The Ximen County government submitted the candidate for the director of the County Public Security Bureau to the National People's Congress and nominated Lu Ming, the deputy director of the County Public Security Bureau, who was in charge of criminal investigation, to be the director of the County Public Security Bureau. Later, the Standing Committee of the County People's Congress held a meeting and approved the appointment of Lu Ming. Lu Ming, the deputy director of the County Public Security Bureau, was appointed as the director of the County Public Security Bureau. The result was not surprising. The appointment at the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress was nothing more than a formality. What really surprised people was that when the county government submitted the nomination of Lu Ming to the National People's Congress, it was already a big surprise.
The county's nomination was the same as the city's Public Security Bureau's recommendation, so Lu Ming's appointment as the county's bureau chief was quickly confirmed. Li Shaotong couldn't understand why things had turned out this way, and neither could Han Dong. He had been waiting for Lu Ming to fall from the sky, but when he found out that the county's nominee was Lu Ming, he lost his focus and tripped over a chair, falling to the ground. The glass in his hand was broken, and the glass shards on the ground pierced the corner of his eye. He had to go to the hospital to get a few stitches, and half of his eye was covered with white gauze. When the people in the entertainment center saw Han Dong's appearance, they laughed in private and said that Han Dong had peeked at the girls in the entertainment center bathing and that he had a pinhole in his eye. He didn't dare to let anyone see it, so he pretended to be injured and bandaged his eye.
Fortunately, Han Dong didn't hear such a rumor. Otherwise, he, who was worried about Lu Ming becoming the director of the County Public Security Bureau, might have vomited blood on the spot.
Now that Lu Ming had become the bureau chief, Han Dong was filled with mixed feelings when he saw his subordinate, whom he had always disliked, sitting in the position that once belonged to him. He had mixed feelings. In the luxurious office in the entertainment city that belonged to him as the honorary consultant, Han Dong had asked Li Shaotong why things had turned out this way. Li Shaotong himself was also confused. He didn't know how such a situation had happened. The county had nominated Lu Ming to be the bureau chief, and it was Wang Dongchen who had tacitly agreed. Wang Dongchen didn't directly name Lu Ming, but he had righteously said that the county should follow the decision of the higher-ups and respect the suggestions of the higher-ups. Since the secretary of the county had already said so, what else could the others say? Li Zheng originally wanted to nominate another deputy director, Xie Yong, but when Wang Dongchen said so, Li Zheng could only reluctantly give up.
This time, Li Shaotong really couldn't see through Wang Dongchen's decision. That day, when he went to Wang Dongchen's office to fan the flames, he could still see that Wang Dongchen was already on guard against Chen Xing. It was easy to imagine what would happen to Lu Ming, who was close to Chen Xing. Unexpectedly, the mountain road was full of twists and turns, and in the end, Lu Ming still got what he wanted. Li Shaotong was very suspicious. What was Wang Dongchen thinking? After working with Wang Dongchen for a few years, Li Shaotong absolutely didn't believe that Wang Dongchen would be so broad-minded.
In the quiet teahouse, green cloud bamboos were placed on the wooden shelf in the corner of the private room. The fresh and rich green aura decorated the entire private room. The exquisite mahogany tables and chairs matched the decoration of the whole private room, and it was full of antique flavor, which was pleasing to the eye. Lu Ming and Fang Xiao sat in the private room, and the light and cheerful laughter rang out from time to time.
Lu Ming looked at the time from time to time, and then looked out of the door. Obviously, he was waiting for someone. At this moment, there was no impatience on Lu Ming's face. Instead, his face was filled with joy and a smile. His spirit seemed to have risen to a new level.
Today, Lu Ming was in high spirits because his appointment was officially approved at the Standing Committee meeting of the National People's Congress, which made Lu Ming's hanging heart finally fall to the ground. When the county just nominated him to be the director of the County Public Security Bureau, Lu Ming was happy because he knew that his position was basically settled, but at that time, Lu Ming didn't dare to be really happy.
These days, Lu Ming had been suppressing his inner excitement. Before the appointment was officially approved, Lu Ming didn't dare to really express his inner joy. Even though he knew that the last hurdle was just a formality, Lu Ming still acted like he was facing a formidable enemy. He was afraid that something unexpected would happen at the last moment. Although this possibility was very small, Lu Ming was still a little nervous. Until this morning, his appointment was officially approved at the meeting of the National People's Congress. Lu Ming also received the red appointment certificate from Wang Dongchen, the secretary of the County Party Committee and the director of the County People's Congress. Only then did Lu Ming really feel relieved.
"Bureau, I think you'd better not look at the time. Since County Chen said he would come, he will definitely come." Fang Xiao glanced at Lu Ming and shook his head with a smile. "Look at you, you don't have the demeanor of a new director of the Public Security Bureau at all.
"County Chen, don't make fun of me. Even if I wanted to show my authority, I wouldn't dare to show it in front of you." Lu Ming smiled and moved his ears slightly. Lu Ming heard light footsteps outside the door. Lu Ming immediately looked at the door. "Maybe it's County Chen." As Lu Ming spoke, he stood up and walked to the door.
"Bureau, do you have clairvoyance and hearing? He hasn't even arrived yet, and you already know …" Fang Xiao joked with Lu Ming, but stopped abruptly. It was Chen Xing who pushed the door open and came in. Seeing Chen Xing, Fang Xiao also stood up with a smile. "I have no choice but to admire the Bureau."
"County Chen, you're finally here." Lu Ming strode to the door and held the door frame for Chen Xing. "If you didn't come, I would have to drive to the county government to pick you up."
"I don't dare to let our Chief Lu drive to pick me up." Chen Xing walked in with a smile. He nodded at Fang Xiao and apologized, "Sorry, I'm a little late and kept you waiting."
"It's okay. The Bureau and I just arrived." Fang Xiao smiled and waved his hand. Lu Ming, who was behind him, had caught up in time and pulled out a chair for Chen Xing.
They sat down again. The atmosphere in the private room was a little subtle. Chen Xing looked at Lu Ming and Fang Xiao. Today, the three of them could sit here together, which was completely different from before. There were some words that didn't need to be said. It was enough for everyone to know it in their hearts. From now on, the three of them would be twisted like a rope, advancing and retreating together. And Chen Xing finally had his own "group" in Xi Men. Judging from the intentional or unintentional seating arrangement today, among the three of them, Chen Xing seemed to be the leader. Chen Xing came over just now and saw that the main seat was empty. Lu Ming pulled out a chair for him, and Chen Xing sat down without hesitation. Sometimes, there was no need to be polite.
"County Chen, I can get what I want this time. I won't say anything unnecessary. I've said so many words of gratitude these days. I'm sure County Chen's ears have become calluses. From now on, if County Chen has any orders, just tell me. Even if I have to go through water and tread on fire, I won't refuse." Lu Ming looked at Chen Xing and patted his chest. In front of Chen Xing, Lu Ming said these words. At this moment, his righteous and forthright character, as well as the brotherhood in Jianghu, were vividly reflected.
Chen Xing nodded in his heart. Lu Ming's attitude was exactly what he wanted. Having spent a lot of effort on Lu Ming, Chen Xing didn't want his investment to be worthless. Thinking of this, Chen Xing smiled and said, "I've indeed become calluses after listening to your words of gratitude these days. On the way here, I said to myself," If Lu Ming keeps saying thanks to me, I'll criticize him. "
Chen Xing's relaxed and joking tone made the atmosphere more casual. Fang Xiao also joined the conversation between Chen Xing and Lu Ming. Fang Xiao and Chen Xing had a tacit understanding about some things. Fang Xiao admired Chen Xing from the bottom of his heart. He had heard that Lee Zheng had nominated Xie Yong. As for Secretary Wang of the County Party Committee, Fang Xiao also seemed to have his own candidate. Fang Xiao didn't know how Chen Xing had helped Lu Ming to fight his way out and successfully become an official. However, based on Chen Xing's ability to devise strategies in secret, Fang Xiao was more convinced of Chen Xing.
Moreover, he valued Chen Xing's youth and vigor. It wasn't that Lee Zheng hadn't tried to rope him in. It was when Chang Yong, the County Head, had just been investigated by the Commission for Discipline Inspection. It was also the most difficult period of Fang Xiao's life. Fang Xiao had rejected Lee Zheng's invitation, which led to Fang Xiao being ostracized everywhere in the county government. Especially after Lee Zheng took charge of the county government, even his subordinates dared to talk back to him. Fang Xiao was betting on Chen Xing. It was a gamble for his future.
Two days after Rong Peng's accident, Xie Yong was still arrogant. But now, Xie Yong was really cowardly. Seeing his cowardly appearance, I felt so happy. Lu Ming said happily. Xie Yong always went to Lee Zheng's office. Lu Ming couldn't stand Lee Zheng's hypocrisy. He didn't like Lee Zheng's character, so he didn't go to Lee Zheng's office. From his character, I could see the reason why Xie Yong and Fang Xiao could work together. Birds of a feather flock together. This saying couldn't be more reasonable.
You've just taken office. Don't let people think that you've become complacent and forget yourself. Chen Xing glanced at Lu Ming and reminded him.
County Chen, you don't have to worry. I'll only say that in front of you and County Head Fang. In front of other people, I know how to behave. Lu Ming smiled.
Chen Xing nodded and didn't say anything else. Lu Ming had been working hard for a long time. Even if he was slow, he should know how to talk and do things in the officialdom.
County Chen, we haven't really had dinner together since you came to Xi Men, right? I'll treat you and County Head Fang to dinner tonight. I wonder if County Chen is free tonight? Lu Ming poured a cup of tea for Chen Xing and looked at Chen Xing inquiringly.
It's almost evening now. We'll go to dinner after tea. Chen Xing took a look at the time and agreed without hesitation.
They sat for about half an hour. It was already past five o 'clock in the afternoon. They smiled and prepared to go for dinner. At this time, Chen Xing unexpectedly received a call from Zhong Ling. Zhong Ling's call made Chen Xing slightly stunned. He glanced at Lu Ming and Fang Xiao and motioned them to sit down.
Zhong Ling, is what you said true? Are you still in Yang Cheng? There was a trace of surprise in Chen Xing's voice. The call was from Zhong Ling. What she said slightly surprised Chen Xing.
Chen Xing, I'm still in Yang Cheng. I have to deal with some personal affairs. Just now, my assistant called me. I asked her to report the case to the Public Security Bureau. After thinking about it, I think it's more appropriate to call you. She's a girl in Xi Men. I'm worried that something might happen to her. If possible, I hope you can take care of her.
Is your assistant in the Public Security Bureau now? Well, I'm in a teahouse in the county with the leader of the Public Security Bureau. Ask your assistant to come to me. I'll ask her about the specific situation. What do you think?
Okay, I'll ask her to come over now. Zhong Ling replied on the other end of the phone.
Chen Xing hung up the phone. Lu Ming, who felt strange when he heard Chen Xing mention the Public Security Bureau, couldn't wait to ask, "County Chen, what happened?
The person who called me just now was Zhong Ling, the general manager of the Zhao Group in Hong Kong. She and I are friends. Last time, our county held an investment banquet, and she also attended it. She intends to invest in our Xi Men. Just now, she called and said that the assistant she left in Xi Men was kidnapped by several masked men. Fortunately, it was a scare but not a real accident. " Chen Xing briefly explained the matter. He didn't hear Zhong Ling explain it clearly on the phone. He had to wait for Zhong Ling's assistant to come over to understand the specific situation.
"Bureau, County Fang, I'll have to trouble you to wait for me." Chen Xing said with a smile, "I've learned that the Zhao Group is also a very powerful group. This time they came to our Xi Men, we should strive to let them stay and invest in our Xi Men. We can't ignore the incident of Manager Zhong's assistant. If we don't handle it well, it is likely to affect their view of our Xi Men."
"Yes, what County Chen said makes sense. Now our Xi Men is at a critical moment of development. Attracting investment is related to the overall development of our Xi Men. Creating a good investment environment is the responsibility of our government. Even if Manager Zhong is not your friend, we should take it seriously since she has already called." Fang Xiao nodded in agreement.
They waited for eight or nine minutes, and Zhong Ling's assistant had arrived. The Xi Men County was not large. The assistant asked for the address, took a taxi, and arrived at the teahouse in a few minutes.
The young female assistant stood at the door. Chen Xing recognized her at a glance. That night at the banquet, she stood beside Zhong Ling. Chen Xing was no stranger to her. At this time, she was still wearing a clean and capable work suit as she was that night. Her beautiful body curve and the tailored skirt fit together perfectly, which made people's eyes light up.
Nodding to her, Chen Xing smiled and stood up. Remembering that Zhong Ling called her Assistant Liu, Chen Xing said with a smile, "Assistant Liu, please sit down."
"You must be County Head Chen." The woman nodded back with a smile. "My name is Liu Yan, Manager Zhong's assistant."
"I know you. Last time I chatted with Manager Zhong for a while, I saw you." Chen Xing smiled and looked at her with concern. "Just now, Manager Zhong called and said that you were kidnapped by several masked men. Are you all right?"
"Do I look like I'm all right, County Head Chen?" Liu Yan smiled and spread out her hands. Her smile was a little helpless. "They didn't hurt me, but they threatened me to leave Xi Men. They said that if I didn't leave, they wouldn't let me off so easily next time."
"Really?" Chen Xing was still surprised when he heard it from Zhong Ling in advance. He pointed to Lu Ming next to him and said, "This is Director Lu of the County Public Security Bureau. Tell him in detail what happened to you just now, and Director Lu will take care of it in person."
"In fact, the general situation is not much different from what I told Manager Zhong. If you ask me about the specific situation, even I am confused." Liu Yan smiled wryly and personally recounted what had just happened. Just now, when I returned to the hotel, not long after I entered my room, someone knocked on the door. At that time, I didn't think much of it and just went to open the door. I didn't expect that a few masked people would suddenly rush in and lock the door. Then, they threatened me, telling me to get out of the Xi Men as soon as possible. If they still saw me in the Xi Men after a few days, they would take my life. At that time, I was dumbfounded. My mind was in a mess and I didn't know what else to think.
"Masked men?" Lu Ming frowned in confusion. He glanced at Liu Yan and said, "Assistant Liu, let me ask you something that I shouldn't ask. Did you offend anyone in Xi Men these days?" "Or did you have any enemies before?"
"Director Lu, look at your question. In addition to staying in the hotel, I came out to investigate the market potential of Xi Men these days. I didn't have any contact with anyone at all. If I had any enemies, it would be the staff of the hotel and the receptionists of your county government. How could I offend anyone?" Liu Yan shook his head with a smile. Liu Yan shook his head with a smile. As for you asking me if I have any enemies in the past, that's even more unreliable. I work in the company, how could I have any enemies? Even if I did, it's impossible for them to chase me all the way from Yangcheng City to Xi Men. Moreover, they asked me to leave Xi Men. No matter how I look at it, they don't seem like my enemies. Just now, when I calmed down and thought about it, I thought of a possibility, but I don't know if I should say it or not.
"Assistant Liu, if you have anything to say, just say it. I and Manager Zhong are good friends. Manager Zhong is not in Xi Men now, so Assistant Liu is our friend. Don't regard me as an outsider." Chen Xing said with a smile.
"Well, since Chief County Chen said so, I will tell you the truth. Our company has bid for the No. 8 plot in Xi Men County. I suspect that it is a malicious competition of other companies. They want to force other companies to give up bidding by bad means." Liu Yan told the truth. This was also a possibility that she had thought about after calming down.
"Assistant Liu, can you recognize the accent of the masked men who threatened you just now?" Lu Ming and Chen Xing looked at each other and asked.
I've been staying in your Xi Men for a few days and have interacted with some of your Xi Men's locals. If I'm not mistaken, those masked men's accents are definitely your Xi Men's locals. Their Mandarin accent is similar to yours. Liu Yan thought for a moment and said seriously.
People in every place will have their own local accent more or less. As long as you listen to it, you can basically recognize it. At this moment, even Lu Ming had no doubt about Liu Yan's words. However, Liu Yan just came to Xi Men for a few days and didn't offend any local people. Even if Liu Yan had offended them, it was unlikely for them to come to Xi Men with masked men to threaten them. After talking with Liu Yan for a while, Lu Ming also believed the possibility of what Liu Yan said.
What I just said was just my own guess. This time, there were a lot of companies coming to Xi Men. As far as I know, there were several powerful companies bidding for the 8th plot. I don't know if the staff of other companies in Xi Men also encountered the same situation as me. If there is, then unfortunately, I can only say that my guess just now is definitely not wrong.
Chen Xing and Fang Xiao glanced at each other. If what Liu Yan said was true, then it would be an extremely vicious and unfair business competition. Not only would it affect the bidding results of the land auction, but it would also affect the overall situation of the Xi Men's investment. For many companies, this was the first time they had received an invitation to the Xi Men, and they had encountered such a thing the moment they arrived. One could imagine what kind of impression they would have of the Xi Men. The hat of poor public security would definitely be pinned on the Xi Men's head, which would seriously affect their investment. At this moment, Chen Xing's expression was extremely solemn.
"Well, it's quite late now. Assistant Liu, you must have not had dinner yet. We were just about to have dinner. I think Assistant Liu hasn't had dinner yet, either. How about going together?" Seeing that the atmosphere was a little quiet, Chen Xing smiled and said, "If you have anything to say, let's talk about it later while eating."
Seeing that Liu Yan was about to refuse, Chen Xing smiled and said, "Assistant Liu, your General Manager Zhong and I are friends. You don't need to treat me as an outsider. You were frightened today, and we helped you to calm down tonight."
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