Chapter 490: Chapter 490

"What am I afraid of, Secretary Ma? I'm just an idler in Yangzhou now, afflicted with heart disease and in need of rest!"

Liu Zhizhong joked lightly, which genuinely made Ma Xudong laugh.

Ma Xudong nodded and sighed, "You have to say, the young ones really have some tricks! The struggles in officialdom are indeed inexhaustible. The Zhang Family Members are really disgusting. However, handling it coldly for a while like you did is a good method. But you, don't come here too often. It's not good for you, and it's not good for your relationships above either. Look at this…"

Speaking of which, he became serious, pointed to their surroundings, and then continued, "It's clear that only with connections can one enjoy special treatment! But for you, propriety still matters. I don't have much time left, and I see things clearly now. But my deathly fate should not affect you and harm you."

"Secretary Ma, what are you talking about? If I were afraid, I wouldn't have come. You shouldn't be too concerned about this fate and fortune stuff either. It's unnecessary!"

"No!" Ma Xudong became even more stern, "Zhizhong, you are still young. You have a long way to go both in officialdom and in life. Fate, geomancy, and destiny, these things still need to be regarded, you should try to understand them. The things passed down by our ancestors for thousands of years, do you think they make sense?"

Liu Zhizhong smiled, "Existence is reason, right?"

"Sort of! Actually, when you come into contact with these things, you will discover some truths. Look at me now, I really see through it all. I remember when I first became an official, someone predicted that my forties was a critical period. If I got through it, it would lead to great success otherwise it would result in a divorce, loss of children, and self-preservation at risk... sigh…"

Liu Zhizhong became curious, "Eh, Secretary Ma, is it really that mystical?"

"It happened exactly to me, what do you think? Look at me now... isn't it so?"

Liu Zhizhong had nothing to refute at that moment and just went along with him.

He came today with a clear purpose. But he indeed needed to engage in some small talk first to set the mood. Being too direct wasn't good for Ma Xudong. Thɪs chapter is updated by 𝕟𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕝✦𝕗𝕚𝕣𝕖✦𝕟𝕖𝕥

Liu Zhizhong is a considerate person, he behaves with propriety, respects emotions, respects human nature. Even though others may not live long, he still considered their feelings.

Liu Zhizhong nodded, "Okay, Secretary Ma, I remember what you've said. Perhaps, metaphysics is really mysterious, and it might even hold some scientific reasons, like psychological suggestions."

"Yes, I do not deny psychological suggestions. However, look at where I am now, as each day brings me closer to death, I have actually come to accept it. A person who comes to accept it might have discovered something close to the truth."

"Indeed, opening one's mind changes attitudes, perspectives, and judgment capabilities, making them different from before."

"Right, right, right, well summarized, haha… So, this place, prison, you should visit less. Its impure aura could affect you…"

As they continued talking, the atmosphere gradually eased and became much lighter.

In any case, Liu Zhizhong had the freedom to visit without time constraints here.

Eventually, Liu Zhizhong steered the conversation towards Ma Qingqing.

Ma Xudong brought up his daughter, and with a bitter smile, said, "Ah, I haven't seen her in a long time. I really hope, after I pass away, she will continue to improve, have her own life, be independent and under your care. Of course, if you could divorce and marry her, that would be even better, haha…"

There was an earnest hoping in his eyes!

Liu Zhizhong, seeing such a look, felt a tremendous guilt flooding inside.

Seeing that the time was right, he could only say with bitterness: "Secretary Ma, why talk about marriage? Qingqing is now… sick, missing…"

"Ah? Oh…" Ma Xudong was startled, concern filled his eyes, yet it soon settled into a resigned expression as if seeing through everything, "This child… still impulsive! What exactly is her condition?"

"First, listen to this, my latest composition… But no matter what happens, let's face it together, strong, can we, my mentor!"

"Haha… what mentor, you lad. Go ahead, I can handle it. At this point in life, what can't be endured?"

"Alright, I believe you!"

Saying this, Liu Zhizhong took out his new phone, casually searched for his viral creations, and started playing them.

Ma Xudong was quickly moved, closed his eyes, and then tears seeped out, his body trembled for a long while, before gradually calming down.

Liu Zhizhong struggled to stabilize his own emotions, trying hard not to let the tears fall.

When the playback finished, both men were still wiping their tears.

Ma Xudong while wiping his tears, said, "Sorry Zhizhong, I couldn't hold back, I lost my composure a bit."

Liu Zhizhong held back tears and smiled, "Secretary Ma, you make it sound like I held myself together…"

"Haha… Being optimistic at any time is never wrong!" Ma Xudong gave Liu Zhizhong a thumbs up...