Zheng Ming, as the party secretary of Modu, should not have shown such an expression.
Liao Changwei glanced at him with a look of confusion. They had worked together for many years. While they weren't close, they understood each other very well.
After all, working together inevitably led to competition. They had both aspired to advance, and analyzing opponents was the most basic form of respect.
Now, when Liao Changwei mentioned inviting Xia Feng out for a meal, Zheng Ming's panicked expression was something Liao Changwei could not overlook. There had to be a secret involved, which greatly puzzled Liao Changwei.
As for Luo Youkang and Luo Hanxiang, they were merely confused and didn't think on another level.
Secretary Zheng, my teacher has made such significant contributions to Chinese medicine, why can't I invite him to a meal?
Before Liao Changwei could even ask, Luo Hanxiang spoke up first, defending Xia Feng.
You, a mere assistant, traveled all this way to express your gratitude, yet you're so dismissive of your teacher. This makes Luo Hanxiang a bit unhappy.
After all, Teacher Xia is the one most deserving of commendation.
Professor Xia has made immense contributions to Chinese medicine. I naturally bear this merit in mind and dare not forget it. Since the higher authorities have already awarded Professor Xia, if we were to also offer an invitation, wouldn't that steal their thunder?
Zheng Ming, unsure how to explain, pushed the matter to the higher authorities.
The "higher authorities" he referred to were naturally those in the capital. One couldn't possibly compete with them for face, could they?
Zheng Ming himself knew that he was in no position to invite Xia Feng for a meal, let alone dare to mention it.
The reason he came to this meal was precisely because he knew Luo Hanxiang was Xia Feng's student. As his student, she was, in another sense, his person. How could he not try to build a good relationship with her?
However, Zheng Ming couldn't voice these thoughts and could only keep them buried in his heart.
Let alone Luo Hanxiang, even Liao Changwei was kept in the dark.
Elder Li arranged for Xia Feng to be a professor at Fudan University. The only ones aware of this were himself and the president of Fudan University.
Who would dare to speak of this? No one dared.
Oh, I see. Luo Hanxiang nodded with a smile.
It's good that my teacher has received commendation. Heroes shouldn't have to suffer for their deeds.
Otherwise, it would be a disservice to my teacher.
Zheng Ming's words were only meant to deceive Luo Youkang and Luo Hanxiang. Liao Changwei, as the mayor of Modu, knew best that there had been no notification from the higher authorities at all.
But since Zheng Ming had already spoken, Liao Changwei found it awkward to expose him and could only keep his doubts to himself, intending to ask later.
Elder Luo, Professor Xia is a rare and excellent professor. You must let Hanxiang get closer to him and learn diligently. Zheng Ming looked at Luo Youkang, hinting with his words.
Luo Youkang smiled and replied, Naturally. Although Professor Xia is young, his proficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine is extremely high. Hanxiang must follow him and learn well.
Since Zheng Ming had already said as much, if Luo Youkang couldn't grasp his intention, it was his own misfortune.
One must learn the medical skills, but more importantly, build a good relationship.
The four of them finished their lunch in about an hour, and they parted ways happily, with everyone satisfied.
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Lao Wang lay on the sofa with his eyes darting around, contemplating how to get Penguin Ma to unblock his WeChat account.
His WeChat account had been blocked for less than a day, and Lao Wang already felt uncomfortable. He felt restless without being able to show off for a day.
Penguin Ma was like a stone in a latrine, both stinky and hard. No matter what he said, Penguin Ma refused to budge and wouldn't unblock him.
This made Lao Wang grit his teeth in anger. He had never met such a despicable person.
Lao Wang pondered all morning but couldn't find anything to annoy Penguin Ma with. It seemed there was nothing he could use to blackmail him.
Just then, Xia Lin came downstairs for her lunch break, and they headed towards the game room.
Lin'er. Lao Wang called out.
Uncle Wang, what is it? Xia Lin turned around and asked.
I've compiled some information about Fenglin Entertainment for you to look at, as well as its future development direction. Lao Wang hurried over and said.
Uncle Wang, you decide. I don't understand. Xia Lin said with a smile.
How can that be? Even if you don't understand, I still need to report to you. You should at least take a look. Lao Wang shook his head, disagreeing. Although I'm managing the company on your behalf, I still need to communicate with Xia Lin about everything.
Okay, then send it to me on WeChat. Xia Lin said.
Upon hearing this, Lao Wang's eyes suddenly lit up. How had he not thought of this method before?
Now that Xia Lin mentioned it, it reminded him.
Okay, I'll send it to you later. You guys go play first. Lao Wang said with a smile before running off.
Lao Wang arrived at Penguin Ma's room, forcefully pushed open the door, and swaggered in.
Penguin Ma was still napping. Lao Wang directly kicked him at the bedside and shouted, Get up, and unblock my WeChat. Da Feng Novel Network.
Penguin Ma half-opened his eyes, pretending not to hear, and rolled over to continue sleeping.
Fine, you're impressive. Then I'll tell Lin'er that you've delayed important company matters and are holding the company back. I think you should get out of the villa.
After saying that, Lao Wang turned and left without any hesitation.
Penguin Ma heard this, flipped over like a carp, and called out to Lao Wang, What nonsense are you talking about? When have I ever held the company back?
The company documents I've organized and the grand plan for future development, Lin'er wanted me to send them to her just now. That's when I realized you, you son of a bitch, had blocked my WeChat. I think you're doing this on purpose, deliberately hindering the company's progress. Do whatever you want, I'm going to tell Lin'er. I can't send it.
Lao Wang treated his trivial matters as major orders, and it always worked.
Penguin Ma was enraged, Don't pretend. You're not trying to use Lin'er to threaten me into unblocking my WeChat, are you? Do you have any idea who I am?
How could I do something that betrays the company? Lin'er wouldn't even believe it if she heard it.
Penguin Ma added.
Heh heh, so what? Now that Lin'er needs the information, will you unblock it or not? Lao Wang smiled shamelessly.
Fine, I admit you're tough.
Penguin Ma really had no way to refuse.
Lao Wang had become so shameless that not unblocking it was no longer an option.
Don't get any sly ideas. Do you want to wait until I send the information and then block me again? Don't worry, I won't send it all at once. If you block my WeChat again in the future, I'll go directly to Lin'er.
Lao Wang said with a triumphant smile and swaggered out of Penguin Ma's room.
Satisfying!
Lao Wang finally vented his anger after leaving the room. Seeing Penguin Ma's constipated expression made Lao Wang feel incredibly happy.
From now on, if you block my account, I'll use Lin'er to settle it.
This was equivalent to a royal decree given by Lin'er, allowing him to strike at anyone he displeased and leave them speechless.
Penguin Ma watched Lao Wang walk away, his face turning green with anger. Helplessly, he picked up his phone and called the technical department.
You win.