As soon as the summer night was packed, the ringing of the telephone broke the silence of the room.

When I looked at the screen, it was the three big characters "Zhang Songwen" displayed.

Zhang Songwen, a heavyweight in the National Academy, although Xia Ye has crossed paths with him several times, every contact makes him feel that this big man is unfathomable.

"Summer night, have you arrived in the imperial capital?" On the other end of the phone, Zhang Songwen's voice was gentle and a little majestic.

"Just arrived, Secretary Zhang." Summer Night replied, wondering in her mind about the purpose of the call.

"Come over for dinner in the evening, bring the family, and treat it as if I was giving you a pick-up." Zhang Songwen's tone was relaxed, as if he was inviting an old friend for many years.

Xia Ye was slightly stunned, and then smiled: "Secretary Zhang, is this appropriate?" ”

He knew that Zhang Songwen's invitation was by no means as simple as it seemed.

In the whirlpool of power in the imperial capital, a meal often contains inextricable connections and deep meanings.

"What's out of place? It's all my own family. Zhang Songwen's words made Xia Ye feel warm, but at the same time, it also made him more aware of the importance of this dinner.

He believes that Zhang Songwen's invitation is not only to pick up the wind and wash the dust, but also to send him some kind of signal.

Sure enough, Zhang Songwen's next words confirmed Xia Ye's conjecture: "I believe you have received a lot of invitations, right?" Now that the forces of all sizes in the imperial capital are paying attention to you, the dragon crossing the river, many people are wondering where you will go first? Who are you meeting with? ”

Xia Ye's heart sank, he didn't expect his arrival to attract so much attention.

This strengthened his determination to be careful.

"Summer Night, I know you're stressed, but it's also your chance to show what you're capable of, and I'm sure you'll be able to handle these relationships." Zhang Songwen's voice revealed his trust and expectation for the summer night, "Come over for dinner in the evening, just relax." ”

Xia Ye was silent for a moment, he knew what Zhang Songwen's invitation meant to him.

It's not just a meal, it's a rare opportunity.

He was able to take the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the power structure of the imperial capital, and to lay a stronger foundation for himself and his family to live here.

As a cabinet minister, Zhang Songwen's power and status cannot be underestimated.

His various performances after entering the cabinet and the political resources at his disposal make people full of expectations for his future future.

Xia Ye knew that it was a blessing for him to be able to make friends with a character like Zhang Songwen.

So, he took a deep breath and said firmly: "Okay, Secretary Zhang, I'll go over in the afternoon." ”

After hanging up the phone, Xia Ye turned to look at the scenery of the imperial capital outside the window, and her heart was full of anticipation and determination.

After Jiang Mu on the side heard the content of the call, her curiosity was completely ignited, she approached the summer night and asked softly, "Who is it?" With such a big face, he can invite the busy people of our Xia family. ”

There was a hint of ridicule in her tone, but her eyes were full of support and trust for Summer Night.

Xia Ye turned his head, smiled at Jiang Mu, and replied, "It's Secretary Zhang, he invited us to have dinner together in the evening." ”

His tone was relaxed, as if it was just a trivial matter in daily life, but Jiang Mu read a trace of deep meaning in his eyes.

Jiang Mu was slightly surprised, and raised his eyebrows lightly, "Secretary Zhang? How could he suddenly invite us to dinner? ”

She knew Zhang Songwen's status and influence in the imperial capital, and naturally understood that the significance of this meal was extraordinary.

Xia Ye smiled slightly and explained: "This is also helping us, as soon as I landed, the major forces in the imperial capital came with invitations, I don't know where to go first, Secretary Zhang did this, and it also saved us a lot of trouble." ”

He said it casually, but Jiang Mu understood what was at stake.

Jiang Mu suddenly realized, "I see! That way, you don't go to someone else's house, and no one will say anything. ”

She understood Summer Night's situation and considerations, and knew that he needed time to adjust to this new environment now.

Xia Ye nodded, "That's right, but I always have a hunch that these days the nobles and wealthy families want to see me, I'm afraid it's not that simple, not only because of my identity, but also because of my background." ”

His tone became a little heavy, as if he was thinking about something more important.

Jiang Mu was silent for a moment when he heard this, and then asked softly, "Husband, where do you want to start?" ”

She knew that Xia Ye was not a person who liked to wait passively, and he would definitely have his own plans and intentions.

Xia Ye shook her head, "It stands to reason that the Zhuge family helped me once in Gusu, and this time I came to the imperial capital should also respond to their family's invitation, but I think it's best not to even go to the Zhuge family. ”

His gaze was deep and determined, as if he had made a full preparation and decision.

Jiang Mu nodded after hearing this, "Well, you're right, the current situation really requires us to keep a low profile and be cautious. ”

She understands that Summer Night's decision is for the sake of the future and happiness of the entire family, so she does not hesitate to choose to support him.

The eyes of the two met at this moment, full of tacit understanding and trust.

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In the evening, the afterglow of the setting sun sprinkled over the entire imperial capital, dyeing the city golden.

On a summer night, with his wife and daughter, he slowly drove into a high-level cadre community in a car.

This neighborhood looks ordinary, and the old houses are full of traces of time, but they have an unusual atmosphere.

The people who can live here are all the bigwigs of the National Court, who hold the lifeblood of the empire's power and are the real top magnates.

According to the address sent to him by Zhang Songwen, Xia Ye found the old building hidden in the green trees.

He took his daughter Qiqi's little hand and walked up the stairs with his wife Jiang Mu.

Qiqi looked at the unfamiliar surroundings with a curious face, but she always remained quiet and did not make a single noise.

Coming to the door, Summer Night knocked softly.

Soon, footsteps were heard inside the door, and then the door opened.

A woman in an apron appeared in the doorway, smiling and looking at the group of summer nights gently.

"You're Summer Night, aren't you? Sure enough, a table of talents, please come in! The woman greeted them warmly into the house.

Qiqi immediately bowed and saluted, and said sweetly: "Good girl!" Her lovely appearance and polite demeanor won the woman's affection at once.

The woman looked at Jiang Mu, her eyes full of appreciation and kindness: "Come in, come in, Lao Zhang is on the balcony." With that, she took out her slippers and put them on, and then enthusiastically led them into the house.

Summer Night took his wife and daughter through the living room and to the balcony.

I saw Zhang Songwen standing on the balcony watering the flowers, his back looking particularly quiet and calm in the afterglow of the sunset.

Hearing footsteps, he turned around and saw the group of people in the summer night.

"Secretary Zhang, it's very elegant, there are so many tweeds on this balcony." Summer Night walked up to greet him.