Lu Yiwei went to the Sun Entertainment City again.
The Sun Entertainment City was Zhang Dongzi's property. People came and went every day, and it was very lively. There were all kinds of entertainment programs, and it was famous in the entire Xi Zhou City. Ironically, Black Mountain County's economy was not doing well, but the entertainment industry was quite developed. It was jokingly called the 'Red Light District' by outsiders. This credit was due to Zhang Dongzi.
Because of Zhang Dongzi's strong background, no one dared to touch him, so he became more and more arrogant. Lu Yiwei wanted to remove this shameful hat, but now was not the time.
Yesterday, Guo Zhenbiao suggested to him that Governor Zhao should stay in the Sun Entertainment City. Not only was the conditions here good, but it also had a large presidential suite and all kinds of facilities. It was no different from a star hotel in the provincial capital. Lu Yiwei agreed without thinking because his mind was full of things. However, when he saw the eye-catching words above his head, he decided to change his mind.
Who was Governor Zhao? How could he be allowed to stay in such a place? Even if he did not know at the time, there would be nosy people gossiping about him later. If he knew where he was staying, he would definitely be furious and punish him. This was a risk he could not afford to take.
While he was thinking, Guo Zhenbiao and Zhang Dongzi came out to welcome him.
"Secretary Lu, I can't do business for the next two days now that you've requisitioned my hotel. The county has to compensate me for my losses," Zhang Dongzi said.
Lu Yiwei clasped his hands behind his back and said expressionlessly, "Director Zhang, you're from Black Mountain County. It's an honor for the county to host such a big meeting. Especially when the provincial leaders are staying in your hotel. Normally, you wouldn't even be able to invite them. "
"That's true." Zhang Dongzi said, "I'm supporting them. However, the furnishings in the hotel are old and need to be renovated. "
Lu Yiwei understood his intentions and said, "I've already handed this matter to Director Guo. You can talk to him."
Guo Zhenbiao stepped forward and said, "Secretary Lu, I've been working on it for the past two days according to your instructions. This is what I think. Sun City will mainly host the provincial leaders, while Xintiandi Hotel and Guofeng Hotel will host the leaders of the various cities and counties. What do you think? "
Lu Yiwei said, "Old Guo, let's arrange for the Provincial Leaders to stay in the guest house. You should focus on renovating the guest house."
"Ah? Why? "Guo Zhenbiao was surprised.
"No reason, just do as I say," Lu Yiwei said in a tough tone.
Guo Zhenbiao wanted to say something, but when he saw Lu Yiwei's expression, he swallowed his words. In his heart, he looked down on Lu Yiwei. However, Lu Yiwei was now in charge of the work, and Lu Yiwei had given him some face. Furthermore, Lu Yiwei had promoted him, so he had to accept this favor. If it was any other time, he would have already thrown in the towel.
"Director Zhang, can I have a word with you?"
Zhang Dongzi was taken aback. She nodded and said, "Sure, to my office?"
"Let's go to my office." Lu Yiwei recalled the soul-stirring scene of their last conversation and felt a lingering fear. If he really said something he shouldn't say and let them record it, it would give them something to use against him.
"Alright."
After returning to the office, Lu Yiwei said a few courteous words, "Director Zhang, you know the current situation. Actually, I shouldn't talk to you at this time, but there are some things that have to be said. Let's talk about the current situation first. I need your full cooperation in this meeting, so can you ignore it and give me some face? "
Zhang Dongzi was puzzled, but he smiled and said, "Secretary Lu, I don't think I've done anything bad, right?"
Lu Yiwei didn't smile and said with a straight face, "Don't open any of your entertainment projects for the time being. The Provincial Leaders will come for an inspection in two days. Let them see the current environment, and it won't be good for anyone."
Zhang Dongzi lowered his head and flicked the ash off his cigarette. He sneered, "Secretary Lu, I'm operating legally. Furthermore, you've even shut down Sun City. Didn't I actively cooperate with you? If you shut down other projects, what will I eat? I still have hundreds of people waiting to eat. "
Lu Yiwei suddenly leaned forward and whispered, "Dongzi, have you considered changing your job?"
"What? What did you say? "Zhang Dongzi couldn't react for a moment.
Lu Yiwei said, "What I mean is, have you thought of giving up your business?"
"Hehe." Zhang Dongzi put on a fake smile and said, "Secretary Lu, you're joking too much. If I don't want to do this job, what do you want me to do?"
Lu Yiwei stared at him and said, "Dongzi, we're about the same age, so I won't beat around the bush with you. Actually, I've long wanted to have a heart-to-heart talk with you, but I haven't had the time. Let me ask you, how long do you think you can do this business? "
Zhang Dongzi suddenly stopped smiling and said, "Secretary Lu, what do you mean by that? You want to close it down? I don't think you have that ability. "
Lu Yiwei's eyes narrowed, and he leaned back in his chair and said, "What if I have this thought?"
Zhang Dongzi sneered and glanced to the side and said, "Lu Yiwei, you're just a temporary cadre. You only have the right to speak because there's someone behind you. You've just taken charge of the job, and you're already thinking of cutting my head. Have you considered the consequences? "
Lu Yiwei said calmly, "Yes, I'm indeed not capable enough to shake you, but I want to be friends with you."
"What?" Lu Yi's Weitian kept circling him, and he couldn't keep up with the rhythm.
Lu Yiwei continued, "That's right, I'm willing to be friends with you. What do you think?"
Zhang Dongzi was a little confused and didn't say anything.
"Tell me what I think." Lu Yiwei said,
"You're right, I'm just taking charge of the job now. Maybe I'll be transferred one day, but as long as I'm in Black Mountain County, I have to be responsible for myself and the people of Black Mountain County. Do you know what people say about Black Mountain County? Poverty, backwardness, hillbillies, frogs at the bottom of a well, and so on. I don't care about these. Who asked us to be poor? But the name 'Red Light District' is really unpleasant. Do you think you're not responsible for carrying this name? "
Zhang Dongzi said with an indifferent expression, "Secretary Lu, you're putting the blame on me, as if I'm the one who did all the bad things."
Lu Yiwei asked in a serious tone, "Then do you think you're not responsible?"
Zhang Dongzi suddenly stood up and said with wide eyes, "Lu Yiwei, I'm only talking to you because of you. If you continue with this attitude, there's nothing left for us to talk about." After saying that, he turned around and was about to leave.
"Wait! I haven't finished speaking. " Lu Yiwei stopped Zhang Dongzi and said, "I owed you a favor a while ago. I've always kept this in mind, and I'll definitely keep my promise and return this favor to you."
"…" Hearing this, Zhang Dongzi turned around and looked at Lu Yiwei again.
Lu Yiwei said, "I just asked you if you've thought about changing careers. If you've thought about it, I'll continue talking with you. If you haven't thought about it, you can leave now."
Zhang Dongzi stood there in a daze, and asked, "Secretary Lu, what do you think?"
"So you've thought about it?"
Zhang Dongzi sat down and sighed. "Of course I want to change careers. But I'm uneducated, and I'm not capable. What else can I do other than this?"
"Good!" Lu Yiwei said, "Since you have this thought, I can help you change careers."
"Oh? What do you think, Secretary Lu? "
Lu Yiwei said, "Maybe you've heard about the discovery of a quartz mine in Wheat Mountain. If you're willing to change careers, I can consider letting you develop this project."
Zhang Dongzi was stunned for a long time, and stammered, "Are you serious?"
"A husband's words carry enormous weight. Do you need me to write a contract for you?"
"No, no, no!" Zhang Dongzi's attitude immediately changed, and she said with a smile, "Secretary Lu, you're treating me like an outsider. I believe you. But I have a question. Is the quartz mine really that profitable? Also, is there a lot of reserves in Wheat Mountain? "
"Let me put it this way. Look at this room, how much is related to quartz?" Lu Yiwei pointed and said, "The glass is mainly made of quartz. The floor we're standing on is also made of quartz. The panel on the coffee table is also made of quartz. Also, the core components of my mobile phone are also made of quartz, including the watch you're wearing. The planes that fly in the sky, the cars that run on the ground, and the ships that swim in the water all use quartz. Do you think it's profitable? "
Hearing this, Zhang Dongzi's mouth opened wide, and she exclaimed, "I didn't expect the white flour in the back mountain to have such uses. It's unbelievable."
Lu Yiwei continued, "Two days ago, the geological experts in Beijing sent back an inspection report. They said that our quartz has a high purity. If it's refined, the purity can reach 99%. According to my understanding, a ton of quartz sand with a purity of more than 99% is worth at least 10,000 RMB. You should know what this means. "
Zhang Dongzi exclaimed again, "How much? One ton is worth more than 10,000? My goodness, a ton of coal is only worth 200 to 300 RMB. If we can dig it out, we'll be rich. "
Lu Yiwei handed her a cigarette and lit it. "Letting you handle such a big deal, do you think I'm a good friend?"
"Yes, you're definitely a good friend!" Zhang Dongzi's attitude changed, and her face was full of smiles. "Secretary Lu, if you had told me earlier, I wouldn't have been so disrespectful to you just now. Please don't take it to heart."
"Since we're friends, there's no need to talk about this." Lu Yiwei said, "Can this deal make up for your losses these few days?"
"It's enough, it's enough." Zhang Dongzi understood his intention and said, "Don't worry, I'll close all the hotels when I get back. I won't give you any trouble."
Lu Yiwei nodded and said, "Dongzi, I'll have to trouble you these few days. But I still hope you can cooperate with the County and make this meeting a success. This is my goal. As for the rest, let's talk about it later, okay? "
"That's not a problem." Zhang Dongzi said, "How about this, didn't you say the County will pay for the renovations? I'll pay for it. Treat it as supporting the County's work. What do you think?"
"Great! Then I won't stand on ceremony. Haha. "
"Haha." Zhang Dongzi was in a good mood and said, "It's my good fortune to be friends with someone like you."
"Alright, you can go back to work." Lu Yiwei saw that he had achieved his goal, and there was no need to talk about it anymore.
Before leaving, Lu Yiwei said, "Dongzi, I hope what I told you just now is a secret between the two of us. You don't want others to know about it until the time is right. Is that okay?"
"Since we're friends, don't you have the least bit of trust?"
"Haha, alright, I believe you."
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