Chapter 469: Leaving Behind a Hidden Danger

be so loose-lipped. Even though it was a thing of the past, why did he tell Chen Hong about it Perhaps because it was already in the past and wouldn't happen again, he could just blurt it out casually...Xiao Zheng said, "Let's just talk here." 。Xiao Zheng didn't want to get in Chen Hong's car. He and Chen Hong were already in the past, he didn't want people to misunderstand, there was still contact between him and Chen Hong. 。Ke Chenhong said, "Do you think it's appropriate here Shouldn't there be more than one county leader staying at this inn What if someone sees us talking here later and misunderstands Do you care" Xiao Zheng thought about it, and felt that there was some truth to what she said. 。But he didn't want to sit in Chen Hong's Audi either. That car was bought by him, Xiao Zhong, and Chen Hong together. He didn't want to touch those unpleasant memories again. 。He said, "Let's go to the teahouse ahead." 。I'll book a private room first, and text you the details. 。The teahouse next to the guesthouse, where Xiao Zheng and Guan Wenwei, Xu Changyun and others had met many times to discuss matters, was relatively quiet, suitable for conversation. 。Chen Hong said: "I drove the car over." 。"He slammed his foot on the gas and drove over there. The bright red Audi shone under the lights, it looked like she took really good care of this car." 。The teahouse was just a few steps away. When Xiao Zheng arrived at the door, Chen Hong was still parking. 。Xiao Zheng didn't wait for her, he directly walked into the tea room and asked for a private room. He ordered a pot of Pu-erh tea, and nothing else. He didn't order anything else because their conversation shouldn't be long. 。Xiao Zheng had just sent the private room number via text message when Chen Hong pushed the door open and entered. It was clear she had asked the waiter and followed up right away. 。In a short while, the waiter brought tea and some complimentary snacks like melon seeds, peanuts, and pickled plums. 。Xiao Zheng said: "Chen Hong, please sit down." 。Today, Chen Hong wore a bright-colored brown leather jacket with a milky white undershirt. Her chest was still full and her neck remained as fair as ever, only seemingly with an extra strand of hair-thin lines. 。Xiao Zheng sighed in his heart, time is relentless indeed. The passage of time always leaves its mark on human skin first. 。Chen Hong saw Xiao Zheng's gaze and thought he was looking at her, so she smiled and said, "What are you looking at me for" Xiao Zheng immediately shifted his gaze and said, "Is there something you need from me today" Chen Hong leisurely picked up the teapot and poured Pu'er tea into both teacups, handing one to Xiao Zheng. "Since we've had tea, let's drink it slowly while we chat." 。Xiao Zheng just wanted to end the meeting as soon as possible. He took a sip of tea and said, "I have some work to deal with this evening." 。If there's something we need to talk about, let's just say it. 。"Chen HongHong smiled and said, "It's time to rest in the evening, don't overwork yourself." 。“This was a deliberately kind remark she made.” 。Xiao Zheng said, “I have it under control.” 。Chen Hong also took a sip of tea and said, "Xiao Zheng, my parents still miss you quite a bit. They hope that when you have time, you can come to my house for a gathering again." 。By the way, are you free tomorrow I'll call Mom and Dad now to make arrangements. 。"Before, you used to have dinner at my place, we were so happy together, weren't we"

Saying that, Chen Hong picked up her phone and pretended to make a call. 。Chen Hong's words really stirred Xiao Zheng's memory. 。Xiao Zheng had dined at Chen Hong's home many times. Though initially looked down upon by her parents, later as Xiao Zheng rose in his career, Chen Hong's parents became more polite and enthusiastic towards him. 。For a while, Xiao Zheng enjoyed the warmth and hospitality of Chen Hong's home. 。However, later Chen Hong took a path that Xiao Zheng couldn't accept, and Xiao Zheng proposed to break up with Chen Hong. 。After that, Xiao Zheng never went to Chen Hong's house again. 。He probably won't ever go there again. 。Xiao Zheng said to Chen Hong: "Thank you for the invitation, but I'm very busy lately." 。Please give my regards to your parents. 。"Xiao Zheng politely declined." 。Chen Hong's smile froze for a moment, she put down her phone, then resumed smiling: "Then just go when you have time." 。Today, I'm here because I actually want to ask you for a favor. 。One doesn't visit the Hall of Three Treasures for no reason. Chen Hong wouldn't have come here if there wasn't something important. 。Xiao Zheng guessed right, now Chen Hong was finally getting to the point. Xiao Zheng just nodded. 。Chen Hong said, "Actually, about this matter, you also know... 。"My parents and I all invested with the landlord. This time, the landlord was arrested, and departments like the public security bureau are working on returning the funds..."

Xiao Zheng interrupted her: "Your money, did you take it out beforehand"

Xiao Zheng remembered very clearly that after learning that the landlord was going to Macau with a huge sum of money, Xiao Zheng sent Chen Hong a text message at Zhang Yihong's suggestion, reminding her to withdraw all the money as soon as possible. 。

Unexpectedly, Chen Hong ultimately did not follow his advice and did not withdraw the money in time.

Come to think of it, when had Chen Hong ever really listened to her advice She was so subjective, and Xiao Zheng wasn't unaware of that. 。"I just hesitated for a moment then, so I didn't take it out." 。As you know, the interest rate back then was truly substantial every month. 。But after I saw your message, I talked to my parents, and we decided that instead of waiting until next month to get all the interest, we'll withdraw both the principal and the interest and no longer participate. 。 。How much credibility is there in "Next month I'll take out both principal and interest, and I won't be involved anymore" Xiao Zheng expressed doubt. 。。We have put a total of 500,000 in it, and we have only received 700,000 in interest so far. 。Now, if you withdraw from the group, we can only return one-fourth of your original investment, which is 125 thousand. You'll also need to return all the interest you've received previously. 。This is unreasonable! We know that the leaders in charge of this matter at the city level are Xiao Jingyu. 。"Could you please help me say hello to her and let's get our capital back As for the interest, try to avoid us having to pay it back. If we absolutely have to, could we maybe return a little less, just as a gesture"

Listening to Chen Hong say these words, Xiao Zheng sighed inwardly. The Chen family still loved money too much! When it came to money matters, Chen Hong seemed to think things were too simple. 。In this matter, Xiao Zheng absolutely cannot help Chen Hong. 。Xiao Zheng said: "Chen Hong, this matter is not as simple as you think." 。The "putting off fireworks" incident has attracted the attention of the provincial Party secretary, who has instructed a serious investigation and handling of the matter. 。Regarding the refund of funds, it was approved by the municipal Party Committee Standing Committee, and Secretary Gao personally put forward the two principles of "the people first, then cadres" and "seizing the interest already earned by cadres". Of the eleven billion yuan illegally raised by the head of the village, more than eight billion yuan has been squandered, leaving only over three billion yuan. With so many ordinary people being deceived, everyone wants to get back as much money as possible. Therefore, the municipal Party Committee and municipal government have formulated a principle that each person can refund no more than one-fourth of their funds, ensuring that everyone can get back a portion of their money. 。This is a manifestation of fairness and justice. 。"If you took all the money back to your family, what would other people think"

Chen Hong said: "As long as the operators don't say anything, it's fine." 。"What's there that doesn't have behind-the-scenes operations" Xiao Zheng said: "There's no wall that can keep a secret in this world." 。Whatever you do that is shady, people will find out. 。Chen Hong looked at Xiao Zheng: "Xiao Zheng, you can't even help with such a small matter"

Xiao Zheng shook his head and said: "It's not that I don't want to help, it's that I can't." 。Chen Hong, I don't know if you can listen to my advice. 。Don't worry about money anymore. 。Your family has two leaders, your mother is also a formal employee, you have a house and a car, and your monthly salary is considerable. 。Money doesn't really matter to you. 。

Devalue money, devalue profit, and you and your father will still have room for promotion.

If you value money too much, it's easy to run into problems. 。The state has already taken care of all your family's living expenses, so what do you need so much money for So even if all the money is lost this time, I don't think it matters. Just like paying tuition at the time, it's a lesson learned. 。"Chen Hong stared at Xiao Zheng in surprise: "You want me to give up almost a million You really don't feel the pain of standing and talking. The money my family has isn't stolen or robbed..." 。This is my and my parents' salary plus investment income, why should I give it up for nothing 。When it comes to money, Chen Hong gets anxious. 。Xiao Zheng also picked up the teapot and poured tea for Chen Hong, saying: "Chen Hong, I've said everything I can say." 。You asked me for help, but I am really helpless. 。It's getting late, let's have this tea and then head back. 。Chen Hong stared at Xiao Zheng, tears welling up in her eyes: "Xiao Zheng, you really won't help me" Xiao Zheng said: "I really can't help you" 。"Chen Hong stared at Xiao Zheng again: "Then tonight, can you accompany me to rest at Jiangnan Mingyue for a night I'm lonely alone" 。Xiao Zheng's gaze fell on Chen Hong's face. She had put on rouge, her lips were bright red, and she had a slender waist. To say that her body didn't attract him would be a lie. 。Ke Xiaozheng no longer wanted to have anything to do with Chen Hong. This was a firm decision he had made in his heart. 。Xiao Zheng shook his head and said, "Chen Hong, if you feel lonely living alone in Jiangnan Mingyue, you can go back to your mother's place." 。Our relationship is over, I can't keep doing irresponsible things. 。Chen Hong's eyes welled up with tears as she said, "Xiao Zheng, I'm so humble and begging you, but you don't have any sympathy for me at all. " 。"Before, you were still a poor boy from the countryside, and I always defended you in front of my parents. I never once suggested breaking up!" Xiao Zheng said: "Chen Hong, I thank you for everything you did for me during that time." 。But we ultimately seek different things. You crave power, willing to sacrifice everything for it; while I long for a simple family life, where both partners prioritize each other above all else. 。This is the difference between us, so we'll never end up together. 。Chen Hong, let's all let go. It'll be better for everyone. 。Chen Hong wiped the tears from the corner of her eyes and stared at Xiao Zheng: "Let go, but I will hate you" 。You should also know, if I hate someone, I can do anything. 。“Chen Hong’s words were almost a threat, but Xiao Zheng was fearless now: “If you want to hate me, then please hate me.” 。I still have some things to do, I have to leave now. 。After this, unless it's something work-related, let's not keep in touch. 。Xiao Zheng stood up and walked toward the door. 。Chen Hong sat on the sofa, watching Xiao Zheng leave. Tears welled up in her eyes again. She truly began to hate this man, Xiao Zheng. 。She hates a person, she'll want to destroy everything he has!ittee has two deputy secretaries who already meet the requirements. It will be no problem to select another three from the backup cadres at the two offices, the Organization Department, and vice-depar...