From Evil Sect Leader to Doctor-Chapter 425 - 398: Zhao Feiyang’s Disappointment

After his father’s passing, the doubts about his abilities gradually dissipated. After being transferred to the top position in the High-Tech Zone, the work there proceeded with great vigor under his leadership. He personally led teams to various places to participate in investment promotions, and the achievements in recruitment were evident to all.

Geng Wenjun adhered to a principle of not being too close or too distant in interpersonal interactions. In reality, he didn’t have many friends; he neither smoked nor drank and had no bad habits. His favorite pastime was reading.

When he came in, Geng Wenjun was carrying a cloth bag containing a few books he had just bought.

Fu Guomin and Xu Chunliang stood up simultaneously, and Fu Guomin said with a genial smile, "Secretary Geng has arrived."

Geng Wenjun gave a faint smile, shook hands with Fu Guomin, and said, "I don’t drink, you know that. There’s no need to arrange this meal."

Fu Guomin said, "Today, it wasn’t arranged by me. It’s Zhao Feiyang inviting us. It’s just a simple friends’ gathering." He introduced Xu Chunliang, who was standing beside him, to Geng Wenjun: "Do you know Xu Chunliang from Changxing Hospital?"

Xu Chunliang initially thought that Geng Wenjun would be a cold and aloof person, but he was quite surprised by how warm Geng Wenjun was towards him, proactively reaching out his hand: "Xiaoxu, I’ve heard a lot about you."

Xu Chunliang stepped forward and held Geng Wenjun’s hand with both hands: "You must have heard it from Dean Geng."

Geng Wenjun laughed heartily, "Wenxiu hasn’t mentioned you to me. When you stirred up trouble at Enheng Pharmaceutical, it was like dropping a bomb in our High-Tech Zone."

Xu Chunliang guessed immediately that this was the incident they were referring to. Last time, due to the matter with Zhao Xiaohui, he rushed into Enheng and had a physical altercation with Sheng Chaohui, causing the companies in the High-Tech Zone to collectively file complaints, putting pressure on the High-Tech Zone’s leadership.

Initially, when Geng Wenjun heard about it, he intended to handle it strictly, but soon he received instructions from Secretary Zhou. In the end, he personally persuaded the chairman of Enheng Pharmaceutical, Liang Wenjing, to quell the storm. This was how he came to know Xu Chunliang.

Xu Chunliang said, "I gave Secretary Geng a lot of trouble because of my youthful impetuosity."

Geng Wenjun said, "Youth is a good thing. You don’t know how envious Director Fu and I are of you."

Fu Guomin knew Geng Wenjun quite well. From his attitude towards Xu Chunliang, he noticed something unusual. By rights, Geng Wenjun had no need to be so polite to Xu Chunliang. Everyone has a conventional way of thinking, and Fu Guomin was no exception. He first wondered, does Geng Wenjun also have unspeakable troubles? Could he be experiencing the same plight as me?

Thinking of this, Fu Guomin felt slightly comforted. A man in his forties is not what he used to be. Back in the day... it seemed that he wasn’t particularly outstanding in this area even back then.

Zhao Feiyang arrived a bit late, mainly because Pei Lin had taken up some time. As soon as he entered, he apologized, "I’m sorry, I’m late."

Pei Lin had specially touched up her makeup and looked radiant. If it weren’t for Zhao Feiyang urging her, she would have preferred to take a shower before coming down.

Although Zhao Feiyang was not very late, he already felt he was being impolite. After all, Geng Wenjun was a top leader in the High-Tech Zone, and he himself should have arrived first. Ever since leaving his official position, he felt he should be more proactive.

After resigning from his public office, Zhao Feiyang was increasingly filled with a sense of loss. He had wanted to become a successful manager, an entrepreneur, but he found himself sliding into the ranks of businessmen. Although no profession is inherently noble or base, in the eyes of those within the system, businessmen are always seen as less dignified.

Geng Wenjun released Xu Chunliang’s hand and smiled at Zhao Feiyang, "Dean Zhao, I just got here myself."

From the way he addressed him, Zhao Feiyang could sense a degree of distance. In the past, Geng Wenjun used to call him Comrade Feiyang. At Geng Wenjun’s level, distinctions are very clear. When he called him Comrade Feiyang, it meant that they were all comrades within the system, but addressing him as Dean Zhao now signified that he did not wish to develop too much of a personal relationship with him.

Pei Lin smiled, "Hello, Secretary Geng!"

Geng Wenjun nodded with a smile to her. Zhao Feiyang introduced Pei Lin briefly. They had already registered their marriage, and legally, Pei Lin was now his wife. This time, the trip to Europe wasn’t something he planned to bring Pei Lin along—it was arranged by Huayuan.

Zhao Feiyang found it inappropriate, but Pei Lin took the initiative to compromise, saying they could keep the wedding simple and taking this opportunity for the two of them to travel to Europe and relax.

Zhao Feiyang could not change Huayuan’s decision. Considering that they were already legally married, others couldn’t say much. If he still held a public office, he would definitely not dare to do such a thing. But since he had left the system, everything was according to procedure, and he didn’t plan to take advantage of Huayuan Group; going on a honeymoon trip as a couple wasn’t a bad idea.

He also hoped that through this trip, he could have a good talk with Pei Lin and mend their relationship.

Given Geng Wenjun’s current status, he naturally took the chief seat. Since he didn’t drink, Zhao Feiyang had already informed Fu Guomin in advance that everyone wouldn’t be drinking.

Geng Wenjun paid attention to health, so the dishes that night were mainly light.

After three cups of tea, Geng Wenjun naturally shifted the topic to the construction of the new Changxing Hospital. He was not satisfied with the current progress of the new hospital. Initially, when the medical land in the High-Tech Zone was given to Changxing, he hoped that Changxing would start construction promptly, but the reality was that the progress was slow.

Zhao Feiyang gave a brief report on the current situation, specifically mentioning the weather as a reason, and that construction of the joint-stock hospital would fully commence once spring arrives, and it would definitely be completed and open for consultation within the stipulated time.

Geng Wenjun said, "I heard that the Huayuan Group is involved in multiple legal disputes, including trust dispute case execution, property preservation, and financial loan contract disputes, among others. You should inform the district government of such situations at the first instance. Yet, up till now, I haven’t received any notification from you."

Zhao Feiyang showed an awkward expression; in front of family and friends, Geng Wenjun clearly didn’t show him any respect.

Zhao Feiyang said, "The affairs at the group headquarters won’t affect the construction of the shares-based hospital. In these past two years, Huayuan Group has indeed been in a transition period and encountered many issues, but the overall risk is still within a controllable range."

Geng Wenjun said, "I’m not interested in the specific operations of Huayuan Group. The shares-based hospital is the key project of our collaboration, which concerns the welfare of the High-Tech Zone’s residents, and it must not have any flaws."

Zhao Feiyang laughed, "That’s something I can fully guarantee."

Pei Lin said, "Having a leader like Secretary Geng in the High-Tech Zone is truly a blessing for the people."

Geng Wenjun said sternly, "I’ve never considered myself a leader. The power in my hands is granted by the Party and the country, by the people. Dean Zhao, you’ve been in leadership roles for many years, so you should understand this deeply. I don’t like to beat around the bush when I speak, so please don’t mind."

Zhao Feiyang said, "Not at all, Secretary Geng. By making things clear, we can work better and promptly address issues that arise in our work."

Geng Wenjun said, "I don’t want your work to have any problems. It’s better to be prepared for troubles before they happen rather than fix them afterward. The cost of correcting mistakes is usually huge. As long as we put more effort and attention into our work, we can avoid many unnecessary mistakes."

Pei Lin said, "Secretary Geng’s words give me a feeling of enlightenment. In the future, if you have the time, please guide our work more often."

Zhao Feiyang felt a bit displeased in his heart. At such a time, she shouldn’t have spoken up. Maybe she meant well, but did she even understand her position? What stance was she speaking from?

Geng Wenjun smiled, lifted his wrist, and glanced at his watch. "I must go ahead. I promised to video-call my son. He’s just in his third year of junior high and has been a bit rebellious lately. Although I hold a leadership position in the High-Tech Zone, at home, I’m ranked third."

Everyone laughed along. As Geng Wenjun stood up, they all rose to see him off, but he waved his hand and said, "You all sit down. Let the young ones see me off."

Zhao Feiyang and Fu Guomin, having been in the system for many years, knew that Geng Wenjun wanted to have a private conversation with Xu Chunliang. The only reason for someone of Geng Wenjun’s status to take the initiative to befriend Xu Chunliang was Xu Chunliang’s background.

Fu Guomin, who had resumed normal thinking, thought of Secretary Zhou. Geng Wenjun was probably targeting Secretary Zhou.

Zhao Feiyang felt increasingly disappointed. In Geng Wenjun’s eyes, he seemed less important than Xu Chunliang.

Xu Chunliang saw Geng Wenjun out, and Geng Wenjun asked, "Have you been in touch with Comrade Mei Ru Xue recently?"

Xu Chunliang nodded, "We met today."

Geng Wenjun laughed, "Send my regards to her."

Xu Chunliang found it a bit strange. In his impression, Geng Wenjun and Mei Ru Xue didn’t seem to have any intersection. Thinking of Mei Ru Xue’s plan to return to Dongzhou for work, could her destination be the High-Tech Zone?

Geng Wenjun patted his shoulder, "Go back. Let’s have tea together when we’re free."

Xu Chunliang watched Geng Wenjun walk away before returning to the room.

Fu Guomin had a waiter open a bottle of Maotai and had already poured it. He laughed, "When friends come from afar, it feels lacking not to have some drinks." 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

Zhao Feiyang, feeling somewhat affected, also wanted a drink, "It’s been a while since we last had a proper drink together."

Pei Lin reminded, "Feiyang, you can’t drink too much. We have a morning flight tomorrow."

Zhao Feiyang said displeased, "We aren’t even married yet, and you’re already starting to take charge."

Pei Lin said, "I’m just thinking of your health!"

Xu Chunliang happened to return and said with a smile, "Dean Zhao, just drink as much as you like. If you drink too much, your wife can take care of you."

His words eased the tense atmosphere. Pei Lin glared at him, "Xu Chunliang, you’re just trying to cause trouble. Your Brother Zhao is already forty; he needs to take care of his health."

Fu Guomin said, "Feiyang, you’re truly blessed. Look how your wife cares about your health."

Xu Chunliang said, "Dean Zhao is in great health, right, sis?"

Pei Lin blushed from their teasing, "You never say anything serious. All right, I know I’m in your way here. I’m leaving, but don’t let Feiyang drink too much."