Chen Xing turned his head to look, wondering who this person was. He actually dared to mock Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi.
Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi also turned their heads. When they saw the person who spoke, their faces darkened. Zhang Ming's face darkened. Lin Guoan, are you looking for trouble?
Don't, why did Brother Zhang say that? I was just asking out of concern. How am I looking for trouble? The person who was called Lin Guoan by Zhang Ming chuckled. Shouldn't Brother Zhang and Second Brother Zhang be guarding the hospital at this time? What I said wasn't wrong.
Lin Guoan, you little bastard, you are getting more and more capable. Do you think I don't dare to teach you a lesson? Zhang Ming's eyes flashed with anger. His gaze swept across Lin Guoxing, who was standing beside Lin Guoan. A dog that bites doesn't bark. He was afraid of Lin Guoxing, but Lin Guoxing was not a threat to him at all. They were cousins with a few years' difference in age. Compared to Lin Guoan's arrogant and domineering character, Lin Guoxing was much more low-key. Even though he was low-key, Lin Guoxing was ruthless. He was famous among the third generation in Beijing. Unless absolutely necessary, Zhang Ming did not want to provoke someone like Lin Guoxing. Once he was angry, he was no different from a madman.
Brother Zhang, what kind of person are you? Of course there's nothing you don't dare to do. You make me so afraid. Lin Guoan laughed. His expression was a little ruthless. As the saying goes, if you aren't a family, you won't enter the same house. Lin Guoan liked to be Lin Guoxing's follower. He had also learned some of Lin Guoxing's character.
Surnamed Lin, are you looking for trouble? Brother Zhang doesn't even want to dirty his hands when dealing with an idiot like you. Do you believe that I won't teach you a lesson? Zhang Ping slammed the table and stood up.
Teach me a lesson? Lin Guoan looked at Zhang Ping malevolently. He also knew Zhang Ping. He was just a collateral descendant of the Zhang family. Lin Guoan did not hold back. Zhang Ping, if you want to teach me a lesson, let's see if you have the ability. You're just a dog by Zhang Ming's side. Your master hasn't said anything and you're already barking.
"You …" Zhang Ping was so angry that his eyebrows were raised, and he almost swung his fist and rushed forward.
Lin Guoan's words completely angered Zhang Ming. Zhang Ming stood up coldly. Even the usually calm Zhang Yi had a cold expression on his face. The atmosphere was on the verge of exploding. A few of the spectators hurriedly retreated far away. The people on both sides were the sons of high officials. If they were to explode, it was possible that even these spectators would be in trouble. At that time, they would not even have a place to complain.
Chen Xing's expression was also very serious. He did not think that these people standing opposite him would dare to openly oppose the Zhang family. Although it looked like a quarrel between the younger generation, and Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi did not represent the entire Zhang family, they were still the core disciples of the Zhang family. Since they dared to speak so boldly, it was obvious that they were not afraid of the Zhang family. From this, Chen Xing could see that it was not a simple quarrel, but a change in the overall situation.
It was not that Chen Xing did not know about the Lin family in the capital. It was a noble family that was only slightly inferior to the Zhang family. If the Sun family, which focused on accumulating wealth, could not truly be compared to the Zhang family, then the Lin family had the potential to catch up. Old Master Lin's position within the party was slightly inferior to Old Master Zhang and Old Master Sun, but the Lin family's momentum of development had always been very good. They also had a good influence in both the political and military worlds. Compared to the Zhang family, the Lin family was still a little inferior, but it was also a giant that people had to look up to.
All along, the Lin family and the Zhang family had the faint intention of competing with each other, but the conflict did not become public. Even the younger generation would not really have a big conflict. However, today, Old Master Zhang had just fainted and was hospitalized, but the younger generation of the Lin family was already aggressive. Chen Xing secretly felt that behind the Zhang family's prosperity, there were already dangers lurking everywhere. It was lonely at the top. Chen Xing did not dare to imagine what would happen to the Zhang family if Old Master Zhang really died of illness.
Just when the atmosphere was extremely tense, Lin Guoxing, who had been standing there without saying a word, said with a smile like the Maitreya Buddha, "Zhang Ming, Zhang Yi, this cousin of mine is more stubborn and does not know how to speak. If he said something that you don't like, please be magnanimous and I will ask him to apologize to you."
As Lin Guoxing spoke, he even turned his head and scolded Lin Guoan. "Guoan, what did you say just now? Hurry up and apologize to Big Brother Zhang and Second Brother Zhang.
Brother Xing, I didn't say anything wrong. Old Master Zhang fainted and hospitalized, even outsiders like us are worried for him and worried about his health. As the Zhang family members, shouldn't they hurry up and stay at the hospital? To be honest, I also want to go to the hospital to stay, but it's a pity that I'm not a member of the Zhang family. I'm afraid that if I go there, I will be chased out. " Lin Guoan said seriously. Under Lin Guoxing's seemingly stern gaze, he reluctantly cupped his hands. "Big Brother Zhang, Second Brother Zhang, I'm sorry. I speak frankly. If I have offended you in any way, please forgive me."
Zhang Ming, Zhang Yi, you can continue drinking. We won't disturb you anymore. " Seeing that his cousin had apologized, Lin Guoxing turned his head and said to Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi. He did not care about their reaction and left with a smile.
After Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi sat down again, their expressions were still ugly. They could not really fight like the hooligans on the streets, but Lin Guoan's provocative attitude today really made them angry.
Big Brother, Second Brother, just treat it as a mad dog barking. Don't take it to heart. Chen Xing comforted Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi.
Hmph, that Lin Guoan is worse than a mad dog. Zhang Ming said with a dark face. He was thinking about how to find a chance to teach Lin Guoan a lesson.
Big Brother, do you want me to find a chance to mess with Lin Guoan? That bastard is getting more and more impudent. He doesn't even care about you and Brother Yi. Zhang Ping's expression was worse than anyone else's. He had just been scolded by Lin Guoan like a dog. Who knew how much anger he had in his heart.
Forget it. I'll just bear with it for a few days. We'll talk about it later. Zhang Yi, who had been silent, said.
That's fine. Let that bastard jump around for a few days. I'll teach him a lesson sooner or later. Zhang Ming nodded his head viciously. He understood what his brother meant. The old man was currently bedridden. They had to keep quiet for the next few days. If the old man's condition was fine, they could consider teaching Lin Guoan a lesson.
Chen Xing heard the conversation between Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi, and relaxed. He was afraid that the two would act rashly and cause trouble. Now was a sensitive time for the Zhang Family, and it was not the time to cause trouble.
While Chen Xing and the others were talking, after Lin Guoxing and his group returned to the private room, Lin Guoan's expression immediately changed. He smiled and said to Lin Guoxing, "Brother Xing, I think that the Zhang Family is going to fall sooner or later. When Old Master Zhang passes away, the Zhang Family's reputation will plummet.
A starving camel is still bigger than a horse. The Zhang Family had been standing at the top for so many years. It wasn't just because of Old Master Zhang. There were other powerful people who relied on the Zhang Family. Even if Old Master Zhang passed away, the Zhang Family could not be underestimated. Lin Guoxing smiled. He seemed to be in a good mood. However, the Zhang Family was definitely going downhill.
Brother Xing, I feel that once Old Master Zhang dies, the higher-ups of the Zhang Family might not be of one mind. Without Old Master Zhang, it's hard to say if they will speak up for the Zhang Family. Hehe, I'm sure many people are hoping that Old Master Zhang will quickly meet Marx. The Zhang Family must be jumping up and down anxiously now. It's a rare opportunity to provoke Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi. It's really satisfying. Lin Guoan smiled proudly. Usually, he wouldn't take the initiative to provoke Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi. However, at this critical moment, he took the initiative to provoke them. It wasn't that he was arrogant to the point of being ignorant, but he wanted to test them. He was surprised that Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi could endure it. However, this also meant that Old Master Zhang's health was really worrisome. To the Lin Family, this was good news.
Brother Xing, I saw Chen Xing just now. He's Zhang Ningning's husband. The person beside Lin Guoxing said. He was Lin Jiangcheng. He was the head of a department in the Development and Reform Commission. He didn't say anything just now. He was a collateral relative of the Lin Family. He didn't dare to provoke Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi like Lin Guoan did.
A man who relied on women to get rich was nothing to worry about. If the Zhang Family fell, he wouldn't even be worth a fart. Lin Guoxing curled his lips in disdain.
Indeed, I met him at the Development and Reform Commission last year. He didn't know me, but I recognized him. At that time, he had to go to Director Wang's office. I purposely lied to him that Director Wang wasn't there. I don't know if he realized that he was tricked. Lin Jiangcheng laughed. Maybe he recognized me just now.
We aren't even afraid of the Zhang Family now. Why would we be afraid of a son-in-law of the Zhang Family? Lin Guoan was very disdainful. He turned his head and said to Lin Jiangcheng. Jiang Cheng, I think you should go to the local government to train. You've been a director for two to three years, right? It's time for you to move. Let Brother Xing talk to the elders in the family. They can transfer you to the local government to train. Find a city to be a deputy mayor. After two years, they can arrange a main hall for you.
State Security, it's easy for you to say. How can it be so easy? We still have to listen to the elders. Lin Jiangcheng smiled bitterly. He stared at Lin Guoxing passionately. Lin Guoxing was highly valued and trusted by the elders. He was the third generation core disciple of the Lin Family. He wasn't someone a collateral relative like him could compare to. If Lin Guoxing was willing to talk to them, he would have a chance. So at this moment, Lin Jiangcheng was also looking at him eagerly.
Jiang Cheng, I'll help you talk to them later. It's time for you to move. Lin Guoxing was in a good mood tonight. At this moment, he agreed.
Brother Xing, thank you. Thank you. Lin Jiangcheng was extremely excited. He knew that with Lin Guoxing helping him talk to them, he would have a chance.
Alright, let's not talk about anything else. Let's drink to our heart's content tonight. State Security, don't you know a few celebrities? Call them over to drink with us. We'll be in a good mood tonight and drink to our heart's content. Lin Guoxing smiled.
When Lin Guoan heard this, he smiled and agreed. He immediately went to call them over.
Chen Xing, Zhang Ming and the rest lost their interest because of the arrival of Lin Guoxing. They paid the bill and left. They found another place to drink tea and chat. After sitting down, they realized that they hadn't even eaten dinner. Zhang Ping smiled and said to call the hotel to send some dishes over. Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi shook their heads. They didn't have any appetite at all.
Why don't we just eat some snacks and treat it as dinner? Chen Xing opened his mouth. He wasn't in the mood to eat either.
He called Zhou Zhijin and told him not to go to the bar, but to come directly to the teahouse. Zhou Zhijin, who was already on the way, arrived quickly. When he saw Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi, he was slightly surprised. He quickly greeted them. Big Brother Zhang and Second Brother Zhang were here too.
Zhijin, you brat, you've been staying in the capital all this time. I've never seen you invite me out. Now that Chen Xing is here, you've called me so enthusiastically. When Zhang Yi saw Zhou Zhijin, he immediately scolded him. His hazy face had a slight smile.
Second Brother Zhang, I know you're busy. I don't dare to disturb you. Zhou Zhijin smiled. The Zhang Family, Xiao Family, and Zhou Family were connected through various ties. The relationship between the younger generation was quite good. Zhou Zhijin had always been respectful and polite to Zhang Yi.
Busy my a * s. Don't you know that I have nothing to do all day? You brat, keep talking nonsense. Zhang Yi smiled and pointed at Zhou Zhijin.
That's my fault. I'll definitely visit Big Brother and Second Brother more often in the future. Don't find me annoying. Zhou Zhijin smiled.
There's no need for a visit. I'm just saying it casually. You don't have to specially come over. Zhang Yi smiled and shook his head. I see that you're looking for Chen Xing. I'm guessing that your father wants you to go somewhere?
Second Brother Zhang, you have sharp eyes. Nothing can be hidden from you. Zhou Zhijin nodded and complimented Zhang Yi.
Since you're looking for Chen Xing, it seems that you're thinking of going to Nanzhou.
That's right. I met Mayor Chen last time and felt that Nanzhou is not bad. So I decided to go there.
Zhijin, don't call me Mayor Chen. Just call me Chen Xing. Brother Guodong said that we don't need to be so polite like outsiders. Look at you, you've become distant again. Chen Xing looked at Zhou Zhijin and said.
Alright, I won't be pretentious then. Zhou Zhijin smiled and nodded. Chen Xing, I'm planning to go to Nanzhou to seek shelter with you. I'll have to rely on you to take care of me.
Zhijin, if you come to Nanzhou, I don't know how happy I'll be. Now I'll have a companion. Chen Xing said half-jokingly.
Chen Xing said that he's now in a terrible situation in Nanzhou. If he's not careful, he'll be shot in the back. Zhijin, if you want to go to Nanzhou, you have to think carefully. Maybe Chen Xing won't be able to take care of you and will drag you into the mire instead. Zhang Ming grinned.
Is that so? Zhou Zhijin looked at Chen Xing doubtfully. He really didn't know about the situation in Nanzhou. He didn't know if Zhang Ming was talking nonsense or if Chen Xing's situation in Nanzhou was really that bad.
Zhijin, Brother Zhang is right. I'm not as glamorous as you think. My situation in the city isn't very good. If you want to go, you have to think carefully. Chen Xing saw Zhou Zhijin's inquiring eyes and nodded with a smile. He was also observing Zhou Zhijin.
Chen Xing, if you say so, then I have to go. I like challenges, whether it's work or life. If it's a pool of stagnant water, then it's really boring. I like a life of struggle. Fighting with others is endless joy. Ha, it seems that I have to go to Nanzhou. Zhou Zhijin said with a laugh. Young people can't help being a little hot-blooded. Zhou Zhijin was the same. Moreover, Chen Xing was a member of the Zhang family. Even if he was dragged into the mire by Chen Xing, so what? Old Master Zhang's physical condition was not good, but the Zhou family had long been linked to the Zhang family and the Xiao family. They had no other choice.
Well, it just so happens that I don't have any allies in Nanzhou. If you come, we can join hands and sweep away those ghosts and monsters. It will definitely be very satisfying. When Chen Xing heard Zhou Zhijin's words, he suddenly felt a surge of heroism.
Zhou Zhijin nodded in agreement. Thinking of Old Master Zhang's matter, although Zhou Zhijin knew that Old Master Zhang was fine for the time being, he still looked at Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi with concern. Was the old master doing well?
He was fine now. Zhang Yi's face darkened. He was fine now, but no one knew what would happen in the next moment.
Just as Zhang Yi finished speaking, Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi's phone rang. Chen Xing's phone rang at the same time. Even Zhang Ping's phone rang. They were all stunned. They looked at each other strangely. In the next moment, they all had a bad feeling. Zhang Ming and Zhang Yi picked up their phones, and Chen Xing was no exception.
The one who called Chen Xing was Zhang Ningning. The ones who called Zhang Ming, Zhang Yi, and Zhang Ping were the other members of the Zhang family. Their bad feeling was right. Something had happened to the old master. Zhang Ningning told Chen Xing to hurry back to the hospital.
The four of them hung up at the same time. No one spoke. They all stood up and walked out. Zhou Zhijin, who had just sat down, saw their expressions and guessed what was going on. He didn't ask anything and followed Chen Xing and the others out. Since they had bumped into each other, he decided to follow them to the hospital to take a look.
Chen Xing rushed back to the hospital and found out that the old master had suddenly started coughing again. This time, the coughing was even worse than the one at noon. A few experts from the Respiratory Medicine Department had rushed over. Old Master Zhang had already been pushed to the emergency room. The reason was that the old master's coughing had caused respiratory failure. Without a doubt, this was worse than the one he had coughed up blood in the afternoon. The lights in the emergency room were on. The Zhang family was anxiously waiting outside. Zhang Guohua and Zhang Guozhong stood at the front, anxiously looking at the emergency room door. With every passing minute, everyone's worry increased.
Chen Xing, Zhang Ming, and Zhang Yi squeezed to the front. They didn't dare to make a sound. They just stared at the emergency room nervously.
What they were afraid of had happened. Could it be that the old master really couldn't overcome this hurdle? Chen Xing looked at the red light on the emergency room door. At this moment, it was so bright that it was a little dazzling. Chen Xing knew that it wasn't the light that was dazzling. It was the anxiety and fear that magnified one's vision infinitely. Even Chen Xing felt great anxiety and pressure, not to mention the others. When they left just now, they saw the old master sleeping peacefully on the bed, breathing evenly. He, Zhang Ming, and Zhang Yi had only been out for slightly more than an hour, and now there was another situation that made them anxious. This made everyone's heart wrench.
The rescue of the old master was still going on. Zhang Xiaoru walked to the side to answer the phone. Judging from the tone, it was Xiao Dingping. Xiao Dingping, who had just left in the evening, couldn't rush over at this time. There was a state event tonight. Xiao Dingping had to accompany the No. 1 Chief to meet a high-level foreign exchange group, so he couldn't leave at this time. The old master was pushed into the emergency room. Xiao Dingping, who was attending the state event, couldn't leave, but he was also anxious. He could only ask his secretary to call him at any time to understand the situation.
In fact, the No. 1 Chief, who was meeting the foreign guests in the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse at this time, was also concerned about Old Master Zhang's situation. If Old Master Zhang couldn't hold on and passed away before the two meetings were held, many things would change. Even the No. 1 Chief had to worry about it. He didn't want the Zhang Family to be too powerful, nor did he want Old Master Zhang to pass away at this time. So far, Old Master Zhang still supported him in the formulation of diplomatic strategies and the main direction of the reform. This time, Old Master Zhang even cooperated with him in many important personnel changes. Both of them took what they needed. If something happened to Old Master Zhang at this critical moment, even the No. 1 Chief himself didn't want to see it. The situation would be somewhat disadvantageous to him.
Zhang Guohua's phone also rang. Chen Xing vaguely heard Zhang Guohua calling "Secretary Jiang" politely, which made Chen Xing secretly shocked. If he guessed correctly, Secretary Jiang should be the confidential secretary of Chairman Le Qiangmin. Chairman Le Qiangmin should still be visiting abroad these days. At this time, Le Qiangmin asked his secretary to call him to understand the situation. Obviously, Le Qiangmin was also concerned about the old master's situation.
Chen Xing, Zhang Ming, and Zhang Yi stood beside Zhang Guozhong. Zhang Guohua, Zhang Guohua's father-in-law, walked back after answering the phone. Zhang Guozhong asked him solemnly, "What did Chairman Le Qiangmin say?
Chairman Le Qiangmin will return to China tomorrow. " Zhang Guohua glanced at the emergency room worriedly. The call from Le Qiangmin's confidential secretary made Zhang Guohua feel a little relieved. Le Qiangmin was now the most important person in the Zhang Department apart from the old master, who was the stabilizing force. The old master's condition was worrisome, and Le Qiangmin was visiting abroad. The whole Zhang Department could be said to lack a backbone. Although Zhang Guohua knew that the old master wanted him to take over, he also knew that he still lacked prestige and qualifications. He could not control everyone in the Zhang Department. Only Le Qiangmin could stabilize the situation. He was also the only person in the highest position in the Zhang Department. In the Standing Committee, Le Qiangmin was also at the top.
The two sessions were about to start, and Chairman Le Qiangmin could not stay abroad for too long. It was time for him to return. Zhang Guozhong frowned and sighed secretly. It was a good thing that Le Qiangmin was back, but Le Qiangmin would also retire from the position of Chairman at the next two sessions. He only had one year left in his term. At that time, no one in the Zhang Department would be able to take over the position. It was not that the old master did not want to promote someone. Whether there was someone from the Zhang Department in the Standing Committee was undoubtedly an important foundation to determine the position of the Zhang Department. However, the old master did not intend to let anyone compete for a seat in the Standing Committee. The Zhang family's resources and connections would all be inclined to Zhang Guohua. The core of all the personnel arrangements was also to let Zhang Guohua successfully take over the position.
This autumn's Party Congress would be an important meeting that involved the change of the next leadership candidates. At that time, the most important task of the Zhang family was to ensure that Zhang Guohua could enter the Politburo. The price to pay was that after Chairman Qiangmin retired next year, the Zhang family would not arrange for anyone to compete for this seat. At the same time, they had to support some personnel arrangements of the No. 1 leader. This was a deal and compromise made by the Zhang family and the No. 1 leader of the Central Committee. But now, even Zhang Guozhong was not very confident that some of the deals that had been negotiated could continue.
It was time to come back. Zhang Guohua agreed absent-mindedly.
With a 'ding', the lights in the emergency room went off. A few attending doctors walked out. Under their white coats, they were all in military uniforms. These were the authoritative specialists of the Military Medical General Hospital. The person in the lead was even a lieutenant general with the highest professional and technical rank. His name was Wang Shishan. He was the most authoritative specialist in the Department of Respiratory Medicine of the Military Medical General Hospital and had an extremely high reputation internationally. When Zhang Guohua saw the other party, although he was very anxious, he did not dare to be disrespectful. He asked nervously, "Old Wang, how is the old master's condition?"
Wang Shishan shook his head slightly and glanced at the anxious Zhang family members. Wang Shishan then looked at Zhang Guohua and Zhang Guozhong. The two seemed to understand something and asked the other younger generation to wait in the hall and not crowd at the entrance of the emergency room.
After chasing the younger generation away, Zhang Guohua smiled bitterly and said, "Old Wang, how is the old master's condition? Just tell me the truth. It's very bad.
Very bad, acute respiratory failure. Although we managed to save him this time, the old man's respiratory function is already very weak. The worst thing is that the old man's coughing won't stop, and the examination didn't find any problems. The result of our diagnosis is that the old man's body functions are aging, and there's not much we can do about it. It's because we're useless. Wang Shishan said helplessly and self-reproachfully.
"Old Wang, please don't say that. The old master is already old. This is caused by natural aging. You can't blame the doctors." Zhang Guozhong's expression was sorrowful. Even someone like him who usually laughed and played around with life could not hide his sorrow at this time.
"Old Wang, just tell me the truth. How long can the old master hold on?" Zhang Guohua suppressed his sorrow. He could not be sad like an ordinary person. At this time, he even had to calculate how long the old master could hold on, how long he could live, and how it would affect the Zhang family's personnel arrangement. This was the sorrow of a noble family like them.
"It's hard to say how long he can hold on. Guohua, I'm not a god. How can I be so accurate?" Wang Shishan smiled bitterly. "But we definitely have to do our best to save the old master's life."
"Old Wang, then, do you think the old master can live past September?" Zhang Guohua asked solemnly.
"This …" Wang Shishan was in a dilemma. It was only late February. This time, the old master was saved, but he was already relying on oxygen to maintain his breathing. Wang Shishan was not optimistic about whether he could hold on until September or October. But looking at the faces of Zhang Guohua and Zhang Guozhong, Wang Shishan could not bear to say too pessimistic words to hurt them.
"Old Wang, just tell the truth. No matter what the result is, we can accept it." Zhang Guohua said sorrowfully.
"Guohua, given the old master's current situation, I can't give you a clear answer. But I … I'm not optimistic about whether he can hold on until the time you said." Wang Shishan hesitated for a moment and finally said it. Seeing that Zhang Guohua's face instantly turned pale, Wang Shishan could only sigh and say nothing more. He understood what the Zhang family was thinking. The Party Congress in September was a transitional meeting. Whether Old Master Zhang could live until then was crucial to the Zhang family. Zhang Guohua insisted on asking if Old Master Zhang could live until then. Even though Wang Shishan did not pay much attention to politics, how could he not understand what Zhang Guohua meant?
Zhang Guohua's face turned pale and he was silent for a long time. Zhang Guozhong saw this and sighed. He said to Wang Shishan, "Old Wang, thank you."
"No, Zhang Guozhong, please don't say that. This is what we should do. Old Master Zhang has made a lot of contributions to the country in his life. He is an outstanding leader of the Party and the country. As the medical staff, we are also trying our best to make the old master recover." Wang Shishan said sincerely. Old Master Zhang had been admitted to the hospital since noon. He did not know how many leaders had called to ask about the situation. The leaders of the General Hospital were nervous and wanted to do their best to treat Old Master Zhang. They did not dare to be negligent or slack off.
Zhang Guozhong nodded silently. At this moment, even he was not in the mood to speak.
I'll be busy first. If there's anything, you can call me. I'll be in the hospital 24 hours. Wang Shishan said to Zhang Guohua and the others.
After Wang Shishan and the doctors left, Zhang Guohua and Zhang Guozhong also walked into the ward. Old Master Zhang was on oxygen, which made people's hearts heavier.
In the capital, a storm was coming.
In Nanzhou, Shao Huadong did not expect that the old leader Chen Tongjin, who had become more and more estranged from him, would take the initiative to look for him. After receiving the call, Shao Huadong went to Chen Tongjin's house in the Laogan Building of the Municipal Party Committee. Shao Huadong had not been to this place for a long time. Since he and Chen Xing got close, and Chen Xing had imprisoned Chen Tongjin's precious son, Chen Dafei, Shao Huadong's attitude on this matter was impartial. He did not especially intercede with Chen Xing for the old leader's son. His relationship with the old leader Chen Tongjin had gradually changed.
Shao Huadong was quite helpless in his heart. He knew that some things could not be changed. He wanted to do something practical, which was the same idea as Chen Xing. Although the two might have differences in the specific work, in the general direction, the goal of the two was to really do things for the people, which also determined that the two could really come together. In addition, Chen Xing had helped him in the matter of his wife. Shao Huadong had always remembered this kindness in his heart. He and Chen Xing were now on the same side, which made him destined to gradually drift away from the old leader Chen Tongjin. Today, Chen Tongjin called him and asked him to go over and sit down. Shao Huadong was very surprised.
After Shao Huadong entered the house, when he saw Ceng Gaoqiang was also in the house, a trace of surprise flashed in his eyes, and then he walked in calmly. At this time, Chen Tongjin had already stood up from the sofa with a smile. He was quite enthusiastic. Huadong is here, sit.
Old Secretary, I haven't been here for a long time. Shao Huadong saw that Chen Tongjin's expression was no different from usual, so he also smiled and walked up quickly. Old Secretary, why are you still so polite with me? Hurry up and sit down.
Shao Huadong said and also nodded to Ceng Gaoqiang, who had stood up.
Oh, I haven't seen you for a while, Huadong, and I miss you a lot. Chen Tongjin glanced at Shao Huadong, smiled, and sat down. Huadong, you sit too.
Shao Huadong nodded his head. He already had a lot of doubts in his heart. It was strange for Chen Tongjin to suddenly look for him, but now even Ceng Gaoqiang was here. Shao Huadong couldn't help but be vigilant. These two days, the abnormal things in the city had all kinds of signs that Ceng Gaoqiang and the Chen Family were behind it. He had voted against Cheng Rong Jiang's departure at the Standing Committee meeting. It could be said that he and Ceng Gaoqiang and the Chen Family had different goals.
Huadong, how long has it been since you came here? Chen Tongjin looked at Shao Huadong and said with a smile.
It's been a long time, I also forgot the specific time. Shao Huadong smiled, and his eyes swept over Ceng Gaoqiang, who was sitting silently at the side. Shao Huadong didn't know what Shao Huadong was thinking.
It's been a long time. Ever since Chen Xing came to Nanzhou, Hua Dong, you've been coming to my place less and less. Chen Tongjin said lightly.
Really? I didn't expect the old secretary to remember it so clearly. I didn't pay much attention to it. Shao Huadong's heart tightened. He didn't know why Chen Tongjin suddenly said this. It was a bit unusual to look for him today, and even Ceng Gaoqiang was here, which made Shao Huadong surprised.
Mayor Huadong was now close to Chen Xing, so of course he didn't pay attention. Ceng Gaoqiang interrupted with a smile.
Mayor Gaoqiang's words are wrong. Mayor Chen is the leader. As the Executive Deputy Mayor, I assist him in presiding over the overall work of the Municipal Government. Naturally, I have more contact with Mayor Chen, and it's normal to have contact with him in work. However, Mayor Gaoqiang's words seem a bit strange, and I don't know what he meant. Shao Huadong glanced at Ceng Gaoqiang. He didn't have a good impression of Ceng Gaoqiang. If it wasn't in front of Chen Tongjin, he couldn't help but scold him.
Huadong, Gaoqiang is right. Since Chen Xing came, we have become estranged. Chen Tongjin stared at Shao Huadong.
Old secretary, in my heart, I have always regarded you as the old secretary, and it has never changed. I will always remember your promotion and cultivation. This has nothing to do with whether Mayor Chen comes to Nanzhou or not. Shao Huadong said sternly.
Huadong, then we should interact more in the future. If we don't interact, we will drift apart. You and Gaoqiang can also interact more in private. Both of you are now under the leadership of the Municipal Government, so you should work together. Chen Tongjin smiled.
Upon hearing Chen Tongjin's words, Shao Huadong was slightly taken aback. He didn't know what Chen Tongjin was up to. Chen Tongjin clearly knew that he and Chen Xing were already together, so what did he mean by saying this now?
Mayor Huadong, this Chen Xing went out to attract investment. I wonder if he kept in touch with you? I don't know if he is still in Yangcheng. Ceng Gaoqiang looked at Shao Huadong with a smile, and his face was a bit proud and carefree.
Mayor Gaoqiang, just say what you want to say. Shao Huadong was a bit unhappy. He felt that Ceng Gaoqiang was not right today. Even if Cheng Rongjiang could not continue to be the chief prosecutor, did Ceng Gaoqiang think that he had nothing to worry about in the future?
I heard that something had happened to the Zhang family in Beijing. Perhaps Chen Xing had already rushed to Beijing. How could he have the time to think about the business of attracting investors? The corner of Ceng Gaoqiang's mouth slightly curled up.
What could happen to the Zhang family? Mayor Gaoqiang, you are also a leader. It is better to be cautious when saying such words, lest disaster comes from the mouth. Shao Huadong stared at Ceng Gaoqiang. In his eyes, the Zhang family was a huge existence that had always stood at the top of the pyramid of the Republic. Now that Old Master Zhang was still alive, what could happen to such a powerful family? Shao Huadong didn't believe Ceng Gaoqiang's words.
Mayor Huadong, this is because you have to be careful when saying such words. That's why I dare not joke. What kind of existence is the Zhang family? Would I dare to joke about the Zhang family? Ceng Gaoqiang smiled. I just heard from my brother-in-law that Old Master Zhang's body had some problems. Now he is in the hospital, and his condition is worrying. The Zhang family is as anxious as ants on a hot pan. Why don't you call Chen Xing and ask him where he is now? He is also the son-in-law of the Zhang family, so he must be in Beijing now.
Shao Huadong was shocked when he heard this and looked at Chen Tongjin suspiciously. After all, Chen Tongjin was once a deputy provincial cadre. If he said that he knew a few well-informed people in the capital, Shao Huadong believed it. If it was Chen Tongjin who said it, then he really had to believe it. As Ceng Gaoqiang said, the Zhang Family was so powerful that even Chen Tongjin did not dare to make fun of the Zhang Family. Did the Zhang Family really have a big change?
Huadong, Gao Qiang was right. Old Master Zhang's body had indeed lit up. Chen Tongjin seemed to be a bit emotional. Old Master Zhang, who had spent his whole life in the military and had made outstanding contributions to the founding of the country, finally couldn't resist the ruthlessness of time.
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