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Chen Xi had no intention of going to the Talent Recruitment Platform at all. After leaving the Political Office, he was ready to skip work. As for the possibility of being caught by Mann Chong, who could return at any moment, for violating discipline, Chen Xi had already thought of an excuse—he, as the Prefectural Governor, must always understand the state of his jurisdiction. To avoid being deceived and misled, he planned to inspect the living conditions of the people. This reason was absolutely legitimate!
Skipping work to go home, Fan Jian was reading a book at home—a family heirloom worth a small fortune, the "Petition." Fan Jian had read quite a bit of it and, according to Chen Xi's viewpoint, she was not looking for a thorough understanding, just a general idea was good enough.
"Jian'er, want to go out?" Chen Xi pushed the door open and entered, only to see Fan Jian hastily stuffing something under the blanket.