Shanghai: The First Warlord of the Republic of China

Zhao Tiansheng laughed and said, "Of course, I have a general understanding of Ding Li's personality."

"Although he is impulsive, he will definitely be very good to his wife. Xiaohui also praises him highly."

Ye Yunfei said: "Then this marriage is settled."

Zhao Tiansheng nodded: "No problem, let's do it."

After the two of them talked, Ding Li and Zhao Hui's marriage was settled.

Zhao Tiansheng is Zhao Hui's parent, and Ye Yunfei is Ding Li's elder brother. Once the two of them made the decision, there was no objection to this matter.

Zhao Hui and Ding Li heard the conversation between Ye Yunfei and Zhao Tiansheng and they both smiled at each other.

They both truly love each other, and now that they are engaged, they are naturally very happy.

In front, Zhao Tiansheng took a sip of tea and said, "We have finished talking about the marriage, now it's time to talk about business."

"Business, what other business is there? Isn't marriage a business?"

Ye Yunfei asked curiously.

Zhao Tiansheng said that now it’s time to talk about business. Apart from marriage, what other business is there?

Zhao Tiansheng said: "We met today, and marriage is just one of the topics to talk about. There are still some things that need to be discussed with Mr. Ye."

Ye Yunfei took a sip of tea and said, "What's the matter, Mr. Zhao, please tell me. I'm all ears."

Zhao Tiansheng said, "Xiaohui is married to Ding Li, and you are Ding Li's elder brother, so now we are considered family, so let's not be so shy. Mr. Ye, do you know who I am?"

Ye Yunfei shook his head and said, "I don't know. This is the first time I met Mr. Zhao, and I don't know who he is."

Zhao Tiansheng said: "I was an official in the Republic of China and was the Minister of Finance and Economics of the Republic of China."

"Minister of Finance and Economics, you are the Minister of Finance and Economics of the Republic of China."

Ye Yunfei was a little shocked when he heard Zhao Tiansheng introduce his identity.

When he looked at Zhao Tiansheng, he felt that Zhao Tiansheng had an extraordinary background. He did not expect that his status was so high. He was the Minister of Finance of the Republic of China.

The Minister of Finance of the Republic of China was already a person in a high position.

It can even be said that they are top-level people.

Zhao Tiansheng nodded and said, "I am the Minister of Finance of the Republic of China, but I rarely reveal my real position outside, because the Republic of China is quite chaotic and anything can happen. So, if I rashly reveal my identity, I may get into trouble."

"And now, we are all family, so, Mr. Ye, there is nothing to hide from you. I am the Minister of Finance of the Republic of China."

Ye Yunfei nodded and said, "Mr. Zhao is right. The society is indeed very chaotic now. It is right for you to hide your identity."

A finance minister can be said to be in control of the economic lifeline of the Republic of China. If he encounters an unexpected accident while abroad, it would indeed be a big deal.

He can understand.

However, Ding Li had never expected that the girlfriend he found would have such a strong background.

I thought he just found an ordinary woman, but unexpectedly, he found a second-generation official.

Moreover, he is the son of a top official.

Ye Yunfei glanced at Ding Li. This guy was lucky enough that he could find a high-ranking woman who was stranded in Shanghai.

If he didn't know Ding Li, he would have suspected that this guy had already known Zhao Hui's identity, which was why he pursued her.

After knowing Zhao Tiansheng's identity, Ye Yunfei asked, "What is it that Mr. Zhao wants to talk to me about?"

Zhao Tiansheng said: "I basically know everything about Mr. Ye. Mr. Ye made his fortune in Shanghai, and he has conquered many enemies along the way and now controls half of Shanghai."

"Now I have firmly established myself in Shanghai. I can be said to be a real dragon in Shanghai."

"However, gangs are still gangs and cannot be exposed. If you really want to develop, you still have to go through formal channels."

"Mr. Ye, are you interested in becoming an official in the Republic of China?"

Be an official.

Ye Yunfei frowned and said, "Mr. Zhao, you want me to be an official in the Republic of China."

Zhao Tiansheng said: "Yes, for a talent like you, being a gang leader is really a waste of talent. If you are willing to be an official in the Republic of China, you will definitely be able to stand out."

"The future development is limitless, but I don't know if Mr. Ye is interested in it."

Ye Yunfei tapped the table lightly and said, "Mr. Zhao, forgive me for being blunt, but was it your own idea or someone else's idea for you to let me be an official in the Republic of China?"

Ye Yunfei felt that it was a bit unreasonable for Zhao Tiansheng to suddenly ask him to become an official in the Republic of China.

Although, thanks to the relationship between Ding Li and Zhao Hui, he and Zhao Tiansheng are now considered family.

However, it felt very strange to ask Zhao Tiansheng, a finance minister, to serve as an official in the Republic of China.

Ye Yunfei had a vague feeling that this matter should not be as simple as just what Zhao Tiansheng meant.

Could it be that someone asked Zhao Tiansheng to persuade him?

Zhao Tiansheng did not hide anything and said directly: "Mr. Ye, you are a smart person, so I will not hide it from you. The higher-ups asked me to come to you to see if you want to serve as an official in the Republic of China."

"If you want to serve as an official in the Republic of China, then the higher-ups will give you a good official position and guarantee your status."

After hearing what Zhao Tiansheng said, Ye Yunfei understood everything.

To put it bluntly, the government wants to recruit him.

Because he now has people, guns, and territory.

The strength is not weak.

So, the higher-ups took a liking to him and wanted to recruit him and make him an official in the government.

If he becomes an official, then the people under him will naturally belong to the government.

So, it’s about recruiting.

Ye Yunfei said: "So that's how it is. It turns out that Mr. Zhao is a lobbyist who came to recruit me on behalf of the higher-ups."

Zhao Tiansheng said: "Mr. Ye, please don't misunderstand. I came here mainly to discuss Xiaohui and Dingli's marriage."

"As for you, Mr. Ye, I am only conveying the meaning to you on behalf of the higher-ups. I hope you can understand their intentions."

"Besides, being a gang leader does have its limitations. No matter what, a gang is still a gang and there is not much prospect for its development."

"If Mr. Ye is willing to go into politics, his career prospects will definitely be several times, or even dozens of times, higher than they are now."

"The higher-ups really hope that you can serve the country, Mr. Ye, do you understand?"

Ye Yunfei nodded and said, "I understand, but I have never considered becoming an official before, and your proposal is too sudden, so let me think about it."

"Think about it first."

Zhao Tiansheng said: "Of course there is no problem. Anyway, I have conveyed my meaning. It depends on what Mr. Ye chooses."

Ye Yunfei nodded: "Well, now that we have finished discussing the matter, I will take my leave first."

"Let's make an appointment next time."

After Ye Yunfei finished speaking, he turned and left.

Zhao Tiansheng frowned slightly, and finally shook his head helplessly.

This matter is over for the time being.

Ye Yunfei left the restaurant and walked along the Huangpu River, thinking about what Zhao Tiansheng had just said.