Chapter 73: The Charming and Fox-like Sister-in-law!

The restaurant is named "Zhuxi Jia Chu".

It features a garden-style design with elegant decor; there is a world within, leading to private rooms, with stone slabs carved with flowers and birds laid on the ground, bamboo forests on both sides, and two plum blossom trees in full, charming bloom.

Entering the building, traditional Chinese paintings hang on the walls, primarily in a pastoral style.

Tang Ye previously worked in the Old Cadre Bureau and had eaten here a few times.

The owner's surname is Ruan, and his ancestor was a veteran official of three reigns in the mid-Qing Dynasty, holding the rank of Grand Secretary of the Hall of Benevolent Cultivation, the same level as Liu Yong, equivalent to a modern-day Standing Committee Member, a national-level leader.

A simple meal here costs an entire month's salary.

If Cai Meifen were not paying the bill, Tang Ye would never come here to spend money.

For Cai Meifen to host a dinner in such a high-end place, her close friend must not be an ordinary person.

Furthermore, there must be a deeper meaning behind it.

Cai Meifen had said before that she wanted to retire.

However, Tang Ye felt that Cai Meifen was not such a "content" woman.

Although Tang Ye is only at the Deputy Section Level, Pinghu is about to welcome unprecedented development.

The resources he holds in his hands are enough to make many people flock to him.

Of course, he constantly tells himself not to be tempted by the outside world and deviate from his path.

Cai Meifen chose a private room named Cuizhu.

After being seated.

Tang Ye asked curiously, "Where is your friend? How long until she arrives?"

A smile danced in Cai Meifen's eyes, "Why are you always concerned about my friend? Can't you care more about me?"

Sun Hai said with a grin, "Sister Meifen, having my concern is enough for you; don't be too greedy."

Cai Meifen rolled her eyes at Sun Hai, "I don't want your concern. I am a very devoted person; once I fall in love with someone, I won't accept anyone else."

Sun Hai is familiar with Cai Meifen, so he spoke quite freely, "I don't believe it; you will be won over by me sooner or later."

Cai Meifen poked Sun Hai's forehead with her finger, "If you keep talking nonsense, I'm going to tell your girlfriend."

A look of disappointment appeared on Sun Hai's face, "Hey, I don't have a girlfriend."

Cai Meifen laughed triumphantly, "Take that smooth-talking energy you use on me and use it on her; I guarantee you'll succeed! Shall we make a bet?"

"What bet?"

"Let's see if you chase down that female Police officer first, or if I chase down Town Mayor Tang first."

Sun Hai burst into laughter, "Then I'll definitely win! Town Mayor Tang doesn't look highly upon you."

Cai Meifen reached out to slap Sun Hai's arm, "Go to hell! I'm so great, why wouldn't he look highly upon me!"

Tang Ye smiled and ordered a few dishes with the waiter, then handed the menu to Cai Meifen.

Cai Meifen added two more substantial dishes.

Sun Hai said with a grin, "Thanks for the treat, Sister Cai."

Cai Meifen's age is actually not great; she started working at sixteen and is now a year younger than Sun Hai, but because of her rich social experience, she gives Sun Hai the feeling of an older sister.

Cai Meifen did not clarify this point; the title "Sister Cai" made her feel respected.

Cai Meifen laughed charmingly, "I am treating Town Mayor Tang; you are just tagging along. If I were you, I'd be tactful and leave. Don't be a third wheel."

Sun Hai grabbed a handful of melon seeds and started cracking them, "Hey, you little demoness, wanting to eat the flesh of Tang Seng, this Old Sun does not agree!"

Cai Meifen was stunned for a moment, then cast a flirtatious glance at Tang Ye, "Who wants to eat whose flesh is not yet certain!"

Tang Ye deliberately pretended not to see it!

Seeing the waiter preparing to serve the dishes.

Tang Ye waved his hand softly to stop them: "There is still one person missing, wait a moment!"

No sooner had the words left his lips than the door to the private room was pushed open.

The waiter placed a seafood box overflowing with sauce-rich aroma on the table, containing abalone, sea cucumber, and shark fin, yellowish in color, fresh and tender, making one's mouth water.

Tang Ye reminded the waiter, "Did you bring the wrong dish? We didn't order this."

A woman's crisp laughter came from the doorway, "That's correct, this is the abalone, sea cucumber, and shark fin pot I brought."

Tang Ye and Sun Hai looked toward the sound in unison.

A tall, slender, and incredibly alluring woman swept in with a fragrant breeze.

She took off her black trench coat, revealing a deep-V red long dress underneath, wearing a gleaming necklace on her chest, her skin as white and smooth as snow.

Flaming red lips, high cheekbones, short wavy hair, fair skin, and light in her eyes.

Tang Ye stood up and reached out his hand, "Sister-in-law, long time no see."

Tang Ye was quite surprised; he hadn't expected that the friend Cai Meifen spoke of was Hu Mingsheng's wife, Zhu Junting.

Thinking about it carefully, it was actually normal.

Cai Meifen is the Acting Chief placed by Bi Danian at the Shashi Factory;

And, Zhu Junting is Bi Danian's goddaughter.

Zhu Junting was stunned for a moment, then laughed in spite of herself, "We have only met once. I didn't expect your memory to be so good that you would remember me. I was even afraid it would be awkward."

Tang Ye said with a smile, "Although it was only a fleeting glance, it is hard to forget a woman as outstanding as you."

Zhu Junting smiled without smiling, "Your mouth is truly sweet, but it's a pity I'm not a little girl; sweet talk can't fool me."

Tang Ye thought to himself, with your status and background, what would I gain by fooling you?

He introduced Zhu Junting to Sun Hai to ease the awkwardness, "This is Ms. Zhu Junting, the President of Haihua Group."

Sun Hai realized what was happening, hurriedly stood up, and exchanged pleasantries with Zhu Junting, "I have long admired your name."

Zhu Junting had long since learned of Sun Hai's identity from Cai Meifen.

Seemingly just a companion, he is actually Tang Ye's spokesperson.

She entrusted Cai Meifen to set up this meeting, and it was certainly not on a whim.

She had gained a deep understanding of Tang Ye.

Although Tang Ye was only a Deputy Section Level Official, he had the line of Municipal Party Secretary Zhou Chengwu hidden behind him.

If it hadn't been for that sudden visit from Tang Ye, reminding Hu Mingsheng and Bi Danian to cut ties early, she and her husband would inevitably have been implicated.

When Sun Hai grasped Zhu Junting's soft, boneless fingers, his face turned red.

It wasn't that Sun Hai was inexperienced.

He had never encountered a mature woman like Zhu Junting, who was full of charm and confidence; even knowing it was dangerous, it stirred the desire for exploration hidden deep in a man's heart.

After Zhu Junting sat down, she smiled at Cai Meifen and said, "I'm treating today, you don't have any objections, right?"

Cai Meifen tugged at her sleeve and said with a beaming smile, "I don't have to spend money and I get to eat a good meal; I couldn't ask for more!"

Zhu Junting gave a faint smile, "You really are understanding. I'm sorry for stealing your role as host, so how about this!" She rummaged through her bag, pulled out a VIP card, and handed it to Cai Meifen, "From now on, you get a fifty percent discount at my beauty salon."

Cai Meifen did not stand on ceremony and tucked the card into her bag, "Then I won't be polite."

Zhu Junting then took out another card and handed it to Sun Hai, "President Sun, this is a VIP card for Haihua Building. You can get a discount whenever you shop at any of the stores there."

Tang Ye secretly thought that this was the brilliance of Cai Meifen.

She knew Tang Ye's identity and character; he would certainly refuse out of a desire to keep his reputation clean, but giving it to Sun Hai was far less troublesome.

Moreover, it was a discount card, not a prepaid card, so there would be no economic issues.

Sun Hai hesitated.

Tang Ye smiled and said, "Since it's a kind gesture from your sister-in-law, just accept it!"

Sun Hai had already figured it out: this meal was arranged by Cai Meifen to introduce Zhu Junting to Tang Ye, and he was just there to keep them company.

He couldn't help but think that Tang Seng was doing better and better.

Zhu Junting was very famous, and her influence even overshadowed Hu Mingsheng.

Back then, Hu Mingsheng was just a fishmonger; it was only with Zhu Junting's help that he became Bi Danian's godson and the person in charge of Haihua Group.

Rumors in the underworld said that whoever the sister-in-law chose was the true big brother...

Zhu Junting brought out Wuliangye, and Sun Hai licked his dry lips.

She smiled lightly, unscrewed the cap, and poured a glass for Sun Hai; Sun Hai's face turned red again.

Tang Ye secretly admired her; Zhu Junting was truly a person who knew how to handle social situations, observing everything around her.

Even though Sun Hai seemed like a supporting character, she managed not to neglect him, which showed her extremely brilliant social skills.

After three rounds of drinks.

Zhu Junting said to Cai Meifen, "Haihua Group has recently secured two new projects, and we can hand over the earthwork transport contract to your company."

Cai Meifen's face glowed like a peach blossom, and she was all smiles, "Thank you, sister-in-law, I'll toast you!"

After finishing the drink, Zhu Junting brushed the bangs from her forehead and looked toward Tang Ye, "Town Mayor Tang, I heard that the provincial-level Resort Project is going to be located in Pinghu. I wonder if our Haihua Group might have a chance?"

Tang Ye smiled, "Haihua Group is one of the top private enterprises in Hanzhou. The resort will have a large amount of engineering work that needs to be outsourced, and with Haihua Group's strength, there will definitely be many opportunities. However, if you ask me, I cannot guarantee anything. After all, I am only a Deputy Town Mayor; the power in my hands is too small, and my words carry little weight, so it is hard for me to be of much use."

"Town Mayor Tang is being modest. Our Haihua Group will actively prepare the bidding documents, and when the time is right, you can just help us make an introduction or put in a good word."

Communication between smart people relies on knowing when to stop.

Zhu Junting picked up her wine glass.

Tang Ye clinked his glass lightly against hers.

The glasses made a crisp sound, reaching a tacit understanding.

Sun Hai finally understood.

So this dinner was aimed at the much-talked-about Pinghu provincial-level Resort Project.

Zhu Junting wanted to ask Tang Ye for help to get a foot in the door.

A woman as bright and moving as a fox; could Tang Ye handle her?

Regardless, Sun Hai was quite happy with this meal today.

His ambition wasn't that big.

If his earthwork transport company could secure a project from Haihua Group, it would not only solve their own survival problems but could even allow them to grow bigger and stronger.