The Tempting Road to Becoming an Official

This news was explosive for Chen Fang.

If Jiang Chuo was destined to appear from the beginning.

Doesn't that mean the notebook Tan Yandong left for him was given to Jiang Chuo in vain?

He and those around him did so much for Shangguan Shoudong, only to find out it was futile, because regardless of whether he acted or not, the result remained the same, with no real difference.

It seemed she could see through Chen Fang's thoughts.

The woman smiled and said, "In this event, you indeed did many unexpected things, such as persuading the Xu Family and Dong Family not to get involved, something Shangguan Shoudong did not foresee. As a result, his plan to catch them all failed. In other words, you saved the Xu Family and Dong Family, leaving Shangguan Shoudong with no reason to act against them for the time being."

At least there was some gain.

The woman's words gave Chen Fang a slight sense of relief.

He took a deep breath.

And said, "No matter what, Hou Jingjing is not in the wrong. Over the years, she has not been deeply involved in the actions of the Hou Family, and once she learned of the Hou Family's conspiracy, she chose to report it. From any perspective, Mr. Shangguan should not lay a hand on Hou Jingjing."

"Hehe, you are still too naive. The downfall of the Hou Family is bound to cause a chain reaction. Those cultivated by the Hou Family over the years are already in key positions. Are they not afraid of being implicated by the Hou Family? As long as one person in the Hou Family hasn't been caught, these people can respond at any moment. By then, Shangguan Shoudong will undoubtedly face repercussions. He cannot risk leaving hidden dangers behind,"

the woman said softly.

Chen Fang quickly replied, "Hou Jingjing is not that kind of person. If she were, she wouldn't have done the righteous act of denouncing her own family. Such a simple truth—does Mr. Shangguan not understand it?"

"Hehe, so what if he understands? Haven't there been cases in history of people wearing the yellow robe and seizing power? When you are in a high position, if you do certain things, you must do them thoroughly, leaving no hidden dangers,"

the woman said.

These words.

Finally made Chen Fang's heart rise to his throat.

The woman in front of him had a much deeper analysis of the situation than himself.

Not because he lacked the intellect.

But because his social status was too low.

Some things veiled in clouds and mist were simply unclear to him.

He suddenly shouted, "Stop! Quickly stop the car!"

The driver made an emergency brake and stopped the car by the roadside.

Seeing Chen Fang reaching to open the car door.

The woman asked, "What are you going to do?"

"No matter what, I can't just watch Hou Jingjing get harmed. I promised to protect her, and I'm going to wait at the entrance of the Political Affairs Office. As long as Mr. Shangguan appears, I will plead for her. I have to do something,"

"I can help you."

The woman said.

Chen Fang was taken aback, turning his head to look at this mysterious woman.

The woman smiled and said, "Don't get me wrong, I can't help to persuade Shangguan Shoudong, but I have a way to take you to see him. However, I must give you a heads-up, no matter what you say or do, the outcome won't change."

"Really?"

The huge surprise made Chen Fang instinctively grasp the woman's hand.

Suddenly realizing the impropriety.

He quickly released her hand.

This brief contact blushed the woman instantly.

And she quickly withdrew her hand.

Stammering, she asked, "If the outcome won't change, are you still willing to see him?"

"I want to see him, I must see him."

Chen Fang said resolutely.

The woman asked again, "In this event, you've left a good impression on Shangguan Shoudong. With this kind of relationship, you'll surely rise smoothly in the future, but if you plead for Hou Jingjing, Shangguan Shoudong might view you differently. The luck you've obtained with great difficulty might be lost. Are you still willing to do it?"

"Willing!"

Chen Fang affirmed once more.

The woman looked out the window, lost in thought for a long time.

Then she pressed a button on the car door, speaking into it: "Return to the compound."

No sooner had she finished speaking.

The car started.

It made a sharp turn on the spot.

Quickly turned into a secluded path.

This was an internal road.

At the entrance, there was a gate and armed police on duty. After verifying the documents, the armed police opened the gate for passage.

Following this dimly lit path for about a kilometer, a residential compound, hidden among tall trees, appeared in sight.

The compound had no signage whatsoever.

But it was heavily guarded.

At the main entrance, there were armed police standing guard.

After verifying the documents again, and inspecting the vehicle's undercarriage with equipment, they opened the gate for passage once more.

After the entire process was completed.

The car slowly drove in.

In front were small courtyard houses.

The surroundings of the courtyards were also blocked by tall trees, making it difficult to see clearly even during the day.

After the car stopped in front of a small courtyard's entrance.

Wei Guang got out first.

He helped the woman open the car door.

After Chen Fang also got out of the car.

The woman pointed to a small courtyard not far away and said, "That's Shangguan Shoudong's house. At this time, he should not be resting yet. I won't accompany you any further."

"Thank you."

Chen Fang said sincerely.

The woman gave a gentle smile.

In the dim light, her smile was as beautiful as a flower, like a Heavenly Immortal.

Without saying anything, she turned and walked into the small courtyard in front of her.

Leaving Chen Fang alone, standing in the utterly silent courtyard, somewhat at a loss.

Undoubtedly, those who could live in this compound were either powerful or wealthy.

Chen Fang didn't bother to be concerned about the woman.

He walked directly to Shangguan Shoudong's doorstep.

Taking a few deep breaths, just as he was about to reach out to knock, the door creaked open.

A familiar face appeared instantly in front of him.

It was none other than Li Chong, Shangguan Shoudong's secretary.

Li Chong hadn't expected someone to be at the door.

He was startled.

Narrowing his eyes to look, he exclaimed in surprise, "Chen Fang? What are you doing here?"

"I've come to see Mr. Shangguan."

Chen Fang replied.

Li Chong was stunned, "I know, but how did you get in?"

Chen Fang didn't want to trouble that unfamiliar woman, hesitantly said, "I... I found my own way in. Is the leader resting? I want... I want to see him."

Li Chong seemed to know Chen Fang's purpose for coming.

He said, "The leader is already resting. You better come another day. Come, I'll arrange a place for you to stay."

He was about to reach out to guide Chen Fang.

But Chen Fang avoided him.

And solemnly said, "If the leader is resting, I will wait here for him. Anyway, I must see the leader."

"Comrade Chen Fang, do you know what this place is? If you wait at the leader's door, you'll be taken away soon. Let's go, I'll take you out!"

Li Chong urged.