The teahouse Cheng Xiang chose wasn't very far from here.

The group headed there on foot.

Song Guanchao took a glance; most of these people were older than him, but only by a few years.

Among them, besides Jiang Yiren, there were two other women.

One had an ordinary appearance and build, while the other could definitely be considered a beauty among average people.

But when compared with Jiang Yiren, she was somewhat lacking.

However, this woman had a unique aura; when she wasn't speaking, she naturally exuded a sense of aloofness, making her seem hard to approach.

As they walked and chatted, Song Guanchao learned the woman's name—Chen Yirou.

She was the Director of the Investment Promotion Office under the Jiangzhou City Investment Promotion Bureau of the Provincial Investment Promotion Committee. Her organizational ties were at the provincial level, while her office was located at the city's investment promotion bureau.

The rank of this office director was not low—deputy division level.

It seemed that, like him, Chen Yirou was assigned for training based on real talent and learning.

It was likely that once her training ended, she would be promoted and heavily used.

Besides her, there was the initiator of tonight's tea gathering, Cheng Xiang.

He was the executive deputy district chief of Changyun City, also a deputy division level.

These two were only 27 years old, very young, with a bright future ahead.

As for the others, most were like Jiang Yiren, having connections and background, favored by leaders, thus obtaining a ticket to this Youth Class training.

Along the way, these people practically surrounded the three of them.

Initially, they were more restrained. After all, they weren't familiar, so their words were more artful and gentle. While complimentary, they didn't make people feel awkward.

But after a few words, the flattery became so much that Song Guanchao felt like he was going to vomit.

The key was that he couldn't say anything; you can't scold someone with a smiling face, and when people compliment you, you can't exactly respond with a cold demeanor.

Upon reaching the teahouse, Song Guanchao deliberately chose a seat far from the tea table, hoping for some peace.

But these people were seasoned officials; they wouldn't let him off.

With a few words, they shifted the topic to him, specifically prompting him to share his insights, to showcase himself.

Some leaders might like to show off in a crowd, but Song Guanchao wasn't interested, finishing in just a few sentences each time.

Over time, others noticed and stopped bothering him.

After all, even with flattery, you have to make the person feel good.

If the flattery makes someone sick, it would achieve the opposite effect.

At this point, a man's phone rang.

He moved to the window to take the call, and after finishing, he said, "I have a friend coming over later, I'll introduce everyone."

Upon hearing this, someone immediately said, "Wang Chu's friend must have an unusual background."

They became somewhat expectant.

This Wang Chu was himself a director; his friend must at least be division level.

Moreover, his friend coming over so late, what does that imply?

It implies that his friend is a local in the Provincial City!

A local public servant of at least division level is much higher in status than these officials from other cities.

This training program is essentially a small circle.

Getting a ticket to the training program grants you entry into this circle.

But it's only a qualification.

Whether you can establish beneficial relationships mainly depends on your personal social skills.

If you're lacking in ability, even attending the Youth Class won't help you make friends.

For instance, Cheng Xiang is quite good at socializing.

No matter if he can use these people in the future, he believes it's better to know them first.

More friends mean more pathways, and who knows, there might be chances to exchange resources and support each other in the future.

Song Guanchao had no such intentions, even though he knew this was the right way to approach the training program.

But he just couldn't muster the interest.

During this time, everyone exchanged numbers and added each other on WeChat.

Cheng Xiang even created a group and added everyone to it.

About twenty minutes later, there was a knock on the door outside.

Wang Chu, who had just answered the call, immediately went to open the door and called in a young man into the tea room: "Director Yan, come, let me introduce you to some friends."

As soon as the two entered, Song Guanchao squinted his eyes.

What a small world!

He didn't expect that Wang Chu's friend was actually Yan Han, who had bothered Liang Jiajia last night!

"Let me introduce you all."

Wang Chu walked over, patting Yan Han's shoulder, and introduced, "Deputy Director of the Ningxian District branch of the Jiangzhou Public Security Bureau, Yan Han!"

Wow!

Everyone was taken aback.

They guessed that Wang Chu's friend wouldn't be of low rank, but they didn't expect him to be a deputy director of a local bureau!

This is a deputy director in the Provincial City, not comparable to those in the Prefecture-level Cities.

"Director Yan is only 28 years old this year."

When Wang Chu said this, he specifically glanced at Jiang Yiren and Chen Yirou.

Everyone was shocked again.

Only 28 years old?

Such a young deputy director is rare!

"Director Yan is truly accomplished at a young age."

"Come, Director Yan, have a seat, don't just stand there."

"Hello, Director Yan, I am…"

The crowd eagerly greeted him, full of enthusiasm, and they didn't need Wang Chu to introduce them; they started introducing themselves.

Yan Han modestly smiled, "You are all a few years older than me, just call me Xiao Yan, please don't stand on ceremony."

"Director Yan, you are so young, yet there's no arrogance at all, it's very rare."

"If I were as young as Director Yan holding this position, I'd probably float off to the Pacific."

Several people flattered him, praising his calm and low-key demeanor.

Yan Han smiled, very pleased with the compliments.

His gaze slowly swept over everyone, and when he saw Chen Yirou, his eyes lit up.

He truly didn't expect that there would be such a high-quality beauty in this training class.

He retracted his gaze and continued scanning.

Suddenly, he was taken aback again, his gaze fixed on Jiang Yiren.

Beautiful, so beautiful!

How could there be such a stunning woman in the training class?

Yan Han tried hard to pull his gaze away, but his brief change of expression was noticed by quite a few.

No one thought there was anything wrong with Yan Han's reaction.

After all, Jiang Yiren was exceptionally attractive.

The first time they saw her, they were no better off than Yan Han.

Wang Chu noticed his interest in Jiang Yiren, and his eyes twinkled as he lent a helping hand, "Director Yan, why didn't you apply for this training class?"

Yan Han modestly replied, "Those who can attend the Youth Class are exceptional, I'm still a bit lacking."

Wang Chu responded, "Director Yan, you're being too modest. Others might not know, but how could I not? If you wanted to join, it would only take a word from your aunt. I think you just find it troublesome."

Yan Han gave him an appreciative glance; this Wang Chu praised him just right.

Sure enough, as soon as he finished, someone curiously asked, "Who is Director Yan's aunt?"

Yan Han quickly waved his hand, "Just an ordinary person."

Wang Chu took a sip of tea and said in a light, casual tone, "Director Zhang from the Provincial Development and Reform Commission."

Wow!

Hearing this identity, everyone was astonished.

Even Jiang Yiren couldn't help but glance at him.

Sitting at the edge of the table, Song Guanchao nodded silently.

As expected, this guy's backing was Zhang Jie.

He sipped his tea, watching with interest as the two collaborated in performance.

Wang Chu seemed to flatter Yan Han subtly but was quite overtly obvious.

As for the purpose... well, it was merely to show off in front of Jiang Yiren.

This clumsy trick was obvious to anyone present except the blind.

But no one bothered to expose it.

After all, everyone still hoped to build a good relationship and might need his help in the future.

Ever since Yan Han arrived, the entire focus of the tea room had been on them; all the topics revolved around Yan Han.

Yan Han thoroughly enjoyed being the center of attention.

He casually glanced over the others and suddenly saw a familiar figure.

Song Guanchao?

Yan Han's smile instantly froze.

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