The Peacemaker
Every circle had its core figures. There might be several of them, or there might be two or three of them. For example, the several people who had supported Du Xuan and Ding Wen at the beginning were the core figures of their circle. Du Xuan and Ding Wen were just marginal figures. However, there was only one core figure in every circle. Once there was one more core figure, the circle would inevitably be divided into two smaller circles. The core figure of Du Xuan's circle was Chen Taihe.
Ma Weiyang called him Director Chen. Although it was meant to be sarcastic, it was obvious that Chen Taihe had become a department-level cadre at the age of 30. As for his status as a director or deputy director, nobody knew. With a prominent family background and a good ability, it was not an exaggeration for him to become the core figure of the circle.
Although it was said that Chen Taihe would help his relatives but not reason, if he was unreasonable, he could not stand to make trouble in such a place. There was a world of difference between being reasonable and not being reasonable. For example, if he was reasonable, his elders could clean up the mess no matter how big the trouble was. If he was unreasonable, it would be difficult for his elders to deal with it.
However, since the matter had been exposed, as the backbone of the circle, Chen Taihe would never admit defeat. He had to support his circle. Otherwise, how could his circle convince the public in the future? Du Xuan attacked first.
Obviously, they had ignored him. Even if Chen Taihe came forward to help them, he would not have the confidence to do so. Since Du Xuan attacked them first, Chen Taihe had to find a way to change the focus by saying that Du Xuan was too cruel. It was just an ordinary conflict. Du Xuan's cruel attack was a bit too much. If anything happened, who would be responsible for it?
It was undeniable that Chen Taihe could find the most favorable reason in such a short time. It could be seen that he was extraordinarily smart.
Although Chen Taihe's family was prominent, Ma Weiyang didn't care about him at all. After all, the elders in Chen Taihe's family had retired. Those who were not in their positions would not meddle in politics. However, Ma Weiyang's father was still in his position. This was her advantage. In the same way, Chen Taihe was not afraid of Ma Weiyang. Although the elders of Ma Weiyang's family had retired, their influence was still there. Moreover, they did not have any contact with each other, let alone being friends.
However, Song Hesheng's appearance broke the deadlock, because Song Hesheng was the soul of Ma Weiyang and Qin Ran's circle. This circle was a little special. In the beginning, it was just a small circle of best friends. Later, as they grew older, they got to know more and more friends, and it gradually evolved into a big circle. Within the big circle, there were several different small circles, but the soul was Song Hesheng.
Logically speaking, Song Hesheng's father's generation had all been in the Qingshui yamen. Now that they were almost retired, and none of his relatives were in high positions. How could they suppress these rich playboys? After all, in this circle, if one's family didn't have a current or former substitute committee member, one would be embarrassed to greet others. If one was one step higher, then one would be an absolute core figure in the circle, such as Ma Weiyang. However, Ma Weiyang did not care about these things at all. Moreover, she was a woman and did not pursue an official career.
Then how did Song Hesheng become a core figure in this circle?
The reason was very simple. It was because Song Hesheng had an awesome grandfather. He was really awesome, and his qualifications were there for all to see. Moreover, Song Hesheng had high hopes placed on him since he was young and had been praised by many big shots. That was why he could have such achievements.
At this moment, as soon as Song Hesheng showed up, everyone knew that the scene was getting more and more lively. After all, Song Hesheng and Chen Taihe were not on good terms. Moreover, Song Hesheng's words were a little fierce. Obviously, he was challenging Chen Taihe. You want an explanation? Let me see what kind of explanation you want.
Therefore, the storm escalated again, and it became a duel between Song Hesheng and Chen Taihe.
"Lao Song, what do you mean?" Chen Taihe squinted his eyes and said with a fake smile. He did not expect that Song Hesheng would stand up, which was a bit troublesome.
Song Hesheng's eyes were a little disdainful. He glanced at Qin Sheng casually and said, "Qin Sheng is not only Qin Ran's biological younger brother, but also my younger brother. He just paid a New Year's greeting to my grandfather this morning. Do you still want an explanation?"
Song Hesheng's words were equivalent to confirming Qin Sheng's identity. No one doubted the relationship between Qin Sheng and Qin Ran anymore. Moreover, Song Hesheng deliberately revealed a piece of news, which was that Qin Sheng just paid a New Year's greeting to Old Master Song.
Chen Taihe did not know how to respond at the moment. After all, although Song Hesheng mentioned Old Master Song, he was not supporting him, but Qin Sheng, who was next to him. Chen Taihe was not willing to mention his elders to support Du Xuan. After all, they were not that close. Most importantly, after confirming Qin Sheng's identity, he would have to deal with Qin Sheng's father. Du Xuan's and Ding Wen's family backgrounds had been ignored by the Qin Family. Could it be that Chen Taihe intended to take all the responsibilities on himself?
The tit-for-tat confrontation between Song Hesheng and Chen Taihe instantly made the atmosphere at daggers drawn. Those who were in the center of the storm were secretly fighting against each other, while the onlookers at the sidelines were indifferent. They were drinking red wine and watching the scene leisurely.
At this time, if no one gave both sides a way out, they might fall out with each other. After all, no one could afford to take a step back at this time. However, the peacemaker should be powerful enough. Otherwise, he would not be qualified. However, if he was powerful enough, no one would be willing to get involved in this mess. It might be a strenuous and fruitless effort.
However, someone still came out to be the peacemaker. After all, he could not let the matter get worse and go out of control in the end.
"Lao Chen, Lao Song, what are you two doing? It's just a small misunderstanding. Can't you just apologize to each other? Don't make it look like you have killed your father. "At this time, a man in a gray shirt, accompanied by a man and a woman, walked over slowly. The man said with a casual smile. He did not take this trivial matter seriously at all. He was not afraid that these two would not give him face, because if they did, they would be really inconsiderate. He was giving them a way out. Both sides would be punished 50 times. There were only two people here who could speak. Since the man was flirting with girls in the corner, he could only be the peacemaker. If they missed this opportunity, they could make trouble as much as they wanted.
As soon as the man showed up, everyone knew that they could not make trouble anymore. It was time for this storm to come to an end. Otherwise, they would go too far.
Chen Taihe lowered his head and admitted defeat first. It was impossible for him to continue to support Du Xuan and Ding Wen. He could not do it anymore because he had paid too high a price. Consequently, he said in a hurry, "Sixth Brother, what you said is right. It's just a small misunderstanding. It's just a quarrel between a few kids. Du Xuan, you beat them first.
It did not occur to him that such a trivial matter would become so big. He could not help but curse in his heart that he had been too impulsive just now. Not only had he been beaten, but he had also become a joke. At the same time, he had offended many people. After this, he would definitely be reprimanded by Brother Chen again and would owe him a big favor.
It did not occur to him that Cao Yufeng actually knew such a ruthless person who dared to help him here. Following that, so many big shots were involved. If he had known this, he would not have provoked Cao Yufeng even if he was beaten to death.
Du Xuan looked at Qin Sheng with an extremely terrible look. After all, this was the first time that he had suffered such a big loss. After being beaten, he had to apologize. In the end, he gritted his teeth and said, "I'm sorry."
However, at this time, Qin Sheng said, "Not me."
As soon as Qin Sheng said this, some people's expressions changed slightly. However, what Qin Sheng had said was not wrong, so they could not find fault with it.
Du Xuan lowered his head. The look in his eyes was quite vicious. Since the grudge had been formed, he would definitely take revenge on Qin Sheng in 10 or 20 years.
A man should know when to yield and when to stand tall. Why would he be afraid of losing face? He just needed to lower his head to Cao Yufeng. Although he was very unwilling, he had no choice at this time. Consequently, before Chen Taihe said anything, he raised his head and said to Cao Yufeng again, "I'm sorry."
Du Xuan had already apologized. Now, it was Qin Sheng's turn. The others all looked at Qin Sheng. Song Hesheng also said in a low voice, "Qin Sheng."
If it were not for the fact that she was afraid that the matter would continue to get out of hand, Qin Ran would not have asked Qin Sheng to lower his head and apologize. However, she had no choice now. Otherwise, she would offend too many people.
Qin Sheng said lightly, "I'm sorry. I hit him a little too hard just now." What he said seemed to be an apology, but also not like one. It was more like a joke.
Upon hearing this, Du Xuan was stunned. "F * ck. Is this a f * cking apology?"
Song Hesheng's expression changed slightly. She was a little angry, but also inexplicably relieved. Chen Taihe stared at Qin Sheng. "Is he not going to give me face?" The man, who had taken the initiative to be a peacemaker, looked Qin Sheng up and down thoughtfully. He did not know why Qin Sheng was so courageous.
The others all had different opinions about Qin Sheng's apology. However, at this time, no one dared to say anything. Qin Ran, Ma Weiyang, and the others did not know whether to laugh or cry. However, they gave Qin Sheng a thumbs-up inwardly.
In the end, Chen Taihe could not help but say, "That's it?"
The peacemaker had lost his patience. He put his arm around Chen Taihe's shoulder and said, "All right, Lao Chen. That's enough. And Lao Song, let's go and drink. Don't be disappointed by this trivial matter. "
Chen Taihe had no choice but to be dragged away. Today, he had lost his face. Song Hesheng also left. However, before he left, he looked at Qin Sheng a few more times with a somewhat meaningful look in his eyes.
Since the big shots had left, the storm had come to an end. This matter had been left unsettled. Unless someone did not want to live in this world, he would not continue to make trouble.
Ma Weiyang held Qin Sheng's hand and said with a smile, "Brother, don't just stand there. Let's go and drink."
Qin Sheng was not in a hurry to leave. Instead, he looked at Cao Yufeng and the woman beside him and said with a smile, "Let's go, Lao Er. It's time to catch up."
A group of people left in this way, walking toward the seats where they had been sitting just now. Du Xuan, Ding Wen, and the others, who were sitting opposite them, were also dragged away. Having suffered such a great loss, they probably did not want to stay here anymore. The onlookers left before them. After all, the fun had come to an end.
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