Rustic Charm: The Doctor Immortal
Chapter 286 There should be a misunderstanding between us

Chapter 286: Chapter 286 There should be a misunderstanding between us

"But..."

Xu Feng wanted to retort, but seeing Hu Wencai’s sharp gaze fixed on him, he swallowed his defiant words.

Clenching his molars, he didn’t look at Chen Dashan and said, "Sorry."

There was no follow-up.

Chen Dashan sneered; an apology couldn’t change his relationship with Xu Feng, but it was still fun to make things difficult for him. "What did you say? Your apology lacks sincerity, I don’t accept it."

"Chen Dashan, don’t go too far!"

Xu Feng was furious, his eyes wide as if ready to charge at Chen Dashan for a fight.

For him to bow to Chen Dashan was already giving Hu Wencai a huge amount of face, yet this lowly scoundrel dared to push his luck?

Chen Dashan remained indifferent.

"Xu Feng, disrespecting Mr. Chen, I will have the Xu family expelled from the Jewelry Association right now!" Hu Wencai said coldly, his gaze stringent on Xu Feng.

Xu Feng harbored resentment, but with Hu Wencai backing Chen Dashan, he could do nothing.

If the standoff continued, it would still be him who suffered. Thinking of this, Xu Feng’s face twisted in fury as he begrudgingly bent over towards Chen Dashan and said, "Sorry, I was wrong, I shouldn’t have been jealous of you, I hope you can forgive me."

"That’s more like it!"

Chen Dashan watched Xu Feng nearly burst into tears of grievance, nodded from above, and said, "For Chairman Hu’s sake, I’ll let you off this time."

Xu Feng left in embarrassment.

Since they were in a hotel room with two young women in bathrobes, Hu Wencai couldn’t stay either. He briefly spoke a few words with Chen Dashan, the two exchanged contact information, and then parted regretfully.

By around four in the afternoon.

"Buzz, buzz, buzz..."

"Buzz, buzz!"

Chen Dashan’s phone kept vibrating. Seeing it was a call from Secretary Liang, his brows knit together. He already suspected that there was an issue with the Longshan Town business.

He answered the call, and Secretary Liang’s anxious voice came through: "Brother Dashan, there’s big trouble."

"The commercial street and the commercial center in the Tianhai Lake Scenic Spot have been sealed off, saying they need a tax inspection and will have to wait for higher authorities to send people down. Isn’t this absurd?"

Secretary Liang cursed over the phone.

"This must be Zhao Ding’s doing. His reach is really long, even extending into my Longshan Town!"

Secretary Liang was indignant. Chen Dashan replied, "This matter drags you into it because of me. It’s not just the commercial street in Longshan Town, all my industries in Furong County have been suffering from long-lasting water and power cuts and frequent inspections by various departments due to offending Zhao Qiqiang. The business has drastically declined, and there’s nothing I can do. Every enterprise has many employees to support, and behind every employee is a family to sustain."

Chen Dashan sighed.

Secretary Liang said, "Zhao Ding, that smiling tiger, eats people without spitting out bones. Does he really think he can cover the sky with one hand, and no one can control him?"

Chen Dashan’s eyes lit up. "Do you have a connection in the government?"

"As long as there’s a way, I can provide any amount of money!"

There was a few seconds of silence on the other end of the line.

A moment later, Secretary Liang sighed and said, "Only County Magistrate Zhu. He is known for his integrity and has never tangled with businessmen. Although he has not been here for many years, he and Zhao Ding are definitely not allies. Currently, only County Magistrate Zhu in Furong County can suppress Zhao Ding."

"However, I can’t guarantee he will help you. I can only make introductions for you, and I can’t let him know in advance that I’m introducing you; otherwise, it would not be good for my reputation."

"I understand! Thank you, Brother Liang, for worrying about this."

Chen Dashan sincerely thanked him, and after a few more words, they ended the call.

Wu Hongling, who had been waiting outside the door for Chen Dashan, came out looking worried. Seeing Chen Dashan frowning, she sighed and said, "Master, Zhao Qiqiang’s forces have been mostly eradicated. Apart from governmental suppression, they have nothing left to use against us. However, when it comes to relationships in officialdom, we are completely in the dark."

Chen Dashan bent down, took his coat from the back of the sofa, and walked directly to the door: "Things are man-made. Complicated things can be broken down into steps to make them simple."

The first step was to meet County Magistrate Zhu.

That night, Wu Hongling drove them back to Furong County.

The next day at noon, Chen Dashan received a text message from Secretary Liang: Meet at the old place at 12.

...

At noon, 12 o’clock, Furong Restaurant, Renhe private room.

"County Magistrate Zhu invited you here today because I have some troubling issues," Secretary Liang said with a worried look. He reached out and topped off the tea in front of County Magistrate Zhu.

County Magistrate Zhu’s hand that was holding the tea cup paused slightly, his eyes shifted, and he smiled: "Longshan Town is getting better and better now, what can still trouble you? A transfer order is inevitable sooner or later."

These words served as reassurance for Secretary Liang.

Secretary Liang’s face lit up with joy. He put down the tea cup and said appreciatively, "If not for Chen Dashan, the Tianhai Lake project would probably not have come to fruition. Who would have thought a once naive village lad in his early twenties would turn out so capable, developing and expanding the scenic spot, and rejuvenating Longshan Town? If I truly get promoted, it will be largely due to his contributions!"

Secretary Liang said this with a big smile.

County Magistrate Zhu remained silent and continued sipping his tea. It seemed that today’s meal, hosted by Secretary Liang, had a clear protagonist in mind: Chen Dashan.

"However, because Chen Dashan offended Zhao Ding, the Tianhai Lake project is now sealed. This leaves me at a loss, which is why I’m seeking your help," Secretary Liang said, sighing with distress.

Zhao Ding?

County Magistrate Zhu narrowed his eyes. He responded perfunctorily, "Director Zhao isn’t someone who mixes personal and professional matters; there might be some misunderstanding here."

"It’s like grasping at straws," Secretary Liang knew very well that County Magistrate Zhu wouldn’t risk offending Zhao Ding for him. Both officials maintained their boundaries, coexisting peacefully. To oppose the longtime entrenched Zhao Ding in Furong County, County Magistrate Zhu would have a tough decision to make.

"Secretary Liang!"

Chen Dashan’s voice echoed. Secretary Liang’s expression changed multiple times, glancing secretly at County Magistrate Zhu, who showed no reaction, calmly sipping his tea. Secretary Liang stood up and greeted Chen Dashan with a smile, "Dashan, I told you to come, and it’s good you did. Why not share your business insights with County Magistrate Zhu?"

"Let us all learn a thing or two."

Chen Dashan looked over and saw a mid-fifties man at the wooden tea table in the private room. The man was slightly overweight, with sparse hair on his head, staring straight ahead with an imposing presence that discouraged any disrespect.

"County Magistrate Zhu!"

Chen Dashan greeted boldly. County Magistrate Zhu looked up, scrutinized him briefly, and made a good first impression. Smiling politely, he said, "President Chen, please sit."

Chen Dashan sat opposite Secretary Liang. County Magistrate Zhu casually poured tea for him. None of the three spoke.

The atmosphere was tense.

Only the sound of water being poured was heard. Chen Dashan held the tea cup with both hands. After pondering for a moment, he said, "County Magistrate Zhu, recently, there is a major project for the renovation of shantytowns in Furong County. Do you think I’m capable of handling it?"

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