Right path to power

Fan Yuyan, standing to the side, looked tense and flustered, lowering her head and avoiding Lin Xiao's gaze, her hands tightly clenched together.

It turned out that, for the sake of her own career development, she specially made a sweet photo frame of her old photo with Lin Xiao and placed it on her desk. Then she deliberately mentioned to her colleagues that Lin Xiao was now the deputy director of the county government office.

Soon, the station director, Lü Gexuan, learned of the situation and was overjoyed. He knew Lin Xiao very well, and more importantly, he also wanted to make further progress.

So he called Fan Yuyan to his office to learn more about the situation, and then, taking advantage of the station's adjustment of cadre positions, promoted Fan Yuyan to the position of director of the news department.

Fan Yuyan achieved her ultimate goal, but she remained uneasy because Lu Gexuan had asked her several times to help introduce Lin Xiao to him, but she always made excuses to decline.

This time, the county was making a special educational film, and Lü Gexuan "sensibly" arranged for her to connect with Lin Xiao. Fan Yuyan could no longer refuse, so she had no choice but to bite the bullet and come along. Although she was apprehensive, she thought about calling Lin Xiao to explain, but a sliver of hope made her feel that, given Lin Xiao's kind heart, he probably wouldn't expose her in public.

But what exactly did Lin Xiao mean by saying "Is that so?" just now, and what would Lü Gexuan think about it?

At this moment, Lin Xiao's thoughtful smile made her extremely nervous, as if she were waiting for a "death sentence".

"Director Lin, what exactly happened?"

"Haha, Director Lü, it seems your information is flawed," Lin Xiao said with a faint smile, without offering any further explanation.

But at this moment, the smile on Lü Gexuan's face froze.

What's going on? What did he mean? Could it be that I've been deceived by Fan Yuyan...?

A series of questions filled Lü Gexuan's forehead.

Upon hearing Lin Xiao's words, Fan Yuyan's mind went completely blank. When she came to her senses, a multitude of questions flooded her mind: How did he become like this? Is he still the same person? What should I do? Will Director Lü be angry? Will he dismiss me? No, I finally climbed to this position; I can't give it up so easily. Yes, that's it...

She raised her head, staring intently at Lin Xiao, as if trying to arouse the man's primal desires.

However, Lin Xiao did not respond. Instead, he said calmly again, "Minister Cao, Director Lü, I will resolutely implement and cooperate with the county party committee's work plan. However, this special inspection is being handled by the comrades in the inspection office. My main task is to ensure logistical support and coordination. If you want to obtain more detailed information and materials, you need to contact the inspection office. I will call the inspection office now and ask them to fully cooperate."

"Director Lin..." Lu Gexuan was actually a little flustered.

Instead, Cao Jinchuan interjected promptly, "Director Lin, then we won't bother you any longer. Thank you. We'll head over to the inspection office now, and once the footage is ready, we'll ask you to review it."

He certainly understood what Lin Xiao had just said, but he didn't expect that the director of a TV station would be so unreliable. He hadn't even figured out the real situation before rushing over to take credit. How could he possibly lose face like that?

Lin Xiao stood up and said, "Minister Cao, you're too kind. Let me loosen things up for you."

Lin Xiao waved and closed the door after seeing him to the door.

As soon as they reached the bottom of the stairs, Cao Jinchuan impatiently questioned, "Director Lü, what kind of mess have you made? How am I supposed to put you in this situation? Sigh..."

Lu Gexuan was also frustrated, and even more so, angry. He glared at Fan Yuyan beside him and said, "Little Fan, tell me, what exactly happened?"

"Master Lu, I...I'm sorry...I..."

"What do you mean, 'what do I mean'? Tell me quickly, what happened?"

"I...we've already broken up."

"Oh, when did this happen?"

"It's been a while."

"you......"

Fan Yuyan looked like she was being interrogated, while Lü Gexuan was panting heavily with anger. He had clearly been tricked by his own subordinates. He had only wanted to flatter Lin Xiao, but he had ended up making a bad impression on him and even becoming a laughing stock.

"You, Fan Yuyan, you're really audacious! You actually dared to extend your probationary period and deceive your superiors. You're too bold! Let me tell you, you're still in your probationary period. With your character, I don't think you're suitable for promotion at all!" Lu Gexuan said angrily.

Fan Yuyan was completely dumbfounded. She never expected things to turn out so badly. According to Lü Gexuan, she was going to be dismissed from her post!

How can this be allowed?

Now, her promotion is no longer just her own affair; her relatives, friends, and classmates all know about it. She has received countless congratulations and praises, and she has even hosted several banquets.

If he gets dismissed, where will he put his face? Does he even have any dignity left?

"Director, Director Lu, can you please stop? I really didn't mean to lie to you. Lin Xiao and I are each other's first love. We've been friends for a long time and we have feelings for each other. We just had a fight over a small thing and we're in a cold war. But isn't that a normal thing between couples?"

Also, the station promoted me through proper procedures; they can't just change their minds all the time, or what will people think of you? Promoting an employee can't be done so casually. Besides, if word gets out, it will affect the station's reputation.

If... if you insist on dismissing me, then I'll... I'll complain to the county leaders. If that doesn't work, then... I'll jump off the county government building... I'll do that... I'll do it, I'm not lying to you..."

Fan Yuyan had already gone all out; there was no turning back now. Since she had already lost face, she had to keep her position as director.

Lu Gexuan was stunned. He never expected that the usually gentle and refined young woman would now have such an unreasonable and domineering attitude, even more so than a shrew yelling in the street.

"Fan Yuyan, are you threatening me? Are you threatening the station?"

"I'm not threatening anyone, I'm just stating the facts. Putting that aside, based on my work ability alone, don't I deserve to be a section-level cadre? Is my request excessive...?"

Cao Jinchuan, standing to the side, smiled and shook his head. He didn't know whether he should applaud the exciting scene of the two arguing, or feel sorry for them. He only knew that he was speechless.

Encountering oddballs every day is nothing special, but encountering two oddballs at once is a bit beyond our reach.

"Alright, if you want to argue, go back to your station. This is the county government. If you don't want others to know, then keep arguing. I think you're becoming a unique sight to behold."

After saying that, Cao Jinchuan walked straight ahead, ignoring the two of them.

Fan Yuyan pursed her lips and glared, looking ready to fight another five hundred rounds.

Lu Gexuan felt a wave of helplessness; the woman in front of him was truly unexpected.