Living like a salted fish in the end times

Chapter 323
"Let's not talk about this for now." Ji Zhangqiu waved his hand, and then hinted: "Leaving aside the question of experience, I want to know how Zhang Hao's character is? Are there any character flaws that others don't know about?"

"According to my observations, he is quite gentle in character, not very social, usually caring about his family, and has no bad habits or extreme ideas. He is a very normal person." He Yong wrote lightly.

Regardless of whether it is true or not, he is unwilling to slander Zhang Hao. Apart from the friendship between the two, this is also driven by interests.

In all fairness, although he is very jealous of each other.

But things have come to this point, as a mature politician, maximizing interests is what he should do.

It is undeniable that if Zhang Hao can take the position, the relationship between the two of them will definitely benefit him and cause no harm to him, and he has no reason to be a hindrance.

Ji Zhangqiu nodded and continued to ask, "What about his political orientation?"

"Well, how should I put it, their generation is a little different from ours."

He Yong paused and continued:

"As we all know, because of the new textbooks, the three views of the younger generation will inevitably be affected. There are two main manifestations. One is that the federation is highly respected, and the other is that the idea of ​​great unification is deeply rooted."

"It's normal. This is also the result of decades of hard work by the Federation. There is nothing to hide."

Ji Zhangqiu was a little unconcerned.

If they were placed in the past, they would definitely be on guard against this trend of thought in order to fight against the peaceful evolution on the other side.

But the situation is different now. If they enter the center, in order to consolidate their own interests, they will inevitably continue to strengthen the centralization of power and continue to promote the idea of ​​great unification.

He Yong immediately breathed a sigh of relief: "Except for this point, there is nothing else. Zhang Hao himself is not very interested in politics, and he has not shown any special inclination."

"That's it! Then who does he usually get close to?"

Ji Zhangqiu followed up with another question.

"As far as I know, the people he usually deals with are basically business people.

As for the political field, apart from his third sister who is the director of the Department of Health, there are only me, Minister Yin from the Ministry of Energy, Minister Li from the Ministry of Communications, and Mayor Jiao from Minde, who may be relatively familiar, and most of the others. Just casual acquaintance. "

"Why is there no WFP director Yu?"

Ji Zhangqiu was full of doubts.

He Yong quickly explained: "Speaking of this, you may not know something about the consul. The relationship between the two of them is actually not harmonious. It mainly involves some conflicts of interest..."

"You don't need to explain, I understand."

Ji Zhangqiu soon understood.

The WFP has a lot of power, and Zhang Hao's Haotian Group happens to be within the jurisdiction of the WFP. It is quite normal for the two parties to have conflicts.

What's more, the two parties still have a bad debt from ten years ago, which has not been resolved yet!
Next, the two chatted for more than two hours. With Governor He's detailed explanation, Ji Zhangqiu had a deeper understanding of Zhang Hao.

At the end of the meeting, He Yong saw that Consul Ji was in a good mood, so he bit the bullet and asked:
"Consul, may I ask a question?"

"Ask!" Ji Zhangqiu smiled and nodded.

"Apart from Zhang Hao, who are the other candidates? Or to put it another way, who is his biggest competitor?"

He Yong said impatiently.

Ji Zhangqiu rubbed his chin and didn't evade the question: "Since you want to know, it's okay to tell you. Zhang Hao's biggest competitor is Ma Fu."

"Alibaba's Mafu?"

"Yes, it's him."

"Why did you choose him?" He Yong asked in surprise.

You know, Ma Fu is a well-known talker, and he often speaks loudly, especially his famous saying "I'm not interested in money" and the famous "Fu Bao" theory, which spread throughout the Federation and became a topic that everyone talked about. Big rot.

Ji Zhangqiu explained casually: "The reason for choosing him is mainly because of his status in the circle and his reputation in Europa."

"Can Zhang Hao compete?"

"One of them is a rising star, and the other is Taishan Beidou. At present, they are evenly matched. As for who will be chosen in the end, we need to hold another meeting to discuss."

He Yong tentatively asked: "Consul, who do you prefer?"

"I haven't figured it out yet." Ji Zhangqiu shook his head, and then told him, "You just need to know about this, and don't spread it out for now."

"I understand."

He Yong nodded solemnly.

……

At 10:30 in the evening, Ji Zhangqiu saw off the last visitor. If Minister Li and Governor He were added, he met a total of nine people today.

The effect was still obvious, which made him finally make up his mind.

Seeing that the meeting was over, Xia Congwen, chief of staff, immediately came over with a small bowl of ginseng soup, and said with concern on his face: "Consul, this is the ginseng soup sent by my wife, you should drink it quickly!"

"When did she come here?"

Ji Zhangqiu took the bowl casually, the temperature of the soup was just right, so he raised his head and drank it all in one gulp.

"An hour ago, seeing you were busy, I left the ginseng soup and went back." Xia Congwen replied.

Ji Zhangqiu put down the bowl, motioned the other party to sit down, and said without hesitation: "Old Xia, I have already made a decision."

"Consul, what do you mean?"

Xia Congwen couldn't help being surprised.

Such an important matter, I didn't expect it to come to fruition after only one day.

Are you in a hurry?
"I'm not sure about Ma Fu, let Zhang Hao take over! What do you think?"

"Zhang Hao is indeed more suitable than Ma Fu!"

Xia Congwen quickly echoed.

Even if he has an opinion, he dare not object!
Ji Zhangqiu couldn't help sighing: "Compared to an old mall fox like Ma Fu, Zhang Hao is still a young man, and the city is limited, so he is more at ease in using it."

Xia Congwen didn't speak again, but his mind was spinning quickly, thinking about the pros and cons of this matter.

Ji Zhangqiu said a few words with emotion, and then talked about the future arrangements: "I chatted with He Yong at noon, and he gave me a suggestion, which I think makes sense."

"What advice?"

Xia Congwen asked cooperatively.

"He suggested helping Zhang Hao find an experienced deputy consul as a partner."

Xia Congwen nodded after hearing the words: "This suggestion is good, and it is very thoughtful."

"Who do you think is suitable?"

"How about Fan Zhenxiang? If it wasn't God's will, this position originally belonged to him. Let him take over as the deputy consul, it should be regarded as compensation."

Xia Congwen said without hesitation.

The most important thing is that Fan Zhenxiang is the successor personally trained by the big leader, no matter in terms of personal ability or prestige, he is the best candidate.

Ji Zhangqiu smiled and nodded: "A gentleman sees the same thing, and I think so too. If Lao Fan can take Zhang Hao out of the way, it won't be a bad thing for us."

This was very reserved. In fact, in his expectation, the consul was supposed to be emptied, and it depended on whether the other party knew what was going on.

"Consul, what about the other cabinet members? Do they need to be replaced?" Xia Congwen followed up tentatively.

If he chooses not to change, then he may be able to stay as the chief of staff. He is only in his early seventies this year, and he can definitely work for another ten years.

Ji Zhangqiu waved his hand. In fact, he had already made a decision in his heart: "It's better not to change, it's better to be stable. Zhang Hao's foundation is shallow. Once a new person is replaced, there will inevitably be another battle, which is not good for the political situation."

This move is a bit ruthless.

As the saying goes, one emperor and one courtier.

Without a cabinet appointed by himself, the consul is purely a decoration. If there is no emergency, there is almost no possibility of turning over.

"Well, that's good too, to save the other party from thinking wildly." Xia Congwen showed a smile.

Ji Zhangqiu immediately ordered: "Old Xia, you don't have to leave with me, I will propose to Zhang Hao that you continue to be the chief of staff, after all, he is a political amateur, inexperienced, and easy to make jokes. "

"This... We agreed to retire together?"

Xia Congwen pretended to be embarrassed.

To be honest, at his age, his official career is basically over. Instead of changing to a pension job, he might as well stay and continue to be the chief of staff!

Although the chief of staff has no real power, he has a high status. In ancient times, he could even be compared to the emperor's teacher. He is respected everywhere. If he had a choice, he really didn't want to retire.

"Old Xia, I can't find a suitable candidate for a while, so you should do me a favor!"

Ji Zhangqiu advised.

Xia Congwen held back for a moment, then nodded: "Okay then! Just listen to you once, I will try to last a few more years with this old bone."

"As long as you promise, thank you."

Ji Zhangqiu didn't pierce the other party's little thoughts.

……

In the blink of an eye, the next day, Minister Li finished his work and rushed to Huicheng immediately.

When he arrived in Huicheng, he didn't go to the state capital, but went directly to Shawei Village, the purpose was self-evident.

Zhang Hao received the call and immediately came to the entrance of the village to greet him: "Minister Li, why are you here?"

Minister Li stood by the car and joked with a smile:
"I'll see an old friend, won't I?"

"Okay, I wish you could come here often!"

Zhang Hao said politely, and at the same time, a huge group of doubts arose in his heart.

Speaking of which, the two have known each other for 13 years, and this is the first time the other party came to the door. If there is nothing tricky about it, even a fool would not believe it.

Minister Li stretched out his hand and opened the car door: "Get in the car! I have wanted to go to your house for a long time, but I have never had the time. Today I finally have the chance."

"You get in the car first, I'll just sit outside."

Zhang Hao felt more and more uneasy in his heart.

The other party actually opened the door for him in person.

This is obviously a courtesy to others, and there must be something to ask for!

In recent years, except for Suguang Company, he has rarely cooperated with the authorities, and he doesn't know what is going on this time. I hope it is not an excessive request.

Minister Li smiled, turned around and got into the car without bothering with such details.

Zhang Hao followed closely and sat in.

Five minutes later, the car drove into the manor.

When Zhang Chongxin heard that Minister Li was going to be a guest at home, he had already stood at the door of the villa leaning on crutches, while Li Dajuan and Yang Huaqing were busy serving tea and water.

After getting off the car, Zhang Hao hurriedly introduced: "Minister Li, this is my dad."

"Master, it's been a long time. Are you in good health?" Minister Li greeted.

The two had met once before.

Zhang Chongxin smiled all of a sudden: "Thank God, I can live for a few more years."

"You must take care of your health when you are old! Zhang Dong is young and promising, you just wait to enjoy the blessing!"

Minister Li said politely.

"Just kidding, his little ability is better than ordinary people, and he is far behind you."

Zhang Chongxin replied.

Minister Li smiled and waved his hands, and said with a pun:

"Your old lady is modest. From my point of view, Zhang Dong's achievements are far more than that, and he will improve to a higher level in the future. Let's wait and see if you don't believe me."

Zhang Hao saw that the two were talking endlessly, so he hurriedly interrupted: "Minister Li, Dad, it's cold outside, let's go in and chat."

Minister Li heard the words, and supported Zhang Chongxin: "Master, Mr. Zhang is right, let me help you in!"

"Okay, let's go into the room and chat!"

This is a dignified ministerial-level senior official, and Zhang Chongxin's vanity has been greatly satisfied.

After entering the house, Zhang Hao introduced his mother and daughter-in-law to Minister Li, and then went to the bedroom to see his little daughter.

After some chat.

Minister Li suddenly changed the subject: "Mr. Zhang, can you show me your study?"

"Okay, this way please!"

Zhang Hao immediately understood what the other party meant.

Minister Li stood up and nodded towards Zhang Chongxin: "Master, we will come as soon as we go."

"Go, go, don't worry about me, I just went to the bedroom for a while."

Zhang Chongxin waved his hands again and again.

After entering the study, Minister Li immediately put away his smile, and at the same time closed the door with his own hands.

Zhang Hao couldn't help being taken aback: "Minister Li, what is this?"

"Zhang Dong, I have something to tell you. Since the matter is of great importance, we'd better be more cautious."

Minister Li explained casually.

Zhang Hao stopped immediately: "Minister Li, I'm timid, so don't scare me."

"Stop pretending, I don't know who you are yet?" Minister Li said angrily.

"Hey, let's sit down and talk!"

Zhang Hao pointed to the sofa.

Minister Li sat down on the sofa and pursed his lips: "Mr. Zhang, I went to the Consul's mansion yesterday, and Consul Ji told me something personally."

"Is it related to me?"

Zhang Hao's reaction was not slow.

"That's right, it's indeed related to you." Minister Li nodded solemnly, "I won't play tricks on you. You've heard about the general election, right? Consul Ji intends to make you his successor."

"What? You're not joking, are you?"

Zhang Hao was stunned and almost jumped up from the sofa.

Minister Li stared at the other party's eyes: "Do you think I'm joking?"

"How is it possible? I'm a businessman with no political experience at all. No matter what, I can't do it, right?"

Zhang Hao said with shortness of breath.

"You are right to say that, but who made you lucky, you were selected by chance."

Minister Li sighed, and then explained the relevant situation.

Zhang Hao murmured to himself after listening, "This is simply too magical."

"Don't rush to be happy. You are only one of the candidates now. Whether you can sit on the throne of the consul depends on your luck." Minister Li hurriedly reminded.

"If you can be a candidate, you've already burnt the incense for eight lifetimes." Zhang Hao took it very seriously.

Think about it, this is the federal consul, who controls the billions of people in the entire Blue Star, even more awesome than the ancient feudal emperors.

In a sense, this is the true sense of "under the whole world, is it the land of the king; on the shore of the land, is it the subject of the king", which is enough to leave a name in history.

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