The information provided by Yu Fei is still very valuable. At least we found out who was behind it. As for why Vice Minister of Commerce Tang, whom Xiao Zheng had met once, was so frantic in making things difficult for Shang Yao, Xiao Zheng had no idea.
Maybe there is a personal grudge, maybe there is someone behind the scenes. The political world, like the business world, is all about the game of interests. Instead of being naked and shirtless.
Xiao Zheng pondered for a moment, then raised his eyes and glanced at Shang Yao: "Does your Yan family have any connections with the Ministry of Commerce?"
Shang Yao nodded, then shook his head and said: "It's okay to make some connections. But it's definitely better to contact him directly than to go around here and there."
After a pause, Shang Yao asked in a deep voice: "Why is Minister Tang stuck with us?"
Xiao Zheng laughed dumbly and said: "I have only had contact with Minister Tang once. He didn't speak more than three sentences. How can we know why he made things difficult for us? But"
Xiao Zheng's eyes narrowed slightly, and he pursed his lips and said, "I vaguely remember that Minister Tang seems to be very close to the Yuchi family. He is considered a core member."
"Yuchi's family?" Shang Yao was shocked and asked in disbelief. "Could it be that my father is behind this?"
No wonder Shang Yao was so surprised.
Speaking of her father-daughter relationship with Shang Jingtian, there are indeed some problems. But there is no need for Shang Jingtian to stumble Shang Yao behind his back, right
Unless he really doesn’t want to recognize this daughter!
Xiao Zheng frowned and said: "Until we understand the situation, everything is unknown."
Xiao Zheng lowered his head and pondered for a moment, and then looked at the time. It was already nine forty at night. If you make an appointment with Vice Minister Tang at this point, there is a high chance that you will be declined. Moreover, Xiao Zheng couldn't find a very reasonable excuse to see the other party.
After all, the projects initiated by Linghu Zhu, Xiao Zheng and even Xinao have not surfaced so far. He himself did not want to expose the Xinao plan so soon.
The shopping mall is like a battlefield, and taking the lead is extremely important. If the enemy or competitor spies on the plan, you will fall into a passive situation, which is greatly disadvantageous.
Xiao Zheng was deep in thought, thinking about countermeasures.
Yu Fei saw Xiao Zheng concentrating, but he came closer, lowered his head and said: "Mr. Xiao. Otherwise, please ask Minister Jin to come forward to coordinate?"
After all, the other party is the First Minister of Commerce. The authority lies only with the chief minister. And as far as the Ministry of Commerce is concerned, in daily work, you often come into contact with big leaders. His personal connections and background cannot be ignored.
The current situation is that Minister Tang took the initiative to make things difficult for Linghu Zhu. If he doesn't have any confidence, he will definitely not attack for no reason.
Therefore, in Yu Fei's opinion, it is best to contact Minister Jin as soon as possible. Otherwise, as Shang Yao said, going around and around and failing to take effective action at once. It is very easy for Minister Tang to underestimate the opponent's strength. Even if Minister Kim is asked to come forward later, it may not be possible to quickly reach an agreement.
Because Minister Tang will measure how much effort Minister Jin will put into this matter. If the intensity is not strong enough, and there is indeed pressure from other aspects on Minister Tang's side, it is very likely that he will bite the bullet and reject Minister Jin.
The intrigues in the officialdom are more thrilling than those in the business world. Not to mention the division into gangs and divisions, those with senior officials may not be able to suppress junior officials at one go. It also depends on whether the supporters behind it are strong enough.
Xiao Zheng shook his head, pursed his lips and said, "No need to trouble Minister Jin."
Fei Xiaozheng was motivated and wanted to solve the problem by his own ability. But Minister Jin is relying on Mr. Hu. Minister Tang relies on the Yuchi family. These two families are well-known political enemies in the political arena.
Even if Minister Jin is a senior official, Minister Tang may not give him face. Because, whether to offend or not, the two sides were on opposite sides as early as when they took sides. I don’t care if I offend you one more time.
If Minister Jin is asked to come forward in Xiao Zheng’s name, he will definitely not refuse. But it is a bit embarrassing for Minister Jin. If he succeeds, he will definitely be criticized for being cowardly. It didn't work, and his face was even more dull.
Xiao Zheng gave up asking Minister Jin for help.
Shang Yao saw that Xiao Zheng was in trouble and knew that the matter was definitely not simple. After a pause, he said: "If it doesn't work, I will carry the old man out. Let him go in person."
When Xiao Zheng heard this, he laughed dumbly and said: "If the old man takes action personally for this matter, how will your old Yan family gain a foothold in Sijiu City in the future?"
Shang Yao pursed her lips and said, "Then we can't just wait aimlessly, right?"
Xiao Zheng took a sip of tea and said slowly: "There will be a way."
Seeing Shang Yao's uncharacteristic reaction, Xiao Zheng believed in this project, and both she and Linghu Zhu were very determined. He even bets his family's future on this project. If it fails, it will definitely have a huge impact on the morale of the two families. If not, how could Shang Yao be so restless with his mind? Even at the expense of bringing in Yan Shichang
Looking back at ENN, although Xiao Zheng, Lan Xin, and Chairman of the Board of Directors Lin Huayin are equally committed to this project, they are not indispensable. That’s it, Xinao can be raised to a higher level. Even if it fails, it will not shake the foundation and affect the overall situation.
It can be said that ENN is basically in a position where it can advance or retreat.
But this is only the immediate situation. Judgment without considering all factors.
In fact, neither Linghu Zhu nor Shang Yao could face a behemoth like Lin like Xinao.
Within this iron triangle, the one under the greatest pressure is undoubtedly Xiao Zheng.
Therefore, he did not want this promising project to go bankrupt and hinder ENN's path forward.
After a long silence, Xiao Zheng stood up, walked slowly to the side, and made a call.
This call was not made to anyone else, but to Minister of Commerce Tang.
It is better to ask for help than to ask for yourself. If this incident can be reconciled, Xiao Zheng certainly does not want to use external forces to put pressure on Minister Tang. That will quickly expand the situation and even intensify conflicts.
With Xiao Zheng's current status, he still has some face. It just depends on whether the opponent will accept the move or not.
The call was quickly connected.
Obviously, Minister Tang saved Xiao Zheng’s number. Minister Tang's soothing and pleasant voice sounded on the other side of the phone: "Is it Boss Xiao?"
"Good evening, Minister Tang. I'm Xiao Zheng." Xiao Zheng's breath was very stable, a light smile appeared on his face, he paused briefly, and then said. "I'm sorry for calling you so late."
"Boss Xiao's words are serious. You are our star entrepreneur in China. And I am engaged in economics. If we have enough free time, we should meet and communicate more often. What is there to be sorry for?"
Minister Tang on the other side of the phone was very polite.
I don’t know if it’s a disguise or a real emotion.
After all, Shang Yao's project has nothing to do with Xiao Zheng so far. Even Minister Tang may not know that Xiao Zheng is also a participant behind the scenes.
Xiao Zheng smiled and asked politely: "Does Minister Tang have time in the evening? I would like to chat with you face to face. It won't take too long."
"I just finished a meeting with a few colleagues. Where is Boss Xiao? I can come over now." Minister Tang smiled.
Xiao Zheng said a few polite words and said he wanted to go directly to visit. But Minister Tang was very insistent, and he no longer wanted to be a mother-in-law. After telling him the address of Longfeng Tower, he hung up the phone and waited patiently.