The information provided by Yu Fei was still very valuable. At the very least, he found out who the mastermind was. As for why Deputy Minister Tang, whom Xiao Zheng had met once, wanted to make things difficult for Shang Yao, Xiao Zheng didn't know.
Perhaps there was a personal grudge, or perhaps there was someone directing them from behind. The political world was the same as the business world; it was a game of interests. It wasn't like shedding all pretense of cordiality.
Xiao Zheng pondered for a moment and looked up at Shang Yao, "Does your Yan Family have any connections to get in touch with the Ministry of Commerce?"
Shang Yao nodded and immediately shook her head, "It's not a problem to use some connections. But it's definitely better to directly contact them than to go around in circles. "
After a pause, Shang Yao asked in a deep voice, "Why did Minister Tang block us?"
Xiao Zheng couldn't help but laugh, "I've only been in contact with Minister Tang once. I haven't spoken more than three sentences, so how would I know why he made things difficult for us? But … "
Xiao Zheng's eyes slightly narrowed. He pursed his lips and said, "I vaguely remember that Minister Tang seems to be very close to the Yuchi Family. He's a core member. "
"The Yuchi Family?" Shang Yao was shocked and asked incredulously. "Could it be that my father is behind this?"
It was no wonder that Shang Yao was so surprised.
Speaking of her father-daughter relationship with Shang Jingtian, there were indeed some problems. But Shang Jingtian didn't need to make things difficult for Shang Yao behind her back, right?
Unless he really didn't want to acknowledge this daughter anymore!
Xiao Zheng furrowed his brows and said, "Before we understand the situation, everything is unknown."
Xiao Zheng lowered his head and pondered for a moment. He then looked at the time again. It was already 9: 40 PM. Making an appointment to see Deputy Minister Tang at this time was very likely to be declined. Moreover, Xiao Zheng couldn't find a reasonable excuse to see the other party.
After all, Xiao Zheng and Xin Ao hadn't surfaced yet for the project initiated by Linghu Zhu. He also didn't want to expose Xin Ao's plan so soon.
The business world was like a battlefield, and the first opportunity was extremely important. If his plans were spied on by his enemies or competitors, he would fall into a passive situation, which would be very disadvantageous.
Xiao Zheng fell into deep thought, thinking of countermeasures.
Seeing that Xiao Zheng was silent, Yu Fei moved closer and said with his head lowered, "Mr Xiao. Why don't we ask Minister Jin to mediate this matter? "
After all, he was the first minister of the Ministry of Commerce. His authority was only below that of the minister. Moreover, as far as the Ministry of Commerce was concerned, they could often come into contact with the higher-ups in their daily work. His connections and background couldn't be ignored.
The current situation was Minister Tang taking the initiative to make things difficult for Linghu Zhu. If he didn't have some confidence, he wouldn't have made things difficult for no reason.
Therefore, in Yu Fei's opinion, it was best to contact Minister Jin as soon as possible. Otherwise, just as Shang Yao had said, they would be beating around the bush and wouldn't be able to take effective action in one go. It was very easy for Minister Tang to underestimate his opponent's strength. Even if they asked Minister Jin to come forward later, they might not be able to reach an agreement quickly.
Because Minister Tang would weigh how much effort Minister Jin would put into this matter. If the effort was not enough, and Minister Tang did have pressure from other aspects, it was very likely that he would bite the bullet and refuse Minister Jin.
The intrigue in the officialdom was more thrilling than that in the business world. Not to mention the division of factions, the higher officials might not be able to suppress the lower officials in one breath. It also depended on whether the supporters behind them were strong enough.
Xiao Zheng shook his head and pursed his lips, "Don't bother Minister Jin."
It wasn't that Xiao Zheng was swayed by his emotions and wanted to solve it by himself. But Minister Jin was backed by Elder Hu. Minister Tang was backed by the Yuchi family. These two families were famous political rivals in the political circle.
Even if Minister Jin was one level higher, Minister Tang might not give him face. Because offending or not, they were on opposite sides as early as when the two sides took sides. They didn't care about offending him again.
If Xiao Zheng asked Minister Jin to come forward in the name of Minister Jin, he would definitely not refuse. But it was a little difficult for Minister Jin. If he succeeded, he would definitely be vexed. If he failed, he would lose face.
Xiao Zheng gave up asking for Minister Jin's help.
Seeing that Xiao Zheng was in a dilemma, Shang Yao also knew that this matter was definitely not simple. After a pause, she said, "If it doesn't work, I will ask the old master to come out. Let him go in person. "
Hearing this, Xiao Zheng couldn't help laughing and said, "If the old master comes out in person for this small matter, how can your Yan family keep a foothold in Sijiu City in the future?"
Shang Yao pursed her lips and said, "But we can't just wait aimlessly like this, can we?"
Xiao Zheng took a sip of tea and said slowly, "There will be a way."
Looking at Shang Yao's abnormal reaction, Xiao Zheng believed that she and Linghu Zhu had made a great determination for this project. They even bet the future of the family on this project. If it didn't succeed, it would definitely have a great impact on the morale of the two families. Otherwise, with Shang Yao's temperament, how could she be so restless? She didn't even hesitate to ask Yan Shichang to help.
On the other hand, although Xiao Zheng, Lan Xin, and the chairman of the board of directors, Lin Huayin, were also interested in this project, it was not an indispensable project for Xin Ao. If it succeeded, they could raise Xin Ao to a higher level. Even if it failed, it would not shake the foundation and affect the overall situation.
It could be said that Xin Ao was basically in a position where he could advance or retreat.
But this was only the current situation. It was a judgment that did not take into account other factors.
In fact, whether it was Linghu Zhu or Shang Yao, neither of them were like Xin Ao, facing a giant like the Lin family.
In this iron triangle, the one who was under the most pressure was Xiao Zheng.
Therefore, he did not want this project with great potential to go bankrupt and hinder Xin Ao's path forward.
After a long silence, Xiao Zheng stood up, slowly walked to the side, and made a phone call.
This phone call was made to none other than Minister Tang of Commerce.
It was better to rely on oneself than to rely on others. If this matter could be resolved, Xiao Zheng certainly did not want to rely on external forces to pressure Minister Tang. That would cause the situation to escalate rapidly and even intensify the contradiction.
With Xiao Zheng's current status, he more or less still had some face. It was up to the other party to accept the move.
The phone call was quickly connected.
Obviously, Minister Tang had saved Xiao Zheng's number. Minister Tang's soothing and pleasant voice sounded over the phone, "Is this Boss Xiao?"
"Good evening, Minister Tang, this is Xiao Zheng." Xiao Zheng's breath was very stable, and there was a faint smile on his face. He paused for a moment and then said. "I'm really sorry to call you so late."
"Boss Xiao, you are too serious. You are our Hua Xia's star entrepreneur. And I am in the economy. If we have enough free time, we should meet and communicate often. What is there to be sorry about? "
Minister Tang on the other side of the phone was very polite.
It was unknown whether it was a disguise or a real emotion.
After all, Shang Yao's project so far had nothing to do with Xiao Zheng. Even Minister Tang might not know that Xiao Zheng was also a behind-the-scenes participant.
Xiao Zheng smiled and asked politely, "Minister Tang, do you have time tonight? I want to have a face-to-face chat with you. It won't take too long. "
"I just finished a meeting with a few colleagues. Where is Boss Xiao? I can come over now. "Minister Tang smiled.
Xiao Zheng said a few polite words and said that he wanted to go over directly to visit. But Minister Tang was very insistent, so he no longer hesitated. After telling the address of Longfeng Restaurant, he hung up and waited patiently.
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