Two days later.
Houhai Siheyuan.
At around 8 am, Dong Xuebing got out of bed lazily. He washed up and put on his clothes. He looked at his watch and left the courtyard with his bag.
"Xiao Dong."
"Eh, Auntie Zhou."
"Where are you going?"
"Hi, it's time for work."
"Did you have breakfast? Here, I will give you two steamed buns. "
"Aiya, Auntie Zhou, don't say that. You're too polite."
"Just take it. I had steamed it myself, and it's still warm. Just wait for a while."
"Ok. Thank you, Auntie Zhou. I will cook some streaky pork for you later."
A few minutes later, Dong Xuebing boarded his Xiali with the steamed bun given to him by his neighbor. He saw someone greeting him in front and rolled down the window to greet him. After that, he drove out of the alley. After what happened two days ago, everyone had a good impression of Dong Xuebing. They knew a capable young man had moved into their alley, and Dong Xuebing was still living in that abandoned single-family house for 20 to 30 years. Dong Xuebing could be considered to be part of their social circle.
Dong Xuebing continued driving.
Dong Xuebing took some time to eat the bun. The bun smells good, and the meat filling is more delicious than the food sold at the stalls. Dong Xuebing enjoyed the bun.
One … …
Two … …
Three … …
Dong Xuebing ate all the steamed bun.
I can only go to work when I am full. Sigh … I have to go to work again.
Dong Xuebing felt listless when he thought about work. It's too boring. Low profile, low profile, low profile. Every time he goes to work, he does not speak much. It's fine if it's only for a day or two. But if it's a long time, he can't stand it. Dong Xuebing is not the kind of person who can stay idle. In the past, he would create trouble every now and then. Dong Xuebing might not be aware of this, but deep down, he still likes to fight. That's why he felt uncomfortable when he arrived at the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection. But he has no choice. How can he apply for leave every day? He had been on a business trip for two weeks, and he will be embarrassed if he applies for leave again.
9 am.
Dong Xuebing arrived at the building.
Dong Xuebing looked at his watch and saw he was late by more than ten minutes. He decided not to rush and slowly entered the building.
But at this moment, the sound of an engine came from the side.
A silver Audi A4L rushed over at high speed.
Although the entrance of the Commission for Discipline Inspection is not small, it was after peak hours, and half of the gates were closed. There was only one parking space left, and it was impossible for two cars to enter side by side. That Audi A4 slowed down when it saw there was a car in front of it. But the next moment, it noticed that the car in front was a second-hand Xiali and accelerated again. The Audi A4 did not care if Dong Xuebing drove past first, and it cut in front of Dong Xuebing. It knew it was late and was in a hurry. Dong Xuebing had no choice but to brake to avoid it.
The two cars passed each other.
That man turned to look at Dong Xuebing.
Dong Xuebing saw a man in the Audi A4. He should be slightly older than him, but he should be around 5 to 6 years old. Most people who drive this car to work should be government officials. Dong Xuebing narrowed his eyes and was pissed. How can he drive?! Is he crazy?!
That man did not even apologize and walked away. He did not think Dong Xuebing was a government official, and he did not think Dong Xuebing was a government official. Most government officials will not drive such a lousy car even if they walk here. Who would drive a Xiali?
The engine died.
Dong Xuebing tried to start the engine twice, but the car was too old.
Dong Xuebing tried to restart the engine, and his bored mood got worse.
In the past, Dong Xuebing will never stop when it comes to such matters. But ever since he started working at the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, he has been restrained. He has to pay attention to this and that, and he has to keep a low profile here and there. It's like he is trapped in a cage, and he can't fly or run away. Dong Xuebing knew his elders were right, and his wife's way of handling things was appropriate. But he was not this kind of person. He had followed his mother-in-law's instructions, but … everything was wrong!
What's the point of living?
Other people might want to get promoted and get rich, but Dong Xuebing was not!
He also wanted to be promoted and was also obsessed with being an official, but he wanted to live a happy life even more!
Although he was calm and low profile, he was not happy. This was against his values and values. Just like the day when he dragged away a police car in the alley, that was what Dong Xuebing liked to do!
Creak! Creak!
The engine still did not hit the engine!
The security guard saw Dong Xuebing and immediately walked over. "Can I help you push the car?" He should have recognized Dong Xuebing as a government official and spoke politely.
Dong Xuebing looked over and said: "No problem. Thank you."
"No problem. It's not a big deal." The security guard followed behind to push the car.
The car moved slowly, and Dong Xuebing asked. "Who is that man?"
The guard at the door replied, "I think it's Deputy Director Yang Zhen from the General Affairs Department of the Eighth Supervision Office."
Eighth Supervision Department?
General Affairs Department?
Is he from the same department as me?
The Eighth Supervision Department had a lot of departments, and the Commission for Discipline Inspection was overstaffed. Dong Xuebing did not know Deputy Director Yang and had never seen him before. This was not surprising. Dong Xuebing had only been in this position for a few days. Even if he had worked for the Commission for Discipline Inspection for years, he might not know all the leaders. At most, he would feel that he looked familiar. There were too many people in this department, and Dong Xuebing guessed that Deputy Director Yang did not know him. He had not attended the Eighth Supervision Department's meetings before, and he had been keeping a low profile.
Deputy Director Yang?
Deputy Director Yang?
Dong Xuebing remembered this name.
After Xia Li was pushed into the compound, Dong Xuebing used all his strength to start the engine. He was afraid the engine would die again, and he did not dare to stop the car. He waved to the security guard and drove into the compound. When Dong Xuebing parked in front of his office building, he saw Yang Zhen's Audi A4L. It was parked in front of him. He glanced at Yang Zhen and got out of the car to go upstairs.
Upstairs.
Second Supervision Department's office.
When Dong Xuebing entered, everyone was still working.
All of them knew Dong Xuebing had returned from work today. They looked up and saw Director Dong was late again. All of them were speechless.
Applying for leave!
Late!
Not doing anything!
What kind of leader was he?
Everyone was speechless. Strictly speaking, Dong Xuebing should have been in office for more than a month, but he arrived late by almost a month. He was late on the first day and applied for leave on the second day. After that, he had to take a long holiday. It's unbelievable!
Look!
He was late again!
Han Fei was the most influential person in the group. She was prejudiced against Dong Xuebing and continued with her work. She did not even greet Dong Xuebing and pretended not to see him. Her father was the Chief of the Central Organization Department's Second Bureau, and she had the authority to do so.
"Director Dong."
"Director Dong."
He Zhou, Sun Zhaobang, and the rest only greeted Dong Xuebing. They were unhappy with this unsociable Director Dong and did not greet him warmly.
Dong Xuebing nodded. "Is Director Yin around?"
Zhang Dongliang, who was the lowest in rank, replied. "He is in his office."
"Ok." Dong Xuebing went to his leader's office before returning to his office.
Dong Xuebing knocked on the door, and the person inside said, "Come in." He entered. "Director Yin, I am back."
Yin Chengan laughed. "How is your son?"
Dong Xuebing replied. "He is fine. Oh, I had prepared the report for my work trip." He took out the report and passed it to Yin Chengan. "Thank you for your help."
Yin Chengan glanced at Dong Xuebing and did not look at it. He knew this business trip is just an excuse for Dong Xuebing. "Alright. It's fine as long as Dong Xuebing is fine. Haha … go back to work and look for me if you need anything."
Dong Xuebing replied. "I will go back first."
"Go ahead." Yin Chengan did not mention anything about Dong Xuebing being late again. He acted like he knows nothing and is very easygoing.
This was the first time Dong Xuebing met such a kind leader, and he felt embarrassed. He explained. "I had moved to a new place two days ago, and I was late in the morning. So …"
Yin Chengan laughed. "It's fine. We do not have much work to do here, and we don't have any tasks to do. You can adjust your working hours. Just come early if there are leaders inspecting you or important work. Other than that, it's fine."
Leaders have the right to be late, and this is considered a potential benefit. Dong Xuebing does not mind being late, but this is the first time he heard a leader telling him that it's fine to be late. Dong Xuebing likes Director Yin, and he is not like those Commission for Discipline Inspection officials who are strict with their work. Dong Xuebing likes this type of person.
Outside.
Dong Xuebing met Second Bureau's Deputy Director Chen Dayou, who had just returned from work.
"Director Chen."
"Yes, Director Dong."
Chen Dayou walked past Dong Xuebing and entered his office without saying a word. From his expression, Chen Dayou should be unhappy with Dong Xuebing. Old Chen is different from Director Yin. Old Chen is a traditional disciplinary officer and does things strictly. That's why he doesn't like Dong Xuebing, who is late for work and asks for leave every day. Dong Xuebing had been marginalized by the entire department.
But Dong Xuebing does not mind. He wants to keep a low profile!
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