Chapter 27: Ning Xin's Old Dad

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  Jiang Jiao Street, Huiguo Roujia, still in that private room, just with a few different people today.

  This was Tang Sheng's first time seeing Ning Tianyou. Not counting the memories, only his eldest daughter Ning Xin accompanied District Mayor Ning.

  There were only three people in the room, Tang Sheng seemed to be the host, Ning Tianyou had a feeling of being unable to laugh or cry. As a deputy district head, I actually attended a banquet for a young student? If this gets out, no one will believe it, fortunately my daughter was mediating in between.

  Ning Xin indeed said a lot to Tang Sheng, not because she had a simple good impression of him, but was shocked by the young man's grand emotions of worrying about the country and the people, and even more admired his insight and wisdom, as well as his views on the current situation of Old Tang Alley's demolition and relocation.

  In short, Ning Xin didn't think that Tang Sheng was just an ignorant kid, but rather a profound and inscrutable person.

  As Tang Sheng sized up Ning Tianya, Ning Tianya was also sizing up the young man. He was really only seventeen years old?

  He somewhat believed his daughter's speculation, as the district head of the city, he had met with Tang Tianzhen, the newly appointed secretary of Jiangling Municipal Party Committee, several times. At this time, he vaguely saw the outline of Secretary Tang's youth from Tang Sheng's face, although he didn't dare to confirm it.

  However, Tang Sheng's calmness and maturity after seeing himself made Ning Tianyou very appreciative. He possessed a depth that didn't belong to a seventeen-year-old youth. His bright eyes hid an unpredictable wisdom that even he couldn't see through this young man.

  At that moment, Ning Tianyou gave Tang Sheng a brand new evaluation, and exchanged a glance with his daughter Ning Xin, nodding slightly.

  Tang Sheng stood up to pour wine for Ning Tianyou, "Director Ning, this 'Jiangling Spring' is over 60 yuan a bottle. For an official like you at the deputy department level, drinking it doesn't count as corruption. Besides, you're drinking your own wine, who can say anything about that?"

  Ning Tianyou smiled and glanced at Ning Xin. Ning Xin furrowed her brow and said, "Hey, I remember it was you who invited us to dinner, right?"

  Tang Sheng flicked his mouth, poured a full glass of wine and put down the bottle, then directly pulled out a dozen or so coins from his pocket and piled them in front of Ning Xin. "Commissioner sister, this is all my savings, make up for the difference for this meal... even if you're willing to let me treat Ning Bo, he won't agree, I'm just a poor student, what can I afford? This month's living expenses have already been spent, didn't you tell me to work at the hot pot restaurant for a month? Alright, sister, don't glare at me, consider it as me owing you one meal, okay? Next time when I have money, I'll treat you."

  Ning Tianyou burst out laughing, Ning Xin also covered her mouth and laughed, giving Tang Sheng a white eye, "Dad, ran into a little rascal..."

  "Hah... Brother Sheng is right, can't let poor students treat me, too embarrassing! Daughter, you pay the bill for Dad!"

  "Ah, Dad, whatever you say I'll listen!" Ning Xin smiled and nodded, the atmosphere suddenly became much more harmonious.

  Tang Sheng got up and put the few pieces of change back into his pocket, "Huh... this little bit of money can still keep me alive for three to five days."

  Ning Xin rolled her eyes, and Ning Tianyou laughed again before saying: "... Brother Sheng, I didn't come just to eat this meal, did I?"

  This sentence directly introduced the topic, and Tang Sheng also received a joking attitude, nodding slightly.

  "Mr. Ning is Mr. Ning after all, and I couldn't hide this little thought from you. May I ask you a question first?"

  "Uh-huh, you talk, I'm listening."

  Ning Tianyou is dignified and composed, with the demeanor of a superior. In his two conversations with his daughter, he gained a deeper understanding of Tang Sheng, realizing that this young man cannot be underestimated, and that he should not be treated like a child. The words his daughter relayed to him made him feel a sense of anticipation towards Tang Sheng as well.

  "Alright, Uncle Ning, may I ask why the bearing factory has not applied for bankruptcy yet?"

  Tang Sheng's sudden question made Ning Tianyou pause for a moment, and Ning Xin was also confused.

  Ning Tianyou furrowed his brow and said slowly, "You continue speaking, Uncle will give you an answer later, okay?"

  Tang nodded, "Ning uncle, I think the district government also has some plans and ideas for this 600-acre land of Jiang Xiao Street Bearing Factory. However, since the factory hasn't applied for bankruptcy yet, this issue can't be put on the agenda of the district's standing committee meeting... Maybe in a year or two, there will be some related planning released, which means those poor workers who were laid off from the bearing factory will have to suffer for another two years. I think this reflects the incompetence and inaction of local government officials, sis, don't glare at me..."

  Ning Xin's glare was because Tang Sheng's words were very impolite, daring to mock his father in front of him and list his shortcomings?

  Ning Tianyou patted his daughter's arm and smiled at Tang Sheng, nodding his chin for him to continue speaking.

  Tang Sheng simply rolled his eyes at Ning Xin and continued: "...Uncle Ning, you need to consider this matter."

  "Brother Sheng, you invited me here to discuss the bearing factory's affairs? This seems unrelated to the demolition and relocation of Lao Tang Alley. In fact, the relocation of Lao Tang Alley is currently the most headache-inducing issue for the district government. How can I possibly bring up another matter that would lead to the bankruptcy of the bearing factory?"

  "Mr. Ning, the height you're standing at is probably not something I can reach, but some things are like being in a situation and being clear-headed when observing from the outside. Tang Yu's Jiang Yu Group did take down the demolition and relocation rights of Old Tang Alley, but haven't you heard about Jiang Yu's demolition and relocation case?"

  Ning Tianyou nodded first, showing that he understood, but the bitter smile that followed was telling Tang Sheng 'we are also powerless'.

  "Director Ning, it's all about human effort, isn't it? Tang Yu is a wealthy and arrogant man. He even disregarded the district government's opinions on the demolition and relocation of Old Tang Alley. Should the district government just let him do as he pleases? Where are the interests of the common people? Do we have to wait for something to happen before taking strong measures? I know Tang Yu has a wide network in Jiangling, but that doesn't mean he can cover up the sky with one hand. Besides, if he has a clever plan, the district government should prepare a ladder to climb over the wall. Businessmen are only interested in profits and will be jealous like a dog seeing meat. It's not difficult for the district government to control Tang Yu. Just throw him a piece of meat and let him think about it. The 600 mu of land from the bearing factory is just a big piece of meat!"

  At this point, Ning Tianyou suddenly had a feeling of breaking through the clouds and seeing the sun, and his eyes suddenly lit up.

  He took a deep breath, picked up his cigarette and lit one, "Hmmm... go on..."

  "I've analyzed the prospects of Jiangxiao Street Bearing Factory's 600 mu of land... It has a unique advantage, if it is transformed into a commercial street, within three years it will be the most prosperous street in Jiangling... Simply put, let the bearing factory go bankrupt and let Tang Wei's Jiangwei Group take over the relocation of the factory workers. The land can be returned to him, but the demolition and relocation of Lao Tang Alley must be carried out according to the district government's opinion. Besides, I know that Tang Wei doesn't buy into the district government's account. If Ning Bobo trusts me, I will be a suitable intermediary."

  Ning Tianyou's brain quickly digested Tang Sheng's words, and a clear plan gradually emerged in his mind.

  "In Jiangling, no one dared to smash Tang Yu's car, but you smashed his car and he didn't even react. I should believe in your abilities."

  Tang Sheng looked at Ning Xin after hearing this, but Ning Xin avoided his gaze and continued eating her food quietly.

  "Oh... that was just a momentary lapse, a childish impulse. He blamed me too, but I couldn't afford to compensate even if I wanted to."

  "Hah... what a slip-up! If I don't do something about it, won't you 'accidentally' smash the glass in my house?"

  Tang Sheng scratched his head and stared at Ning Xin again, awkwardly saying: "How dare I? Sister Ning is not taking me to the teahouse."

  Ning Xin snorted and gave him a flirtatious glance, "You got off cheap by just drinking tea, you'd be directly detained and thrown into the class room if it were up to me."

  The three of them burst out laughing, and after dinner, they strolled along Jiangxiao Street together on foot. Ning considered this a thorough investigation of the actual situation in the area. He was only fifty years old, full of energy, tall and imposing, with an air of authority about him.

  At around 3 pm, Ning Xin drove with his father and Tang Sheng. He first sent Ning Dazhong out of the house, then took Tang Sheng out.

  After the car got on the road, the speed slowed down significantly. The two people's quarrel yesterday unintentionally broke a taboo, causing a subtle relationship between them. Even Ning Xin's usual cheerfulness felt a bit awkward in front of the little man who had pinched her own soft chest.

  Tang Sheng, however, was completely at ease, and simply took off his shoes and put his legs on the assistant's seat, causing Ning Xin to frown.

  "Hey... are you kidding me? Do you want to make my car smell like foot sweat?"

  "Please, Sister Ning, I've never had athlete's foot before. After following the leader for a walk, my feet are sore. Let me loosen them up a bit."

  Ning Xin couldn't help but say, "What did you say yesterday? You invited me to dinner and now today, it's the other way around, I ended up treating you instead?"

  "Sister, you're supporting me, can you bear to let me spend money? Besides, I'm really embarrassed about being penniless!"

  "Do you believe I can kick you down with one foot?" Ning Xin gritted her silver teeth, and a hint of red appeared on her pretty face.

  "Damn it, I haven't fully digested yesterday's yet, and this morning I didn't even have 'morning wood', I'm hurt!"

  Ning Xin's face turned even redder, she turned her head to the left, that hatred in her heart, being teased again, was infuriating! You're really asking for a beating!

  "Xin jie... there are some things that Ning Bo Bo can't tell you, nor can he teach you how to do them. However, regarding the bankruptcy of the bearing factory, Ning jie, you must help out. From what I know, that Liu Chang Zhang hasn't taken any bribes lightly. You should gather some materials on him."

  Seeing her embarrassment, Tang Sheng hurriedly changed the subject. Ning Xin turned back and said, "You say you're not very old, how come your mind is so bad?"

  "When dealing with bad people, you have to be worse than them, otherwise you can't collect from them. And also, Xin Jie, this is related to your father's career advancement, who can say anything if you help him? I also want to take advantage of the situation, how else can I turn the tables on you?"

  "You think you can afford me, you little brat?" Ning Xin gritted her teeth and glared.

  "Temporarily support me, I was thinking that I was secretly supported by the super police flower, and that excitement, I dreamed of you yesterday."

  "Ah?" Ning Xin's face suddenly turned red. This guy had said before that whoever he dreamed of would be unlucky, and must have been made to look bad by him in the dream.

  "Alas, once I have that kind of dream, things can't get any worse. The most unfortunate thing is that after waking up, I found out I had no underwear to change into, how depressing."

  Ning Xin smiled with a mix of shyness and anger, unable to hold back a snort, "…Serves you right, you little scamp!"

  At this time, Tang Sheng whistled and hummed a tune, "...plucking my beloved pipa, singing that moving ballad..."