Official Career Storm-Chapter 1353

The leaders present at the meeting were momentarily unsure whether there was a problem with their hearing or if their memory was inaccurate.

Just a couple of days ago, during a group meeting, a final decision regarding the director of the City Government Office had been made.

At that time, Zhou Zheng had rejected Song Guanchao, citing conflicts between Song Guanchao and Governor Lu.

But now, he was voluntarily nominating him.

What on earth had happened in such a short span of two days?

The attendees couldn't help but cast curious glances at Wu Qiangwei.

Wu Qiangwei seemed oblivious to their stares, her expression calm.

Zhou Zheng, truly a person fit for leadership, possessed an extremely strong psychological constitution. He opposed his own decision without the slightest hint of embarrassment, instead turning to look at Secretary Bao from the Disciplinary Committee.

Even though Secretary Bao was full of curiosity, he knew now was not the time to contemplate these matters.

"I agree," he said with a smile.

Zhou Zheng then looked at the Secretary General of the City Committee, Guo Han, who also nodded, "I agree."

Who took the position of director of the City Government Office had no impact on them, so naturally, they didn't care.

The only one who minded was Zhang Yan.

She didn't understand why a decided result could be changed so easily.

But no one cared about her thoughts.

It wasn't long before more than half of the standing committee members expressed their agreement.

This personnel appointment topic passed without any unexpected events.

...

Two in the afternoon.

In Lingjiang City, the Municipal Organization Department received a notice from the Provincial City.

The meeting summary of the Jiangzhou City Standing Committee arrived in front of Minister Zhou.

A quick glance at it, Minister Zhou felt a wave of emotion, then instructed his secretary, "Send it to the City Committee and City Government."

Soon, the relevant documents appeared before the main leaders of both the City Committee and City Government.

As this was a cross-location appointment, whether Song Guanchao could be appointed smoothly depended on whether Lingjiang City would release him.

After Zheng Bihui saw the documents, he called his secretary over, "Invite Secretary Chu and Secretary General Xu over."

"Alright." Secretary Sun invited the two leaders over.

Zheng Bihui handed the document over.

Chu Xiao'e had long known that Song Guanchao would eventually go to the Provincial City, but didn't expect it to be so soon.

Xu Xin, on the other hand, had no idea and was slightly dazed at the moment.

With Song Guanchao going to the Provincial City, meeting him in the future would be much harder.

A strange feeling flashed across her heart.

"If you have no issues, let's finalize it as it is," said Zheng Bihui.

Xu Xin nodded, "No issues."

Chu Xiao'e also let out a light hum.

Zheng Bihui nodded and said, "Then, let's proceed."

He further added, "I'll ask District Chief Song when he has time so we can gather before he starts the new job."

The two women hummed in agreement and left the office.

After they left, Zheng Bihui called Liang Hao.

Given Liang Hao's relationship with Song Guanchao, he couldn't possibly create any difficulties in such matters.

After making the call, he summoned Secretary Sun again, "Please ask District Chief Song to come over."

"Alright."

Secretary Sun was a bit curious about what Secretary Zheng was up to, seeing so many people in succession.

Before long, Song Guanchao arrived at the office, asking, "Secretary Zheng, what do you need?"

Though he was already aware of the matter, he still needed to follow the procedure and put on a decent act.

Zheng Bihui handed him the document with a smile, "Congratulations, District Chief Song."

Song Guanchao pretended to look over it, smiled, and said, "I will arrange my work properly in the coming days."

Zheng Bihui asked, "Do you have any recommendations for the new district chief?"

"Yes." Song Guanchao replied frankly, "Deputy District Chief Lin Min."

He further said, "I'm going to the Provincial City over the weekend; let's gather on Friday night."

"Alright." Zheng Bihui was about to suggest this, but since he brought it up, he didn't have to.

As Song Guanchao left the office, he turned back upon seeing Secretary Sun outside and said, "Let Secretary Sun know about this too."

Sometimes, Secretary Zheng found Song Guanchao to be quite quirky.

He's about to move to the Provincial City.

The position of director of the City Government Office isn't extremely high, but it's at least a full bureau level.

Is it really necessary to show off to a mere section-level secretary like Secretary Sun?

After Song Guanchao left, Secretary Sun, with a puzzled expression, asked, "Secretary, what did District Chief Song mean?"

Zheng Bihui said, "He's about to take a new post in the Provincial City."

Secretary Sun was slightly shocked and asked nervously, "He got promoted?"

"Yes."

"To what position?"

Secretary Sun was even more nervous than Song Guanchao himself.

"Director of the City Government Office."

"I..."

Secretary Sun mustered all his strength to swallow the curse word that was about to escape his lips.

He quietly exited the office and sat down in a chair, staring blankly out of the window.

Song Guanchao got promoted again!

Damn it, on what grounds?

Secretary Sun couldn't wrap his head around it.

In two years, he went from being a driver to a secretary...and now he's moving to the Provincial City to be the director of the City Government Office.

This position in the city government ranks just below the mayor, vice mayor, and secretary general as the fourth in command!

He manages all major departments, and any city government unit that has a matter to discuss contacts him first.

Though not like a direct governing role such as a district chief, the level of influence surpasses that of a typical district party secretary.

Most importantly, this is a full bureau-level position!

Following the usual progression, his next step could very likely be vice mayor!

Secretary Sun's jealousy was so intense he could almost grind his teeth into powder!

Especially recalling how just before leaving, Song Guanchao invited him to the dinner party the day after tomorrow, he grew even angrier.

That bastard did it on purpose!

He simply wanted to see me make a fool of myself!

...

That evening.

Song Guanchao had dinner with Wu Yun and told her about the day's events.

"You're leaving over the weekend?"

Wu Yun pursed her lips, her eyes dimming a little.

Song Guanchao held her hand, "I've booked a room. After dinner, let's go watch a movie."

Wu Yun's attention was indeed diverted. She gave him a shy glance and then quickly looked away.

When they left the restaurant, Chu Xiao'e suddenly called.

"Why aren't you answering your phone?" Wu Yun asked, "Is it Jiajia calling?"

"It's Secretary Chu's call, probably about work."

Not answering could make her overthink, so Song Guanchao answered the call in front of her.

"Are you busy?" Chu Xiao'e asked.

"Yes."

"Can you come over tonight?"

Just as Song Guanchao was about to speak, Wu Yun's phone also rang.

When she saw the call, she quickly stepped aside to answer it.

Relieved, Song Guanchao replied, "Tomorrow then."

Chu Xiao'e immediately realized he must be with another woman.

"Okay, free up your time tomorrow evening and come to my house for dinner."

"Sure."

Just after hanging up, Xu Xin called.

"Brother Song, have you eaten yet?" Xu Xin's voice was soft and sweet.

This voice, this tone, was simply a delight.

"I..." Just as Song Guanchao was about to reply, Wu Yun had finished her call and was walking over.

Seeing her slightly displeased expression, Song Guanchao quickly said, "I'm busy right now, I'll call you back later."

After hanging up, Song Guanchao approached her, "What's wrong?"

Wu Yun puffed her cheeks, looking frustrated, "My mom wants me to go home."

"What?" Song Guanchao asked, "Does your mom know you're with me?"

"Yes." Wu Yun's expression was quite displeased, her lips pouted as if they could hold an oil bottle.

Song Guanchao could guess what was happening.

Wu Yun's mother probably knew she was spending too much time with him and was concerned about their close relationship.

"Then you should go home, I'll drive you," Song Guanchao sighed, holding her hand as they walked to the parking lot.