Return to the City: The Strongest King

Song Xiaodong said, "Every department has some parasites." Implicitly, he didn't want to investigate further.

The director immediately sighed in relief, then said to Lin Su'er's father, "Mr. Lin, regarding this matter, our police were negligent and caused you trouble. We will handle it, and additionally, we will demand the other party to provide the highest economic compensation based on your injuries. If you have any other requests, we will also help you address them and ensure your satisfaction."

Lin Su'er's father, this old rogue, used to feel guilty whenever he saw the police because they always glared at him. Now, a police chief was being so polite to him, which made him feel flattered and he repeatedly said it was nothing.

Then, two police officers seriously helped Lin Su'er's father and Liu Dongmei record their statements, and the chief left with his people.

Just as the police left, a few more people entered, bringing flowers and fruit baskets, piling up a heap. Lin Su'er's father didn't know any of these people.

"Mr. Song, we're here to see Mr. Lin!" Everyone was extremely respectful to Song Xiaodong.

Song Xiaodong shook hands with each of them. They were important figures from the Ding family. He said, "No need to be so formal, it's not a big deal. Thank you for your trouble this time."

"This is a small matter. Being able to serve Mr. Song is our honor."

After chatting for a few moments, another group of people arrived. This time, the ones coming in looked distinguished, and Lin Su'er's father and Liu Dongmei found some of them familiar.

"Mr. Song, I've always wanted to meet you, and today I finally have the chance. My name is Li Dong, and I am currently the Mayor of Tiannan City." A man in his fifties approached Song Xiaodong enthusiastically, extending his hand.

Lin Su'er's father and Liu Dongmei felt their minds go blank. The police chief's visit seemed like standard procedure to them; they weren't sure about the status of the Ding family members, but now the person was the mayor. For the mayor to specially visit Song Xiaodong, what did that signify? Even if they didn't understand politics, they now realized how high Song Xiaodong's status was.

Song Xiaodong shook hands with Li Dong and laughed, "Mayor Li, you're too polite. I should be the one visiting you."

Li Dong firmly held Song Xiaodong's hand, shaking it vigorously, "Mr. Song, your departure from Tiannan is a significant loss for our city."

Song Xiaodong smiled and said, "Even though I'm not in Tiannan now, it is still my hometown, and I will never forget my home in Tiannan City."

"Haha... It's a great fortune for our city that Mr. Song cherishes the old soil."

Song Xiaodong said, "I'll definitely keep it in mind. I still have relatives here, and if I come back to invest in any projects, I hope you'll lend a hand, Mayor Li."

"Definitely! It's a must, and our city's leaders will fully cooperate with Mr. Song."

Tiannan City is just a small city, not as large as Minghe nor as economically developed. The only family there is the Ding family, which also prefers a peaceful lifestyle. Otherwise, with Elder Master Ding's influence, they wouldn't just develop in a small city like Tiannan.

The Ding family's development hasn't expanded widely. Although Li Dong respects the Ding family, he doesn't pay as much attention as he does to Song Xiaodong. If Song Xiaodong were to come back and invest, it would be a major political achievement.

Moreover, there is an important point: Shen Dongyang was previously the mayor here, and now he has gone to Minghe with Song Xiaodong, so it's evident that this is Song Xiaodong's energy.

Li Dong, being a new mayor and not yet fifty, still has opportunities to advance. If he can genuinely build a good relationship with Song Xiaodong, even if not heavily utilized like Shen Dongyang, it would at least smoothen his future career a bit.

The higher the rank, the more one values these network connections. It's clear in their mind who is useful and who isn't.

The next few people shook hands with Song Xiaodong and exchanged a few words with him; they were all important figures in the city.

These individuals also expressed their condolences to Lin Su'er's father, gifting flower baskets, fruit baskets, and condolence money.

Finally, after everyone left, Lin Su'er's father and Liu Dongmei still felt as if they were in a dream.

Lin Su'er's father said, "Su'er, I've never imagined in my life that I could get this close to such big figures and even receive gifts and money from them. I could die happy now."

Lin Su'er chuckled aloud and then pouted, "Dad, what are you saying? You're finally going to live a good life, how can you talk about dying?"

Her father chuckled and said, "Right, right, I only now realize that the days ahead really are something to look forward to."

Finally, when no one else came, Liu Dongmei said, "Su'er, Xiaodong, you two go get some rest. I'll take care of your father here."

Seeing that nothing else needed tending to, Song Xiaodong and Lin Su'er agreed.

The two booked a hotel nearby, then strolled there, with Lin Su'er holding Song Xiaodong's arm, whispering, "I really didn't expect that my dad could truly change for the better. I think the main credit goes to Aunt Liu, the power of love is indeed great."