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

Xu Hansheng smiled and nodded, saying, "Okay, Director Tan, I'll wait for you downstairs."

After saying that, Xu Hansheng walked out of Tan Zhifei's office.

As soon as they arrived at the gate, Zhang Yu offered Xu Hansheng a cigarette.

Seeing Zhang Yu's delighted expression, Xu Hansheng smiled and took the cigarette, saying, "Brother Zhang, is there something good happening?"

As Zhang Yu lit a cigarette for Xu Hansheng, he said with a beaming smile, "Brother, you were right, I got a raise today!"

"The manager specifically called me to inform me!"

Oh?

Xu Hansheng raised an eyebrow, looked Zhang Yu up and down, and said, "That's really good news."

Zhang Yu chuckled and said, "Yeah, I've been working at the county committee for several years, and my salary hasn't changed. It's really strange, though. Did the sun rise in the west today? They suddenly gave me a raise of over a thousand yuan. If you do the math, that's almost three hundred yuan a month."

Xu Hansheng smiled and nodded, saying, "I guess it's because some leader recognized Brother Zhang's meticulous and conscientious attitude towards work, so Brother Zhang should be grateful."

Xu Hansheng's reminder immediately reminded Zhang Yu that Qi Hongchang's secretary had come to see him that morning, and not long after, the manager called.

Thinking of this, Zhang Yu recounted the events of that morning to Xu Hansheng.

Xu Hansheng nodded slightly and said, "That's right. It's probably because Director Zhao helped Brother Zhang. So, Brother Zhang must be grateful for this favor."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Yu shook his head with a wry smile and said, "I would like to express my gratitude, but he is the deputy director of the county party committee office. The difference in status is too great. Even if I offer him a gift, he will not accept it."

"Besides, they've seen everything working for Secretary Qi. What could we possibly give them as a gift?"

Even with the salary increase, Zhang Yu only earns a little over a thousand yuan a month, and after deducting household expenses, he can't come up with much money.

Don't underestimate him just because he's a lowly security guard. He's been guarding the entrance to the county government compound every day, and he's seen a lot of things and knows the tricks of the trade in giving gifts.

There are countless examples of people who, because they gave the wrong gift, not only failed to win the favor of their superiors but were also alienated by them.

He's just a lowly security guard; how could he so recklessly offer a gift to the deputy director of the county party committee office? Wasn't that just asking for trouble?

Xu Hansheng shook his head and said, "You can't say that. Actually, giving gifts is about expressing sincere gratitude. Only communication without ulterior motives can create the most relaxing communication environment."

"As long as you are sincere enough and have a grateful heart, even a basket of farm eggs can fully express your feelings."

"Furthermore, Brother Zhang works for a security company and doesn't have any connections with the county, so this gift can still be delivered. However, it needs to be delivered to his home so that no one can see it."

"Just express your sincerity; don't say anything else. The gift will be enough to convey your message!"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Yu frowned, thought for a moment, and nodded, saying, "Alright, I'll ask Secretary Qi's driver, Lao Liu, tomorrow. Maybe he knows where Director Zhao lives..."

Xu Hansheng smiled faintly and said, "Brother Zhang, if Director Zhao asks, how do you know where he lives? What will you answer him?"

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Zhang Yu scratched his head, thought for a long time but couldn't come up with a suitable answer, and then said, "Didn't you just say you wanted to be honest? Well... I'll just tell the truth."

Xu Hansheng shook his head and said, "That won't do. Not only did you betray Lao Liu, but you also inquired about the leader's residence everywhere. That will make the leader resentful."

"Just say that once when Director Zhao and another leader were passing by, they seemed to have mentioned where he lived, and that's how you remembered it."

"As for him asking which leader you were passing by with when you overheard it, just say it's been too long and you can't remember clearly."

"This concept must be kept vague, but in other aspects, sincerity is essential!"

After listening to Xu Hansheng's explanation, Zhang Yu gave him a thumbs up and said, "Your method is truly superior."

Xu Hansheng laughed heartily a few times and said, "Brother Zhang, don't worry, your gift won't be given for nothing. As long as there's an opportunity, Director Zhao will still speak up for you."

"But remember one thing: don't have any ulterior motives."

Just then, Tan Zhifei quickly walked out of the office building. Seeing Xu Hansheng and Zhang Yu chatting animatedly, he smiled and asked, "What are you talking about?"

Xu Hansheng quickly turned around and looked at Tan Zhifei, saying, "Director Tan, we didn't talk about much. The security guard said he got a raise today and was happy, so we chatted for a while."

Tan Zhifei smiled and nodded, then said to Xu Hansheng, "Let's go, don't keep Assistant Liu waiting."

After saying that, the two of them walked quickly toward Hongyunlai, one after the other.

As they walked, Tan Zhifei asked Xu Hansheng, "Is there anything wrong with the data in the report you prepared before?"

Xu Hansheng was slightly taken aback, then smiled and said, "Director Tan, don't worry. Although I hadn't seen the land office's materials at the time, I had driver Lao Chen drive around the central town for several days."

"I know exactly which plot of land is suitable for Tiancheng Holdings to establish a presence there!"

Tan Zhifei then said with relief, "That's good. I trust you to handle things. However, after my new appointment comes through in a few days, it's very likely that Liu He will be in charge of the research lab!"

"You need to be extra careful when dealing with this person!"

"To be honest, my ability to move forward smoothly this time is inseparable from the matter of Tiancheng Holdings, and you are a key contributor to this success. I'm worried that he might hold a grudge against you."

"If he intends to make things difficult for you, he can come to me anytime."

Tan Zhifei had wanted to say these things to Xu Hansheng yesterday, but he hadn't found a suitable opportunity.

At that moment, there were few pedestrians on the road, only him and Xu Hansheng. Tan Zhifei then spoke his mind.

On the one hand, it was to let Xu Hansheng understand that Tan Zhifei always remembered Xu Hansheng's good deeds.

On the other hand, it was also an attempt to win over Xu Hansheng.

As the director of the county party committee office, Tan Zhifei also needs to cultivate a few capable confidants.

Xu Hansheng was his top target!

Xu Hansheng said with gratitude, "Thank you for your kindness, Director Tan. I will do my best to get along well with Director Liu and try not to cause any trouble for Director Tan."

Tan Zhifei nodded and said, "It would be best if you could get along with Liu He. However, don't feel any pressure. Just do your job well. If he wants to make things difficult for you, he'll need an excuse."

Xu Hansheng nodded solemnly.

As for getting along well with Liu He, Xu Hansheng didn't even dare to think about it.

It's likely that Liu He hated Tan Zhifei the moment he was designated as Fu Changqing's successor.