The golden age began in 1977

Chapter 320 Are you that popular, kid?

After on-site verification of the underground caves and underground rivers in Beilishan, the command center began to prepare for opening the caves and collecting water in an orderly manner.

The water pumps that Qian Jin purchased from the mall were delivered to Beilishan first.

High-pressure variable frequency multi-drive diesel water pump!

This is a large water pump, with a unit price exceeding 50,000 yuan.

It adopts a multi-stage centrifugal pump design with multiple impellers and a precision-cast pump body, making it sturdy and durable.

The flow rate of this type of water pump starts from 10 cubic meters per hour and can reach up to 2,000 cubic meters per hour.

In other words, based on current estimates, a daily water output of 5,000 cubic meters can be achieved in just two and a half hours.

Its lifting range can reach thousands of meters, its power ranges from 5 kilowatts to 2,600 kilowatts, and its diameter is between 100 and 500 millimeters, making it a truly massive machine.

In other words, Qian Jin upgraded his equipment and got the Golden House; otherwise, he wouldn't have been able to buy such a machine.

In addition to buying a water pump, he also needs to buy an even more important water vein map.

After visiting the water resources bureau's survey team, he discovered that the team's technical capabilities were extremely limited, their equipment was very rudimentary, and they relied mainly on compasses, geological hammers, simple drilling, and visual experience to find caves and water sources.

The only piece of equipment that could be considered modern was a soil sampler, but it wasn't very useful in the mountains.

In the mountains, the only equipment that works is a fully hydraulic truck-mounted drilling rig, but needless to say, don't even think about it, there aren't any.

After discovering the cave, they lacked specialized equipment to determine the water source, so they used seismographs and ground-penetrating radar.

Since there was no water source location equipment, the water source location was not accurate this time, and it relied entirely on a combination of experience and textbook theoretical knowledge.

Qian Jin had some doubts. He wondered if the exploration team had found the cave by luck, or if, like in Xiping Mountain, they had received guidance from locals.

The drought relief work is in full swing, and not a second can be wasted, so relying on this exploration team is of little use.

It turned out that this was not his guess, but the truth.

After that, he sent over large water pumps, but the exploration team there found no more usable karst caves or underground river water extraction points.

Another exploration team also went to Xiping Mountain, where Uncle Huai and other elderly people provided a lot of support.

As a result, it can't be said that they gained nothing, but rather that they gained very little.

The cave was found, but the entrance was narrow and winding, making it impossible for anyone to enter, and the interior could not be ascertained.

Several underground water veins were found, but the water volume at the possible seepage points was minimal and insufficient to address the problem.

As the calendar pages turned and the drought worsened, the glimmer of hope that had just been ignited in the command center was once again shrouded in anxious clouds.

Qian Jin was extremely anxious.

He knew that the exploration team could have hope, but they shouldn't have too much expectation; he had to take matters into his own hands.

During the day, he coordinated various parties at the command center and dealt with one emergency after another, while at night he would immerse himself in the shopping mall to find useful information.

Hard work pays off!
He actually found a survey of groundwater resources in the mountainous and hilly areas of the entire province.

This is an important research document published by the National Map Press in the 21st century.

Qian Jin opened it and was overjoyed.

It contains groundwater flow maps for all the hilly areas of Haibin City. With this reference material, if the exploration team still can't make any progress, they might as well just bury them in a cave.

The issue is.

How can we present this information in a way that makes it seem natural?

Qian Jin had no choice.

I had no choice but to continue working overtime that night.

He purchased old draft paper from the mall, bound it together, and then copied and imitated on it. This time, he devoted himself wholeheartedly to the drought relief work in the whole province.

He not only had to copy the data on the watercourse patterns at the foot of Beilishan and Xipingshan, but also the data on other mountainous areas.

First, copy the emergency response plan for Haibin City, and then copy the plans for other cities and send them over.

He has to copy a book!

Meanwhile, preparations are underway for the development of the caves in Beilishan.

After discussing it, Han Zhaoxin and Zheng Guodong mobilized the city's armed forces department, which, upon receiving the order, immediately dispatched an experienced engineering corps company.

They arrived at the designated area in Beilishan on May 25th, carrying pneumatic drills, explosives, and dredging equipment.

Technicians from the Water Resources Bureau also arrived at the same time, bringing surveying instruments and blueprints.

This is the first major achievement that may have been made since the start of the drought relief work, so half of the command center was mobilized.

Zheng Guodong also instructed him to call him if there were any results, and that he would have to go and see them.

After arriving at the designated area, the engineering soldiers immediately demonstrated their spirit of "not being afraid of hardship or death." Under the guidance of water conservancy technicians, they accurately selected blasting locations based on the weak points in the rock strata marked on the drawings and clues provided by the villagers.

The deafening explosions echoed through the valley, shattering the tranquility of the mountains and shaking the hearts of everyone present.

Many villagers came to the mountains to watch.

With so many leaders and even engineering corps members arriving, the villagers naturally knew that something big was happening in the mountains.

However, it is dangerous to cut through mountains to extract water, and it is inappropriate for locals, young and old, to come and watch.

Han Zhaoxin got angry and roared, "What's going on? Who leaked the news beforehand?"

Zhu Damin came over looking disheveled and apologized, saying helplessly, "Sir, we had no choice."

"We made too much noise. The locals saw military vehicles going into the mountains. They're spreading rumors! I don't know who the hell is spreading these rumors, but they're saying that this year's drought is because a drought demon is hiding in our mountains!"

"What?" Han Zhaoxin was stunned.

Qian Jin was aware of this feudal rumor, mainly because there were so many novels about this thing online in his previous life: "A drought demon is a zombie..."

Han Zhaoxin only realized the people were indulging in feudal superstition after being reminded: "How... how can there be such a saying?"

Zhu Damin said helplessly, "Leader, you don't know, we mountain folk are superstitious and feudal. Anyway, as soon as this statement came out, it caused a huge uproar."

"Oh, this statement didn't just come out today; it came out quite early this morning."

"Today they saw military vehicles entering the mountains, and they said that the survey teams sent into the mountains before were all Taoist priests in disguise. They went into the mountains not to find water, but to find drought demons hidden underground, because drought demons are zombies, and drought demons hide underground."

"Then they found it: the army had marched into the mountains to blast the drought demon!"

"People in the mountains are superstitious. When they hear there's a drought demon, they're determined to come and see for themselves. We have no choice but to tell the truth: there's no drought demon at all, and the warriors aren't here to fight it; they're here to fetch water."

"So they want to see it too..."

Zhu Damin said he had no will to live.

Being a leader at the grassroots level is not easy.

Qian Jin had no choice but to mediate: "The more people who come, the better, as we will need more labor later. But you must make it clear to the commune members that they must take good care of the elderly and children and ensure their own safety!"

Reality waits for no one.

Explosions were heard incessantly.

After the blasting was over, the soldiers, together with the local able-bodied men, braved the choking dust and loose rocks, using shovels, picks, and even their bare hands to clear away the blasted debris and accumulated soil.

Sweat soaked through their uniforms and clung to the dark backs of the commune members; many had blisters on their hands, but no one complained of being tired, and no one backed down.

Because they knew that every foot they dug brought them one step closer to the life-saving water source!
This wasn't something that could be solved simply by setting off a few cannons and having a group of people work on it for a while; it took more than three days of work.

Qian Jin stayed at the construction site day and night, making the most of his time to copy the waterway map.

Fortunately, with Han Zhaoxin in charge, Qian Jin doesn't need to do anything. Whether it's coordinating supplies or solving unexpected problems, the boss will take care of everything.

He copied out all the waterway maps and information from Haibin City, put them in a pre-prepared kraft paper file bag, then put them in a large international mail envelope, and finally affixed special international mail stamps from the United States to China. He then told Zhang Aijun, who was accompanying him, to take them away.

No one noticed his subtle actions; the attention of all the officials present was now focused on the construction site.

Including Han Zhaoxin, everyone's eyes were bloodshot, and their voices were hoarse from directing and coordinating and inhaling dust, but their spirits were unusually high.

On the morning of the fourth day, when the last obstacle was finally broken through, a stream of cool water gushed out from the dark depths of the cave.

Like a long-suppressed dragon, it surged and flowed down the mountain to the parched land through the makeshift irrigation canal dug by the soldiers!

"Water's coming out! Water's coming out!"

Cheers instantly echoed throughout the valley!
The elderly, women, and children who were watching ignored the rules and excitedly scooped up the clear spring water, their tears mixing with the water.

Han Zhaoxin stood on the hill with his hands on his hips. The morning breeze ruffled the white hair at his temples. His expression was frozen, and the bloodshot veins in his eyes gathered in one spot, making his eyes red.

It's not easy!

Qian Jin looked at the cheering local people and the farmers wiping away their tears, and felt deeply empathetic!

These days he has personally witnessed the despair of the people under the severe drought.

Those laborers who wander around the fields every day, those old people who sigh and complain at the edge of the fields, and those children who carry water buckets and hold earthenware pots.

Their images kept swirling in his mind.

Now, they've moved out.

Zhang Chengnan said something very true: this water is life-saving water. It not only flows into the parched fields to save the crops, but also flows into people's desperate hearts to save their souls!

The message was relayed back to the command center immediately.

Upon hearing the news, Zheng Guodong immediately drove over.

As he stood beside the newly cleared water intake, looking at the gushing, clear, and sweet underground spring water, his excitement was palpable.

Han Zhaoxin greeted him and led him along the newly built simple ditch.

At this time, the mountains are full of construction sites.

The ditch was almost finished, but it still needs to be repaired carefully.

Repairing ditches was a labor-intensive task for the commune. There were no work points or money involved, but everyone, adults and children alike, was busy working, including teachers and students.

Everyone had a smile on their face.

The drought has become a paper tiger!

Zheng Guodong walked in front, and everyone could tell who the crowd was. Several old men and women used their rough earthenware bowls to scoop water for him to drink, and some even asked him if he had eaten and shared their own cornbread for lunch with him.

This made the top leader so excited that he could hardly contain himself:

"Comrades, our efforts have been worthwhile. The people's generosity in providing us with food and drink is exactly what we strive to achieve in serving them!"

He gripped Han Zhaoxin's hand tightly, then patted Qian Jin's shoulder forcefully, his voice loud and full of emotion:
"Comrades! You have worked hard! You have won a great victory! This is a model of combining a scientific attitude with revolutionary enthusiasm!"

"Old Han, how are you? I'm doing great!"

Han Zhaoxin, as the second-in-command, also has a high level of speaking ability.

He laughed loudly and said, "I only got a nominal title; this is all thanks to the efforts of all our comrades here."

"Think about it, without Comrade Qian Jin's scientific deductions based on theory and practice, without Director Zhang and the comrades from the Water Resources Bureau's professional judgment, without the engineering corps' fearless and valiant struggle, and without the full support of the members of the Wolf Commune, would we have this life-saving water today!"

Zheng Guodong nodded in agreement: "That's right, this is a vivid manifestation of the spirit of unity and struggle of our people! On behalf of all levels of government in the city, I would like to express my highest respect and warmest congratulations to you!"

The applause was thunderous.

The shutters of the reporters' cameras clicked rapidly.

Tomorrow's newspapers will have to be filled with reports about today's events.

Because it really boosts morale!

Drought relief is like a war of resistance; propaganda is crucial. We must use propaganda to instill in everyone the belief that we will win.

And faith is a treasure that money can't buy!

Zheng Guodong visited the water outlet and then wondered, "The water flow is so rapid, why is a water pump still needed?"

Zhang Chengnan explained with great enthusiasm: "The reason the water is gushing out now is because of the water pressure. Without a continuous water supply, the water pressure will drop quickly, and the water will stop gushing out. That's when we need a water pump to do the job."

He patted the brand-new machine and praised Qian Jin highly: "Deputy Commander Qian is young and promising. He is a jack-of-all-trades and can be relied upon in every aspect."

"Comrade Guodong, I must recommend him for commendation right now. He is a great hero of our drought relief command!"

Qian Jin chuckled and waved his hands repeatedly: "The drought relief work has only just begun. We've only found one outlet, so let's not rush to celebrate..."

This is the truth.

Everyone was stumped.

How do we determine the other water outlets?
They have only solved the water crisis of the Wolf Commune, but there are dozens or even hundreds of other communes facing similar difficulties!

Not to mention other places, there are still four or five communes in the Beilishan area that are at high risk of drought!
The jubilant mood of the group slowly subsided.

After lunch, the command center received a call from the commune. Han Zhaoxin answered the phone and was then greatly surprised:
"What? The Foreign Affairs Office of the All-China Federation of Supply and Marketing Cooperatives received a report on groundwater resource exploration in the foothills of our city?! And now it's been delivered to the command center?"

"Are you sure this isn't a prank or some kind of misunderstanding? A geography expert has examined it and believes it's highly credible?"

"Okay, okay, okay, let's go back right away!"

Han Zhaoxin told Wang Guodong about the situation, and everyone was filled with excitement as they rushed back by car.

Qian Jin already knew the outcome, and he originally wanted to avoid suspicion and not go back to join in the fun. But now he's truly a favorite of the leaders, and he's been dragged into the car anyway.

"These are items sent by your company, and we need you to help us check them out!"

The convoy hurriedly returned to the city government building. They entered the command center office, where a member of the command center handed them a manila envelope.

The file folder was old, with dust stuck in the crevices that couldn't be swept away; it was clearly an old thing.

There's a sticker on it with peeling edges, labeled "Geological Exploration Results of the Foothill Area of ​​Haibin City, 1958-1961 (Internal Data)".

Upon seeing this year, a veteran cadre present recalled, "58, 58, oh my, I remember this."

"In the late 1950s, the province did organize a comprehensive survey of geological work. But then the steelmaking incident happened, and I didn't pay much attention to it. Later, when social unrest broke out, I heard that the geological work group was implicated..."

He shook his head.

I can't continue.

Han Zhaoxin and Zheng Guodong huddled together and opened the documents inside to read them.

They quickly flipped through the pages and soon found a map with annotations for Beilishan.

The map uses clear blue lines and symbols to mark the estimated flow directions of four or five underground rivers that run through the entire mountain range!
There was also a line of small print next to it:
"Based on the characteristics of karst development and regional hydrogeological conditions, it is inferred that there are large-scale underground runoff channels in this area, and it is recommended to conduct detailed exploration and verification in the future."

The hearts of the two top leaders pounded wildly!

They exchanged a glance, and Zheng Guodong said, "Calm down, stay calm, and take another careful look."

Han Zhaoxin called Zhang Chengnan and Qian Jin over, suppressing his excitement, and said, "Come on, carefully examine the coordinates and topographical references on the map. Can you find the water intake point that was opened this time?"

Zhang Chengnan became Zhang Fandan.

He can't read a map.

Actually, Qian Jin wouldn't even look at it.

The problem is that he copied this thing by referring to the reference picture in the book. In order to make the copy accurate, he carefully looked at the miniature map of Kita-Lishan.

Now he knew what to do: "Quickly find a map, a map with detailed information about Beilishan, and let's compare it with the map."

The map has been delivered.

Qian Jin gestured with his hand, and finally placed a dot on it: "That's right!"

Han Zhaoxin slammed his fist on the table next to him, sending the scattered documents on it bouncing around.

"The veteran comrades of the geological teams in the 1950s and 60s have left us a treasure!"

Zhang Chengnan said excitedly, "It seems that there are several large underground rivers hidden under Beilishan and Xipingshan next to it! Their water volume must be considerable!"

Han Zhaoxin took the book to the south window and carefully examined the markings and instructions under the bright sunlight.

The more he looked, the wider his eyes widened: "Who contributed this? This is a treasure! If everything inside is true, if only we could make use of all those underground rivers..."

He suddenly looked up at the crowd, his eyes filled with disbelief and ecstasy: "Haha, with this, life will be much better for the communes and production teams in the mountains!"

Then he pulled the money out: "Where did this come from?"

Qian Jin awkwardly spread his hands: "I don't know. Who sent the documents? I'll call and ask."

The documents were submitted to the Foreign Business Office by Zhang Aijun.

He often followed Qian Jin in and out of the foreign business office, and was already considered half an employee. Nobody cared what he could do.

Qian Jin called the subordinate who delivered the letter, then, after feigning concern and asking a few questions, he hung up and said to the two leaders:

"Here's the thing, the post office staff came to deliver an international package to us today, and this package is inside."

"Because the address and subject of the letter were unfamiliar to our colleagues, they were afraid there might be a problem, so they opened it and took a look, only to find out it was this kind of document."

"Oh right, my colleague said there was a letter along with the documents?"

"Yes, there is." The clerk who stayed at the command post quickly brought over an English letter.

Qian Jin opened the letter and looked at the English printed on it, saying, "It's a letter from the United States. You see, it wasn't handwritten at all; it was typed and then printed out."

"Take a look at what it says on it?" Han Zhaoxin asked.

Seeing the anxious looks on the faces of the top two leaders, Qian Jin felt quite embarrassed.

He's got two leaders hooked up with him.

He glanced at the content, then translated:

"That's how it is. The person who wrote the letter, and who mailed this document, was an overseas Chinese. His elders were members of the geological expedition team back then."

"As a result of certain issues, this veteran member of the expedition team was treated unfairly more than a decade ago. His family members used their connections to secretly take a ship to the United States. When they left, in addition to their family property, they also took with them the fruits of the expedition team's hard work in exploring the area."

“A few days ago, he learned from a foreign newspaper that there would be a severe drought in China, so he decided to mail this information to us to see if we could help…”

Upon hearing this, everyone showed a solemn expression.

Zheng Guodong interrupted Qian Jin and exclaimed, "A loyal heart shines like the bright moon—what a fine overseas Chinese, what a fine comrade! Ah!"

Qian Jin said, "Sir, there's no time to lose. We should immediately send the data to the survey site and arrange for the geological survey team to conduct an emergency investigation."

Zheng Guodong roused himself and stopped dwelling on the past: "Alright, comrades, let's remember the lessons of the past and make the most of the present."

"Director Zhang, please mobilize all water conservancy and geological survey teams to investigate and explore the water veins based on this data."

"Yes, also contact all the geology professors at various universities and gather them together to assist in the research. They will definitely be of great help!"

The command center continued its busy work.

Compared to before, those who are busy now are much more motivated.

Smiles began to appear on everyone's faces.

There's hope.

Good news kept coming in the following days.

The information is useful!

As more and more underground water veins were discovered, the armed forces department became busy, and the engineering corps spread out in all directions. In addition to Beilishan, they also successfully found water outlets in many other mountainous areas such as Xipingshan, Dajiangshan, Jinchashan, and Yinchashan.

The groundwater accumulated in the mountains for thousands of years has been a great help in this drought!
After getting off work, Qian Jin continued to copy documents, but before he could finish, something else came up to him.

At the end of May, he was busy coordinating with transportation officials in southern provinces and cities to deliver water by train when Han Zhaoxin called out to him in confusion:
"Xiao Qian, some comrades from the capital are looking for you. There are quite a few of them!"

Qian Jin tilted his head: "Which department?"

Han Zhaoxin said, "Go and take a look. I'm busy here and didn't listen carefully. It sounded like it was about foreign trade or something. I guess it's related to your job."

foreign trade!

Qian Jin's heart skipped a beat.

Could it be that Director Shi, Gao Yi, and the others have come again?
He was half right.

Director Shi came, but Gao Yi didn't come this time.

But it doesn't matter who comes; the purpose is as he guessed:

"Comrade Qian Jin, congratulations. The establishment process for your unit has been completed, and your appointment notice has been issued."

Qian Jin didn't know whether to get excited or how to shirk responsibility.

He's currently overwhelmed!
You shouldn't have performed so well!

Director Shi said, "The city of Haibin should receive the relevant notification soon, and a leader from our department should have contacted you."

"I've come here in person to meet with the leaders of your supply and marketing cooperative and to convey their instructions on the preliminary preparations, so as to ensure that the handover work before you take office proceeds in an orderly manner."

He walked up to Qian Jin, reached out, and patted Qian Jin's shoulder heavily:
"Are you so happy you don't know what to say? But don't be too happy yet, Comrade Qian Jin. You must remember this: from now on, the approval 'iron gate' you are in charge of is a vital national instrument!"

"You must be responsible for safeguarding the exchange rate and never yield an inch!"

"Thank you for your guidance, leader!" Qian Jin gave a helpless smile, "But right now, I'm afraid I can't get away!"

Director Shi asked in confusion, "What's wrong? Is the work at the supply and marketing cooperative that busy?"

Qian Jin asked, "Have you heard about the drought relief efforts in our Haibin City?"

Director Shi asked blankly, "What's wrong? I haven't heard much about it. But I know that both the south and the north are preparing for disaster relief. What earth-shattering event has happened in your Haibin City—"

"No!"

He suddenly realized:
"Aren't you the director of the Foreign Trade Office of the Supply and Marketing Cooperative? You're in charge of foreign trade. What direct relationship does this disaster relief have with you? If you need to purchase any foreign-invested products, that won't stop you from setting up the new office, will it?"

Qian Jin said weakly, "I am the deputy commander of our city's earthquake relief command center, and to put it bluntly, leader, I am the executive deputy commander among the deputy commanders."

Upon hearing this, Director Shi chuckled: "Executive Deputy Commander? What kind of position is that?"

Once he figured it out, he stopped laughing: "You, you little rascal, are you that sought after?"

Qian Jin spread his hands.

Then, for the first time, he saw a look of helplessness on Director Shi's face, which always conveyed a serious expression:
"This is really troublesome. Oh dear, I never expected something like this to happen. This is really troublesome..."

He brushed his hair aside and said with difficulty, "Comrade Qian Jin, the appointment document has already been sent out through the confidential channel. I came here today, so you should have received the document tomorrow or the day after. What should we do?"

"Once you receive the appointment document, you will need to come to the capital to attend an important meeting, where you will formally accept the appointment and hear a comprehensive briefing from your foreign trade sector on the functions, positioning, and key tasks of the 'Approval Committee' in the near future."

Qian Jin didn't know what to do at that moment.

One of the leaders who came with him to deliver the notification asked, "Drought relief work is very important, but you're not the commander-in-chief. Besides, as far as I know, there should be quite a few people in the command center, right?"

Qian Jin understood what he meant and said with difficulty, "But I probably can't get away... Otherwise, could you please discuss this with our leader?"

Director Shi nodded slowly.

This is the only way.

Seeing this, Qian Jin took off the Hero fountain pen hanging in his breast pocket, pulled out a piece of paper, and asked, "Director Shi, what materials do I need to prepare? Personal file? Work experience certificate? Or..."

"No need to worry about these things," Director Shi said casually, clearly his thoughts had wandered elsewhere.

For example, how to talk to the top two leaders of Haibin City about where the money goes.

"The ministry will arrange for someone to contact you in advance to discuss the specific itinerary and the list of required materials. This includes your train ticket to Beijing, accommodation, and meeting agenda. You just need to arrive on time."

He paused, then added, "This meeting is very important. Besides the appointments, it is also about unifying thinking and clarifying the boundaries of authority and responsibility."

"To be honest, the establishment of the 'Approval Committee' is a major decision made by the state in light of the current new situation of opening up to the outside world and in order to strengthen the management of foreign exchange and foreign investment projects."

"Currently, the framework and core charter of the General Committee are being established and submitted for approval at the capital level. You local subcommittees are conducting pilot programs and exploring experiences in key provinces and cities in accordance with the framework and requirements of the General Committee."

He picked up the enamel mug on the table, took a sip of tea to moisten his throat, and his face once again showed a troubled expression:

"Tell me, which departments from your command center are involved in this operation?"

Qian Jin was very familiar with this matter and explained it in detail and clearly.

Director Shi fell silent.

Qian Jin asked tentatively, "What's wrong? Is there something wrong with this?"

Director Shi said, "Very good!"

Then he pondered, "Perhaps I can help you research this..."

Qian Jin didn't understand what he meant, so he looked at him with a probing gaze.

Director Shi smiled and said, "After you take office, you will have to deal with many units in your work."

He took out his notebook and quickly wrote and drew lines on it with the pen tip:

"You see, first of all, we can't do without the cooperation of the local planning commission. All the projects that require the use of foreign exchange originate from their plans and records. You need to maintain close communication with them to ensure that information is synchronized and that the review is done in advance."

“When it comes to specific projects,” he said, pointing in another direction, “for industrial projects, you have to deal with the Economic Commission and the bureau in charge of industry; for agricultural projects, you have to contact the Agricultural Commission and the Agricultural Bureau.”

"The Science and Technology Commission is an unavoidable hurdle when it comes to technology imports and scientific research equipment; it also involves the import of educational and cultural equipment—for example, universities wanting to import foreign teaching equipment and foreign language textbooks, or vocational skills training institutions wanting to import equipment..."

Soon, a complex network diagram was drawn on the blank page of the notebook.

Qian Jin understood what Director Shi meant.

He will have to deal with many departments in the future, but he is a new cadre with no connections and is not familiar with the leaders of various units.

Even though he will have great power at that time, people may not take him seriously, let alone give him face.

If he performs well as a leader in this drought relief effort, it will greatly improve his standing among the city's top leaders and allow him to cultivate good relationships with the heads of various organizations.

This will make it much easier for him to carry out verification work.

It could be said that fate gave him an opportunity to hone his network of relationships.

Director Shi gave a wink to the people accompanying him, and they huddled together and started chatting.

Finally, Director Shi handed some documents to Qian Jin and said, "I will talk to your commander-in-chief as soon as possible."

"Han Zhaoxin?" He nodded thoughtfully. "I have a good impression of him. It's a good opportunity to make some contact with him..."

(End of this chapter)