However, this arrangement is not bad—Shen Qin's abilities are not weak. Not only as a guard or combatant, but don't forget that she was once one of the leaders of the "Forgotten Ones." Although she was completely defeated by him back then, she is still one of the top ones.
Unfortunately, after her memories were reshaped, she wasn't very interested in anything other than acting as his bodyguard; in fact, she was somewhat resistant to it.
Perhaps it's because my work experience at "Snake Ring" wasn't pleasant? Even if the memory has been overwritten, some emotions still linger in my subconscious.
In contrast, the Governor's Office might be a bit better off—back then, the conglomerates were in power, and when they clashed with the "Forgotten Ones," the Governor's Office and the Bureau of Investigation were just bystanders. Shen Qin was relatively unfamiliar with them, and now she could treat them with a normal attitude.
"...Chairman Xu, you really have a short memory."
Tang Shuang joked, then asked, "Alright, what brings you here?"
She knew very well that Xu Shi hadn't come all this way to cheer her up; kisses and hugs were one thing, but definitely not the whole story.
"Actually, it's nothing serious."
Xu Shi nodded, indicating that he simply needed to bring his ideas into the open.
Whether it's the subsequent plans for going overseas or the renovation of the city's schools, internal discussions alone are not enough. We also need the help of the Governor's Office to spread the word. What the conglomerate says and does is often done behind the scenes, and the Governor's Office is always the one who speaks in public. This is a long-standing rule.
The reason is simple: compared to the major conglomerates, the people of Night City have a slightly better impression of the Governor's Mansion, though not by much. But when faced with two evils, one should choose the lesser.
Anyway, this was how it was back when there were still six major conglomerates. Whenever someone wanted to do something or implement a plan, they would announce it in the name of the Governor-General's Office. The former Governor-General, Yue Chizheng, was a seasoned veteran, so he naturally wouldn't refuse such a request.
Now that Tang Shuang has taken over, this rule remains unchanged—or rather, during the year I was away, thanks to her efforts, the credibility of the Governor's Office has improved considerably.
After all, everyone knows her past character—it's the conglomerate's business if they don't like this guy, but in the public's mind, someone as impartial and incorruptible as Tang Shuang is hard to find even with a lantern.
Now that she has become governor, her approval rating has reached an unprecedented high.
Xu Shi curled the corners of his mouth. It didn't matter. We're all family anyway.
"I see."
Tang Shuang was naturally aware of his plan, but she wasn't very clear about some of the details of the new discussion. However, since it was Xu Shi who brought it up, she naturally wouldn't refuse.
Before long, the Governor's Office organized an impromptu meeting. There were not many attendees, including Tang Shuang, Xu Shi, Shen Qin, and Lin Yue, who had come from Sin City.
In the current City of Night Sin, Tang Shuang and Lin Yue are undoubtedly the rulers in name only.
Like Governor Tang, Lin Yue's influence has been gradually increasing during Xu Shi's absence. Her personality is actually very similar to Tang Shuang's, and she is also quite upright. Over time, the little assassin girl who took over the new "Spark" has now become the deputy governor who has the final say.
Yes, he is the Vice Governor.
Xu Shi had no idea about the little tricks they'd pulled while she was away, but thinking about it, it made sense. Calling her "Queen of Sin City" was fine in casual conversation, but it definitely couldn't be used in official written documents—that would be too childish...
“No problem. Mr. Ning also spoke to me this morning and told me about these things.”
After listening to Xu Shi's speech, Lin Yue nodded vigorously. "I have already planned the regions. Next, we will promote this in each region... The employment rate in Sin City still has room for improvement. I think many people will be willing to join this plan."
"It would be better if the review process were stricter."
They usually trust each other with their work, but this does involve the public image of Night City, so it's necessary to remind them.
As for publicity and such... that's a matter of "imaginary numbers." The Qi family father and son may not be good at anything else, but this is their specialty.
Indeed, when he was in the Hualan Empire, "Imaginary Number" contributed significantly to the development of Night Sin City. To put it dramatically, Night Sin City's rapid development over the past year was inseparable from their assistance.
Whether we admit it or not, public opinion can subtly influence people's minds.
"Yes, I know."
The assassin nodded, and for a moment she was also a little emotional, and unconsciously sighed.
"What's the matter?"
Seeing this, Xu Shi asked with concern.
"Nothing, I just remembered some... things from the past?"
Lin Yue blinked and said, "For example... our first meeting."
She was relatively restrained in front of others; otherwise, she probably would have called him "master" directly.
"oh?"
Xu Shi seemed quite interested in this topic. "I'm actually curious too, what was your initial impression of me?"
"I just... I think you're an utterly wicked person."
Lin Yue didn't shy away from the topic, but blushed slightly. "You even did...that kind of thing to me. What else could you be but a bad person?"
"Didn't you try to assassinate me first?"
Xu Shi chuckled. "Well, Lin Yue, you've even learned to turn the tables on me?"
"Lin Yue knows she was wrong."
The assassin girl, as if by reflex, apologized with trepidation.
"Oh? So you're planning to accept the punishment?"
Xu Shi joked.
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