Zhang Yue wasn't surprised, as if she had already guessed that this matter was related to Song Guanchao.

In fact, Zhang Yue suspected whether Song Guanchao had long known that the City Government was being defrauded.

Otherwise, how could he have advised her to refuse the loan task assigned by Du Lingchun so many days in advance?

To know that when Song Guanchao was warning her, those scammers hadn't even contacted Du Lingchun yet.

Standing in today's perspective to look at this matter, Zhang Yue could clearly see that Song Guanchao must have known about it in advance.

She even suspected that the whole thing might have been orchestrated by Song Guanchao himself.

Of course, she wasn't foolish enough to ask directly.

Even if she asked, he wouldn't admit it.

"Hmm, President Lu recommended me to serve as the branch president, taking office today."

Though he said recommend, it was actually a confirmation, just needed to go through the formalities later.

"That's great, congratulations."

Song Guanchao said, "I have some things to handle here, let's have a meal to celebrate when I'm free."

"...Alright, you're busy first."

Zhang Yue originally wanted to take this opportunity to invite him for a meal.

There would definitely be drinking at the dinner table.

Perhaps, after drinking, something might happen between her and Song Guanchao.

But now, it was just wishful thinking.

She's increasingly certain that Song Guanchao only saw her as a cooperation and utilitarian relationship, not involving any personal feelings.

That's also fine.

She's simply a bit regretful at heart.

Men like beautiful women, especially those who stand high up.

Such as high-ranking leaders.

These types of women induce a strong desire for conquest in men.

Women are the same.

They like handsome guys but prefer men with power and influence.

Not to mention, Song Guanchao has both power and extraordinary looks.

Such a man, countless women would willingly come for free.

Not seeking anything else, just wanting to spend a night of passion together.

After hanging up the phone, Song Guanchao contacted the heads of some real estate companies, inviting them to the City Committee tomorrow morning.

Including Golden Heaven and Earth and Da Yuan Real Estate.

When Qi Yiming received the call, he was merely surprised, not much excited.

Golden Heaven and Earth's scale is not small, 150 million, which, though considerable, isn't an unbearable loss compare to its scale.

Last time, Song Guanchao's attitude made him very uncomfortable.

To this day, he hasn't contacted Song Guanchao again.

No matter how, he would rather give up over a hundred million than bow to a little secretary.

Unexpectedly, it was Song Guanchao who actively called.

Zhao Ji was different, when he received the call, he was excited and courteous.

Immediately he found Jiang Sheng, telling him the good news.

"Mr. Jiang, Secretary Song invited us to meet at the City Committee tomorrow, saying there's progress in the case."

Jiang Sheng said coldly, "You go ahead."

Zhao Ji said, "Mr. Jiang, Secretary Song intended for you to be there too."

Jiang Sheng just wanted to say he wouldn't go. Considering the money, he hummed: "I understand."

The next morning, Song Guanchao met with these real estate developers in the conference room.

He staggered the meeting times.

Golden Heaven and Earth and Da Yuan Real Estate were the last.

The first he met was Wanfu's Mr. Zhou.

"The money has been recovered, it will be credited by this Friday." Song Guanchao said.

Mr. Zhou asked cautiously, "Has it all been recovered?"

Song Guanchao hummed: "All of it."

Mr. Zhou was slightly surprised, feeling it a bit unexpected.

He didn't understand why Song Guanchao changed his mind.

But no matter what, this is good news.

"I really appreciate Secretary Song." Mr. Zhou said courteously.

Song Guanchao said seriously, "Mr. Zhou indeed should thank me, and I'll be frank, this money is currently frozen at the provincial department. It's 1.3 billion in total, but the provincial department has only approved 600 million so far."

"According to Mayor Jiang, this 600 million should be split among your companies."

"But I think it's inappropriate; I believe that splitting it will only offend everyone, so instead, I'd rather use this 600 million to cover your companies' money first."

"Besides, the provincial department has just frozen it, they didn't say it's not coming."

Listening to Song Guanchao, Mr. Zhou was somewhat surprised.

He really didn't know these internal details.

"Thank you, Secretary Song." This time, he thanked genuinely.

After all, without Song Guanchao fighting for it, he would not get all the money.

"No need for courtesy." Song Guanchao glanced at the time and said, "I have other things to handle here, when the money arrives, just text me, Mr. Zhou."

"Okay." After Mr. Zhou left, Song Guanchao lit up a cigarette.

What he said were all blatant lies.

He said it to let Mr. Zhou understand one thing, which is that the money didn't come back without reason.

He played a big role in it!

In passing, he also soiled Jiang Yuan's reputation.

After all, Mr. Zhou wouldn't really go to the City Government to confront Jiang Yuan about it.

The tactic of sowing discord works every time.

Next, Song Guanchao continued to meet with the heads of other real estate companies.

Using the same rhetoric, making them owe him a favor.

Around eleven o'clock, Qi Yiming and President Lu from Golden Heaven and Earth arrived.

When the two entered the conference room, Song Guanchao acted completely different from last time.

The last time he ignored Qi Yiming, but this time he proactively came over and shook hands with him, showing no sign of past conflicts.

"Chairman Qi, please, have a seat."

"President Lu, long time no see."

He smiled as he greeted the two of them, Qi Yiming, having not dealt with him before, was unfamiliar with him.

But such a natural change in attitude showed he's a seasoned player.

President Lu was slightly uncomfortable, but fortunately, he wasn't the main player today, just an accompanying guest.

"Chairman Qi, the money has been found, it will be deposited by this Friday."

Song Guanchao began with the good news.

Qi Yiming smiled, "I hear Secretary Song is responsible for the case this time, thank you."

Song Guanchao said, "No need to thank me."

"Personally, I'm not very fond of Golden Heaven and Earth."

Qi Yiming's smile froze, and President Lu beside him looked slightly displeased.

He didn't expect Song Guanchao to say it outright.

Song Guanchao said, "The previous decision to pull out of the high-speed rail project was made by Chairman Qi, right?"

Qi Yiming's smile was stiff, "That's a commercial decision."

"Hmm, I understand." Song Guanchao nodded, "But understanding doesn't mean agreement."

He lit a cigarette, took a puff, and said, "This fraud team cheated a total of 6.3 billion, including 5 billion from the banks, and 1.3 billion in deposits from the developers."

"When I found the fraud gang, the money had already been transferred abroad."

"This money was also recovered by me personally."

"In other words, if I hadn't intervened, this money would definitely not be recovered, not even if the Ministry of Public Security got involved."

"Saying this, Chairman Qi might think I'm bragging."

"But let me put it this way, and perhaps Chairman Qi may dispel any doubts."

"Mayor Jiang offered the industrial and commercial, tax, development and reform, and state-owned asset departments as bargaining chips to invite me to step in."

"So, Chairman Qi should never think I'm doing this for the bank or you. You're just incidental."

"If I wanted, I could easily pocket this money myself. As for your loss, to put it in a way Chairman Qi may dislike hearing, what does it have to do with me?"

Song Guanchao smiled slightly, then withdrew the smile, coldly saying, "I'm saying this to tell Chairman Qi, when working with me next time, be honest."

"The first time, I can pretend it never happened."

"However, I hope there won't be a second time."

"Can Chairman Qi understand what I mean?"

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