Official Career Storm
Chapter 684

Chapter 684: Chapter 684

"Chairman Zhao, please come in."

Mr. Lin felt immense pressure.

Zhao Weimin was usually busy with work, traveling across the country.

Today, he personally came to handle his son’s matter, showing the importance he attached to this issue.

His demeanor was courteous and polite, like a normal visit.

But the more polite he was, the heavier Mr. Lin’s heart felt.

He suspected that Zhao Weimin came not for his own son, but because of Li He.

After all, his son wasn’t bullied last night; logically, he shouldn’t interfere in young people’s affairs.

Yet he still came.

He suspected that the purpose was to support Li He because of Li He’s father.

If that’s the case, other families of the second generation might also come.

As if to confirm his suspicion.

Just as the words fell, the doorbell rang again from outside.

Everyone’s eyes turned.

The maid opened the door.

Outside, stood three men and two women.

Among them, one man and one woman were over seventy years old.

The other man and woman were under fifty years old.

The youngest man was one of the second generation from last night.

Seeing this family of five, Mr. Lin knew that today would be the biggest disaster for the Lin Family.

Suppressing his inner sadness, he squeezed out a smile to greet them.

He didn’t know their identities, but remained polite: "May I ask who you are?"

The oldest man smiled gently: "Are you Lin Shize?"

"Yes."

"I’m Liu Yuanchao, and this is my son and daughter, and this is my grandson."

Liu Yuanchao laughed heartily.

Upon hearing this name, Mr. Lin knew this elder was likely a retired military officer.

The name had a characteristic of the era.

In that era, names like Jian Guo, Yuan Chao, Kang Mei, etc.

Those who survived and still resided in Yanjing were mostly the generation that benefited.

His rank was likely at least senior colonel!

"Mr. Liu, please come in."

Mr. Lin invited them into the living room.

Before the door could close, he saw more people approaching.

So he simply stood by the door.

This time, it was also a family of five!

Lin Shize immediately recognized the middle-aged man among them!

Chen Bolli!

Yanjing City’s Vice Mayor!

And ranked just below the Deputy Mayor!

A position of great power!

"Hello, Mayor Chen."

Lin Shize stepped forward, proactively shaking hands.

Chen Bolli was polite and didn’t act superior, shaking hands with both hands, smiling casually: "Hello, Mr. Lin. We visited without forewarning, hope it wasn’t disruptive."

Mr. Lin inwardly bitterly smiled.

His heart had given up all hope.

After today, if the Lin Family can continue staying in Yanjing, it would be a great blessing.

He dared not wish for much.

He already planned to leave Yanjing and live abroad after today.

After waiting a while, two more families arrived.

Both were heads of direct departments in Yanjing City.

Usually, Mr. Lin wanted to build connections but meeting them was difficult.

Unexpectedly, they turned up today.

But the timing and occasion were not favorable.

By this time, Mr. Lin had made up his mind, so he wasn’t as heavy-hearted and pessimistic.

He returned to the living room and saw everyone standing: "Everyone, please sit."

"No rush."

Liu Yuanchao glanced at the Lin and Xiao families, then over Lin Wanqiu and Song Guanchao.

Finally, his gaze fell on Song Guanchao’s face.

Everyone knew that the elders of the second generation were about to raise issues.

The Xiao family was inwardly eager.

Perhaps due to Lin Wanqiu, they were delighted to see the Lin Family collapse.

"Mr. Lin, may I ask if Mr. Song Guanchao is here?" Liu Yuanchao looked at Song Guanchao, asking Lin Shize.

What’s unavoidable cannot be avoided.

Lin Shize came forward and said: "Wanqiu, please introduce."

Lin Wanqiu was tense inside.

She truly didn’t foresee the situation escalating this far.

Her initial thought was to take responsibility alone.

But she couldn’t understand why Li He expanded the situation to this extent.

The matter had already happened, remorse was futile.

She just found it difficult to face her parents.

Even after breaking up with Xiao Zheng, encountering such things, her parents never blamed her.

Seeing her state, Song Guanchao held her hand, gripping it tightly, squeezing out a smile.

Seeing them hold hands in public, the Xiao family couldn’t help but snort.

Lin Wanqiu’s cousin also gritted his teeth.

He never imagined his cousin would become so love-struck one day.

To do such foolish things for a man!

Lin Wanqiu steadied herself, about to introduce, but Song Guanchao suddenly said: "You sit down first, have a tea, calm your nerves. Leave the rest to me."

Lin Wanqiu suddenly gripped his hand, trying to speak, but Song Guanchao already led her to the sofa.

Pressing her shoulders down, making her sit.

Lin Wanqiu felt uneasy.

The Xiao family almost burst out laughing.

Even at this point, the young man was still pretending.

You plan to resolve this?

How will you resolve this?

Song Guanchao turned, swept his gaze over Liu Yuanchao, Chen Bolli, and others, saying: "Allow me to introduce myself, Song Guanchao, Secretary of Lingjiang City’s City Committee."

Xiao Zheng couldn’t contain his contempt, chuckling lightly.

A secretary of a prefecture-level city being presented as a point.

This fellow is part of the system; doesn’t he know that any of the people here could crush him easily?

Not to mention a minor secretary, even if their city’s committee chairman were here, he might not have the qualifications to be on equal standing with those present.

Xiao Zheng originally just wanted to watch, but now couldn’t help himself.

He wanted to show himself before these leaders.

He crossed his arms, looking down with superiority: "Song Guanchao, you’re merely a prefecture-level city secretary; your vision is narrow, meeting Mayor Chen is like a frog viewing the moon from a well!"

"One day, if fortunate, you enter Yanjing again, meeting Mayor Chen, Chairman Zhao, would be like a fleeting mayfly seeing the vast sky!"

Finishing his words, he proudly lifted his head, then showed a smile he deemed humble, yet not servile, to Mayor Chen and others.

Song Guanchao tilted his head, his smile quirky, but silent, just quietly watching him.

Chen Bolli and others furrowed their brows slightly.

"Haha," Song Guanchao chuckled, ignoring his words, facing Chen Bolli and others: "Guests come, please be seated."

Nobody noticed that after Song Guanchao spoke those words, Liu Yuanchao and others slightly sighed in relief.

Liu Yuanchao nodded: "Then let’s sit and discuss."

He had dedicated his life, repeatedly joining the army to resist foreign threats, amassing numerous honors and achievements.

Upon learning of last night’s events, he immediately harshly reprimanded his grandson.

He held traditional and strict values, not tolerating his descendants bullying the market outside.

But the occurring event still needed resolution.

Thoroughly understanding last night’s proceedings, he knew the issue wasn’t major.

Song Guanchao’s main target wasn’t them, but Li He.

No matter that Luo Ke Gong and Yang Xiong stepped in, both retired, they couldn’t genuinely exert great efforts over Song Guanchao’s issue.

Therefore, as long as they reconcile today, saving face would suffice.

Once everyone sat, Chen Bolli began: "Mr. Song, about last night’s situation..."

But before he could finish, Song Guanchao interrupted: "I’ve seen your sincerity."

"I see you understand well, you should be aware of last night’s incident."

"Your sons and grandsons bullied my friend, attempting to force him to drink."

"My demand is simple: punish themselves with three drinks, slap themselves. The matter will end there."

Listening to him, the Xiao family widened their eyes, thinking they misheard.

You still have demands?

Can’t you see these people are here to cause trouble?