The person who waved was Xin Zhiyao. Ding Meng and Lan Bing had no choice but to go over obediently.
"Madam, what can I do for you?"
Lan Bing was very perceptive. She also saw through the trick. A distinguished guest like Ji Chenxue had come to visit, but Xin Zhiyao, as Guan Xinqing's nominal wife, did not go over. There was only one explanation for this: Not only was she jealous, but she was also angry.
On the stage, Guan Xinqing seemed to have changed into a different person. He kept talking with assurance, while Goddess Ji stood there with a smile.
It would be strange if Guan Xinqing did not have any ulterior motives.
Of course, as a rich lady, Xin Zhiyao had deep self-restraint. She said slowly, "Ancestral Gragon, I remember that your main business in the past two years is still in Beidou, right?"
Beidou was not the Beidou she was referring to. She was referring to Beidou. Ding Meng had long been familiar with this information. He replied respectfully, "Thanks to Madam and Young Master Yi's help, Beiyun Group has already accepted some transportation orders in the Empire."
Xin Zhiyao nodded. "You are doing well. I am very optimistic about you. Transfer all your main business to the Empire this year!"
Ding Meng's face lit up. "Thank you for your care, Madam. Thank you!"
Xin Zhiyao waved her hand. "You don't have to be so courteous. You've found a good wife. Xiao Fei is really considerate."
What she meant was that she was optimistic about Ding Meng, not because Ding Meng was good, but because Ding Meng was talented.
Of course, there was no such thing as a free lunch in the world. Ding Meng also knew that there must be a powerful "follow-up" for her to be so generous.
Sure enough, Xin Zhiyao turned to look at Lan Bing. "Xiaofei, Ancestral Gragon's trip to the Congress this time is actually equivalent to a member of Chuang Yu going to the capital to experience the world. Brother Qing has the final say in all matters of Chuang Yu, but this is not a small matter because it is also important to you. You should pay a visit to Brother Qing and at least get to know him."
If the real Ancestral Gragon heard this, he would probably jump eight feet high with joy. In the past three years, Ancestral Gragon and Chuangyu had established contact, mainly through Shangguan Yi, Xin Zhiyao's wife route. Ancestral Gragon could cater to Shangguan Yi, and Sophie could cater to Xin Zhiyao's preferences. Strictly speaking, Ancestral Gragon was on Xin Zhiyao's side, but people with a little bit of brains knew that the wife route was just a shortcut, not the ultimate goal. In the end, he had to climb up the big tree, Shangguan Xinqing, that was Ancestral Gragon's real goal.
Therefore, although Ancestral Gragon could occasionally see Guan Xinqing during these three years of painstaking planning, he did not have a chance to communicate with him at close range. After all, his identity was really not up to par with these big shots.
Now, Xin Zhiyao was giving him such a chance!
However, Ding Meng and Lan Bing were clear in their minds. This was not a chance. She was letting him out like a dog to bite others. Of course, she was not really biting him. She was trying to disrupt Guan Xinqing and Ji Chenxue to express her dissatisfaction with Xin Zhiyao.
This was a beautiful move. If he managed to disrupt them, he would undoubtedly make a great contribution and seize the opportunity. However, if he was mercilessly kicked off the stage, it would not be Xin Zhiyao's business.
Damn, this b * tch!
Ding Meng cursed in his heart.
Lan Bing was silent. Then, she said, "Hubby, Guan Zong is our boss. You must respect him!"
"Understood, honey!"
Ding Meng also knew that Lan Bing was hinting to him that he should not offend the two big shots on the stage.
According to Ding Meng's usual style of doing things, this was undoubtedly a huge test for him.
Therefore, under everyone's gaze, Ding Meng walked to the opposite reception platform alone. He came to Guan Xinqing and bowed his head politely. "Guan Zong, Ancestral Gragon of Beiyun is here to visit you. I wish you a happy family with many grandchildren!"
Not only was Guan Xinqing stunned by his interruption, but Ji Chenxue was also stunned.
Who was this person?
There were so many famous people around, but they did not dare to interrupt. But he dared to come alone. He was brave!
As for Beiyun, what was that?
Guan Xinqing looked at Ding Meng. "I know you. Ancestral Gragon of Beiyun Group, Xiaoyi's friend. This time, it was Yaoyao who arranged for you to go to the capital, right?"
Ding Meng immediately raised his vigilance. Guan Xinqing was indeed a big shot. He even knew a marginalized small figure like Ancestral Gragon, which proved that he knew everything about Chuangyu. Only such a meticulous person could be the boss of a super consortium.
Ding Meng replied respectfully, "It's all thanks to you. I wanted to have a chance to visit you in person, so I took the liberty to come here."
His answer was flawless, but Guan Xinqing glanced at Xin Zhiyao. This kind of trick could only be played by women. It was child's play that he disdained to play.
"Haha!"
Guan Xinqing showed a kind smile. "Do well in the capital. I have faith in you!"
Ding Meng said, "Thank you, boss!"
At this time, Ji Chenxue finally said, "Guan Zong has spent a lot of money in the past two years. Senators and deputies have all been sent there. Many people in Chuangyu."
Guan Xinqing smiled modestly. "Ji Zong, you must be joking. What I did was just a small matter. I can't compare to your Beidou Group. The masters on your side are the real face of the Empire. I personally strongly support the government's recuperation and reduction of taxes. You know, I have always been against war and riots …"
Ji Chenxue said sweetly, "I have always respected Guan Zong in this aspect as well. Beidou Group has also followed the Empire's strategic retreat from the frontlines over the past two years. They have also gradually withdrawn a lot of their armed forces. There shouldn't be any more battles in the near future."
There was a lot of information in this kind of conversation between big shots, but Ding Meng's real identity was also at the level of a big shot. Naturally, he could understand what Ji Chenxue was trying to say. The military's strategic retreat from the Fertile Chalk Star System meant that there would be no more large-scale battles to be fought. In fact, this was not a good thing for Chuangyu. Guan Xinqing said that he did not support war, but the Chuangyu needed war and conflict to find energy and create wealth. This was a paradox in itself.
Guan Xinqing smiled again. "Ji Zong, I don't know if you've noticed, but three years ago, Ruler Wen Yang went on an expedition to the Fertile Chalk Star System and personally eradicated the evil forces in outer space. After he came back, he seemed to have changed a lot."
Ji Chenxue's beautiful eyes turned. "Guan Zong, please enlighten me!"
Guan Xinqing said meaningfully, "Ruler Wen Yang has always been very hardline in his political views and insisted on fighting against the Frog Tribe army. However, since three years ago, the ruler rarely appeared in public and did not say anything. The military, on the other hand, has been retreating bit by bit. This doesn't seem to make sense, does it?"
Ji Chenxue smiled. "I don't know much about military matters, but the Congress and the military have their own think tanks. They also made strategic decisions based on various information, right?"
Guan Xinqing smiled. "Ji Zong, Chuang Yu's new round of financing for your group can be considered as doing our best as friends, right?
It's not easy for you to come here, so you must have brought some news, right? "
When he heard this, Ding Meng should have taken his leave. However, when he heard that it was about Ruler Wen Yang, he refused to move.
Ji Chenxue probably did not take a small figure like him seriously. He smiled and said, "I also heard the news from other people."
Guan Xinqing's posture was very humble. "Please speak!"
Ji Chenxue pondered for a moment and said, "It is said that Madam Yalin is pregnant this year, but this news is not very reliable."
Guan Xinqing revealed a thoughtful expression. "It seems that the higher-ups are no longer focused on government affairs. They are focused on taking care of the old and young at home."
They might have thought that Ding Meng was still confused, but at this moment, Ding Meng was secretly shocked. This news was too shocking. The fake ruler made Zhong Yalin pregnant?
He did not know where Wen Yang was now, nor did he know whether he was dead or alive. If this news reached his ears, there would be an unprecedented bloodbath among the higher-ups of the Norse Empire.
Ji Chenxue smiled again and said, "It was not easy for her to be pregnant. This is something worth celebrating. Guan Zong, you have a grandson again. This is even better!"
Guan Xinqing laughed heartily. "Ji Zong, you should work hard. I don't know where your ideal husband is. I'm waiting to eat wedding candy, and I'm waiting to acknowledge my adopted son or daughter."
Ji Chenxue did not hesitate. He smiled generously and said, "I hope he will come soon. I have waited for many years!"
Guan Xinqing said calmly, "Soon. He will be here very soon. Ji Zong, don't worry!"
Ji Chenxue did not know how to respond to this double entendre. She glanced at Zu An, then turned to Ding Meng. "Mr. Zu, congratulations in advance on entering the parliament!"
Ding Meng replied calmly, "Thank you, Ji Zong. This is all thanks to the boss and madam's love!"
This was supposed to be a proper reply, but he dragged out the word "madam" a little. He refused to believe that Guan Xinqing would not be able to read between the lines.
As expected, Guan Xinqing smiled apologetically at Ji Chenxue. "Ji Zong, please take a rest. I will excuse myself for a moment."
Ji Chenxue returned the gesture. "Guan Zong, please!"
Guan Xinqing quickly left the stage. As expected, he walked in the direction of Xin Zhiyao.
As soon as Guan Xinqing left, Ji Chenxue said to Ding Meng, "You were sent here by the third madam, weren't you?"
She had always been smiling, even now. However, when she said those words, Ding Meng immediately felt a chill run down his spine. This Ji Chenxue was no weakling. Not only was she powerful, but she was also very perceptive. She could basically guess the reason behind your every move.
Ding Meng said apologetically, "Sorry for the intrusion, Ji Zong. We are just trying to make a living. It is not easy."
His words were crude, but they were reasonable. Ji Chenxue did not care about the feelings of people like him. "Whether or not you will be able to make it to the capital is still unknown."
She seemed to be mumbling to herself, but Ding Meng understood the meaning behind her words. "If Chancellor Wen Yang can come back alive, why can't I make it to the capital alive?"
Ji Chenxue turned her head in surprise. She looked at Ding Meng with a strange gaze. She realized that she could not see through this Ancestral Gragon. He did not seem like a small fry who only knew how to curry favor with those in power.
"I misjudged you. It seems that Mr. Zu has a wide network of information channels."
Ding Meng smiled modestly. "It's not what Ji Zong thinks. I've just been doing business in outer space for many years, so I know a few friends from all walks of life. They might have heard some anecdotes about outer space, but those are just hearsay."
Ji Chenxue was still smiling, but her eyes were no longer smiling. "May I ask which of Mr. Zu's friends you are talking about?"
Ding Meng's smile suddenly disappeared. He stared at her and said, "Are you sure you want to know?"
Ji Chenxue was shocked. She had not felt this way for many years. The other party was actually able to suppress her in terms of aura.
In the entire Norse Empire, even Chancellor Wen Yang had to be polite when speaking to her. Of course, this did not mean that Ding Meng was not polite, but Ding Meng's rhetorical question was just too oppressive. Only someone with absolute confidence would dare to ask such an aggressive question.
The problem was, where did this small fry called Ancestral Gragon get his confidence from?