Dong Xuebing spent the whole afternoon thinking about how to destroy Lui Dafa's authority in the Investment Promotion Agency.
Lui Dafa is a wall in front of Dong Xuebing. Dong Xuebing, who is not very smart in politics, can see through Lui Dafa's influence in the Agency. For example, Deputy Chief Sun Shuli, Pu Yang, Guo Junbao, and the rest of the branch heads, Business Section One and Section Two know that if Chief Dong does not topple Lui Dafa, he will not be able to carry out his duties. Even if Chief Dong manages to carry out his duties, he will leave an impression of incompetence in the Agency and the County's Leaders. At that time, his position will be unstable, and he will not be able to get any results.
Lui Dafa's decision to be a figurehead is ruthless.
But it is not enough to change the situation.
If Lui Dafa doesn't do anything, some people suspect Chief Dong will be taken over by Lui Dafa. With Chief Lui Dafa's experience, this is not impossible. The series of changes in the morning made many people sense the tension. Everyone could tell Lui Dafa and Chief Dong are going to go head-to-head.
But other than Office Director Luo Haiting, the rest of the leaders did not do anything. They are watching from the sidelines. Although Lui Dafa is not the County's No. 1, he has the support of Chen Tongbing and Party Secretary Xiang. Even though Mayor Xie is getting more influential, Yan Tai County is still under Party Secretary Xiang's control. Also, there are rumors that Chief Dong had offended Party Secretary Xiang, and he might not be able to hold the position for long. That's why many leaders chose to watch from the sidelines and wait for Dong Xuebing and Lui Dafa to decide.
If Dong Xuebing can beat Lui Dafa, then they will support Chief Dong. But if Dong Xuebing can't do anything to Lui Dafa, then they will wonder if this young Public Security Leader can take charge of the Investment Promotion Agency. How long can he last?
Undercurrents were surging, and a storm was coming.
On the first day after Lunar New Year, the Investment Promotion Agency is in a delicate situation.
Pu Yang, Guo Junbao, and the rest of the Directors did not return to the Foreign Affairs Office and stayed in the Investment Promotion Agency. This year's work arrangements are not finalized, and instead of returning now, they might as well not make this trip. Most importantly, they want to see how capable Chief Dong is and if he can win against Lui Dafa in terms of politics. Most of the staff in the Investment Promotion Agency are unhappy with Dong Xuebing's young age, and he is transferred over from the Public Security. This is also the reason why Dong Xuebing can't do his job well. His age and experience are all problems.
If a forty-year-old leader had been transferred over this time, the situation would definitely be very different. There was no need to ask.
That's why everyone's relationship with Chief Dong is different.
They only respect him on the surface, as many of them doubt his capabilities. Some even want to see Dong Xuebing make a fool of himself. They want to see how he is going to deal with Lui Dafa. Most of them do not think Chief Dong can win against Lui Dafa. In terms of combat power, dozens of people in the Investment Promotion Agency might not be able to win against Dong Xuebing. But it's different when it comes to politics. Politics and Public Security are two different things.
With the support of the higher-ups, it's not uncommon for a Deputy Bureau Chief to overpower the Bureau Chief.
That's why the political fight between Dong Xuebing and Lui Dafa will determine the direction of many things. Many people in the Investment Promotion Agency are watching them.
… …
Afternoon, 4 pm.
Dong Xuebing visited all the departments and felt the weird atmosphere in the Agency. After returning to his office, he frowned and brewed a cup of tea for himself. It seems he must be careful with his second move. If he does not do it well and did not harm Lui Dafa, he might be implicated and lose his reputation. This is something he does not want to see.
But Dong Xuebing is not afraid of challenges. He had never been afraid of anyone since young.
Dong Xuebing called Luo Haiting to his office.
"Sister Luo." Dong Xuebing needs a breakthrough, but he does not know much about the Investment Promotion Agency. That's why he asked Luo Haiting. "Can you tell me about the Agency's situation?"
Luo Haiting blinked and asked cautiously. "What do you want to know?"
Dong Xuebing laughed. "Anything is fine."
Luo Haiting knew Dong Xuebing is not really casual and felt Dong Xuebing wants to know about Lui Dafa. She also knows Chief Dong is facing some difficulties and said. "Let me talk about the leaders in the bureau first. Chief Sun is an expert in attracting investors and is very capable. He is not in the bureau most of the time and will be contacting investors. Chief Lui …" Luo Haiting lowered her voice. "He is very clean and does not have any problems with his lifestyle." Dong Xuebing nodded and said softly.
Dong Xuebing looks at Luo Haiting. "Haha … our government needs honest leaders."
Luo Haiting paused for a second. "Chief Lui should not have any financial problems."
This is what Dong Xuebing wanted to ask, and Luo Haiting understood what he meant. Dong Xuebing frowned.
Dong Xuebing frowned. Luo Haiting is the Office Director and is in charge of the Finance Department. Even if she needs Lui Dafa's approval in the past, she will still be in charge of the Finance Department. Since Luo Haiting said this, then Lui Dafa should not have any financial problems, at least not in the accounts. Luo Haiting is telling Dong Xuebing that it is impossible to get back at Lui Dafa. Even if Lui Dafa is really guilty of corruption, the Investment Promotion Agency's image will be tarnished if he is brought down.
He has no financial problems?
He has no problems with his lifestyle?
Dong Xuebing doesn't know what to do.
After chatting for a while, Luo Haiting said. "I will go back first." Dong Xuebing nodded.
"The brochure must be finalized today, and Mayor Zhao will be looking at it tomorrow morning. Make sure you keep an eye on it. If you can't finish it by the end of the day, you must work overtime."
"Ok. I will ask them to finish it as soon as possible."
"Make sure the new projects are in the front. Let me take a look at them after they are done."
"Yes." Just as Luo Haiting was about to leave, someone knocks on the door.
Luo Haiting opened the door and saw a man in his thirties with a protruding mouth and monkey cheeks. She had never seen this person before, but upon closer inspection, he looked somewhat familiar.
Dong Xuebing laughed. "Panwei! When did you arrive? "
Guo Panwei, who is wearing a coat, laughed. "I rushed over from Beijing after the paperwork. I just arrived in the afternoon."
Luo Haiting also knew who he was. She had seen Guo Panwei's resume.
Dong Xuebing, who was worried about having no helpers, saw his former subordinate. "Let me introduce. This is Guo Panwei, my former subordinate. His transfer order should be out this morning. From today onwards, he will be the Investment Promotion Agency's Deputy Office Director. Panwei, this is Luo Haiting, Director Luo. She will be your leader. You must cooperate with her in the future."
Guo Panwei quickly shakes Luo Haiting's hand. "Director Luo, please correct me if I do anything wrong in the future." Luo Haiting laughed.
"Don't be so polite. The workload in the office is heavy, and I still hope you can help me. I had been waiting for you to join me."
Dong Xuebing could sense Luo Haiting's wariness in her tone. She can't be blamed for thinking this way. Dong Xuebing had transferred a helper from his previous department the moment he took over, and he must trust him a lot. He is also Chief Dong's confidant, and he is now in this position. Who knows if Chief Dong has other thoughts? Did she have any intention of letting Guo Panwei take over Luo Haiting's position? This is also the reason why Luo Haiting had approached Dong Xuebing from the start. She does not want her position to be in an awkward position.
Dong Xuebing does not want Luo Haiting to have other thoughts. He laughed. "Director Luo, Panwei will be in charge of my office in the future. You are his senior, and you must give him some pointers."
Be in charge of the Chief's office?
Isn't that a secretary?
When Luo Haiting heard this, she looks at Guo Panwei warmly. So, Chief Dong had transferred Guo Panwei over to be his secretary. This means his position in the office is just a temporary position, and he does not have any authority. Seems like Chief Dong does not want to replace her. Luo Haiting was relieved.
Guo Panwei was overjoyed when he heard this.
Deputy Chief? Guo Panwei had a headache when he heard this title. He had been a Deputy Chief of the General Affairs Office for a year, and he had a lot of work to do. He does not have much authority and still had to take orders from the leaders. He does not want to be a Deputy Chief of the General Affairs Office anymore. But being a secretary is different. This position is special, and Guo Panwei also wants to be Dong Xuebing's secretary. This position is much better than being a Deputy Chief with no authority.
Dong Xuebing knew Guo Panwei is not the best candidate to be Dong Xuebing's secretary.
This is Guo Panwei's first time in Yan Tai County, and he had not even interacted with the County's department leaders. He might have problems communicating with Dong Xuebing. But Dong Xuebing had no choice but to choose Panwei. Firstly, he does not have the right person in the office. Secondly, Lui Dafa has deep connections in the bureau, and Dong Xuebing does not know if the secretary he randomly found is trustworthy. Rather than this, Dong Xuebing might as well let Panwei follow him. At least he will be loyal to Dong Xuebing, and it will be hard for him to carry out his work. Let him get used to it slowly. Everything needs a process.
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