Chapter 462 - 435: One Dog
Xu Chunliang has been on Weishan Island for the past few days. Firstly, because the construction site has just started, and he must ensure everything goes smoothly, and secondly, he needs to arrange the brewery’s contracting affairs.
Qin Zhengyang has been quite respectful regarding this matter. Compared to Qianfan Group’s plan to acquire the brewery and restart production, he is more interested in Mo Han’s wine culture village project. The directive set for Weishan Island is to follow a path of sustainable green development.
The brewery, to some extent, causes environmental pollution. Therefore, they are very cautious with approvals for businesses now. Mo Han’s proposal stated her aim to promote traditional culture by creating a tourism-focused wine culture village, which fits the overall development plan.
On the second day after the Healthy Elderly Care Hospital began construction, Xu Chunliang accompanied Mo Han to the Hu Shan Town Government to sign the contracting agreement.
During this process, Mo Han was only responsible for the funding, and the planning effect map of the wine culture village was entirely managed by Wang Fangtian.
After signing the agreement, Qin Zhengyang asked Xu Chunliang to stay behind for a few words.
After closing the door, Qin Zhengyang refilled Xu Chunliang’s cup of hot tea and said, "Director Xu, thanks to you for yesterday’s matter."
Xu Chunliang replied, "I didn’t really help much."
Qin Zhengyang sighed softly.
Xu Chunliang could tell he was heavily burdened and asked with concern, "Will the matter with Da Heng affect you?"
Qin Zhengyang said, "Criticism is unavoidable, and this incident has been a profound warning for me. We must enhance our oversight of major investment projects and never allow situations that harm the people’s interests."
Xu Chunliang thought to himself that these words were also for his own ears; Da Heng Group and Huayuan Group are essentially no different.
Xu Chunliang said, "I read in the news today that Da Heng Group seems to be increasing their investment scale in the Hot Spring Town."
Qin Zhengyang said, "There is such news, but it hasn’t been confirmed."
"The increase in price per square meter for the Da Heng Hot Spring Town elder apartments by one thousand yuan is true news."
Qin Zhengyang nodded. Da Heng Group’s move was indeed unexpected, but he had to admit they had captured a human weakness. Qin Zhengyang didn’t care what methods Da Heng used, as long as they could quickly calm this storm.
Xu Chunliang said, "I hope all the information released by Da Heng comes true."
Xu Chunliang went downstairs, where Mo Han was waiting for him in the car.
Xu Chunliang sat in the passenger seat, and Mo Han threw him the lease agreement saying, "Satisfied?"
Xu Chunliang joked with a grin, "You’ve spent quite a bit."
Mo Han said, "It’s just small money." She drove out of the town government.
Xu Chunliang said, "Let me treat you to lunch to show my gratitude."
Mo Han shook her head and said, "No need, I’m heading back to Nanjiang this afternoon. Return the car to Wang Jinwu later."
It was then that Xu Chunliang realized she was heading toward the pier.
"Leaving already?"
Mo Han said, "What else is there to do? Stay and join you in digging up national treasures?"
Xu Chunliang laughed heartily, "I’m not that kind of person. I’m just curious about what’s inside. The reason for acting first this time is as a preventive measure to avoid illegal excavation of national treasures."
Mo Han said, "Are you really that kind-hearted?"
Xu Chunliang said, "Everything I do is open and aboveboard, unlike some people who like to play tricks behind the scenes."
Mo Han cast a cold glance at him, "What do you mean?"
Xu Chunliang said, "How did it go with your talks at Xianhong Farm?"
Mo Han said, "Business negotiations are never that easy."
Xu Chunliang laughed, "Since you came, a lot has happened on Weishan Island, our groundbreaking ceremony was undermined, and as for Da Heng Group, let’s not even mention it. I heard their Hong Kong stocks plummeted sharply for two consecutive days."
Mo Han actually laughed; like a wintersweet blossoming in winter, her laugh was so pure and innocent, "When did you start caring about stock prices?"
Xu Chunliang said, "It’s hard not to pay attention to things happening around when today’s matter with Da Heng might happen to us tomorrow."
Mo Han said, "You’re overthinking. Huayuan Group isn’t yours."
Xu Chunliang said, "Was the trouble with Da Heng your doing?"
Mo Han stopped the car in the empty parking lot outside the pier, took off her sunglasses, and stared him in the eyes, "Yes!"
"I knew it."
Mo Han said, "The trouble for Da Heng has just begun!"
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The sudden ringtone startled Pei Lin. She has been absent-minded these days, something Zhao Feiyang also noticed, thinking it was just a pregnancy reaction and suggested she visit the obstetrics department.
Pei Lin picked up the phone to check the number; it was a call from Tang Jinglun. She breathed a sigh of relief. Ever since that unexpected encounter with Yang Mufeng, she has been mentally disturbed.
Answered the phone: "President Tang!"
Tang Jinglun’s slightly reproachful voice sounded: "Why are you still calling me President Tang?"
Pei Lin knows very well that Tang Jinglun wants to use her, but she just can’t bring herself to call him brother: "Did you want to discuss something with me?"
Tang Jinglun’s tone was kind and amiable: "How are you considering the matter we discussed last time?" He was referring to the integration of several major centers to establish Huayan Health, with Pei Lin as the lead.
Changxing has currently successfully reclaimed the outsourced departments like the Health Checkup Center, Aesthetic Medicine Center, Dental Center, and Traditional Chinese Medicine Center. The next step is to reorganize them, and Tang Jinglun wants Pei Lin to be the general manager.
Pei Lin said, "President Tang, you know my situation, I’m afraid I can’t handle it, but thank you for your trust..."
"Is it Feiyang who opposes?"
"No, I’m getting married. After careful consideration, I decided to focus mainly on family in the future, so..."
Tang Jinglun said, "I understand. I heard you’re pregnant, right?"
Pei Lin was a bit surprised. She always thought her confidentiality work was done well, but Tang Jinglun already knew. On second thought, it wasn’t unusual since she had been to Changxing for a prenatal checkup, and it’s possible the medical staff may have leaked it.
The marriage certificate has been obtained, and the wedding date set, so there’s no need to hide it. Pei Lin admitted with a hum.
Tang Jinglun laughed: "Congratulations, congratulations. I won’t force you then. By the way, someone recently recommended a candidate to me, and he said he knows you."
"Who is it?" Pei Lin, with her experience as a pharmaceutical representative, knows many people in the medical field.
Tang Jinglun said, "His name is... He’s called... Hey, what’s your name again?"
Pei Lin heard a familiar voice respectfully answer: "Yang Mufeng!"
Pei Lin’s vision went black, almost fainting. Her mind was in chaos. Yang Mufeng? How... How could he be involved with Tang Jinglun? One thing was certain: their meeting was definitely not a coincidence.
Tang Jinglun’s unhurried voice sounded: "Pei Lin, you know Xiaoyang, right?"
Pei Lin gripped her phone tightly, feeling the urge to smash it to the ground, but she didn’t dare to. Even if she broke the phone, she couldn’t escape the past.
She calmed her emotions and said, "Brother, I know him, but we’re not close."
Tang Jinglun laughed: "Think again about what I told you. In this day and age, with your abilities, choosing to just focus on family care is really a waste. Rest assured, I certainly won’t treat you unfairly."
Pei Lin hated Tang Jinglun to the core. Zhao Feiyang’s warning about him was correct. Tang Jinglun is a ruthless and despicable predator, willing to use any dirty tricks to achieve his goals.
Her hatred for Yang Mufeng was even deeper. This shameless man, selling out their private matters.
Pei Lin said, "Brother, I’ll consider it seriously." She then hastily hung up the phone.
Tang Jinglun placed the phone on the table, picked up a cigar, and looked at the fawning Yang Mufeng opposite him, this shameless person.
Yang Mufeng’s reaction was a bit slow, but he came around, quickly picking up the lighter on the table to light Tang Jinglun’s cigar.
Tang Jinglun took a puff: "You’ve always been in cardiology, right?"
Yang Mufeng nodded: "I submitted my resume to you last time."
Tang Jinglun said, "Not bad, not bad! Talented indeed!" secretly cursing him as a talentless brute.
Yang Mufeng said, "I’m a bookworm, dedicating almost all my energy to my work, so I’m not good with interpersonal relationships, which is why I’ve been ostracized."
Tang Jinglun had long understood his situation clearly, knowing he was embellishing. Yang Mufeng left his previous hospital due to lifestyle issues, though his professional skills were indeed solid.
Tang Jinglun said, "What’s your intention..."
"I want to go to cardiology, as it has always been my main focus."
Tang Jinglun said, "Changxing’s cardiology department is very strong. Vice Dean Qin Guoliang is the leading expert."
Yang Mufeng understood what Tang Jinglun meant. Even with his current level, he couldn’t take charge in cardiology, and being valued depends on Qin Guoliang’s opinion.
Yang Mufeng quickly stated: "President Tang, I will definitely cooperate well with Dean Qin’s work."
Tang Jinglun laughed. Yang Mufeng’s self-awareness wasn’t clear enough; his value wasn’t in business itself.
A cardiology chief physician, no matter how excellent, I wouldn’t meet you personally. I met you because of your past with Pei Lin, and keeping you is to use you to control Pei Lin, who is Zhao Feiyang’s weakness.
Tang Jinglun said, "Go to Huayan Health, serve as my assistant, and concurrently as the deputy director of Huayan Health, with an annual salary of two million, plus bonuses."
Yang Mufeng was a bit dissatisfied with the deputy director position, but upon hearing the salary, he was tempted. Although his total income as a chief cardiologist previously reached this level, it required immense effort and pressure.
The salary Tang Jinglun offered Yang Mufeng was already the top salary for Changxing’s executive management, rivaling Zhao Feiyang and Dong Changhao, not because of Yang Mufeng’s outstanding abilities, but because he currently held such value. Tang Jinglun also believed that Yang Mufeng’s time at Huayan would not be long; as soon as he lost his value, he would be kicked out immediately.
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