I Became a Vicious Supporting Role in the '70s-Chapter 299: Director Fu, You Really Are a Good Person

Chapter 299: Chapter 299: Director Fu, You Really Are a Good Person

Fu Meili saw Shen Meng’s bewildered look and quickly pulled her aside.

"That, this person is the manager of our bus company, this one is the chief financial officer, and this is the secretary from our materials department."

"Ah, a pleasure to meet you."

Secretary Tang almost couldn’t help but laugh out loud when he saw how Shen Meng greeted the others—it was so stiff and obviously unfamiliar.

"Comrade Shen, this is the official appointment letter from the County Committee for your exceptional promotion. From now on, you will serve as Ning County’s Revolutionary Committee Secretary General and Director of the Research Department. The County Committee has already set up a dedicated office for you, and all the necessary supplies have been prepared. You may take up the post immediately, or you can rest for a couple of days before assuming the role, depending on your schedule."

As soon as Secretary Tang finished speaking, everyone in the office was taken aback, but Shen Meng only paused for a moment. To onlookers, it seemed like someone who is destined for great things—to remain so calm in the face of such good fortune was truly impressive.

"Secretary Tang, could you come over for a moment? I have something to ask you in private."

Secretary Tang smiled amiably, thinking she was overwhelmed with joy. He signaled to the others and quickly approached Shen Meng.

"What’s up, Director Shen?"

"Secretary Tang, this title they’ve given me is quite a mouthful, and I don’t really understand it. I’m afraid I might become a laughingstock if I repeat it, so please explain to me, what exactly does this position entail?"

Secretary Tang: "....."

I thought you were unfazed by danger, but it turns out your knowledge is just not up to scratch!!!

"It’s all detailed on the appointment letter, including the specific scope of the role. But let me put it this way—for everyone except some county leaders, you’re the highest authority."

"..... Your words there... the whole County Committee is made up of leaders. Apart from them, what’s left? Just me, a small fry."

"Let me put it like this, Comrade Shen, from now on, the entire county’s Revolutionary Committee directors will follow your orders."

Shen Meng: "....."

Ha, it’s really not a pleasant task. It sounds like they want me to be the laborer, making the whole Ning County’s communes as prosperous as Xiangyang Commune, filling everyone’s pockets, right?!!!

Hard work for one, happiness for tens of thousands!!!

"Secretary Tang, would you say this is a good job? What is Mr. Li thinking, making me work like a laborer for the whole county? He used to be so nice to me, calling me Xiao Meng as affectionately as if I were his own daughter. Has he been deceiving me all this time???"

Secretary Tang: "...how could that be possible? Everyone knows how Mr. Li dotes on you. This position has been hard-earned by his efforts on your behalf, and now you don’t appreciate it?"

Shen Meng: "......"

Why are you acting so guilty, and why can’t you look me in the eyes when you talk???

"Well, there are still matters to attend to with the secretary, so I’ll head back first. Tomorrow, Director Qi asks that you bring Mingyang and the kids over for dinner at her house; don’t forget. She says she misses Ming Kai."

"Haha!"

Secretary Tang, realizing his discomfort after seeing the expression on Shen Meng’s face, sensed maybe their secretary had been somewhat underhanded.

He crammed the appointment letter into Shen Meng’s arms, briefly greeted the people from the bus company, and took off with his group, running as though a dog was chasing him.

Shen Meng felt that the rapport previously developed with Secretary Tang had gone down the drain!!!

The people at the public transportation company congratulated her a few more times.

Shen Meng thought for a moment and decided to finish her last shift, tidy up everything that needed to be put away, and took advantage of the lunch break to slip away to her private space. She gathered some fine fruits, a few packs of chocolate, and several bottles of osmanthus perfume bought from the small commodity market. She gave one bottle to each person in the office, and all the edible gifts were left on the table for everyone to share.

But she prepared a set of skincare products especially for Fu Meili, products that were common yet hard to come by these days.

"Hey, you’re getting promoted and leaving, why go to all this expense?"

"It’s the least I can do, Director. I’ve been here for such a long time, and you have taken such good care of me. Leaders say nice things, but I know only you truly care about us frontline workers."

Fu Meili was flattered and somewhat carried away.

"What’s so big about it? I’m your leader, so it’s totally normal for me to care about you. Soon you’ll be an official employee at the county government. If we need to seek your help in the future, you can’t refuse to lend a hand!"

Shen Meng blinked and said, "As long as it doesn’t involve principle errors, doesn’t harm others’ interests, or doesn’t involve money or murder, I’ll still offer help if I can."

Fu Meili: "......"

Isn’t that just a roundabout way of saying no???

"Well then, that’s good. You know what, I happen to be free today, so let’s have dinner together tonight, my treat. Once you leave, we won’t have many chances to gather like this, and next time we meet, even our statuses will have changed."

"Okay, Director Fu, I will let the sisters outside know. I need to make a trip to the county hospital later and inform my girlfriends, so why don’t they all come, and we’ll eat together!"

Fu Meili’s expression stiffened slightly as she looked at Shen Meng’s bright eyes before finally saying, "Okay, okay!"

"Then I’ll go and let them know, you’re really a good person, Director Fu."

After leaving Fu Meili’s office, Shen Meng invited everyone in the office, telling them that Director Fu was treating them to dinner at the State-Owned Restaurant tonight. She spoke so sincerely that everyone was excited and cheering ensued.

Fu Meili was a person who loved to ingratiate herself with others, otherwise, she wouldn’t have asked for favors to attend the wedding of Hu Biao and Li Qianqian. This time she had to teach her a lesson, or else, once she got to the County Committee, who knows what tricks she might play using her name as a banner to get others to do her bidding!

It’s not that Shen Meng was excessively cautious; before, Hu Biao had almost fallen for Fu Meili’s scheme, which made her fearful of being ostracized while at the public transportation company.

When Yu Xueli and Wu Xianglan heard about a free meal, they immediately came over with their handbags. Shen Meng noticed that Wu Xianglan had even brought two lunchboxes, planning to take home leftovers after eating.

The two understood Shen Meng’s intentions, so they specifically chose the best dishes. Everyone at the table praised Fu Meili for being a good director. Shen Meng held back tears and raised her teacup in thanks, a gesture so heartfelt that it touched everyone deeply.

Fu Meili’s eyes also reddened. She was worried about the money she was spending. This meal alone swallowed half a month’s salary, but thinking about Shen Meng’s bright future and the help she could give, Fu Meili clenched her teeth and endured, hoping that the money she spent today might yield greater value in the future.

As Wu Xianglan was leaving, she packed up a portion of beef in sauce and a box of dumplings. Her two little kids at home had been craving dumplings for days, and today she finally got her chance.

Yu Xueli also hesitantly packed two dishes and some dumplings into her lunchbox.

"I’m sorry, Director, my two sisters are from the countryside and aren’t used to big occasions, didn’t mean to embarrass you!"

"No, no need to worry, no need to worry, as long as you’re happy."

"Wow, Director, you are so kind. No wonder my sister-in-law always mentions you. Hey, waiter, please pack five meat buns for me too. Uncle Guai who drives the bullock cart is still waiting hungry; I need to bring him some food."

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Can you just stop talking, isn’t this enough already? You’re treating me like a wallet, aren’t you, you two ungrateful women!!!