Chen Yan took the initiative to extend his hand and shook hands with the middle-aged man, saying, "Brother Bian, you're too polite. Business is more important. Let's go sign the contract first. At this time... they should be open for business, right?"
Bian Zihua immediately turned sideways and made a gesture of invitation.
Then, while moving sideways to lead the way, he said with a smile, "Mr. Chen, you're joking. We're all serving the people, there's no such thing as working or not working. We'll definitely do it whenever you arrive, without any delays. I wonder if Mr. Chen and Mr. Chu have eaten yet? Why don't we find a place to eat first? After we've had a full stomach, we can go sign the contract."
Chen Yan waved his hand and said, "There are meals provided on the plane. Although they are not very delicious, they are enough to fill your stomach."
Bian Zihua smiled and said, "Indeed, I always feel that the food on the plane is deliberately made to be so unpalatable. It's because it tastes unpalatable that people feel full after eating a little. Even if they're not full, the taste alone won't make them want to eat more. Come, this way, please. The car is outside the door, not waiting in the parking lot."
While speaking, Bian Zihua had already led Chen Yan and Chu Yinyin out of the reception hall. A Hongqi official vehicle was waiting on the driveway outside the door.
The driver was standing in front of the car door. As Chen Yan and Chu Yinyin walked over, he immediately opened the back door, held the top of the door frame to prevent the two from bumping their heads, and welcomed them into the car respectfully.
"Originally, the boss wanted to treat you two to a quick bite to eat and drinks at noon, and then discuss the contract in the afternoon. But since you two want to discuss business first, I'll report to the boss. If everything goes well, we can have dinner tonight."
Bian Zihua sat in the passenger seat, half turned sideways, turned around and spoke to Chen Yan and Chu Yinyin in the back row.
"Brother Bian, just take care of the arrangements. We can do it."
Chen Yan agreed with a smile.
Although he is rather averse to things like being treated to meals, discussing business and building relationships over a drink is a custom and a national condition. As long as it is normal work interaction, there is nothing to resist.
After about an hour's drive, the Hongqi car finally drove into the ministry building.
The relevant contracts are relatively complicated and require the signing of several independent share contracts. All contract texts are kept within the ministry, so the process naturally has to be completed in the ministry building.
After getting out of the car and walking into the building, Chu Yinyin's phone suddenly rang.
After looking at the name displayed on the screen, Chu Yinyin immediately frowned.
Although a look of disgust clearly appeared on her face, Chu Yinyin still chose to answer the call.
Chen Yan's five senses were greatly enhanced with the support of genetic unlocking, so that even though Chu Yinyin's mobile phone had very good reception performance, Chen Yan could still hear clearly what was said.
"Yinyin, you didn't even tell me you were coming to Beijing. Don't you consider us friends? I know you hate me, but I don't mean any harm. Isn't it too much to not give me this little bit of face? Come out tonight. I'll welcome you and introduce you to some friends."
A man's voice that sounded a bit slick came into Chen Yan's ears.
"I have something to do tonight, so I can't go over." Chu Yinyin said coldly.
"What could be more important than meeting us? Yinyin, it's not just me here tonight, Brother Le is here too. There are also several other gentlemen, all of whom are well-known. It's okay if you don't give me face, but don't you give Brother Le face too? If you make them unhappy, not only you, but even your father will be very uncomfortable."
Chu Yinyin was silent for a moment, then said, "I'm here to sign the contract. After signing the contract, I must have a meal with the relevant person in charge. You should understand this."
"I understand! Of course I understand! It's okay, we'll wait for your second show. I'll send you the address later, and you just need to come before ten o'clock. Xiaoji asked his men to open a new place, and it's doing pretty well. Brother Le has been playing here these days, so see you tonight."
Watching Chu Yinyin hang up the phone, Chen Yan couldn't help but ask, "Who is Brother Le? Who is this person who called you? Why does he sound unfriendly?"
"Can you hear what's said on the phone?"
Chu Yinyin said in surprise.
Chen Yan chuckled and said, "Sorry, I didn't mean to eavesdrop. It's just that my ears are so good and we were so close, so I heard it clearly."
Chu Yinyin didn't take it seriously and explained, "The man who called me is a well-known official in the capital. Especially since the last term change, his elders have joined the government, and his status has risen accordingly. As for Brother Le, his name is Shi Le. It's just his mother's last name, so you probably can't imagine anything. But Brother Le's family is first-class, so I don't dare to offend him."
"You don't want to go?"
"Of course I didn't want to. The person who called me never had any good intentions towards me. It's just that although the elders in his family were more powerful than my father, they were not in the same system after all. My father didn't have to give face to the elders in his family, so he didn't dare to go too far.
But after the last term change, his family elders joined the bureau and suddenly became my father's direct superiors. Since then, he has become more and more presumptuous. Of course, with Brother Le around, he didn't have the guts to do anything to me tonight, so he left.
Chu Yinyin adjusted her mentality quite quickly.
Since I have to go at night, it would be meaningless to keep worrying about it and let my mood be affected.
Chen Yan thought for a moment and said, "Do you want me to accompany you?"
Chu Yinyin was stunned for a moment, turned her head to look at Chen Yan, and said hesitantly: "If you are willing to follow me, then of course I will feel more at ease. But... you probably don't like that kind of occasion, right? Don't force yourself."
Chen Yan shrugged and said, "I wouldn't say I'm reluctant. You're the CEO of my company, and I have to ensure your safety. Otherwise, if something happens to you, how can I be at ease leaving the company to someone else?"
Chu Yinyin said with a smile: "We are all top-notch officials, and we wouldn't do anything vulgar. Of course, we'll have to force you to drink. If you really want to go, then remember to block the wine for me. If you block it well and satisfy me, so that I don't have to drink too much, I'll reward you nicely tonight."
"Well? Can I ask how I will be rewarded?" Chen Yan asked with a pounding heart.
Chu Yinyin narrowed her eyes and smiled, "I haven't decided yet. It depends on your performance. After all, women are fickle, so changes in mood will have a huge impact."
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