Super Soldier in the City
Chapter 554 - 565: No One Believes It

Chapter 554: Chapter 565: No One Believes It

Li Yifei directly dialed Ye Yunzhu’s grandfather’s phone, thinking that the old man wanted him to handle some affairs for the Ye family. Didn’t he have to give them something to do when there was nothing pressing? If it were about fighting for some important positions, the Ye family might not be able to handle it, but it was just about arranging someone into the Tax Bureau. If they couldn’t manage that, then they had no business mixing in this province anymore, let alone be considered a prominent family.

The old man’s phone was quickly connected, and he went straight to the point, "Kid, you’ve made up your mind."

Li Yifei knew he was referring to the matter of pursuing Su Mengxin and said in an annoyed tone, "Made up my mind about what? I’m calling you for something else."

"You’re really thick-headed, what’s up?" the old man immediately cursed Li Yifei but didn’t forget the matter Li Yifei was talking about.

"It’s like this, I have a relative who has been a temp worker at the Tax Bureau for over twenty years, and now they’ve been squeezed out."

"Is that all, such a trivial matter? Do you really need to call me for that?"

"Heh, I was worried that maybe one day they might get squeezed out again, so just handle it to become a regular staff, that way no one can squeeze them out again."

"Smart guy, that’s going to take some doing," replied the old man.

"That takes doing? How have you all been getting by all these years?" Li Yifei retorted.

"Slick kid, no need to provoke me. I’ll handle it, just tell me the name, which Sub-bureau."

Li Yifei told him about Su Yiyi’s uncle-in-law’s situation, and the old man hung up the phone right away.

Putting down the phone, Li Yifei said, "Uncle-in-law, it’s taken care of. You just wait for the news."

Su Yiyi’s aunt and uncle-in-law looked at Li Yifei in surprise, and her stammering aunt asked, "Just like that?"

Li Yifei nodded and said, "Yeah, it’s not a big deal."

Su Yiyi’s aunt and uncle-in-law were suddenly ecstatic and so excited they didn’t know what to say.

Although Chu Minghui heard what Li Yifei said, he didn’t hear what the person on the other end said. He laughed and said, "Kid, you really can put on quite the show, making it sound so convincing. But do you realize you’re overdoing it a bit?"

Li Yifei smiled and said, "Is that so? I haven’t noticed."

Chu Minghui huffed, "Do you know how many temp workers we have in our system? Every Sub-bureau has dozens, and those who have worked for over ten years are even more common. If we make Old Zhao a formal employee, what about the others? Unless everyone gets it, which is not happening, the rest will surely make a fuss. No leaders would want to deal with that."

Upon hearing Chu Minghui’s words, the joy on Su Yiyi’s uncle-in-law’s face disappeared as if it had never been there. There were several others in his unit who had worked for over ten years. If he became a regular employee and the others did not, there would certainly be a commotion. So, after all, it seemed impossible.

Seeing her husband’s expression, Su Yiyi’s aunt’s smile also faded, and she suddenly became annoyed with Li Yifei, "Yifei, how could you do this? This is a life-changing matter for your uncle-in-law, not something you use to show off."

Li Yifei couldn’t help but feel a mix of amusement and dismay, saying, "Aunt, uncle-in-law, it’s true, don’t worry, there must be a way." Chu Minghui knew about this, so how could the Ye family not know? They would surely find a solution.

Su Yiyi also quickly added, "Aunt, uncle-in-law, don’t worry, Yifei can definitely manage your husband’s work."

But even with Su Yiyi saying this, Su Yiyi’s aunt and uncle-in-law simply didn’t believe it. The main issue was that Li Yifei made it seem too simple. If it were just continuing as temp workers at the Tax Bureau, that would be one thing, but to suggest he could get a regular position, that seemed too easy.

Seeing Li Yifei like this, Chu Minghui felt even happier inside. This would likely lower Su Yiyi’s aunt and uncle-in-law’s opinion of Li Yifei even further. If it didn’t work out, Su Yiyi would think him unreliable, and they might break up immediately. The thought of then being able to make a move on Su Yiyi made his mood even better.

Gently swirling his glass, Chu Minghui smiled and said, "Young man, when can you expect a reply from your contact? I’m looking forward to some good news here."

Immediately, Su Yiyi’s aunt appealed, "Chief Chu, please don’t take offense with the kid. We really need your help with this matter. We don’t need an official regular position; as long as we’re not cut off, we’d be extremely grateful."

Chu Minghui said with a chuckle, "That won’t do, how can he keep working as a temp after landing a permanent role? Old Zhao, this time you’re really in, and you’re gonna have good days ahead. Your niece really found herself a good boyfriend."

Su Yiyi’s aunt listened to Chu Minghui’s mocking tone and was even angrier at Li Yifei. She scolded him with a stern face, "You kid, why can’t you understand the bigger picture? Hurry up and apologize to Chief Chu. Do you really want your uncle to lose his job chance?"

Li Yifei was incessantly nagged by Su Yiyi’s aunt and truly didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. Especially since even if he explained, the other side wouldn’t believe him, he had no choice but to say, "It’s not a big deal being a temp anyway. If I can’t get it done, then just let my uncle find another job, for sure it won’t earn less than what he would as a temp there."

Su Yiyi’s aunt grew even angrier and said, "What do you understand? Working at the Tax Bureau isn’t just about making money, it’s also about status. Mentioning a job at the Tax Bureau carries clout anywhere, while working elsewhere is just laboring for someone else. Even if you earn more, it’s still without prestige."

Chu Minghui laughed heartily and said, "No worries, this kid might even get you a permanent position. That’s even more prestigious."

Since Su Yiyi’s aunt saw that Li Yifei wasn’t apologizing and Chu Minghui still had the air of enjoying the drama, she could only cast pleading glances at Zheng Long. Zheng Long himself could only offer a wry smile as the situation had escalated to this point. Even if Chu Minghui agreed to help now, it would look like losing face, and he didn’t feel it was his place to say anything.

Moreover, Zheng Long himself was a bit of a lecher, a fact about which Su Yiyi’s aunt was well aware. She rarely contacted him, only thinking of this lecher when she saw Su Yiyi. Both Zheng Long and Chu Minghui were of the same ilk, and naturally, Zheng Long could tell that Chu Minghui was interested in Su Yiyi. He wouldn’t want to spoil Chu Minghui’s prospects. Besides, he also felt that a beauty like Su Yiyi, ending up with Li Yifei, seemed like a loss and was even less inclined to speak up for Su Yiyi’s aunt.

"Kid, why don’t you call again to hurry them up? See if they’ll do it or not?" Chu Xiaoyao crossed her legs and sarcastically watched Li Yifei.

Before Li Yifei could speak, his phone rang. It was a call from Ye Yunzhu’s grandfather, and he quickly answered. On the other end, Ye Yunzhu’s grandfather immediately said, "I’ve sorted it out, but dealing with such matters within the same bureau is a bit taboo, so I’ve arranged for your relative to be transferred to the North City Branch."

Li Yifei replied cheerfully, "That works too, the North City Branch it is, then."

"Kid, why do I get the feeling that you’re not too pleased?"

"No, I wouldn’t dare be dissatisfied."

"That’s more like it. By the way, think over what I told you, will you?"

"Got it," Li Yifei said, quickly ending the call. He didn’t want to listen to the old man nag about Su Mengxin.

After hanging up, Li Yifei said to Su Yiyi’s aunt and uncle, "Auntie, Uncle, it’s all sorted now. Uncle is transferred to the North City Branch."

Su Yiyi’s aunt and uncle looked at the relaxed expression on Li Yifei’s face and his informal way of speaking. Wanting to believe yet not daring to, and not wanting to believe, but fearing what if it were true?

"Yifei, this is serious; please don’t joke with your aunt and your uncle," Su Yiyi’s aunt said cautiously to Li Yifei.

Su Yiyi herself was a bit displeased and interjected, "Auntie, you can trust Yifei in handling matters. If he says it’s done, then it’s done."

Su Yiyi’s aunt was familiar with Su Yiyi’s character, but the matter was so difficult that she couldn’t believe Li Yifei could secure it with just a phone call.

Chu Minghui snorted and said, "You actually believe that? If Old Zhao really gets transferred to the North City Branch, then I’ll write my Chu character upside down." He seemed to think his Chu character carried some weight, as it was the second time he made such a remark.

Li Yifei didn’t bother with him, stood up and said, "Auntie, Uncle, we’ve almost finished eating. Even if it’s been sorted, the paperwork will take some time, and since this matter isn’t exactly by the book, you’d better not spread the word."

Chu Minghui immediately said, "What, kid, you’re thinking of leaving now? If you go, I’m telling you, I’ll completely wash my hands of this affair."

Li Yifei gave a faint smile and replied, "Thank you, but we really don’t need your help anymore."

Chu Minghui huffed and felt like there was no fun in staying any longer. He thought when Su Yiyi’s uncle couldn’t get the transfer, extending a hand then might bring him closer to Su Yiyi. With a swing of his arm, he walked directly out of the private room.

No sooner had he left than he stopped in his tracks, respectfully greeting one of a few passing individuals, "Hello, Uncle Ye."

The person returned the greeting with a smile, which surprised Chu Minghui. Uncle Ye was a powerful and influential figure who didn’t take much notice of him. To be greeted so warmly was unexpected and raised his status in front of others, possibly showing Su Yiyi that he was a man of capability. Hurrying over, his face wore a modest smile, but inwardly he was filled with pleasure.