"Oh? Comrade Cheng, please feel free to ask any questions you may have."
Wang Duo appeared very amiable; anyone who didn't know him would think he was a boss who was good at utilizing talent and listened to advice.
"If the exam rooms are spread out, how can you ensure the exam questions reach the candidates safely? What if something goes wrong...who will be responsible?"
Seemingly anticipating his question, Wang Duo remained calm and waved for him to sit down.
"Comrade Cheng Ran, that's a good question. We need to make things convenient for the test takers while ensuring the absolute fairness and impartiality of the exam. There can't be any mistakes along the way. So I've already submitted a report to the higher-ups, and Comrade Cheng and Comrade Jiang will cooperate with other departments to escort the exam papers safely to each exam room, ensuring that students can complete the exam without any problems!"
Upon hearing this, the others exchanged glances, their eyes filled with complex emotions. Some covered their mouths and chuckled. It was clear to everyone that this was a scheme specifically designed to trap the couple. If things went well, all the credit would go to Wang Duo; if things went wrong, the blame would fall on the couple's completely different assessment method, and no one would dare to mess with them again.
Some people silently shook their heads, remaining silent and not intervening in the topic, letting things develop as they pleased.
Others dared to raise minor questions, but they were interrupted by Wang Duo after only uttering a word or two, and the conference room fell silent...
Cheng Ran and Jiang Wanqing exchanged a glance, their faces grim, realizing the problem.
If they don't agree now, it means their desire to contribute to the assessment is fake. If they agree, there will definitely be trouble in the future. Wang Duo is indeed a cunning old fox!
"What, are Comrade Cheng and Comrade Jiang unwilling?"
Wang Duo burst out laughing, looking at the two of them with a smug expression.
"How could that be? Entrusting us with such an important task shows that you trust us. But which 'brother unit' are you referring to?"
Jiang Wanqing secretly clenched her hands. Since she was being held up, backing down wasn't an option. She should see what this old man was up to first.
"He's from the military, and he actually has some connection with Comrade Cheng. That's one of the reasons why he was put in charge of transporting the exam questions."
How dare he bring in military personnel? What kind of evil scheme is he plotting?
Cheng Ran glanced back at Jiang Wanqing, communicating with her through his eyes. If she felt uncomfortable, he would rather risk being punished than refuse this job that might be full of conspiracies.
Opportunities and risks coexist, Jiang Wanqing always believed. Since Wang Duo wanted to use this incident to bring them down, why couldn't they turn the tables on him?
While there's still time, find out what his recent plans are, and deal with any problems that may arise.
Jiang Wanqing shook her head slightly, telling Cheng Ran to calm down and not to act impulsively. After all, with so many people watching, their every move would be discussed and spread around.
Today, Wang Duo is not engaging in a direct confrontation with them, which must be part of his plan: first flatter them, then bring them down from their pedestal!
"Comrades, do you have any other questions?" Wang Duo asked them again, a shrewd smile on his face.
“No problem, but since it’s such an important mission, how can we just leave it to the two of us? Director Wang, I suggest we add another person.”
"Oh? Who do you want to add?"
"Your daughter, Wang Yan."
Jiang Wanqing curled her lips, thinking that to prevent the father and daughter from causing trouble in secret, keeping her by her side and monitoring her was a good idea. Who knew that Wang Yan, that brainless girl, might reveal something...
More importantly, she took this opportunity to clear herself of any suspicion of tampering with things. After all, she had partnered with someone she had a past grudge against. She was so open and honest, who would dare to doubt her beforehand?
Upon closer observation, one can notice a slight change in Wang Duo's expression, but he quickly regained his composure, leaving no room for error or fault.
"Alright, then let's do as you say. Let Comrade Wang Yan join the work of escorting the exam questions. You two can supervise each other and make sure you don't fight over personal grudges."
"Of course not. We can tell what's more important, Director Wang, don't worry."
That old man, he's quite good at putting on an impeccable facade in front of others!
"Alright, that concludes today's main agenda items. There are a few other minor issues, but let's get to them quickly..."
Wang Duo quickly reviewed the next topics and then announced the end of the meeting.
As everyone gradually left the meeting room, Jiang Wanqing and Cheng Ran couldn't talk much because of the crowd and distractions. They could only go their separate ways to do their own work, agreeing to leave together after get off work.
Whether it was an order from above or something else, Jiang Wanqing felt that the hostility towards her in the institute had lessened, or rather, had been temporarily hidden. She had a rare day of complete peace and quiet, except for the morning meeting...
After get off work, she met up with Cheng Ran.
"Shall we talk at home or somewhere else?" His expression was slightly serious.
He privately felt that bringing work-related issues home was inadvisable, fearing his parents would worry if they found out. However, he was also afraid of talking about it outside, given the complex social environment and the possibility of eavesdroppers.
Jiang Wanqing pondered for a moment, then snapped her fingers: "Old Lin! Let's go find Old Lin and see what he thinks about this matter. We'll also check on his recovery progress. He said he'd wait until the assessment is successfully completed."
Her suggestion was worth considering, and Cheng Ran nodded, taking her hand.
"Alright, let's go find Elder Lin then."
The two bought some fruit on the way and then headed to the hospital.
Just like last time, they went directly to the outside of Mr. Lin's ward and were about to go in when the doctor suddenly came out and stopped them.
"It's you two, here to see Old Lin?"
"Yes, he's resting? How is he? Can we go in and take a look?" Jiang Wanqing said respectfully to the doctor.
However, the other party coldly shook their head and pushed them out.
"Old Lin's health has deteriorated considerably, and it is not suitable for you to visit him. You should go back."
"What?! Worsened?!" Jiang Wanqing frowned in shock. "But she was perfectly fine just a few days ago!"
She couldn't believe it; how could it have stopped working after only a few days?
"That's the truth. Old Lin wasn't doing well for a while, but he chose to hide it so you wouldn't worry about him. He told a white lie because he didn't want you to go through so much trouble for him. Now he really can't hold on any longer and we can't talk anymore. If you really want what's best for him, you should leave."
The doctor's words almost made Jiang Wanqing collapse. Cheng Ran supported her, glanced into the ward, and pressed the doorknob.
"We're already here, even if you can't let us in, can't you at least open a crack and peek in?"
"You're just making trouble out of nothing. See? See? You're doctors and I'm a doctor."
Reluctantly, they opened the door a crack, and the doctor blocked their way, allowing them to peek out from a distance before immediately closing it again.
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