Once, I wanted to be a good person
Chapter 895 - 230. Slapping He Weidao! (7000 words)

Chapter 895: 230. Slapping He Weidao! (7000 words)

In the swiftly moving car, Fang Ze sat in the back seat, watching the scenery outside the window, then whispered to Hei Yu, "How is the situation over there with He Weidao?"

As the chief steward of the family, in times of such crisis for Fang Ze’s "career," Hei Yu still performed her duties to the fullest. So, upon hearing Fang Ze’s inquiry, she immediately replied, "Since the meeting of the Council was held yesterday and the quota was confirmed, He Weidao has reversed his previous style of over a decade and become much more high-profile."

"Not only did he move back from the rural campus outside the Provincial Government to the luxurious manor in the Provincial Government, but he also made high-profile appearances at various events and inspected some important departments."

"And the entrance of his manor has been bustling these past few days. Even in the dead of night, even if he’s not at home, there’s a long queue of cars lined up. According to what I’ve heard, that’s the Commoner Faction in Xida State preparing gifts to congratulate him."

"However, most of these people don’t get to meet He Weidao, only his steward or students, but all the gifts are accepted without exception."

After listening to Hei Yu’s briefing, Fang Ze showed no expression, then he looked at the quickly retreating scene outside the window and slowly commented, "It seems that achieving success in a single move has also changed He Weidao’s mindset."

Fang Ze made such a remark not without reason. Although the Si Family’s intelligence network hadn’t fully developed yet, some basic information could still be gathered: Ever since Bai Zhi’s mother and brother unexpectedly disappeared, and Old Mr. Bai caused a stir in the Eastern Administrative Region, He Weidao has been keeping a low profile.

The official statement was to take responsibility for the incident. But according to the information currently in Fang Ze’s possession: it’s very likely he was trying to appease Old Mr. Bai, so Old Mr. Bai could wait together with him for the critical moment.

And this low profile lasted a decade. During these ten years, he never set foot in the Provincial Government, and he never participated in the Council as Chairperson. He kept living the life of an Old Farmer on the outskirts of the Provincial Government.

Of course... Fang Ze thought it was just for appearances: because although he didn’t attend the Council, every decision of the Council still required his nod before it could be implemented. Although he never set foot in the Provincial Government, all departments were within his sphere of influence.

The only difference now is that he doesn’t even cover it up anymore, directly "ruling Xida State."

With this thought, Fang Ze gained a bit more confidence in tonight’s plan: there’s no fear of having a smart opponent, only of an opponent not making mistakes.

As long as the opponent is arrogant, they are prone to making mistakes. This way, Fang Ze’s plan could be more easily carried out.

Of course, Fang Ze’s confidence didn’t swell; he never ruled out the possibility that this might be a deliberate act by He Weidao, a performance.

So, on the road that followed, Fang Ze once again detailedly learned about He Weidao’s itinerary and actions over the past two days, and then the vehicle slowly drove near He Weidao’s manor.

Since it was winter, even though it was still early, the sky had already turned dark. A kilometer away from He Weidao’s manor, the car began to get stuck, with luxury cars congesting the road, all the red taillights lit up, like the crimson eyes of a beast.

Perhaps out of fear of inciting He Weidao’s displeasure, despite the hundreds of cars tightly packed on this street, even with hundreds of taillights shining, not a single car horn was heard, adding to the oppressive atmosphere of the dark night.

Seeing that the car was indeed unable to go any further, Fang Ze looked at the situation outside, then directly opened the door, got out, and said to Hei Yu, "Let’s go. Walk over."

Apparently, many shared the same thought as Fang Ze; as he got out of the car, people from the vehicles ahead and behind also exited. With a brief glance, Fang Ze recognized some as council members he’d seen before or powerful officials from important departments.

As Fang Ze noticed them, they also noticed him. Despite the night being pitch-black, Fang Ze could see a hint of surprise in their eyes, followed by a thoughtful look, and finally, those expressions turned into ridicule and arrogance.

Those who reached such positions were all experienced; despite gloating over Fang Ze, the grand noble’s failure and his appearance to "curry favor" with He Weidao, they managed to control their emotions well and nodded amicably to Fang Ze.

If it weren’t for Fang Ze’s Void Eye ignoring the night and distance, he likely would’ve been fooled by them.

Thus, they arrived at the entrance of He Weidao’s manor. The entrance was already lined with people, and a person looking like a steward was asking the names and positions of those coming to pay respect at the front.

Fang Ze gave Hei Yu a look, and she knowingly handed the black umbrella to the master beside her, then quickly walked over to the steward and exchanged a few words, presenting He Weidao’s reply letter.

After reading the reply letter, the steward looked up at Fang Ze and then nodded. He then walked over to Fang Ze with Hei Yu, bowed slightly, and said, "Family Head Fang Ze. The Chairperson has long instructed that if you arrive, you may go straight in. I will lead you inside now."

The steward was clearly skilled too; though his voice was not loud, it resonated clearly in the snowy night.

Hearing the steward’s words, everyone visiting couldn’t help but look at Fang Ze.

As one of the major figures whose reputation had recently soared in the Provincial Government, Fang Ze’s name, reality, and background were well-known to everyone.