Thursday.
Morning.
Dong Xuebing's phone rang after breakfast at his old classmate, Yao Cui's breakfast stall. He did not have time to talk to Yao Cui's parents and left 5 RMB on the table. He walked to the roadside with his phone and boarded his Land Rover.
"Hello, Mr. Liang."
"Xuebing, I had asked around for you."
"Thank you. How is it?"
"My friends can't spare the time either."
"Actually, it will not take long to fly back and forth. It will only take one or two days."
"It's because your area is too far away, and they are not interested in any projects."
"Mr. Liang, we have a lot of projects, and there are preferential policies. Do you want me to send you our list of projects first?"
"Never mind. Maybe next time."
"Alright, no matter what, thank you."
"You don't need to thank me. I did not help you much."
Dong Xuebing kept his phone and shook his head helplessly. He placed his hand on the steering wheel and lit a cigarette. He closed his eyes and closed the window. Since yesterday afternoon, Dong Xuebing had been contacting his old friends. After he returned home, he had contacted many businessmen he had met in the past. But the situation is not good. Dong Xuebing did not manage to get any businessmen to help him. Of course, it's not because Dong Xuebing does not have any connections. It's because Dong Xuebing's relationship with those businessmen is not good. Xie Huilan had gotten some businessmen from Beijing to help him during the investment fair in Yan Tai County. But after the earthquake, those businessmen had suffered losses, and Dong Xuebing cannot ask Xie Huilan to help him. That's why he did not get any help from them.
Let's go.
Let's see how the Investment Promotion Agency is doing.
Dong Xuebing snubbed his cigarette and drove off to work.
… …
Investment Promotion Agency.
Dong Xuebing's apartment.
After waking up, Dong Xuebing made a few calls. He had left home late, and it was already 9.30 pm when he arrived. He was late.
Office area.
Everyone is busy.
"Xiao Gong, is the document ready?"
"It's being printed. It will be ready soon!"
"Director Cheng, your family is calling."
"Ask him to call later. I can't leave."
"Section Chief Chen, did Manager Zhao reply to you?"
"Not yet, Chief Zheng. I'll urge him again."
"Alright, this person must be taken down. Pay attention to him."
The office is very busy, and many people are not sitting at their seats. They are running around, typing documents, looking for their phones, or searching for something online. None of them noticed Dong Xuebing was already standing at the entrance, and all of them are focused on their work. But Dong Xuebing could tell from their expressions that they are not very passionate about their work. They are not emotional, but they are working very hard. Without pressure, there will be no motivation, and everyone is anxious.
Only Chang Juan was sitting very steadily, staring at the computer and typing away. No one knew what she was busy with.
Dong Xuebing is satisfied. Although there is no progress, everyone's attitude gave him a lot of comfort.
Not bad, worthy of praise!
This was the kind of life-risking spirit he wanted!
Dong Xuebing did not disturb them and did not say a word. He walked into the printers area quietly and took a look around.
"Chief Chang."
"Yes, what's wrong?"
"Can you take a look at this project list?"
"Ok. Leave it here. I will look at it later. I am busy with something else."
"Ok. Go ahead with your work. I will leave it on your desk."
Dong Xuebing had a good impression of Sister Chang. She is an adorable woman, but he had never commented on Chang Juan's working ability. They are old colleagues, and Dong Xuebing knows her very well. When Sister Chang was working in the State Security's General Affairs Office, she used a small mirror and makeup to put on makeup for the whole day. She had never done anything serious before. That's why Dong Xuebing nodded in his heart when he saw Chang Juan was so serious. After the incident in Beijing, Chang Juan had matured a lot. The tense atmosphere in the office should have affected her, and she should be focusing on her work now. Good.
Dong Xuebing had a look of approval on his face. But when he walked a few steps forward and sneaked behind Chang Juan to see what she is working on, he saw the computer screen in front of her. Dong Xuebing almost fell to the ground and cursed!
Fight the Landlord!
Chang Juan is playing games!
Not only that, Sister Chang is chatting with three to four people at the same time. She is still playing Fight the Landlord while typing. Dong Xuebing was wondering why Chang Juan is so busy. Her hands had not left the keyboard at all. Damn! She is chatting with four people and playing cards at the same time!
Dong Xuebing took out a card from the Eight of Hearts.
Dong Xuebing quickly typed. "What's wrong with your internet speed? Hurry up and play your cards!"
Dong Xuebing clicked on the mouse and typed. "I am in the office. Haha."
He was so busy that he didn't even know that there was someone behind him.
Dong Xuebing is speechless and doesn't know what to say to Sister Chang.
"Ah."
"Mayor Dong."
"Mayor Dong, you are here?"
Someone finally saw Dong Xuebing in the office, and everyone looks over.
Chang Juan was stunned and turned around to see Dong Xuebing standing behind her. She got a fright and quickly switched off Fight the Landlord. She also minimized the chat window. Sister Chang is also a prideful person and blushed. She coughed and greeted Mayor Dong.
Dong Xuebing turned to everyone and said. "Carry on with your work." After everyone continued working, Dong Xuebing looks at Chang Juan. "Chief Chang, come over for a while."
Chang Juan paused. "Ah?"
"I need to talk to you." Dong Xuebing walked out first.
Chang Juan is worried and quickly followed behind Dong Xuebing.
… …
Chief's office.
Zheng Dayou had gone out to work, and this office has become the Investment Promotion Agency's meeting room. Anyone can use it as long as it's a serious matter.
Dong Xuebing sat on the sofa after entering the office.
Chang Juan saw Dong Xuebing and did not dare to sit down. "Xuebing, I … I am sorry. Please don't be angry with me."
Dong Xuebing smiled. "Everyone is busy, and you are the only one chatting and playing games. What will people think?"
Chang Juan hurriedly said, "Don't worry, I definitely won't do it in the future. I just came here and I'm not familiar with the work yet. I don't know anything at all. They are so busy that they don't have time. Besides, I'm too embarrassed to ask them what kind of work they should do. That's why I'm so bored. That's why I want to relax before you come. This way, when you assign tasks to me, I can work seriously."
Dong Xuebing kept quiet.
Chang Juan looked at Dong Xuebing and did not find any excuses. "Xuebing, you should know what kind of person I am. I have nothing to do in the General Affairs Office every day. Even if you ask me to focus on work, I can't calm down. I …"
Dong Xuebing laughed. "Sister Chang, I know you are used to having nothing to do. I was also in the General Affairs Office in the past, and I know the situation there. But this is not about having nothing to do. You are transferred to the Investment Promotion Agency and are considered a leader. You must set an example. Do you know what I said about you at the County's Party Committee meeting? I said that you are very capable and experienced. After praising you for a long time, the County reluctantly agreed to your transfer and promotion. I had already said that, and in the blink of an eye, you are playing games in your office every day. I am the only one who saw it. We are good friends, and to be honest, it is not a big deal. But what if other people saw it? They will surely gossip behind your back. Not only will they say you are not working hard, but they will also question my judgment. "
Chang Juan quickly replied. "I will not do it again. I will not do it again." Chang Juan got up to pour a glass of warm water and passed it to Dong Xuebing. "Drink some water to calm down."
"Sister Chang, I am not angry with you."
"… really?"
"We have been colleagues for so many years, and you should know what kind of person I am. I also know what kind of person Sister Chang is. Actually, I did not expect you to help me raise the Agency's performance. You had come all the way here to look for me, and I must help you. That's why I helped you get a promotion. As for your work, I also do not expect you to run errands every day, but you must at least give me some face and act like you are working hard. This way, I can answer to others, right?"
"That's right. You are right." Chang Juan heard what Dong Xuebing said. "This is the last time. Xuebing, I will not play games in the future, and I know who is good to me. I had come to you without saying anything, and you had arranged a job for me and even got someone to remove my suspension. I know you are good to me, and I will not disappoint you." Dong Xuebing was speechless when he heard Chang Juan's words. Chang Juan also said: "This is the last time.
Dong Xuebing replied. "I might have said too much today."
"Not heavy, not heavy at all." Chang Juan looked at him and said, "You know Big Sis, I'm just lazy, so I need someone to supervise and criticize me. My lover is a wimp and never dares to say anything about me, so I've gradually developed this personality of mine. You're right to criticize me. In the future, if Big Sis does something wrong, you can criticize Big Sis as you please. It's fine. Yeah, I'll uninstall the game when I get back.
Dong Xuebing replied. "Actually, it's fine to play games during lunch break. You should know what I mean. It's fine for me to see it, but don't let others see it." If it were someone else, Dong Xuebing would get mad. But it is Chang Juan, and Dong Xuebing cannot get mad at her.
Humans all had their own close and distant relationships.
Chang Juan nodded and looked at Dong Xuebing. She reached over and held Dong Xuebing's hand. "You are the best to me."
Dong Xuebing cleared his throat. Sister Chang's hand is very soft, and it feels cool to touch. But he doesn't dare to touch too much and quickly pulls his hand away.
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