[Urban] The New Five Golden Flowers (Complete Version) - 27

(Volume Seven) Chapter Seven Building a Love Nest

Chapter Seven Building a Love
Nest Saturday, February 17, 1996
After tidying up the room, Zhan Dajun breathed a sigh of relief and said to Jiang Wenying, who was helping him, "Wenying, you have to take care of the rest for me."
"Don't worry, how could we not put in the effort for your marriage, Dajun?" Lin Xiaoying said with a smile, holding her son. "I just never thought you would marry someone from Hong Kong, and so quickly."
"Yes, I thought you would just live like that forever," Jiang Wenying added.
"So you two are allowed to have husbands, but I can't?" Zhan Dajun seemed unhappy on the surface, but secretly he was amused, because even his two closest sisters didn't understand his intentions, let alone others. It turned out that after returning to Linhai, she announced that she had married a boss from Hong Kong. This so-called Hong Kong boss was actually her cousin, Zhan Dawei. She was determined to spend her life with Fang Zhenyu.
"Of course not! Our Deputy General Manager Zhan is so beautiful and so rich, how could she be alone without a husband?" Lin Xiaoying laughed. Although she couldn't figure out what Zhan Dajun was thinking, she knew she couldn't possibly abandon Fang Zhenyu to marry someone else. Therefore, she gave Zhan Dajun a knowing look.
Zhan Dajun glared at her and said, "I'm not talking to you anymore. Sister Fang and the others should be here soon. I'm going out to check."
"Are you waiting for Sister Fang? Or are you waiting for someone else?" Lin Xiaoying asked with a smile.
Dajun ignored her and went downstairs, thinking to himself, "How could you possibly know what I'm thinking? I am waiting for that person, but today I'm mainly waiting for Ning Yufang and Tan Chunmei. I have something very important to discuss with them." Seeing her like this, Jiang Wenying also went downstairs to attend to her business.
Not long after Zhan Dajun went downstairs, Ning Yufang and her sister arrived with Tan Chunmei. Surprisingly, Fang Yuqiong was also there. The meeting of the group naturally caused quite a stir. Upon reaching the top of the stairs, Ning Yufang saw that everything was still the same as before and asked, "Why haven't you renovated it? A wedding is such a big event, it can't be done casually."
"No need, anyway..."
Zhan Dajun was about to say something when Ning Yufang interrupted him, "No matter what, it's our wedding day, we must renovate it properly. I'll take care of it. When did you set the date?" Then, she whispered in Zhan Dajun's ear, "I'm doing this for myself, sometimes I'll stay here too!"
Zhan Dajun looked at her in surprise and asked in a low voice, "Did he tell you that?"
Ning Yufang laughed, "Do I need him to tell me? Who else could you marry besides him, Zhan Dajun?"
"What are you talking about?" Fang Yuqiong asked in confusion.
"Someone wants to have a baby for our Fang family," Ning Yufang said with a smile, and then she told him about Zhan Dajun's idea. It turned out that Zhan Dajun wanted to have a child with Fang Zhenyu, but didn't want to be an unwed mother, so he brought her cousin along to cover it up. After saying this, she giggled and asked Zhan Dajun, "Am I right?"
"You're so smart!" Zhan Dajun said, "I also want to discuss something with you all this time."
"What is it? Tell me." Tan Chunmei was very envious of Zhan Dajun. She herself didn't want to have children, after all, she was getting older.
Zhan Dajun said, "Our future home is very big, but the Fang family mansion can't accommodate it all, and it's not very convenient for everyone to come and go often, so I think we should build a bigger new home together. What do you think?" "
Oh? Where do you want to build it?" Ning Yufang asked.
Fang Yuqiong said, "I feel the same way, but if we were still in Linhai, it wouldn't be convenient to come and go."
"So I think, since the port is our husband's domain, why don't we settle down there? I've already found a place I like; I want to build a villa there. We can use it as a means of making money, and when needed, we can live there together." Zhan Dajun then shared his plan. It turned out that the second phase of the Baiyutan Tourist Resort project had already reached the islands. Zhan Dajun really liked Island 15, which she had dedicated herself to Fang Zhenyu, and thought it could be developed into a place where Fang Zhenyu could have women on both sides. However, she didn't want Fang Zhenyu to worry about it, so she discussed it with Ning Yufang and a few others. Finally, she said, "I've done a preliminary calculation. Building such a home will require nearly ten million, with an initial investment of two million. I currently have about seven hundred thousand in available funds. If everyone agrees, we'll try to raise that much."
"I agree with Dajun's idea, but the scope should be limited to a few unmarried people; too many isn't good," Ning Yufen immediately stated.
"But will Zhenyu agree to this approach?" Ning Yufang asked.
Tan Chunmei smiled and said, "We'll handle these things ourselves, and then tell him when we're done, so he won't have to worry. I agree too; I have nearly 200,000 yuan here."
Lin Xiaoying watched from the side with great envy and said shyly, "Sisters, I don't want to get married, but I can't support you financially, so I can only support you emotionally."
Ning Yufang put her arm around Lin Xiaoying's waist and said, "We know that this family actually belongs to all of us. Everyone contributes according to their own circumstances, whether they have more or less." She turned to Zhan Dajun and said, "I think Tingfang will agree to this approach. She's the one contributing the most. Have you discussed it with her?"
"I already talked to her when I returned to the provincial capital, and she agreed. She'll be coming down in a couple of days. She said that no matter what, she wants to spend the New Year in Linhai. We'll discuss how to proceed then," Zhan Dajun said.
"That's good," Ning Yufang said. "I think we should discuss the specifics when Tingfang arrives for the New Year. Today, let's focus on decorating our little home first."
"Yes," Tan Chunmei responded enthusiastically. After all, coming here was much more convenient than going to the Fang family's house.
The women all had good taste, and soon they had finalized the plan. Ning Yufang called someone to come and take a look. After the visitor finished looking at the plan and listened to the women's opinions, Fang Zhenyu arrived, accompanied by Qianru.
After giving each of them a kiss, Fang Zhenyu hugged Zhan Dajun tightly and asked, "So, should we eat at home or go out?"
"Of course, we'll eat at home, but none of us want to cook," Ning Yufang said. " If you
don't want to cook, then use your mouth!" Fang Zhenyu said, and then had Zhan Dajun call a restaurant to order food and drinks, while he and Lin Xiaoying started playing with their son. The women, naturally, wouldn't let him off the hook. While playing with the child, they were already caressing Fang Zhenyu's private parts, only avoiding being naked because the food hadn't arrived yet.
Soon, the women's desires were aroused. Zhan Dajun suggested, "Honey, why don't we take a shower first? It'll be easier later."
Ning Yufang laughed, "Dajun, are you worried about not being able to be intimate with him after marriage? Why are you in such a hurry?"
Zhan Dajun replied without shame, "Sister, you don't understand the hunger of the starving. How long has it been since I received his love? How can I not miss him?"
Seeing Zhan Dajun's pitiful appearance, Fang Zhenyu smiled, "Alright, let's go upstairs." Saying this, he carried Zhan Dajun to the room. Thus, before the meal was even eaten, the room was already filled with amorous activity.
February 18, 1996, Sunday, Fang Family Building.
As in previous years, Fang Zhenyu first went home to pay respects to his ancestors before returning to the Fang family mansion for the New Year. However, unlike previous years, Ning Yuwei was absent this year, and Fang Yuqiong was present. Tan Chunmei, Deng Tingfang, and others stayed at the Fang family mansion early in the morning. Qianru also stayed, citing work commitments. Originally, Fang Zhenyu was hesitant to let them stay, but Wang Peiying said she wanted to spend the New Year with Shangguan Hao in the workers' village, and the women insisted, so he had no choice but to boldly let them stay.
By the time dinner was served, it was nearly seven o'clock, but Ning Yuzhi had not yet returned. Seeing so many people waiting for her, Ning Yufen couldn't help but scold her. Just as she finished speaking, Ning Yuzhi returned, but was followed by a young girl whom the Ning sisters all recognized—Liao Meiling, who worked in the same department as Ning Yuzhi. Seeing Ning Yuzhi's expression, Ning Yuzhi knew why they had returned and quickly said, "Big sister, I'm sorry, something came up in the office, so I had to keep you waiting."
Although Ning Yuzhi was angry, she couldn't do anything about her younger sister, especially since they were in front of outsiders. Seeing that Ning Yuzhi and Liao Meiling looked exhausted and even had some bloodstains on their bodies, she couldn't bear to scold them anymore and said, "What are you rambling on about? Hurry up and take a shower with Meiling so you can come back for dinner."
"Yes, second sister!" Ning Yuzhi made a face at Ning Yuzhi and then led the somewhat uneasy Liao Meiling upstairs.
"Why did Yuzhi bring outsiders back?" Ning Yufang was also a little unhappy because everyone knew what Tan and Deng were thinking when they came here for the New Year. Fortunately, there was still plenty of time after dinner.
Fang Zhenyu said, "I heard there was a car accident on the highway this afternoon. They're probably back so late because they were rescuing the injured. Miss Liao is from out of town and can't go home for the New Year. She must be feeling bad. Let's be more hospitable. We have some time tonight, so it shouldn't affect us."
Ning Yufang glared at Fang Zhenyu and said, "Don't worry, do you think you're the only one who knows how to be chivalrous?"
Ning Yufen laughed, "Of course, tonight I'm afraid they really will be chivalrous."
"How so?" Fang Yuqiong asked curiously.
Ning Yufen explained, "This Liao Meiling often comes to our house with Yuzhi, and she has a very good impression of Zhenyu. If Yuzhi puts in a little more effort, wouldn't she become one of our sisters?"
"Yes, that way we won't have to worry about so much when we're having fun," Zhan Dajun agreed.
Lin Xiaoying said, "I think we should be more affectionate with our husbands during the meal. I don't believe she can resist."
"What if..." Tan Chunmei was more honest, and she worried that if Liao Meiling didn't take the bait, their relationship with Fang Zhenyu would be exposed.
"There's no 'what if.' I don't believe any girl can escape our husbands' grasp if he's willing to help," Deng Tingfang said.
Hearing the women's arrangements, Fang Zhenyu couldn't help but exclaim anxiously, "What are you doing? Do you think every girl is as lewd as you?"
The women, however, didn't seem to care. Fang Yuqiong laughed, "Say what you will, we're determined to let her know about our relationship with you. If you don't handle her, any problems later will be your own business."
Fang Zhenyu knew that since the women had said this, they would definitely work towards it. He increasingly felt controlled by the Ning sisters in this regard, but he wasn't dissatisfied, after all, they were all thinking of him. So he said, "Alright, I'll do my best, but you can't force her too much."
Hearing Fang Zhenyu's agreement, the women were all happy. After setting up the banquet, Ning Yuzhi and Liao Meiling came down. The two women looked even more beautiful after their bath, especially Liao Meiling, who appeared fresh and refined. She wore a thin, warm overcoat that Ning Yuzhi had given her, the soft fabric making her full breasts appear even more prominent, and a faint blush graced her face. Approaching the group, she bowed and said, "I'm sorry to bother you all on New Year's Eve."
"It's alright, we're all family," Ning Yufang said, tucking her into the empty seat to Fang Zhenyu's left, a seat the women had specially reserved for her.
Liao Meiling was about to decline, but seeing that all the other seats were occupied, she had no choice but to sit down. She glanced at Fang Zhenyu, her heart pounding even harder. It turned out that Liao Meiling had always had a strong liking for Fang Zhenyu and often spoke highly of him to Ning Yuzhi, which was why Ning Yuzhi frequently brought her home. Tonight, just as Fang Zhenyu had said, she couldn't go home because of the rescue efforts for the injured in the car accident, and she came as soon as Ning Yuzhi invited her.
Ning Yuzhi was incredibly clever; how could she not understand her intentions? So, upstairs, she pretended to be in a hurry and squeezed into the shower with Liao Meiling. Of course, she couldn't resist teasing her. With Ning Yuzhi's methods, Liao Meiling was naturally aroused, and Ning Yuzhi also subtly recommended Fang Zhenyu to her.
"Come, let's drink to our achievements of the past year and to our even greater glory tomorrow. I wish all the ladies eternal youth and happiness." Seeing that everyone had arrived, Fang Zhenyu raised his glass and invited them to drink, while simultaneously clinking his glass against Liao Meiling's. There was a crisp sound, and everyone drank their glasses down.
Qianru quickly refilled everyone's glasses, and Ning Yufang raised her glass again, saying, "Sisters, let's drink to our husbands being forever great, strong, and having ever-prosperous careers."
The women responded enthusiastically, and even Liao Meiling was infected by it, raising her glass and drinking it down. After the wine went down her throat, she realized that Ning Yufang's words were too absurd. What "our husbands," what "sisters," what "strong"—all were very ambiguous, yet everyone else was so excited. Why was that? Before she could think it through, everyone egged her on, and they drank several more cups before stopping to eat. Liao Meiling and Ning Yuzhi, having been in surgery all day, were starving and began to wolf down their food. Liao Meiling was initially hesitant to do so, fearing it would be impolite, but seeing Ning Yuzhi doing it, and Fang Zhenyu's apparent appreciation, she followed suit. Of course, she still furtively glanced at Fang Zhenyu, worried he might laugh at her, only to see his loving face, which warmed her heart.
Apart from Fang Zhenyu and the two children, the rest were young and beautiful women. They were thinking about the next activity and didn't want to get drunk. Even when Fang Zhenyu offered them drinks, they only took small sips. Soon, everyone was full and satisfied. As everyone was about to leave, Ning Yuzhi looked at Liao Meiling and smiled, "Sisters, please wait a moment, I have something to announce." Once everyone's eyes were on her, she said, "Today, I've gained a wonderful younger sister. Now, I'm finally an older sister! Aren't you all going to toast me?"
Zhan Dajun, of course, understood what she meant and laughed, "Aren't you going to introduce your sister to us?"
"Meiling, hurry up and toast your older sister!"
"Yes," Liao Meiling replied, raising her glass to toast Ning Yuzhi, but was stopped by Ning Yufen, who asked, "Meiling, do you know what it means to be her younger sister?"
"What does it mean?" Liao Meiling asked, puzzled, but then a realization dawned on her, and she blushed.
Ning Yufen said seriously, "Being her younger sister means you're one of us, and our sisterly titles are decided by our husbands. You have to toast your husbands first." Saying this, she pushed her towards Fang Zhenyu.
Fang Zhenyu no longer hesitated. He pulled her into his arms, kissed her lips, and said passionately, "Meiling, be my mistress, just like them!"
Holding Fang Zhenyu, Liao Meiling felt a strong masculine scent assaulting her nostrils, which intoxicated her. She was very curious why so many women were willing to become Fang Zhenyu's mistress. And they seemed to know nothing of jealousy. Although she wasn't particularly conservative, she still displayed the reserve expected of a young woman, gently struggling, "No, I won't..." Though she said this, her struggle wasn't very strong.
The women clapped their hands, and Ning Yufang laughed, "Alright, the New Year is over, let's now hold a wedding ceremony for our Meiling sister."
Not only was Liao Meiling kissed by Fang Zhenyu, but her full breasts also fell into his grasp. She felt incredibly excited and intoxicated by the wonderful sensation. Finally, at the urging of Ning Yufang and the others, she drank a nuptial cup with Fang Zhenyu and, surrounded by the women, entered a room that Ning Yuzhi had decorated like a bridal chamber. An hour later, when she arrived at Fang Zhenyu's study in his embrace, she had transformed into a beautiful young woman.
When Liao Meiling saw the scene in the study, her surprise was indescribable. All the women in the room were naked, welcoming her and making her naked as well. Her face, made even more radiant by Fang Zhenyu's caresses, flushed red, and she felt very awkward. However, she soon completely merged with them, and after Fang Zhenyu satisfied the other women, she experienced a second round of pleasure. When all of Fang Zhenyu's passion surged into her body, she felt that she was the happiest person in the world, and today was the happiest day of her life.
On Monday, February 19, 1996, at Xu Guanghua's home,
Xu Guanghua was on the phone when Xiao Jian climbed onto him and exclaimed, "Grandpa, is that my dad? Let me hear it."
"Your dad?" Xu Guanghua stared wide-eyed at Xiao Jian and asked, "When did you get in touch with your dad again?"
Xiao Jian pouted and said, "I don't care about that dad. I'm talking about my dad in Linhai."
Xu Guanghua glanced at Xu Xiangjun beside him and handed the receiver to Xiao Jian. Xiao Jian chatted affectionately with Fang Zhenyu for a while before handing the receiver back to Xu Guanghua. Xu Guanghua watched this, spoke a few more words with Fang Zhenyu, and then hung up the phone. He pulled Xiao Jian into his arms and asked, "Xiao Jian, do you call Fang Zhenyu 'Dad' in Linhai too?"
"Yes, sometimes I call him Dad, sometimes I call him Godfather," Xiao Jian said. "This Dad is so good to me. He's taught me so many things. Now I'm the best at school."
Xu Guanghua remained silent. He was very disgusted by his daughter being Fang Zhenyu's lover, but since his daughter wanted to do this and Wu Rong indulged her, he couldn't object even if he wanted to. Now, seeing how much Xiao Jian liked him, it seemed that Fang Zhenyu was indeed good to Xu Xiangjun and her son. Seeing that Wu Rong had taken Xiao Jian away, he asked Xu Xiangjun, "Aren't you afraid of the negative impact?"
Xu Xiangjun replied happily, "It's just a child recognizing a godfather, what's the impact? Besides, I only have Xiao Jian call him 'Dad' in front of family members; at other times, he calls him 'Godfather.'"
"The problem is, it's not as simple as just recognizing a godfather."
"How is it not simple? In other people's eyes, we're just a little close, nothing serious. In Linhai, who doesn't know that Fang Zhenyu is a womanizing chairman? But who says anything about him? There are many beautiful girls around him, but these girls are all his capable assistants. I'm just a single woman who's not young anymore, so how could it have any impact?"
"You mean, he has other lovers?" Xu Guanghua asked in surprise.
Xu Xiangjun was startled. Not wanting her father to suspect Fang Zhenyu, she feigned calmness and said, "It shouldn't be possible, but it's true that many girls like him. Who can blame them when he's so good?"
"Is he really good enough for you to do this?"
"Of course! Haven't you seen how I've already done it, and I don't regret it at all?" Xu Xiangjun said earnestly, "Dad, happiness doesn't necessarily require any title. As long as he's happy, that's enough. Think about it, aren't I younger and prettier than before, and more capable than before?"
Xu Guanghua compared his daughter now with the one he had when he went to Linhai, and indeed found that his daughter had truly grown up and become more sensible in the two years since. He then said, "I won't interfere in your affairs anymore. I can't even if I wanted to. Tell me, what are your plans for this year?"
"We have many plans." Seeing that her father didn't bring up her and Fang Zhenyu's matter again, Xu Xiangjun was relieved. Although Xu Xiangjun could sometimes be headstrong, she still had some reservations about her father. She then recounted several major projects that were about to be undertaken at Linhai Port. Some of these projects had already been reported by the Linhai Municipal Party Committee to the Provincial Party Committee, while others were completely unknown to Xu Guanghua. Therefore, Xu Guanghua listened with great interest, occasionally raising questions, which Xu Xiangjun answered in detail.
Just as the father and daughter were enjoying their conversation, Vice Governor Wu and Zhan An arrived to offer their New Year's greetings. Xu Xiangjun stopped talking to help her mother greet the guests, but Vice Governor Wu and Zhan An wouldn't let her do so. Instead, they continued talking about Linhai, mainly concerning the construction of a coastal tourism belt. Fang Zhenyu's proposal had already been submitted to the provincial government.
As the director of the Linhai Port Economic Development Zone Management Committee, Xu Xiangjun was naturally very knowledgeable in this area and answered their questions.
"According to you, the construction of such a tourism belt is imperative," Xu Guanghua asked. Although the proposal hadn't yet been submitted to the Standing Committee for discussion, he had seen it and already had some opinions, but he wanted to hear opinions from all sides.
Xu Xiangjun said earnestly, "Yes, our opinion in Linhai is that, at most, like the initial port construction, even if it's a difficult period, we must implement this plan because it's too important for boosting our city's economy."
"That's quite a strong determination!" Xu Guanghua said, then asked Vice Governor Wu, "Old Wu, what do you think?"
Vice Governor Wu said, "I also think this plan is feasible, but we need to coordinate well with the surrounding areas."
"Then you'll have to take the lead. Zhan An, why aren't you saying anything? Tell us your opinion."
Zhan An smiled wryly, "What can I say? That Fang Zhenyu kid only knows how to take money out of my pocket."
Hearing Zhan An's words, everyone burst into laughter. Wu Rong brought over some washed fruit and said, "Are you here to pay New Year's greetings or to discuss work? It's the first day of the Lunar New Year, so if it's about work, I'm afraid I won't be able to greet you."
Xu Guanghua laughed, "You can't greet us now, we have to go out." Saying this, he offered Wu and Zhan some fruit and then stood up.
Wu and Zhan both understood that Xu Guanghua was going to visit villagers in the countryside again, so they stood up to say goodbye to Wu Rong.
Watching the three men leave, Wu Rong smiled at her daughter, "Xiang'er, are you satisfied now?"
"Satisfied with what?" Xu Xiangjun feigned ignorance, her delicate face flushing red.
"Still pretending with your mother? Now you can be with that Fang boy legitimately." Wu Rong looked lovingly at her increasingly beautiful daughter and said with emotion, "I was initially a little unhappy about what you did, but seeing how happy you are, I don't want to say anything more. However, this isn't something to be proud of. You two have to be careful not to ruin your father's reputation and Fang Zhenyu's future."
"Mom, don't worry, we'll be careful." Seeing her mother so understanding, Xu Xiangjun felt very sweet inside and threw herself into her mother's arms.
On Monday, February 26, 1996,
Kong Lifan of the H paper mill handed the plan in his hand to Chi Yefeng and said to Xu Qiang, who was sitting next to him, "Engineer Xu, could you also take a look and give me some suggestions so that I can report back to General Manager Fang?"
Xu Qiang smiled and said, "Don't worry, if I have any opinions, I will not hesitate to bring them up."
Chi Yefeng, however, was engrossed in studying the proposal. This was the proposal for the construction of the Oriental Group headquarters that Tan Chunmei had given to Kong Lifan, which Kong Lifan had spent nearly a month completing. Chi Yefeng nodded repeatedly as he read it. The proposal was based on the group's future while also taking into account its current situation; it was logical, well-founded, and impeccable. If there was any imperfection, it was that the arrangements for the current factories were not comprehensive enough, but this was a problem that could not be solved for the time being. He couldn't help but sigh inwardly; yet another talented manager had risen to prominence, and once again, within the Oriental Group. After sharing his thoughts, he said, "That's all I can say. Let's see what insights Xu Gong has."
"What insights could I possibly have?" Xu Qiang said, but she still offered her opinion. She had already reviewed the plan while Chi Yefeng was giving his feedback and thought it was very well done. What she said was only scratching the surface. Finally, she said, "Director Kong, you're getting promoted again. Shouldn't you treat us to a meal?"
"Yes, seeing you all leave one by one, even though it's all a promotion, it still makes me feel bad. It would be best to drown my sorrows with a drink," Chi Yefeng said.
Kong Lifan's appointment as Deputy General Manager of the Oriental Group, specifically responsible for the headquarters construction, was already decided by the group's senior management. What was still unclear was who would take over the H paper mill. Hearing both of them say this, Kong Lifan said, "Alright, I also want to take this opportunity to talk to everyone about some things. Why don't we invite the middle-level leaders of Qi Factory to come along? Let's discuss the future work together."
Chi Yefeng objected, saying, "I don't think we need so many people. The three of us, plus Qiu Qikai and Li Hua, will suffice. After all, what we're discussing hasn't been officially announced yet, so it's not appropriate to disclose it to so many people."
Xu Qiang said, "Secretary Chi is right, especially regarding personnel matters. They really can't be made public yet."
Seeing that they made sense, Kong Lifan didn't object. He then let Chi Yefeng go and notify the people, while he stayed behind to talk to Xu Qiang. "Engineer Xu, do you think Qiu Qikai can take on the important role of factory director?"
Xu Qiang knew that Kong Lifan and Tan Chunmei had some disagreements on the selection of the new factory director of H Paper Mill. Tan Chunmei wanted Lai Yonghe to take the position, while Kong Lifan wanted Qiu Qikai to succeed her. Both women were acting in the best interests of the company and had their own reasons. After handing the case over to Fang Zhenyu, he offered no specific instructions. Since she wasn't part of the Oriental Group and maintained a relatively neutral stance, Kong Lifan wanted to hear her opinion. However, Xu Qiang didn't know much about this, as she mostly focused on her technical work and enjoying the affection Fang Zhenyu gave her. So she said, "I'm an outsider, so I can't really comment. In my personal opinion, Qiu Qikai is capable as factory manager, but he's better at maintaining the status quo than starting new ventures. As for Lai Yonghe, I haven't interacted with her, so I don't know."
"She's also a very capable person; otherwise, President Tan wouldn't have recommended her. And Ruyu wouldn't have taken her to the cannery. I'm just a little worried that she's unfamiliar with the paper industry and might have difficulty carrying out her work," Kong Lifan said, expressing his opinion on Lai Yonghe.
"What does President Fang think?" Xu Qiang asked.
"President Fang hasn't offered his opinion."
"Then let President Fang decide," Xu Qiang changed the subject, asking, "What does President Tan think of your plan?" She was referring to the headquarters construction plan.
Kong Lifan didn't press the matter further, so he said, "She called me, and her meaning is similar to what you and Secretary Chi discussed. Now it depends on what General Manager Fang thinks."
The two discussed some issues with the plan, and soon Chi Yefeng returned, followed by Qiu Qikai and Li Hua. Hearing that Kong Lifan was treating everyone, they were all happy. After work, they went to the hotel together. Actually, their purpose wasn't to drink, but simply to chat. Everyone's work was usually very demanding, and aside from meetings, they had very little time to talk about everyday things.
After a few rounds of drinks, Chi Yefeng revealed to Qiu and Li that Kong Lifan was preparing to take a position at head office. Qiu and Li naturally toasted Kong Lifan again. After they finished toasting, Chi Yefeng said, "Given the current situation, after the factory director leaves, Qikai, you have a good chance to compete for the factory director position. It just depends on whether you have the courage."
"What are you afraid of? Qikai, you must get it! I strongly support you," Li Hua immediately declared. Li Hua was also a deputy factory director, but a bit older, only three years younger than Chi Yefeng, who was retiring at the end of the year.
Qiu Qikai, around forty years old, was shrewd and capable, and highly regarded by Kong Lifan and Chi Yefeng. He stood up and said, "I will do my best. If General Manager Fang really hands the factory over to me, I will definitely make it a success and live up to the reputation of our H Paper Mill." Although it had only been a little over a year, the H Paper Mill had transformed from a major loss-making enterprise into a major taxpayer, gaining considerable fame in H County. It would take considerable courage to take over. "
Then you should prepare a good policy plan for the group company," Chi Yefeng said. Clearly, he also wanted Qiu Qikai to succeed him, but he didn't want to reveal that Lai Yonghe was also a competitor. The Oriental Group maintained a very good system of secrecy. What they needed to know, they knew; what they shouldn't know, no one dared to say. Fang Zhenyu had specifically emphasized this point, and even punished someone for it, which was extremely rare except for He Weiqiang.
Then, Kong Chili and the other two offered Qiu Qikai some advice, and Xu Qiang also spoke about some technical matters. However, she was somewhat skeptical, feeling that pooling the efforts of several people wouldn't reveal a person's true abilities. Not wanting to dampen their enthusiasm, she simply said, "Deputy Factory Director Qiu, just do your best. Don't be too fixated on it. Your group is full of talented people; there will definitely be competition. Don't take the outcome too seriously."
Kong Lifan, listening nearby, also felt he was focusing too much on Qiu Qikai, fearing it might hurt him if he lost. He also offered some words of encouragement.
Qiu Qikai was very cheerful, saying, "Don't worry, I know everyone is working for our group. I won't abandon my responsibilities just because I don't win. I will cooperate with the new factory director as I am now."
Hearing Qiu Qikai's words, everyone felt relieved and started talking about other things. Li Hua greatly admired Xu Qiang, saying, "Engineer Xu, Shanghai is so prosperous; how could you bear to leave and come to work in our remote little county?"
Xu Qiang chuckled inwardly, thinking, "How do you know there aren't men like Fang Zhenyu in Shanghai?" Of course, she wouldn't say that. She replied, "Isn't it just like what Deputy Factory Director Qiu said earlier, all for the sake of work? Once I've completed my cooperation with our factory, I'll naturally go back to Shanghai immediately."
Chi Yefeng, perhaps having seen through Xu Qiang's relationship with Fang Zhenyu, chuckled, "Shanghai may be big, but it's not easy to find a boss like our General Manager Fang. I think Engineer Xu intends to join our group." His old eyes looked at Xu Qiang meaningfully.
Xu Qiang blushed and said, "How could I? Why would I give up a perfectly good, secure job to come to your small group?"
She was right; while the Oriental Group wasn't small in Linhai, it was still child's play compared to companies in Shanghai. Chi Yefeng said, "Your research institute has many talented people. Someone like you, if you want to be valued, can only do so by coming to a small company like ours."
"I'm not talking to you anymore," Xu Qiang quickly surrendered when she saw Kong Lifan also showing signs of joining the discussion. She was worried that the more she talked, the more they would see her relationship with Fang Zhenyu.
Seeing her like this, Chi Yefeng stopped his advances, but he had other ideas in mind. Of course, being a shrewd old man, he wouldn't say it out loud in front of so many people. Meanwhile, Kong Lifan changed the subject back to work.

(Volume Seven) Chapter Eight: Outward Harmony, Inward Disagreement

Chapter Eight: Outward Harmony, Inward Disagreement
Wednesday, February 28, 1996 Linhai Hotel
Chen Xiangdong hadn't met with his so-called confidants for a while. Today, since Chen Chunyan was free, he invited them to a hotel for drinks and a chat. Within his small circle, Chen Chunyan's affair was no secret, so he always brought her along when he met with them.
Unlike usual, Vice Mayor Yang Mingji was also present, bringing a rather beautiful young woman with him. Everyone naturally congratulated him. The girl, named Xiaoxing, was very generous; after smiling and shaking hands with everyone, she didn't say a word, then nestled silently into Yang Mingji's arms.
After inviting everyone to sit down, Chen Xiangdong said, "Another year has passed. Last year, we all had a good year. I'd like to hear what new plans everyone has for this year."
Chen Chunyan smiled and said, "Brother, don't be impatient. The wine hasn't been served yet. How can these people speak their minds if they haven't had enough to drink?"
"Yes, yes, my little sister is right. Come on, pour the wine, let's have a drink first." Chen Xiangdong seemed very happy. He himself was also puzzled as to why he always felt so happy when he was with Chen Chunyan. This was also why, although Yang Mingji had reminded him, he hadn't given up on Chen Chunyan.
Soon, the wine and dishes were served, and before Chen Xiangdong could speak, everyone began to toast him and Chen Chunyan, especially Zhang Shupei, who toasted even more frequently. With the efforts of Chen Xiangdong and Ye Peidong, he was finally exempted from administrative punishment. Although he no longer had that power, he was still in that position. Chen Xiangdong hadn't originally planned to invite him, but considering that Zhang Shupei had too much information, it wouldn't be good to leave him out, so he invited him as well.
Long Zhongxiang was also happy for Zhang Shupei. In this situation, most people would kick someone when they're down, but Chen Xiangdong's actions showed great loyalty. He glanced at Chen Chunyan, who was sitting close to Chen Xiangdong, and toasted Zhang Shupei, saying, "Shupei, come, let me toast you. You've survived a great calamity; good fortune is sure to follow. You'll surely rise to great heights in the future."
"Thank you," Zhang Shupei replied. "I was able to escape because of everyone's help, and more importantly, the mayor's concern. Here, I toast the mayor and his sister."
After some commotion, everyone sat down. Chen Xiangdong said, "Shupei, thanking me earlier is really unnecessary. We're all striving for a common goal. Shupei has contributed to the development of Linhai; what he did was just a temporary misstep. However, it's best if this kind of situation doesn't happen again. I think everyone understands that it's not easy to cultivate a cadre."
Everyone nodded in agreement, wondering what was wrong with Chen Xiangdong today, why he was giving a report like he was at a conference. If he hadn't been embracing Chen Chunyan while speaking, everyone would have thought he had changed his personality. Only Yang Mingji understood his conflicted feelings. Yes, he had already lost to Zhong Yuguang politically and had no choice but to align himself with him. Few of his subordinates were innocent; under his protection, they had committed many bad deeds. How to make these people wake up was what he wanted to do. This was also why Chen Xiangdong had asked him to bring Xiao Xing today. Yang Mingji thought that he had used to call prostitutes when he was with them before, and to repay Chen Xiangdong for his constant support, he agreed. After hearing Chen Xiangdong's words, he stood up and said, "We, this group of people, were all promoted by you, Mayor. We will never let you down and will definitely examine ourselves carefully."
Everyone had always thought Yang Mingji had betrayed Chen Xiangdong, but now their relationship was so close. Clearly, what they had done before was just a show to gain Zhong Yuguang's trust. It seemed there was still hope in following Chen Xiangdong, though they had to be careful not to end up like Zhang Shupei. Everyone's confidence returned, and the atmosphere at the table became lively again.
"Little sister, you've received so much care from everyone these past few days, why don't you toast everyone?" Chen Xiangdong was pleased to see this.
"Yes, brother," Chen Chunyan gracefully stood up and toasted everyone. Actually, she was also very troubled. She was currently caught between Chen Xiangdong and Ye Peidong. Chen Xiangdong was practically her support, but Ye Peidong only provided her with physical satisfaction. Their relationship had entered its honeymoon phase, but she felt Ye Peidong was slowly drifting away from her. Several times when she initiated dates, Ye Peidong declined. At first, she thought it was because of Chen Bingbing, but upon closer observation, she realized it was because he had a woman named Long Jiaojiao by his side.
Because everyone was preoccupied with their own thoughts, the gathering wasn't as lively as Chen Xiangdong had anticipated. However, they managed to exchange New Year's plans. At the end, after sending Chen Chunyan to a hotel room, he asked Yang Mingji, "Mingji, what do you think of them…?"
Yang Mingji gestured for Xiaoxing to leave before saying, "Mayor, to put it bluntly, I'm afraid none of them are truly loyal to you anymore."
"How so?"
Yang Mingji asked. "You can tell from their fluctuating emotions tonight."
Chen Xiangdong thought about it carefully and felt Yang Mingji was telling the truth, so he asked, "Why is that? Can you analyze it for me?" Just
as Yang Mingji was about to speak, Chen Chunyan returned, so he said, "These things can't be explained in a few words. I'll report to you later."
Chen Xiangdong knew he didn't want to talk about it in front of Chen Chunyan, and there wasn't enough time, so he said, "Alright, so you don't disappoint Xiaoxing."
Chen Chunyan had wanted to know what they were talking about, but hearing his words, she didn't dare say anything more. So the four of them left the hotel. Chen Xiangdong had originally wanted to rekindle their old romance with Chen Chunyan, but Chen Chunyan said her "good friend" had come, so he let it go. Actually, Chen Chunyan wasn't really having a "good friend" come; she just wasn't in the mood at all. She was considering who to be closer to.
Chen Xiangdong was naturally somewhat disappointed, but remembering what Yang Mingji had said, he thought, "Well, that's fine. Everyone can reflect on themselves." Sure enough, he did reflect, but he couldn't sleep all night. There were just too many things to think about, including his relationship with Zhong Yuguang, his relationship with Fang Zhenyu, and so on. He also thought about his so-called subordinates. Now it seemed that, apart from Yang Mingji, none of them were useful. He couldn't help but feel sorry for himself. What had he been working so hard for over ten years? What should he do in the future? Now that Chen Bingbing was married and his son was far away, he had to think about himself carefully.
His wife, seeing him tossing and turning, asked him what was going on. How could he tell her about these things? He could only enjoy this sleepless "pleasure" alone.
On Tuesday, March 5, 1996
, Chen Bingbing, from Zhenhua Corporation, finished her errands and was about to go home when she changed her mind and headed back to Zhenhua Industrial Corporation. She had married Ye Peidong on New Year's Day. Originally, the two planned a honeymoon, but after only a week, Ye Peidong had work to do, and the weather had gotten cold, so they cancelled the trip. Ye Peidong wanted her to rest at home, but Chen Bingbing, thinking about the port and Fang Zhenyu, went to work.
Married life, while not exceptionally happy, was manageable. Therefore, despite having thoughts of other men, Chen Bingbing was still very family-oriented. Today, she went to the Finance Bureau and decided to stop by her husband's company to see if there was anything she could help with. As she
entered the company, the employees smiled and nodded at her. Although her wedding was small, almost all of her husband's company employees were present, so they all recognized her.
"Mrs. Ye." Ye Peidong's secretary bowed to her politely, but Chen Bingbing noticed that she looked a little flustered. Glancing over, she saw that her hand was on the intercom's call button, as if she was talking to someone inside. Feeling uneasy, she returned the bow discreetly and quickened her pace toward Ye Peidong's office.
After knocking on the door and waiting for about two or three minutes, Chen Bingbing heard Ye Peidong's voice calling her in. She pushed open the door and found Ye Peidong sitting at his desk, with a pretty girl sitting on the sofa opposite him. Seeing it was Chen Bingbing, Ye Peidong stood up and greeted her warmly, giving her a hug and saying, "Bingbing? What brings you back to see me?"
"I went back to the city on business. Once I finished, I thought I'd drop by," Chen Bingbing replied, glancing at the girl. She recognized her as Long Jiaojiao, the daughter of Long Zhongxiang, the director of the Enterprise Bureau.
"Mrs. Ye," Long Jiaojiao said, blushing, as she stood up and bowed to Chen Bingbing.
Chen Bingbing said kindly, "Jiaojiao, just call me Bingbing, or you can call me Sister Bing, no need to be so formal."
"Yes, Sister Bing," Long Jiaojiao said somewhat flusteredly, taking her leave.
"Come on, let's get intimate. I've missed you terribly these past few days," Ye Peidong said, pulling Chen Bingbing into his arms again and kissing her, his large hands roaming over her body.
"I missed you so much too," Chen Bingbing replied, but her attention was elsewhere. She glanced at the sofa where Long Jiaojiao had been sitting. There were some marks there; normally, or for a girl inexperienced in such matters, no one would notice. But Chen Bingbing, judging from the strange expressions on the secretary's and Long Jiaojiao's faces, knew what they were. This actually made her feel relieved. She wasn't a promiscuous person. By chance, Fang Zhenyu had taken advantage of her, and although she couldn't resist his temptation afterward, she still wanted to build a good family. Therefore, she always felt guilty towards Ye Peidong. But seeing him like that today, her guilt vanished.
"What's wrong?" Ye Peidong finally noticed Chen Bingbing's coldness and asked with concern.
Chen Bingbing didn't want him to know she knew his secret with Long Jiaojiao, so she made an excuse: "Maybe I was rushing and got up too early. The sea breeze made me a little dizzy."
"You too, why are you working so hard? Is it alright?" Ye Peidong seemed very concerned and helped her onto the sofa.
"It's alright, just sit down for a bit," Chen Bingbing said, her hand touching something slippery, which further confirmed her suspicion that Ye Peidong had just been doing *that* with Long Jiaojiao.
"Okay, lie down first, I'll take care of something, then we'll go home," Ye Peidong said, gesturing for her to lie down on the sofa.
Chen Bingbing lay on her side, looking at Ye Peidong engrossed in his work, her heart filled with mixed emotions. Yes, Ye Peidong was undoubtedly a promising young entrepreneur, only Fang Zhenyu was more outstanding. She was already quite fortunate to have him, but she also knew that even without Fang Zhenyu, their relationship wouldn't have reached a truly intimate level, because she felt Ye Peidong was too opportunistic. Now, with a third party involved, her opinion of Ye Peidong deepened. She was beginning to understand that Ye Peidong married her only to gain her father's support. She couldn't help but recall her father's words, telling her to think carefully before acting, but now it seemed too late.
Thinking of this, Chen Bingbing thought of Fang Zhenyu again. This man seemed to never consider her, only how to improve the port. His relationships with many women were purely platonic, yet it was precisely this that made all the women willing to give themselves to him. Of course, the pleasure he brought to women was something no other man could provide, not even the capable Ye Peidong. Now, she could finally enjoy Fang Zhenyu's unconventional love without worry. Chen Bingbing thought, and she couldn't help but feel excited.
"How are you feeling? Any better?" A while later, Ye Peidong finished his work and came to Chen Bingbing's side.
"I'm fine now." Chen Bingbing sat up and leaned into Ye Peidong's arms.
Ye Peidong put his arm around her shoulder and said affectionately, "I told you not to work too hard. How about I transfer you back to the city? That way I can take care of you closer to
home." "It's alright, I'll take good care of myself. How can things compare to developing well in the port?" Chen Bingbing said. This was also what she really thought, because she was already the main person in charge of financial affairs at the Port Development Zone Management Committee.
Ye Peidong stroked her flat stomach and said earnestly, "It's nothing now, but when you get pregnant, I'll be worried about you having no one to take care of you."
Chen Bingbing pushed him away and said, "Let's talk about it then. Let's go back."
"Okay." Ye Peidong helped Chen Bingbing out the door. Actually, he had noticed the change in Chen Bingbing's expression after she came in, knowing that she must have suspected his affair with Long Jiaojiao. But since she didn't say anything, he pretended not to know. He didn't know that Chen Bingbing had actually become Fang Zhenyu's mistress, but he had decided from the beginning to use her to control Chen Xiangdong, so he didn't take her emotional changes to heart, as long as she didn't bring it up verbally.
The couple left the company and returned home, each lost in their own thoughts.
On Tuesday, March 12, 1996, in Xiajiang Village,
Li Wei, heavily pregnant, was packing for Lei Xiaomin. After the Spring Festival, Lei Xiaomin received a notice from the district to attend a training course at the municipal Party School. He initially didn't want to go because Li Wei was about to give birth, but Li Wei insisted, saying she couldn't let his future be affected by his own situation. Lei Xiaomin, of course, couldn't persuade Li Wei otherwise, so he agreed.
An old woman, leaning on her cane, came over and said to Li Wei, "Xiaomin, you should let him pack himself. Don't tire himself out."
Li Wei helped the old woman sit down and said, "Grandma, I'm fine. As long as Xiaomin can learn something, I'll be happy."
"Xiaomin, did you hear that?" the old woman asked, staring at her grandson.
Lei Xiaomin was most afraid of his grandmother, so he quickly agreed, "Grandma, I know, I will definitely study hard and will never let you down."
"If you don't study well, you will not only embarrass me, but also Xiaowei and your sister Qiong. Although you are doing quite well in the village now, you still need to learn from other people's experience."
Hearing his grandmother's words, Lei Xiaomin was shaken. Yes, the village's economy was doing well now. Not only were there many tourists on Jiangxin Island, but the weaving factory was also doing very well. However, compared with other places, it was still far behind. He had really been a bit complacent. He quickly replied, "I will definitely bring back other people's good experience. Grandma, just wait for me to come back and make our Xiaojiang Village even better."
“That’s right, that’s what a village Party secretary should say.” Just as Lei Xiaomin finished speaking, a beautiful voice rang out. It was his sworn sister, Fang Yuqiong. She walked in with a beaming smile and said, “I heard you were notified to go to the Party School, and you were a little reluctant. I was just about to come and give you a lecture. Who knew that even Grandma could see so far ahead? Xiaomin, you’re so lucky to have such a grandma.”
Her words made the old woman a little embarrassed. She said, “Xiaoqiong, you’re flattering me too much. It’s Xiaowei who has such foresight.”
“Oh? It seems you two have learned a lot from my brother Fang?” Fang Yuqiong smiled at Li Wei.
Li Wei understood what she meant, but she wasn't embarrassed at all, saying, "Who among us hasn't benefited greatly from Brother Fang? I'm afraid Sister Qiong has benefited even more."
Lei Xiaomin, of course, didn't know the hidden meaning in the two women's words, and said seriously, "Brother Fang is indeed an extraordinary person. He can see something extraordinary in everything. Sister Qiong has benefited greatly from his influence, so Xiaowei, I also agree that after our son is born, you should go back to work for Brother Fang and learn more."
Li Wei thought to herself, "You're such a fool. Your wife goes there to sleep with other men, and you still support her." But she also liked Lei Xiaomin very much, after all, he was also a man who was dedicated to his career, so she said, "You should worry about your own affairs. I'll handle my own affairs."
Looking at Li Wei's already quite large belly, Lei Xiaomin said, "How can I be at ease with you like this?"
"A real man shouldn't be so fussy! We're here at home. I promise you'll come back with a healthy, chubby son." Zhang Xia, also heavily pregnant, walked in. Seeing Fang Yuqiong there, she greeted her, "Sister Qiong, you're here too."
"Yes, I came to check on the construction along the river and to see my little brother off." Fang Yuqiong said, picking up Lei Xiaomin's luggage and walking towards the door, saying, "My car is outside, let them take you out."
Lei Xiaomin reluctantly said goodbye to his grandmother and left. Li Wei wanted to follow, but Zhang Xia stopped him. "Forget it, it's not far, no need to be so reluctant. If you upset the baby, I won't be able to explain it to Xiaomin."
"Actually, aren't you the same as me? How come you can come but I can't go out?" Li Wei said indignantly.
“How can we be the same? I do a lot of physical labor, but you rarely do any. Grandma, don’t you think so?”
“Xia is right. Xiaowei, you should talk to her more. It will be good for your future health. I’m going for a walk outside.” The old lady said, and really went out.
“Sister Xia, can I ask you a question?” Seeing that no one else was around, Li Wei asked in a low voice.
“What is it? Go ahead.” Zhang Xia couldn’t help but chuckle when she heard her mysterious tone. She knew what question she wanted to ask.
“I know Xiaomin has other women. Can you tell me who they are?” Li Wei’s pretty eyes were fixed on Zhang Xia. Among the women who had been associated with Lei Xiaomin, Zhang Xia and Lei Jiehua were the most suspicious. However, Lei Jiehua was Lei Xiaomin’s aunt, so she focused her attention on Zhang Xia.
Zhang Xia didn't answer directly, but instead asked, "In your opinion, what kind of man is a good man?"
"Of course, a capable man."
"What kind of capable man do you mean?"
Li Wei blushed, but honestly replied, "Of course, all kinds of capable men are included."
Zhang Xia said earnestly, "A capable man will naturally have many women pursuing him, so it's not surprising that he's had other women in the past. Since you like capable men, why bother?"
Li Wei didn't know that Zhang Xia had a relationship with Fang Zhenyu, but seeing her like this, he was certain she was connected to Lei Xiaomin. He chuckled softly and said, "Of course I won't mind if he's had other women in the past. Even if he has other women now, I won't care, because these women are all his capable assistants, right?" Hearing
Li Wei say this, Zhang Xia didn't know what to say, because she didn't know if Li Wei was telling the truth. Could there be any woman besides Ning Yufang who was so magnanimous? Ning Yufang was like this because Fang Zhenyu was too outstanding; what was Li Wei's motive? She stared blankly at Li Wei, a look of confusion on her face.
Seeing that she was silent, Li Wei laughed and said, "Don't tell me you and him have nothing going on. I'm afraid Jiehua is involved too? She and Xiaomin aren't very close, not related by blood."
At this moment, Fang Yuqiong walked in and said, "What are you two doing here? Do you really want to tell everyone everything?"
Both women blushed and looked at Fang Yuqiong. Li Wei said, "Who would come here?"
"It's better to be careful. It's one thing if something happens to you, but it would be troublesome if something happened to your loved one." Fang Yuqiong looked around to make sure no one else was there before saying to Li Wei, "Actually, you don't need to test each other. Yes, Zhang Xia and Jiehua are both related to Xiaomin, but what's the big deal? Don't you also have a relationship with my older brother?"
"Sister Qiong!" Li Wei became embarrassed and said, "I'm not jealous of them, but I want to know who can help him the most. After all, his career needs everyone's support." Fang
Yuqiong breathed a sigh of relief. She was really afraid that Li Wei's jealousy would cause tension between her and the women of Xiajiang Village. This made things more difficult in Xiajiang Village. She said earnestly, "It's good that you think this way." She then stroked Li Wei's swollen belly and asked, "This must be Xiaomin's, right?"
"Yes, I wouldn't dare to do anything reckless in this regard," Li Wei answered honestly. "
That's good. Let's work together with Jiehua to manage Xiaomin's family well," Fang Yuqiong said.
"Sister Qiong, really? You're also with Xiaomin..." Li Wei didn't dare to ask any further.
Fang Yuqiong laughed, "Don't be jealous. Xiaomin and I have a purely platonic sibling relationship. I only helped him because I admired his talent and was grateful for his saving me. You should also know that since I had my older brother, no other man has been able to capture my heart."
Li Wei knew Fang Yuqiong was telling the truth and breathed a sigh of relief. She knew that if Fang Yuqiong really had a relationship with Xiaomin, she would never be able to compete with her. She said, "Don't worry, I will definitely focus more on him. I hope my husband will be as successful as our lover."
"Me too," Zhang Xia added, "but, just as Sister Qiong said, I'm focusing my main energy on the father of my child."
Hearing her words, both Li and Fang understood who the father of her unborn child was, and they smiled knowingly. The three of them felt even closer together.
On Wednesday, March 20, 1996,
Tan Chunmei, along with Qi Chaowei and others, arrived at Jiangxin Island in a grand procession. Qiu Lan happily arranged for them to stay in a yurt. She was naturally delighted, because their arrival meant Fang Zhenyu would also be coming and staying overnight. This meant she could once again enjoy that intense pleasure. At the same time, she wanted to have a child with Fang Zhenyu, just like Zhang Xia. After all, her disabled husband was hardly fit to have any offspring.
Seeing that no one was around, Tan Chunmei pulled her aside and whispered, "Qiu Lan, are
you horny?" "Get lost!" Qiu Lan shoved Tan Chunmei's bulging breasts and said, "He's always around you, of course you can have fun. Unlike us, it's only three or five times a year, it's hard not to be horny." "
Don't worry, arrange things well for the guests, I guarantee you'll have a good time tonight. How is Zhang Xia?" Tan Chunmei comforted her and then asked about Zhang Xia.
"Sister Xia is doing well, she's about to give birth. Sister Chunmei, I want to be like her, do you think that's okay?" Qiu Lan's face showed envy.
Looking at Qiu Lan, Tan Chunmei sighed inwardly. She knew no girl would forget Fang Zhenyu after their relationship. If Qiu Lan's husband were a normal man, she could persuade her, but Qiu Lan, like Zhang Xia and Lei Jiehua, had husbands who were disabled. So, she couldn't say anything. She simply said, "As long as you want it and are careful, nothing is impossible."
"That's wonderful!" Qiu Lan jumped for joy, like a little girl, showing no signs of being a married woman.
Seeing Su Ling approaching, Tan Chunmei said, "Qiu Lan, if you want happiness, you must be careful. Don't ruin yourself and your loved one for a moment of pleasure." With that, she walked towards Su Ling.
"President Tan, what are you talking about? You seem so engrossed?" Su Ling asked. In the six months since she last saw her, she had become more mature and voluptuous, her face radiating a seductive charm. Clearly, she was very much favored by Su Weipeng, who was currently riding high.
Tan Chunmei laughed and said, "Isn't it all so you can have a better time? I told them not to entertain guests like Qiulan tonight, so you can enjoy yourselves to the fullest!"
Su Lingjiao chuckled and said, "Is it for us or for yourselves? As far as I know, you don't even have many opportunities to be together in the city!"
Tan Chunmei didn't argue, but laughed, "Even if that's true, how about it? Our arrangements are alright, aren't they?"
Su Ling's face showed admiration, but with a hint of sarcasm, she said, "With someone as skilled at illicit affairs as you arranging things, how could we not be satisfied? I'm afraid countless girls have already lost their virginity to your Boss Fang because of your arrangements. So, when is your boss coming?"
Tan Chunmei had been paying attention to Su Ling's expression, and seeing the longing look on her face when she mentioned Fang Zhenyu, she thought: Could it be that she's also fallen for Zhenyu? If so, we'll have to make proper arrangements. As the general manager of the Oriental Group, Tan Chunmei focused most of her energy on her work, aside from her love for Fang Zhenyu. She never missed an opportunity that would benefit her career. So she smiled and said, "Our General Manager Fang will be here soon. What? You want me to arrange things too?"
Su Ling could tell that Tan Chunmei's words were a follow-up to her own earlier statement, and her face flushed. Indeed, she had a strong liking for Fang Zhenyu. His physical charm alone had captivated her, and the physical pleasures he offered were even more alluring. She knew that people like Tan Chunmei and Zhang Bei couldn't be won over by appearances alone; Fang Zhenyu must be very capable in matters of love and sex. But how could she possibly say such things? She gave an awkward laugh and said, "I'm not as infatuated with him as you are. Besides, he's yours, would you be willing to give him to me?"
Tan Chunmei laughed and said, "Who said I'm giving him to you? Can't we have him together? Don't worry, I'll make sure you're satisfied in every way, even if it's just the two of us together."
Su Ling was greatly moved and was about to say something when Su Weipeng and Qi Chaowei called them over, so the two of them walked towards them. As she walked, she whispered, "Sister Chunmei, is he really that amazing?"
Hearing this, Tan Chunmei knew she was interested and said, "You'll know after you try. Let's not talk about that now, let's have some fun with your deputy director first, I'll arrange the rest." She said this, but she wasn't really sure. Arranging for her to be with Fang Zhenyu under these circumstances wouldn't be easy, since this island wasn't very big. It seemed she could only come to Linhai when she had time, or when Fang Zhenyu went to the provincial capital. However, the latter was unlikely, as Fang Zhenyu rarely took the initiative.
Actually, Su Weipeng and the others came to Linhai mainly for fun, so after Tan Chunmei made arrangements for them, she had nothing to do. After making a phone call to tell Fang Zhenyu about things here, she and Lin Xiaoying played with Xiaoqiang. Seeing how much Xiaoqiang resembled Lin Xiaoying, she felt relieved. Although Lin Xiaoying wasn't afraid of falling out with Qi Chaowei, it wouldn't be good if it affected the group's development. Lin Xiaoying, of course, noticed her worry and smiled, "President Tan, don't envy me. Someone like you has every opportunity to give birth to one for our President Fang."
Tan Chunmei sighed, "I'm already in my seventies or eighties, how could I dare? If I were as young as you, maybe I would consider it. Now, I just take it one day at a time."
"When did President Tan become so pessimistic?" A petite girl carrying a water bottle came over and smiled at Tan Chunmei, a knowing smile appearing on her childlike face.
Tan Chunmei was taken aback, but after seeing who it was, she felt much relieved and asked, "Du Qingqing, what are you doing here? And working as a waitress?"
The girl replied, "What? Are you big bosses allowed to come here, but ordinary people like us aren't?" After putting down the kettle, she turned to Tan Chunmei and explained, "Zhang Xia is my cousin. I came to see her and also stopped by this island in the middle of the river for a visit."
It turned out that the girl's name was Du Qingqing, a nurse at the Municipal People's Hospital. She was quite close to Ning Yuzhi and had visited the Ning family home many times. There, she had met Tan Chunmei several times. Tan Chunmei knew that Du Qingqing also had a strong liking for Fang Zhenyu, so she wasn't worried about her telling anyone what she had overheard. Tan Chunmei laughed, "This world belongs to you young people. It's only right that you come here to have fun. But with Mr. Fang here today, I'm afraid you'll have even more fun."
"What is Fang Zhenyu? I don't value him like you do!" Du Qingqing said, but her face flushed. She felt her face getting hot and quickly turned to rush out the door, but then cried out, "Ouch!" She had bumped into someone's arms.
It was Fang Zhenyu. He hugged Du Qingqing tightly and laughed, "Why are you in such a hurry? What happened?" One of his hands was placed on her breasts, which were large enough to be grasped in one hand.
Du Qingqing felt a tingling sensation all over her body, and her head spun. She wasn't angry because Fang Zhenyu had taken liberties with her, but rather worried that he had overheard her words. However, she had no strength left and couldn't push him away. She could only cry out, "You bad guy, let me go!"
Tan Chunmei and Lin Xiaoying laughed. Tan Chunmei said, "Didn't you just say you didn't care about him? How come you're already throwing yourself at him before you've even finished speaking?"
Du Qingqing felt even more embarrassed and quickly pushed Fang Zhenyu away, staggering away. Seeing her like this, Fang Zhenyu wondered what was wrong and asked Tan Chunmei, "Chunmei, what's wrong with her?"
Before Tan Chunmei could speak, Qi Chaowei had already walked over. She swallowed what she was about to say, greeted Qi Chaowei, and then said to Fang Zhenyu, "It's nothing. It's our women's business, you men should mind your own business."
"That's right, Mr. Fang, let's have a good drink tonight and let the women have their own fun!"
Fang Zhenyu knew, of course, that it wasn't so easy to say, but in front of outsiders, he couldn't say much, so he went off to have fun with Qi Chaowei and the others.

(Volume Seven) Chapter Nine: A Grand Blueprint

Chapter Nine: A Grand Blueprint
Friday, March 29, 1996, Linhai Hotel
Fang Zhenyu, along with Fu Xiaohua and Tan Chunmei, stepped into the meeting room for the group discussion. They saw Chen Xiangdong and the other committee members already waiting there. Upon seeing them enter, everyone stood up and gave them a warm round of applause, making Fang Zhenyu and the two women feel embarrassed. Fang Zhenyu shook hands with Chen Xiangdong and said apologetically, "I'm sorry to have kept you waiting."
Chen Xiangdong laughed, "No, it's just that we arrived early. If I had a beautiful woman with me like you, I wouldn't have come so early."
Chen Xiangdong's words were obviously just casual talk, but Fu Xiaohua and Tan Chunmei blushed upon hearing them. Indeed, during the lunch break, the two of them had spent time with Fang Zhenyu, and both of them were very satisfied, especially Fu Xiaohua. After getting a boyfriend, she couldn't find satisfaction with him, so she was even more attached to Fang Zhenyu. At this moment, her face was still flushed with satisfaction. But she was, after all, a reporter, and her mouth was not one to hold back. She said, "You're a local official. Getting a beautiful woman to accompany you is no easy task, isn't it? As long as you have the guts!"
Chen Xiangdong laughed, "Of course I don't have that guts. Mr. Fang, do you?" As he spoke, he gestured for Fang Zhenyu to sit down next to him.
Fang Zhenyu chuckled and said, "Me too, I have the will, but not the guts."
Tan Chunmei and Fu Xiaohua secretly laughed to themselves. What did he mean by having the will but not the guts? Fang Zhenyu was incredibly bold. So far, there hadn't been a single beautiful woman he hadn't dared to touch. Of course, they didn't dare say anything and each found a place to sit down.
Yue Shaoxiong, as the convener of this group, didn't dare say much in front of Fang Zhenyu and Chen Xiangdong until they finished speaking, then said, "Let's begin the discussion. Today, the mayor has come in person to hear everyone's opinions. If you have any good ideas, you can say them to the mayor's face. If you have any opinions on the work report, you can also raise them directly with the mayor." He paused for a moment, and seeing that no one spoke, he began to speak first. Of course, what he said was still the same kind of praise and flattery.
With Yue Shaoxiong leading the way, everyone became more enthusiastic. Although it was mostly New Year's greetings, quite a few people offered their opinions. Chen Xiangdong listened with a smile throughout. This past year, Linhai City had indeed achieved remarkable results. Not only had the development of Linhai Port made great progress, but all undertakings were thriving. In the past, he might not have been so pleased to hear this, but today he listened with great interest. He also listened attentively to the opinions raised by the other committee members, occasionally interjecting with questions.
Fang Zhenyu also listened quietly, but his mind was more focused on how to present his own ideas for port construction and reach a consensus. When he saw that everyone else had spoken and Chen Xiangdong was looking at him, he spoke up too. Fang Zhenyu's speech mainly revolved around the construction of the port; he didn't even offer a single polite remark. He pointed out that the port construction had reached a critical juncture, requiring substantial foreign investment. However, the current environment in Linhai City, both in terms of infrastructure and marketing, was far from ideal. Leaving aside the infrastructure, the marketing environment needed continuous improvement. He used Hong Min's experience in Linhai to illustrate the current state of mind among the city's residents, concluding, "If we don't create an environment that makes visitors feel at ease, talking about increasing investment attraction is just empty talk."
Fang Zhenyu's words sparked discussion among the others, who largely agreed with his assessment, with many sharing their own experiences. Chen Xiangdong listened with a furrowed brow. Linhai's economic strength was limited, and while foreign investment was indeed essential for rapid development, as Fang Zhenyu pointed out, without a good environment, who would be willing to invest in Linhai? As the time was almost up, he said, "Everyone's opinions were very pertinent, and I will take them back to the mayor's office meeting for discussion. But I think what Mr. Fang said was the most important. This not only requires our cadres to serve investors wholeheartedly, but also requires our citizens to continuously improve their own qualities. I think, as Mr. Fang said, we must launch a campaign throughout the city aimed at improving the quality of citizens. As for how to carry it out, there isn't enough time this afternoon, but I hope everyone can refine it in tomorrow's discussion, and ideally, come up with a proposal."
The discussion ended in a warm atmosphere. Chen Xiangdong invited Fang Zhenyu and Tan Chunmei to stay for dinner, and of course, Zhong Yuguang was also present. During the meeting, Chen Xiangdong relayed Fang Zhenyu's comments from the conference, saying, "Yuguang, this is a big problem. What do you think we should do?"
Fang Zhenyu had actually raised this issue with Zhong Yuguang a long time ago, but Zhong Yuguang had been too busy with work to pay attention. Hearing Chen Xiangdong's words, he glanced at Fang Zhenyu and said, "This is indeed a major obstacle hindering our city's progress towards becoming a modern metropolis. How to proceed is something I think we should let the Standing Committee discuss." He was somewhat puzzled; why was Chen Xiangdong being so kind to Fang Zhenyu lately? He wasn't worried that Fang Zhenyu would side with Chen Xiangdong, but rather that Chen Xiangdong might be up to something. Fang Zhenyu wasn't involved in politics and didn't think that far ahead, but he couldn't help but consider it.
Fang Zhenyu hadn't thought that far ahead; his mind was entirely focused on the development of Linhai Port. Seeing the mayor and secretary so concerned about the issue, he felt reassured and shifted the topic to port construction. Zhong Yuguang and Chen Xiangdong were also very interested in port construction and joined in the conversation.
Fang Zhenyu's focus remained on the port's planning. Thanks to Zhan An's efforts, the Standing Committee's will had aligned with Fang Zhenyu's ideas; however, this needed approval at the National People's Congress, which was Fang Zhenyu's concern. Seeing Fang Zhenyu's worried expression, Chen Xiangdong smiled and said, "President Fang, don't worry. Secretary Zhong has already considered this issue, which is why he's scheduled your speech at the plenary session first, allowing you to fully articulate your views. I believe that with your eloquence, it won't be difficult to persuade those representatives."
Having been put into this, Fang Zhenyu had no choice but to agree. He had already devoted considerable effort to the port's construction, no longer worrying about anything else.
Seeing Fang Zhenyu so highly valued by the municipal party committee and government, and so supported by the secretary and mayor, Tan Chunmei was even happier. She frequently toasted Zhong Yuguang and Chen Xiangdong. That evening, everyone enjoyed themselves immensely, and Tan Chunmei was also very happy. She had taken the opportunity of discussing her speech with Fang Zhenyu to stay at his home, and of course, she could continue to receive Fang Zhenyu's passionate affection along with Ning Yufen and others.
On Saturday, April 6, 1996, at the Fang family mansion,
Fang Zhenyu kissed Xiao Ning, handed him over to Aunt Thirteen, and then went upstairs with Shangguan Wenxin and the others. "Brother-in-law, Xiao Ning is so cute! I wish I had such a cute baby too!" Ning Yuzhi, clinging to Fang Zhenyu's arm, pressed her full breasts against him, saying with boundless envy.
Shangguan Wenxin laughed, "That's easy, just let your eldest brother plant his strong seed in your fertile soil." As she spoke, she reached out to touch Ning Yuzhi's crotch.
"Of course that's easy, but finding a father for the child isn't easy. I'm not like you, I already have two backups." Ning Yuzhi giggled, playfully teasing Shangguan Wenxin.
Fang Zhenyu was very happy to see the two of them so happy. He couldn't say anything more to Ning Yuzhi and the other Ning sisters; they could do whatever they wanted when it came to love. Wasn't that right? After Ning Yuwei won the world runner-up title, she immediately married Dong Liwang. Fang Zhenyu found it very strange, and when he asked, he learned that she was afraid that if he accidentally planted a seed in her, it would be difficult to explain to Dong Liwang.
Talking and laughing, the three of them went to Fang Zhenyu's study, only to find Ning Yufang inside making a phone call. "Sister, who are you talking to? You seem so engrossed in your conversation," Ning Yuzhi asked.
Ning Yufang said a few more words, then handed the phone to Fang Zhenyu, laughing, "The calls here are either about your brother-in-law's work or his mistresses. Guess what kind of calls they are?"
"Of course, they're our sisters," Ning Yuzhi said, eavesdropping on Fang Zhenyu's call while taking off his coat. Sure enough, Zhong Ying's sweet voice came through the phone.
Shangguan Wenxin didn't tease them; instead, she turned on the computer and started looking at some information. Today, she came back with Fang Zhenyu mainly to be intimate with him, but she also wanted to look up some information on the computer. She knew that if she didn't hurry, she might not be able to do it soon. Sure enough, a little while later, Ning Yuzhi had already pulled Fang Zhenyu into the bathroom.
"Wenxin, what are you looking up?" Ning Yufang asked from the side.
Shangguan Wenxin turned around and said, "Big brother needs some information on foreign ports, I have to look it up for him."
"Then hurry up and look it up." Ning Yufang didn't disturb her and went to help her sister bathe Fang Zhenyu. When they came out of the bathroom, Shangguan Wenxin had already started printing the documents.
"Sister Wenxin, why don't you go take a shower too?" Ning Yuzhi took over her work and said.
Shangguan Wenxin saw that Ning Yufang was already sucking Fang Zhenyu's huge cannon, so she didn't refuse anymore, handed the printed documents to Fang Zhenyu, and went to the bathroom as well.
"Yu, what material is so important?" Ning Yufang was completely naked, she spat out her long treasure, tilted her head back and asked.
“It’s the material Yu Guang and the others wanted regarding the development of Linhai Port. They want us to put forward a proposal.” Fang Zhenyu said, while reaching out to caress Ning Yufang’s ample breasts, and asked with concern, “How’s your recording going? Are Qianqian and the others doing well?”
“It’s all finished. I’ve left some finishing touches to Qianqian. She just misses you so much.” Ning Yufang said affectionately. It turned out that she had only returned to Linhai today.
“I miss you all too, but I really couldn’t get away to help you.” Fang Zhenyu was also very moved, and began to tease her passionately.
“Just focus on your own business, we’ll handle our own affairs,” Ning Yufang said affectionately. She knew that although Fang Zhenyu had many lovers, his heart was still with her, so her love for him had never diminished.
Ning Yuzhi was engrossed in her sister’s exquisite beauty, and seeing that it was already overflowing with love juice, she looked up and said, “Sister, go for it.”
Ning Yufang couldn’t resist any longer, so she straddled him, inviting Fang Zhenyu’s little brother into her gentle embrace, and began to move, exclaiming with pleasure, “So beautiful! I don’t want to leave you!”
“If you really don’t want to, then don’t go singing. I also want you to serve me at home,” Fang Zhenyu said, his large hands cupping her firm and high breasts, gently kneading them.
“Yes, sister, why do you have to work so hard?” Ning Yuzhi also said.
Ning Yufang groaned, "This home belongs to everyone, so of course I should do my part. Besides, with you all taking care of him, isn't it the same? By the way, how's the matter with Island #15 going?"
"It's all settled. Dajun is in charge, and they're designing the plans now," Fang Zhenyu said. Island #15 was the other home the Fang family had proposed, and they had actually bought it.
"That's good. I also think it would be more comfortable to live there."
"Don't worry, it's our home. How could my brother-in-law not put his heart into it?" Ning Yuzhi said.
Shangguan Wenxin happened to come out of the bathroom. She came to Fang Zhenyu's side naked and said, "We'll keep an eye on things too. Just imagine, once the island is built, a whole bunch of us women will be surrounding him, a big man, without anyone else bothering us. How wonderful that would be!"
Ning Yufang reached her climax and cried out as she lay on top of Fang Zhenyu, but looked at Shangguan Wenxin and said, "Wenxin, you're even more beautiful now."
Shangguan Wenxin caressed Fang Zhenyu's firm chest and laughed, "With Big Brother's constant caresses, it's hard not to be beautiful. Have you ever seen a girl who isn't beautiful after getting Big Brother? And, I don't know if you've noticed, but because of the constant caresses, people also become younger. Just look at Sister Chunmei and you'll understand."
"Of course we've noticed." The three women all giggled.
"Big Brother Fang, I want some too." Just then, Thirteenth Aunt's shy voice rang out from outside the door. She appeared at the doorway, her face flushed, one hand supporting herself on the doorframe, as if she had no strength at all.
"Thirteenth Aunt?" Ning Yuzhi exclaimed in surprise. She quickly went over and hugged her, saying, "Why did you come up here? Where's Xiao Ning?"
"Sister Zhi!" Thirteenth Aunt leaned on Ning Yuzhi's shoulder and said, "Xiao Ning is already asleep. I've been missing Brother Fang for a long time." As she spoke, her beautiful eyes were still fixed on Ning Yufang and Fang Zhenyu, who were engaged in sexual activity.
"Thirteenth Aunt, you're still too young to do this kind of thing!" Ning Yuzhi said, and tried to push her out the door.
Ning Yufang said, "Fifth Sister, let her come. Although she's too young to really play, she can still try this feeling. Anyway, she'll be Zhenyu's woman in the future." Ning Yufang had long known that not only Thirteenth Aunt, but even Yue Shanshan, who was only eleven or twelve years old, would probably not escape the fate of becoming Fang Zhenyu's lover. It's just that they weren't old enough yet.
Fang Zhenyu said, "Yufang, isn't this inappropriate?"
"What's inappropriate? Haven't you already been fondling Jingjing and Tingting? What's one more Aunt Thirteen? Come, Aunt Thirteen, let Sister Fang teach you how to get pleasure from Big Brother, and how to give Big Brother pleasure." Ning Yufang pulled Aunt Thirteen over and said.
"Sister Fang!" Aunt Thirteen then leaned on Ning Yufang's fragrant shoulder.
Shangguan Wenxin pulled her over and said, "Alright, you let Sister Fang have her fun first, I'll teach you."
Actually, Aunt Thirteen didn't need anyone to teach her. She had already spied on Fang Zhenyu and the other women's pleasure many times, so when everyone agreed, she took off all her clothes, revealing her still immature body to everyone.
With things having come to this point, how could Fang Zhenyu refuse? He had no choice but to pull Aunt Thirteen over, caressing her smooth skin and kissing her small mouth. Naturally, he wouldn't overlook her private parts, which were still covered in soft downy hair, causing Aunt Thirteen to start moaning softly. Instantly, the sounds of passion filled the room again.
On Sunday, April 7, 1996 ,
when Ning Yuheng returned home to Zhong Yuguang's house, Zhong Yuguang was reclining on the sofa looking at materials. It was a proposal about Linhai Port prepared by Fang Zhenyu, which his secretary had just delivered. Ning Yuheng sat on her husband's lap and asked with concern, "When did you get back?"
Zhong Yuguang reached out and put his arm around his wife's slender waist, replying, "Just got back a short while ago. Where did you go?" He had been in the provincial capital attending the provincial People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference for the past few days.
"Dajun sent two sets of clothes to Yingying, and I just went to the post office to mail them to her." Ning Yuheng's face was slightly flushed. She was going to mail the clothes to Zhong Ying, but before that, she went to the Fang family's house and had a passionate encounter with Fang Zhenyu there. She was still filled with the passion Fang Zhenyu had given her.
"Thank you for caring so much about Yingying!" As a stepmother, Ning Yuheng had done the best. Zhong Ying already treated her like her own mother. Zhong Yuguang was very grateful, and his large hands began to massage Ning Yuheng's high, firm breasts. He hadn't been intimate with his wife for several days, and he was already feeling aroused.
Ning Yuheng let out a comfortable moan, partly feigned and partly genuine. Having just been satisfied, she certainly wouldn't be aroused so quickly. But she knew that Zhong Yuguang's needs in this regard were also very urgent, so she said, "Honey, shall we eat first?"
"How can rice compare to these two steamed buns?" Zhong Yuguang didn't let up at all, and kissed her lips, then said, "Besides, I've already made an appointment with Mayor Chen to have lunch together and discuss your brother-in-law's proposal."
Ning Yuheng had no choice but to half-heartedly let him undress her. She was glad that she had taken a shower before coming back, otherwise she would have had a hard time hiding it from Zhong Yuguang's eyes. Although Zhong Yuguang's needs were urgent, they were quite gentle, so while she was enjoying his love, she asked about Fang Zhenyu's proposal, "What kind of proposal is brother-in-law working on? Why is he in such a hurry?"
Zhong Yuguang laughed, "What kind of proposal could he possibly have? It's all about his port construction." He really liked this warm and romantic feeling, gently thrusting as he talked to Ning Yuheng about work. He loved Ning Yuheng very much, partly because although she cared about his work, she never let their private conversations leak out.
Ning Yuheng playfully scolded, "You're quite shrewd, making him work so hard for you and then laughing at him." In her heart, she thought that while Zhong Yuguang was doing well in politics, he was far inferior to Fang Zhenyu in other areas. Of course, she wouldn't show this. "I wasn't laughing at him!
I was just thinking that if he had entered politics, he might have been even more successful than me, it's just a pity..." Zhong Yuguang said, turning over and letting Ning Yuheng take the initiative.
Ning Yuheng, of course, wouldn't refuse, but she wasn't overly aggressive either. After all, she had just satisfied him. She gently satisfied Zhong Yuguang before smiling and saying, "You still have so many gifts. It seems you still haven't properly comforted Sister Xiang."
"What did you say!" Zhong Yuguang was greatly surprised!
Ning Yuheng took a breath and said, "Sister Xiang, you've endured so much suffering all by yourself. After you've tried her, even if you don't want her anymore, you should at least find a chance to satisfy her a little. Don't worry, as long as your heart is with me, I won't mind if you have sex with a woman occasionally."
"You..." Zhong Yuguang's heart was pounding. After calming down for a while, he asked, "You know about me and Xu Xiangjun?"
Ning Yuheng giggled, getting up to deal with the aftermath as she said, "I not only know that you and her only met once, but I also know that Secretary Xu wanted you two to be a couple. I just don't know if it was because of you or her that it didn't happen."
"Why would she tell you these things?" Zhong Yuguang found it very strange. Women are generally very tight-lipped about these kinds of things.
"It's because I caught her secret."
"You caught her secret? What secret could you possibly have?" Zhong Yuguang asked curiously, still not letting Ning Yuheng put on her clothes, his large hands caressing her smooth skin.
Ning Yuheng didn't refuse, but smiled and said, "Don't think that just because you've had one relationship with her, she'll tell you everything. Do you know why she stopped bothering you after coming to Linhai? It's because she's set her sights on a new target."
Zhong Yuguang thought Ning Yuheng's words made sense. Judging from Xu Xiangjun's personality, although she had made it clear that she wouldn't marry him, she wouldn't let him off easily. In the provincial capital, although there weren't many people she had pursued, there were still a few. So he asked, "Who is her new target?"
"Who else could be better than my husband?"
Ning Yuheng said this with great pride, which made Zhong Yuguang very happy. At the same time, he also knew who Xu Xiangjun had her eye on. He asked, "Are they together?"
Ning Yuheng didn't answer, but said, "Someone like my brother-in-law, so focused on his work, how much opportunity would he have to deal with her? But now it seems she's playing a crucial role in Linhai's development, so I'm giving you the chance to try and win her over."
Zhong Yuguang stared wide-eyed at Ning Yuheng, unsure if she was telling the truth. What woman would let her husband sleep with another woman? Did she have another man herself?
Although Zhong Yuguang didn't say it aloud, Ning Yuheng knew what he was thinking, so she said seriously, "Don't think I'm really that kind. I'm just worried about you officials; none of you are without affairs. I don't want you to go down that path. Anyway, you've already been with her, and she's quite important to your career, so I'm only compromising like this."
"Thank you for your tolerance, but I won't do that. Even if you agree, if Yingying finds out, she'll hate me," Zhong Yuguang said solemnly.
“I don’t know if you would do that, but you don’t need to worry about Yingying. She’s a smart girl and knows what’s good for her father.” Ning Yuheng got up to get dressed and said, “Get up, it’s getting late. We should go have dinner with Mayor Chen. You’d better remind Mayor Chen that the woman from the dance troupe he’s with isn’t a good person!”
“What? You mean Chen Xiangdong has a woman outside?”
“Although there’s no evidence, it’s pretty close, and she has a very close relationship with your friend from Zhenhua Company. You need to be careful about this.” Ning Yuheng said seriously. He got this information from Fang Zhenyu and Liu Yandong and pieced it together.
Zhong Yuguang didn’t speak. While Ning Yuheng helped him get dressed, he thought about how to talk to Chen Xiangdong, because he knew that Ning Yuheng generally wouldn’t gossip about others. After getting dressed, he said, "I need to find an opportunity to talk to Chen Xiangdong about this slowly. Let's not talk about it today."
"I know, I won't say anything unless you tell me," Ning Yuheng replied, and she and Zhong Yuguang went out together.
On Monday, April 15, 1996,
Fang Zhenyu, after trying every possible method, finally managed to sneak into Pan Jiumei's Delicious Rice Noodle Shop with Shi Xiaoyan when he was sure no one had noticed. Pan Jiumei had just come from her hometown the previous week and asked someone to send a message to Fang Zhenyu, asking him to come to her shop within a few days no matter what, and preferably without anyone else knowing. Fang Zhenyu knew what Pan Jiumei was thinking, of course. Unlike others, she couldn't just enter Fang Zhenyu's office at will, so even though she was so close, she rarely received Fang Zhenyu's affection. Of course, Fang Zhenyu wouldn't favor one over the other, so after discussing it with Shi Xiaoyan, they devised a way to go.
Pan Jiumei already knew from a phone call that Fang Zhenyu was coming tonight, so she was already waiting at the shop. As soon as Fang Zhenyu entered, before Shi Xiaoyan could even close the door properly, she threw herself into his arms, saying affectionately, "Mr. Fang, I've missed you so much!"
Fang Zhenyu hugged her tightly, kissed her on the cheek, and said, "I've missed you too!"
Shi Xiaoyan closed the door and said, "There's plenty of time. Let's talk in the room."
"Yes, let's go upstairs." Pan Jiumei wrapped her arms around Fang Zhenyu's waist, pressing her ample breasts against his broad shoulders, and pushed him upstairs. Shi Xiaoyan pushed him from the other side.
Knowing full well why they were there, Fang Zhenyu naturally wouldn't refuse. Pan Jiumei's mother knew about his relationship with Jiumei. He noticed that the light in her room was off, clearly to facilitate their activities, and couldn't help but sigh at the greatness of maternal love. The three entered the boudoir. Fang Zhenyu sat on Jiu Mei's bed, pulled her into his arms, and asked, "Jiu Mei, how's things at home? Has your brother's matter been resolved?"
Faced with Fang Zhenyu's concern, Pan Jiu Mei felt a surge of happiness welling up in her heart. She first gave Fang Zhenyu a sweet kiss before saying, "Everything's settled, thank you!" She had returned home this time for two reasons: firstly, to find a husband, a fact she hadn't told Fang Zhenyu; and secondly, to settle her elder brother's debts. Although she disapproved of her brother's actions, he was still her brother, so she helped him while she could. "Not only that, I got married too!" Pan Jiu Mei exclaimed excitedly.
"What?" Fang Zhenyu exclaimed, lifting Pan Jiu Mei's head and gazing into her beautiful eyes.
Pan Jiumei remained remarkably calm, saying, "I mean, I'm already married. The groom is the boy you met the day before yesterday. You're not jealous, are you?"
Fang Zhenyu then realized that Pan Jiumei was telling the truth. He just couldn't understand why she had married so quickly, and to a minor. He asked, "Of course I'm not jealous, but why are you doing this?"
"Don't all women have to get married?" Pan Jiumei left Fang Zhenyu's embrace and began to undress.
Shi Xiaoyan was also undressing Fang Zhenyu, saying, "This is Jiumei's family custom, nothing strange about it. The night is short, let's play and talk."
The three then became intimately naked. While enjoying Fang Zhenyu's caresses, Pan Jiumei spoke of the customs of her hometown. Apparently, in her hometown, women could have sexual relations with men before marriage, and they could only marry after having a child. Of course, they usually married the child's father, but in many cases, it wasn't.
Fang Zhenyu lovingly stroked Pan Jiumei's flat stomach and asked, "So, you're pregnant?"
"Yes! It was last time. I can finally be a mother!" Pan Jiumei said, her tone filled with happiness.
Hearing this, Fang Zhenyu felt even more affection for Pan Jiumei. He used all his skills to arouse her, and was about to make his move when Pan Jiumei refused. She said, "I'm not suited for strenuous activity right now. Besides, there's someone else waiting for your love! Little sister, come out!" She called to the small bed with a mosquito net hanging nearby.
Fang Zhenyu hadn't noticed the bed, let alone imagined someone was on it. Hearing Pan Jiumei's words, he was startled and looked at the bed, speechless. A woman emerged from behind the mosquito net. Although her head was lowered and her long hair obscured her face, her skin and figure revealed her to be a very young girl. He exclaimed anxiously, "Ninth Sister, how could you do such a thing!"
The girl tossed her hair back, revealing her pretty face, and said shyly to Fang Zhenyu, "Mr. Fang, don't I deserve your love?"
"Hua Duo'er?" Fang Zhenyu exclaimed. He recognized the girl; she was the waitress who had come with Pan Jiumei, named Hua Duo'er.
"That's right, she's my husband's sister. She already knows about you and me, and she likes you very much. It's up to you whether you want her or not," Pan Jiumei said, then sat down to the side, as if it were none of her business.
"Boss, you've taken so many girls! Hua Duo'er is so beautiful, and she's truly sincere towards you. Why don't you put in the effort and teach her how to be a real woman?" Shi Xiaoyan chimed in, adding fuel to the fire.
Fang Zhenyu knew that in Pan Jiumei's hometown, where premarital relations were permissible, married women were expected to remain chaste. Since he intended to continue his relationship with Pan Jiumei, he needed to silence Huaduo'er. Besides, Huaduo'er was a beautiful woman, and he certainly wouldn't let her go. He pulled Huaduo'er into his arms, lifted her head, and stared intently into her beautiful eyes, earnestly asking, "Huaduo'er, are you truly willing to be my lover?"
Huaduo'er bravely met Fang Zhenyu's gaze and firmly replied, "I am!"
At this point, what could Fang Zhenyu say? He lowered his head and kissed Huaduo'er's small lips, his large hands gently caressing her delicate breasts. His technique was superb; soon, Huaduo'er, already aroused, was filled with even greater desire. Under the tutelage of Pan Jiumei and Shi Xiaoyan, Huaduo'er learned to play the flute for Fang Zhenyu, and with his careful guidance, she transformed into a devoted wife.
"How wonderful!" After Huaduo and Fang Zhenyu were tightly joined together, she murmured, "I never thought that my small place could accommodate such a big treasure."
"Wait a moment, and you'll experience what true beauty is!" Pan Jiumei said, cooperating with Fang Zhenyu's actions. Although Shi Xiaoyan didn't speak, she wasn't idle either, also encouraging them from the side.
Fang Zhenyu used all his skills to bring Huaduo to the most beautiful state before playing with Shi Xiaoyan and Pan Jiumei again. He didn't need to control himself with Shi Xiaoyan, but with Pan Jiumei, he had to restrain himself, because Pan Jiumei was right, someone three months pregnant like her shouldn't do this kind of activity. But how could Pan Jiumei resist seeing their revelry? Of course, she had to have her fill.
The three women and one man played until almost dawn, until all three women were completely satisfied, before Fang Zhenyu and Shi Xiaoyan secretly left.
On Thursday, April 18, 1996, at the Linhai Grand Hotel,
Chen Xiangdong sat down on the sofa, took the tea Lin Heng brought, and said, "Lin Heng, you can go back now. You don't need to stay here with me today."
"Yes!" Lin Heng's eyes were filled with doubt. Having followed Chen Xiangdong for so many years, he had never been asked to leave the hotel like this before. He wondered what was wrong with Chen Xiangdong today. Despite his doubts, he still responded and slowly withdrew.
Watching Lin Heng close the door, Chen Xiangdong leaned back on the sofa, lost in thought. Today, he had invited Zhong Yuguang and Yang Mingji out for a chat, wanting to sort out his relationship with Zhong Yuguang. Zhong Yuguang had agreed, and Yang Mingji had also said he would come, but he had no idea where to begin. Since his conversation with Yang Mingji, he had seriously considered his actions since Zhong Yuguang arrived in Linhai and felt that Yang Mingji's words made sense. He learned more about Fang Zhenyu from his daughter and realized that continuing to fight Zhong Yuguang would not only jeopardize his own future but, more importantly, harm Linhai. Although he had reservations about Zhong Yuguang, he had deep feelings for Linhai and didn't want it to fall behind other places because of him.
What surprised Chen Xiangdong most was that his daughter told him about an affair between Chen Chunyan and Ye Peidong. Recalling Chen Chunyan's various skills in bed, he could tell she was quite promiscuous, so he naturally believed his daughter. Besides, Chen Bingbing didn't know about his relationship with Chen Chunyan!
Just then, there was a knock at the door, and Yang Mingji arrived first. "Mayor!" Yang Mingji greeted him respectfully.
"Sit down!" Chen Xiangdong gestured to the sofa and poured him tea.
"Thank you!" Yang Mingji thanked him, sat down, and looked at Chen Xiangdong, saying, "Mayor, you've aged quite a bit these past few days." He had spent some time studying at the provincial Party School after being promoted to vice mayor, and hadn't seen Chen Xiangdong for quite some time.
"Yes..." Chen Xiangdong sighed deeply, saying, "Things haven't been going well, how can I not age!"
Yang Mingji, of course, knew what he meant, and said, "Actually, it's nothing. If you take things easy, your mood will improve. After today, I hope you'll feel younger." He knew why Chen Xiangdong had invited him and Zhong Yuguang, so he didn't beat around the bush.
"I hope so!" Chen Xiangdong's tone didn't hold much hope. This was understandable; in politics, people who offer help in times of need are rare, and it's good enough if they don't kick someone when they're down. How could he expect Zhong Yuguang to be kind to him?
Yang Mingji had just approached Zhong Yuguang, and not knowing Zhong Yuguang very well, he dared not say anything, only saying, "Mayor, I'll leave it to you!"
Faced with Yang Mingji's heartfelt words, Chen Xiangdong sighed inwardly. Once upon a time, Yang Mingji had followed his every word, but now, regardless of whether he had sided with Zhong Yuguang, there was a significant rift between them. Why was this? Chen Xiangdong considered himself to have treated his subordinates well, yet he couldn't understand why they were acting this way.
Before Chen Xiangdong could say anything, Zhong Yuguang arrived. He pushed open the door and chuckled, "Old Chen, it's not easy to get you to treat me! Today, I'll definitely have a good drink with you!" He extended his hand and shook hands tightly with Chen Xiangdong, his expression extremely cheerful.
For some reason, Chen Xiangdong seemed quite relaxed at this moment. He laughed heartily and said, "I guess it's the wind at the port. I read Fang Zhenyu's proposal and thought it was quite good, so I wanted to discuss it with you properly."
"Yes, I also think it's a good plan." Zhong Yuguang pulled out a chair and sat down, saying, "Do you think it's feasible? Isn't it a bit ahead of its time?"
Chen Xiangdong smiled and said, "Are you testing me? In the past, your views were just as ahead of their time as Fang Zhenyu's!"
Zhong Yuguang felt a chill. Chen Xiangdong was right. In the past, no matter what plan Fang Zhenyu came up with, he had never doubted it. Why was he starting to doubt it now? It was clear that a gap had really formed between him and Fang Zhenyu. Why was that? Was it because he had achieved results in the past two years and had become somewhat complacent? Faced with Chen Xiangdong's question, he couldn't help but smile wryly and say, "Perhaps I've become timid."
Chen Xiangdong also laughed. He had already realized that Zhong Yuguang was not testing him. This showed that he and Fang Zhenyu were not a united front. If he and Zhong Yuguang could not reach an agreement, there was still hope of joining forces with Fang Zhenyu. He said, "Perhaps we've always been so timid, otherwise we wouldn't have had so many disagreements with Fang Zhenyu. We should really reflect on ourselves."
Hearing Chen Xiangdong say this, Zhong Yuguang understood why Chen Xiangdong had invited him to dinner today and asked Yang Mingji to join. He was very happy because if Chen Xiangdong was truly on his side, Linhai's development would be even better than it is today. He quickly replied, "Yes, it seems to confirm what Secretary Xu said when Fang Zhenyu took office: 'The longer one holds office, the more worldly-wise one becomes.' That's why Secretary Xu opposed my suggestion to appoint Fang Zhenyu to a government position."
"Secretary Zhong, Mayor Chen, shall we order first and then talk while we eat?" Yang Mingji suggested at the opportune moment.
Zhong Yuguang and Chen Xiangdong exchanged glances and burst into laughter. Chen Xiangdong said, "Yes, yes, let's order first. Otherwise, this isn't really a dinner party; it's just a business meeting."
So the three of them ordered some dishes and a bottle of wine, and began to chat as they drank. This was the first time Zhong Yuguang had had such a frank conversation with Chen Xiangdong since arriving in Linhai. They started by discussing Fang Zhenyu's proposal, and eventually their discussion touched upon all aspects of Linhai, surprisingly reaching many points of agreement.
Yang Mingji watched from the side, very pleased. The reconciliation between the party and government in Linhai was a boon for Linhai, and also for him, as he had made a good impression on both men. He listened quietly, poured wine for them, and occasionally interjected a word or two.
The meal didn't end until after 11 o'clock. After leaving, Zhong Yuguang held Chen Xiangdong's hand tightly and said sincerely, "Old Chen, I hope we can have more meals like this in the future."
Chen Xiangdong laughed and said, "Of course you want to, but do you know? This meal cost me nearly four hundred yuan, so I'll eat yours, or we can both go eat your brother-in-law's!"
The two of them laughed heartily again before leaving.

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