Officialdom: The beautiful leader took me to the top

Based on the clues currently available, Tang Shi should be the son of Song Chenfeng and his ex-wife.

As for Song Ci, he should be the son of Song Chenfeng and Li Ying.

Of course, what intrigued Li Zhihua even more was that the case from back then had caused such a sensation.

Not only was Lao Shu implicated, but the two siblings who left home also suffered setbacks one after another.

Why is it that Song Chenfeng, this son-in-law, is able to remain unscathed and even rise steadily in his career?

Regardless of the outcome, Li Zhihua had a premonition that there must have been some unavoidable hidden reason behind this incident back then.

If this lid is really lifted, it will inevitably stir up another bloody storm!

This is precisely what Li Zhihua is worried about.

Whether Li Ying wants revenge or Song Chenfeng wants to consolidate his power, Li Dong, the son-in-law, is bound to be implicated.

To be honest, Li Zhihua didn't care about the resources behind Song Ci.

Compared to now, she would much rather Song Ci be an ordinary, plain girl, someone who can live a simple life.

If Li Dongzhen really wanted to advance his career in officialdom, Li Zhihua could pave the way for him with his connections.

But now, Song Ci has such a powerful network of connections, so powerful that it's terrifying!

If this connection is helpful, that's fine; but what if it's an obstacle?

If given a choice, Li Zhihua would even like to do what Li Ying did and break up the couple.

But now, it seems too late.

Li Dong and Song Ci's relationship is stable and impenetrable.

Do you think you can break them up with just a few words between her and Li Ying?

Hard!

Not to mention, Song Ci has now gained the approval of her elder brother and sister-in-law and has become the daughter-in-law of the Li family.

Moreover, Song Ci's work is impeccable in every aspect, leaving no room for criticism.

Even if Song Ci isn't outstanding, at least she gave birth to a child for Li Dong!

As long as this child is alive, Li Zhihua will never break up this marriage, nor will he allow anyone to take Song Ci away!

Thinking of this, Li Zhihua took a deep breath and raised his hand to rub his slightly tight temples.

Li Dong, that kid, how did he even manage to climb the ladder to heaven?

It was clear that he had stumbled into the innermost, most deeply entrenched circle of powerful figures in Handong!

The benefits are obvious: Song Chenfeng's connections within the Han University clique and his influence within the political and legal system can all be used by Li Dong.

Furthermore, Li Dong's hidden resources and influence in both political and business circles, even away from home, can give him an even greater advantage.

As long as Li Dong can integrate the resources of both sides, he will have a smooth career, whether he goes into politics or business in the future.

But what about the risks?

Although so many years have passed since I left home, a tall tree catches the wind.

Li Ying's low-key return to China this time must be for something big, and there are probably many eyes secretly watching her movements.

Song Chenfeng, as the Party Secretary of Wuhan University, was already in the spotlight, and now he has been suddenly transferred to the Provincial Political and Legal Affairs Commission.

What untold secrets lie behind this transfer?

If someone with ulterior motives takes advantage of the relationship between Li Dong and Song Ci, not only could they not curry favor, but the entire Li family could be dragged into the vortex!

Originally, Li Zhihua wanted to rest for a while longer after returning to China.

The period when she was hiding her identity was the most relaxed time for her.

However, judging from the current situation, her identity probably can't be kept secret for long!

Meanwhile, Li Dong finally found Song Ci downstairs.

Unexpectedly, Song Ci squatted in the corner of the hospital building, hugging her knees with both hands, and even burying her face tightly between her knees.

When he walked over, he saw Song Ci's shoulders trembling, clearly crying, though her sobs were suppressed.

Li Dong was startled and tentatively asked, "Senior Sister?"

Hearing Li Dong's voice, Song Ci looked up, her eyes brimming with tears, and choked out, "Husband..."

Those two simple words shattered Li Dong's psychological defenses.

Li Dong didn't care about anything else and took three steps at a time to walk forward.

He took off his coat as he walked.

As he squatted down in front of Song Ci, he casually draped his coat over her shoulders.

Li Dong pulled the person into his arms. "I'm here. What's wrong? Did something happen?"

Song Ci didn't say anything, she just kept snuggling into Li Dong's arms.

This was the first time Li Dong had seen Song Ci's emotions change like this. Without asking any questions, he held her tightly and gently patted her shoulder.

After a while, Song Ci's emotions finally calmed down.

Li Dong tentatively asked, "Was Aunt Li here just now?"

Besides this, Li Dong couldn't think of any other reason that could cause the usually strong Song Ci to break down like this.

He wanted to chase after her earlier because he didn't want Song Ci to face Li Ying alone, but it seems he was too late.

Song Ci nodded. "Yes, she just arrived."

"I had a huge fight with her, and I also..."

Li Dong asked, "What's wrong with you? Don't tell me you guys started fighting?"

Song Ci choked up and said, "I...I...I slapped her."

Clearly, Li Dong was also taken aback by this answer.

On one hand, I was worried, and on the other hand, I felt sorry for him.

For Li Dong's sake, Song Ci actually broke ties with her birth mother so drastically. How could he possibly repay her?

Song Ci asked, somewhat bewildered, "Li Dong, did I do something wrong?"

“She is my mother. I don’t want to do this, I dare not do this, and I should not do this.”

"But what she did today was too much. She went to any lengths to achieve her goal, and she didn't even show the slightest remorse."

"What difference is there between such behavior and that of an executioner who disregards human life?"

"I...I really don't know what to do..."

"If something really happened to Dad today, I... I don't even know how I would face you..."

"Li Dong, do you think I'm a bad woman?"

Li Dong hugged Song Ci tightly, "Senior sister, please don't underestimate yourself. You are the best woman in the world in my heart. No one can compare to you!"

Song Ci looked aggrieved. "At a time like this, you're still joking with me."

"Li Dong, sometimes I really feel like it was a mistake for the two of us to get together."

“I even feel that I am not a good daughter-in-law.”

"Li Dong, how about..."

Before Song Ci could finish speaking, Li Dong stared at her with his eyes and asked, "Otherwise what?"

Song Ci originally wanted to say, "Why don't we separate and take some time to cool off?"

Think it over carefully, whether you want to continue with this marriage.

As a result, when Li Dong stared at her like that, she dared not continue speaking.

After hesitating for a moment, she shook her head and casually denied it, saying, "No...nothing..."

Li Dong straightened her body and said, "Song Ci, listen to me carefully. I know what you want to say."

"But let me tell you, running away won't solve any problems, let alone the problems between you and me."

“When we decided to be together, we anticipated these troubles and were mentally prepared.”

"Now here's the problem: do you want me to retreat without a fight, like a deserter?"

"I can not do it!"