Zhang Guozhong pondered for a while, then looked at the old man and asked tentatively, "Brother Qili, is this your personal suggestion?"
"Of course." The old man smiled. He seemed to know what Zhang Guozhong was worried about. "Guozhong, don't be so suspicious. We've been friends for so many years. Why would I want to make trouble for the Zhang family? Besides, I've always been a loner. You know this better than anyone else.
I'm just surprised that you suddenly made such a suggestion. " Zhang Guozhong smiled without batting an eyelid.
"There's nothing strange about it. Have you forgotten about Guozhong? I was in Nanzhou when I was an educated youth. My family is also from Nanzhou, so I've always been paying attention to Nanzhou. Chen Xing did a good job as the mayor of Nanzhou. He handled the cancer village with the responsibility and responsibility of a real party cadre. I quite admire this young man." The old man explained with a smile. He had been secretly paying attention to the cancer village. Chen Xing's way of doing things was very commendable.
"Tsk, look at my bad memory." Zhang Guozhong smiled and patted his forehead. At this moment, all the doubts in his heart were gone. He had forgotten that when the old man was young, he was an educated youth who cut in the queue. Now that the old man had said it, coupled with his understanding of the old man, it was just as the old man had said. He lived alone and did not have any complicated connections.
The two chatted happily. After Zhang Guozhong dispelled the doubts in his heart, he also took the old man's suggestion seriously. This was also a good transition for Chen Xing. However, this matter still had to be decided by Zhang Guohua. After all, Zhang Guohua was Chen Xing's father-in-law and the head of the Zhang family. He had to respect Zhang Guohua's opinion.
The afternoon sun was a little lazy and undisciplined. At the turn of spring and summer, this was the most pleasant time of the day. It was comfortable to bask in the sun and drink afternoon tea.
At this time, Chen Xing was still at Liu Guoding's home. This was the first time that Chen Xing had visited Liu Guoding's house. Liu Guoding's temper was a little too straightforward, and he could not tolerate any mistakes. However, perhaps this was also the reason why Liu Guoding had made such great achievements in academics.
At this moment, Chen Xing was discussing the research topic with Liu Guoding. Although he was only in his early thirties, Chen Xing had many years of experience in governing a local government. He had a deep understanding and thinking about the predicaments and problems of local economic development. This was Chen Xing's advantage. In terms of research direction and topic, Chen Xing planned to focus on the local economy, which was also approved by Liu Guoding. However, Liu Guoding still asked Chen Xing to attend classes as much as possible when he was free. In this regard, Chen Xing naturally agreed.
As the two talked, just when Chen Xing was about to stand up and leave, there was a knock on the door. Xu Qingxuan, who had left for a while, appeared at the door. Liu Guoding asked his granddaughter to open the door. Looking at Xu Qingxuan, he smiled and said, "Qingxuan, did you leave something behind again?
I forgot to take a book just now. " Xu Qingxuan smiled embarrassedly.
"You are so careless. I knew you would definitely come back. It's this book, isn't it?" Liu Guoding smiled and picked up a book from the sofa beside him. He did not forget to tease her. "You only lost the book this time. Don't lose the person next time."
"Teacher, how could I?" Xu Qingxuan blushed slightly. She was not surprised that Liu Guoding joked. He was such a person. He was very serious when he was serious, but in private, he was very casual and did not put on any airs. If it were not for the many halos above his head, it would be easy for people to think that he was an ordinary old man.
"Come, let me introduce you. This is your new classmate, Chen Xing." Liu Guoding pointed at Chen Xing and said with a smile.
"Hello." Xu Qingxuan looked at Chen Xing, and a trace of surprise flashed in her eyes. "Is he here to join the class?" With Liu Guoding's character, it was strange that he would actually let someone come in halfway.
Chen Xing smiled and nodded at Xu Qingxuan in return. "When I came just now, I couldn't find your place. I was looking up at the building number and accidentally stepped on her foot, causing her to fall. I didn't expect that we would become classmates now. This is also fate."
"Really." Liu Guoding was a little surprised when he heard this. Anyway, you will be classmates in the future. Classmates should be equal and should unite and help each other.
"Professor Liu is right." Chen Xing nodded in agreement. He knew that Liu Guoding's words were mainly for him to hear.
Xu Qingxuan took the book and was about to leave. Seeing this, Chen Xing also stood up and said goodbye, chasing after Xu Qingxuan. After Chen Xing caught up with her, he said with a smile, "Qingxuan, I am really sorry about what happened just now."
"It's okay, you didn't do it on purpose. Besides, you have already apologized." Xu Qingxuan shook her head.
"I really didn't do it on purpose."
"Yes, but I am afraid that I will be mistaken as doing it on purpose, just like your friend just now." Chen Xing smiled helplessly.
"He is a person who is unforgiving with his words, but he is not bad at heart. Don't take it to heart, Chen Xing." As she spoke, she sized up Chen Xing. She was very curious about this new classmate. Judging from Chen Xing's age, he should be several years older than her.
The two chatted as they walked. Because they were not familiar with each other, they only chatted casually. The main reason Chen Xing chased after them was to apologize to Xu Qingxuan again. There was no other meaning. Now that he had achieved his goal, Chen Xing didn't want to stay any longer, lest others mistakenly think that he was really looking for an excuse to get close to her.
"I still have something to do, Qingxuan. Let's talk next time." Chen Xing raised his hand and looked at the time.
"Okay." Xu Qingxuan smiled and nodded. She suddenly thought of something and said, "Chen Xing, there is a dinner in our class tomorrow night. Since you have just arrived, do you want to come over and get to know other classmates?"
"Oh?" Chen Xing was stunned when he heard this. He thought of Liu Guoding's words. Since he had come to school, he was a student. There was nothing special about him. If there was a chance, he should get to know other classmates. Since he had nothing to do these few days, Chen Xing immediately said, "Alright, I will definitely go tomorrow night. Where is the location?"
At Huasheng Hotel, six o 'clock in the evening.
"Okay, I will be there on time."
After bidding farewell to Xu Qingxuan, Chen Xing took a taxi back to his residence. His son was already asleep and was running around the living room on a walker. When Chen Xing saw his adorable son, all the worries in his heart were instantly thrown out of his mind.
"Are you having dinner at home?" Zou Fang asked with a smile.
"Yes, I will have dinner at home. I won't go out." Chen Xing nodded. As soon as he finished speaking, his phone rang.
Zou Fang shook her head when she saw this. Before Chen Xing could answer the phone, she said with a smile, "I guess your dinner at home is going to be ruined again."
"I don't think so. I just came back and my new job hasn't been decided yet. I don't have many social engagements." Chen Xing smiled and looked at the number. It was Zhang Yi. He quickly picked up the call.
"Chen Xing, have you visited Liu Guoding?" Zhang Yi asked on the other end of the line.
You've already come back, and you're right. That Professor Liu is very straightforward. Chen Xing smiled.
Speaking straightforwardly could easily offend people. Many people thought that he had a bad temper. Zhang Yi smiled. "Are you free tonight? My old man invited you over for dinner."
"Second Uncle invited me over for dinner. I have to decline even if I have something to do." Chen Xing replied. Inwardly, he was a little surprised. It was rare for Zhang Guozhong to invite him over.
"Alright, it's settled then. Come over by yourself tonight. I won't call you anymore." Zhang Yi hung up after he finished speaking.
"How is it? I was right, right?" Zou Fang rolled her eyes.
"Second Uncle of Ningning invited me over for dinner. I can't decline." Chen Xing smiled helplessly. "If it was someone else, I definitely wouldn't go."
"Since it's Second Uncle who invited you, you should go." Zou Fang nodded. She was not an unreasonable person.
"Mom, why don't we go together tonight? It's not easy for you to cook at home alone." Chen Xing said.
"Forget it. He didn't invite me. I don't dare to go." Zou Fang shook her head and smiled.
"We are a family. Why bother about this? Just come with me." Chen Xing didn't think much of it.
"I don't want to go. It's not that I'm treating you as an outsider. It's more comfortable to eat alone at home. I can cook whatever I want." Zou Fang waved her hand. "It's better for you to go alone."
Hearing his mother's words, Chen Xing didn't insist. It was already past four o 'clock. He played with his son at home. At five o' clock, Chen Xing went out. It was rare that he was free now. He wanted to spend more time with his son.
Zhang Guozhong's residence was also a siheyuan. It looked very ordinary from the outside, but the interior decoration was very exquisite. It didn't give people the feeling of luxury, but it was antique everywhere, with a kind of combination of ancient and modern taste.
"Second Uncle, why did you invite me over for dinner tonight? I'm so happy that my heart is about to jump out. I'm flattered." Chen Xing smiled when he saw Zhang Guozhong in the courtyard.
"You brat, you haven't taught me for a few days. Are you itching for a beating?" Zhang Guozhong scolded jokingly. He had always been disrespectful. Although he was in his sixties, he still joked with young people. His mentality was not like an old man at all. Therefore, many young people dared to joke with him.
"I'm not itching for a beating, but I really want to listen to Second Uncle's advice." Chen Xing stopped smiling and said seriously. Although this Second Uncle in front of him was not in the system, he was more experienced than anyone else. He had a thorough understanding of the things in the system. Chen Xing also wanted him to teach him.
"Forget about teaching. No matter how much I say, it's not as good as giving you a vivid lesson in reality." Zhang Guozhong laughed. "This time, I failed miserably in an easy task. Have you learned your lesson?"
"It's time to learn a lesson." Chen Xing smiled bitterly. Although he said so, he was actually not convinced in his heart. The problem was with his secretary and driver. There was nothing wrong with him.
Zhang Guozhong squinted at Chen Xing. As an old man, he had more experience than Chen Xing. How could he not see through Chen Xing's mind? He didn't point it out. It was always good for young people to have a little drive and edge. He didn't like people who were obedient.
"Take a seat." Zhang Guozhong gestured for Chen Xing to sit down. They were a family, so he didn't beat around the bush and said directly. Recently, several inspection teams have been set up. Today, an old friend of mine suggested that you join the inspection team. What do you think?
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