"Hello, Secretary Lu, I have a piece of good news for you." Zhao Weishan, the director of the Water Conservancy Bureau, called early in the morning and said excitedly, "Old Yu from the Weather Bureau said that there might be Xiao Yu today."
Lu Yiwei woke up immediately and opened the curtains to look at the weather outside. It was really gloomy. This was great news for Black Mountain County. He said excitedly, "Quickly tell Old Yu to start the artificial rainfall immediately."
Zhao Weishan said, "Early this morning, Old Yu had brought people up the mountain to fire more than 10 rain grenades."
"Good, this is good." Lu Yiwei was relieved and said, "This rain came at the right time."
"Isn't it?" Zhao Weishan was also excited and said, "I will go to Maihe Reservoir later to take a look."
"Okay."
After hanging up the phone, Lu Yiwei looked at the alarm clock on the bedside table. It was only 5 o 'clock in the morning. This good news made him unable to sleep, so he got up. He was in a good mood today. He did nearly 200 push-ups in one go and was sweating profusely. After taking a hot shower, he felt refreshed.
His phone rang again.
Lu Yiwei picked up the phone while drying his hair. It was Fan Chunfang. Ever since they got married, she had been calling him every morning and night. Although there was nothing much to talk about, she was content to hear Lu Yiwei's voice.
"Yiwei, are you up?" Fan Chunfang was lying on the bed with sleepy eyes.
"I'm up. How about you?"
Fan Chunfang yawned and said, "I haven't gotten up yet. I worked late last night. It was almost 1 o 'clock when I got home."
"Oh, then take care of yourself. Don't tire yourself out."
"Yes, I will." Fan Chunfang felt warm when she heard Lu Yiwei's concern for her. She said, "Oh, Yiwei, is Pan Chengjun the person who came to our house the legal representative of Dongcheng Coal Mine?"
"Yes, why?" Lu Yiwei was puzzled.
Fan Chunfang said, "I saw the coal mine's information when I was reviewing the documents last night."
"Oh." Lu Yiwei had been thinking about this matter, but he was too busy to care about it. He said, "Chunfang, Old Pan is my close brother. Can you see if you can send out the approval documents as soon as possible?"
Lu Yiwei did not reveal the secret of Dongcheng Coal Mine. Fan Chunfang hesitantly said, "There are a total of 40 coal mines reported by the various cities and counties. According to the leader, it will only be approved next year. Is it very urgent?"
"Of course I'm anxious." Lu Yiwei realized that he had been too impatient and almost spilled the beans. He adjusted his emotions and said, "It would be best if it could be approved earlier."
"Oh, then you don't have to worry about this matter. I will think of a way." Fan Chunfang promised readily. As for whether she could do it or not, she didn't dare to guarantee. However, in order to prove himself in front of Lu Yiwei, he had to do it.
Hearing the firmness in Fan Chunfang's tone, Lu Yiwei felt relieved and said, "Thank you."
"Why are you two being so polite?"
"Uh …"
Fan Chunfang didn't want to embarrass Lu Yiwei, so she changed the topic and said, "Tomorrow is Sunday. Are you coming back tonight?"
"Depends on the situation. If there is nothing else, I will go back."
"Alright then." Fan Chunfang hung up the phone reluctantly. She had an indescribable feeling in her heart. Every time she talked to Lu Yiwei, it was just a few words. She rarely said sweet words like lovers. Even if he asked her about what time she came back last night and what she had eaten, she would be satisfied. However, not even once. This meant that Lu Yiwei was still not willing to accept her in his heart. Was it her fault?
After Lu Yiwei had his breakfast, Li Ermao drove the broken Santana to the County party committee's compound. When he reached the office building, he saw Hu Guoxing standing in front of the office door and pacing around anxiously. When he saw Lu Yiwei, he quickly walked up and greeted, "Secretary Lu, you are finally here."
Needless to say, Lu Yiwei knew why he was here. He pushed the door open and sat in front of the desk, asking, "What's wrong with you?"
Hu Guoxing wiped the sweat from his forehead and said anxiously, "Secretary Lu, I heard that No.1 Middle School is going to be split. Is this true?"
Lu Yiwei leisurely lit his cigarette and said, "The county does have this idea, but it is still in the process of discussion."
"Don't split it!" Hu Guoxing suddenly shouted.
Lu Yiwei looked at Hu Guoxing's twisted face and asked, "Why?"
Hu Guoxing stood up and walked to the desk, saying, "There are more than 300 teachers and staff in No.1 Middle School. If they are split, they will have to consider what to eat and drink."
"Yes, the County will consider this."
"That won't do!" Hu Guoxing was anxious and said angrily, "Secretary Lu, I have been in No.1 Middle School for almost 8 years. Although I did not achieve outstanding results, I have worked hard. I have been managing the school for many years, and it was not easy to reach the scale and structure it has today. If the school is split, all my efforts will be erased. "
"Don't be anxious. Sit down and talk slowly." Lu Yiwei got up and pushed Hu Guoxing down on the sofa, saying, "Every decision made by the County is made after careful consideration and repeated discussions. They will not act rashly. You might have heard it, but the people are calling for the No.1 Middle School to be split, especially the older generation. Have you thought about why? "
Hu Guoxing was stunned and did not speak.
Lu Yiwei continued, "The County's No.1 Middle School is split not because the school did not do well in the National Higher Education Entrance Examination. It is to consolidate the teaching resources in the County. This has nothing to do with you. Think about it. The County's No. 1 Middle School is like a giant aircraft carrier. Have you thought about the consequences of over-centralizing education resources? "
Seeing Hu Guoxing did not speak, Lu Yiwei changed the topic. "Old Hu, you said you have been in the County's No.1 Middle School for 8 years. Have you thought about moving to another school?"
"What?" Hu Guoxing sat up and stared at Lu Yiwei angrily. "What do you mean?"
"Don't be anxious. Let me finish." Lu Yiwei said, "Come, sit down. Let us have a heart-to-heart talk today."
After Hu Guoxing sat down, Lu Yiwei handed him a cigarette and lit it up. "Although we just got to know each other, I have a good impression of you after our previous meal. I feel that you're a good friend, and I like to make friends, so I've treated you as a friend in my heart. Since we are brothers, let's not beat around the bush. Tell me the truth. How many people are against you? "
Hu Guoxing took a puff of his cigarette and said, "To be honest, many people do not like me and want to push me down. Hmph! It's not that I'm looking down on them, but going against me, Hu Guoxing, is the same as entering the toilet with a lantern. They're courting death. "
Lu Yiwei laughed. "You don't have to be angry. Who dares to say no one is against them? As long as one was in a prominent position, there would be many people with dark hearts. They would think that you could sit in that position and they couldn't. This was very normal, so why should you be bothered about it? But then again, it is not good to stay in one place for too long. "
"Think about it. Some people think you, Hu Guoxing, are only capable of this. You have been working for 8 years and have not been promoted. What's the point of being a government official? It's just to get promoted. I am not young anymore. If I don't get promoted, I will miss this opportunity. "
Seeing Hu Guoxing was listening, Lu Yiwei continued to attack. "Also, can you guarantee that you are innocent in County First Middle School? Once someone finds out, it will be too late for regrets. That's why I suggest you set your sights further and earn more capital while you are still young. There is no point in being an educator. What do you think? "
Hu Guoxing had considered this before, but he was used to being a tyrant in school. He was afraid that he would not be able to do well in other departments. Also, he was worried that someone would find out about his background once he leaves. He could not handle the fire in his backyard. After thinking for a while, he said, "Secretary Lu, I know you are doing this out of goodwill. But this …"
"No rush. Think about it when you go back, or discuss it with someone else. If you are willing, I can use you. "Lu Yiwei smiled and patted Hu Guoxing's shoulder.
Hu Guoxing thought for a while and said, "If I leave County First Middle School, there is no place suitable for me in the county."
Lu Yiwei played along and said, "I have an idea. I am not sure if you are willing."
"Tell me."
"What do you think about the Poverty Alleviation Office?"
Hu Guoxing's face turned green and sneered. "Secretary Lu, are you joking with me?"
Lu Yiwei said seriously. "I am serious. The Poverty Alleviation Office might be an insignificant department to outsiders, but I don't think so. Everything depends on management. If you manage it well, it will not be any worse than County First Middle School. Think about it. As a national poverty-stricken county, how much is the annual poverty alleviation fund? Also, this year, the government announced new policies to increase poverty alleviation. Do you understand what I am saying? "
Hu Guoxing didn't know how to react and nodded his head in confusion.
Lu Yiwei stood up and said. "Alright. Go back and think about it. Let me know when you are done. I will wait for you."
Hu Guoxing walked out in a daze. Lu Yiwei's mind was filled with Lu Yiwei's words. When he walked out of the County party committee building, he slapped his forehead. He was here to ask about the division of the school, but he was foolishly led into a ditch by Lu Yiwei. He scolded. "This bastard! He almost ruined my plan." He turned to look for Guo Zhenbiao.
Lu Yiwei was standing in front of the window with a cup of tea. He was in a good mood when he saw Xiao Yu's rain drenching the ground. He was thinking if Hu Guoxing will listen to his opinion. Also, how will Guo Zhenbiao react? If there were no accidents, Hu Guoxing will definitely agree.
County party committee director Lu Tianming knocked on the door and entered. "Secretary Lu, I just received a notice from the Municipal Party Committee. There will be a city-wide project promotion meeting at 3pm. Secretary Yan is on leave. He asked me to inform you to attend the meeting on his behalf. "
"Oh? Mayor Jin is not going?"
"Yes. The City wants the Secretary and Mayor to attend. "
"Got it."
Lu Yiwei had never attended a meeting in the city since he came to Black Mountain County. He had something to discuss with the Municipal Party Committee Secretary Guo Jinzhu. After lunch, he called Li Ermao and rushed to the city.
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