?Reading on mobile phone With numerous doubts, Qin Feng read through the materials carefully. E-book 80 (txt02.com) He wasn't afraid of Wu Dong himself, but rather of the powerful force behind him. As the saying goes, it's easier to dodge a visible spear than an unseen arrow. Now that Wu Dong has emerged publicly, any elaborate schemes he may have been concealing have become open, exposed to the sunlight. A Secretary-General who can elevate a person from obscurity to the top position of the city so swiftly demonstrates the immense strength of that hidden power. During this period, aside from matters concerning the group, Qin Feng was most concerned about the developments at Shengmen. Since the incidents involving the deaths of Bao Long and Bai Lang, Shengmen's people have seemingly vanished—so completely that one could say they've disappeared entirely. According to Hou Bao, although the Shengmen have always maintained a low profile in their operations, they are fiercely retaliative—so much so that even the passing of an obscure shangzhuan would provoke significant action. To have two of the Four Pillars of the organization's expenses contested must surely be a major issue. Could it be that Wu has an undisclosed connection with the Shengmen? Didn't I tell you before? These so-called business dinners are really just officials creating impressive achievements to boast about, assigning projects to various companies. They offer you numerous favorable terms, encouraging you to invest in industries they've already planned, thus enhancing their own image. At first, senior leaders show keen interest in your projects, always giving you the green light. Once they achieve the desired publicity effect and have successfully enhanced their image, however, they gradually stop caring—your substantial investments begin to vanish without a trace. Such incidents happen almost every day. Officials need outstanding performance records to advance in their careers, and in this era of rapid economic growth, attracting investments serves as the ideal stepping stone. Of course, businesspeople aren't fools—they only make symbolic contributions when they can't avoid it, simply to maintain good relations with the leadership. Since Mei Hui became chairman, the Qin Group has maintained a respectful yet distant attitude toward such events. Qin Feng smiled and said, "We don't have to spend money just because we attend. For instance, they emphasize investments in manufacturing, while we specialize in high-end, cutting-edge technologies. I'd love to invest, but how exactly should I go about it?" Upon hearing this explanation, Mei Hui said with a drawn-out tone, "Xiao Feng, aren't you going to meet some beautiful woman?" "No," Qin, the young son, didn't hesitate to clarify, "This time, it's to meet a handsome man." Thus, at 7:30 p.m., the two left home and headed toward the venue of the business gala. The elegant female chairman wore a black evening gown, featuring a deep V-neck at the front and several diamond-embellished ribbons crossing the back, revealing her graceful shoulders and most of her upper back. Her flowing skirt reached the ground, combining grace with a touch of allure. Qin Feng's attire was relatively simple—a white shirt with black stripes and navy-blue trousers, his shoes polished and gleaming. The only standout feature was the MacArthur leather belt worn around his waist. The elegant president, closely arm-in-arm with him, walked in together, both smiling warmly as they entered the hall. The government officials in charge were taken aback—Qin Group had been in the spotlight recently, especially with its landmark partnership with the world's leading automotive manufacturer, which had already become widely known throughout China. Qin Group's presence at the gala was a significant honor for the organizers. The official hosting the event was the head of the Municipal Office, who had first been struck by Mei Hui's beauty when Qin Wei brought her to a previous meeting two years ago, leaving a lasting impression. "Mei, welcome! This young talent—could you tell me a bit about him?" the head asked with a smile. Mei introduced, "This is Qin Feng, our newly appointed chairman of the group, and also my boyfriend." "Ah, it's Qin董—excuse me for not welcoming you earlier, excuse me for not welcoming you earlier!" The director greeted warmly and then praised, "What a perfect match! Truly made for each other. I'm certain that under the combined efforts of the two, Qin Group will achieve even greater success. Please come in." Qin Feng casually asked, "Director Wei, is it Li Secretary who's hosting the event today?" Director Wei replied, "Li Secretary has unexpectedly been called away, so it's Wu Secretary who will be in charge. However, Mayor Wang will be attending—this event is sure to leave everyone satisfied." Mayor Wang is Wang Yujia's father. As soon as the two arrived at the venue, an older man came forward and greeted, "Isn't this Mei General? You said you'd never attend any such gathering!" Qin Feng sensed the underlying tone of polite teasing in the man's words, so he responded with slight displeasure, "Who exactly are you?" Mei Hui smiled and said, "This is Huang Shiren, the CEO of Xingda Group—a prominent private entrepreneur and a long-time friend of ours." The phrase "long-time friend" was clearly a diplomatic understatement, as Qin Group had suffered several setbacks in its competition with Xingda. Wait—Xingda Group? That name sounds familiar. And this broad-shouldered, sturdy man named Huang—why does that ring a bell? Isn't he none other than Huang Xiaozi's father? What a coincidence! It's remarkable that at this one gathering, both Wang and Huang's daughters' fathers are present—could this truly be the magic of fate? As for Huang's self-satisfied expression, Qin, the young heir, almost couldn't bring himself to speak the truth—he was eager to see how the man would react when he said, "I took your daughter's first kiss." No matter how accomplished you are in business, it all comes to nothing if your precious daughter ends up being completely consumed by your friends—especially if she's the one who actively opens the door. With these thoughts running through his mind, Qin's younger brother now feels much more at ease and finds it easier to look at Huang the fat man. Coughing politely! It's possible that this fat man might eventually become one of our many in-laws too. A warm, welcoming smile, especially on first meeting, is definitely necessary. Seeing Qin Feng's polite demeanor, Huang the fat man becomes even more arrogant and self-assured—unaware that this very behavior has already stirred up Qin's sense of resentment, with Huang Xiaozi, his beautiful, gushing daughter, being the natural target of that retaliation.