Family connections: From special recruitment by the county committee to the pinnacle of power

Xu Hansheng picked up the kettle, poured Chen Ling a glass of water, and smiled, "Comrade Chen Ling, actually all men are the same, especially young men like me and Lin Mingyuan, we all care about our image."

"If he knew that you only gave him the position after I talked to you, I'm worried that he would be emotionally affected, which would directly impact our department's work going forward."

"We can reveal the truth once he has successfully completed the tasks assigned by the department and county leaders, or we can choose never to reveal it at all!"

"In this way, it will also be very helpful to the unity of our department. Comrade Lin Mingyuan owes you a favor, which is the same as Comrade Lin Weidong owing Minister Chen a favor."

"I think Comrade Chen Ling understands what I mean."

Chen Ling pondered the implied meaning in Xu Hansheng's words and understood some of it.

Everyone in the department has some kind of background, but Xu Hansheng doesn't have any reliable background. It's really not easy for him to be the head of such a department.

Otherwise, Liu Guohua wouldn't have been so indifferent to affairs in the past.

This may also be Xu Hansheng's expedient measure.

Making peace with Corey's people and the people behind them is a good approach.

Otherwise, Xu Hansheng wouldn't have been so magnanimous, knowing full well that Lin Mingyuan had reported him, yet still greeting Lin Mingyuan with a smile.

In a sense, this is a sign that Xu Hansheng has given in.

Thinking of this, Chen Ling nodded slightly and said, "Alright, I agree to Section Chief Xu's request!"

Xu Hansheng then stood up, shook hands with Chen Ling, and said, "Comrade Chen Ling, thank you very much for your cooperation. I am truly fortunate that our department has someone like you who is beautiful, has a broad perspective, and knows how to cooperate!"

"Huh?"

At this point, Xu Hansheng suddenly raised an eyebrow, stared intently at Chen Ling's face, and frowned, saying, "Comrade Chen Ling, hasn't anyone mentioned before that your profile looks a bit like He Jie's?"

Hearing this, Chen Ling felt a surge of pride, her pretty face flushing slightly as she replied, "No way, how can I compare to a big star like that?"

Xu Hansheng shook his head slightly and said, "That's not how it works. Those celebrities on TV are all made up by makeup artists, but you're without makeup!"

Hearing the words "no makeup" made Chen Ling feel even more beautiful.

Doesn't that mean she's prettier than He Jie?

No matter what age a woman is, what she loves to hear most is positive praise!

Xu Hansheng wasn't just making things up; Chen Ling does indeed bear some resemblance to He Jie.

Now, we've reached a crucial juncture, so giving a gift would be too abrupt, but saying a few nice words would be a piece of cake, wouldn't it?

"Oh dear, Section Chief Xu, what you've said is making me a little embarrassed!"

Chen Ling covered her face with one hand and said shyly.

If Xu Hansheng weren't her boss, she would have suspected he was trying to seduce her.

Xu Hansheng smiled and said, "What's there to be embarrassed about? Can't our Yutong County Party Committee Office produce a beautiful woman?"

"There should be a cultural performance before the Party School starts classes in a while. I think our department has a good chance of winning. You'd better prepare well during this time!"

Oh?

Chen Ling suddenly looked up at Xu Hansheng, and after thinking about it carefully, she realized that Xu Hansheng had done this all along.

It is true that the county holds an arts performance every year before the Party School starts classes, but that is only for newcomers.

On the one hand, this method allows everyone to get to know each other in a way that is both original and unconventional.

This idea was conceived by Chen Changhe two years ago.

"Section Chief Xu, but... I'm not a newcomer, am I?"

Chen Ling said with some difficulty.

Xu Hansheng smiled calmly, "It's nothing. Anyway, you're representing our department, so we have to bring back some honor!"

"Go ahead and get busy!"

Chen Ling nodded happily and quickly walked out of Xu Hansheng's office.

As Chen Ling walked out of Xu Hansheng's office with a smug look on her face, Lin Mingyuan, Zhao Dongxu, and the others subconsciously stared at her.

Seeing that everyone's eyes were on her, Chen Ling felt a little uncomfortable and said to them, "Hey, what are you all looking at?"

Zhao Dongxu asked with a curious look, "Chen Ling, what did Section Chief Xu want to see you about? You seem quite pleased with yourself..."

Wang Yu asked curiously, "Yes, what exactly happened? Can you tell us?"

"fine!"

Chen Ling immediately turned her face to the side.

Zhao Dongxu, still unwilling to give up, said, "Comrade Chen Ling, we're all colleagues, so why not share some good news?"

As he spoke, he poured Chen Ling a glass of water with a very attentive expression.

Seeing everyone's reluctant expression, Chen Ling pouted and said, "Oh, it's really nothing. It's just that after a while, a new person will be starting the job, right?"

"I'll be going to the Party School for a month of training. Before that, there's a cultural performance, and Section Chief Xu wants me to represent our section."

Ok?

Zhao Dongxu frowned and said, "We don't have any new staff in our department today. Even if we did, it would only be Section Chief Xu. Besides, his current position is too special for him to attend training!"

"Why bother with a performance?"

As is customary, Xu Hansheng was required to attend the initial training at the Party School. However, while others had not yet started their posts, Xu Hansheng, as a specially admitted student, had already been working for two months and was already a section-level cadre.

What's the point of training?

Their department essentially had no new recruits, so they didn't need to get involved in the Party School's affairs.

Wang Yu, standing nearby, interjected, "Even without newcomers, we can still participate in the performance. We represent the most core department of the county party committee office. Since we have the capability, of course we should compete for it, don't you think?"

Hearing this, Chen Ling rolled her eyes at Wang Yu and said, "Don't give me that!"

"Didn't you tell your uncle last year to cancel our department's performance?"

Wang Yu chuckled and said, "Oh, I was just thinking about it... I really don't have anything to offer, I can't even sing in tune..."

After saying that, Wang Yu smacked his lips somewhat embarrassedly.

As the executive vice minister in charge of the Party School and the Bureau of Veteran Cadres, Wang Yonglin could handle this small matter with just a word!

As a result, Chen Ling lost an opportunity to showcase her spirit.

Just as the group was whispering amongst themselves, Xu Hansheng opened his office door, strode into the main office, clapped his hands lightly, and said to everyone present, "Everyone, put down your work for a moment!"

"Let's have a quick, impromptu working meeting."

After speaking, Xu Hansheng's gaze swept over everyone before finally landing on Chen Ling.

"Reporting to the section chief!"

Chen Ling raised her right hand and looked at Xu Hansheng.

Xu Hansheng smiled and nodded, saying, "Comrade Chen Ling, is there something you need?"