Capítulo 2006: Chapter 2006: Applying Pressure
Zhang Yiwen followed Ouyang Feifei to Ling Jinhua’s room, and Ling Jinhua was lying on the bed while Luo Ziling was massaging him.
Luo Liansheng was not there; he had gone back to his room to rest.
Luo Liansheng felt that the upcoming matters did not require his involvent, so he wisely retreated to his room to enjoy so peace and quiet.
While Luo Ziling was massaging Ling Jinhua, they were conversing intermittently.
As Zhang Yiwen approached, he happened to hear Ling Jinhua asking Luo Ziling, “You’ve been to Jinling, and now you’re in Zhonghai. Which of these two cities do you find more charming?”
Hearing Ling Jinhua ask Luo Ziling such a question, Zhang Yiwen was surprised. He imdiately held his breath and listened attentively, wanting to know how Luo Ziling would respond.
“Jinling is a city with a very long history, deep historical roots, sothing Zhonghai cannot compare to. Moreover, it was the capital of a forr dynasty, with many historical events taking place there. Whether a city has charm often depends on its historical flavor. Like Chang’an, though its economic developnt is now lagging, its history as the ancient capital for thirteen dynasties and its connection with Huaxia’s most powerful eras ensure no one can overlook it.”
“As for Zhonghai, though its historical depth cannot match Jinling, its economic developnt speed is much faster than Jinling’s. For many decades, it has been closely linked to foreign trade activities, and several important ports have now been established. This makes its status as Huaxia’s most crucial economic city unshakable. However, the speed and scale of economic developnt cannot represent everything; cultural construction and residential environnt developnt are also crucial.”
“Great Grandfather, I deeply agree with the points you raised during the tea eting earlier. Many people in Zhonghai work their entire lives without affording a place to live, and traffic jams are constant. Regarding economic developnt and population scale, the city’s developnt speed has beco sowhat skewed with a sense of urgency for quick success. Of course, this is just my personal view, undoubtedly immature and superficial; if there are any inappropriate remarks, I hope you won’t criticize .”
“That’s quite well said,” Ling Jinhua chuckled, “Often, those outside can see the essence, while involved parties cannot grasp the core issues. Nowadays, regardless of people’s status, their vision is limited; they focus more on imdiate benefits. So people stay in a place for a few years, looking only to accomplish things during those years, not caring about future repercussions. They just aim to receive recognition and do things beautifully, not considering what might happen decades later. Your mother has foresight in this regard, yet she isn’t much interested in officialdom. As for you, if you went into politics, you would surely fare better than most and achieve outstanding results. At your age, you’re more forward-thinking and considerate than many who’ve been in the system for years. You’re also bold, daring to say what others dare not.”
“Great Grandfather, my biggest flaw is being overly bold, yet I feel my greatest strength is also being bold,” Luo Ziling chuckled and said, “Great Grandfather, I’m done massaging; lie down for now, but don’t sleep just yet. Lunch will be ready soon; after lunch, you can rest a bit.”
As Luo Ziling stood up, he realized that Zhang Yiwen had been standing outside.
He hadn’t noticed earlier, as he was focused on massaging Ling Jinhua and hadn’t paid attention to the situation outside.
Zhang Yiwen ca in without speaking, simply standing quietly waiting.
When Luo Ziling turned and saw Zhang Yiwen, he imdiately greeted him, apologizing for not noticing him earlier and hoping he wouldn’t mind.
Zhang Yiwen, of course, expressed that it was no problem; he was the one disturbing Ling Jinhua.
“Since you’re here, sit down and chat,” Ling Jinhua had actually noticed Zhang Yiwen; he asked Luo Ziling those questions deliberately after seeing Zhang Yiwen enter, aiming to apply pressure through Luo Ziling’s responses.
Unknowingly, Luo Ziling was used by Ling Jinhua for a mont.
Fortunately, his words weren’t too sharp; he simply relayed his real impressions of the two cities.
However, Luo Ziling’s words, coupled with Ling Jinhua’s agreent, still brought pressure on Zhang Yiwen. If the Chen Family weren’t in trouble, Zhang Yiwen wouldn’t worry much, but the current situation is too complex, and even a slight disturbance makes him nervous.
Ling Jinhua is like The Pillar; a single word from him could determine the nature of an issue.
The events of recent tis show clearly that Ling Jinhua’s influence is unmatched by others.
The combined power of Ling Jinhua and Ling Mingrui surpasses the strength of several united families.
Upon Ling Jinhua’s instruction, Zhang Yiwen sat down on the sofa where Ling Jinhua was lying.
Ling Jinhua instructed Secretary Huang Chen, who was waiting on the side, to help him sit up.
Luo Ziling and Ouyang Feifei quickly went over to assist Ling Jinhua, one on each side. Seeing them, Huang Chen didn’t join in.
“Sir Ling,” Zhang Yiwen sincerely said to Ling Jinhua, “thank you very much for taking the ti in your busy schedule to point out issues in our work. We just held a temporary eting as well, discussing the points you ntioned and conducting a thorough reflection. So other issues raised by comrades were also noted; this is the eting’s minutes for you to review.”
“I won’t look at it; Huang Chen, read it to later. My eyesight has failed,” Ling Jinhua smiled and pointed at Luo Ziling, “He is my granddaughter’s son, a very outstanding young man. You’ve heard of his exploits recently, haven’t you? Acclaid by vast numbers of netizens as a national hero. Also, the investigation into my great-grandson’s murder was solved through his efforts; he is even better than the police.”
Ling Jinhua’s words surprised both Zhang Yiwen and Luo Ziling.
Others, including Huang Chen, Ouyang Feifei, were equally astounded.
Nobody expected Ling Jinhua to reveal this to Zhang Yiwen.
Huang Chen knew Zhang Yiwen was associated with the Chen Faction, but Luo Ziling was not very aware of this.
Luo Ziling felt that Ling Jinhua’s intention was to push him into the spotlight, making him a target. Huang Chen, knowing the situation, also understood it as Ling Jinhua expressing dissatisfaction with Luo Ziling, further focusing attention on him.
Zhang Yiwen, grood by the Chen Family, would inevitably resent Luo Ziling for damaging the Chen Family—aning Luo Ziling gained another formidable opponent. Ling Jinhua’s mind was terrifying.
This point wasn’t fully grasped by Zhang Yiwen; he thought Ling Jinhua held Luo Ziling in high regard, hence such remarks.
As a result, Luo Ziling’s importance in his mind increased even more.
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