Next day, Sunday.
Hua Mei District, Yu Family's house.
Dong Xuebing slept in and woke up around 10 am. When he got out of bed, he felt sore all over his body. He smiled to himself. Fighting a tiger is not an easy task. Yesterday, he was fine, and today, he is feeling the aftereffects. He should have strained his muscles. Dong Xuebing stretched his arms and legs and walked out of his bedroom. He saw Yu Meixia sitting on the sofa watching yesterday's news about fighting a tiger. Dong Xuebing's passionate speech is being broadcasted on the TV.
"Because I am a Party member. If I don't go, who will?"
Dong Xuebing nodded. He felt what he said was right.
"Sister Yu, morning. Where is Qianqian?"
"Oh, you are awake? Qianqian went out to play with her friends. "
"She just went out? What time is it now? Is she not coming back for lunch? "
"She said she is having lunch at her friend's place and will be back in the afternoon." Yu Meixia went into the bedroom to help Dong Xuebing fold his blanket. "… what do you want to eat? I will go and buy groceries later."
"Just anything will do." Dong Xuebing went into the bathroom to brush his teeth. "Don't bother."
"What about breakfast?"
"It's past 10 am. I don't want breakfast."
After wiping his face, Dong Xuebing placed the towel on the rack to dry and walked out of the bathroom. He sat on the sofa and looked at himself on TV. He nodded his head and took out a cigarette. He is satisfied with his performance. Sister Yu had just helped Dong Xuebing fold his blanket and quickly took out a lighter from her pocket to light his cigarette. Before Dong Xuebing could say anything, Yu Meixia went behind the sofa and massaged Dong Xuebing's head and shoulders.
"… Xiao Bing."
"Huh?"
"I heard you are going to be promoted to Section Chief?" Yu Meixia asked.
Dong Xuebing slapped his forehead. "I had forgotten about this. Sigh … I don't think I will be promoted to Section Chief. It's only a nomination, and I don't know how to get it done."
"But didn't you make a lot of contributions?"
"It's different. The County's Party Committee must vote for me to be promoted."
"I don't really understand this."
"Simply put, I had offended Xiang Daofa, and he holds more than half of the committee members' votes. That means if the County's Party Secretary does not agree, I will not be promoted. Now, it has nothing to do with my contributions."
"Oh, I see."
He is almost certain that if this carries on, Lui Dafa will be appointed as the Investment Promotion Agency's Chief, and he will have no chance. This is not only because he had offended Xiang Daofa, but Lui Dafa is under Xiang Daofa's faction. Xiang Daofa will not let an outsider take over this sensitive position. Furthermore, this is related to his political rivalry with Xie Huilan. How can he let someone from Xie Huilan's faction get the position? Impossible!
Sigh, do I really have to wait until next year or the year after that?
Just as he was thinking about it, ring, ring, ring, ring, ring, the phone rang.
Yu Meixia pulled her hand out of Dong Xuebing's hair and walked into the room. When she came out, she had a phone in her hand. "It's Secretary Hu's number."
"Thank you." Dong Xuebing took the phone and answered. "Hello, Sister Hu?"
Hu Silian asked. "Are you at home? Is it convenient to talk? "
"Yes." Dong Xuebing blinked. "What is it?"
Hu Silian nodded. "I heard something, and the Mayor asked me to confirm with you. Is the little boy you saved from the zoo yesterday a relative of Party Secretary Duan?"
Dong Xuebing remembered he had forgotten to tell Sister Xie. "Yes. He is Party Secretary Duan's son."
"Or is it true?" The other side of the phone kept quiet.
"Sister Hu, what's wrong?"
"Wait a minute. I will speak to Mayor Xie." The other side of the phone immediately quieted down. It seems the other side had muted the phone, and nothing can be heard. After about half a minute, Dong Xuebing heard some noises. "Chief Dong, the County's Party Committee meeting will be held in a few days, and your nomination is still … the Mayor wants you to make use of this opportunity to get close to Party Secretary Duan and get this vote … right?"
Dong Xuebing was stunned for a second, and then he remembered something. "That's right. How can I forget?!"
"The Mayor also said you are close to Party Secretary Cao …"
"I understand, I understand. Sister Hu, thank you so much."
"Don't thank me. I am only passing the message."
After hanging up, Dong Xuebing gave himself a slap on his head. Why am I so stupid? Duan Zhengan is the Commission for Discipline Inspection's Secretary and a member of the County's Party Committee. He holds a vote. Although Duan Zhengan is on Xiang Yu's side and had some conflicts with Dong Xuebing not long ago, Dong Xuebing had saved his son. If Dong Xuebing can get this vote, Dong Xuebing will be able to make up for his lack of votes. Secretary Hu's message reminded Dong Xuebing that Deputy Party Secretary Cao Xupeng is also on Xiang Yu's side. Cao Xupeng still owes Dong Xuebing a favor, and if Dong Xuebing can get his vote, then …
Damn!
I can get a Section Chief!
Dong Xuebing got excited. "Sister Yu! Sister Yu! "
"I am here." Yu Meixia popped her head out from the kitchen. "Can we have stewed meat for lunch?"
"Don't cook for me. You eat by yourself. I need to go out and will not be back for dinner." Dong Xuebing took his bag and keys out of the house.
Let's do it! We have to hurry!
… …
County Party Committee Quarters.
Dong Xuebing looked at the building and took out his phone to make a call. "Hello? Is this Secretary Duan's house?"
"Who are you?" A woman's voice is on the other end.
Dong Xuebing laughed. "Are you Sister-in-law? I am Dong Xuebing. "
"Ah … Chief Dong? I had wanted to call you earlier. Are you free tonight? My Old Duan wants to treat you to dinner to thank you. "
"You are too polite. No need. I am downstairs at your place."
"Downstairs? Oh, wait for me. I will go downstairs to fetch you. "
"No … Just tell me your unit number, and I will go up myself."
After hanging up, Dong Xuebing entered the building and took the elevator up. Ding! The elevator door opened, and Dong Xuebing saw Secretary Duan's door was open. Cheng Tingting was waiting for him at the door. When Dong Xuebing walked over, Cheng Tingting welcomed him into her house and closed the door.
"Is Liangjing alright after yesterday's check-up?" Dong Xuebing asked.
Cheng Tingting laughed. "Thanks to you, I am fine. I am just scared out of my wits."
Dong Xuebing passed the toy car to Cheng Tingting. "I am glad you are fine. This is for your child. It is an electric remote control car, and it can help him relax. He will forget about what happened in a few days."
"Look at you. You don't need to buy anything." Cheng Tingting grumbled.
Suddenly, the door opened, and Duan Zhengan walked out with Liangjing. "Xiao Dong is here."
"Secretary Duan." Dong Xuebing greeted Duan Zhengan. "I am not sure if Liangjing was bitten yesterday, and I came over to take a look. Sorry to disturb you."
Duan Zhengan waved his hand. "It's fine. Have a seat."
Liangjing had been in low spirits like a frightened deer and had not spoken much since yesterday. But when Liangjing saw Dong Xuebing, he walked over and held Dong Xuebing's hand gently. He greeted Dong Xuebing as' Uncle 'and did not let go of Dong Xuebing's hand. He is very dependent on Dong Xuebing. Yesterday, Dong Xuebing had saved Liangjing from the tiger's mouth, and this had left a deep impression on Liangjing.
Cheng Tingting passed the toy to her son. "Here, your Uncle had bought this remote control car for you."
"Ok! Thank you, Uncle! "Liangjing took the box and started playing with it.
"This child only knows how to play. Haha." Cheng Tingting was glad to see her son's mood had improved. "Xiao Bing, have a seat. I will prepare some tea for you." She had also changed the way she addressed Dong Xuebing.
"Thank you, Sister-in-law."
"Don't mention it. Make yourself at home. Have a seat."
After Duan Zhengan sat down, Dong Xuebing sat down on the sofa. He understood that it is Xiang Daofa's idea to get the Commission for Discipline Inspection to investigate him. Furthermore, Duan Zhengan had done everything according to the law and did not make things difficult for him. Dong Xuebing did not want his mother to know about this, and Duan Zhengan did not tell Luan Xiaoping. That's why Dong Xuebing cannot blame Secretary Duan, as he does not have any grudges with Duan Zhengan.
"Secretary Duan, have a smoke." Dong Xuebing took out a cigarette from his pocket.
Duan Zhengan took out a cigarette from the coffee table. "Come. Smoke mine."
Dong Xuebing wanted to light Duan Zhengan's cigarette, but Duan Zhengan took out his lighter and tried to light Dong Xuebing's cigarette. Dong Xuebing did not dare to move closer and quickly shrunk his neck. "No … no …" In the end, Dong Xuebing lit Secretary Duan's cigarette.
"Xiao Dong …" Duan Zhengan was touched. "Thank you for what you did yesterday."
Dong Xuebing replied. "It's my duty."
"I had seen the news. You said, 'I am a Party Member, and if I don't do it, who will?' … well said!"
"Ah … no."
Duan Zhengan had changed his impression of Dong Xuebing. In the past, he did not like Dong Xuebing because he suspected Dong Xuebing had accepted bribes. But after he found out Dong Xuebing had won the lottery, he still hates Dong Xuebing. He had worked in the Commission for Discipline Inspection for many years, and he does not like Dong Xuebing who likes to show off. Dong Xuebing bought a car worth over 1 million RMB and a 2 million RMB watch casually.
But Duan Zhengan's impression of Dong Xuebing changed after his son almost died yesterday. His face turned pale when his wife called him to tell him about what happened. After that, he watched the video on TV and realized how dangerous the situation was. But Dong Xuebing still rushed forward and saved Liangjing. Duan Zhengan is very grateful to Dong Xuebing for saving Liangjing. Duan Zhengan had conflicts with Dong Xuebing, and he had brought Dong Xuebing to the Commission for Discipline Inspection for investigation. If it were someone else, he would not want his son to die. But Dong Xuebing did not do that and risked his life to save his son. Ordinary people cannot compare to him.
Duan Zhengan felt sorry for Dong Xuebing. He had just investigated Dong Xuebing, and Dong Xuebing saved his son.
Cheng Tingting also knows about the Commission for Discipline Inspection's investigation and felt bad. She poured a cup of tea for Dong Xuebing and said. "Xiao Bing, stay at home for lunch. What do you like to eat? I will buy it."
Dong Xuebing replied politely. "Sorry to disturb you. I will go back after a while."
"You are already here, and it's not up to you to leave." Cheng Tingting laughed. "You all can continue chatting. I will go and prepare lunch. We must stay here for lunch."
Dong Xuebing replied. "Ok … thank you."
"It's fine. Have some tea, and I will wash the vegetables."
At the dining table, Duan Zhengan and Cheng Tingting invited Dong Xuebing to eat.
Dong Xuebing sighed in his heart. Just a few days ago, they were still at loggerheads with each other, and today, they are sitting at the same table for lunch.
"Here, have some more of this." Cheng Tingting picked up some vegetables for Dong Xuebing.
Dong Xuebing quickly replied. "Thank you, Sister-in-law. I will help myself."
Duan Zhengan is a serious man at work, and he seldom talks at home. Most of the time, it's Cheng Tingting chatting with Duan Zhengan. Both of them are having a good time chatting. Duan Zhengan and Cheng Tingting have a good time chatting with each other.
After lunch, Cheng Tingting suddenly asked. "Old Duan, I heard Xiao Bing is nominated to be the Chief of the Investment Promotion Agency."
"Yes." Duan Zhengan nodded. "It will be discussed at the Party Committee meeting next week."
Dong Xuebing's ears perked up when he heard this.
Cheng Tingting wants to repay Dong Xuebing, but she knows this is his first time visiting her family. She took the initiative to ask. "Do you think he has a good chance? You can help Xiao Bing work hard. "
"I cannot make the decision for the Party Committee meeting."
"But you also have a vote in your hands." Cheng Tingting is unhappy with her husband's reply. "How many leaders like Xiao Bing are there now? I think it is a waste of his talent to go to the Investment Promotion Agency. "
Dong Xuebing smiled. "Sister-in-law, you are flattering me. I …"
Duan Zhengan is a high-ranking official. Which one of them is not smart? From the moment Dong Xuebing visited him, Duan Zhengan knew what Dong Xuebing is thinking. He mumbled a few words and did not mention this again. Actually, he already has a plan. Dong Xuebing also knows Duan Zhengan will not say anything personally. As a leader, he will not make any promises. That's why Dong Xuebing left at around 1 pm. He had done all he could and expressed his thoughts. As for whether he will succeed, it is up to fate.
After leaving the building, Dong Xuebing did not rush to leave. He is thinking of treating Cao Xupeng to dinner.
Secretary Cao's vote is crucial to Dong Xuebing's promotion to Section Chief.
Cao Xupeng is the County's County's County's Deputy Bureau Chief and the third-in-command in Yan Tai County. A few months ago, during the kidnapping of the school's teachers and students, the kidnappers wanted Cao Xupeng to be the hostage. If Cao Xupeng had gone, he would have died. But at the crucial moment, he volunteered to take Cao Xupeng's place. He was handcuffed and brought into the school building as a hostage. After that, the kidnappers were killed and Cao Xupeng was saved. Dong Xuebing knew Secretary Cao had called him every time he was hospitalized. It is because he owes Dong Xuebing a favor.
I must seize this chance!
I must get this vote!
Dong Xuebing is about to call Secretary Cao to ask if he is at home.
"Eh, Brother Dong?" A boy's voice came from behind.
Dong Xuebing turned around and put down his phone. "Oh, it's you." It is Xiao Hua.
Xiao Hua looks at Dong Xuebing. "Why are you here? Are you here to give me a gift? "
"Go. Don't talk nonsense." Dong Xuebing gave Xiao Hua a stare. "I am here to meet a leader."
Xiao Hua is not angry. "Brother Dong, if you are done with your work, come over to my place. I had not touched the computer for a long time. Can you speak to my parents? I had promised them that I will not mess around, but they still do not allow me to go online. I will go crazy if this carries on."
Dong Xuebing laughed. "That's because you have a criminal record."
"I had really turned over a new leaf." Xiao Hua replied with a sad face.
Dong Xuebing's first mission in Yan Tai County was to investigate a hacking case. The hacker was Xiao Hua, and he had changed the Mayor's and Deputy Mayor's names on the County Government's website. Dong Xuebing had spent a lot of effort to catch him. But after some consideration, Dong Xuebing decided to let him off and did not report to the higher-ups. Xiao Hua's father is a leader in the County, and Dong Xuebing does not want to blow up the matter. He also wants to do Xiao Hua a favor.
That's right. This is also a favor!
And this was definitely not a small favor!
Dong Xuebing suddenly had an idea and pulled Xiao Hua aside. "Where is your father?"
Xiao Hua blinked. "You are looking for my dad? He went to have lunch with Uncle Cao and hasn't come back yet. "
"Secretary Cao of the County Party Committee?"
"Yes."
After the hacking case was closed, Xiao Hua's father had only called Dong Xuebing to thank him and did not meet him. Even when Dong Xuebing met him at the Party Committee meeting, they had not spoken. Dong Xuebing felt it's time to use this trump card, but he is not confident. He said. "Xiao Hua, I need you to help me. I want to treat your father to dinner tonight. Can you help me arrange it?" On second thought, she felt that it wasn't a good idea. She should contact him directly. "Forget it, I'll call your dad."
"Why are you looking for him?"
"You have everything. Go away."
"Hehe, I'm just asking. Who knows, I might be able to help you."
Dong Xuebing knocked Xiao Hua's head and walked out of the County's Party Committee quarters. At the same time, he started making calls to get all the committee members' votes.
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