Chapter 142 Encounter

Chapter 142 Encounter

The three of them began a heated discussion.

Whenever they talk about their profession, Tao Shouxin and Tao Nanfeng exude a strong sense of confidence. Fan Zhicheng was infected and gradually became bolder.

"The area of ​​the stadium is not very large. If the rebuilt stadium is required to accommodate 4,500 spectators, I am afraid that the area within the red line of the road will have to be filled as much as possible, and the green space will be lost."

"Today's sports stadiums are very close to the people, and open-air stadiums and ice rinks are very popular. In particular, the open green space is loved by the people and is also very good for purifying the city's air."

"The district government probably wants to build a gymnasium that integrates performances, conferences and sports. This is a good idea that focuses on the future. Ordinary people don't think about this level."

The three people discussed this point and thought in silence.

——How to integrate the district government’s planning needs for economic development and the people’s daily needs?

A few minutes later, the three people's eyes lit up and they shouted at the same time: "Apart!"

By taking an elevated approach, the ground floor space is freed up for citizens to relax, entertain and enjoy the beautiful nature. The upper floor is used as a venue for performances and meetings to meet the needs of urban development.

Fan Zhicheng got an inspiration, took out his sketchpad, took out a pencil and started drawing.

Tao Nanfeng and Tao Shouxin were both professional artists. They took out drawing paper from their suitcases, lay on the coffee table and started drawing.

Everyone has their own ideas and thoughts, so it’s a good idea to draw a rough draft first and then discuss it.

In the busyness, the three of them forgot about time until they heard rhythmic knocks on the door and everyone looked up.

Tao Shouxin looked at his watch: "Ah, it's five o'clock."

Tao Nanfeng was concentrating on his work. When his train of thought was disrupted, his eyes looked a little blank: "Who is it?"

Fan Zhicheng put down his sketchbook, walked over and opened the door, took a look at Zhu Hongxing standing in front of him, turned around and called out, "Teacher, Tao Nanfeng, it's Engineer Zhu."

Zhu Hongxing walked in and saw that everyone had a blueprint and a pencil in their hands. He couldn't help but laugh: "Professor Tao, you are really dedicated. You started working as soon as you arrived in Kyoto."

Tao Shouxin politely asked him to sit down, and Fan Zhicheng poured him a cup of tea.

Zhu Hongxing took the tea and looked at Fan Zhicheng again. He felt that this young man who seemed a little cold and rude before seemed to have suddenly become smart and more humane.

After a few pleasantries, Zhu Hongxing asked, "Have you finished reading the bid? Do you have any questions?"

Tao Shouxin nodded: "I've read it. The time is tight, the requirements are many, and there is little room for improvement. This project is very difficult."

Zhu Hongxing looked a little solemn, and looked at Tao Shouxin: "Professor Tao means..."

Tao Shouxin said: "Although it is difficult, we still want to try."

Zhu Hongxing breathed a sigh of relief: "This time we invited nine design companies in Kyoto. Originally, everyone agreed to participate, but after receiving the bid documents, four of them withdrew. Currently, there are only six companies, including Nanfeng Company, that have responded to the bid. The deadline for submitting the bid documents is August 23rd. I don't know how many companies will be able to participate in the report by then."

Tao Shouxin and Tao Nanfeng looked at each other, and everything was said without words.

Zhu Hongxing took two sips of tea, looked at the time, stood up and said, "Come on, I'll treat the three of you to authentic Kyoto cuisine at the West City Hotel tonight to welcome you."

Zhu Hongxing has worked in Kyoto for many years and all the dishes he orders are suitable for summer.

Steamed donkey meat, chestnut ginta meat, shredded tripe with coriander, stir-fried kidney, stir-fried mixed vegetables... Kyoto cuisine is mostly court cuisine, with great color, aroma and taste. Even a simple stir-fried mixed vegetable is made of leeks, shredded pork, vermicelli, bean sprouts, and shredded eggs, which are yellow, green and red in color and look very beautiful. It is refreshing and delicious when served with the thin spring roll wrapper.

Tao Nanfeng and Tao Shouxin can't cook, so they are not picky about food. They eat whatever is available and enjoy their meals in the cafeteria. This time, I was very hungry after a busy day. After rolling a few spring rolls, I ate two large bowls of rice before I put down my chopsticks.

Fan Zhicheng has a picky taste and doesn't eat coriander or onions. He frowned and picked out a few strips of tripe from the stir-fried tripe with coriander. However, I ate a few more bites of the steamed donkey meat and chestnut jinta meat.

After the meal, each person had a bowl of eight-treasure tea. Wolfberry, longan, raisins, walnut kernels, sesame seeds, red dates and rock sugar were added to the tea leaves and brewed with boiling water. The rock sugar slowly dissolved and the tea became fragrant, sweet and delicious.

The four people were talking and chatting when they suddenly heard a quarrel coming from the private room.

"We reserved this place, why are you occupying it?"

"It's first come, first served. Who would know about advance reservations? We've already ordered our food and started eating, and you want us to move?"

"I'm not bragging, but you can't afford to offend the distinguished guests I invited today. Before they arrive, please move your feet and sit outside."

"Oh, are you trying to scare us? Why don't you just go and leave the banquet? There are plenty of seats there."

Xicheng Hotel is an old restaurant that serves authentic Kyoto cuisine, and many customers come from far away to eat there. The hotel has six private rooms, which are decorated magnificently. Old diners who are familiar with the place will make reservations in advance.

Tao Shouxin reminded: "Don't look at anything inappropriate."

Tao Nanfeng pursed her lips and smiled, not paying any more attention.

But the next person who came out from the private room, bowing and nodding behind a group of people, made Fan Zhicheng shiver.

Tao Nanfeng looked up alertly and saw a middle-aged man in a plaid shirt. Her eyes darkened. Ruan Xuezhen, why is he here?

Ruan Xuezhen brought a girl who was dressed fashionably and brightly, and seemed to be preparing to entertain guests in the private room. He had an argument with the diners inside, which was finally settled with money, and the people who were originally sitting in the private room were asked to move to the hall outside to eat.

When Zhu Hongxing saw Ruan Xuezhen, he wisely did not approach her to talk to her. Instead, he said to Tao Shouxin, "This is Professor Ruan from the Department of Architecture at Kyoto University. Do you recognize him?"

Tao Shouxin said coldly: "I met him when I was visiting the site at noon today. I heard that their school has established a design institute, and Professor Ruan is the director of the institute."

Zhu Hongxing introduced: "Yes, I told you last time that our Construction Engineering Bureau invited Kyoto University to participate in the bidding, and Professor Ruan agreed to participate. Kyoto University has a good reputation, and Professor Ruan has many connections, so he has received a lot of design tasks."

Tao Shouxin frowned slightly and said bluntly: "This person has a bad character. I had an argument with him at the scene. I think it's hard to be friends with him."

Zhu Hongxing felt as if he had met a soulmate. He gulped down his tea and said in a low voice, "I don't like this person either. His eyes are too lively and he's full of schemes. It's hard to deal with him. Today I saw that he wanted to treat the leader to a meal. Could it be that he wants to make some moves to climb up the ladder?"

Tao Shouxin snorted: "Who cares? It's his business if he wants to treat us. What does it have to do with us?"

Zhu Hongxing felt that Professor Tao was very tolerant, and said with a smile: "Yes, yes, that's exactly the point. Have you finished your tea? Why don't we go now? I'll accompany you to see the night view of the stadium."

Tao Nanfeng stood up: "Okay, it's a good time to move around."

When the four people walked to the door, Ruan Xuezhen suddenly ran over from behind with a beautiful girl. His movements were so big that he almost bumped into Tao Shouxin.

When Tao Nanfeng heard the sound of the wind, he reacted quickly and pulled his father behind him. He saw Ruan Xuezhen from the corner of his eye, stretched out his foot and gently pulled...

With a thud, Ruan Xuezhen tripped and fell. She got up from the ground in a mess. She looked up and saw Tao Nanfeng, and cursed: "It's you again, you female hooligan! You've been fighting and causing trouble all day long. Didn't you see anyone?"

The girl hurriedly supported Ruan Xuezhen and looked at Tao Nanfeng with squinted eyes. She had wavy hair, big earrings, thin lips painted with bright lipstick, and the amplitude of her movements seemed a bit ostentatious.

"Are you blind? Are you dumb? Don't you even know how to apologize for knocking our professor down?"

Tao Nanfeng found it a little funny. This was truly an enemy that he couldn't avoid.

She didn't want to cause trouble in public, so she took a step forward, blocking her father and Fan Zhicheng behind her, and calmly explained, "I was walking in front, and you guys were running from behind. You can't blame me if you can't stand firmly."

After being slapped on the back by Tao Nanfeng today, Ruan Xuezhen felt a tightness in his chest and hated her so much that his teeth itched.

When I saw her again today, I felt horrified. Thinking that we were outside anyway, with no colleagues or students around, and that there was no need to maintain the dignity of a teacher, she stood firmly on her feet and cursed, "You stretched out your foot to trip me, and you're still here making excuses. You don't have the virtues of a woman at all! Your father couldn't educate you well, so I'll help him educate you!"

After saying that, he squinted his eyes and yelled at the security guard standing at the door: "Did you see that? This female hooligan is looking for trouble. Hurry up and arrest her and send her to the police station."

Zhu Hongxing couldn't believe his eyes.

Ruan Xuezhen had many opportunities to deal with the Construction Engineering Bureau. When Zhu Hongxing met Ruan Xuezhen before, he was polite and talkative, which was very consistent with the identity of a university professor. I didn't expect to see Ruan Xuezhen standing at the door of the hotel today with a furious look on her face. She started calling Tao Nanfeng a female hooligan and looked like a complete gangster.

Is this person two-faced? It's so scary.

When the others heard the excitement, they all cast curious glances.

"See? This man is the one who fought with us for the private room. He was very arrogant at first and said that we couldn't afford to offend the guests he invited, and he insisted that we move. Are we afraid of him? After we slammed the table and cursed a few times, he became cowardly and took out a hundred yuan. For the sake of the money, we won't bother with him. Eh... it's time to leave the banquet, and we'll eat the same way!"

"He is just a bully. He probably thinks that the girl is from another place and is easy to bully."

"It was clearly him who was walking without looking where he was going and almost bumped into someone, but now he's turning the tables and blaming me. This is really embarrassing for us Kyoto people!"

Zhu Hongxing was so angry that his face turned red. He walked up to Ruan Xuezhen and said, "Professor Ruan, since you and Professor Tao know each other, why do you have to be so aggressive? Isn't it better for everyone to take a step back and go their own way?"

Ruan Xuezhen glanced at Tao Nanfeng and sneered, "Who knows them? I don't have the blessing to know such people!"

Although Tao Nanfeng is very strong, the dispute just happened in the hotel. If she dared to take action, Ruan Xuezhen would call the police immediately and accuse her of being a "female hooligan".

Tao Nanfeng felt itchy when he saw Ruan Xuezhen's smug look. He crossed his hands, turned his wrists, and a sharp light flashed in his eyes.

This person really has a short memory.

Tao Nanfeng was about to fight back, and Tao Shouxin was about to refute, but unexpectedly, Ruan Xuezhen glanced at him, straightened his clothes, and snorted coldly: "My distinguished guest is here, I don't want to argue with you!"

In a flash, the cold face turned into a smiling one and Ruan Xuezhen ran away in a hurry.

In the darkness of the night and under the lights, five people walked leisurely.

The leader was wearing a white shirt, green military pants, and black leather shoes. He was tall and slender, with handsome eyes and eyebrows, and a lively and arrogant look, making the four people around him look like his little followers.

Tao Nanfeng looked up and smiled, it turned out that this was the distinguished guest that Ruan Xuezhen was going to entertain today!

The author has something to say:

My dears, you can definitely guess who he is, hehe.

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