Chapter 1904

Chapter 1904: Chapter 1904

Zheng Ting finished introducing herself, pulled out a chair and sat down, and just kept staring at Song Guanchao.

In the Jiangzhou official circles, there weren’t many people who hadn’t heard of Song Guanchao.

Zheng Ting wasn’t an exception.

She looked at Song Guanchao repeatedly, but just couldn’t figure out what was so special about this man.

Song Guanchao thought this woman was a bit strange. He couldn’t help but touch his face and ask, "Is there something on my face?"

Zheng Ting shook her head and then asked, "Director Ning said you want to meet with a foreign-invested supermarket, need my help to negotiate?"

Song Guanchao corrected, "It’s not a negotiation, just accompany me for a meeting. There might be some questions that you’ll need to answer."

Zheng Ting responded with an "Oh," understanding that what was needed was a professional to avoid the embarrassment of being unable to answer questions.

"When’s the meeting?"

"Saturday or Sunday, the exact time is uncertain. We have to head to Beijing tonight."

"Beijing?" Zheng Ting thought it was just in Jiangzhou.

"Can’t you go?"

"I can go." Zheng Ting gave a self-deprecating laugh, "Even if I couldn’t, I’d have to find a way to go."

Song Guanchao detected a hint of resentment in her tone and asked directly, "Do you have an issue with me?"

"It’s our first meeting. What issue could I have with you?"

Zheng Ting chuckled lightly, her eyes showing a hint of mockery, as if laughing at how he could come up with such an unreasonable thought.

Song Guanchao said, "If you have no issue with me, then it must be with the leaders of the Commercial Bureau."

This time, Zheng Ting didn’t deny it.

In both the workplace and the officialdom, it’s common for leaders to suppress subordinates from advancing.

Song Guanchao had experienced and encountered such things during his time in the military.

The recently transferred Chen Xiangdong from Fuyang City was such a case.

The Zheng Ting in front of him was also in such a position.

Song Guanchao didn’t mind offering a hand to someone facing such unfair circumstances.

The premise was that the other person truly was exceptional enough.

Therefore, he didn’t continue to ask nor did he show any intention of helping her.

"Add me as a friend and send your ID and contact info to me," Song Guanchao said.

Zheng Ting added him and sent her documents.

Song Guanchao booked the flight tickets and sent the flight info over, "7:30 PM flight, go pack up, see you at the airport."

"Got it." After Zheng Ting left, Song Guanchao reported the itinerary to Wu Qiangwei.

He stayed in the office until the evening, grabbed a quick bite at the cafeteria, packed a couple of clothes at home, and drove to the airport.

He and Zheng Ting met at the departure hall and waited for the plane together without any surplus conversation.

At nine in the evening, they arrived in Beijing.

At the hotel, looking at the high-end five-star hotel in front of her, Zheng Ting remarked in surprise, "Such high specifications for a business trip?"

Typically, the highest level for a business trip is a four-star hotel.

Only officials at the level of Vice Mayor and above would stay in a five-star hotel.

Song Guanchao didn’t explain, just said, "Once I agree on the time with the other side, I’ll contact you. You can arrange your time freely otherwise."

Zheng Ting asked, "Meeting time hasn’t been set yet?"

"Saturday or Sunday, depending mainly on their schedule," Song Guanchao said, stepping into the elevator.

Upon hearing this, Zheng Ting tightened her coat slightly and stepped back half a step without showing any emotion.

She was puzzled earlier why they arrived so early if today was only Thursday.

Initially, she thought the meeting might be scheduled earlier.

But he did say Saturday or Sunday.

Which meant, there was nothing else scheduled for the next day.

Zheng Ting suddenly recalled that during a past business trip with Chang Youcai, he had hinted at wanting to have a relationship with her.

Instinctively, she also started to be wary of Song Guanchao.

Wondering if Song Guanchao had similar thoughts towards herself.

Her movements were small, but they couldn’t escape Song Guanchao’s observation.

His mouth twitched, and he didn’t bother to say anything.

The elevator stopped, and after finding his room number, he swiped the card and entered without uttering another unnecessary word to her.

Zheng Ting glanced at the room number on her card and walked quietly towards the room next door.

Although Song Guanchao hadn’t made any inappropriate advances, given her past experiences, she couldn’t help but let her thoughts run wild.

After showering, while lying on the bed applying skincare, she suddenly received a call from Song Guanchao.

"Director Song?"

"I wanted to tell you about the foreign-invested supermarket we’re meeting. You should prepare in advance."

"Which one is it?"

"I’ve arranged to meet with the Senior Vice President of Walmart China, Yao Xianwang."

Zheng Ting was astonished. Walmart is renowned worldwide, with substantial assets and many well-known subsidiaries globally.

Like Director Ning, upon hearing that Song Guanchao was bringing in foreign-invested supermarkets, she thought it was just an ordinary small brand.

It turned out to be such a giant.

"I plan to introduce Sam’s Club under Walmart. Chairman Yao should also bring professionals. I’m not sure what questions they’ll ask, so do prepare in advance."

Zheng Ting was even more surprised and couldn’t help but confirm, "Sam’s?"

"Yes." Song Guanchao asked, "Do you feel confident handling it?"

"Absolutely!" Zheng Ting showed no hesitation and spoke with confidence and certainty.

"Then I’ll count on you."

After hanging up, Zheng Ting sat up and turned on her laptop, searching for information while typing away, noting down potential questions that might be raised on the meeting day.

Zheng Ting knew this negotiation would be the biggest challenge of her career.

If they successfully introduced Sam’s Club to Jiangzhou, her achievement would be enough for her to advance further.

Even if Chang Youcai deliberately suppressed her, he couldn’t hold her back.

In the room next door.

Just after finishing the call, there was a knock on the door, Song Guanchao went over and looked through the peephole to see a woman draped in a black trench coat with flowing long hair, exuding a provocative allure.

He opened the door, and before she could speak, he grabbed her wrist and pulled her into the room.

"I haven’t even showered yet," Liang Jiajia murmured, her body already pressed against the door, as Song Guanchao aggressively kissed her, his hands roaming over her body.

After confirming the flight in the afternoon, Song Guanchao called Liang Jiajia.

Liang Jiajia finished work early, dressed up deliberately, and waited expectantly.

Underneath the trench coat were black stockings and a strapless tube top, a sexy and cool outfit, a complete contrast to her usual chic style.

This stark contrast was fatally attractive to Song Guanchao.

She was kissed into a softened state, and his touch heated up her entire body, causing her to let out soft moans.

With a swift toss, Song Guanchao got rid of the trench coat, lifted the satin tube top, bent to lift her by the knees, and swept her into his arms towards the bathroom.

Soon, noises of Liang Jiajia shouting came from inside.

In the room next door.

Zheng Ting, focused on her work, was startled by strange sounds.

Confused, she looked in the direction of the noise.

She distinctly remembered that the next room was Song Guanchao’s.

How could the sounds be coming from there?

"Ah~"

The sounds grew louder, accompanied by men’s panting and the collision of bodies.

Zheng Ting walked up to the wall, pressing her ear against it.

After a while of listening, she was peculiarly sure that the sounds were indeed coming from Song Guanchao’s room.

"Did he hire a prostitute?" Zheng Ting, with her brows furrowed, felt an unspeakable disgust.