At the end of October, the Standing Committee of the People's Congress of Xi Men County held a meeting and officially appointed Chen Xing as the head of the People's Government of Xi Men County. Chen Xing's title of "Deputy" was removed and he was completely appointed as the official. All this was just a matter of course.
After the People's Congress meeting, Chen Xing just returned to his office when Zhang Hai came over. As soon as he entered, Zhang Hai congratulated him humbly and flatteringly. Chen Xing glanced at him, nodded slightly, and motioned for Zhang Hai to sit down. Chen Xing sneered in his heart. Recently, Zhang Hai came to report to him diligently. In fact, the national tax system was a vertical management department, which kept in touch with the local government and the finance bureau. The county state taxation bureau was under the direct leadership of the municipal state taxation bureau. However, Zhang Hai actively came to report to him. His purpose was naturally self-evident. Chen Xing really disliked people like Zhang Hai.
Wang Ting had secretly provided a lot of economic contacts between Wu An and Li Zhongmin. Now these evidences were in the hands of Chen Xing. Chen Xing did not take action immediately. Instead, he was thinking about how to maximize his purpose. After all, Li Zhongmin was a deputy director level cadre. It was not so easy to touch him. Chen Xing did not take action rashly. In particular, it was not convenient for him to use the power of Zhou Mingfang for this kind of thing. With Zhou Mingfang's shrewdness and experience, how could he not see that Chen Xing was jealous of Zhang Hai?
After chatting with Zhang Hai symbolically for a while and saying some comforting words to him, Chen Xing sent him away. If not for the fact that Zhang Hai still had some value, Chen Xing wouldn't have bothered with him at all.
Having just been promoted, Chen Xing prepared to make a trip to the provincial capital. He definitely had to pay a visit to his old leader, Zhou Mingfang. His current status and achievements were all due to Zhou Mingfang's nurturing and guidance. Of course, the Zhang Family was also his benefactor. If not for the Zhang Family, he would not have received Zhou Mingfang's attention and eventually be placed in an important position by Zhou Mingfang. It was not that Chen Xing did not feel any gratitude towards the Zhang Family. However, the Zhang Family was a prestigious family that he could not reach even if he wanted to. What he needed to do now was to stick closely to Zhou Mingfang, his benefactor. As for whether he would have a deeper relationship with the Zhang Family in the future, Chen Xing dared not be sure. He did not know whether Zhang Ningning, the proud daughter of the Heavens, would fall for him. Chen Xing was not too sure, but at least he could be sure that Zhang Ningning did not dislike him and even had a slight favorable impression of him. However, as a prestigious family like the Zhang Family, who knew if they would look up to a commoner like him.
When Chen Xing arrived in Hai City, it was inevitable for him to go home. Although it was only a natural step from acting magistrate to magistrate, it was not a big surprise, but his father, Chen Shuiping, and mother, Zou Fang, were still very happy. For parents, the happiest thing was that their son had a promising future. Now that Chen Xing had become a magistrate at such a young age, it was no wonder that they were happy. Chen Shuiping often talked about this with his wife, Zou Fang. Every time he talked about this, Zou Fang inevitably scolded him with a smile, but she was also very happy. Fortunately, Chen Shuiping was only so happy at home. When he was outside, although Chen Shuiping was proud of his son's promising future, he would not speak without thinking, nor would he put on a look of arrogance. This was because of Chen Shuiping's good upbringing. "Chen Xing, now that you have a successful career, it's time to consider marriage.
Chen Xing, now that you're successful in your career, it's time for you to consider marriage. A man is thirty years old. Look, you're going to be thirty years old in a few months' time. Even in the city, you're considered an old unmarried man. Look at the children of your uncles, those who are a few years younger than you are already married and their children are already old enough to run away. "Chen Xing thought. Zou Fang took Chen Xing's hand and sat down. "Don't tell me that you are in a hurry to leave today. I want to have a good talk with you and set a date. Otherwise, when can I hold a grandson? I still hope that when you have a child, I can retire and stay at home to take care of the child for you."
"Mom, I am not in a hurry to leave. I really have something to do. I want to go to the provincial capital to visit Secretary Zhou. Think about it, on this day, we have to go to the provincial capital to thank Secretary Zhou. I have today's achievements because of Secretary Zhou's help. Don't forget the person who dug the well when you drink water. We can't forget our roots, right?" Chen Xing smiled bitterly. As soon as he heard that his mother wanted to talk about marriage with him, he was ready to run away. He did not expect that his mother would stop him, so he had to say righteously that he had business to attend to.
"Really? You are going to the provincial capital today?" Zou Fang was a little suspicious. Every time they talked about marriage, her son always had something urgent to do and then left in a hurry. After a few times, how could Zou Fang not know that this brat was looking for an excuse to run away? At this moment, when Chen Xing said this, it was no wonder that she did not believe him.
"Of course it's true. I am going to the provincial capital today. I thought that since I passed by Hai City, I had to go home to see you. Mom, in all honesty, this time I am not lying to you." Chen Xing raised his hand as though he was making a promise. Soon after, he diligently massaged his mother's shoulders. "Mom, I know my own matters. There's no need to be anxious. It's not easy for me to find someone who flies in the sky, but it's easy for me to find someone who walks on the ground. Don't worry about your son not finding a wife."
"Brat, what are you talking about?" Zou Fang scolded him with a smile and patted Chen Xing's hand. "Do you think finding a wife is as easy as picking cabbages? I think you just don't want to listen to this old woman's nagging. Even if there is nothing urgent, you can't wait to leave." "Chen Xing, it is not that I want to nag you, but you are really not young anymore. Marriage has to be put on the agenda. Your father and I have already held a family meeting to discuss it and passed the relevant resolution. Before the end of this year, you must bring a partner home and get married by next year at the latest. This is a political task assigned to you by our family organization committee. You must pay great attention to it."
"Mom, can I protest …" Chen Xing's face was dull. "Even the family committee has come out."
"Chen Xing, no matter what your identity and position is outside, at home, the family committee is above everything else. You must unconditionally carry out the decision made by it, without any protest." Zou Fang looked serious and her eyes were full of smiles. "This is the party organization of our family. Do you dare to disobey the decision of the organization?"
"Okay, okay, I will obey, but I really have to go out now, or it will be late to the provincial capital again." In the face of the pressure of the family internal affairs, Chen Xing could only choose to compromise … It was better to escape first.
"Well, Fang, don't force him. Chen Xing is going to visit Secretary Zhou, which is an important matter. Don't waste his time." Seeing that his wife had said what she should say, Chen Shuiping couldn't help but smile and play the good cop.
"Dad is so wise. Then I will leave first. Call me if you need anything." Chen Xing left home as if he was escaping, which made Chen Shuiping and Zou Fang laugh and shake their heads behind him.
When Chen Xing left home, he didn't go to the provincial capital immediately. Instead, he asked Yang Zhen, the Deputy Director of the Municipal Bureau, out for a chat. The two met at the fixed old teahouse. Yang Zhen mentioned that the Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee of Jian 'an City, Zhang Mingde, would be appointed as the Organization Minister of the Municipal Party Committee and said with a smile, "I heard that a cadre would be appointed from the provincial capital, but I didn't expect that Secretary Zhang would win unexpectedly. It was really a surprise."
"That's right. I thought that the candidate for the Organization Minister would be appointed by the higher-ups. Who would have thought that there would be a change in the end? It's true that the appointment of personnel can't be decided until the last moment." Chen Xing nodded in agreement. At that time, the inside information he got from the Organization Department of the Provincial Party Committee had basically sentenced Zhang Mingde to death. It was said that the first candidate was the Executive Deputy Director of the Organization Department of the Municipal Party Committee of Jiang City. Zhang Mingde didn't have much hope. At that time, he told the news to Zhang Mingde immediately. He didn't say it directly, but Zhang Mingde understood the gist of it. He hinted that the local government shouldn't have too much hope. Although Zhang Mingde was disappointed at that time, he still thanked him. After all, he helped Zhou Mingde mention it.
"Now, Secretary Zhang will be the Organization Minister. We may not get any benefits, but at least there won't be any disadvantages." Yang Zhen said with a smile. Zhang Mingde met Chen Xing through him. For this reason, Zhang Mingde had to do him a favor. Naturally, Yang Zhen was in a good mood. The Organization Department was in charge of the official hats. It wouldn't be bad to have a good relationship with Zhang Mingde, the new Organization Minister.
"Let's find time to visit Secretary Zhang together." Chen Xing said with a smile. Zhang Mingde's appointment was made two days ago. These days, he was busy with the handover of work. It was not convenient to disturb him at this time. At today's Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, he removed the word "Deputy" from his title. Zhang Mingde also specially called to congratulate him. Chen Xing knew that Zhang Mingde remembered his favor. With this relationship, Zhang Mingde being the Organization Minister was undoubtedly very beneficial to him. There would be one more person in the city who could speak for him. These were all valuable connections.
Yang Zhen nodded. Thinking that Chen Xing didn't do anything about the case of Wu An, he couldn't help but ask, "County Chen, are you going to let go of the case of Wu An or what?
It's not that easy. " Chen Xing snorted slightly. Today, he came to see Yang Zhen mainly for this matter. Turning his head to look at Yang Zhen, Chen Xing said seriously, "Director Yang, if we file a case against Wu An, can you do it?
It's not impossible to file a case against him, but I'm afraid that there will be a lot of resistance in the bureau. This is secondary. The key is whether we can find other strong evidence quickly. To be honest, it's difficult to bring Wu An to justice with the attempted rape. " Yang Zhen furrowed his brows. His relationship with Chen Xing was getting tighter and tighter. He also put in a lot of effort to handle Chen Xing's case. The main reason was that Wu An wasn't an ordinary person. He was rich, powerful, and had a wide range of connections in the officialdom. It wouldn't be easy to catch him. Yang Zhen also felt that this was a thorny problem.
Director Yang, you don't have to worry about this. Go ahead and investigate Wu An. Then, use this as an excuse to investigate Jin Yuan Real Estate Company. The bigger the better, the better. At that time, you won't be the one who will have a headache. " Chen Xing smiled slyly.
The bigger the better? Yang Zhen pondered over the meaning of Chen Xing's words. Did County Chen have a brilliant plan?
Chen Xing smiled. He had evidence of Wu An and Li Zhongmin's improper financial dealings. If this evidence was directly released, it would be enough to cause an earthquake in Hai City's officialdom. However, he wasn't stupid enough to do so. If someone found out that he was the one behind it, then even if he had Zhou Mingfang's support, it would be difficult for him to continue in the system. Between Wu An and Li Zhongmin, there was no doubt that choosing Wu An as the breakthrough point was the wisest choice. Then, they would follow the clues and find out that Li Zhongmin was involved in this case. In this way, everyone would feel that it was reasonable. The reason why he wanted Yang Zhen to make the matter as big as possible was to attract the attention of the higher-ups. At the same time, it was also a way to divert the pressure from Yang Zhen.
Seeing that Chen Xing was smiling without saying a word, but there was an inexplicable confidence on his face, Yang Zhen also figured out something. County Chen was sure that there was something fishy going on with Jinyuan Real Estate Company.
Jinyuan Real Estate and Li Zhongmin had financial dealings. As long as Director Yang made the first move, Director Yang wouldn't be able to intervene in the subsequent matters even if he wanted to. Chen Xing smiled faintly. In his heart, he was still very confident about this. Li Zhongmin and Mayor Zhao Yiping were very close. Mayor Zhao Yiping and Municipal Party Committee Secretary Huang Kunming, the two top leaders of Haicheng City's politics and government, had been secretly competing with each other. Behind Zhao Yiping was Ge Jian-ming, the Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and the Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee of Jiangcheng City. He was a powerful figure who ranked at the top of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee. Zhao Yiping also had a domineering and unreasonable personality.
When Chen Xing had been by Zhou Mingfang's side, he knew many things very well. Back then, only Zhou Mingfang, who had been operating in Haicheng City for a few years, dared to ruthlessly knock away Zhao Yiping's claws. However, at that time, Ge Jian-ming was about to be transferred to the Provincial Capital. He did not lower himself to the same level as Zhao Yiping. He still had to worry about Ge Jian-ming, who was backing Zhao Yiping.
Although Huang Kunming was also the Secretary of Haicheng City's Municipal Party Committee, his status in Haicheng could not be compared to Zhou Mingfang's. Not to mention that Zhou Mingfang had single-handedly created a miracle of Haicheng City's economic development. Before Zhao Yiping's arrival, Zhou Mingfang had been operating in Haicheng for a few years. This was something that Huang Kunming could not compare to. Not to mention that Zhou Mingfang had made an exception to be appointed to the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee because of his brilliant political achievements in Haicheng. That was an iron-clad deputy provincial cadre. However, Haicheng's political status could not be compared to that of Jiang City, the provincial capital. It seemed impossible for the Secretary of Haicheng City's Municipal Party Committee to be concurrently a member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee. At the very least, there were no clues that Huang Kunming would also be concurrently a member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee.
It was precisely because Huang Kunming was not concurrently a member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee that Zhao Yiping's arrogance became even more arrogant. When Zhou Mingfang was around, she even dared to make a move, let alone Huang Kunming, who was much weaker than Zhou Mingfang. If someone were to observe carefully, it would be easy to see that Haicheng City's TV station reported that Mayor Zhao Yiping and Municipal Party Committee Secretary Huang Kunming were around the same time. There was a reason for this, and it fully demonstrated the strength and status of Zhao Yiping today. Huang Kunming seemed to be on the defensive at the moment, but if an artillery shell was sent to Huang Kunming, Huang Kunming would definitely seize it and then give Zhao Yiping a ruthless blow. Therefore, Chen Xing was confident that once the matter was blown up, it would attract Huang Kunming's attention. With Huang Kunming's political sense, how could he not realize that this was a good opportunity?
"I'm afraid that if I fire the first shot, I will lose my life later." Yang Zhen expressed his worry in his heart. He did not expect that Li Zhongmin would be involved. Of course, he did not say this directly. Although he could not guess that Chen Xing wanted to make Huang Kunming, the secretary of the Municipal Party Committee, take action, based on his intuition, he could also feel that once Li Zhongmin was also exposed, the impact caused would not be something that he, as a Deputy Director, could bear. Only if Huang Ping, the boss of the Municipal Bureau, came forward would he be qualified to bear the responsibility.
Chen Xing did not speak. How could he not see Yang Zhen's worry? However, it was normal for him to have this kind of worry. When the immortals fight, the little devils suffer. It was very likely that Yang Zhen would be punished because of this matter. Even if Li Zhongmin really went to jail, Zhao Yiping, who had been severely slapped in the face, might also vent his anger on Yang Zhen.
However, in this world, there were always advantages and disadvantages for no reason. At this time, it was up to one's courage and choice. If Yang Zhen dared to fire the first shot, even if he indirectly offended Zhao Yiping, he might be able to get close to Huang Kunming, the secretary of the Municipal Party Committee. With Huang Kunming's protection, Zhao Yiping might not be able to do anything. This was to make a choice between the pros and cons, and it was also a time to test Yang Zhen's courage. Chen Xing gave the other party a difficult problem, but in fact, for Yang Zhen, it was very likely that it was also an opportunity. At this time, Chen Xing did not say anything. He was waiting for Yang Zhen to make his own decision. He could not force Yang Zhen to fight for him. However, if Yang Zhen refused, there was no doubt that the relationship between them would end here.
Yang Zhen was also calculating the pros and cons. Looking at Chen Xing, who was full of confidence, Yang Zhen did not know where his courage came from. He made up his mind and decided to fight with County Chen.
Both of their gazes met for a brief moment before shifting their gazes away tacitly. Without a doubt, after this incident, the relationship between the two of them had become even closer. Yang Zhen had made up his mind to take a gamble. He also wanted to invest in Chen Xing. He had high hopes for Chen Xing's potential. This time, he had truly thrown caution to the wind, betting on his own future.
"By the way, County Chen wants the two women who were victims that night to come to the Public Security Bureau to report the case. Only then can I officially file the case." After making the decision, even though it was a gamble that was no less than his life, Yang Zhen suddenly felt relaxed. Daring to take a gamble was always better than those who were timid and hesitant in doing things.
After Chen Xing and Yang Zhen finished their conversation, they immediately left for Jiang City. At noon, Chen Xing arrived at Jiang City. His stomach was already growling with hunger. At this time, Chen Xing did not treat himself as an outsider and went straight to Minghuai Road. The villa area of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee was there. He planned to go to the old leader's house for a free meal. Chen Xing was still stopped by the armed police at the door. Just as he was about to call Zhou Mingfang's wife, Chen Nan, the sound of a car horn coming from behind attracted Chen Xing's attention. The car window slowly rolled down. The person sitting in the back seat was the old leader, Zhou Mingfang. Chen Xing gave a silly smile, opened the car door, and jumped into the back seat. Zhou Mingfang's current secretary, Wang Neng, was sitting in the front passenger seat.
Wang Neng followed Zhou Mingfang back to pick up a document. After taking it, he left Zhou Mingfang's house. Before leaving, he did not forget to take a look at Chen Xing. Wang Neng was very envious of Chen Xing for being so favored by Zhou Mingfang.
During the meal, Zhou Mingfang asked about the economic situation of Ximen County. Now that Zhou Mingfang was in a high position, especially with his current department and position, he rarely had the opportunity to go to the grass-roots villages. However, Zhou Mingfang used to be the secretary of the Municipal Party Committee, and he had also climbed step by step from a county and city cadre to a high position today. Although he was now in charge of organizational work, he was still very concerned about the livelihood of ordinary people.
Hearing Chen Xing's introduction that the GDP of Ximen County this year had increased by more than 2.5% on the basis of the same period last year, Zhou Mingfang could not help but smile with satisfaction. The GDP growth of Ximen County has always been several percentage points lower than the average growth rate of Hai City. In recent years, the GDP growth rate of Hai City has been maintaining a high annual growth rate of more than 11%. Your Ximen County's annual growth rate is only about 7%. If I remember correctly, it was also 7% last year. Now that it can increase by another 2%, it can be considered a great progress. Strive to break through 10% as soon as possible. I'm waiting to hear your good news.
Old Secretary, you've left Hai City, but you're still so concerned about the economic development of our Ximen County. If we don't work hard, I won't dare to come here in the future. Chen Xing smiled. Zhou Mingfang was not in charge of Hai City, but he still knew the economic data of Ximen County. It could be seen that the other party had never reduced his attention to Hai City. Chen Xing almost wanted to pat his chest and make a military pledge.
"How is your relationship with Zhang Ningning recently? Young people shouldn't just focus on work." Zhou Mingfang teased Chen Xing half-jokingly. He was particularly concerned about the relationship between Chen Xing and Zhang Ningning. "Chen Xing, you're almost 30 years old, but you still don't have a family. This is not good. When the organization inspects cadres, a stable family is also very important. Shouldn't you also consider marriage? This issue must be taken seriously, otherwise it may affect your progress."
Although Zhou Mingfang was joking at the beginning, his expression became serious in the end. Regardless of whether Chen Xing and Zhang Ningning would end up together in the end, Chen Xing should indeed consider marriage.
Chen Xing had just heard his parents talk about this issue at home in the morning, and now he heard Zhou Mingfang talk about it again. There was no need to mention the bitter smile in his heart. The key was that the person who said this was Zhou Mingfang, so Chen Xing did not dare to interrupt with a cheeky smile. He nodded seriously and listened.
Zhou Mingfang had a fixed half-hour nap after lunch. This habit was unchangeable. Chen Xing was familiar with Zhou Mingfang's habits. After eating and sitting for a minute or two, he said goodbye and left. For him, there was no need to express any special gratitude when he came to Zhou Mingfang's place. Zhou Mingfang was a deputy provincial cadre, so he did not lack a word or two of thanks. He only needed to do his work well and not let Zhou Mingfang down. This was the best way to repay Zhou Mingfang.
After leaving the Provincial Party Committee villa area, Chen Xing came to a coffee shop. He stood at the door for a while and saw Wang Neng sitting inside, waving at him. Chen Xing walked over with a smile.
"County Chen, congratulations." Wang Neng smiled and congratulated Chen Xing. They had a good relationship. Wang Neng used to work in the office of the Organization Department. When Chen Xing was Zhou Mingfang's secretary, he didn't show his talent. He didn't expect that he would be lucky after Chen Xing left office. Wang Neng originally wanted to compete with Chen Xing. He thought that if he was Zhou Mingfang's secretary, he wouldn't be worse than Chen Xing. He didn't believe that he couldn't be compared to Chen Xing. However, it turned out that Zhou Mingfang's appreciation of Chen Xing was far greater than his. Wang Neng naturally didn't know that there was also the relationship between the Zhang Family and Zhou Mingfang. However, after seeing Zhou Mingfang's unusual favor to Chen Xing, Wang Neng no longer wanted to compete with Chen Xing. Instead, he intended to make friends with Chen Xing.
After Chen Xing sat down, he chatted with Wang Neng casually. Wang Neng mentioned some things that Chen Xing didn't know, and many of them were of interest to Chen Xing. Take the candidate for the Organization Minister of Haicheng Municipal Party Committee as an example. At that time, it was also Wang Neng who provided information to Chen Xing. At that time, Wang Neng said that there was no hope for Zhang Mingde. As for what happened later, Wang Neng told him in detail as they sat face to face. This time, the candidate for the Organization Minister of Haicheng Municipal Party Committee seemed to be peaceful, but in fact, after a fierce struggle in the province, Minister Zhou and Zhou Jianming had the upper hand in this contest.
At this point, Wang Neng felt a little relieved. Although he had not personally experienced what had happened, he had been by Zhou Mingfang's side. Through his own observations, he could analyze the situation in detail. This time, the candidate for the Organization Minister of Haicheng City was chosen because Zhou Jianming, the Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and the Secretary of the Jiangcheng City Municipal Party Committee, had interfered. Zhou Mingfang had acted out of anger and secretly wrestled with the other party. The result had already proved that Zhou Mingfang had won by a small margin. This was because the final candidate had landed on Zhang Mingde, who was from Haicheng, instead of Liu Huatong, the Organization Minister and Executive Deputy Minister of the Jiangcheng City Municipal Party Committee.
After listening to this, Chen Xing nodded secretly. It was not difficult to understand why Zhou Mingfang had to make a move. The Organization Department was now Zhou Mingfang's territory. If Zhou Jianming still wanted to extend his hand here, he would be looking down on Zhou Mingfang in the future. If Zhou Jianming got what he wanted this time, then Zhou Mingfang would be slapped in the face. Chen Xing faintly knew that Zhou Mingfang and Zhou Jianming, the two deputy provincial cadres known as the 'Two Weeks' of Jianghai Province, were not on good terms. Because of geopolitical relations, Zhou Jianming, the secretary of the Jiangcheng Municipal Party Committee, had been suppressing the rise of Haicheng City. At least when Zhou Mingfang was appointed to the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee, Zhou Jianming had secretly obstructed it. From Zhou Jianming's point of view, naturally, he did not want another city in Jianghai Province to have the secretary of the Municipal Party Committee who could also be a member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee. It was not surprising that he would obstruct it secretly. In the end, it was the Zhang family who exerted their power in the Central Organization Department, and Zhou Mingfang's appointment was passed smoothly.
The transfer of Zhao Yiping from Jiangcheng to Haicheng Mayor was originally a move by Zhou Jianming. Zhou Mingfang couldn't stop this appointment because Jianghai Province's boss, Provincial Party Secretary Jiang Min nodded in support of Zhou Jianming. Zhou Mingfang couldn't change this fact, and this time, Zhou Jianming still wanted to extend his hand. If Zhou Mingfang didn't fight back fiercely, his organization minister would really be a joke. However, Zhou Mingfang's final victory didn't mean that Zhou Mingfang could suppress Zhou Jianming. It seemed that it was only a secret contest between the two people, but in fact, the game involved many parties. Governor Zhang Guohua was on the side of Zhou Mingfang, and if it was just Zhou Jianming and Zhou Mingfang, Zhou Jianming, who was also the Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, firmly suppressed Zhou Mingfang.
It seemed that the appointment of the Organization Department Minister of Haicheng Municipal Party Committee had affected the nerves of many big shots in the Provincial Party Committee. Chen Xing sighed. The swords and shadows in the political struggle were really invisible and untouchable. Ordinary people could not come into contact with such news at all. They only saw the final result, and the process was nothing more than a game played by the leaders.
This was not the case. This was like the appointment of the Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee. It did not look like the appointment of a deputy office. Wang Neng smiled and nodded in agreement.
In the capital, there was a document on the desk in the office of Zhang Guozhong, the second son of the Zhang family. The document had just been sent to him at noon. Zhang Guozhong had not had time to read it. After taking a nap in the office, he stretched and stood up to exercise. He casually picked up the document on the desk to have a look. Zhang Guozhong read very quickly. He basically read ten lines at a glance. When he saw a place, he smiled slightly. This guy was really cunning.
If Chen Xing was here, he would probably be stunned when he saw the contents of the document. The document was more than ten pages thick, and it was all about him. Everything, big or small, was written down. Even his unclear relationship with the two women, He Li and Chu Rong, were written down. The only thing missing was the chaotic scene of the three of them sleeping together. Even the attitude of Chen Xing in dealing with the car accident case was mentioned in detail.
There was no doubt that this was a detailed investigation on Chen Xing. After Zhang Guozhong had roughly finished reading, he picked up the landline on the desk and made a phone call. Not long after, a middle-aged man came in. Mr. Zhang, you were looking for me?
Xiao Liu, is there any other copy of this document? Zhang Guozhong threw the document on the desk carelessly and looked up at the middle-aged man.
Mr. Zhang, don't worry. My men know what to do. There is no other copy of this document except yours. The middle-aged man smiled.
Zhang Guozhong nodded with satisfaction. He waved his hand and the man bowed and left. Zhang Guozhong glanced at the document on the desk and muttered to himself, "This guy is a bit of a playboy, but he is clear about the big issues. Basically, he is qualified. I don't know why Ningning likes him. There are so many young talents in the capital, why doesn't she like him?"
Someone pushed the door open and entered. This time, it was Zhang Guozhong's second son, Zhang Yi. Zhang Yi casually walked to the sofa and sat down. Dad, what did you call me for?
Xiao Yi, what do you think of Chen Xing? Zhang Guozhong looked at his second son. Between his two sons, Zhang Guozhong actually liked his second son more. His character was like him. Sometimes, he looked like he was not serious and was always joking around. However, he was also a person who could not be easily offended. He did not like to engage in crooked ways and was a righteous person.
How can I explain this clearly? I have only met him three times. How can I understand a person clearly? Moreover, we don't talk much each time. Zhang Yi was slightly stunned. He shook his head like a rattle drum and looked at his father suspiciously. Dad, are you so free that you have nothing better to do? Why are you concerned about him?
Go away, your father has many things to do. Do you think I have nothing better to do? Zhang Guozhong laughed and scolded. The father and son were joking around, but sometimes they did not act like father and son. Isn't it because that lass Ningning likes this kid? As her uncle, I have to help check on him. Moreover, Zhang Ningning is the Old Master's darling. How could the Old Master not be concerned about her marriage? He asked me to check on Chen Xing's character. If he did not pass, then he would nip Ningning's affection in the bud. This kind of thing should be done sooner rather than later.
What was the result of the check? Hearing this, Zhang Yi's curiosity was piqued. He smiled and came forward.
Here, take a look at the information on the table. Zhang Guozhong pursed his lips. He did not make any comments. He wanted to hear his son's opinion.
Hearing this, Zhang Yi grabbed the information on the table and flipped through it. After a while, Zhang Yi laughed. Aiya, other than being a little fickle, this kid is alright. He can pass. But he's a man. If he doesn't play around, it'll be a waste. Dad, you were like this when you were young.
Little brat, you've eaten the guts of a leopard to tease your dad. Zhang Guozhong smiled and pretended to hit him. His face was full of smiles. His son was just like him. Even his evaluation was exactly the same as what he had said. However, he asked, compared to Wang Zheng, who do you think is better?
Dad, you're asking nonsense. There's no way they can be compared. Chen Xing was born in the grassroots, while Wang Zheng is a typical second-generation official. Ahem, although I'm also a son of a high-ranking official, I'm not different from him. That kid likes to play dirty. I hate it the most. Zhang Yi pursed his lips. Only my brother can be in the same boat as him. He can't wait to matchmake Ningning and Wang Zheng. I get sick of it every time.
Little brat, how can you talk about your brother like that? Zhang Guozhong shook his head helplessly. His two sons had completely different personalities. It was said that the nine sons of a dragon were all different. This saying was true. Zhang Guozhong did not like his eldest son's personality. He raised his head and looked at Zhang Yi. So you're leaning more towards Chen Xing?
If I have to choose between Chen Xing and Wang Zheng, I'll definitely support Chen Xing. Zhang Yi nodded, then laughed and said, "Dad, do you have nothing better to do today? What's the point of us discussing this? The key is who Zhang Ningning really likes, and it depends on the Old Master's attitude. We can't decide anything, so what's the point of worrying about this?"
What do you know? I have my own reasons for worrying. Ningning isn't young anymore, it's time for her to consider marriage. Old Master Zhang has also expressed such intentions recently. But Old Master Zhang dotes on Ningning and doesn't want to force her. He probably wants to let Ningning decide her own marriage. Ningning also likes Chen Xing. I think there's a fifty to sixty percent chance of this happening.
No way? Zhang Yi's eyes widened. The third generation of the Zhang family were all terrified of Old Master Zhang. Usually, they were like mice meeting a cat. They didn't dare to speak much, and no one understood Old Master Zhang's intentions. Hearing his own father say this, Zhang Yi's shock was unimaginable. He couldn't even speak properly. This … This Chen Xing got lucky?
I don't know if Chen Xing got lucky, but I do know that he might become the son-in-law of the Zhang family. Zhang Guozhong chuckled. Alright, since you've read through the documents, you should destroy them later. Let me remind you that if the Old Master asks you about Chen Xing, don't tell him everything that's written in the documents.
Don't worry, I know what I should say and what I shouldn't say. Romantic affairs are harmless, so there's no need to tell grandpa about these trivial matters. It would only dirty grandpa's ears. Besides, Chen Xing's matter is considered a small matter. I've seen many more filthy things. Chen Xing's matter can't even be considered a small matter. Zhang Yi chuckled. He didn't like Wang Zheng at all. Every time they met, he would treat him politely, talking and laughing. In his heart, he was actually very shameless. Emotionally, he was more willing to support Chen Xing.
Oh right, Dad, can the Zhang family accept this? Haven't they always wanted to have a marriage alliance with us? Is Old Master Zhang really willing to give up such a marriage just to make Zhang Ningning happy? Zhang Yi asked suspiciously.
"Hmph, do you think that our Zhang family's current position still needs to be maintained by a marriage alliance with the Zhang family? Wang Yan wants to fight for a seat in the next general election, so he can't wait to form a marriage alliance with our Zhang family and obtain our support. Wang Yan has his own wishful thinking. How could he possibly guess the old man's thoughts? In the old man's eyes, the entire Zhang family can't compare to Zhang Ningning's precious granddaughter. If you ask me, why are all of you guys so useless? Ningning can talk and laugh with the old man, but look at all of you. In front of the old man, you guys are like women who have been wronged, not daring to make a sound. As Zhang Guozhong spoke, he started scolding.
Dad, it's easy for you to say that. Don't you know who Old Master Zhang dotes on? He treasures Ningning so much and admonishes us so harshly. How can we not be afraid of him? Don't you see those generals with at least two gold stars on their shoulders come to visit Old Master Zhang during the New Year? Aren't they also so reserved? We're not embarrassing at all. Zhang Yi strongly retorted.
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