Please, mature women, have some self-respect. I just want a raise and a promotion.

Lin Zheng smiled and said, "No problem."

"Do you want me to give him some sleeping pills so we can do it in front of him?"

"Honey, you're so naughty, but I love it."

"Let's do it this way next time."

After ending the call, Qiu Xiuqin stroked her body, her mind already filled with fantasies.

...............

At noon, Yang Wanshan returned from the town government, looking much better than he had in the morning.

He changed his shoes, walked into the living room, and sat down next to Qiu Xiuqin.

"Honey, I really need to thank you."

Thank me?

Qiu Xiuqin was completely confused, wondering what was wrong with Yang Wanshan and why he was thanking her.

Should he thank her and Lin Zheng for cheating on him?

Having this idea, Qiu Xiuqin even amused herself.

If Yang Wanshan knew that Lin Zheng attacked her from behind through the door last night...

He was too busy killing them both to thank them.

"Yes, I really need to thank you."

"If you hadn't reminded me that this was an opportunity, I wouldn't have gone to the district, and I wouldn't have known about Qiu Ruiming's plan."

"That old fox Qiu Ruiming wants to create chaos in Dianhai Town and reshuffle the government. He plans to secretly install his people as the head of the police station and at the same time win over the finance department."

"If he regains control of public security and finance, the entire Dianhai Town will truly have no place to stand in the future."

After Yang Wanshan finished speaking, he wiped away a bead of cold sweat.

Qiu Xiuqin was also surprised after hearing this: "Then why don't you hurry up and prepare?"

Yang Wanshan nodded: "I've already spoken to the district leaders, and they all support me."

"Relying solely on the district's support won't suffice; you need to offer something substantial to legitimately oust Qiu Ruiming."

"Lin Zheng's project is a ready-made achievement; you absolutely cannot delay it any longer."

"I've already called Lin Zheng and arranged to meet him this afternoon to talk."

"Old Yang, this time you've finally acted like a real man."

As Qiu Xiuqin spoke, she stood up and walked towards the kitchen.

"I'll cook. What would you like to eat?"

"casual."

Yang Wanshan leaned back on the sofa and closed his eyes.

Qiu Xiuqin was busy in the kitchen, the sounds of pots and pans clattering, the hum of the range hood, and the sizzling of stir-frying vegetables filled the air.

Yang Wanshan opened his eyes, looked in the direction of the kitchen, and felt a complex mix of emotions.

He was still bothered by what happened last night. Although he couldn't find the person, he felt something was off.

Qiu Xiuqin's reaction, her voice, and her complexion did not suggest that she was alone in the room.

But he had no evidence and could only choose to believe it.

"Xiuqin." Yang Wanshan stood up and walked into the kitchen.

Qiu Xiuqin was cooking and didn't even turn her head.

"What's wrong?"

"It's nothing, I just wanted to tell you that you've had a tough time all these years."

Qiu Xiuqin paused for a moment with the spatula in her hand, but quickly resumed her normal movement.

"Why are you suddenly bringing this up?"

"It's nothing, I just suddenly thought of it."

Yang Wanshan walked over and hugged Qiu Xiuqin from behind.

Qiu Xiuqin stiffened, but did not push him away.

"Old Yang, stop messing around, I'm cooking."

"I know."

Yang Wanshan's hand moved up from her waist and touched the softness of her chest.

"Xiuqin, I miss you."

Qiu Xiuqin grabbed Yang Wanshan's hand and turned to look at him.

"Old Yang, what are you doing in broad daylight?"

"What's wrong with it being broad daylight? We're husband and wife, not having an affair."

As Yang Wanshan spoke, he lowered his head to kiss her neck.

Qiu Xiuqin turned her head away and avoided it.

"Old Yang, don't be like this, I'm not in the mood."

Now, all she can think about is Lin Zheng, and her mind is on him. She has no interest in having a relationship with Yang Wanshan.

"Not in the mood? What's wrong?"

"I'm just not in the mood, don't ask."

Qiu Xiuqin pushed his hand away and turned around to continue cooking.

Yang Wanshan stood behind her, his face looking rather grim.

"Xiuqin, are you still angry about what happened last night?"

"no."

"Then why did you reject me?"

"I told you, I'm not in the mood."

Yang Wanshan remained silent for a moment, then turned and walked out of the kitchen.

He sat on the sofa, lit a cigarette, and took a deep drag.

Qiu Xiuqin's rejection made him feel very uncomfortable.

She had never refused him before.

Although each session only lasted two or three minutes, she never said no.

But after last night, she changed.

It became a stranger to him.

Yang Wanshan stubbed out his cigarette, leaned back on the sofa, and closed his eyes.

He didn't want to think about it anymore.

No matter what, he couldn't live without Qiu Xiuqin.

It's not just about her feelings, but also about the connections she has.

Qiu Xiuqin has lived in Dianhai Town for so many years and knows many people, and has a good relationship with many leaders' wives.

These are all things he needs.

Therefore, he cannot fall out with her.

Meanwhile, Lin Zheng also arrived at Li Zhengang's battlefield.

The sand pit was filled with the roar of machinery, and several large trucks were loading sand, raising clouds of dust.

Li Zhengang's office was on the second floor. When Lin Zheng pushed the door open, he was sitting in front of the computer looking at something, and the ashtray in front of him was piled with cigarette butts.

"You're here? Have a seat."

Li Zhengang looked up and pointed to the sofa.

Lin Zheng sat down, took the cigarette Li Zhengang offered, lit it, and took a deep drag.

"Boss Li, what exactly happened regarding the increase in material prices?"

Li Zhengang sighed and leaned back in his chair.

"Manager Lin, to be honest, the price increase wasn't my idea; it was the idea of ​​the upstream suppliers."

"Upstream suppliers? Who?"

Chengyuan Earthwork Group.

"Cheng Yuan Tufang? Never heard of him."

"It's normal that you haven't heard of it. This group is from the district and specializes in earthwork and sand and gravel business. They supply all the sand and gravel materials in Dianhai Town."

Lin Zheng frowned: "All the sand and gravel materials? Isn't that a monopoly?"

"It's a monopoly." Li Zhengang flicked his cigarette ash and smiled bitterly.

"According to government regulations, all sand and gravel materials in Dianhai Town must be sourced from designated suppliers; otherwise, it is a violation and the sand quarry's license will be revoked."

"My cooperation with Cheng Yuan Earthwork has always gone smoothly, and the prices are fair. But recently, I don't know what went wrong, they suddenly raised the prices, and the increase is outrageous."

"How much did it go up?"

Li Zhengang held up three fingers: "Three times."

"A ton of sand used to cost thirty yuan, now it costs ninety yuan. Cement has gone up, steel bars have gone up, all materials have gone up in price."

"At this rate, I won't even be able to recoup my costs."

"I really have no choice but to raise prices as well."

Lin Zheng frowned deeply: "Why can't we switch to a different supplier?"

"It can't be changed."

Li Zhengang shook his head and said, "All sand and gravel materials in Dianhai Town are controlled by the government. They must be sourced from designated suppliers; otherwise, it's a violation."

"Is this a district-level regulation or a town-level regulation?"

"From the district."

Li Zhengang stubbed out his cigarette and lit another one.

"The district has a list of designated suppliers, and Chengyuan Earthwork is on it, and it's ranked first."

"If you want to change suppliers, you need the district's approval, otherwise it's a violation of regulations."

Lin Zheng was silent for a moment, then asked, "Have you investigated Cheng Yuan's background?"

"I've looked into it a bit, but I can't figure it out."