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Shen Wang took the car keys and declined the young lady's "kindness".

"What's the point of testing a car? As long as it can be driven away, that's fine."

After leaving the 4S store, Shen Wang drove directly onto the ring road.

It has to be said that luxury cars are indeed comfortable to drive.

Its quietness, acceleration, and steering feel are far superior to the old Santana that was used in driving school.

After driving around the second ring road of Jingzhou for a while and having his fill, Shen Wang glanced at the time and realized it was almost time to go meet Sha Ruijin.

On the way, Shen Wang bought a fruit basket and a box of Anmuxi yogurt.

It's not appropriate to visit empty-handed for the first time, is it?

Giving gifts to someone of Sha Ruijin's caliber is a delicate art.

Giving something too expensive seems deliberate and may be taboo; giving something too ordinary seems insincere.

Fruit baskets and yogurt may seem ordinary, but they convey a sense of "homely" and "healthy".

It's more like a snack that a younger person brings casually when visiting an elder, rather than a carefully prepared gift.

For Sha Ruijin, who has seen all sorts of good things, this kind of humble yet appropriate gift might be more suitable.

Carrying a fruit basket and yogurt, Shen Wang followed the address given to him by Secretary Bai and navigated straight to the Provincial Party Committee's residential compound.

Upon arriving at the entrance, Shen Wang made a phone call to Secretary Bai before being allowed inside.

So, a top-of-the-line Mercedes-Benz G500 came to a steady stop at the entrance of Courtyard No. 1.

That night, the entire officialdom of Handong was in an uproar!

Everyone with inside information is trying to find out who owns this white Mercedes!

Qi Tongwei naturally received the news as well. When he learned that Sha Ruijin had actually invited Shen Wang to his home for dinner, the deputy leader of the Handa Gang was completely dumbfounded!

. . .

Our gaze falls upon the No. 1 compound of the Provincial Party Committee.

When the brand-new Mercedes-Benz G500 came to a smooth stop, Secretary Bai, who had been waiting at the door, twitched almost imperceptibly at the corner of her eye.

Many people have visited Secretary Sha's home, but Shen Wang is definitely the first one to drive a Mercedes-Benz G-Class.

What almost made him lose control of his expression was what Shen Wang was carrying when he got out of the car—

A typical fruit basket found in supermarkets, and a case of Anmuxi yogurt.

The ostentatious car, paired with such a simple, even somewhat "shabby" gift, created such a stark contrast that even the seasoned Secretary Bai was momentarily stunned.

"What a... fascinating person."

Secretary Bai sighed inwardly, then quickly composed herself and went to greet him.

He carefully observed Shen Wang and found that there was no tension or unease on the other's face. On the contrary, his steps were steady and his eyes were clear, just like visiting an ordinary elder on the weekend.

That naturalness and composure were not something that could be faked.

His composure, far beyond his years, made Secretary Bai look at him with even greater respect.

"Mr. Shen, the Party Secretary is already waiting for you." Secretary Bai smiled appropriately and stepped aside to lead the way.

"Thank you for your trouble, Secretary Bai."

Shen Wang nodded, carrying the fruit basket and yogurt, and followed Secretary Bai into the courtyard, which was considered quite mysterious by many people in Handong.

In the living room, Sha Ruijin had taken off his serious suit jacket and was only wearing a soft gray cashmere sweater.

He appeared less dignified than usual, and more like a gentle elder.

When he saw Shen Wang behind Secretary Bai, and the two things in Shen Wang's hands, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

But then, that surprise turned into a deeper smile and a hint of barely perceptible appreciation.

Fruit basket? Yogurt?

For many years, people have come to him with all sorts of gifts, going to great lengths to bring them!

This is the first person to carry a fruit basket and yogurt like Shen Wang!

Even the younger generation in his family are not as genuine as him!

However, this unpretentious and even somewhat naive approach, in Sha Ruijin's eyes, revealed a rare childlike innocence, which improved his initial impression of Shen Wang even more.

"Secretary Sha," Shen Wang greeted politely.

"At home, don't call me Secretary, just call me Uncle Sha. Please sit down."

Sha Ruijin laughed heartily, waved his hand in a very easygoing manner, and pointed to the sofa next to him.

This seemingly casual remark of "Uncle Sha" carries immense weight.

This is tantamount to completely acknowledging the relationship.

After both parties were seated, Secretary Bai served hot tea and then quietly withdrew.

The food is ready at the restaurant.

There's no luxurious grandeur of a mountain and water manor; it's just ordinary home-style cooking.

"Come on, Xiao Shen, don't be shy, just make yourself at home and eat whatever you like."

Sha Ruijin picked up the serving chopsticks and placed a piece of fish on Shen Wang's plate, his attitude friendly and natural.

"Thank you, Uncle Sha."

Shen Wang thanked him without hesitation and began to eat.

During the meal, Sha Ruijin did most of the asking questions, and Shen Wang answered them.

The main topic of conversation was Shen Wang's family situation.

Who is still in your family?

"It's just me and my mom. My dad passed away early, and my mom raised me single-handedly."

"Oh...did Mr. Shen Mingyuan leave any descendants?"

"That's it. My family has had only one son for three generations, and now I'm the only one left."

"I see... It must have been really tough for your mother to raise you all by herself..."

"Thank you for your concern, Uncle Sha..."

……

The two exchanged questions and answers, and their relationship grew much closer.

In fact, this information had already been placed on Sha Ruijin's desk after Shen Wang left the provincial party committee last time.

The inquiry at this moment is more like an elder's care for a younger person, a ritual to shorten the distance between them.

Sha Ruijin listened attentively, nodding occasionally, his eyes filled with appropriate emotion and sympathy.

The meal was enjoyed in a harmonious atmosphere.

Sha Ruijin fully demonstrated the demeanor of a high-ranking yet approachable elder, while Shen Wang's response was consistently neither arrogant nor humble, and his speech and behavior were appropriate and natural.

There was neither obsequious flattery nor feigned aloofness.

This composure and calmness, far beyond his years, made Sha Ruijin's opinion of him continue to rise.

This young man, given time, will surely achieve great things!

For a moment, Sha Ruijin even had the idea of ​​training Shen Wang.

Of course, this is a follow-up.

After finishing their meal, Sha Ruijin wiped his mouth with a napkin and revealed the true purpose of his invitation to Shen Wang.

"Little Shen, I had someone examine the apprenticeship letter you left behind last time. It's an authentic piece, very well preserved, which is quite rare."

Sha Ruijin didn't mince words; he spoke very frankly.

"This thing is not only related to the old friendship between your Shen family and my Sha family, but also a precious historical testimonies."

"My idea is that you could donate it to the provincial museum or a relevant revolutionary memorial hall so that it can be better preserved and studied, and so that more people can learn about that period of history..."

Upon hearing this, Shen Wang immediately understood.

Sha Ruijin intends to use this apprenticeship letter to further solidify and publicize this historical connection, elevating it from a private family memory to a public historical commemoration.

For Sha Ruijin, this was undoubtedly the most beneficial course of action, with profound political and historical significance.

Finally, Sha Ruijin asked directly:

"Xiao Shen, I wonder... would you be willing?"