The call was from Lu Feng.

"Class monitor, that pretty boy's taken care of."

Song Guanchao almost forgot about this matter.

"Hospitalized?"

"Yeah, both legs broken, face swollen from my slaps, at least two months in the hospital this time."

Six months? That's just talk.

Unless paralyzed, normal injuries generally last a month or so.

"I'll send you the video of that guy screwing around in a bit."

A couple of minutes after hanging up, the video was sent over.

Song Guanchao turned off the volume and clicked on the video.

In the video, a car was parked in a remote suburb, Feng Sheng and a woman in her fifties were making out inside.

The woman was full of fat and pretty ugly, but Feng Sheng managed to hold back his disgust, and even more impressively, he could perform.

This damn...

Even Song Guanchao couldn't help but give a thumbs up, wanting to say, "That's impressive."

No wonder he's a professional; look at that, this is professional work!

This kind of work isn't something just anyone can do.

Song Guanchao stared at the woman passionately entangled with Feng Sheng in the car. He found her face somewhat familiar, but couldn't quite remember where he'd seen her.

If she seemed familiar to him, it's likely that she's from within the system.

Song Guanchao squinted, realizing that several women Feng Sheng involved himself with were all within the system.

Chen Jie was the Deputy Director of the Industrial and Commercial Bureau, and Yu Lifang was the Office Director of the Tax Bureau.

Additionally, Feng Sheng was secretly seducing Wu Qiangwei.

Suddenly, Song Guanchao realized he might have overlooked this crucial guy from the start.

He had always wanted to know who was behind the Yunhai Club.

Subconsciously, he thought Feng Sheng was just a gigolo, lacking access to such information.

But from the women Feng Sheng was involved with, this guy might know something.

He planned to wait until Feng Sheng's injuries stabilized, then find an opportunity to approach him and see if he could extract any information.

Time swiftly moved to noon.

Chu Xiao'e chose a place close to her home, a small detail others might miss, but Song Guanchao saw through her little thoughts.

When they arrived at the private room, Si Qingqing had not yet arrived.

The dishes were served, and only then did Si Qingqing arrive, fashionably late.

Her tailored women's suit perfectly showcased her figure's advantages.

Ever since becoming a director, her overall aura was different.

At the City Government, she was holding back her anger, not exactly miserable but certainly not happy.

In her new role at the Judicial Bureau as the head, surrounded by polite subordinates and having an office with a secretary, she was different.

She even specifically brought someone along today at noon.

It was a young girl in her twenties, who obviously hadn't graduated long ago, but she exuded poise and showed no signs of discomfort facing Song Guanchao and Chu Xiao'e, clearly having broadened her horizons.

Girls like her typically come from decent families, often taken on trips by their parents since school days to gain exposure.

Seeing her bring someone along, Song Guanchao remained unfazed outwardly, but felt increasingly disappointed in Si Qingqing.

Chu Xiao'e had already told her clearly on the phone what they intended to discuss over lunch today.

Yet for such a private lunch, she suddenly brought someone they knew little about.

This woman really doesn't think!

Chu Xiao'e also frowned, stealing a glance at Song Guanchao.

"Director Si."

Song Guanchao stepped forward, shook hands politely, and guided her to the main seat.

She sat down as if she hadn't noticed a thing, as if it was all natural.

Witnessing this, Chu Xiao'e couldn't help but sigh.

She and Si Qingqing had known each other for years, always thinking her to be smart. But since becoming director, it's like she turned into a different person?

Her actions were completely thoughtless, and too ostentatious.

"Hello, Secretary Chu. Hello, Secretary Song. I'm Director Si's secretary. My name is Xu Suyi."

"Hello, Secretary Xu." The two responded with smiles, Xu Suyi did not sit, but stood aside.

Si Qingqing said, "Sit."

"Yes, Director."

Xu Suyi picked a guest seat, sitting upright without her eyes wandering.

Si Qingqing asked, "Senior Colleague, did you order already?"

"Yes." Chu Xiao'e sighed again.

This junior, too carefree.

This secretary's only been with her for a few days and already brought to a luncheon.

And using such a personal term of address right in front of the secretary.

If this secretary were planted by someone else, every conversation would be leaked today.

"Waiter, please serve the dishes."

Soon, the food was on the table.

Si Qingqing said, "Secretary Song, you wanted to meet me for..."

Song Guanchao interrupted her, "Haha, just wanted to have a casual meal with Director Si, no other matters."

Si Qingqing gave a peculiar look and glanced at Chu Xiao'e, roughly understanding the situation now.

"Secretary Song, Xiao Xu just graduated not long ago and is currently my secretary, she's trustworthy."

Xu Suyi, flattered, quickly put down her chopsticks and expressed respect.

Song Guanchao chuckled, "Hmm, Director Si has a good eye. Secretary Xu, make sure to work hard under Director Si."

"Yes, I will."

"Alright, let's eat." Song Guanchao continued to focus on his meal, occasionally chatting about nothing in particular.

The luncheon atmosphere appeared harmonious, but Si Qingqing's expression grew increasingly displeased.

Toward the end, she wore her displeasure openly, nearly voicing it aloud.

Song Guanchao, as if oblivious, maintained his smile, discussing trivial topics.

What they had earlier mentioned over the phone about addressing certain topics, he did not broach.

The more he acted this way, the more disgruntled Si Qingqing became.

She knew that he remained silent precisely because she had brought her secretary along.

After the meal, Song Guanchao wiped his mouth, stood up, and said, "I'm going to the bathroom."

As soon as he left, Si Qingqing couldn't hold back any longer and grunted, "Senior Colleague, what does he mean by this?"

"Does he not trust me?"

Chu Xiao'e was even more annoyed inwardly, but Secretary Xu was still there, so she restrained herself from showing it, "What are you talking about, don't overthink it."

"Am I overthinking? Does he think I'm an idiot and can't see through it?"

"On the phone..."

"Enough!" Chu Xiao'e interrupted her.

Si Qingqing was startled and then became angrier, "Senior Colleague, you don't trust me either?"

She pointed to Xu Suyi, "Xiao Xu is my personally chosen secretary. I know her file and family background inside out. She's clean, without any ties to anyone at the bureau. Otherwise, would I use her?"

"If you don't trust her, you don't trust me!"

Chu Xiao'e silently took a deep breath, barely maintaining her smile.

She looked at Xu Suyi, "Secretary Xu, could you please step out for a moment, I need to talk with Director Si."

"Yes, okay."

Xu Suyi quickly stood up, about to leave when Si Qingqing said, "Sit down!"

Xu Suyi stood there awkwardly, unsure of whom to listen to.

"Then sit down."

Chu Xiao'e stood up, "I'm heading back to the City Committee."

Si Qingqing bit her lip, her internal fury almost spilling from her eyes.

But ultimately, she held back, stopping a larger conflict from erupting.

After Chu Xiao'e left, Xu Suyi timidly said, "Director Si, I'm sorry, I shouldn't have come."

"It's not your fault."

Si Qingqing wanted to vent her anger, but felt that as a leader now, she shouldn't lash out at subordinates, as it would appear unsteady.

She forced a smile, "Today's incident isn't your responsibility, don't feel pressured."

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