Chapter 988

Although they sat at the same table, it was impossible to become real friends after just one meal.

Section Chief Feng and Director Liao were already in their thirties, past the age of being full of fantasies about women.

However, Zhao Meihong's charm was indeed difficult for men to resist, but the men present all knew Zhao Meihong's hidden identity.

Therefore, everyone maintained politeness and respect when facing Zhao Meihong, at least on the surface.

But for the young and beautiful Zhao Meilan, the three men were much more enthusiastic.

Although in terms of age, Zhao Meilan was not of the same generation as Section Chief Feng and Director Liao.

But Zhao Meilan didn't have a trace of restraint or nervousness; she was generous when speaking, and her lively and cheerful personality made people feel happy.

After drinking some wine, the cheeks of this pair of sisters flushed with rouge red, especially Zhao Meihong's pair of peach blossom eyes, which were full of charm, like a pool of spring water or hazy mist; she was truly a fox spirit that captivated people's hearts.

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Even Cao Weiguo had strong impulses at several moments, wanting to pull the other party into his arms and love her wantonly.

No wonder Deputy Director Li didn't bother with Liu Lan after hooking up with Zhao Meihong.

This Zhao Meihong was not on the same level as Liu Lan at all.

Liu Lan's appearance was okay and could be rated seventy points, while this Zhao Meihong could fully be rated ninety points.

It's just that this charming flower already had an owner; Cao Weiguo had a scale in his heart and knew what was important.

He calmly suppressed the most primitive and real impulse of human desire.

Zhao Meilan held her wine glass and smiled sweetly: "Director Cao, can I call you Brother Cao? I have never admired anyone, but now I admire you. We are clearly the same age, but you are so excellent and have done so many big things for the factory. You are my idol. I am so happy to be able to eat with you, let me toast you."

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Zhao Meilan, with her flushed face, looked up and drank a cup of Maotai, and Zhao Meihong smiled and filled Cao Weiguo's cup.

Could one lose to female comrades at the wine table?

Cao Weiguo also picked up his wine glass and drank it in one gulp, with Section Chief Feng and Director Liao laughing and booing on the side.

This meal was hosted by Zhao Meihong; even though Director Liao had the highest rank, Cao Weiguo was still the center of the wine table.

Just because these people all had requests for Cao Weiguo!

Either seeking care or seeking help!

Facing the sisters' turn-based toasting, Cao Weiguo couldn't hold on even with his "deep skills."

Fortunately, he was also tested by alcohol, so he turned around and pulled over Section Chief Feng, who was booing.

Who told Section Chief Feng to be his subordinate!

Blocking wine for a superior is a subordinate's duty!

"Director Zhao, if you want to do a good job in the cafeteria, you must communicate well with Old Feng. Procurement in and out of the cafeteria is like brothers."

"If you don't let Old Feng drink to his heart's content, how can he work well?"

"Section Chief Feng! Let's touch one!"

With Old Feng coming up to block the wine, Cao Weiguo immediately felt relaxed.

Sitting on the chair and rubbing his bloated stomach, a wave of drunkenness surged into his heart.

"Brother Cao, eat some vegetables."

Zhao Meilan wrapped a duck roll for Cao Weiguo and gently placed it on the plate.

The slightly tipsy Zhao Meilan had a flushed face; perhaps because she ate roast duck, her lips were oily and bright, which set off her youthful liveliness even more.

"Thank you, Comrade Meilan!"

"Brother Cao, you are too polite!"

Zhao Meilan laughed, twisting her delicate body and leaning toward Cao Weiguo.

As the distance got closer, Cao Weiguo could smell the fragrance of snow cream.

This made him move away quietly; one must pay attention to influence in public.

Zhao Meilan said in a charming voice: "Two days ago, I asked Director Liu to apply for office supplies for reception, but he said it must be signed by you."

Cao Weiguo thought for a while and said: "Director Liu is working according to the process. Let's do this: I will pay attention to it tomorrow, and if there is no problem, I will pass it for you urgently."

Zhao Meilan smiled and said: "Thank you, Brother Cao, you are so good!"

Cao Weiguo smiled lightly: "Don't think too much, I am doing this entirely for work, so as not to have any slips during reception. In the future, follow the process as it should be; rules cannot be broken."

After eating and drinking, Cao Weiguo rushed to pay the bill.

The money spent on this meal was more than that stack of industrial coupons.

It wasn't that Cao Weiguo was a male chauvinist; it was really that he didn't want to take Zhao Meihong's small advantage.

Zhao Meihong also understood Cao Weiguo's meaning, and she felt uncomfortable that the money wasn't spent.

After the group parted ways, Cao Weiguo went home alone.

Before his butt was even warm at home, the Third Uncle walked in.

"Third Uncle, it's so late and you haven't rested yet!"

The Third Uncle stared at the roast duck on the table, his throat rolling uncontrollably:

"Weiguo, you went out to socialize again."

Cao Weiguo complained: "Indeed, no way, these worldly affairs are entangled, I can't push them away."

The Third Uncle laughed: "You are a factory leader, it's normal to have many things."

Cao Weiguo asked: "Third Uncle, do you have something to do with me?"

The Third Uncle said: "There is something I want to chat with you about."

Saying this, he pulled a chair and sat down familiarly.

Cao Weiguo said to Song Yulan: "Pour a glass of water for the Third Uncle, and clean up these things too."

"Third Uncle, drink some water."

Song Yulan poured a glass of plain boiled water, and then took away the roast duck and sesame seed cakes on the table.

The Third Uncle stared at the roast duck as it went away, unable to stop swallowing his saliva.

He secretly cursed Cao Weiguo for being too stingy, not even knowing how to let his uncle eat a bite of roast duck.

The Third Uncle withdrew his gaze and began to preach in the capacity of an elder:

"Weiguo, look at how prosperous your family's life is. Both husband and wife are employees, not worried about food or clothing. You are also a factory leader, holding a high salary; even if you eat meat every day, you won't be able to finish it."

"But you can't just enjoy yourself when living your life; you also have to help the suffering neighbors."

"Take the Jia family, for example. A family of orphans and widows. After Dongxu passed away, it all relied on Qin Huairu working alone. One person's salary supports five people; that is truly not easy."

"Weiguo, it's not that the Third Uncle is being a busybody, I'm telling you this for your own good."

"After all, you are a young and promising leader. As a leader, you must set a good example for the masses."

"Banggeng and Jia Zhangshi were wrong, but the Jia family's situation is indeed difficult. You took away one hundred yuan from the Jia family in one breath; that is a heavy and fatal blow to the Jia family."

"It is said that tonight, the five members of the Jia family each drank a bowl of cornmeal porridge, and the porridge was so thin it could be used as a mirror. Banggeng and the three children were crying in the room from hunger."

"That miserable situation makes people cry when they hear it. Tell me, if this spreads out, what will people outside think, and how will people spread it? Will someone say you are heartless, say you bully orphans and widows, this is not good for your reputation..."

Cao Weiguo interrupted the Third Uncle's rambling: "Third Uncle, what exactly do you mean? Coming to speak up for the Jia family?"

The Third Uncle hurriedly said: "Look at what you're saying, I don't have that meaning. My meaning is that you are a leader and must care about your reputation, don't let people outside think and talk nonsense. I suggest you return the money to the Jia family, treat it as Banggeng's medical expenses, and also treat it as providing for the Jia family's orphans and widows. If this spreads, people will say you are open and atmospheric, righteous and loving, which is good for you."

Cao Weiguo said coldly: "Third Uncle, don't blame me for rejecting your face, it's really that the Jia family is bullying people too much. In broad daylight, they climbed the window to steal things at my house. This behavior is not only despicable, but also doesn't take me, Cao Weiguo, seriously. If I don't give the Jia family some lessons, what will happen to the atmosphere in the courtyard in the future, and what will happen to my face? I know what you said about caring about reputation makes sense, but I firmly believe that evil cannot prevail over good, justice is in the hearts of the people, and the eyes of the masses are sharp. As for those who chew their tongues behind their backs, those with ulterior motives will not succeed. If they dare to maliciously slander and defame, they will be punished as they deserve."

The Third Uncle was blocked by Cao Weiguo's words and couldn't breathe, stammering and unable to speak: "This! You! Hey! Weiguo, listen to me, one must be magnanimous..."

Cao Weiguo interrupted the Third Uncle mercilessly: "Third Uncle, it's not early, I want to rest. You should also sleep early, old people should sleep early and get up early, so they can live a long life."

Cao Weiguo issued an order to evict the guest, and the Third Uncle left dejectedly.

After returning home and closing the door, he started scolding: "This Cao Weiguo is simply cold-hearted, without any human touch, heartless, and without any compassion..."

Seeing this, the Third Aunt said: "I told you to mind your own business. Can Cao Weiguo listen to you? Can he bow to the Jia family? Impossible! You! You should think about how to deal with Jia Zhangshi. If you can't get the compensation, can Jia Zhangshi be willing to use those dirt clods to boil water and cook?"

The Third Uncle said with disdain: "So what if she's not willing? That's what she was willing to buy! The money and goods are cleared, and no returns are accepted! She has already offended Old Yi, and is not liked by Old Liu, so what? Does she still want to challenge me, the Third Uncle? That's her not wanting to stay in the courtyard anymore!" ===== CHAPTER 990 =====