Ceng Gaoqiang rushed into the hotel, came out of the elevator, and trotted a few steps to the private room. He knocked on the door lightly and pushed it open, panting slightly. When he saw Deng Yi, his face was full of smiles, and his attitude was humble. Secretary Deng.
After greeting Deng Yi respectfully, Ceng Gaoqiang turned around and nodded to his brother-in-law, Chen Tongjin.
Why are you so late? Chen Tongjin looked at Ceng Gaoqiang with dissatisfaction.
He went to the countryside in the morning and came back in a hurry. Ceng Gaoqiang answered with a smile and sat down in an empty seat. He poured himself a glass of wine without delay and stood up. Secretary Deng, I apologize for being late.
After saying that, Ceng Gaoqiang drank up the whole glass of wine.
Comrade Gaoqiang is too polite. This is a private dinner. Don't make it too serious. Just relax. Deng Yi smiled calmly.
Ceng Gaoqiang nodded with a smile, but he was muttering in his heart. He said that after drinking a glass of wine.
Although Ceng Gaoqiang was grumbling in his heart, the respect on his face did not decrease at all. Ge Jianming had left, and Deng Yi had arrived. They had once again built a relationship with Deng Yi. This was a happy event. As long as they could grasp the situation well, they might be able to profit from it. Although Deng Yi had the intention to use them, they also had the intention to fish for benefits from Deng Yi. Everyone had their own intentions, and it all depended on who was more skillful.
Gaoqiang, although you are in the Municipal Government, you should report to Secretary Deng Yi in the future. Chen Tongjin turned around and said to Ceng Gaoqiang.
Of course, I will actively report to Secretary Deng in the future. Ceng Gaoqiang nodded with a smile.
The work of the government is the responsibility of Mayor Chen Xing. Comrade Gaoqiang should report to Mayor Chen Xing. Deng Yi glanced at Chen Tongjin and Ceng Gaoqiang and said with a smile.
The Party committee leads the government, so it is right to report to Secretary Deng. We should follow the Party. Ceng Gaoqiang smiled.
In the private room, Deng Yi's carefree laughter came. Ceng Gaoqiang's words made Deng Yi happy.
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Chen Xing finished his meal and came out of the hotel. Deng Erming respectfully sent him to the door of the hotel. Mayor Chen, take care.
Well … Chen Xing nodded slightly. He looked at Deng Erming with a puzzled expression. He had thought that Deng Erming must have invited him for lunch because he had something to ask of him. For the sake of Tan Zheng, he had no choice but to come. After all, Tan Zheng had asked him to take care of Deng Erming before he left. He did not expect that Deng Erming would only talk about some interesting things during lunch and did not ask for anything.
Chen Xing waved his hand at Deng Erming, indicating that he didn't need to see him off. Then, he got in the car and left.
Xiao Li, return directly to the Municipal Government. In the car, Chen Xing ordered the driver, Li Yong.
In the Municipal Government, Chen Xing was going through some documents. Huang Jianghua came in halfway and poured a glass of water for Chen Xing. Then, he left silently.
At around two o 'clock, Xiao Yuanqing came in with Chang Zhijian, who had been promoted to the deputy mayor of Anshun District.
What is it? Chen Xing raised his head and glanced at Chang Zhijian. He was the one who mentioned Chang Zhijian. Chen Xing was very straightforward with his words.
Mayor, the resettlement housing project for the cancer village is nearing completion. Chang Zhijian said.
Hmm. Chen Xing nodded and looked at Chang Zhijian, waiting for him to continue.
After a while, Chang Zhijian did not speak.
Zhijian, didn't you say that you have something to report to Mayor Chen? Xiao Yuanqing frowned. He had already sensed that something was amiss with Chang Zhijian. However, the latter said that he had something to report to Chen Xing, so Xiao Yuanqing still brought him over. Seeing that Chang Zhijian wasn't saying anything, a hint of doubt flashed across Xiao Yuanqing's eyes.
Mayor, there are people in the district who are very dissatisfied with me when they see that I am only focused on the resettlement houses. Some people are secretly scolding me as your henchman. Now, they even want to audit the funds and land for the resettlement houses. Isn't this … isn't it obvious that they are going against you? Chang Zhijian gritted his teeth and said.
When did this happen? Chen Xing's face darkened.
Just two days ago, the district committee formed an audit team under the instructions of Secretary Zhang Yuan. Chang Zhijian lowered his head. I didn't want to disturb Mayor Chen, but after thinking about it, I felt that I should report to Mayor Chen. They said that they want to investigate me, but it is obvious that they are trying to embarrass Mayor Chen.
The funds for the resettlement housing project were mainly allocated by the city's finance department. At that time, the Chengguan Subdistrict only provided a portion of the funds and land for the resettlement housing project. If Zhang Yuan wants to investigate, let him investigate the city. Let's see if he has the guts to do so. Chen Xing slammed the table and stood up, his face full of anger.
Xiao Yuanqing and Chang Zhijian did not expect Chen Xing to be so angry. Both of them were shocked, especially Chang Zhijian. The sound of Chen Xing slamming the table caused his heart to tremble, and he lowered his head even more.
Zhijian, why did Zhang Yuan form an audit team to investigate? To investigate the Chengguan Subdistrict where you previously worked? Xiao Yuanqing looked at Chang Zhijian, puzzled.
Yes, he wants to investigate the Chengguan Subdistrict, but he doesn't have the guts to do so. Hence, he can only pick on a pushover like me. Chang Zhijian nodded, his tone full of grievance. The Zhang Yuan he mentioned was the Anshun District Committee Secretary.
After Xiao Yuanqing asked, he didn't say anything else. He glanced at Chen Xing and let out a sigh. Chen Xing might have been infuriated, but he wasn't someone who could be easily fooled. It would be fine if Chang Zhijian was innocent. However, if Chang Zhijian wasn't innocent and went to Chen Xing to stir up trouble, Xiao Yuanqing wouldn't dare to think about the consequences for Chang Zhijian.
Xiao Yuanqing was right. After his anger subsided, Chen Xing frowned and stared at Chang Zhijian. Deputy District Mayor Chang, when you were the Chengguan Subdistrict Office Director, did the Chengguan Subdistrict Office provide the funds and land for the resettlement housing project? Was there really no problem?
No … no problem. Chang Zhijian shook his head, his attitude firm.
Alright, I understand. Go back first and focus on your work. Chen Xing waved his hand.
Chang Zhijian was taken aback. He opened his mouth and wanted to say something, but when he saw Chen Xing's expression, he closed his mouth.
After Chang Zhijian left, Chen Xing turned to look at Xiao Yuanqing. Yuanqing, what do you think?
Zhang Yuan knows that the resettlement housing project for the Cancer Village is your focus. Logically speaking, he should not be so unwise as to cause trouble. Moreover, he should not have the guts to do so. Xiao Yuanqing pondered. He actually had his own opinion. Chang Zhijian's behavior was a little strange. It was impossible for Xiao Yuanqing not to have other thoughts. However, as he had a good relationship with Chang Zhijian, Xiao Yuanqing did not want to question him now.
Zhang Yuan might not have the guts to do so, but if he had someone backing him, he might dare to do so. Chen Xing snorted coldly.
In the past, Zhang Yuan had given others the impression that he was a well-behaved, honest, and low-key person. As the Party Secretary of the district, many people thought of him as a nice guy. No one expected him to suddenly jump out and do something like this. Xiao Yuanqing said.
The more honest and low-key a person is, the more hidden he is. Chen Xing curled his lips. Oh right, do you have any opinion on Chang Zhijian?
After a moment of silence, Xiao Yuanqing shook his head. Not at the moment.
Because of the resettlement housing project, I have a good impression of him. I hope he will not disappoint me. Chen Xing narrowed his eyes and promoted Chang Zhijian to the position of Deputy District Mayor. A deputy divisional level position was nothing, but Chen Xing did not want to make a mistake.
Alright, you should go back to work. Chen Xing said to Xiao Yuanqing.
Soon, only Chen Xing was left in the office. He paced back and forth on the spot. Chen Xing thought for a moment and quickly put this matter aside. If Zhang Yuan wanted to cause trouble, then let him. He could use this opportunity to observe who was supporting him and whether Chang Zhijian was really clean. There was no need for him to be in a hurry to speak up.
Near evening, Chen Xing left the Municipal Government and drove to Jiang Wan's restaurant. Jiang Wan's restaurant business was booming, and Chen Xing was happy for it. He did not have many social engagements at night and was used to going to Jiang Wan's restaurant. Although he did not have the mentality of hating the old for the new, Chen Xing could not deny that he had been going to He Li and Chu Rong's place less often. He would always go to Jiang Wan's place out of habit.
It was not a good thing to have too many women. Sitting in the car, Chen Xing shook his head helplessly. All men liked to conquer beautiful women. Different women would arouse a man's interest. He was still young and could handle it. In the future, when he was old, even in his forties, he would not be able to do it again. However, the women around him were all charming. He Li's passion, Chu Rong's gentleness, and Jiang Wan's shyness, all of them made Chen Xing unable to extricate himself.
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Listening to the sound of the waves hitting the table and the beautiful light music, Chen Xing sat in the private room that was usually reserved for him. He faced the sea and looked at the magnificent waves. His heart was exceptionally calm. Humans were like the sea, their hearts could be infinitely broad. As long as one had a dream, even the sky was not the limit.
Chen Xing, don't you have any guests for dinner tonight? Jiang Wan pushed the door open and walked in.
I usually go to Jin Du Hotel for social engagements and come here alone to relax. I don't want to disturb the peace here. Chen Xing said with a smile.
"That won't happen. There are also guests downstairs. In fact, it's also very noisy." Jiang Wan said with a smile.
"No matter how noisy it is downstairs, at least it's still a peaceful place here." Chen Xing smiled. "Just give me two home-cooked dishes for dinner. Something light."
"What? You have so many social engagements and are used to eating delicacies. Now you like to eat vegetarian food?" Jiang Wan laughed. "It's a good life to be the mayor."
"How about we exchange jobs?" Chen Xing said with a smile.
"No, I can't afford it. It's more suitable for you to benefit the people." Jiang Wan shook her head and said with a smile. "I'll go to the kitchen and ask the chef to make two dishes that suit your taste. I'll bring them up later."
"For such a small matter, you can just make a phone call. Do you need to go down in person?" Chen Xing glanced at Jiang Wan.
"I'm afraid the chef can't do it well. It's better to go down and give the order myself." Jiang Wan said with a gentle smile.
Hearing that, Chen Xing could only smile helplessly. He didn't know what to say to a beautiful woman who loved him so much.
After saying that, Jiang Wan went out. In the corridor, Jiang Wan met a woman who forced her to stop. It was Li Jie. She met He Li and Chu Rong last time when they went to see Zhang Xin's concert. Since then, she often went to He Li's cafe and often brought her friends to eat in her restaurant. Jiang Wan didn't have a good impression of her, because she always seemed to test the relationship between them and Chen Xing, intentionally or unintentionally. If it weren't for this, she might have been very moved by the fact that she often brought her friends to support her.
"Sister Wan, I seem to have seen Mayor Chen coming up just now." Li Jie stopped Jiang Wan and asked in a low voice, with a happy face.
"Did he?" Jiang Wan calmly replied with a question.
"Didn't he? "Sister Wan, I saw Mayor Chen get out of the car in the private room with my own eyes. I think I'm still young." Li Jie smiled proudly. "Sister Wan, I want to go in and propose a toast to Mayor Chen. You won't object, will you?"
"Of … of course not." Jiang Wan frowned and forced a smile. "Mayor Chen is in the leftmost private room. Let me take you in."
"Okay." Li Jie nodded, and the smile on her face became wider. "Sister Wan, if you want to take care of the restaurant, go ahead. I can go in by myself."
"It doesn't matter. My subordinates can take care of the restaurant." Jiang Wan shook her head.
Taking Li Jie into Chen Xing's private room, Jiang Wan was actually very reluctant. Whether it was because Li Jie was too thoughtful or because of a woman's possessiveness, Jiang Wan didn't want too many women to get close to Chen Xing. However, she also knew that it was inappropriate to refuse her.
"Mayor Chen, a friend wants to see you." Jiang Wan knocked on the door and walked in. She had already changed the way she addressed Chen Xing.
When Chen Xing saw Jiang Wan return, he glanced at Li Jie. A trace of surprise flashed in his eyes. He could still recognize her. That night in the private room of the concert.
"Does Mayor Chen still recognize me?" Li Jie's eyes shone with an inexplicable light.
"I remember. Didn't you go to the concert with He Li and the others that night?" Chen Xing nodded with a smile.
"I didn't expect that Mayor Chen still remembers me. I'm honored." Li Jie's face was full of joy. "Mayor Chen, I haven't formally introduced myself to you. My name is Li Jie. My husband is the vice president of the No. 1 Highway Company. I often hear him talk about you at home."
"Is that so?" Chen Xing was surprised for a moment, then nodded with a smile.
At home, I've heard my husband talk a lot about you, Mayor Chen. You're an extraordinary person. Ever since you came to Nanzhou last year, there have been many changes in the city. He says you're a good mayor who genuinely works for the people. Li Jie chattered on.
Chen Xing smiled calmly and nodded from time to time. No one didn't like to hear good words. However, Li Jie mentioned her husband as soon as she came. She also described her husband as a person who admired him very much. Chen Xing didn't know whether it was true or not, so he just listened to her talk.
"Mayor Chen, you haven't eaten yet, right? I wonder if I can propose a toast to Mayor Chen later?" After Li Jie finished speaking, she saw that Chen Xing didn't say anything. She rolled her eyes and smiled.
As she spoke, Li Jie intentionally stood in front of Chen Xing. Her body unconsciously leaned forward. She was wearing a white low-necked dress, so her skin was exposed.
"Sister Li, didn't you invite friends to dinner in the private room? Aren't you afraid of neglecting your friends by staying here?" Jiang Wan said. She didn't know whether Li Jie's action was intentional or not, but she was a little unhappy.
"It's okay. Those people are old friends. Even if I'm not here, they won't say anything." Li Jie smiled. "Right, I'll go to the restroom first."
After Li Jie finished speaking, she turned around and left. In fact, there was a restroom in the private room, but Li Jie didn't seem to notice it. Jiang Wan didn't want to remind her either. She couldn't wait for Li Jie to go out.
At the end of the corridor was the public restroom. After Li Jie walked in, she looked left and right. After entering a small cubicle, she picked up her phone and called her husband.
"Qi Jun, I'm at the Red Bay Restaurant. Mayor Chen is here. Come quickly."
"Mayor Chen?" "Which Mayor Chen?" The person on the other end of the phone was clearly a little drunk. The surroundings were filled with the sound of people yelling and playing finger-guessing games.
"You bastard, how many Mayor Chen can there be in Nanzhou City?"
"Really? You can get in touch with him?"
"Of course it's true. Come quickly. The opportunity is right in front of you. If you miss this opportunity, there won't be another one." Li Jie urged.
After ending the call with her husband, Li Jie let out a light sigh of relief. She came out of the restroom and symbolically washed her hands. Li Jie looked at herself in the mirror. The woman in the mirror, how charming was she? Li Jie looked at herself in a daze. She didn't lose to He Li, Chu Rong, or even Jiang Wan.
In this life, she hadn't been rich, but she hadn't suffered. Now, she could be considered to be living the life of a rich woman. Li Jie murmured. "But isn't this heart the most unbearable for a woman?"
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