At Nanzhou Airport, Xiao Guodong and his entourage were waiting for Chen Xing to come over in a cafe in the airport. Xiao Guodong's secretary was a man in his early thirties named Zhou Zhijin. He was also a child of the military. Zhou Zhijin's background was not small. Although the Zhou family was not a top family in the military like the Xiao family, it was also quite influential. The elders placed him by Xiao Guodong's side, in addition to training, and also hoped to maintain a close relationship with the Xiao family.
The Zhou family was originally in the same camp as the Xiao family in the military. They were firm supporters of the Xiao family because the Zhou family's old man used to conquer the world with Old Man Zhang during the war years. He was one of Old Man Zhang's generals. Unfortunately, the Zhou family's old man did not live long and passed away early. Otherwise, the Zhou family could have gone up a level. However, because of Old Man Zhang's care, the Zhou family would not have declined.
Xiao Guodong had Zhou Zhijin book a ticket to Nanzhou in the morning. Before leaving, Zhou Zhijin originally had to arrange some travel matters, such as arranging someone to pick him up at the Nanzhou airport. However, Xiao Guodong said that there was no need. Zhou Zhijin was puzzled at first, but when he heard Xiao Guodong call Chen Xing, he suddenly realized. He thought to himself that he almost forgot that the Zhang family's son-in-law was the mayor of Nanzhou City. Xiao Guodong going to Nanzhou was like going to his own territory.
Chen Xing asked the driver to drive fast all the way. After nearly twenty minutes, they arrived at the airport. Seeing Xiao Guodong sitting in a cafe, Chen Xing shook his head and smiled. It was rush hour. When they came out of the city, there was a small traffic jam. Otherwise, they would have arrived even faster. Brother Xiao, have you had lunch? Oh right, I almost forgot. I have to congratulate Brother Xiao first. You have improved again.
You haven't eaten yet. I'm waiting to rob you, you tycoon. Xiao Guodong smiled and did not mention a word about his own progress. He was not a master who liked to show off. When it was time to show off, he would not be low-key, but he would not deliberately show off anything. He introduced Zhou Zhijin, who was beside him, to Chen Xing. This is Zhou Zhijin, temporarily my secretary. You can call him Zhijin in the future. There is no need to be distant. Get closer when there is a chance.
Brother Xiao, I have been your secretary for two to three years. Look at you, you only gave me a temporary position. Are you trying to send me away? Zhou Zhijin said with grievance. From his words, it could be seen that he and Xiao Guodong were not only in a simple relationship of superior and subordinate, but more like friends.
You can't always be my secretary. Even if you're willing, your old man will beat you to death. Xiao Guodong laughed and scolded. He knew that the Zhou Family let Zhou Zhijin follow him. In addition to training Zhou Zhijin, they also wanted to show their attitude. They wanted to show that the Zhou Family followed the banner of the Xiao Family. However, it was impossible for Zhou Zhijin to be a secretary for a lifetime. Being a secretary was just a shortcut for a quick promotion in the officialdom. The Zhou Family just let Zhou Zhijin take this shortcut.
Brother Xiao, my dad has always wanted me to learn more from you. Zhou Zhijin said with a smile. Then, he hurriedly greeted Chen Xing. Mayor Chen, hello.
Zhijin, since Brother Xiao has spoken, we don't need to be so formal. You can just call me Chen Xing. Chen Xing said with a smile. He didn't know who was older, Zhou Zhijin or himself, and whose name would be better.
Okay, then I'll call you Chen Xing from now on. Zhou Zhijin did not act pretentiously. He was one thing in front of Xiao Guodong, but in front of outsiders, he actually had his own pride. It was not the kind of arrogance that came from looking down on others, but the pride of being a red disciple. Furthermore, growing up in the military compound, Zhou Zhijin had a forthright personality in his bones.
After the greetings, they quickly got in the car. Chen Xing ordered the driver to drive to the Nanzhou Hotel. The three of them had not eaten yet, so it was important to solve the problem of their stomachs first. Their stomachs were the biggest in the world.
Zhijin, do you have the idea of working in the local area? In the car, Xiao Guodong looked at Chen Xing and suddenly said to Zhou Zhijin.
Brother Xiao, I still want to stay by your side to learn more and see more. Zhou Zhijin said with a bitter smile. Xiao Guodong's sudden mention of this was actually a continuation of the previous topic. Zhou Zhijin also knew that his old man had recently planned to make him vacate a place and move up. Because he had been by Xiao Guodong's side for two to three years, his resume was enough. As the eldest son of the third generation of the Zhou Family, he could not really be Xiao Guodong's secretary forever.
You have also been with me for two to three years, and you have learned what you need to learn. I have nothing to teach you. Xiao Guodong smiled and stopped talking about this. He just asked casually. Zhou Zhijin had been by his side for two to three years. He was conscientious and diligent. He did not have the arrogance and mischievousness of a son of a big family. This made Xiao Guodong very fond of this young man who was more than ten years younger than him. Coupled with the relationship between the Zhou Family and the Xiao Family, Xiao Guodong also raised his concern for Zhou Zhijin's future. However, this was also his unnecessary worry.
As for Zhou Zhijin's path, the elders of the Zhou Family would naturally worry about it. Although the Zhou Family was not as prominent as the Xiao Family, it was not to the extent that they could not arrange the future of a younger generation. Moreover, Xiao Guodong also knew that since the Zhou Family sent Zhou Zhijin to his side as a secretary, it was determined that Zhou Zhijin would be cultivated as the core of the younger generation. In this case, there was no need for him to worry about it.
Brother Xiao, do you think it is better for me to develop in a state-owned enterprise or go to the local area? Zhou Zhijin frowned slightly. He was a little confused about the path he wanted to take. Since Xiao Guodong took the initiative to mention this topic, it was also a good opportunity for Zhou Zhijin to ask Xiao Guodong for advice. He also sincerely needed Xiao Guodong's guidance.
The state-owned enterprise was a system of its own. There was not much comparison with the local area. However, in terms of development potential, it was definitely better to go to the local area. Of course, if you could grow to a certain height in a state-owned enterprise, you would not be worse than the local area. In the end, it was all for the official hat on your head. Xiao Guodong said with a smile.
Brother Xiao, what you said makes sense. However, I think it would not be easy for me to reach your level in a state-owned enterprise. Zhou Zhijin rarely lacked confidence in himself. He knew that Xiao Guodong was right. As long as he could reach a certain height in a state-owned enterprise, he could eventually transfer to the local area. Take Xiao Guodong as an example. Xiao Guodong had advanced a few days ago from the deputy general manager to the general manager. Now, he was the head of the China National Nuclear Corporation. This most mysterious state-owned military enterprise's weight and status in the country far exceeded the average central enterprise. Xiao Guodong himself was now a ministerial cadre. Take note, it was not the treatment of a ministerial cadre. It was completely different from most key central enterprises who enjoyed ministerial treatment at the deputy level. If Xiao Guodong was willing to transfer to the local area, he would at least start as a provincial governor. This was already a long way ahead of most people. Xiao Guodong was only in his forties and was in the prime of his life.
However, Zhou Zhijin had been with Xiao Guodong for a long time, so he understood Xiao Guodong's character very well. Xiao Guodong wasn't very interested in a career. Others would only notice that Xiao Guodong was the son of Vice Chairman Xiao Dingping. This identity overshadowed Xiao Guodong's other aspects. It made it seem like Xiao Guodong relied on his father's connections to become the general manager of the China National Nuclear Corporation. However, no one knew that Xiao Guodong was one of the youngest experts in the military industry in the country. Xiao Guodong's "New Field of Nuclear Applications" had won international awards. Furthermore, Xiao Guodong had an MBA and a PhD in economics from Harvard University. These weren't just for show.
Chen Xing sat quietly at the side. He was quite curious about the conversation between Xiao Guodong and Zhou Zhijin. Just now, he only thought that Zhou Zhijin was Xiao Guodong's secretary. Now, it seemed that wasn't the case. Chen Xing wasn't in a hurry to interrupt them. He listened to the conversation with interest.
When Xiao Guodong heard Zhou Zhijin's words, he only shook his head and smiled. Who knows what will happen in the future? Young people should have confidence. However, I don't know if your dad wants you to stay in the state-owned enterprise or send you to the local area to train. So, you should go home and talk to your dad.
Zhou Zhijin turned to look at Chen Xing and joked, "If you want to go to the local area, I think you can come and keep Chen Xing company."
Okay, if there's a chance, I'm looking forward to learning from Chen Xing. When that time comes, Chen Xing, you have to guide me. Don't neglect yourself. " Zhou Zhijin nodded and smiled.
"No, Zhijin, if you say that, I won't be happy. You're welcome to Nanzhou, but don't say you're here to learn from me. We're learning from each other. I don't dare to say I'm guiding you." Chen Xing waved his hand.
"Okay, you two don't have to be modest. This old man feels uncomfortable just listening to you." Xiao Guodong smiled. At this moment, he didn't expect that his joke would come true.
The three of them chatted casually in the car. Chen Xing then asked about the purpose of Xiao Guodong's trip. He was puzzled. "What's wrong with the nuclear power plant?
The local people suddenly objected, saying that they were worried about nuclear radiation and opposed the construction of the nuclear power plant in the local area. " Xiao Guodong smiled helplessly. "This problem isn't big, but it's not small either. If it's not handled well, it will cause a big problem. So, I had to come here personally."
"No wonder Brother Xiao came here even though it's almost New Year." Chen Xing suddenly understood, but then he was puzzled. "Brother Xiao, when you came to Nanzhou last time, didn't I hear you say that the nuclear power plant was already under construction? Why didn't the people object at that time? Why are they only protesting now?"
"Who knows? If it's just the people's simple concerns, it's okay. It's fine if it's explained clearly. I'm just afraid that someone is stirring up trouble behind the scenes. So, I have to pay attention to this matter." Xiao Guodong frowned. "The local government is already investigating and persuading, but I'm still worried. It's not like you don't know how the local government does things. I'm afraid that they'll only make things worse."
"Brother Xiao, before we came here, we've already sent a document to the Zhenhai Municipal Government, hoping that they will focus on persuasion and not use force. I don't think Zhenhai City will use the police force to suppress them." Zhou Zhijin said.
"It's true that we said that, but it's another matter whether the people under us will do the same when they carry out the task. Some of the cadres under them, the lower their official rank, the greater their official prestige. They often treat the people as unruly mobs. When something happens, they like to cover it up. When there's trouble, they're eager to suppress it with violence. Originally, it's not a big deal, but it can become a big deal." Xiao Guodong curled his lips. He really didn't dare to compliment the behavior of some local officials, but he was powerless after all. After all, he couldn't control so much.
"What Brother Xiao said is true. The key is that the ideology of many cadres hasn't changed. The consciousness of official status and the idea of being superior are still rooted in the minds of most of the officials." Chen Xing couldn't agree more.
"Therefore, the young officials of your generation are in the transition period of reform. You will also be the backbone of the reform in the future. What this country will become in the future depends on the efforts of more young officials like you. If you want to be an official, you have to learn how to be a person first. Chen Xing, I hope you'll keep this in mind." Xiao Guodong said to Chen Xing earnestly.
"I'm lucky to have received Brother Xiao's teachings today. I'll never forget it." Chen Xing said with a smile, but his expression was very solemn.
"Well, let's stop talking. After we have a meal at the hotel, Zhijin and I will immediately go to Zhenhai. I didn't ask Zhijin to arrange a car. You can arrange one for us later." Xiao Guodong said with a smile.
"No problem. That's a small matter." Chen Xing nodded.
The group arrived at the hotel. Because Xiao Guodong and Zhou Zhijin were in a hurry, Chen Xing called Xiao Yuanqing on the way and asked Xiao Yuanqing to find the Nanzhou Hotel to arrange a table of food in advance. After they arrived, they quickly walked into the hotel.
Just as Chen Xing and the others stepped into the hotel, several cars stopped at the entrance of the hotel. An old man in his fifties got out of the car with the 0001 license plate. When the old man got out of the car, someone ran over to open the door and looked into the hotel. When he saw Xiao Guodong's side profile, the old man was slightly stunned and let out a cry of surprise.
"Secretary Youjun saw an acquaintance?" Deng Yi, the secretary-general of the Provincial Party Committee, asked with a smile. As soon as Deng Yi said this, the identity of the old man couldn't be clearer. He was the secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Fu Youjun.
"He seems to be an acquaintance. Little Zhao, follow them and see which private room they are on which floor." Fu Youjun turned his head and said to the secretary beside him.
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