"This is Director He, Wenwen, haven't you greeted him yet?"
Miao's father urged his daughter, while glancing at Chen Fan and Wang Dongdong.
He explained himself, partly to break the ice, and partly to show off.
The city director himself was at their table; it was quite a display of prestige.
Wang Dongdong was stunned. Not only had the Miao family brought another guest, but it was also a city director?
This was a major figure in charge of Hangjiang. He couldn't help but feel a little nervous and quickly stood up.
Chen Fan, however, remained seated.
His courtesy was solely because Wang Dongdong had feelings for the other's daughter, and he was there to help them get together. Therefore, he was polite to the Miao family.
But others were not worthy of him standing up.
Miao Gang cast a glance and frowned slightly, displeased by Chen Fan's lack of etiquette.
But at that moment, Director He, who had noticed Chen Fan, stiffened and suddenly stood up, greeting him enthusiastically, "Mr. Chen... Mr. Chen?"
Chen Fan nodded and smiled, "Director He!"
Pushing his seat back, Director He left the head of the table and sat down next to Chen Fan. He took Chen Fan's hand and said, "What a coincidence, I never expected to meet Mr. Chen... no, Mr. Long here!"
Chen Fan was startled.
This city director was quite well-informed.
However, it wasn't entirely surprising. What happened at the Two Rivers Business Summit wasn't exactly a secret.
It was only natural for a district director to pay attention to the Two Rivers Business Summit.
Director He released his hand before he would sit down, occupying only half of the seat. "That time, I truly had eyes but failed to recognize Mount Tai. I didn't know you were the legendary Mr. Long!"
Miao Gang and Miao's father were both shocked by Director He's demeanor.
Mr. Long?
The legendary Mr. Long of Long Teng Group?
He was a business legend. They hadn't paid much attention to it, but Mr. Long's appearance at the Two Rivers Business Summit had indeed become a topic of discussion among the upper class.
Miao Gang then realized that the name Chen Fan had always sounded somewhat familiar. This was why.
Mr. Long's name was so dazzling that he had overlooked the name Chen Fan in his recollection of the summit.
"It is quite a coincidence."
Chen Fan said.
"Mr. Long is here because..."
Director He recalled Miao Gang's previous introduction and looked at Wang Dongdong and Miao Wenwen.
Chen Fan nodded.
"What a perfect match!"
Director He praised with a smile, though it was mostly flattery.
But as soon as he said this, Miao Gang and Miao's father exchanged glances and immediately changed their attitudes, concurring, "Young people are free to love; it's their choice. With Mr. Long here, their future will surely not be bleak!"
"Wenwen, get along well with Dongdong in the future. Both of you need to be ambitious and hardworking!"
Miao's father also chimed in, but with a tone of guidance.
Even so, Wang Dongdong and Miao Wenwen were overjoyed.
The two young people were filled with immense surprise and happiness.
"Dad, Uncle, do you mean you agree?"
Miao Wenwen still couldn't believe it.
Miao's father nodded, "Since the city director himself calls it a perfect match, Father naturally has no reason to object."
Why would he object now? With City Director He's words of a perfect match, and Chen Fan's identity, they had no reason to refuse.
The two young people almost embraced.
Chen Fan smiled slightly and nodded at Director He to express his gratitude.
This city director had appeared at just the right moment. Otherwise, he would have had to spend more effort.
Of course, if the Miao family didn't agree, he had his ways, though it would require some persuasion for Wang Dongdong.
Regardless, he hoped Wang Dongdong would improve because of this.
"Mr. Long, I heard you've had quite a bit of friction with the newly established Two Rivers Chamber of Commerce?"
Director He said.
"It's not me, it's Shengshi,"
Chen Fan replied.
A mere Two Rivers Chamber of Commerce was not enough to warrant his personal intervention. Jiang Tiansheng, with the support of Han Shuying, was sufficient to handle it.
"Shengshi... Jiang Tiansheng." City Director He shook his head and said, "It's also a coincidence that I met Mr. Long here. If it's convenient for you, please remind him that it would be best to be cautious with his words and actions during this period!"
Chen Fan was slightly taken aback and asked, "What does Director He mean?"
Director He lowered his voice and said, "Today, the city received a lot of incriminating material about Jiang Tiansheng, and it's said that someone has even reported it to higher authorities."
"These matters haven't been discussed yet, but for the sake of the city's economic stability and development, past actions are unlikely to be seriously investigated. However, it's best to lie low at this critical juncture."
Chen Fan frowned.
It seemed Su Yuhua had gone directly after Jiang Tiansheng.
Jiang Tiansheng hadn't contacted him yet. Was he still not reacting?
This was not a major problem. At his current status, Jiang Tiansheng had already cleared his name.
His past dark history had also been dealt with quite cleanly.
But he was definitely being targeted!
"Thank you for the reminder, Director He. I will pass it on to him."
Chen Fan said.
"Regarding Mr. Long, is there any possibility of a truce with the Two Rivers Chamber of Commerce?" Director He asked again.
Chen Fan smiled, "I said it wasn't me. I'm not involved in these matters now. Furthermore, Director He, you'll have to ask the Two Rivers Chamber of Commerce for their intentions."
Director He couldn't help but feel a headache.
He had only probed by asking because he happened to meet Chen Fan here. If he were to negotiate with those local influential families, he wouldn't have the inclination.
He didn't fear those local influential families, but he wouldn't offend them easily either.
As for Chen Fan, he was even more afraid to offend him, given that Miss Chen of the Beijing Chen family recognized Chen Fan as family.
At this, he changed the subject and chatted about other matters in Hangjiang.
Chen Fan didn't show any impatience and responded to each point.
After a while, when Director He's secretary knocked and appeared at the door, Director He knew he couldn't stay any longer and stood up to bid farewell.
After he left, the Miao family members became even more enthusiastic.
Since there were no more issues with Wang Dongdong and Miao Wenwen's relationship, Chen Fan didn't stay any longer and got up to leave.
As for Wang Dongdong, he stayed behind to continue facing the various questions from the Miao family.
Outside the hotel, he got into a newly replaced Lexus.
Not long after the car drove off, he received a call from Magician.
"Wang, someone is targeting Jiang Tiansheng!"
Chen Fan asked, "Who?"
"Su Yuhua's people, a Siamese. Very alert. Looks like an assassin, possibly from the Blood God Sect!"
"Is the threat significant?" Chen Fan asked.
"The threat is not small. If given an opportunity, Jiang Tiansheng's people likely won't be able to stop them!" Magician said.
"Then eliminate him." Chen Fan said casually, "After you're done, remind Jiang Tiansheng."
"No problem, my King."
After hanging up, Chen Fan narrowed his eyes.
With incriminating materials and an assassin tracking him for an opportunity, Su Yuhua was clearly making her move.
These were probably not the most fatal blows yet. Su Yuhua must have already employed commercial tactics.
After some consideration, he decided not to warn him.
Since the assassin had been discovered by Magician, Jiang Tiansheng's life was not in danger.
As for business matters, any situation was still insignificant to him. It would be a good lesson for Jiang Tiansheng.
Whether he could be more useful depended on Jiang Tiansheng himself.
If he had to personally handle everything, then Jiang Tiansheng's limit was being the chairman of Shengshi. Promoting him further would be harmful.