In the afternoon, Director Zhu did nothing but take Su Yu to get acquainted with the place.
Her work with the Women's Federation wasn't that complicated. Anyway, whether it was County Chief Song or Secretary Lin, they were all leaders. She didn't offend anyone.
When the invited guests heard that it was County Magistrate Song's girlfriend who was hosting the dinner, they were a little hesitant. But when they heard that Su Yu would invite some female colleagues to join in the fun and that County Magistrate Song wouldn't be eating at home, they relaxed.
"I didn't mean anything by it. This is my first time here. We're all neighbors, so we should get to know each other better in the future," Su Yu said with a smile. "I've prepared some spices to cook a hot pot. It's the dead of winter, so let's enjoy some hot pot."
"hot pot?"
Hearing that it was hot pot, even those who were hesitant couldn't resist the temptation of the delicious food. Who wouldn't want a bite of hot meat on such a cold day?
"Okay, I'll keep it safe then."
Su Yu said half-jokingly, "You absolutely have to come, otherwise I'll cook too much food and we won't be able to finish it, and I'll get angry."
Song Dongzheng returned in the afternoon and hurriedly prepared to take his partner out for dinner. But as soon as he entered the house, he smelled the delicious aroma and immediately swallowed hard. "Eating at home tonight?"
He watched longingly.
Su Yu shoved the lunchbox into his hand, "Go eat in the office. I heated up some buns for you, and made you some meat and vegetables for hot pot."
"Why?" Song Dongzheng asked, puzzled.
Su Yu then explained that she was going to treat people to a meal. "We're here, we can't just not interact with them, we should treat them to the first meal."
Song Dongzheng knew Su Yu was trying to help him; there were some things he couldn't do himself. "Alright, how long are you guys eating? When can I be back?"
"You can come back whenever you see when the lights in my room go out."
“…Alright then.” Song Dongzheng lowered his head and kissed her on the cheek before running out, still feeling a bit unsatisfied.
While enjoying a steaming hot pot at home, I was kicked out of my house.
Song Dongzheng sighed and prepared to go to Luo Wei's office for lunch.
No sooner had Song Dongzheng left than Director Zhu arrived. She had come after seeing County Chief Song leave.
Before even stepping inside, I could smell the delicious aroma emanating from County Magistrate Song's house. I couldn't help but swallow hard.
Oh my, she's never tasted anything so delicious in her life.
Soon, the wives of the other invited guests also arrived. They had already smelled the odor in their homes that afternoon. Knowing it was coming from the Song family, they couldn't contain themselves any longer. Even though their husbands were unhappy, they still came, arguing their case.
After all, they had already agreed to go, and suddenly backing out would be a slap in the face. They couldn't do that. Their husbands had no objections either. Although County Chief Song wasn't on their side, he was still their superior. They couldn't afford to offend him too much.
Soon, the Song family's square table was filled with the families of the cadres. Su Yu cooked a pot of food on the coal stove, then placed it on the table and invited everyone to eat. After watching everyone eat, she continued to cook another pot, and then ate with everyone.
"I just arrived and haven't prepared anything yet. I'll treat everyone to a meal in a few days."
Everyone was eating heartily, their mouths full of red oil, and when they heard Su Yu's words, they all waved happily.
"That won't do, how can we keep eating at your place?"
Su Yu smiled and said, "It's nothing, we're all neighbors. Besides, my comrade Dongzheng just arrived, and it's all thanks to your comrades for their help. I have to thank them."
Upon hearing Su Yu's words, everyone's expressions became somewhat subtle. They didn't know about other things, but they really hadn't offered any help to County Chief Song.
However, it seems that this young woman was unaware of these intricacies, and since everyone was unprepared, they just laughed it off.
Su Yu went to the neighboring Erguo again.
"Eat, eat, don't be shy. I like lively atmospheres and harmony. I hope that neighbors can live in harmony."
“That’s right,” Director Zhu said with a smile. “We women should cultivate good relationships.”
Su Yu smiled and took a bite of cabbage. "I reckon Comrade Dongzheng will be staying here for a long time. I'm prepared for a long period of traveling between the two places. I estimate it will be at least eight or ten years. We'll have plenty of opportunities to spend time together in the future."
Upon hearing "ten or eight years," the people at the table were taken aback. Director Zhu also looked at Su Yu, "Su, is County Chief Song going to stay here for ten or eight years?"
"That won't do. After all, he's young. Maybe the higher-ups want him to gain more experience here. He needs to build up his seniority, right?"
Ten or eight years... Secretary Lin should retire by now, or leave this place, right?
Anyway, he definitely can't outlast County Magistrate Song.
Some quick-witted people immediately realized a crucial point—good heavens, this was terrifying. No matter how hard their men tried, they could never outcompete County Chief Song. After all, once Secretary Lin left, their men would still be working under County Chief Song.
This is really...
The food we eat has lost some of its flavor.
Throughout the meal, Su Yu didn't utter a single word of flattery. The conversation revolved around neighborhood relations and such. She pretended to know nothing about politics.
When everyone was leaving, she happily saw them off.
The curtains in Secretary Lin's house were drawn back, and seeing everyone bustling about in the corridor as they went home, Secretary Lin's wife was furious.
When Su Yu entered the house, she glanced in the direction of Secretary Lin's house, then smiled, opened the door, went inside, closed the door, and turned off the light.
She wasn't trying to win anyone over by hosting this dinner, nor did she expect anyone to willingly gravitate towards her over a single meal. However, even the smallest crack can lead to disaster, and if there's even the slightest flaw, Secretary Lin's group will naturally run into trouble. The more lively things become on Secretary Lin's side, the easier it will be for Comrade Dongzheng to cause trouble.
This chapter is not finished yet. Please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content!
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com