Rustic Charm: The Doctor Immortal
Chapter 183: Something Different

Chapter 183: Chapter 183: Something Different

Secretary Liang took a sip of tea and smiled: "I’ll help bridge the connection for you. In the future, when you have a good project, don’t forget about your old brother here."

The Tianhai Lake project brought both fame and fortune to Secretary Liang, and he gained significant benefits from it.

He was willing to help Chen Dashan, as Dashan was ambitious and capable. Secretary Liang prided himself on his judgment of people.

"Don’t worry; after this period, I’ll return to Longshan Town to invest and give back to my fellow villagers!"

With Chen Dashan’s assurance, Secretary Liang beamed with joy.

"Clack, clack, clack..."

The sound of elegant high heels echoed from behind. Chen Dashan turned his head and saw a beautiful woman with exquisite makeup and a dark green qipao, her skin as smooth as jade, walking slowly towards them.

Her graceful figure was alluring, exuding an innate charm with every step she took, her white legs brushed against each other, and her every movement was full of allure. Chen Dashan was momentarily stunned and said:

"Miss Xu?"

Secretary Liang smiled and continued to sip his tea.

After a pause, he added: "Ruyan insisted on coming. I had no choice but to bring her along."

Xu Ruyan sat down next to Chen Dashan, her eyes full of concern as she looked at him and said: "I heard you’re having difficulties. I was worried about you, so I asked Secretary Liang to bring me."

Chen Dashan glanced at Secretary Liang and knew exactly what was going on in his mind.

Xu Ruyan was Secretary Liang’s spy or the bridge to maintain a connection, sent to keep an eye on him, making sure he wouldn’t forget about Secretary Liang as he grew more influential in Furong County.

Before Chen Dashan could say anything, someone called from outside: "Secretary Liang, am I late?"

A strong, sonorous male voice rang out, and Chen Dashan turned to see a middle-aged man with a slightly balding head and a portly figure, wearing a pair of old-fashioned gold-rimmed glasses.

"Hahaha..."

Secretary Liang laughed heartily and then lowered his head subtly, looking at Chen Dashan: "This is today’s guest, Li Xin from the Industry and Commerce Bureau, Director Li. The success hinges on his word."

Chen Dashan nodded and quickly stood up.

Upon entering, Li Xin’s gaze first fell on Secretary Liang, then shifted to Chen Dashan, sizing him up before glancing briefly at Xu Ruyan.

"Director Li, please have a seat here!"

Secretary Liang personally pulled out a chair for Li Xin, signaling him to sit in the main seat. Li Xin didn’t stand on ceremony and plopped down, then pointed to the young man who had followed him:

"This is my nephew, Li Wencai. He works in engineering projects, hasn’t made much of a name for himself."

Li Wencai smiled and sat next to Chen Dashan, his eyes frequently darting towards Xu Ruyan.

Secretary Liang said: "No need to be so modest, no need!"

"Young people have endless potential. The times are different now; we can’t judge the younger generation by our old standards. I see great promise in Wencai; he just needs someone to support him."

Li Xin’s small eyes darted and settled on Chen Dashan for a while before he said blandly: "So you’re Chen Dashan?"

"Yes!"

Xu Ruyan quickly moved forward to pour a full cup of tea for Li Xin and respectfully retreated.

"I’ve heard a lot about you lately, causing quite a stir. Secretary Liang has also mentioned your situation. You young people, of all the people to offend, you offended Zhao Qiqiang and his father."

"The Zhao Family is riding high in Furong County right now, and everyone avoids them. What you’re asking is a bit tricky!"

Li Xin looked troubled and furrowed his brow in thought.

Secretary Liang subtly glanced at Chen Dashan and then continued with a smile: "Can the Zhao Family still control you? You’re the top official in the Industry and Commerce Bureau. Isn’t this within your power to resolve?"

Li Wencai, sitting next to Chen Dashan, stared at him for a while and said: "So you’re Chen Dashan?"

"I heard you severely injured Zhao Qiqiang’s confidant and woman? Impressive!"

Li Wencai’s youthful eyes burned with gossip curiosity.

"Ahem!" Li Xin cleared his throat, giving Li Wencai a glance, prompting him to sheepishly shut up.

Chen Dashan smiled, stood up, and raised his teacup: "Director Li, let’s set aside the other matters for now. Meeting Wencai feels like seeing an old friend. Wencai appears to be a sincere and wise person."

Li Wencai’s face lit up with joy upon hearing Chen Dashan’s straightforward compliment; it was the first time his uncle had taken him out, and someone praised him like this.

Li Wencai nodded.

Chen Dashan continued: "My Liu’s Construction covers almost the entire old city’s construction. If Wencai doesn’t mind, he can work with me, and I guarantee he’ll shine."

"Really?"

Li Wencai was first astonished, then beamed with joy, turning to Li Xin: "Uncle, please agree. I’ve admired Chen Dashan from the moment you mentioned his name and wanted to join him even before meeting him."

"Uncle, Zhao Qiqiang isn’t a good person anyway. Help Dashan out on this."

"Besides, you said in the car that you wanted to see Chen Dashan’s sincerity. Isn’t this sincere enough? Would I want to be involved in the old city project if Dashan wasn’t genuine?"

Chen Dashan quickly added: "Where would I find a partner like Wencai?"

Li Wencai beamed with joy, afraid of missing this golden opportunity.

Li Xin sighed inwardly. Not having a son himself, his only nephew was easily swayed by Chen Dashan’s few words.

Secretary Liang also chipped in: "I can vouch for Chen Dashan’s character. As long as Wencai follows him, he won’t suffer any losses in his life."

With things said to this extent, Li Xin also smiled and said: "Alright then!"

"I’m not afraid of Zhao Qiqiang and his father. It’s modern times now; we don’t need to put up with their bullying. I’ll handle this matter for Chen Dashan."

Chen Dashan was overjoyed and quickly toasted Li Xin with tea in place of wine.

Li Xin smiled: "Three days. In three days, all the businesses will reopen on time!"

The dinner concluded with everyone on a high note.

Li Wencai reluctantly asked Chen Dashan to take him out when the nightclubs opened, having heard about Dashan’s many lively nightclubs.

Li Xin gave him a stern look, prompting Li Wencai to sheepishly walk away.

"From now on, I’ll leave this unpromising nephew to you. If there’s any issue, feel free to come to me anytime!"

Li Xin instructed Chen Dashan a few things before driving away with Wencai.

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After Secretary Liang left, Xu Ruyan hugged Chen Dashan’s arm, coquettishly saying: "I knew there’s nothing you can’t solve."

"There’s a hotel behind the restaurant; why don’t we go and rest for a bit?"

Xu Ruyan gave a mischievous smile, her ample chest pressing softly against Chen Dashan’s arm, looking him suggestively in the eyes, her red lips slightly parted: "I’ll give you a full-body massage."

Thinking of their passionate encounters back in Longshan Town, Chen Dashan’s belly grew warm with desire, his lower half responding.

The natural allure in Xu Ruyan was unmatched by any other woman; "heavenly beauty" might be the best way to describe her.

Her unique perfume scent was alluring, and Chen Dashan, looking into her seductive eyes, grinned mischievously: "It’s been a long time since we last met. Do you have something special for me?"