Nominal: Who isn't a son-in-law?

"Hey, Brother Zhu, calm down."

Thinking of this, Gu Wangbei quickly comforted him, patting his shoulder, "Li Dakang has only just arrived, it's normal for him to want to assign trustworthy people. You can't do anything foolish!"

"I know, I just can't swallow this. This position should have been mine, but this parachuted-in guy took it. Why should he?"

Zhu Yang said indignantly.

Seeing that he wasn't really going to fight, Gu Wangbei and the other man finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Whatever you want to do, just don't interfere with our business.

"Alright, Brother Zhu, forget about those worries. Let's drink and eat!"

Chairman Xu poured him a glass of wine and used serving chopsticks to put some food in his small dish.

"Eat vegetables, eat vegetables..."

……

A dozen minutes later, Zhu Yang put down his chopsticks, raised his hand to stop Chairman Xu from pouring more wine, and said in a loud voice, without a trace of drunkenness on his face, "You two didn't come to see me for something as simple as just eating and drinking, did you?"

"I told you before, you need to behave yourself during this period and not get caught."

"Of course not, Brother Zhu, would we harm you?"

Gu Wangbei smiled and squinted, saying, "Brother Zhu, I heard that your relative's child is studying in the Ugly Country recently, and the expenses are quite high. Come to think of it, I'm practically an uncle to you. Do you want me to help out? I can at least cover the child's tuition."

Zhu Yang fell silent for a moment. What relative's child? He was just his illegitimate son, under a different name.

He has only one daughter, who works as a university professor.

Therefore, he cherished this illegitimate child dearly.

The tuition fees they were talking about were for him!

"The child's tuition isn't much; my cousin can afford it. There's no need for you, Young Master Gu, to spend so much."

Zhu Yang said calmly, "We've made enough money, and we're about to retire. There's no need to take any more risks."

Upon hearing this, Gu Wangbei narrowed his eyes and said in a deep voice, "You can afford the tuition, but other expenses are not small either, right? Buying a car, buying a house, throwing parties all cost money, and that place is chaotic. Brother Zhu, security costs are very expensive. You can't skimp on that. If security is inadequate and something goes wrong, your relative will regret it too late."

He was already impulsive, and now that Nie Mingyu was gone, there was no one to guide him, so the threat in his words was almost blatant.

Of course, sometimes, it's precisely these kinds of words that are most effective.

"you……"

Zhu Yang naturally understood the meaning behind it, and his voice suddenly rose.

"Why"

Chairman Xu quickly spoke up.

"Brother Zhu, please don't misunderstand. Young Master Gu's words were a bit blunt, but they are true. My child is outside, and I hire high-end security guards, which cost over a million US dollars a year."

"Besides, Brother Zhu, given our relationship, I'll speak frankly about whatever's on my mind."

He took a sip of plain water.

"I'm in business, and I also study law. Recently, I happened to be researching economic laws, and one point I came across was that once a certain number reaches a certain threshold, whether it's an extra dollar, a hundred dollars, a million dollars, or tens of millions, the final result won't change. Don't you agree?"

Zhu Yang fell silent for a moment.

He understood what the other party meant: the amount he had obtained had already exceeded the standard threshold, and whether he obtained more or not, the outcome of being exposed would be the same.

In that case,

He hardened his heart.

Why shouldn't I take it?

If everyone else takes it and he doesn't, wouldn't that be considered being antisocial?

Seeing him fall silent, Chairman Xu gave him a meaningful look. Gu Wangbei, who was standing to the side, immediately understood and took out a small piece of paper from his pocket. There was nothing else on it but a string of numbers.

"Brother Zhu, this is just a small token of my appreciation as the uncle of my child. It's nothing much, please don't take offense."

He said this with a hint of regret.

No wonder Zhu Yang's eyes widened immediately when he saw the number—a nine-digit number!

"this……"

His voice carried a hint of anticipation.

"Brother Zhu, this is just a small token of my appreciation."

Gu Wangbei smiled, his eyes narrowing. Chairman Xu, standing beside him, took out a piece of paper—a government announcement concerning land funds and tax incentives. He placed the paper in front of Zhu Yang and pointed to a particular number.

"Brother Zhu, the company's accounts are a bit tight lately. Do you think this number is a bit low?"

Before he could answer, he changed the second digit on the note to five, saying, "Consider this a token of my appreciation from Uncle Xu to the child."

Zhu Yang closed his eyes, his mind in turmoil.

He knew that if he changed a certain number...

For these two people, it means a return of several times, or even ten times.

It is far more than what should be given to him.

But the key point is that those are long-term returns, while what he receives is something he can get immediately.

Fine, it's not his money anyway!

Thinking of this, Zhu Yang opened his eyes and asked, "Wang Bei, the documents I asked you to help me with last time?"

"It can be served anytime."

Upon hearing this reply, Zhu Yang gritted his teeth, grabbed the note and the paper, and said righteously, "Fine, fine."

"Let the common people suffer, and let us bear the blame!"

"Hahaha"

"That's more like it! That's a good mayor for our people!"

With his goal achieved, Gu Wangbei laughed heartily.

Chairman Xu glanced at his watch and said, "Let's end the meal here and not disturb Brother Zhu's work. But don't forget to come tonight. I've made all the arrangements, new talent."

"night……"

Zhu Yang hesitated, not daring to take the risk.

"Hey, Brother Zhu, we're all on the same side, don't worry. Butler Xu specially arranged a cosplay event this time, all of them are nurses..."

Gu Wangbei slammed his fist on the table.

"It's settled then!"

"Hehe, then I shall respectfully accept your offer."

……

in the afternoon.

Two o'clock.

According to the schedule.

Chu Shijun, accompanied by his secretary Ye Wentao, provincial party committee secretary-general Li Jiageng, the director of the provincial veteran cadre bureau, and others, began visiting and extending greetings to veteran cadres in Baijiang Province.

Wherever they went, they warmly shook hands and greeted each other, conveying the care and concern of the organization and the provincial party committee.

During the visit, Chu Shijun, Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, listened attentively to the heartfelt words of the retired veteran cadres and engaged in heartfelt exchanges.

Some say that sending Chu Shijun here was a wise and correct decision by the higher-ups, and they earnestly hope that Chu Shijun can develop Baijiang well and reach new heights.

In response, Chu Shijun stated that he would definitely learn from the work experience of the older generation, study it diligently, and thoroughly implement it...

At the same time, Chu Shijun was very concerned about the living conditions and health of retired cadres.

He pointed out that retired cadres are a treasure, having made indelible contributions to the development of Baijiang. He instructed the Bureau of Retired Cadres and provincial party committee staff to pay close attention to the living conditions of these retired cadres and let them witness Baijiang's better future development.

Chu Shijun emphasized that respecting, caring for, learning from, and serving veteran cadres is our fine tradition and political responsibility.

Organizations and governments at all levels must always place the work related to retired cadres in an important position, wholeheartedly provide services and support for retired cadres, implement various preferential policies, accurately address their actual needs in areas such as elderly care, medical care, and cultural activities, and genuinely solve their difficulties in life...

We hope that the vast number of retired cadres will continue to leverage their political and experiential advantages, continue to contribute their remaining energy, share their experience, and provide guidance, and continue to care for and support the work of the Provincial Party Committee and the Provincial Government, so as to pool their wisdom and strength for the overall high-quality development and modernization of the province.

The veteran comrades expressed their heartfelt gratitude for Chu Shijun's special visit and highly praised the remarkable achievements made by the Provincial Party Committee and Provincial Government in promoting the province's economic and social development in recent years. They all expressed their determination to remain true to their original aspirations and missions, maintain their integrity, continue to care for and support the development of various local undertakings, and contribute their remaining energy to the steady progress of the province.

……

The trip lasted until 6 p.m. before finally ending.

After the meal, Chu Shijun got into his carriage and headed to the appointment.