Chapter 227: Envious That You Have a Golden Turtle Son-in-law!

Wang Xingjian picked up his wine glass and said enthusiastically to the middle-aged man beside him:

"The last time we drank and chatted happily, it must date back ten years ago."

"I remember you told me back then that you wouldn't return home unless you were wealthy."

"Since you've returned home this time, you must have plans to invest."

"If you consider Suiyuan County, I will certainly provide you with the most favorable policies."

The middle-aged man laughed at himself: "Secretary Wang, when I went into business back then, I did indeed earn some money. But compared to you, I am nothing more than a merchant reeking of copper."

Wang Xingjian couldn't help but chuckle softly and continued to probe: "Thinking back, if you hadn't resigned, you would at least be a Department-level Official by now. You radiate an aura of wealth; now that you're back, what specific ideas do you have?"

The middle-aged man turned his head to look at the young woman beside him and said with a smile: "To be honest, the main purpose of this return is to survey investment opportunities, and I have entrusted all related matters to my daughter."

Wang Xingjian raised his wine glass, cast his gaze toward the woman, and said with a face full of smiles: "In that case, I will have to rely heavily on your daughter in the future!"

The guest being entertained today was none other than An Guohao and his daughter.

An Guohao and Wang Xingjian were once colleagues.

An Guohao had invested in real estate in Hai Province and carved out a niche for himself. When Wang Xingjian went there for a survey, the two had kept in touch.

In recent years, An Guohao's real estate empire had expanded rapidly.

Wang Xingjian had been trying to persuade An Guohao to invest in Huai Province.

Now that An Guohao had returned, Wang Xingjian had specially arranged this social engagement.

Wang Xingjun operated a civil engineering company and had secured quite a few plots of land in Suiyuan County.

If he could obtain An Guohao's investment, it would bring in hundreds of millions in revenue.

Therefore, Wang Xingjun attached extra importance to today's dinner.

At this moment, Wang Xingjian's Secretary quietly walked to his side, leaned over, and whispered a few words into his ear.

Wang Xingjian's expression changed slightly, and he said to An Guohao with an apologetic face: "I'm really sorry, I have a friend dining in the next private room. I'll go over to say hello and will be back shortly."

An Guohao's expression was gentle as he smiled and said: "Please, go ahead."

Wang Xingjian gave Wang Xingjun a look, and Wang Xingjun hurriedly followed.

As soon as Wang Xingjian reached the outside, his expression instantly darkened as he questioned: "Do you know who the person you clashed with is?"

Wang Xingjun said dismissively: "Some shrew driving a piece-of-junk car, how much capability could she have?"

Wang Xingjian wished he could make Wang Xingjun go get double-eyelid surgery.

"She is Du Chengfeng's younger sister. Du Chengfeng is holding a family banquet in the next room today; I had my Secretary specifically go and inquire. Can you be more steady in your actions in the future?"

Wang Xingjun hurriedly offered a fawning smile.

"I really didn't expect her to be Du Chengfeng's sister. No wonder she has such a temper and speaks so sharply."

"Bullying others by relying on someone else's power! Du Chengfeng has been County Party Secretary for less than half a year; compared to you, he's still a bit green. With such a big backer, his sister isn't doing so well herself! I heard Du Chengfeng is rigid; trying to ask him for a favor is harder than climbing the Ascension Ladder. It's hard for someone like that to get anywhere!"

Wang Xingjian glared at his younger brother in annoyance.

He thought to himself, when it comes to bullying others by relying on power, the two of you are neck and neck!

"What do you know! Du Chengfeng is a favorite in front of Zhou Chengwu; barring any accidents, he is destined to become a City Leader in the future."

Wang Xingjun curled his lips in disdain: "Brother, don't boost his morale; his qualifications and connections are far inferior."

Although Wang Xingjian and Du Chengfeng were both County Party Secretaries, their stances were different, and their potential for development also varied.

Wang Xingjian was similar in age to Du Chengfeng and had become County Party Secretary a step earlier, and was highly regarded by Xiao Jingyu.

Du Chengfeng, however, was a newcomer whom Zhou Chengwu had focused on cultivating and promoting after taking office.

Therefore, the two were effectively in a competitive relationship.

Once a Deputy Department-level Official position became vacant in the city, both of them would be listed as candidates for consideration.

If a County Party Secretary were to be promoted, it would certainly not be an ordinary Deputy Department-level position; there would be an opportunity to enter the Standing Committee directly and become a true City Leader with real power.

Although Du Chengfeng had served as County Party Secretary for a shorter time, he had served as County Magistrate for a long time, so compared to Wang Xingjian, he did not fall behind in the competition.

The path of officialdom is just like the Ascension Ladder in cultivation novels: one step at a time. To advance further, one must not only rely on one's own strength but also on a bit of luck.

Du Chengfeng had been in great luck these past few years, and his political achievements made Wang Xingjian feel envious.

Wang Xingjian often consoled himself, feeling that being a County Party Secretary in this life and acting as a carefree "Carefree Marquis" was already satisfying enough.

However, in the vanity fair of officialdom, who can truly suppress the yearning and pursuit for higher power?

The door to the private room was pushed open with a creak, and Wang Xingjian walked in steadily with a warm smile, holding a wine glass.

"I am truly sorry for the abrupt intrusion. There was some unpleasantness just now, and I came over specifically to apologize."

Seeing it was Wang Xingjian, Du Chengfeng immediately stood up with a faint smile on his face: "It was my sister who was at fault first. She hasn't had her driver's license for long and had trouble while reversing."

Wang Xingjian waved his hand and said with a sincere attitude: "Comrade Cheng Feng, you are too polite. I have already severely criticized my brother just now. All repair costs will be covered by him, and any depreciation loss of the vehicle will also be compensated. In this society, there are too many road rage patients. Xingjun is already quite old, yet he was still so impulsive; it really shouldn't have happened."

Du Chengfeng thought to himself that Wang Xingjian was indeed an old hand in officialdom, handling things with extreme sophistication.

"Compensation is unnecessary. My sister has already reported it to the insurance company, and everything will go through the insurance process. As for damaging Mr. Wang's car, the insurance company will also cover it."

Wang Xingjian laughed heartily: "Let them handle the follow-up matters. Today is a family banquet, and I am truly sorry for running into such a thing. I will toast everyone twice: the first is to apologize for what happened just now, and the second is to wish your family happiness and fulfillment."

Tang Ye sighed inwardly from the side that Wang Xingjian handled things flawlessly.

Of course, this was also because Wang Xingjian believed Du Chengfeng was at the same level as himself, which was why he gave so much face.

If it had been someone of a slightly lower rank, it likely wouldn't have been this kind of situation.

After finishing the two glasses of wine, Wang Xingjian smiled and lamented to Du Chengfeng: "Comrade Cheng Feng, I really envy you for having such a good son-in-law. He put in a lot of effort into the Provincial Agricultural Reclamation Group project. Otherwise, this project would certainly have fallen to our Suiyuan County."

Tang Ye felt slightly awkward; Wang Xingjian's words were full of sourness.

Of course, it was also an assist for himself, making his favorability in his prospective father-in-law's heart soar!

Du Chengfeng smiled faintly and looked at Tang Ye with satisfaction.

But he spoke modestly:

"Tang Ye put in a lot of effort, but he was certainly considering the overall situation from the perspective of the entire city."

"Suiyuan County has significant advantages in industry; Tianling County still has much to learn from you in this regard."