Jiang Mingqing had shown up.

That meant Chen Fang's way of dealing with things had already tempted some people into action.

Looking at it that way, this dinner had become necessary.

It was also a good opportunity to figure out who was plotting behind the scenes, manipulating events, and more importantly, in the Jia Family's affairs, Chen Fang still needed to bring more people into the game.

Since the political situation in Guyang City had been like a still well in front of him, why not throw a stone in? He wanted to see where ripples would occur.

Thinking of this,

he smiled slightly and said, "If Director Jiang is treating, how could I, Chen Fang, not show up? Just give me the time and place, and I will definitely be there on time."

This reply.

Jiang Mingqing should be very satisfied.

He pulled a small card from his pocket and pushed it across to Chen Fang, saying, "Tonight at six, Weibi Ju, Tian number private room."

After that,

he stood up.

He said, "Then Director Jiang won't disturb Minister Chen's work any longer."

Chen Fang suddenly stood up.

He said, "Director Jiang, let me walk you out."

"No need, no need, Minister Chen, you're busy with your work."

On hearing that Chen Fang wanted to accompany him,

Jiang Mingqing hurriedly declined.

However, since Chen Fang was determined to see him out, Jiang Mingqing had no choice but to accept, feeling it was quite an honor that the Organizational Minister would personally escort him.

The two of them, both yielding to the other, walked out of the City Committee building.

Chen Fang escorted him all the way to the door, and after repeatedly insisting on politeness, he finally turned and left.

A short while later,

a Mercedes sedan slowly pulled up in front of Jiang Mingqing.

Jiang Mingqing opened the rear door and sat down.

In the back seat, there was also a woman, none other than Sister Hua.

"How did it go? Did he agree?"

Sister Hua asked.

Jiang Mingqing, looking complacent, said, "Chen Fang is indeed sensible. As soon as I mentioned inviting him to dinner, he immediately agreed and even walked me to the door."

"Walked you to the door?"

Sister Hua was stunned.

Jiang Mingqing boasted, "Yes, he escorted me all the way from upstairs."

Sister Hua's expression immediately darkened.

Jiang Mingqing noticed the change and asked, "What's wrong? Is there something inappropriate?"

"Chen Fang indeed has his ways," Sister Hua muttered.

Jiang Mingqing nodded and said, "He is indeed adept at dealing with people."

"It's not about dealing with people; he deliberately walked you downstairs. Without a doubt, the news of him having dinner with you has already spread throughout the entire courtyard,"

Sister Hua said.

Jiang Mingqing scratched his head and asked, "I still don't understand, what benefit does this bring him?"

Sister Hua glared at Jiang Mingqing and asked, "Do you know why your company has never grown?"

"Why?"

"Because you, in fact, have no brains. You only see the superficial aspects, completely blind to the deeper issues lurking behind them."

Despite his age, Jiang Mingqing didn't dare to rebut being scolded by Sister Hua.

Feeling wronged, he said, "I went to the Organizational Department to find him, and Xue Bo's people are all over the Organizational Department. Even if he didn't escort me, Xue Bo would have known that I was actively trying to recruit him."

"That's different. Your going to find him doesn't prove anything; it only shows your intent to recruit. But Chen Fang personally escorting you downstairs implies that you two have already reached some form of understanding. Who in Guyang City doesn't know that you usually work closely with Meng Zheqing? It's also telling Xue Bo that it was Meng Zheqing conspiring behind the scenes in Baishui Village."

After Sister Hua finished her explanation,

Jiang Mingqing's face showed a look of terror.

He asked, "So, should we still invite him to dinner?"

"Of course, since things have been made clear, let's lay it all out. Chen Fang did this for a reason; we need to coax his demands out, handle Xue Bo first, and if he turns against us, then we'll just get rid of him."

"Okay, I understand."

Jiang Mingqing nodded and replied.

The car wove through the bustling traffic.

But Sister Hua kept gazing out the window, her eyes full of intrigue. The events at the Wulan City club and the turnaround in Baishui Village had made her more and more interested in Chen Fang.

Sister Hua wasn't exaggerating.

Because as Chen Fang and Jiang Mingqing were walking toward the gate,

several pairs of eyes from a window of the municipal government building were indeed watching their every move.

...

Six in the evening.

Weibi Ju.

Chen Fang appeared on time.

He originally thought it was a luxurious grand hotel.

It was not until he reached the entrance that he realized it was actually a courtyard by a small creek.

The scenery here was quite pleasant.

An ancient-style wooden sign hung, inscribed with the words "Taste Residence."

Surrounding it was a bamboo fence wall covered with climbing vines, creating a rather artistic impression.

"Excuse me, are you Mr. Chen Fang?"

With a creak,

the door was pushed open.

A woman dressed in purple silk emerged, holding an old-fashioned fan, and strolled out to ask.

On her head, she wore a hairstyle typical of ancient women.

The outfit was also quite retro, possessing a certain charm.

Particularly, the opened front revealed a bright red bellyband worn by ancient women underneath, whether intentionally or unintentionally.

The bellyband was loose.

Although nothing was visible, the lax and subtly revealing appearance always aroused a man's desire to explore further.

"I am,"

Chen Fang nodded.

The woman smiled warmly and said, "Mr. Chen, President Jiang has been waiting for you inside."

Guided by this "greeter,"

Chen Fang walked through the garden-like courtyard.

He arrived at the door of the so-called "No.1 Sky" private room.

After the woman opened the door, she gestured for Chen Fang to enter, and then the door closed behind him with a snap.

The private room was quite large.

The decor was also very upscale.

In the center stood a round table.

Off to the side, there was a sofa and a coffee table.

Directly opposite the dining table, there was even a small performance stage.

"Director Chen, welcome, welcome."

Jiang Mingqing, busy at the coffee table, immediately stood up and came over to greet Chen Fang warmly when he entered.

After another round of important niceties,

Jiang Mingqing led Chen Fang to sit down in front of the coffee table.

He called out, "Xiaoqin, Xiaoqin, come out and make some tea, we have a guest."

After shouting,

a young woman slowly emerged from behind the screen next to the tea table.

At the moment she appeared, Chen Fang's eyes widened.

Not because Xiaoqin was particularly beautiful—

Although Xiaoqin was indeed very beautiful and had a fine figure, what surprised Chen Fang was her attire.

It was similar to the greeter's attire of silk.

She very much had the feel of an ancient beauty.

The only difference was that Xiaoqin's outfit was transparent.

It truly was transparent.

Through that thin layer of fabric, one could clearly see her red bellyband at the chest and the sexy thong between her legs.

Instantly, a rush of arousal overwhelmed the men present.

"Director Chen, allow me to introduce, this is Gao Wanqin, you can call her Xiaoqin; she is the proprietress of the Taste Residence."

Upon finishing the introduction,

Gao Wanqin performed a deep curtsey like an ancient maidservant.

She confidently said, "Director Chen, please look after us when you are in Guyang City."

"You flatter me, Madam Gao,"

Chen Fang slightly nodded and spoke.

Just then,

Jiang Mingqing's phone rang.

He checked the number and said to Chen Fang with an apologetic tone, "Director Chen, it's an urgent call, may I step out to take it?"

Chen Fang was no fool.

He knew this was all part of a planned scheme.

He nodded and said, "Please, President Jiang."

Jiang Mingqing immediately said to Gao Wanqin, "Xiaoqin, take good care of Director Chen."

"Don't worry, President Jiang, I'm here,"

Gao Wanqin said softly.

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