Official Career Storm

Jiang Yiren knew Song Guanchao had a girlfriend but didn't know who she was.

It was Liang Jiajia's first time meeting Jiang Yiren, but she instinctively felt a sense of caution.

This woman is too beautiful.

"Jiang Yiren," Song Guanchao introduced, "Secretary Qu's assistant."

"Liang Jiajia, my girlfriend."

Jiang Yiren stared at her intently; is she the real girlfriend?

"Hello." The two women shook hands, and then Liang Jiajia left with Song Guanchao.

As they left the Party School, Liang Jiajia suddenly said, "That Secretary Jiang likes you."

Song Guanchao nodded, "I know."

Liang Jiajia was stunned; she thought Song Guanchao would deny it, but he just admitted it?

This left her a bit at a loss.

"She confessed to me once."

Song Guanchao said it lightly, and his honesty made Liang Jiajia feel relieved.

Liang Jiajia squinted, "So beautiful, aren't you tempted?"

"Saying I'm not tempted would be a lie."

Song Guanchao wrapped his arm around her shoulder, "But I don't have the energy to flirt; I told her, sleeping together is fine, but no relationship."

Liang Jiajia's eyes grew dangerous, "What did she say?"

"She disagreed."

"Hm! Scumbag!"

Liang Jiajia shrugged off his hand, "If she agreed, would you sleep with her every day?"

Song Guanchao chuckled, "I knew she wouldn't agree, that's why I said it."

"We both work at the City Committee; we see each other all the time. Why leave such trouble for myself?"

"But wait," Liang Jiajia said, "You're a District Mayor now, not at the City Committee anymore."

"Uh... Isn't this just training?"

"You're definitely interested in her."

"If I say no, you won't believe me."

Song Guanchao shrugged, "I've been in contact with her for a while and know her well. She wants a relationship, not a hookup, so it's impossible between us."

"Who knows if she'll change her mind later."

Liang Jiajia pouted.

"Okay, okay, let's not talk about this. We should go see a movie soon or we'll be late."

...

In a blink of an eye, a new week began.

Song Guanchao gradually got used to the Party School life; although it was dull and boring, he treated it as a long break for himself.

Meanwhile, the women around him learned he was studying at the Provincial Party School and took time to visit him.

After work, Xu Xin drove to the Party School, spent the night with Song Guanchao, and headed back the next morning.

Chu Xiao'e took advantage of her work convenience and stayed a night while on a business trip to Jiangzhou.

Zhou Qian didn't have many concerns; she arranged a time and stayed for three nights before leaving.

Zeng Li, who usually had the most time, couldn't come at all.

After Song Guanchao became a District Mayor, she took over all secretary work, leaving her no time except chatting with him via phone to maintain her presence.

Similarly, there was Fu Ying.

Fu Ying is now the Mayor of Dujiang City, with a packed schedule, leaving less time even to chat with Song Guanchao.

These days, Cheng Xiang was thoroughly numb.

He had thought three women were already Song Guanchao's limit.

Who would've thought there were far more than three women around him?

And each is the best of the best, representing various styles, making Cheng Xiang clench his teeth in envy.

Moreover, there was Jiang Yiren, who liked him.

Knowing he had so many women yet still liked him.

Cheng Xiang didn't know what to say anymore.

That day, after the morning classes ended, Song Guanchao received a call from Lin Min, the Deputy District Mayor.

Lin Min was reporting the recent work status of Tongchi District.

Once she finished, Song Guanchao asked, "Has the subway project been approved?"

"Not yet."

Song Guanchao frowned; it's almost been a month. Isn't that a bit too long?

After hanging up, Song Guanchao held his phone, his thoughts flickering.

If the subway project was encountering obstacles, he probably guessed where those obstacles were.

According to procedure, the subway project application needs to be submitted to the Provincial Development and Reform Commission first.

If they don't approve it, the subsequent steps can't proceed.

He dialed Qu Xiangru's number.

"Speak."

"Secretary Qu, is the subway project encountering obstacles?"

Qu Xiangru seemed taken aback.

She usually was busy with not only city but also provincial matters.

Even 24/7 non-stop wouldn't cover everything; many tasks were pending.

The subway project wasn't on her radar.

If Song Guanchao hadn't called today, she might not have remembered.

"I'll ask around later."

"Alright."

After hanging up, Song Guanchao didn't overthink it.

Whether it was Zhang Jie causing trouble would soon be clear.

In the evening, while eating, Jiang Yiren sat beside him with a meal tray and said, "Secretary Qu asked me to tell you the project is stuck at the Development and Reform Commission."

"I figured."

It's indeed targeted.

For the previous incident, he didn't fuss, mainly not wanting to offend Zhang Jie over trivial matters.

Yet, Zhang Jie seemed unwilling to let go.

Does she think his rank is low and easy to bully?

"Your phone is ringing," Jiang Yiren reminded.

"Hm?"

Song Guanchao snapped back; his phone on the table kept vibrating, it was a call from Qu Xiangru.

"Hello, Secretary Qu."

"Did Secretary Jiang talk to you?"

"She did."

"I'll handle it."

Song Guanchao was silent for a moment, then said, "Alright."

He knew Qu Xiangru worried he might act impulsively and take excessive measures and blow things out of proportion.

He did consider that, but it was just a thought; he wouldn't act like that.

If someone manipulates you within the rules, reacting with rage and using force loses the game.

But he didn't bother explaining, hung up, and finished eating.

Jiang Yiren asked, "Do you have time tonight?"

Across from them, Chen Yirou and Cheng Xiang rolled their eyes in disbelief.

They truly didn't understand; you're such a beauty, always chasing to stick around, what's the point?

Yes, they admitted, Song Guanchao was excellent.

But you're not bad either!

Is it necessary to humble yourself so much?

Song Guanchao glanced up and saw a hint of cautious anticipation in her eyes, feeling somewhat helpless.

He realized this woman was indeed a bit stubborn.

He had made himself clear, yet she remained insistent without giving up.

"I have time."

Hearing this, Jiang Yiren paused for a moment, as if disbelieving Song Guanchao's answer.

She was ready for rejection.

Surprise came too suddenly, and she briefly forgot what to say next.

After several seconds, she said, "Let me treat you to drinks at the bar!"