The atmosphere in the small tea room was quiet and peaceful. Wang Weilin had a faint smile on his face. What Ji Kangwei and Chen Xing talked about later had nothing to do with him. Anyway, he was just a middleman to introduce Ji Kangwei to Chen Xing. Wang Weilin, who was about to be transferred to Dongning City, had been in a good mood these days.
Chen Xing was probably the only one who was depressed. He didn't expect to encounter such a thing when he came to ask Wang Weilin about the approval documents for the subway project.
Almost two or three minutes after Wang Weilin finished speaking, Ji Kangwei's figure appeared at the door. Chen Xing narrowed his eyes slightly. Ji Kangwei came fast enough. Chen Xing guessed that he had been waiting in other rooms of the club.
As soon as Ji Kangwei came in, he nodded slightly to Wang Weilin, and then walked quickly to Chen Xing with a warm smile. Mayor Chen, I've been looking forward to meeting you for a long time.
Director Ji, I've been looking forward to meeting you. Chen Xing squeezed a smile on his face, stood up, and shook hands with Ji Kangwei. They were of the same rank, and Ji Kangwei was the director of the National Development and Reform Commission. In the absence of conflict, Chen Xing undoubtedly didn't want to show any displeasure.
Lao Wang, you're leaving in two days, and Mayor Chen is here today. How about I treat you and Mayor Chen to lunch? I don't know if you two would do me the honor. After sitting down, Ji Kangwei turned to look at Wang Weilin and said with a smile.
I'm fine with it, but it depends on whether Mayor Chen has time or not. Wang Weilin nodded with a smile. He knew that Ji Kangwei's real purpose was to invite Chen Xing, but he had to bring him along. Otherwise, Chen Xing wouldn't necessarily agree. Wang Weilin didn't have a good relationship with Ji Kangwei in the committee, but there was no conflict between them, so he didn't want to reject him.
It was an honor for Director Ji to treat him. Even if he didn't have time, he had to squeeze out some time. Chen Xing smiled and didn't refuse. They had to give each other face, so there was no need to show anything.
Good, good, it's rare that Mayor Chen is willing to give me face. Ji Kangwei's face was full of smiles as he heaved a sigh of relief in his heart. After a pause, Ji Kangwei quietly turned his head to look at Wang Weilin. His eyes contained another layer of meaning.
Aiya, this is the first time I've been to this club. I don't know when there's such a quiet place in this alley. I'm going out for a walk. Wang Weilin stood up and smiled. "Mayor Chen, you can chat with Old Ji for a while. I'll be back soon."
Wang Weilin said as he walked out of the room. He glanced at Deng Ming, Xiao Yuanqing, and the others who were standing at the side. These people had followed Chen Xing here. Since Ji Kangwei wanted to talk to Chen Xing, there was no doubt that he did not want the others to stay in the room. However, these people understood his hint. Whether they would leave or not, it was not up to him to decide. They would undoubtedly look at Chen Xing's eyes.
After Wang Weilin stood up, Chen Xing said to himself, "Here it comes. Ji Kangwei is finally going to reveal the real purpose of today's visit. Glancing at Deng Ming and the others, Chen Xing nodded slightly and gestured for them to go out for a while.
Seeing Deng Ming and the others also go out, the smile on Ji Kangwei's face gradually disappeared. He walked over and closed the door. After Ji Kangwei sat down again, his expression became serious. "Mayor Chen, to be honest, I was forced to let Director Lin arrange for us to meet in this way today. I hope Mayor Chen can forgive me."
"What are you talking about, Director Ji? If there's anything, Director Ji can find me." Chen Xing said with a smile.
"I want to find Mayor Chen directly, but I'm afraid that Mayor Chen is too busy." Ji Kangwei glanced at Chen Xing and scolded him for being shameless in his heart. When he called Chen Xing, Chen Xing always gave the phone to his secretary and then said that he was not free. He didn't believe that Chen Xing would come out when he called Chen Xing. He didn't even answer the phone, let alone other things.
Chen Xing smiled and didn't directly respond to Ji Kangwei's words. Who didn't have a thick skin after being in the officialdom for a long time? Chen Xing was used to lying through his teeth, so his face turned red and his heart stopped beating. At this moment, Ji Kangwei's sarcastic words went in one ear and out the other. On the surface, everyone seemed to be in harmony with each other, but it was all a facade. Now was the time for him to be frank with Ji Kangwei.
"Mayor Chen, I know what my bastard son did in Nanzhou City. I didn't teach my son well. I also deeply apologize to Miss Jiang Feng. However, I don't know if the Nanzhou police can stop this matter." Ji Kangwei saw Chen Xing's smile and pretended not to see it. He directly stated his purpose. These days, he was really troubled because of his son's matter. His son's shameful behavior made him furious, but other than cleaning up his son's mess, what else could he do as a father? However, he never thought that this matter would be like a small match detonating a barrel of dynamite, producing a huge explosion. It was beyond his expectation. Now, it had involved the official hat on his head and the secret war between the two factions. His top priority was to put out the fire first.
"Director Ji, I don't seem to understand what you're saying. Can Director Ji clarify?" Chen Xing blinked and looked at Ji Kangwei in confusion. His expression said that it was a pity that Chen Xing didn't become an actor.
"Mayor Chen." Ji Kangwei's chest heaved. Chen Xing's words almost made him vomit blood. Everyone knew that Chen Xing actually said such a sentence to him. However, Chen Xing's words clearly showed his attitude. A trace of anger flashed in Ji Kangwei's eyes. He knew that Chen Xing didn't intend to give him face.
"Mayor Chen, I hope the Nanzhou Municipal Bureau will stop investigating this matter." Ji Kangwei said with a sullen face.
"F * ck, can you be more shameless? You didn't say such words in an obscure way, but you still said it openly." When Chen Xing heard Ji Kangwei's words, he didn't show any expression on his face, but he immediately cursed in his heart. He didn't know that Ji Kangwei had also called him shameless in his heart just now. If he knew, Chen Xing would definitely think that he was inferior to Ji Kangwei. They were both departmental cadres, but he felt shameless for Ji Kangwei. Couldn't he have the demeanor of a departmental cadre? "Your son kidnapped and raped a woman, and you shamelessly said such words directly."
"Director Ji, I really don't know much about this matter. However, as the mayor of the Public Security Bureau, I can't really intervene in the case. Director Ji, I really can't help you." Chen Xing said helplessly. Since Ji Kangwei could be so shameless, there was nothing for him to be embarrassed about. Anyway, he would not get involved in this matter no matter what. If he agreed to help Ji Kangwei today, not only would he feel sorry for Jiang Feng, but if the other party knew about it, they would think that he and Ji Kangwei were dirty, which also represented the Zhang family's attitude.
"So, Mayor Chen really won't help me?" Ji Kangwei stared at Chen Xing closely.
"Director Ji, it's not that I don't want to help, but I really can't. I think Director Ji should understand my difficulties." Chen Xing said indifferently.
Ji Kangwei stopped talking. His gloomy face was the best portrayal of his mood at this time. He took a deep look at Chen Xing. Ji Kangwei knew that he couldn't do anything to the young mayor in front of him, and he also couldn't control Chen Xing. Therefore, when Chen Xing showed such an attitude, Ji Kangwei could only suppress his anger in his heart, but he couldn't say any harsh words to Chen Xing.
"Well, I've troubled Mayor Chen today." Ji Kangwei took a deep breath, said to Chen Xing calmly, got up, and turned to leave.
Chen Xing looked at Ji Kangwei's back, shook his head helplessly, and smiled. He knew that it was not so easy for him to stay out of it. It happened in Nanzhou, and it was not so easy for him, the mayor, to avoid it. Today, he had offended Ji Kangwei personally, but this result was better than being involved in this matter.
After a while, Wang Weilin came in. When Chen Xing saw him, he said half-jokingly, "Director Wang, you just went out for a stroll, and you made me offend someone."
"Hehe, Mayor Chen and Director Kang Wei didn't have a good talk?" Wang Weilin saw Ji Kangwei go out with a gloomy face just now. He didn't need to think to know the result of their conversation. As for the lunch just now, Wang Weilin didn't even think about it.
"Director Wang, you just helped me roast on the fire. You have to help me as much as you can, or I will bear a grudge." Chen Xing said with a smile.
"As long as I can help Mayor Chen, I will try my best." Wang Weilin nodded with a smile, and didn't mention Ji Kangwei anymore.
"With Director Wang's words, I feel much better. Director Wang, our Nanzhou plans to apply for the subway project. How is the approval process going?" Chen Xing finally had a chance to tell him why he was here.
"Mayor Chen, you wanted to see me for this?" Wang Weilin looked at Chen Xing with a bitter smile.
"Of course, I only know Director Wang, my old friend. Of course, I can only look for you." Chen Xing said with a smile.
"Mayor Chen, I have to go to work. I'm afraid I don't have the strength to do this. Even if I am still in the committee, the help I can offer is limited. Also, you and Director Ji … Sigh, the department that Director Ji is in charge of has more authority in the approval and approval of these big projects." Wang Weilin looked at Chen Xing. The meaning of his words was self-evident.
"So, I got myself into big trouble?" Hearing this, Chen Xing was a little dumbfounded.
Maybe, but this kind of thing is not decided by Director Ji. But if you don't get along with him, what's the saying? You can't do anything right, but you can only spoil things. This matter is not easy to deal with. Even if you don't consider this factor, the city's light rail project approval is very strict, and it will not be easy to approve. Wang Weilin told the truth.
Hearing this, Chen Xing fell silent. He knew it wouldn't be easy to get approval. His mother-in-law had said it last night, and Wang Weilin's words had confirmed it today. In addition, he had just quarreled with Ji Kangwei, the director of the National Development and Reform Commission. Chen Xing didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He didn't want to get involved in what Ji Kangwei did for his bastard son, but he didn't expect that he would offend someone.
When Chen Xing and Wang Weilin came out of the club, they chatted for a while and then left. Wang Weilin went straight back to the committee. These days, he had been handing over work. After working in the National Development and Reform Commission for many years, he had a lot of work to hand over.
After Chen Xing got in the car, he was a little silent. Wang Weilin's words gave Chen Xing a headache. Ji Kangwei was not a person who didn't bear grudges. If Chen Xing didn't agree to his request today, it was very likely that Ji Kangwei would secretly make trouble for him when he applied for the subway project in the future. Chen Xing could only shake his head helplessly. Some things were out of one's control. You don't look for trouble, but trouble will come to you.
However, the application for the subway project wouldn't be so soon. Chen Xing didn't want to think so much for the time being. This time, Ji Kangwei was in a lot of trouble because of his son. Who knew what would happen in the future?
Mayor, where are you going now? After the car drove out of the alley and drove on the road for a while, Deng Ming, who was in charge of driving, saw that Chen Xing didn't say anything, so he had to ask for instructions.
Let's go to your office in Beijing. Chen Xing looked at the time and said casually.
Well, the mayor's inspection is the biggest encouragement for all the staff of the office in Beijing. Deng Ming heard that and immediately said with a smile.
Chen Xing smiled slightly. The staff of the office in Beijing have it hard. They work outside and make contributions to the city. I think the city should award an advanced unit to you this year.
The mayor's affirmation is the biggest affirmation of our work, which is better than any reward. Deng Ming said with a smile.
As they were talking, Chen Xing's phone rang. Seeing that it was a call from Shao Huadong, Chen Xing immediately picked it up. Huadong, what's up?
Mayor, have you heard that Secretary General Deng will be transferred to replace Secretary Ge? On the other end of the phone, Shao Huadong said directly without any nonsense.
What? Deng Yi? Chen Xing was really shocked. The person who replaced Ge Jian-ming was Deng Yi?
Well, the news just came down. Shao Huadong nodded. He thought that Chen Xing had left for the capital last night, so he should not know about this. It seemed that his guess was right.
He didn't expect it to be him. Chen Xing frowned. Anyone who replaced Ge Jian-ming would be better than Deng Yi, but it was Deng Yi. This was undoubtedly the result that he didn't want to see the most. If Deng Yi was transferred to be the top leader, Chen Xing didn't even think about it. They would definitely get along with each other in the future, and it would be even more troublesome than when Ge Jian-ming was in charge. At least he and Ge Jian-ming would still maintain the same general direction, and they would more or less have something in common. Although they had conflicts, they would try their best to put aside prejudices when it came to work of principle. Now that Deng Yi was in Nanzhou, Chen Xing really didn't know what the situation would be like in the future.
Shao Huadong made this call to inform Chen Xing. Seeing that Chen Xing was absent-minded, Shao Huadong didn't say anything more. He said goodbye to Chen Xing and hung up.
Mayor, what's the matter? Xiao Yuanqing saw that Chen Xing didn't look very good after hanging up the phone, so he asked in a low voice. As soon as Xiao Yuanqing asked, Huang Jianghua and Deng Ming in the car also pricked up their ears to listen.
Deng Yi was going to be transferred to replace Ge Jian-ming. Chen Xing said with a sullen face.
It's him? Xiao Yuanqing was surprised and glanced at his leader. Xiao Yuanqing knew more or less about the conflict between Chen Xing and Deng Yi, and he was secretly worried. How would the secretary and the mayor get along in the future?
It was surprising, but after thinking about it carefully, it was actually reasonable. Chen Xing shook his head. This was bad news for him, but from Fu Youjun's point of view, this kind of transfer was normal. As the head of Nanhai Province, Fu Youjun undoubtedly had to ensure that the organization and personnel were firmly in his hands. Moreover, as the provincial capital, Nanzhou City was naturally valued by the provincial government. Previously, Ge Jian-ming was already on Fu Youjun's side. Now that Ge Jian-ming was transferred to the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection, Fu Youjun couldn't let this important position fall into the hands of an outsider. As his housekeeper, Deng Yi was qualified in terms of seniority and rank, so it was natural for him to be transferred to Nanzhou City to take charge of the work.
The car suddenly fell silent. Huang Jianghua and Xiao Yuanqing were both closely tied to Chen Xing. Of course, they prioritized Chen Xing's interests. Seeing their leader's serious expression, they both fell into deep thought. As for Deng Ming, as the head of the Beijing Office, he didn't need to be too biased. When the previous mayor was still around, he was the head of the Beijing Office. When Chen Xing became the mayor, he didn't need to be too biased. The position of the head of the Beijing Office was somewhat special. Deng Ming knew that he only needed to do the work assigned by the city.
Chen Xing was only silent for a moment before his phone rang again. This time, it was his brother-in-law, Zhang Yi. Chen Xing picked it up casually.
Chen Xing, you're back in the capital, right? Come out and relax, don't be so busy with work. Zhang Yi laughed on the other end of the phone. He didn't wait for Chen Xing to say anything and added, "I'll wait for you at the Grand Hyatt Hotel. Hurry over."
Chen Xing looked at the already hung up phone and smiled bitterly. This Zhang Yi … wasn't he afraid that he wouldn't be free?
Deng Ming, let's go to the Grand Hyatt Hotel. Chen Xing raised his head and ordered Deng Ming.
Alright. Deng Ming nodded without hesitation. Seeing that Chen Xing probably wasn't going to the Beijing Office, Deng Ming didn't ask any further.
The car arrived at the Grand Hyatt Hotel. Chen Xing got out of the car and waved to Huang Jianghua and Xiao Yuanqing. You two are free to do whatever you want. There's nothing for today. I'll call you if there's anything.
When the two heard this, they knew that their leader had some private matters to attend to. Without another word, they got into the car and left with Deng Ming.
Chen Xing looked around but didn't see Zhang Yi. He was about to make a call to ask when Zhang Yi's specially modified Hummer stopped in front of him. Zhang Yi, who was sitting in the driver's seat, smiled and waved at him.
Where are they going? When they got into the car, Chen Xing asked curiously.
You'll know when we get there. I'll bring you to something exciting. You probably haven't had one before. Zhang Yi grinned.
Oh. Chen Xing nodded his head. He wasn't really interested in playing. Zhang Yi happened to be beside him, so he quickly asked about Wang Weilin. "Second Brother, did you know that Director Wang Weilin is going to be transferred to Dongning City?
Really? I'm not sure. I'm not from the Central Organization Department. Why would I pay attention to these things? Zhang Yi smiled and shook his head.
If he left, he would have one less acquaintance to work at the National Development and Reform Commission. Chen Xing furrowed his brows.
Connections are made by people. If Wang Weilin left, who else could it be? Zhang Weilin and Li Weilin? Zhang Yi smiled. But now that the Lin family is in charge of the National Development and Reform Commission, it's bad news for us. He'll be Third Uncle's biggest competitor in the future.
Chen Xing nodded. The Third Uncle mentioned by Lin Zhenxing was his father-in-law, Zhang Guohua. Now that Lin Zhenxing was in charge of the National Development and Reform Commission, and Zhang Guohua was the second generation core of the Lin family, he would definitely get the full support of the Lin family. Now that Zhang Guohua had been promoted to the top leader of Jianghai Province, many people would probably compare his performance with Lin Zhenxing in the future. This year's party congress was very crucial for his father-in-law, and Chen Xing was secretly worried for him.
Zhang Yi drove the car to a five-story building next to the park. In the capital, which was full of skyscrapers, this place seemed a little different. The entire building's outer wall seemed to be made of tempered glass. Chen Xing looked up and saw a large sign that said "Shooting Club".
Second Brother, are you bringing me here to play shooting? Chen Xing rolled his eyes.
If Zhang Ningning found out about this, he would come after me with a kitchen knife. Zhang Yi smiled.
Chen Xing shook his head and smiled. Zhang Yi's words were not proper. He walked in with Zhang Yi. When he saw a few people who were about to leave, Chen Xing stopped in his tracks. Yang Zhen? Chen Xing's eyes flashed with a trace of surprise. What a coincidence. The capital was so big, but he could still meet an old friend from Hai City.
Mayor Chen? Yang Zhen also saw Chen Xing. He also did not expect to meet Chen Xing in such a place. His face was full of surprise, followed by joy. He quickly walked toward Chen Xing.
Why, do you know each other? Zhang Yi turned his head and glanced at Chen Xing.
Yes, an old friend of Hai City, the Director of Hai City Municipal Public Security Bureau. Chen Xing nodded.
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