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Chapter 262: Acting School, It’s Better to Strike First
There was laughter and chatter in the Baihua Tower.

Dong Jing was wearing the robe of a Weiwusi official. While on patrol, he was sitting with a group of friends, chatting and laughing.

There are delicious food and fine wine on the table, and the aroma is everywhere.

"Brother Dong, tell me, which is better, the new tribute tea 'Yunding Cuilu' or the 'Tailong Hejing' we drank together last year?"

A man in a dark blue brocade robe raised his glass to invite everyone, his eyes full of anticipation.

Dong Jing smiled slightly, raised his cup and took a sip, then closed his eyes and savored the taste carefully. Then he said leisurely: "Yunding Cuilu is emerald green like emerald, refreshing and long-lasting, which is indeed extraordinary; while Tailong Hejing is like a beauty in the misty rain of Jiangnan, gentle and delicate. They both have their merits and it is hard to tell which is better."

After he finished speaking, everyone nodded in agreement and laughed even louder.

"Brother Dong, you came out during your shift and joined our gathering. Aren't you afraid that your new boss will hold you accountable?"

Among the people at the table, a woman with a bun on her head was holding a teacup and jokingly saying so.

"Him?" Dong Jing sneered, "Whether he can hold on to his position in the future remains to be seen."

"Is there any other story here?"

"It's not convenient for me to reveal this. You just wait and see." Dong Jing said confidently.

Everyone at the table looked at each other with some curiosity.

A man from a noble family smiled and said, "I remember you were quite optimistic about this man before, how come your attitude has changed so much in the blink of an eye?"

"It's a different time now. After I met with you last year, I figured it out. We are of prominent status, how can we lower ourselves to associate with people like him? If I deliberately get close to him, it seems like I am trying to curry favor with him. Although I am not a direct descendant of the Dong family, I am still a member of the Dong family after all, and I can't afford to lose face like this."

Dong Jing's words made everyone present agree deeply.

In their opinion, family background comes first.

Making friends with people who are not of the same social status is really embarrassing.

At the head, a man with a jade belt inlaid with gemstones on his waist put down his teacup and sighed, "Come to think of it, I thought he was just ordinary that day, but I didn't expect that he actually had some skills. He broke through to the Jade Meridian Realm in such a short time and caught up with us. Now he has become the chief messenger. It's really amazing. He is also a figure."

"Yes, this person has some abilities, despite his low birth."

A woman in a yellow dress said to Dong Jing, "I'm telling you the truth here, don't blame me, Brother Dong."

"Ms. Qian, you go ahead."

The woman in the yellow dress covered her mouth and laughed, "With Shen's current status and position, if you approach him now, he may not pay attention to you."

Hearing this, there was laughter at the table.

"That's right, that's right. That's the truth."

Dong Jing felt his blood boiling and his ears turned red.

He pretended to drink a cup of tea, and a strong sense of jealousy and resentment surged in his heart.

In the past, he approached Shen Qing not only because he saw that Shen Qing had some abilities, but also because he wanted to take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy the glory of having a younger brother.

Now, in the blink of an eye, Shen Qing has climbed above him. Putting aside the factors of family background, even if he wants to make friends with him, he will have to bow down and be a subordinate, and instead become Shen Qing's follower.

This is simply outrageous.

The more he thought about it, the more indignant he became.

Just as everyone was talking and laughing, a long attendant dressed in the uniform of the Weiwu Division hurried in. He searched the crowd and finally fixed his eyes on Dong Jing. He bowed respectfully and said softly, "Master Dong, Master Shen has something to summon you. Please follow me immediately."

When these words were spoken, everyone in the room was surprised and cast inquiring glances at him.

"What a coincidence, the person I was talking about wrote to me."

Dong Jing returned to normal, stood up, clasped his fists and said to his friends: "Everyone, please be patient. I think there is something in the government office that needs our help. Although today's gathering is not full, there is still a long way to go. Let's meet again next time." "You go and do your work. We will call you later."

After saying that, Dong Jing stood up, straightened his clothes, and nodded slightly to his attendant, indicating that he could set off.

As Dong Jing and his attendant gradually disappeared in Baihua Tower, the house became lively again.

……

Weiwusi, back hall.

The incense on the desk rises up, and the faint scent of sandalwood fills the study, making people feel relaxed and happy.

"Sir Dong, Lord Shen has been waiting for a long time. Please come in." The chief attendant led Dong Jing to the door of the study and stopped.

Dong Jing nodded, stepped into the study, and his eyes quickly swept across the room, finally landing on Shen Qing's face, which was intimidating without even being angry.

He bowed and said, "Sir Shen, I am Dong Jing, and I am here on orders."

Standing in front of the long desk, Dong Jing maintained his usual respect and calmness on his face, but in his heart he couldn't help but secretly guess Shen Qing's intention in summoning him this time.

Shen Qing slowly raised his eyes from the case file, looked directly at Dong Jing, and said in a low and powerful voice: "Chief Dong, do you know why I summoned you here?"

Dong Jing's heart tightened, but he remained calm. He raised his head slightly and his eyes met Shen Qing's. "Your Excellency summoned me for something important. I am stupid, so please explain it to me."

Shen Qing smiled slightly, but there was a hint of chilliness in that smile: "Chief Dong, to be honest, when I first came into this office, you took good care of me, and I thought you were someone I could trust. But recently, I discovered some things that made me doubt you."

Did he find out?

Dong Jing's heart skipped a beat, and he was instantly filled with emotions.

He forced himself to remain calm and said, "Your Excellency's words make me panic. I wonder what caused you to misunderstand me? I would like to hear the details to prove my innocence."

Shen Qing stood up and slowly walked to Dong Jing. He said with a sharp gaze, "The Weiwu Division has been in constant turmoil recently, and behind every turmoil, it seems that you can be seen. Dong Chasi, do you really think that I, Shen Qing, am blind or deaf?"

Dong Jing's heart trembled. He took a deep breath and tried to make his voice sound more sincere and innocent. "Sir, my loyalty to you is known to all. If there is anything wrong, it must be that my subordinates misunderstood my meaning, or someone deliberately framed me. I am willing to take the blame, but I beg you to give me a chance to find out the truth myself and clear my name."

Shen Qing stared at Dong Jing and fell silent.

In fact, Tian Xiaohu had not really found out where the rumors in the government office in recent days came from. Shen Qing was just lying.

But even so, Shen Qing still got the information he wanted.

After a moment, he sighed softly, his tone softened a bit, and sighed: "It seems that I misunderstood you."

"I am very humbled." Dong Jing bowed and flattered, "The Weiwu Division does not tolerate any secrets. My lord, I am sure you have your own unspeakable secrets. Don't worry, my lord, I will do my best to share your worries."

"Well, I believe in the character of Dong Chasi." Shen Qing waved his hand and said, "You go down first. I want to be alone for a while."

"Yes."

Seeing Dong Jing's back disappearing in the study, Shen Qing's thoughts raced.

He closed his eyes and used his skill of [Photographic Memory] to recall Dong Jing's performance bit by bit.

After discovering that Dong Jing had been "exposed" by him, he showed a moment of panic.

Sure enough there is a problem.

Unexpectedly, this Dong Chasi under him is also a talented actor.

Want to fuck me?
It’s better to strike first.

Shen Qing instructed the attendant at the door, "Ask Tian Xiaohu to come in and tell him that I have something to do."

(End of this chapter)