Chapter 1950

Chapter 1950: Chapter 1950

A few minutes later, Secretary Liu returned to the office and reported on the preparations for the dinner.

Wei Shoucheng nodded and asked, "What’s the name of that director?"

"Song Guanchao."

"Look him up. I want to know who’s behind him."

"Understood."

About an hour later, Secretary Liu walked into the office again.

The power of the secretary to the richest man was immense; in just one hour, he had thoroughly investigated Song Guanchao’s background.

Wei Shoucheng listened calmly to his account. Song Guanchao’s identity and background were not complicated.

"Wu Qiangwei." Wei Shoucheng felt puzzled, not quite understanding why Wu Qiangwei would do this.

Over the years, he had barely interacted with city officials; after all, considering his status, it seemed beneath him to actively visit city-level leaders.

But whenever city leaders visited him, he would always take the time to entertain them without appearing overbearing.

Moreover, his company’s executives maintained contact with city leaders year-round, never short of gifts during the festive seasons.

When Wu Qiangwei took office last year, he specifically instructed those executives to visit more often and invite her for inspections.

The relationship between both parties couldn’t be considered close, but it was definitely not bad.

Being the richest man, with numerous companies under his name, he was undoubtedly a major taxpayer in Jiangzhou.

That’s why he couldn’t figure out why Wu Qiangwei would take such actions.

There was simply no reason, and he couldn’t guess her motives.

Forget it, if I can’t understand it, there’s no point thinking about it.

During tonight’s dinner, apply some pressure on Secretary Tian, and he’ll naturally apply pressure on her.

Evening soon arrived.

Secretary Tian, accompanied by his secretary Tong Wen, arrived at the restaurant.

It had been a while since he last connected with Wei Shoucheng. Businessmen were always busy, even busier than them, often traveling domestically and internationally.

What he mentioned on the phone was business-related, and Secretary Tian was quite looking forward to it.

Discussing business meant he could also get a share of the pie.

They walked into the private room and found that Wei Shoucheng had yet to arrive.

Secretary Tian frowned. It’s true that Wei Shoucheng was rich, but since he’s the one who arranged the meeting, how could he let himself, a guest, wait so long?

Suppressing his annoyance, Secretary Tian took off his black formal jacket and walked toward the sofa.

After smoking two cigarettes, more than half an hour passed, yet there was still no sign of Wei Shoucheng.

Secretary Tian grew increasingly dissatisfied, something even Tong Wen noticed.

Squeak~

Just then, the door to the private room finally opened.

With a faint smile, Wei Shoucheng walked in and said, "Thank you for waiting, Secretary Tian."

Despite his dissatisfaction, he still needed to maintain appearances.

Tian Kai Ming stood up and shook his hand: "I just got here, too."

Wei Shoucheng glanced at the dining table; eight exquisite cold dishes had already been served.

"Secretary Tian, let’s take a seat. The sooner we finish our meal and conversation, the sooner you can go back and accompany your wife, lest she blames me for taking up your time."

Tian Kai Ming had a warm smile, but inwardly he was extremely displeased.

This Wei Shoucheng not only arrived late, but didn’t even offer an explanation.

Now he’s rushing through dinner.

What he says sounds nice, not wanting to waste my time, but in reality, he thinks I’m taking up his time.

"Serve the dishes," Secretary Liu said to the waiter.

Wei Shoucheng unfolded the napkin from the bone plate, folding it into a little boat, and then picked up a hot towel next to him to wipe his hands. Without looking up, he said, "Bring a pot of tea."

Then he turned and smiled at Secretary Tian, "To discuss serious matters, let’s not drink alcohol."

At the mention of serious matters, some of Secretary Tian’s displeasure subsided.

Soon, the tea was brought, followed by dish after dish of food.

Wei Shoucheng picked up his teacup, sniffing the aroma of the tea and said, "Huizhou has approached me several times recently, inviting me to invest there. Their policies are quite favorable, even offering some free land and an interest-free loan. I’m thinking about transferring Hong’an Real Estate over first. If their policies are really good, I might gradually transfer the rest of the business there, too."

Tian Kai Ming was stunned, wondering if he had misheard.

He realized that when he mentioned business, he meant transferring the industries from Jiangzhou to another province?

Tian Kai Ming paused for a couple of seconds, quickly regaining his composure; he realized something was amiss.

Wei Shoucheng must have ulterior motives! He’s not planning to relocate his business but is using this as a pressure tactic on him!

He must be facing some trouble.

The fact that he’s using "relocating business" as a pretext for pressure makes Tian Kai Ming reluctant to even imagine the magnitude of the problem he must be facing!

"I think this is something we should deliberate on and not rush into," Tian Kai Ming wisely refrained from going along with his words. Understanding his true intent meant his approach should be more about appeasing rather than confronting.

Wei Shoucheng chuckled, "Secretary Tian makes a good point, I indeed acted a bit hastily."

"Come, let’s eat."

He picked up his chopsticks, saying no more about the night’s topic, instead engaging in casual conversation about all sorts of things.

Tian Kai Ming grew anxious and curious inside, but since he wasn’t speaking, it wasn’t appropriate to ask.

Even until the dinner ended, Wei Shoucheng didn’t mention it again.

Tian Kai Ming stood at the door, watching Wei Shoucheng leave. Tong Wen, standing nearby, quietly asked, "Secretary Tian, do you need me to contact Secretary Liu?"

"No need, I’ll contact him personally."

The fact that Wei Shoucheng was cornered to the extent of using the relocation of business as pressure indicated that the trouble he was facing was far from ordinary.

Such significant matters required direct attention.

Back at home, after freshening up, he entered the study and dialed Secretary Liu.

"Good evening, Secretary Tian." Receiving a call from Tian Kai Ming, Secretary Liu seemed unsurprised.

"I hope I’m not disturbing you, Secretary Liu?" Tian Kai Ming laughed heartily, approachable and friendly.

"Not at all, I just got home myself."

"Secretary Liu, has Chairman Wei encountered some problems?" he inquired directly.

Secretary Liu paused and then said, "Wei Zejun has been arrested."

Tian Kai Ming was taken aback, "What happened?"

His first thought was that Wei Zejun was arrested outside the province.

Secretary Liu quickly filled him in on the situation.

Upon learning the circumstances, everything became clear for Tian Kai Ming.

No wonder Wei Shoucheng, who had invited him, arrived late.

He did it on purpose.

No wonder he used relocating the business to intimidate him.

As the former richest man and a major taxpayer in Jiangzhou, the fact that his son was set up by a director and ended up in concessions made everything seem reasonable now.

"I understand."

Tian Kai Ming didn’t promise anything to him; after all, he was just a secretary.

Moreover, Wei Shoucheng must have anticipated that he would inquire about the details from Secretary Liu after the dinner.

What he needed to do was ensure Wei Zejun’s release and give Wei Shoucheng an explanation.

"Song Guanchao..."

Tian Kai Ming had no good impression of him.

Back when Governor Hou retired, Wu Qiangwei was considered a promising candidate for succession.

He personally contacted Song Guanchao to inquire if Wu Qiangwei would succeed, yet he avoided him.

This incident annoyed him.

Later, he and Wu Qiangwei both arrived in Jiangzhou, one as the mayor, the other as a director.

He couldn’t do anything against Song Guanchao.

Unexpectedly, he now had a perfect opportunity to take action against him.