"What am I afraid of, Secretary Ma? I'm just an idler in Yangzhou now, afflicted with heart disease and in need of rest!"
Liu Zhizhong joked lightly, which genuinely made Ma Xudong laugh.
Ma Xudong nodded and sighed, "You have to say, the young ones really have some tricks! The struggles in officialdom are indeed inexhaustible. The Zhang Family Members are really disgusting. However, handling it coldly for a while like you did is a good method. But you, don't come here too often. It's not good for you, and it's not good for your relationships above either. Look at this…"
Speaking of which, he became serious, pointed to their surroundings, and then continued, "It's clear that only with connections can one enjoy special treatment! But for you, propriety still matters. I don't have much time left, and I see things clearly now. But my deathly fate should not affect you and harm you."
