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

After Zhang Juan and Cheng Zihua clinked glasses, Qi Hongchang took the lead and drank it all in one gulp.

Although Gu Changchun and Zhao Changhe were puzzled, they could only drink a glass of baijiu with him.

After putting down his wine glass, Zhao Changhe noticed that there was something wrong with the setup of today's welcoming banquet.

Logically speaking, Qi Hongchang, Deputy Secretary Jiang Hua, as well as the county head and executive deputy county head should have been accompanying them.

But today's arrangement is quite interesting.

Cheng Zihua is the deputy director of the Organization Department of Qingshan City, but among the people accompanying him, there is only the executive deputy county head Gu Changchun and Cheng Zihua himself, the director of the Organization Department.

As for Zhang Juan, she seems to be just a "dot".

The next moment, a flash of inspiration struck Zhao Changhe.

It wasn't that Qi Hongchang's arrangements were problematic, but rather that Qi Hongchang was specifically targeting him and Gu Changchun.

On the one hand, with Lin Hanlong absent, Gu Changchun became the highest-ranking leader in the county government office, overseeing not only the county's overall work but also the entire county government office.

Gu Changchun has the full right to suggest who can and cannot be mentioned.

After the nomination, the organizational process begins, which is exactly what Zhao Changhe wanted.

The implication is that, if it's a matter of convenience, we should consider whether Comrade Zhang Juan has the potential to be promoted from deputy section chief to section chief.

Of course, this cannot be said by Qi Hongchang; it requires the cooperation of Gu Changchun and Zhao Changhe, as well as approval from the Standing Committee of the County Party Committee, before it can be successfully implemented.

Not only Zhao Changhe thought of this, but even Gu Changchun saw through Qi Hongchang's thoughts. But the problem is, Jiang Qinghua, the director of the county government office, did not do anything wrong. It is impossible to punish Jiang Qinghua to make room for Zhang Juan, right?

But apart from Jiang Qinghua, where is there a position equivalent to a section chief?

Or……

There will soon be a vacancy for a section chief position in the county?

While eating, Gu Changchun pondered this matter in his mind.

Meanwhile, Qi Hongchang and Cheng Zihua, standing nearby, were already chatting animatedly, as if no one else around them existed.

This further confirms what Zhao Changhe and Gu Changchun were thinking.

Who accompanies you is not important; what's important is that Comrade Zhang Juan's matter be settled as soon as possible!

After lunch, while chatting idly with Cheng Zihua and taking a walk, Qi Hongchang said to Gu Changchun and Zhao Changhe, "County Chief Gu, Minister Zhao, if there's nothing else, you can go back to work!"

"I'll just have a casual chat with Minister Cheng."

Upon hearing this, the two bid farewell to Qi Hongchang and left.

Only after the two of them left did Qi Hongchang turn to Cheng Zihua and say, "Minister Cheng, you are now familiar with the situation in Yutong County."

"Therefore, we still need Minister Cheng to put in a lot of effort regarding the selection of the county magistrate. Yutong County is at a critical juncture in its development and cannot afford repeated turmoil!"

These words sounded as if Qi Hongchang was begging Cheng Zihua to be more careful in selecting people.

But in reality, it was an implication to Cheng Zihua to delay, both to give him time and to give County Chief Gu and Minister Zhao time to take action.

Perhaps if this drags on a little longer, when he comes to Yutong County again, Zhang Juan will already be a section-level cadre.

This is a silent exchange, where everyone gets what they need and is satisfied with their own outcome.

Cheng Zihua nodded solemnly and said, "Secretary Qi's consideration is very correct. Before this, I also thought that as long as one has strong work ability and is in their prime, they should be able to handle the job!"

"However, after communicating with Secretary Qi just now, I learned about the special circumstances of Yutong County. This county head is not only responsible to the organization, but also to the future development of Yutong County!"

"Therefore, we still need to examine the shortlisted comrades further to ensure they are absolutely suitable for Yutong County's current development needs!"

Upon hearing this, Qi Hongchang and Cheng Zihua exchanged a knowing smile, their understanding unspoken.

Just then, Qi Hongchang's phone rang. Seeing that it was Zhou Kaibin, the secretary of the county discipline inspection commission, calling, Qi Hongchang answered the phone with a smile and said, "Old Zhou, this is Qi Hongchang."

"Secretary Qi, our investigation has revealed that Robin, the Party Secretary of the Central Town, has committed serious disciplinary violations."

On the other end of the phone, Zhou Kaibin's very serious voice came through.

Qi Hongchang nodded and said, "Yes, thank you for your hard work, comrades from the Discipline Inspection Commission. Is the evidence conclusive?"

Zhou Kaibin immediately said, "Secretary Qi, not only did the public report this, but we also learned from our colleagues at the bank that Robin has a large amount of deposits with unclear origins."

"The evidence is irrefutable!"

Qi Hongchang sighed heavily and said, "Alas, the Party's policies have been repeatedly emphasized, yet some people still choose to take the risk!"

"Since he dared to take advantage of the people, then we must use this incident to demonstrate the authority of Party discipline and the law!"

"I suggest that the county discipline inspection commission immediately take coercive measures against Robin, produce a result as soon as possible, and report it to the city discipline inspection commission in a timely manner while also informing the entire county!"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Kaibin responded and then hung up the phone.

Hanging up the phone, Qi Hongchang smiled and said to Cheng Zihua, "Sigh, Robin, the Party Secretary of the Central Town, has been abusing his position to amass wealth, and even has a large amount of unexplained deposits. It's truly heartbreaking!"

"Perhaps Minister Cheng is unaware of this, but before this, I had high hopes for Robin; otherwise, I wouldn't have placed the Tiancheng Holdings project in the central town!"

"Furthermore, this project is not an independent project, but the beginning of a series of investment projects. It's a pity that Comrade Robin's actions have let down my high expectations for him, and even more so, let down the organization's cultivation of him!"

Upon hearing this, Cheng Zihua couldn't help but laugh and nod.

Clearly, Qi Hongchang answered this phone call in front of him to tell him that once Robin's case is confirmed, Zhang Juan can smoothly replace Robin as the Party Secretary of the Central Town!

Moreover, it's not a lateral transfer, but a promotion and important appointment!

Most importantly, the central town has a very promising future. As long as she moves step by step, Zhang Juan can accumulate enough experience to advance further to the position of deputy county magistrate!

At least during Qi Hongchang's tenure, being promoted to deputy director level would not have been a problem.

This exchange condition is not just about getting Cheng Zihua to help buy time; it also requires more thought in the selection of personnel.

Furthermore, through this incident, their relationship will be further strengthened, with them echoing each other and forming a kind of defensive alliance!

Moreover, it was Qi Hongchang who took the initiative to extend an olive branch to Cheng Zihua!

"It seems that Yutong County really needs a group of good cadres. Now I can truly appreciate how hard Secretary Qi has worked!"

Cheng Zihua smiled and shook hands with Qi Hongchang.

Qi Hongchang smiled and said, "Minister Cheng, thank you so much for your understanding. I have a meeting in the county this afternoon, so I won't keep you any longer. Next time you visit Yutong County, I guarantee you'll have a refreshing experience!"

Cheng Zihua smiled and nodded, then looked at Zhang Juan and Xu Hansheng, who were five steps away.

As Cheng Zihua opened the back door of the car, Qi Hongchang turned around and walked directly towards the county committee compound.

Only after Qi Hongchang had walked a distance did Cheng Zihua wave to Zhang Juan and Xu Hansheng, saying, "Let's get in the car together!"