Chapter 356: Chapter 356

For Zhang Tianbao, Liu Zhizhong still had a good impression.

At least, concerning the issue with Luo Shuxiu, Zhang Tianbao was genuine toward Liu Zhizhong.

Moreover, for the career arrangements of Liu Zhizhong and Zhang Hongyang, Zhang Tianbao had truly put in a great deal of effort.

Since the new job began, Liu Zhizhong had also frequently interacted with Zhang Tianbao regarding work and felt that this guy was indeed quite stable.

Throughout the entire officialdom of Yangzhou, the reviews for the organization minister from the Provincial City were also quite good.

So, Liu Zhizhong genuinely wanted to expand his network toward Zhang Tianbao and Luo Tianlin.

Although Luo Tianlin had deep connections with the Zhang family, he had not been overbearing and had given Liu Zhizhong ample opportunities for cultivation concerning his daughter's matter.

Before he arrived home, Liu Zhizhong had called Zhang Tianbao and the conversation went very smoothly. He firstly expressed his thanks to Minister Zhang for his care, acknowledging that starting a new job was indeed challenging, and he had not had a chance to thank Minister Zhang in person till now. Being busy until just now, he had finally caught his breath and wanted to invite Minister Zhang to dinner alone. Nᴇw novel chapters are publɪshed on novel•fire.net

Zhang Tianbao then mentioned he had already eaten dinner, insisting there was no need and that working hard and serving the leadership was sufficient.

Seeing that dinner was not feasible, Liu Zhizhong quickly made another offer, inviting Zhang Tianbao to join him for a late-night snack and clarifying it would not be lavish or wasteful. Given the rare weekend availability, he insisted on treating Minister Zhang to a quiet discussion over some matters.

Zhang Tianbao could not refuse and since he had no other plans for the evening, he agreed, asking Liu Zhizhong to ensure it wasn't too lavish, just a casual and quiet setting was preferable.

Thus, Liu Zhizhong arranged to pick up Zhang Tianbao at nine o'clock that evening by driving himself.

When Liu Zhizhong got home, he immediately asked Lu Yumei to lend him her Audi Q7, explaining he was going to take the organization minister out for a late-night snack and might need it over the weekend to meet some director in the Provincial City.

Though Lu Yumei agreed, she felt uneasy and commented that he seemed to be making exhaustive efforts, making a bridal outfit for Zhang Hongyang in terms of reputation, right? In the end, once Zhang Hongyang had gained enough achievements, what would be left for him? To be the subject of mockery and to flaunt his sense of superiority?

Liu Zhizhong did not hide anything and shared the plan about Zhang Yuxing's municipal cleaning workers' rest station.

Lu Yumei's mood lightened considerably, seeming quite pleased, "Hey! You, Liu Zhizhong, your brain is really useful! Now, that beast Zhang Hongyang won't get a penny from it, just a good reputation. But how come Zhang Yuxing is... listening to you quite well now? Seems like you're taking good care of her."

Her following words carried a somewhat strange implication, and her gaze as a beautiful widow became peculiar as well.

Liu Zhizhong looked somewhat distressed, as if his integrity was insulted, responding, "Mrs. Lu, what are you talking about? Mayor Zhang doing this, how is she listening to me? Isn't she just trying to achieve her own political accomplishments while also considering Zhang Hongyang's reputation and influence? She's from the Zhang family and is certainly not turning her elbow out! This matter was just a coincidence. As for taking care of her, forget it, I might consider transferring after another year or so, she really is hard to serve. Look, I still have to strengthen my relationship with Minister Zhang, right?"

With such an explanation, everything seemed settled and understandable, and his mother-in-law had no more doubts, handing over the car key to Liu Zhizhong happily.

However, when Liu Zhizhong was about to leave in the evening, Lu Yumei still instructed him, "If you need it in the future, you can use my car anytime, Zhao Han's too, or even your aunt's. Drink less alcohol, spend money where it needs to be spent, and keep an eye on what Minister Zhang likes to ensure timely gifting! To be squeaky clean while navigating officialdom, you must be dreaming!"

Liu Zhizhong smiled and nodded, "Thank you for caring, Mrs. Lu, you really don't treat me as an outsider."

"Off, off, off! Cut the ingratiating talk! If the first son-in-law makes me angry, I have to be strict with the second son-in-law! And more so, the decision-maker of the Zhao family should certainly show more capability and create good results! In terms of prominence and reputation, you are way behind that beast Zhang Hongyang, you need to step it up!"

"Alright! I'll definitely follow Mrs. Lu's command, daring to think and act and able to win!"

He stood there, earnest and resolute, almost making Lu Yumei unable to hold back her laughter. She waved her hand, a radiant smile on her face, "Just go now, enough chit-chat…"