Nominal: Intercepting Zhong Xiaoai, Dominating Handong

"It is necessary to make a precise judgment on what should be done first, what should be done later, what should be urgent, and what should be slow."

"For example, our first priorities were transportation and anti-corruption."

"Transportation is the foundation of development, and anti-corruption is the prerequisite for uniting people's hearts and minds."

"If these two things are done well, everything else will be easy."

"In terms of industry, we are not pursuing a broad approach, but rather focusing on key breakthroughs."

"First, we should focus our efforts on developing the tea industry to create a demonstration effect, and then gradually expand to other industries."

"This avoids the dispersion of resources and reduces risks."

Chen Wenzhe sat down again, picked up his teacup and slowly took a sip: "Your theory on traditional Chinese medicine is very interesting. It reminds me of the Zhenguan era of the Tang Dynasty."

"Oh? Secretary Chen, please enlighten me." Gu Mingyuan's eyes lit up.

"When Li Shimin first ascended the throne, he faced a mess left by the chaos at the end of the Sui Dynasty. What strategy did he adopt?" Chen Wenzhe asked himself.

"It is about rest and recuperation, without disrupting the farming season."

"Let the people catch their breath and resume production first, instead of rushing into large-scale projects and major reforms."

"Only after the country's strength was restored and the people were at peace did he begin to implement deep-seated reforms such as the Fubing system and the imperial examination system. This is the rhythm of reform."

Gu Mingyuan said with deep feeling, "Secretary Chen is absolutely right. That's exactly what I did in Liping."

"When I first arrived, the county was facing financial difficulties, the morale of the officials was low, and the people did not trust the government."

"If we had rushed into large-scale development back then, it would probably have backfired."

"So we first address the most pressing issues—rectifying work style, rebuilding trust, paving the way, and unblocking the flow of resources."

"Once these foundational tasks are completed, we can then promote industrial development and various reforms."

Chen Wenzhe nodded in satisfaction: "The fact that you have this understanding shows that you are not a cadre who is eager for quick success and instant benefits."

"It's good that many young comrades are energetic, but they lack patience and always want to get rich quick, which often leads to them being too hasty and failing to achieve their goals."

He then changed the subject: "However, Mingyuan, patience alone is not enough for reform; wisdom is also required."

"The innovations you've undertaken in Liping, such as the karst cave reservoir, are very creative. Where did these ideas come from?"

Gu Mingyuan said modestly, "Secretary Chen, actually, these are not things I came up with out of thin air."

"The karst cave reservoir was a case study I saw in a mountainous county in another province during a training session at the Provincial Department of Transportation."

"They used natural karst caves to build underground reservoirs, which not only solved engineering problems but also achieved the recycling of water resources."

"I thought this idea was great, so I adopted it."

Chen Wenzhe laughed and said, "Being able to learn from others is a skill in itself. What's worrisome is working behind closed doors or copying blindly."

"Innovation is when you can combine experiences from other places with local realities."

He glanced at the clock on the wall; it was already 11:30. "Let's go eat, we can chat while we eat."

The two arrived at a small private room in the municipal party committee canteen.

Lunch was simple, a standard working meal, but Chen Wenzhe specially instructed the chef to add a Liping specialty dish—stir-fried bamboo shoots.

"Try it, this is a specialty of Liping." Chen Wenzhe served food to Gu Mingyuan.

Gu Mingyuan took a bite and praised, "The taste is authentic; it's the real Liping flavor."

"Speaking of Liping's specialties, I have an idea," Chen Wenzhe said while eating.

"Your idea of ​​building a regional brand for Liping Mountain Delicacies is excellent."

"But brand building is not something that can be done overnight; it requires continuous investment and careful cultivation."

"Yes, we are developing a brand development plan," Gu Mingyuan reported.

"The plan is to make Liping Mountain Delicacies well-known throughout the province within three years."

"In five years, it has gained a certain influence nationwide."

Chen Wenzhe nodded: "We can set our goals higher. The country is currently promoting the rural revitalization strategy, and ecological agriculture and green food are key development directions."

"Liping has natural advantages; you must seize this opportunity."

Chen Wenzhe said with a smile, "What you learn from books is never enough; you must put it into practice to truly understand."

"These two lines of poetry by Lu You are perfect for grassroots work."

"The reason why your work in Liping has been recognized by both superiors and subordinates is mainly due to your practice of hard work."

"It's not about sitting in the office listening to reports and reading documents, but about truly immersing ourselves in the countryside, going to the fields and people's homes, understanding the real situation, and solving problems."

Gu Mingyuan deeply agreed: "Secretary Chen is right. When I first arrived in Liping, I spent a month visiting all the townships."

"Although it was hard work, the rewards were great."

"Many problems cannot be figured out while sitting in the office; they can only be discovered on-site."

"For example, the tourist highway in Qingshi Township was originally designed as an elevated bridge, which was expensive and took a long time to build."

"After inspecting the site, I found that we could use the geological fault to build a bright cave, which would save costs and become a tourist attraction."

"This solution was conceived on-site."

Chen Wenzhe praised, "This is the essence of knowing something and putting it into practice."

"Some of our cadres are keen on holding meetings and issuing documents, thinking that this is how to get things done."

"In reality, this is a manifestation of laziness and negligence in governance."

"You set a good example in Liping. I heard that you still insist on going to the countryside at least twice a week. You should keep this habit."

The two chatted over a meal, discussing everything from work methods to historical anecdotes, from economic development to cultural heritage.

After the meal, Chen Wenzhe escorted Gu Mingyuan to the office door, shook his hand and said, "Mingyuan, this recommendation of you as a candidate for outstanding county party secretary nationwide is a collective decision of the municipal party committee standing committee."

"Don't feel guilty or indebted to anyone."

"When the organization appoints people, it looks at their moral character, competence, and work performance."

"You did a great job in Liping, that's a fact everyone agrees on."

"Recommending you is a business matter and an affirmation of your work."

A warm feeling welled up in Gu Mingyuan's heart: "Thank you, Secretary Chen. I will definitely live up to the organization's trust."

"However, I must remind you," Chen Wenzhe said, his expression turning serious.

"The commendation is just a summary of past work, not the end, but a new beginning."

"Whether you are selected or not, you should maintain a calm attitude and continue to work diligently."

"By the way, I'll have the city's organization department go to the site again for an on-site inspection. Seeing is believing, and this is also to let the comrades know about your efforts."

"Liping's development has just begun, and the goal of becoming one of the top 100 counties is still ahead."

"You must lead all the cadres and people in the county, and move forward step by step."

"Please rest assured, Secretary Chen, I will definitely keep your teachings in mind," Gu Mingyuan solemnly promised.

As Gu Mingyuan left the municipal party committee compound and got into the car to return to Liping, his heart was filled with mixed emotions.

Chen Wenzhe made it sound like he was just doing his job, but he knew in his heart that without the strong recommendation of the municipal party secretary, how could a county party secretary who had just turned 27 possibly be included in the list of candidates for outstanding county party secretaries nationwide?

Of course, this must also have the intentions of Provincial Party Secretary Liu Huanzhang and Executive Vice Governor Pei Yihong.

He kept in mind these acts of kindness and support.