Peng Zhirong said, "It's the same every year. What are your thoughts? My biggest thought is that the people in the county should stop bothering me. That way, I can work in peace. I'm worried. "
Lu Yiwei comforted him, "It's the same in the whole country, especially in Xijiang Province. You're from the south. You need to adapt to the environment here to survive longer."
Peng Zhirong rolled his eyes and moved closer to Lu Yiwei, "Mayor Lu, I heard that your career is not going well. Why don't you work for me? I'm in need of a talented person like you. Don't worry, I won't mistreat you. "
If it was a few years ago, Lu Yiwei would definitely not hesitate to agree with gratitude. But now, his mood was very different from before. So, he smiled and replied, "Boss Peng, I'm flattered that you're able to favor me so much. No matter what, I'm still someone who's living off the government. Brother, I appreciate your kindness."
Peng Zhirong said with pity, "Sigh! You're a talent. You'll be popular wherever you go. My small temple can't accommodate a big shot like you. If you need my help in the future, just let me know. I'm just a foreigner. I rely on my brothers to take care of me. "
"Well said. I have something to discuss with you today. Do you have time?" Lu Yiwei went straight to the point.
Peng Zhirong heard that Lu Yiwei had something to discuss. He looked at the watch in his hand and said, "How about this? I only have ten minutes. After that, I'll go to the province to do something. Is that okay?"
"That's enough. I'll have a simple chat with you." Lu Yiwei said casually.
"Tell me, how much do you want?" Peng Zhirong thought that Lu Yiwei was here to ask for coal. He did not beat around the bush and asked directly.
Lu Yiwei was startled. He quickly reacted and laughed, "Boss Peng, you've misunderstood. I'm not here to talk about coal. I'm here for something else."
"Oh?" Peng Zhirong was relieved when he heard it was not about coal.
Lu Yiwei straightened his body and said, "I want to know something about Xikou Village from you."
At the mention of Xikou Village, Peng Zhirong felt a headache coming on. He leaned back and complained incessantly, "Mayor Lu, I won't lie to you. I've traveled extensively and seen all kinds of people. Hey! It's so strange that I just had to come to your Nanyang County and I have to come across an unruly village like Xikou Village. I'm extremely regretful now. If I had to choose again, I wouldn't have come here to invest even if you beat me to death. Now that I've invested quite a lot of money, once I recover my capital and earn some money, I'll leave this damn place. "
After listening to Peng Zhirong's complaints, Lu Yiwei calmly said, "Boss Peng, it's true that you are a successful person. I admire you for this. But have you ever thought about it? If you leave Xikou Village and go to another place that is more difficult than here, what are you going to do? The appearance of 'unruly people' is because the local area is barren and unruly. It's impossible to survive. In order to be self-reliant, the villagers have no choice but to go to Liangshan. Now that Xikou Village has its own coal mine, the people have a place to live. It's unreasonable to say that they are unruly people. "
"In addition, you can't say that the people of Xikou Village are unruly people. It should be said that their ideological awareness has improved. They know how to fight for their own interests and use the weapon of law to protect themselves. Not only Xikou Village, but the whole country is like this. Otherwise, why would there be so many petitioners? As for what you said, I don't think you need to be so extreme. If you are willing to spend money on the people, I want to see who dares not to support you. Hiding is not the way. Being generous is the real magic weapon to win the people's livelihood. "
Peng Zhirong felt that Lu Yiwei's words were reasonable. He nodded and fell into deep thought.
Lu Yiwei took advantage of the victory and continued: "I know your situation. You are very passive now. You are being robbed by the Ma and Tian families of Xikou Village. Especially during the election, you are their magic weapon. Whoever wins you will basically have a chance of winning. But if you support one side, you will inevitably offend the other side. So, you can't please either side, and you are stuck in the middle. "
This sentence touched the bottom of Peng Zhirong's heart. He agreed: "Brother Lu, you are the one who understands my heart. What you said is true. The election is coming soon. Just thinking about it gives me a headache. I plan to go out and hide for a while. Out of sight, out of mind. I will support whoever is elected. I am an outsider, and if I get involved in this, I will be at a disadvantage."
Lu Yiwei said: "Boss Peng, I still say what I said just now. Hiding will never solve the problem. Instead, you should be more high-profile. Only by resolving the conflict, your business can go on for a long time."
Peng Zhirong said: "Brother Lu, what do you mean?"
"How much do you pay the village every year?" Lu Yiwei asked.
Peng Zhirong said cautiously: "This …"
"This is not a trade secret. Don't worry and say it." Lu Yiwei saw Peng Zhirong was worried, so he said.
"One million RMB."
"Is this money allocated to the Village Committee, or directly distributed to the villagers?"
"Of course, to the Village Committee. Why should it be distributed to the villagers?"
Lu Yiwei said: "This is the crux of the problem. No matter which Village Head it is, their eyes are fixed on this one million RMB. Think about it, who won't be jealous? "
Peng Zhirong sighed: "Yes, because of this money, I am being scolded to death. I can't give it, but I can't refuse it."
Lu Yiwei said the purpose of today's visit: "Boss Peng, to tell you the truth, this year's Xikou Village election is planned by me. I promised the leaders in town that this year's election will not go wrong. For Xikou Village, for you, for me, I am here to ask for your help."
"If you can convince me with a reason, I'll definitely help you." Peng Zhirong wasn't an unreasonable person who would pester people endlessly. His words were straightforward and powerful.
"Okay. This year's election, I plan to introduce new candidates other than the Ma and Tian families to participate in the election. This way, we can find a balance between the two families. In addition, the conflict of interest between the two families is because of your contract money. I hope you can stand up and publicly support me. "Lu Yiwei said.
"This … Tell me first, who are you going to support?" Peng Zhirong was in a difficult position.
"Zhou Sanmao."
"Oh, this kid is not bad. He is honest and capable. But do you have the confidence to deal with the Ma and Tian families?" Peng Zhirong expressed his doubts about Lu Yiwei's ability.
Lu Yiwei saw hope and patted his chest: "You can rest assured. As long as Boss Peng is willing to help, I will handle the rest."
"How?" Peng Zhirong had an idea and asked.
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