The Beautiful County Magistrate
Chapter 142: The Situation Changes, the Tiger Leaves the Mountain!

Chapter 142: Chapter 142: The Situation Changes, the Tiger Leaves the Mountain!

The next morning, Liu Qian finally managed to escape from Xu Qianli’s clutches and hurriedly dressed herself.

She put on her dress, covering her enticing body and hiding the chest and hips that Xu Qianli adored. However, her underwear had been torn apart by the scoundrel Xu Qianli, leaving Liu Qian no choice but to go without.

After being tormented by the bastard Xu Qianli all night, going insane multiple times, Liu Qian felt uncomfortable all over, and a certain part was particularly sore. Angrily, she stuffed her torn undergarment into her bag and bit hard on his shoulder.

"Ouch... it hurts, hurts, Qianqian, why did you bite me?"

Xu Qianli winced in pain, pleading for mercy. Last night, she had been so delicate, complying with everything he wanted, any request, and any position. Why was she biting people so early in the morning?

Liu Qian finally released Xu Qianli’s shoulder, pouting and glaring fiercely at him.

"Hmph, why did I bite you? Don’t you know why?"

"Last night you were so cruel, tormenting me time and again, showing no mercy at all. I’ve become scared of you."

"And you were particularly wicked, finishing each time... um, I’m too embarrassed to say, but if I end up pregnant, you’ll have to take full responsibility!"

"Hmph, just looking at you irritates me. I can’t be bothered with you anymore."

With that, Liu Qian forced herself to walk away.

After just a few steps, a wave of pain struck her, almost making her lose her balance. She turned around and glared fiercely at Xu Qianli.

At that moment, the door opened, and a familiar face entered the room. Ding Meixin had actually come running over.

Seeing Ding Meixin, Liu Qian felt extremely guilty and embarrassed, pretending nothing was wrong, "Meixin, what brings you here?"

"Cousin, I heard that Director Xu was injured, so I rushed over immediately."

"How is Director Xu? Is the injury serious?"

Ding Meixin was extremely anxious, her eyes fixed on Xu Qianli, who was lying on the hospital bed, tears already swirling in her eyes, about to cry.

Yesterday, at the County Committee, the news of Xu Qianli being attacked reached Ding Meixin’s ears early this morning, prompting her to take leave and rush to the hospital.

Seeing Xu Qianli, her anxious heart still couldn’t settle down.

Liu Qian said, "He’s fine, he won’t die. Don’t look like the sky is falling. Since you’re here, take good care of him. I’m leaving. Xu Qianli, be good to Meixin, or else I’ll never forgive you!"

Liu Qian shot Xu Qianli a disgruntled look, huffing, "You jerk, I let you off easy last night, but we’ll settle our score later."

As soon as Liu Qian left, Ding Meixin nervously approached the bedside. Looking at Xu Qianli’s bandaged arm, she finally couldn’t hold back her tears and burst into crying.

Xu Qianli hurriedly comforted her, and it took a great effort to stop her crying.

Over the next seven to eight days, he stayed in the hospital.

It wasn’t that the injury to his arm was that serious, but he intentionally stayed in the hospital to relax and watch how the situation unfolded.

Over those days, continuous reports came from outside: Lan Qianrong had arrived in Jiang City and taken charge of the County Government. She spent her days reading newspapers and drinking tea, almost unable to manage anything, completely sidelined by Zhang Kuisan, Zeng Changyun, and Ding Biao.

Facing such a situation, Lan Qianrong didn’t take any measures to respond. She didn’t even lose her temper but continued working her normal hours.

Many in Jiang City’s official circles mockingly called Lan Qianrong the "Airplane County Magistrate", arriving by plane and soon to leave by plane, predicting that she would soon make an embarrassed exit from Jiang City.

Compared to Lan Qianrong, Zhang Kuisan was much more high-profile, and although he was no longer the acting County Magistrate, he still acted as if he were, with every decision at the County Government requiring his approval.

At the County Government, Zeng Changyun and Ding Biao looked up to him as their leader, and nearly all the various county bureaus followed his commands to the letter.

Li Weiguo, who had been dismissed by Ge Changhong, had his position reinstated by Zhang Kuisan, who deliberately flaunted this at a restaurant closest to the County Committee, setting up several tables and setting off tens of thousands of fireworks in celebration, thoroughly embarrassing Ge Changhong.

Furthermore, rumors had it that Zhang Kuisan had now connected with high-ranking leaders in the city, strengthening his background, and he was bound to be promoted within the year.

Many speculated that once he pushed out Lan Qianrong, he would definitely become the new County Magistrate and might even become the County Party Secretary next year.

For a time, Zhang Kuisan was unmatched in Jiang City, with many seeking to ingratiate themselves with him.

While Xu Qianli was keeping an eye on the situation outside, he was also busy at the hospital, deeply involved with Ding Meixin, day and night together, their relationship quickly heating up.

On the other side, he was waiting for an opportunity, a chance to make his move.

That noon, Jiang City was enveloped by dark clouds, and as thunder cracked and lightning flashed, the anticipated heavy rain arrived, marking the beginning of the rainy season in Jiang City.

Faced with the pouring rain, the Jiang City County Government immediately called an urgent executive meeting, chaired by County Magistrate Lan Qianrong, to discuss flood control and disaster reduction measures to prevent possible situations.

During the meeting, Lan Qianrong made many demands and suggestions to address the potential disaster situations.

However, Zhang Kuisan disagreed, continuously opposing Lan Qianrong during the meeting, severely embarrassing her and making it difficult for her to maintain her composure.

Since taking office, Lan Qianrong had always maintained a low profile, tolerating Zhang Kuisan to avoid conflicts with him.

But today’s meeting was related to flood control and disaster reduction, and Zhang Kuisan still insisted on opposing her, which was utterly despicable.

Lan Qianrong finally couldn’t restrain herself and was about to lash out at Zhang Kuisan when suddenly the door to the meeting room opened and someone walked in.

Those present turned their gaze towards the door, and Lan Qianrong also looked over, only to see that it was Xu Qianli, who had taken several days off under the guise of being hospitalized due to injury!

Seeing Xu Qianli, Zhang Kuisan’s eyelids involuntarily twitched twice.

Why had that guy turned up here?

Zhang Kuisan didn’t take Lan Qianrong seriously at all and saw her as someone he could easily manipulate; however, he was very cautious around Xu Qianli, afraid that the young man would stir up trouble, and quickly gave Ding Biao a meaningful look.

Ding Biao started with a smile, "Ah, isn’t this Director Xu? Why aren’t you resting in the hospital, and instead came to the office? It’s raining so heavily outside; aren’t you afraid that your wounds will get wet and become inflamed and pus-filled? Be careful, a small matter could end up making things difficult for you!"

Facing the threat, Xu Qianli responded calmly.

"No worries, it’s just a minor injury. I’m young and strong with a quick recovery rate; I never pay much attention to such trivial matters!"

"I heard that the Jiang City County Government is holding an executive meeting right now to discuss flood prevention and disaster relief work."

"As the Government Office Director and the secretary to County Magistrate Lan, I couldn’t fall behind. I must participate in this flood control meeting."

"Where were we just now?"

Despite Ding Biao’s warning, Xu Qianli went straight to his seat and sat down.

Zhang Kuisan raised an eyebrow; it seemed this young man really had come to cause trouble today!

Lan Qianrong maintained a professional smile on her face, watching the newly arrived Xu Qianli. On the surface, she remained calm, but internally, she was waiting.

This guy had hidden himself away for several days, letting her face the pressure from Zhang Kuisan and others all by herself, leaving her out to dry; and now that he had finally shown up, she was eager to see what he would do.