Half an hour later, the car arrived at the Tianyi Pavilion in the suburbs.
People of different social classes had different gathering places. Ordinary people were used to eating steaming hot pot and drinking Shaodaozi liquor in the small restaurant downstairs. Then, they would go to the mahjong house next door to play a few rounds of games. The white-collar workers in the company were fond of bars and karaoke. The young men and women spent their youth wantonly, numbing their hearts with alcohol and passionate dancing.
The government officials tended to stay in quiet and elegant places, where they talked loudly, drank, and sang. Most of the time, they talked about political and national affairs. Private clubs were usually run by people who had a lot of social connections. They provided a place for celebrities from all walks of life to gather and exchange resources for mutual benefit. The Tianyi Pavilion in front of him was not famous, but it was a mysterious place in Jiangdong City and even Xijiang Province. Most of the people who frequented the place were high-ranking officials, wealthy businessmen, and various second-generation heirs who were popular in recent years.
Lu Yiwei had never been here. He had only heard of it. He used to accompany Zhang Zhiyuan and Guo Jinzhu to the East Lake Club and the mysterious Golden Dragon Club. Since the appointment of Secretary Zhang of the Provincial Party Committee, these two clubs had lost their former glory. Their gathering places had shifted to the East Lake International Hotel and Sanli Bay of the Tongyao Group.
The Tianyi Pavilion looked ordinary from the outside, but the deeper he went, the more he could feel the difference. Buildings of different shapes were scattered at the foot of Puding Mountain. The dense forest formed a natural barrier, making it difficult for outsiders to discover this place. There was a checkpoint every few dozen meters, which was even more difficult than entering the Provincial Party Committee's compound.
Lu Yiwei didn't want to come here, but he didn't want to refuse Niu Fuyong's kindness. He could take this opportunity to visit the famous Tianyi Pavilion.
The car stopped in front of a villa. Li Haidong immediately jumped out and opened the door for him. Under the guidance of the waiter, they walked through the villa and around the pavilion. There was a three-story duplex hidden in the forest. It reminded him of the holiday resort in Dongzhou City.
Before he reached the door, he heard Niu Fuyong's loud voice making a ruckus inside. After pushing the door open, he saw a few people sitting on the sofa, smoking and chatting. After seeing him, Niu Fuyong immediately stood up and held hands with them, saying, "Jundong, Chengyang, come, come, let me introduce you to Lu Yiwei, Brother Lu, whom I often mention."
The slightly taller man stood up and extended his hand with a smile. "So you're Brother Lu. I've often heard Fuyong mention you. Nice to meet you."
Lu Yiwei sized up the man carefully. He was tall, thin, fair, and dressed fashionably. He was wearing light blue jeans with black sneakers, a dark blue striped sweater, and an expensive watch on his wrist. There was an iPhone and a Ferrari car key on the table. He spoke with a Beijing accent and treated people humbly. From the way he spoke, he seemed to have received higher education. He shook hands and returned the greeting with a smile, "You are …"
Niu Fuyong beat him to it and said, "This is Tian Jundong, my good friend. His mother is the director of the National Development and Reform Commission."
Sure enough, he was the son of a high-ranking official, but he could not tell his age from his appearance. The other man had his feet on the coffee table, a cigarette in his mouth, and was lying on the sofa playing with his phone. He did not seem to see Lu Yiwei.
Seeing this, Niu Fuyong pushed him and said, "Chengyang, get up and meet Brother Lu."
The man still ignored him. After playing with his phone for a long time, he looked up and said with contempt, "I know you. You're Lu Yiwei, the secretary general of the Jiangdong Municipal Party Committee. Am I right?"
Lu Yiwei had always scoffed at such uneducated people. If it was in the past, he would not have spoiled him. But now, he was no longer hot-tempered and knew how to control his emotions. Since the man dared to speak to him in such a tone, he must be the son of a high-ranking official.
Niu Fuyong felt embarrassed and quickly explained, "Brother Lu, this is Qin Chengyang, the son of the deputy director of the Provincial Public Security Department."
"Oh, no wonder."
Lu Yiwei ignored him and looked around. "Is there anyone else?"
"No, it's just us."
"Then let's eat."
Lu Yiwei took off his coat, and Li Haidong immediately took it and hung it up. At the dining table, the young master was still sitting on the sofa and playing with his phone. Niu Fuyong quickly said, "Ignore him. Let's chat while we wait for the dishes."
"Jundong is a friend I just met. He is very loyal. If you have any problems in the future, you can look for him. He can settle everything in the capital. "
There were countless officials in the capital, and any one of them was a divisional level official. But although his mother was just a divisional level official, she held great power and was immeasurable. Moreover, this person's attitude was humble, which had shortened the distance between them. Lu Yiwei was interested and asked, "May I ask how old are you this year?"
“35。”
"Oh, you are one year younger than me. Which department are you working in now? "
Tian Jundong smiled and said, "I used to work in the City Finance Department, but I quit because it was boring. Later, I went to Zhonggong University and left after a few days of fun. Now, I am running a company with a few friends for fun. "
These days, he was living a carefree life. Lu Yiwei had heard about the high-ranking officials in the capital. He did not learn other skills, but he learned how to enjoy the life of a Qing dynasty lord. In the past, it was walking birds, drinking tea, and fighting crickets. Now, it was luxurious cars, beautiful women, and playing in the market. He did not need to do anything, and money would flow into his pocket. Basically, there was no need for him to work hard.
These kinds of people were domineering and arrogant in their own places. They scolded the local officials as if they were scolding their grandchildren, and the officials did not know the real identity of the other party. They dared to be angry but did not dare to say anything. They could only swallow their anger and flatter them, using all kinds of methods to serve them well. It was not for their future, but as long as they did not cause trouble in their own territory.
With his status, how can he be friends with Niu Fuyong? Could it be as Li Haidong said, that they are plotting something big?
Lu Yiwei held back his curiosity and said, "Since you are here, I will let Fuyong accompany you for a few days. Xijiang Province has three advantages. Coal, scenic spots, beautiful women, good people, good environment, and good food. You can enjoy yourself here. "
"Thank you, Brother Lu. I have been here for a few days. Brother Fuyong's hospitality is very good."
Lu Yiwei turned to Niu Fuyong and said, "Bring him to Dongzhou City Resort Villa for a hot spring. I will give Liu Wengang a call later. Everything is free."
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