Li Qianfan's visit to the unit this time was mainly to say goodbye to Shen Yun.
He didn't expect her to be out of the office and instead went to Qingyun Hotel.
But he didn't think much of it—
Because thinking of Shen Chongchong only increased his urge to crush her quickly.
This could be allowed.
He nodded quickly, "Okay, I'll be there in a moment."
Before Li Qianfan left, he had to see Old Man Su first.
It was also a way to bid him farewell, after all, even after Li Qianfan's 209 was activated, his chances of returning alive were only 60%.
To Li Qianfan's delight, Mother Lan was actually at the garment factory today.
Standing on the construction site, he watched her Old Su, exuding a strong presidential demeanor, gesturing and barking orders at the construction management personnel.
In fact, Old Su was not the type to be an amateur leading professionals, pretending to know what he didn't.
It was just that after Mother Lan took some time off to "visit" the garment factory, he, as her husband, couldn't help but show off his super-presidential style in front of his wife to satisfy his vanity.
Men, basically, are all like this.
Ning Xiaolan, being so intelligent, naturally understood this but never scolded him for showing off because of it.
She would only look at him with adoring eyes, saying, "My Old Su is so capable."
Old Su's vanity was maximally satisfied.
His nostrils were almost pointed to the sky—
Otherwise, he wouldn't have snorted when Li Qianfan rushed over to greet Mother Lan first: "Hmph! You, the vice president, are always slacking off. I think you don't want to work anymore, right?"
Oh dear.
You old fossil—
Li Qianfan cursed inwardly, but Ning Xiaolan held his arm, "Qianfan, ignore this inflated old man. Come, let's go to your office and chat with Mom."
Mother Lan's warm invitation, Li Qianfan, of course, couldn't be eager to meet Shen Yun.
He also knew that Ning Xiaolan wanted to talk to him because she was worried he would impulsively run to Black Water Forest.
If her good son-in-law were to really run to Black Water Forest and not return, not to mention Su Ziyu, Ning Xiaolan would cry her eyes out.
After all, not all young people are as foolish as Li Qianfan, who dared to marry Su Ziyu.
Old Man Su had wanted to continue showing off his supreme presidential demeanor in front of outsiders, especially An Ran (who was filling in as Old Su's secretary in place of Shen Yun, who was on leave), but Ning Xiaolan's words disrupted his act.
However, Old Su's thick skin was not ordinary now.
He quickly adjusted his mindset, put on an air of importance, and with An An accompanying him, walked with his legs akimbo to the office building.
Old Su's concern about Li Qianfan going to Black Water Forest was actually far greater than Ning Xiaolan's.
Because he understood it clearly.
If his beloved son-in-law were gone, what would he amount to?
"Mom, Dad, please don't worry, I will never do anything foolish impulsively."
Li Qianfan said, "But I do need to go on a long trip the day after tomorrow."
The couple, Old Su and Ning Xiaolan, were overjoyed when he swore he wouldn't do anything foolish.
But upon hearing that he was going on a long trip, they immediately became nervous.
Fearing he would secretly go to Black Water Forest.
"Du Junlin came to Qingyun and broke off the engagement with me."
Li Qianfan said, "But I have to personally go to Lingnan to offer my sincere apologies to the Shen family patriarch."
Upon hearing this—
*Slap!*
Ning Xiaolan directly slammed the table and exclaimed, "Go, you absolutely must go! This matter, to be frank, is our fault. Now that they have voluntarily broken off the engagement with you, you naturally must proactively go and express your deep apologies."
Old Su also nodded, "Yes, yes, yes, you must go. Do you have travel expenses? I have three hundred yuan in private savings here, and I'm giving it all to you now. Don't tell your mother, lest... cough cough cough, Xiaolan, when did you arrive?"
Li Qianfan and Ning Xiaolan—
To show that his act of hiding private savings was a serious mistake, Old Su decided to treat his beloved son-in-law and wife to a grand meal at the restaurant!
Alright.
Considering Old Su's good attitude in admitting his fault, Li Qianfan had to suppress his urgency to find Shen Yun and accompany them for lunch at the restaurant.
At the same time, in Sijiu—
A car slowly drove up to the entrance of a unit guarded by uniformed personnel.
Upon seeing the car, the two uniformed guards on duty snapped to attention and saluted.
*Beep.*
Li Wujiang lightly honked the horn, returned the salute with a wave of her hand, and then started the car again.
It was lunchtime.
The compound was filled with people heading to the canteen, and upon seeing the car, everyone immediately knew who had arrived.
Whispers and discussions erupted—
"Do you think the Great Divine Beast's visit to our unit this time is definitely because Director Zhao lost her temper?"
"I bet 100% it's about this."
"Heh heh, besides her, I really haven't seen anyone else dare to slam the table and glare in Director Zhao's office."
"There's no choice, that's just her temper, and she has the qualifications."
"Alas, some people, they don't know anything but dare to spout nonsense online. It's no wonder the Great Divine Beast came looking for them."
"That's right. I heard that a direct descendant of Emperor Valley died in Black Water Forest, and several people from Li Family Village were also injured or killed. Now they want to send their only son there, which is indeed a bit malicious."
"The key is that Xu Lao, who represents some people, is currently in Director Zhao's office, fanning the flames."
"Hush, quiet."
The whispering people quickly shut their mouths and hurried away as they saw Li Wujiang get out of the car and walk quickly towards them.
Li Wujiang naturally noticed the peculiar glances from so many people, as if they knew why she was here.
But she didn't care.
Her expression was calm.
A peaceful aura emanated from her—
Even upon entering Director Zhao's office and seeing Elder Xu sitting in the reception area, Li Wujiang smiled, nodded to him, and greeted him obediently.
"Good, good."
Elder Xu stood up with a smile and said to Old Zhao, "Old Zhao, since Director Li is here, I'll be leaving now."
Before Old Zhao could say anything—
Li Wujiang preemptively said, "Elder Xu, please don't leave just yet. To be honest, I came over at noon precisely because I heard you were here."
Upon hearing her say this, Elder Xu's expression changed slightly.
But he smiled and nodded, slowly sitting back down.
In Director Zhao's eyes, however, there was only a helpless wry smile.
He wasn't afraid of Li Wujiang losing her temper.
As long as she lost her temper, it would mean the issue could be negotiated and ultimately resolved amicably.
What Zhao Zong feared was Li Wujiang's pleasant demeanor!
"Director Zhao."
Li Wujiang stood at the table and said in a calm tone, "You know my temperament. I estimate Elder Xu and certain people also know. So, I won't beat around the bush. I'll say what I think. Whether I'm right or wrong, I hope you two will be more tolerant."
"Wujiang, please sit down."
Director Zhao said, "Have some water first. Oh, and take a carton of cigarettes with you before you go."
Elder Xu's cheek twitched upon hearing this.
Zhao Zong's attempt to "please" Li Wujiang was obvious to anyone.
Elder Xu, having known Zhao Zong for so many years, had never heard him speak to him like this.
"I'm not thirsty, and I've quit smoking long ago."
Li Wujiang politely declined Zhao Zong's offer and got straight to the point: "Director Zhao, you probably know better than I do about the situation online right now. Let's not beat around the bush. We all know who is secretly causing trouble, hoping that my only son, Li Qianfan, will go to Black Water Forest to die."
Elder Xu immediately lowered his head and picked up his water cup.
Sigh.
Director Zhao sighed inwardly, his smile faded, and he slowly nodded.
Li Wujiang spoke eloquently—
"I have no objection to everyone doing this."
"If other people's sons can go to Black Water Forest for rescue, why can't my son, Li Wujiang's son, go?"
"After all, I have been sitting in that chair all these years, enjoying the supreme glory bestowed by the people."
"And inevitably, my son has benefited from it."
"Therefore, when our compatriots trapped in Black Water Forest urgently need our secret rescue! The disciples of the Sijiu Shen family, the Helan family, the Liaodong Peng family, and others can all reasonably refuse to go. But my son must go!"
"Otherwise, he is spineless, or I am not fit to sit in that chair and continue to enjoy the supreme glory bestowed by the people."
"However."
Li Wujiang said with a look of apology, "My son is not only a useless coward who fears death, but I am also a selfish woman who absolutely forbids Qianfan from going there."
"Wujiang,"
Director Zhao frowned, "I've already told Old Xu about certain people causing trouble behind the scenes. I will order a serious investigation into this matter. As for your son being a coward, or you being selfish, there's no need to say it. After all, the situation in Black Water Forest is quite special."
"Director Zhao."
Li Wujiang took out a piece of paper and respectfully placed it on the table with both hands: "No matter what, I have failed in my current position. I believe I am no longer suitable to sit in that chair. This is my written resignation application, and I hope you will approve it."
What—
You want to resign!?
Director Zhao's eyes widened abruptly.
Even Elder Xu, who was sitting beside him drinking tea, looked up instinctively.
"Yes."
Li Wujiang nodded. "I want to resign. A selfish person like me is not suitable to bear heavy responsibilities anymore. Honestly, every time I see what people are saying online, I feel so ashamed that I just want to find a hole to crawl into."
*Bang!*
Director Zhao slammed the table and angrily rebuked, "Li Wujiang! You're being emotional! You're using your resignation to threaten me into dealing with those barking dogs! You are immature! Or do you think that no one else can do that job as well as you? You, you have truly disappointed me."
Upon hearing Director Zhao utter the words "barking dogs," Elder Xu's cheek visibly twitched.
Li Wujiang—
Before Li Wujiang could say anything, Director Zhao heavily threw the written application into her arms.
He pointed to the door and roared, "Get out! Get out of here right now! If you dare to mention resignation to me again, I'll beat you to death!"
Li Wujiang lowered her head and slunk away.
*Bang!*
Director Zhao, however, grabbed a water cup and smashed it hard on the ground.
Still seething with anger, he looked coldly at Elder Xu and said, "Old Xu, go and tell certain people one thing. Say it's me, Zhao Tiandong, who said it!"
Elder Xu quickly stood up. "Please, tell me."
"If Li Wujiang's only son goes to Black Water Forest."
Director Zhao said sternly, "Those people, every single one of them, I will not let go!"