The determination and resolve in Gu'er's eyes shook Lin Shan. He never imagined she possessed such bone-deep persistence.
"Okay, I understand."
Lin Shan nodded at Gu'er.
Gu'er watched Lin Shan walk back over to the others and say something. The expressions on several of their faces turned ugly, and one even raised his voice at Lin Shan.
But Lin Shan held his ground.
"District Chief Lin, don't forget, this isn't your district. When have we ever demanded an inspection in your area? We have to work together. Don't push things too far, or things could get awkward between us down the road."
A slightly balding man said to Lin Shan. Judging by his tone, he was likely the top or second-in-command of this district.
