Chapter 83, look at your anxious appearance

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Chapter 83: Chapter 83, look at your anxious appearance Hearing the familiar voice, Tao Ze instinctively looked in the direction of the sound. When he saw Deng Wencheng dressed in casual clothes with his wife and kids, his face instantly turned pale, full of disbelief, "Director Deng, you’re dining here too!" Deng Wencheng furrowed his brows, curiosity in his eyes, "And you are?" Tao Ze quickly said, "Oh, I’m Tao Ze, the deputy chief of the archives department." "Oh!" Deng Wencheng responded with a look of sudden realization. Even though they were from the same organization, he had never met Tao Ze, nor heard his name. If it weren’t for seeing him dining with Xu Wendong at the same table, he wouldn’t have bothered with Tao Ze at all. At this point, Xu Wendong’s voice rang out, "Wait a minute, didn’t you say you were the head chief before?" Tao Ze was almost scared to tears. Although Xu Wendong had previously said he knew Deng Wencheng, Tao Ze didn’t believe him at all. But now it seemed things were far more complicated than Xu Wendong had let on. Otherwise, Deng Wencheng wouldn’t have respectfully addressed Xu Wendong as mister when his age was at least ten years older than Xu Wendong’s. Tao Ze originally thought Xu Wendong was just showing off. But in reality, the guy wasn’t bragging. This guy was something extraordinary! Deng Wencheng looked toward Xu Wendong, smiled, and said, "When I came out of the elevator before, you looked familiar. I didn’t expect it was indeed you. I came over specifically to say hello. By the way, let me cover this meal today." "Director Deng, what are you saying? How can we, as brothers, let you pay for our meal? That’s not necessary, not necessary at all." Tao Ze had a sycophantic smile on his face and with a pleading look, he glanced toward Xu Wendong, indicating for him to say something nice on his behalf. Although he didn’t know Xu Wendong’s real background, one thing was obvious: he couldn’t afford to offend this guy. If this guy really held a grudge, one word could get Deng Wencheng to exile him to a remote area for work. Xu Wendong was well aware of his thoughts. He laughed coldly to himself. Damn it, weren’t you quite the big shot before? Go on then! Even so, Xu Wendong did not stay on for long to kick someone when they were down and said to Deng Wencheng, "I’ve finally got the chance to take advantage of this damn guy for a meal, how could I let you pay." Despite being scolded, Tao Ze was not upset; instead, he revealed a bright smile, "Director Deng, this guy has been watching me closely, insisting on making me bleed. Just take it as giving in to him today!" "So, where’s your table? Let me help you pay later!" He was grateful to Xu Wendong for scolding him because this made it appear to outsiders that the two had a great relationship, and only friends with good relations would greet each other so intimately. "No need, I already paid over there." Deng Wencheng turned to Xu Wendong, "Mister Xu, could we have a word in private?" "Sure." Xu Wendong got up and followed Deng Wencheng to a corner, where Deng Wencheng politely asked, "Have you thought about that matter?" Xu Wendong knew he was referring to having Wu Mei replace Zhao Sihai. Looking out at the dazzling neon lights, Xu Wendong said, "It’s already in progress. By tomorrow evening, at the latest, Wu Mei would have reached a cooperation agreement with Chen Ping’an." Deng Wencheng replied, "I’ll use my connections over here to award you the project." Xu Wendong smiled, "That should be quite challenging, right?" Deng Wencheng nodded in agreement, "The Shengpeng Group has risen too quickly. So far, no one knows who the real boss is, and their connections aren’t just at the county level. They reportedly have ties at the municipal level too." "But rest assured, I’ll find a way to secure this project for Wu Mei." Saying this, he glanced at Tao Ze, "This person..." "We’re friends." Xu Wendong smiled. Deng Wencheng didn’t say anything more; he already understood Xu Wendong’s meaning. After exchanging a few words, the two parted ways. When Xu Wendong returned to the booth, Tao Ze stood up, full of nervousness, and said, "Brother Wendong, I just got a call, and I have an emergency. I need to go first." "But don’t worry, this meal is on me." "So anyway, no more words, this drink is for you." With that, he lifted his neck and downed his drink, then left the restaurant, embarrassed. After he left, Xu Wendong looked at the food on the table and smiled wryly, "Sis, even if you wanted Tao Ze to bleed out, you didn’t have to order so many steaks, did you?" Ding Yao raised an eyebrow, "Eat more, so you’ll have the strength to do that kind of thing!" "Then I need to eat more." Xu Wendong devoured the food heartily. Earlier, he had called his sister-in-law, informing her that he’d be on night duty at the hospital. So after the meal, he could follow Ding Yao to her love nest and do the intimate things they both enjoyed. Ding Yao rested her face on one hand, wearing a charming smile, "Look at you, all eager. Eat slowly, don’t choke." Then she changed the subject, "Why did you speak up for Tao Ze earlier?" Xu Wendong continued eating heartily, "His uncle is the head of the hospital, after all. If we had an unpleasant relationship, we would definitely be tripped up at work." "Even if we take a step back, wasn’t he introduced by our aunt? If we ended up on bad terms, where would our aunt’s dignity be? Was I speaking up for Tao Ze? I was protecting our aunt’s honor!" "Hey, who would’ve thought that such a young man like you could handle things so meticulously; calling it airtight isn’t an exaggeration." Ding Yao couldn’t help but admire Xu Wendong more. Xu Wendong flashed a modest smile, "If you’re going to do something, do it to the best." The love in Ding Yao’s eyes grew more intense, as if her gaze could melt something. This guy really was a treasure; meeting him was her good fortune over three lifetimes! The two continued chatting while finishing off the steaks they had ordered. Xu Wendong ate until he was full, but thankfully there was some expensive red wine to help wash it down. They couldn’t waste so many valuable things, right? "Let’s go home," Ding Yao affectionately clung to Xu Wendong’s arm while holding a few shopping bags in the other hand. The two walked toward the elevator like a couple in love. And just as the elevator doors opened, the scene before them made Xu Wendong’s scalp tingle. He stood there dumbstruck, looking at Lin Yiren and Wu Mei, his mind going blank. They locked eyes. Tears welled in Lin Yiren’s eyes, her face full of anger, "Didn’t you say you were working overtime tonight? So why are you here?"

Chapter 83, look at your anxious appearance

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