Chapter 1929 - 1929: 1929

Liu Zhizhong of course understood that in a place like Great East Pot, official appointments were completely regulated and conventional.

Even though old rules and some conventions are now broken, certain things remain largely unchanged.

For instance, a position like the Executive Vice-Province is inherently very important within a province.

Without a solid accumulation of local experience, it's really difficult to rise to such a position. After all, the Executive Vice-Province ranks foremost even within the provincial committee.

Sometimes this position is the economic backbone of a province; without economic support, nothing amounts to much. Even if you make a great performance, it won't be of any use.

But Tang Zhi, appointed from the committee level, has neither local roots nor grass-roots local experience, making it virtually impossible for him to directly assume the role of Executive Vice-Province.

However, Tang Zhi's graduate studies focused on economics; his first degree was also in economics, which made his qualifications quite adequate.

Moreover, as a descendant of an aristocratic family, he naturally has a step ahead in the political field.

Though he hails from the Tiandu family, considered a faction of Northern influence, the Southern and Southwest factions are not very accepting, yet he was able to come. Whether he can succeed in Yunxi Province is another matter.

Indeed, Tang Zhi's job transfer this time has caused quite a stir within Great East Pot.

Everyone thought that for someone like him, if he were to be stationed for training, he would go to a developed city, rub shoulders, gain a touch of prestige, then return to Tiandu, where his rise would follow naturally.

In recent years, the descendants of Tiandu families have done just that, including Gu Changsha and He Fangde back in the day. The seniors before them rose in similar ways.

But now, Tang Zhi, originally a rising star, has been sent to Yunxi Province, causing quite a political uproar.

There's even talk amongst the people questioning whether this is training on assignment or banishment to the army!

Indeed, places like Yunxi Province have historically been seen as regions for banishment and exile.

To this day, Yunxi remains nationally backward, not considered a good place. In recent years, it hasn't produced any distinguished figures either. It's not unrelated to the ongoing disputes between various factions.

That's why Zheng Xitong is so hopeful for an alliance between the Southwest and Southern factions to produce a leader. Unfortunately, seedlings like Liu Zhizhong withered prematurely, haha...

After Liu Zhizhong "passed," both the Zheng family and the Xiang family have remained quite silent, truly heartbroken for a long time, and even now, they haven't quite recovered...

Of course, the officials from Liu Zhizhong's faction, especially those close to him, have all been promoted and reused; this could be considered a form of political sentiment?

No matter how Tang Zhi's stationing in Yunxi is discussed externally, Liu Zhizhong is satisfied. Everything seems to be gradually proceeding according to his envisioned plan.

That night, in a high-floor suite in a Huayang City hotel, overlooking the bustling city below, Liu Zhizhong felt a strange sense of satisfaction.

To call it familiar isn't inappropriate.

To call it satisfying isn't inappropriate.

Overall, being able to return and see the place where he once fought is a kind of luck.

Before bed, Liu Zhizhong used the room's landline to dial Hamuer's mobile phone.

Hamuer, once a replacement chief secretary and a minority, was greatly mentored by Liu Zhizhong and highly influenced by his connections.

Now, he is the mayor of the county-level city Daxi City. Meanwhile, the original secretary Xiang Dongming has moved to Huayang City as a deputy mayor, soon to become Executive Deputy Mayor.

Xiang Dongming was initially a municipal standing committee member in Huayang. Now, ranking as the second deputy mayor as a committee member is quite good.

Xiang Dongming hails from a small Huayang local family, is adept at handling affairs, and used to work well alongside Liu Zhizhong, thus avoiding causing him trouble, earning his heavy use.

However, Liu Zhizhong's closest confidant here is still Hamuer, who he brought over from Dongguang State to be his intimate bodyguard!

When the hotel number showed on Mayor Ha's phone, he furrowed his brow.

At this time, Hamuer was still in the mayor's office in Daxi City, looking at last quarter's economic work report! Hard work doesn't guarantee wealth, but diligent governance yields fulfilling results.

Of course, his phone is more advanced, capable of displaying the caller's number and location, naturally identifying it as a luxury suite at the hotel.

Liu Zhizhong didn't shortchange himself on this trip, staying in the luxury presidential suite.

Hamuer initially thought a leader was being flamboyant at the hotel and calling him due to a temporary issue!

Leaders often have some hobbies. Hotel rooms are one of them. This habit is not surprising in Great East Pot.

He still answered the call, saying, "This is Hamuer, which leader am I speaking to?"

Hearing Hamuer's voice, Liu Zhizhong was quite excited and gratified.

He naturally changed his voice, saying, "It's the old leader. Does Mayor Ha have time tomorrow morning? I wish to have a secret meeting with you."

"Old leader?"

Hamuer was immediately puzzled; no leader has this voice!

He quickly ran through his mind but still couldn't identify it.

Nonetheless, he was considerate, "Alright, old leader, Hamuer listens to your arrangements and thanks you for your call. I'm very sorry, perhaps your throat isn't feeling well lately; I foolishly can't recognize your voice. Could you kindly identify yourself?"

Liu Zhizhong chuckled, feeling quite gratified; Mayor Ha was becoming more articulate.

"Well, once we meet tomorrow morning, you'll know who I am! Little Ha..." Liu Zhizhong's tone was really impressive, spoke like an old leader, adjusting weight with a special flair.

"Yes, old leader, I'm listening, I'm listening! Your instructions, sir!"

"Tomorrow morning at nine, Shennong Grand Canyon's Yacht Dock 3; charter a small yacht, one that seats 8, and tie a red ribbon on the yacht. Then I'll come to find you. Looking forward to meeting you, your work is outstanding, and your future is promising!"

Hamuer immediately said, "Thank you for the compliment, old leader. I am working hard under the organization's care, striving for progress. Any further instructions, I'll follow them for sure."

"Alright, it's best if you come alone tomorrow; no need for others. This is an extremely confidential meeting, no third parties must know."

Hamuer immediately took it more seriously, straightening his back, "Yes, I'll keep the leader's arrangements in mind. Sir, get some rest, and we'll see each other tomorrow?"

"Alright, see you tomorrow then! You also get some rest early; revolutionary work isn't urgent at the moment. It's very late now, take care of your health."