Power and Wealth

Chapter 1180: Wei Lin’s Tricks

Afternoon.

Along a road in the City's downtown area.

Party Secretary’s secretary Zhang Feng drove a small car in front, and a black Land Rover was traveling behind him. Chen Xiaomei was driving, and Yan Yizhi sat beside her. Dong Xuebing sat behind in an awkward position. He had no choice because he suffered fractures all over his body. This time is different from the time he got hurt. He could use REVERSE to recover, and no one could tell he was injured. But everyone saw him falling out of the windows and saw his injuries. The hospital had diagnosed multiple fractures. Everyone will find it weird if he uses REVERSE to heal his injuries. As such, he can only wait for his injuries to heal slowly.

Dong Xuebing closed his eyes to rest. He had asked Yao Cui to return to the County two days ago, and she will cover his duties and report to him. She would also call if she could not decide on some issues.

Everything was going to plan.

They got the fund back, and Dong Xuebing’s work proceeded smoothly.

Ah…. I can finally take a break now.

A few minutes later, Chen Xiaomei stopped the car.

“Chief Chen?”

“Secretary Zhang stopped his car.”

“He stopped? We have not reached our County.”

“Yes. He stopped by the roadside and got out.”

Dong Xuebing moved his neck with difficulty and looked in front. He saw Zhang Feng walking over, and Chen Xiaomei also got out.

“What’s wrong, Secretary Zhang?”

“Mayor Jiang called and said she will be here soon.”

“Eh? Didn’t Mayor Jiang return last night?”

“I think she just finished her meeting. She asked us to wait for her.”

“All right. I will let Mayor Dong know.”

About ten minutes later.

Mayor Jiang’s car appeared behind them.

Jiang Fangfang got out of the car and walked towards them. She nodded to them. “You must have waited long. Let’s go.”

Yan Yizhi, Chen Xiaomei, and the rest greeted Mayor Jiang and were about to return to their cars. To their surprise, Jiang Fangfang got into the rear passenger seat of the Land Rover. Yan Yizhi asked Chen Xiaomei to drive, and he got into Secretary Zhang’s car.

A few moments later, the three cars moved off.

Inside the car.

Dong Xuebing said. “Mayor Jiang.”

Jiang Fangfang nodded and asked. “How are you feeling?”

“Not bad. I should recover after a few days’ rest.” Dong Xuebing replied.

“You had done well this time. We are sorry to you. Getting back the fund is not easy, and you got injured in the process.”

“Don’t say that. It’s my duty.” Dong Xuebing said. “I don’t mind these injuries as long as we get back our funds.”

Jiang Fangfang looked at Dong Xuebing. “You might be implicated this time. I attended a meeting in the City earlier, and a few leaders are hostile toward our County. A Building and Construction Bureau Leader even dare to show his unhappiness openly. The City had planned to use the fund for some construction works. I think the Party Committee approved it. But without the funds, they cannot do anything now.”

Dong Xuebing replied. “It’s all my fault.”

Zhan Shui County and the City fell out because of this incident.

“It’s not your fault. Secretary Meng and I knew we would face some pressure to get back the fund, and we are prepared for it. We just felt it was unfair to you. The City will push everything on you because of this incident, and you will face the most pressure.” Dong Xuebing was the one who created this incident. He was also the one who came to get back the funds. He even demanded one million RMB more from the City. The City will hold him responsible for everything. On the other hand, they might not make life too difficult for Zhen Shui County.

Dong Xuebing said. “I am fine.”

Jiang Fangfang said. “You are newly appointed and still have a long way to go. I would not let you come if I knew this would happen.”

“I am fine, and I am used to it.” Dong Xuebing replied honestly.

Chen Xiaomei looked at Dong Xuebing from the rearview mirror. What do you mean by you are used to it?

Dong Xuebing is used to offending others, and those who bear grudges against him might fill up all the seats in a small stadium. He doesn’t care about having a few more enemies.

“Just watch out.” Jiang Fangfang said. “Before I left that day, I noticed Wei Lin looking at you differently. Just be careful of him.”

Looking at me differently?

Is he going to take revenge against me?

Dong Xuebing knew Mayor Jiang would not bring this up for no reason. He knew he had caused Wei Lin to be suspended, and it was normal for him to look at Dong Xuebing differently. Maybe Jiang Fangfang had heard something about his character and warned him. But Dong Xuebing does not overthink it.

Revenge?

Sure. I am waiting for your revenge.

I will show you what I am capable of.

Dong Xuebing had encountered many people during his few years in government service and had never lost.

“Mayor Jiang, I think… Cough… cough….”

Dong Xuebing had been talking since he got into the car. He could not sit or lie down properly with his injuries. His body was in pain, and talking caused him to cough again. His chest hurt when he coughed. He immediately turned pale and started breaking out in cold sweat.

Chen Xiaomei slowed down. “How are you, Mayor Dong?”

Jiang Fangfang took out a handkerchief and wiped the sweat on Dong Xuebing’s forehead.

Dong Xuebing was surprised and quickly stopped her. “Don’t…. Cough…. Cough….”

Jiang Fangfang said slowly. “Stop talking and rest well. We are out of the city and reaching our County soon.”

Dong Xuebing nodded and controlled his breathing to calm his body.

“Chief Chen, have you contacted our County’s hospital?” Jiang Fangfang asked.

Chen Xiaomei replied. “Yes. The hospital had prepared the ward.”

Jiang Fangfang nodded and said. “Ok. We will go to the hospital first. Drive slowly. Mayor Dong’s body cannot take too much movement.”

Dong Xuebing closed his eyes to rest. He felt helpless.

Sigh…. when can these injuries recover?

Let’s wait until this month is over first. No. I will use REVERSE to recover next month. I cannot stand having a body like this. But I got to bear with it this month.

Mei He City.

Inside a quiet yard. A middle-aged man sat beside some grape vines. He is the suspended Finance Department Chief Wei Lin.

Zhen Shui County was not the only party the City was unhappy with. The City was also unhappy with Wei Lin. Although what Dong Xuebing did was a bit extreme, he had reasons to do it, and he almost died. It’s fair for him to demand something. But Wei Lin is different. He was the culprit who caused everything. He pushed Dong Xuebing light, and the City lost the fund and one million RMB.

Will the City let him off?

Impossible! Suspension is only a signal.

Wei Lin does not know if he can survive the City’s wrath or resume his duties. He called his friends in the past two days and could only wait for the City’s orders.

As for Zhen Shui County….

Wei Lin’s face turned cold, and he called his friend at the hospital this afternoon.

“Hello, Chief Wei.”

“Don’t call me this, Old Cao.”

“Your suspension is temporary. You will be fine after the investigation is over.”

“I hope so. Oh, I need to ask you something. Were you at the hospital earlier?”

“Yes. Ah…. Those Zhen Shui County people, especially Executive Deputy Mayor Dong, had finally left. It was a headache, and Mayor Zhao was furious with him. The higher-ups had asked Mayor Zhao to go to the hospital. This incident was suppressed, but who can guarantee it? Having a leader there can also show the City’s attitude. But Mayor Zhao fell sick immediately after receiving the instructions, and he went home. Ultimately, the City Government had to send a team there.”

A Deputy City Mayor had to fake sick to avoid Dong Xuebing. This showed how difficult he was.

Of course, Zhao Xu was not afraid of Dong Xuebing. He avoided him because he did not want to see his irritating look.

Old Cao was around from the start of the negotiations with Dong Xuebing and knew how Mayor Zhao felt. Nothing good can come out of Dong Xuebing’s mouth. His life span would be shortened if he stayed around him. Old Cao would try to avoid him if possible.

“Chief Wei, why are you asking this?”

“When did they leave?”

“Around thirty minutes ago. I think they are out of the City now.”

“How many people and who are with him?”

“The two chiefs from Zhen Shui County’s Finance Department and a secretary.”

“Their Party Secretary and Mayor did not fetch him from the hospital?”

“Zhen Shui County’s Party Secretary returned a few days ago, and Mayor Jiang has a meeting this morning. She is not with them, and I did not see her.”

“All right. I know.”

“Huh? What are you…”

“Nothing.”

Dong Xuebing is with his subordinates, and no leaders are around.

Wei Lin hung up and called an old friend.