The cool mountain breeze blew gently. It was a rare sunny day in winter. The scorching sun hanging high up in the sky added some warmth to the cold winter. This was a good weather for an outing. Chen Xing also seized half a day of leisure from his life. He pushed away a day of work and gave himself a day off.
At the small lake in the suburbs, the wind blew gently. The grass and trees swayed gently. Everything was green and lush, making one feel relaxed and happy.
Li Yong sat leisurely in the car. Today, he drove Chen Xing over. It was a rare day of rest. God knows where Huang Jianghua was. However, the key point was that Chen Xing had asked Huang Jianghua not to come. This made Li Yong feel a little proud. This made him feel that he was more trusted by Chen Xing and closer to him. Although he knew that there was no need for him to compare himself with Huang Jianghua, since their roles were completely different. However, this was the mentality of humans. They liked to compare themselves with others.
As he smoked, he rested his feet on the steering wheel and listened to music. From time to time, he would look into the distance. Li Yong was some distance away from the small lake. The leader seemed to be fishing with a woman. The other party had arrived first. However, Li Yong probably saw the back of a woman, so he stayed far away.
Today's weather is so good. It's the right decision to bring you out to fish. Yang Hong sat beside Chen Xing and smiled. Chen Xing was wearing a sun hat and staring intently at the water.
Shh. Chen Xing smiled and made a shushing gesture. He pointed to the water. Did you see that? It seemed like a fish had taken the bait.
When Yang Hong heard Chen Xing's words, she stared at the surface of the water. She saw a small circle of ripples on the surface of the water. It looked like fish were swimming underwater, but it quickly calmed down. Yang Hong watched for a while. She wasn't really interested in fishing, so she was already yawning.
Chen Xing, I didn't know that you were so interested in fishing. If I had known, I would have asked you out to fish more often. Yang Hong smiled.
Fishing was also a test of patience, and impatient people often couldn't sit still. Chen Xing smiled.
Are you saying that I'm impatient? Yang Hong pursed her lips and rested her chin on her knees. She stared at Chen Xing.
Only you know if you have patience or not. Chen Xing smiled and glanced at Yang Hong. Fishing was just like being an official. The more impatient and restless one was, the harder it was to catch fish and the more difficult it was to become an official.
Ah, fishing is related to being an official, then I have to focus on it. Yang Hong smiled tenderly. The bright and beautiful sunlight shone on her face. Her snow-white face shone brightly, causing one's heart to sway.
Chen Xing looked at Yang Hong's face for a while and smiled. You asked me out to fish today, but you don't seem to be interested.
I didn't know where to invite you to play, so I thought of fishing. I heard that you leaders all like to fish. It seems that this is true. After listening to your words just now, it was as if I was enlightened. No wonder leaders can become leaders. It turns out that they are well-versed in the art of fishing. Yang Hong said with a smile. She had only thought of fishing on a whim. She still remembered that when she was the Deputy Director of the Nanzhou City Education Bureau, the Deputy Mayor Zhang Xinjun, who coveted her beauty, had once asked her out to fish. He had even given her a long speech. Yang Hong still felt it was ironic. Zhang Xinjun had gone to jail, but she was still fine. Fishing, fishing. Many people didn't catch any fish, but she became bait.
Yang Hong's words were strange. Chen Xing found it funny, but he didn't say anything.
Chen Xing, actually, I've heard people say something similar to you before. Yang Hong smiled.
Oh, who said that? Chen Xing asked with interest.
Zhang Xinjun. Yang Hong smiled. She thought about it carefully, then said, "But it's not quite the same as yours. Anyway, fishing and being an official are interlinked."
Then tell me, what did Zhang Xinjun say? Chen Xing had a deep impression of this former Deputy Mayor of Nanzhou, who had been taken away by the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection.
What did Zhang Xinjun say? Anyway, that bastard was very talkative. He even summarized a set of fishing rules. He said that everything has its rules and rules, and many are interlinked. Although they are different on the surface, the internal rules are the same. He said that the so-called fishing rule is to use the smallest benefit to obtain the biggest benefit. Using a few small earthworms as bait to catch a few big fish. This is using a small to catch a big fish, but it is also like gambling. You might lose everything, but no matter what, you have to invest first. If you don't even use bait, then you won't be able to catch any fish. Just like officialdom, if you want to climb up, you have to invest first. Invest money, invest feelings, invest connections, etc. If you invest well, you will get double the returns. If you invest poorly, then you will lose everything. Yang Hong laughed. Zhang Xinjun's wish was probably like this. These words had left a deep impression on her.
What a good fishing rule. Zhang Xinjun really saw through it. Chen Xing squinted his eyes and smiled. Zhang Xinjun's words were indeed insightful. Chen Xing agreed with him. Being in politics, wasn't it the same as Zhang Xinjun's fishing rule? You have to give up something in order to gain something in return. Using a small to catch a big fish, using tricks to defeat the strong. The purpose of everything was to maximize one's own benefit. The officialdom was complicated, but when it came to people, it was the same.
He saw through it too thoroughly, so he sent himself into it. Yang Hong giggled. I feel that people sometimes can't live too clearly.
Chen Xing smiled and fixed his gaze on Yang Hong. He agreed with Zhang Xinjun's so-called fishing rule. Looking at Yang Hong and scrutinizing his relationship with her, Chen Xing asked in a seemingly joking manner, "Yang Hong, is this fishing rule applicable to you and me?"
Yang Hong was a little dazed. She met Chen Xing's gaze, which seemed to be able to see through one's heart. Yang Hong's mouth opened slightly. She understood what Chen Xing meant. There was a trace of unnaturalness in the depths of her eyes, but it quickly disappeared. She smiled coquettishly and rolled her eyes at Chen Xing. Annoying. You're talking about someone else. Why are you talking about me?
Chen Xing smiled and retracted his gaze from Yang Hong. At this moment, what Yang Hong had just said was true. Sometimes, people just couldn't live too clearly. It was better to be a little muddle-headed.
Yang Hong smiled and tried to use her smile to cover up the faintly discernible awkwardness. She knew that her relationship with Chen Xing was actually an investment in Chen Xing's feelings and connections. She needed to get what she needed in return. Even if she had to invest her own people, she wouldn't mind. Because she would get an equivalent or even more valuable return. According to Zhang Xinjun's fishing rule, she used herself as bait to get the most out of it. However, she couldn't say such things out loud. She also couldn't say it out loud. Otherwise, it would be boring.
Chen Xing didn't continue the topic. This made Yang Hong heave a sigh of relief.
In the blink of an eye, another year had passed. Time really flies. Yang Hong smiled lightly.
Indeed, time was the most valuable thing, but it was also the least valuable thing. Chen Xing sighed.
You're going back to Sea City for the New Year, right? Yang Hong smiled.
He should go back. But there were only one or two opportunities a year. Chen Xing smiled.
"Chen Xing, you've only been transferred to Mountain Gaze for more than two months, but you've already achieved good results. I guess the people of Mountain Gaze are very lucky to have you as the Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee." Yang Hong squinted at Chen Xing and said with a smile.
Whether there were achievements or not, whether the people supported him or not, it was the people who had the final say. If the people said it was good, it was really good. Chen Xing smiled slightly.
The wind blew across the lake, stirring up circles of ripples. The fishing hook on the surface of the water was pulled down from time to time. Chen Xing narrowed his eyes … The fish had taken the bait. In this realistic and utilitarian society, everyone was an angler and also a fish waiting to be hooked.
In the dim hotel room, the curtains were tightly drawn. Faint light shone in through the gaps between the curtains. There was some light on the ground in front of the window, but the whole room was still dim.
Huang Jianghua lay quietly, hugging the woman beside him. Huang Jianghua suddenly felt proud and high-spirited.
Lin Siyu's skin was very good. It was white and delicate. A young girl's skin was flawless. It was smooth and full of elasticity.
Huang Jianghua didn't expect that he would get the girl in front of him, nor did he expect that their relationship would develop so quickly. From the first time Lin Siyu asked him out privately to the two of them lying together like this, it was really fast. However, compared with Huang Jianghua's pride, Lin Siyu was more numb and at a loss. Leaning in the arms of the man beside her, Lin Siyu couldn't tell what she felt. She didn't like him, nor was she moved. The smile and joy on her face were all fake.
Siyu, you're going back to Nanzhou for the exam tomorrow, right? I have some money in my bag. You can take it with you later. Huang Jianghua caressed Lin Siyu's smooth skin and smiled. He really loved this little woman now. From the moment the two of them had sex, when Huang Jianghua knew that he was her first man, Lin Siyu's position in his heart was completely different. She didn't hold back at all. What else could he be picky about?
No, it's not like I don't have money to spend. Brother Chen, it's better for you to keep it for yourself. You need money too. Lin Siyu said softly.
Heh, why would I need money? People will send me food and necessities. People will rush to pay for me when I go out to eat. If I didn't have my own principles, there would be many people sending money to my house. It's just that I don't accept it. Huang Jianghua smiled and curled his lips.
Brother Chen, you're really a good official. Nowadays, there aren't many officials who aren't greedy. Lin Siyu said with a smile.
I'm not an official. I'm at most an errand boy. Huang Jianghua said with a smile.
Brother Chen, don't be modest. I heard from the people in the general office that when the county's secretary or county head comes up, they have to greet you politely. Which errand boy can get such treatment? Besides, you're the deputy director of the general office. Lin Siyu's finger naughtily poked at Huang Jianghua.
To put it bluntly, I'm just an errand boy with a higher status. Huang Jianghua laughed at himself. Although Huang Jianghua said that, he didn't feel inferior. Instead, he had a sense of superiority in his heart. To be the secretary of the top leader was something many people wanted to do. In the end, he was lucky. When Chen Xing was the mayor of Nanzhou, if he didn't choose him as the secretary, he wouldn't have such a glorious life now. He was just an errand boy, but sometimes his words were more useful than a deputy mayor. The room was silent.
Huang Jianghua didn't lack money, nor did he need it. His usual salary had never been touched. He wasn't rich, but he was content with a little bit of wealth. He didn't particularly crave money. At his age, when he had the opportunity to go further in his official career, Huang Jianghua cared more about his future. As long as he had enough power in the future, he didn't need to worry about money. Huang Jianghua was very clear about this, so he was also very principled. He never did things that required money.
"Take the money later. Your mother is in the hospital and needs a lot of money. How can your monthly salary be enough?" Huang Jianghua smiled and patted Lin Siyu's arm. Chen Xing asked him to investigate Lin Siyu in private, and Huang Jianghua had already done so. It turned out that Lin Siyu was innocent. Her mother was indeed hospitalized with a tumor. Lin Siyu also came out to work early to earn money, but she still had to take care of her studies. Such a self-reliant and sensible girl was really lovable.
"Even if it's not enough, I don't want to take Brother Chen's money. I don't want Brother Chen to look down on me and think that I'm with Brother Chen for money." Lin Siyu pouted.
"Silly girl, you think too much. Your Brother Chen is not a rich second generation. How can he think like that?" Huang Jianghua shook his head with a smile. Looking at Lin Siyu's cute pouting face, he couldn't help but kiss her. "This little girl is really lovable."
"Even if he doesn't, I don't want it." Lin Siyu shook her head very resolutely.
"Hey, you silly girl, what should I say to you?" Huang Jianghua smiled helplessly. He wondered if Lin Siyu would have other thoughts about him. Huang Jianghua frowned slightly. He liked this little girl very much, but Huang Jianghua knew that it was impossible for the two of them to be together. He and Shen Huining had already confirmed their relationship, and now they were working hard to get married. There was no problem for him at all. All he needed was Shen Huining's nod. As long as Shen Huining agreed, the two of them could get married immediately. Being with Shen Huining was for his own future. Would Chen Jiang give up his own future for a woman he liked?
"Siyu, I have to tell you that I have a girlfriend. It's impossible for the two of us to be together." Huang Jianghua thought of something and said to Lin Siyu. It seemed that he was afraid that Lin Siyu didn't understand what he meant. Huang Jianghua thought for a while and said, "How should I put it? I mean, it's impossible for the two of us to have a normal relationship like a man and a woman. Do you understand what I mean?"
"Brother Chen, I know that I don't expect to be your girlfriend, as long as you have me in your heart." Lin Siyu said in a low voice.
Huang Jianghua was a little touched. He really liked this little girl more and more. He slightly tightened his arms and hugged Lin Siyu tightly. Huang Jianghua felt that this little girl was too cute. Thinking that he could live a life where the red flag at home and the colorful flags outside, Huang Jianghua was a little excited. This was a beautiful life. He had been working for so long, and finally he could start to enjoy life a little. Everything he had was derived from the power in his hands. No, it couldn't be said that. It should be said that it was derived from his current identity and the halo of power on Chen Xing. As a leader's secretary, Chen Xing's halo of power also enveloped him. Through this shortcut, he could get things that many people couldn't get in their lifetime. This was the benefit of power. This made Huang Jianghua more and more eager for power. He didn't want to be just a secretary all the time.
"Siyu, don't worry. I'll always have you in my heart." Huang Jianghua vowed solemnly.
"Well, as long as Brother Chen has me in his heart, I'm willing to follow Brother Chen all the time." Lin Siyu said with a firm face.
"Siyu, you'll feel wronged. Are you really willing to do this?" Huang Jianghua looked at Lin Siyu.
"I'm willing. Who asked me to like you and give myself to you?" Lin Siyu lowered her head and leaned into Huang Jianghua's arms. When she said this, she didn't know what she was thinking. Many people said that women would have special feelings for their first man. However, Lin Siyu didn't feel anything. She didn't know what she felt for Huang Jianghua. Perhaps she didn't dislike him, but she didn't like him either. The two of them were so close to each other and hugged each other so intimately. Lin Siyu didn't even feel her heart beating. This was her first man, but her heart seemed to have died. Lin Siyu only knew that this was the beginning of a nightmare. There was no heart, only fear, endless fear.
Huang Jianghua didn't know what Lin Siyu was thinking at this moment. Hugging this delicate and lovely girl, Huang Jianghua felt very satisfied. Deep in his heart, Huang Jianghua felt that this was the life he really wanted.
"Siyu, your skin is so good." Sliding his hands on Lin Siyu's body, Huang Jianghua praised.
She was still young, of course, her skin wouldn't be bad. She wasn't an old woman in her forties or fifties. Lin Siyu said in a sweet voice.
As she said this, she pressed down Huang Jianghua's dishonest hands. Lin Siyu said calmly, "Brother Chen, I have a friend who encountered a problem. Previously, he asked me if I could help him because I work in the Municipal Party Committee. I said that I'm just a contract worker of the Municipal Party Committee. I have no power or influence. How can I help him? Brother Chen, do you think it's convenient for you to help him?"
"What's the matter?" Huang Jianghua frowned.
"It's not a big deal. His car was detained by the Public Security Bureau because he violated the rules. At that time, he said a few words out of anger and offended the police. So, they detained his car and refused to let it go. So, my friend came to me." Lin Siyu said carefully. "He also gave me an envelope. He said that I can't help him. It's up to me if I can help him find some connections. This time, he offended the police, but he wasn't forced."
"His car was detained?" When Huang Jianghua heard this, his brows immediately relaxed. He didn't want to use his power to do anything out of line, nor did he want to stretch his hand too far. Because he knew he had to keep a low profile now. He couldn't use his identity as Chen Xing's secretary to fool around. Otherwise, before he could have a bright future, Chen Xing would replace him first, and in the end, he would really be drawing water with a sieve like drawing water with a sieve.
What Lin Siyu said was just a small matter. Huang Jianghua agreed readily. "Xiao Lin, leave it to me. I'll talk to the Public Security Bureau later. I promise that your friend's car will be released immediately."
"Okay, Brother Chen, you're the best." Lin Siyu said happily. As he spoke, he seemed to suddenly think of something. Lin Siyu sat up on the bed, took the bag on the bedside table, and took out an envelope from it. "This is from my friend. He said that he would give it to whoever helps him. Brother Chen, take it."
"What is it?" Huang Jianghua seemed to have guessed something, but he still asked.
As expected, there was money in the envelope. Huang Jianghua took it and weighed it. He knew that there should be about 10,000 yuan in it. Curling his lips, Huang Jianghua said, "Siyu, return it to your friend."
Big Brother Chen, this is the reward he gave you. If you help him with his task and return the money to him, he will definitely not take it back. Lin Siyu said.
"Tut, it's just a small matter. Besides, he's your friend. I can't not help him because of you." Huang Jianghua said with a smile.
"Brother Chen, I'm me. His business is his business. These are two different things. He has money, so just accept it." Lin Siyu said to Huang Jianghua in a spoiled manner.
"I can't accept this money." Huang Jianghua shook his head and smiled. He glanced at Lin Siyu and said, "Siyu, aren't you still in school? How can you have such a rich friend? He can just give someone 10,000 yuan to do something for him."
He was a classmate of mine in junior high school. He was an ignorant and incompetent hooligan in school. After he graduated from junior high school, he stopped studying and went out to work. Later on, he started his own business. I heard other classmates say that he made a fortune. Anyway, from the way he dressed, he looked like a big boss. I reckon that he must have a lot of money. Brother Chen, just accept his money. It would be a waste not to accept money from that kind of person. Lin Siyu said with a smile.
"She's your classmate. If your classmate hears you saying that behind her back, she'll probably say that you're not being nice." Hearing Lin Siyu's explanation, Huang Jianghua understood and said with a smile, "I'm not being nice.
It's him who said that he'll pay whoever helps him. He doesn't know any leaders in the Public Security Bureau. Brother Chen, since you helped him, it's only right that you take the money. Besides, I'm much closer to Brother Chen than I am to him. Of course, I'm thinking for Brother Chen. " Lin Siyu blinked her eyes playfully.
Huang Jianghua grinned. He liked what Lin Siyu said at the end. He was overjoyed. This little girl was now wholeheartedly devoted to him. He was her first man, so the little girl's feelings for him were indescribable.
"Brother Chen, just accept it. It's just a little money. You can't help him for free without getting paid. That kind of nouveau riche should be slaughtered." Lin Siyu shook Huang Jianghua's arm and said with a sweet voice.
Huang Jianghua was a little hesitant. Ten thousand was not a little money, but he didn't care about it. He was a person who valued his future more than money. He didn't want to be involved in these things.
"Brother Chen, just accept it. It's just a little money. You can't let him get away with it. How can you do things for free?" Lin Siyu said again.
Huang Jianghua smiled helplessly. Looking at the lovely little girl in front of him, Huang Jianghua finally said, "Okay, okay, I'll accept the money." As Huang Jianghua said, he gave the money to Lin Siyu and said with a smile, "But I want to give this money to you. You have to accept it. Otherwise, I don't want it."
"Ah?" Lin Siyu was stunned for a moment. She rolled her eyes and said with a smile, "Then I don't want this. I want what Brother Chen prepared for me in your bag. That is Brother Chen's money."
"Is there any difference, you little girl?" Huang Jianghua didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
"Of course there is a difference. Brother Chen, what you prepared for me is your sincerity for me. I care more about that." Lin Siyu said with a sweet voice.
Hearing this, Huang Jianghua curled his lips and smiled. This little girl could always say something he liked to hear. Putting the money aside, Huang Jianghua accepted the money tacitly.
…
In the evening, after the sun set, the temperature dropped sharply. It was several degrees colder than during the day. Chen Xing put on an extra coat. When he went fishing with Yang Hong in the suburbs during the day, he only wore a long-sleeved shirt. At night, Chen Xing also felt a little unbearable.
In the office, Chen Xing reviewed a few documents. General Office Director Wei Sida came in and glanced at the documents on the table. Wei Sida said, "Secretary Chen, this year's Spring Festival meeting of the veteran cadres is set on the 11th. Do you think it's appropriate?"
The 11th? Chen Xing frowned and calculated carefully. The 11th was exactly one week before New Year's Eve. This time was just right. He couldn't help but nod. "Okay, after the General Office sets the date, inform other leaders."
"Okay." Wei Sida nodded. With Chen Xing's approval, the date could be set. According to the rules of previous years, the meeting was not only attended by the leaders of the Standing Committee of the Municipal Party Committee, but also the main leaders of the four municipal teams. There were many retired veteran cadres in Wangshan City. The oldest one was over 90 years old.
Wei Sida walked out and happened to meet Lin Siyu walking in. Wei Sida glanced at Lin Siyu's face. With a faint smile on his face, his eyes involuntarily stared at the way Lin Siyu walked. At the thought that this was Chen Xing's office, Wei Sida's heart tightened and he quickly walked out.
"Secretary Chen, have a cup of hot water." Lin Siyu poured a cup of hot water for Chen Xing.
"Xiao Lin, you're going back to Nanzhou tomorrow, right?" Chen Xing replied with a smile.
"Yes, tomorrow." Lin Siyu nodded.
"Then I wish you a complete success in the last exam." Chen Xing smiled. "I hope to hear the news of you getting a scholarship next year."
"Yes, I will. I will work hard for the last exam." Lin Siyu nodded vigorously. "When I get the scholarship, I will treat Secretary Chen to a meal."
"Okay, then I will wait for your good news." Chen Xing's face was full of smiles. This little girl was very diligent. After Huang Jianghua confirmed that what Lin Siyu said to him was true, Chen Xing no longer had any doubts about Lin Siyu. Perhaps she was just a little girl that Wei Sida happened to recruit. There were not so many conspiracy theories in this world. Moreover, Lin Siyu's diligence and cleverness made him quite fond of her. Chen Xing admired this sensible and strong little girl.
Watching Lin Siyu go out, Chen Xing stared at her back and soon withdrew his gaze. This little girl was a little different from before. Chen Xing didn't know what was different, but he felt that she was different from before. There was a different luster on her face. That kind of charming little girl was like a young wife who had just experienced the world … Shaking his head with a smile, Chen Xing thought to himself, "As the dignified Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee, when did I become so gossipy and boring?" He had never asked about Lin Siyu's private affairs, but it was normal for such a diligent, gentle and beautiful girl to have a boyfriend. Nowadays, how many college students haven't fallen in love? He had nothing better to do. If he had the leisure time, he might as well pay more attention to the people's livelihood.
"Secretary, are you going to work overtime tonight? Do you want me to prepare dinner for you?" Huang Jianghua walked in.
"No need." Chen Xing smiled and waved his hand. "I won't work overtime tonight. It's rare to have a day of relaxation. If I work overtime at night, it will be boring."
"Secretary, you give yourself a day off. I can also secretly relax." Huang Jianghua said with a smile.
"Xiao Huang, is there any good news recently? Why do I see that you are in high spirits?" Chen Xing smiled and glanced at Huang Jianghua.
"No … no, I am like this every day. When I work with you, leader, I always tell myself that I must be full of energy to work every day." Huang Jianghua said with a smile.
"Xiao Huang, you are good at talking. I haven't heard any news recently. It seems that there is no chance for me to attend the wedding banquet of you and Miss Shen during the Spring Festival."
"Secretary Chen, I am still working hard on this." Huang Jianghua smiled. "Once there is good news, I will definitely inform Secretary Chen first."
As the two were talking and laughing, Chen Xing's cell phone rang. He looked at the number. It was Xue Jinbao. Chen Xing smiled and picked it up. "Jinbao, haven't you come back from Lishan County?"
"Chen Xing, Miss Fan and I have encountered some trouble in Lishan County. For the time being …"
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