Insufficient balance
When he thought that Gong Jun might have other purposes, Xu Zilong suddenly woke up and began to suspect whether it was a conspiracy. Even if it wasn't a conspiracy, it should be premeditated. In any case, Heishui Province is the traditional power of the Chen family, and the Xu family's foundation here is extremely weak. What about Gong Jun's back?
Xu Zilong didn't dare think about it anymore, he thought of resting and after dawn, calling his father to confirm.
Xu Jiancheng's words on the phone were ambiguous, only saying that Gong Jiandong was a member of the Fang family, and as for other things, let Xu Zilong make his own decision.
As long as Gong Jiandong has nothing to do with the Chen family, then even if Gong Juncheng has ulterior motives for approaching him, it's not a big deal. Xu Zilong is relieved after all, in this circle, scheming is a normal thing, and if you want to mix in, don't be afraid of being calculated.
The Fang and Chen families, as well as the Xu family, all have a good relationship with each other, and on the surface, they can get along. This made Xu Zilong feel at ease, not minding having dealings with Gong Jun, and even if he were to develop a relationship with Gong Yanyan, there wouldn't be any obstacles.
Xu Zilong made a phone call to the home of Vice Governor Li Qinghuan, making an appointment with his wife Jia Juanli for 7 o'clock that evening.
At around 6:30 in the evening, Xu Zilong set off after confirming by phone. From the Huangcheng Hotel to the Provincial Government's Family Courtyard, it was only about 500 meters away. He didn't take a taxi and walked slowly along the way, thinking about how to face this high-ranking official.
If it were up to Old Master's wishes, he would not be allowed to meet Li Qinghuan at all, after all, that would have a bad influence. However, Xu Zilong still accepted his mother's suggestion, after all, if he wanted to achieve something in Heishui Province, this meeting was indispensable.
Although the old man didn't explicitly say it, Xu Zilong, as a reborn person, still understood many things. Hei Shui Province is within the Chen family's sphere of influence, and if he were to be sent here, there might be constant setbacks; but if successful, it would undoubtedly be a great achievement. The old man was testing himself, which is why Xu Zilong wanted to try his hand at diplomacy with the young master. Of course, support from the province was still crucial, after all, "the mountain is high and the emperor is far away", many things couldn't rely on family support, and had to be done by oneself.
Xu Zilong arrived at the entrance of the provincial government's residential compound around 6:50, he was not in a hurry, lit a special panda-shaped cigarette, smoked while quietly waiting.
It was almost seven o'clock when a young man, not very tall and wearing a white shirt, came out. He walked up to Xu Zilong and extended his left hand with a smile, saying: "Mr. Xu has arrived, my name is Li Ziqiang, my father asked me to come pick you up."
"Zi Qiang Ge, you can call me Xiao Xu or Zi Long, but never Gong Zi, that would be too formal." Xu Zi Long said with a humble tone in front of the first young master of Heishui Province, shaking hands with him while speaking politely: "When I was in Beijing, Wang Xinhai had mentioned you before. He highly praised this elder cousin of his, saying that you are a business genius who can make it rain and shine on the business scene."
Hebei Provincial Party Secretary Kuang Jianling has only one daughter, the son of Governor Wang Aiguo is abroad, and the son of full-time Vice Secretary Liu Yunqi is studying for a doctorate in Longcheng. Li Ziqiang became the first young master of Hebei Province by default. In his late 20s, he did not mix with the system but instead started a trading company, which has considerable strength.
"Zi Long, don't listen to Xiao Hai's nonsense. My humble business is not worthy of your attention. The Four Young Masters of Dragon City are renowned far and wide, making people feel like they're gazing up at a high mountain." Li Zi Qiang accompanied Xu Zi Long as he walked inside, chatting with him warmly, giving the impression that they were old friends who had known each other for years, revealing his ability to be a master of all sides.
In general, the sons of aristocratic families are called "young master" or "young noble", which is a term of respect. However, the four young masters of the capital city are uniquely referred to as "public son". This is also a manifestation of their high status, but this is still an informal title used in private settings. In formal situations, they would still be addressed according to their actual situation.
"Dad, Mom, Zilong is here."
Li Qinghuan, sitting on the sofa with a smile on his face, waved his hand lightly and said naturally: "Xiao Xu, when did you arrive in Ice City? You didn't even let out a hello, so Zi Qiang can drive to pick you up."
