The pursuit of a position in officialdom

Chapter 714 You are the host and we are the guests

When Yang Wenyuan heard Cai Zhenxiang's criticism, he immediately realized that he had made a mistake and admitted his mistake to Cai Zhenxiang. Seeing that Cai Zhenxiang ignored him, he quickly came out to invite Li Wujiang.

"Secretary Li, Secretary Feng, I'm sorry to interrupt your conversation. Secretary Cai invites Secretary Li."

"Okay, Secretary Feng, I'm going to report to Secretary Cai first. Let's talk some other time when we have time." After speaking, Li Wujiang stretched out his hand to shake Feng Min's hand, and then entered Cai Zhenxiang's office.

Cai Zhenxiang had already stood up. When he saw Li Wujiang coming in, he took the initiative to go over and hold Secretary Li's hand and said, "Secretary Wujiang, welcome back to Huayuan."

Li Wujiang was somewhat flattered. He didn't expect Cai Zhenxiang to be so enthusiastic. He also smiled and said, "Secretary Cai, we are lucky that you can work in our Huayuan."

"Sit down, Secretary Wujiang. I criticized Comrade Wen Yuan just now, how could I let you wait outside for so long. In the future, when Secretary Wujiang comes, he can come in directly without the red tape."

Yang Wenyuan was pouring tea for Li Wujiang. When he saw Cai Zhenxiang criticizing himself in front of Li Wujiang, he immediately apologized to Li Wujiang and said, "Secretary Li, I didn't do my job well enough. Please forgive me."

"What did Comrade Wen Yuan say? These are kind words from Secretary Cai. Don't take it lightly. Everyone has his own rules for doing work, and we all understand this."

Cai Zhenxiang did not dwell on this topic for long, but took the initiative to change the topic. At this time, Yang Wenyuan also left the office wisely. "Secretary Wujiang, why don't you say hello when you return to Huayuan? I will arrange for comrades from the Provincial Party Committee General Office to pick you up."

"Huayuan is my hometown. I have worked and lived here for more than 20 years. I come back several times every year. Now I can find the place with my eyes closed, so there is no need to trouble everyone."

"Okay, in Huayuan, you are the host and we are the guests. From now on, in Huayuan, Secretary Wujiang and I will need to work together."

Li Wujiang could tell that Cai Zhenxiang was wooing him. He was not surprised by Cai Zhenxiang's wooing. After all, Li Wujiang still had some reputation in Huayuan. "Secretary Cai's words are very polite. You are the leader of our Huayuan and the backbone of our future development. As long as it is conducive to the economic development of Huayuan, the improvement of social and people's livelihood, and the happiness of the people of Huayuan, I will definitely support it. ,Fully cooperate."

Cai Zhenxiang was a little dissatisfied with Li Wujiang's attitude. Li Wujiang expressed his willingness to support him, but added three benefits to the premise of support, which was a reservation for himself. Although he was slightly dissatisfied, he also knew in his heart that subduing the fierce horse Li Wujiang could not be achieved in just a few words. Li Wujiang is the youngest deputy ministerial-level cadre in the country. He has created brilliance both in Jining and Donghai. He is a proud person and a person who attracts much attention. The most important thing is that he still has a certain weight in Huayuan's official circles. Huayuan officialdom is now leaderless. Li Wujiang's return may break this phenomenon. Therefore, Cai Zhenxiang, as secretary of the provincial party committee, also needs to win Li Wujiang's support. "This time the leaders of the capital transferred you back to Huayuan. This is a blessing for the people of Huayuan. The leaders of the provincial party committee and I are very happy. You are our country's reform pioneer and development model. If you come back, our Huayuan economy will definitely can regain its glory.”

"Secretary Cai, you are looking down upon me. I am not that capable, but I am willing to devote myself to the development of Huayuan even if I die."

"There are not many cadres like you who are willing to do it and know how to do it. Secretary Wujiang, everyone said that you are very good at grasping the economy. Huayuan Province is now in a critical period of development. You must serve Huayuan." The development of Yuan has a good pulse.”

"Secretary Cai, you also know that I have not worked in Huayuan for many years. I am not familiar with the specific economic situation of Huayuan. I still need the provincial party committee to give me more time so that I can better contribute to the development of Bianzhou City. own strength. Of course, we also hope that the Provincial Party Committee and the Provincial Government can support the development of Bianzhou, help Bianzhou reverse the adverse situation, and promote the development of Bianzhou to a new level, so that Bianzhou can play a more important role in the development of Huayuan. "Li Wujiang is relatively conservative and doesn't say so much. After all, Bianzhou's long-term disadvantages are not going away in a day or two. It is impossible to reverse Bianzhou's decline in a short time. He needs enough time to promote Bianzhou's ushering in a new era. New life.

"Bianzhou City is the provincial capital of Huayuan. The development of Huayuan depends on Bianzhou. Only if Bianzhou is good can Huayuan be good. The Provincial Party Committee has high hopes for Bianzhou and hopes that Bianzhou can change the situation as soon as possible and vigorously promote reform and opening up. Seize the day and work on big projects, and use projects to promote high-quality development in Bianzhou. Secretary Wujiang, since you have returned to Huayuan, the provincial party committee hopes that you will take office as soon as possible. Is there any problem? "

"No problem, everything will be arranged by the provincial party committee."

After hearing what Li Wujiang said, Cai Zhenxiang called Yang Wen to the office and asked him to ask Luo Nansheng, secretary-general of the Provincial Party Committee General Office, to come over.

Luo Nansheng arrived at Cai Zhenxiang's office soon. Li Wujiang and Luo Nansheng were not very familiar with each other, but they had met each other once. "Secretary Li, welcome home." Luo Nansheng warmly held Li Wujiang's hands. When he was the mayor of Shangzhou, Li Wujiang was the director of the project department. Ten years later, he was promoted to secretary-general when he was in his fifties. This guy was also promoted to the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee. It looked very impressive. envious.

"Secretary-General, after walking around, our own hometown is better. When we come back in the future, I hope the Secretary-General will take more care of us."

"Take care of me, let alone care. I am the steward of the Provincial Party Committee, serving all leaders. If you need anything, just ask." Luo Nansheng said with a smile.

"Okay, it seems that Secretary Wujiang and Secretary-General Nansheng are also acquaintances, so they can quickly integrate into this big family. Secretary-General Nansheng, Secretary Wujiang has returned, and now Bianzhou needs Secretary Wujiang to take charge of the work as soon as possible. At that time, I mean to organize a meeting of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee tomorrow morning to introduce Secretary Wujiang to everyone, and ask Minister Yiyang to accompany Secretary Wujiang to take office in the afternoon. "

"Okay, I will make arrangements soon. Secretary Wujiang's office and accommodation have been arranged. I will take Secretary Wujiang to take a look at it later. We can make up for whatever is missing."

Li Wujiang chatted in Cai Zhenxiang's office for a while and then took the initiative to leave. Luo Nansheng accompanied Li Wujiang to his office.

"Secretary-general, you have a lot to do at work, so I won't bother you. I am quite familiar with the Provincial Party Committee Courtyard, so I can just walk around by myself." Li Wujiang said politely.

Chapter 715 Long time no see, I miss you so much

"Secretary Wujiang, you and I don't need to be so polite. You and I are both Huayuan people. We will work together in the future and we will take care of each other in everything." Luo Nansheng's attitude was more modest. Li Wujiang was a member of the Standing Committee in his thirties. , at his age, it is hard to imagine where he can go next. I heard that Li Wujiang is a famous person in the capital. It is also a good choice to have a good relationship with Li Wujiang.

"The Secretary-General is right. Huayuan is our common hometown. We, the sons and daughters of Huayuan, have more responsibilities and obligations to contribute to the future development of Huayuan. Secretary-General, if there are any deficiencies in our future work, I still need more corrections from you. "If others respect him a foot, he will respect others a foot. Luo Nansheng hopes for Li Wujiang's support, and Li Wujiang certainly hopes for Luo Nansheng's support.

"Okay, with Secretary Wujiang's words, I have confidence in my heart. I will organize a bureau later to prepare for Secretary Wujiang's return. Secretary Wujiang, how about your office?"

Li Wujiang looked at the spacious and bright office and was very satisfied, "Secretary-General, you are serious."

"Secretary Wujiang, if you need anything, just tell me. Regarding your secretary, the Provincial Party Committee has not allocated it to you for the time being. After you have become familiar with it for a period of time, you can choose it yourself. During this period, Comrade Wang Nan will be responsible for your work for the time being. You serve.”

By asking Wang Nan to serve him, it seems that Luo Nansheng knows something about him. "Okay, thank you Secretary-General for worrying about it."

"Okay, Secretary Wujiang, you need to get used to it first, and I'll arrange other work first. We'll get together in the evening when we have time."

As soon as Luo Nansheng left, Feng Yun came over. Feng Yun took the initiative to make a cup of tea for Li Wujiang and served it to Li Wujiang.

"Feng Yun, you don't need to be so polite between us. Next, I will suggest to the provincial party committee that you follow me to Bianzhou. Before that, you must do your homework early and master the specific details of each city and county in Bianzhou. work to lay a solid foundation for our next work.”

"Okay, Secretary Li, but I think the key to stabilizing people's hearts in Bianzhou is to stabilize people's hearts. Up to now, the comrades of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection are still bringing people from Bianzhou. Now people's hearts are unstable everywhere. I want everyone to devote themselves to work. , which is difficult to achieve in a short time.”

"What you are talking about is indeed a problem. People's hearts are unstable and the earth is shaking. How to concentrate our efforts is a problem we must solve now. Mayor Changgong, it has been a month since he took office, and he has not focused on this issue. Do some work?" The mayor Changgong mentioned by Secretary Li is Song Changgong, the current mayor of Bianzhou.

"Mayor Song has also done some work to mobilize everyone's enthusiasm, but the general environment is there, the situation is not good, and everyone is uneasy. In addition, Mayor Song came from the Provincial Department of Commerce, and he is very concerned about the grassroots level. There are still some shortcomings in the officials’ ideas.”

While Feng Yun and Li Wujiang were chatting, Li Yiyang walked in, and Li Wujiang and Feng Yun quickly stood up to greet him.

"Wujiang, you are finally back. We old comrades have been waiting for this for a long time." Li Yiyang and Li Wujiang gave a big hug.

"Minister Li, I haven't seen you for a long time. I miss you so much. I also said that I would visit you when I settle down, but you came here in person." The relationship between Li Yiyang and Li Wujiang can be traced back to when Li Wujiang first started working. The two have established a profound friendship. Over the years, Li Yiyang has grown from deputy director of the Organization Department of the Provincial Party Committee to director of the Organization Department of the Provincial Party Committee. This difference is a big difference. Li Wujiang knew that Li Yiyang was the legacy left by Lu Donghui and Mu Liancheng. Originally, Li Yiyang was almost reaching his age, but Mu Liancheng and others had to lift Li Yiyang up at the last moment. They hope that Li Yiyang can discover and cultivate more talents for Huayuan in this position.

After Feng Yun poured tea for the two leaders, he said goodbye to the two leaders.

"Wujiang, you and I are not outsiders, and we don't care about these rules. You have grown very fast in the past ten years, and we old people can no longer keep up with your pace." Li Yiyang said with emotion, he was watching Li Wujiang grow up When he got up, he believed in Li Wujiang's ability and believed that Li Wujiang would grow into a towering tree sooner or later, but he did not expect that Li Wujiang would grow so fast.

"Minister Li, my growth is inseparable from the care and care of you old leaders. Without your support, I would not be where I am today. I sincerely thank you. When I return to Huayuan this time, I hope to follow the old leaders and grow in the old world." Under the leadership of the leadership, we will make new contributions to the development of Huayuan.”

"You are now able to take charge of your own business. The future of Huayuan belongs to you young people. When you come back, the banner of Huayuan will be handed over to you." Li Yiyang spoke the truth, and he also knew his age. It was almost time, and he would be satisfied to be able to assist Li Wujiang in the last few years and watch Li Wujiang go higher and further. Now in the officialdom of Huayuan, he is the only one who is struggling to support the old man of Huayuan. Now that Li Wujiang is back, he can relax.

Of course Li Wujiang heard what Li Yiyang meant, which was passing the baton. He hurriedly said, "Minister Li, you are now the leader of our group. We still need you to lead us forward." Li Wujiang knew that at this level of officialdom, if you want to accomplish something, you need a group of like-minded people. Comrade Li Yiyang is his ally. The development of Bianzhou still needs more support from Li Yiyang in terms of personnel.

"Wujiang, this is also what Minister Mu means. He believes that you can make new contributions to the development of Huayuan, and I also believe that you can do it. Now I am handing the baton to you, which is also an attitude of responsibility for Huayuan. But don't worry , I still have two years to go. During these two years, I will keep you in check so that you can charge forward without any worries. I have done so much for Huayuan. Yuan's development is at a critical period, especially with such a big thing happening in Bianzhou. Now you are asked to come back to put out the fire, not to enjoy the blessings. You must also be prepared. "

"Minister Li, having said that, I would like to ask you why Bianzhou's officialdom ecology has reached its current situation?"

"You have been in the officialdom for more than ten years. This is always the case in the officialdom. Power struggles run throughout. However, this power struggle has triggered the exposure of corruption in the officialdom, which has triggered a series of problems. You should also have heard of this woman Shen Xiuwen , a courtesan in the officialdom, single-handedly brought down many men in the officialdom in Huayuan. The trigger this time was this woman. However, the most fundamental reason is that these cadres have corrupt moral character and cannot withstand the temptation of beauty and money. "

Chapter 716 Power struggle, breaking the fortress

"I heard that this woman has a close relationship with Director Wang. Director Wang is a native of Huayuan. How did this happen?"

"Wujiang, I didn't expect you to know a lot. Huayuan has been accustomed to tranquility for so many years. Everyone is working for their own power, and everyone's heart is not united. This has been taken advantage of by people with ulterior motives, which has led to this passive situation in Huayuan. After the fortress of Huayuan was breached, people from various factions entered Huayuan. After you return to Huayuan, you will definitely be the key target of the major factions. How to control the future depends on you like Bianzhou. How do you plan to break the situation?"

"I don't know much about the specific problems in Bianzhou, and I don't have specific ideas at the moment. But the first step is to stabilize the situation in Bianzhou City, unite people's hearts, and reshape Bianzhou's image. Only a good image can Only in this way can the internal unity be united and external people aspire. The second step is to develop around the economy. Both the economy and people's livelihood must be grasped, and both hands must be strong. Bianzhou must not only carry the banner of economic development, but also become a driving force for the people. The benchmark of happiness.”

"Okay, since you know how to catch people's hearts, it means you are mature. The situation in Bianzhou is very complicated, and the situation is not optimistic. Changing gong has problems, but it also has its own strengths. This will test the wisdom of your leader. How to unite the team and lead the team well is the first hurdle you face.”

"Minister Li, speaking of team members, I would like to make a request to you. You see, I went to Bianzhou alone and my work is not going well. Can you see if Feng Yun can be arranged to Bianzhou. We were also old partners before. Let Feng I’m relieved that the cloud will pass.”

"Although Feng Yun is a lesbian, she has good working ability. According to her level, she is qualified to go to Bianzhou, but she is a lesbian after all. You also know that lesbians have many rights and wrongs. Aren't you worried that she will bring you trouble?"

"Others can say whatever they want. As long as it helps me open up the situation in Bianzhou as soon as possible, I will work hard for it."

"Okay, since you said so, I will arrange this matter. The position of secretary-general of the Bianzhou Municipal Party Committee has been vacant, so we will consider the request of a new municipal party secretary. You have such a need, and you are a member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee. I think your request is not difficult. Okay, I won't disturb you anymore. I know that there are many people who want to visit you when you first return to Huayuan, so I won't disturb you at the old place in the evening. , I will take care of you when the time comes.”

After Li Yiyang left, Li Wujiang planned to clean up the garbage himself. Unexpectedly, Wang Nan knocked on the door and came in at this time.

"Secretary Li, put the garbage down and I'll clean it up." Wang Nan snatched the tea cup from Li Wujiang's hand. Li Wujiang accidentally touched her hand, which frightened her and quickly retracted it.

"Wang Nan, you and I are both old classmates. There is no need to be so nervous. We haven't seen each other for so many years. How are your work and life?" Li Wujiang greeted this old classmate with a few words of greetings.

"Secretary Li, everything is fine with me. You are the leader now. It is my duty to serve you well. If you have any requests, just ask me."

Li Wujiang felt that Wang Nan was obviously trying to distance himself from him, which made him wonder if he had offended this woman in some way. But after thinking about it, he found that there was really nothing to offend him. However, there was no room for Li Wujiang to think too much. Wave after wave of people came to visit, including old friends and colleagues. Of course, Li Wujiang's phone kept ringing. Among these old colleagues was Vice Governor Ding Zhongping, who was his old leader, but Li Wujiang had now jumped up and surpassed him, which made him a little sad, but he also praised Li Wujiang's achievements.

"Secretary Wujiang, if you can come back, Huayuan's development will be promising."

"Governor Ding, you still call me Wujiang, and I feel friendly when you call me Wujiang. After so many years, we have come together to work together again. This is fate. There is an old leader like you leading the way. , only those of us who are late comers dare to move forward boldly.”

"Secretary Wujiang, it is a pleasure to work with you. During your years in Nandu, you laid a good foundation for Nandu's economic development. Now Nandu's development is still continuing the reform path you carried out back then." Ding Zhongping I am quite grateful to Li Wujiang. It was because of the foundation laid by Li Wujiang that he was able to rise from the position of Nandu City to the position of deputy governor.

"It is also an honor for me to work with Governor Ding. It is your tolerance and support for me in those years that enabled my growth and the development of Nandu. Nandu is my hometown. I hope Nandu will get better and better." "The conversation between Li Wujiang and Ding Zhongping was relatively simple. After all, the two were colleagues back then, and their relationship with Li Yiyang was far different.

Li Wujiang saw that there were more and more people in the office, so he did not come to the office in the afternoon. After all, he had not officially arrived yet. He planned to visit Su Zhenghai in the afternoon. Su Zhenghai had retired, and he had fully retired. After he retired, he would I grew flowers and grass at home and lived a very comfortable life. When he saw Li Wujiang coming to visit, his eyes were full of kindness.

"Wujiang, come back and take a look at the flowers and plants I planted."

"Secretary Su, you have done a good job of planting flowers and plants. They are green and full of vitality. I didn't expect that Secretary Su, you are also a master of flower planting."

"Boundless, planting flowers and grass also requires a good mind. Flowers and plants cannot grow overnight. They also need careful care, careful care, and a solid foundation before they can break through the ground and sprout, grow step by step, and finally bloom with gorgeous flowers. "

Li Wujiang knew that Su Zhenghai was talking about flowers and plants on the surface, but actually he was talking about how to be an official and how to deal with things. This was what Su Zhenghai had summarized throughout his life. "Secretary Su, what you said makes sense. Every flower and grass shows human nature."

Seeing that Li Wujiang understood it so quickly, Su Zhenghai nodded. "Let's go, Wujiang. I still have some good tea at home that Minister Mu gave me. Let's try it together."

"Secretary Su, you have lived a very elegant life after retirement, with flowers, plants, poems, books, tea, wine and etiquette. I am very envious of you. I will come to your place more often to drink tea."

"It's okay to have tea, but you can't be lazy if you want. There are many people and many things waiting for you."

"Secretary Su, I came here today to ask you for advice on future work. What should I do?" Li Wujiang asked humbly. Su Zhenghai grew up in Huayuan and worked from the grassroots to the Secretary-General of the Provincial Party Committee and the Deputy Secretary-General of the Provincial Party Committee. The secretary has rich experience and a lot of experience. If he can teach Li Wujiang a trick, Li Wujiang will also benefit a lot.

"There are no boundaries, as the ancients said, you can die in the morning if you hear the Tao. There is a tea ceremony for tea, a wine ritual for wine, and people also have human nature. People are different, and everyone's path is also different, so you have your own path, and you don't have to refer to others. , depend on others.”

Chapter 717 Philosophy and Zen

Su Zhenghai's words were very philosophical and Zen-like. This was an unknown side that Li Wujiang had seen for the first time. This may be Su Zhenghai's current mentality. If he retreats, he must retreat cleanly. He cannot say he is retreating, but in his heart he still wants to seize power. Li Wujiang quite admired Su Zhenghai's attitude. "Secretary Su, what you said makes sense. I will understand it after I go back. Secretary Su, I have arranged some meals at Chun Nuan Pavilion tonight, and I hope you will participate."

"When you return to Huayuan, I should be able to take care of you, but I know that you also have many friends in Huayuan, so I won't cause you any trouble during this period. After a while, we can come back together when you are free. Let’s have a homely meal. Now that I’m fasting, I’m not used to eating outside.”

When Li Wujiang saw what Su Zhenghai said, he didn't persuade him any more and chatted with him for a while before leaving. Before leaving, Su Zhenghai told Li Wujiang to let him do it boldly. The people of Huayuan are his strong backing.

Li Yiyang arranged the reception banquet that night in a very discreet manner, just not wanting to bring a lot of speculation or unnecessary influence. However, Tang Jiahe's arrival still made the reception banquet seem more grand. Tang Jiahe is now the executive deputy governor of Huayuan. Today Tang Jiahe was inspecting at the grassroots level and did not have time to meet Li Wujiang. However, after learning that Li Wujiang was back, he rushed back immediately and insisted on getting together with Li Wujiang in the evening. Of course, Li Wujiang had no nerve to refuse. When Li Yiyang learned about the relationship between Li Wujiang and Tang Jiahe, he felt even more relieved. This shows that there will be more help for Li Wujiang on his way forward.

"Secretary Wujiang, I didn't expect that we would get together in Huayuan so soon." Tang Jiahe and Li Wujiang are old acquaintances. They had dealt with each other when they were working in Jining. Tang Jiahe's rapid rise is due to Li Wujiang's recommendation. Inseparable. But looking at the young man in front of me, he was still the secretary next to the leader at first, but now he has grown into a ministerial-level executive and is on an equal footing with himself.

"Governor Tang, this is fate. Jining is your hometown and Huayuan is my hometown. We will meet each other eventually. Today is both a welcoming banquet and a host banquet. Minister Li and I will treat you with good wine and food from our hometown, so that you can feel the hospitality of Huayuan." Li Wujiang said with a smile

"Okay, I have long said that Liuhe Laojiu is a well-known brand cultivated by you. As a Northeasterner, I will taste it and we will have a drink together. Minister Li will be in charge tonight, and I believe that the wine will be drunk fairly." Tang Jiahe said.