Lu Yiwei did not lose his head in the face of everyone's praises. Instead, he remained calm. He understood that the reason why Wang Kaifeng invited so many people over for dinner was to make new friends for him. The platform was provided, but it was up to him to seize the opportunity.
He knew that there was a meeting in the afternoon, but he could not miss this opportunity. The first step in getting to know someone was alcohol. Even the amount of alcohol one could drink would determine the degree of their relationship. Ignoring the pain in his stomach, Lu Yiwei exchanged toasts with the various leaders and drank to his heart's content. Even the tall and burly Gao Xiaolong found it hard to resist. He couldn't help but say, "It's said that leaders with secretarial background are frail scholars, but Secretary Lu is obviously not one of them.
Jiao Haibo added: "Old Gao, this is your wrong judgment. Everyone in front of the leaders has a high alcohol tolerance. It is not innate, but forced. When I was a secretary, you dared to disobey when the leader asked you to drink? You had to drink even if you had to risk your life. Being a secretary is not an easy job. The work is tiring and risky. Those who persist to the end may not have a good future. From the day I followed a certain leader, I've handed my fate over to him. We're bound together for good or bad. We share the same breath and fate. "
Lu Yiwei agreed with his words. Only he knew the ups and downs of life. Now that Bai Zongfeng was gone, his fate was unknown.
While they were chatting, Lu Yiwei's phone rang. He picked it up and saw it was Dong Xiaoning. His heart was in his throat. Could it be that she wanted to come over for dinner? But it was already a mess, how could he answer her?
Wang Kaifeng saw his serious expression and guessed that the caller was not an ordinary person. He kept his smile and asked: "Who is it?"
Lu Yiwei showed his phone to Wang Kaifeng. Wang Kaifeng was also in disbelief. He waved his hand to indicate that he did not want Dong Xiaoning to know. While thinking, he walked out of the door and answered: "Mayor Dong."
Dong Xiaoning was a little tired and said weakly, "I just finished. Where are you?"
Lu Yiwei thought for a long time and did not dare to lie: "Hotel in Port-au-Prince."
"Which room?"
He turned around to look, then braced himself and said, "Peony Pavilion."
As they spoke, the elevator door opened. Dong Xiaoning and her secretary, Chen Hong, walked out. Their eyes met, and Lu Yiwei didn't know what to do. With his many years of experience, he reacted quickly and stepped forward. "Mayor Dong."
Dong Xiaoning stopped and looked at Dong Xiaoning: "How much did you drink? You have a meeting in the afternoon?"
Although Lu Yiwei was not familiar with her, he knew her character and style. He pretended to smile: "I distributed it quickly. It will not affect the meeting."
Dong Xiaoning didn't seem to be angry. She glanced at the private room and asked, "Who's in there?"
Lu Yiwei answered honestly, "Director Wang Kaifeng, Deputy Mayor Guo Jianqun, Deputy Director Jiao Haibo, and Political Commissar Gao Xiaolong of the Public Security Bureau.
Dong Xiaoning was not to answer and Lu Yiwei: "Gao Mayor: Minister: Mayor Yiwei:" Mayor: Liu. " One had to know that there were rules for the city leaders to attend every event or banquet. As the mayor of the city, he couldn't lower his status.
Dong Xiaoning pondered for a long time, then gave him a look and said, "Take me in."
Lu Yiwei did not know whether it was a coincidence or an invitation, but he was excited. He immediately opened the door. When Dong Xiaoning appeared, everyone stood up to welcome her. Wang Kaifeng hurriedly walked over and extended his hand, saying, "I'm really sorry, I didn't know you were coming. Come and have a seat." After saying that, he gave Lu Yiwei a meaningful look.
Dong Xiaoning took Wang Kaifeng's seat, and the waiter quickly changed the cutlery. Lu Yiwei wanted to serve the dishes again, but she stopped him and said, "No need, I was just passing by. I heard that Minister Wang was here, so I came to take a look."
Lu Yiwei still arranged the dishes for them. Dong Xiaoning's appearance turned the lively dinner into a solemn atmosphere. How could a big and burly man be afraid of a weak woman? And the power in her hands was enough to make them respect her.
No matter who it was, as long as they had power, they could at least enjoy the pleasure and satisfaction that power brought, even if they couldn't do as they pleased in the political environment. In other words, many people were not born with power, but they were supported by others. After a long time, they were used to being surrounded and flattered. If there was no one to flatter them one day, they would not be used to it.
Wang Kaifeng poured wine for Dong Xiaoning and said rather politely, "Mayor Dong, you've been in Nanzhou for several years and have eaten many times, but very few in private settings. Today, with the help of Yiwei, I will present Buddha with borrowed flowers. Here's to you. "
Dong Xiaoning was very principled. She picked up the drink on the table and said: "If you have nothing to do this afternoon, you can drink as much as you want. But I have a meeting in the afternoon, so I can only drink instead of wine. You should drink less. "
She took a sip and put it down. He looked around before his gaze landed on Gao Xiaolong, "Political Commissar Gao, I've seen you before. I wanted to talk alone, but I didn't have time. In the future, you should take care of Long 'an County and choose a capable and responsible director so that Yiwei can carry out his work. "
Gao Xiaolong immediately understood her intention. He stood up and picked up the glass: "Since Mayor Dong has given the order, I will carry it out immediately."
Dong Xiaoning quickly said: "This is not an order, but a suggestion. Long 'an's public security has always been chaotic. Apart from years of chronic problems, as a public security agency, we also have an unshirkable responsibility. We have let down the name of Long' an. Not only Long 'an, but Nanzhou City should also be rectified. "
"Yes, yes, yes, I have a plan to carry out a major rectification operation after the new year. When the time comes, I will need Mayor Dong's guidance. "
Dong Xiaoning wanted to say something but stopped. She raised her glass and clinked it with Yiwei. "You guys eat first. I want to have a chat with Mayor Dong."
Lu Yiwei followed her out and was led to the living room by the waiter. He sat down on the sofa. Dong Xiaoning's expression was solemn. "I heard your father-in-law is going to be transferred to the Science and Technology Association?"
Lu Yiwei nodded. "I heard it from someone else. It might be true."
"Sigh! Department Head Fan is a very capable person. He is my teacher. If it wasn't for him, I wouldn't be where I am today. He is such a good person, and he is in the prime of his career. I wonder what the provincial government is thinking when he suddenly retires. "
Lu Yiwei forced a smile. "The provincial government must have their reasons for this decision. It's good for him to go back. He also wants to work in the province."
Dong Xiaoning waved her hand and said, "This time, the major restructuring of the various cities, most people are considered to have been promoted, but Minister Fan is actually being promoted on the surface, or rather, demoted. The Municipal Party Committee Secretary is a member of the Provincial Party Committee. It's … unjustifiable for him to be the leader of a group organization. Have you met him? "
"Yes."
"How is his mood?"
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