"Oh, about last night's incident, Director Huang, I really must thank you. If it weren't for your timely appearance, who knows what could have happened. I came by today specifically to express my gratitude."

Chen Fang said respectfully.

Honestly.

When Huang Ken received the call last night, his first reaction was that something was off.

No matter how bold Yu Maoshan was, he wouldn't dare do anything to the Deputy Mayor or the Secretary-General of the Municipal Government.

Calling him over like that.

There's only one possibility—Chen Fang wanted to use this incident to incite conflict between Peng Guoliang's faction and Zhou Nongxin's faction.

Precisely because of this.

Huang Ken didn't go all out against Yu Maoshan at the time; he was afraid of falling into Chen Fang's trap.

He never expected that Chen Fang would come early in the morning with "something" and specially express his thanks, which was somewhat surprising.

"Mayor Chen, the way you put it makes me a bit embarrassed. As the Director of the Public Security Bureau, if I didn't manage my subordinates well and let you suffer grievances, yet you're here thanking me, it makes me feel anxious."

"Director Huang, it's not about blaming you. Every system has its parasites. If it's all the leader's fault, then there's no need for us to be leaders. Regardless, I still want to thank you."

After finishing this sentence.

Chen Fang lifted up a box.

Said, "I don't know what Director Huang likes, so I casually prepared something. A few years ago, I went to the antiques market, saw this bottle was nice, and bought it. Today, I'm bringing it for Director Huang to have a look. If you like it, keep it. If not, just treat it as junk and toss it; it's no loss."

After speaking.

Chen Fang opened the box.

Appearing before them was a porcelain vase.

This porcelain vase was quite beautiful.

Huang Ken glanced at it, and his eyes lit up.

"Mayor Chen, this vase isn't cheap, right?"

"Vases like these, it's all about affinity. The price is quite low. I heard it from the craftsman selling the vase that this vase came from a temple and was blessed by a master. If placed in an office, it's invincible against gods and Buddhas, and one's future is assuredly smooth."

Chen Fang said this.

Because he knew very well that Huang Ken's Achilles' heel was superstition.

He got the firsthand information from Guan Qingyao.

Although Huang Ken had always worked in public security.

He was quite obsessed with mystical matters.

On the first and fifteenth of every month, he would go to the temple to burn incense.

It's also rumored that he has a god statue hidden in his office for daily incense offerings, but people generally don't know where it is.

To deal with someone like him, you have to bring some mystical elements.

"Oh? Blessed?"

Upon hearing this.

Huang Ken's interest was immediately piqued.

He didn't dare to touch it.

Chen Fang nodded and said, "Back then, this vase was worshipped in the temple, later taken home by a devotee. In five short years, this devotee rose from deputy division level to division chief level. Unfortunately, his son wasted it away and sold the vase, which gave me the chance to acquire it."

These words were made up by Chen Fang.

But upon hearing them.

Huang Ken immediately connected it to Chen Fang's situation.

Chen Fang was just over thirty and already a Deputy Mayor, isn't that the best proof?

Ecstatically he asked, "Mayor Chen, are you really willing to part with it?"

Chen Fang laughed heartily.

Said, "Director Huang, if you hadn't come yesterday, who knows what those bastards would have done to me. I'm truly grateful. Giving other things might seem disrespectful, so I brought this instead."

"Great stuff, great stuff..."

Huang Ken looked at the vase, almost drooling.

Sensing this.

Chen Fang immediately opened another box.

Inside was a bracelet.

Don't underestimate this bracelet; you could tell it's been around for a while and has been polished until gleaming.

Huang Ken didn't know that the bracelet's material was small leaf red sandalwood.

The price of the bracelet alone was about a hundred thousand yuan.

"This bracelet was found inside the vase. The two items are meant to be used together. Since you like it, Director Huang, take them both."

After speaking.

Chen Fang directly looped the bracelet around Huang Ken's wrist.

"Ah, Mayor Chen, how can I accept this? It's so valuable..."

Though saying so.

Hearing that the bracelet was used in incense offerings, Huang Ken was reluctant to let it go.

Chen Fang held Huang Ken's hand.

Said, "A hero is matched with a fine sword; this thing is in Director Huang's hands, making it even more precious. Director Huang knows that I'll be in charge of the old district redevelopment project next. If I encounter any tricky situation, I'll need your help, Director Huang."

If the previous gift-giving made Huang Ken feel awkward.

Upon hearing this.

He completely understood.

In his view, Chen Fang's intentions were straightforward.

That is to provide more support for the old district redevelopment work.

After yesterday's secretary meeting.

Zhou Nongxin gathered the core members of his faction to explain why he recommended Chen Fang for this project.

Huang Ken was present at the time.

Zhou Nongxin knew that Chen Fang wouldn't tolerate any misconduct.

The old district redevelopment project was contracted to Fan Chongfa, and as long as Chen Fang got deeply involved, he would discover Peng Guoliang's financial schemes through Fan Chongfa.

Hence.

Chen Fang would definitely cause trouble.

When the time comes, falling out with Peng Guoliang would be expected.

This was Zhou Nongxin's plan to kill with a borrowed knife.

He demanded that his faction not interfere with Chen Fang's work and to give him the utmost support.

Let Peng Guoliang and Chen Fang clash.

Watching from the sidelines.

Wouldn't that be delightful?

So, when Chen Fang mentioned this, Huang Ken almost laughed out loud.

Chen Fang asking for his help was precisely what he was supposed to do anyway. This favor was too comfortably earned.

"Mayor Chen, rest assured, as long as Huang can be of use in the old district redevelopment project, just speak up, and I'll definitely offer my full support."

Huang Ken said suppressing his excitement.

"Good, good, with Director Huang's words, I'm relieved. Okay then, Director Huang, take your time enjoying; I have some other things to attend to, so I'll take my leave."

"Mayor Chen, stay for lunch together?"

Huang Ken invited.

Chen Fang repeatedly declined.

As he reached the door, Chen Fang suddenly whispered, "Director Huang, these two items, you mustn't tell anyone I gave them to you. If someone asks, just say you found them yourself. You know we're all within the system, the fewer people know about these superstitious items, the better."

"Don't worry about this; I guarantee I won't say a word."

Huang Ken patted his chest and replied.

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