Chapter 27: The Hong Lou Meeting Place

  Immediately, Zhang Qingyun and Li Gang had an in-depth discussion on all aspects of Yongping. The two people talked more and more, their interest became stronger, and Zhang Qingyun's hard work during this period was very inspiring to Li Gang.

  The two men talked for more than two hours, and the direction of work for the new year was already determined. In summary, it is "to conceal one's light and bide one's time, to observe changes quietly, to grasp agriculture firmly without letting go, to win over the middle-of-the-road faction..."

  In Zhang Qingyun's words, this is the Balance Wood tactic, neither biased nor leaning, neither left nor right. In this world, it is impossible to have eternal balance. Once the balance is broken, the opportunity will come. Lei Gang is now waiting for such an opportunity.

  "Great, Little Zhang, you're absolutely right! With your level of talent, I'd be happy to have you as my secretary. If the organization really doesn't care about background and is willing to lower its standards to attract talent, you could even become a county head." Lijiang said with great enthusiasm.

  Zhang Qingyun's face changed, and he hastily stood up, repeatedly saying that he didn't dare, his back was covered in cold sweat. He continuously gave Li Gang a few high hats, and only then did he feel at ease. He thought to himself that from now on, he had to hold back a bit, otherwise, who knows when he would follow in Yang Xiu's footsteps.

  "Alright, anyway, our working days are almost over. You can stay here tonight and we'll head back to Yongping together early tomorrow morning."

  Lijiang personally called to arrange accommodation for Zhang Qingyun, who stood up and repeatedly declined. Lijiang wouldn't back down and insisted on booking a luxurious suite at the best hotel in Wude, the Lijing Hotel.

  Next, Zhang Qingyun proposed to take his leave, and Li Gang sent a car for him again, which made Zhang Qingyun feel a bit honored. At this time, Zhang Qingyun only knew that Li Gang's driver Xiao Wang was brought by Li Gang himself to Yongping, and he was also a reliable person.

  Xiao Wang was very respectful to Zhang Qingyun, driving all the way while calling out "Director Zhang this" and "Director Zhang that", showing both respect and enthusiasm, every move he made seemed very measured.

  Arriving at the hotel, Zhang Qingyun opened the door and took a refreshing bath. Looking at the luxurious decor of the hotel, Zhang Qingyun couldn't help but secretly admire it. Such a luxurious room was rarely stayed in by him in his past life as a merchant, because making money from business was not easy, and he didn't want to spend his own money.

  But this life, having entered the official circle, such consumption is nothing to write home about. Comparing past and present lives, it's really incomparable. No wonder many people are eager to squeeze in here, even if they have to sharpen their heads.

  Lying on the soft big round bed, Zhang Qingyun was suddenly bored and thought of Geng Shuang, so he quickly picked up the phone and dialed her number.

  "You arrived in the morning, why are you calling so late?" As soon as the phone was answered, Geng Shuang's "questioning" voice came from the receiver.

  Zhang Qingyun was taken aback, how did she know I came in the morning? Could it be that she can calculate or predict?

  "I'm not done with work yet? Just wait, I'll call you right away." Zhang Qingyun said with a smile.

  "Where are you?"

  "I'm still looking for a place to live! It's really hard, so I'll just have to sleep on the streets." Zhang Qingyun joked.

  "Don't bother looking anymore, tell me your current location and I'll drive over to pick you up right away. I'm taking you to see someone."

  Zhang Qingyun was shocked and thought to herself: "It can't be that I've been found out by my family, can it?"

  "What's wrong? Don't you want to? Don't worry, it's not that I'm going to introduce you to my parents, so don't be nervous!" Geng Shuang said with a smile.

  Zhang Qingyun's face turned red with embarrassment, this little girl, she really dared to say it. As soon as he thought of this, his competitive spirit rose up, and he hurriedly laughed: "I'm not afraid even if I see your parents, can't they eat people?"

  "This is what you said, and soon you will have a good show." Geng Shuang said in a soft voice.

  Soon, Zhang Qingyun told her his address, and before long, Geng Shuang drove over. She was wearing a white down jacket today, with a pair of black tight pants on the bottom, a classic black and white combination that looked particularly eye-catching.

  "Wow, I didn't expect it, but the accommodation conditions provided by Director Li are quite good. This is a designated reception unit of the municipal government."

  Zhang Qingyun smiled, this Geng Shuang opened his mouth and always wanted to take advantage of the situation. However, the Lijing Hotel was a designated reception unit by the municipal government, which he had heard for the first time. It seemed that Geng Shuang was very familiar with the officialdom of Wude.

  "Geng sister, stop teasing me. What's really going on in your mind? Who are you taking me to see? Spit it out!"

  Geng Shuang gave a mysterious smile and said, "Get on the car! You'll know when you arrive."

  Zhang Qingyun shook his head helplessly in his heart, opened the car door and got in, and Geng Shuang drove towards the suburbs.

  "The person I'm taking you to see today is my brother's superior, and also Sun Ke's superior. With this little resource in your hands, Gerong sister, I hope it can be of some help to you." said Gerong Shuang.

  Zhang Qingyun was suddenly startled, and looked at Geng Shuang with a complex expression. Zhang Qingyun understood that the Sun Ke in her mouth was her deceased husband, a superior of a soldier, and also a soldier. What is the purpose of Geng Shuang introducing herself to him?

  Although he couldn't understand the situation at the moment, Zhang Qingyun was still grateful to Geng Shuang. He knew that Geng Shuang was helping him and had seen through his weakness - having no background. Her purpose might be to create an opportunity for him to get acquainted with people in higher circles.

  As soon as she thought of this, Zhang Qingyun was deeply moved in her heart. She and Geng Shuang had only just started getting to know each other, but she was already willing to lend a helping hand to herself; could it be that she really had that kind of intention towards herself?

  Geng Shuang looked at Zhang Qingyun's changing expression, as if she understood Zhang Qingyun's thoughts, and her face also flushed with a hint of shyness, making her look even more charming. Zhang Qingyun was captivated by the sight.

  The two of them were silent, the car speeding along the road. Before long, they had entered the East Suburban Villa District, passing through a cluster of villas, and in front of them appeared a green mountain. In the distance, one could see that at the foot of the mountain stood a row of buildings with carved beams and painted rafters, majestic and extraordinary.

  "This is the most famous 'Red Mansion Club' in Wude." Geng Shuang said with a light smile.

  Zhang Qingyun was secretly shocked, the Red Mansion Club's big name was like thunder in his ears, this is the gathering place of the entire Wude upper class society, it is said that a strict membership system is implemented, only people with identity and introduction from old members can become members of the club, only members can enter the club.

  So, many people know about the Honglou Club, but very few can clearly describe what's inside. Some say it's a hotel, some say it's a golf course, and others say it's a high-end sauna center. Anyway, there are various versions of the story.

  Geng Shuang drove quickly to the entrance of these buildings, and Zhang Qingyun suddenly found that under the eaves of the house were all three-dimensional garages, where rare luxury cars in Wude were parked, Ferraris and Porsches could be seen here, while Geng Shuang's Nissan looked a bit shabby.

  "Vroom!" The car came to a smooth stop in front of the clubhouse, and as soon as it did, two handsome men in suits walked up.