Chapter 1147: You

Chai Zhenkun remained calm and composed.

"People are not made of wood or stone; who can be without emotion?

The Mayor is also human; is it not very normal to divorce and remarry?

In the past, these officials might have been secretive about divorce, fearing it would affect their official careers.

However, social tolerance has increased now, and it is not rare for government cadres to divorce.

Even engaging in extramarital affairs or keeping a mistress will not affect their promotion; it will only be treated as fodder for gossip after tea and dinner."

Li Wenbo explained patiently, "This host, Xiaohua, has a twin brother who has been very active in Xiyang recently and often participates in business activities."

Upon hearing this, Chai Zhenkun's eyes lit up, "You mean to start with Mayor Jiang's brother-in-law?"

Li Wenbo nodded and said, "Although Mayor Jiang is incorruptible, the people around him are not necessarily clean. As long as we make good use of the people around him, we will have a way to make Mayor Jiang hesitate to act."

Chai Zhenkun nodded slightly, "The world of power is not about fighting and killing, but about using one's brain. Old Wu cannot keep up with the trends; he is far worse than you. I will leave this matter to you to handle."

Li Wenbo sighed; Chai Zhenkun had become much more low-key and cautious in his actions over the past few years.

If it were in the past, Chai Zhenkun might have used a more aggressive strategy.

Li Wenbo said confidently, "Please rest assured, it won't be long before Mayor Jiang becomes our friend."

He paused and changed the subject, "The details of Yechuan County's Strategic Eastward Expansion have already been released, and the gardens under your name have earned quite a lot."

A smile appeared on the corner of Chai Zhenkun's mouth; as early as a month ago, he had received this news from the provincial level and purchased four gardens in Yechuan County, transplanting a large number of expensive fruit trees.

Yechuan County is carrying out the Strategic Eastward Expansion.

The gardens will be requisitioned, and there will be compensation.

Several tens of millions will be credited to his account.

"The advice you gave me was good; once the compensation arrives, I will not treat you poorly. By the way, you should study the Strategic Eastward Expansion in depth to see if there are any other investment opportunities.

This time, the provincial government will successively allocate ten billion to attract investment from all sides.

Even if there is some padding in it, as long as we choose the right path, there will definitely be good returns."

A look of confidence appeared in Li Wenbo's eyes.

"Chairman, please rest assured. We have had huge advantages in Xiyang City for so many years, whether in terms of reputation, word-of-mouth, or connections.

With the help of the Strategic Eastward Expansion opportunity, we can earn at least nine figures!"

Chai Zhenkun smiled, "If you bet on the right chips, the position of General Manager of Zhenao Group will be yours to sit in."

Li Wenbo said excitedly, "Thank you, Chairman, I will definitely work hard."

"The Zhaojiang Wharf has been sealed; do you have a solution?"

"Actually, it is very easy to handle. As long as the Chairman spends some money, caters to their preferences, and does some charity, it will be fine."

"I understand what you mean."

In Chai Zhenkun's eyes, whether it was Li Wenbo or Wu Xiuyuan, they were just his chess pieces.

Wu Xiuyuan was a martial general; communicating with him required being direct.

Li Wenbo was a strategist; one had to promise great benefits to buy his loyalty.

……

After Li Wenbo left, Chai Zhenkun dialed Gong Weimin's phone number.

When Gong Weimin answered the phone, his tone was somewhat cold.

He knew that there was a problem with Zhaojiang Wharf.

"Is there anything?"

Chai Zhenkun said in a sincere tone, "Gong, regarding the issue at Zhaojiang Wharf, we have already begun to actively conduct self-inspection.

Wu Xiuyuan heard the news and fled in fear of punishment; his whereabouts are unknown.

I have looked into it, and everything was operated behind the scenes by him; I was kept in the dark."

Gong Weimin did not believe Chai Zhenkun's one-sided story.

"Boss Chai, Mayor Jiang proposed at the meeting to investigate Zhenao Group, but I blocked it.

You are a People's Congress Representative of Xiyang City and a well-known entrepreneur; I hope you can lead by example and treat this matter seriously.

When problems arise, you cannot just shift the blame.

Not only will Mayor Jiang not accept it, but I also find it hard to agree."

Chai Zhenkun sighed, "Gong, I have an idea!

Zhenao Group will compensate the victim to make up for his losses;

In addition, we will donate an elementary school to the government.

However, I hope to unseal Zhaojiang Wharf as soon as possible.

The sealing of the wharf not only causes losses to Zhenao but also brings a lot of trouble to our customers."

Gong Weimin was silent for a few seconds, "I will communicate this matter with Mayor Jiang. I hope you will take this as a warning and not make similar mistakes again."

Subsequently, Gong Weimin took the initiative to call Jiang Jing.

"Just now, Chai Zhenkun of Zhenao Group called me, and he has deeply reflected on his mistakes.

The problem with Zhaojiang Wharf is worth deep thought, but if it remains sealed for a long time, it will have a huge impact."

Jiang Jing knew Gong Weimin's intention, "Gong, I understand what you mean. However, rectifying Zhaojiang Wharf is to provide better service, and I think it is still necessary."

Gong Weimin felt Jiang Jing's determination and sighed, "Zhenao Group is willing to fund the construction of a new elementary school.

Although this method is a bit like 'mending the fold after the sheep is lost,' I think we should still give them a chance.

How about this: adjust the one-month sealing period to one week."

Gong Weimin is the top leader.

Jiang Jing did not want to make the relationship with Gong Weimin tense.

"Fine, we shall proceed according to your wishes."

After hanging up the phone with Jiang Jing, Gong Weimin rubbed his chin.

Jiang Jing was using Zhaojiang Wharf as a breakthrough point, attempting to tear open a corner of the iceberg that was Zhenao Group.

Behind Zhenao Group lay a massive network of connections.

To put it bluntly, Chai Zhenkun was nothing more than a white glove pushed forward by that group of people.

Gong Weimin had also once wanted to push open that door and see the world inside.

However, he had immediately felt immense pressure.

Jiang Jing's act of targeting Zhenao Group was very dangerous.

……

After hanging up the phone with Gong Weimin, Jiang Jing was silent for a few seconds before dialing Tang Ye's number.

"Mayor Jiang, hello, is there something you need?"

Jiang Jing said, "I just received instructions from Gong; the rectification period for Zhaojiang Wharf has been adjusted to one week."

Tang Ye did not feel surprised by this result.

"Mayor Jiang, the problems at Zhaojiang Wharf are very serious; just going through the motions will likely not resolve the issues."

Jiang Jing said: "This is Gong's requirement;

additionally, Zhenao Group has proactively offered to donate an elementary school."

Tang Ye was silent for a moment, then said with a smile, "In the Strategic Eastward Expansion Plan, we are going to build an elementary school in the new city. Why don't we have Zhenao Group fund this school! As for the rectification time for Zhaojiang Wharf, we will adjust it to one week as you requested."

Jiang Jing was stunned for a moment and remarked, "You are becoming more and more slippery."

Tang Ye laughed, "Having worked with you for so long, how could I not understand the principle of adapting to circumstances!"

"You, you're starting to be glib again!"

After hanging up the phone with Jiang Jing, Tang Ye took a deep breath.

He had just "bumped into" Zhenao Group!

He could feel the other party's power.

The issue of cargo theft alone was not enough to cause Zhenao Group any real damage.

For now, he could only hold his ground and wait for an opportunity……