Inheritance of Two Trillion

Chapter 1056: Chapter 1056: Different Treatment

Zhang Wenxin was either straightforward or naive.

In any case, once he became emotional, he would lose all restraint, even going so far as to talk back to his superiors publicly, not just once or twice.

The fact that he had managed to occupy the seat of an Affairs Officer had always seemed incredibly surreal to everyone.

Actually, the more single-minded a person is, sometimes their convictions turn out to be astonishingly firm, making it difficult to convince anyone when trying to frame such a person.

Therefore, Zhang Wenxin was seated quite securely in the unique position of an Affairs Officer.

However, he didn’t have many friends.

Chen Yucheng could be considered one.

So, when Chen Yucheng was slandered, the most anxious person was Zhang Wenxin, and he was also the one who found it the hardest to accept.

In his agitation, Zhang Wenxin’s old problem flared up, and he actually pressured Bai Xiaosheng publicly to take action.

This was outrageous!

How could the authority of the Senior Affairs Officer be violated by subordinates so casually!

Bai Xiaosheng didn’t mince words either and furiously scolded him, wanting to throw him out.

At this, Zhang Wenxin was dumbfounded.

”Senior Affairs Officer Sheng, Wenxin didn’t mean to offend intentionally. I hope you won’t take it to heart,” Chen Yucheng hurriedly tried to smooth things over with a placating smile.

Guo Yunxin and Sun Youhe exchanged a silent glance.

Zhang Wenxin was always like this, and maybe Bai Xiaosheng would just make a show of it and scold him a bit—after all, they were both from the Department of Affairs.

”Affairs Officer Chen, one or two sentences I could take as unintentional, but so many words clearly sound like ordering me around!” Bai Xiaosheng said angrily, ”And you’re telling me not to take it to heart? If every Senior Affairs Officer had to endure their subordinates commanding them and was told not to take it to heart, where would the dignity of a Senior Affairs Officer be?”

”How then, would I continue with my work in the future!”

Bai Xiaosheng seemed to be genuinely angry, rebuking even Chen Yucheng.

Guo Yunxin and Sun Youhe felt a secret pleasure.

Zhang Wenxin overstepped alone, and Chen Yucheng was implicated because of it.

They really had it coming!

”Senior Affairs Officer Sheng, I didn’t mean that...” Zhang Wenxin still refused to admit defeat.

”Out!” Bai Xiaosheng shouted angrily, outright refusing to listen to his explanation.

Lei Ying strode over with a grim face and actually grabbed Zhang Wenxin, forcefully dragging him away.

Zhang Wenxin, being rather weak, was in no position to compete with Lei Ying in terms of strength.

”You can’t do this, Senior Affairs Officer Bai Xiaosheng!” Zhang Wenxin yelled.

Bai Xiaosheng turned a deaf ear.

Zhang Wenxin was forcibly pushed out the door by Lei Ying.

”Go back. If this goes on, Chen Yucheng will be unlucky too,” Lei Ying pressed his voice low and said coldly.

Zhang Wenxin watched as the door closed, filled with annoyance. He thought about knocking but remembered Lei Ying’s words.

He feigned the gesture twice, not daring to actually knock, and ultimately had to leave, disheartened.

”Senior Affairs Officer Sheng, it’s Zhang Wenxin’s fault. Please be lenient!” Chen Yucheng pleaded once more.

The surname Bai, would he take the opportunity to relent?

Guo Yunxin paid particular attention to Bai Xiaosheng’s reaction.

”Affairs Officer Chen, your own issues are not yet resolved. Don’t worry about others!” Bai Xiaosheng sat down indifferently with a thunderous look, casting a gloomy glance at Chen Yucheng, ”Or are you saying that you want to leave as well? I came to Tianqiu with good intentions to invite you to dine, but one by one, you’re not giving me face!”

Bai Xiaosheng’s eyes were fierce, seeming to take true offense.

Indeed, anyone would be angry if, upon inviting subordinates to a meal, they would get talked back to by their direct subordinates.

Guo Yunxin quietly gave Sun Youhe a look.

This Senior Affairs Officer Bai Xiaosheng, no matter how lucky he was, was after all still a young man.

Young people, after all, care about saving face.

Especially when placed in a high position, eager to be respected and recognized.

Then, give him face!

”Senior Affairs Officer Sheng, with your esteemed status, why bother with him!”

”Yes, getting angry is bad for your health. Affairs Officer Zhang has always been blunt, everyone knows this: there’s no need for you to bother with him.”

Guo Yunxin and Sun Youhe comforted him with laughter while serving tea and fruits.

They behaved respectfully.

This attitude significantly eased Bai Xiaosheng’s angry expression. Though still somewhat silent, he nodded his head, his aura also considerably restrained.

Afterward, Guo Yunxin and Sun Youhe shifted the topic, discussing many legends they had heard about Bai Xiaosheng.

The pair complemented each other, expressing admiration without overdoing it, singing Bai Xiaosheng’s praises indirectly.

Certainly, at first, neither of them dared to be too ostentatious, fearing this Senior Affairs Officer Sheng might not appreciate such flattery.

Who knew that Bai Xiaosheng initially managed to keep his composure, but the pride in his eyes betrayed him.

In the end, the triumph was plainly visible on Bai Xiaosheng’s face.

He seemed quite pleased with others’ respectful and flattering compliments.

Guo Yunxin and Sun Youhe were even more enthusiastic in their praise.

As for Chen Yucheng, Bai Xiaosheng completely ignored him, even when Chen Yucheng tried to join the conversation, Bai Xiaosheng displayed an indifferent expression.

The conversation was cursory and inattentive.

Chen Yucheng felt somewhat embarrassed.

This scene delighted Guo Yunxin and Sun Youhe.

They had long heard that Bai Xiaosheng was even tougher on people from the Affairs Department than on those outside of it.

Otherwise, why would he have investigated officials who had taken over provincial industry responsibilities?

It looked like the rumors were true!

Hmph, he became a Senior Affairs Officer at such a young age, seeking vanity, and wanting to establish authority within the Affairs Department—is that why he’s being domineering among his own?

Guo Yunxin wore a smile on his face, but internally, he held immense contempt for Bai Xiaosheng.

Sun Youhe, on the other hand, thought differently.

He was earnestly trying to leave a good impression on Bai Xiaosheng.

Sun Youhe firmly believed that first impressions could influence many aspects that follow.

Laying a good foundation for an impression and scoring high on it never hurt!

Because of Zhang Wenxin’s recklessness, Chen Yucheng lost points on first impressions, and even if he tried to make up for it later, it would likely cost him ten to a hundred times more effort!

Thus, Sun Youhe worked hard to bridge a relationship with Bai Xiaosheng.

After conversing for a while,

the banquet began.

In the face of Bai Xiaosheng, Guo Yunxin and Sun Youhe frequently toasted him.

Bai Xiaosheng also showed a lot of face in return.

Chen Yucheng, on the side, seemed to feel the need to build rapport and ease the awkwardness.

He too, smiled broadly and raised his glass to join them.

Unexpectedly, when Bai Xiaosheng saw him, his smile immediately became stern.

”Affairs Officer Chen Yucheng, we are technically of the same department, so our relationship should be closer. You are my direct subordinate, and I should offer you some pointers.”

Chen Yucheng nodded eagerly.

”As an Affairs Officer, one should know propriety, understand when to advance or retreat. Although this is our first meeting, there are some things I still need to remind you of, don’t think that seniority allows you to ignore your leadership.”

Bai Xiaosheng gave a half-hearted smile but his words were blunt and serious.

”Yes, yes, I’ll certainly remember your advice this time,” Chen Yucheng replied, nodding continuously and displaying an eager-to-learn demeanor.

”We won’t talk about your issues today, but if there are problems, proactively report them to the Affairs Department.”

”And don’t always be driven by performance, stalking and shadowing the two provincial industry heads.”

”You haven’t cleared up your own issues yet; remember, the blacksmith must himself be hard!”

Bai Xiaosheng exerted his authority, repeatedly ”instructing” Chen Yucheng, an officer ten years his senior.

Chen Yucheng’s expression slowly turned awkward.

After agreeing to the points, Chen Yucheng became a bit despondent and dared not toast anymore.

So, Chen Yucheng, you too have seen such days!

Guo Yunxin and Sun Youhe watched, feeling secretly thrilled.

The banquet continued until nine in the evening.

When the crowd dispersed.

Bai Xiaosheng was clearly much more amicable to Guo Yunxin and Sun Youhe than to Chen Yucheng.

Once out of the hotel, Guo Yunxin and his group drove back.

Inside the car, Guo Yunxin couldn’t help but burst into hearty laughter.

”How about it, old Sun? This Bai Xiaosheng is just so-so! Everyone wants to be respected and flattered. No one is an exception!”

Sun Youhe also nodded and smiled, ”I fancy myself as somewhat skilled in judging people. But observing carefully from beginning to end, I’m absolutely certain that Bai Xiaosheng was truly annoyed with Chen Yucheng. There’s no mistake!”

Sun Youhe was also brimming with confidence.

Little did he know that in terms of controlling facial expressions, Bai Xiaosheng’s ability far surpassed his own by a factor of ten or even a hundred!

Guo Yunxin and Sun Youhe returned home full of satisfaction and joy.

On the other hand, Chen Yucheng left the banquet with a frown, only to smile once he reached his own place.

Back home, Zhang Wenxin approached with a face full of anxiety and guilt.

”Yucheng, did I cause you trouble this time?”

Chen Yucheng smiled, patted his good friend on the shoulder, and said something meaningful.

”No, it was me who caused you trouble!”

”Thank you for your hard work!”