Chapter 1858: It is More Respectful to Obey than to Decline

"Alright then, let's go to our usual spot. How does that sound?" Zhao Desan said in a very soft tone.

"Fine, but I have other things booked for the evening. I don't know if you want to go home after dinner, or..." He Liping asked, probing.

"This..." Zhao Desan was momentarily speechless, but immediately said tactfully: "It would be best if you could cancel your other plans!"

"Giggle," He Liping laughed, then said: "Alright, then I shall respectfully obey!"

"Mm, then see you tonight!" Zhao Desan hung up the phone, feeling relieved.

After hanging up, Zhao Desan hesitated for a moment, wondering if he should call Zheng Jie first. On one hand, it would keep her from worrying, and on the other, he could ask her about things he wanted to know. But when he picked up the phone and dialed a few digits, he slammed it back down, thinking to himself: Damn it, am I being a masochist? She's the one who wronged me, so why am I the one who has to cater to her? "Hmph," I won't pay her any mind first. I want to see what she can do! Besides, I'm doing all this for her, to climb to a higher position and secure business. Otherwise, why would I have to wade through this muddy water to win the trust of that Baldy Zheng?

Thinking of this, Zhao Desan felt as tall as a savior, and at the same time felt like a lucky man. Fortunately, he had the foresight to win over this strong woman, He Liping, first. Otherwise, not only would he not have his current status, but this migrant worker wage dispute would likely have left him in a complete mess. It seems he really needs to treat this beautiful, strong woman who thinks of him and protects him in every way to a good time tonight!

Without realizing it, Zhao Desan was actually looking forward to the early arrival of the night. This desire for a woman was a feeling he had only had since returning from his training. He didn't know why he was looking forward to it so much. Was he looking forward to He Liping's body, or was he looking forward to her bringing him the benefits to resolve his problems... Perhaps it was both!

Just as Zhao Desan wanted to relax and continue saving his energy for the date that night, trouble arrived.

He hadn't seen the face of Director Wang from the Comprehensive Office for several days, but today, he appeared silently at the door of Zhao Desan's office. Zhao Desan saw Director Wang by chance and was stunned for a moment, not knowing if he was looking for him or just passing by, so he had to smile and ask: "Director Wang, are you looking for me...?"

"If I weren't looking for you, why would I be here?" Director Wang hadn't changed his temper at all.

"Oh, then please come in, please come in!" Zhao Desan smiled and welcomed Director Wang. After all, as the head of the Comprehensive Office, this old man still held a lot of power!

Director Wang didn't stand on ceremony and strode into Zhao Desan's office. Zhao Desan hurriedly offered a seat, but he waved his hand and said: "No need, it's just a one-sentence matter."

Zhao Desan hurriedly asked respectfully: "Director Wang, what is it you need? Please instruct me!"

"Go to the police station immediately. They have something to ask you," Director Wang said with a dark face.

"Po... Police... station?" Zhao Desan asked, very confused, and then added: "What does the police station want with me?"

"Oh, it's not that you have a problem, it's our Construction Committee's business that you need to handle." After Director Wang finished speaking, he didn't wait for Zhao Desan's response, gave him a sidelong glance, and turned to walk out...

Zhao Desan became anxious. He darted in front of Director Wang in a flash, blocking him with his arm, and asked urgently: "Director Wang, you... you at least have to tell me what it's about, right?"

"Won't you know once you get there?" Director Wang said stubbornly.

Zhao Desan was furious, thinking: You old bastard, it seems you are going against me at every turn. Forget it, I don't need you to tell me; let's see how I handle you. Thinking of this, Zhao Desan retracted his outstretched arm, laughed "hehe," and said: "Safe travels, Director Wang. I'll go once I finish the work at hand..."

"What do you mean finish your work first? No, you have to go now, go immediately. People are waiting there!" Sure enough, Director Wang was a bit anxious.

Zhao Desan was happy inside. He couldn't help but laugh wickedly and say: "Director Wang, it's not a matter of whether I want to or not. I have urgent matters assigned by the Director at hand that cannot be delayed."

"This..." Director Wang was speechless, his eyes widening as if he were about to unleash his old authority, but seeing Zhao Desan's disdainful look, he turned into a soft eggplant and continued: "Little Zhao, I really can't get away here. Please just make the trip. It's actually nothing major; it's just that Section Chief Lan from the Planning Section had a little incident with a street thug. Just go over and explain the situation."

"What? What did you say?" This time it was Zhao Desan's turn to widen his eyes.

"That's all there is to it, nothing more!" Director Wang thought he wanted to know the rest of the story.

Zhao Desan also realized that his reaction was too intense upon hearing the name Section Chief Lan, so he restrained himself and said: "Alright, Director Wang, I'll go for your sake!" In fact, he was already burning with anxiety...

Zhao Desan strode out of the Construction Committee's comprehensive office building. He was anxious but also furious. He didn't know why he felt like someone who had lost his way; otherwise, why was it that every beautiful woman he had any connection with was always in trouble? If it wasn't one thing, it was another.

Without thinking, Zhao Desan burst into the police station's duty room. As soon as he entered, he saw Lan Mei sitting there with her head down. Zhao Desan hurriedly stepped forward, grabbed her shoulders, and asked: "Section Chief Lan, what is going on?"

Lan Mei looked up at Zhao Desan and asked: "What are you here for?"

"I'm here to solve your problem!" Zhao Desan wondered if something was wrong with Lan Mei's brain; otherwise, how could she be so unappreciative of kindness!

"Is it necessary?" Lan Mei's words grew colder.

Zhao Desan stared blankly, not knowing how to respond. At this moment, the duty officer sitting to the side stood up, smiled at Zhao Desan, and said: "May I ask, are you the Deputy Section Chief Liu from the Construction Committee?"

Zhao Desan was just standing there not knowing what to do. Seeing the officer take the initiative to greet him, he hurriedly stood up, nodded with a smile, and said: "Yes, yes, that's me, that's me!"

"The Construction Committee has already notified us, saying that a Deputy Section Chief Liu would come personally to handle this matter," the duty officer said very politely.

"Oh, yes, yes, I have full authority to represent the Construction Committee's opinion..." Zhao Desan paused, then immediately asked: "Oh, by the way, may I ask what exactly is the matter?"

The duty officer was also stunned, staring at Zhao Desan and asking: "You don't know what the matter is yet?"

"Hehe..." Zhao Desan's embarrassment was beyond words. He looked at Lan Mei, meaning for her to take the initiative and tell him the cause of the incident quickly, so he could at least save some face.

However, Lan Mei refused to buy it; she just wouldn't give him that face. Seeing Zhao Desan looking at her with pleading eyes, she turned her head away and ignored his plea for help.