Siheyuan: I just came across and wanted to chase me away

Chapter 769: Cleaning up Lou Bancheng

At this moment, Deputy Director Li was holding the evidence provided by Xu Damao, his eyes sparkling with excitement. After reading it over and over again, he couldn't help but exclaimed: "Yes, these evidences are indeed good. With these, we can really punish Lou Bancheng."

Seeing this, Xu Damao showed a flattering smile on his face, and hurriedly stepped forward and said, "Deputy Director Li, you don't know that I have some more crucial evidence. I can guarantee that as long as this evidence is made public, even if Director Yang tries his best to save half of Loucheng, he will be powerless."

Deputy Director Li raised his eyebrows slightly, and was about to ask, but Xu Damao continued, "Deputy Director Li, think about it, a wealthy old man like Lou Bancheng must have a lot of priceless antiques in his home. Once we bring him down, won't all those antiques belong to you?"

After hearing this, Deputy Director Li's heart was moved. After all, Lou Bancheng's wealth and collections were well-known in the circle. If he could really get those antiques, it would be a huge fortune. Moreover, if this matter could be successfully done, in addition to getting those coveted antiques, he would be promoted to the position of director of the steel rolling mill by virtue of the great merit of overthrowing Lou Bancheng. Isn't it a foregone conclusion? At that time, he wanted to see what Director Yang could say and how he could show off in front of him. This was the perfect opportunity he had dreamed of for many years to deal with Director Yang.

Xu Damao observed Deputy Director Li's expression and saw that he was already interested, so he struck while the iron was hot and said, "Deputy Director Li, what do you think? If this goes smoothly, your title of 'deputy' will be completely removed, and you will be a real director in the future. This is a great thing for you to reach the top in one step."

Deputy Director Li raised his lips slightly, revealing a smug smile, and said, "If this matter is really as you said, then I will promote you to the director of the Propaganda Department, how about it?"

Xu Damao was overjoyed when he heard this. He thought that he could become a well-known official, walk with his head held high, and marry a beautiful wife. That life would be too good to be true. He was so excited just thinking about it.

Xu Damao quickly poured a glass of wine for Deputy Director Li and said with a big smile on his face: "Then I would like to congratulate Deputy Director Li in advance. No, from now on, I should call you Director Li. Come, let's have a drink and wish this matter a success."

The two men laughed at each other, then raised their glasses and drank happily, as if Lou Bancheng was already under their feet and a bright future was waiting for them to enjoy.

However, just as they were immersed in their sweet dreams, Liu Guangtian finally found Gu Nan. As soon as Gu Nan saw Liu Guangtian, he guessed that his visit must have something to do with Liu Guangtian's drinking at He Yuzhu's house yesterday.

Gu Nan looked at Liu Guangtian calmly and asked, "Why did you look for me? Is there something wrong?"

Liu Guangtian looked a little embarrassed, lowered his head slightly, and said, "Brother Gu Nan, I came here today mainly to apologize to you on behalf of my father. I also know that my father did something wrong this time and caused you trouble."

Gu Nan's eyes fell directly on Liu Guangtian, his eyes were full of scrutiny and contemplation. From Liu Guangtian's evasive gaze and unnatural demeanor, Gu Nan keenly realized that Liu Guangtian must be hiding something behind him. He thought to himself that if he didn't cooperate with Liu Guangtian at this moment, then the carefully planned thing by Liu Guangtian and He Yuzhu would probably be carried out quietly in secret, and he would be kept in the dark forever.

After weighing the pros and cons, Gu Nan felt that if he continued to talk along with Liu Guangtian's words, he might be able to find out some clues. So, he frowned slightly and said, "Okay, what do you want to talk to me about? Don't waste time, just tell me."

Liu Guangtian was slightly startled when he heard Gu Nan's words. A trace of panic flashed in his eyes. He stammered, "Brother Gu Nan, we are neighbors living in the same courtyard. We see each other every day. I... I actually wanted to treat you to a meal."

Gu Nan was full of doubts. He really couldn't guess what Liu Guangtian was up to. But in order to lure out the person behind the scenes, he felt that he had to cooperate. "Oh, you want to treat me to a meal?"

Gu Nan deliberately dragged out his tone, "There must be a reason for inviting me to dinner. You can't just invite me to dinner for no reason."

Liu Guangtian had never expected Gu Nan to ask this. In his imagination, Gu Nan should have rejected him directly without hesitation. He rubbed his hands nervously, with an embarrassed look on his face. He hesitated for a long time before saying, "Brother Gu Nan, you know, I'm going to the countryside soon. To be honest, I really don't want to go. When I think about going to the countryside to suffer, I'm very scared. So...so I want to treat you to a meal and see if...if you can help me think of a solution."

Gu Nan looked at Liu Guangtian's expression and sneered in his heart, but he remained calm and said, "Forget it, Liu Guangtian, you know I don't have the ability to change your decision to go to the countryside. So, don't waste your time on me, and don't mention this matter anymore."

Liu Guangtian felt anxious when he heard what Gu Nan said. While he was talking, he glanced in the direction of He Yuzhu's house, and then looked at Gu Nan anxiously, with a pleading look on his face: "Brother Gu Nan, why are you like this? Can't you give me a chance? Just think of it as my apology to you. If I have offended you in any way before, please forgive me this time."

Seeing Liu Guangtian's series of actions, Gu Nan was more certain that he was hiding something from him. He smiled and thought, "Huh, just your little tricks are obviously problematic. However, in order to find out what you guys are trying to do, I will cooperate with you first." So, Gu Nan said, "Okay, when and where do you want to eat?"

Liu Guangtian never expected that his plan would go so smoothly. Gu Nan agreed so easily. He was overjoyed and said quickly, "Brother Gu Nan, it's at the restaurant at the corner of the street. The food there is delicious. Let's set it for tomorrow at noon. I will apologize to you then."

Gu Nan nodded slightly and said calmly, "Okay, we'll talk about it later."