When she spoke, a playful gleam flashed in Tang Yumeng's eyes.

"No way!" Lin Chuan shook his head.

"Why?" Tang Yumeng asked curiously: "I've heard there are a lot of girls at Qinghua Pool, and many of them are top-notch beauties, truly city-toppling beauties."

"Even so, they don't compare to a peerless beauty like you, sister." Lin Chuan said with a smile.

"You're quite the smooth talker." Tang Yumeng huffed lightly and said, "Okay, you better go now. You've been here for so long, people might start suspecting something again. Weren't there already rumors last time? How long has it been since then?"

As soon as this was mentioned, Lin Chuan immediately thought of Bai Yifan.

"Sister, there's nothing going on between you and Bai Yifan, right?" Lin Chuan asked curiously.

"What do you mean 'nothing'?" Tang Yumeng replied, "Bai Yifan is a good friend of mine, and he's given me a lot of advice in my work, helping me in many things. If it weren't for him, I probably couldn't have gotten to where I am so smoothly. Of course, our relationship isn't what you think."

"Hehe..." Lin Chuan chuckled.

"Although Bai Yifan is my good friend, he still doesn't compare to the place you hold in my heart," Tang Yumeng said affectionately to Lin Chuan. "You have a man's spirit and certain qualities Bai Yifan doesn't possess, which I really admire. Plus, you've saved my life more than once."

"Really?" Lin Chuan had never heard such words of praise in his life. Even when he was bestowed a title at Buckingham Palace, Lin Chuan had never been as thrilled as he was today. Overcome with excitement, he hugged Tang Yumeng tightly and kissed her fervently.

"You little rascal, mind your image," Tang Yumeng glared at Lin Chuan and said, "Are you satisfied now?"

"Satisfied," Lin Chuan nodded eagerly.

"However, don't misunderstand certain things." Tang Yumeng huffed lightly and said, "Just because I said this doesn't mean I'm admitting you're my boyfriend. Although I'd like to admit it, I must consider the views of those around us, societal opinions, and political implications. Do you understand?"

Immersed in excitement, Lin Chuan felt extremely jubilant and happy.

"I understand, I appreciate your concerns, sister," Lin Chuan said with uncontainable excitement.

In the end, the guy, puffing on a cigarette, almost seemed to float out on clouds.

Watching Lin Chuan's back as he left, Tang Yumeng couldn't help but laugh. She had originally called him in to scold him severely, but surprisingly, he left cheerfully and with a big smile. Doesn't this make people suspect that she hadn't scolded him at all, but rather given him a great favor?

Tang Yumeng leaned back in her chair, recalling the recent scenes, especially the last one where Lin Chuan unintentionally touched the "Gates to Paradise." Tang Yumeng shivered all over. She suddenly felt a little too engrossed in those moments and couldn't pull herself out. It was terrifying how much she missed that feeling.

Tang Yumeng suddenly remembered the time Bai Yifan tried to kiss her. Back at Extraordinary Bar, where Bai Yifan first confessed his feelings holding a bouquet of roses with a three-carat diamond ring. He slowly approached her, handed her the flowers, and then wrapped his arms around her, aiming for a deep French kiss. Unfortunately, Tang Yumeng could never immerse herself in that moment. Just as Bai Yifan was about to kiss her...

"I'm sorry," Tang Yumeng said with her head down. "I can't accept you."

There were sighs from the crowd.

At the scene, many young girls cast envious and regretful glances, while many others sighed as well, because such a grand declaration of love, those deep affections, and such a handsome and wealthy man... by all rights, this should have been a fairy-tale-like romantic proposal. The handsome rich man and the beautiful like a Heavenly Immortal. They should definitely end up together.

However, the outcome was unexpected.

Tang Yumeng closed her eyes, and soon, she came back to reality. Tang Yumeng nearly forgot how Bai Yifan ended that moment, but till now, the two have become best friends. Of course, Bai Yifan never gave up on pursuing Tang Yumeng. He wouldn't give up, he never did.

Bai Yifan once said: "If I am not married and you are not married, then I have the right to pursue you!"

Tang Yumeng did not refuse, but merely smiled calmly.

......

Lin Chuan came downstairs with a smile on his face. Luo Guoqing had a gloomy expression. The atmosphere in the lounge was heavy. The Song family's brothers also came out of Secretary Song's office, but their heads were drooping, seemingly having been scolded severely, otherwise, they wouldn't have such expressions.

"What happened?" Lin Chuan asked as he sat down next to Luo Guoqing.

"Damn it, Minister Chen is bullying me," Luo Guoqing gritted his teeth, saying, "The bastard absolutely refuses to release my annual bonus. I can't stay in this godforsaken place anymore."

"Why not just leave if it's so unbearable," Lin Chuan patted Luo Guoqing on the shoulder and said, "I see you being suffocated here; you aren't good at sweet-talking or flattering people."

"What else can I do if not a driver?" Luo Guoqing said with a wry smile.

"I'll find you a place," Lin Chuan grinned, "I saw your driver's license is for a bus, why not drive an eight-wheel truck at my transportation market? It's down to earth. The salary will definitely be higher than this hellhole. But... it's definitely not as leisurely here, and it's a bit harder."

"I'm not afraid of hard work, as long as I can make money," Luo Guoqing waved his hand hastily, puzzled, he asked, "Lin Chuan, when did you get a transportation market?"

"That was a few months ago," Lin Chuan chuckled, "If you agree, come report after the New Year. As for this place, hehe, just quit."

"Deal!" Luo Guoqing, upon hearing this, cursed, "I've long wanted to quit here, couldn't stand this crappy treatment anymore."

Luo Guoqing stood up and went to Minister Chen's office.

This time, Luo Guoqing was not only furious but also resolved to leave, so he didn't even think to knock on the office door when he entered. He kicked open the office door. A shocking scene unfolded.

In the office, Minister Chen's secretary was squatting under Minister Chen.

"Ah!!" The female secretary screamed in fright, immediately crawling under the desk.

Minister Chen was also startled, his face pale as he hurriedly pulled up his pants, stammering as he looked at Luo Guoqing, cursing, "Luo Guoqing, you're insane, how dare you barge into my office and damage public property."

"Hehe, Minister Chen," Luo Guoqing smirked with a wicked smile, "I guess I accidentally ruined your good time, eh? Hehe, if this news gets out, it'll probably make the entire City Committee boil. Haha…"

"Don't, don't spread nonsense," Minister Chen hurriedly said, "Brother, let's talk this out."

"Okay, I won't say anything," Luo Guoqing slowly walked in and sat down at the desk. That female secretary looked pretty but was now trembling all over in fright, unable to speak. Luo Guoqing sneered, "I came to resign. Get my salary and bonus settled."

"Yes, yes!" Minister Chen nodded hastily, "I'll settle it for you right away, including the end-of-year bonus."

On hearing that Luo Guoqing was leaving, Minister Chen was overjoyed. If this guy left, then no one else would know about his fling with the secretary. Moreover, he wouldn't need to worry about Luo Guoqing blackmailing him with this leverage in the future. Besides, once Luo Guoqing left the office, who would believe what he said? He surely wouldn't admit it.

Minister Chen quickly settled Luo Guoqing's accounts.

The resignation letter was written on the spot, and the money was settled on the spot as well.

"Here's a total of eighty thousand yuan," Minister Chen smiled, "I'm giving you an extra ten thousand, consider it for your contributions over the years to the City Committee."

Luo Guoqing counted it, a total of eighty thousand; after confirming it was correct, he pocketed the money. With this eighty thousand yuan, he could at least cushion himself for a while, and perhaps even have a good New Year, right? Luo Guoqing pocketed the money and walked out. Seeing him leave, Minister Chen quickly gave the secretary a look. The secretary hurriedly crawled out from under the desk and ran out swiftly, frightened of being seen.

"Damn it." Minister Chen gnashed his teeth, probably gonna be left with a psychological trauma after this.

Luo Guoqing took the money and went to Vice Minister Li's office, also to give Vice Minister Li a heads up since he had been the one to hire him in the first place. Now that he couldn't stay any longer and was leaving, he had to tell him. Vice Minister Li was silent for a while, finally nodding, "Old Luo, you're actually a man of integrity, it's just that this place really isn't suitable for you."

Old Luo left, and the news spread, causing an uproar in the break room.

"Luo Guoqing left?"

"Is it true or not?"

"But thinking about it, it makes sense, he really couldn't stay here anymore."

In the break room, everyone was talking. Li Minghua's face was changing. Taking advantage of the absence of the Song brothers, he hurriedly found Lin Chuan and asked, "Lin Chuan, how come Old Luo just left like that?"

"His personality really couldn't stay here," Lin Chuan smiled, "So, don't make it tough for him."

"Ah!" Li Minghua sighed, "But how is he supposed to support his whole family? The whole family depends on his salary."

"People have a way of living," Lin Chuan glanced at Li Minghua.

"That's true," Li Minghua nodded, "There's only one week left before the New Year, he'll probably have to look for a job after the New Year."

In the break room, there was a collective sigh. Although being a driver is considered a lower-class job, it was at least a secure job. As long as you don't make big mistakes, you're basically not going to be fired. The salary here, benefits, and even comprehensive insurance are arguably the most comprehensive in Jiangbei City. There's absolutely no other place that can compare to here.

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