Official Career Storm

Chapter 1525 1525

"Mayor Qiu, hello, I am the Deputy Mayor of Beijing, Xu Guofeng."

Xu Guofeng introduced himself immediately.

Mayor Qiu had just woken up and was eating breakfast. He was startled, put down his chopsticks, sat up straight involuntarily, and replied respectfully, "What instructions do you have, Mayor Xu?"

Xu Guofeng: "Do you have time at noon, Mayor Qiu?"

"Actually, no, Mr. Xu... Oh, that's Xu Chengcheng. He has a lunch appointment with Governor Li..."

At that moment, Mayor Qiu suddenly paused: "Has Mayor Xu come to Xu City?"

"Yes, I'm in Xu City," Xu Guofeng said with a smile, "Would it be convenient to add another set of dishes at the lunch gathering?"

"Of course, of course. I'll send the restaurant address to Mayor Xu shortly."

"Thank you for the trouble," Xu Guofeng added, "Oh, I remembered something. I heard Director Jiang is also here?"

"Yes, Director Jiang is here as the leader of the supervision team."

"Then please add a few more sets of chopsticks."

"Are you inviting Director Jiang, Mayor Qiu?"

"Yes," Xu Guofeng said, "Governor Qu of Nanjiang Province and Hall Director Qi are also here. Let's resolve everything at noon."

"Understood." Mayor Qiu felt a bit excited.

He never expected that the Xu Family would take this matter so seriously, even sending Deputy Mayor Xu Guofeng over personally.

At noon, he must perform well.

After all, this is the Deputy Mayor of Beijing.

If it weren't for this situation, he might never have the chance to interact with a Deputy Mayor from Beijing in his lifetime.

...

Xu Guofeng didn't come with a strong stance to reprimand Mayor Qiu.

Mayor Qiu was also helping Xu Chengcheng.

And Xu Chengcheng has the Xu Family behind him.

They helped Xu Chengcheng for the sake of the Xu Family.

He couldn't just disregard the local officials' dignity because Song Guanchao had a big influence.

If he did so, who would help the Xu Family next time they needed it?

So this matter was particularly troublesome to resolve.

He needed to calm Song Guanchao's anger without offending Governor Li, Mayor Qiu, and others.

Balancing the two required great skill.

He found Jiang Wangshan's number and called him again.

Thinking about his unwavering tone when he contacted Jiang Wangshan yesterday.

In just one day, he was inviting him to dinner again...

Even with Xu Guofeng's composure, he felt a bit embarrassed at this moment.

"Mayor Xu," Jiang Wangshan's tone was serious.

"Director Jiang, if you're not busy at noon, let's have a meal together."

Jiang Wangshan was slightly taken aback: "Has Mayor Xu come to Xu City?"

"Yes."

"Alright."

Whether it is a blessing or a curse, he can't avoid it. Since Mayor Xu personally invited him, he had no reason to refuse.

Xu Guofeng: "Please invite Hall Director Qi and Governor Qu to come along as well."

"Alright."

"Also invite Song Guanchao."

"???" Jiang Wangshan was puzzled, then slightly annoyed.

He thought Xu Guofeng intended to humiliate Song Guanchao.

"Mayor Xu..."

"That's all. I'll send you the address shortly."

Xu Guofeng hung up the phone.

Jiang Wangshan furrowed his brow, feeling anxious.

He had already contacted everyone he could and needed to.

Unexpectedly, instead of Song Guanchao's powerful connections, Xu Guofeng showed up.

Could it be that Song Guanchao's network ultimately couldn't compare to Xu Guofeng's?

Thinking of this, Jiang Wangshan's heart sank, and he grew restless.

If Xu Guofeng indeed overpowered them this time, it would not only be a matter of losing face for Song Guanchao, but he would also offend the Xu Family indirectly.

Jiang Wangshan couldn't help but doubt himself; was it worth intervening on Song Guanchao's behalf?

But things had developed to this stage. Even if he regretted it, it was useless—thinking too much won't help, so he simply stopped worrying, believing everything would be clear at noon.

...

"Xu Guofeng is here?" Hall Director Qi and Qu Xiangru felt a bit uneasy upon hearing the news.

It's evident that they intended to discuss the matter openly and reach a conclusion today.

...

"Xu Guofeng..."

Song Guanchao leaned against his hospital bed. After hearing from Lin Wanqiu that Xu Guofeng wished to invite them to lunch, he suddenly smiled softly.

Lin Wanqiu looked slightly anxious: "You can still laugh?"

Song Guanchao replied, "This is a good thing."

"They're already at our doorstep!" Lin Wanqiu pinched him in frustration.

Song Guanchao grabbed her hand, playing with it in his palm, smiling, "He's coming to admit his mistakes. Don't you think that's a good thing?"

"How is that possible?" Lin Wanqiu found it hard to believe.

Song Guanchao patiently analyzed for her: "Think about it. If he intended to make things difficult for me, why would he invite me to lunch as well?"

Lin Wanqiu was momentarily stunned.

When you're emotionally involved, clarity can be obscure.

Not only her, but Jiang Wangshan and Qu Xiangru also initially reacted by thinking that Xu Guofeng was coming to settle scores with them.

But as Song Guanchao pointed out, if that were the intent, why involve him in the luncheon?

Lin Wanqiu curiously asked, "Who stepped in to mediate?"

Song Guanchao shook his head: "That I don't know."

He had so many acquaintances, who could tell which one mediated?

But that's not important. What's important is that the matter would be resolved today.

"Let's celebrate with a kiss."

Song Guanchao pulled her into his arms and dominantly sealed her lips.

...

Time quickly approached noon.

Mayor Qiu reserved the finest restaurant in Xu City.

As the host, he arrived at the restaurant early.

After confirming the menu and drinks, he circled the table to arrange the host's seat carefully.

He then slightly adjusted the calligraphy and paintings hanging on the wall behind the host's seat.

Many leaders care a lot about feng shui.

He hadn't researched Xu Guofeng and wasn't sure if this leader cared about these things.

Creak~

The private room door opened for the first time, and Governor Li was the second to arrive.

"Governor Li." Mayor Qiu hurriedly went up to greet him.

After chatting briefly, the private room door opened again, this time with Director Chen and Director Feng arriving.

This case mainly involved Director Feng's responsibility.

Since Xu Chengcheng invited them for lunch, it was natural for them to attend.

At 11:25, Xu Chengcheng arrived.

Upon entering, Mayor Qiu personally stood up to greet him.

Governor Li remained seated, as steady as a mountain.

After all, Xu Chengcheng was just a member of the Xu Family, without any official position or social status.

Governor Li was supporting Xu Chengcheng for the sake of the Xu Family behind him.

Knowing the etiquette, Xu Chengcheng quickly stepped forward and extended his hand proactively: "Governor Li, thank you very much for your help this time."

Governor Li smiled and shook his hand briefly: "Please, have a seat."

Xu Chengcheng sat to the side and exchanged a few words with them. As he prepared to sit down at the table, Mayor Qiu said: "Please hold on, Mr. Xu—there are still a few guests who haven't arrived."

More guests?

Xu Chengcheng glanced around, thinking to himself that everyone seemed to be present. Who else were they waiting for?

However, as a guest, he had no say in the matter and nodded with a smile.

Knock knock.

There was a knock on the door, and a waiter gently opened it.

Casually glancing over, Xu Chengcheng's expression immediately froze upon seeing the visitor.

Xu Guofeng... why has he come?