The day after Xiang Wentian died, official news was published by major media outlets in Huaxia.
Three Rivers Province's top leader died suddenly of illness!!!!
"Husband, you are truly amazing. You dealt with the protective umbrella behind the criminal organization in Wuzhou District in no time, leaving nothing behind." Zhao Hongyan said excitedly.
Zhao Hongyan misunderstood, thinking that Xiang Wentian, like Wu Tianhong, was a protective umbrella behind the Hu Corporation's brothers' group in Wuzhou District.
"It's not that I'm that capable, but the political arena in Huaxia hasn't degenerated to the point of flagrantly shielding bad people." Chen Feng explained humbly.
As for whether Xiang Wentian was the protective umbrella for the Hu Corporation's brothers' group, Zhao Hongyan did not explain in detail. Xiang Wentian was already dead, so it didn't matter whether it was explained or not.
"Husband, I don't quite understand. Xiang Wentian dying of a sudden illness at this time seems too coincidental, doesn't it?" Zhao Hongyan continued to ask, looking puzzled.
"It's not a coincidence. Xiang Wentian didn't die of a sudden illness at all; Xiang Wentian committed suicide." Chen Feng replied truthfully.
"What? Xiang Wentian committed suicide? Why? It's better to live poorly than die well. As far as I know, no matter what crime a major figure in Huaxia commits, even if it's very serious, as long as they can negotiate a bit, preserving their life shouldn't be a big problem. There's no need to commit suicide and be so depressed." Zhao Hongyan asked with a look of confusion.
"Miss Hongyan, you are not involved in the political arena, so you don't quite understand some things about it. Let me put it this way: there's a famous saying in politics, 'If you don't want to leave with dignity, someone will help you leave with dignity.' Only when you leave with dignity can everyone else leave with dignity." Chen Feng said with a smile.
"Husband, with your explanation, I understand what's going on. Xiang Wentian was the top leader of the provincial capital. His wrongdoings coming to light not only meant his own wrongdoing but also the wrongdoing of a major group. If he hadn't died, other officials who hadn't committed any crimes would have been living in constant fear. Only with Xiang Wentian's death could everyone live in peace. All the big shots hoped Xiang Wentian would die, and Xiang Wentian could only die of illness." Zhao Hongyan explained.
"Yes, that's exactly right." Chen Feng nodded slightly.
"Husband, I'm realizing now how terrifying the political arena is. Sometimes, you can't even control your own life or death; you're like a pathetic puppet!" Zhao Hongyan sighed.
"It's quite normal. This is what we often call being unable to help oneself when one is in the jianghu," Chen Feng replied with a smile.
"Husband, honestly, aren't you afraid of the cruelty of the political arena?" Zhao Hongyan asked curiously.
"I'm not an immortal, how could I not be afraid of the cruelty of the political arena?" Chen Feng replied seriously.
"Since you're also afraid of the cruelty of the political arena, you can leave it. Honestly, with your exceptional intelligence, you can earn money doing anything." Zhao Hongyan instinctively advised. The political arena was too terrifying, with hidden dangers at every turn. A slight mistake could lead to a place with no burial ground. Chen Feng, being such a smart young man, had no need to live a life of constant peril.
"Miss Hongyan, to be honest, if we consider it purely from the perspective of money, there's really no need to be involved in politics. Politics is too dangerous; one moment you're enjoying boundless glory, and the next you become a prisoner, forced to die of illness. However, my reason for choosing to stay in politics is truly not for making money." Chen Feng explained earnestly.
"Husband, this is very strange. Everyone enters politics to make money, but you not only don't make money but also spend your own. Honestly, I truly can't understand." Zhao Hongyan looked perplexed. The more she got to know Chen Feng, the more she felt he was somewhat detached from worldly affairs, extraordinary, and possessed a high level of understanding.
"Miss Hongyan, actually, you don't need to dwell on these issues. Regardless of my reasons for choosing to stay in politics, one thing you should know is that I am not a bad person." Chen Feng smiled humbly. The reason why he stayed in politics was a question he had answered many times before. He didn't want to answer it again. He often told others that he remained in politics for the common people, to change Huaxia's political arena, and for Huaxia to become truly strong. Saying such things too often would make people feel disgusted.
"Alright, actually, it's not important what your reasons are for choosing to stay in the perilous political arena. What's important is that you are a good person. By the way, husband, now that so many rare earth mines have been discovered in Wuzhou District, won't Wuzhou District make a fortune?" Zhao Hongyan asked excitedly.
"You're thinking too much." Chen Feng replied calmly.
"Thinking too much?" Zhao Hongyan asked in confusion.
"Yes, you are indeed thinking too much. If it were any other mineral, Wuzhou District could indeed make a significant profit. However, with rare earth mines, especially the special rare earth mines discovered this time in Wuzhou District, you really can't make much money." Chen Feng continued to say calmly.
"Why?"
"Because special rare earth mines are not civilian mineral resources; they are strategic reserves of the nation. Furthermore, special rare earth mines can only be used in special industries, such as the aerospace industry or the nuclear industry... These industries do not generate public welfare benefits."
"Husband, I still don't quite understand. The United States also has rare earth mines, and their rare earth mines are publicly traded. Why can American rare earth mines make money, but Huaxia's rare earth mines cannot?" Zhao Hongyan pressed.
"This is also simple. Huaxia and the United States have different systems. The United States is driven by money; as long as a project can make money, private capital can penetrate it. Huaxia is not a country that prioritizes money; private capital is not allowed to infiltrate many key industries."
"Then what's the difference between these two types of countries?" Zhao Hongyan asked curiously.
"There is a great difference between these two different systems. It would take more than a day and night to explain clearly. To put it briefly, countries like the United States, when they become powerful, bully other countries around the world for money. Huaxia is different. If Huaxia becomes powerful, it will show great love to the world. Just like the Tang Dynasty in Huaxia, when all nations paid tribute, it was a harmonious scene." Chen Feng explained word by word.
"I think I understand." Zhao Hongyan looked at Chen Feng with admiration. Chen Feng's vision had gone beyond the small Wuzhou District. He had a clear understanding of the entire provincial capital, the entire Huaxia, and the entire world. What was most commendable was that despite his grand vision, Chen Feng was humble and down-to-earth. If others had such foresight and talent, they would undoubtedly become arrogant and certainly wouldn't be content to remain just the head of the Wuzhou District Development and Reform Bureau.
"Miss Hongyan, I've been dealing with the affairs of the Hu Corporation's brothers' group in Wuzhou District during this period and haven't paid much attention to the development of Wuzhou District's financial industry. I happen to have some free time today, could you tell me a bit about the current state of Wuzhou District's financial industry development?" Chen Feng asked.
"Husband, speaking of Wuzhou District's financial industry, I truly admire you. Your business acumen is truly unique. Didn't you say before that Wuzhou District is not suitable for developing agriculture, not suitable for developing industry, and not suitable for developing mining... I didn't quite believe it before, but now I completely do. In the past few months, Wuzhou District has focused on developing its financial industry, and its economic output has increased several times over." Zhao Hongyan said excitedly.
"Are there any deficiencies in the development of Wuzhou District's financial industry? I'm very concerned about this." Chen Feng asked seriously.
"Husband, to be honest, I'm not very familiar with the financial industry; I only understand a little bit. Therefore, I can only see the gratifying scene of rapid development. As for any shortcomings in the development of Wuzhou District's financial industry, I really don't know. However, it's okay; there is someone in Wuzhou District who definitely knows..." Zhao Hongyan continued excitedly.