Chapter 2328 - 2328

A young master like Zhang Xiaoyang from the Zhang Family, to be honest, he can go anywhere in Dongnan.

So there's no need to mention a small Dongnan City Culture and Tourism Bureau, especially a director's office in the industry development department.

When he arrived at Liu Zhizhong's office, haha, Liu Zhizhong just happened to be out.

Outside Liu Zhizhong's office, there are the offices of the deputy director and some staff members.

And Liu Zhizhong's office is usually unlocked. He considers himself clean and honest, and important documents are all in the safe, so there's no need for heavy defenses.

Of course, most people follow the rules and wouldn't sneak into Liu Zhizhong's office to steal anything.

Besides, Liu Zhizhong is still a small figure, who would sneak into his office to plant a bug anyway?

However, Liu Zhizhong is a smart person, though he leaves it unguarded, he sometimes has to guard against things.

So, his official bag often contains a counter-surveillance electromagnetic pulse detector. This cautiousness is really important.

Well, this is one of the survival rules in the officialdom!

The officialdom is treacherous, so you can't trust people too easily.

Zhang Xiaoyang arrived at Liu Zhizhong's office and found he wasn't there, secretly chuckling to himself.

You have no idea what he did?

He actually closed the door, locked it, then went under Liu Zhizhong's desk and installed a bug with strong adhesive.

Damn… does Vice County Magistrate Zhang have to do this himself?

Yes!

He installed this thing, which is some black tech stuff; its battery has a fixed amount, only activating recording and simultaneous transmission when someone talks.

Generally speaking, the battery lasts for about three months.

Once the battery is about to run out, it initiates a self-destruct program, slowly oxidizing itself into a heap of plastic and metal waste, sticking in place indefinitely unless discovered. Even if someone finds it, it seems to have been there forever.

The times have come to this, black technology gets even darker, providing more choices for those in need, haha…

Zhang Xiaoyang is also a perceptive person, always feeling that Liu Zhizhong could ultimately become a threat.

No matter the outcome of his grandfather's test this time, Zhang Xiaoyang feels there's no harm in bugging Liu Zhizhong.

Given Zhang Xiaoyang's usual thinking, Liu Zhizhong is at least a substantial official now, truly counts as one.

Since he is an official, is it possible he has no dirt? Haha… Zhang Xiaoyang doesn't believe it.

Once the bug was installed, Zhang Xiaoyang pretended as if nothing had happened, left Liu Zhizhong's office, and went to the deputy director's office next door to ask around, wondering where Liu Zhizhong was, as he's not in the office?

The deputy director saw it was the Zhang family's eldest son, of course, he accompanied him with smiles, saying Liu Zhizhong went to Dongjiang District's Cultural and Tourism Bureau to connect on a project, and would probably return shortly, since there's a meeting in the bureau!

Zhang Xiaoyang then sat down, sipping the tea poured by the other side, smoking a good cigarette offered by them, patiently waiting.

The other person chatted with Zhang Xiaoyang as they spoke, aiming to build rapport.

After hearing a lot, Zhang Xiaoyang felt somewhat annoyed and said he would stroll around the yard.

In truth, he returned to sit in his car, seeking peace, with the car's front facing the gate. As long as Liu Zhizhong drove back, he would definitely see him.

Zhang Xiaoyang is quite sharp, after chatting with the deputy director for a bit, he realized he wouldn't gain anything valuable from the person, nor does the person have much capability, so it's unnecessary to foster a relationship.

Building connections in officialdom is all about choosing people, right? Selectively fostering connections that have beneficial associations is the best!

Not long after, Liu Zhizhong really drove back from outside.

Looking at his Touareg, Zhang Xiaoyang even listened to the engine sound, finding it impressive!

In Zhang Xiaoyang's understanding, this is definitely not a regular imported Touareg; this car got something!

Zhang Xiaoyang secretly smiled, oh, this kid knows how to play it low-key now, huh? One look at the car, it's a customized version, must have cost a lot of money, haha…

Subsequently, Zhang Yangxiao got out of the car, heading towards Liu Zhizhong who had just gotten off.

A bit further away, Liu Zhizhong saw him.

Immediately, Liu Zhizhong slightly frowned: What is he doing here? He wouldn't come without a reason, right? Must be something bad!

Liu Zhizhong is very precise in understanding human nature.

Based on his relationship with Zhang Xiaoyang, good things don't stack up together.

If Zhang Xiaoyang personally comes, it is definitely not only a bad thing but possibly a big thing.

At that moment, Liu Zhizhong maintained his composure, walked toward Zhang Xiaoyang at a normal pace.

Approaching, Liu Zhizhong said calmly, "Vice County Magistrate Zhang, you grace my unit with your presence, is there some good news?"

Though knowing it isn't good news, he must say it this way, that's social etiquette.

Zhang Xiaoyang chuckled and said, "Director Liu seems very busy! After the year, you're venturing into Dongjiang District for new cultural projects?"

Liu Zhizhong replied, "Industry development, it's necessary. If Vice County Magistrate Zhang were moved back to the city, to Dongjiang District as the Vice District Governor, you could really intervene in the ongoing projects, haha…"

Zhang Xiaoyang laughed lightly, with some arrogance, "Alright then, as if I would return to the city to be a mere Vice District Governor in Dongjiang District! I would at least have to be the District Governor, wouldn't you say?"

Liu Zhizhong nodded, expressing understanding, "Indeed, you are among the few officials I've seen capable of determining your own career path, haha… Enough chit-chat, what matter brings Vice County Magistrate Zhang here? Speak straight, I have a meeting at the bureau shortly!"

Liu Zhizhong doesn't want too much small talk with his opponent, it's simply a waste of time and energy.

Zhang Xiaoyang chuckled and said, "Alright, I'll be direct. So next Saturday, my grandfather's 77th birthday, I specifically invite you to Zhang's Manor to celebrate. You are at your peak now, quite prominent in Dongnan City. Grandfather heard somewhat about you, values young talents like you, and would love to meet you!"

Upon hearing this, Liu Zhizhong pondered briefly, then nodded and replied, "Honored by Old Sir Zhang's kindness, not attending the meal to celebrate would be uncultured. Thank Master Zhang and thank Vice County Magistrate Zhang for personally inviting me! I'll definitely be there."

"Yes, dinner starts at 5:30 in the evening. If you come, an hour or two early is enough. Perhaps, grandfather would like to chat with you privately."

"Oh? Well, I'll be on time then."

"Great, see you then!"

Saying this, Zhang Xiaoyang turned and walked towards his car.

Liu Zhizhong couldn't be bothered to see him off, directly went upstairs to retrieve the materials for the meeting...