Gu Chaoyun was still in a daze when Gu Panyun questioned her.
Isn't he the same way?
To outsiders, he appears to be a director, young and promising.
But only he himself knows how much he gave up and what he lost.
"Where's Panyun?" Zhang Caihua chased after them, only to find that there was only one person standing there, with no sign of Gu Panyun.
Gu Chaoyun turned her head and said, "I didn't catch up. I'll go look for it now. You go back and wait."
He was conflicted. Right now, he desperately wanted his sister to live in an ordinary family.
These selfish parents, who only care about their own future, are worse off than having no parents at all.
Zhang Caihua sighed, "Why is this child so stubborn? She used to be so obedient. It must be that Xu Xiangyang who seduced her. No, I have to call your dad and tell him to deal with that Xu Xiangyang!"
After saying that, she turned around and ran back.
Gu Chaoyun's face darkened, then he suddenly laughed. Such a manic state would probably make even Zhang Caihua look incredulous if she stood before him.
He sneered and muttered to himself, "Using the same methods they used on me to deal with Panyun, they really are like biological parents."
...
Xu Xiangyang had no idea that he had offended someone. He had just arrived at his doorstep when he saw someone standing there.
"Secretary Cao? What brings you here?" He was somewhat surprised.
We haven't seen each other since that gathering before the Lunar New Year.
Xu Xiangyang was busy with business trips, and by the time he returned it was already Chinese New Year. He was busy eating, drinking and having fun, so he didn't have time to go out.
After he went to work, he never saw them again.
Secretary Cao brushed the snow off his clothes and said, "I've come to talk to you about something today. May I come in?"
He had been waiting there for a while, covered in snow, and his clothes were probably soaked through by now.
Xu Xiangyang quickly opened the door and let the person in, then led them to his room.
"I'll go get some water, wait a moment." He made the arrangements for Cao Yajun, and then went to the main house to get his things.
He didn't have much in his room to entertain guests, and he couldn't conjure things out of thin air, so he had to go outside to get them.
Holding a bowl of hot tea, along with melon seeds and apples, Xu Xiangyang placed it on the table and sat down opposite Cao Yajun.
"Secretary Cao, how did you know I lived here?" It seemed he had never told these people where he lived; they always arranged to meet at a pre-arranged location before going out.
Cao Yajun took a sip of hot tea and said, "Shen Fangjun told me that she saw you staying here before, so she came over to wait for you."
Mentioning Shen Fangjun, Xu Xiangyang asked, "How are you two doing?"
He remembered that a while ago, a female comrade had given Shen Fangjun trouble; she was someone who admired Cao Yajun.
"It's fine, what's wrong?" Cao Yajun looked at him in confusion.
Xu Xiangyang could tell from his expression that the woman must not have made a scene, otherwise why would she not have any emotions at all?
"It's nothing," he said with a smile. "By the way, didn't you say you needed to see me? What is it that you came all the way here to see me?"
Cao Yajun nodded and sat up straight. "Didn't I ask you before if you were interested in changing jobs? Now there's a permanent position that requires a high school diploma. Tomorrow you'll be assisting others in the archives. It's not too tiring, but there's a chance for promotion later."
In fact, he had long wanted to develop his own power, but due to his status, he had not made any moves.
Now that Xu Xiangyang has appeared, he has more ideas to think about.
If possible, then he would have an extra help.
Xu Xiangyang was stunned for a moment. Did this mean he was going to become a cadre?
Of course, this is far from being a true cadre.
But as Cao Yajun said, if he could really get promoted, he could definitely become a junior cadre.
The thought that he wouldn't have to earn money recently made him really want to go.
But I can't just agree to it outright. I have to think about it carefully, because if he acts too insignificantly, it would be a bit pathetic.
Xu Xiangyang smiled and said, "Secretary Cao, you know my job. If I were to change to a different work environment now, I would definitely find it difficult to adjust. How about this, I'll get back to you in a couple of days?"
In fact, Cao Yajun also felt that it was impossible to agree so easily, after all, this was a big deal.
Xu Xiangyang now earns at least fifty yuan a month including benefits.
But after changing jobs, he only earns twenty-eight yuan a month. It's not a lucrative job; although it's a formal position, he won't earn the same as before.
"Okay, think about it. I'll come back to see you in a couple of days." He nodded in agreement.
The two chatted for a few minutes before they heard a loud knocking on the door.
Xu Xiangyang glanced at his watch. Xu Guangtian had returned by now. Who was knocking on the door?
"I'll go open the door." He got up and went out, followed by Cao Yajun.
Cao Yajun said, "I'm going back anyway, I have some things to take care of."
Xu Xiangyang had originally intended to invite him to stay for a meal, but upon hearing this, he said nothing.
They're doing something for their superiors, how can you bother them like that? Forcing them to stay for dinner is just being inconsiderate.
He opened the door and saw Gu Chaoyun. A hint of surprise flashed in the eyes of all three of them.
"Why are you here?" Xu Xiangyang asked, looking at him with a puzzled expression.
Didn't I make things very clear during the day? Why is this person here again?
After her initial surprise, Cao Yajun glanced at Xu Xiangyang, a hint of doubt and wariness flashing in her eyes.
Gu Chaoyun, however, was not in the mood for that; his priority was finding his sister.
"Comrade Xu, have you seen Gu Panyun? She left home just now and we can't find her anymore," he asked anxiously.
Xu Xiangyang frowned and shook his head. "No, didn't she leave with you?"
He ran into Cao Yajun as soon as he got home; where else could he run into anyone else?
"Okay, I understand." Gu Chaoyun didn't say anything more, glanced at Cao Yajun beside her, and then turned and left.
Xu Xiangyang looked completely bewildered, but still said to Cao Yajun, "Secretary Cao, I won't keep you for dinner today since you have something to do. Maybe next time."
Cao Yajun nodded, took two steps, then stopped and turned to ask, "Comrade Xu, how did you meet Gu Chaoyun?"
Xu Xiangyang thought from his words that the two knew each other? Then why didn't he see them greet each other earlier?
"It's like this..." He briefly explained his relationship with Gu Panyun, and then mentioned that Gu Chaoyun had contacted him today.
After hearing this, Cao Yajun felt it was somewhat unbelievable, yet it also seemed like it was true.
He thought for a moment and said, "Comrade Xu, since the person is gone because of you, you should go and help look for them. Don't make Mayor Gu anxious during the New Year, or he might take his anger out on you."
"What mayor?" Xu Xiangyang was completely bewildered.
Is Gu Panyun's father the mayor?
Holy crap?
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