9 am.
City Party Committee Family Quarters, Yang Mansion.
The smell of detergent permeates the air, and Dong Xuebing washed all the dishes.
After cooking, Dong Xuebing walked out of the kitchen and looked at Yang Zhaode, who was reading the newspaper on the sofa. Dong Xuebing's lips twitched but did not say anything. Dong Xuebing values his reputation more than anything else, and he really wants to help his old leader. Also, if Xu Yan can be transferred to Fen Zhou City to be the State Security Chief, she will be of great help to him. But … Dong Xuebing might need to give his mother some hints. They had been relying on each other for so many years, and Luan Xiaoping knows her son is looking for her.
Luan Xiaoping made an excuse and followed her son into the kitchen.
After closing the door, Luan Xiaoping looks at Dong Xuebing. "What is it?"
Dong Xuebing smiled and replied softly. "Mum, err … do you think it is inappropriate for me to ask Old Yang for help?"
Luan Xiaoping blinked. "What happened?"
Dong Xuebing replied. "Deputy Bureau Chief Xu, Xu Yan, I had told you about her. She had helped me a lot in the past, but her work is not going well. That's why she wants to come over to our City. Didn't Uncle Yang tell me earlier? The State Security Chief position is empty, and Chief Xu … "
Luan Xiaoping nodded. "She should repay her kindness."
"But should I tell Old Yang this?" Dong Xuebing is afraid it will be too abrupt.
"Err …" Luan Xiaoping thought for a while. "Then I will tell him. If he does not agree, I will give him a hard time."
"Ah … don't mind me." Dong Xuebing quickly said. "I will tell him myself. Don't worry about it."
Luan Xiaoping nodded. "Hurry up. Old Yang's sister and brother-in-law might be coming over in a while. They had called just now. Oh, they said they are here to visit, but they just want to meet us." Luan Xiaoping had met Old Yang's sister and brother-in-law once in the past. But at that time, they are still not together. This time, it is different. From what Old Yang said over the phone, Luan Xiaoping can tell they are officially 'family'. That's why Luan Xiaoping is nervous.
After leaving the living room, Yang Zhaode raised his head and smiled, "Xiaoping, do you want to eat out or stay at home for lunch?"
Luan Xiaoping replied. "I'll listen to you. Isn't your sister coming over?"
"Then let's eat at home. Make yourself at home." Yang Zhaode laughed and looked at Dong Xuebing. "Let's split the work. Your mother will wash the vegetables for lunch, and we will cook together."
Dong Xuebing laughed and nodded. He had agreed to cook, but since Old Yang's relatives are coming, Dong Xuebing can't cook for them. His cooking skills are not good enough.
After a while, Dong Xuebing sat on the sofa. "Uncle Yang … err … I need something."
Yang Zhaode shook the newspaper in his hand and placed it on the coffee table. "Huh?"
"It's like this." Dong Xuebing paused for a while. "You should know that I had worked in the State Security for some time, and I had received a call from an old leader. She knows our City's State Security Chief position is vacant, and she wants to come over. She said she can get in touch with the State Security, but the local government … if it's convenient, can you … err … if it's too troublesome, I don't mind. After all, it's across provinces."
Yang Zhaode paused for a while. "Oh …"
Yang Zhaode thought for about ten seconds and rubbed his brows. "It's not easy."
Crash! Luan Xiaoping, who was sitting beside Dong Xuebing, slammed her teacup on the table. She looks unhappy. Luan Xiaoping was afraid her son will not agree to their proposal. That's why she had been talking to her son about Old Yang for the past month. What's wrong? Now, my son is asking you for a favor, and you are talking to me like a bureaucrat? Luan Xiaoping also felt embarrassed. She knows her son seldom asks for help.
Yang Zhaode laughed. "I did not say I will not help. It's not easy."
Luan Xiaoping gave Dong Xuebing an angry look. "Aren't you the Head of the City's Organization Department? You can transfer people to other departments with just a word. What's so difficult about it? "
"Mum, it's not like that. The State Security is under the direct leadership of the City's State Security. Although it is a government department in name and receives orders from the Organization Department, the Provincial Government has more authority. Most of the time, it's the Provincial Government that makes the decision before going through the Local Government's procedures. That's why it's not easy for me to help Uncle Yang." Dong Xuebing did not mention that the Mayor and the City's Party Secretary are still in charge.
Luan Xiaoping's face brightened up, but she still said angrily. "I also don't know much about the government. If you really can't do it, then forget it." She and Old Yang are close, and she does not need to be as polite as her son.
Yang Zhaode smiled. "Alright. How can I not listen to our family's leader? Although it's not easy, this appointment is special, and the local government can really do something about it. Xiao Bing, are you qualified enough? What's your current position? "
His name is Xu Yan, and he is the Deputy Bureau Chief of Beijing Western District Branch Bureau. He is in his forties and had been a Deputy Division Chief for a few years. "Dong Xuebing quickly replied. Dong Xuebing told Dong Xuebing about Xu Yan and added. "Chief Xu is a veteran of State Security and had been working there all her life."
Yang Zhaode nodded. "I don't dare to guarantee anything, but I will try my best."
"Thank you, Uncle Yang. Thank you so much."
"Don't stand on ceremony with me. Haha … "
Luan Xiaoping smiled and poured a cup of hot tea for Yang Zhaode. "Have some water."
Yang Zhaode doted on Luan Xiaoping and is very concerned about Dong Xuebing. After taking a few sips of tea, he returned to his room and picked up the phone on the bedside table to make a call. This matter must be handled as soon as possible. Many people will be eyeing Dong Xuebing's position, and if he doesn't act fast, there will be no more chances. What Yang Zhaode needs to do now is to submit Xu Yan's nomination to the higher-ups and use his connections.
Outside.
Dong Xuebing sighed. "Mum, Old Yang treats you well."
Luan Xiaoping smiled. "How is this good to me? Old Yang and his wife, who passed away, had no children. He has been looking forward to having a son. Last night, he told me that Old Yang really likes you. He also said that young people nowadays should learn from you. They should be brave and take responsibility for their actions. "
"Eh? Old Yang really said this?"
"Do you think I will lie to you?"
Dong Xuebing is overjoyed. Old Yang has good taste.
Luan Xiaoping looked at her watch and suddenly said. "Old Yang's sister should be arriving soon. We don't have much food left. I will go and buy some."
"Don't." Dong Xuebing pulled her back. "You are the Minister's wife now. I will do this for you. Haha …"
"You only know how to talk nonsense. Hurry up and come back."
"Ok."
Dong Xuebing boarded his car and went to a Walmart supermarket on the east side of the city. He went to the fresh section and bought a week's supply of groceries. After returning to the Party Committee Quarters, Dong Xuebing alighted from the car and carried the bags of vegetables and meat from the backseat. He kicked the car door shut.
Suddenly, a familiar figure walks over.
"Eh? Isn't this Chief Dong?" A woman is standing at the entrance with a smile on her face.
Dong Xuebing smiled. "Ms. Su?"
Su Jia is the host of Yan Tai County's TV Station. She was the one who hosted the Lunar New Year Gala and had performed magic with Dong Xuebing. Although they had not met in private, they are considered old acquaintances. Dong Xuebing has a good impression of her. Err … Dong Xuebing has a good impression of women. From Su Jia's expression, she does not seem to be here to give gifts. If she does not have any gifts, why is she here? Dong Xuebing suddenly thought of a possibility. He had heard about Su Jia's background, and it seems to be true. Is she related to the City Government?
Su Jia saw Dong Xuebing carrying so many bags and thought he is here to give her gifts. This is a taboo topic, and they purposely did not mention it. If Su Jia had not entered the building and bumped into Dong Xuebing, she would not have called him over. It's embarrassing to bump into someone who is giving gifts, and the other party might have some thoughts about it.
But there's nothing Dong Xuebing can do.
Su Jia smiled. "It's not easy to meet Chief Dong. Can I have dinner with you tonight? I had wanted to get to know you. We had worked well together during the magic show."
Dong Xuebing also wants to know who she is. "Sure. It's my honor to have dinner with our County's beautiful host."
Su Jia laughed. "How am I considered a beauty? Hahaha. "
"You are too humble." Dong Xuebing put down his gifts and took out his phone. "Let's change numbers."
After exchanging numbers, Dong Xuebing carried his gifts into the building, and Su Jia followed behind him.
After chatting for a while, Su Jia said. "Chief Dong, I will go up first. I will call you tonight, and we can meet again. "
Dong Xuebing replied. He knew Su Jia is trying to avoid arousing suspicion.
He purposely paused to let Su Jia go up first. After a while, Dong Xuebing continued up the stairs.
Click … Dong Xuebing heard the door opening, and Su Jia called out. "Mom, Dad." After that, the door closed.
Dong Xuebing heard her voice coming from the third floor. Dong Xuebing blinked. Mom, Dad? Su Jia's parents are from the City's Party Committee? I have never heard of them. This young woman had hidden her identity well. Dong Xuebing shook his head and went up to the third floor. He pressed the doorbell.
Ding dong … ding dong …
With a creak, the door was opened.
Dong Xuebing was stunned when he saw the person who opened the door. "Huh?"
Su Jia was also stunned. "Huh? Chief Dong? Why are you … "She opened the door and let Dong Xuebing in. Are you here to give gifts to my uncle?
Dong Xuebing was puzzled. Why are you here at Old Yang's house?
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