The officialdom was different from other fields. There were many rules and restrictions. For example, Department Head Gong worked in a core department like the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and he was also a high-level official. Usually, unless it was to report to the boss, he rarely called in person. Usually, it was handed over to the secretary to handle. This was the attitude of a leader.
Another example, a big boss usually ordered the secretary to do something outside the door. Why didn't he call the secretary directly or go out to inform the secretary, but call the internal line?
This was also the attitude of a boss.
But now, Department Head Gong had called Xiao Zheng twice in a row. Unknowingly, this had already placed Xiao Zheng in a very high position. There was even the suspicion of lowering his position.
If Xiao Zheng didn't pick up — — regardless of whether he was afraid of offending Department Head Gong or not. If he did so, there would always be suspicion of arrogance. And it was a very immature approach.
"Go pick it up. We will wait for you. "Ye Yuhua smiled understandingly.
"I will be there in a moment." Xiao Zheng picked up the phone and slowly walked to the side.
After all, it was a national matter. It was good to be cautious.
"Mr. Xiao. I called you in a hurry. Did I disturb you? "
Department Head Gong's solemn voice came from the other side of the phone.
"It's okay." Xiao Zheng said politely. "Department Head Gong is looking for me?"
"Captain Jiang called Mr. Xiao before. I was embarrassed to trouble you again. But this time — — "Department Head Gong's speech was very steady, and he paused for a moment before continuing in a very gentle tone. "Other than Mr. Xiao, I really don't know who else can solve this problem."
These words were a bit flattering. If it was someone else, perhaps they would immediately become complacent and forget their name. But under the strict care of Old Lin, even if Xiao Zheng achieved a great victory, he only received a few simple words of praise. He didn't even get any response.
Over time, Xiao Zheng became immune to this kind of flattery. He wouldn't be gullible.
"Department Head Gong, you overestimate me." Xiao Zheng laughed. "Even you can't solve the problem, what can I do?"
After pausing for a moment, Xiao Zheng didn't dare to be arrogant and directly asked, "What is it exactly?"
Minister Gong paused and still spoke in a calm tone, "According to the original plan, Princess Ling La should fly back to Tokyo tomorrow noon. But I don't know if we've offended her in some way. She was going back today. I'm not even eating lunch. "
No lunch. In other words, he refused to attend the banquet. He didn't even give Department Head Gong a chance to fight for it.
For the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this was indeed a sudden incident, and a thorny one at that.
Normally, the negotiation between Princess Ling La and Department Head Gong went very smoothly. Apart from some minor details that had yet to be finalized, the higher-ups of Hua Xia had given a high evaluation of this negotiation.
In other words, if Princess Ling La returned to the country now, she would have completed her mission. There won't be any sequelae.
But for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, they still hoped to fight for it. He hoped to gain some benefits from this negotiation.
Moreover, these things might have a positive effect on Hua Xia. But for Japan, it was not a big deal.
Whether they agreed or not, it all depended on a word from Princess Ling La.
On the one hand, it was very important. On the other hand, it didn't matter. In Department Head Gong's view, as long as she worked hard on the last day, she should be able to win over Princess Ling La.
But things turned out contrary to her wishes. But after Princess Ling La learned that Xiao Zheng wouldn't keep the appointment, she decided to fly to Tokyo at noon.
For Department Head Gong, this was simply a bolt from the blue.
In a hurry, she had to put down her leadership airs and take the initiative to call Xiao Zheng. She hoped that Xiao Zheng, who had a deep friendship with Princess Ling La, would come forward to coordinate.
After all, no matter what, she was working for the country this time. Even if Xiao Zheng was dissatisfied with her previous behavior, he couldn't just stand by and watch, right?
Xiao Zheng sorted out his thoughts, but hesitated, "Department Head Gong, to tell you the truth, just a few days ago, I had a quarrel with Princess Ling La, and we had a falling out."
It wasn't a quarrel. But at least it was an excuse. He hoped that Department Head Gong would back off.
"Really?" Department Head Gong pretended to be surprised. But in her heart, she didn't believe it at all.
If they really quarreled, how could Princess Ling La go home when she heard that you didn't come?
What was going on?
Department Head Gong had been in the officialdom for many years. How could she not guess what Princess Ling La was thinking?
She was forcing her to invite Xiao Zheng out!
Although Department Head Gong didn't know what happened between Princess Ling La and Xiao Zheng. But she was very sure that as long as Xiao Zheng showed up, Princess Ling La would definitely relent.
That was why she called Xiao Zheng in person.
"Yes. Although Captain Jiang was not there at the time, he should have heard about it. "Xiao Zheng pushed the responsibility to Jiang Qing.
"If that's the case —" Department Head Gong didn't know how to continue. She finally saw it. Xiao Zheng was very shrewd. Patriotism was one thing, but he was not a fool who would be fooled by a few high-sounding words.
"Department Head Gong, I still have something urgent here. How about we leave it at that? "Xiao Zheng indicated that he wanted to hang up the phone.
Although Department Head Gong really hoped that Xiao Zheng would come forward, since the other party had clearly refused. It was not convenient for her to force it.
To be honest. Although she was a deputy ministerial senior official. Xiao Zheng was just a vice president of a company. But she knew the potential and financial resources of Xin Ao's company. She could even estimate that in another five or ten years, as long as Xin Ao didn't take the wrong path, he would definitely reach the top of the business world in Hua Xia.
Of course, she also considered the various connections and supporters behind Xin Ao. For example, the horrible background of the boss of Xin Ao, Lin Huayin. For example, Xiao Zheng's unstoppable social status …
Therefore, for Department Head Gong, Xiao Zheng's help was a favor. Even if he didn't help, she couldn't use her authority to pressure him.
With Xiao Zheng's current background, a deputy ministerial title might not be able to suppress him.
In the end, she could only exchange some pleasantries and hung up the phone with regret.
Xiao Zheng put away the phone and walked toward Ye Yuhua and the others with a smile on his face.
"Is it settled?" Lin Huayin asked in a slightly low voice.
"It's nothing." Xiao Zheng smiled and shook his head. "Eating with my mother-in-law is the most important thing now."
Bai Wuxia smiled and said, "Xiao Zheng, your flattery is getting better and better."
Xiao Zheng heard that and raised his eyebrows. He said in a deep voice, "Boss Bai. I've been wanting to have a taste of your dragon hands for a long time! "
Li Jing covered her mouth and chuckled.
Ye Yuhua also shook her head gently with a loving expression on her face.
On the contrary, Lin Huayin said expressionlessly, "I want to have a taste of my master's dragon hands. You'll have to pass me first. "
"…"
Xiao Zheng was dumbfounded. He looked at Lin Huayin in surprise and then glared at Bai Wuxia.
It was only a phone call and Bai Wuxia had become Lin Huayin's master?
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