Reborn as a Noble's Son-Chapter 925 - 881 Choices (Please Subscribe Request

Chapter 925 -881: Choices (Please Subscribe, Request Monthly Pass)

Chapter 925 -881: Choices (Please Subscribe, Request Monthly Pass)

Guo Tiancheng’s words amounted to an invitation. Although the invitation from Guo Tiancheng seemed casual, Nie Zhenbang was very clear that this was also a probe by Guo Tiancheng. Only by broaching the subject in such a way could there be room to backpedal.

At this level, one’s image and other various aspects required careful consideration and deliberate thought. This was not a level at which one could act impulsively. Many situations demanded caution. For instance, right now. If it were a formal invitation and Nie Zhenbang failed to show face, Guo Tiancheng would naturally lose face as well. By phrasing it this way, such an outcome could be avoided.

Nie Zhenbang pondered Guo Tiancheng’s purpose for doing this. To speak of exchanges, there had been plenty of opportunities and time for such during their time at Jin Fan. However, Guo Tiancheng had not done so. Instead, he chose a private setting, which indicated that Guo Tiancheng had some matters he did not want others to know about. Or, to put it more bluntly, Guo Tiancheng did not want Song Lihe to know.

Although Nie Zhenbang did not wish to meddle in the internal affairs of the Ganzhou Provincial Party Committee or offend either side, having a cup of tea and exchanging ideas was entirely unproblematic, something that would not be an issue even if it reached Song Lihe’s ears.

Then, smiling, he nodded and said, “Governor Guo, you pick the place. I’m not familiar with Gan State Province at all. It’s like a blind man feeling an elephant; I wouldn’t know where to start.”

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Following Guo Tiancheng’s directions, Wu Li drove to Jinghua West Road in Ganzhou City. This area was the commercial district of Ganzhou City. Although it was already past nine in the evening, the main street was still a dazzling scene of lights.

On the street-facing side of the commercial district stood a lavishly decorated tea house. The name of the teahouse was also quite distinctive: Youjian Tea House.

The tea was premium Longjing, and the teaware was the finest Zisha City-produced purple clay set. Guo Tiancheng was well-versed in the art of tea and chose not to have the waitstaff or tea masters serve, but instead took to the task himself. After going through the procedures of rinsing, washing, and steeping, the tea room was filled with the subtle and refined fragrance of Longjing tea.

Handing a small cup of tea to Nie Zhenbang, Guo Tiancheng smiled and said, “Director Nie, I have rigorously studied your resume as well. From it, I’ve concluded that we are both alike in nature.”

After some pleasantries, the atmosphere gradually became more relaxed during their back-and-forth conversation. Looking at Guo Tiancheng, Nie Zhenbang began to weigh his options.

As someone who had transitioned from the government sector to the corporate world, Nie Zhenbang was well-versed in governmental systems, and his goal was to secure a support in Gan State Province. However, Nie Zhenbang was also very clear that it was impossible to play both sides under the current circumstances.

On the surface, Song Lihe and Guo Tiancheng appeared to get along well, but behind the scenes, there were still some ideological and conceptual conflicts, unrelated to personal grudges. In fact, many times, disagreements within the party and government are conflicts over governance philosophies.

The party secretary manages people, while the government manages affairs; there’s a reason for this saying, yet the problem is that secretaries have often worked their way up step by step. No leader can claim that they have always served as a party secretary since they started working. That’s impossible.

As a result, the head of the local party committee often gets involved or even intervenes in the local economic construction and development. It all depends on how well they manage this responsibility.

In Gan State Province, Song Lihe is considered to be doing fairly well, but Guo Tiancheng seems to be somewhat dissatisfied. Now, by acting this way, Guo Tiancheng is trying to win over Nie Zhenbang.

Huaxia Group, although not a company of Gan State Province nor under its jurisdiction, had been given a Standing Committee of Gan State Provincial Committee position by the central government for Nie Zhenbang. This was the most crucial aspect. With this, there was the possibility of cooperation between them.

Guo Tiancheng was a great conversationalist and shared with Nie Zhenbang some of his experiences as the former Minister of Civil Affairs in Jingcheng. They also discussed the recent earthquake in Wenshu in Bashu Province. Guo Tiancheng expressed high praise for Nie Zhenbang’s performance during the earthquake.

Not every official in the government likes to talk nonsense, but it’s certain that every one of them can talk nonsense.

At least, Guo Tiancheng’s level of speech was not bad. After beating around the bush, the relationship between the two men had imperceptibly grown much closer.

Looking at Nie Zhenbang, Guo Tiancheng smiled and said, “Director Nie, this time, Huaxia Group is about to enter the construction phase. This is a big deal, and your work is about to get a lot busier.”

Nie Zhenbang gave a wry smile; Guo Tiancheng’s words had a hidden meaning. A construction project of thirty thousand acres, when converted into land area, using 666 square meters per acre, ten thousand acres would be six million six hundred sixty thousand square meters. Thirty thousand acres could thus be considered another new city, analogous to Ganzhou New City.

Within this complex, even though the primary structures are factories, the profits embedded here are also extremely substantial. It’s not just about how many people nationwide are monitoring this place, but even within the group, I reckon several vice presidents are eyeing this piece.

Any unit, any leader, engaging in construction, this is the most profitable and the most achievement-showcasing endeavor. Therefore, no matter the leader, once in office, they will consider embarking on construction projects. Because, this not only represents political achievements but also tangible benefits.

After pausing for a moment, Nie Zhenbang also nodded and said, “Governor Tiancheng sees it clearly?”

At this point, Nie Zhenbang said somewhat self-deprecatingly, “Governor Tiancheng, to tell you the truth, I feel like I’m on hot coals right now. I’m in agony.”

“Heh, enough of that, let’s not talk about this anymore. Every household has its own difficult sutras to recite. Governor Tiancheng, this time with Huaxia Group settling in Ganzhou Province, we will be neighbors moving forward. There will inevitably be some trivial matters between neighbors, and I’ll be counting onGovernor Tiancheng to bear with us.”

Nie Zhenbang considered his words carefully before speaking them. This time, Guo Tiancheng had already shown his stance. If Nie Zhenbang continued to play dumb, it wouldn’t be impossible, but that would seem quite insincere. After pondering over and over, Nie Zhenbang lowered his stance and proactively brought up the matter.

At this moment, Guo Tiancheng wore a smile. In the official circles, sometimes what’s needed isn’t anything else, nor is it any real action, but simply an attitude, a gesture of goodwill.

He then responded with a smile, “Director Nie is too courteous. Neighborhood harmony and a good relationship between government and business is exactly what I desire. Besides, with Huaxia Group establishing in Ganzhou, it will greatly boost the economy of Ganzhou Province. I couldn’t be happier. Let’s keep in touch and maintain communication. I believe that cooperation with Director Nie will definitely be seamless.”

Guo Tiancheng was very pleasedbecause Nie Zhenbang’s attitude had undoubtedly indicated a preference for cooperation with him. With this signal, the objective of this occasion had been achieved.

After the gathering was over, Guo Tiancheng no longer felt the effects of alcohol. He declined Nie Zhenbang’s offer to drive him home and left by taxi on his own.

Nie Zhenbang got into his car and headed towards the group. In the front passenger seat, his secretary Yun Fei took out a notebook and, with a businesslike demeanor, said, “Director Nie, you’ll need to attend the birthday celebration of Deputy Commander Zhang from the Xibei Military Region the day after tomorrow. It will be hosted at the Xibei Military Region August First Hotel. Additionally, regarding the matters in Ganzhou Province, my personal suggestion is that it would be better for you to remain an observer.”

As soon as the words were out, Nie Zhenbang’s eyebrows furrowed. He was dissatisfied with what Yun Fei had said. A secretary should be aware of their duty and maintain their place.

Now it seemed that Yun Fei had failed to do so. The previous statement might have sounded respectful, but the implied meaning was not something a secretary should say. What was this? Did she think a subordinate was in a position to guide the actions of their leader?

After a pause, Nie Zhenbang spoke with a serious tone, “For the schedule, record it, and inform me the day before the party. Regarding Deputy Commander Zhang’s gift, arrange that yourself—I won’t meddle.”

With that, Nie Zhenbang changed the subject, “Comrade Yun Fei, as a secretary, you must put all your effort into your work. Don’t think about things that are not your concern. I do not wish to see this happen again.”

These words were spoken rather harshly by Nie Zhenbang. Although he didn’t explicitly say it, the message was clear. This made Yun Fei feel awkward. She nodded, looking somewhat wronged, “Understood.”

Inwardly, though, Yun Fei was cursing up a storm. If it wasn’t for the chief instructing her to offer more help and advice, she wouldn’t have bothered to come here and be some damn secretary. And now, here she was, good intentions misinterpreted as meddling.

Yet, these thoughts Yun Fei dared not express outright. Working these days had made it clear to her that in such units, there are very strict boundaries between superiors and subordinates, unlike her previous workplaces where she could do as she pleased.

At this moment, Nie Zhenbang sat in the back seat, observing Yun Fei’s reaction through the rearview mirror. He didn’t speak further; this was something she needed to comprehend and experience herself. It was akin to his relationship with some officials in Ganzhou. Although Song Lihe was the secretary, he was aging and not a long-term partner. Hence, Nie Zhenbang chose Guo Tiancheng. It was a matter of choice.

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Of course, this didn’t mean he must turn against Song Lihe; it just meant that at the appropriate time, Nie Zhenbang would naturally favor Guo Tiancheng.

Now, Yun Fei was faced with a choice. Nie Zhenbang understood that her earlier words might not have been her own intent but likely influenced by higher-ups. However, Nie Zhenbang didn’t care. If Yun Fei truly couldn’t understand the need for discretion and didn’t know her place, then he wouldn’t hesitate to adjust Yun Fei’s duties.(