Lin Hao had long known that factory workers laid off from the paper mill had besieged the Dushan County government, and that was why he helped Zhang Bo solve this problem.
However, he's not at a disadvantage at all, because now with the new energy battery project starting, many companies can't find skilled workers.
This paper mill only has two or three hundred people, so solving their livelihood issues is a piece of cake for Lin Hao.
Of course, getting the land quota now and returning it to Zhang Bo after the land is developed is a foolproof business deal.
With such a win-win situation, the two hit it off immediately.
"Of course, it's true." Lin Hao nodded.
"In that case, I'll call Secretary Tian right away and ask for his opinion." Zhang Bo immediately took out his phone and stepped aside to make a call.
Lin Hao wasn't in a hurry; he re-baited the hook and cast it out again.
Unexpectedly, the fishing here was really good; Lin Hao soon caught a big, plump crucian carp.
After Zhang Bo finished his call, he came back laughing happily, "Buddy, Secretary Tian agreed."
"That's great, happy cooperation!" Lin Hao extended his hand.
"Hahaha..." The two clasped their hands tightly, laughing joyfully.
In the distance, Director Zhou saw the two celebrating their agreement, feeling very pleased inside as well.
However, he now had to see Lin Hao in a new light.
After all, Lin Hao was only twenty-eight years old, while Zhang Bo was at least in his forties. It was clear that Lin Hao had the upper hand in their recent negotiation.
After their talk, they enjoyed a sumptuous lunch, with Director Zhou arranging some game dishes which perfectly suited Zhang Bo's taste.
After lunch, once they sent off County Magistrate Zhang, Lin Hao let Director Zhou return on his own, while he headed to Wuning City.
It was the weekend, and Lin Hao thought about visiting Zhang Yuanyuan and his first love, lest they felt neglected.
A few days ago, Zhang Yuanyuan had bought a villa and was just moving in today, with her best friend Tang Shiying helping her pack.
Lin Hao hit the expressway and then dialed Yuanyuan's number.
"Brother Lin, I bought a villa. I'll send you the location, and you can navigate directly here." Zhang Yuanyuan was overjoyed.
Lin Hao then remembered that he had encouraged the young girl to buy the villa, and he also thought it was time to give her a better living environment to match her current status as the company's president.
"Have you? That's wonderful; I want to see your new home." Lin Hao was delighted.
"Brother Lin, it's our new home," Zhang Yuanyuan corrected.
"Having a big wolf like me move in could be dangerous," Lin Hao chuckled.
"I'm not afraid; I've got Yingying to protect me," Zhang Yuanyuan laughed.
"What? Is your best friend moving in too?" Lin Hao was surprised.
"Yes, Yingying had a falling out with her family, so she'll be living here from now on," Zhang Yuanyuan explained.
"What? Running away from home at her age?" Lin Hao laughed mischievously.
By the side, Tang Shiying, hearing them talk about her, couldn't help but turn on the speakerphone and interrupt, "Brother Lin, if you bully Yuanyuan, I won't allow it."
"Not allow it? Will you take her place and let me bully you?" Lin Hao smirked.
"In your dreams!" Tang Shiying blushed.
"You two beauties can rest assured; I'm a gentleman and won't bully you, but I'm worried about you eating me up!" Lin Hao laughed wickedly.
"Brother Lin, you're so bad!" Tang Shiying teased.
Truth be told, Zhang Yuanyuan's beautiful best friend really was from a noble family with a vast background, making her someone not to be trifled with.
Because of her family's pressure to marry, Tang Shiying ran away from home and moved in to live with Zhang Yuanyuan.
The two beauties naturally understood Lin Hao's teasing and exchanged a glance, blushing simultaneously.
Tang Shiying gestured to Zhang Yuanyuan, suggesting she go ahead and take down Lin Hao, making Yuanyuan so shy she wanted to dig a hole to hide in.
But she wasn't one to be trifled with either, gesturing for Tang Shiying to go herself and not drag her into the water.
After hanging up, Lin Hao received the location of the villa from Yuanyuan and navigated straight there.
According to his plan, he'd spend the night with the two beauties in the villa, and whether anything happened would depend on Yuanyuan's decision.
Tomorrow morning, he planned to meet Zhou Bin and also catch up with his first love for a romantic afternoon tea.
Soon, Lin Hao's car entered the rowhouse community and parked in front of a villa.
Perhaps hearing the car, Zhang Yuanyuan was the first to run out.
"Brother Lin..." the beauty called out loudly.
She wore a light blue half-dress, her waist slim and delicate. Though her chest wasn't overly large, it was well-rounded, giving a tantalizing impression.
Fresh out of school, Zhang Yuanyuan still had a hint of a schoolgirl aura, lacking the assertive demeanor and decisiveness of a leader.
However, Lin Hao believed that as she matured, she would undoubtedly become an outstanding entrepreneur.
After all, as the daughter of Secretary Zhang, with a little training, she could stand out and even dominate Wuning City.
Lin Hao, dressed in a sharp suit, looked handsome and commanding, exuding an air of authority and sharpness.
However, seeing the beauty now, he showed a doting smile.
"Yuanyuan, long time no see."
"Brother Lin, what do you think of my villa?" the beauty asked with a smile.
Lin Hao glanced at the three-story townhouse, noting its European-style exterior design and good overall layout, nodded, and smiled, "Very nice, I trust your taste."
Zhang Yuanyuan went up to take his arm and walked into the villa.
The three-story townhouse featured a spacious living room and dining room on the ground floor, along with a dedicated tea room.
A more than six-meter-long crystal chandelier dangled from above, sparkling brilliantly and almost blindingly bright in Lin Hao's eyes.
Tang Shiying, wearing a mini skirt, stood up shyly looking at the handsome guy in front of her and called, "Brother Lin!"
"Miss Tang, it's only been a few days, and you've become even more beautiful?" Lin Hao teased with a smile.
"Not at all, I didn't even put on makeup," Tang Shiying beamed, her smile like a blooming peony.
She exuded a unique noblewoman's aura or an innate elegance unmatched by Zhang Yuanyuan.
Although Secretary Zhang embezzled quite a lot, he was relatively frugal concerning Zhang Yuanyuan's lifestyle, probably also fearing any unnecessary attention.
Nonetheless, Zhang Yuanyuan didn't lack in her lifestyle, which was better than most of her schoolmates and rather decent in school.
Now, with Lin Hao appointing her as the chairman and president of an investment company, he believed in no time, her demeanor would surpass that of Tang Shiying.