Suspicion

Judge Zhang vented his authority and rage, then quickly left with his nephew's body.

Chen Zhizhong spoke with regret,

"I initially wanted to introduce you around and secure you a solid position... Let's wait a few more days, and I'll take you with me when it's time for the year-end summary meeting."

"No rush, let's talk about it after the new year."

Having spent a long time with Lu Li, Xiao Cha's craving for officialdom had diminished, finding the cutthroat politicking rather meaningless.

News traveled fast within the government office, and soon colleagues from other divisions learned of Xiao Cha's breakthrough, each coming to meet this young prodigy.

Quite a few took notice of Xiao Cha's appearance and grace and began entertaining thoughts of matchmaking.

But they were soon informed, "She's already living with a cultivator."

With that, everyone extinguished the idea, instead surrounding Xiao Cha with a flurry of pleasantries.

After becoming acquainted, they each dispersed.