"Okay. I will study the documents carefully when I go back."
Tao Ansheng seemed to be absent-minded. "That's it then."
Lu Yiwei quickly stood up. He held the bank card in his hand and pondered if he should help Tao Ansheng at this time. It would be good if he accepted it, but it would be awkward if he didn't accept it. In the end, he didn't do it and left.
Gifting was a great skill in the officialdom, especially when it came to asking for help. Running to the Ministry for money became a headache for many people. As the end of the year approached, he was not the only low-level official. Everyone was racking their brains to think of ways to gain favors, to send connections, to cater to their interests, and to flatter them. It was a training ground to test the wisdom of the officials, and a gathering point to test their connections and resources.
As someone close to the leader, Lu Yiwei had seen all kinds of gift-giving methods, and the things he gave were all kinds of things. He had figured out the preferences of the leader and even the family members. In addition to the common tobacco, wine, and tea, the most practical gift was hard currency. He hated this kind of bad practice, but the current situation was a society of human relationships, and this situation couldn't be changed for a long time.
Some people didn't think about how to do their work all day long, but they would think about the leader's preferences. There was a leader who liked boxing, and his subordinate went to the capital to learn boxing. He even changed his home into a boxing ring and accompanied the leader to box every day. He even invited a world-class boxing champion to come and help. There were many similar cases, which made people not know whether to laugh or cry, but there was nothing they could do.
Especially when facing the provincial officials. There were countless people who met him every day, and many of them thought of ways to give him gifts. Lu Yiwei didn't know Chief Tao's temperament, and it might backfire if he did something wrong. It was better to make a decision after understanding the situation.
After leaving the agriculture hall, Lu Yiwei handed the documents to Zhao Liming. "Chief Zhao, you heard it just now. You know what to do, right?"
Zhao Liming was excited. He carefully folded the documents and nodded. "Please rest assured, Secretary Lu. I guarantee that it will be done within the stipulated time."
"Okay. Report to Mayor Liu when you go back, and then go to the city to meet Mayor Dong. Try to report back the day after tomorrow. The situation is urgent, and time is limited. You must treat it seriously, understand? "
"Understood, understood. I will go back tonight and report to Mayor Liu."
"Alright, give me a copy of the document and submit the completed declaration form. I want to examine it personally."
After settling this matter, Lu Yiwei immediately rushed to the provincial government. In the car, Xu Changyuan asked Wang Jianxin, the director of the Traffic Bureau, about the traffic situation in Long'an County. Xu Changyuan put the draft request into a document bag and handed it to him. When he was about to enter the Provincial Government Compound, he encountered resistance. The armed police on duty did not allow him to enter without the provincial government pass. Xu Changyuan had no choice but to call Li Ermao.
Not long after, Li Ermao appeared at the door and negotiated with the armed police to let him in.
Li Ermao was the son of Uncle Honest from Dongwa Village in Beihe Town. Lu Yiwei brought him along as a driver and then sent him to the Provincial Government Offices Administration. He was now a full-time driver for Deputy Governor Shen Guangming. Now, he was confident and generous, completely devoid of his previous shyness. It seemed like a platform was very important for a person's growth.
Although Li Ermao had become the deputy governor's chauffeur, he was still polite and respectful to Lu Yiwei. He personally opened the car door and said respectfully. "Secretary Lu, long time no see."
Lu Yiwei got off the car and stretched out his hand. Li Ermao quickly stretched out his hands and bowed. Seeing Lu Yiwei becoming more mature and steady, Li Ermao felt gratified. He smiled. "Not bad. You are getting more energetic."
Li Ermao scratched his head in embarrassment. "Without your guidance, I would not have come this far."
"What are you talking about? Don't say such things in the future."
Lu Yiwei pulled Dong Xuebing aside and asked softly. "Has Governor Shen decided?"
Li Ermao nodded. "It's basically decided. Nanjiang Province's Standing Committee, Organization Department Head."
It seemed like the rumors were true. "When are you leaving?"
"Soon. The transfer order has been issued. The handover will be taking place in the next two days."
"Oh, he didn't say how to settle you?"
Li Ermao pursed his lips and said thoughtfully. "The other day, he asked me if I wanted to stay or leave with him."
"Then what did you say?"
"Of course I said I would leave with him, but he didn't say anything."
"Oh, don't worry. Relax. It's best if he takes you with him. If you stay, don't be discouraged. After all, you are serving the provincial leaders. As long as you do a good job, it's the same with anyone else."
Li Ermao nodded. "I understand."
Lu Yiwei patted him on the shoulder and said, "Alright, you can go up now. Otherwise, Governor Shen won't be able to find you."
"Alright, I will go in first."
Lu Yiwei was really happy for Li Ermao that he could get to where he was today. Although he was just a driver, he was far more effective than ordinary officials when it came to handling certain matters.
Lu Yiwei did not have to wait for long. Guo Jinzhu appeared on time. He exchanged a look with Dong Xuebing and led him into the provincial government building.
The busiest place in a place was the center of the highest authority. Everyone had a serious look on their faces as they walked through the corridors. It was not that they were arrogant and indifferent to each other. Even when they were walking, they were thinking about the tasks assigned by their leaders for fear of making a mistake.
When they arrived at the eighth floor, Governor Zhao Kunsheng saw a group of people standing outside the door. Upon closer inspection, it turned out that the waiting room was also full. They could not fit everyone, so they had to wait outside the door. Lu Yiwei was surprised to find that Fan Rongkui was also among them. The two of them looked at each other but did not communicate much.
Guo Jinzhu might have made an appointment in advance. He walked straight through the crowd and whispered a few words to a man. After the people inside came out, he directly led Lu Yiwei in.
Lu Yiwei had been to the Provincial Party Committee Secretary's office before, but this was the first time he came to the Governor's office. In comparison, Zhang Bingtong's office was more simple and solemn, while his office was more modern.
Guo Jinzhu was usually carefree, but he still behaved himself when he saw the Governor. However, the two of them seemed to have a good relationship. He sat down and said with a smile, "Governor Zhao, I'll take a few minutes of your time. Before talking about me, let's listen to the voice of the grassroots first."
Guo Jinzhu pushed Lu Yiwei to the front and said, "This is Lu Yiwei, the Long 'an County party committee Secretary. He has always wanted to meet you, but he could not find any way to do so, so he had to ask me for help."
It was unknown whether it was because he was sensitive to the mention of Long 'an County, or because the name Lu Yiwei was familiar. Zhao Kunsheng, who was working at the desk, slowly raised his head and stared at him. A cold gaze shot over, making Lu Yiwei a little nervous.
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