Evening.
County Family Quarters.
Under the moonlight, Dong Xuebing hummed a tune as he drove Xie Huilan into the apartment complex.
After work, the rest of the staff from Xiaoxing City and Bao Hong City had booked their hotels. Xie Huilan will not let her stay in the hotel and must return home with Dong Xuebing. Before leaving, Xie Huilan had instructed one of her staff to contact the Jiaolin County's Investment Promotion Agency tomorrow. She will not be attending because she is feeling unwell. Dong Xuebing knew Xie Huilan wants to have a reunion with him tomorrow. It's rare for them to meet each other, and Dong Xuebing told Zhang Dongfang that he will not be coming tomorrow. Ordinary Party Secretaries do not have any traditional holidays. There are 365 days in a year. Other than the Spring Festival and National Day, they do not have many days off. But if they really want to take a break, they will take a break. No one can say anything about it. The Party Secretaries are the top leaders in the county, and they do not need to take a break. Who dares to not approve it? Dong Xuebing is only informing his subordinates.
"We're here, Xie Huilan." Dong Xuebing snapped his fingers.
Xie Huilan smiles as she looks around. "The environment is not bad. I had walked around your County today, and it is almost the same as a County City. At least, the infrastructure and facilities are comparable to a County City. It's rare to see a County City as well-planned as your Jiaolin County."
Dong Xuebing stopped his car and pulled the handbrake. "Of course. Our County had been trying to get a spot in the County City a few years ago. That's why we had planned this well, and the leaders from the previous term and the previous term had put in a lot of effort. In the end, we did not manage to get a County City, and the higher-ups rejected us. They said our County is not qualified enough."
Xie Huilan smirked. "Then why are you still here?"
Dong Xuebing laughed. "Why can't I be here?"
"You can't get the application approved within ten years after it was rejected once. You should know about this, right?" Xie Huilan asked. The approval documents can be submitted every year, but it's meaningless if they don't approve it.
Dong Xuebing shook his head. "Not necessarily. There are always special circumstances."
Xie Huilan laughed. "Even if you all had gotten 1 billion RMB to attract investors, there is no hope. It is not as easy as you think. Since the higher-ups said you all are not qualified, that means you all are still lacking. Unless there is a fundamental change, there is no hope. Also, 1 billion RMB is nothing to you. Even if it is a good political achievement for you, it will not affect the whole County as much as you think. Furthermore, Antique County is not purely based on the economy. There are also other factors, such as the environment, policies, culture, history, etc. If you think you can get a County by attracting investors, then you are too naive."
"Young man …" Dong Xuebing was speechless.
Xie Huilan smiled. "Who asked you to be so immature? I don't want you to take the wrong path, and that's why I am telling you this."
Dong Xuebing replied. "You had told me at least five times, and our mother had told me at least three times. My ears are numb."
Xie Huilan looked at Dong Xuebing. "This is for your own good."
Dong Xuebing glanced at her. "You are the one who thinks this is for my own good. You are the one who thinks I am immature. Xie Huilan, how many times do you need me to tell you? I admit that I am impulsive and have a bad temper. But after so many years, have I not solved any serious problems? Haven't I done everything beautifully? Didn't I also overcome all the problems? I know attracting investors will not solve the County's problems, but I had never thought about it. How stupid am I in your eyes? "Xie Huilan laughed.
"I don't know how stupid you are, but you are not smart. Hahaha."
Dong Xuebing snorted. "Let's get straight to the point. We have been arguing about this for too long. Let's put aside our differences for the time being. But let's wait and see. In less than half a year … no … four months. In less than four months, I will make you speechless!"
Xie Huilan smiled. "Fine. I want to see how you can get promoted to Deputy Bureau Chief rank at the age of 27. Hahaha."
Dong Xuebing got mad when he saw Xie Huilan's smile. "Let's make a bet."
"Up to you." Xie Huilan replied nonchalantly.
Dong Xuebing raised his chin and said. "If I get promoted to Deputy Bureau Chief rank this year, you must kneel before me and say 'Hubby, I am wrong.'"
Xie Huilan laughed. "What if you lose?"
Dong Xuebing replied confidently. "I will do whatever you want me to do."
Xie Huilan replied. "Fine. I have already thought of what I want you to do. Just kneel before me and sing."
"Fine. Let's wait and see." Dong Xuebing was determined to compete with his wife. "Let's alight."
Downstairs.
Many leaders' family members were walking in and out of the building. Some had just gotten off work, and some had gone to buy groceries for dinner. This is the peak hour.
"Secretary Dong."
"Eh, this is?"
"This is my wife, Xie Huilan."
"Ah, your wife is so pretty."
"Nice to meet you, Madam Dong. We had just cooked. Do you want to come over for dinner?"
"No need, Madam Zhou. Thank you. We will have dinner at home."
After exchanging some pleasantries, Dong Xuebing and Xie Huilan went upstairs with the groceries.
… …
At home.
Xie Huilan took off her heels the moment she entered the apartment and sat on the sofa. She unbuckled her belt and took off her coffee-colored pants gracefully and placed them on the backrest. She crossed her legs and smiled. "Where is my little hubby? Haha … get me a glass of water. I'm thirsty and hungry."
Dong Xuebing gave Xie Huilan a stare. "Why do you only know how to order me around? You are always like this. You don't even move your hands to pour me a glass of water. How lazy can you be?"
Xie Huilan laughed. "That's because I am so expensive."
"Cut it out. Do you think I am so naughty?" Dong Xuebing laughed.
Although Dong Xuebing said this, he still poured a glass of water for Xie Huilan and passed the remote control to her to watch TV. After that, he went into the kitchen with the groceries and started cooking. Dong Xuebing had always doted on his wife. Although he keeps finding fault with his wife, it's because of her attitude towards him. In fact, if Xie Huilan really goes to work, Dong Xuebing will also miss her.
Washing vegetables.
Chopping vegetables.
Stir-Frying vegetables.
Dong Xuebing finished cooking 20 minutes later. He had been cooking more frequently, and his cooking speed had increased. Practice makes perfect.
"It's time to eat." Dong Xuebing placed a few plates on the table. "Come, try my cooking."
Xie Huilan narrowed her eyes and sat down. She looked at the three dishes and soup and sighed. "My little hubby is the best. Come, give me a kiss."
Dong Xuebing moved closer to Xie Huilan. "Ok."
Xie Huilan smiled and kissed Dong Xuebing on the nose. "Let's eat."
The couple picked up their chopsticks and ate while chatting.
"How's your work? Are there any problems? "Dong Xuebing asked.
"Haha … what problems can there be? We have the situation under control, and our main task now is to develop the economy. Let's take it slow." Xie Huilan picked up some vegetables for Dong Xuebing. "You are getting better at cooking tofu. Try it. It's delicious."
Dong Xuebing placed the tofu into his mouth. "What about tomorrow? Where are we going? "
Xie Huilan laughed. "I am not familiar with this area. I will listen to you. Anyway, my flight is the day after tomorrow, and I can only accompany you tomorrow."
"So urgent?"
"I still have a lot of work to do."
"Then let's walk around the County. I will bring you to try our local snacks tomorrow. Many of them are good, but you might not like some of them."
"Ok. I will listen to my little hubby's arrangements. Haha …"
"When can you remove the word 'little' from your title?"
"Haha … let's talk about it after you are promoted to Deputy Chief."
After dinner, Dong Xuebing went to wash the dishes. When he came out of the living room, he noticed no one was in the living room, but he heard some noises coming from the second floor. He walked up to the bedroom and heard the sound of the shower coming from the bathroom. Dong Xuebing smiled and started to unbutton his shirt. After that, he took off all his clothes and threw them on the chair. After that, he rubbed his hands and wanted to go into the bathroom to shower with his wife. But when Dong Xuebing turned the doorknob, his smile froze.
Click … …
Damn! It's locked from the inside!
Dong Xuebing almost fainted. He quickly knocks on the door. "Huilan … Huilan …"
"Ah? What is it? "Dong Xuebing's wife's voice came from the bathroom.
Dong Xuebing replied. "Open the door for me. I am also tired. Let's shower together."
Dong Xuebing replied with a laugh. "Your Sister Xie likes to shower alone. Let me finish first."
"Don't mind." Dong Xuebing crossed his arms. "I had already taken off my clothes, and I am freezing. Hurry up and open the door."
"It's almost summer. Why are you freezing?"
"It's still cold, and the temperature difference between day and night is huge. Oh no … I am going to catch a cold."
Dong Xuebing paused for a while, and the sound of the shower stopped.
Dong Xuebing opened the door and entered the bathroom. Bang! The door slammed shut.
"Where are you touching?"
"Hehe, I am touching."
"Hurry up and shower. It's ticklish."
Five minutes later, the sound of panting could be heard coming from the bathroom. It was getting more and more urgent!
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