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

After listening to the recording several times to make sure there were no problems, Lin Zheng started the car and left the hotel.

The car had only gone less than two kilometers when Li Zhengang called.

"Manager Lin, all the sand has been brought back."

"Including what's left at the construction site, it can last for at most ten days."

Lin Zheng frowned: "Okay, I'm thinking of a way."

After they chatted for a few minutes, Liu Xueyi called again.

Left with no other choice, Lin Zheng hung up on Li Zhengang and answered Liu Xueyi's call.

"My negotiations with Benny Chan broke down, and now I'm using leverage against him."

"I'm deliberately dragging things out. How's the negotiation going on your end?"

Lin Zheng gave a wry smile and replied, "The talks also broke down. Zhou Haiming is treating me like a fool."

"I'm going to talk to Zhang Wanquan now to see if we can come up with a useful solution."

After chatting for a few more minutes, Lin Zheng hung up the phone.

He stopped the car and lit a cigarette to calm himself down.

There's not a single good news day after day; things are almost as chaotic as the Three Kingdoms period.

After finishing a cigarette, Lin Zheng forced himself to calm down.

He took out his phone, took a deep breath, and dialed Zhang Wanquan's number.

"Mr. Zhang, are you busy? I'd like to discuss Zhou Haimin's matter with you in person."

"Come to Room 302 at Da Tian Ran Hotel."

After hanging up the phone, Lin Zheng opened his phone's navigation app; the Da Tian Ran Hotel was less than a kilometer away.

About ten minutes later, Lin Zheng knocked on the door of room 302.

Inside the private room, Zhang Wanquan was smoking a cigarette with his head down, his face hidden in the smoke, making him look particularly gloomy.

On his left, in the ashtray, were several cigarette butts that had just been extinguished.

This scene made Lin Zheng's heart skip a beat.

At this crucial moment, he certainly didn't want Zhang Wanquan to get into trouble.

Although Zhang Wanquan isn't exactly a saint either, at least I support him for now.

"You're here, have a seat."

Zhang Wanquan pointed to the chair opposite him, took out a cigarette, lit it, and handed one to Lin Zheng.

Lin Zheng took the cigarette, lit it, took a deep drag, and asked, "Mr. Zhang, is something wrong?"

Zhang Wanquan nodded: "Liu Kaishan reported me, and the group is currently investigating me."

Lin Zheng was stunned when he heard this, and cursed inwardly.

At this critical moment, Zhang Wanquan actually got into trouble.

However, the fact that Zhang Wanquan was able to get out shows that there is still room for maneuver in his case.

"Mr. Zhang, what are you doing at this time...?"

Lin Zheng didn't finish his sentence, but everyone understood.

Zhang Wanquan waved his hand and said, "Let's not talk about my business for now. You asked me out because you have something to say, right?"

Lin Zheng took out the phone that was recording and handed it to Zhang Wanquan.

"There's a recording here. Listen to it and see if you can think of a solution."

recording?

Zhang Wanquan was taken aback, then tapped the record button on his phone.

He listened to it several times, then handed the phone back to Lin Zheng.

"The recording cannot be used as evidence; at most, Zhou Haimin will receive a party warning."

"For a seasoned veteran like Zhou Haimin, a party warning is not very effective."

"Can it be operated?" Lin Zheng asked.

Zhang Wanquan looked at Lin Zheng and asked, "How do you plan to do this?"

"Remove Zhou Haimin from his position managing materials."

Hearing this, Zhang Wanquan shook his head: "Zhou Haimin's backer is Yang Jinhua, the district head of our district."

"Although Yang Jinhua is retiring this year, she still has influence."

"It's difficult to remove him from his post based solely on this recording."

Lin Zheng frowned, thought for a moment, and said, "Since we can't touch Zhou Haimin, let's kick his son out."

"That old fox does nothing but still tries to take advantage. No way."

Zhang Wanquan warned, "Lin Zheng, you need to think this through. Once you kick Zhou Haimin's son out of the game, there will be no turning back."

There is no room for maneuver anymore.

Lin Zheng recounted what had happened in the private room.

"Mr. Zhang, I think you can't keep things hidden any longer at this point."

"Otherwise, once President Liu has established a firm foothold, you will be in an even more passive position."

Lin Zheng also knew that Zhang Wanquan's ability to become the vice president of a state-owned enterprise was definitely not as simple as it seemed on the surface.

Lin Zheng would never believe that Zhang Wanquan had no connections in the district.

Zhang Wanquan frowned and took out another cigarette, lighting it.

After taking a few puffs, a ruthless glint flashed in his eyes.

"Give me your phone."

Lin Zheng was secretly pleased, knowing that the old fox had sensed the danger, and immediately handed over the phone.

Zhang Wanquan got up immediately after receiving the phone.

"Mr. Zhang, what about Zhou Haimin's son?" Lin Zheng asked.

"Get his son out of here this afternoon. You wait for my news."

After finishing his speech, Zhang Wanquan left the private room.

Lin Zheng took out a cigarette, lit it, took a few puffs, and then took out his phone to call Liu Rong.

The two agreed to meet in room 555 on the fifth floor of the hotel.

After hanging up the phone, Liu Rong immediately put on makeup and changed into a daring and revealing outfit that Liu Changhe had never seen before.

The thought of her passionate encounter with Lin Zheng made her unconsciously wet with tears.

Having prepared everything, Liu Rong hailed a taxi and headed to the hotel.

In private room 555 of the hotel, Lin Zheng ordered two Western dishes and waited for Liu Rong to arrive.

About ten minutes later, Liu Rong knocked on the door of the room in a great hurry.

The moment Lin Zheng opened the door, Liu Rong pounced on him.

She kissed Lin Zheng hard, then her hand went straight down.

"I need to check if my baby has grown up yet."

Lin Zheng smiled and said, "Suit yourself."

Liu Rong didn't stand on ceremony and began to examine the items carefully.

A dozen minutes later, both of them reached the peak of their lust.

Liu Rong removed all her clothes, revealing her daring and sexy outfit.

She pushed Lin Zheng down onto the sofa and then reached out to stroke his strong, powerful chest.

Her captivating eyes were fixed on Lin Zheng, and she bit her lip, sticking out her tongue in an alluring gesture.

After performing for a while, Liu Rong's face slowly moved downwards.

Then, she took it.

Under Lin Zheng's gaze, he leaned closer.

"Good husband."

She called out.

Then, he slapped her face hard.

Lin Zheng lit a cigarette, took a deep drag, and closed his eyes to enjoy it.

Liu Rong looked up at Lin Zheng playfully.

Lin Zheng grabbed Liu Rong's hair and slapped her across the face.

"Yes, hit me."

"I like being hit by my husband."

As she finished speaking, she looked up, her face full of longing.

She looked at Lin Zheng and took the hand that Lin Zheng was holding her hair from.

Faced with Liu Rong's provocation, Lin Zheng could not stand it.

Without saying a word, he pressed it down hard.

Liu Rong stared at Lin Zheng with wide eyes, her provocative expression igniting Lin Zheng's anger to its peak.

She tossed her hair, then put it all up in a bun.

Under Lin Zheng's watchful gaze...