Zhao Han let out a sigh of relief, grateful to no longer be involved in this mess.

She then went to the kitchen to tend to the soup she was stewing. Her husband was injured and needed nourishment!

Meanwhile, Zhang Hongyang flipped through the photos Luo Gang had sent him, growing fonder of them by the minute.

Especially the woman, Luo Yanling, who seemed even sexier and more enticing as he continued to look. Although not as beautiful as his wife, Zhao Han, the playful allure in her eyes and eyebrows stirred his blood.

Unconsciously, Zhang Hongyang found himself aroused, which soon turned to pain. The increased blood circulation made his injured nose hurt. Ah...

Later on, when he had the time, why not invite Luo Yanling out with these photos?

With his identity and status as Young Master Zhang, could he really not get her?

He was quite confident about this type of woman.

Little did he know that Luo Yanling was his uncle's lover!

On the other side, Liu Zhizhong walked Luo Yanling into a fancy Western restaurant, opting for a lovely couple's private room.

Entering it, the dim romantic lighting and the beautiful candlelight on the dinner table indeed set a rather stirring and sensual mood.

As they sat down, Liu Zhizhong thought, "Ah, this woman who has slept with the Mayor, truly more enchanting and charming."

A captivating charm unintentionally shimmered from her eyes and face, impressing Liu Zhizhong greatly.

"This lady, truly tantalizing, no wonder Ma Xudong likes her. I damn well like her too!"

He even considered whether to use a video to blackmail her into serving him.

Truth be told, with his excellent physical condition and lacklustre marital life, recently stimulated by Lu Yuqing, Liu Zhizhong was genuinely interested in pursuing this wicked pleasure.

In Luo Yanling's eyes, this good-for-nothing man looked even more handsome and elegant under this lighting, practically a prince on a white horse!

But she could withstand the temptation.

However handsome, was he more influential or wealthier than the Mayor?

Liu Zhizhong quickly ordered their meals and dismissed the waiter.

That's when Luo Yanling realized, and said gravely, "What are you up to? Just ordering a meal for two? Aren't your friends coming too? Ah…"

Then, as if understanding, she added, "Oh, you're ordering for me and your friend, right? You're leaving, then? Well, get lost, Big Director Liu. I won't see you out! Humph…"

After speaking, she elegantly sipped her tea.

Liu Zhizhong responded with a lighter smile, "What if I said there's no other friend coming, do I still need to leave?"

"Pfft—"

Luo Yanling spat out her tea, even wetting the neckline of her dress.

Frantically wiping her chest, her bright eyes glaring at Liu Zhizhong, she burst out, "You son of a bitch! You damn creep, tracking me! You..."

The more she spoke, the more frazzled she became, blushing deeply.

Oh God, had he seen everything?

Oh God, was he the man who had intervened?

So, was he now her savior, rescuing her from a disaster with her ex-boyfriend?

But... how had she treated him today? Ah… Who would have thought it was such a coincidence?

However, Liu Zhizhong just smiled gently, nodding reassuringly as he looked at her, absolutely composed.

When Luo Yanling became nearly hysterical, not knowing what to say, he calmly stated, "Director Luo, you need to calm down. The fact that I invited you here to eat already explains a lot. You're a smart woman, you should understand, right?"

"I…" Luo Yanling's face was flushed, "What do I understand? Isn't this just a game to you? Out of respect for the help you offered this morning, I'll overlook it, but don't push me too far. You know I belong to Secretary Ma, understand?"

Ah, at the mention of her lover, Luo Yanling calmed down, her posture straightened, her chest puffed out prouder.

Her alluring and sexy demeanor was almost too much for Liu Zhizhong to control.

However, Liu Zhizhong gave a slight smile, whispering, "I already said back in my office, don't bring up Secretary Ma, don't think of complaining. Pressing me could end badly for both of us. In officialdom, we aim for mutual peace—everyone benefits, right?"

Luo Yanling coldly said, "You shouldn't push me too far either! Don't boss me around at work, and don't act like my superior. I'm in the second secretariat, I don't manage things, I manage people. You've been obstructing my position, and I'm very unhappy about it, so don't give me that attitude!"

Liu Zhizhong smiled, "Think about it—since the beginning, have I ever shown you attitude? Rather, it's been you showing attitude towards me, right?"

"So what if I gave you attitude? You owe me! It's you who owe me! If not for you, I would be the head of the second secretariat by now, hmph!"

"You really are being unreasonable, aren't you? By chance, I saved you, and not only do you not appreciate it, you're acting up? Do you realize the impact if that video gets released out of frustration? Annoy me too much, and I could sleep with you—could you resist? This place is pretty spacious, that sofa over there is big and soft, want to give it a try?"