The faint smell of disinfectant in the air was slightly pungent. Shao Huadong's wife, Wang Qian, was lying on the hospital bed. She had just undergone surgery two or three days ago and was still slightly weak. After all, a kidney transplant was not a minor surgery. Wang Qian was still under observation. It remained to be seen whether the new kidney would reject her body, but from the looks of it, Wang Qian's recovery was not bad. Shao Huadong, who had been tense these days, finally heaved a sigh of relief today. This was because the doctor had said that Wang Qian's current condition was very good during the ward rounds in the morning.
Yesterday's examination report was also out, and everything was normal. Wang Qian could now carefully get out of bed and walk around, but she still spent most of her time resting on the hospital bed. Chen Xing came over after lunch. Wang Qian was on her lunch break, so Chen Xing did not disturb her. This VIP ward had one bedroom and one living room. There was a small living room outside the ward. It was not big and could only be considered an ordinary VIP ward in the hospital. Other than this, the hospital also had a special ward for the Party and country's senior leaders.
It was truly luxurious inside. However, for a deputy department level cadre like Shao Huadong from a prefectural city, it was already very good that the hospital was willing to give him a VIP ward. This was also because Zhang Yi had asked someone to inform them. It should be known that 301 Hospital was also a place where many senior Party and country leaders were hospitalized. The hospital's cadre wards were only provided to cadres above the department level.
Are you recovering well now? Chen Xing looked at Shao Huadong and asked with concern. He had only stood at the door to take a look. Chen Xing did not go in, afraid that he would disturb Wang Qian's rest.
The doctor in the morning said that her condition was very good, but she was still under observation. After all, it was someone else's kidney. Even if it was a compatible kidney, there was no guarantee that there would be no rejection, so she was not completely out of danger yet. Shao Huadong shook his head, but his expression was much more relaxed. At least the surgery was completed successfully. The night before the surgery, Shao Huadong was really nervous and could not sleep for the whole night. On the contrary, his wife was more open-minded than him. She said that life and death were predetermined by fate. If she really could not overcome this hurdle, then it was destined to be her fate. She could just relax.
Since the doctor said that the situation was good, then it was a joyous occasion. Doctors nowadays liked to scare people. Even if the illness was not serious, they would still dare to give you a notice of critical illness. So if the doctor said that it was good, then it meant that he was recovering very well. Comrade Hua Dong, you should be happy. Chen Xing smiled.
Now was not the time to be happy. When the doctor said that he could be discharged, then he would really be relieved. Shao Huadong shook his head and smiled. Then, he looked at Chen Xing confusedly. Why did Mayor Chen suddenly come to Beijing?
It was because of the steel rolling project of Nangang Iron and Steel Group. Governor Shun had ordered me to come to the capital with Chief Song for public relations. For this project worth more than 20 billion yuan, not only did the provincial government attach great importance to it, but Chief Song was also very anxious. Chen Xing smiled.
Oh, so it's about that. Shao Huadong suddenly understood. The steel rolling project of Nangang Iron and Steel Group was a big project for both the province and the city. No wonder Governor Shun Baolai attached great importance to it. More than 20 billion yuan was not two billion yuan. No matter where it was, it was a big investment. Although Shao Huadong did not follow up on this matter, he was also concerned about it. Did the Development and Reform Commission have any progress?
Don't mention it. The people from the Development and Reform Commission were really awesome. Chief Song had been there several times before, but she had not even met with a leader who could speak to her. This morning, I also went there with Chief Song. We waited for two hours, but in the end, we also came back empty-handed. Chen Xing smiled helplessly.
Now people from the prefectures and cities were running projects in the capital. The Development and Reform Commission had the power to approve major projects. At this juncture, naturally, they were the target of everyone's flattery. It would be strange if they were not arrogant. Shao Huadong understood and nodded. It was normal for them to be arrogant.
This matter could not be rushed. He had to find some connections first and then see the situation. There had been no news about the new project of Nangang Iron and Steel Group. He did not know if there was any other reason. He had to meet the officials of the Development and Reform Commission to find out. Chen Xing said.
Well, it could not be rushed. Shao Huadong nodded in agreement. Then he suddenly changed the topic and asked, "By the way, I heard that Mayor Chen wants to rectify the pollution problem of the petrochemical industry area?
Yes, the pollution of the petrochemical industry area to the surrounding ecological environment has reached a very serious level, and we can't let it go any longer. The cancer village in Harbor Town has already spread to everyone. As leaders, if we sit back and do nothing, how can we face our own consciences? Chen Xing said sadly.
Mayor Chen, the pollution problem of the petrochemical industry area had been a long-standing problem for a long time. I am afraid it will not be so easy to solve. If Mayor Chen really wants to solve it, I am afraid that he has to be prepared to face pressure from all sides. Shao Huadong said worriedly. He was in the capital, but it did not mean that he did not care about the work of the government. Secretary Chen Yang would pick out the key points of the day and report to him every day. Shao Huadong was very clear about all the work in the city.
It is precisely because this is a long-standing problem that tests our conscience even more. Other people can ignore this matter for the sake of GDP, but I, Chen Xing, can't do it. Since I am now the mayor of Nanzhou City, then I must shoulder the responsibility that I should bear. As an official, I will benefit the people. These words are not just empty words, but the truth that must be put into practice. As long as we are an official for a day, we must remember our mission. Chen Xing said sternly. It was fine to say that he was being sentimental, or that he was deliberately showing his lofty and glorious side. Chen Xing did not care about what others thought. These were his true thoughts.
There are not many officials like you, Mayor Chen. Even if there are, because of the constraints and restrictions within the system, some officials who want to do something are helpless and powerless. In fact, sometimes it is not that the officials do not think for the people, but that they really can't do anything. Of course, we can't deny that many officials only care about the official hat on their heads, and don't care about the lives of the people. This is also an indisputable fact. Speaking of this, our team has really reached the time for a major operation. If the higher-ups do not have the courage to carry out the reform, when the accumulated problems have deepened, the difficulties and resistance will become greater and greater. Shao Huadong said.
There was no need to wait for the future. The accumulated problems had already deepened. Wanting to reform was easier said than done. With the obstruction of the vested interests and the interests of all sides that needed to be compromised, it was difficult to want to reform. Chen Xing spoke the truth. There were only him and Shao Huadong here, so Chen Xing did not have too many scruples.
If we don't reform, I'm afraid that in the future … Shao Huadong did not say the last few words. Undoubtedly, he was still afraid of the consequences. Now, some radical reformers shouted the slogan that if we don't reform, we will die. However, at the highest level, this kind of voice did not have the upper hand. Some people wanted to reform, while some wanted to stick to the rules. Even among the reformers, there were two different opinions, radical and moderate. There was no unified opinion within the reformers, and the opinions of the decision-makers were not unified. It was easier said than done to promote the reform from top to bottom. At least, there was not much hope for it in the next few years.
In any case, the voice of reform was a kind of progress. Chen Xing smiled. However, we have nothing better to do. It's not our turn to worry about this kind of thing.
It shouldn't be my turn to worry about it. However, for Mayor Chen, it might not necessarily be the case. In the future, Mayor Chen might enter the top one day. Shao Huadong smiled and looked at Chen Xing meaningfully. Chen Xing would definitely not stop at the department level. There was no problem for him to reach the deputy ministerial level. As for the ministerial level, Shao Huadong did not dare to talk about it. As long as he reached the ministerial level, he would undoubtedly be qualified to participate in national affairs. Although he would not be able to influence the overall situation, at least he would be able to make his own voice heard. For example, the speech made by the secretary of the Provincial Party Committee or the governor was completely different from the speech made by a mayor. Not to mention anything else, the members of the Central Committee were basically at the provincial level. The possibility of a deputy ministerial level member entering the Central Committee was very small. Although there were some, it could only be said to be rare.
Comrade Huadong was being modest. Everyone had a responsibility for national affairs. As long as one was a member of the country, one had the qualifications and the obligation. Chen Xing smiled disapprovingly and changed the topic. Comrade Huadong, let's not talk about the distant matters. Let's talk about the millions of people in Nanzhou City. As a local official, you also have to bear the responsibility.
Of course, I am a citizen of Nanzhou City. If the people's lives are getting better, I will be happy from the bottom of my heart. Shao Huadong nodded. He was different from Li Haocheng. They were both local officials. He had a pragmatic side that Li Haocheng did not have.
As Chen Xing and Shao Huadong were talking, the phone rang. It was a call from Zhang Ming. When Chen Xing looked at it, a hint of joy appeared on his face. Could it be that the matter with the National Development and Reform Commission had made some progress?
Chen Xing, you want to see Wang Weilin from the Industrial Planning Department, right? I've asked someone to help you. Wang Weilin is free now. If you want to see him, you can arrange a place to meet him now. He will come out. I'll send you his number later. Zhang Ming's voice sounded on the phone. This was indeed good news for Chen Xing.
Really? Chen Xing was pleasantly surprised.
Nonsense. Do you think I have nothing better to do than to make fun of you? Zhang Ming jokingly scolded and quickly hung up.
Before Chen Xing could say anything, Zhang Yi had already hung up. Slightly stunned, Chen Xing smiled bitterly. Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi had completely different personalities, but the way they hung up the phone was exactly the same. They hung up as soon as they wanted to, without any hesitation. They didn't even ask if he had anything else to do.
What, good news? Shao Huadong didn't hear clearly, but from Chen Xing's expression, he could see some clues.
It could be said to be good news. We finally managed to invite Director Wang from the Industrial Planning Department. It wasn't easy to meet him before. I'll contact CEO Song now to meet Director Wang together. He must be even more anxious than me. Chen Xing smiled.
That was really good news. Shao Huadong looked at the time and glanced at the ward inside. He hesitated for a moment. Mayor Chen, I'll go with you.
Comrade Huadong, you should stay here and take care of your wife. If you go with us, you'll be distracted. It's better to stay here. Chen Xing smiled and pressed Shao Huadong back to his seat. You don't need to go. I'll go with CEO Song.
Mayor Chen, this is a big project of Nanzhou City. As the deputy mayor, I can't ignore it. Shao Huadong smiled bitterly.
No one can say that you don't care even if you stay in the ward. Chen Xing shook his head and smiled. If you leave, what if your wife wakes up and no one is there? You just said that she's not out of danger yet. You have to look after her.
It's okay. There are nurses. Nurses are paid to do things. Shao Huadong smiled.
Comrade Huadong, you just stay in the hospital. I still have to call CEO Song. I won't talk to you. Chen Xing half-joked and pushed Shao Huadong back. You don't need to see me off. This is the hospital. We don't have so many red tape.
Taking the elevator downstairs, Chen Xing contacted Song Zhengming in time and told him about this. On the other end of the phone, Song Zhengming almost danced with joy. He was so happy that the corners of his mouth almost reached his ears. He smiled and said, "Young Master Zhang is really influential. He can make Director Wang agree to come out at noon. We don't have that kind of face."
Anyway, he invited him out. Who cares about his face. Chen Xing was also in a good mood. Hearing Song Zhengming's words, he raised his hand and looked at the time reflexively. It was only about one o 'clock. Director Wang might still be on his lunch break, but he was willing to come out. Zhang Ming didn't know who he was looking for.
Mayor Chen, let's talk later. Song Zhengming smiled and hung up the phone.
After contacting Song Zhengming, Chen Xing found the number that Zhang Ming had just sent to him and called Wang Weilin. The voice on the other end of the phone was quite magnetic. After confirming that it was Wang Weilin, Chen Xing smiled and introduced himself. They arranged the meeting place. Chen Xing got in the car happily and sighed in his heart. In this day and age, it didn't matter if you didn't have a favor. It was extremely difficult to get anything done. So many people went through the back door. In fact, they were forced to do so.
As soon as he got in the car, Chen Xing's phone rang again. His phone suddenly became busy at this time. But this time, after seeing the phone number, Chen Xing was stunned. He picked it up and said, "What's up?
Mayor Chen, do you have time this afternoon? Someone wants to sit with you. " The phone call was from Chen Zhongwei.
"Who?" Chen Xing asked straightforwardly.
It was related to what happened at noon. Chen Zhongwei gave a brief explanation.
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