The Urban Construction Bureau issued a notice to Fuqiang Construction, instructing them to suspend all business operations pending further notice. This sparked much discussion, with many wondering what was going on.

The two spent the whole day in a meeting at the company, analyzing what the higher-ups wanted to do and how to respond.

At that time, everyone was still relatively optimistic, believing that it was just an industry rectification and routine inspection.

When Yang Lu returned home that evening, she brought back the latest news.

It turned out that a new deputy director had been appointed to the Urban Construction Bureau, Yao Zheng. As a new broom sweeps clean, he spearheaded a thorough investigation of all newly established construction companies.

Everyone had a bad feeling. Yao Zheng and Ji Yang were now enemies, and there was no guarantee that he wouldn't take revenge on Fuqiang Construction.

"Everyone should inquire about this tomorrow. Are all other companies' projects also being completely halted? Lin Chen, you should also ask around and find out what Yao Zheng is planning to do next."

Jiang Ning suggested.

Everyone nodded, their spirits low.

The company had just landed a project, and it was about to yield results when this happened.

If the matter cannot be resolved properly, it means that nearly a million dollars will be lost, and it means that they will go bankrupt.

The loss of years of hard work will be a heavy blow to everyone.

Yang Lu felt upset, thinking it was a consequence of her suggestion about the office address, and said she would go to Yao Zheng to explain the situation.

Gao Baoliang held her hand, and shook his head at him.

"No, it has nothing to do with you. I'll tell you about it later."

Jiang Ning also comforted her.

“You work at the Urban Construction Bureau, so you don’t need to specifically ask your superiors about this matter. Behind this is a personal grudge.”

Everyone discussed countermeasures together and didn't disperse until after 10 o'clock.

The next day, Lin Chen hurriedly went to find Xiao Tong and asked him to help think of a solution.

After listening to his account of the grievances, Xiao Tong comforted him, saying:

"Yao Zheng and Ji Yang have a feud, but it shouldn't affect the construction company, right?"

I'll try to find out for you, and you shouldn't panic.

Lin Chen thanked him and returned to his office to wait for his message.

The power plant's central control system project is currently in its initial stage, and there are many things to deal with. He also has to face Xie Quan's difficulties, so it won't be easy for him to gain a foothold in the design institute.

However, he always believed that there was always a solution to the problem.

Soon, Xiao Tong learned from the Urban Construction Bureau that Yao Zheng's actions this time could be described as a thunderous strike, leaving no chance for new construction companies.

If even the slightest mistake is found, a three-month suspension and rectification period must be imposed.

Upon hearing this, Lin Chen's heart sank to the bottom.

Isn't it easy to find fault with a company?

This time, the company is probably really going to go through a major crisis.

Luo Guangming was not idle either; he sent people to gather a lot of information.

Even among companies that were established within the last six months, some did not receive any notice of closure.

Hearing the commotion, Ji Yang knew that Yao Zheng's madness was caused by his own actions. Feeling guilty, he called Ji Tingting.

Ever since Ji Tingting learned that she and Jiang Ning were cousins, she felt even more guilty, feeling that she had been too immature in the past and had spoken rudely to her several times.

Upon hearing that her mother's new husband was going to deal with them, she immediately said she would call Liu Juan and ask Yao Zheng to show leniency.

Unexpectedly, when she called, Liu Juan launched into a tirade of abuse:

"You've remembered me now? How could you be so heartless when I begged you to save my brother! Let me tell you, Jiang Ning deserves it!"

You all deserve it! Don't say my words were useless; even if they were, I wouldn't have let Yao Zheng show any mercy!

When Zhuangzhuang needed bone marrow, they made excuses and refused. In the end, it was Yao Zheng's child who donated bone marrow, which saved his life. He is still resting at home now!

Looking back, she would remind Yao Zheng not to show any mercy because of her.

Ji Tingting was furious and almost cried on the phone with Ji Yang.

“My mother doesn’t give me any leeway, and I can’t reason with her.”

Ji Yang tightened his grip on the phone, his face darkening.

"Never mind, that's just your mom's personality. I already guessed it. Just study hard abroad, and it'll be easier for you to find a job when you come back to China."

Although Ji Tingting did not change Liu Juan's mind, she was still comforted to know that Liu Juan could now focus on her studies and that her personality had improved.

Despite being closed for several days, the company's management has continued to come to work every day, holding meetings to discuss the company's current situation and try to find ways to save itself.

Unfortunately, more bad news came from Gao Baoliang.

Robert also received instructions from relevant departments to immediately cease all business dealings with Fuqiang Construction.

The renovation work on his house also needs to be stopped.

Gao Baoliang, in a fit of anger, put his hands on his hips and kicked a pebble far away to vent his frustration.

Robert knew he was upset, so he comforted him and told him to go home and rest for a few days, saying that things might turn around in a few days.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ning immediately called him to inquire where exactly she could get instructions from the embassy.

Robert paused for a moment before speaking:

"We should still give the mayor of the capital city some face."

Jiang Ning thought of the grudges between Ji Yang and Liu Juan, the grudges between herself and Jiang Rou over the years, and recently, her feud with Helen.

But I never expected it would be the top official in the city.

That evening, everyone gathered together, all looking worried and unsure how to deal with the situation.

"Why is the mayor suddenly getting involved in the Urban Construction Bureau's affairs?"

"When did we offend him?"

One question after another was posed, but no one could find the answers.

Lin Qiao suddenly remembered someone: Li Jiabao worked in the Organization Department of the Municipal Party Committee and should know some inside information. Why not ask him?

Gao Baoliang scoffed: "I have a feeling that he might be the one stirring up trouble behind the scenes."

Lin Chen said, "Whether it's him or not, we should still try to find out. Xiao Qiao, don't avoid suspicion at this time, go and ask Meng Jiao about the situation."

After Lin Qiao started working at the publishing house, she kept her distance from Meng Jiao, who had become the editor-in-chief.

After returning to her workplace, she took the opportunity to go to the editor-in-chief's office.

Unexpectedly, she overheard employees from other departments gossiping about her in the hallway.

"Have you heard? Editor-in-Chief Meng got divorced. They hadn't been married long, and she initiated the divorce. I wonder what happened?"

"Although divorce is now a free choice, it's still not something to be ashamed of. Women should prioritize their families. If you focus solely on your career, your in-laws will definitely look down on you!"

"She's divorced and getting old, how will she ever get married again!"

Lin Qiao, listening to their gossiping back and forth, stormed in and confronted them:

"Even if the editor-in-chief is divorced, that's her family matter, and it's none of your business to gossip about it behind her back!"

The women were about to speak when they saw Meng Jiao walking down the corridor with a stack of documents in her hand, looking down at her as a mere editor.

They looked at each other and quickly fell silent.

Lin Qiao glared at them and chased after them...