Official Career Storm
Chapter 276

Chapter 276: Chapter 276

When Cai Zixiang and Song Guanchao discussed the situation in Dujiang County, they too felt perplexed about the character Lu Xiaotian.

After Secretary Tu boosted the county’s economy, he gained the ability to stand toe-to-toe with County Magistrate Hou.

Under those circumstances, he had the full capability to suppress Lu Xiaotian, creating a safer and more harmonious business environment for Dujiang County.

However, that was not the case.

Lu Xiaotian ran rampant, and the local judiciary in Dujiang County seemed like a primitive lawless land.

But having understood Secretary Tu’s reaction at the standing committee meeting, Song Guanchao suddenly saw the light.

He knew why this was happening.

Because this was exactly what Secretary Tu had intentionally allowed.

Song Guanchao even believed that, had he not asked the Gu Family to cooperate with him in staging this play,

Secretary Tu would have found another way to present Lu Xiaotian’s actions before the leaders of Lingjiang City.

And his reason for doing so was clearly to get back at County Magistrate Hou.

"Deliberate indulgence?"

Wu Qiangwei, puzzled, asked, "What do you mean?"

Song Guanchao did not hide anything, sharing the original analysis by Cai Zixiang with her.

The look Wu Qiangwei gave him was complex.

His analysis offered her a completely new perspective.

Her shock at the moment, matched exactly what Song Guanchao felt when he first heard Cai Zixiang’s analysis.

Perhaps, it was even more shocking.

Because these analyses were coming from the mouth of Song Guanchao.

He was so young, had always been a soldier before, and only entered the establishment a few months ago.

Yet his understanding of politics, his grasp of human nature, far exceeded hers.

She suddenly realized that she couldn’t quite see through Song Guanchao anymore.

Suppressing the turmoil in her heart, she asked, "How did you think of all this?"

Song Guanchao did not conceal it, saying, "A friend helped me analyze it."

Wu Qiangwei let out a sigh of relief and did not inquire further about who his friend was.

If someone could make such a conclusion based on this information, it was obviously no ordinary person.

"Secretary, I will head out now."

"Mhm."

Upon leaving the office, Song Guanchao took out his cell phone and called Wu Ming.

Yesterday, Wu Ming had seen him massaging Wu Qiangwei’s foot.

He knew Wu Ming’s identity, but Wu Ming did not know that he was aware of it.

Therefore, the act had to go on.

"Secretary Song, what’s the matter?"

"Where are you?"

"Outside, what’s up? Does the Secretary need me?"

"I need you, come here."

"Song... *beep beep*."

Song Guanchao hung up the phone.

Wu Ming looked at his disconnected cell phone, his face expressing annoyance.

He knew that Song Guanchao wanted to see him because of yesterday’s incident.

"Uncle Hong, what should I do?"

"What do you mean what should you do? He’s calling you, just go."

"I’m afraid he might hit me."

"If you don’t say anything nonsense, he won’t lay a finger on you."

"But..." Wu Ming felt despair within.

He had come to Lingjiang to help solve his older sister’s troubles but found that he was completely redundant.

Moreover, this Secretary Song had set his sights on him, and he didn’t dare to do anything even slightly improper.

He had never felt so frustrated before in his life.

And to top it off, his sister was siding with him.

...

"Secretary Song, the Secretary-General asks for you," Secretary Xu came over and said.

What does she want from me now?

Lately, Chu Xiao’e had been seeking him out quite frequently.

Luckily, due to the nature of their respective roles, it probably wouldn’t arouse suspicion.

He entered the office, sat down, and Chu Xiao’e immediately said, "At the standing committee meeting, Mayor Zheng was very angry."

She sought out Song Guanchao to discuss the contents of the meeting.

She knew Wu Qiangwei must have spoken to him, but she just wanted to use this as an excuse to see Song Guanchao.

After discussing the affairs of the Standing Committee, Chu Xiao’e suddenly asked, "Do you know about Jinlong Company?"

"Jinlong?" Song Guanchao shook his head.

Chu Xiao’e said, "It’s an automotive manufacturing company, mainly engaged in the research, development, production, and sale of automobiles, modified vehicles, and auto parts."

"Jinlong’s headquarters is in Tianhai City, and they’ve recently been interested in building a new factory."

"Not many people know about this news yet."

"If you’re interested, I can help you set up a meeting with the top executives of Jinlong."

Song Guanchao was somewhat astonished, What is this woman up to, trying to boost my political achievements?

Chu Xiao’e felt uncomfortable under his gaze, her eyes shifting as she said, "If you have time this evening, I can explain more about this company to you."

Right, the old drunkard’s intent is not in the wine, she’s still after my body.

But the help she’s offering is real.

If a sincere collaboration were possible, and they managed to introduce an automotive manufacturing plant to Lingjiang City, it would solve the employment problem for at least a few thousand people.

Indirect employment could even reach tens of thousands.

"I’m afraid I can’t make it tonight."

"Then, let me know when you have time to talk."

"Okay."

When he got back to the office, Wu Ming had arrived and was chatting with Zeng Li.

"Secretary Song," Wu Ming’s smile was faint, no matter how panicked he felt inside, he had to appear calm on the outside, not letting the other see his weakness.

Song Guanchao was expressionless, "Come with me."

Zeng Li was curious, What did Song Guanchao need him for?

Wu Ming followed, but as he saw Song Guanchao enter the stairwell, he felt increasingly uneasy.

He stood at the entrance to the stairway, refusing to go in: "Secretary Song, what did you want to see me about?"

"Come here."

"No, let’s talk here."

He refused to go in no matter what, Song Guanchao was almost speechless with incredulity, is he afraid I’ll get physical?

Song Guanchao asked directly, "Did you see anything yesterday?"

"Yesterday? What did I see? Secretary Song, what are you talking about?"

The kid had a talent for playing dumb.

He walked over, patting Wu Ming’s shoulder, "Have you been to the Secretary’s house recently?"

"No..."

"No? I saw men’s slippers at the Secretary’s house."

"You must have seen wrong."

"Really?"

"Of course! I have my own place outside, why would I stay at the Secretary’s house? It wouldn’t look good for the Secretary if word got out."

"Heh."

Song Guanchao let out a cold laugh, "Don’t spread rumors about what happened yesterday, got it?"

"Understood, definitely won’t spread them... No wait, I didn’t see anything yesterday."

A chill ran down Wu Ming’s spine; he almost misspoke.

Song Guanchao didn’t say anything more, putting on an act was enough.

...

In the city bureau office,

Director Qin was pounding on the table, swearing at Mayor Zheng.

He Kang sat opposite, smoking, waiting for him to tire out before saying, "You can’t really blame Mayor Zheng for this one. Last time I told you to make the call, and you didn’t. Now look, Mayor Zheng had almost secured the investment, but it got messed up. If I were in his shoes, I would’ve scolded you too."

"Could I really have done anything?" Director Qin was agitated, "County Magistrate Hou was my boss, how could I say anything to him? He wouldn’t listen to me even if I did!"

"I don’t know what County Magistrate Hou was thinking, Lu Yijiang has been dead for so many years, yet he’s still cleaning up after his grandson."

"That damn Lu Xiaotian is also a fool, acting all high and mighty these years, really thinks he’s the boss."

"It’s one thing to cause trouble normally, but to act up at such a critical moment, does he want to die early too?"

He Kang flicked his cigarette ash and said, "County Magistrate Hou isn’t that stupid, it might not be him indulging this behavior."

"If not him, then who? It can’t possibly be Tu Zhaorui, can it?"

"Why not?" He Kang suggested, "County Magistrate Hou, being such a shrewd and cunning man, wouldn’t smear pig grease on Mayor Zheng’s face at this juncture. It’s obvious that it’s Tu Zhaorui’s tactic."

Director Qin gaped, he had not considered this possibility.

"Tu Zhaorui, at his core, is the type to bear grudges. You suppressed him too harshly in the early years, now that he’s risen, do you think he won’t seek revenge?"

He Kang shook his head, "Fortunately, Tu Zhaorui still has some restraint, he hasn’t caused an irreparable situation. You could remind... never mind, no need to remind him, County Magistrate Hou knows what’s at stake."

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