Dragon Blood Divine Son-in-law
Chapter 640: Turning Crisis into Opportunity

Chapter 640: Chapter 640: Turning Crisis into Opportunity

Under the influence of Wu Pinxue’s campaign, many people also began to doubt the authenticity of the so-called hygiene issues and speculated about them.

Seeing public opinion shift back on track due to her influence, Wu Pinxue couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow at Chen Xuan, flashing a triumphant expression.

Seeing Wu Pinxue’s demeanor, Chen Xuan felt somewhat moved.

This woman, seemingly carefree and hearty, was actually quite passionate. It was clear that she was standing up for Cui Ruyun.

At this time, Cui Ruyun, having received the news, also came out from her office upstairs.

She went straight to a team leader-looking staff member, smilingly said, "Captain Liu, our hotel’s hygiene conditions have passed the checks of your department at every level. There shouldn’t be any hygiene issues. Could there be some kind of misunderstanding?"

Liu Zhao snorted lightly, raising his voice on purpose, and said sarcastically, "We’re dutiful in our responsibilities, of course we must thoroughly check establishments like yours. But that doesn’t stop certain parasites from exploiting loopholes in policies and engaging in sordid acts!"

Liu Zhao’s words clearly hinted at Cui Ruyun engaging in some dishonest practices.

In front of so many people, such slander was Liu Zhao’s deliberate attempt to take the moral high ground and smear Cui Ruyun.

Hearing Liu Zhao’s words, Cui Ruyun also frowned slightly.

"Captain Liu, if you smear me before the situation has been clearly investigated, isn’t that quite irresponsible?!" Cui Ruyun said coldly.

Liu Zhao snorted, "Smear? Have I smeared you? I simply mentioned certain parasites; did I specifically name Ziqidonglai? Clearly, you took it upon yourself to take offense. It seems to me that you’re just feeling guilty!"

"You..." Cui Ruyun was infuriated by Liu Zhao’s shameless behavior.

But Liu Zhao looked all too pleased, "Enough with the talk. Ziqidonglai Grand Hotel has been reported for hygiene issues; now we must conduct a comprehensive investigation. I am formally notifying you that, starting today, your hotel must cease operations for rectification. The reopening date will be determined later!"

Liu Zhao looked arrogant, clearly bullying by throwing his weight around.

Hearing Liu Zhao’s notification, Cui Ruyun’s heart sank.

Cui Ruyun, having been in business for many years, was actually very clear about the rules of the market.

She knew that as an outsider, establishing a foothold in a new place was difficult, let alone in Yanjing, where factors of all kinds were extremely complicated.

As per Cui Ruyun’s way of doing things, before deciding to enter an unfamiliar market, she would definitely first expand her network, pave the way, and smooth out all connections before bringing her business in.

However, this time, eager to meet Chen Xuan and rush to his side in Yanjing, she had skipped all those preliminary stages.

That led to her current situation, facing harassment by a petty official like Liu Zhao and feeling somewhat at a loss, despite usually managing to get along everywhere she went.

As Liu Zhao saw Cui Ruyun looking helpless, a cold smile crept into his heart.

Previously, he had been somewhat concerned about who might be backing this proprietress. Now it seemed she was just an ordinary citizen with no influential support behind her.

Thinking this, Liu Zhao became even more recklessly brazen.

"Someone get them out of here and seal the place up!"

Upon Liu Zhao’s command, the staff behind him instantly moved to drive everyone out and shut down the place.

But at that moment, Chen Xuan suddenly stepped forward and said coldly, "Some people have ulterior motives, and being able to report without any proof is bad enough. You, as part of the governmental department, don’t even bother to investigate and just blindly shut down someone’s business."

"Is this the result of your work being sloppy, sitting idly by in your posts, or are you colluding with certain powers, upset at the prospect of outsiders disrupting your vested interests?"

Chen Xuan’s seemingly casual remarks were cutting and hit the heart, immediately setting off a commotion throughout the entire restaurant.

Those diners, who were originally ready to leave since they couldn’t get food, perked up after hearing Chen Xuan’s words.

They thought it was rather bold of the kid to openly defy an official department, and now there was going to be quite a show!

Nobody left the scene, and everyone positioned themselves to watch the impending drama unfold.

Liu Zhao, upon hearing Chen Xuan’s words, was immediately enraged.

As the head of the hygiene team, he might not have had a high-ranking position, but his authority was not to be underestimated.

Wherever he went, everyone had to show him respect and wouldn’t dare offend him in the slightest.

Yet now, this young man with an accent from another region was daring to question him in front of so many people, suggesting that he had some improper relationships with others; this made Liu Zhao feel as if his authority had been greatly insulted!

"Damn it, I’m warning you to watch your mouth! Who told you that I’m colluding with anyone? Believe it or not, I can have you arrested for spreading rumors!" Liu Zhao cursed at Chen Xuan, openly threatening him.

Chen Xuan remained calm, speaking slowly and deliberately, "Did I ever say you were colluding with anyone? I merely mentioned you people in general, it’s you who assumed I was speaking about yourself. It seems to me that you’re the one with a guilty conscience."

All the accusations Liu Zhao had made against Cui Ruyun were now returned to him by Chen Xuan.

"You..."

This time, it was Liu Zhao who was left speechless with anger.

The surrounding crowds were taking malicious pleasure in the scene, finding it refreshing to see someone like Liu Zhao put in his place.

Cui Ruyun, who had been angry just moments ago, couldn’t help but cover her mouth and giggle.

Wu Pinxue’s expression was priceless, and she couldn’t help but feel a tinge of envy.

This guy, who normally seemed so dull and unromantic, had stepped up for this woman, showing some real manliness.

Wu Pinxue wished she could be the one for whom Chen Xuan stood up.

By now, Liu Zhao was furious and embarrassed, shouting exasperatedly, "When is it your turn, an ordinary citizen, to point fingers and tell us, the official department, how to do our job!"

"Get lost, and if you dare to delay our work here again, we won’t be nice to you!"

Liu Zhao resorted to pulling rank to suppress Chen Xuan.

Chen Xuan remained unfazed, his expression indifferent.

"It’s true you are from an official department, but that doesn’t mean you can act however you please!"

"To be honest, I am a doctor, and I do have some understanding of health and wellness."

"The food at this restaurant is not only delicious but also made with high-quality ingredients, there is absolutely no chance of any hygiene issues here!"

Chen Xuan was prepared to turn the crisis into an opportunity, seizing the moment to advertise for Cui Ruyun’s restaurant.

Hearing Chen Xuan’s words, Liu Zhao sneered and disdainfully retorted, "A doctor? You?"