Everyone believed that this statement was made up; how could Secretary Zhou say something so narrow-minded?

Xu Chunliang said, "At no moment should we let the country suffer a loss, and at no moment should we let the common people suffer a loss. We, as individuals, can take a loss, but we must never allow those ill-intentioned profiteers to take advantage of the country and its people!"

Xu Chunliang’s words were powerful and resounding, as if Secretary Zhou himself were speaking.

Qin Zhengyang also found these words reasonable, but he couldn’t be sure if they were actually spoken by Secretary Zhou. No matter how well said, he couldn’t openly agree, in case Secretary Zhou didn’t actually say them and it was all concocted by Xu Chunliang—what a joke that would be!

"Xiaoxu said it well." This was Qin Zhengyang’s cunning; if Secretary Zhou spoke, he didn’t hear it, but he certainly heard Xu Chunliang saying it.

Xu Chunliang said, "I don’t have that level of ability; it’s what Secretary Zhou said. I’m just trying my best to implement Secretary Zhou’s ideas."

Qin Zhengyang cursed Xu Chunliang silently for being inconsiderate. You’ve completely killed the conversation; how do I follow up? I can’t deny Secretary Zhou in front of all these people.

Qin Zhengyang said, "That’s why we must use our imagination and political wisdom to solve the current challenges. With our joint efforts, all problems will be solved effortlessly."

After Qin Zhengyang finished speaking, he dismissed the meeting. Everyone was left baffled; the meeting ended in vain. Xu Chunliang, being young and fearless, used Secretary Zhou’s name to bolster himself, leaving Qin Zhengyang unable to continue the meeting. The concluding remarks were all platitudes, sounding lofty, yet offering no specific solutions.

After the meeting, Zhou Hongyuan went to Qin Zhengyang’s office. Filled with indignation, he burst out as soon as he entered: "Secretary Qin, this Xiaoxu is too rude! How could he speak like that? I just had one meeting with him, and he decided the handling strategy for Huayuan and Da Heng, which has nothing to do with me. What he said just now was clearly trying to drag me down."

Qin Zhengyang chuckled, "Old Zhou, calm down. With your mindset and experience, you let a young man rile you up?"

Zhou Hongyuan said, "It’s hard not to be angry. He distorts the truth and speaks nonsense. I was dragged to that meeting that day by him. Only now do I realize, apparently, he had already thought it through and was waiting for me here. How unjust is that?"

Qin Zhengyang thought, you’re not unjust at all. Isn’t it a fact that the issue arose during your administrative duty? Delegating the task to Xu Chunliang doesn’t mean you can completely shrug off responsibility. Zhou Hongyuan is just like this, habitually retreating when faced with issues, lacking ambition and responsibility.

Qin Zhengyang said, "Old Zhou, regardless of whether he drags you along or not, should a major incident occur, not just you—even I would have to bear responsibility."

These words from Qin Zhengyang deflated Zhou Hongyuan because he knew they were true.

Zhou Hongyuan said, "I’m not shirking responsibility, but Xiaoxu’s actions make me very uncomfortable."

Qin Zhengyang said, "Young people naturally have some arrogance. We focus on the matter, not the person. Objectively speaking, Xiaoxu is quite capable."

Zhou Hongyuan also acknowledged this point. Xu Chunliang not only had ability but also courage. Anyway, he couldn’t handle him, and going by the situation in today’s meeting, Qin Zhengyang might not be able to control him either.

Zhou Hongyuan said, "Being too aggressive is never good."

Qin Zhengyang nodded and said, "If they all stop operations now, we’ll suffer the most."

Zhou Hongyuan said, "Your meaning is to urge them to resume operations promptly?"

Qin Zhengyang said, "We’re fortunate it’s during the holiday period. If it were a working day, the impact would be significant. I suggest we shorten the rectification period to quickly get everything back on track."

At this moment, Vice Secretary He Qiweng arrived. Lately, he has been in charge of publicity, a role previously held by Zhang Yiben. After Zhang was transferred to Ancient Spring Town, He Qiweng took over, with the new propagandist Lu Guangsheng handling the specific tasks.

He Qiweng greeted them both. He came to discuss the surge in negative news about Da Heng, feeling that all their negative news had exploded over the past two days, and Jiang Ailian’s two sons had decided to formally sue Da Heng.

Zhou Hongyuan said, "This matter is a bit strange. When Jiang Ailian first committed suicide, all the blame was directed at Huayuan Group. Now, the wind suddenly changed."

He Qiweng said, "Let’s speak factually: Da Heng’s promotional work indeed has significant issues. Take Hot Spring Town, for example. I wasn’t aware we had hot springs on Weishan Island. They even claim there are over a hundred of them. If the buyers pursue this, it could constitute sales fraud."

Zhou Hongyuan said, "I heard Huanyan Health and Da Heng have been having a hard time recently. Rumors suggest they are tight on cash flow and their funding chain has broken."

Qin Zhengyang said, "You yourself said it’s a rumor, so don’t take it too seriously. The urgent task is for them to implement the Weishan Island project. Both groups have taken possession of the best parts of Weishan Island. If their projects go unfinished, how can we talk about a national-level tourist resort?"

Zhou Hongyuan said, "So, not only must we not let them stop construction, but we also need them to resume work quickly and expedite construction. Only when the promised projects are all completed can we feel at ease." 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚

Qin Zhengyang said, "Everyone should still work in their areas. Old Zhou, follow up on Da Heng’s issues, help them find and solve problems quickly. Their theme park project must be expedited."

Zhou Hongyuan nodded. As long as he wasn’t paired with Xu Chunliang to work together, it was fine.

Qin Zhengyang assigned the matters related to Huayuan Group to He Qiweng. Of course, it wasn’t for He Qiweng to directly negotiate with Huayuan Group but for Xu Chunliang to discuss, with He Qiweng assisting.

After dividing up the work, the two left together.

Qin Zhengyang planned to browse some related news. Just as he turned on his computer, Lv Aihe from the Party and Government Comprehensive Office came over, seeking Qin Zhengyang’s signature.

Xu Chunliang had chosen Mei Ru Xue’s office and, acting first without reporting, moved in using the key Mei Ru Xue gave him, creating a fait accompli.

Upon hearing Lv Aihe mention this, Qin Zhengyang couldn’t help but laugh. He instructed Lv Aihe to bring the paperwork over and signed it promptly.

Lv Aihe said, "Actually, Vice Mayor Zhou originally planned to move in. He intended to clean up and move after the New Year, but Vice Mayor Xu claimed it first."

Qin Zhengyang said, "It’s just an office. As long as it meets the requirements, any room is the same. If Old Zhou likes it, he can have it after Xiaoxu leaves."

Lv Aihe asked, "How long is this Vice Mayor Xu staying with us?"

Qin Zhengyang thought for a moment and said, "Not quite sure." He initially planned to talk to Xu Chunliang, but recalling Xu Chunliang’s behavior at the meeting today, it seemed unnecessary.

During lunch, he ran into Xu Chunliang at the cafeteria.

Qin Zhengyang proactively carried his meal tray and sat down opposite Xu Chunliang.

Xu Chunliang said, "Secretary Qin, didn’t you go home after the meeting?" Since it was still a holiday today, he asked.

Qin Zhengyang shook his head and said, "The leadership has given me tasks. I can’t leave until the issue is resolved."

Xu Chunliang said, "It’s all our fault as the deputies for not doing our job well enough. If we had tried a bit harder, you, as the leader, wouldn’t have to work so hard."

What he said wasn’t wrong, but others wouldn’t say it so bluntly. Qin Zhengyang was amused by him.

Xu Chunliang glanced at Qin Zhengyang’s meal tray, which wasn’t much different from his own.

Qin Zhengyang laughed, "Are you getting used to the cafeteria food here?" In fact, the cafeteria was also working overtime today.

Xu Chunliang said, "It’s not bad as long as there’s food to eat. If you didn’t come, the cafeteria would be closed."

Qin Zhengyang laughed, "Are you giving me feedback here?"

"If I were to give feedback, it would be to the cafeteria. To be honest, the food quality is a bit lacking, not as good as the hospital’s cafeteria."

Qin Zhengyang said, "If you’re not used to it, you can go back home to eat. It’s not far anyway."

Xu Chunliang felt there was a deeper meaning in his words, took a bite of rice, and said, "I can’t show favoritism; I have to stay consistent with the leadership."

Qin Zhengyang asked, "When did you meet Secretary Zhou?"

Xu Chunliang said, "I misspoke today. These matters should be kept confidential, otherwise, people might misunderstand. My work in Hu Shan Town has nothing to do with Secretary Zhou."

Qin Zhengyang thought that he was just trying to cover up, wasn’t it obvious? With a calm smile, he said, "Secretary Zhou is so busy, he certainly can’t manage this side."

Xu Chunliang said, "I’m quite familiar with Secretary Zhou and his family. He’s always taken good care of me. I have a bit of a temper and often cause trouble, and several times he’s helped me smooth things over."

Xu Chunliang intentionally said this for Qin Zhengyang to hear. Qin Zhengyang was dubious; if what he said were true, then his relationship with Secretary Zhou was indeed quite special.

Qin Zhengyang said, "I remember Secretary Zhou has a son who’s still in school, right?"

"Are you talking about Deming? He’s pursuing a graduate degree in Capital City."

At this point, Qin Zhengyang believed about eighty percent of what he said.

Xu Chunliang deliberately asked, "Secretary Qin, did someone ask you to put in a good word?"

Qin Zhengyang shook his head.

"Then it must be higher-level leaders putting pressure on you."

Qin Zhengyang said, "In our line of work, we don’t fear pressure. By the way, give me the lowdown, how long do you plan for Huayuan to halt construction?"

Xu Chunliang said, "It depends on their attitude. This time, with such a big incident, they first sent the branch secretary, Tan Haiyan, to negotiate, and later sent Wu Fajun, the deputy general of Huayuan Health. This shows their lack of sincerity."

Qin Zhengyang nodded in agreement, believing that handling this matter at least required the Huayuan Health director or Zhao Feiyang to appear. Sending a deputy wasn’t enough.

Qin Zhengyang asked, "Who’s in charge of the Healthy Elderly Care Hospital project?"

Xu Chunliang said, "The person overseeing the project’s safety and quality is listed as Tang Tianyi, the son of the president of Huayuan Group, according to the documents."

Qin Zhengyang asked, "Didn’t he come?"

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