As soon as Xiao Longbo said that, Chen Xing knew that today's banquet would not be good. Although it was true that he took the initiative to come to Xiao Longbo, Xiao Longbo agreed so readily today, which was really not good.
I have the will but not the power to deal with the local affairs. Xiao Longbo shrugged his shoulders helplessly. He glanced at Chen Xing and said with a wry smile, "Unfortunately, this cousin of mine has quite high standards. He won't be interested in ordinary positions. Sigh, this is really annoying."
After Xiao Longbo finished speaking, Xiao Zhengjun retorted unwillingly, "Brother, I don't agree with you. It's not that I have a high standard. It's mainly because I'm used to being busy in the army. When I transfer to the local area, I hope to continue to shine. We, the people's army, have to do more practical things for the people. How can I let my skills be idle? So I hope to have a practical position, not those empty ones."
"Okay, okay, Zhengjun, I can't beat you in an argument. When we argue, you can almost give me an ideological and political lesson." Xiao Longbo smiled and waved his hand, but his eyes kept glancing at Chen Xing. His meaning was so clear, but Chen Xing was still unmoved and did not say anything, which made him a little dissatisfied. Did he have to say it more clearly? If that was the case, then there would be no meaning at all.
Listening to the conversation between Xiao Longbo and Xiao Zhengjun, Chen Xing frowned slightly. The two deliberately put on a two-man show in front of him was really wonderful. Xiao Longbo almost directly pointed out that he wanted to help his cousin get an official position. Understanding Xiao Longbo's purpose, Chen Xing felt angry and embarrassed in his heart. Xiao Longbo's meaning was very obvious. He didn't want that kind of empty position, but a real position with real power, and it had to be at the divisional level. If Chen Xing offered a deputy divisional position, perhaps Xiao Longbo would not be happy.
Mayor Chen, you're the mayor of Nanzhou. Why don't you give me some advice? Seeing that Chen Xing didn't say anything, Xiao Longbo couldn't help but let Chen Xing take it.
If you want me to say something, I really don't have any good ideas. Chen Xing shook his head. "It's not easy to make arrangements for military cadres to transfer to civilian work. President Xiao, you know that there are so many local cadres that even I can't make arrangements for them. How can the good positions fall into the hands of the transferred military cadres? It's not easy to fulfill your cousin's request."
Mayor Chen, don't you think so? Xiao Longbo said with a beaming smile. He turned his head to look at his cousin. Zheng Jun, you have to toast Mayor Chen a few more times. Whether or not you can transfer to Nanzhou as you wish, depends on whether or not Mayor Chen is willing to help.
President Xiao, I think you want to roast me on the fire. Chen Xing glanced at Xiao Longbo and smiled helplessly. He was very dissatisfied in his heart, but he couldn't show it.
Mayor Chen, you must be joking. Even if I had ten guts, I wouldn't dare to roast you on the fire. Xiao Longbo said with a humble smile.
Looking at the deliberately fake smile on Xiao Longbo's face, Chen Xing wanted to punch Xiao Longbo in the face. He didn't expect that it wasn't over yet. Xiao Longbo said again, "It's mainly because Zheng Jun's family is in Nanzhou, so he wants to transfer to Nanzhou. Otherwise, in other places, I'm quite sure that I can find a good position for Zheng Jun. Mayor Zhang of Xingan City has always welcomed our province to build a branch factory there. He also said that he can satisfy any request."
Chen Xing narrowed his eyes. Xiao Longbo's words really angered him. President Xiao, can I understand that you are threatening me?
As soon as Chen Xing's words came out, the atmosphere in the room seemed to be frozen. Xiao Longbo didn't expect that Chen Xing would say such a thing. For a moment, he was in a difficult position, and his face turned blue and white. Xiao Zhengjun was even more shocked. He only thought that his cousin, Xiao Longbo, had a good relationship with Chen Xing and came to help him run the official business today. Xiao Longbo also said that he could leave it to him. Now that things had developed like this, Xiao Zhengjun suddenly didn't know what to do. He looked at his cousin, Xiao Longbo, and then looked at Chen Xing. Xiao Zhengjun didn't even dare to say a word.
The atmosphere in the room fell into silence because of Chen Xing's words. Xiao Longbo was resentful and didn't know what to say. He thought that Chen Xing would be humble since he needed his help. It was normal for him to seize this opportunity to put forward some conditions. He didn't expect that Chen Xing would speak so rudely.
A timely knock on the door broke the silence in the room and eased the awkwardness of the scene a lot. The waiter's voice came from outside the door. Xiao Zhengjun let out a sigh of relief and hurriedly said, "Come in." It turned out that the waiter had served the dishes. Xiao Zhengjun smiled and asked the waiter to put the wine aside. He glanced at his cousin, Xiao Longbo, and then glanced at Chen Xing. Seeing that neither Chen Xing nor his cousin, Xiao Longbo, had the intention to speak first, Xiao Zhengjun was secretly anxious.
Xiao Zhengjun was familiar with his cousin's character. He knew that although his cousin only worked in a state-owned enterprise, because the province where he was located had a very good refining efficiency, with an annual output value of tens of billions, he had a pivotal position in Nanhai Province. Therefore, even though Xiao Longbo was only the main director of the enterprise, his main director was very important, and he didn't care about ordinary mayors of prefectures at all. Even if Chen Xing was the mayor of Nanzhou, the provincial capital, from his cousin's expression and attitude when they talked in private, Xiao Zhengjun knew that his cousin didn't necessarily have much respect for Chen Xing. Now that Chen Xing's words were so ruthless, Xiao Zhengjun didn't know whether his cousin, who had always been arrogant, could put down his pride and take a step back first. This made Xiao Zhengjun secretly anxious. Today's meal was related to his future.
He had always heard that Mayor Chen was a person who couldn't be offended. It seemed that the reputation was not as good as the reality. Today, he finally saw it. Finally, Xiao Longbo took the initiative to speak. He squeezed a smile on his face. "Mayor Chen, just pretend that I didn't say anything just now. Come on, let's not talk about business today. Let's have a good meal.
I can't not talk about business. It's not easy to sit down with President Xiao and have a talk with him. I think President Xiao should also know my purpose. Shouldn't we have a good talk? " Chen Xing also pretended that nothing had happened just now. From Xiao Longbo's words, Chen Xing knew that Xiao Longbo was unhappy, so he said that they wouldn't talk about business. But how could Chen Xing be led by the nose by the other party? Chen Xing must have a talk with Xiao Longbo about the petrochemical industry base.
I really don't know why Mayor Chen looked for me. Xiao Longbo smiled bitterly. He was unhappy, so he simply pretended to be stupid. Chen Xing didn't give him face, so why should he give face to Chen Xing? This was Xiao Longbo's idea. If it weren't for his cousin, he wouldn't have asked Chen Xing for help.
"President Xiao, there have been some subtle changes in the plan of the petrochemical industry base in the province. Recently, there have been rumors everywhere. Many people are secretly fanning the flames, saying that the petrochemical industry base is going to be located in Xingan City. They say that the leaders of our Nanzhou City are incompetent, so the petrochemical industry base that was originally decided was snatched by Xingan City. I don't know if President Xiao has heard these rumors." Chen Xing didn't care about Xiao Longbo's pretense and directly pointed out the topic.
"Mayor Chen, is what you said true? Then I really haven't heard of it. " Xiao Longbo looked at Chen Xing in surprise. Who had nothing better to do than to gossip about the leaders behind their backs? These people were really bored.
How could President Xiao not have heard of it? Chen Xing stared at Xiao Longbo. Chen Xing really admired Xiao Longbo for being able to pretend to this extent. The expression on his face didn't change. Chen Xing said indifferently, "President Xiao, no matter what attitude the provincial government has towards the construction of the petrochemical industry base, I hope that President Xiao can stand on the overall position to look at the problem. If President Xiao can make appropriate suggestions to the provincial leaders, I believe the provincial leaders will pay attention to President Xiao's suggestions.
Mayor Chen, you really think too highly of me. I'm only responsible for managing the enterprise. How can I have such great ability? Where the petrochemical industry base will be located is decided by the provincial leaders. It's not something that a small figure like me can influence. " Xiao Longbo shook his head. At this moment, he seemed to understand what Chen Xing meant, but he seemed to be unable to help. "Mayor Chen, it's not that I don't want to help, but I really can't.
I think President Xiao is too modest. With the status of the provincial leaders, the provincial leaders will definitely pay attention to President Xiao's words. " Chen Xing looked at Xiao Longbo and said with a smile. He was a little angry at Xiao Longbo's deliberate delay.
"Mayor Chen thinks too highly of me. I'm afraid that I don't have the authority. But since Mayor Chen has spoken, if I have a chance, I will definitely put forward my suggestions in front of the provincial leaders. I hope I won't let Mayor Chen down." Unexpectedly, Xiao Longbo agreed to Chen Xing's words this time. Looking at Chen Xing, Xiao Longbo's smile was very bright. "Mayor Chen, come on, let's have a few drinks.
President Xiao is in such a good mood, then I will accompany you. " Chen Xing nodded.
Then, the three of them inevitably drank with each other. Because Xiao Longbo had agreed, Chen Xing couldn't keep talking about the petrochemical industry base. Xiao Longbo was even more unwilling to talk about this matter, so he chose to chat about some romantic things. Chen Xing was not interested in this, so he could only reply.
The meal lasted for more than an hour. Chen Xing drank a glass of white wine. Finally, it was almost one o 'clock, so Chen Xing said goodbye. Xiao Longbo and his cousin Xiao Zhengjun stood up to see him off. At the door, Chen Xing said with a smile, "Don't see me out." Xiao Longbo just walked him to the door and didn't intend to walk him any further.
After Chen Xing left, Xiao Longbo and his cousin Xiao Zhengjun didn't hurry to leave. They walked back to the private room. It seemed that they didn't want to leave. At this moment, there were only the two brothers. Xiao Zhengjun said anxiously, "Brother, is it impossible for me to be transferred to Nanzhou?
It's not impossible, it's just that it's not easy to get a good position. " Xiao Longbo sighed and said angrily, "I'm afraid Chen Xing's way won't work. I really wonder if he has a screw loose in his head. He won't lose anything, so why does he take it so seriously?"
I don't think we can count on Mayor Chen. Your words have offended him. Just now, I was so scared that I thought you two would quarrel. Fortunately, you held it in. " Xiao Zhengjun's face was as bitter as a gourd. Today, he came here full of hope, but in the end, he was extremely disappointed. Xiao Zhengjun actually thought that if Xiao Longbo didn't say the last sentence, "Mayor Zhang of Xing 'an City asked him to build a branch factory in Xing' an City and could satisfy any of his requirements," the final result would be different. However, he could only think like this in his heart and couldn't say it out. Otherwise, if his cousin Xiao Longbo thought that he was complaining and dissatisfied with him, his job transfer would be even more difficult. He still had to use his cousin's local connections.
"Hmph, I don't want to lower myself to his level. He's just a kid who hasn't even grown his hair, yet he became the mayor. He's so arrogant. Sooner or later, he'll suffer." Xiao Longbo snorted coldly. He was still brooding about what had happened just now. Chen Xing didn't give him face. Xiao Longbo just restrained himself from falling out with Chen Xing on the spot, so he could only vent his anger now.
"Brother, what you said makes sense. There's no need to be serious with him. It's fine if he doesn't agree. We don't have to beg him, and there's no need to provoke him and make an enemy out of nothing." Xiao Zhengjun smiled and comforted his angry cousin. He was secretly anxious, so he couldn't say what to do about his job transfer.
"Zhengjun, don't worry. If we can't do it in the city, we can find a way to transfer to a department in the province. However, if we are transferred to the province, it will be really difficult to get a real position. Moreover, there won't be as much room for development as in the city." Xiao Longbo frowned. In comparison, it was better to be the first or second leader of a bureau in the city than to be the head of a department in the province. It would also be easier to move up. However, today he had been humiliated by Chen Xing. After this, Xiao Longbo definitely wouldn't beg Chen Xing again.
"If it really doesn't work, I won't force you. I know you've tried your best." Xiao Zhengjun smiled very open-mindedly.
"I know you have high standards. Anyway, I'll try my best to help you. If the departments directly under the city don't work, why don't we go to the district? If the district doesn't work, I'm very confident that I can get you a position as the first leader of a bureau in the district. It's just that you have to suffer a bit." Xiao Longbo smiled. "If it really doesn't work, I'll go to Xing 'an. The mayor of Xing' an City, Wang Zheng, now wants me to owe him a favor. He wants me to help him talk about the petrochemical industry base in the province. If I ask him to give me a real position at the divisional level, I believe he won't feel bad."
"I'll think about Nanzhou City first. If it really doesn't work out, then I'll go to Xing 'an." Xiao Zhengjun shook his head. In his heart, he still preferred Nanzhou. Nanzhou was a provincial capital city. No matter what, it had more development potential than Xing 'an. Of course, the premise was that he had to be able to settle in a good position in Nanzhou.
"Alright, let's take a look first." Xiao Longbo nodded.
The two talked among themselves. After Chen Xing left the room, he also looked back. Xiao Longbo walked into the room in a blink of an eye. Chen Xing saw it all and frowned slightly. Chen Xing thought that what Xiao Longbo said to him just now was mostly perfunctory. Xiao Longbo said that he would put forward the suggestion in front of the provincial leaders when he had the chance. He didn't know when he would put it into practice. Chen Xing was also a little annoyed. He was a person who could be persuaded but not cowed. Xiao Longbo's threatening words made him unhappy. Using Xing 'an to create pressure for him? Xiao Longbo had made a mistake in his calculations.
Not only did he not achieve his goal today, but he also made both sides unhappy. He hoped that Xiao Longbo wouldn't help him, but he wouldn't sit on the wrong side. A cold light flashed in Chen Xing's eyes.
When they took the elevator to the ground floor, just as Chen Xing was about to walk out of the hall, a figure hurried past him. Chen Xing glanced at the person from the corner of his eye and was slightly stunned. It was a familiar face. Who else could it be other than the Deputy Director of the Municipal Education Bureau, Yang Hong? He couldn't help but call out to the person. Yang Hong.
Yang Hong turned her head. When she saw that it was Chen Xing, she was stunned for a moment. Then, her face lit up with joy. She grabbed Chen Xing and walked out. Mayor Chen, hurry, follow me.
Tsk, where are you going? Walk properly and don't pull me. Chen Xing didn't know whether to laugh or cry. This Yang Hong often dared to smile cheekily at him in his office. She was a female cadre, or more accurately, a beautiful female cadre. Chen Xing couldn't bear to scold her, and this also caused Yang Hong to be impolite in front of him. However, this was only limited to when no one was present. Now that they were outside, Yang Hong dragged him away without saying a word. This made Chen Xing a little unhappy.
Yang Hong didn't notice Chen Xing's expression at all. At that moment, she didn't have the mood to pay attention to it. She looked at Chen Xing with her almond-shaped eyes. Yang Hong's face was so red that water could drip out. Mayor Chen, I-I can't control myself.
What do you mean you can't control yourself? What's wrong with you? When Chen Xing saw Yang Hong turn her head and blushed face, he was shocked. Yang Hong's face was abnormally red. Her eyes were watery, and it was obvious that something was wrong with her.
Mayor Chen, there's no time to talk. I remember there's an express hotel nearby. Go there and help me get a room. My whole body is so weak that I don't even have the strength to walk. Yang Hong said anxiously.
Wait here for a moment. Chen Xing looked at Yang Hong doubtfully. He was sensitive and realized something. He had seen Chu Rong and He Li accidentally drink a drug, and they behaved the same way. If he hadn't arrived in time, the consequences would have been unimaginable.
Walking quickly out of the hotel, Chen Xing called his driver, Li Yong. Xiao Li, there's an express hotel next to Rongcheng Grand Hotel. Do you see it? Go there immediately and book a room for me. I'm at the door now. Bring me the room card after you book the room.
Li, who was waiting for Chen Xing in the car, heard Chen Xing's instructions and immediately ran to the express hotel. In less than five minutes, Li Yong had already passed a room card to Chen Xing.
Xiao Li, go back to the Municipal Government with Xiao Chen first. I'll call you later when I need the car. Chen Xing subconsciously didn't want his driver and secretary to see this scene. If the driver and secretary saw him helping Yang Hong to the hotel, they might gossip. Although Chen Xing believed that the two wouldn't dare to say anything to the public, Chen Xing still didn't want others to see it.
After watching Li Yong drive away, Chen Xing turned to look at Yang Hong, who was standing not far behind him. At this moment, Yang Hong was standing with her hands on the wall. It seemed to confirm Chen Xing's guess. Yang Hong's face was so red that it looked like blood was about to drip out. Her big, watery eyes stared at Chen Xing.
Chen Xing walked closer. Can you still walk by yourself?
Can … can you give me a hand? Yang Hong's voice trembled.
Seeing Yang Hong's state, Chen Xing didn't hesitate anymore. He helped Yang Hong to the express hotel. The two hotels were next to each other and could be reached in a few steps. However, when they reached the entrance of the express hotel, Chen Xing, who had foreseen what might happen later, hesitated. Shouldn't you hurry home?
Why do you still want to go home? It's too late. Mayor Chen, stop nagging and help me in. Yang Hong looked at Chen Xing with her seductive eyes.
Chen Xing shut his mouth and looked at the room card. Li Yong's room was on the second floor. Chen Xing simply helped Yang Hong up the stairs. Luckily, Yang Hong wasn't really a pile of mud that couldn't even walk. She still had some strength to support herself. The two of them didn't walk slowly. It seemed that Yang Hong couldn't wait to enter the room, so they didn't waste any time on the way.
Who did you eat with at Rongcheng Hotel? Who drugged you … As soon as they entered the room, Chen Xing asked the question in his heart. The response was a loud bang. Yang Hong didn't know where she got the strength from, but she slammed the door shut. Before Chen Xing could say anything, his mouth was blocked by Yang Hong.
Yang Hong, calm down. You're not sober right now. Let me get you some cold water. Chen Xing tried to push Yang Hong away.
What cold water? I can't help it. I need a man now. Yang Hong twisted her body and wrapped her arms around Chen Xing's neck. She didn't let Chen Xing push her away. She used her body to rub against Chen Xing's body.
Looking at the crazy Yang Hong, Chen Xing secretly scolded himself. I already sent her to the hotel room. Why am I still pretending to be a gentleman?
…
In a private room on the fifth floor of Rongcheng Hotel, Kang Jicheng, the deputy director of the Provincial Education Department, was sitting in the room anxiously. He looked at the time from time to time. Kang Jicheng muttered to himself. Going to the toilet took eight to nine minutes. Even taking a dump wouldn't take that long.
Kang Jicheng waited for a while, then stood up impatiently. He paced back and forth in the room. Kang Jicheng walked out of the room and headed towards the toilet.
Kang Jicheng glanced at the door of the female restroom and frowned. He wanted to rush in directly. Suddenly, he saw someone coming out from inside. Kang Jicheng's eyes lit up. Female comrade, is there anyone else inside?
When Kang Jicheng asked this question, the lady was shocked. She looked at Kang Jicheng strangely. Kang Jicheng smiled helplessly. He rolled his eyes and explained with a smile. Don't misunderstand. It's like this. My sister had a stomachache just now. She said she wanted to go to the toilet. She hasn't come out even after a while, so I came to take a look.
Kang Jicheng's words were obviously full of loopholes. Fortunately, the lady didn't think too much about it. The lady looked at Kang Jicheng and shook her head. There shouldn't be anyone in there. Are you sure your sister went to the toilet?
Oh oh, then maybe she went somewhere on her own. Kang Jicheng squeezed a smile at the lady and left quickly.
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