Official Career Storm

Chapter 1555 1555

"No need for dinner."

Song Guanchao shook his head. The case of the State-owned Assets Commission had concluded; those state-owned enterprise executives who conspired to embezzle national assets had all been arrested.

Indeed, he did help her aunt in this matter, but Song Guanchao felt that it might be best if the two of them didn't meet again.

Otherwise, it would be somewhat awkward.

He still remembered the last time he sent Jiang Yiren home, her aunt walked him out... accidentally fell into the water, and they wandered into the small woods unintentionally.

Although she was just her aunt, Song Guanchao could sense that the woman had some fondness for him.

After all, she had a family, and Song Guanchao didn't want to ruin someone else's home.

"Why?" Jiang Yiren didn't understand.

"It was just a small favor." Song Guanchao said.

Jiang Yiren said, "My aunt invited you to dinner not to thank you."

Song Guanchao was puzzled, "Then why?"

Jiang Yiren hesitated, "You'll know when you go, anyway if you're not busy, just come."

Song Guanchao thought for a moment and asked, "When?"

"Whenever you have time."

"Then this afternoon... evening."

"Okay, then you can leave with me in the evening."

"Going to your house for dinner?"

"Yes, my aunt is a great cook."

"Alright."

Anyway, there would be others in the evening, so he didn't have to worry too much.

In the afternoon, Xu Chengcheng suddenly sent a message saying he had prepared all the money he'd embezzled over the years and was asking Song Guanchao for an account number.

He didn't specify whether it was a personal account or the Finance Bureau's account.

Clearly, no matter what account number Song Guanchao provided, he would transfer the money there.

The sum he had embezzled over the years was no small amount. If Song Guanchao had any selfish motive, even withholding a part of it would be calculated in billions.

He called over Lv Xuhe: "Contact this person and send the city government's financial account later."

Lv Xuhe looked at the number sent by Song Guanchao and asked, "Who is this?"

Song Guanchao said, "An involved party in the State-owned Assets Commission case, he wants to return the embezzled funds."

"Return the funds?" Lv Xuhe was surprised, "How much?"

"We'll know when it arrives."

"Oh, okay."

Inwardly, Lv Xuhe marveled at Director Song's numerous methods and strong hands that could make someone return money once in their possession, which was truly not something an ordinary person could achieve.

In the afternoon, after work, Jiang Yiren arrived outside the office early.

As soon as Song Guanchao pushed the door, he saw her.

"Let's go." Jiang Yiren said happily.

The second time he went to Jiang Yiren's home, recalling the unintended romantic interlude with her aunt last time, Song Guanchao inevitably felt a bit uneasy.

Entering the house, the sounds of cooking came from the kitchen.

On the dining table, tableware and wine glasses were already set up in advance, and red wine was poured into a decanter.

Jiang Yiren's father walked over from the sofa, extending his hand, "Hello, Director Song."

"Hello, Mr. Jiang." Song Guanchao shook hands with him.

In the kitchen, Yu Susu glanced over here.

She was wearing chic home clothes, with a pink cartoon apron tied around her waist, her long hair tied up, giving off a gentle vibe.

Jiang Yiren poured a cup of tea and sat quietly aside, listening to the polite conversation between her father and Song Guanchao.

Jiang Zhengdong was a person good at communication, even though there was a big age gap between him and Song Guanchao, his excellent communication skills kept the atmosphere from getting cold.

Song Guanchao himself was also adept at conversation; the two chatted about everything under the sun until the dishes were served.

"Director Song, let's have dinner first."

Jiang Yiren said, "The washroom is over there."

After washing his hands, Song Guanchao sat at the table, the delectable dishes proving Yu Susu's culinary skills were truly commendable.

The dining table was rectangular, with Jiang Zhengdong and Yu Susu sitting on one side, and Song Guanchao and Jiang Yiren on the other side.

Yu Susu picked up the decanter, leaned over to pour wine for Song Guanchao, the wide neckline naturally dipping, just in line with Song Guanchao's sight, revealing a hint of fair skin that broke into his view.

Song Guanchao kept his gaze steady, unfazed, and lifted the goblet.

After a round of drinks, Yu Susu was about to pour wine for him again, but Song Guanchao quickly grabbed the decanter: "I'll do it myself."

"Thank you for the company's matter, Director Song." Jiang Zhengdong expressed his gratitude.

"It was nothing." Song Guanchao replied, "And besides, I should thank your wife. If it weren't for her mentioning it, I wouldn't even know such a thing was happening in the city."

The dinner was very harmonious, aside from the thanks, no other topics were brought up.

This puzzled Song Guanchao, he looked at Jiang Yiren.

Wasn't there supposed to be something else to discuss?

Yet until after dinner, they didn't mention anything.

Seeing that it was already eight o'clock, and they hadn't brought up the main issue, Song Guanchao began to wonder if there really was anything at all.

Perhaps they just simply invited him over for dinner.

He was about to get up and say goodbye when Jiang Zhengdong suddenly took a phone call, and after returning, said, "Yiren, come out with me for a bit."

"Okay."

Then, Song Guanchao watched as the father and daughter left the house, leaving him alone with Yu Susu.

He realized that the father and daughter did it on purpose.

So, the main topic of discussion next, was it going to be Yu Susu alone talking with him?

Was Yu Susu actually the head of this household?

Song Guanchao felt very confused.

As expected, after they left, Yu Susu spoke up: "He wants to align with you."

"He" referring to Jiang Zhengdong?

Song Guanchao pondered a bit and roughly understood the situation.

Previously, the Jiang family had sent Jiang Yiren to accompany Zhou Zheng for dinner, even planning to have her sleep with Zhou Zheng.

Due to this matter, Jiang Zhengdong had a complete falling out with the Jiang family.

As for why he chose him, it was easy to understand.

Because he resolved the State-owned Assets Commission case.

Anyone with a bit of sense could see that Song Guanchao held a high position in Jiangzhou.

Moreover, the multiple conflicts with the Jiang family without them gaining any advantage further proved Song Guanchao's extraordinariness.

"Is this his idea? Or your suggestion?" Song Guanchao asked.

"I suggested it, but he agrees."

Yu Susu said, "He has no status in the Jiang family, and now after offending them, I'm afraid he will be dismissed soon."

Song Guanchao said, "So, he wants to ally with me?"

"Yes." Yu Susu frankly said, "Aligning with you, the Jiang family wouldn't dare to dismiss him. And it would also allow him to gradually take control of the Jiang family's business."

Backing Jiang Zhengdong to, in turn, control the Jiang family's business, step by step replacing the Old Lady of Jiang, becoming the new head of the Jiang family.

It indeed sounded like a good deal.

While he was pondering, Yu Susu slowly moved closer to him, putting a hand on his thigh at some point, her lips slightly apart, and the fragrance of her breath tickling his ear: "Thank you for the company's matter."

Song Guanchao turned his head, and their faces were so close, he suddenly felt that her hand on his thigh was a bit stiff, seemingly due to nervousness.

A brief hint of unease flashed in her eyes, but she forcefully suppressed it, trying to act natural.

The close proximity invisibly made their bodies tense, with enticing hormones subtly being released.

Looking at her inviting red lips, Song Guanchao raised an eyebrow, "Just a thank you?"

Yu Susu froze slightly, her cheeks turning a faint pink, she slightly pursed her lips, as her hand on his thigh slowly moved towards his groin.