Chapter 1207 - 1204: Controlling the Ghost
Damn, Pan Zhengyi's development in China is currently the largest real estate developer. I didn't expect the boss behind it is actually this person in front of me. Xie Tianyi was instantly shocked.
Song Xiaojia then started bragging: "Young Master Xie, I can reveal a bit more information to you. My boss holds shares in large coal mines all over the country, but as for those coal mines, it's not convenient to discuss with you."
Song Xiaojia's words practically portrayed Zhang Wenhui as China's richest man, even more powerful than Li Jiacheng. However, her boasting was ambiguous enough that Xie Tianyi would have to work hard to verify it.
Song Xiaojia is the precious daughter of Song Jianguo, and Xie Tianyi is fully aware of Song Jianguo's status, so he firmly believed what Song Xiaojia said.
"Boss Zhang, I'll be relying on your guidance in the future." Xie Tianyi's eyes changed as he looked at Zhang Wenhui. If he could collaborate with this tycoon, he would surely impress his family.
Zhang Wenhui laughed and said, "Young Master Xie, no problem. I'm planning to acquire a piece of land within the Fourth Ring Road in Beijing. If you're interested, we can collaborate."
Zhang Wenhui said this almost without thinking. Xie Tianyi was born and raised in Beijing, and knows it as well as Zhang Wenhui knows Jiangbei City. He immediately perked up and said, "Boss Zhang, can you tell me about this land within the Fourth Ring Road?"
Once these words left his mouth, Zhang Wenhui regretted it; he knew Xie Tianyi would ask this. What did he really know about Beijing or which piece of land would be developed?
At this point, Zhang Wenhui could only turn to Song Xiaojia for help.
Song Xiaojia was also annoyed. What was Zhang Wenhui trying to do by exaggerating so much? However, since he had already said this, she had no choice but to help cover it up.
"Young Master Xie, this is actually a business secret that shouldn't be disclosed to you. But since my boss expressed interest in collaborating with you, I'll tell you a bit." While speaking, Song Xiaojia glanced at Zhang Wenhui and continued, "There's a piece of undeveloped land in the eastern suburbs of Beijing, which I believe you're already aware of, right?"
Song Xiaojia's words were meant to fool Xie Tianyi; she had no idea there was undeveloped land in the eastern suburbs of Beijing. However, she accidentally hit the mark, as Xie Tianyi did know of an undeveloped piece of land there.
"Miss Song, are you talking about that area in Daiwang Village?" Xie Tianyi's eyes lit up with delight as he looked at Song Xiaojia.
Song Xiaojia hadn't expected her random talk to be correct; she was momentarily stunned before smiling and saying, "So Young Master Xie knows about it after all."
Xie Tianyi nodded repeatedly and said, "Of course I know. My family was planning to buy that piece of land, but the government never agreed. Turns out, Boss Zhang took the first step."
This was really a stroke of luck. Song Xiaojia's mysterious smile reappeared as she said, "Of course, my boss has strong connections across the board."
Zhang Wenhui waved his hand and chuckled, "Young Master Xie, don't listen to this girl talking nonsense. I just know a couple of central leaders, that's all."
Shit, and this isn't strong connections? Xie Tianyi cursed inwardly but respectfully raised his wine glass and said, "Boss Zhang, let's seal the deal then. Count me in for the development of that land."
Zhang Wenhui also raised his glass with a smile, "With your sincerity, Young Master Xie, how could I refuse? There's money to be made by all of us. Let's toast to our cooperation."
After downing the glass of wine, Zhang Wenhui shifted the topic to Chen Mingguo and asked, "Brother Xie, do you know Jiangbei City's Mayor Chen Mingguo?"
Without hesitation, Xie Tianyi nodded and said, "Of course, Mayor Chen and I go way back. Why, does Boss Zhang know Mayor Chen too?"
Zhang Wenhui chuckled, "I wouldn't be so fortunate to know Mayor Chen. This time I came to Jiangbei City specifically to talk some business with him, but I have no one to introduce me. Since you know Mayor Chen, Brother Xie, you must introduce me."
Xie Tianyi replied, "No problem, I'll arrange to meet Mayor Chen tomorrow."
Zhang Wenhui said, "That would be greatly appreciated, Young Master Xie. By the way, may I ask if you're here in Jiangbei City for business as well?"
Xie Tianyi said, "Just handling some minor business; compared to Boss Zhang, I'm nothing."
This guy is tight-lipped. Zhang Wenhui couldn't help but frown slightly, casting a sidelong glance at Song Xiaojia.
Receiving Zhang Wenhui's glance, Song Xiaojia wasn't sure what he wanted to ask Xie Tianyi. However, she, despite appearing carefree usually, was quite perceptive. Hearing Zhang Wenhui mention Chen Mingguo, she guessed his inquiry had to do with Chen Mingguo.
"Young Master Xie, is Mayor Chen easy to get along with?" Song Xiaojia asked, looking at Xie Tianyi.
Xie Tianyi said, "Mayor Chen is a decent person, well-liked. Miss Song, if you have the chance, you should mention him to your father."
Song Xiaojia smiled and replied, "Of course, as long as Mayor Chen helps us with this business, I'll definitely speak well of him to my father."
Zhang Wenhui followed Song Xiaojia's words, saying, "Brother Xie, I understand what you mean. You just want Mayor Chen to move up a bit, right? That's simple—I can give a heads-up to the central leaders."
Zhang Wenhui's words were a bit grandiose; the appointment of an official isn't that casual.
In recent years, the country has intensified its efforts to combat corruption; who dares to easily touch this bottom line.
Xie Tianyi was already bewildered by Zhang Wenhui and Song Xiaojia, not knowing which way was south or north. To him, if Zhang Wenhui knew a leader or two at the central level, that relationship was solid enough to reach the sky.
"Boss Zhang, no, Brother Zhang, if you can make Mayor Chen move up, I'd be grateful to you beyond words." Xie Tianyi's tone began to carry a flattering undertone.
Zhang Wenhui deliberately furrowed his brow, saying, "No need for thanks. Mayor Chen moving up means becoming the top leader of Jiangbei City. But I've heard that the City Committee Secretary Tang Yumeng is a person with a very good reputation. It's probably a bit difficult to make Mayor Chen the top leader."
Xie Tianyi got carried away with his pride, laughing loudly: "Boss Zhang, let me tell you, Secretary Tang Yumeng won't be holding the position for long. I..."
At this point, Xie Tianyi suddenly woke up, forcibly swallowing the words he was about to say.
Zhang Wenhui and Song Xiaojia were startled by Xie Tianyi's words simultaneously. What was Xie Tianyi up to? Could it be that his arrival in Jiangbei City was for Secretary Tang?
Zhang Wenhui was shocked, speculating on Xie Tianyi's words. Was Secretary Tang stepping down due to Xie Tianyi deliberately orchestrating it?
In light of Xie Tianyi's relationship with Chen Mingguo, Xie's desire to make Chen Mingguo the top leader means kicking Tang Yumeng out. What exactly are they planning against Tang Yumeng?
Zhang Wenhui's relationship with Lin Chuan was unusual, and he naturally knew about Tang Yumeng's relationship with Lin Chuan. When they parted ways at Kunlun Mountain, Zhang Wenhui promised Lin Chuan to protect those around him.
With Xie Tianyi and Chen Mingguo targeting Tang Yumeng, he couldn't ignore it. Besides, Tang Yumeng was indeed a good secretary. He couldn't watch as these guys framed a secretary doing good for the people.
Now that Xie Tianyi realized his speech mistake, he would certainly not easily reveal more. They needed a way to make this guy spill everything.
Zhang Wenhui's thoughts coincided perfectly with Song Xiaojia's. Although Tang Yumeng's relationship with Lin Chuan made her a bit uncomfortable, Tang Yumeng was Lin Chuan's fiancée. So even if not for Tang Yumeng, she had to stop these people for Lin Chuan.
Xie Tianyi, noticing his verbal mistake, awkwardly smiled at Zhang Wenhui and Song Xiaojia, lifted his wine glass, and said, "Let's not talk about this matter, I toast to you both."
Zhang Wenhui and Song Xiaojia exchanged glances, knowing well they couldn't talk about this matter in front of Xie Tianyi now. They forced a smile and toasted with him.
Yin Soul... damn, how could I forget it? As soon as Zhang Wenhui thought of Yin Soul, he immediately had an idea.
As long as Yin Soul enters Xie Tianyi's body to control his thoughts, he'd no longer fear him not telling the truth.
With this thought, Zhang Wenhui immediately signaled to Yin Soul with his consciousness, instructing it to enter Xie Tianyi's body.
Yin Soul, receiving Zhang Wenhui's directive, transformed into a white stream of air, darting out from Zheng Hongbing's body. Yin Soul is akin to a ghost, invisible to ordinary people.
Yin Soul turned into a white stream, circling and attempting to enter Xie Tianyi's body. Unexpectedly, it was repelled back by a force as soon as it approached.
"Ksitigarbha, there's something on this guy's body that seems to restrain us—I can't enter his body," Yin Soul, bounced back, immediately reported to Zhang Wenhui.
Of course, others couldn't hear Yin Soul; only Zhang Wenhui could.
Upon hearing Yin Soul's words, Zhang Wenhui furrowed his brow. Unable to enter Xie Tianyi's body, they couldn't control his thoughts or find out the reasons.
He glanced at Zheng Hongbing, whose face was ashen at the time, looking listless. Xie Tianyi also looked at Zheng Hongbing, concernedly asking, "Boss Zheng, are you ill? Your face is frighteningly pale."
They couldn't let Xie Tianyi notice any slip-ups. Zhang Wenhui commanded Yin Soul to immediately enter Zheng Hongbing's body.
Yin Soul quickly darted into Zheng Hongbing's body, controlling his thoughts, and smilingly spoke to Xie Tianyi, "Young Master Xie, I'm fine, probably drank too much earlier."
Seeing Zheng Hongbing claiming he was fine, Xie Tianyi didn't ask further.