Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin believed that Zhao Songliang must have given instructions and his subordinates arranged everything immediately and thoroughly.
They didn’t expect that Zhao Songliang personally intervened and made the arrangements himself, even selecting the personnel personally.
For Zhao Songliang to personally arrange such things was indeed making a mountain out of a molehill.
Yu Hong and Fu Leilei were quite nervous and excited before receiving any greeting from Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin.
They never imagined that they would be accompanying Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin on this outing.
Both of them had been fans of Luo Ziling’s, following his Weibo since six months ago.
Yet, they never expected to meet Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin here.
Luo Ziling is Fu Leilei’s ideal man, and naturally also the ideal of many young girls, nearly perfect.
Yu Hong saw Luo Ziling as her idol, and even more so considered Luo Ziling’s rumored girlfriend, Yang Qingyin, as her goddess.
The chance to hang out with their ideal man and woman was a significant blessing in their lives.
Unfortunately, they waited for a long time, yet did not receive any acknowledgment from Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin.
Seeing Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin about to leave through the exit, they thought they’d missed their chance to accompany them today.
Unexpectedly, they were in for a pleasant surprise.
"When all seems lost and paths are blocked, a sudden turn reveals new possibilities." This poem perfectly describes their feelings.
Even more surprisingly, Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin added them as WeChat friends.
They understood that, even as immensely popular internet celebrities with tens of millions of fans, Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin would always be figures they looked up to. Getting their contact was already a great fortune.
Becoming their WeChat friends was beyond their wildest dreams.
They also understood that for someone like Zhao Songliang to regard Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin with such esteem implied that these two had very extraordinary identities, far beyond that of mere online celebrities.
It’s human nature to gravitate towards those who are superior, with higher status and greater excellence.
Yu Hong and Fu Leilei likewise hoped to connect with outstanding individuals who could change their destinies.
Encountering such an opportunity today, especially with the warm reception from Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin, they certainly wouldn’t let it slip away.
During the three-plus hours accompanying Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin, the four of them had a pleasant interaction.
After leaving the Slender West Lake, they visited Ge Garden, Dongguan Street, and finally strolled casually along the canal.
Yu Hong and Fu Leilei had solid professional knowledge; they continuously discussed Yangzhou’s history with Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin.
Blending natural landscapes with historical and cultural insights, Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin became thoroughly acquainted with Yangzhou’s history.
Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin praised the two for their extensive knowledge and expressed their pleasure in their company.
Receiving compliments from Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin made them very happy.
Luo Ziling initially thought they were a couple, but upon confirming that they were just colleagues, he felt a slight sense of disappointment.
Around 4:30 in the afternoon, as their itinerary was about to end, Zhao Songliang called, asking how Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin had enjoyed their time.
Luo Ziling honestly replied, expressing heartfelt thanks to their Yangzhou friends for a wonderful time.
Upon hearing this, Zhao Songliang heaved a sigh of relief.
He warmly invited Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin for dinner, stating that he had already arranged a feast, and requested their presence.
Luo Ziling finally did not decline.
Yu Hong and Fu Leilei, having completed their task, prepared to take their leave.
But Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin warmly invited them to join the dinner.
The two initially declined politely, but ultimately couldn’t resist Luo Ziling’s enthusiastic invitation, coupled with their genuine desire to build closer ties, and eventually agreed.
Upon arriving at the location Zhao Songliang reserved, they found him already waiting.
Inside the private room, besides Zhao Songliang and a charming woman in her forties, there were no others present.
Luo Ziling and party were led into the room by Zhao Songliang’s secretary, who looked puzzled upon seeing Yu Hong and Fu Leilei joining the dinner.
However, being a cautious person, despite his confusion, he didn’t express anything, and politely ushered in Luo Ziling, Yang Qingyin, and those following them, then withdrew.
Zhao Songliang hadn’t expected the two small officers, having completed their task, to ignorantly tag along with them, and after a moment’s pause, shot them a glare.
Yu Hong and Fu Leilei understood the meaning behind Zhao Songliang’s look and were greatly alarmed.
Thankfully, Luo Ziling immediately came to their aid.
Luo Ziling explained to Zhao Songliang, saying that he was very grateful for Yu Hong and Fu Leilei’s company today, which was immensely rewarding. He mentioned that after dinner, he would like Yu Hong and Fu Leilei to accompany them for a stroll by the canal, hence inviting them to dine together.
"They were hesitant to come, and it was only under my persistent urging that they agreed!"
Luo Ziling’s words made Zhao Songliang heave a silent sigh.
He interpreted Luo Ziling’s words to imply that Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin did not wish to discuss serious matters with him.
With outsiders present, how could they discuss serious matters?
However, he no longer cast looks at Yu Hong and Fu Leilei, instead warmly invited them to sit.
The elegant middle-aged woman was Zhao Songliang’s wife, Wang Bijun, who also held a post in Yangzhou, responsible for cultural and tourism affairs, serving in a vice role in the newly established bureau. The fact that the couple worked in the same area was not a usual occurrence.
Situations like Zhao Songliang and Wang Bijun’s were not common.
Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin did not delve into these matters, politely greeting them, and expressing gratitude for their hospitality, without any further comments.
Because of Yu Hong and Fu Leilei’s presence, the conversations remained quite restrained.
Yang Qingyin didn’t like speaking in such settings, and with outsiders present, she was habitually reticent.
This made her appear aloof and proud in the eyes of others.
However, Zhao Songliang and Wang Bijun dared not express any dissatisfaction.
They were well aware that Yang Qingyin was the granddaughter of Yang Yuanshan, a princess-level figure.
The Yang Family’s princess, even giving them the cold shoulder, would not provoke their response.
Zhao Songliang and Wang Bijun being so courteous to Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin surprised Yu Hong and Fu Leilei, who were sitting nervously on the side.
They realized that their guesses regarding Luo Ziling and Yang Qingyin’s identities were far too conservative.
For someone like Zhao Songliang to regard such individuals this way, how could their identities be simple?