"Guan Gong patrols the city..."
"Divine Dragon erges from the sea..."
"Du Zhang Qiankun..."
In front of the tea table, the teacup in Tang Xiaoshuang’s hand danced like a spirit.
The wafting scent of tea and dazzling hand movents were truly pleasing to the eye. To infuse an ordinary cup of tea with artistry and viewing pleasure is a rarity.
Yet at this mont, Lin Fan was secretly observing Qin Yeshu, who smiled quietly. Since sitting down, he hadn’t said a word, while Zhao Chuanchun and Zhao Qianyue, seated on either side, remained silent as well. This seed like a family of three, but they didn’t appear familiar at all.
"County Magistrate Lin, your team is quite capable; you must have chosen the best of the best."
Finally, Qin Yeshu broke the silence, raising his eyes to look at Lin Fan.
"Oh, it’s not like that; the higher-ups just lent them to to facilitate my work."
Lin Fan naturally wouldn’t admit to his complicated background, using borrowed authority as his defense.
"I’ve lived in the temple long-term and rarely venture outside, but I’ve heard a bit about what County Magistrate Lin has done since arriving in Red Flag County — organizing matters for County Magistrate Luan and assisting the girls’ high school in moving campuses. Each of these actions is full of benevolence, and aside from so odd voices, you can be considered a good official for the people."
Qin Yeshu played with the Buddhist beads in his hand, smiling as he scrutinized Lin Fan: "Tell , what are you aiming for this ti by putting yourself in the ga?"
"County Magistrate’s Wife, your words confuse ."
Lin Fan looked at Qin Yeshu with astonishnt; those simple four words hit right at Lin Fan’s vulnerability.
"It’s good to be a little confused. After all, if one is too smart, it may upset others, but rember, if you’re confused, stay that way. Don’t be like County Magistrate Luan, confused halfway and then suddenly clear; that’s very displeasing. Furthermore, young people who are too conspicuous easily attract unnecessary trouble. In this world, others may protect you for a while but can’t protect you forever. You must be strong yourself; strong steel is easy to bend, so you need a lot of honing."
Qin Yeshu did not press too hard, but her gentle words made Lin Fan break out in cold sweat.
This woman is definitely not simple.
"I will certainly keep the County Magistrate’s Wife’s advice in mind."
This woman seed to have said everything, yet it also felt like she had said nothing. Her plain and elegant appearance gave an impression of detaching from worldly matters, but her brows carried a certain complexity, especially her eyes, which seed capable of piercing others’ souls. Lin Fan suddenly recalled two won.
One was Nan Yi, and the other was Beiqi.
Indeed, Qiu Qingyi and Boss Qi had such eyes, yet this woman’s sharpness surpassed even the two of them.
"I will certainly rember the County Magistrate’s Wife’s teachings in my heart!"
Ultimately, Lin Fan nodded, and this eting granted him a deeper understanding of Red Flag County.
Qin Yeshu, anwhile, smiled and placed the teacup on the table: "Though the tea art is good, this tea is rather insipid — Qianyue, take County Magistrate Lin to Qingshan Temple soti to taste my tea!"
"Understood, Mom!"
Upon hearing this, Zhao Qianyue showed a look of excitent because these words were not only said to Lin Fan but to Zhao Chuanchun as well.
Since Lin Fan was to beco an honored guest of Qin Yeshu, Zhao Chuanchun couldn’t move against him. Otherwise, if his mother were to get angry, he’d be in for trouble as magistrate of the county.
"Alright, it’s getting late; Qianyue, take ho!"
Standing up, Qin Yeshu smiled as she watched Lin Fan, who also stood up: "After all, County Magistrate Lin’s bad reputation for coveting wives is widespread; it’s better for to keep a bit of distance as a wife. Otherwise, if soone hears, they might think I’m not observing propriety."
"County Magistrate’s Wife, you’re joking — even if I dared direct my thoughts at wives everywhere, I’d never be disrespectful to you. Besides, so things are just rumors."
Lin Fan quickly waved his hand; he never once had any improper thoughts toward Qin Yeshu, as her gaze was indeed sowhat unsettling.
"Chuanchun, did you hear? It’s just rumors; they should disperse!"
Qin Yeshu turned her head, looking at Zhao Chuanchun, who had also stood up, and hearing this made him nod repeatedly: "Exactly, exactly; this sowhat affects the cadre’s image in the people’s minds, and I need to manage it."
"By the way, I heard County Magistrate Lin hasn’t been to the County Committee residence since arriving in the town for so long. This doesn’t sit well emotionally or logically; after all, he was appointed Deputy County Magistrate by the province, don’t go too far!"
After finishing her words, Qin Yeshu left with Zhao Qianyue, while Zhao Chuanchun stayed behind, looking at Lin Fan: "County Magistrate Lin, your office has long been prepared for you; if you’re free, it’s still good to co sit, saving people from gossip."
"No problem, I’ll report in tomorrow!"
Watching Zhao Chuanchun stride out, Lin Fan embraced Zhu Zhixuan and Bai Xue with glee, saying, "I knew taking risks would have its benefits — we’ve now firmly established ourselves in Red Flag County!"
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