The Strongest Master Venturing Urban-Chapter 156: Sorry, I Let You Down

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Cao Sanjin was slightly taken aback and blurted out without thinking.

"Wang Jun’s secretary?"

Xu Tai nodded, "That’s right, it’s him! All of Wang Jun’s achievements in Qingshi County came from Chen Bin’s hands."

He then proceeded to recount all of Chen Bin’s glorious deeds.

Of course, there were truths and fabrications among them.

The true parts were the ones everyone knew, such as the construction of Bailing Winery and how Wang Jun would always turn to Chen Bin whenever he encountered difficulties.

As for the fabrications, they were ones Xu Tai had long made up in his mind.

For example, Wang Jun being able to become the secretary of the County Committee was all thanks to Chen Bin’s handiwork.

Under his lavish praise, Chen Bin seemed to morph into a rare all-round genius.

Seeing Cao Sanjin showing genuine interest, Xu Tai continued.

"A talented young man like Chen Bin will inevitably be a dragon among men in the future. If I had another daughter, she would surely marry him."

"He’s not married?"

"No! I’ve heard that plenty of girls are actively pursuing him. By the way, doesn’t your daughter Chenxi still not have a partner? How about I arrange an introduction sometime?"

Cao Sanjin nodded slightly and did not refuse.

The next day, Cao Sanjin convened a small meeting with some leaders regarding the candidate for Qingshi County’s County Committee secretary.

After deliberation, it was decided that Yang Lin would take the post of secretary and Xu Ruoxuan would be promoted to County Magistrate.

After the meeting ended, Xu Tai returned to his office and immediately called Xu Ruoxuan.

He asked her to bring Chen Bin to the city after work in the evening.

Although Xu Ruoxuan wasn’t entirely sure what Xu Tai wanted, she guessed it likely concerned Qingshi County’s personnel matters.

That evening, upon arriving in the city, Xu Tai and his wife were already seated at the dining table, with all the dishes prepared.

Chen Bin and Xu Ruoxuan washed their hands in the bathroom before coming to sit at the table.

Xu Tai held a bottle of unopened Bailing Wine in his hand and smiled at Chen Bin.

"Join me for a drink?"

Seeing him in such a good mood, Chen Bin nodded.

"Sure."

Xu Tai immediately opened the bottle, poured drinks for both himself and Chen Bin, and quickly clinked glasses.

Seeing this, Xu Ruoxuan hurriedly asked.

"Dad, why did you call us back?"

Xu Tai, chewing on a peanut, smiled in reply.

"To celebrate your promotion to the new County Magistrate of Qingshi County!"

Under normal circumstances, Xu Ruoxuan would have been overjoyed.

But recalling the analysis Chen Bin had shared with her the day before, she merely nodded with a composed expression.

"It’s settled already?"

"Yes, the announcement should come soon."

"Yang Lin is becoming secretary?"

Noticing Xu Ruoxuan’s lack of enthusiasm, Xu Tai asked.

"What’s wrong? You don’t want to work alongside Yang Lin?"

"Exactly. I don’t think his character is very good. Conflicts will likely arise."

"What’s there to fear about conflict? Yang Lin doesn’t have anyone backing him, but you’re my daughter. He wouldn’t dare mess with you."

"Even if that’s true, during disagreements, he would still have the final say. I’d just be a figurehead as County Magistrate, wouldn’t I?"

Having worked in government institutions for years, Xu Ruoxuan was all too aware of the power dynamics of a top leader.

Especially in a county setting, it was even more pronounced.

Xu Tai gave Chen Bin a glance and calmly said.

"Yang Lin’s position as top leader is temporary. As long as you can quickly produce results, I guarantee you’ll be able to replace him anytime."

"But Qingshi County already has Bailing Winery; what else can I do?"

As Xu Ruoxuan’s attitude remained lackluster, Xu Tai’s expression gradually darkened.

"Both Qingshi Mountain’s coal mine and Bailing Winery were developed from scratch! With that attitude, what do you think you can accomplish?"

Faced with her father’s rebuke, Xu Ruoxuan instinctively lowered her head, not daring to argue.

At this point, Xu Tai smiled and turned to Chen Bin.

"If Ruoxuan becomes County Magistrate, you’ll be her secretary. I suppose you wouldn’t mind, right?"

Shaking his head, Chen Bin quickly replied.

"Of course not. It would be my honor to be my sister’s secretary!"

"I hope you will support Ruoxuan as you supported Wang Jun. Her achievements will be yours too, understand?"

"Don’t worry. My sister treats me so well; I promise to give my all!"

Since the moment Chen Bin learned of Wang Jun’s downfall, he had been feeling lost about his future path.

For someone like him with no connections or background, climbing the ranks would be extremely difficult.

As things stood, Xu Ruoxuan was the most promising person for him to rely on.

And behind Xu Ruoxuan was Xu Tai.

Xu Tai was an outright careerist, not only constantly striving for self-promotion but also eager for his children to reach greater heights.

With Xu Shaoyang still unmarried and distant from Xu Tai, Xu Tai, facing a stalled career, could only pour all his energy into Xu Ruoxuan.

Earlier, Xu Tai’s explicit instruction for Chen Bin to assist Xu Ruoxuan was exceedingly clear—he regarded Chen Bin as one of his own.

It also showed the recognition of Chen Bin’s abilities.

Therefore, Chen Bin also hoped for Xu Ruoxuan to take another significant step in her political career before Xu Tai retired.

Especially now that Xu Ruoxuan had divorced Feng Lei and could no longer lean on the Feng family’s powerful influence, her future path would undoubtedly be much harder.

Leaving Xu Tai’s residence, the sky outside had already turned dark.

After consulting each other, Chen Bin and Xu Ruoxuan decided to spend the night at the Tianhai house and head back early in the morning.

During her divorce, since Feng Lei was at fault, Xu Ruoxuan received the majority of the assets.

She not only secured a large share of the family estate but also took the car and house.

Regarding their daughter’s custody, Feng Lei, being the guilty party, stood no chance against Xu Ruoxuan.

During the divorce period, Feng Xiaoya was temporarily staying at a nanny’s house for a few days.

Upon arriving at the destination, Xu Ruoxuan led Chen Bin into the house. The interior was no longer as messy as before.

However, while the tables and chairs had returned to their original state, home appliances like the television were noticeably absent.

Chen Bin guessed they must have been broken and discarded.

Xu Ruoxuan had Chen Bin sit on the sofa while she went into the master bedroom to change into a white gauzy nightdress.

The neckline of the nightdress was cut quite low, revealing glimpses of her fair, smooth skin.

The long, shapely legs beneath the nightdress were stunningly eye-catching.

As the breeze swept through the window, the hem of her dress lightly billowed.

In an instant, Chen Bin was reminded of Marilyn Monroe’s iconic pose!

When the hem fully lifted, Chen Bin suddenly caught sight of a pair of pink panties.

Noting Xu Ruoxuan’s preference for such girlish colors, his body’s longing was immediately ignited.

Seeing the heated look in Chen Bin’s gaze, Xu Ruoxuan rolled her eyes at him irritably.

"Look at you! When we first met, you weren’t like this."

Though she said so, Xu Ruoxuan still sat directly on his lap.

Chen Bin slid his hand into her neckline, gently kneading one of her soft forms.

With a chuckle, Chen Bin asked, "What, don’t you like me this way?"

Xu Ruoxuan shook her head faintly and admitted honestly.

"I still prefer a gentleman."

Her words instantly made Chen Bin frown.

Pulling his mischievous hand away from her neckline, he said, looking displeased:

"Sorry for disappointing you..."