hailiang smiled and chatted for a while before walking out with their staff. As for the rest of the offsite Office Directors, Dong Xuebing did not monitor them closely. After all, they are not station in Yan Tai County.

"Ahem!" Dong Xuebing cleared his throat and said. "All the leaders stay back for a meeting."

The ones that were about to leave the meeting room stopped, puzzled. The staff members continued their way out of the meeting room.

You have not even sat in your office for more than an hour, and you dare to call for a meeting? What are you trying to do?

Luo Haiting walked over to Dong Xuebing and asked. "Chief Dong, what materials do you need? I will go and prepare them now. Will the meeting be held in the small meeting room?"

"No need." Dong Xuebing smiled and shook his head. "The meeting will be held here."

Everyone exchanged looks and returned to their seats.

Because the chairs are positioned near to each other, the corridors are narrower. Luo Haiting accidentally knocked into Lui Dafa's arm when she was returning to her seat. Lui Dafa immediately frowns and stared at Luo Haiting's back without saying a word. Dong Xuebing noticed this and understood why Luo Haiting was the first one to lean towards him. Lui Dafa and her are not on good terms.

Lui Dafa is in-charge of Finance, promotions, filing, etc. That means he is overseeing the Office Department and is Luo Haiting's direct superior. But from what happened earlier, Lui Dafa is closer to the Deputy Office Director Dan Enguo. He had skipped Luo Haiting, and this shows that he is unhappy with her. If Lui Dafa had become the Chief, Luo Haiting's position would be in jeopardy.

Now, Dong Xuebing is only guessing the relationships between the heads of various departments by observing them. As for the different factions, he must wait until he really starts work.

After everyone sat down, the meeting started.

Dong Xuebing was still sitting at the rostrum, looking down at them. He smiled and said. "Why is this position so uncomfortable? Haha... should we go to the smaller meeting room?" The smaller meeting room has a round table, and most meetings are held there. This Grand Meeting Room is the Chief facing several dozen chairs, and it is not a discussion. It is more like giving out orders.

Seeing Dong Xuebing mentioning this, some people smiled and said it's fine.

This is what Dong Xuebing wanted. He needs to reorganize the interior and establish his authority. This environment is perfect. Seating in a higher position will exert pressure on others. Dong Xuebing pushed the microphone aside and said. "You all are sitting quite close, and I don't need the microphone. This meeting is actually for me to know everyone and update me on the various departments. I am new here and need to understand the current progress." Dong Xuebing turns to Sun Shuli. "Old Sun does not need to update me, as we had chatted in my office earlier. Haha..."

Other than Dong Xuebing, Sun Shuli and Lui Dafa are the highest-ranking leaders here. Since Dong Xuebing had skipped Sun Shuli, it will be Lui Dafa's turn.

Lui Dafa hates Dong Xuebing, but Dong Xuebing is still the Agency's head, and he cannot go against him openly. He took a sip of tea and said. "I am in charge of..."

Dong Xuebing interrupted Lui Dafa and said. "Director Luo, how about you start first?"

Lui Dafa had only said a few words and was interrupted. His face immediately changed.

Lin Pingping blinked and looks at Lui Dafa.

Jiang Haiting and Dan Enguo turned to look at Luo Haiting.

I will start first?! Luo Haiting was stunned. In the Government sector, seniority is very important, and Luo Haiting should report after Lui Dafa. Dong Xuebing's words made everyone think about the underlying meaning.

Luo Haiting immediately reply. "There is 13 staff in the Office Department. Our duties are mainly... assisting the leaders of various departments, official documents, meetings, filing, confidential documents, vehicles, and all administrative matters. We also set the Agency's regulations and policies, appraisals, human resource matters, finance, and support services. The Party building, disciplinary matters, political training, auditing, managing suggestions, assisting the Party Committee to implement their orders, sorting the materials for investors, updating the investment list to the investors, collecting and editing materials for newsletter."

The rest of the leaders looks at Luo Haiting. How did you memorize all these?

Dong Xuebing nodded. This Office Department is doing the job of many different departments and has high authority. But he knows that although their duties include disciplinary matters, audits, human resource matters, finance, etc. but there is not much staff in the Agency. The power of this department is not as big as what others think. Also, they are in charge of too many things. This department's actual duties are to consolidate the information and data from the rest of the Agency and report to the leader. It is still the leader who has the final say.

"The Office Department is handling so many duties. The responsibility is too high." Dong Xuebing said.

Luo Haiting doesn't know what to reply, and she felt Chief Dong had not said everything.

Before Luo Haiting can say anything, Dong Xuebing shocked everyone in the room. "We must pacify the internal before facing our enemies. Director Luo, the Office Department, is very important and must not be taken lightly. Alright. You will report to me directly in the future!"

The meeting room went silent.

Luo Haiting was stunned for a second and immediately replied. "Yes."

Everyone in the room knows that the Office Department is under Lui Dafa. Other than the Agency's Chief, Lui Dafa has the most authority and controls almost half of the Agency. Now, Chief Dong had taken away all of his authority with one sentence. Let Luo Haiting report to Chief Dong directly?! That means Lui Dafa is powerless now!

Lui Dafa did not expect Dong Xuebing to do this on his first day. His face turned black, and he almost cursed out loud.

After the rest of the leaders reported about their departments, Dong Xuebing said. "Ok. Dismiss!"

Dong Xuebing is using this meeting to deal with Lui Dafa! This is Chief Dong's first move!

The grudge between Dong Xuebing and Lui Dafa is an open secret, and everyone knows about it.

Before the Lunar New Year, news of Chief Lui's wife disfiguring Dong Xuebing's helper had spread. Everyone knows after Dong Xuebing starts work at the Agency, he will take revenge on Lui Dafa.

But... no one expects Dong Xuebing to act so fast!

Today is Dong Xuebing's first day at work. He immediately takes revenge on Lui Dafa after he finishes his appointment announcement?!

It is still the Lunar New Year period. Dong Xuebing is too ruthless!

Everyone kept quiet.

Luo Haiting is surprised. This newly appointed Chief is friendly and always smiling. But under that smile, he is overbearing and resolute. This is not what any leaders will do! Other than 'Ruthless,' there are no words to describe him!

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Chapter 346 – Chief Dong's first move!

Morning. 10 am.

Level four, Grand Meeting Room.

Everyone in the Investment Promotion Agency is in the meeting room. Deputy Chief Lui Dafa and Deputy Chief Sun Shuli sat in the first row facing the Chief's table, followed by Office Director Luo Haiting, Deputy Office Director Dan Enguo, Beijing's Offsite Office Director Pu Yang, Shanghai's Offsite Office Director Guo Junbao. Behind them is Section Chief of Business Section One, Lin Pingping, Section Chief of Business Section Two, Jiang Hailiang, other staff members.

Everyone sat in their chairs quietly, waiting for the meeting to start.

Lui Dafa and Sun Shuli, the two leaders, are keeping quiet, and the rest dares not to make any noise. They don't even dare to cough.

Suddenly, everyone in the meeting room heard footsteps outside. Dong Xuebing had arrived.

Clap... clap... clap... Luo Haiting started clapping, and the rest of the staff followed to welcome Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing walks in slowly and smiles at the staff. He went up to his seat and sat down, facing everyone.

The clapping stopped.

Sun Shuli clapped a few times and stopped.

Lui Dafa did not even clap at all. He only waved his hands, pretending to be clapping. In his heart, he is still feeling sore. If Dong Xuebing had not interfered suddenly, he would be the Chief, and this meeting will be hosted by him. He should be the one sitting there and not Dong Xuebing! Because of Dong Xuebing, everything changed, and he ended up as Dong Xuebing's subordinate! He knows that his life in the Investment Promotion Agency will be tough because of their grudges. Even the lowest-ranked staff member of the Agency knows about this.

Dong Xuebing is the only person sitting at the rostrum.

There are some seats beside him, but they are empty.

An appointment announcement ceremony is normally held by the County's top leaders. Still, Dong Xuebing's official appointment is before the Lunar New Year holidays. The ceremony is not held, and today is no longer considered Dong Xuebing's first day of the appointment. Xie Huilan had asked Dong Xuebing if he needs her to hold the ceremony for him, but Dong Xuebing rejected it.

Dong Xuebing adjusted the microphone and started his speech.

This is the first time Dong Xuebing is giving a speech as the head of a department.

Dong Xuebing cleared his throat and smiled. "Thank you for the warm welcome. You all should know that the higher-ups had appointed me as the Chief of the Investment Promotion Agency before Lunar New Year. Today is my official first day of work. I would like to thank the organization for their trust, Mayor Xie, and the County Party committee for giving me this opportunity. I hope every one of you will put in your 100% at work..."

Clap... clap... clap...

After saying what he must say, Dong Xuebing looked at the staff in front of him and continued. "Attracting investments is not an easy task. The County needs to develop, increase its average income, expand the economy, improve people's lives... all these are related to our Investment Promotion Agency. Do you all know how many people are watching us? Do you know how many people had pinned their hopes on us? It's not that I want to criticize your results in the past. Our Yan Tai County cannot even be compared to our surrounding Counties!"

At year-end, the leaders will talk about the good things and not talk about the bad stuff.

But at the start of the year, it is the opposite. Furthermore, Dong Xuebing needs to establish his authority, and denying the past years' result is part of changes.

The staff whispered among themselves. Dong Xuebing had compared them to the surrounding Counties and made them look bad. Indeed, Yan Tai County's result in attracting investments is very poor, which had not changed for several years.

Dong Xuebing continued. "I don't mean anything by saying all these. I just want everybody to think about why other people can attract billions and even tens of billions of investments. In contrast, we can only attract a few hundred million? Why are the investors going to other Counties instead of us? Why? I don't understand! We are all humans! Why others can achieve that and not us?!" Dong Xuebing raised his voice. "I don't want to hear excuses such as geographical position, environmental factors, etc. I just know that if others can do it, so can we! If they can bring investors to their Counties, we can also bring investors here! I don't believe Yan Tai County is worse than those counties! I don't believe our people here in Investment Promotion Agency are lousier than them!"

Business Section One's Chief Lin Pingping was the first to clap. What Dong Xuebing said is in line with what she felt.

The staff started clapping enthusiastically.

Luo Haiting also clapped loudly. She thought to herself. No wonder Chief Xiao Dong can get promoted so fast. He is good at motivational speeches.

Lui Dafa sneered. Who doesn't know how to boast? You want to attract more than a billion-investment funds? If you can maintain 200 million like last year, it will be a miracle! You don't even know what is going on, and you dare to say such things?!

Deputy Chief Sun Shuli also frowned.

After a while, the meeting ended.

Everyone started to leave.

Dong Xuebing noticed Lui Dafa and Sun Shili are not on good terms with each other. They did not speak or even look at each other. As everyone left, Lui Dafa and Deputy Office Director Dan Enguo walked out together while speaking softly. Sun Shuli left by himself without speaking to anyone else. The two Chiefs of the Business Sections, Lin Pingping, and Jiang Hailiang smiled and chatted for a while before walking out with their staff. As for the rest of the offsite Office Directors, Dong Xuebing did not monitor them closely. After all, they are not station in Yan Tai County.

"Ahem!" Dong Xuebing cleared his throat and said. "All the leaders stay back for a meeting."

The ones that were about to leave the meeting room stopped, puzzled. The staff members continued their way out of the meeting room.

You have not even sat in your office for more than an hour, and you dare to call for a meeting? What are you trying to do?

Luo Haiting walked over to Dong Xuebing and asked. "Chief Dong, what materials do you need? I will go and prepare them now. Will the meeting be held in the small meeting room?"

"No need." Dong Xuebing smiled and shook his head. "The meeting will be held here."

Everyone exchanged looks and returned to their seats.

Because the chairs are positioned near to each other, the corridors are narrower. Luo Haiting accidentally knocked into Lui Dafa's arm when she was returning to her seat. Lui Dafa immediately frowns and stared at Luo Haiting's back without saying a word. Dong Xuebing noticed this and understood why Luo Haiting was the first one to lean towards him. Lui Dafa and her are not on good terms.

Lui Dafa is in-charge of Finance, promotions, filing, etc. That means he is overseeing the Office Department and is Luo Haiting's direct superior. But from what happened earlier, Lui Dafa is closer to the Deputy Office Director Dan Enguo. He had skipped Luo Haiting, and this shows that he is unhappy with her. If Lui Dafa had become the Chief, Luo Haiting's position would be in jeopardy.

Now, Dong Xuebing is only guessing the relationships between the heads of various departments by observing them. As for the different factions, he must wait until he really starts work.

After everyone sat down, the meeting started.

Dong Xuebing was still sitting at the rostrum, looking down at them. He smiled and said. "Why is this position so uncomfortable? Haha... should we go to the smaller meeting room?" The smaller meeting room has a round table, and most meetings are held there. This Grand Meeting Room is the Chief facing several dozen chairs, and it is not a discussion. It is more like giving out orders.

Seeing Dong Xuebing mentioning this, some people smiled and said it's fine.

This is what Dong Xuebing wanted. He needs to reorganize the interior and establish his authority. This environment is perfect. Seating in a higher position will exert pressure on others. Dong Xuebing pushed the microphone aside and said. "You all are sitting quite close, and I don't need the microphone. This meeting is actually for me to know everyone and update me on the various departments. I am new here and need to understand the current progress." Dong Xuebing turns to Sun Shuli. "Old Sun does not need to update me, as we had chatted in my office earlier. Haha..."

Other than Dong Xuebing, Sun Shuli and Lui Dafa are the highest-ranking leaders here. Since Dong Xuebing had skipped Sun Shuli, it will be Lui Dafa's turn.

Lui Dafa hates Dong Xuebing, but Dong Xuebing is still the Agency's head, and he cannot go against him openly. He took a sip of tea and said. "I am in charge of..."

Dong Xuebing interrupted Lui Dafa and said. "Director Luo, how about you start first?"

Lui Dafa had only said a few words and was interrupted. His face immediately changed.

Lin Pingping blinked and looks at Lui Dafa.

Jiang Haiting and Dan Enguo turned to look at Luo Haiting.

I will start first?! Luo Haiting was stunned. In the Government sector, seniority is very important, and Luo Haiting should report after Lui Dafa. Dong Xuebing's words made everyone think about the underlying meaning.

Luo Haiting immediately reply. "There is 13 staff in the Office Department. Our duties are mainly... assisting the leaders of various departments, official documents, meetings, filing, confidential documents, vehicles, and all administrative matters. We also set the Agency's regulations and policies, appraisals, human resource matters, finance, and support services. The Party building, disciplinary matters, political training, auditing, managing suggestions, assisting the Party Committee to implement their orders, sorting the materials for investors, updating the investment list to the investors, collecting and editing materials for newsletter."

The rest of the leaders looks at Luo Haiting. How did you memorize all these?

Dong Xuebing nodded. This Office Department is doing the job of many different departments and has high authority. But he knows that although their duties include disciplinary matters, audits, human resource matters, finance, etc. but there is not much staff in the Agency. The power of this department is not as big as what others think. Also, they are in charge of too many things. This department's actual duties are to consolidate the information and data from the rest of the Agency and report to the leader. It is still the leader who has the final say.

"The Office Department is handling so many duties. The responsibility is too high." Dong Xuebing said.

Luo Haiting doesn't know what to reply, and she felt Chief Dong had not said everything.

Before Luo Haiting can say anything, Dong Xuebing shocked everyone in the room. "We must pacify the internal before facing our enemies. Director Luo, the Office Department, is very important and must not be taken lightly. Alright. You will report to me directly in the future!"

The meeting room went silent.

Luo Haiting was stunned for a second and immediately replied. "Yes."

Everyone in the room knows that the Office Department is under Lui Dafa. Other than the Agency's Chief, Lui Dafa has the most authority and controls almost half of the Agency. Now, Chief Dong had taken away all of his authority with one sentence. Let Luo Haiting report to Chief Dong directly?! That means Lui Dafa is powerless now!

Lui Dafa did not expect Dong Xuebing to do this on his first day. His face turned black, and he almost cursed out loud.

After the rest of the leaders reported about their departments, Dong Xuebing said. "Ok. Dismiss!"

Dong Xuebing is using this meeting to deal with Lui Dafa! This is Chief Dong's first move!

The grudge between Dong Xuebing and Lui Dafa is an open secret, and everyone knows about it.

Before the Lunar New Year, news of Chief Lui's wife disfiguring Dong Xuebing's helper had spread. Everyone knows after Dong Xuebing starts work at the Agency, he will take revenge on Lui Dafa.

But... no one expects Dong Xuebing to act so fast!

Today is Dong Xuebing's first day at work. He immediately takes revenge on Lui Dafa after he finishes his appointment announcement?!

It is still the Lunar New Year period. Dong Xuebing is too ruthless!

Everyone kept quiet.

Luo Haiting is surprised. This newly appointed Chief is friendly and always smiling. But under that smile, he is overbearing and resolute. This is not what any leaders will do! Other than 'Ruthless,' there are no words to describe him!

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Chapter 347 – The first obstacle!

Noon.

Dong Xuebing closed the file he was reading and went downstairs to the cafeteria beside the office building to have lunch. The cafeteria is small and old. It is not like other government departments where they have multiple cafeterias. Here, all the leaders and staff have to eat at the same place. Dong Xuebing got his food and sat by the windows. He ate slowly, and the other staff sat far from him. This is the respect and fear they had for Dong Xuebing. Even the leaders don't dare to share a table with Dong Xuebing or sit near him.

News of Dong Xuebing stripping Lui Dafa's authority within an hour after he was appointed had spread.

Chief Dong's first move is swift and ruthless, making everyone fear him.

While eating, some staff members were discussing the changes that the Agency will face.

Dong Xuebing looked at the staff and knew he had established his authority. After lunch, he returned to his office and waited for the staff to return to work. When lunchtime is over, Dong Xuebing walks out of his office and walks towards Business Section One's office. This morning, the staff, who were chatting and surfing the net, were reading documents, and some were calling investors. Their attitude is much better compared to the morning.

"Huh? Chief Dong."

"Chief."

"Chief Dong."

The staff saw Dong Xuebing and quickly put their work aside to greet him.

Dong Xuebing nodded and waved. "Carry on with your work."

See... this is the result of establishing authority.

Dong Xuebing continued his way upstairs. He decided to take a look at the Office Department. But when he got upstairs, he overheard Lui Dafa speaking to the staff members in the office. Dong Xuebing wonders if Lui Dafa is pretending, or he did adjust his attitude, as Lui Dafa is laughing and chatting happily with some staff. Dong Xuebing could also hear Deputy Office Director Dan Enguo's voice.

Dan Enguo said. "Chief Lui, this year's promotion materials...

Lui Dafa interrupted. "Xiao Liu had done a good job previously. Let him handle it again."

A young man replied. "Thank you, Chief Lui."

Lui Dafa laughed. "Haha... work hard, and let's try our best to get better results this year."

Someone asked. "Chief Lui, err... I heard there will be changes to the Office Department's bonus? Is the Business Section Office's commission really going to be lowered?"

Lui Dafa replied. "I am not sure. We will just do what the Chief says."

That man asked. "But the bonus structure had always been like this. Why must it change suddenly?"

Dong Xuebing did not enter the office and continued his way up to his office on the fourth floor. During the meeting earlier, he had only asked the Office Director to directly report to him instead of Lui Dafa. But he had not removed Lui Dafa's authority over the Office Department. This authority cannot be removed so suddenly. All Dong Xuebing can do is slowly remove Lui Dafa's influence within the Agency and not remove him from his position. Also, from Lui Dafa's expression at the meeting, Dong Xuebing knew he will retaliate against him. The way Lui Dafa smiled and chatted with the staff in the Office is his way of retaliation.

Such things are very common in government offices.

Just like the County Party Committee meeting previously. Executive Deputy Mayor Zhou Pingzhi had switched sides at the last minute and backstabbed Xie Huilan. It's not whether if the subordinate dares to go against their superiors. It is about whether if the subordinate has the influence and backing to go against them. Zhou Pingzhi must have the support of Xiang Daofa, and that's why he dares to do that. Lui Dafa's backing is Publicity Department's Head, Chen Tongbing... or even Xiang Daofa. That's why he dares to go against Dong Xuebing openly.

Knock... knock...

Dong Xuebing stopped thinking about this. "Come in."

The door opens, and Luo Haiting entered.

Dong Xuebing laughed. "Director Luo? Is there any problem?"

Luo Haiting walks over with a smile. She had regained control over her Office department, and she is still excited and shocked by Dong Xuebing's swift and ruthless methods. Her position within the Agency is more secure and has higher authority now. These are what she wanted, and her respect for Dong Xuebing increased. She knew she had made the right move by leaning towards Dong Xuebing, but at the same time, she is worried about Dong Xuebing. Lui Dafa is not someone who can be bullied.

"Chief, I had brought some staff's particulars over for you."

"Their particulars?" Dong Xuebing looks at Luo Haiting.

Luo Haiting passed the files to Dong Xuebing. "Our usual practice is for you to pick a secretary from the Office Department to assist you with your duties. These are my recommendations. They are capable and very smart. If you want any one of them, I will bring them over to see you."

"Oh... Let me look at their files first. Thank You, Director Luo."

"It's my duty."

Dong Xuebing picks up the file and starts looking at the staff's resume. The first person is someone almost thirty. He looks mature in his picture, and the second person is a girl, around twenty-seven or twenty-eight. The third person is a middle-aged man in his forties. He does look like someone suitable to be a secretary. All the candidates are suitable, and Luo Haiting had put in effort into choosing them. But Dong Xuebing smiled.

Luo Haiting looks at Dong Xuebing. "Chief, what do you think?"

Dong Xuebing smiled and said. "I think let's put this aside first."

Luo Haiting was confused. Chief Dong does not want any of the candidates? Could it be that Chief Dong does not trust her recommendation and is afraid she is planting a spy beside him?

Dong Xuebing did not want to disappoint Luo Haiting. "Director Luo, the people we recommended, are all very good. They look smart and are suitable to be secretaries. But I am only twenty-four and twenty-five after my birthday this year. If I get someone who is almost forty to be my secretary, it will be awkward. Hahaha..." That girl is young, but if Dong Xuebing picks her, there will be rumors and gossips. It will be bad for his reputation. Even if Dong Xuebing picks her, Sister Xie will also not agree.

Luo Haiting thought for a second and smiles. "Sorry, I had forgotten to take this into consideration."

"Let's talk about this later."

"Ok." Other than these few people in the Office Department, there are no young men suitable to be secretaries. Some of the younger staff are smart, but they are not matured enough. That's why Luo Haiting dare not recommend them to Dong Xuebing. If they mess up in the future, Chief Dong will push the blame to her.

"Oh..." Dong Xuebing remembered something. "I heard the Investment Promotion Agency's bonuses and the Business departments' commissions will be lowered? Who had issued this order? The County Government? How come I am unaware of it?"

Luo Haiting replied. "I am not sure."

Dong Xuebing looks at Luo Haiting. "Did you not hear about the staff discussing it?"

"... yes. I heard about it earlier." Luo Haiting replied after a slight pause.

Dong Xuebing continued. "Sister Luo, just speak your mind."

"Ah..." Luo Haiting lowered her voice. "I don't know who is the one that started this rumor, and everyone is saying... you will be adjusting their bonuses and lowering the commissions to cut cost."

Dong Xuebing's face changed. "Me?"

Luo Haiting quickly explained. "It must be someone who is spreading this rumor to tarnish your reputation and prevent you from doing your job properly. After I heard about this, I explained to the staff. The commission structure is approved by the County Government and will not be changed." Luo Haiting is telling Dong Xuebing the truth. If no one started this malicious rumor, it would not spread.

Dong Xuebing suppressed his anger. "Who started this rumor?"

Luo Haiting replied. "I... I don't know."

"Go and find out!" Dong Xuebing replied angrily. "When did I say I am going to lower their bonuses and commissions?!"

Luo Haiting knew there is no way for her to find the culprit, but she still agreed.

It must be Lui Dafa. Other than him, no one dares to put words into Dong Xuebing's mouth! This is to gross Dong Xuebing out! How does one earn respect from others?! From people's hearts! Benefits are the fastest way to get into others' hearts! If everyone's benefits are affected, they will not stay calm and not respect Dong Xuebing.

This Lui Dafa had acted fast to create problems for Dong Xuebing!

Dong Xuebing's eyes turned cold. He must get rid of Lui Dafa as soon as possible!

But Meng Xianglin and Lui Dafa had controlled the Investment Promotion Agency for many years, and the Agency is their stronghold. That's why Lui Dafa is close to the heads of the various departments and staff. His connection within the Agency is strong and had established his authority much earlier than Dong Xuebing. If Dong Xuebing tried to remove him by force, it might cause all the staff to go against him.

Dong Xuebing knew he had not does enough to establish his authority, and he did not expect to settle this issue on his first day. It is like playing chess, and he needs to move one step at a time. But after hearing the rumors, Dong Xuebing is more determined to get rid of Lui Dafa. However, he cannot do it openly as everyone knows they have a deep grudge against each other. If Dong Xuebing does not have the power to remove Lui Dafa from his position, the staff will look down on him, and it will be hard for his work to progress in the future.

That's why Dong Xuebing must still establish authority!

Dong Xuebing must use Lui Dafa to do that!

By attacking Lui Dafa, Dong Xuebing can establish his authority among the staff and restructure the internal environment!

But how should Dong Xuebing do that? He still has not thought of a way.

Lui Dafa... Lui Dafa... Lui Dafa...

This is Dong Xuebing's first political obstacle since his appointment!

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Chapter 348 – The Secretary candidate is confirmed!

Dong Xuebing spent the whole afternoon thinking of reducing Lui Dafa's influence within the agency.

Lui Dafa is the biggest obstacle in front of Dong Xuebing, and even someone without much political wisdom can see it, let alone others. For example, Deputy Chief Sun Shuli, Pu Yang, Guo Junbao, the Section Chiefs of Business Section Offices, etc. Everyone knows that if Chief Dong cannot get rid of Lui Dafa, he cannot proceed with his work. He will give everyone in the agency and the County's leaders the impression that he is useless. Most likely, he will not last long in his position, let alone showing outstanding results.

The decision to reduce Lui Dafa's authority is ruthless.

But that is not enough to turn the tides in Dong Xuebing's favor.

If Dong Xuebing doesn't make another move, people might think Lui Dafa is in control of the agency. Chief Lui had been very scheming, and this is not impossible. After what happened in the morning, many staff can tell Lui Dafa had started his retaliation against Dong Xuebing.

But other than Office Director Luo Haiting is on Dong Xuebing's side, the rest had not made any moves. They are sitting on the fence, and it's not the right time to choose a side. Even with Mayor Xie getting more powerful, Yan Tai County is still under Xiang Daofa's control. They had also heard rumors that Chief Dong had offended Xiang Daofa. Who knows how long Dong Xuebing can remain as the Chief of the Investment Promotion Agency? That's why the rest of the leaders are waiting for the outcome from Dong Xuebing's clash with Lui Dafa.

If Dong Xuebing can suppress Lui Dafa, the rest of the leaders will support him. But if Dong Xuebing cannot do anything to Lui Dafa, they will wonder how long this young Chief Dong can last within the agency.

A storm is brewing within the agency.

It's the first day of work after the Lunar New Year, and the situation within the agency had changed.

Pu Yang, Guo Junbao, and the other offsite Office Directors did not return to their offsite offices. They remained in their offices within the agency because they still had not received this year's tasks. More importantly, they want to see how capable Chief Dong is. Can he suppress that cunning old fox, Lui Dafa? Many of the leaders are unhappy with Dong Xuebing, as he is very young and is transferred in by the County Government. These are the difficulties faced by Dong Xuebing. He is too young and inexperienced.

Suppose it is someone in his forties and had experience in Investment Promotion Agency. In that case, the situation within the agency will be different.

Towards Chief Dong, no one in the agency is supporting him wholeheartedly.

Everyone shows respect for Dong Xuebing on the surface, and many people are questioning his capability. Many more are waiting for Dong Xuebing to become a laughing stock. They want to see how he is going to stop Lui Dafa. The majority of the staff don't think Chief Dong can win against Lui Dafa. If it's a fight, no one in the agency can win against Dong Xuebing, but it is different in politics.

It's not uncommon for the Deputy Chief to gain control of the department from the Chief with the higher-ups' support.

That's why the struggle between Dong Xuebing and Lui Dafa will determine many factors. Everyone within the agency is watching them.

...

4 pm.

Dong Xuebing went for his rounds on the various departments. He could feel the weird atmosphere within the agency. Back in his office, Dong Xuebing frowned and poured a cup of tea for himself. He must make his next move against Lui Dafa carefully. If he is not careful, he backfires and hurts himself instead.

But Dong Xuebing is not afraid of challenges. Since young, he had not been afraid of anyone.

Dong Xuebing made a call and asked Luo Haiting to go to his office.

"Sister Luo." Dong Xuebing needs a breakthrough, but he is not very clear about the situation within the agency. "Can you tell me more about the agency within the agency?"

Luo Haiting blinked and asked cautiously. "Which area do you want to know?"

Dong Xuebing laughed. "Anything. It's up to you."

Luo Haiting knows what Dong Xuebing means by anything. She knows Dong Xuebing wants to more know about Lui Dafa, and he is facing some difficulties. "Then... let me talk about the leaders within the agency. Chief Sun is an expert in getting investments. He is very capable and is not within the agency most of the time. He is always outstation visiting the investors and is hardworking. But... but he does not like to get involved in the matters within the agency. Chief Lui..." Luo Haiting lowered her voice. "is clean and does not have any issues with his personal lifestyle."

Dong Xuebing looks at Luo Haiting. "Haha... our government needs officials who are clean."

Luo Haiting paused for a while and continued. "Chief Lui finances should have no problems."

This is what Dong Xuebing wants to know, and Luo Haiting got the hint.

Dong Xuebing heard this and frowned in his heart. Luo Haiting is the Office Director and oversees the finances within the agency. Even in the past, when she got to report to Lui Dafa, she prepared the accounting report. Since Luo Haiting said this, that means Lui Dafa had kept his finances clean. At least he did not touch the money within the agency. Luo Haiting is telling Dong Xuebing that he can't use the old accounts against Lui Dafa. Even if Lui Dafa is corrupted, the Investment Promotion Agency's reputation will be affected. It will do no good for Dong Xuebing.

There are no problems with Lui Dafa's finances.

There are no problems with Lui Dafa's lifestyle.

Dong Xuebing does not know where to start now.

After chatting for a while, Luo Haiting said. "I will go back to work now."

Dong Xuebing nodded. "The promotion brochures must be out by today. Mayor Zhao wants to see it tomorrow morning. Help me monitor the progress, and if it is not ready by the end of the day, ask them to work overtime."

"Alright. I will hurry them."

"Those new investment programs must be positioned in front and let me see once it is completed."

"Yes." As Luo Haiting was about to leave, someone knocks on the door.

Luo Haiting opened the door and saw a man in his thirties standing outside. She had not seen this person before but felt he is familiar.

Dong Xuebing laughed. "Panwei! When did you arrive?"

Guo Panwei laughed. "I had settled the paperwork in Beijing this morning and rushed over. I had just arrived in the afternoon."

Luo Haiting knew who this person is, as she had seen Guo Panwei's resume.

Dong Xuebing is overjoyed to see his former subordinate. He is still troubled to have no one to help him. "Let me introduce. This is Guo Panwei, my former subordinate. His transfer order should have arrived this morning. He will be the Investment Promotion Agency Office Deputy Director from today onwards. Panwei, this is Director Luo Haiting, your direct superior. You must do your best to assist her."

Guo Panwei quickly extended both his hands to shake Luo Haiting's hand. "Director Luo. Please guide me along in the future."

Luo Haiting laughed. "Don't mention it. The Office Department has lots of work, and I need your help with the workload."

Dong Xuebing can sense Luo Haiting is wary towards Guo Panwei. Dong Xuebing had just been appointed and immediately transfer his former subordinate over. This person must be someone he trusted and is his trusted aide. Furthermore, this person is transferred to the Office Department, and Luo Haiting wonders if Chief Dong has other plans. Is he going to replace her with Guo Panwei? Luo Haiting had leaned towards Dong Xuebing initially because she wants to secure her position.

Dong Xuebing does not want to let Luo Haiting get the wrong idea. He laughs. "Director Luo, Panwei's duties in the future, will be overseeing my office. You are the senior here. Please guide him along."

In charge of the Chief's office?

Isn't that the Secretary's duty?

When Luo Haiting heard this, her eyes become friendlier when she looks at Guo Panwei. Chief Dong had transferred him over to be his secretary. That means Guo Panwei's headcount is under the Office Department, but he will not hold any power there. She is relieved to know that Chief Dong has no intention to replace her.

Guo Panwei heard this and is also overjoyed.

Deputy Director? Guo Panwei got a headache when he heard this title. He had been the Deputy Chief of the General Affairs Office for about a year. His workload is heavy but doesn't have any power. He still has to endure his superior and does not want to experience it again. But being a secretary is different. Guo Panwei also wanted to be Dong Xuebing's secretary. There will be more opportunities for him than being a Deputy Office Director.

Dong Xuebing knows that Guo Panwei is not the best candidate for a secretary.

It's not about Guo Panwei's capabilities. It is because Guo Panwei is new to the agency like Dong Xuebing and doesn't know anything. His knowledge of the agency is worse than Dong Xuebing. This is his first time in Yan Tai County, and had not met any of the leaders within the County. He will face problems communicating with them. But Dong Xuebing had no choice. There are no suitable candidates within the Office Department, and Lui Dafa is influential within the agency. Who knows if the secretary he picks randomly can be trusted? At least Guo Panwei can be trusted. It's hard for him to work, then he must slowly adjust. Everyone must go through this phase.

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Chapter 349 – The Police are here?

Evening.

Dong Xuebing dragged his tired body back to the County Party Committee Quarters.

Dong Xuebing opens the door and quickly enters his apartment. He wants to take a hot shower to relax. He had spent the whole day thinking of dealing with Lui Dafa and pulling the rest of the subordinates over to his side. He felt today is more exhausting than his previous year's work. Dong Xuebing is not good at using brains, but he knows he needs to overcome this or become a good leader.

But when Dong Xuebing stepped into his apartment, he was stunned.

There was a strong insecticide smell in his apartment and even stings his eyes.

Dong Xuebing slapped his forehead as he remembered he asked the guards to get pest control to clear the cockroaches in his apartment this morning. The insecticide smell is strong, but it is effective against pests in the apartment. But the smell is too bad. Dong Xuebing felt he will die after five minutes in there.

Fine... this apartment is unlivable for the next few days.

Dong Xuebing got to look for a hotel.

Dong Xuebing packed his clothes and work documents before driving off.

For convenience sake, Dong Xuebing drove to the County People's Square. He found a hotel not far from the Investment Promotion Agency. The hotel is seven stories high and does not have any stars. It's just a small hotel that is cleaner. Dong Xuebing entered the hotel and booked a room at the front desk. His room is located on the sixth floor, and he immediately went to take a shower.

Taking a hot shower can remove fatigue fast.

Dong Xuebing dried himself and walks out of the bathroom when he noticed his phone is ringing.

Dong Xuebing walks over quickly. "Hello, Mayor Xie?"

"Hmmm... are you still at work?" Xie Huilan laughed. "Is it convenient to speak now?"

"Yes... I had just finished work. What is it?"

"Nothing. I just want to ask you, how's your first day at work? Haha..."

As someone from Xie Huilan's faction, he wants to voice his frustration and ask her for advice. But as her future husband, Dong Xuebing, doesn't want to look back in front of her. He doesn't want to tell her that he is facing problems at work. "It's fine. Everything is proceeding smoothly, and I had established some authority." What Dong Xuebing said is true.

"Good to hear this. I was still worried that you cannot adapt to the work there."

"Hehe... how is that possible?"

"Good to hear that." Xie Huilan paused for a second and continued. "You must watch out and be careful recently. I heard someone among the County Leaders is going to make things difficult for you. He wants to make it as a warning for you and stop your arrogance. I think there should be someone within your Investment Promotion Agency coming out to oppose you directly. The purpose of this leader is to make things difficult for you. Just watch out."

Dong Xuebing frowned. "Is it Xiang Daofa and his men? Why are they trying to go against me?"

"You are not that great for them to oppose you." Xie Huilan said. "They are targeting me."

Dong Xuebing understood what was going on. He is on Xie Huilan's faction. His win against Lui Dafa is Xiang Daofa's first loss to Xie Huilan during the Party Committee Meeting. That's where the grudge started. If Dong Xuebing is embarrassed by his subordinate, Xie Huilan will be disgraced. This is like giving a slap to Xie Huilan indirectly and will affect her influence. The Investment Promotion Agency is currently the battlefield between both factions.

Dong Xuebing is furious. "Did they think I am a pushover?"

Dong Xuebing immediately thought of Lui Dafa. Lui Dafa and Dong Xuebing are chess pieces of the County's leaders. No wonder Lui Dafa is full of smiles in the afternoon. The people behind him had promised him something. Damn! These people are too much.

Xie Huilan asked. "How is it? Can you handle it by yourself?"

Dong Xuebing replied without thinking. "Don't worry. If I cannot handle a few of my subordinates, I will be too ashamed to face you."

"Having confidence is good, but don't be optimistic. This time, it is the County's leaders who are playing tricks and backing them. You will be facing them alone..."

Dong Xuebing interrupted. "I will be fine!"

Xie Huilan nodded. "Alright. Just call me if you need help. Remember, this is not your problem. Their target is me."

Dong Xuebing corrected Xie Huilan. "They are targeting us!"

Xie Huilan laughed. "Haha... right. They are targeting us."

"Ok. Leave the Agency matters to me." Dong Xuebing firmly replied. "I will deal with the ones who dare to create trouble for me!" If it is only Dong Xuebing's problem, he can still wait. But now, someone is backing Lui Dafa to create problems for him and even want to use this to attack Sister Xie. How can Dong Xuebing tolerate this? Xie Huilan is his woman, and they are being bullied by these people. F*k! I will not hold back against you all! I will make sure you all regret for the rest of your life!

After hanging up, Dong Xuebing starts to think of a way to retaliate.

Dong Xuebing needs to find a way to destroy Lui Dafa and thinks about how Lui Dafa... or those people from the County Party Committee will create trouble for him.

Ring... ring... ring... Dong Xuebing's phone rang.

Dong Xuebing answered. "Hello, I'm Dong Xuebing."

"Chief, I'm Xiao Luo." Luo Haiting said. "We had finally finished the promotion materials. Do you want to see it?"

Dong Xuebing had forgotten about this. He needs to present the materials to Deputy Mayor Zhao Xinglong tomorrow. He might even need to discuss it with the County Government. This is very important, and he had instructed Luo Haiting to show him once it is completed. "Alright. I will return to the Agency now."

"No..." Luo Haiting replied. "How can I make you travel? I will bring it over to you."

Dong Xuebing had wanted Guo Panwei to collect it. Still, Panwei has just started work this afternoon and doesn't know anything about the County. If the materials need amendments, Dong Xuebing will need Luo Haiting to correct it. "Alright. Sorry to trouble you. Oh... I am not staying at the County Party Committee Quarters. Come over to the third street behind Commercial street. There is a Jia De Hotel. I will wait for you at the entrance. It is not far from the Agency and only a few minutes' drives."

Luo Haiting paused for a second and replied softly. "Ok. I will go over now."

After hanging up, Dong Xuebing dried his hair and got dress before going downstairs.

After a while, a middle-aged woman appeared. She is riding an electric bicycle and parked in front of Dong Xuebing. Luo Haiting looks slightly embarrassed and uneasy as she keeps looking around. She stuttered. "Chief... the documents..." She quickly pulled out a document and two brochures from her bag.

Dong Xuebing was surprised by Luo Haiting's reaction, and he realized they are standing outside a hotel. He immediately knows why Luo Haiting is so nervous. Sigh... I should have considered this carefully. Asking her to come to look for me at a hotel will give her the wrong idea. But you are also quite imaginative. You are already in your forties, and do you think I will want to do anything to you? Dong Xuebing explained. "My apartment is infested with roaches, and the pest control had sprayed insecticides this morning. So, I am staying here temporarily. Hmmm... how about we go to my car to look at the documents?" Dong Xuebing is embarrassed to invite her upstairs.

Luo Haiting looked at Dong Xuebing and hesitated. "It is too dark in the car. Errr... let's go upstairs."

Dong Xuebing looks at the carpark, and it is quite dark there. "... alright."

Luo Haiting followed behind Dong Xuebing to his room on the sixth floor.

Once they are in the room, Dong Xuebing sat down and start reading the document.

Luo Haiting looked at Dong Xuebing and the surroundings before taking off her coat slowly. She placed her coat on the backrest of a chair and let her hair down before sitting down beside Dong Xuebing and look at him nervously.

One minute...

Five minutes...

Ten minutes...

Dong Xuebing continued to read the document without looking at Luo Haiting.

Luo Haiting was relieved and knew she might have misunderstood Chief Dong. His explanation about his apartment should be true.

When Luo Haiting comes to meet Dong Xuebing, she thought Dong Xuebing wants to bed her. If it is someone else, Luo Haiting will not overthink. Although she is forty-years-old and had maintained her looks well, guys in their twenties should not be interested in her. But she had heard rumors that Dong Xuebing's helper is much older than him, and he likes mature women. Furthermore, Dong Xuebing had asked her to meet him in a hotel.

Luo Haiting wonders if Chief Dong really wants to touch her, how she should react.

Letting someone around Luo Haiting's child age f*k her is too embarrassing. Luckily, Chief Dong does not have this intention.

After a while, Dong Xuebing finished reading the document.

"Are the materials fine?" Luo Haiting asked.

Dong Xuebing nodded and replied. "It's alright, and both versions are fine. I think we will use the first version. Help me print a few copies and send it to the County Government tomorrow."

"Ok."

When Luo Haiting was about to leave, they heard footsteps outside.

Knock... knock... knock...! Someone is knocking on Dong Xuebing's hotel room's door loudly.

"Open up! Police! Someone had reported prostitution activities here!"

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Chapter 350 – The swaggering Xiao Dong

Police?

Prostitution activities?

Dong Xuebing and Luo Haiting, who were still in the room, were stunned.

Knock... knock... knock...! Knock... knock... knock...! The knockings got louder!

Luo Haiting's face changed, and panicked. She quickly got up and grabbed her coat to cover herself. But she thought about something and turned to Dong Xuebing. "Chief... what should we do?" Although she had come to Dong Xuebing's room for work, they were alone in the room. Luo Haiting still has a family, and if someone saw her in Chief Dong's room, there will be gossips, and her reputation will be ruined. Furthermore, Luo Haiting sensed this is not coincident.

Why did the Police go to the sixth floor instead of other floors?

Dong Xuebing is also looking terrible as he knows there's more to this.

Prostitution activities? How can it be a coincidence? They had just entered the room for a while, and the Police are here?!

Dong Xuebing had been working in the Public Security Bureau for a year and knew their procedures well. The Police will visit nightclubs and other entertainment nightspots for raids almost every week. But this time is different. Firstly, it is not the crackdown period, and secondly, the hotel is not a nightspot. Furthermore, this hotel is very clean and is not involved in illegal activities. If not, Dong Xuebing will also not stay here. Even if someone reported prostitution activities in this hotel, the Police would usually ignore it. There is only one explanation for the Police to be here. The Police have a target!

Who is the target?

Dong Xuebing feels he is the target!

The hotel is located not far from the Investment Promotion Agency, and it's not long after working hours. Someone must have seen Luo Haiting, and him entering the hotel and inform Lui Dafa. Lui Dafa and some leaders within the County are looking to get Dong Xuebing into trouble, which is the best opportunity. If they caught Dong Xuebing in bed with Luo Haiting, his reputation would be ruined. The Agency's Chief sleeping with the Office Director on his first day will destroy Dong Xuebing's career and embarrass Xie Huilan.

Dong Xuebing knew that even if the Police entered the room and didn't catch him doing anything with Luo Haiting, Lui Dafa and the people behind him would not let Dong Xuebing off easily. They will still spread rumors about him!

This is too scheming!

Dong Xuebing is furious. He was still thinking about how the other party will deal with him, and this happened!

This is too despicable, and Dong Xuebing is about to explode.

Dong Xuebing and Luo Haiting are innocent, and this is false accusations!

Although Dong Xuebing commands high respect in Yan Tai County's Public Security, there are still people who don't like him. The hotel is located within the City Police Station's jurisdiction, and the Station's Chief is Chang Wantao. He is close to Hu Yiguo, Zhao Jingsong and is related to the Jin Di Mansion's case. He is one of the people within the Public Security Bureau who has grudges with Dong Xuebing. That's why Dong Xuebing does not surprise the Officers from the City Police Station dares to find trouble with him.

Damn!

Do you all really think I am a pushover?!

Knock... knock... knock...! The knocking continues. There are some noises outside in the corridor, and the Police had checked three rooms. There is a couple in one room from the voices, a family of three in another, and the last room is a businessman.

"Room 603 is not opening the door!"

"Get the keys and open it!"

The Police Officer shouted.

The hotel staff replied. "Sir... we don't have any illegal activities here. You all are..."

"Shut up! Just open the door!"

Dong Xuebing's room is 603.

Luo Haiting panicked. "Chief! We..."

Dong Xuebing calmly replied. "It seems like someone is getting impatient. This is trying to get in into trouble."

Luo Haiting confirmed her suspicions, but if the Police entered the room and saw her alone with Dong Xuebing, they can't clear their names. "Then... what should we do?" Luo Haiting starts to regret it. They should have read the documents in Dong Xuebing's car.

Dong Xuebing exhaled and said calmly. "Sister Luo, please wait in the bathroom for a while."

Luo Haiting replied. "Err... the Officers will find me easily inside."

"Just go. It's fine." Dong Xuebing wore his coat and took his bag.

Luo Haiting did not think hiding in the bathroom can escape the Police. But she had no choice but to listen to Dong Xuebing. She entered the bathroom nervously and closed the door.

Clink... clang... it is the sounds of keys.

The three Officers are ready to rush in once the door is opened!

This is the sixth floor, and it is impossible to escape through the windows. That means Dong Xuebing is trapped inside, and he will disgrace himself within the Agency. But the Officers do not know that this might be checkmate for others, but... this is nothing for Dong Xuebing!

Dong Xuebing looked at the door coldly and thought to himself. You all had messed with the wrong person!

STOP!

Everything stopped!

The curtains that were moved by the wind froze in mid-air. A bird flying outside of the window stopped, and the world becomes silent. Luo Haiting, who is in the bathroom, had stopped moving with a worried expression.

Dong Xuebing straightened his collar and opened the door.

In the corridor, the staff holding the key, is about to push it into the keyhole. One Officer is sneering behind him and staring at the door. The other two Officers are in a position to rush in once the door is opened.

"You all want to arrest me?!" Dong Xuebing looks at them and locks the room's door.

Dong Xuebing will never let the ones who dare to accuse him off easily!

Dong Xuebing turned to the Officer on the left and reached out for his pocket. The clothes are heavy, and it took five to six seconds for Dong Xuebing to take out his work pass and wallet. After that, he searched the other Officers for their identification cards and wallets. After a while, all their wallets and identification cards were in Dong Xuebing's hand!

Dong Xuebing turned and walked down the stairs.

Fifth floor...

Third floor...

Ground floor...

After walking out of the hotel, Dong Xuebing looks at the people and cars on the road. Everyone is frozen in place. He walked away from the hotel and pushed the Officers' wallets, and work passes into a drain cover. Because there is no gravity, the wallets were hanging above the slits of the drain cover and did not drop inside.

Hmm... It's over.

Dong Xuebing looks around for a hiding spot, as he cannot appear suddenly in front of others when time resumes.

Dong Xuebing walked over to a dark corner beside a florist and snapped his finger. "STOP!"

Time resumed!

...

Beep! Beep! Beep! Cars are sounding their horns!

"Hey! Do you know how to drive? Why are you stopping there?!"

"Stop blocking the way! If you want to turn, hurry up!"

The road is bustling with activities, and the few wallets fell into the drain. People, who had just finished work, are hurrying down the walkways, and Dong Xuebing slowly lit a cigarette before walking out of the shadows. He looks up at his room on the sixth floor and saw a few shadows passing by the window. Those three Officers should have entered the room.

Go ahead and search!

Don't forget to look under the bed.

Dong Xuebing stretched lazily and suddenly noticed a Toyota parked opposite the hotel. The car had blocked the traffic, but the driver is not in a rush to move his car. He kept looking at the higher floors of the hotel.

It's Lui Dafa!

Dong Xuebing recognized the driver's back view, but when he looks closer, he is wrong.

It's not Lui Dafa, but someone that looks similar to him. They are also about the same age!

Dong Xuebing knew that this person should be either Lui Dafa's elder or younger brother. He must have seen Luo Haiting and Dong Xuebing entering the hotel and told Lui Dafa. That's why the Police arrive to conduct a raid!

Damn! Do all these people thinks I can be easily bullied?!

Dong Xuebing is furious and walks over.

Lui Dacai did not notice his side, and his car windows are opened. He is looking at the sixth-floor windows with a cold smile. He had never met Dong Xuebing before, but he saw Dong Xuebing from afar twice and seen his photograph. But Lui Dacai knows Luo Haiting. When he got off work today and saw Dong Xuebing and Luo Haiting entering the hotel, he immediately calls his elder brother Lui Dafa as he knows about the grudge between Dong Xuebing and Lui Dafa. Lui Dafa is excited and asked Liu Dacai to stay there to watch them. So, Liu Dacai remained there and stared at the Hotel's main entrance. Dong Xuebing and Luo Haiting had not left the hotel, and when the Police Officers arrive, he knew Dong Xuebing is in trouble.

Suddenly, there is a loud Bam!

Someone slapped Lui Dacai's shoulder hard. It was so hard that he felt his arm was almost dislocated!

"Are you crazy?!" Lui Dacai shouted angrily as he turns around. He was shocked, and his jaws dropped!

Damn! It's Dong Xuebing!

When did Dong Xuebing leave the hotel?!

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Chapter 351 – Fake Policemen

Roadside.

Lui Dacai, who was slapped on the shoulders, was shocked as he stared at the person standing outside his car. This person should not be standing here. He had been looking at the hotel's entrance without taking his eyes off. He swore that Dong Xuebing had not left the hotel. How did he appear behind him?

"Old Lui! Did you just finish work?" Dong Xuebing laughed.

Lui Dacai replied in a daze. "You got the wrong person." He quickly tried to drive off.

Dong Xuebing slapped Lui Dacai's shoulder again. "Lui Dafa! You think I cannot recognize you?! What's wrong? Why are you pretending you don't know me?"

Lui Dacai does not want to speak to Dong Xuebing. "I am not Lui Dafa!"

Slap! Dong Xuebing slapped Lui Dacai's back again. "Old Lui, stop joking. I will recognize you even if you turn to ash. Where are you going? Give me a lift. I am going to the junction in front to buy a packet of cigarettes." Dong Xuebing opened the passenger door and entered. "Go. It's just about 100 meters in front." Dong Xuebing knew this person is not Lui Dafa but is just trying to piss him off.

Lui Dacai was slapped on his back by Dong Xuebing three times, and his shoulder is hurting like hell. But he is guilty conscious and can only suppress his anger. He stepped on the accelerator and drove to the roadside cigarette store in front. His only thought is to quickly get away from Dong Xuebing!

Dong Xuebing alighted and slapped Lui Dacai's back again. "Thanks, Old Lui."

Lui Dacai doesn't dare to stay there any longer and immediately drove off.

Dong Xuebing sneered and called Public Security Bureau's Deputy Team Leader Feng. "Old Feng, I'm Dong Xuebing... Yes... there is some problem. Bring a few of you men to Jia De Hotel. There is a case here... yes... I will tell you the details later... alright... Bye." Dong Xuebing kept his phone and bought a packet of Yu Xi cigarettes from the store before strolling back to the hotel. He leaned against a wall outside of the hotel and smoke a cigarette quietly.

After a while, the three officers walked out of the hotel. They had not completed the order given to them and are pissed. They had searched Room 603 thoroughly. They found a woman, but the main lead is not in the room. The only explanation is they had received the wrong info.

"Hey!" Dong Xuebing laughed and snubbed his cigarette. "Attending to a case?"

The three officers looked up and were startled. "... Chief Dong?!"

None of them expected to see Dong Xuebing here and were stunned.

Dong Xuebing smiles and nods. "It's Lunar New Year, and you all are still working hard. Good job... the Government needs responsible Officers like you all. Good... I am close to Chief Liang, and I will put up some good words for you all. Hardworking Officers like you all should be groomed and promoted, right?" Dong Xuebing saw the three Officers sweating profusely and laughed. "What are your names? Show me your Police Identification Cards! I will let the leaders know about you all!"

The Officer in front quickly laugh. "No need... no need... we are just doing our duties."

Another Officer wiped the sweat off his forehead. "That's right. We had not done anything special."

Dong Xuebing extended his hand. "Just give me your work pass. You all should be rewarded for your hard work. I was also from the Public Security Bureau, and I understand it's tough being an Officer on the ground."

The three Officers are unwilling to identify themselves, as they know Chief Dong is a revengeful person. It's best to avoid him, but after what Dong Xuebing said, they had no choice. Furthermore, Chief Dong is no longer a leader within the Public Security Bureau. It was the higher-ups who ordered them to raid Dong Xuebing's hotel room. They exchanged looks and reached into their pockets.

"Eh?" An Officer paused and started emptying his pockets.

"Ah? Where is my identification card?" Another Officer gasped.

"Mine is also missing!" The third Officer panicked. "My identification card and wallet are missing!"

The three Officers do not know what was happening. They had shown their Police Identification Card when they entered the hotel. Why are their passes missing suddenly?

Dong Xuebing was waiting for this moment. His face suddenly changed, and points at those three Officers. "I thought you all are hardworking Officers! You all are impersonating Police Officers! Where is your Police Identification Card?! Where is your personal ID? Driving license?! What?! You don't have any identification on you all?!" Dong Xuebing shouted and attracted many bystanders. "You all don't bring your Police Identification Card with you when you attend to cases?! Who are you trying to trick?! You think buying a Police Uniform, and you are an Officer?! Ah?! You all dare to impersonate Police Officers in front of me?!"

The crowd heard it and started shouting.

"They are criminals! Arrest them!"

"That's right! Call the Police! These fake Policemen are too much!"

"My son was conned by these fake Officers! Those bastards!"

The three Officers quickly explain. "We are really Police Officers from the City Police Station. Our Identification Cards were still with us. We might have misplaced it!"

Dong Xuebing sneered. "Do you even believe what you said? Do you think it's so easy to fool me?!"

The Officer is panicking. "I am telling the truth. My wallet and work pass might be pickpocketed!"

Suddenly, two Police cars with siren and blinkers on arrived. The Police cars parked by the roadside, and Deputy Team Leader Feng and his men rushed over. Although Dong Xuebing is no longer a Leader with the Public Security Bureau, Deputy Team Leader Feng still respects him. That's why he rushed over after receiving Dong Xuebing's call.

Dong Xuebing turned to Deputy Team Leader Feng. "Team Leader Feng. You are here at the right time. There are three fake Policemen here!"

Deputy Team Leader Feng paused for a second and look at the three Officers. He had met one of them before and knew he is from the City Police Station. Why is Chief Dong saying they are fake Policemen?

That Officer quickly shouted. "Team Leader Feng, our work passes are stolen."

Deputy Team Leader Feng is also an old fox. He knows there must be more to this.

Dong Xuebing replied coldly. "I can sense something is fishy when you all suddenly conducted a prostitution raid at this hotel. That's why I waited for them to come out before questioning them. They don't have Police Identification Card, Personal ID, Driving License, and all other identification papers. How can this be coincidental? Stolen?! You all are Police Officers! Which thief is so stupid to steal from a Police Officer?! Use your brains even if you want to lie!"

Deputy Team Leader Feng immediately understands what is going on. These three must have offended Dong Xuebing by trying to accuse him of visiting prostitutes.

No wonder Dong Xuebing is so angry. Even Deputy Team Leader Feng is also furious.

"Team Leader Feng!"

"Team Leader Feng, we..."

Deputy Team Leader Feng waved his hand. "Cuff them and bring them back for questioning!"

The three Officers drew a deep breath, and one of them shouted. "Team Leader Feng! We had met before! Did you forget about me? I am Xiao Zhang from the City Police Station!"

Deputy Team Leader Feng shook his head. "Who are you?! I don't know you!"

"Wait! You can call our station! You will know what is going on after calling our station!"

"Bring them back!" Deputy Team Leader Feng did not give these three Officers any chance to explain, and his men rushed over to cuffed them. Deputy Team Leader Feng turns to Dong Xuebing. "Chief Dong, thank you for reporting this case. There are more fake Police Officer cases recently, and the Bureau is very concerned about it. Don't worry. I will investigate this case thoroughly and make sure these fake Officers will be severely punished!" This is hinting to Dong Xuebing that he will teach these Officers a lesson.

Dong Xuebing patted Deputy Team Leader Feng's shoulder. "Thank you."

Deputy Team Leader Feng and his men brought the 'fake Policemen' away.

The crowd cheered and clapped.

The three City Police Station's Officers knew they had been set up! Their prostitution raid had not caught Dong Xuebing, and their identification cards went missing suddenly. When they were about to leave, Dong Xuebing stopped them at the entrance to demand their IDs. They... don't even know how Dong Xuebing set them up! They had not managed to catch Dong Xuebing but ended up getting arrested! They are regretting now. God of Plague Dong Xuebing is not someone they should mess with!

Dong Xuebing looks at the Police cars leaving before entering the hotel.

Room 603.

When Dong Xuebing stopped at the door, he saw a funny scene.

When the Police Officers barged into the bathroom, Luo Haiting immediately questioned them what they are trying to do angrily. The three Officers asked Luo Haiting if there is anyone else in the room. Her reply is she is alone. She knew Chief Dong must be hiding somewhere in the room. She looks towards the bottom of the bed and quickly walks out of the room after the Officers left. She remains in the corridor to wait for Dong Xuebing to come out.

Luo Haiting thought Chief Dong is hiding under the bed. Climbing out from under the bed will be embarrassing. If she is around, Chief Dong might be unhappy to be seen in such an awkward situation. That's why she left the room to wait for him to come out by himself.

This wait lasted more than ten minutes.

But Dong Xuebing did not appear, and the room door remains closed.

Luo Haiting's starts to run wild. She hesitated for a while and returned to the room to call Chief Dong. She called out for Dong Xuebing a few times before getting on her knees to look under the bed.

"Chief?"

"Sister Luo, are you looking for me?" Dong Xuebing said behind Luo Haiting.

Luo Haiting turned and was stunned. "You... why are you outside?"

Dong Xuebing did not answer her question. "Everything is fine now. Just proceed on with what we discussed about the promotion materials. Ok?"

"Yes..." Luo Haiting is confused. She looks at the window and thought to herself. This is the sixth floor! Did Chief Dong jumped out from the windows!?

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Chapter 352 – Got something against you!

Night.

Hotel.

After sending Luo Haiting off, Dong Xuebing sat in his room and smoked a cigarette. This is not the end. Since Lui Dafa and the people behind him had made the first move, that means they will not let Dong Xuebing and Xie Huilan off. Dong Xuebing will not hold back anymore. He needs to do something, or else he will not achieve any Investment Promotion Agency results. To prevent affecting Xie Huilan's influence, Lui Dafa must be eliminated. He had wanted to wait for a while, but Lui Dafa had acted fast. Dong Xuebing cannot afford to wait any longer!

You want to create trouble for me?!

Then I will make you suffer too!

Dong Xuebing had just settled the foot soldiers, and it's time to settle the score with the person behind them!

Dong Xuebing must act before his enemy makes the second move. He immediately leaves the hotel and drove out. He called a former subordinate in the Public Security Bureau to ask for Lui Dafa's address. After getting the address, he drove straight to an estate built around the 1990s. Dong Xuebing parked his car at a corner and walked towards the estate.

The Investment Promotion Agency does not have their own quarters and only has a small building. This estate is shared with other Government agencies. The red building on the left is the Investment Promotion Agency and the Cultural Department's quarters. The buildings at the back are the County's Political Consultative quarters, Industrial department, Tax revenue, etc. quarters. This is a large estate, and many top leaders are staying here.

Dong Xuebing entered the estate's compound.

The guards at the entrance do not know Dong Xuebing, but they did not stop him.

After entering the estate, Dong Xuebing went straight to the red building.

Lui Dafa is staying on the sixth floor, 601. Dong Xuebing looks at the building. Other than a low railing on the first floor, there is no railing from the second floor. After all, very few burglars will choose to steal from government employees' quarters. That's why no one from the second floor onwards built railing. But despite this, it's too hard to climb up from outside of the building. Dong Xuebing thought for a while and entered the building. He walked up to the sixth floor and pressed the doorbell of apartment 601.

Ding Dong... Ding Dong...

Dong Xuebing pressed the doorbell and quickly walks down the stairs to the fifth floor.

One second...

Two seconds...

Three seconds...

Click... the door opened. Lui Dafa's wife, Li Hong, sticks her head out. "Who is it?! Who pressed our doorbell?"

Before Li Hong looks down the stairwell, Dong Xuebing shouted. STOP!

Time stopped!

Everything in this world stopped!

Dong Xuebing immediately shouted MENU to check his remaining time. During the New Year Holidays, he had accumulated some time and is sufficient. Dong Xuebing walked up the stairs and looked at Li Hong. He still remembers the moment when Sister Yu was disfigured by Li Hong. He suppressed the urge to kill Li Hong and lowered his body. He squeezed himself through space beside Li Hong and the door frame and entered the apartment.

Two men are sitting in the living room. They are Lui Dafa and the man which Dong Xuebing met outside the hotel.

Lui Dacai's expression seems to be complaining to his brother.

Lui Dafa had a cigarette hanging on his lips and is looking gloomy. The cigarette smoke is currently paused in mid-air.

Dong Xuebing narrowed his eyes and walked to the first room. He used a lot of strength to push the door open. This should be Lui Dafa's son, Lui Xiaolei, room. That brat is not around.

Dong Xuebing continued his way to the other room. It's Lui Dafa and his wife's room!

After closing the door, Dong Xuebing snapped his finger. Stop!

...

...

Dong Xuebing can hear outside from the room.

"Xiao Hong, who is it?" Lui Dafa asked.

"I don't know. There is no one outside." Li Hong closed the door and grumbled. "I wonder which idiot is playing with our doorbell."

Lui Dacai replied. "Sister-in-law, maybe it's the kids from other apartments."

Lui Dafa said. "Alright. Just let them be. Dacai, let's continue. Tell me what happened earlier. How can Dong Xuebing disappear from the hotel? Also, the Officers who I sent to raid the hotel room are all arrested by the Detectives. I was told that they are arrested for impersonating Police Officers. They had only entered the hotel, and all their identification cards went missing! What is going on?! Ah?!"

Lui Dacai sighed. "I also don't know when Dong Xuebing had left the hotel..."

Dong Xuebing did not continue to listen to their conversation and started looking around the room.

Dong Xuebing's purpose for sneaking into Lui Dafa's apartment is very simple. He wants to look for evidence that can be used against Lui Dafa. When Dong Xuebing was still with Beijing State Security, he had found several bank books with a large amount of cash. If anyone wants to hide something, they will most likely be hidden at home. Dong Xuebing needs to get something that can be used against Lui Dafa. It might not be evidence of him accepting bribes or corruption. He just wants to have something that can lower his influence and affect his reputation.

Search!

I don't believe you are so clean that you don't have any secrets!

Lui Dafa and his family are still talking outside and do not know someone is searching through their room.

Dong Xuebing checked under the pillows, blankets, mattresses, closets, between the drawers, etc. He even checks every pocket of the clothes hanging in the closet. He had worked in the Public Security Bureau and had been trained in searching. Dong Xuebing moved cautiously and tried not to make any noise. After searching, he placed the items back in its original place.

Five minutes...

Ten minutes...

Twenty minutes...

Dong Xuebing searched the room but cannot find anything.

Dong Xuebing looks at the 30,000 RMB savings printed on a bank book before placing it back into the drawer.

Is Lui Dafa really this clean?!

How is this possible?! This old bastard must be hiding something!

Dong Xuebing looks at his watch. It's 8.15 pm. He continued to search and even flipped through all the books on the bookshelf and knocks on all the floor tiles lightly. But he still cannot find anything. Dong Xuebing wonders if Lui Dafa had hidden his secret in the living room or his son's room.

This time, the conversation outside attracted Dong Xuebing's attention.

Li Hong said. "Old Lui, that bastard Dong Xuebing is very revengeful. We had offended him previously, and you tried to frame him this time. Will he revenge on you?"

Lui Dacai added. "That's right. Brother, you should watch out."

"Don't need to worry." Lui Dafa let out a cold laughter. "He dares to do something against me? What else can he do? Check my accounts? I am not afraid. My lifestyle? I don't have any lifestyle issues! Even if the Commission for Discipline Inspection investigate me and our family's account, they will get nothing. I will welcome Dong Xuebing to check with open arms. When he cannot find anything, he will be in trouble!"

Li Hong worryingly asked. "Is it really fine?"

Lui Dafa replied. "Don't worry. You should know me well enough. Will I leave evidence for others to catch me?!"

Li Hong sighed in relief. "Ok."

Dong Xuebing frowned when he heard this. If Lui Dafa can say this confidently, that means he should not leave any evidence around. He doesn't have to boast in front of his family, and Dong Xuebing pulled a long face. Lui Dafa does not have any financial and lifestyle issues. How am I going to drag him down? Don't tell me that I must seek help from Xie Huilan? No! That will be too embarrassing! Dong Xuebing had promised Xie Huilan he will settle this, and he must not let his girlfriend thinks he cannot even handle his subordinates.

Dong Xuebing cannot find anything against Lui Dafa?!

If this fails, I will try something else!

Dong Xuebing is prepared to go all out. If all else fails, he will take naked pictures of Lui Dafa and Li Hong, and put it up for everyone on the streets to see. But that is the last resort. Lui Dafa will be embarrassed, but everyone will know he is the one who did it. Dong Xuebing's reputation will also be affected. People will think he is someone unscrupulous.

Suddenly, someone's phone rang.

Ring... ring... ring...

Lui Dafa answered. "Hello, I'm Xiao Lui... yes... that's right... that incident... ok... I will go over to your place now."

It should be a call from a Leader.

After hanging up, Lui Dafa said. "I need to go out. Don't worry. Even if we cannot get Dong Xuebing this time, I can still find ways to embarrass him tomorrow or the day after that."

Li Hong asked. "Where are you going? What time will you be back?"

Lui Dafa replied. "I am going to meet a Leader and should take at least an hour or more."

"Ok." Li Hong said. "Drive carefully."

Lui Dacai asked. "Brother, do you want me to wait for you?"

Lui Dafa replied. "Ok. I need to discuss something with you later. Just chat with your Sister-in-law first."

About thirty seconds later, Dong Xuebing heard the sound of the door closing.

Dong Xuebing shook his head. Damn! The main lead had left, and he cannot even take their nude photos. Sigh... Dong Xuebing felt it's useless to remain there, and there's no point in taking their nude photos. He does not want to be dragged down by Lui Dafa, as it's not worth it.

Dong Xuebing decided to go back first.

Dong Xuebing mumbled. STOP!

Dong Xuebing opened the bedroom door and was about to walk out.

But the next moment, Dong Xuebing saw something that shocked him. He immediately paused and returned to the room. He couldn't believe what he saw. Lui Dacai is hugging his Sister-in-law, Li Hong, in the living room! Time had stopped, and they are frozen in a hugging position!

Damn!

Dong Xuebing knew what he can use against Lui Dafa now!

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Chapter 353 – Pictures!

Night.

Lui Dafa's apartment.

Dong Xuebing closed the doors of the bedroom and took a deep breath. He wondered if his eyes had played tricks on him because this is too... Brother and Sister-in-law?! How can this happen?! Dong Xuebing wonders if he had mistaken them during the time-stop. Lui Dacai and Li Hong might not be having an affair. Maybe Li Hong had tripped, and Lui Dacai just happened to catch her to stop her from falling. Dong Xuebing calmed himself down and wanted to confirm his doubts. He snapped his fingers.

STOP!

...

...

Time resumed, but it was quiet outside of the room.

Dong Xuebing frowned. If Li Hong had tripped, they should be having some conversations. He moved closer to the door and pressed his ear against it. 'Muah... muah... muah...' It sounded like kissing, and Dong Xuebing can hear fast breathing.

Is this real?!

These two people are really having an affair!

Dong Xuebing is overjoyed. This should be fun!

"Dacai... *panting... you... *panting... why are you so anxious?" Li Hong said.

"I can't help it. I had no opportunity to touch you for many days." Lui Dacai replied. "Sister-in-law..."

Li Hong grumbled. "Your brother had been at home thinking of ways to deal with Dong Xuebing. I also cannot get any opportunity to go out... Ah... Don't kiss there... Ahh... when he is not around, Xiao Lei will be home. I... ah... ah... I cannot go out to meet you. Luckily, I sent Xiao Lei to his grandfather's place last night. Ah... this time... Ah... we only have about 30 minutes... quick... your brother might come back earlier... Ah... don't take off all our clothes."

Lui Dacai replied impatiently. "Let's go to the room."

Dong Xuebing got a shock and was about to stop time to hide.

Li Hong refused. "No... your brother will know if we wet the bedsheets. Furthermore, the smell will linger, and it's not easy to air it. Just do it on the sofa. Quick... open the windows slightly, and the smell will be gone before your brother comes back."

"Ok!"

After hearing their conversation, Dong Xuebing knew their affair did not start recently. When he thought about Li Hong's looks and figure, he almost vomited. Only Lui Dacai is interested in that old hag. Hmmm... Lui Dacai is also ugly, and they are quite compatible... Dong Xuebing is speechless after finding out about this affair. Lui Dafa... Lui Dafa... you are thinking of dealing with me every day, and your brother had been sleeping with your wife more than once! Cuckold by your own brother! This is too disgusting!

Dong Xuebing took out his mobile phone and waited patiently.

One minute... two minutes... three minutes...

"Sister-in-law... can I enter now?"

"Hurry up! What are you waiting for?! Hurry and put it in!"

"Ah..."

"Ah... ah... ah..."

Dong Xuebing can hear the sofa squeaking in the living room and knew it's the time!

STOP!

...

...

The whole world becomes quiet!

Time had stopped!

Dong Xuebing opened the bedroom door with a cold smile and walks out, closing the door behind him.

Li Hong is still wearing her top, but her pants were pulled down to her knees. She is leaning over the sofa with her legs spread and mouth opened widely. She seems to be inhaling, while Lui Dacai stood behind her. He had removed his pants, and it was thrown over the coffee table. He looks excited and enjoying himself. One of his hands is pressing Li Hong down and is entering her from behind.

Dong Xuebing looks at them in disgust. This family is too gross.

Dong Xuebing took out his phone and walks around them, looking for the perfect angle. He found the perfect angle, which is in front of the TV in the living room. Li Hong and Lui Dacai will not see the camera, and the picture from this angle will show their faces and private parts. Anyone who saw this picture will know what they are doing.

Everything is ready, and Dong Xuebing placed his finger on the shutter.

STOP!

...

...

Time resumed!

"Sister-in-law... ah... sister-in-law..."

"Dacai... my lovely brother... ah..."

Dong Xuebing pressed the shutter, but he forgot to mute his phone's camera. Click!

Li Hong and Lui Dacai heard it and were about to turn towards the TV!

STOP! Dong Xuebing quickly shouted the command in his heart!

Time had stopped again!

Dong Xuebing looked at their expression and did not waste time. He quickly moves to the other side of the living room and mutes his phone before pointing the camera.

STOP!

Li Hong and Lui Dacai turned to the TV and did not find anything amiss.

"What was that sound?"

"I don't know... It sounded like a click."

"Just ignore it. Dacai... move faster!"

Dong Xuebing used this distraction to take a few more pictures!

Dong Xuebing is still standing around in the living with Li Hong and Lui Dacai, and even without seeing him, they can sense him. For example, Dong Xuebing's breathing, finger pressing the shutter, shadow, and many more minor details. Li Hong and Lui Dacai moved a few more times and felt Dong Xuebing's presence. Li Hong turned behind, and Lui Dacai turned towards the door.

STOP!

...

Dong Xuebing stopped the time again. He kept his phone and walked out of the front door before closing the door behind him softly. After the door is closed, he snapped his finger and mumbled STOP! under his breath. Time resumed, and he walked out of the estate towards his Mercedes MPV. After boarding his car, he took out his phone and checked the pictures. Dong Xuebing nodded with satisfaction and drove off!

While driving, Dong Xuebing called Liu Dahai. "Hello, Old Liu, are you sleeping?"

"It's only 8 plus. I don't sleep so early." Liu Dahai asked softly. "Anything?"

Dong Xuebing continued to drive and said. "I need a favor from you. I am driving towards Hui Tian Village. Wait for me there. I need you to print some pictures from my phone for me. It's not those film pictures. You know many people, and I can be assured to let you handle this. Alright, I will tell you the details when we meet."

"Ok. I will wait for you, Sir."

"Haha... stop calling me that."

"This is respect for my old leader."

"Stop it. You are much older than me."

Dong Xuebing hanged up after joking for a while.

Dong Xuebing had looked for Liu Dahai is because of their relationship. He had saved Liu Dahai's life, and he cannot develop these pictures himself. These are nude photos, and he can't pick a random shop on the streets to print them. No shop will do his business, and he will also be exposed. Furthermore, Dong Xuebing was transferred to Yan Tai County for about a year and does not know many people. But Liu Dahai is different. He is based in Yan Tai County for many years, and he knows his way around.

It's a dark and windy night.

After driving for a while, Dong Xuebing finally reach Hui Tian Village.

Dong Xuebing met up with Liu Dahai in an alley near the latter's house.

Liu Dahai is very cautious. He wore all black, and before he approached Dong Xuebing's Mercedes MPV, he looks around to make sure there are no one else before getting into the car. "Chief Dong, what photos do you want to print?"

Dong Xuebing took out his mobile phone and tapped on it a few times. "Someone tried to frame me, and I cannot sit around. You might not know who these people in the pictures are, but the woman is Lui Dafa's wife. I am not sure how to print these pictures, but most photo studios can do it. Get someone you trust to do it, and don't let too many people know about this." Dong Xuebing showed Liu Dahai the photographs.

Liu Dahai looked at the pictures and didn't recognize the people in it. "Alright. Leave this to me. I will do it myself." He knew Chief Dong had come to Hui Tian Village to look for him because it is confidential and urgent. "Please wait for me here. It will take one hour... no forty minutes should be enough. How many copies do you need?"

"Print three copies."

Liu Dahai is very efficient. After leaving for a while, he returned with a brown paper envelope.

Dong Xuebing opened the envelope and nodded. His phone's camera cannot take high-quality pictures like digital cameras or film cameras. Still, the faces can clearly be seen in the pictures. He kept a copy of the photographs in his pocket. "I will keep a copy, and I need you to do something. Here are two addresses, names of the recipients and departments. You must not make any mistakes, and these two copies must be sent to these addresses tomorrow."

Liu Dahai quickly took out his notebook to write down the addresses and departments.

After a while, Dong Xuebing drove back to the County's City.

Before Dong Xuebing reached his hotel, his phone rang. Xie Huilan had called. "I heard you had gotten the Public Security Bureau to arrest three Officers from the City Police Station? Did someone make a move on you?"

Dong Xuebing replied. "Yes. Those bastards tried to frame me."

Xie Huilan paused for a second and narrowed her eyes. "Alright. I will handle the rest. You don't need to interfere with this."

Dong Xuebing quickly replies. "No... I said I can handle this. Don't you trust me? Hahaha... don't worry about me. They are trying to get me in trouble and want to tarnish your reputation?! They can go to hell! I will eliminate every single person they send! I will show them who is tougher!"

"You found a solution?"

"It's settled. Just wait and see tomorrow!"

"Haha... alright. I am looking forward to seeing how my Xiao Bing handles this situation."

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Chapter 354 – The cuckold Lui Dafa!

The next day. Morning.

Investment Promotion Agency.

Dong Xuebing drove into the compound and went straight to his office.

It's not the time for work yet, and many staff members were discussing the challenge between Chief Dong and Chief Lui. They are analyzing which side is stronger. All of them knew yesterday was only a test of strength, and the real war will start these two days. In government agencies, the staff will be very concerned when the higher-ups go against each other. Regardless of the leaders from the various sub-departments, or staff members, everyone is waiting to see if Chief Dong can win against the wily fox, Lui Dafa.

Guo Panwei is cleaning the windows with a cloth in Dong Xuebing's office.

When Dong Xuebing enters the office, he saw Guo Panwei. "Panwei, have you adapt to your new role?"

"Chief Dong." Guo Panwei quickly wipes his hands and poured a cup of tea for Dong Xuebing. "I had gone through the workflow but haven't got the chance to meet the people from various departments in the Agency and the County Government. Give me a week. I promise I will establish good relationships with them, and no one will give you problems. Under your leadership, we will..."

Dong Xuebing laughed and waved his hand. "Alright. Stop it."

Guo Panwei laughed and did not continue.

"Fostering a good relationship with the various departments can wait as things will not change overnight. Take your time."

"... yes." Guo Panwei pulled out the chair for Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing sat down and sip on his tea. "Oh, did Sister-in-law and your kid come over with you? Do you need help with your child's school transfer?"

Guo Panwei felt flattered to hear Dong Xuebing addressing his wife as 'Sister-in-law' and quickly replied. "Thank you for your concern. The second semester had just started, and I am worried his studies will be affected if he has to transfer school. That's why I did not let my wife and kid come here with me."

Dong Xuebing nodded. "Ok. Let me know if you need any help."

"Yes!"

When Guo Panwei was still in Beijing, he does not know about Dong Xuebing's situation in Yan Tai County. But after he arrived yesterday, he heard of Dong Xuebing's glorious past deeds in Yan Tai County. Killing nine armed criminals with his hands cuffed, saving people during a landslide, recovering the stolen artifacts from the Provincial Museum, arresting the relative of a County Party Committee member, challenging seven Tae Kwon Do schools in Korea, etc. Any of these incidents is outstanding and made Guo Panwei speechless. He realized that even after Dong Xuebing was transferred to Yan Tai County, Dong Xuebing is still Dong Xuebing. Everything he does is astonishing and outstanding.

Soon, it's time to start work.

Dong Xuebing assigned some tasks to Guo Panwei for him to inform the various departments.

But after a while, Dong Xuebing received feedback that the tasks he ordered are not proceeding smoothly. It's not the department's not willing to carry out his orders. They don't dare to ignore Dong Xuebing's orders, but the efficiency is too slow. Something minor that can be settled over the phone suddenly needs more than ten minutes. Some departments and staff, who are close to Lui Dafa, even chose to feign ignorance.

Dong Xuebing thought to himself. Fine. I shall see how long you all can last!

Dong Xuebing looked at his watch and closed his eyes to rest. Today, he will let everyone in the Agency know who is in charge here!

...

Deputy Chief Office.

Lui Dafa entered his office with his bag, and Deputy Office Director Dan Enguo followed behind.

"Enguo." Lui Dafa said. "Did that side make any move?"

Dan Enguo knew who Lui Dafa is referring to. He shook his head. "Nothing special. He had assigned some tasks to various departments earlier. But everyone is not willing to cooperate with him because you had spoken to them."

Lui Dafa laughed. "Alright. Go back to work, and report to me if you heard of anything."

"Yes, Sir." Dan Enguo left.

Lui Dafa crossed his legs and smoked a cigarette. He thought about his plan to make things difficult for Dong Xuebing and snubbed his cigarette with a cold smile. He took out some documents from his bag to start work, but three envelopes dropped out of the bag. Lui Dafa has the habit of collecting his mails every morning when he leaves home.

Lui Dafa opened the first envelope and threw it aside. It's a shopping advertisement

Lui Dafa opened the second envelope. It's an invitation to an event. He thought for a while and kept the invitation card in the drawer.

Lui Dafa continued to open the third envelope. He reached inside. Eh?! Photographs?! He is puzzled and looks at the photographs after taking it out from the envelope. His face immediately turns green, and jumps out of his chair. He was so angry until his hands and lips were trembling. The pictures are his wife, Li Hong, and his younger brother, Lui Dacai! These are pictures of them... Lui Dafa's lungs almost exploded!

Liu Dafa grabbed his phone and called Li Hong.

Ring... ring... Li Hong answered. "Hello? What is it? I am still sleeping!"

Lui Dafa roared into the phone. "Li Hong! What the f*k have you done?!"

Li Hong was stunned. "What's wrong with you?! Why are you screaming at me?!"

"You still want to hide about you and Dacai?!"

Li Hong panicked. "What are you talking about? What's wrong with Dacai and me?"

Lui Dafa threw the photographs on the table. "What's wrong?! Ah?! Someone had sent photographs of you two to my office! Everything is shown clearly in the photographs! Li Hong! How can you do such things?! You...! Why have I married a slut like you?!"

"I... I did not do anything... Stop accusing me."

"Wait for me at home! I will show you the photographs!"

A few seconds later, Li Hong broke down. She knew her affair with Lui Dacai was exposed and started crying. "I... I'm sorry."

...

At the same time.

Investment Promotion Agency's Office.

"Director, these are today's mail." A staff member carried a stack of letters in.

It's the Office department's job to receive mails. Luo Haiting nodded. "Go through and sort the mails. Let me know if there are letters from investors or business fairs."

The staff member acknowledged and went out to check the mails.

After a while, the staff member barged into Luo Haiting's office. Her face was all red and held up an envelope. "Director... Director... This... this..."

Luo Haiting frowned. "What's wrong? Why are you panicking?"

The staff member passed the envelope to Luo Haiting. "Look at this!"

Luo Haiting took out some photographs from the envelope, and her face immediately turns red. After a while, her eyes narrowed. She recognized the man in the photos. Lui Dacai, Lui Dafa's younger brother. She had met him several times, and the woman with the lustful expression under him is Lui Dafa's wife, Li Hong! Lui Dafa had brought his wife to some of the Agency's events. Everyone in the Agency knows who she is!

Lui Dafa's younger brother is having an affair with his wife?!

Luo Haiting was shocked and quickly ordered. "Go out first, and don't tell others about this!"

"Yes." The staff member wiped the sweat off her forehead and walks out of the office.

Luo Haiting felt the timing of these photos appearing is too weird. Why are these photos send to Investment Promotion Agency suddenly? Is someone trying to get Lui Dafa in trouble? The first person that comes to Luo Haiting's mind is Dong Xuebing. Is this Chief Dong's work? But... how did he get these pictures? From the photos' angle, it should not be a hidden camera and looks like someone standing there openly to take these pictures. The photos are from multiple angles, and it's like Li Hong, and Lui Dacai had purposely let someone take these photos.

What is going on?!

Luo Haiting is confused, but after calming down, she smiled. She quickly put the photos back into the envelope and went upstairs to Chief Dong's office.

Knock... knock...

"Come in." Dong Xuebing laughed in his heart.

Luo Haiting entered and closed the door behind her. "Chief, our Office Department had just received this mail."

Dong Xuebing pretended to ask. "Isn't that your department's duty to handle the mails? What's wrong?"

Luo Haiting looks at Dong Xuebing's expression and could not say anything. She continued. "It's some sensitive photos, and I don't know how to handle it. I need to seek your advice first. These are photographs of Chief Lui's wife and his younger brother." She passed the envelope to Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing looked at the photos, and his face changed slightly. He threw the photos on his desk angrily. "Who sent these photos!? Go and find out! I want the sender's address! What is this person thinking?! Ah? This is tarnishing our Investment Promotion Agency's reputation!" Dong Xuebing banged his desk. "Get Chief Lui here now!"

Luo Haiting blinked. This is not done by Chief Dong?

Dong Xuebing took a deep breath and asked. "Director Luo, this matter will affect our Agency and Chief Lui's reputation. Not many people have seen these photos, right? Ok... I hope this matter is not spread among the staff, or else, how is Chief Lui going to face others? Do you understand?"

Luo Haiting's heart skipped a beat. "... Chief... I know what to do."

Dong Xuebing nodded. "Alright. Get Chief Lui over here!"

What Dong Xuebing said is not very clear. He used the word 'hope' and understood that if this matter is leaked, so be it.

Luo Haiting knew the grudge between Chief Dong and Chief Lui. With these photos in hand, Chief Dong will surely use it to deal with Lui Dafa. She quickly got Dong Xuebing's hint and left Dong Xuebing's office. Back at her office, she instructed two of her more trusted subordinates. Actually, she doesn't need to do anything, as there is no way to hide the affair between Lui Dafa's wife and his younger brother!

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Chapter 355 – Who is the Person in charge here?!

Morning.

10 am.

Dong Xuebing sat in his office, looking at the photos.

Dong Xuebing had not notice Li Hong's ass was big and round last night.

The office door opened suddenly, and Lui Dafa entered without knocking. Lui Dafa is no longer composed and is burning with rage. The photos were sent to him, and it is obvious someone is threatening and trying to embarrass him. Other than Dong Xuebing, who else will do such a thing? No one can take these photos easily from the angles. Dong Xuebing has the God of Plague, and weird things always happen around him. That's why Lui Dafa is sure this is done by Dong Xuebing!

Dong Xuebing looks up with a straight face. "Old Lui, I can understand your feelings, but can you knock before you enter? This is basic manners."

Lui Dafa kept quiet.

Bam! Dong Xuebing threw the photos on his desk. "What are these photos?! I want you to give me an explanation!"

Lui Dafa's face is red with anger. Before he comes up to Dong Xuebing's office, he had torn the photos into pieces.

Dong Xuebing stared at Lui Dafa and scolded. "Lui Dafa! Are you trying to create problems for me?! Ah?! You are a leader in the Agency and should be setting an example for the rest of the staff. This is the job of a leader! But look at you! Don't tell me you didn't notice your problems at home?! Now, these photos are sent to the Agency! How are you going to carry on with your duties?! You had disgraced the whole Agency! This is tarnishing our Agency's reputation. Do you still have a collective spirit?!"

Lui Dafa finally spoke. "I don't know anything about this!"

Dong Xuebing banged his desk. "Old Lui, I am scolding you for your own good. You better settle this as soon as possible, and don't let this affect the morale of the staff!"

Lui Dafa replied angrily. "I know!"

"It's not that I want to commend on this..." Dong Xuebing continued to add salt to Lui Dafa's wound. "Your wife and brother are too much. But managing your family is also your responsibility. Old Lui, you must not overlook this. From what I know, these photos were only sent to our Agency. If all the County departments received these photos, even I could not handle this. The influence will be too big for me to cover it up."

Lui Dafa's brows twitched, and know Dong Xuebing is threatening him.

Dong Xuebing waved his hand. "Alright. That's all I have to say. Go back to work."

"... I would like to take a few days off work." Lui Dafa is too embarrassed to continue working. On his way to Dong Xuebing's office, he noticed the staff's weird stares as they greeted him. They seemed to be mocking him. His wife is having an affair with his younger brother. Nothing is more disgraceful as this, and Lui Dafa suddenly had the urge to stabbing Li Hong and Lui Dacai to death! Now, taking time off from work is his way of admitting defeat and retreating.

Dong Xuebing nodded. "Ok. I approved it. Take some time to rest and settle your family problems."

Lui Dafa walked out of Dong Xuebing's office. He suddenly felt very tired and don't feel like going against Dong Xuebing anymore.

Dong Xuebing had not to paste these photos along the streets because the impact will be too big on Lui Dafa and himself. Anyone will suspect this is done by him, and Dong Xuebing will leave a bad impression, making everyone stay far from him. Secondly, letting the whole Agency knows about this is enough to reduce Lui Dafa's influence and tarnish his reputation. Dong Xuebing will have something against him. As long as Dong Xuebing has these photos in hand, he can keep Lui Dafa in place. But once these photos were exposed to the whole County, who knows what Lui Dafa will do.

That's why keeping the photos is the best option.

Suppose Lui Dafa carries on to make things difficult for Dong Xuebing. In that case, Dong Xuebing will not mind exposing these photos to the whole County and let everyone know about Lui Dafa's scandal.

Ring... ring... ring... Dong Xuebing's phone rang.

Dong Xuebing saw it was Xie Huilan and answered with a smile. "Mayor Xie, what are your instructions?"

"Is it not convenient to talk?"

"Haha... No, I am afraid you are not convenient."

Xie Huilan laughed. "I heard you used a few photos to deal with Lui Dafa and his wife."

Dong Xuebing was stunned. "How did you receive this information so fast?"

"Although I am not in your Agency, I have been monitoring your side closely. Haha... You had done a good job." Xie Huilan seldom praises Dong Xuebing like this. "I am looking forward to seeing those County Leaders' expression. They had sent Lui Dafa and a few Police Officers to create problems for you, but in less than a day, the Officers were arrested, and Lui Dafa is disgraced by you. I think Lui Dafa will not dare to create any more problems now. This is a good move. You had given Lui Dafa a slap and gave a slap to those who wanted to deal with us. Hahaha..."

Dong Xuebing is overjoyed. "Are you impressed?"

"Very impressed. You are always full of surprises."

After hanging up, Dong Xuebing laughed. He knows Sister Xie is trying to cheer him up. This political struggle might seem to be his win, but it's not good enough to be considered a 'Good job.' Never mind. Who cares if it is a good job or not as long as he had achieved what he wanted!

The whole Agency is behaving weirdly this morning.

Lui Dafa's family scandal had shocked everyone, and their impression of him had changed for the worse.

Pu Yang, Guo Junbao, and the other Offsite Office Directors quickly notice the changes. Office Director Luo Haiting, Deputy Office Director Dan Guoen, and the rest of the Department Heads suddenly realized Lui Dafa is no match for the newly appointed Chief Dong!

In one day, Chief Dong had won before Chief Lui can do anything.

The competition between both only lasted one round, and Chief Lui had lost too fast.

Before lunchtime, Dong Xuebing visited all the offices in the Agency.

"Chief Dong."

"Chief."

The staff quickly greeted Dong Xuebing, but they are still thinking about the photo incident in their hearts.

Dong Xuebing waved to them, asking them to go back to work. Luo Haiting heard the commotion outside of her office and quickly walks out to greet him. "Chief."

Dong Xuebing smiled. "Carry on with your work. I am just walking around."

Luo Haiting replied. "I am approving the reimbursement forms. This year, our Agency's finances are very tight."

Dong Xuebing also knows the Investment Promotion Agency is running low on funds. This is because their past results were too poor, and the County Government will not allocate more funds to the Agency. But the expenses for a department like the Investment Promotion Agency is very high. For example, the staff must dine and interact with prospective investors, transportation, etc. All these activities need money. The reimbursement for the amount below 1,000 RMB will be approved, and anything above 1,000 RMB needs to be verified. This is to prevent the staff from making false claims.

Dong Xuebing said. "Show me the forms."

Luo Haiting paused for a second and passed a stack of receipts to Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing flipped through the receipts, and the majority of them are for meals. "Ok. Our fund allocation is low, and you must verify the claims carefully. Director Luo, from today onwards, all the claims above 500 RMB must have my approval."

Luo Haiting's eyes brighten up. "Yes."

The other staff in the Office were stunned. Claims above 500 RMB must get the approval from Dong Xuebing? This...

After Lui Dafa's incident, this change or policy for staff's reimbursement is Dong Xuebing's second move today. Dong Xuebing continued with his rounds in the office and went to the cafeteria for lunch.

Chief Dong's changes to the reimbursement policy are quickly disseminated to the rest of the departments. Everyone, especially those from the Business departments, was distressed. This means it will be heard for them to get reimbursements in the future.

Now, all the staff had to admit that Chief Dong is calling the shots in the Agency!

After Lui Dafa was embarrassed and left work early, Dong Xuebing's influence had increased. Everyone becomes wary of him, and with his swift and ruthless actions, the Agency will have big changes. The various department heads suddenly realized those rumors about Dong Xuebing being young and inexperienced are all bullshit. With Lui Dafa setting an example, none of them dares to go against Dong Xuebing.

Afternoon.

Dong Xuebing's office door was knocked on non-stop.

"Chief Dong, I am here to update you on my work progress."

"Chief, I need your approval for this document. It is about the honey factory investment..."

"Chief, I will be returning to Beijing's Offsite Office tomorrow, and what are you directions for this year?"

Many leaders went to look for Dong Xuebing in his office using work as an excuse. But all of them were actually pledging their allegiance. Dong Xuebing welcomed them and spoke to them with a smile. Almost all the number one and two men of the various departments had visited Dong Xuebing except for Deputy Chief Sun Shuli.

Dong Xuebing had made three major moves within two days after his appointment.

Now, Dong Xuebing had finally established his authority in the Agency and has it under control!

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Chapter 356 – Mum is dating someone?!

One day...

Two days...

Three days...

One week had passed. Since Dong Xuebing had dealt with Lui Dafa, this old bastard finally quiets down. He returned to work after three days, but he locked himself up in his office most of the time. He did not make things difficult for Dong Xuebing anymore and admitted he had lost all his influence and authority. During these few days, Dong Xuebing familiarized himself with his work in the Agency. He is in charge of the Agency's macro perspective and assigned the work to the various departments. Everything went smoothly.

Saturday.

Dong Xuebing looked at his watch under his blanket and returned to sleep.

Because of the Investment Promotion Agency's work nature, weekends might be busier than weekdays. But Dong Xuebing is the Agency's Chief, and he decided to give himself a break today.

Suddenly, the door of the apartment opened.

After a while, someone pushed Dong Xuebing, who had returned to sleep.

"Xiao Bing, Xiao Bing." It's Dong Xuebing's mother, Luan Xiaoping. "It's almost 9am. Wake up."

Dong Xuebing opened his eyes and yawned. "I am not working today. Let me sleep for a while more. It's been very tiring in the past few days."

Luan Xiaoping looked at her son and wiped the dirt on his eyes before pulling his blanket to cover his feet. "You always don't listen to me. I told you to rest more, and you never listen. Sigh... go back to sleep. I will help you clean up your apartment and prepare breakfast." During Lunar New Year, Dong Xuebing gave his Mum a set of keys to his apartment. Luan Xiaoping was here to help him clean his apartment and wash his clothes. She knows how lazy her son is, and the whole apartment will be in a mess if she doesn't come over in two weeks.

Dong Xuebing closes his eyes and nods. "Thank you, Mum."

"What's there to thank?" Luan Xiaoping stroked her son's hand. "Go back to sleep."

Luan Xiaoping walked out of the room and started doing the household chores.

About an hour later, Dong Xuebing woke up and walked out of his room lazily.

Luan Xiaoping is standing by the windows, hanging the laundry.

Dong Xuebing smiled embarrassedly. "Mum, take a break. I will do the rest."

"You woke up?" Luan Xiaoping turned and smiled. "No need. I am not that old. Hurry up and brush your teeth. Breakfast is ready."

Dong Xuebing blinked and said. "Mum... I just realized that you are getting prettier recently."

Luan Xiaoping gave Dong Xuebing a stare. "Rubbish! How can I be pretty when I am almost 50?" She smiled.

Dong Xuebing continued to look at his mother. "Hehe... I am telling the truth. You had put on makeup?"

Luan Xiaoping blushed and quickly said. "Stop saying nonsense and brush your teeth."

"You had really put on makeup?!" Dong Xuebing becomes curious as his mother seldom dolled up. In the past, it is because they are poor, and his mother had never owned any cosmetics. But after Dong Xuebing becomes rich, his mother also did not buy any new clothes or cosmetics. Maybe she doesn't see the need to dress up, or she is used to it. But today...

Luan Xiaoping quickly turns around and continues to hang the laundry. "If you continue to look at me, I will get angry. Go..."

"What's the special occasion today?" Dong Xuebing continued. "It's not your birthday today... and it's still Lunar New Year. Oh, tomorrow is Yuan Xiao Festival, but you don't need to dress up for that..." Luan Xiaoping cannot stand Dong Xuebing's mumbling and pushes him into the bathroom.

These few months, Dong Xuebing had neglected his mother. Firstly, he is busy with work and promotion and went to South Korea with Yu Meixia for her cosmetic surgery. Secondly, he is used to be taken care of by his mother. He doesn't need to visit his mother at her school's hostel, and Luan Xiaoping will visit him to take care of him. Dong Xuebing thought back to Luan Xiaoping's recent visits previously. His mother used to visit him every weekend and will stay in his apartment from morning to night. But during the past two months, her visits have become less frequent. Something is wrong. Dong Xuebing becomes worried.

During breakfast, Luan Xiaoping helped her son peeled a salted duck egg. "Eat it with the porridge."

"Mum, are you hiding something from me?" Dong Xuebing asked. "I noticed you are strange recently."

Luan Xiaoping blushed. "... no."

Dong Xuebing puts down his chopsticks. "No, you must be hiding something from me. What is it? Tell me."

"... nothing. Stop guessing."

"Just tell me. I have no appetite if you don't tell me."

Luan Xiaoping took a sip of her porridge and softly asked. "Err... then I will ask you something. Your father... your father, had died for many years. I had not forgotten about him, but... All these while, I have never thought about this... but..." Luan Xiaoping stuttered. "Ok... let me put it this way. If I... get you a stepfather, will you... be unhappy?"

Dong Xuebing jumped up. "You are dating someone now?!"

Luan Xiaoping quickly waved her hands. "No... no... This is only a simple question."

"How can this question be asked casually? You must be dating someone now." Dong Xuebing has complicated feelings and asked anxiously. "Who is he? Is he a teacher at your school? How old is he? What is his name?" Dong Xuebing asked. "How can you hide such important things from me? Shouldn't you discuss it with me first? When and how did you start dating him?"

Luan Xiaoping panicked after being questioned. "We are not dating. I am just asking."

"Ah... you are still trying to deny?"

"... then you... answer me first." Luan Xiaoping looks at her son. "Do you think it is not right also? Never mind. Just treat it as I have not mentioned anything."

Dong Xuebing thought to himself. You nearly scared me to death. How can I pretend you never ask? He thought for a while and sighed. "Mum, it's not that I don't agree. Dad had left us for so many years, and it's normal for you to look for another partner. How can I be unhappy about this? I want you to be happy, but I am afraid you are being conned. There are not many good people around now, and you are so kind. What if you are cheated..."

Luan Xiaoping gave Dong Xuebing a stare. "I can see through others better than you!"

Dong Xuebing continued. "No matter what, you must let me meet that old man first."

"What old man? Don't be rude." Luan Xiaoping is mad.

Dong Xuebing suddenly felt jealous.

After breakfast, Luan Xiaoping held Dong Xuebing's hand when they were sitting on the sofa. "I will not hide this from you. At the end of last year, I went to the City with my colleague for shopping, and we saw a young man faking an accident to claim compensation. He tried to cheat an old lady, and I was afraid that the old lady will fall for it and reminded her. But that young man started arguing with me and even rolled up his sleeves to hit me. At that time, a man in his fifties alighted from a car parked along the streets. He gave that young man a stare, and that young man ran off."

Dong Xuebing let out a 'humph' unhappily. "Saving a damsel in distress."

Luan Xiaoping raised her voice. "Do you want to listen or not? If you don't want to hear my story, I will not continue."

"... alright... Carry on..."

"I thanked him and got to know him." Luan Xiaoping was smiling sweetly. "He gave me his mobile number, and I gave him my apartment's phone number. After that, we met up a few times. Oh, sometimes when I go to Feng Zhou City, we will have tea. Old Yang is a nice person, and his family background is quite similar to mine. His wife had passed away a few years ago."

"He is working in the City? What's his name?"

"Yang Zhaode."

Dong Xuebing continued to ask. "Then what is the relationship between both of you now?"

"Nothing." Luan Xiaoping quickly replied. "We are just friends. Friends that can get along well."

Dong Xuebing rolled his eyes. "Save it. We youngsters will look for passion when we date. You all are different. Keeping in touch over the phone and meeting up once in a while to chat is already considered dating." Dong Xuebing knew his mother well. She will never admit she is dating as she is shy, and she should be hiding a lot more details from him. She is already dating this man.

Luan Xiaoping could sense Dong Xuebing is feeling unhappy, and she stroked Dong Xuebing's hand lovingly. "You... if you think this is not right, I will not contact him again."

Dong Xuebing replied. "When did I say I object to this?"

"Then...?"

"You should decide for yourself, but I must meet that man first." Dong Xuebing does not object to his mother dating someone. But he is worried she will be cheated. He needs to know the other party's character first. Although Luan Xiaoping is in her late forties, she is considered quite pretty among her age range after putting some makeup on.

Luan Xiaoping looks at Dong Xuebing. "Old Yang is quite busy with work these few days. Let's have a meal together when he is free."

Dong Xuebing replied. "Ok."

Luan Xiaoping sighed with relief. "Xiao Bing. Thank you."

"Thank me for what?"

"I thought you will object, and... that's why I don't dare to tell you."

Dong Xuebing laughed. "You are my Mum, and I will be happy if you are happy. What's there to object? It's just a stepfather. If Comrade Old Yang has a good character, I will agree. You are alone at your age and should find a partner. I am busy with work, and it's good to have someone to accompany you."

Luan Xiaoping laughed. "What Comrade Old Yang?"

"Hahaha..."

Translator's notes: The older generation in China are still very conservative when it comes to relationship.

Yuan Xiao Festival falls on the 15th day of the First Lunar month.

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Chapter 357 – Five hundred million

Yuanxiao festive is over, and the Lunar New Year has ended.

Monday morning. Investment Promotion Agency's compound.

Today's weather is fine, and one can smell the grass in the breeze.

Dong Xuebing sat in his office, reading the reports on the progress of the tasks he assigned last week. He will frown or nod every now and then. After a while, he lit a cigarette and thought about his plans. He had settled the internal affairs of the Agency and had taken control of it. His next task is to bring in investments to get results. He needed results not only for his promotion or marriage, but he also wants to do something for the people in Yan Tai County. No matter what, he must bring in investments to the County.

Dong Xuebing took a sip of water and was deep in his thoughts.

Guo Panwei saw Dong Xuebing's teacup almost empty and quickly bring the hot flask to top up his cup.

"Panwei." Dong Xuebing looks at Guo Panwei. "You have mingled around in the Agency the past few days. How is the progress of getting investors? Are the staff working hard?"

Guo Panwei felt Chief Dong is testing him. He paused for a second and replied cautiously. "To be honest, everyone is working passionately. After all, they will get commissions for every investment they brought to the County. 1% or 2% commission is not a small amount. I noticed the Business Sections had tried their best to get investments but to no avail. They had treated businessmen to lunch and dinners, but they failed to get their investments in the end. Since Lunar New Year, they had only gotten a few million investments.

Dong Xuebing nodded. "This is all our fault. We had not done a good job."

"But this might also be because of Yan Tai County's geographical position." Guo Panwei added. "Everyone in the Agency is impressed with your plans and proposals. This is not your problem.:

Dong Xuebing laughed. "It is my problem if we cannot get investors."

Guo Panwei replied. "I think it is our people who had not followed your proposals."

"Alright. Stop your flattery." Dong Xuebing laughed. Sometimes Guo Panwei's flattery can cheer Dong Xuebing up. This is also a form of stress-relieving. This is also one of the reasons why Dong Xuebing transferred Guo Panwei over to assist him. Joking occasionally is not bad. "Actually, I have not thought of the Agency to change overnight. It's quite impossible."

Guo Panwei smiled. "With you around, nothing is impossible."

Dong Xuebing laughed and looked at his watch. "The County's meeting should end soon."

"Do you want me to call and ask?"

"No need."

The County Government has a meeting this morning to discuss the various departments' plans. The Investment Promotion Agency's target and development will also be discussed in this meeting. The outcome will be announced before noon. That's why Dong Xuebing is concerned. Last year, the Investment Promotion Agency broke its record by getting 203 million RMB worth of investments. It is way higher than their target of 150 million RMB. This figure is the stated amount on the contracts and not the Investment Promotion Agency's actual amount. This year's target will definitely be higher than the previous year's 150 million RMB. But no one knows how much higher.

Not only Dong Xuebing is concerned about this year's target, many other leaders within the Agency are also waiting for news.

If the County Government set 200 million RMB worth of investments as this year's target, it will be too stressful. Someone will have to bear the responsibility if they cannot achieve the target.

That's why everyone in the Agency is hoping for the target to be lower.

Ring… ring… ring… the phone on the desk rang.

Guo Panwei quickly answered. "Hello, Chief's Office… Oh… yes… Please hang on for a moment."

Guo Panwei passed the phone to Dong Xuebing and whispered. "Mayor Zhao is looking for you."

Dong Xuebing answered. "Mayor Zhao, I'm Dong Xuebing."

Deputy Mayor Zhao Xinglong is in-charge of the Investment Promotion Agency. "Chief Dong, the meeting is over, and your target for this year is out. Can you come over to my office? It is hard to tell you over the phone."

"Alright. I will go over now." After hanging up, Dong Xuebing said to Guo Panwei. "Panwei, let's go to the County Government now."

Guo Panwei is currently Dong Xuebing's secretary cum driver. After they reached downstairs, he opened the rear passenger door for Dong Xuebing and drove towards the County Government. Along the way, Dong Xuebing has a bad premonition. Zhao Xinglong had hinted to Dong Xuebing that this year's target will be slightly higher than the previous years before the meeting. But if the target is only slightly higher, he should tell Dong Xuebing over the phone and not ask Dong Xuebing to go to his office. Something must have happened.

County Government Building.

Deputy Mayor Office.

Knock… knock… Dong Xuebing knocked and entered the office. "Mayor Zhao, this year's target for the Investment Promotion Agency…"

"Don't be anxious. Take a seat." Zhao Xinglong is a straightforward person, but today he did not go into the main topic immediately. Instead, he asked about Dong Xuebing's work and the situation in the Agency.

Dong Xuebing can only answer Zhao Xinglong's questions. He has a bad feeling something is wrong in his heart.

After chatting for a while, Zhao Xinglong said. "Chief Dong, you must be prepared. The Investment Promotion Agency's target is quite high."

Dong Xuebing looked at Zhao Xinglong. "How much?"

Zhao Xinglong replied in a serious tone. "500 million."

"500 million?!" Dong Xuebing drew a deep breath. "This is 350 million more than last year's target! Mayor Zhao, you all cannot do this to us. Our staff had pushed themselves to their limits to achieve 200 million RMB last year and broke our County's historical records. How can our target be increased by so much?! We should not try to run before we can even walk!"

Zhao Xinglong sighed in his heart. He is also under great pressure. "The County Government had not set this target during our discussions before today's meeting. But during the Party Committee meeting this morning, the Committee wants to focus on the economic developments of our County and want our County to be on par with our surrounding cities and counties. That's why this target of 500 million RMB comes about. The County has high hopes on the Investment Promotion Agency, and the Finance Department will be issuing 3 million RMB to support the Agency's work."

Dong Xuebing had a terrible look on his face. "What if we cannot achieve this target?"

Zhao Xinglong replied. "Every individual will be held responsible."

"That means I will be fired?"

"Not really." Zhao Xinglong continued. "I will also be held responsible if the Investment Promotion Agency cannot complete this mission. That's why the Investment Promotion Agency must do a good job as the whole County is watching us."

Xiang Daofa again!

Are you finding trouble with me again?!

But Dong Xuebing knew he is a nobody, and Xiang Daofa is doing this to deal with Xie Huilan. Of course, Xiang Daofa might also be doing this for the County, as he will get some credit if the County's economy improves. But the target of 500 million RMB is too ridiculous. If Dong Xuebing cannot achieve it, Xiang Daofa will use this opportunity to get rid of him.

After leaving Zhao Xinglong's office, Dong Xuebing went upstairs to look for Xie Huilan.

Dong Xuebing did not ask Secretary Hu if Xie Huilan is in her office. He just knocked and entered her office.

Xie Huilan, who is wearing a fitting suit, is on the phone with a smile. She saw Dong Xuebing entering her office and points to the chair in front, asking him to sit. "… Ok… Just do as we discussed… alright. I still have some work to handle now. That's all." After hanging up, Xie Huilan looks at Dong Xuebing and smiles. "Haha… I knew you will come to me to complain about."

Dong Xuebing replied. "What else can I say?! The target is 500 million! Why not give us a target of 5 billion?!"

Xie Huilan laughed. "Don't be mad. Haha… a few days ago, I heard you told everyone that if other counties can achieve it, so can we. Some Counties had successfully attracted more than a billion RMB worth of investments…"

Dong Xuebing is worried someone might hear their conversation and is careful with his words. "Mayor Xie, I was only encouraging the staff… but… never mind. I know nothing will change no matter what I say. The Party Committee had set this target, and nothing will change." Dong Xuebing is still emotional.

Xie Huilan glanced at Dong Xuebing and pushed her teacup forward. "Have some water first."

Dong Xuebing picked up the cup and drank everything.

Xie Huilan laughed. "Actually, I do agree to increase the Investment Promotion Agency's target. Giving the Investment Promotion Agency some pressure, funds, and with the support of the whole County, I don't believe the Agency cannot do a good job, right? But you are just appointed, and I don't want to give you additional pressure. But now, Party Secretary Xiang had set this target for you. Just treat it as the instructions come from me. This year, I also want a huge increase in the County's investments. Your responsibility is great, and you must not bring your emotions into your work."

Dong Xuebing kept quiet for a while and said. "I am not saying that I will give up. Fine… Since you say this, I will also promise you. It is only 500 million! I will bring in 500 million worth of investments into the County even if it cost my life! If I cannot achieve this target, I will give you my resignation letter the next day!"

Xie Huilan looks at Dong Xuebing lovingly. "Haha… I will pretend not to hear your last sentence."

Dong Xuebing is determined to go all out for Yan Tai County, the people here, his marriage, and his career. He had no other choice but to force himself!

It is only 500 million!

Challenge accepted!

Chapter 358 – Go all ou

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Noon.

Investment Promotion Agency.

Dong Xuebing returned to his office with the Agency's new target documents. He frowned and wonders how to tell the various department heads. But after the meeting ended this morning, some of the department heads already gotten wind of the 500 million RMB target. News of the new target had spread throughout the Agency, and the Agency is in an uproar. 500 million RMB is more than three times last year's target. Everyone in the Agency is grumbling and discussing this.

Knock... knock... knock...

A few minutes after Dong Xuebing entered his office, someone knocked on his door.

Business Section Chief Lin Pingping entered angrily. "Chief, I heard that the County had set a 500 million RMB target for us. Are they trying to kill us?!"

Dong Xuebing waved his hand. "Sit down first."

Lin Pingping did not sit and was agitated. "500 million RMB is not an easy task. If the County wants to attract investments, they should do it step by step. How can they increase it by so much?! What is the County Government trying to do? Chief, everyone in the business section is affected. This target is not motivating us, and none of us are motivated to work. If this carries on, we might not even achieve 200 million like last year!"

Dong Xuebing looked at Lin Pingping. If excluding himself, Lin Pingping is the youngest Leader within the Agency. She is quite pretty, in her early twenties, and is not married yet. After working in the Agency for a few days, Dong Xuebing realized Lin Pingping is very capable and is good at reading those investors' hearts. If not, she will also be promoted to be Business Section One team's Chief. Last year, Lin Pingping led her team to achieve 60 million RMB investments.

Lin Pingping saw Dong Xuebing not saying a word. "Chief..."

Dong Xuebing nodded and did not reply to her. He turns to Guo Panwei. "Panwei, get Chief Sun, Chief Lui, and all the department heads to my office for a short meeting."

Guo Panwei acknowledged and run out of the office.

Dong Xuebing said. "Section Chief Lin, have a seat first. We shall talk after everyone is here."

Lin Pingping took a deep breath and sat down on the sofa.

After a while, Business Section Two's Chief Jiang Hailiang was the first to arrive. Jiang Hailiang is also a young leader in his early thirties and is only a few years older than Lin Pingping. Dong Xuebing points to the sofa, signaling him to have a seat. Jiang Hailiang is also looking terrible because of the new target. He looked at Lin Pingping and sat about a meter away from her.

Dong Xuebing knows that although Lin Pingping and Jiang Hailiang are always smiling in front of others, they are not on good terms. Business Section one and Business Section Two are competitors. The Agency had set up two teams is to create competition to motive the staff. Dong Xuebing also found out Business Section Two has gotten better results than Lin Pingping's team. Last year, Business Section Two had gotten more than 10 million worth of investments and is almost double of Business Section One. This is also because Deputy Chief Sun Shuli is close with Jiang Hailiang. Some of the investments brought in by Sun Shuli were given to Jiang Hailiang's team.

About more ten minutes later, Office Director Luo Haiting, Lui Dafa, Sun Shuli arrived.

Sun Shuli was the latest as he was dining with an investor nearby. He rushed over after receiving the call, and Dong Xuebing can smell the alcohol smell on him.

Dong Xuebing glance at Sun Shuli, who arrived ten minutes later than the rest, and knew Sun Shuli is still unhappy with him. But Dong Xuebing will not use the excuse of drinking during working hours to reprimand him, as this is part of their job. "Alright. Everyone is here. I believe all of you know about the latest target set for our Agency. Ok. Let's talk about our 500 million RMB target."

Lui Dafa continued sitting there and showed no interest in expressing his views.

Luo Haiting was the first to speak. "Chief, 500 million is quite high."

Jiang Hailiang added. "This is no longer considered high. This is not practical. Who doesn't want to bring in a few hundred million more of investments to the County? We also want, but it's not that we can get what we wish for. Chief, I had asked my men to write a report on our last year's performance. You can read it. Our results last year is the highest compared to these few years. Increasing the target by several folds is making it too difficult for us."

Sun Shuli added emotionlessly. "Even if the County is supporting us wholeheartedly, we will still not achieve 500 million RMB." Sun Shuli worked in the Agency for many years, and he is the best person to say this. "I am not trying to demoralize everyone and is telling the truth. I saw how our Agency improved over the years, and I believe we can still improve. Yan Tai County will become more attractive to the investors, but it is not practical to achieve this target now."

Jiang Hailiang controlled his anger and added. "Also, pursuing our responsibility for not achieving the target is too much."

Pursuing their responsibility is the main reason why everyone is so angry.

Lin Pingping added. "Chief, can you speak to the higher-ups?"

Dong Xuebing took a sip of tea and said. "I had spoken to the higher-ups this morning at the County Government. This is the order given out by the Party Committee and cannot be changed."

"But 500 million..."

Everyone started complaining.

Dong Xuebing did not say a word and sat there listening to them.

After complaining for several minutes, everyone got tired. Dong Xuebing looked at them and said. "I know all of you are affected. You all can complain to me if you all are unhappy, but this 500 million RMB target had been issued, and no one can change it. That's why I hope everyone here will not still have this expression on your faces after you walk out of my office. You all are department heads, and your emotions will affect your subordinates directly."

Jiang Hailiang added. "But this order..."

"This order must be completed!" Dong Xuebing shouted. "Whoever thinks he or she is not good enough to lead the department to get this 500 million RMB investment, you can write your resignation letter now! I will let someone confident of achieving this target to replace you!"

Luo Haiting, Jiang Hailiang, and the rest were stunned.

Dong Xuebing always has a smile on his face since he was transferred to the Agency. But today, Dong Xuebing returned to his former self when working in the Public Security Bureau. He realized that being friendly and always smiling like Xie Huilan is not suitable for him. He still prefers to be the 'unreasonable and overbearing' Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing looks at Guo Panwei. "Bring the paper and pens over!"

Guo Panwei was also stunned by Dong Xuebing's sudden change and quickly bring a stack of paper and pens over.

Dong Xuebing pointed to the table. "I will give you all five minutes. Those who are not confident of achieving the County Government's target, hand over your resignation letter now. There are a pen and paper here, and I will sign it once you finish writing it. After you had resigned, I can write a report to the higher-ups to transfer you to other departments." Dong Xuebing paused for a second and continued. "But if you all decided not to resign, I will take it as you are confident of achieving this target, and I want you to put in your 120% effort! I will not let anyone that dares to grumble about the target in front of the subordinates, or tried to drag the Agency down, off!"

No one dares to say a word.

Dong Xuebing looked at his watch and closed his eyes to wait for them.

One minute...

Three minutes...

Five minutes...

"Times up!" Dong Xuebing suddenly opens his eyes. "Since no one is writing anything, I will take it as none of you are going to resign."

Lin Pingping gritted her teeth. "Chief, Business Section One will do our best. I will speak to the staff after I return and will motivate them. I promise..." Lin Pingping paused for a second and continued. "I promise we will achieve the target set for our Agency!"

Dong Xuebing narrowed his eyes and nodded. "Good!"

Jiang Hailiang looked at Lin Pingping and frowned in his heart. He added. "Business Section Two will also do our best to achieve this year's target." He did not make any promises like Lin Pingping.

Luo Haiting also represented the Office Department to show her support.

Dong Xuebing nodded. "I am telling all of you that we must achieve this target at all cost. I had promised Mayor Xie that if we cannot bring in 500 million RMB worth of investments by next year, I will submit my resignation letter the next day."

Lin Pingping, Luo Haiting, and the rest were shocked. They thought in their hearts. Is there a need to be so extreme?

Dong Xuebing continued. "I am telling you all this is to let you all know that I am not all talk. I would not use one of you to be the scapegoat if we did not achieve the target. If we cannot achieve this target, everyone, including myself, will be held responsible. That's why this is not the time to think about what we should do if we cannot achieve the target. We should be thinking about how we are going to get 500 million RMB worth of investments!" Dong Xuebing banged the table. "I am sticking to what I said! If other Counties can do it, why can't we do it?! I don't believe the people in our Agency are inferior to others! We will show the County Leaders and other Counties... what our Agency is capable of!"

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Chapter 359 – The excitement is here!

Having more pressure is not enough.

Using the whip will not work.

There must be rewards to motivate everyone.

Dong Xuebing had said enough harsh words and soften his tone. "This year's target is a test for our Agency, and we only got one chance. We must go all out to win this war. Director Luo." Dong Xuebing turns to Luo Haiting. "The County Government had ordered our Finance Department to give us an additional 3 million RMB of funds. Let me know once the money is in."

"Yes." Luo Haiting replied immediately.

The Investment Promotion Agency had been short of funds for too long. Everyone brightens up when they heard the County is giving them additional funds."

Dong Xuebing continued. "Let's discuss how are we going to use this sum of money."

"Chief." Luo Haiting was the first to reply. "Our Agency only has two Jinbei vehicles, an eight-year-old Volkswagen Santana, and a three-year-old Volkswagen Passat, which is also our best car. It's not that we don't have enough cars to use, but they are not presentable. When we go out to meet or fetch investors, the investors will look at our cars first. Most investors will lose interest when they see our Jinbei cars, and this will affect our Agency's image. I suggest we must solve this issue first. We had put up applications to the County about the cars several times but was rejected. Can we use this additional fund to..."

Lin Pingping nodded. "The cars are indeed an issue." Jiang Hailiang added. "That's right. Sometimes, when I meet investors, they would rather take a taxi than enter our Jinbei cars. This had affected us a lot."

Sun Shuli said. "The number of cars is not enough too. We need to queue up to use that Passat when we are meeting some bigger investors. When Business Section One did not return the car in time, Business Section Two has to travel to Business Section One to collect the car. It's a waste of time." Sun Shuli had to add on to this issue as it concerns him a lot. As the Deputy Agency Chief, he did not even have a vehicle assigned to him. If the Passat was used by the Business Section teams, he had to take a taxi to meet investors. This is embarrassing. The Agency had received additional funds, and everyone is looking forward to increasing its vehicle fleet.

After listening to everyone's feedback, Dong Xuebing nodded. "This is really an issue. Alright. Let's buy more cars."

Luo Haiting immediately takes out her notebook. "What type of cars should we get?" Dong Xuebing thought for a while. "Higher tier cars will be good to leave a good impression with the investors, but it will also attract unnecessary gossips. Moreover, we also don't have enough funds to splurge on it. Taking the issue of our car shortages, we should get some mid-range cars. We can afford to spend around 200,000 RMB in one car." Everyone nodded, and Dong Xuebing continued. "Within the mid-range cars, Toyota Camry looks more ordinary and is suitable for business purposes. Let's get two black Toyota Camry for both Business Section Teams." Lin Pingping and Jiang Hailiang smiled. This is like having a personal car, which even the former Chief Meng didn't get this treatment. Of course, these cars are not for their personal use. It has to be shared with their team members when they need to use it to meet investors.

Luo Haiting noted it in her notebook and then look at Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing laughed in his heart. The look in everyone's eyes changed when giving out benefits. "The Office Department can add one more Camry and a Buick MPV. These four cars should cost around one million RMB, and with our Passat and Santana, we should have enough cars for the Agency. Director Luo, you will put up a proposal for these purchases and purchase the vehicles immediately after we receive the fund."

"Yes, Sir." Luo Haiting smiled. Regardless of which car Sun Shuli and Lui Dafa chose, she does not need to ride an electric bicycle to work. In the past, the Passat is Meng Xianglin's personal ride, and he had restricted the use of other vehicles. That's why Luo Haiting and other leaders can only use their vehicles for work purposes. Now, Dong Xuebing had 'generously' purchase cars for all the leaders within the Agency. The Agency no longer has a shortage of cars.

This is a great motivation for everyone.

When everyone is overjoyed, Luo Haiting did not forget about Dong Xuebing. "Chief, you should also be assigned a car."

Dong Xuebing waved his hand. "I have my own car."

Luo Haiting also knows Dong Xuebing owns a car, but the Agency's car and personal car are different.

Dong Xuebing continued. "To assist everyone and to achieve our 500 million targets, let me know if you all encounter any issues. I will do my best to fulfill your requests. The County Government had also promised to assist and support us."

After receiving some benefits, the resistance against this 'impossible mission' was lowered.

Dong Xuebing looks at them. "Everyone has seen my Mercedes MPV parked in our compound. If there is an important event with the investors, let me know. I can lend you all my car. Just come and collect the keys from me."

Jiang Hailiang and the rest smiled. Even when they want to drive Dong Xuebing's Mercedes, they also don't dare to ask.

Dong Xuebing continued. "I am not saying this out of courtesy. Our Agency only has one target, which is 500 million. I will provide all the support you all need. If you all need to use my car, just take it. If you all need the County Government Leaders or me to attend dinners with investors, let me know."

Lin Pingping suddenly asked. "Chief, I might be having dinner with an investor this evening. This investment is very important, but our new cars are not in yet. Can I..."

Dong Xuebing reached for his keys in his pocket and threw it to Lin Pingping. He laughed. "You had been eyeing my car for a long time, right?"

Lin Pingping caught the keys and smiled. "Thank you, Chief. You are right. I had wanted to drive your car a long time ago. Haha..."

Jiang Hailiang looked at Lin Pingping and thought to himself. You really take Chief Dong's words seriously.

Dong Xuebing had guessed right. Everyone in the office had wanted to drive his Mercedes. Even the investors they met might not afford this Mercedes MPV. One would feel proud to drive this car, and it will also help in their work. Using a Mercedes MPV to fetch an investor is different from using a Jinbei car.

Sun Shuli saw Dong Xuebing lending his car to Lin Pingping without questions and starts to think if he should borrow the car when meeting foreign investors.

Everyone in the Agency is also puzzled about Dong Xuebing's car. On Dong Xuebing's first day at the Agency, he drove his Mercedes to work, and many people were shocked. They heard about Dong Xuebing when working in the Public Security Bureau but had never met him. That's why they were shocked when they saw Dong Xuebing driving a luxury car openly. Everyone in the Government Service needs to be mindful of themselves. Even the top leaders will not drive Mercedes to work. Furthermore, it is not assigned by the government!

But no one dares to question Dong Xuebing, and everyone knew this car is not bought with money from unknown sources.

If Dong Xuebing had received bribes, he would not dare to be so open. They also heard the Commission for Discipline Inspection had investigated Dong Xuebing before, and Dong Xuebing was let off without any punishment. This means Dong Xuebing had used money from legal sources to buy this car.

But most people had only noticed Dong Xuebing's Mercedes and did not notice the watch he is wearing.

Lin Pingping was the first the notice it. She kept looking at Dong Xuebing's Patek Philippe watch and thought to herself. She is interested in fashion trends and luxury items like all young people, and noticed Dong Xuebing's watch the first day they met. She loves this watch and knew Chief Dong's watch is more expensive than his Mercedes. Chief Dong owns a two million RMB watch and drives a car worth more than one million RMB. He is very rich.

Luo Haiting recorded all the tasks in her notebook.

Dong Xuebing took out a cigarette, but he kept it when he saw two ladies in his office. He had given some sweeteners to the leaders, and it's time to take care of the Agency's staff. "The cars cost around one million. We will put the remaining two million aside for our outstanding staff. From today onwards, any of our staff, regardless of whichever department they are from, will get an additional bonus aside from the commission given by the County Government."

Lin Pingping and the rest immediately focus on what Dong Xuebing has to say.

Dong Xuebing showed one finger. "If the staff can bring in 10 million worth of investment, the Agency will give out 100,000 RMB as bonuses. If the staff can bring 100 million, the Agency will give out 1 million RMB as bonuses. This is not an empty promise. Panwei, write out a directive and issue it to all departments. As long as I am with the Agency, this bonus will be in force!"

Luo Haiting and Lin Pingping looked at each other in shock.

Even Sun Shuli started taking deep breaths.

Getting a bonus of one million RMB for bringing in a 100 million investment is not only attractive to the staff. Even the leaders are tempted!

Everyone in the room admits that Chief Dong is more daring and resolute than Meng Xianglin. He dares to accept the 500 million RMB target, promised the Mayor he will resign if he fails to hit this target, buying four mid-range cars, giving high bonuses. Meng Xianglin will never dare to give or do any of these things when he was the Agency's Chief!

Suddenly, everyone becomes motivated.

Chapter 360 – The First Investment!

The next morning.

Dong Xuebing remembered he lend his car to Lin Pingping after he went downstairs and had to take a taxi to work.

Dong Xuebing had left for work early today, and it is before 8 am now. There is a traffic jam, and since Dong Xuebing is not in a hurry, he took out a document from his bag and wind down the windows for a smoke. Suddenly, he noticed a familiar figure by the roadside. This is somewhere near Zhong Xing South Road, and other than a supermarket and some apparel stores, there is a kindergarten. The main gate of the kindergarten is open, and parents are bringing their children to school.

Lin Pingping?

Dong Xuebing saw Lin Pingping holding a small boy, around five years old.

Lin Pingping kneels down in front of the little boy and adjusts his clothing. She patted his head. "Liangliang, go to school."

The little boy pouts. "Mum, we have an art competition today. Will you attend?" Lin Pingping kissed the little boy on the forehead. "Be a good boy. I need to work."

"But... but..." Liangliang is unhappy and is pouting.

Lin Pingping smiles. "Ok. I will take one day off work this weekend to bring you to the movies. Be a good boy in school."

Liangliang cheered. "Ok! I want to watch movies!"

"Ok. I will leave for work now." Lin Pingping kissed Liangliang on his cheeks and left.

The traffic in front had cleared, and the taxi driver was about to drive off when Dong Xuebing asked him to wait for a while. A few seconds later, Dong Xuebing saw Lin Pingping standing by the roadside flagging for a taxi. Dong Xuebing waved to her through the windows, asking her to board the taxi. Lin Pingping saw him and look at the kindergarten before walking over.

"Chief." Lin Pingping greeted.

"I happened to pass by and saw you. Come in."

"Ok." Lin Pingping laughed. "Thanks for giving me a ride." Lin Pingping had parked Dong Xuebing's Mercedes MPV at the Investment Promotion Agency last night. She dares not to use his Mercedes for her personal errands.

In the taxi, Dong Xuebing looks at Lin Pingping. "Is that your son earlier? He is cute."

Lin Pingping smiles and nods. "He is too clingy and kept wanting me to bring him out to play. Kids only think of having fun." Dong Xuebing nodded in his heart after seeing Lin Pingping did not avoid this topic. He knew Lin Pingping is single and was not divorced from her personal files. That's why Dong Xuebing is very surprised to know she is a single mom. He had never heard about this in the Agency. Most people will try to hide such matters if they are in the government service, as reputation is very important. But Lin Pingping had admitted that was her son openly to Dong Xuebing, and Dong Xuebing has a good impression of her. If she tried to hide this matter or change the topic, Dong Xuebing would think she is not responsible.

Dong Xuebing did not ask about Lin Pingping's family issues anymore as he is not interested.

Investment Promotion Agency.

"Chief Dong."

"Good morning, Chief Dong."

A few staff members greeted Dong Xuebing politely.

Dong Xuebing laughed. "Good morning, everyone." The mood in the Agency is very different from yesterday afternoon. After the series of announcements made by Dong Xuebing yesterday, all the staff no longer complain about the high target. After all, they will get a bonus on top of their commission to bring investments into the County. This is an opportunity for all the staff. Even if the Business Section teams bring in a total of 10 million worth of investments, each of them will get an average of 20,000 to 30,000 RMB of bonuses. This is equivalent to their six months' salary.

Dong Xuebing is pleased to see the change in attitude. "Section Chief Lin, come to my office later."

Lin Pingping replied. "Ok. I will go over after I place my stuff in the office."

Two minutes after Dong Xuebing entered his office, Lin Pingping knocks and entered. Dong Xuebing asked Guo Panwei to pour a cup of tea and said. "It's good to see everyone so motivated today."

Lin Pingping smiles. "It's all because of the bonus you announced." Dong Xuebing continued. "Being motivated is not enough. Are the staff confident of achieving this target?"

Lin Pingping paused for a second before reply. "To be honest, I spoke to my staff yesterday after. But the target of 500 million RMB is too high, and I can tell everyone is not confident of achieving it. All of them felt this is impossible. Chief, I think what we should do now is to give them a shot to the arm. If we can bring in a 10 million investment proposal this week, the staff will feel this target is impossible. With confidence and motivation, I believe we can achieve the target." Dong Xuebing thought for a while. "10 million RMB investment is not a lot. How much investment has our Agency brought in this year? Who has brought in the investment?"

Lin Pingping replied embarrassedly. "I had not done a good job. Section One still has not brought in any investments. Only Chief Sun had brought in an investment of a few million, and it is parked under Section Two." Lin Pingping sounded unhappy when she mentioned this. Business Section One is also part of the Agency, but Chief Sun has been only Business Section Two all this while. As the Deputy Chief, Sun Shuli is more advantageous when he met investors. With him helping Business Section Two, Business Section One has no chance to win.

Dong Xuebing smiles. "You sounded unhappy."

Lin Pingping paused for a second. "Chief, everyone in Business Section One is unhappy with this and felt the Agency is biased. Why are the investments brought in by the leaders registered under Business Section Two? Section One is also a team in the Agency, how can this..." Lin Pingping knew it is useless to complain to Dong Xuebing. To the Agency Head, he won't care which team is performing better, as it makes no difference to him as long as there are results.

Dong Xuebing laughed. "I can tell you are very unhappy."

"No... I just felt..." Lin Pingping did not continue. "Oh, here are your car keys. Thank you for lending me your car." Dong Xuebing kept the keys and asked. "How was the dinner with the investor?"

Lin Pingping replied in a serious tone. "I was just about to report to you on this matter. The investor's name is Liang Zeyuan, a former farmer. After he becomes rich, he increased the scale of his farms and started to make investments. Our Agency's promotion brochures had mentioned a pork processing plant which Liang Zeyuan is interested. The total investment is around 20 million, and this is a significant amount for us. This amount would be one of the top ten investments if it happened last year. That's why my team and I had been following up on this investment closely these few days. But... it is not looking good." Dong Xuebing asked. "What happened?"

Lin Pingping replied. "Our neighboring County, Da Feng County's Investment Promotion Agency, had also approached Liang Zeyuan. Errr... they are the ones who had approached Liang Zeyuan first, and Liang Zeyuan had come to our County to make a comparison. Da Feng County's economy is better than ours, and their policies given to Liang Zeyuan are similar to ours. That's why the gap is obvious, and I can tell Mr. Liang is more interested in investing in Da Feng County. My team and I had tried our best, but it is not working."

Dong Xuebing tapped on his desk. "What are your considerations?" Lin Pingping is good at reading the investors' minds. "Chief, Mr. Liang's character is straightforward, generous, and loves to make friends. An investor like him will not mind giving up some benefits. What I meant is, investing in Yan Tai County or Da Feng County makes no difference to him. The difference is less than 100,000 RMB, and he doesn't care about it." Dong Xuebing nodded. "You are saying we still stand a chance?"

"Yes."

"20 million is not a small amount, and we must do our best to get this investment."

"I am also thinking of getting this investment, and I hope you can assist us."

"Me?" Dong Xuebing agreed. "Sure. How can I help?" Lin Pingping said. "I tried being friends with Mr. Liang, and it is not working well. That's why I want to use another strategy. I hope Mr. Liang will feel he is more respected in Yan Tai County compared to Da Feng County. I will fix a lunch appointment with Mr. Liang, and if possible, I hope you and a County Government Leader can..."

Dong Xuebing understood what Lin Pingping wants. "Alright. Go and fix the lunch appointment. I will speak to Mayor Zhao." Lin Pingping quickly fixed the appointment with Liang Zeyuan through the phone.

After receiving the news from Lin Pingping, Dong Xuebing called Deputy Mayor Zhao Xinglong. "Hello, Mayor Zhao. We will be meeting an investor for lunch this afternoon and would like to invite you to attend. This investment is for our pork processing plant, and we want to make the investor feel respected in our County. Can you..."

Zhao Xinglong agreed without any hesitations. "No problem. I will do my best to support you all."

Dong Xuebing started reading the pork processing project's proposal by Lin Pingping to prepare himself after hanging up. Although he is the Agency's head, he cannot be unaware of things. This investment is very important to Dong Xuebing. If they can get this investment, they would complete 4% of their target. Secondly, this will also boost the morale of the Agency. Thirdly, Dong Xuebing was newly appointed and needs to show his capability and some results. He wants others to know that other than Police work, he can also bring in investments.

This investment is Dong Xuebing's first project.

He must not fail!

Chapter 361 – Xiao Dong's alcohol tolerance!

Noon. The sun is shining brightly.

The entrance of 'Hai Shen' Seafood restaurant.

Guo Panwei drove the Mercedes MPV into the open-air carpark, and Lin Pingping alighted first. She quickly opened the rear passenger door for Dong Xuebing. A staff member from Business Section One, Zhang Fan, had come along with them. Lin Pingping had brought him along is because he had been working on this investment, and his alcohol tolerance is high. She had heard that Liang Zeyuan loves drinking, and Zhang Fan's job today is to drink with him.

Lin Pingping instructed. "Xiao Zhang, we will be counting on you later."

Zhang Fan smiled embarrassedly. "Section Chief Lin, Mr. Liang's alcohol tolerance is about 1 liter to 1.5 liters. The last time we drank, Mr. Liang made me drink..."

"You are getting scared before we even drink?!" Lin Pingping frowned. "You got the wrong attitude. I want you to go all out today. If we get the contract, I will give you the biggest credit."

"I will do my best." Zhang Fan replied.

Dong Xuebing overheard their conversation. "The investor is very good at drinking?"

Lin Pingping smiled. "I saw Mr. Liang finishing a bottle of Maotai himself with my own eyes. It is about 1.5 liters, and despite drinking one bottle, he still looks fine. I think he can still drink. Mr. Liang also likes people who can drink. We had dinner with him yesterday, and I thought we could reach a deal. But Xiao Zhang can't drink after 500ml, and we couldn't finish the negotiation."

Dong Xuebing was surprised to hear all these. "You all measure one's alcohol tolerance in units of 0.5 liters?! I only measure my drinking by units of 100ml."

Lin Pingping laughed. "Me too. My limit is around 250ml."

"Haha... It's quite a lot." Dong Xuebing can only drink around 200ml at most.

Suddenly, a black Toyota Crown turned into the carpark, and a middle-aged man with a dark complexion alighted. His leather shoes are covered with dust and look like he had just visited a construction site. Lin Pingping whispered to Dong Xuebing, and Dong Xuebing knew this man is Liang Zeyuan. He doesn't look like a billionaire and looks more like a businessman from a small village.

Liang Zeyuan saw Lin Pingping and Zhang Fan and walks over. He laughed as he greeted them. "Chief Lin, Xiao Zhang, sorry to keep you all waiting."

Lin Pingping laughed. "We had just reach also. Mr. Liang, let me introduce you. This is our Investment Promotion Agency's Chief."

Dong Xuebing extended his hand. "Nice to meet you."

Agency Chief?! Mr. Liang is quite a surprise to see the Agency's Chief to be so young. He laughed and shook Dong Xuebing's hand. "Chief Dong, nice to meet you."

After a while, Deputy Mayor Zhao Xinglong arrived, and everyone entered the restaurant after some introductions.

They entered a private room on the second floor. Zhao Xinglong sat in the main seat, followed by Dong Xuebing, Lin Pingping, Guo Panwei, Zhang Fan, Liang Zeyuan, and his driver. On their way into the restaurant, Liang Zeyuan had asked his driver to bring two boxes of Maotai from his car. He must really love drinking, or else, why would he have boxes of Maotai in his car?

All the dishes were served, and most of it is seafood dishes.

Liang Zeyuan did not say anything, and his driver poured everyone a glass of Baijiu.

Dong Xuebing and the Investment Promotion Agency staff are fine, as drinking is part of their job. But the County Government has strict regulations on drinking during office hours. Zhao Xinglong still must return to work after lunch, and Lin Pingping explained to Liang Zeyuan. To everyone's surprise, Zhao Xinglong raised his glass and laughed. "I still have to work in the afternoon. But since Mr. Liang says so, I will drink this glass. I will be reprimanded by Mayor Xie if she smells alcohol on me... Hahaha..." This is his way of supporting Dong Xuebing's work.

Lin Pingping and the rest bottom up.

Guo Panwei also looks like he has high alcohol tolerance like Zhang Fan.

Dong Xuebing is the only one who is getting worried. The glass of Baijiu is around 125ml, and drinking on an empty stomach is making him uncomfortable. He is also worried that he would disgrace himself if he got drunk. Dong Xuebing had to finish his glass of Baijiu in several parts. He felt he had reached his limit after this glass, and he will be drunk if he has to drink one more glass.

Dong Xuebing's alcohol tolerance is too low.

Dong Xuebing can feel a slight headache now. He knew he must attend such lunch and dinners in the future, and if he drinks with the investors, he will get drunk and embarrass himself. But if he doesn't drink, the investors might felt they are not respected. He will be facing investors who love drinking, and he cannot handle it.

This is an issue for Dong Xuebing, and it is a big issue.

They chatted while eating, and Dong Xuebing is thinking about solving his low alcohol tolerance issue.

The lunch started, and everyone did not mention anything about the investment. The important issues are usually discussed at the end of the meal after everyone had eaten and drank. Dong Xuebing has a good impression of Liang Zeyuan. He is a straightforward person and speaks his mind. During the meal, Liang Zeyuan received a phone call from a friend. His friend wants to borrow 1 million RMB from him, and Liang Zeyuan agreed immediately without any questions.

Dong Xuebing nodded in his heart, as he loves to befriend people like Liang Zeyuan.

"Eh?" Liang Zeyuan suddenly looks at Dong Xuebing's wrist. "Chief Dong, your watch..."

Lin Pingping looks over. She knew Liang Zeyuan had seen Chief Dong's Patek Philippe. She is also curious why Dong Xuebing is wearing such an expensive watch.

"Watch?" Dong Xuebing raised his hand and laughed. "Mr. Liang, you also like watches?"

Liang Zeyuan laughed. "I don't know about watches. I am an unrefined person, but I love diamonds. Chief Dong, the diamonds on your watch is worth at least a million, right?" Liang Zeyuan does not know what the brand of Dong Xuebing's watch is, but he knows about diamonds.

Guo Panwei's face changed, and he is worried.

Dong Xuebing thought nothing about it and laughed. "I don't know how much they are worth."

Zhao Xinglong is afraid Liang Zeyuan might misunderstand, and affect his impression of Yan Tai County Government staff. He laughed and said. "Chief Dong is different. He is the richest leader in Yan Tai County." Zhao Xinglong saw Liang Zeyuan, Lin Pingping, and the rest were puzzled and continued. "Chie Dong had won the top prize in the lottery in Beijing." All the leaders in Yan Tai County Government knew about this, but not the staff on the ground.

It suddenly dawned on Lin Pingping. She finally knows what is going on.

Guo Panwei was also surprised, and Zhang Fan's eyes almost pop out.

Dong Xuebing laughed. "Mayor Zhao had exposed me. Hahaha..."

"Oh, I see." Liang Zeyuan immediately becomes interested in Dong Xuebing. Someone who won the top prize of the lottery and becomes an Investment Promotion Agency's Chief should be extraordinary at his age.

After some exchanges, they started to go into the main topic.

Lin Pingping said. "Chief Liang, how do you feel after you visit our County?"

Dong Xuebing and Zhao Xinglong looked at Liang Zeyuan.

Liang Zeyuan finished the Baijiu in his glass and said. "Not bad. I had visited Yan Tai County five to six years ago, and it had changed quite a lot now. The economy here is much better, but I don't like to beat around the bush. I had visited the plot reserved for cold storage, and to be honest, Da Feng County is better."

Zhao Xinglong said. "Mr. Liang, this pork processing plant is very important to the County, and it will be one of our County's core industries in the future."

Liang Zeyuan did not say anything, as Da Feng County's Leaders had said the same thing.

Dong Xuebing added. "You should have seen the subsidies our County is offering you. Not only are we offering tax subsidies, but we will also give you a discount on the land."

Lin Pingping took out a document and showed it to Liang Zeyuan. "This is the quotation I prepared this morning. The land usage is 3 million, construction is 4 million, facilities and equipment are about 10 million, the installation and calibration, transportation, environmental protection facilities, and additional costs will add up to 21 million. We will also be offering tax subsidies, and this is our best off to you."

Liang Zeyuan looks at the document. "Hmm... the land usage fee is not high, and it is within my budget. Da Feng County's fees are slightly higher than your County. Still, their facilities are more comprehensive, and their supply chain is more developed. That is what I am looking for, and I will not lie to you all that I will go back to consider. Comparing both Counties, Da Feng County is more suitable to build a factory.

Rejection.

Lin Pingping and the rest kept quiet. Sigh... we still failed in the end.

Zhang Fan is already tipsy, and he asked. "Mr. Liang, can you reconsider this?"

Liang Zeyuan shook his head and suddenly look at Zhang Fan. He laughed. "Xiao Zhang, you had drunk about 250 ml already?! Not bad. Since young, I have respected people who can drink. My limit is around 1 liter... hahaha... If you can drink more than me and can finish 1.5 liters, I will reconsider my investment in your County." Liang Zeyuan loves to befriend people who can drink, and his buddies are all good drinkers.

Xiao Zhang was stunned when he heard this.

WTF?! 1.5 liters of Baijiu?! I will die from alcohol poisoning! Other than those professional drinkers, how many people can finish 1.5 liters of alcohol?!

Lin Pingping, Zhao Xinglong, and the rest turned and look at Zhang Fan.

Lin Pingping is saying in her eyes. "Go! Xiao Zhang!"

Zhao Xinglong also gave Zhang Fan an encouraging look.

Zhang Fan almost cried. I really cannot drink anymore!

Suddenly, Dong Xuebing asked. "Mr. Liang, are you serious?"

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Chapter 362 – Drinking 1.5 liters of Baijiu!

Noon.

Hai Sheng Restaurant.

"Mr. Liang, are you serious?"

"Of course. I like to befriend straightforward people."

"If we can really finish 1.5 liters of alcohol, the investment..."

"... I will revisit the investment site and reconsider your county."

Dong Xuebing laughed and lit a cigarette. He took a big puff and looks at Liang Zeyuan opposite him. "Mr. Liang, you say you like straightforward people, but what you is not straightforward. Reconsider?! This is meaningless. Everyone knows what 1.5 liters of Baijiu mean. Even a professional drinker cannot finish it, let alone we had drunk so much earlier. Drinking 1.5 liters is impossible. Mr. Liang, I also like to deal with straightforward people. But now..." Lin Pingping knew Chief Dong is trying to spite Liang Zeyuan.

Liang Zeyuan laughed and replied. "Chief Dong, what do you mean?"

Dong Xuebing looked at Liang Zeyuan and said. "If we can finish 1.5 liters of Baijiu, shouldn't you invest in..." Dong Xuebing did not continue.

Liang Zeyuan laughed and banged the table. "Hahaha... Since you put it this way, I will be the one who is not straightforward. Alright. I can afford to lose a few hundred thousand RMB. If you can drink 1.5 liters in one go, I will not consider Da Feng County and invest in Yan Tai County. I will not even revisit the investment site and negotiate the contract in the afternoon. If everything goes smoothly, I can even sign the contract today. Chief Dong, am I being straightforward now?" Dong Xuebing replied loudly. "Yes!"

Guo Panwei laughed. "Mr. Liang's verve is different." Liang Zeyuan is simple and direct, but he is not stupid. He had drunk with Zhang Fan yesterday and knew 500ml is his limit. He can never finish 1.5 liters. Baijiu is not alcohol that one can pinch his nose and pour 1.5 liters down the throat. The other must finish one and a half of the 1-liter bottle of Gui Zhou Maotai, and even Liang Zeyuan cannot do that. Liang Zeyuan can drink 1 liter if he drinks and dines slowly, but if he has to finish it in one go, he can only drink around 500ml. This is why he doesn't think Xiao Zhang cannot finish 1.5 liters.

There are two bottles of 1 liter Maotai on the table, which everyone had drunk earlier.

Liang Zeyuan looks at his driver. "Go to the car and bring two bottles of Maotai over."

"We might not have the 1-liter bottles." The driver replied.

"Then bring three bottles of the 500ml Maotai. Hurry up."

The driver returned with three boxes of unopened Guizhou Maotai and placed it on the table. Zhao Xinglong and Ling Pingping immediately stared at Zhang Fan. Dong Xuebing had tried his best to clinch this deal. If Zhang Fan goes all out, they might get this opportunity.

Lin Pingping encouraged Zhang Fan. "Xiao Zhang, drink!" Dong Xuebing also looks at Zhang Fan. "How is it? Can you do it?"

Zhang Fan had drunk 250 ml earlier, and he cannot even finish a bottle now. This is risking his life. He looks at Lin Pingping and Dong Xuebing. "Chief, I... I really cannot do it."

Lin Pingping knew they are forcing Zhang Fan, but it will be a pity if they give up now.

After a long pause, Lin Pingping said. "Let me try."

Dong Xuebing looks at Lin Pingping. "Can you do it?"

"No... but I will try my best."

Lin Pingping knew this is no longer the issue on whether to drink or not. Chief Dong had bargained with Liang Zeyuan. If they don't even try to finish it, it will tarnish the Agency's reputation. Since Xiao Zhao doesn't dare to drink, Lin Pingping must drink it. She is prepared to blackout halfway when drinking as her alcohol tolerance is much lower than Zhang Fan.

Dong Xuebing saw the expression on Lin Pingping's face and knew she cannot drink anymore. "Forget it."

"Chief..." Lin Pingping replied. "I am willing to try." Dong Xuebing shook his head. There is no point to let her risk her life. Drinking 1.5 liters of Baijiu can kill, and many people die from drinking too much alcohol each year. Dong Xuebing has plans, and after stopping Lin Pingping, he opened the first box of Maotai and took out the bottle. Then, he opened the second box, followed by the third box. After that, he grabbed one bottle and unscrew the cap. He stood up and took a deep breath. "I will drink."

Lin Pingping was stunned. "Chief! You must not do this!"

Guo Panwei was also shocked. He is formerly Dong Xuebing's subordinate and knew Dong Xuebing's alcohol tolerance is not very high. "Chief Dong, no! It is too dangerous." Dong Xuebing waved his hand. "I will be fine."

"Xiao Dong." Zhao Xinglong's face changed. He is worried for Dong Xuebing as he is the Agency's Chief. This is not a joking matter.

Liang Zeyuan got excited when he sees Dong Xuebing is going to drink. "Chief Dong, you hid your talent well." Dong Xuebing laughed. "Mr. Liang, stop faltering me. My alcohol tolerance is ordinary, but I am determined to be your friend today."

Lin Pingping panicked. "Chief!" Zhang Fan is speechless. As a subordinate, it should be his duty to drink on his leader's behalf. But now, his leader is drinking for him.

That is three bottles of Maotai!

Even if it is three bottles of plain water, it's hard to finish it in one go!

Dong Xuebing opened the caps of the three bottles in front of him. Everyone knows Dong Xuebing will no stop and can only look on. Guo Panwei and Lin Pingping had gotten ready to catch Dong Xuebing if he falls. Zhao Xinglong, Liang Zeyuan, and his driver don't think Dong Xuebing can finish all three bottles.

Dong Xuebing also knew he cannot finish the alcohol.

1.5 liters?! Dong Xuebing might faint if he has to drink another glass, let alone 1.5 liters!

But Dong Xuebing has a trick up his sleeve. He had been thinking of this issue when he was eating earlier. As the Agency's Chief, he must drink a lot when meeting investors. What should he do if he is forced to drink over his limit? He immediately got the answer when Liang Zeyuan suggested drinking 1.5 liters. He can trick everyone into believing his alcohol tolerance is limitless.

Dong Xuebing picked up the first bottle of Maotai and wrapped his lips around the bottle.

Gulp... gulp... gulp... Dong Xuebing poured the alcohol into his mouth.

Everyone is looking at Dong Xuebing without blinking. It's frightening to see someone drinking Baijiu like this.

Gulp... gulp... gulp... Dong Xuebing's mouth is reaching its limit and can no longer hold any more alcohol in it.

Ok!

STOP!

Time stopped!

Dong Xuebing can see Liang Zeyuan, Lin Pingping, and the rest frozen, and let go of his hand. The Maotai bottle is floating in mid-air, and Dong Xuebing quickly walks over to a flowerpot in the corner of the private room. He bends over and spits out all the alcohol he was holding in his mouth. The alcohol had maintained its liquid form. It might be similar to Dong Xuebing's clothes, the keys, and the phone in his pocket, where it is not affected by the time stop. But when the Maotai was out of Dong Xuebing's mouth, it immediately froze on top of the flowerpot. Dong Xuebing quickly returned to his original position and held the bottle in mid-air. He adjusted his posture and puffed out his cheeks like before.

STOP!

Swoosh!

Time resumed!

The Maotai floating a few centimeters above the flowerpot fell onto the soil quietly.

Dong Xuebing pretend to swallow the alcohol he was holding in his mouth, but his mouth was empty. When his cheeks are no longer puffed out, he tilted his head backward and continues to fill his mouth with Maotai. After that, Dong Xuebing stopped time again and spit into the flowerpot. He returned to where he was standing and repeated the process again and again.

One mouthful...

Three mouthfuls...

Five mouthfuls...

To everyone else, Dong Xuebing had not stopped drinking for a second and didn't even flinch.

When Dong Xuebing finishes the first bottle, everyone was impressed and worried.

But when Dong Xuebing started drinking the second bottle, no one dare to make a single sound in the private room.

Gulp... gulp... gulp... the only sound in the room is Dong Xuebing swallowing the alcohol.

One bottle...

Two bottles...

Three bottles...

A few minutes later.

Dong Xuebing tilted his head and 'swallowed' the last drop of Maotai. He wiped his mouth with his sleeves and placed the empty bottle back on the table. He had drunk all three bottles, and there is not a single drop left!

Hiss...

The private dining room is quiet!

Zhao Xinglong, Lin Pingping, and the rest were stunned by what they saw. Dong Xuebing had finished all three bottles of Maotai by himself!

Liang Zeyuan grabbed the empty bottles on the table and shook it. All three bottles were empty! He had met people who can drink, but the best drinker he knows can only drink 1.25 liters at most. This person in front of him had finished 1.5 liters of Maotai within minutes... Liang Zeyuan was really stunned to see Dong Xuebing drinking all three bottles in one go. F*k! Is he really a human?!

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Chapter 363 – Got it!

Noon. 1 pm.

The alcohol smell in the private dining room is so strong that one can get drunk just sniffing it.

Dong Xuebing looked at the pot of flowers from the corner of his eyes and pretended to stand unsteadily. He quickly supported himself against the table, and Guo Panwei and Lin Pingping quickly help him up. Zhang Fan quickly pulls Dong Xuebing's chair over for him. Dong Xuebing burped and slurred. "Mr. Liang... I finished... 1.5 liters... right?! Haha... Seems like... *cough... *cough... my body is in a great condition today."

Liang Zeyuan laughed and banged the table. "Good alcohol tolerance! Chief Dong, you can really drink!" Zhao Xinglong was overjoyed when he saw Dong Xuebing really finishing all three bottles.

Lin Pingping and the rest were impressed. What Chief Dong did was too outstanding!

Dong Xuebing continued. "Then... I will represent the Investment Promotion Agency to welcome you to invest in Yan Tai County."

"Hahaha..." After recovering from the shock, Liang Zeyuan is in a great mood and is more interested in Dong Xuebing. "I, Liang Zeyuan, is a man of my words! We will discuss the contract this afternoon. I will sign the contract as long as the offers by Yan Tai County still stands. Hahaha... Chief Dong, you are the best drinker among all the Investment Promotion Agency Officers I met!" Lin Pingping is overjoyed when Liang Zeyuan confirmed the investment deal. "Thank you, Mr. Liang." Liang Zeyuan laughed. "It's all Chief Dong's credit. Hahaha..."

Liang Zeyuan's driver was also stunned by Dong Xuebing. He sat there looking at Dong Xuebing's face in shock.

Zhao Xinglong looks at his watch. "It's 1pm. I still have a meeting in the afternoon." Actually, Zhao Xinglong is worried about Dong Xuebing. Dong Xuebing's stomach is filled with alcohol, and he cannot even stand straight. "Shall we end this lunch now? Xiao Dong had drunk a lot. Xiao Lin, Xiao Guo, bring Chief Dong to the hospital for an IV drip. I don't want anything to happen to him." Liang Zeyuan replied. "Sure. Let's end the lunch now. Chief Dong, let's drink some other time again!" Liang Zeyuan is not an unreasonable person and doesn't want anything to happen to Dong Xuebing. It's 1.5 liters of Maotai. If he was the one drinking it, he should be in an ambulance now.

The lunch ended.

Guo Panwei and Zhang Fan helped Dong Xuebing out of the restaurant slowly.

Lin Pingping went to the cashier to pay for the meal, but Liang Zeyuan grabbed the bill from her.

"Mr. Liang, what are you doing?" Lin Pingping said. "You had brought the liquor. How can we let you settle the bill?"

Liang Zeyuan laughed. "I am in a good mood today. Everything is on me... hahaha..." Lin Pingping smiled and did not say anything.

Carpark outside of the restaurant.

Zhao Xinglong instructed Lin Pingping to bring Dong Xuebing to the hospital immediately. After Liang Zeyuan left with his driver, Zhao Xinglong patted Dong Xuebing's shoulder. The latter was being carried into the Mercedes MPV. "Good job." This investment is Dong Xuebing's credit. Zhao Xinglong finally understood why Mayor Xie picked Dong Xuebing to be the Agency's Chief despite everyone's objections. This Xiao Dong dares to step forward during critical times and put himself at risk by drinking 1.5 liters of Maotai. No one else will dare to do this.

The Mercedes MPV drove off towards the north.

Guo Panwei is driving, and Lin Pingping and Zhang Fan are taking care of Dong Xuebing behind.

Lin Pingping looked at Chief Dong, who is losing consciousness. "Director Guo, can you drive faster?" Guo Panwei is also anxious, but he had drunk earlier and don't dare to drive too fast.

"Chief Dong, you must hold on. We are reaching the hospital." Lin Pingping said.

The moment the Mercedes left the restaurant's carpark, Dong Xuebing opened his eyes and looks around. He sat up, unwind the windows, and lit a cigarette. "Has Mr. Liang left?" Dong Xuebing is no longer swaying and slurring in his speech. He looked very awake and alert.

Lin Pingping and Zhang Fan were stunned.

Dong Xuebing laughed. "Why are you two looking at me like this?" Lin Pingping asked. "You... are you alright?"

"What can happen to me?" Dong Xuebing turned to the stunned Guo Panwei, who was looking at him through the rear-view mirror. "Panwei, return to the Agency. I am not going to the hospital."

Guo Panwei is not sure if Chief Dong is drunk or not, and he hesitated. "Err..."

Dong Xuebing gave him a stare. "Just return to the Agency. Oh, Section Chief Lin, are all the documents ready for Mr. Liang's pork processing plant? Is the contract prepared?" Lin Pingping nodded unconsciously. Dong Xuebing replied. "Good. Go through all the details again and make sure everything is in order before meeting Mr. Liang later today. We must get him to sign the contract before he changes his mind. Try to get everything done by today."

"Yes, Sir."

Lin Pingping, Zhang Fan, and the rest could tell Chief Xiao Dong is not drunk at all. How can someone give out such detailed instructions when drunk? Dong Xuebing's sitting posture and the calm expression shows he is soberer than all of them! Zhang Fan couldn't believe Chief Xiao Dong can remain sober after drinking 1.5 liters of Maotai. Even if it is 1.5 liters of plain water, Dong Xuebing should be feeling bloated. Lin Pingping was also shocked. How can someone have such high alcohol tolerance? Out of the three, Guo Panwei was the least shocked, as Dong Xuebing had created too many miracles in State Security. He will believe, even if someone told him Dong Xuebing can drink 5 liters of Maotai.

Back at the Investment Promotion Agency, everyone immediately starts working.

At about 5 pm, Lin Pingping knocked and entered Dong Xuebing's office.

Dong Xuebing looks at Lin Pingping. "How is it?" Lin Pingping smiled. "It's done! We have gone through the details of the contract in the afternoon, and Mr. Liang signed it. The total investment is 20 million! The first investment will be in next week." Lin Pingping reached into her bag and took out a brown envelope. She passed the envelope to Dong Xuebing. "We had sent the contract to the County Government because the amount is very big. We must show it to Mayor Xie and Mayor Zhao. Here is a copy of the contract."

Dong Xuebing scanned through the contract quickly. "Good. You all had done well."

Lin Pingping smiles. "I don't dare to claim the credit for this. We can get this deal is all because of you."

"Haha... All I did is drink a liter of alcohol. It is all because of the prep work done by your Business Section One, and your understanding of the investor's character." Dong Xuebing continued. "Your team should follow up on this, and you will decide on the amount of bonus for your team members. I will not get involved."

Lin Pingping quickly replied. "No. You should be getting the bigger portion of this project's bonus..." Dong Xuebing laughed and interrupted her. "Your team had done all the prep work and followed this project all the way. This credit belongs to you all, and even if I did contribute to clinching this deal, it is all because of your team's collective effect. Haha... alright. Don't need to say anymore. I will not take any of the bonuses. The commission and bonus I promised should be around 400 to 500 thousand. I will inform Director Luo and let her issue you the money."

Lin Pingping still felt it's wrong. "Chief, you had clinched this deal, and we are getting the bonus... Most of my team are involved in this project, and they will be getting an average of 20 to 30 thousand each. This amount is too high..." Dong Xuebing replied. "Isn't it better to get a high bonus? This will motivate the rest to work harder. Also, your team members will not be getting so much. This time, you got the biggest credit for the project. I will assign 150,000 RMB from the bonus to you, and you will split the remaining. They should be getting 10,000 to 20,000 each." Lin Pingping took a deep breath and wanted to retort.

Dong Xuebing interrupted Lin Pingping. "Section Chief Lin, stop being modest, ok?"

"Errr... Thank you, Chief Dong." Who doesn't want to receive a higher bonus? Lin Pingping is a single mother, and it's not easy for a single woman to raise a child by herself.

Dong Xuebing remembered what Lin Pingping said in the past and laughed. "Is the Agency still biased towards your team?"

Lin Pingping smiled embarrassedly. She felt balanced now. Sun Shuli helped Business Section Two get deals, but Chief Sun had been getting a commission share. Compared to Chief Dong, Chief Dong had helped Section One clinch a deal and even give up his share of the team's bonus. It should be Chief Dong who is biased towards Business Section One.

News of Business Section One team members getting bonuses ranging from 10,000 to 20,000 RMB each, spread before all the staff reported off.

Many people are jealous of Lin Pingping for getting a bonus of 150,000 RMB.

150,000 RMB! This is the two- or three-years annual salary of a staff member!

If it is only the county government's commission, the amount will not be so high. That means the bonus promised by Chief Dong is real!

Suddenly, the staff members from Business Section Two and even some staff members from the Agency's Office start to think of ways to bring in more investments!

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Chapter 364 – Every deal counts!

Next day. Morning.

Investment Promotion Agency.

Ring... ring... ring... Dong Xuebing's office phone rang.

It's Mayor Zhao Xinglong who called. "Chief Dong, how are you feeling?"

"Thank you, Mayor Zhao, for your concern. I am fine." Dong Xuebing knew Zhao Xinglong was referring to the 1.5 liters of Maotai yesterday.

"You ah... Don't do this again in the future. 1.5 liters of hard liquor is no joke. I almost got a heart attack when I saw you finish those three bottles. Haha..." Zhao Xinglong is in a good mood today. "But it is your credit for getting this deal. I had reported this matter to Mayor Xie, and she is very pleased with your performance. We have high hopes for the Investment Promotion Agency. This investment is crucial, and I heard the everyone in the Agency is motivated."

"Thank you for the recognition. I will not let the leaders down."

"Alright. It is all up to you now. Do your best." Zhao Xinglong gave Dong Xuebing some words of encouragement.

After hanging up, Dong Xuebing asked Guo Panwei to call for a meeting with all the department heads in the Agency.

A few minutes later, Sun Shuli, Lui Dafa, Luo Haiting, Lin Pingping, and Jiang Hailiang arrived in Dong Xuebing's office.

Dong Xuebing looks at them. "I think all of you have heard about what happened yesterday. We had signed the contract for the investment in our County's pork processing plant investment. The estimated investment is about 20 million, and the County Government is very concerned about this project. This plant will be our County's core industry, and Mayor Zhao had called earlier to inform us that the County Government and Mayor Xie has high hopes for us."

Luo Haiting immediately clapped.

Clap... clap... clap... Lin Pingping and the rest started clapping.

Dong Xuebing laughed and said. "I would like to praise Lin Pingping and her team for their work in getting this investment. We can get this deal is all because of their efforts."

Lin Pingping smiled embarrassedly.

News of what happened yesterday had spread. Jiang Hailing knew it was Dong Xuebing who had gotten this deal. If Dong Xuebing had not to drink those three bottles of Maotai, this investment would not be happening in Yan Tai County. Jiang Hailiang took a glance at Lin Pingping. He feels sore and jealous, as Lin Pingping will be getting a commission and bonus of 150,000 RMB.

But Dong Xuebing had called for this meeting is not to praise Business Section One. Everyone here is experienced Government staff, and they knew Dong Xuebing had called for this meeting for other motives. Lui Dafa continued to stare at the tabletop in front of him as if all these are not his concern. Luo Haiting took a glance at Sun Shuli. She knows Sun Shuli had been feeling jealous of Dong Xuebing. He felt Dong Xuebing is very young and has doubts about his capabilities. But Dong Xuebing had helped bring in an investment of 20 million, which is much higher than the few millions brought in by Sun Shuli. Dong Xuebing had also praised Business Section One in front of everyone, like putting Sun Shuli in place. Everyone in the meeting knew about Sun Shuli's relationship with Jiang Hailiang, and Sun Shuli had only helped Business Section Two.

Sun Shuli remained emotionless, and no one can tell what he is thinking.

The meeting ended, and everyone left Dong Xuebing's office.

Jiang Hailiang looks at Lin Pingping. "Haha... Section Chief Lin. Congratulations."

Lin Pingping smiles. "I heard your team is negotiating a huge deal now, right? I should be the one congratulating you."

"It's still not confirmed yet." Jiang Hailiang waved and walked faster to catch up with Sun Shuli.

Luo Haiting noticed Sun Shuli did not return to his office. Instead, he went downstairs with Jiang Hailiang. On their way downstairs, he started making calls to the investors. Luo Haiting knew Sun Shuli is still unwilling to submit to Dong Xuebing and wants to prove himself by getting more deals. Chief Dong is supporting Business Section One, and Sun Shuli is supporting Business Section Two. These two men will be using these two departments to compete against each other. As an outsider, Luo Haiting can see more clearly, and she felt this is what Chief Xiao Dong wants. The fiercer the competition between both Business Section teams, the higher the possibility of completing their target of 500 million.

Noon.

After eating lunch at the cafeteria, Dong Xuebing visited the different departments. He is pleased with what he saw. The Investment Promotion Agency is different from one week ago. All the staff members are working hard. The staff from the Business Sections and even the receptionist are highly motivated and excited.

The Agency no longer has any problems after Dong Xuebing made a series of changes. Dong Xuebing's focus will shift from internal affairs to external affairs, attracting investors. As the Agency's head, his result depends on the Agency's result. What Dong Xuebing needs to do is to achieve the target as soon as possible for the County.

With this target in mind, Dong Xuebing cannot stop with the 20 million RMB investment. This is only the first step, and they are far from achieving the target.

Dong Xuebing called Lin Pingping to his office in the afternoon.

"Chief, are you looking for me?" Lin Pingping entered Dong Xuebing's office.

Dong Xuebing asked. "How is the progress of your team? Do you all have any more new deals to follow up?"

Lin Pingping had prepared the documents and passed them to him. "We had been following up on four projects this year. The pork processing plant is one of the four projects, but other than this, the progress for the other projects had been slow. For example, the electric bicycle factory investor had told us he will be setting up his factory in Fen Zhou City. The other investors are the same, and none of them expressed interest in investing in our County. I had planned to sort out our current projects and will give up some of them."

Dong Xuebing took the documents from Lin Pingping and started reading them. "Is it too early to give up on them now?"

Lin Pingping blinked. "But we might not get results if we follow up on them. We might as well use our resources on getting other investors."

Dong Xuebing placed the documents on his desk. "You want to throw a net? I am not saying this method is wrong. But if I am an investor, I will also hesitate before I make any investment. After all, I will be investing my hard-earned money, and I need to be cautious. That's why I think we should do our best for all investors. We must not give up on every investor, and the investor will have the impression that they are treated with respect. Even if they have no intention of investing, we must still do our best to convince them."

Lin Pingping thought for a second and said. "Then I... I will follow up on these projects?"

Dong Xuebing smiles. "I know you disagree with me and felt this is a waste of resources, right?"

"No." Lin Pingping quickly replied.

"I am not sure if my suggestion will work or not, but we must change the way our Agency work. Just treat this as trial and error." Dong Xuebing continued. "If we still use the method as before, do you think we can achieve our 500 million targets? Keep this between both of us. In front of others, I looked like I am confident of achieving the target. But to be honest, I am unsure if we can really do it."

Lin Pingping smiled. By telling her all these means, Chief Dong trusted her, and it warmed her heart.

"So..." Dong Xuebing tapped on the table. "It's time to change our usual practice."

Lin Pingping nodded. "Two out of the remaining three projects will not work, as the investor had signed the contract with other Counties. But we still have some hope for the last project. I will meet the investor personally and try my best to get his investment."

Dong Xuebing nodded. "Alright. Tell me the details of this project. I will also participate in all your team's future deals."

Lin Pingping paused and asked. "You are going to join us in getting deals?!"

Dong Xuebing is amused. "What's wrong? Do you doubt me?"

"No... absolutely not." Lin Pingping replied. "I only think that these deals are only worth a few million and ten million at most. You don't need to..."

"Why is can't I help? I am the Agency's Chief, and I need to set an example for the rest. What's wrong with a deal worth a few million? Is it too little?" Dong Xuebing took a sip of tea and smiled. "I will help even if the investment is worth a few hundred thousand. 500 million is not a small amount, and every investment counts. We must not overlook those small investors."

Lin Pingping replied with a straight face. "Yes, Sir!"

"... tell me about this project."

"This is a processing plant for chicken excrement. It is considered an environmental project and is set to be built near the large scale chicken farms south of our County. When this project is completed, it can process 100 tons of chicken excrement daily and produce 9736 tons of animal feed. The estimated investment of this project is around 10 million."

"This is not a small project."

"Yes."

"Ok. Try to contact that investor in the afternoon, and we will have dinner with him this evening."

"Ok. I will contact him now."

After so many days of being the Agency's Chief, Dong Xuebing finally got used to his position. But sitting in the office the whole day is not his style. That's why he decided to go to the frontlines to get investments. Every single investment counts!

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Chapter 365 – 13!

Afternoon, 3 pm.

A mid-range housing estate in Southern County City.

A silver Mercedes MPV drove past the estate's lush green garden and parked in front of a building.

Dong Xuebing alighted and felt it's not good to bring too many people with him. So, he ordered Guo Panwei to wait in the car while Lin Pingping and he entered the building. The investor they are meeting today is Peng Kenong. Lin Pingping heard Peng Kenong is not going to invest in the chicken excrement processing plant in Yan Tai County and has not time to have lunch when she called him earlier. He will be going to visit other Counties' investment sites at night. Lin Pingping quickly inform Dong Xuebing, and Dong Xuebing knew this afternoon is their last chance. He decided to make an unannounced visit to Peng Kenong at his home. This might be rude, but Dong Xuebing is not willing to give up any opportunities. Lin Pingping can feel Chief Dong's determination and be also motivated.

Dong Xuebing and Lin Pingping walked up to the third floor and pressed the doorbell of unit 301.

Ding Dong... Ding Dong... the door opened.

"Who are you all looking for?" A teenager opens the door.

Lin Pingping smiled and asked. "Xiao Hu, you don't recognize me?"

Xiao Hu looked at Lin Pingping. "You are Sister Lin from the Investment Promotion Agency. Oh, you all are looking for my Dad? He just went out, and I don't know what time he will be back. Come in and wait for him." Xiao Hu opens the door bigger and lets them enter. After Dong Xuebing and Lin Pingping entered the apartment, Xiao Hu ran back to his room. His room's door is open, and Dong Xuebing and Lin Pingping can hear keyboard and mouse clicking sounds. He should be playing some games.

Dong Xuebing is surprised that this kid is not afraid of strangers.

Lin Pingping and Dong Xuebing sat in the living room, and she whispered. "Xiao Hu is Mr. Peng's son, and Mr. Peng is different from Mr. Liang. He is a businessman, and profits come first for him. That's why he is not investing in Yan Tai County despite the fact that he is a local. But Mr. Peng dotes his son and will give in to all his demands. The last time, I heard Xiao Hu telling Mr. Peng that his Mercedes is too old, and his friends at school laughed at him when Mr. Peng sent him to school. The next day, Mr. Peng changed his car to a brand new Mercedes Benz."

Dong Xuebing nodded. "Can we try to get this deal through his son?"

"I thought about this and had tried before." Lin Pingping replied. "I bought some gifts for him, but it is not effective. Other than online games, Xiao Hu is not interested in anything else."

Dong Xuebing thought for a while and said. "Let me try. You stay here."

Lin Pingping doesn't think that they can change Mr. Peng's mind by speaking to him. Yan Tai County's condition is not as good as other Counties, and Lin Pingping wants to see how Chief Dong will persuade Mr. Peng.

Bedroom.

Xiao Hu is bashing his keyboard and focusing on his game. He did not even notice someone is standing behind him.

Dong Xuebing had played online games before and knows how addictive it is. He stood there and look at the screen for a while before asking. "Xiao Hu, what are you doing? Clearing the mobs?"

Xiao Hu turned around and replied. "I am enhancing my equipment."

"Oh? What equipment is it? What level is it now?"

"This is a magician staff, and it is 8 now. I am trying to enhance it to 11."

"You are a magician? What is your magic damage?" Dong Xuebing started chatting with Xiao Hu about the game. They chatted for about 10 minutes.

After a while, Xiao Hu rubbed his palms and mumbled. "I will enhance my staff to 10 today."

Dong Xuebing asked. "Is it very difficult?"

"Of course. My level might be high, but my gear sucks. A 8 staff is no match for other players' 10 and 11 equipment. 11 is almost the limit, and it is impossible to enhance it to 12 and 13. The probability of succeeding is too low. Sometimes, it is even lesser than 20%, and the item might be destroyed." Xiao Hu replied. "I had destroyed an item when I tried to enhance it from 10 to 11 previously. That's why I don't dare to try my luck again. A 10 item is enough for me to show off to my classmates. The highest item rating in our school is only 10."

Dong Xuebing thought for a while and asked. "What is the maximum item level in this game?"

"13. But since this server started, no one has ever upgraded an item to 13."

"Do you have enough materials to enhance it to 13?"

"Yes. I had collected all the materials yesterday, but it is enough to upgrade once. If my item level drops when I upgrade it to 10, I will not have enough materials. Also, if the item is destroyed at 11, it will disappear." Xiao Hu is worried that his magician staff will be destroyed.

Dong Xuebing blinked and asked. "Xiao Hu, do you want to upgrade your staff to 13?

Xiao Hu glanced at Dong Xuebing. "Of course. But this depends on luck. You cannot even get it with money."

Dong Xuebing laughed. "Alright. If I can upgrade your magician's staff to 13, what will I get in return?"

"Ah?" Xiao Hu jumps up. "Really? If you can enhance my staff to 13, I will do whatever you say."

Dong Xuebing snapped his fingers. "Haha... it's a deal."

Xiao Hu looks at Dong Xuebing suspiciously. "But what if the item gets destroyed? How are you going to enhance it?"

"It will not get destroyed. I have my ways, but I cannot let you know. Haha... Come... tell me which are the materials for enhancement?"

"... are you sure you can do it?"

"No problem. Just leave it to me."

Xiao Hu is worried about his equipment and materials. He asked Dong Xuebing several times before moving his character to the blacksmith. He pointed to the screen and taught Dong Xuebing what to do. "Brother, let's not do it. This game does not have any bugs. The item might get destroyed.

"Just watch. Do you think I am lying?"

Xiao Hu nodded and looked at the monitor anxiously.

Dong Xuebing took a deep breath and sat on the chair. He grabbed the mouse and started to place the staff and materials into slots before clicking on the enhance button.

Ding... 9.

Dong Xuebing smiles and continued.

Ding... 10.

Xiao Hu clenched his fist and is shaking. The probability of succeeding is very low now. It is almost impossible for the item to get to 12, let alone 13.

Dong Xuebing looked at the screen and continued to upgrade the staff.

Ding... enhancement failed. Staff's level drops to 0!

Dong Xuebing frowned and mumbled in his heart. BACK 3 seconds!

...

Time returned to 3 seconds ago!

The magician's staff returned to 10. This time, Dong Xuebing did not upgrade the staff immediately. He moved the character around for around 15 seconds before trying again. Ding... 11!

Xiao Hu's eyes widen. "It's 11 now!"

Dong Xuebing laughed. "Alright. Suppose I can really upgrade it to 13. In that case, you must help our Investment Promotion Agency persuade your father to invest in Yan Tai County. Is it a deal?"

"Deal! My father will listen to me! This is not a problem." Xiao Hu shouted excitedly. "Brother! Hurry up!"

"Haha..."

...

Living room.

The main door opens, and Peng Kenong returned.

Lin Pingping smiled and stood up. "Mr. Peng, sorry for bothering you by coming unannounced."

Peng Kenong was surprised and replied. "Section Chief Lin. Didn't I make it clear over the phone? Although I do want to help Yan Tai County, I am a businessman. The chicken excrement processing plant project is not bad, but the risks are quite high. Compared to another project in the neighboring County, their project is better. I will be visiting that County to discuss this investment. I'm sorry, Section Chief Lin."

Suddenly, the bedroom door open.

Dong Xuebing walks out of the room with a smile. "You are Mr. Peng, right?"

Lin Pingping said. "This is our Investment Promotion Agency's Chief, Chief Dong."

"Oh, Chief Dong." Peng Kenong smiled and extended his hand for a handshake. "Nice to meet you. I had heard a lot about you. Haha." As a local in Yan Tai County, he had heard about the 'God of Plague.' "I did not expect you to visit personally. If I knew you are coming, I would postpone my appointment his evening."

"Thank you, Mr. Peng." Dong Xuebing replied.

After exchanging some pleasantries, Mr. Peng invited them to the sofa.

Lin Pingping looks at Dong Xuebing and turned to Peng Kenong. "Mr. Peng, we hope..."

Peng Kenong interrupted. "I know why you two are visiting me. To be honest, I am interested in a better project. Sorry."

Lin Pingping had expected this reply and can only smile.

Suddenly, Xiao Hu ran out of his room. "Dad! You are back!"

Peng Kenong smiled lovingly. "Yes. Why didn't you serve tea to our guests?"

Xiao Hu asked. "Dad, are you all talking about the investment?"

"Yes. Why are you asking?"

"I think you should invest in Yan Tai County."

"Huh?" Peng Kenong and Lin Pingping were surprised.

Xiao Hu hugged Peng Kenong. "Dad, can't you give me an answer now?"

Peng Kenong looked at his son. "Why are you interfering in your Dad's business?"

Xiao Hu pouted. "If you invest in another County, you will need to be there most of the time. Who is going to look after me? I will miss you. Why are you skipping Yan Tai County and investing in some places so far away? Dad just invests in our Yan Tai County."

Peng Kenong laughed and scolded. "Stop creating problems here."

Xiao Hu continued. "I don't care. It is a deal. If you don't give in to me, I will tell Mom!"

"You brat." Peng Kenong knocked Xiao Hu's head lightly.

Dong Xuebing said. "Mr. Peng, I hope you can reconsider this investment. We shall not bother you anymore."

Peng Kenong wanted to tell Dong Xuebing that he will not consider it, but when he saw his son looking at him, he shook his head. "Alright. I will reconsider this project in Yan Tai County."

Xiao Hu winked at Dong Xuebing secretly.

Dong Xuebing smiled and left the apartment with Lin Pingping.

On the first floor, Lin Pingping said. "Chief, what did you tell Xiao Hu? I gave him lots of gifts previously, but he did not even help us." She doesn't understand why Chief Dong can build a rapport with Xiao Hu so fact.

Dong Xuebing replied. "We played an online game for a while and become friends."

Lin Pingping doesn't believe Dong Xuebing.

"I can tell Mr. Peng is reconsidering his investment. Monitor this closely these two days. We must get his 10 million RMB investment."

"Yes, Sir."

Chapter 366 – County Party Committee Ball!

Thursday. Morning.

Ring... ring... ring...

Dong Xuebing, who was brushing his teeth, answered his phone. Deputy Mayor Zhao Xinglong had called.

"Xiao Dong, are you aware that the County Party Committee Ball is starting tonight?" Zhao Xinglong asked.

Dong Xuebing threw his toothbrush into the sink. "Ball? I don't know anything about this, as I had been out of the office to get investments these few days."

"This ball is a monthly event suggested by Party Secretary Xiang. This is to provide some recreational activities and increase the interaction between leaders." Zhao Xinglong knew Dong Xuebing had only come to Yan Tai County for a year, and he explained. "The former Party Secretary Chang had stopped this monthly event, and Party Secretary Xiang suggested to restart this event this year. Tonight is the first ball, and Party Secretary Xiang, Mayor Xie, and all other leaders will be attending. If you are not busy, represent the Investment Promotion Agency to attend and know other leaders. This will help you with your work."

Dong Xuebing smiled. "Mayor Zhao, I don't know how to dance."

"Haha... you don't need to dance if you can't dance."

Dong Xuebing thought to himself. It's not as easy as you think. What if someone invites me to dance but was rejected? It will offend the other party. After hanging up, Dong Xuebing dressed up and left for work. Is Xiang Daofa too free? The County Lunar New Year celebrations, this ball is not important at all. He should be spending his time on his work.

8.30 am.

Dong Xuebing saw Lin Pingping at the entrance of the Investment Promotion Agency.

On their way in, Dong Xuebing asked Lin Pingping about the Chicken Excrement processing plant project's progress.

Lin Pingping smiled and said. "It is going on smoothly. After we left Mr. Peng's house, I called him in the evening. Mr. Peng had canceled his trip to the neighboring county. Xiao Hu must have helped us a lot. I spoke to Mr. Peng for a while and noticed he is not as firm as before. He even asked me to bring him to the Excrement processing plant's site for a visit again. I can tell he will be investing in this project."

Dong Xuebing smiled and nodded. "Great. You must follow up closely with him."

"Yes." Lin Pingping still doesn't understand why Xiao Hu become so close with Dong Xuebing suddenly.

"Oh, Sister Lin." There are no one around, and Dong Xuebing addressed Lin Pingping casually.

Lin Pingping heard it and quickly said. "Just call me Xiao Lin will do."

"It's not working hours yet." Dong Xuebing respects the ones who respected him. During work hours, he will address others normally. But privately, he will address them casually. For example, he will address Lin Pingping as Sister Lin, Luo Haiting as Sister Luo. This will bring them closer. After all, Lin Pingping is a few years older than him. "... do you know how to dance?"

Lin Pingping hesitated and replied. "I know a little. What about you?"

Dong Xuebing replied. "There is a ball this evening at the County Party Committee's hostel. Can you represent our agency to attend?"

Lin Pingping replied apologetically. "I promised my son to bring him to the movies tonight and had bought the tickets. Err..." Lin Pingping knew her rank is not high and don't dare to represent the agency.

Dong Xuebing smiles. "It's alright. Accompanying your son is more important.

Luo Haiting passed by them on her electric bike. She had just arrived and is parking her bike.

Lin Pingping blinked. "Chief, Director Luo is good at ballroom dancing."

"Really?" Dong Xuebing was surprised.

Back in his office, Dong Xuebing lit a cigarette and thought about all the agency leaders. He realized that he only knows them on the surface. For example, his impression of Lin Pingping is a pretty and capable woman. But who knows that she is a single mom with a four years old son. Also, he thought Luo Haiting, who is about his mother's age, will be mature and conservative. But as he got to know her more, he realized that Luo Haiting has no motivation at all. She delegates most of her duties to her staff. Other than the tasks assigned by Dong Xuebing, she basically doesn't care about other things. She also likes to doll up, and Dong Xuebing's first impression of her is just a pretense.

Dong Xuebing thought back to the first few days he arrived. He had also put on a false front then.

Noon.

Cafeteria.

Dong Xuebing got his food and sat by the window. He saw Luo Haiting and called her. "Director Luo."

Luo Haiting saw Dong Xuebing and carried her food over to his table. She is dolled up today. Her hair is tied up, and she is wearing a long dress with an embroidered knitted sweater. She also put on makeup, covering most of her freckles, and the bright red lipstick made her look more matured and seductive. She looks several years younger.

Dong Xuebing thought to himself. Why are you dressing up more and more attractively every day?

Dong Xuebing felt weird, but the rest of the leaders and staff members were used to it. In fact, they felt weird when Luo Haiting was dressed up in ladies' suits and office wear during Dong Xuebing's first few days. All of them are used to Director Luo dressing up attractively. After getting to know Chief Dong and knew he is easy-going, she started to show her true colors.

Luo Haiting smiled. "Chief, are you looking for me?"

It was still the same smile, but with Luo Haiting's dressing and makeup, she looks more seductive.

Dong Xuebing smiled. "Sister Luo, I heard you are good at ballroom dancing."

"... I can dance a bit." Luo Haiting replied.

"The Party Committee Ball will be starting tonight, and the first ball this year is different. We can don't attend the other monthly ball, but someone must attend the ball tonight. I hope you can attend it on behalf of the agency."

Luo Haiting's eyes sparkled. "You are asking me to be your dance partner?"

Huh? I did not mention this.

Dong Xuebing replied. "I will not be attending as I don't know how to dance. You will represent our agency to attend."

"... alright." Luo Haiting loves to participate in these activities.

"Can your husband dance? You can bring him along."

Luo Haiting replied firmly. "No need. He doesn't know how to dance." She sounded angry when Dong Xuebing mentioned her husband.

"Oh..." Dong Xuebing suddenly thought about Xie Huilan. If Sister Xie is attending the ball, she might be dancing with someone else. Dong Xuebing's eyes twitched. "I might be attending if I finish my work." He had thought that he might embarrass himself as he doesn't know how to dance and forget about Sister Xie. He is possessive of his future wife and will not allow other men to dance with her.

After chatting for a while more, both started eating their lunch.

Luo Haiting is not in a good mood today, but she forced herself to smile in front of Dong Xuebing.

Luo Haiting is a woman and is not passionate about getting more power at work. She had approached Dong Xuebing and supported his work is just to keep her position. Her desire to climb up the ranks is not strong. All this while, she had been lazing around at work and is contented with her life now. But this morning, she argued with her husband. Her husband had heard rumors that Chief Dong likes mature women, and when he saw Luo Haiting putting on makeup, he got jealous. He suspected her of having an affair with Chief Dong and ignored her explanations. Thus, they had a huge fight.

Everyone in the agency knew Luo Haiting and her husband are very loving. They can be considered the model couple. But even model couples will fight, and Luo Haiting and her husband are not as loving as other thought.

This fight had made Luo Haiting very disappointed. Dong Xuebing is in his twenties, and how is it possible that he will be attracted to a forty-year-old woman, let alone to have an affair? Although Luo Haiting had misunderstood Dong Xuebing at the hotel, she doesn't want to hear it from her husband. She felt there is no trust in her marriage.

Luo Haiting hides her emotions well, and Dong Xuebing did not notice it.

After office hours.

Luo Haiting collected her emotions and went to Dong Xuebing's office to ask if he will be attending the ball.

Dong Xuebing thought for a while and asked Luo Haiting to go to the ball first.

Suddenly, Luo Haiting's handphone rang. She looked at the number, and it was from her husband. She knew he must be rushing her to return home to stop her from mixing with other men after work. When she thought about this, she got mad and hung up without answering. You are suspecting me of having an affair outside?! I will not tell you that I will be attending the ball. Go ahead and suspect me! She looked at Dong Xuebing subconsciously.

Dong Xuebing could tell something was wrong. "Sister Luo, do you need to rush home?"

Luo Haiting quickly kept her phone. "It's fine. My child is asking me if I am going home for dinner. I will call him later. Err... Chief, I will go to the ball now."

Dong Xuebing nodded. "Ok."

Luo Haiting turned and walks out of Dong Xuebing's office. Her long beige dress swayed to her hips as she walks.

Dong Xuebing's eyes were drawn to her voluptuous butt, and he quickly looks away. He thought of Xie Huilan and could not sit still. He rushed to the cafeteria to have dinner and drove to the ball. Even if he doesn't know how to dance, he must also prevent other men from dancing with Xie Huilan.

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Chapter 367 – First dance with Xie Huilan!

Evening. 7 pm.

County Party Committee Hostel.

Soft music can be heard from outside of the ballroom. Dong Xuebing had arrived slightly later and doesn't know if it is ballroom dance music. He is anxious when he thought about Xie Huilan and quickly walks up to the entrance.

"Has the ball started?" Dong Xuebing looks at the staff standing outside.

The staff recognizes Dong Xuebing. "Yes. Party Secretary Xiang had just finished the first dance."

Dong Xuebing pushed the door open and entered the ballroom.

The ballroom is dim, and the lighting is not those disco lightings. It is soft and creates a relaxing ambiance. Rows of soft sofas were placed around the dance floor, and many leaders were sitting there holding a glass of red wine, looking at the people dancing. Liang Chengpeng and Zhao Xinglong were sitting there, and they should not know how to dance. Dong Xuebing looks at the dance floor, and many people are in pairs dancing. Most of the leaders do not know ballroom dancing, and their movements are clumsy and awkward. But their partners are all good dancers as most of them are from the County' Art Troupe. Where is Sister Xie?

Is she dancing with someone?

Dong Xuebing is anxious. He had not danced with Xie Huilan before. How can another man dance with her?

"Isn't this Chief Dong?" A middle-aged man suddenly turned towards Dong Xuebing. "I didn't see you during the opening dance. Did you just arrive?"

Dong Xuebing turned and smiles. "Chief Ding... I was caught in the traffic."

Ding Li laughed and looks away. He does not have any intentions to chat with Dong Xuebing.

Dong Xuebing had heard of Ding Li before. He is the Chief of the Finance department. There are rumors about him harassing female staff members, especially the pretty and younger ones. He is holding the same rank as Dong Xuebing, but his role is more important than Dong Xuebing. Dong Xuebing had met him before, but they had never chatted much. At most, it was only a friendly greeting. Although Ding Li is the head of a County Government's department, he is very close with Xiang Daofa. Dong Xuebing does not want to have anything to do with him.

After greeting Chief Liang, Mayor Zhao, and some other leaders, Dong Xuebing continued to look around for Xie Huilan.

Eh?! Sister Xie is sitting there and is not dancing.

Dong Xuebing finally found Xie Huilan in the dim ballroom. She is sitting on the sofa with a glass of red wine. On her left is her secretary Hu Silian, and Xiang Daofa and Publicity Department Chief Tong Bing are sitting several meters away on her right. Seems like they are the only few top leaders at the ball, and the rest did not come. Dong Xuebing is assured as no one had invited Xie Huilan for a dance. Xie Huilan is the Mayor, and not many people will dare to invite her. It would be embarrassing for the leaders if they were rejected by Xie Huilan.

Dong Xuebing relaxed and thought he should not have come. He found an empty seat and sat down to light a cigarette.

Dong Xuebing can see Sister Luo dancing with a young leader from the Industry and Commerce Bureau on the dancefloor from where he was sitting.

Luo Haiting's movements are graceful, and seems to be good at dancing. She should have participated in such activities often.

Dong Xuebing tried to learn how to dance by watching them and hope he can pick up some moves before inviting Xie Huilan to dance. He noticed some people in their forties on the dancefloor. They don't seem to be there to dance. One of them, whom Dong Xuebing does not know, is touching and caressing his partner's arm. Ding Li is also one of them. His arms are around his partner's waist, and pressed his body against her while chatting.

Dong Xuebing is used to be suspicious of others and shook his head. He felt this ball had become a disgrace.

Two minutes later, the music ended and is replaced by music with a faster rhythm.

A few people walk off the dancefloor, and some leaders went around to invite people to dance with them.

Luo Haiting walks off the dancefloor and saw Dong Xuebing. She smiled and walked up to him slowly. "Chief, what time did you reach?" She has beads of perspiration on her forehead.

Dong Xuebing smiled. "Sister Luo, you are good at dancing. Can you teach me some other time?"

Luo Haiting likes to be praised, and she smiled. "I..." When Luo Haiting was about to reply, someone approached her.

"Director Luo, can I dance with you?" A leader in his thirties smiled and extended his hand.

Luo Haiting took out a handkerchief to wipe her sweat before reach out for that man's hand. She apologized to Dong Xuebing and returned to the dancefloor.

Dong Xuebing smiles as he saw Sister Luo is so popular among the male leaders. But this is not a surprise as she is not bad looking and can dance well. Although she is older, compared to other female government leaders, she stood out a lot. Sigh... look at others and look at me. Dong Xuebing felt disappointed as no one had invited him. He was still thinking of rejecting others earlier, and he can save all the trouble now.

Just when Dong Xuebing was daydreaming, he saw some moments from the corner of his eyes.

Ding Li had walked up to Xie Huilan and extended his hand. "Mayor Xie, would you like to dance with me?"

Everyone at the ball has been watching Xie Huilan from the start. In all balls, the pretty women will always get the attention, let alone Xie Huilan is the Mayor. People are watching if she can dance or not, or who she will dance her first dance with. No one knows what Xie Huilan is thinking and doesn't dare to make any moves. At least twenty government leaders want to dance with her to get closer to her and hopefully leave a good impression. Also, who doesn't want to dance with a beautiful lady like Xie Huilan?

Ding Li had made the first move, and many people turned to look at Xie Huilan.

Xiang Daofa and Chen Tongbing were also looking over with interest. Zhao Xinglong and Liang Chengpeng also turned their attention to Ding Li and Xie Huilan.

Dong Xuebing is mad. He does not have a good impression of Ding Li. The latter had taken advantage of the dancer from the County's Art Troupe on the dancefloor earlier. What now?! You are targeting my Sister Xie?! If you are from the Sister Xie faction, it's fine. But you are with Xiang Daofa, and you still dare to invite my Sister Xie to dance?! Shameless! But Dong Xuebing also knows that dancing has got nothing to do with the different factions. Xie Huilan is dressed in black suit pants and a wool jacket. She is wearing high heels and should be wearing them for the ball. If not, she will not be wearing heels.

Xie Huilan looked at Ding Li with a smile and placed her wine glass on the table gracefully.

Xie Huilan stood up slowly and looks like she is going to accept Ding Li's invitation.

Dong Xuebing panics when he saw this. He has no time to care if he will offend others or not. He must not let Ding Li touch Xie Huilan's hand. He quickly rushed forward and extended his hand like Ding Li. "Mayor Xie, would you dance with me?" Dong Xuebing knows nothing about dancing, but he was forced to do this.

What Dong Xuebing did had shocked everyone.

Ding Li's face changed, and he almost cursed out loud.

Hu Silian almost burst out laughing. She felt Dong Xuebing is too much.

Dong Xuebing also knew what he did is not right. He had not invited Xie Huilan earlier, and when Ding Li made his move, Dong Xuebing rushes forward and even used the same posture as Ding Li. This is like slapping Ding Li in his face. Liang Chengpeng, who was sitting some distance away, laughed. "This Xiao Dong can really create trouble!" Zhao Xinglong also laughed. He also does not have a good impression of Ding Li.

Luo Haiting, who was dancing on the dancefloor, looked at Dong Xuebing in shock. What is Chief Dong doing? She had heard Chief Dong is good at offending others. Since he was transferred to Yan Tai County in the past year, he had offended the former Party Secretary, the current Party Secretary, Publicity Department Chief, etc. Today, Luo Haiting finally saw Chief Dong, also known as the God of Plagues, in action. The rumors about Dong Xuebing are all true.

Everyone at the ball looked over to see how Mayor Xie is going to handle both dance invitations. Under normal circumstances, she should be accepting the first invitation.

But Xie Huilan's reply shocked everyone. She smiles and looks at Dong Xuebing before turning to Ding Li. "Chief Ding, Xiao Dong had asked me to be his dance partner for my first dance yesterday when he called me to report about his work progress. Haha... I had almost forgotten about this. Sorry." Xie Huilan had accepted Dong Xuebing's invitation, but some of the leaders were no surprised.

"It's alright." Ding Li smiled embarrassedly.

Chen Tongbing frowned and looked at Dong Xuebing.

Luo Haiting is impressed with Chief Dong's skills of offending people.

Dong Xuebing had gotten used to being a controversial figure and does not think much of it. All he can see is Xie Huilan. Xie Huilan stepped forward and placed her hand lightly onto Dong Xuebing's hand.

Dong Xuebing grabbed Xie Huilan's hand lightly. "Thank you, Mayor Xie."

"Haha..." Xie Huilan smiled. "My pleasure."

Many people were jealous of Dong Xuebing as they look at Dong Xuebing walking to the dancefloor with Xie Huilan. But they know they can only be jealous and envious of Dong Xuebing. After all, Dong Xuebing was the one who defused the time-bomb on Xie Huilan. If you dare to risk your life to defuse the bomb, Mayor Xie will also dance with you.

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