Han Tianpeng wasn't impulsive!
He had investigated Qin Mu's general situation in Huaining County. Every notable achievement of Qin Mu's was related to Tianke Group.
Tea was being developed into a distinctive agricultural economy!
The factory merger was intended to increase employment and boost the economy.
Currently, both projects belonged to Tianke Group. If Tianke Group withdrew its investment, the tea farmers, just preparing for a major undertaking, would be instantly devastated.
The workers in the five merged factories would instantly lose their jobs, which would definitely cause a huge public outcry. Who would bear the brunt of the blame?
Definitely Qin Mu!
Even if Qin Mu had some connections, what ability did he have to bring in a large company to take over these two projects in just one or two days?
The investment amount was at least thirty to forty million yuan. Which company could finalize such a deal so quickly?
None!
To secure his position as county magistrate, Qin Mu had to maintain the cooperation with Tianke Group. That was beyond question.
This was Han Tianpeng's source of confidence!
In his view, as long as he sent a signal to Qin Mu, the other party would definitely come and reconcile with him obediently. Then, he could conveniently give Qin Mu a way out. After this lesson, Qin Mu would finally bow down to him.
"You know nothing about Qin Mu's identity and personality!"
Tian Weiwei looked at Han Tianpeng's shrewd expression and coldly said, "I won't play along with your nonsense, nor will I stand by and watch you destroy the relationships and connections I've painstakingly built!"
After saying that, she directly took out her phone, preparing to make a call.
"You're not going to call your father to complain, are you?"
Han Tianpeng chuckled and said, "The chairman is busy every day. Would he care about a mere tens of millions of investment in a branch office?"
"As the vice chairman, I'm responsible for supervising the investments of each branch office. Don't I even have the authority to withdraw tens of millions of investment?"
Don't care?
Tian Weiwei had no time to think about anything else and quickly dialed her father's number.
"Hello, Weiwei, what's up?"
A deep male voice came through the phone almost immediately.
"Dad, there's something going on here, you need to make a decision!"
Tian Weiwei cut to the chase, saying, "I've already reported my cooperation with County Magistrate Qin Mu of Huaining to you, but today Han Tianpeng came and forcibly demanded the withdrawal of his investment, and even wanted to dismiss me from my position and send me back to headquarters. Now my relationship with County Magistrate Qin is completely broken!"
"This…why would Tianpeng do this?"
Tian Jianwei, chairman of Tianke Group, asked from the other end of the line. In his memory, Han Tianpeng was a particularly steady person who never made rash decisions. His decision to go to Jiangzhou this time must have had a reason.
"Give me the phone, I'll talk!"
Han Tianpeng proactively extended his hand, gesturing, "I'll talk to the chairman, he'll definitely understand!"
"You speak yourself!"
Tian Weiwei didn't think much of it and handed over the phone.
"Chairman!"
This is Tianpeng. I feel it's necessary to explain this to you. I'm not trying to oppose that County Head Qin; I just feel his attitude is wrong. Our Tianke Group provided such a large amount of financial assistance; shouldn't he be grateful?
Han Tianpeng said in a deep voice, "I just hope to use this method to make him calm down. Our Tianke Group isn't a philanthropist, and besides, he has no other choice but to come back to us. Don't worry, he'll come back to us soon. The relationship won't break down; we'll continue to cooperate. But Tianke Group's contributions must be respected!"
Respected?
Tian Weiwei, listening to this, was speechless. Had Han Tianpeng lost his mind? In the current climate, a businessman wanting to challenge the government?
Isn't that courting death?
Although Qin Mu isn't a government official, he's the county magistrate. With that title, he can represent the government. Why does he insist on being respected?
Doesn't he know his own limitations?
Tian Weiwei initially thought that Han Tianpeng was just a bit off, and that her father would be quite clear-headed. Unfortunately, Chairman Tian, whether in a moment of madness or simply too busy to deal with such matters, readily believed Han Tianpeng's explanation, assuming he could handle everything.
"As long as you can handle it and don't ruin your relationship with County Magistrate Qin, that's fine. I have a meeting here, so I'll talk to you later. You guys discuss it yourselves!"
Tian Jianwei, without giving it much thought, simply replied and hung up.
But his words gave Han Tianpeng a boost of confidence. He assumed the chairman shared his views: to gain respect and make Qin Mu bow down.
"The chairman thinks what I said makes sense and has entrusted everything to me."
Han Tianpeng handed the phone to Tian Weiwei, saying calmly, "Now you can rest assured!"
What the hell?
My dad also thinks it's okay?
This is…
Tian Weiwei froze on the spot. She couldn't understand it. Her father was such a clear-headed person, dealing with so many leaders every day; how could he not realize Qin Mu's identity?
What was he thinking?
"I don't believe it!"
Tian Weiwei was still unconvinced and prepared to call again to ask for clarification, but unfortunately, Tian Jianwei's phone was switched off.
Looks like he was in a meeting!
But Tian Weiwei had a very bad feeling; she had a feeling something terrible was about to happen!
"Don't panic!"
"According to my prediction, Qin Mu will call us first thing tomorrow morning to beg for peace. He can't afford the risk of Tianke Group withdrawing its investment!"
Han Tianpeng said seriously, looking confident.
"You're sick!"
Tian Weiwei cursed angrily, got up, and left. She knew some people wouldn't change their ways until they suffered.
Like Han Tianpeng, who acted as if he had Qin Mu completely under his thumb, but Qin Mu would definitely make him regret it, even pay a heavy price.
However, this heavy price could have been avoided, but now, Tian Weiwei was helpless. She'd just have to take it one step at a time. She was just a little regretful that she had worked so hard to build a good relationship with Qin Mu, only to have it ruined by Han Tianpeng.
This collaboration had broken down, and restoring it wouldn't be so easy.
...
After leaving the restaurant, Qin Mu and Zhao Yanan went to a roadside stall and ate fried noodles. They had been so busy bickering that they hadn't eaten much.
As soon as the fried noodles were served, Qin Mu ate them with gusto, looking incredibly satisfied, which left Zhao Yanan stunned.
"You... still have such a good appetite?"
Zhao Yanan asked hesitantly.
"Otherwise, do you think I'd be anxious, flustered, or unable to eat after coming out from over there?"
Qin Mu smiled slightly and countered.