Chapter 962: Setting Off for the Provincial Song and Dance Troupe!

Although Tang Ye had drunk quite a bit of alcohol last night, after waking up from a sleep, it was as if he had never drunk at all.

Having a high alcohol tolerance is definitely one of his natural gifts!

After showering, he followed an address to an inconspicuous little restaurant and glanced at his wristwatch; it was about 7:30.

Just as he sat down, a waiter immediately walked over and asked enthusiastically, "Boss, what would you like to eat?"

Tang Ye said, "Bring me a bowl of pita bread soaked in soup!"

The waiter smiled and said, "Please wait a moment."

Guests arrived one after another, and Tang Ye sat quietly in the corner.

He had come here specifically because Huang Sitian had told him before that this breakfast shop in Xijing had very authentic flavors, and she and her aunt often ate breakfast here.

Tang Ye had specifically timed his arrival, with the intention of a deliberate encounter.

Just as he was deep in thought, two women walked in from outside; they were none other than Huang Sitian and Huang He.

Tang Ye felt a surge of joy in his heart—had he really managed to wait them out?

Tang Ye did not rush to greet them, but instead continued to slowly tear apart his pita bread soaked in soup.

After Huang Sitian and Huang He were seated and finished ordering, Tang Ye walked over and said with a smile, "Secretary Huang, Teacher Huang, good morning!"

Huang Sitian was somewhat surprised, "Tang Ye, why are you here?"

Fearing that her aunt might not remember Tang Ye, she reminded her, "He is the Deputy County Party Secretary of Dayu County."

Huang He wore a smile, "I have met with Little Tang before."

Tang Ye explained, "I came to the Provincial Development and Reform Commission with the County Party Secretary to secure funding for the Yuyan Expressway project. I woke up early today wanting to taste some authentic Xijing cuisine, and I remembered Teacher Huang had recommended this place to me before, so I came to try it. Of course, I also deliberately timed my arrival to see if there was a possibility of running into Teacher Huang."

Huang He knew that Tang Ye would not appear here for no reason, so she still felt a bit of wariness in her heart.

However, Tang Ye had spoken very candidly, so she still appreciated his words.

"You are certainly thoughtful. Why not move over and eat together?"

"Alright, I'll go get my pita bread soaked in soup."

Tang Ye did not decline; he turned to fetch his pita bread soaked in soup, and after setting down the large bowl, he took several hundred-yuan bills and stuffed them into the waiter's hand, saying with a smile: "Keep the change, and bring us two of the shop's specialty dishes."

The waiter took the money without asking any further questions.

Soon, several side dishes were brought over, along with the change.

Huang He secretly glanced at her niece.

Huang Sitian's gaze remained fixed on Tang Ye, a faint, subtle smile playing on the corners of her lips.

Huang He sighed inwardly.

She had thought that once Huang Sitian returned to the Provincial Capital, she could clear away everything that happened in Dayu County.

However, it seemed it was not that easy.

"Secretary Tang, I heard from Han Jing that the new County Party Secretary was sent by the Central Committee?"

"Yes, she is a Central Selected Graduate who previously worked at the National Development and Reform Commission. Her arrival will be a great help to the development of Dayu County. Teacher Huang, I heard from Reporter Han that you have now been transferred to work at the Education Department?"

"That's right, come sit at the Education Department when you have time."

Huang He sat quietly with no expression on her face, listening to the two of them talk.

After finishing breakfast, Tang Ye parted ways with the two of them at the entrance.

Huang He and Huang Sitian's residence was not far from the restaurant.

Once they walked into the residential compound, Huang He asked softly, "Was Tang Ye waiting for us on purpose? Otherwise, it wouldn't have been such a coincidence!"

Huang Sitian said very earnestly, "Aunt, I haven't been in contact with Tang Ye for a long time. I mentioned this breakfast shop to him before.

This morning, because the auntie who helps at home took leave and you wanted to eat something hot, we decided on the spur of the moment to eat here.

Tang Ye isn't a fortune teller, so how could he have calculated that we would go there too?

Besides, if he really wanted to visit you, he could have easily contacted me.

Why go to all that extra trouble?"

Huang He nodded slightly, "That makes sense."

Having held a high position for a long time, she was sensitive to others' deliberate flattery.

Judging by Tang Ye's attitude, the traces of flattery were not obvious.

However.

She did not quite believe in fate; the Provincial Capital was so large, and to run into Tang Ye just by having breakfast was too much of a coincidence.

"You, stop being so suspicious. You are the Secretary of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection; he should be avoiding you!"

Huang He gave Huang Sitian a sharp look, "I am the Secretary of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection, not a monster or a demon. As long as he is clean in his official duties, why should he fear me?"

She thought to herself that her niece was still a bit too naive.

The Discipline Inspection Commission could interfere with the promotion of cadres.

They might not be able to make things happen, but they were more than capable of ruining them!

……

On the way back to the office, Tang Ye pondered to himself.

Since he had gotten to know Huang He, he should maintain contact.

Some resources might not be useful for the time being.

However, there was no guarantee they wouldn't be useful in the future.

Huang He was the Secretary of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection, the number five figure; given her age and gender, she would certainly have great development in the future, so he was laying the groundwork in advance.

In the future, it might have unexpected effects.

……

Returning to the office.

Tang Ye received a call from Shi Yao.

"Have you made an appointment with Troupe Leader Xue?"

"It's set. We'll meet at ten and have lunch together, so you can rest a while longer. I'll notify you around nine-thirty."

After hanging up on Tang Ye, Shi Yao lay there for a while longer before rolling over to get out of bed.

While changing clothes, she pulled at the neckline of her base layer in the mirror and adjusted the clasp of her bra to make her posture appear more upright.

Afterwards, she walked to the vanity, patted her face with cold water, and looked at herself in the mirror, noticing crow's feet at the corners of her eyes.

Facing the traces left on her face by the years, she couldn't help but feel a bit dazed.

After applying simple makeup, the doorbell rang.

The office staff delivered breakfast to her room.

Shredded pickled mustard greens, white flour steamed buns, lean meat porridge, and fried small fish—it suited her appetite at this moment very well.

She ate very slowly, savoring the crisp freshness of the side dish, the rustic quality of the white flour steamed bun, the tenderness of the porridge, and the crispy fragrance of the fried small fish...

At nine-thirty, Tang Ye called right on time.

Shi Yao arrived downstairs, transformed into a mature and rational female secretary.

Tang Ye instructed Chen Zhi, "Let's go, to the Provincial Song and Dance Troupe!"

The Provincial Song and Dance Troupe.

Inside the practice room.

Li Youyou leaped into the air; every movement was both standard and precise, as well as elegant and solemn, drawing admiring and envious gazes from those around her.

Her posture was upright, and her lines were beautiful.

Accompanied by the music, she danced gracefully, like a free little bird, stretching her body to her heart's content.

The others tacitly cleared a space. Her steps were agile and grew faster and faster; she spun several high-difficulty circles in the air and landed lightly.

Everyone present was deeply impressed by Li Youyou.

Although everyone who could enter the song and dance troupe was a top-tier talent, Li Youyou, as the star performer, was undoubtedly the most outstanding among them.

As the song ended, Li Youyou's movements froze in place.

Enthusiastic applause immediately erupted all around.

"Well danced!"

A man's cheer came from nearby.

Li Youyou looked toward the sound.

Hai Bin was walking toward her holding a bouquet of flowers.

"Teacher Li, these flowers are for you!"

Hindered by the many people around, Li Youyou forced an insincere smile onto her face.

Even so, she took the flowers from Hai Bin's hands and said perfunctorily, "Thank you!"

Hai Bin smiled and said, "Why be so polite with me?"

"Boss Hai, why are you here?" Li Youyou asked softly.

"I came to discuss some matters with Troupe Leader Xue. Isn't there a charity performance in May?"

Hai Bin answered with a smile.

Li Youyou certainly couldn't guess his true intentions!

He planned to use this project to make Li Youyou his woman!