Half a month later.
Today.
Monday morning.
At around 7 am, Dong Xuebing woke up from the northern room of the Courtyard House and prepared a sumptuous breakfast for himself. Dong Xuebing had been ordered to go home to reflect on his actions for almost a month. He had been bored for the past month, and other than that incident with Fang Wenping, he had been staying at home. Luckily, his leader had called him last night to inform him that he will be returning to work today. If not, he would have to stay at home for too long.
Change his clothes.
Wipe his shoes.
Comb his hair.
Dong Xuebing stood in front of the mirror for a while. After tidying himself up, he nodded and looked at his watch.
It's 8 am.
Dong Xuebing walked to work.
Oh, I almost forgot something.
Dong Xuebing walked over to his wardrobe and took out a lady's sweater. He shook his head and put it in an opaque bag before driving back to work. The sweater was Fang Wenping's. She had washed her clothes at Dong Xuebing's place that day, and her bra and panties were dry by afternoon. Her dress was almost done too. Only the sweater was too big and did not dry quickly. It looks like it will take at least one night to dry. Fang Wenping took out a jacket from Dong Xuebing's wardrobe. Although it doesn't feel right to wear it, it fits. Fang Wenping put it on and left without saying a word. The sweater was hanging in Dong Xuebing's yard, and she forgot to take it away.
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The unit.
It's almost time to work, and there are many people around.
When Dong Xuebing's Land Rover entered the building, many people looked at him. Although Dong Xuebing and Fang Wenping had caused a commotion during the opening ceremony, it had been almost a month, and the commotion had died down. That's why no one said anything after glancing at him. Only a few people remembered what happened that day and discussed about Dong Xuebing and Fang Wenping's scolding. Most of the people were focused on the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection's reform.
The car stopped.
Dong Xuebing alighted from the car, but he did not return to his office. He went to the First Supervision Office and entered the corridor.
This was Fang Wenping's department. Because of that incident, most of the people here knew Dong Xuebing. When they saw Dong Xuebing walking over, they became wary. Even if Fang Wenping's reputation was not good, she was still the Chief of the First Supervision Office. She was everyone's direct superior and represented the entire First Supervision Office. That's why no one looked at Dong Xuebing politely.
"Is Director Fang here?" Dong Xuebing looked for a young woman and asked.
That woman looked at Dong Xuebing and hesitated for a while before saying. "Director is here. He is in the office."
"Thanks." Dong Xuebing walked to the Director's office and entered without knocking. He does not need to be courteous with Fang Wenping.
In the office.
Fang Wenping had just arrived, and her bag was still on the table. She is bending over to get some water from the water dispenser. Her long pants are facing the door, and her butt is pushing up her pants. But it might be because she is wearing long johns or thermal pants, and there are no signs of her underwear. Dong Xuebing felt it was a pity, but he still stared at Fang Wenping.
Fang Wenping turned and looked at Dong Xuebing. "Don't you know how to knock?"
"No." Dong Xuebing threw the bag on the sofa. "Your clothes."
After filling the cup with water, Fang Wenping took a sip and returned to her seat. She looked up at him and asked, "Is there anything else?"
Dong Xuebing reached out. "Where are my clothes?"
"What clothes are you wearing?" Fang Wenping asked coldly.
"What clothes are you talking about? My jacket!" Dong Xuebing replied angrily.
Fang Wenping replied angrily. "I don't know. I threw it away."
"You threw away more than 1,000 RMB worth of clothes?!" Dong Xuebing was furious. "You are treating my kindness as ill will. If I knew this would happen, I would have let you go back naked. Alright. I can't be bothered to talk to you. Anyway, Fang Wenping, you owe me a favor!"
Fang Wenping lowered her head and continued with her work. "Close the door when you leave."
Dong Xuebing snorted and turned to leave. He slammed the door behind him and shocked the people in the corridor. Everyone was looking at Dong Xuebing, but Dong Xuebing ignored them and walked out of the office building. Actually, Dong Xuebing had no intention to ask Fang Wenping for his clothes back. A set of clothes does not cost much, and he doesn't care. He also knows Fang Wenping will not bring his clothes back to him after washing them. What he was angry about was Fang Wenping's attitude. She doesn't know how to care about me. I should have thrown her out on the streets that day, and she won't be picky with me!
Outside the building.
Many people were walking in.
Dong Xuebing walked sideways and did not look at anyone.
Suddenly, a voice called out to him. "Xiao Dong."
Dong Xuebing turned around and saw it was the Eighth Supervision Office's Director, Zhu Weiye. Director Zhu had helped Dong Xuebing during the incident where he beat up Yang Zhen. He did not even give Dong Xuebing any disciplinary action. Dong Xuebing knew Zhu Weiye knew about Dong Xuebing's background, but he had a good impression of Director Zhu. This is how the Commission for Discipline Inspection works. Although Director Zhu's rank and position are the same as Fang Wenping, Zhu Weiye is much more mature than Fang Wenping.
"Director Zhu." Dong Xuebing greeted. "Good morning."
Zhu Weiye had just alighted from his car, and his trousers were at his ankles. His socks were showing, and he bent over to straighten his trousers. After straightening his trousers, he stood up and looked at Dong Xuebing. "I met you here. Let's go. Follow me to my office. I need to speak to you."
Dong Xuebing replied. "Ok."
Zhu Weiye walked in front and greeted a few familiar colleagues on the way.
Dong Xuebing followed behind him and entered Zhu Weiye's office.
"Get yourself a drink and take a seat." Zhu Weiye placed his bag on the table and sat down. He took out some things and arranged them casually. He does not treat Dong Xuebing as an outsider and behaved casually.
Dong Xuebing did not act casually and sat on the sofa, waiting for Zhu Weiye to speak. Dong Xuebing's attitude towards Fang Wenping is special. After all, they had a conflict in the past and had fallen out. Even though Fang Wenping is his leader, Dong Xuebing does not respect her. But Zhu Weiye is different. Zhu Weiye is his direct superior and had helped him before. Dong Xuebing will respect him. At least, Zhu Weiye will act like this. Dong Xuebing knows the rules of the government.
About two minutes passed.
Zhu Weiye finished tidying up and looked at Dong Xuebing. "How is it? What did Xiaoyu reflect on at home for a month? Tell me about it. "
Dong Xuebing replied seriously. "I had realized my mistake, and I should not have scolded Director Fang. I will correct myself in the future." If it was one month ago, Dong Xuebing would not say this as he does not think he had done anything wrong. But now, Dong Xuebing's mentality had changed. He felt he was no longer enemies with Fang Wenping. Their relationship had changed, and he doesn't want to be enemies with Fang Wenping forever. Also, Dong Xuebing had heard about the Commission for Discipline Inspection reform from his mother-in-law, and his focus is on getting promoted. That's why he is more proactive in admitting his mistakes. In Dong Xuebing's eyes, nothing is real, and getting promoted is the most important thing.
Zhu Weiye nodded. "It's good that you have realized your mistake. You are a good comrade if you can correct yourself."
Dong Xuebing replied. "Don't worry. There will not be a next time. I will work hard and build a good relationship with my colleagues."
Zhu Weiye smiled. "It is an improvement for you to think this way. Not bad." Zhu Weiye paused for a while. "Yes. I have something else to discuss with you. Our Commission for Discipline Inspection is going to be reformed. You should have heard about this, right? We might have to expand our eight supervision rooms into ten supervision rooms. We'll have a ninth and tenth supervision rooms. The general plan has already been finalized, and now, we're just short of personnel adjustments. After all, it's a new department, so we'll definitely need to replenish some personnel to a certain extent. Some of them can be transferred from below, but a large portion of them will have to be transferred from our eight supervision rooms. After all, we need some outstanding cadres to oversee the new department. Only then will we be able to carry out our work faster and stabilize the new department as soon as possible. This also means that the previous eight supervision rooms will have to face a certain degree of personnel reduction and will have to support the new department. "
Dong Xuebing listened quietly, and his expression did not change. But his heart was racing.
Zhu Weiye said, "Yesterday, the higher-ups held a meeting, and the leaders also talked to a few of us individually. They wanted us to recommend some candidates, mainly the leaders of the departments under Section 9 and 10. After thinking about it, I decided to recommend you. Although you are a little impulsive, your Party spirit is still very strong. Your previous file also proves this point. You put the people first in everything you do, and this is what I value the most about you. There's no need to mention your work ability. Your file is so beautiful that no one can find any problems with it. You're also young and hardworking, so I think you're the most suitable candidate. Hmm, what do you think?"
You are also young and hardworking. I think you are the most suitable candidate. What do you think? "Dong Xuebing replied calmly.
"Good." Zhu Weiye looked at Dong Xuebing. "Although the decision is not made yet, you should make some preparations first."
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