Absolute power in officialdom

Chapter 400 Liao Shanshan's Beauty Trap

Lin Xue held Wu Zhiyuan in high regard not only because he was handsome, knew how to massage, was sensible, and capable, but also because Wu Zhiyuan looked remarkably like her first boyfriend.

With Wu Zhiyuan, she could find the feeling of first love.

Wu Zhiyuan was actually well aware of this.

He was giving the massage with great care.

Lin Xue suddenly asked, "Zhiyuan, what do you think is Qingyan's biggest problem?"

Wu Zhiyuan thought for a moment: "On the surface, we lack money, projects, and talent. But at the root, we lack confidence."

"confidence?"

"Yes. During my time in Qingyan, I visited several townships and talked with many officials."

The biggest feeling is that many people have become accustomed to the mindset that "Qingyan is just like this".

They think we're a poor county, we can't compete with others, big projects won't come, and we won't get good policies. This mentality is more dangerous than a lack of money.

Lin Xue was silent for a moment, then said, "You've hit the nail on the head."

The development of a region depends on projects in the short term, policies in the medium term, and the people's hearts and minds in the long term.

If people's hearts are scattered, no amount of money can help them recover.

When people are united, even a poor place can find a way out.

"Therefore, since I took office, I have been striving to get the Song Group of Country A to invest in the logistics industrial park, and trying to get the wildlife park to be located there. Now I am targeting projects such as the new campus of the provincial vocational college and the auto parts industrial park."

In addition, the county is also reviewing a package of projects and increasing its efforts to attract investment.

These things are important in themselves, but more importantly, they show the cadres and people of Qingyan that we can also accomplish great things and secure major projects.

Once this confidence is established, it's more effective than any mobilization speech.

"Zhiyuan, you've grown faster than I imagined. You're not only capable of getting things done, but you also delve into the root of problems."

"Sister Lin's guidance was truly effective. I clearly remember what you said to me when you came to Longcheng as the Party Secretary:"

The highest level of officialdom is not about how capable one is, but about how many people one can mobilize.

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Liao Shanshan had been racking her brains trying to figure out how to complete the task assigned by Wu Zhiyuan and obtain the video of Yuan Jin and others fooling around at the villa.

During this time, Jiang Xiaohua also inquired about the progress, but Liao Shanshan used the excuse that Wu Zhiyuan was busy with work and difficult to approach to brush her off.

Jiang Xiaohua wasn't in a hurry and encouraged her: Good things take time, and good things come to those who wait.

Liao Shanshan felt like she had become a double agent.

But it's clear that she's more inclined to side with Wu Zhiyuan.

Rumors are already circulating that Yuan Jin is going to be promoted or transferred.

She needed to complete the task before Yuan Jin was transferred.

Of course, she knew very well that she needed a breakthrough to complete the mission.

And she soon found this breakthrough.

That afternoon, Liao Jinshen came to the hotel on business.

They claimed to be running errands, but in reality, they were just strolling around, or rather, hunting for romantic encounters.

He was a womanizer, and he knew there were beautiful girls at the Qingyan Hotel.

Moreover, there are also beautiful young women, such as Liao Shanshan.

Liao Jinshen, driving a luxury car worth millions, wearing a sharp suit and with his hair slicked back, drove around the hotel and happened to see Liao Shanshan.

His eyes lit up: "Sister Shanshan, are you busy?"

"Jin Shen is here? What's the matter?" Liao Shanshan asked casually.

"Can't I come to see you if there's nothing wrong?" Liao Jinshen's eyes roamed over Liao Shanshan's body.

Liao Shanshan wore a navy blue suit skirt, which accentuated her curvaceous figure.

Liao Jinshen's gaze lingered on her ample breasts for several seconds.

Liao Shanshan noticed, but pretended not to see it, and smiled slightly: "Jin Shen, you're the deputy director now, aren't you busy with work? You still have time to stroll around the hotel."

"Busy? Of course I'm busy! But no matter how busy I am, I still have to come and see Sister Shanshan."

Last time at the resort, you weren't feeling well and left early, so I didn't get a chance to properly toast you.

"I can't drink much."

"Tea is fine too. Sister Shanshan, are you free tonight? I'd like to treat you to dinner."

Liao Shanshan's heart skipped a beat.

She always remembered Wu Zhiyuan's words: Liao Chenggong's villa was Yuan Jin and others' "red mansion," and Liao Jinshen was Liao Chenggong's son, so he must know about those videos. If they could get a breakthrough from him...

"I've been very busy lately," Liao Shanshan said, playing hard to get.

Liao Jinshen quickly said, "Sister Shanshan, no matter how busy you are, you still need to eat. There's no time like the present, how about tonight?"

Liao Shanshan feigned hesitation and said, "I really can't tonight. I have an important reception assignment, and I don't know if I'll have time tomorrow night."

Seeing that Liao Shanshan had relented, Liao Jinshen pressed his advantage: "Sister Shanshan, then I'll make a reservation in advance. You must come tomorrow night."

"Jin Shen, who else is there?"

"Sister Shanshan, who are you hoping to see?"

"I don't like crowds."

"Great minds think alike! I also don't like crowds. Just the two of us. I'll drive to the hotel to pick you up tomorrow night."

Liao Shanshan neither agreed nor refused outright: "Tomorrow night should be fine, but I'm afraid there might be some important reception duties again."

"Sister Shanshan, you can't be too busy with work. Even if there are reception duties, aren't there the manager and other deputy managers?"

Liao Shanshan was taken aback for a moment: "That makes sense."

Liao Jinshen lowered his voice: "Sister Shanshan, life is short, so enjoy it while you can."

I had a friend who was worth hundreds of millions, but he died of sudden cardiac arrest.

What is the most tragic thing in the world? It is having a lot of money but not being able to spend it.

So, I'm living for the moment, enjoying life to the fullest.

Sister Shanshan, please don't criticize me for being pessimistic, but some things really shouldn't be taken too seriously.

Liao Shanshan said thoughtfully, "Jin Shen, what you said seems to make some sense."

"Sister Shanshan, it's so kind of you to approve of me. I'll pick you up tomorrow night."

Liao Shanshan hesitated for a moment, then nodded: "Okay. Just something to eat is fine."

"No trouble at all, no trouble at all. Sister Shanshan, let's make it a pleasant decision then."

Liao Shanshan nodded.

Liao Jinshen stood there for a while longer, but seeing that Liao Shanshan was no longer paying attention to him, he had no choice but to leave awkwardly.

Watching his retreating figure, Liao Shanshan's lips curled into a cold smile.

The fish has taken the bait.

Liao Jinshen really arrived the following evening.

This time he drove a Bentley, which was even more impressive than the luxury car he drove yesterday.

"Sister Shanshan, you look beautiful today."

Liao Shanshan wore a burgundy knitted dress with light makeup, which perfectly accentuated her mature womanly charm.

She smiled and got into the car.

"Jin Shen, how many cars does your family actually own?"

"Not many, maybe seven or eight," Liao Jinshen said nonchalantly. "My dad said that a car is a man's status symbol."

There are specific rules about what level of leader you're meeting and what level of car you're driving.

The car drove towards a mountain resort outside the city. Liao Jinshen drove while trying to find topics to talk about.

"Sister Shanshan, have you lost weight recently? Your figure is getting better and better."

"Really? Maybe it's because I've been busy with work lately and haven't been eating properly."

"That won't do. Your health is the foundation of everything. I'll prepare a few extra dishes tonight to help you recover properly."

Liao Shanshan smiled but didn't reply.

The car drove for about ten minutes before arriving at the resort.

The villa is located at the foot of a small hill on the outskirts of the city. The walls are high and the gate is an antique-style archway with two stone lions crouching at the entrance.

The courtyard features pavilions, towers, bridges, and flowing water, reminiscent of the charm of gardens in southern China.

Dinner was arranged in an elegant private room for two people. It consisted of eight dishes and a soup, all of which were delicacies from land and sea – quite luxurious.

The Liao family makes a fortune every day, so they don't care about this little bit of money.

"Sister Shanshan, don't be fooled by my family's current success. My dad started from humble beginnings and worked his way up step by step."

He often told me, "These days, you can't get anything done without connections."

"So your dad has a wide network of connections?"

"Of course. My dad has influence with leaders in the county and city."

As you know, Secretary Yuan, County Head Chen, and Director Deng are all frequent guests at my home.

Liao Shanshan said calmly, "Your family is really impressive. How can you possibly entertain so many leaders visiting the resort?"

"What's there to complain about in terms of hospitality?" Liao Jinshen said dismissively. "The resort is specifically designed to cater to them. Eating, drinking, playing, and entertainment—it's a one-stop service."

When leaders come to the resort, it's not just for a meal. My dad arranges some special activities.

We'll find some young and pretty girls to keep the leaders company by drinking, chatting, giving massages, and even sleeping with them.

"Where did you find those girls?"

"Some are college students working part-time, while others are models and internet celebrities invited from other places."

As he spoke, his eyes darted back and forth over Liao Shanshan.

Liao Shanshan feigned interest: "Aren't you afraid of getting into trouble? What if someone finds out..."

"What are you afraid of? Everyone in the manor is one of our own, and they're very tight-lipped."

Besides, even if someone wanted to sue, did they have any evidence?

"What if someone secretly records or films us?"

Liao Jinshen was stunned for a moment, then laughed: "Sister Shanshan, you watch too many TV dramas, don't you?"

Who would dare record audio or video here? That's practically suicide!

"Will you guys record it yourselves?" Liao Shanshan said half-jokingly. "I saw online that some bosses install cameras in their rooms to record their superiors' misdeeds so they can get things done later."

Liao Jinshen's expression was somewhat subtle.

He picked up his glass, took a big gulp, and seemed to be thinking about something.

"Sister Shanshan, you can't say things like that carelessly." His tone became somewhat serious.

Liao Shanshan felt a pang of anxiety, realizing she might have been too direct in her question.

She quickly changed the subject: "I was just asking casually. Here, let me toast you again, with tea instead of wine."

She picked up her teacup and clinked it against Liao Jinshen's.

After finishing his drink, Liao Jinshen remained silent for a while before saying, "Sister Shanshan, what you just mentioned isn't entirely untrue."

Liao Shanshan's heart skipped a beat, but her face remained expressionless: "What do you mean?"

"My dad is a very cautious person. He often says that there are no permanent friends in this world, only permanent interests."

The person who calls you brother today might betray you tomorrow. So…”

"So your dad had a backup plan?"

Liao Jinshen nodded: "On some important occasions, we do keep some souvenirs."

However, this is all for self-preservation, not to harm others.

Liao Shanshan was overjoyed, but her face remained calm: "Where are all these mementos kept?"

"I can't say," Liao Jinshen shook his head. "Sister Shanshan, you're asking too many questions."

Liao Shanshan knew she couldn't press the matter further, or it would arouse suspicion, so she said, "I was just curious and asking casually. If you don't want to tell me, that's fine."

Liao Shanshan's face was gloomy.

She knew exactly what Liao Jinshen wanted to achieve by repeatedly inviting her to dinner.

It's nothing more than sleeping with her.

"Sister Shanshan, are you unhappy?"

"no."

"Don't lie. I can tell you're unhappy. I didn't mean to hide it from you, but there are some things that shouldn't be known to outsiders."

"Jin Shen, no matter what, in your eyes I am still an outsider."

"Sister Shanshan, why do you suddenly want to watch those secretly filmed videos?"

"I'm just curious. I want to see what positions these leaders use with which women..."

"If my dad finds out, he'll beat me to death."

"If you don't tell me, and I don't tell you, who will know? I'm just curious and want to broaden my horizons. Why would I tell anyone? Besides, I'm a divorced, single woman, who would I tell?"

Liao Jinshen hesitated for a moment, then finally relented: "Alright then. But you can only watch for a short while."

"it is good."