The Rich Man's Life Begins with a Comeback

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"manage!"

"It can be done!"

"Definitely!"

After Gu Heng finished speaking, Zhao Hongbo didn't say anything more. Instead, his expression turned solemn, and he immediately expressed his stance to Gu Heng.

"Chairman Gu..."

"You see, there's been a misunderstanding."

Zhao Hongbo said gently, "I was just stuck in my old ways of thinking. If I had known in advance that the province was so encouraging and advocating for technological innovation and rural revitalization this year, I definitely wouldn't have said a single word about difficulties."

"Director Zhao, I wasn't targeting you just now."

Upon hearing this, Gu Heng's expression softened appropriately: "I know you are a good leader who wholeheartedly works for the people's development, and I also know that if you were in charge of this matter, you would definitely not shirk your responsibilities. That's why I was just targeting those incompetent departments in the province."

At this point, Gu Heng picked up his wine glass again.

"Director Zhao, I'm young and sometimes I'm easily impatient."

Gu Heng held his wine glass and looked around. "I may have said something a little too harsh just now. Please forgive me, Director Zhao and all the leaders."

As Gu Heng finished speaking, many leaders from Changbai spoke up, and the slightly oppressive atmosphere in the private room instantly disappeared.

After discussing the talent ecosystem, the final step is credit endorsement.

What is credit endorsement?

In short, it means that businesses gain the trust of customers and partners by leveraging the credibility of the government.

Regarding the major aspects of this policy dividend, Zhencui Group does not require much.

Because Zhencui Group's original intention in establishing this Chinese herbal medicine planting base in the Changbai area was never to sell the Chinese herbal medicines produced by this planting base to the outside world, Zhencui Group does not have any customers and does not need the government to endorse its credit.

At most, there might be a slight need in terms of resource integration.

For example, by having the government act as a facilitator, it would be easier and more convenient for Zhencui Group to connect with state-owned entities such as universities and research institutions.

After the policy benefits that attracting investment could bring to Zhencui Group were basically agreed upon, the banquet tonight came to an end.

After being pulled back and forth with Zhao Hongbo and his gang of old foxes, Gu Heng was really tired, so he used the excuse of going to the restroom to come out of the private room for some fresh air.

He pushed the window open a crack, leaned gently against the wall, and casually lit a small cigar he always carried with him.

The rich aroma of tobacco mixed with a slight chill in the wind sobered Gu Heng up a bit, but it couldn't dispel the restlessness in his heart.

Even though Gu Heng had poured all his resources into Jiang Ruan and Luo Xiwen before leaving Beichun today, he is still somewhat distracted.

Even though Wang Wanning was right beside him and clearly had feelings for him, Gu Heng wasn't the type to be blinded by lust. Before he had the ability to speak with Wang Junjin and others, he didn't plan to touch Wang Wanning.

Sometimes, getting involved with a rich family's daughter can lead to trouble.

At this stage, Gu Heng is still a long way from becoming a well-known entrepreneur like Wang Junjin, who is listed on the Hurun Rich List.

The reason why Wang Junjin acted so approachable and amiable when Gu Heng was in Zhonghai some time ago was because Wang Junjin couldn't figure out his true background.

In reality, what Wang Junjin truly treated with respect was not Gu Heng himself, but the unknown and mysterious background behind Gu Heng. His awe stemmed purely from the unknown.

Wang Wanning was indeed an illegitimate child, but she was recognized as such by the eldest daughter of the Wang family. From a young age, she enjoyed resources and benefits that were almost no different from those of the eldest legitimate daughter of the Wang family.

Under these circumstances, if Gu Heng were to take away Wang Wan Ning's innocence at this stage and have a physical relationship with her, it's impossible to predict how Wang Jun Jin, Su Lei, Wang Yan, and even An Yi Qing would react.

Gu Heng has many women around him.

There's no need to get yourself into unnecessary trouble for the sake of momentary pleasure.

To use a popular phrase these days, it's not that he didn't want to eat Wang Wanning, but rather that he wanted to eat slowly, carefully, and rhythmically.

Gu Heng puffed on a small cigar to let the air out, while simultaneously taking out his phone to scan the screen.

In just one dinner, Gu Heng's WeChat was flooded with dozens of unread messages, most of which were from those women.

Gu Heng browsed through the messages one by one, first replying to Jiang Ruan, Luo Xiwen, and Xu Mo with the most important ones, and then browsing the messages sent to him by other women.

Lin Qingge, Liu Nanyi, Su Tang, Tian Xiwei, Han Yijia...

When Gu Heng saw the message from Feng Yao, his eyebrows couldn't help but rise slightly.

As evening approached, the setting sun cast its golden rays upon the snow-capped mountains, illuminating them beautifully. Upon seeing this scene, Gu Heng took out his phone, snapped a photo, and casually posted it on his WeChat Moments.

Unexpectedly, Feng Yao was also at the Changbai Mountain International Resort.
Two hours ago, Feng Yao sent him a message, but he had just arrived at the restaurant and was busy exchanging pleasantries with Zhao Hongbo and others, so he didn't have time to check his phone.

Over the past two hours, the other party has sent him many messages, including sharing, greetings, and invitations, showing a significantly more enthusiastic response than usual.

Thinking of Feng Yao's standard Korean-style face and her trendy and fashionable clothing style, Gu Heng pondered for a moment and replied to the other party: I was just socializing and just saw the message.

……

The window of the Chinese restaurant at the Park Hyatt Hotel.

Feng Yao looked listless and seemed somewhat absent-minded.

At this moment, the girl sitting next to her was her best friend Cai Wen, who was studying at a university in Beijing and also loved skiing. The two had made an appointment more than a month ago to go skiing in Changbai Mountain and then return to Jiangsu and Zhejiang together for the Spring Festival.

The two boys sitting in front of the two girls were Feng Yao's boyfriend, Gao Junlin, and his college roommate, Li Hanwen.

"Yaoyao, why aren't you eating?"

Seeing that Feng Yao seemed a little absent-minded, Gao Junlin took the initiative to ask with concern, "Is something not to your liking? Or are you feeling unwell?"

"No."

"Just a little tired."

Feng Yao looked at Gao Junlin in front of her, a hint of impatience flashing deep in her eyes.

This trip to Changbai Mountain was originally a sisterly trip with her best friend Cai Wen, but unexpectedly Gao Junlin followed her without saying a word, claiming that he wanted to give her a surprise.

surprise?

Surprise my foot!
They clearly wanted to use this opportunity to get her back to school!
Ever since that night of shouting in the hall, after witnessing Gu Heng's charm and power, Feng Yao couldn't stand Gao Junlin at all.

Both were 18 years old. Recalling Gao Junlin's actions at the hall that night, compared to Gu Heng, he was like a monkey in a circus. Even now, when Feng Yao thinks back on it, she still feels inexplicably embarrassed.

She was originally looking forward to skiing in Changbai Mountain, but Gao Junlin's unannounced arrival ruined most of her good mood.

"Shall we go soak in the hot springs later?"

"Get a good rest tonight, and continue skiing tomorrow."

Gao Junlin tentatively offered a suggestion. Looking at Feng Yao's face, which resembled that of South Korean actress Bae Joo-hyun in her youth, the burning desire in his heart almost consumed his reason.

They've been dating for almost two months now, but so far, not to mention the start of the new semester, he hasn't even kissed Feng Yao on the lips. At most, they just hold hands or hug each other.

Gao Junlin's past invincible record made him always think he was a veteran in love, that he could easily win over any girl and then walk away gracefully.

Until he met Feng Yao, at first he felt things were going smoothly, but after that night, he began to feel that something was wrong.

Gao Junlin wasn't sure if it was just his imagination, but he always felt that Feng Yao and he were somewhat estranged, and that Feng Yao had become a little cold towards him.

But the more Feng Yao acted this way, the more obsessed he became.

Thinking about the sunk costs he had expended on Feng Yao, and how he hadn't even managed to kiss her yet, his heart felt like it was being scratched by a cat.

"I don't like soaking in hot springs."

"After dinner, I want to go back to my room to rest."

Feng Yao shook her head. Right now, her mind was completely focused on Gu Heng, and she didn't want to think about anything else.

Just two hours ago, when she saw on her WeChat Moments that Gu Heng had also come to Changbai Mountain International Resort, the feeling of surprise was even greater than when she got her dream item on her first try in a blind box.

'It must be a special fate that brought us together here!'

That was what Feng Yao was thinking at the time.

Unexpectedly, when she sent a message to Gu Heng with great joy, it was like throwing a stone into the sea; she didn't receive a single reply from him for more than two hours.

Does he think I'm particularly frivolous? Does he think I'm promiscuous and lack self-respect?

Feng Yao was in a state of turmoil, to the point that she had no appetite at all. If her best friend Cai Wen hadn't said she was hungry, she probably would have gone straight back to her room to rest after leaving the ski resort.

However, just as Feng Yao was lost in thought, her phone suddenly vibrated.

Feng Yao subconsciously picked up her phone to check, and when she saw Gu Heng's reply, her heart was filled with endless joy, and she even showed it on her face.

His previous listless and absent-minded state vanished instantly.

Gu Heng: Where do you live?

Feng Yao: I'm at the Park Hyatt Hotel, where are you?

Gu Heng: I'm also at the Park Hyatt Hotel.

Feng Yao: What a coincidence, are you here to ski? Or for work?
Gu Heng: Let's talk about investment and take a skiing vacation while we're at it.

Feng Yao: Wow, that's amazing. So what are your plans after you finish this social engagement?
Gu Heng: The hotel has arranged a private hot spring bath for me. I plan to go soak in it when I get back. Do you like hot springs? Would you like to come with me?
Feng Yao: Is that okay? I love soaking in hot springs!

Gu Heng: I'll send you the location later.

……

Sitting directly opposite Feng Yao, Gao Junlin watched as Feng Yao's expression suddenly changed completely after she picked up her phone. Her fingers seemed glued to the phone screen, and he couldn't help but frown.

"Yaoyao, who are you chatting with?"

Gao Junlin's tone carried a hint of jealousy.

"friend."

Feng Yao responded without looking up.

"What friends are you chatting with so happily?"

Gao Junlin pressed further, "Male or female?"

Perhaps it was because of his jealousy, or perhaps it was because Feng Yao had been acting coldly lately, that Gao Junlin's tone became inexplicably sharp.

Feng Yao paused for a moment, looked up at Gao Junlin, then said nothing and lowered her head again to continue sending messages.

For a moment, the atmosphere at the dining table became somewhat awkward.

"Of course it's a woman."

"Yaoyao is chatting with Jiang Mengxue."

“Jiang Mengxue and I were high school classmates, and we are best friends.”

Cai Wen sat next to Feng Yao, and from her perspective, she could naturally see who Feng Yao was chatting with. Although she didn't know who Gu Heng was, she knew from the name that it was a boy's name.

However, knowing this was one thing, she certainly couldn't tell the truth. She could only smile and step forward to smooth things over, helping Feng Yao get through the matter.

Feng Yao remained silent, which was taken as tacit agreement with Cai Wen's statement.

"Really?"

Gao Junlin still harbored doubts.

"believe it or not."

Feng Yao suddenly stood up from her chair: "Gao Junlin, I just said I'm tired, but you're still nagging me."

"First of all, I never invited you to come skiing in Changbai Mountain with me. You just followed me here like a little shadow."

"Secondly, you can be really annoying at times, and very childish and immature."

"Finally, I'm very tired today and I want to rest. I hope you won't bother me again tonight, okay?"

After speaking coldly to Gao Junlin, Feng Yao pulled Cai Wen up and left without giving Gao Junlin a chance to speak.

"no?"

"Is she sick?"

"I came all this way to surprise her, and now it's become my fault?"

Gao Junlin was completely bewildered: "Besides, as her boyfriend, what's wrong with me just asking who she was chatting with, whether it was a man or a woman?"

"do not be angry."

"She might just be in a bad mood."

Li Hanwen offered a few words of comfort, then whispered, "Since she said you shouldn't bother her tonight, how about we go to that bar nearby? I read online that there are tons of hot girls there during the snow season, and lots of romantic encounters!"

"Let's go!"

"I've been holding it in for days!"

"We have to have a blast tonight!"

Upon hearing this, Gao Junlin was immediately tempted.

……

the other side.

Just a second before Feng Yao led Cai Wen out of the Chinese restaurant, she looked as cold as ice, but the next second, she became excited.

"Sorry, baby!"

As Feng Yao walked towards their room, she said to Cai Wen beside her, "You're free to do whatever you want tonight. I have to go out later!"

"no?"

"What exactly is going on?"

Cai Wen was a little confused by Feng Yao.

"My idol is in Changbai Mountain, I'm going to see him later."

Feng Yao answered succinctly.

"Your crush?"

"You have a male god?"

Cai Wen looked completely bewildered: "So you said those things to Gao Junlin just now so you wouldn't be disturbed when you went to see your crush tonight?"

Yes~

Feng Yao nodded quite readily.

"no?"

"Yaoyao, are you crazy?"

"You have a boyfriend, this isn't a good thing to do."

Cai Wen looked somewhat conflicted and whispered, "Just how good is he to you that you're so infatuated?"

"Hey..."

"Wenwen, I'll tell you when I get back."

"Time is tight, I still need to shower and put on makeup."

Feng Yao's heart had already flown away, and she had no mood to explain anything to Cai Wen. After returning to their room, she threw a couple of sentences at Cai Wen and then rushed into the bathroom.

"Gu Heng?"

"Male god?"

Seeing this, Cai Wen's expression turned thoughtful...

(End of this chapter)