The Underground Emperor: Starting with Running Away with His Sister-in-Law

They focused their attention on the casual conversation between Li Shengmin and Ding Xin.

He would occasionally chime in with a few words, making the conversation more interesting with self-deprecating humor.

Ding Xin had a faint smile on his lips, responding with half-hearted words.

In the midst of laughter and conversation...

He would occasionally pick up his teacup and take a sip, using the teacup as cover to subtly observe the behavior and expressions of the three prosecutors in front of him.

After two or three times...

He actually figured something out!

seem...

The relationship between his good friend Zhu Yang and Cui Zhongshi is not very harmonious.

But it's clear...

Li Shengmin, the boss, was very keen to get closer to the two...

interesting!

Upon discovering this, Ding Xin gave a meaningful smile.

At this time...

There was a gentle knock on the door of the private room.

Immediately afterwards...

A group of female waitresses dressed in traditional Korean hanbok walked in.

They gracefully placed one exquisite dish after another on the table, and the aroma instantly filled the entire private room.

Unlike traditional Korean dishes...

Wu Xiuyan arranged all the dishes according to Ding Xin's taste, leaning towards the style of his hometown.

Even the chefs were specially hired from their hometown at high salaries.

after all...

Ding Xin doesn't like kimchi!

Once all the dishes have been served.

Looking at the dazzling array of dishes in front of him, Li Shengmin smiled and exclaimed, "It seems we're in for a treat today! These dishes look absolutely delicious!"

There was a pause.

He then turned to look at Wu Xiuyan and said with a gentle smile, "President Wu Xiuyan, thank you for your trouble!"

Despite his high position...

But when it comes to the variety of food I've tasted...

He might not actually eat as much as those illegal immigrants in the Gari Peak Cave!

can only say...

This is the tragedy of being in a culinary desert.

"I'm glad you like it, Deputy Minister!"

Wu Xiuyan smiled with a slightly reserved air.

Ding Xin watched with a smile, raised his wine glass, and joked with Li Shengmin, "Deputy Minister, the dishes are all served. What do you think? Should I drink the penalty wine first, or should we all have a toast together?"

These words...

In South Korea, where the hierarchical system is extremely strict, this kind of behavior can be considered a bit disrespectful!

but...

It is obvious that...

The deputy minister in front of me had been very kind and approachable from the moment we met...

But they didn't care at all!

He shook his head, feigning helplessness, and said with a wry smile, "Director Ding, are you deliberately trying to provoke me?"

As he spoke...

He immediately put on a hearty smile and picked up his wine glass in a generous manner: "What punishment? Even if I said something wrong just now!"

This is the first time we've all met here...

I propose...

Let's all raise a glass and celebrate this wonderful moment!

The voice just fell.

Everyone responded enthusiastically, raising their glasses and clinking them together with a crisp sound.

Ding Xin clinked glasses with Ding Xin and said with a smile, "Then let's not talk about punishment or no punishment. But I must thank the Vice Minister and the two ministers for their presence. Without further ado, I'll drink to that!"

Having said that...

Ding Xin tilted his head back and drank it all in one gulp.

Intentionally or unintentionally...

He also gave Cui Zhongshi a way out through his words.

But Cui Zhongshi wasn't stupid either...

He sensed the goodwill in Ding Xin's words, and his previously stiff expression softened slightly.

at the same time...

Li Shengmin also noticed this.

He nodded slightly, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes. Without another word, he downed the wine in his glass.

Seeing this, others followed suit!

For a while...

The atmosphere inside the private room became lively.

After several rounds of drinks and several dishes, the conversation became increasingly broad.

They talked about everything under the sun, from north to south, in high-flown discussions...

Zhu Yang perfectly played the role of "lubricant"...

He would occasionally throw in a couple of humorous remarks, which would elicit bursts of laughter from the crowd.

Cui Zhongshi was initially somewhat silent...

But as the topic spread, he gradually got involved.

Wu Xiuyan listened with a smile...

She would frequently pour tea and wine for everyone, demonstrating her elegance and thoughtfulness.

The atmosphere was becoming more and more harmonious...

Ding Xin, however, seemed to suddenly remember something. He put down his wine glass and said to Li Shengmin, "Vice Minister, I have a small request, but I'm not sure if I should say it..."

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Chapter 535 Charitable Foundation

"Ok?"

Li Shengmin, who was engrossed in conversation, paused slightly upon hearing this, but the expression vanished in an instant, and he quickly regained his gentle smile.

He stopped talking and put down his wine glass.

He took out a cigarette case from his pocket, pulled one out and put it in his mouth. Seeing this, Cui Zhongshi, who was standing next to him, quickly took out a lighter and lit it for him.

After lighting...

Li Shengmin took a deep breath, held the cigarette between his fingers, leaned back, and said with a smile still on his face, "Director Ding, please speak freely. Have you encountered any trouble?"

His tone was calm, but there seemed to be something else going on...

Ding Xin understood...

This is the deputy minister expressing his dissatisfaction.

after all...

Everyone knew what was going on at this dinner...

There can be benefits or other things, but there can be no "demands"!

Ding Xin suddenly uttered those words...

That's a bit of a killjoy!

but...