A song from Chengdu revived a closed-down pub.

Several groups of people arrived at Lijiapo Village one after another.

Everyone greeted each other when they saw each other.

This circle isn't too big, but it's not too small either. People in the same industry have some overlap, and you can always find a connection even if you're separated by one or two people.

Xu Meng and He Xiaoxiao arrived at the pond where they had fallen into the water.

The two were chatting when Ye Yao walked over.

The two looked at each other and were both stunned for a moment.

"Sister Yao (what are you doing here?)"

Both of them spoke up at the same time.

Xu Meng said, "My second uncle asked me to come and discuss the investment in Mawei Post Station."

He Xiaoxiao added from the side, "I'll also take this opportunity to pay a visit and thank you for saving my life back then."

Xu Meng turned her head and glared at her, while He Xiaoxiao shrugged: "I didn't say anything wrong."

Ye Yao asked, "Was this the place where you had the accident before the New Year?"

Before Xu Meng could answer, He Xiaoxiao interjected, "That's right, and the one who saved her was that guy named Su Fan, the one who's been really popular online lately."

"That's quite a coincidence," Ye Yao said, then added, "Be careful. I'll go take a look around first, and we'll go together in a bit."

After Ye Yao left, Xu Meng said reproachfully, "Xiaoxiao, do you know what you're saying?"

He Xiaoxiao said matter-of-factly, "Of course I know. I not only know what I'm talking about, but I also know what Sister Yao is thinking. She wants you to marry into the Ye family, but you know Ye Xuan's character. If you marry him, your life will be over."

Xu Meng's expression darkened slightly: "Who said I was going to marry him?"

"That's not up to you. Children of large families, while enjoying the wealthy life brought by the family, must also obey the family's marriage arrangements and long-term plans. This is not only the equality of rights and obligations, but also the core logic for the continuation of family wealth and spirit. So, you have no choice. I heard that the Ye family patriarch mentioned this to your grandfather."

"Fine, fine, you think you know everything, but I'm in charge of my own life."

He Xiaoxiao didn't argue with her, but said, "However, your second uncle may not have sent you here simply to discuss investment. I have a feeling that he intends for you to come into contact with Su Fan."

You can't just say things like that.

"Then think about it yourself. The company has so many investment teams, why did they choose you? Did they really want you to come and thank them for saving your life? That excuse is too fake."

"You're just worrying about things that don't concern you."

He Xiaoxiao continued, "Anyway, I think your second uncle made the right move. It's much better than pushing you into the fire pit of the Ye family. If I had to choose between Su Fan and Ye Xuan, I would prefer Su Fan. Even if that means you'll be a generation older than me, I don't want you to be ruined by that scoundrel Ye Xuan."

"I've noticed you're becoming increasingly unreliable. You've barely even met him, so why are you speaking up for him? Do you really think his character is necessarily better than Ye Xuan's?"

He Xiaoxiao said confidently, "My grandfather is quite good at judging people."

Xu Meng was taken aback by her reasoning. She sighed helplessly, turned around and walked towards the scenic area, saying as she went, "You should mind your own business."

He Xiaoxiao kept nagging from behind: "Think about it. Although I'll be at a disadvantage in terms of seniority, I'll accept it for your happiness."

Xu Meng quickened her pace, pretending not to hear.

At this moment, Su Fan was in the village committee meeting room, checking the construction progress schedule with Pan Lei and Lin Shan.

Just then, a head popped in through the door. It was Xiao Zhou, the village clerk: "Village Chief Su, someone is looking for you outside."

"Who is it?" Su Fan asked without even looking up.

Xiao Zhou scratched his head: "I don't recognize them. There are several unfamiliar faces."

This puzzled Su Fan. In the village, everyone he knew was also known by everyone else.

He closed the folder, got up, and walked out.

When I went outside, I was surprised to find seven or eight people standing in the yard, both men and women, dressed in ways that clearly indicated they weren't from the village.

Before Su Fan could speak, a middle-aged man closest to him greeted him with a smile and handed him a business card: "Mr. Su, hello, I am Zhou Mingyuan from Hongyuan Capital. We have been investing in cultural tourism for many years. I came here specifically to talk to you about the Mawei Post Station project."

A young man wearing glasses followed up: "Mr. Su, I am Liu Yang from Dingsheng Venture Capital. We have reviewed your project's financing plan and are very interested. We hope to have a deeper cooperation."

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Everyone introduced themselves.

Ye Yao was at the back of the crowd, and when she saw Su Fan, she was somewhat dazed.

Before, when I saw this person on the screen, I just thought he was young, but when he stood in front of me, the feeling was completely different.

Su Fan's features bear a striking resemblance to one person: her uncle, Ye Wangcheng.

She shook her head inwardly, dismissing the inexplicable thought, took a few steps forward, extended her hand, and said in a generous and natural tone, "Village Chief Su, hello, I am Ye Yao from Tengfei Group."

The moment the title "Village Chief Su" was uttered, everyone around was taken aback.

They only knew that Su Fan was the mastermind behind the project, and some even thought he was just a planner. They never expected that he was actually the village chief.

The investment representatives exchanged glances, their eyes revealing a subtle tension.

Su Fan smiled and replied, "It seems Miss Ye is quite interested in me. I'm a little flattered."

Ye Yao didn't hide anything and said directly, "Uncle Wei told me. I was quite surprised when I heard the news."

These words undoubtedly revealed some information.

Su Fan knew that the Uncle Wei that Ye Yao mentioned was Wei Zhiran.

The fact that they addressed each other in this way clearly indicates that they are quite familiar with each other.

Su Fan wasn't too surprised by this. Tengfei Group was a leading company in the cultural tourism industry, so it wasn't surprising that they were acquainted with Wei Zhiran.

At this moment, Su Fan said, "Everyone, you've come from afar, please come inside and have a seat."

Everyone was invited into the conference room.

Pan Lei and the other village officials were a little stunned to see so many people arrive.

Su Fan explained, "These are people from investment companies, here to discuss projects."

Pan Lei immediately stood up, his face beaming with smiles, and invited everyone to sit down.

Su Fan first introduced the village's leadership team to the guests: "Everyone, this is Secretary Pan Lei of Lijiapo Village..."

Pan Lei stood to the side and waited for Su Fan to finish speaking before adding with a smile, "Su Fan is our village chief. From now on, if anyone has any questions, just ask him. He will make the decisions on the specifics."

The other village officials nodded in agreement.

Pan Lei immediately resorted to the tactic of shifting blame.

The attitude was clear: Su Fan had the final say.

The investment representatives saw this and understood the situation.

If some people had previously doubted Su Fan's say in this project...

Now, judging from Pan Lei's words and the reactions of the other villagers, everyone knows that Su Fan has absolute say in the Mawei Post Station project.

In other words, Su Fan was the one who truly made the final decision regarding the Mawei Post Station project.

Sitting to the side, He Xiaoxiao muttered softly, "Looks like this guy's pretty popular here!"

Xu Meng pretended not to hear and ignored her.