After understanding Lu Yiwei's current situation, Zhang Zhiyuan asked, "Yiwei, do you have any thoughts about getting Xiao Yang to replace you?"
"No, no, no!" Lu Yiwei immediately waved his hand when he heard Zhang Zhiyuan's question.
"As if I don't!" With an unfathomable expression on his face, Zhang Zhiyuan replied, "I know that you have some thoughts in your heart, and I can't blame you. It's human nature, and anyone would have the same thoughts. But you have to understand my difficulties. You're different from Xiao Yang. He's still young, and although you're young as well, I don't wish for you to stay by my side. You will only be restrained by my side, and you won't be able to put your thoughts into practice even if you have them. Look further ahead. In the future, you will be a leader, so if you don't train now, when will you be?
"Furthermore, since I've promised you to be the County Party Committee's Head, I will definitely do it. Dong Guoping might be ill, but I can't deprive him of his authority, and it's not fair. Next year, there will be a change of leadership, and I want to give him the same treatment by getting him into the CPPCC. After that, I will bring the County Party Committee's Head into the Standing Committee, and it will be natural for you to join. "
After hearing Zhang Zhiyuan's intentions, the dissatisfaction in Lu Yiwei's heart disappeared. He felt ashamed and apologized, "Secretary Zhang, it's all my fault for failing to understand your intentions."
Shaking his head, Zhang Zhiyuan sincerely said, "Yiwei, I've said that you're different from others. I've always kept your matter in my heart, but I can't be too obvious. You must know that there are countless eyes watching my every move, and even the slightest movement will cause a commotion. I should reflect on the selection of the Deputy Mayor, since it has completely deviated from the plan. I never expected that Dong Guoping would fail, and I never expected that Gao Bowen would be selected. The government is currently in a state of chaos, and it's disadvantageous for the next step.
"Just now, I asked Cai Jianguo about his plans for next year. Do you know what he said? He said he didn't know. How could I be at ease with such a person? This person definitely could not be used. I'll give you a mission. Find someone to replace Cai Jianguo as soon as possible! "
Zhang Zhiyuan was very dissatisfied with Cai Jianguo's behavior when the government was handling the case. It seemed that Cai Jianguo was determined to get rid of him this time. No wonder Cai Jianguo asked him to have a meal just now. Lu Yiwei nodded and said, "Alright, I'll see to it as soon as possible."
After saying so much in one breath, Zhang Zhiyuan was a little tired. He said, "Make some preparations in the afternoon. Accompany me to the provincial capital."
Back in the office, Lu Yiwei sat alone on the sofa in a daze. Thinking that she would accompany Zhang Zhiyuan to the provincial capital at night, she took out her mobile phone and called Xia Jinhe.
Xia Jinhe had just finished her class and was about to call Lu Yiwei when her phone rang. She stood in the corridor and smiled happily. She tucked a strand of hair behind her ear and picked up the phone. "Hubby, why are you calling me at this time? Aren't you busy?"
After Xia Jinhe's body had almost recovered, she insisted on going back to school. The Lu family did not stop her. They asked Lu Yiwei to accompany her every night because they were afraid that she would be lonely. Lu Yiwei did it. He basically went to Bei Zhou every night and returned to Nanyang County in the morning.
Even though they met every day, they still talked on the phone. After such a change in her family, Xia Jinhe's dependence on Lu Yiwei became even stronger. She was infatuated with him after not seeing him for a day. She was even more afraid of him. As long as Lu Yiwei was by her side, she would feel extremely safe and secure.
Lu Yiwei smiled and said gently, "Have you had breakfast?"
"Yes!" Xia Jinhe acted like a spoiled child and said, "Thank you for preparing a sumptuous breakfast for me, hubby." Lu Yiwei had to return to Nanyang early every morning, so he woke up early. Before leaving, he did not want to disturb Xia Jinhe who was sleeping soundly. He quietly left after making breakfast.
"Don't just stand there after class. Find a place to sit. You've just recovered, so pay more attention," Lu Yiwei said earnestly.
The more subtle the care, the more touching it was. Xia Jinhe lowered her head and used her fingers to scratch the rust spots on the railing. She said contentedly, "Got it. I'll pay attention."
After chatting for a long time, Lu Yiwei said, "Jinhe, I might not be able to go back tonight. Secretary Zhang asked me to accompany him to the provincial capital for a business trip."
Xia Jinhe was in a good mood, but it suddenly fell to the bottom. It was only one night without seeing the person she loved, but she felt that time passed like a year. She did not speak for a long time.
"Jinhe, are you listening?" Lu Yiwei asked cautiously. Xia Jinhe was very different from before. Her mood had become abnormally unstable and more sensitive. Lu Yiwei was afraid that he would say something wrong and make her sad.
"Yes." Xia Jinhe said in a weak voice, "Then go. Don't drink too much. It's bad for your health."
"Then you should also take care of your health. Tomorrow is Saturday. I'll go home directly after coming back from the provincial capital. Wait for me at home!"
"Okay!" Xia Jinhe suddenly became happy again and said, "Hubby, what do you want to eat for lunch tomorrow? I'll cook for you."
"As long as you make it, I'll like anything."
"Okay, I'll wait for you."
After hanging up the phone, Lu Yiwei let out a long breath. After going through ups and downs with Xia Jinhe, the two of them were together again. But for some reason, Lu Yiwei could no longer find the passion that he once had. It was more of a heavy responsibility that made him feel suffocated.
He often had to be careful when talking to Xia Jinhe, fearing that he might say something wrong and make her unhappy. Although it was still a phone call, it was not as exciting as before. Sometimes, it was even perfunctory. Lu Yiwei knew the consequences of this situation, but what could he do? Responsibility was more important than anything else for a man.
Looking at the documents on the table, Lu Yiwei thought that he had nothing to do at the moment, so he called the Director of the Finance Bureau, Xiao Zhixiong.
"Department Head Lu, you're a busy man. Why did you only call me now?" Xiao Zhixiong complained with a smile.
Lu Yiwei had a good relationship with Xiao Zhixiong. Back when they were in the government office, the two of them often worked together. Xiao Zhixiong was honest and kind-hearted. Even though he was the director of an inconspicuous unit, he was still treated coldly and even looked down upon. Even the guard, Old Zhang, called him "Fatty Xiao," let alone others.
Lu Yiwei never judged people by their appearance. He never called others "Fatty Xiao," but always called him "Director Xiao." Because of this, Xiao Zhixiong was especially warm to Lu Yiwei. After Lu Yiwei was sent to Beihe Town, Xiao Zhixiong did not follow the others to suppress him. He even went to see him and donated the old radiator to the Dongwa Village Committee for free. The gift was not heavy, but the friendship was strong. Lu Yiwei was very grateful.
After arriving at the County party committee office, the two of them worked together again. Lu Yiwei asked Xiao Zhixiong to renovate Zhang Zhiyuan's office, and Zhang Zhiyuan agreed.
No one expected that such a "coward" would suddenly become the Director of the Finance Bureau. It was really surprising. Therefore, all kinds of speculations swarmed in. Some said that he had a relative who was a government official in the Provincial Capital and was given special treatment. Some said that he gave a big gift to Zhang Zhiyuan and bought an official position. Some said that Lu Yiwei was the middleman and received a lot of money to help Xiao Zhixiong succeed … Speculations were just speculations. No one knew the real reason, including Lu Yiwei and Xiao Zhixiong.
When Xiao Zhixiong was promoted, it was decided by Zhang Zhiyuan. Lu Yiwei did not participate in it. As for why Zhang Zhiyuan did it, Xiao Luo did not ask. But he was sure that there was a reason for it.
Lu Yiwei also smiled and said: "Director Xiao, I know you are usually busy with work, and I don't want to disturb you. But I have something to do now, and I have to disturb you. Haha."
"What are you saying? Can't you chat with me if you have nothing to do?" Xiao Zhixiong pretended to be angry and said: "Alright, I will wait for you in the office."
"Okay!"
Lu Yiwei took the documents and went downstairs. He stepped into the Passat and drove to the Finance Department.
Lu Yiwei gave his Peugeot to Li Haidong. He did not want Haidong to suffer in that family. As long as Haidong was happy and comfortable, a car was nothing. The brand new Passat that Xiao Luo was driving was bought by the Organization Department before the National Day. He bought a total of two cars. One was Yan Dongsen's personal car, and the other was an official car.
After Lu Yiwei arrived, Yan Dongsen waved a pen and made it Lu Yiwei's personal car with a dedicated driver. Lu Yiwei took it as rejection. After a round of "bargaining", Lu Yiwei reluctantly accepted the car. But he insisted that Xiao Luo not assign a driver. He felt that he had more freedom and could come and go as he pleased.
When Lu Yiwei arrived at the Finance Department, he did not expect Xiao Zhixiong to go downstairs to greet him personally. When they met, Xiao Zhixiong was even more enthusiastic. He shook hands and hugged Lu Yiwei. He even held Lu Yiwei's hand and went upstairs. When they reached the office, Xiao Zhixiong still held Lu Yiwei's hand tightly.
Xiao Zhixiong did not know how to greet Lu Yiwei in the office. He rummaged through the drawers and found good cigarettes and tea. He also made tea personally, making Lu Yiwei uncomfortable. No matter how hard he tried to persuade Lu Yiwei, it was useless.
While they were chatting, Lu Yiwei had just finished smoking a cigarette when Xiao Zhixiong immediately handed it over and insisted on having a refill, urging him to drink some tea. Lu Yiwei knew what Xiao Luo was thinking and wanted to express his feelings in this way.
Lu Yiwei smiled and said: "Chief Xiao, you don't have to be so polite to me. I am embarrassed."
"What's there to be embarrassed about?" Xiao Zhixiong said seriously, "Isn't it all thanks to your help that I'm able to sit in this position today?"
Lu Yiwei quickly waved his hand and said: "Chief Xiao, this matter has nothing to do with me. It was decided by Secretary Zhang."
"Come on, you are not telling the truth to me!" Xiao Zhixiong said emotionally: "Don't say anything, I know it clearly. You are not allowed to leave at noon today. I have already ordered lunch at the Veterans Fishing Port. If you don't give me face, I will be angry with you. "
Lu Yiwei shook his head helplessly and said: "Chief Xiao, you are still such an honest person."
"Aren't you the same?"
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