Chapter 456: Visiting Old Master Chen

"Chen Yang, you little brat are really ruthless, you actually went to the provincial government to file a complaint!" Chen Yang had just left the provincial government when Zhu Junhao's phone call came through.

It's obvious that the shareholders of Wuyou Residence are all keeping an eye on Chen Yang's actions.

Chen Yang tentatively asked about Zhu Junhao's attitude: "Zhu Director, you wouldn't also share their view, would you?"

"Chen Yang, as long as our agreement remains valid, I won't meddle in their affairs."

"As long as the building materials you procure aren't adulterated, I will definitely honor my promise."

"Rest assured, I won't screw over my own people. If there's any action over there, I'll also give you a heads-up in advance."

"Then thank you for now."

Chen Yang didn't expect Zhu Junhao to turn coat so easily. This made him feel that perhaps he could use interests to sever the organization's network of relations.

He shared his idea with Yexin, and she also strongly agreed.

Next, Yexin went to contact those within Wuyou Residence who could be won over.

Chen Yang wasn't idle either. He paid a visit to Old Master Chen's home.

"Chen Yang, you've been in Xingcheng for so long, yet this is the first time you've stepped onto my doorstep." Seeing Chen Yang appear at his doorstep, Old Master Chen was a bit surprised, but quickly broke into a smile. "Is there something important you need from me?"

Chen Yang handed the Zhonghua cigarettes and Moutai liquor he brought to Chen Bing's mother, smiling as he said to Old Master Chen: "I heard Zhong Lin gave birth to a big fat boy, so I came specially to offer my congratulations."

Old Master Chen deliberately put on a stern face and said: "You've come to the wrong door; the child is over at Sunshine Garden Community."

Chen Yang actually already knew the child was at Chen Bing's home. After Old Master Chen saw the baby born in the hospital, he returned to his own home. Since then, only Chen Bing's mother has gone over to help look after the child.

It's obvious that he still can't accept his son marrying a rural wife.

"Old Master Chen, Brother Bing is really out of line—he didn't even bring the newborn back for you to see. I'll give him a good scolding for you later."

Old Master Chen gave Chen Yang a sideways glance and said irritably: "You now have the Provincial Party Secretary and the Governor backing you—are you trying to ascend to heaven? And you dare to lecture my son?"

Chen Yang immediately replied with a smile: "Old Master Chen, your words are too harsh; I can't bear that. I'm just speaking up for you. That child is also your grandson—how could he not be brought back for you to see?"

Old Master Chen let out a soft snort: "It's just that I don't want to see him; it has nothing to do with them."

Chen Yang feigned ignorance: "Old Master Chen, do you not like your grandson?"

Old Master Chen directly gave Chen Yang a roll of his eyes: "You brat, always worrying about other people's kids—what's that for? Can't your wife Lin Wei bear children?"

Chen Yang sighed: "Old Master Chen, don't worry about my joking. My wife has been taking medicine lately; whether she can conceive will only be known after a few months."

Upon hearing that, Old Master Chen's face suddenly showed a hint of joy: "Lin Wei, that tomboy, has been like a boy since childhood. She can't bear children, and I don't find it strange at all. It's just a pity that your Chen family……" Old Master Chen suddenly remembered he himself also bears the surname Chen, and immediately corrected himself: "Now medical technology is so advanced, and you're not short of money, you should still be able to find a solution."

Chen Yang nodded and said: "Thank you for your concern, Old Master Chen; the doctor also said taking medicine can solve the problem."

Although Old Master Chen was dissatisfied with Lin Wei's role in matchmaking Chen Bing and Zhong Lin, he didn't intend to gloat over Chen Yang's misfortune in his presence. He promptly changed the subject: "You came to see me about the Dongjiang New City project, right?"

Chen Yang hadn't expected Old Master Chen to also be paying attention to the Dongjiang New City project; he asked, a bit surprised: "Old Master Chen, have you heard something about it?"

Old Master Chen said: "The Provincial Party Secretary talked to me today, asking me to focus on the Dongjiang New City project. I made a few calls and found that many people in Xingcheng are paying attention to this project."

"If I'm not mistaken, someone likely wanted to intervene in this project, but you turned them down?"

Chen Yang nodded and spoke frankly: "Some people are jealous of my investment of 15 billion in building Dongjiang New City; they want to come in and grab the ready-made benefits. I offered them a ten percent stake, but they weren't satisfied and demanded twenty percent. I had no choice but to go complain to the Provincial Party Committee's leaders."

Upon hearing that, Old Master Chen let out a cold snort: "These people, relying on their family connections, have been throwing their weight around in Xingcheng for ages, actually thinking Dongjiang Province has no law. Rest assured, as long as anyone dares to sabotage the Dongjiang New City project, I will definitely make them pay the price."

Chen Yang had been waiting for Old Master Chen's authoritative word; hearing this, he repeatedly expressed his thanks.

Old Master Chen, somewhat puzzled, asked Chen Yang: "You brat, with so much money, why don't you invest in Qingshui City, Shen City, or Yang City? On the turf of the Lin and Hu families, who would dare to give you trouble?"

Chen Yang said: "Old Master Chen, actually I've already made arrangements in the south. If development in Xingcheng doesn't go smoothly, I'll subsequently move everything southward."

Upon hearing that Chen Yang planned to move all his industries south, Old Master Chen was a bit shocked. If this news reached the ears of the Provincial Party Secretary and the Governor, Dongjiang Province might well experience a major upheaval.

"Chen Yang, don't rush into relocating your industries yet. The province places great importance on your investment in Xingcheng and has consistently offered policy support. If you kick up a fuss over a minor disagreement and threaten to leave, the Provincial Party Committee's leaders will be very disappointed."

Chen Yang's visit to Old Master Chen was precisely to gauge the attitude of the Provincial Party Committee leaders. Since most of them support him, there's no need to consider relocation.

"Old Master Chen, I'm deeply grateful for the provincial leadership's support. For Dongjiang Province's economic development, I've always been on the front lines. As long as the province can provide a fair and just investment environment, I will definitely stay on and contribute even more to my hometown."

Old Master Chen was very pleased with Chen Yang's receptive attitude. He encouraged Chen Yang: "As long as you believe something is right, go ahead and do it boldly. Dongjiang Province is a local government under the leadership of our Party, not some people's private garden. If they dare to recklessly sabotage Dongjiang Province's investment environment, the province will definitely deal with them severely."

After receiving the affirmative reply, Chen Yang expressed his thanks once more, then rose and bade farewell to Old Master Chen.

Old Master Chen didn't keep Chen Yang either; after Chen Yang's figure disappeared, he immediately told his wife: "Don't bother cooking today; later we'll go to Sunshine Garden Community to see our precious grandchild."

Chen Bing's mother looked at Old Master Chen, somewhat surprised, and said: "You said you wouldn't go there—how did you suddenly change your mind?"

Old Master Chen laughed: "Although Lin Wei is outstanding as a person, as a woman she cannot bear children. Chen Bing's wife has a poor background and lacks education, but she can continue the Chen family line."

Upon hearing that, Chen Bing's mother was torn between laughter and tears. She reminded Old Master Chen: "You can say that in front of us, but don't say it in front of the couple who founded the nation."

Old Master Chen said testily: "Do you think I'm a gossiping old woman on the street? I definitely wouldn't go around saying such things."