jdhmnovel Chapter 1058 New Year Inspection
Chapter 1058 New Year Inspection
He looked up at Qi Tongwei, his eyelids drooping slightly: "Tongwei, in the end, I owe you a debt of gratitude for being able to leave with dignity."
He was a former subordinate of the provincial political and legal affairs secretary. After ten years of ups and downs in his official career, he was lucky to have reached his current position, which was a close call.
Joining He Jiyun's faction is nothing more than being a marginal figure who joined halfway through, a cannon fodder who can be thrown out to take the fall at any time.
What's more, Zhao Ruilong has something on him.
Before he rose through the ranks, the Zhao family looked down on him like a nobody. But if he were promoted to vice-provincial level and took the position of Party Secretary in some important city,
The Zhao family might start tearing each other apart.
Moreover, what the Zhao family feared was never Qi Tongwei himself.
What truly made them hesitant to act was the powerful figure of the Zhong family behind Qi Tongwei.
A few days ago, Qi Tongwei's "five major crimes" caused a great uproar in the officialdom of Handong. He was about to be ruined and doomed, but the big boss of the Zhong family personally stepped in and suppressed the storm with a single sentence.
After this battle, Qi Tongwei's identity was clearly marked by the Zhong family. That's what the Zhao family was after.
Offending the Zhong family for the sake of a department-level official is clearly not worth it.
However, this does not mean that the Zhao family would not dare to touch Gao Yuliang.
In any case, Gao Yuliang and the Zhong family are still worlds apart.
Even if things really escalate, the Zhong family might not necessarily intervene.
Qi Tongwei waved his hand: "Teacher, we're all family, so let's not talk like that."
You were wronged from the start. If it weren't for that bastard Zhao Ruilong using underhanded methods, you wouldn't have..."
"Stop talking." Gao Yuliang raised his hand to interrupt Qi Tongwei. "We know what's going on. Whether they deliberately set a trap or used dirty tricks, I've fallen for it, that's a fact."
It is said that Gao Yuliang possessed the integrity of a scholar, but it was precisely this integrity that made him value his reputation more than his official hat.
Now, his reputation is stained with an indelible mark, and to be honest, he's not feeling well.
Qi Tongwei had no choice but to pick up his glass and clink glasses with Gao Yuliang.
Gao Yuliang said, "Tongwei, let's stop drinking here. We have to go to Wenshan to take up our post later. It's not good to be drunk on the first day."
"Okay, then let's have the last one."
The two drank it all in one gulp.
Setting down his wine glass, Qi Tongwei leaned forward slightly: "Teacher, I've been in Hanjiang for a year and a half now, and I've made quite a few friends. When you take office, I'll have them..."
Before he could finish speaking, Gao Yuliang raised his hand to interrupt, a familiar, meaningful smile on his face: "Tongwei, let's just forget about it."
This is not Handong. Beishan is your territory, but Wenshan is the responsibility I'm going to take over. If you continue to manage things here, what will people think?
Ultimately, you have to walk this path of life yourself. How far can you go with someone helping you? Huh?
Qi Tongwei said, "Teacher, in the political arena, there's no such thing as relying on anyone. In the end, it's all about being bound by interests and mutually beneficial."
Today I help you gain a foothold in Wenshan, and tomorrow you will open up new opportunities in Hanjiang. Naturally, you will not forget your student.
Besides, in officialdom, the relationship between teachers and students is the closest political alliance. If I don't help you, who will I help?
If I were in your shoes, and it really came down to me needing help and support, would you, teacher, just stand by and do nothing?
Gao Yuliang's smile remained on his face. "Tongwei, don't say anymore. I'll naturally come to you when I really need your help."
The Hanjiang Provincial Party Committee entrusted me with the responsibility of being the Secretary of the Wenshan Municipal Party Committee, wanting to see my abilities, Gao Yuliang.
I have to submit a report to the provincial party committee, and I can't just fill the entire report with your name, 'Qi Tongwei'.
You can't just watch your teacher get accused of "getting things done because of someone else," ruining the reputation of Handong University and your, Mayor Qi, can you?
Having said that, Qi Tongwei couldn't insist any further. "Alright then, teacher, please feel free to ask if you need anything."
Wenshan and Beishan are neighbors, connected by mountains and rivers. They need to coordinate in all aspects, including industry, law enforcement, and people's livelihood. Please don't let our teacher-student relationship hinder normal official exchanges.
Gao Yuliang said, "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."
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The new year has arrived in the blink of an eye, and Qi Tongwei has begun another busy year.
On the morning of the first day of the Lunar New Year, just as dawn was breaking, he stepped out into the frost and, accompanied by the Secretary-General of the Municipal Government and the Director of the Emergency Management Bureau, pretended to look through the thick duty logbook under the lens of cameras.
While extending his regards to the frontline staff, he delivered what outsiders called an important speech in official jargon.
At 8:00 AM, after having breakfast on the way, Qi Tongwei and his entourage moved to the Beishan City Welfare Home and Veterans Home.
The director of the Civil Affairs Bureau and the deputy director of the Finance Bureau followed closely behind, carrying New Year's greetings money and other supplies such as rice, flour, and oil.
After showing concern for the elderly living alone and the welfare benefits of retired soldiers, and taking a group photo, Qi Tongwei hurriedly rushed to the next location.
At 10:30 a.m., Beishan Railway Station and Long-Distance Bus Station were already bustling with people.
Accompanied by the director of the Municipal Transportation Bureau and the deputy director of the Public Security Bureau, Qi Tongwei walked through the waiting hall and departure area, inspected the passenger security check process, inquired about the transportation capacity scheduling plan, and delivered another safety speech.
For lunch, I sat around a table with the frontline staff and ate steaming dumplings.
After a short rest in the afternoon, Qi Tongwei led his team to the farmers' market and large supermarkets in the central urban area.
The director of the Municipal Market Supervision Bureau and the director of the Municipal Commerce Bureau accompanied the group, reporting on the holiday supplies reserves.
This is something he's concerned about.
Whether ordinary people are doing well or not is closely related to the daily necessities of life, such as firewood, rice, oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, and tea.
He deliberately deviated from the planned inspection route and walked to an inconspicuous vegetable stall, picked up a bunch of greens and asked the price.
The vendors were initially enjoying the spectacle, but when the mayor came straight to them, they were momentarily speechless.
Qi Tongwei glanced at the vendors suspiciously and asked the accompanying director of the market supervision bureau, "Is this the person you arranged?"
The director of the market supervision bureau was startled and hurriedly explained that it wasn't true. He then said urgently to the vendor, "I say, boss, how do you do business? You can't even remember the prices of your own vegetables?"
The vendor, his face flushed, rubbed his hands and replied, "Mayor...Mayor, it's not that I can't remember, it's just that this is the first time I've seen so many leaders, I'm nervous."
These were all freshly delivered last night, Mayor. Rest assured, I will never sell them at exorbitant prices or make a profit through dishonest means!
As he spoke, he immediately and skillfully grabbed a plastic bag and insisted on putting some food in it for Qi Tongwei.
Qi Tongwei was both amused and exasperated by the other party's enthusiasm, so he had no choice but to let them buy it and praised their honest business practices.
Seeing this, the other vendors followed suit and packed vegetables and various ingredients for Qi Tongwei.
Qi Tongwei accepted all the offers and had them bought and sent to the welfare home.
Once outside the market, Qi Tongwei spoke seriously to his entourage: "Beishan is a major industrial city. Rice, flour, oil, meat, eggs, and vegetables are essential necessities for the people. We must ensure sufficient supply and stable prices! We will crack down on those who engage in price gouging and hoarding without any leniency!"