27: Chapter 27 President Zhou Regrets

In the afternoon, Su Nange found Liu Dong and had a good talk in his office.

The two of them disregarded company regulations and just sat there smoking.

Liu Dong praised him: "I didn't expect that a fresh college graduate like you could find out this information so quickly."

"You're right; my superiors do indeed have some connections with the leaders at City Investment. However, I'm just someone who handles the errands. I'm only responsible for project implementation and extracting the funds."

"I don't know anything about what happens after that. I know I'm still in this position only because the leaders over at City Investment haven't been exposed yet."

"For one, this bit of insurance money is nothing in the eyes of the big leaders or even the Discipline Inspection Commission. So, moving against me immediately would only arouse suspicion."

"Secondly, I've helped them handle quite a few things, after all. If they target me without a valid reason, they'd be afraid that I might develop resentment and voluntarily confess everything."

"So, Little Su, I'm stuck between a rock and a hard place right now!"

Su Nange nodded; he understood now.

Regardless of what kind of person Liu Dong is or what his motives are, it all boils down to wanting to continue surviving in this society.

You have to consider that he is a family breadwinner over 40; if he goes to jail, what would happen to his wife and children? His family is innocent.

Therefore, Su Nange decided to just take a gamble and see if there was any tacit understanding with that woman.

Su Nange said: "Director Liu, actually, Director Zhou Wanqing at City Investment should still be hoping that we continue to win the bid this year."

Liu Dong asked suspiciously: "What do you mean? Is she really your cousin?"

Su Nange was confused: "What cousin?"

Liu Dong: "Isn't she? You're so close to City Investment, and their subordinates all support you. So, some people in the company recently said that Zhou Wanqing is your cousin."

Su Nange stood up and shouted: "Damn, what kind of rumors are you spreading! Old Liu, this must be coming from you! Quickly clarify this for me; I have absolutely no relationship with that Director Zhou!"

Liu Dong waved his hand: "I am your superior; is that any way to talk to me?"

"If it's not true, then it's not true. Do you have to be so agitated?"

Su Nange sat back down, lit another cigarette, and took a deep drag.

He said: "Don't spread such rumors; otherwise, if it gets back to City Investment, we're definitely screwed this year!"

Liu Dong nodded: "What you said just now, about Director Zhou Wanqing hoping we win the bid, what's that about?"

Su Nange analyzed: "Director Liu, you must know that such a scandal has occurred at City Investment; surely the higher-ups won't just ignore it?"

"So, I believe there must be a quiet power struggle going on inside. I told you just now that Shenzhou Insurance has already reached out to the financial director, Zhou Wanqing, through their Director Lin."

"In other words, their top boss doesn't want us to win the bid. But why not? Doesn't that mean they have something to hide? They want to distance themselves from us as quickly as possible!"

"If their Director Lin truly has a clear conscience, what does it matter to him who wins the bid?"

Liu Dong smoked and nodded continuously in response: "Little Su, you're really something! I didn't expect you to be able to see through to this level."

Su Nange continued: "So, I think although Director Zhou Wanqing might not truly want us to continue winning the bid, she definitely wants to use this opportunity to disrupt the top boss's plans."

"She just wants to see what kind of moves the top boss will make if the supplier that Director Lin wants doesn't win the bid!"

Liu Dong gave a thumbs up: "Little Su, I'm truly beginning to see you in a new light."

Su Nange handed him another cigarette: "So, Director Liu, if you have any inside information, just tell me. Maybe some of it could be useful."

Liu Dong said helplessly: "Sigh, to be blunt, I'm just a small fry in their eyes. How could they possibly let me be present for such private transactions?"

"However~"

Su Nange: "However what?"

Liu Dong thought for a moment and said: "You just mentioned Shenzhou Insurance. I remembered something."

"Because we're in the same circle, we know each other to some extent. Once, our deputy general manager asked me to take him to a club. Outside that club, I saw the car of Fang Ming, the top boss of Shenzhou Insurance."

Su Nange's lips curled upward. Heh, now, the rest depends on that Old Woman.

By evening, it was past closing time. Zhou Wanqing packed her bag, preparing to head back early.

Recently, she hadn't been resting well.

For some reason, today, that brat Liu Yuan seemed to be in a very good mood and kept sending her messages.

Zhou Wanqing complained; didn't she know she was busy?

Just as she was about to pick up her small bag and leave, Su Yao suddenly ran over in a hurry.

Zhou Wanqing's eyes lit up, and she quickly asked Su Yao to sit down.

Su Yao calmed down and said to Zhou Wanqing: "Su Nange just told me a strange address. He asked me to pass it on to you."

Zhou Wanqing nodded: "Tell me!"

Su Yao thought for a moment, making sure not to miss any words. Actually, it wasn't complicated, just one sentence, and she relayed it: "Su Nange said, 'High-society celebrities often gather at elegant places to cultivate their sentiments and enjoy fragrant tea. There is a club called Cilan Teahouse among them that seems quite good.'"

Zhou Wanqing was a bit excited, sighing inwardly, 'What a good lad!'

She immediately took out her phone and made a call.

On the other end of the line, a clear female voice said: "Dear, are you finally willing to reply to my messages?"

Zhou Wanqing said crossly: "I'm not in the mood to joke with you. Yuan, there's something I need your help with."

Liu Yuan laughed: "Dear, I am willing to go through fire and water for you. Why talk about help?"

Zhou Wanqing was speechless; this girl was never normal.

Therefore, she didn't waste words and stated her request directly: "Yuan, help me check a place, a club called Cilan Teahouse."

On the other end, Liu Yuan unexpectedly replied immediately: "Cilan Teahouse? I know it. I even know their boss. But what is it that you want to know?"

Zhou Wanqing said immediately: "I'll treat you to dinner tonight; let's talk when we meet later!"

Liu Yuan sounded a bit difficult on the other end: "Dear, I might not be able to accompany you tonight. I told you this afternoon that I found an amazing kickboxing coach. He's not only skilled but also very handsome, hee hee."

"Next time, I'll introduce him to you, hehehe."

Zhou Wanqing covered her face, wondering how she could have such a best friend.

She could only say helplessly: "I'm not interested. You don't need to find those men for me; let's meet when you have free time."

Su Yao was completely confused by these people, with all the relaying of messages and checking on clubs.

Zhou Wanqing showed her gentle side to Su Yao; she really liked this girl who came from a scholarly family.

Zhou Wanqing said to Su Yao: "Little Su, you obtained this information at a critical moment."

Su Yao just wanted to say that this was all Su Nange's credit.

But Zhou Wanqing knew what she was going to say and gestured for her to let her finish: "Both of you Little Sus are very sharp and have shown the drive of young people. That's very good."

"However, Little Su, you must know that this is a critical moment for the bidding. You must not show favoritism toward anyone."

"Regardless of which insurance company approaches you, whether it's Su Nange or that Shenzhou Insurance."

"You must maintain an impartial attitude, do you understand?"

Su Yao understood Zhou Wanqing's meaning, and in her heart, she respected this big sister very much. She felt that women should be like Zhou Wanqing—elegant, beautiful, and extremely wise.

Su Yao stood up and said respectfully: "Thank you for your guidance, Director Zhou. Rest assured, I understand!"

Zhou Wanqing smiled: "Good, head home early after work."

After Su Yao left, Zhou Wanqing continued to lean on the sofa; a message came through on her phone—it was some profiles and information sent by Liu Yuan.

This best friend was still very attentive to Zhou Wanqing.

After reading it, Zhou Wanqing muttered to herself: "Su Nange, I didn't expect you to be such a smart person. I actually have some regrets."

"If you hadn't left, perhaps you would have been a great helper. It was indeed my fault at the time; I was too impulsive."

"However, you saw everything of mine, how could I not be angry? Hmph!~"