Reborn 73 years later, he takes his mother-in-law hunting in the mountains.

Before Yuan Tianshu, a young man listened cautiously to what he had to say:

"Wenju, with your talent, it's a waste for you to be a lowly clerk in the educated youth resettlement office."

This young man named Sun Wenju used to be a nobody working under Chen Dahuzi.

Yuan Tianshu saw that he was clever, and after Chen Dahuzi lost his temper, he arranged for him to work in the educated youth resettlement office.

Therefore, Sun Wenju was very grateful to Chairman Yuan.

Treat him like a second parent.

"President, I'm already very grateful to have this job, considering I didn't even finish elementary school!"

Yuan Tianchu frowned:

"A young man should have lofty ambitions! Don't say such unambitious things! I'm even planning to promote you to a group leader position in the Education Bureau!"

"Oh dear, you shouldn't think like that!"

Sun Wenju's legs were bent, and his fawning smile disgusted Yuan Tianshu.

If it weren't for the fact that there were so few people around, I wouldn't need to hire a guy with this kind of character, no matter how smart or clever he is.

Yuan Tianshu despises people who lack backbone.

My surrender back then was due to the circumstances, and besides, I never sincerely pledged allegiance to Deng Shifu; it was merely a temporary measure.

Even under Deng Shifu, they never showed this tendency to curry favor.

He helped Deng Shifu conquer many strongholds and made outstanding military achievements.

So much so that even though he knew he was hiding a secret, he didn't dare to provoke him easily!

Alas, all that is gone!

Now that I'm older, I can't do everything myself anymore.

They actually have to rely on sweet talk to win over these nobody's hearts.

Looking at Sun Wenju, I couldn't help but think of Lu Yao again.

If only this kid could help me!

In Lu Yao, he seemed to see a reflection of his younger self.

Back then, he challenged the Eight Vajras of Panlong Mountain all by himself.

In the end, they incorporated all the mountain strongholds.

They fought their way from Toudaogou to Qidaogou, and were invincible.

Hey,

Back then, we were a force of nature, with swords and horses, our might as fierce as a tiger swallowing up ten thousand miles.

Nowadays, people cower in their cramped quarters, barely surviving like rats!

He waved his hand and said, "Go ahead, do as I say, and don't you dare mess up this performance!"

"It was the former chairman; I will always remember him."

He wanted to say something flattering and sycophantic, but unfortunately, his limited vocabulary prevented him from saying anything, and he backed out the door.

He was flattered and overwhelmed to receive Chairman Yuan's appreciation, being an unknown nobody like himself.

After leaving the house, I analyzed Chairman Yuan's instructions in detail before getting on my bicycle and leaving.

……

After leaving Mei Ping's place, Lu Yao drove straight to the Education and Health Bureau.

It was already noon when we arrived here.

Just as I was about to knock on the door, Shi Mengyi came out.

Liang Chunlin followed behind.

Her face is much better now, but Liang Chunlin's face is a little swollen.

I spotted Lu Yao at a glance:

"Oh, Xiao Lu, you're here! I was just about to go to the cafeteria for lunch. Now that you're here, we can skip the cafeteria and eat out."

Liang Chunlin, standing behind Lu Yao, was furious.

Damn it, this kid beat you up, and you're still being so polite to him.

They'll take it out on me later!

One day, I'll definitely trample you under my feet and utterly humiliate you!

I definitely wouldn't dare now.

Some of the evidence against her father is still in the hands of her family.

Seeing that Shi Mengyi was going to take Lu Yao out to eat, he quickly smiled apologetically:

"I'll go get the car."

Shi Mengyi waved her hand: "No need, you go to the cafeteria, Xiao Lu and I will go out to eat."

"Huh? Oh... okay."

Liang Chunlin nodded humbly.

Shi Mengyi brought Lu Yao out and got into Lu Yao's car.

"Going to another restaurant?" Lu Yao asked.

"Hmm, their food is pretty good." Shi Mengyi leaned back in the passenger seat.

Lu Yao started the car.

There weren't many people on the road, and the drive was smooth; we arrived at a restaurant in just a few minutes.

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It was the same waiter as last time. He paused for a moment when he saw Lu Yao arrive again.

These days, even leaders rarely eat at restaurants every day.

Then I saw Shi Mengyi following behind him, and I recognized her as the leader who came yesterday.

I don't know which organization she worked for, but I remember her; she had a husband who was always by her side.

Make way inside quickly:

"Please come upstairs, both of you. There are also private rooms available."

There's a small private room on the second floor, a bit smaller than the last one, only big enough for one person.

The window faces the street, offering a view of people and vehicles passing by below.

Shi Mengyi sat down, took off her coat and draped it over the back of the chair, revealing the stand-up collar Zhongshan suit underneath.

The waiter handed her the menu, but Shi Mengyi didn't look at it and immediately ordered:

"Boiled pork slices, stir-fried eggplant, potatoes, and green peppers, and some scrambled eggs. And some wine... Xiao Lu, do you drink?"

Lu Yao nodded:

"Can."

Looking at Shi Mengyi, in front of outsiders, she had reverted to her decisive and efficient demeanor.

She's no longer the obsequious woman she was yesterday, begging for mercy.

Shi Mengyi said to the waiter:

"Give me a bottle of baijiu, the best one you have in store."

The waiter responded and left.

The door closed, leaving only the two of them in the room.

Shi Mengyi leaned back in her chair, looked at Lu Yao, and suddenly smiled:

"Xiao Lu, I find you to be a rather interesting person."

Lu Yao laughed too: "What's so interesting about it?"

"When speaking to superiors, I never flatter or fawn."

Shi Mengyi took out cigarettes, handed one to Lu Yao, and lit one for herself.

"You know my men, they're like mice before a cat when they see me. You need something from me, and you still dare to hit me."

Lu Yao took the cigarette and placed it on the table:

"I'm not Team Leader Shi's subordinate, why would I need to curry favor with you?"

Shi Mengyi exhaled a puff of smoke and squinted at him:

"When you ask me for a favor, don't you say anything nice?"

Lu Yao laughed: "I wouldn't stoop so low to ask Team Leader Shi for a favor. You can help with the trademark issue if you can, but if you can't, I'll think of another way. Pleasant words are useless."

Shi Mengyi was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter.

She was laughing heartily, completely different from her usual aloof demeanor.

"Alright, you're good. My trip to Jiangzhou was worthwhile, and I'm incredibly lucky to have met a friend like you."

The dishes were served, and so were the drinks.

Shi Mengyi poured two glasses and picked up one:

"Come on, Xiao Lu, let me toast you."

Lu Yao picked up his glass, clinked it with hers, and they drank it down.

After a few drinks, Shi Mengyi's face flushed and she became more talkative.

She looked at Lu Yao, her eyes slightly unfocused:

"Xiao Lu, do you know what I admire most about you?"

Lu Yao didn't speak, just looked at her.

I admire your authenticity, your clear-cut love and hate. You would never feign sincerity!

Lu Yao thought to himself, "Here we go again, she's starting to flatter me again. I wonder what she's up to!"

Shi Mengyi drank another cup.

She stared at Lu Yao, then suddenly said:

"Xiao Lu, if I were a few years younger, I would definitely pursue you."

Lu Yao paused for a moment, then laughed: "Don't talk nonsense when you're drunk."

"I didn't say much," Shi Mengyi waved her hand. "I was just saying. I know you look down on someone like me—bad temper, and I bully men. But that's just who I am, I can't change."

She stood up, walked to Lu Yao, and looked down at him. Lu Yao remained seated, watching her.

Shi Mengyi suddenly bent down and kissed him on the cheek.

"What are you doing? Get away from me!"

Lu Yao raised his hand and slapped her across the face.

It's not heavy, but it's very crisp.

Shi Mengyi froze, covered her face, and stared at him:

Do you really hate me?

Lu Yao smiled and said, "So what if I hit you? Did you ask for it?"

Shi Mengyi smiled, then suddenly squatted down in front of Lu Yao and raised her face:

"If you like... hit me all you want!"