บท 1011: Chapter 967: The two sessions of Hongjiang River

Fang Maotang's words caused Liu Yong's expression to darken, as natural dissatisfaction welled up within him. Originally, Liu Yong had come with the hope that the old master would take a stand for him. After all, the old master was once one of the "Nine Tripods," and moreover, had held a very high rank, being the number four leader within the Party. Though retired, his prestige remained intact. Both Director Shen and the current Comrade Qiao Yiren would, to a greater or lesser degree, show him some respect.

However, now that the old master had spoken like this, urging him to step back, the message was crystal clear - he hoped Liu Yong wouldn't allow his relationship with Nie Zhenbang to sour.