Chapter 199 Support Can’t Just Be Lip Service
Inside the private room, Lin Fan took the main seat without competition, for at this moment, he represented Zhu Defu. Director Wang could only take the seat next to him, accompanied by two deputy directors. The producer who arrived later had no choice but to sit by the door, relegated to serving tea and water.
If it hadn’t been for the matter concerning Cai Shuli tonight, Lin Fan wouldn’t have taken over the hosting duties so forcefully. After all, he was originally the one who had planned to host the dinner, but Director Wang had actively offered to reserve a table, making it a representation of performing duties for the leadership.
"The matter is just this," he said honestly. "Transforming crops to Chinese Herbal Medicine is beneficial for farmers and the public. However, due to the opposition from some, this beneficial policy is difficult to implement. Even if a company willing to take the risk is found to guarantee the farmers’ absolute safety, certain individuals still incite public opposition to this policy, fanning the flames and even targeting me personally. Therefore, I had no choice but to seek help from Director Wang."
Lin Fan held his wine glass, recounted the ins and outs of the issue, and then heaved a sigh, downing the wine in one gulp. The others accompanying him hurriedly followed suit. Director Wang then put his arm around Lin Fan’s shoulder and patted his chest, saying, "Lin brother, you are a great leader for the people and the country. Don’t worry, big brother here will support you fully."
"Thank you very much, Director Wang. I wonder if Director Bai supports this as well?"
Lin Fan turned to look at Director Bai, who had been silent the whole time. The man, in his forties and looking rather scholarly, had only been smiling obligingly since he entered, without saying a word.
"Support, of course I support!"
Suddenly called out, Director Bai quickly stood up. This dinner was filled with hidden meanings in every word, and he had to understand each one clearly. Otherwise, judging from Director Wang’s behavior, any mistake could cost him his job.
"We can’t just talk about support."
Director Wang adjusted his glasses, and his look towards Director Bai suddenly turned icy. This intimidated him so much that he broke out in a cold sweat, and before he could grasp what was happening, the door to the room opened. Cai Shuli, dressed in a cheongsam and carrying a small purse, walked in with a smile.