Seeing Lu Yuqing and Liu Zhizhong come in, Zhang Yuxing just turned around and gave them a lukewarm nod, raising her hand to signal them to sit first.

This woman's face, it's really quite youthful.

Although she's wearing light makeup, you can tell she's naturally beautiful, probably even more so in her youth.

An oval face, fine and long eyebrows, somewhat deep and icy eyes, a narrow and pretty nose, paired with thin, rosy cherry lips—she does have the vibe of a classic mature beauty.

Only, Liu Zhizhong only had to look at her shadow to know that Zhang Hongyang's little niece was a slender and tall beauty, with a tempting little raised behind at that.

But face to face, well damn!

That sheer white blouse had a wide, fitted collar, from which two firm arcs could be discerned, tautly pressed together.

As she just turned around, those two arcs quivered slightly, revealing how firm they truly were!

That slender waist, really like a willow branch, full of grace indeed.

However, with just a turn of her body and a gesture, Liu Zhizhong felt quite uncomfortable.

What kind of attitude was this dame showing?

Towards his sister-in-law Lu Yuqing, she seemed a bit dismissive, although Lu was clearly her top aide.

Oh, right, she must know that Lu Yuqing married Ma Xudong! The relationship between Lu Yuqing and Ma Xudong had always been kept secret, but Zhang Hongyang had certainly mentioned it.

And, after all, Lu Yuqing was once married to her brother, making her a former sister-in-law. Was Zhang Yuxing really so heartless?

As for old man Liu Zhizhong, damn it, the woman was acting as if she hadn't seen him.

Indeed, the dames who were in cahoots with Zhang Hongyang obviously had preconceived notions against old Liu.

It seemed that life in the City Committee Courtyard might not be too pleasant.

Liu Zhizhong wasn't pleased, but he still sat down with a stern look on his face.

As for Lu Yuqing, she didn't show any dissatisfaction either, sitting elegantly and demurely diagonally across from Liu Zhizhong.

This comparison between the two beauties made Liu Zhizhong realize, hmm, his sister-in-law was better indeed, lovely and stylish—just the type he liked to hold and pamper.

As for Zhang Yuxing, that old woman, damn, what's with the high and mighty act? He really wanted to find a chance to rush at her, rush until her heartthrob went flying, rush until she screamed chaotically, begging for mercy on her knees!

Truly, Zhang Yuxing was harsh with her words on the phone, cursing subordinates like dogs—a real Master of Extinction.

Some time passed before she finally ended the call, holding her phone and coming over, shaking her head with dissatisfaction, saying, "Yuqing, what about those fellows in the Secretaries Division, what are they good for? They're old secretaries who've been around for years, yet they still screw up a few documents, truly infuriating!"

Her voice was icy and somewhat shrill, as usual.

Lu Yuqing smiled lightly, "Madam Secretary, don't be angry, rage hurts the body. You pursue perfection in your work; perhaps the people below haven't quite grasped your intentions yet. Give them some time! Here, let me…"

Unexpectedly, Zhang Yuxing coldly said, "What do you mean they haven't grasped it? Those guys—every single one of them is a slick old hand, just loafing around waiting for death. Many of them got in through connections, and when they work, it's all just sweet talk and empty flattery. When it's time to actually do something, not a single one of them eases the mind. Yuqing, we don't have to talk about our relationship, but I'm advising you not to hold too high hopes for those related underlings; for many matters, you'll still have to oversee them yourself!"

Upon hearing this, Liu Zhizhong thought, was this woman beating around the bush at him? Definitely asking for a taste of the sun!

Lu Yuqing could only nod and smile again, "Madam Secretary is right, I'm aware of that. Now, let me introduce…"

As she spoke, her hand moved towards Liu Zhizhong, but Zhang Yuxing interrupted, "Oh, right, Yuqing, wait a bit, I have an important matter to instruct the Logistics Support Department about. Ah, I was angry this morning and forgot about it, look at my memory, getting forgetful…"

Her words hadn't even finished when she was already at the door.

The way she walked out in her smart mid-heel shoes, her cold demeanor and her extinguishing aura were unmatched by anyone.

By the time Lu Yuqing and Liu Zhizhong realized what had happened, she had already left the office and even closed the door behind her.

Right at that moment, Liu Zhizhong's face darkened, and as the footsteps outside faded, he poked his head out, "Hey, sister-in-law, what's with your former little niece? She can disregard me, but she's pointing fingers at you too, really thinks she's a hot dish?"

Finally, Lu Yuqing's face grew cold, she snorted coolly, then whispered, "Zhizhong, don't talk about that. I understand you're upset and frustrated for me. But we're in the City Committee, in her office; it's better to complain less."

Liu Zhizhong had no choice but to nod, "Fine, my sister-in-law has got the capacity; it's me who's being short-sighted. Women of the Zhang family are indeed best not provoked."

Thinking of Zhang Xueyao, Zhao Han, and others as he spoke.

Unexpectedly, Lu Yuqing lowered her voice even further, "You're upset, hold it in for now. Once we get a good grip on the City Committee Courtyard, we'll deal with her as well."

Liu Zhizhong's expression brightened for a moment, he gave a hollow laugh and whispered, "Don't worry, sister-in-law, I'll listen to you, support you! Heh heh…"