Of course, Lin Hao didn't intend to accept any bribes; he just wanted to select a few strong, reputable, and quality enterprises to cooperate with.
Because the Red Era Group coming to Wucheng County is a development opportunity for this small county, he didn't want to miss a chance to contribute to Wucheng's development.
As for money, he wasn't lacking. Zhang Yuanyuan could continuously make money from the secondary market, and legally at that.
Of course, he would soon venture into futures indices and commodity trading, and finally delving into the forex market, using his past life experiences to earn more money.
That night, Lin Hao received several dinner invitations, giving him his first real taste of the power of authority.
Previously, those business leaders wouldn't spare him a glance, but now that they needed his help, their attitudes completely changed.
The whole world hustles for benefit; who wouldn't want a piece of such a big cake?
As for that flirtatious little sister-in-law, Lin Hao didn't dare have too much interaction with her to avoid falling into her traps.
Although Su Muyun was also a very opportunistic person who wished to climb up, the advice she gave him was genuinely sincere, and she seemed to understand Su Muyu very well.
Lin Hao walked slowly into the hall, just in time to see Su Dingfang and the captivating stepmother, Peng Yunyan.
Perhaps Su Muyu had reported the meeting to Su Dingfang; he warmly greeted, "Lin Hao, you're back, come and sit."
"Dad, Aunt Yun," Lin Hao responded.
Peng Yunyan apparently had just taken a bath, wearing a loose white cotton nightgown with no bra underneath, making two large grape-like protrusions faintly visible on the snow-capped peaks.
Lin Hao couldn't help but recall the day he passionately engaged with Aunt Yun, feeling totally different, yet unsure if she'd noticed anything unusual.
However, Peng Yunyan still wasn't treating him warmly, only refraining from conflict due to Su Dingfang's presence.
"Meizhu, make some tea for Lin Hao," Su Dingfang shouted loudly.
The proud and voluptuous Meizhu, seemingly well-nourished lately, sauntered off to make tea with her waist swaying.
When she brought the tea, she threw a flirtatious glance at Su Dingfang, which Peng Yunyan didn't notice but Lin Hao caught.
"Dad, the Red Era Group's new energy battery project will soon launch. I've already discussed it with Su Muyu today. But, as you know, to gain more voice and profit in Red Era, I must strive a bit," Lin Hao explained directly.
"Xiaoyu has already reported this to me. Isn't it just about office and accommodations? If Wucheng County can provide them for free, that shows our sincerity, making your work easier too," Su Dingfang fully understood.
"It's best if Dad understands. I'm worried someone in the Su Family might oppose," Lin Hao said with a distressed face.
"Oppose what? Who dares? If they're unwilling, we'll just stand by and let them sort it out themselves," Su Dingfang said, suddenly irritated.
"Husband, the elder uncle's family is good to us, don't turn against them for nothing," Peng Yunyan immediately spoke kindly.
"Wife, I know you took their golden bracelet, but on such major issues, others can't be relied upon. If they won't provide an office space and accommodation, then don't bother with them," Su Dingfang scolded Peng Yunyan.
"I didn't take any golden bracelet, only a golden chain. It's not that I can't afford it myself, it was just that big sister-in-law insisted, so I accepted," Peng Yunyan hurriedly defended.
"I warn you, never accept anything from outsiders again. If reported, I'll have to go to the discipline inspection commission, possibly even risking jail time," Su Dingfang coldly warned.
"I understand," Peng Yunyan replied reluctantly, with a bitter face.
"Although Su Muyu agreed, I suspect only the uncle can make the final decision, so Dad, you'd better communicate with the uncle," Lin Hao reminded.
After all, Su Muyu offered a villa at the time, but if Su Dingzhang or Su Muyang disagrees, it could cause unpleasantness later.
"There's nothing to communicate about. Tomorrow, investigate and rent the villa and office building for a token amount, then provide them to Red Era Group, so you have the voice," Su Dingfang said loudly.
Lin Hao never thought of renting them himself and then giving them to Liao Jiarong, but this old fox Su Dingfang thought of this tactic immediately. Truly clever!
What was this trick called? "Borrowing flowers to present to Buddha"?
"Okay," Lin Hao agreed smoothly.
Actually, thinking about it, to offer a villa and high-end office building for free without receiving any benefits must have left them feeling somewhat dissatisfied.
Although Su Muyu agreed quickly at the time, it was just to gauge Lin Hao's intentions and see what field the family should engage in to judge if it's worth the effort.
Unexpectedly, Lin Hao, being tight-lipped without the sight of a rabbit, didn't reveal anything, leaving Su Muyu wanting to bite him out of anger.
After all, back home to request resources, it's impossible to persuade father and brother.
Su Dingfang didn't care about all that, adhering to the clear account policy between brothers, insisting that the Su Family demonstrates sincerity.
Afraid to offend Lin Hao, Su Dingzhang's family agreed after deliberation to first provide the villa and office building and see what happens.
What surprised them was that Su Dingfang had them rent the office building and villa to Lin Hao for a token amount, letting him use it to curry favor.
"Dad, now that the second uncle is so firm, what do we do?" Su Muyu said bitterly.
"Lin Hao is really tight-lipped, what if he cheats us?" Su Dingzhang asked gravely.
"Exactly, especially since he's having issues with Ms. Mu Yun now. If they divorce, renting for ten years would be a huge loss for us," Su Muyu said with a dark face.
"Dad, should we take longer to deliberate? Tomorrow, let younger sister use an excuse to say something came up and delay visiting the villa and office," Su Muyang interjected.
Su Dingzhang frowned deeply, dark-faced, thought for a while, and said, "No, that excuse is too poor. If Lin Hao notices our insincerity, he might not help us."
"If he doesn't help, let the second uncle exert pressure on him," Su Muyang said coldly.