Chapter 2285 - 2285:

Seeing his grandfather act this way and hearing him speak like this, Zhang Xiaoyang felt extremely comfortable inside.

Officialdom is all about human relationships, Old Secretary Wang. Surely you should give my grandfather, the old deputy provincial officer, some face, right?

In terms of final rank, my grandfather is certainly not as high as Wang Qichang, but in terms of experience, my grandfather is stronger than Wang Qichang!

As offspring of the officialdom, of course, they research these things all day long. They are quite familiar with the background, experience, and credentials of various big figures within the province.

Sure enough, Zhang Taikang soon made a hands-free call to Wang Qichang. Amidst the polite exchanges, it was evident that the two elders indeed shared a sense of revolutionary camaraderie.

At least on the surface, the revolutionary friendship was still profound.

Zhang Taikang quickly got to the point and said, "Secretary Wang, on this visit to Dongnan City and Shunping County, aside from fishing, you must certainly come to my manor. Let's drink and reminisce together! In my manor, there is a thirty-acre wild pond with various types of fish and fishing zones. I'm sure Secretary Wang will absolutely love it!"

Wang Qichang also gave face to Zhang Taikang, because in terms of revolutionary credentials, Zhang Taikang was significantly stronger. Plus, in terms of age, Zhang Taikang was several years older!

So Wang Qichang chuckled and said, "Mr. Zhang, my dear Brother Lao Zhang, I accept your kind invitation! It's just that my schedule is really packed. I won't arrive in Dongnan City until later tonight, and tomorrow morning, I'll reach the fishing spot. At most, I'll fish until the mid-afternoon, and then I have to return to the Provincial City. There's an important gathering there. This time, I really can't visit Zhang's Manor. However, I warmly invite you, old brother, to visit the Provincial City, have a look around, and be a guest at my home! Next time I come to Dongnan, I'll definitely visit your manor for tea and fishing. How about that?"

Zhang Taikang glanced at his grandson, who happened to be looking at him. The grandfather and grandson were a bit disappointed.

However, Wang Qichang made it very clear that his schedule is tight. It's not a direct refusal; he even mentioned coming next time, and invited you, Zhang Taikang, to be a guest at his home!

Zhang Taikang said, "Ah, that's unfortunate! Even after retiring, Secretary Wang is still so busy! I understand your schedule and definitely support it without causing trouble. But there's a small matter I'd like to ask Secretary Wang to handle."

Wang Qichang thought to himself: What kind of role does Zhang Taikang have if even he can't handle it, and it's still considered a small matter?

Nonetheless, Wang Qichang chuckled and said, "What is it? Let old Brother Zhang say it first and see if I can handle it, I'll just advise."

Goodness! These old fellows!

These old foxes speak without letting a drop slip!

Zhang Taikang said, "On this fishing trip to Shunping, isn't Secretary Wang also boosting the popularity of a renowned content creator?"

"No, no, it's just a coincidence. This Yu's fishing content is quite explosive, so I took notice of that area and simply wanted to test-fish. Of course, appearing in the live broadcast, I agreed. After all, fishing is a career, a beneficial leisure activity for the body and mind, appreciating nature and fishing are far better than feasting on grand dishes and drinks! I'm merely making a modest contribution to promoting the nationwide fishing and fitness campaign."

Zhang Taikang said, "Hmm, Secretary Wang's thinking is profound and on another realm! Your visit provides a powerful advertisement effect for Shunping County and Dongnan City, having a far-reaching impact and strong guiding significance for our small area's culture, tourism, public fishing. It's truly utilizing extensive residual influence!"

In officialdom, these old fellows really smoothly and effortlessly speak praises.

Wang Qichang listened comfortably but also humbly said, "Not at all, not at all, I'm just offering some minor residual influence. The various developments in the Southeast Region require old revolutionaries like Brother Lao Zhang to pay more attention, care, and guidance!"

Look at how casually these polite words are spoken!

Zhang Taikang said, "Secretary Wang, your trip to Shunping is really well-timed and fortuitous! My grandson Zhang Xiaoyang happens to be serving as the deputy county mayor in Shunping County, overseeing areas precisely including fisheries, forestry and grassland, and culture and tourism. So, this young man truly wants to approach with a learning mindset, to meet Secretary Wang at the live stream site tomorrow, to learn from you and hear your teachings! This rare opportunity is extremely valuable, and it's unknown when it will come again. You're an elder, could you satisfy Xiaoyang's wish?"

Upon hearing this, Wang Qichang hesitated a bit and said, "This… hehe, Xiaoyang is good. He's already one of the parental officials in Shunping County. On my visit to his turf, actually, I was intending to act with low profile, not making big movements. If Xiaoyang comes and the local secretary and county mayor don't show up, wouldn't that seem inappropriate? If they all come, it becomes too ceremonious, which doesn't feel right to me, impacting the live broadcast and would actually delay many things!"

Upon listening, Zhang Xiaoyang felt a thud in his heart, it's over, Secretary Wang refused.

Zhang Taikang's face also slightly darkened. Is this Old Wang really not giving face?

Immediately, Zhang Taikang swiftly said, "Secretary Wang, it wouldn't be disruptive, wouldn't be disruptive! The secretary and county mayor in Shunping are Zhang Family people, they're obedient! In pushing Xiaoyang's matter, they won't interfere, and they won't mind. Xiaoyang will come discretely, just by himself, ensuring he's the only one, what do you think? In fact, he aims to contribute to the promotion of Shunping's culture and tourism, fisheries conservation, and ecological environment protection. Using Old Secretary Wang's auspices, wouldn't the promotion be more fitting?"

When words reach this point, if Wang Qichang still doesn't give face, it would contradict the expected etiquette in officialdom.

Therefore, despite being old, Wang Qichang's mind remained sharp, saying, "In this case, Brother Lao Zhang! Tomorrow, Xiaoyang can come but should bring Shunping County's cultural and tourism promotion personnel. Outside our live broadcast, conduct a separate broadcast under Shunping County's name. Xiaoyang can act as the host, partnering with key promotional figures from the Cultural and Tourism Bureau, to live stream until I leave the fishing spot, how about that?"

This suggestion is quite excellent.

Zhang Xiaoyang almost jumped up in excitement since Shunping Culture and Tourism already has a live streaming account.

Zhang Taikang was delighted and immediately said, "Oh my, Secretary Wang indeed has revolutionary experience, such high ideas! I'll have Xiaoyang arrange preparations right away, not disrupting your live stream participation, not affecting your fishing. Meanwhile, the Zhang Family will arrange people to give rewards and set up a grand atmosphere for Secretary Wang!"

"Hahaha... Brother Lao Zhang, that wouldn't be necessary anymore, too courteous and seems distant!"

"Oh~~~ Secretary Wang, I just enjoy being distant, hahaha..."

"Oh, you old Brother Zhang, really interesting..."

"Hahaha…"