"When is Secretary Tang's flight?" Lin Chuan asked.

"It's this morning. She should already be at the airport by now," Xiao Xue glanced at her watch and said, "The flight's at 10:30, and it's taking off in half an hour."

Lin Chuan was startled and broke into a run.

..............

Inside the airport.

"Yifan, thank you for bringing me here." Tang Yumeng looked somewhat haggard, clearly having not slept well last night.

"It's okay." Bai Yifan said with a smile, "You go to the United States first, and I'll join you in a couple of days."

"No need." Tang Yumeng shook her head, "This time we're going to the United States for work, not for a vacation. There's no need for you to do this for me."

"No, I am also going to the United States for research." Bai Yifan held Tang Yumeng's face and said, "Xiao Yu, I know you still don't accept me, but I believe that sincerity can move even metal and stone. My love for you will not change. It has never changed."

Tang Yumeng bit her lip. Bai Yifan had been the one with her while she was at her most vulnerable. Last night, Tang Yumeng had sat in the Extraordinary Bar until four in the morning. Bai Yifan had let all the staff go home and stayed with her by himself until four in the morning. How many men would do such a thing? And how many would do it willingly?

"Thank you." Tang Yumeng lowered her head.

At that instant, Tang Yumeng was almost moved by Bai Yifan. Because Bai Yifan's love was somewhat burdensome, it made it especially difficult for Tang Yumeng to accept. She had always regarded Bai Yifan as one of her best friends.

"You're welcome." Bai Yifan said with a smile: "After all, we are friends, aren't we? Of course, I also hope to be promoted soon. I hope to become your boyfriend, to be with you all the time, accompany you, protect you!"

"I..." Tang Yumeng was a bit flustered.

"Ding Dong..." At this moment, the airport announcement began: "Dear passengers, the flight to Texas in the United States is about to take off. Please proceed to the international terminal gate 106 with your boarding pass for boarding immediately."

"I have to go..." Tang Yumeng looked up and said with a smile.

"Yeah, let me take you there." Bai Yifan said with a smile.

"No need. Vice Secretary Song and the others have already boarded the plane, I must hurry." Tang Yumeng smiled.

"Alright." Bai Yifan nodded.

Tang Yumeng, pushing her suitcase with spinner wheels, slowly entered the airport through the VIP channel and was the first to board the plane. Bai Yifan watched Tang Yumeng's figure, his lips couldn't help but curl up slightly. As things were progressing, Tang Yumeng would sooner or later be his woman. After this incident, Lin Chuan would never be able to compete with him again.

Thinking of this, Bai Yifan laughed smugly.

Soon, the airplane entered the runway in preparation for takeoff and then ascended into the sky.

Just as Bai Yifan was about to leave, he saw a pair of angry eyes staring at him.

"Lin Chuan?" Bai Yifan said with a smile, "You are too late."

"Is this all your doing?" Lin Chuan glared at Bai Yifan, "This is all your scheme, isn't it?"

"I don't know what you're talking about." Bai Yifan shrugged his shoulders and said, "Lin Chuan, you're the one who didn't cherish her. You can't blame me. Tang Yumeng has agreed to become my girlfriend."

"Impossible!" Lin Chuan sneered, "You won't succeed."

"Lin Chuan, a wise man submits to circumstances," Bai Yifan said with a smile, "I am determined to have Tang Yumeng. Although she likes you, I still want to tell you that if you're willing to give up, I can offer you a handsome reward."

"You think I'd care for that?" Lin Chuan said disdainfully.

"Of course, I know you wouldn't care for that." Bai Yifan nodded, "Because you also have a small successful career now. But what if I trade the Extraordinary Bar for it?"

"Not interested!" Lin Chuan still refused without hesitation.

"Perhaps you don't understand the value of the Extraordinary Bar." Bai Yifan laughed, "What the world lacks the most isn't money. It's connections and opportunities. As long as you have the Extraordinary Bar, you have it all."

"Bai Yifan, you're just a small man gloating in success," Lin Chuan snorted coldly. "Sooner or later, I will make Tang Yumeng see your true colors."

"Yes, in love, I've been somewhat unscrupulous, a small man reveling in victory," Bai Yifan laughed. "That's because it's true love. However, you won't live to see that day. Tang Yumeng will never forgive you, nor will she ever return to the past with you."

The two men faced off against each other, meeting on a narrow path.

However, Lin Chuan did not resort to violence. He understood that to defeat his rival, one must not triumph physically but must completely overcome them in will and spirit. Lin Chuan gave him a glance and said, "Fine, we'll see about that."

After speaking, Lin Chuan turned and left.

Bai Yifan watched Lin Chuan's departing figure, his eyes narrowed, the smile on his face disappearing.

In fact, Bai Yifan had been hoping that Lin Chuan would initiate a fight, but Lin Chuan did not. This disappointed him. If Lin Chuan had resorted to violence, not only would Bai Yifan gain the initiative in the whole affair, but he would also spot Lin Chuan's character flaw conclusively. Lin Chuan had always struck Bai Yifan as crude, vulgar, and violent. Yet, this time, even in such a fit of rage, Lin Chuan didn't raise a hand, which clearly indicated that Lin Chuan wasn't as crude or violent as he appeared on the surface.

This made Bai Yifan even more perplexed by Lin Chuan.

"We'll see about that," Bai Yifan sneered coldly.

After boarding the plane, Tang Yumeng couldn't fall asleep, even though she hardly slept the night before, but her inner turmoil made it impossible for her to settle down. This trip to the United States, to save expenses, the entire team shared two secretaries and one assistant, with more than ten people traveling.

"Secretary Tang, you seem restless?" Deputy Secretary Song asked with a smile.

"Not at all," Tang Yumeng smiled and then said, "I've just been thinking about how to improve the economy of Jiangbei City."

"Is that so?" Deputy Secretary Song was taken aback, then laughed and said, "With a good official like Secretary Tang in Jiangbei City, it's truly a blessing for us. You are always considering the people and constantly thinking about the economy of Jiangbei City. However, you should still take care of your health and not overexert yourself. Improving the economy is important, but what's more vital is to maintain your health, so you can fight this revolutionary battle."

"Yes!" Tang Yumeng nodded and replied, "Thank you for your concern, Deputy Secretary Song."

"You're welcome," Deputy Secretary Song shook his head.

Actually, Tang Yumeng wasn't initially part of this trip to the United States. It was only because of the incident that occurred last night that she decided to join Song Ming and the others on their American expedition, to avoid Lin Chuan and give herself some time to cool off.

Tang Yumeng took a deep breath, closed her eyes, and then began trying to sleep. Despite being in first class, she felt her space was incredibly cramped. She tried to lie down as best as she could and put on an eye mask, hoping to get some rest.

Song Ming beside her squinted his eyes, a complicated look in them. They say eyes are the windows to the soul; they can reveal the deepest thoughts of the heart.

Song Ming stole a glance at Tang Yumeng next to him, then got up and walked toward the economy class at the back.

"Secretary Song, what should we do?" In the economy class, Xiao Li behind looked embarrassed.

"It's alright, continue with the plan," Song Ming glanced at Xiao Li and said, "Once we're in the United States, try your best to keep Tang Yumeng occupied, and leave the rest to me."

"Okay." Assistant Xiao Li quickly nodded.

This inspection trip to Texas was ostensibly for research, but in reality, Song Ming had other motives.

However, Song Ming had no idea that Tang Yumeng would unexpectedly disrupt the situation that was already under his control by deciding at the last minute to participate in this American expedition.

Initially, Song Ming thought Tang Yumeng had discovered the true purpose of his trip to the United States, and he panicked. If this matter was exposed, he would undoubtedly be ridiculed. Therefore, Song Ming was very careful and thought it over for a long time. Eventually, he concluded that Tang Yumeng probably didn't know anything. If she did, given her temperament, she would likely mock him mercilessly.

Song Ming returned to first class, and Tang Yumeng was sound asleep.

Song Ming exhaled a sigh of relief. Suddenly, he felt much lighter inside.

............

Lin Chuan exited the airport, his mood seeming even heavier.

Now, facing crises in his love life and equally dangerous ambushes in the business world. Bai Yifan was lying in wait, seemingly ready to snatch Tang Yumeng away at any moment; the Northeast Tiger and Feng Taibao, each cunning as foxes, could devour him in minutes, not even leaving the bones.

Just then, a Beetle car slowly drove up.

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