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

More than half an hour later, the commotion upstairs gradually subsided.

Lin Zheng knew that Qin Guozheng and Wang Jianguo were almost done with their business.

Not long after, the sound of a door opening came from the corridor, followed by footsteps and voices.

"Dean Qin, you are truly amazing."

Chen Haizhen's voice carried a hint of coquettishness.

"Oh, you're the one who's amazing."

"Let's meet again next time."

Qin Guozheng's voice was filled with satisfaction.

"Okay, I'll wait for you."

The two chatted and laughed as they walked downstairs.

Lin Zheng pinched himself and walked out of the bedroom.

Upon seeing Lin Zheng, he straightened his clothes.

"Manager Lin, the place you chose is excellent."

"I'm glad Dean Qin likes it."

Lin Zheng said with a smile, "Let's come often if we have the chance."

"Definitely, definitely."

Qin Guozheng nodded and walked downstairs.

Wang Jianguo also came out of the bedroom, put his arm around Xiaoyu's waist, and looked very satisfied.

He glanced at Lin Zheng and said, "Manager Lin, the people you arranged are excellent. I'm very satisfied."

"Mayor Wang, I'm glad you're satisfied."

"If you need anything in the future, feel free to contact me."

"it is good."

Wang Jianguo patted him on the shoulder and followed Qin Guozheng downstairs.

Back in the private room, Lin Zheng asked the waiter to remove the leftovers and replace them with fruit and tea.

Qin Guozheng sat down on the sofa, crossed his legs, and took a sip of tea.

"Manager Lin, please come and have a seat."

Lin Zheng walked over and sat down opposite him.

"Dean Qin, about Li Ting..."

"No rush."

Qin Guozheng put down his teacup, looked at him, and said, "Let's talk about you first."

"Talk about me?"

"right."

Qin Guozheng leaned back on the sofa, his gaze fixed on Lin Zheng.

"I heard you used to be Zhang Wenshan's secretary?"

"Yes."

"Zhang Wenshan got into trouble, but you got away with it, which means you have some connections."

"Dean Qin, you flatter me."

Lin Zheng smiled and said, "I was just lucky."

"luck?"

Qin Guozheng laughed and said, "Luck is also a part of strength."

"However, Manager Lin, let me remind you of something."

"What?"

"Li Ting is quite powerful. He has been operating in Dianhai Town for many years and has a complex network of connections."

"You'd better be careful if you fight him."

"Thank you for the reminder, Dean Qin."

Lin Zheng nodded, "I will be careful."

"Being careful isn't enough."

Qin Guozheng picked up his teacup, took another sip, and said, "You need someone to support you."

Lin Zheng understood the meaning behind his words.

However, Lin Zheng pretended not to understand and asked, "What does Dean Qin mean?"

"What I mean is, we can cooperate."

Qin Guozheng put down his teacup and looked at Lin Zheng.

"You do things for me, and I'll help you deal with Li Ting."

"A fair trade ensures that no one loses out."

Lin Zheng thought for a moment and then asked, "What does Dean Qin want me to do?"

"It's very simple."

Qin Guozheng said, "If you need any help from the court regarding your project in Dianhai Town in the future, I will help you."

"But in town, you have to do things for Mayor Wang."

"For example, you have to reserve a few shops for Mayor Wang after the project is completed."

"For example, when it comes to the project's construction, you should give priority to Mayor Wang's people."

"These are all minor matters."

"As long as you agree, I'll take care of things with Li Ting for you."

Lin Zheng was silent for a moment: "Dean Qin, I can agree to the shop arrangement."

"For engineering projects, we can also give priority to Mayor Wang's people."

"But there's one thing I can't agree to."

"What?" Qin Guozheng frowned.

"The quality of the project must be guaranteed."

"We cannot use inferior materials or cut corners just because we have priority in this area."

"I'm in charge of this project, so I have to take responsibility if something goes wrong."

Qin Guozheng smiled and said, "Don't worry about that. Mayor Wang's men know how to act."

"That's good."

Lin Zheng nodded. "I agree to Dean Qin's conditions."

"What about Li Ting?"

"I'll have a case filed tomorrow, and I guarantee it won't be shelved."

"Have the village committee prepare the materials and try to submit them by tomorrow morning."

"Thank you, Dean Qin."

Lin Zheng also stood up and shook hands with him.

Wang Jianguo walked over and patted Lin Zheng on the shoulder.

"Manager Lin, you are remarkable; you know when to advance and when to retreat."

"If you need anything in Dianhai Town in the future, feel free to contact me."

"Thank you, Mayor Wang."

Lin Zheng smiled and saw the two out.

The black Audi slowly drove out of Phoenix Villa and disappeared into the night.

Lin Zheng stood at the door, lit a cigarette, and took a deep drag.

Chen Haizhen walked up to him. "Manager Lin, we've got the items in the photos."

"Give me."

Chen Haizhen took a miniature camera out of her bag and handed it to him.

Lin Zheng took it and put it in his pocket.

"Thank you for your hard work tonight."

"It's not hard work."

"We will definitely do a good job of what Sister Qiu asked us to do."

"Um."

Lin Zheng nodded. "You guys go back and rest first. I'll have someone transfer the money to you tomorrow."

"it is good."

Chen Haizhen nodded and left with the two women.

Lin Zheng stood at the door and smoked another cigarette.

He took out his phone and dialed Qiu Xiuqin's number.

"Sister Xiuqin, I got the things."

"What did you capture on camera?"

"The images of them in bed are very clear."

Qiu Xiuqin was silent for a moment: "What do you plan to do?"

"Keep it for now, it'll be useful later."

"Wang Jianguo and Qin Guozheng are both old foxes. Turning against them now will not do me any good."

"We'll bring it out when the time is right."

"You did the right thing."

Qiu Xiuqin said, "Now is not the time to turn against each other."

"What about Li Ting?"

"Qin Guozheng agreed to file a case tomorrow."

"That's good."

Qiu Xiuqin breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Lin Zheng, you need to be even more careful from now on."

"Once the project starts, many people will be eyeing this lucrative opportunity, and the real trouble is just beginning."

Lin Zheng nodded and said, "I know, Sister Xiuqin, thank you."

"Don't thank me, your business is my business."

Qiu Xiuqin's voice softened, "Get some rest, you have things to do tomorrow."

"it is good."

After hanging up the phone, Lin Zheng got into his car, started the engine, and drove out of Phoenix Villa.

It was very dark, and there were almost no cars on the road.

He was driving, but his mind kept replaying what had just happened.

Qin Guozheng and Wang Jianguo are both cunning old foxes.

They helped him in order to take advantage of him.

He helped them, but only to take advantage of them.

Everyone is using each other, and no one loses out.

But Lin Zheng knew that this balance wouldn't last long.

One day, he will turn against them.

At that point, the evidence he has will become his bargaining chip.