Super Fusion

Chapter 38: An Encounter

"Hey, that Bai Feng, he's probably not having a good time anymore. Whether he can even show his face in Linzhou anymore is questionable, let alone working at the Economic and Trade Bureau."

Xu Yu didn't know what had happened after he left, but some things were easy to guess.

What happened today wasn't just enough for Bai Feng; even Mayor Bai behind him was in for a world of hurt. After all, the humiliation Lin Zhongze suffered this time was immense.

Even if he, as the provincial party secretary, couldn't deliberately pursue the matter too severely, the Huaijiang Provincial Party Committee couldn't afford to lose face like this! The Lin family couldn't afford to lose face even more!

A high-ranking provincial party official suffering such humiliation would likely make even other bigwigs in the provincial party committee lose face, let alone the Lin family's power in Linzhou. Even if he didn't know exactly how powerful the Lin family was, just looking at the skills and abilities of the Lin family members, plus the influence of a powerful figure like Lin Zhongze, how weak could they be?

Therefore, even if Lin Zhongze remained silent, the masterminds behind this would be utterly miserable.

However, all of this was somewhat distant for Xu Yu. What pleased him most was finally dealing with Bai Feng, his adversary, even though he still didn't understand why the other man hated him.

And the reality wasn't too far off from his expectations. When he arrived at the Bureau of Trade and Economic Affairs the next morning after a night of integration, he immediately heard the expected news.

"What happened? Why was Bai Feng arrested? Isn't his father Mayor Bai?"

"Who knows? He probably offended some big shot. Even Ji Cheng got arrested..."

"Ha, he must have gotten himself into serious trouble this time. Otherwise, even Mayor Bai wouldn't have been unable to protect him. It might even implicate Mayor Bai..."

"Tsk tsk, this is going to be interesting. I wonder what kind of trouble he's gotten himself into."

Several staff members who were whispering inside the Bureau of Trade and Economic Affairs greeted Xu Yu with smiles as soon as he arrived.

It wasn't that news of Xu Yu being invited by Lin Zhongze last night had spread; it was simply that they hadn't dared to get too close to Xu Yu before because of Bai Feng. Now that Bai Feng was in the bureau, they were colleagues, and naturally, they couldn't be so reluctant to even show a smile.

Besides, Xu Yu, no matter what, had some connection with Deputy Director Zhu, making her someone they could befriend.

"Xu Yu, you're lucky. I was worried you'd suffer at Bai Feng's hands, but I didn't expect him to be so unlucky..."

While the other colleagues smiled, Ning Qian walked up directly and said to Xu Yu with a low laugh.

In her opinion, Xu Yu was truly fortunate.

After all, besides those in the public security system who arrived on the spot and some of the parties involved, it was unlikely that any outsiders would know what happened last night. Who would dare to disregard Secretary Lin's feelings and spread the news of someone being arrested and taken to the police station everywhere?

"Hehe." Xu Yu smiled and nodded at Ning Qian, but inwardly he felt a little emotional. Bai Feng seemed to have a high status in the department, but he didn't expect that when he really fell, none of his colleagues showed any sadness.

However, it was ultimately a good thing that he was gone. He spent the next day familiarizing himself with and adapting to the various environments and situations in the General Affairs Department.

It wasn't until the end of the workday that Yang Jianming, with a ruddy complexion, strolled out of the department head's office and said to those around him, "Everyone, quiet down, hehe, it's the weekend. Let's go to Dingsheng to welcome our new colleague, Xiao Xu, and officially join our General Affairs Department family. What do you all say?"

His words immediately made everyone in the department laugh, and they all agreed. Naturally, no one would object to a free meal at a famous star-rated hotel in the provincial capital.

"Hehe, Xiao Xu, actually this welcome banquet should have been held yesterday, but I was too busy and had to postpone it. You can't be busy tonight!"

Taking advantage of the lively atmosphere, Yang Jianming stepped up to Xu Yu and said with a smile.

Xu Yu also stood up on the spot and nodded slightly, "Section Chief Yang, you're too kind."

But he was also amused. Yang Jianming, was he busy yesterday? Perhaps he couldn't say that in front of Bai Feng yesterday? Now that Bai Feng is down, and he has some connection with Deputy Director Zhu of the Economic and Trade Bureau, the other party's actions are really quick.

"No need to be polite, it's settled then!" Yang Jianming's smile remained, and he even reached out and patted Xu Yu's shoulder affectionately, then said, "Let's set off now."

At his command, more than ten people from the Comprehensive Section headed towards Dingsheng.

Upon arrival, the private room had already been reserved. After taking his seat, Xu Yu naturally became the target of everyone's attacks. Even though his physical strength far surpassed that of ordinary people, he couldn't withstand the relentless drinking from more than ten people. After only half an hour, he began to feel dizzy and immediately used the excuse of going to the restroom to escape from the private room.

Standing outside the private room, breathing in the slightly fresher air, Xu Yu finally let out a long sigh of relief. Those guys, once the pressure from Bai Feng was gone, were all incredibly friendly and overly enthusiastic, almost to the point that he couldn't keep up.

Just then, the door to the next private room suddenly opened, and a slender, graceful figure stepped out. The figure was only about 1.65 meters tall, not particularly tall, but her legs, encased in a beige pleated skirt, were perfectly rounded and long. Her white high-heeled sandals held two exquisitely arched feet, which were as white and smooth as pearls—perfectly proportioned, neither too plump nor too thin. A single glance was enough to make one's mouth go dry.

Even Xu Yu was momentarily stunned after a glance.

But the next moment, a familiar yet unfamiliar exclamation of surprise came directly from ahead, "Xu Yu? What are you doing here?"

In an instant, Xu Yu looked up and saw a delicate and beautiful face—Zhang Yan!

Zhang Yan, with her slender, oval face and light makeup, looked quite different from Xu Yu's impression of her, yet possessed a breathtaking beauty. Her once straight black hair was now curled at the ends, framing her slender shoulders like a perfect object, making her face appear like a porcelain doll, so delicate and endearing.

Even though Xu Yu had known this beauty for three or four years, he was completely stunned at first glance, overwhelmed by her stunning beauty. However, this initial amazement was quickly replaced by overwhelming joy. The next moment, Xu Yu stepped forward, his voice slightly excited, "Zhang Yan? You're eating here too?"

For a long time, he had wondered when and what the next encounter with Zhang Yan would be like, but only now, at this moment, did he realize that this kind of serendipitous surprise was truly heart-stirring. At this moment, his heart was filled with nothing but joy and happiness.