Faced with Zhao Guodong's aggressive words, Guo Guanghua was momentarily speechless, unsure how to respond. He opened his mouth, but found his throat felt blocked, and he couldn't utter a sound.
He was secretly furious, feeling an unnamed fire rise up from his feet to the top of his head, but reason told him that he must not let it out at this moment and had to forcibly suppress the surging emotions in his heart.
His hands were clenched into fists under the table, his knuckles turning white from the force, as he struggled to suppress the urge to slam his fist on the table.
So he took a deep breath, his chest heaving violently, trying to calm his breathing and deliberately slowing his rapid tone, attempting to reverse the slightly passive situation.
He smiled, though the smile seemed somewhat stiff, and said earnestly, "Section Chief Zhao, we both know perfectly well that this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! If we work together to accomplish this, the benefits will be countless. Not only will you be guaranteed a stable position as deputy director, but you'll also have a smooth and successful career in this vast city of Beijing!"
He tried to lure Zhao Guodong with a promising future and persuade him to change his mind.
"Hmph, do you think you can make me believe you so easily just by talking, Director Guo?" Zhao Guodong crossed his arms, a contemptuous sneer on his face, looking at Guo Guanghua with disdain, showing no intention of backing down.
Don't let his young age fool you; he's incredibly shrewd and not the kind of person who can be easily fooled by a few words or boastful claims. He's seen too much treachery and deceit in officialdom and won't be easily misled by Guo Guanghua's sweet talk.
At this moment, Guo Guanghua's face grew increasingly grim. His lips trembled slightly, and he was secretly furious, but he still suppressed his temper and gritted his teeth, saying, "Since Section Chief Zhao doesn't trust me so much, then fine, I'll let you see my sincerity first!"
After saying that, he glared fiercely at Zhao Guodong, his eyes seeming as if he wanted to devour Zhao Guodong alive.
Upon hearing this, Zhao Guodong raised his eyebrows slightly, revealing an interested expression, as if he wanted to hear how Guo Guanghua would demonstrate his so-called sincerity.
A hint of curiosity flashed in his eyes, and he leaned forward slightly, adopting an attentive listening posture. He secretly pondered to himself, "I'll have to see where this Guo Guanghua gets his confidence from."
Guo Guanghua straightened up, like a taut string, and looked at Zhao Guodong with a firm gaze, saying decisively, "Then let's wait until tomorrow! We'll see if I can get you that crucial letter of recommendation then!"
As soon as he spoke, he exuded confidence, as if he had already won the battle. A smug look appeared on his face, as if he were declaring to Zhao Guodong that he had the ability and means to achieve his goal.
Thus began a fierce exchange, with both sides delivering sharp and scathing remarks, neither willing to yield.
Every word was like a sharp blade, sparking in the air. After a fierce exchange of words, and with each making some important promises, the tense standoff finally came to an end.
Then, the two turned and left, their figures gradually disappearing into the dark night.
Time passed slowly, and the courtyard gradually returned to tranquility, so quiet that not even a whisper of wind could be heard, as if the dramatic confrontation had never happened.
The moonlight spilled into the courtyard, casting a silvery veil over everything, making it appear exceptionally tranquil.
Only when they were certain that there were no more sounds coming from around them did Xia Wan and the other person, who had been hiding in the corner, slowly stand up with a sigh of relief and carefully walk outside. Their movements were slow and gentle, as if afraid of making the slightest sound and breaking the rare tranquility.
Xia Shuyu's expression was extremely solemn. She frowned deeply, and the wrinkles on her forehead seemed to be etched into her flesh. She said, "These two actually reached an agreement so easily? That Guo Guanghua seems so confident and shrewd."
Her voice carried a hint of worry, as if she had a premonition of an impending crisis.
Xia Wan nodded gently, reached out and closed the system panel in front of her, and the virtual light disappeared from her fingertips.
Then she blinked and calmly replied, "Of course, she's definitely full of confidence. The deputy director who's about to be transferred is actually a servant of the Guo family. For Guo Guanghua, all she has to do is say a few words, and a letter of recommendation will easily fall into her hands. And right now, what Zhao Guodong needs most is precisely such a letter of recommendation that can help him."
Her tone was flat, as if all of this was within her expectations.
Upon hearing this, Xia Shuyu's eyes widened in astonishment. She stared at Xia Wan in disbelief, her gaze meeting through the darkness with a complex mix of shock, confusion, and curiosity: "You...you actually know about the Guo family's servants?" Her voice rose involuntarily, filled with surprise.
Xia Wan continued walking steadily forward without stopping, replying casually, "I told you long ago, I know far more than you imagine."
Her voice echoed in the night, carrying a touch of mystery.
After all, only she herself knew that she possessed a cheat code, enabling her to access a great deal of information that ordinary people could not obtain, so it was not surprising that she knew these things.
Xia Wan and her companion rushed back to the hospital, jogging as they entered the building.
The hospital was filled with the smell of disinfectant, and the lights were stark and glaring.
During the day, after some arrangements, Xia Jianguo was moved to a more private ward with better confidentiality.
At this very moment, Xia Xiong and Xia Shuqin are anxiously waiting in the ward, eagerly hoping that they will bring back good news.
Xia Xiong paced back and forth in the ward, his footsteps echoing clearly in the quiet room; Xia Shuqin sat by the bed, her hands clasped tightly together, her eyes filled with worry.
When they saw Xia Wan and the other person appear at the door, their tense nerves finally relaxed a little.
Xia Xiong stopped, a glimmer of hope flashing in his eyes; Xia Shuqin stood up, a hopeful smile on her face.
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