Reborn as a Noble’s Son
Chapter 1136 - Chapter 1136 Chapter 1092 Nuclear Power Company

Chapter 1136: Chapter 1092: Nuclear Power Company Chapter 1136: Chapter 1092: Nuclear Power Company At that moment, Fang Yuanshan pondered briefly before smiling and saying, “Secretary Nie, here in Jingcheng, your connections are far deeper than mine. When the time comes, running off to various departments will undoubtedly require Secretary Nie’s considerable effort. The grand future of Hongjiang rests on Secretary Nie’s operations.”

Hearing this, Nie Zhenbang laughed heartily, looking at Fang Yuanshan and saying, “Old Fang, I guess you mean to say that I’ve visited eight different ministries in one day. This reputation is now widely known, a notorious spread far and wide.”

Fang Yuanshan also started to laugh. At that moment, he sensed a different style from the past tense relationship with Nie Zhenbang when they were drawn swords and ready bows. Back then, he was gloomy all the time. Every day, his mind was not on how to better develop Hongjiang’s economy, but on how he might turn the tables. In the end, it all became an international joke. He himself almost got caught up in it.

Now that they had opened up to each other, Fang Yuanshan felt extremely relaxed. On the issue of economic development, both sides shared the same goal. At this level, everyone needed a substantial track record of political achievements to pave the way and advance their careers.

Nie Zhenbang needed such accomplishments to push his career forward, and the same went for himself. A person in his forties, nearing fifty, couldn’t afford to linger too long in the position as a provincial governor. It would affect his future prospects. Therefore, he, too, needed to demonstrate his capabilities through his achievements.

Whether it was waiting for Nie Zhenbang to be promoted and leave, or taking charge elsewhere, all these required a record of achievements to pave the way.

At this level, the factors from above had become very subtle. Everyone’s ranks were nearly the same; up there, you have your backers, as do I. It was a mutual equivalence. The push from below was even more negligible. At this time, what mattered most were personal charisma and political achievements. Good performance meant everything was negotiable. With equivalent status, having more achievements than others meant having one more opportunity than they did.

This shift in thinking not only altered the situation in Hongjiang but also changed the delicate relationship between them. At this moment, Fang Yuanshan felt an unprecedented sense of ease; he didn’t have to be overly cautious, fearing he might slip up.

In terms of development, Fang Yuanshan no longer had to rush for quick results. Instead, he could sit down calmly and think quietly about the development of Hongjiang.

Looking at Fang Yuanshan, after the joke had passed, Nie Zhenbang spoke earnestly, “Old Fang, you might not understand or be familiar with me enough. In terms of development, I have always emphasized sustainable development, which coincidentally aligns with the national policy. No development can serve as an excuse to destroy the environment.”

At this point, looking at Fang Yuanshan, Nie Zhenbang’s gaze appeared very sincere as he continued, “Old Fang, let me give you an example. Have you heard of the Rhine River? During the industrial development in Germany and France, they pursued development one-sidedly without considering environmental protection. In the end, the Rhine River in those countries’ regions was no longer beautiful, but turned into a smelly ditch. Afterwards, the governments of both countries spent a huge price, much more than the initial cost of damage, to finally manage it properly.”

Hearing this, Fang Yuanshan nodded and said, “Secretary Nie, I understand what you mean. The environment is for all eternity. We can’t only consider our present and not worry about what will happen to our descendants in the future. Perhaps, the fate of the vanished Loulan awaits us.”

Nie Zhenbang nodded in satisfaction, stood up, and said with a smile, “Old Fang, in a word, the development of Hongjiang is our common mission. Whenever you need me, I’m completely available.”

After finishing, Nie Zhenbang lifted his wrist, looked at the time, and said, “It’s getting late, go back and rest well.”

In the early hours of the morning, Nie Zhenbang finally returned to Emerald Elegance Pavilion. He took out his exclusive access card, swiped it in the elevator, and pressed the button for the top floor. The elevator chimed.

As soon as he stepped out of the elevator, the door was opened from the inside, and An Na stood at the entrance, looking at Nie Zhenbang. Without a word.

But at that moment, Nie Zhenbang felt somewhat moved. The life between spouses had been sublimated; there was no drama, only that kind of mutual care and concern that comes from enduring together.

Upon entering the house, An Na took Nie Zhenbang’s briefcase. Just as he changed his shoes, Dong Wan also came out and said, “You’re back, go take a shower first. Li Xue is cooking noodles for you. After so many days, we can finally be at ease.”

After taking a shower and enjoying a heartwarming late-night snack, the atmosphere became somewhat ambiguous. Being away for so many days, it was impossible not to miss each other.

At that moment, Li Lixue stood up, full of charm and allure. After giving Nie Zhenbang a glance, she waved her hand and said, “Husband, you two chat. I’m going to sleep.”

Then, Dong Wan also stood up, looking at An Na and Nie Zhenbang and saying, “I’ll go rest as well.”

At that moment, An Na wrinkled her nose and humphed, “Don’t, Sister Wan, let’s stick together.”

Nie Zhenbang immediately felt troubled, and now, all three women were being reserved. Following that, he stepped forward, one arm around Dong Wan and An Na each, laughing as he said, “Li Xue, that’s great, I’m tired too, let’s all go together.”

Naturally, the romance of the night need not be detailed. The taste of it belonged as a sweet memory among the four of them.

Early in the morning, Nie Zhenbang naturally woke up and stood in the living room to practice his boxing. After a night of madness, even Nie Zhenbang with his strong physique felt a sense of soreness in his back and waist.

He sighed, “Truly, time spares no one.”

“Pfft!” Behind him, the three women also came out in pink, white, and black pajamas, revealing glimpses of their figures, a sudden burst of spring scenery. Dong Wan provocatively glanced over and chuckled, “You’re just realizing that now? You thought you were still a young guy, so undisciplined.”

There, An Na playfully said, “Sister Wan, it seemed like last night, you were pretty formidable too.”

This remark made Dong Wan’s cheeks flush with a bit of embarrassment, but after all, she was no longer a young girl and had lost some shyness in exchange for boldness and audacity. Dong Wan immediately retorted, “Oh, you little minx, weren’t you just as wild?”

At about seven fifty in the morning, Nie Zhenbang walked into his office right on time, and upon entering, he was taken aback to see Fang Yuanshan sitting on the sofa.

Seeing Nie Zhenbang come in, Fang Yuanshan also stood up, smiling as he said, “Secretary Nie, good morning.”

Nie Zhenbang also smiled and said, “Old Fang, this early? Do you have something you need from me?”

Leading Fang Yuanshan into the office and personally serving him a cup of tea before sitting down in the sofa area, Fang Yuanshan began with a smile, “Secretary Nie, I came over this early mainly to report two things to you. One matter is that today I received an invitation from Donggang Li Clan Group, the Warm Deliver Expressway has been intensely constructed for over two years and is now fully connected. The Li Clan Group hopes to organize a completion and opening ceremony and has invited me to attend. I thought it over, what do you think, should you attend as well?”

Nie Zhenbang pondered for a moment but didn’t have any particular thoughts. The Li Clan Group definitely would have informed him, and so he nodded, “Of course, the investment projects of the Li Clan Group are key construction projects closely monitored by the provincial committee, the completion and opening are a big deal. Definitely, I should attend. Is there anything else?”

Fang Yuanshan nodded and continued, “Last night, I suddenly received a call from Fan Hongbo, the chairman of the National Nuclear Power Group. Fan Hongbo implied that somewhere in Hongjiang Province, the geological structure is stable and lies in an earthquake-safe area, making it an ideal site for nuclear power construction. He hopes, if possible, to build a nuclear power station in Hongjiang Province. I’ve thought it over, and the matter has its pros and cons, it’s hard to decide, so I wanted to ask for your opinion.”

A nuclear power station?

Upon hearing this, Nie Zhenbang sank into thought. Unlike ordinary citizens who first worry about the safety of hearing the words “nuclear power” and wonder about the possibility of a leakage, Nie Zhenbang knew clearly that modern nuclear reactors belong to the second or even third generation and are absolutely safe, having undergone extensive experiments and verifications.

Of course, there’s no 100% guarantee in anything. How about Dongying’s technology? Didn’t they still have a severe nuclear leakage incident? That is where the downside lies.

As for the benefits, they are obvious. Nuclear power, as a type of energy plan that is currently being developed and vigorously promoted, boasts high efficiency, safety, and low pollution advantages. Hongjiang Province itself is a province with an extreme scarcity of hydroelectric resources. Using thermal power has a significant environmental impact. With electricity consumption in Hongjiang Province doubling over the past two years, a substantial power shortfall has emerged, and the province urgently needs to address its power issues. However, compared to other provinces, whether Yuedong or the eastern coastal areas, the importance surpasses that of Hongjiang. The power transmission from the State Grid and the Southern Power Grid mostly ensures the supply of developed areas. Hongjiang might be somewhat overlooked.

After pondering for a moment, Nie Zhenbang decided to agree first; no matter the outcome, it was best to start with a discussion. If it were possible to develop nuclear power while ensuring safety, it would hugely promote the development of Hongjiang.

With that in mind, Nie Zhenbang looked up and said, “Old Fang, let’s do this, give Fan Hongbo a call back. Let both sides send representatives to talk first.” (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for it with a recommendation ticket or a monthly ticket on Qidian. Your support is my greatest motivation.)