Although Li Weijun was wretched and ugly, he was not stupid. In fact, he was a little smart. When Luo Qiulin introduced Liu Shuangyan to him as his girlfriend, and Liu Shuangyan agreed, he felt dizzy. However, he was not dizzy from this "happiness" that fell from the sky. After a moment of confusion, he immediately realized that he might have become a "taker". He was helping Luo Qiulin's "big boss" take over Liu Shuangyan's hot potato!
He analyzed that something must have happened between Liu Shuangyan and the "big boss." He had to get Liu Shuangyan married as soon as possible to avoid affecting his political future. And he, as an honest county party member who was in his thirties and still unable to find a wife, had become the best "taker" for Luo Qiulin and the "big boss."
After thinking this through, Li Weijun did not feel sad. On the contrary, he was ecstatic. It seemed that his good luck had come! If Liu Shuangyan was really the "mistress" of the big boss, as long as he agreed to marry her, it would be like solving a big problem for the big boss. He would definitely look at him differently in the future. At the same time, his boss, Luo Qiulin, would also take care of him from now on. It was like he had found two solid backers all of a sudden!
More importantly, Liu Shuangyan's sister, Liu Feiyan, had already become Luo Qiulin's lover. If he chose to marry Liu Shuangyan, it meant that he and Luo Qiulin had become in-laws. It meant that he had joined the "circle" formed by the big boss and Luo Qiulin. It would be impossible for him not to get promoted and get rich in the future. Moreover, Liu Shuangyan's father, Liu Hong, was already one of the wealthiest people in Taolin County. He was also a well-known "Big Brother of the Underworld". To be able to become his son-in-law was something worth bragging about …
When Huang Zeke said this, Lu Tao interrupted with a little confusion, "Mayor Huang, are Li Weijun's thoughts and psychological activities just your guess, or is it true?"
Huang Zeke smiled and said, "It's not my imagination or guess. It's what Li Weijun said when he was drunk and told others about his inner troubles. This was because he knew very well that everyone in the county and county government knew about Liu Shuangyan's relationship with the original 'big boss'. They were also laughing at him behind his back for picking up the 'big boss's' used shoes. It was an open secret, and it did not matter whether he spoke of it or not. Therefore, under the pretext of getting drunk, he poured out his troubles and troubles to a few friends whom he thought he could trust. Little did he expect that one of them would repeat his words. Haha! "
Lu Tao was still a bit confused. "According to what you said, this Li Weijun came from a very poor family. Before he was in his thirties, he had been depressed. Luo Qiulin and the others also thought that he was an honest and reliable 'taker'. According to common sense, a village boy like him who came from a poor background and was oppressed by others for many years should understand the hardships of life and know how to be humble and give in. Why has he become so decadent and arrogant now? "
Huang Zeke shook his head and said, "Little Lu, you're still young and not in the political circle. You don't understand the ugliness of human nature. In the past few years, I have seen many cases of corrupt officials falling from grace. I have also analyzed the mentality of many low-level officials. I found a relatively common problem: The poorer the background of an official, the more hardships they had in life when they were young, the more shocking their degree of corruption and depravity would be. Moreover, the more those who had been suppressed, ignored, and looked down upon, the more they would like to put on the airs of an official, and the more they would like to bully and suppress those who were lower in rank than them. Li Weijun was such a classic example!
"Later, I've also analyzed the psychological transformation process of these officials. I think that the main crux of their corruption is the 'compensation mentality'. When they were young, their families were very poor. Once they became officials and had power, they would do everything possible to make money. They even have a perverted obsession with money. Subconsciously, they wanted to make up for the regret of lacking money when they were young. And those who had suffered a lot of disdain and cold treatment, once they became rich and powerful, they would double the bullying and cold treatment they had suffered to those who were lower in rank than them, and even ordinary people. Therefore, we often see that some officials who came from poor families, even if they're just a small section level cadre, their official status is even higher than that of the provincial governor or minister. What's more, they like to show off in front of their subordinates and people, as if they're afraid that people don't know that they're some secretary or bureau chief."
Speaking of this, he picked up the wine glass and took a sip of bayberry wine to moisten his throat. He continued, "I've also analyzed the reason why Li Weijun was willing to be the 'taker'. In fact, it's very easy to understand. Under that situation, Li Weijun was a very humble person. He had no money, no power, and no backing. I reckon that Luo Qiulin and the others would not even bother to look at him. It was impossible for him to join Luo Qiulin's circle of power. However, as long as he agreed to marry Liu Shuangyan, temporarily gave up his dignity, endured the ridicule and comments of others, and willingly worked for the 'big boss' to solve his problems, he could get the appreciation of the big boss and his immediate superior, Luo Qiulin. He could smoothly enter their circle of power, and he could also get the money of Liu Shuangyan's family. This was a deal that killed two birds with one stone.
"In other words, in this incident of being the 'taker', Li Weijun only lost the little 'dignity' that was originally not much, but he may have gained power, wealth, and a beautiful wife. It turned out that he had indeed made the right move. Under Luo Qiulin's urging, he and Liu Shuangyan only dated for a month before getting married. Half a year later, he was promoted to the deputy section chief of the general affairs department of the county party committee office. Later, as the big boss and Luo Qiulin continued to be promoted, his position also continued to be promoted. From the deputy section chief to the section chief, to the deputy director of the government office, to the town mayor, and then to the secretary of Dalong Town. At the same time, his wealth also continued to increase as his father-in-law's business grew bigger and bigger. Some people say that his wealth now is at least tens of millions, so he has a nickname, 'Secretary of Millions.' "
Lu Tao was still a little confused. He continued to ask, "You just said that his wife, Liu Shuangyan, is his biggest weakness. Why?"
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