371: Chen Yuqing came to Beijing

Yang Zhongqiang only asked casually, so hearing Lin Zifeng's answer, he shifted the topic to other things.

Soon it was time for class. As the instructor entered the classroom, it fell silent. Everyone sat up straight and prepared for the lesson.

While Lin Zifeng was in class, in Xu Minghao's Office in Yushu City, Xu Minghao and Cao Shuang were drinking tea and discussing work.

After reporting the progress of the old town renovation project to Xu Minghao, Cao Shuang added, "Mayor, the resettlement housing will be fully completed in another month.

It's expected that all residents will move into the new residential area before September.

That's two months earlier than we anticipated.

This way, we can save two months' worth of housing subsidies, saving nearly twenty million in funds."

Hearing Cao Shuang's report, Xu Minghao nodded happily and said, "We must fully implement the work policy advocated by the Secretary: increasing revenue while cutting expenditures."

Hearing Xu Minghao mention Lin Zifeng, Cao Shuang said, "Mayor, the Secretary has been studying at the Central Party School for over a month now.

Shouldn't we go visit the Secretary?"

Hearing Cao Shuang's suggestion, Xu Minghao said, "When I spoke with the Secretary before, I suggested visiting him in Beijing several times, but he refused every time.

You and I both know the Secretary's temperament. I'm afraid that if we visit him without his consent, it might backfire and cause him displeasure instead."

"Mayor, you're being too literal. If we use our weekend break to go to Beijing in a personal capacity, could the Secretary really stop us?

Let's not call him in advance this time. We'll contact him once we reach Beijing.

We'll go on Saturday, stay for one night, and return on Sunday. What do you think, Mayor?"

Cao Shuang suggested again.

Hearing Cao Shuang's suggestion once more, Xu Minghao hesitated for a moment before nodding. "Secretary Li of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission and Secretary Qiao of the Discipline Inspection Commission are on duty this week.

Let's bring Secretary Wei and Mayor Li Yang along to visit the Secretary in Beijing!

Secretary Wei and Mayor Li Yang have mentioned several times that they want to visit the Secretary in Beijing.

We'll set off Saturday morning and arrive in Beijing by the afternoon."

"Alright, we'll do as the Mayor says," Cao Shuang said readily.

After finalizing this, the two discussed some other work matters before Cao Shuang took his leave.

Days passed, and on Wednesday, just as Lin Zifeng finished his last class, his phone rang while he was on his way back to the dormitory.

Seeing it was a call from Chen Yuqing, he greeted Zhang Chinglei beside him and walked a few steps away before answering.

"Hello, Yuqing."

"Zifeng, have you finished class?"

Chen Yuqing's sweet voice immediately sounded from the receiver.

"You really know how to time things! I just finished class and walked out of the classroom, and you called."

Lin Zifeng said with a chuckle.

"Then my estimate was perfect. I've come to Beijing on a business trip. I just finished my official business and am waiting for you outside the gates of your Party School! Can you come out now?"

Chen Yuqing launched a surprise attack on Lin Zifeng, which also served as a pleasant surprise.

Hearing this news, Lin Zifeng was indeed very excited and happy.

So he raised his voice and said, "Wait for me outside. I'll go ask for leave right now and come find you in a bit."

Chen Yuqing gave a happy hum. Lin Zifeng hung up the phone and turned toward Li Jiaqiang's Office.

Chen Yuqing stood elegantly not far from the Party School's main gate, attracting the gazes of many passersby. She was already accustomed to such looks.

To keep things convenient while visiting Lin Zifeng, she hadn't let her driver follow her. Instead, she left the driver at the hotel and drove here herself.

Her Rolls-Royce, which she had bought less than a year ago, was parked on the roadside not far from her.

Just as Chen Yuqing hung up the phone with Lin Zifeng, Chen Yuxi called her on video.

She pressed the video button, and Chen Yuxi's pretty face appeared on the screen.

"Sis, have you seen Zifeng yet?"

"I just hung up with Zifeng. He's gone to ask for leave and will be out in a moment."

Chen Yuqing said with a face full of smiles.

"Sis, Beijing is a place where beauties congregate. Zifeng has been there for over a month now. You must drain him dry tonight so no one else gets the benefit."

"You little girl, how have you become more and more bold and outspoken? You'll say anything!

Aren't you afraid the children will hear you?"

Chen Yuqing looked around, and seeing no one nearby, she whispered.

"Sis, is there anything we can't say to each other? Besides, Ningning and Haotian are playing with toys outside! I'm in the bedroom alone video-calling you!"

Chen Yuxi said with a giggle.

"Still, you can't just blurt out such provocative words. Don't forget, you're the wife of a Municipal Party Secretary and the dignified second young lady of our Chen family."

"I know, Sis. Can't I just be more careful from now on?"

Chen Yuxi said coquettishly.

The two sisters chatted for a few minutes. Seeing Lin Zifeng walk out of the Party School gates, Chen Yuqing hung up the video call.

Lin Zifeng stepped out of the Party School gate and saw the graceful Chen Yuqing.

He hurried over to Chen Yuqing in a few quick strides. Both wanted to embrace each other, but they restrained themselves.

"Zifeng, let's get in the car!"

Lin Zifeng nodded, and the two quickly got into the car. Chen Yuqing drove away from the scene, saying as she drove, "Zifeng, is there anywhere you want to go?"

Lin Zifeng thought for a moment before speaking. "A new industry has been emerging in Beijing recently: homestays. They offer more privacy than hotels.

Not only can we cook, but we can also relax and be as casual as if we were at home. Shall we give it a try?"

"Sure, Zifeng, I'll do whatever you want. I haven't experienced a homestay like you described yet!"

Chen Yuqing agreed happily without a moment's hesitation.

Seeing her agree, Lin Zifeng began booking a homestay online. He chose one relatively close to the Party School.

Once the homestay was booked, Lin Zifeng gave the location to Chen Yuqing.

Chen Yuqing drove toward the location he provided. In less than half an hour, she had driven the car into a residential area.

After getting out of the car, the two headed upstairs.

Arriving at the third floor, he used the passcode sent by the landlord to open the door, and they walked right in.

It was a three-bedroom apartment with a living room. It was clean and tidy, fully equipped with household appliances and daily necessities, and the refrigerator was pre-stocked with various ingredients.

The two took a quick tour. After confirming there were no cameras, they went into the kitchen together to prepare dinner.