Name: My father is Zhao Dehan, and I hope he will become a dragon!

Zhao Dehan's office was on the 21st floor of the provincial party committee building; it was bright and clean.

Only one calligraphy hangs on the wall: "Success doesn't have to be mine, but I will definitely be a part of it."

After the door closed, Zhao Dehan did not sit in the main seat, but pulled up a chair and sat down facing Sun Liancheng.

"Last night, after the news came out!"

Zhao Dehua's tone was calm, yet tinged with reproach: "Why didn't you call me?"

Sun Liancheng lowered his head, his fingers twisting together, and stammered, "I...I was thinking...you are being interviewed by the Central Inspection Team, it's a crucial moment...I can't...can't hold you back with this little thing."

His voice grew softer and softer until it was almost a whisper.

Zhao Dehan stared at him, then suddenly laughed, a cold laugh: "So, you're just planning to shoulder this alone? Waiting to be sent to Party School for 're-education'?"

"I, I..." Sun Liancheng was speechless.

Zhao Dehan continued, "If you wait to be branded as a typical example of lazy governance, what opportunities will you have left?"

Sun Liancheng looked up abruptly, his eyes reddening again: "Governor Zhao, I... I was afraid of putting you in a difficult position!"

"Afraid of making things difficult for me?" Zhao Dehan leaned back in his chair and said coldly, "What do I have to make things difficult for me!"

Sun Liancheng gave a bitter smile: "I know, the position of Executive Vice Governor... is coveted by many. Gao Yuliang and his group are just waiting to find something to use against you... I can't... I can't ruin your future because of myself. It doesn't matter if I suffer a little grievance, but... but I can't let you be implicated!"

"Absurd!" Zhao Dehan slammed his hand on the table, making the teacup jump.

He stood up, his eyes blazing: "Do you think I would push you out as a scapegoat at this time, just for a deputy provincial-level position?"

Sun Liancheng remained silent; before this, he had indeed thought so.

Executive Vice Governor.

Given Zhao Dehan's situation, once he takes office, his political ranking will be ahead of Gao Yuliang's, making him the third-in-command of Handong Province.

Could this lead to unforeseen complications?

Will things get complicated?

Isn't it normal to sacrifice Sun Liancheng?

"Do you think I'm Li Dakang? Or Gao Yuliang?" Zhao Dehan sighed. "You call me 'comrade' when you need me, but call it an isolated incident when things go wrong? Sun Liancheng, what kind of person do you take me for?"

"Yes, I'm sorry!" Sun Liancheng was so moved he almost cried.

Zhao Dehan leaned down, looking directly into Sun Liancheng's eyes: "I, Zhao Dehan, lead my team with only one rule—if the sky falls, I'll hold it up; if the earth sinks, I'll fill it in. As long as you don't break the law, aren't corrupt, and don't oppress the people, even if the Emperor himself comes to investigate, I'll protect you to the end!"

Sun Liancheng's lips trembled, and he couldn't say a word; only tears welled up in his eyes.

Damn, I'm so touched.

How can there be such a good leader?

Look at Li Dakang, then look at Zhao Dehan.

Li Dakang, you're a complete beast.

Zhao Dehua's tone softened, and he sat down again, speaking gently: "I've seen everything you've done. You were the one who kept watch over the road in the Nanhu Industrial Zone day and night, and you were the one who coordinated the dormitory for Hanguang Electronics!"

"Ordinary people may not know these things, but I, Zhao Dehan, remember them clearly."

He knows them like the back of his hand.

In fact, for Zhao Dehan, Sun Liancheng, a cadre with no powerful backing and few opportunities, was very worthy of being won over, and could even be considered a confidant.

The political resources that Governor Liu provided were ultimately given by Governor Liu, which allowed him to maintain his position in Handong. However, to truly have the authority to act decisively, he still needed to cultivate his own influence.

Sun Liancheng wasn't bad either.

It depends on who you're working for.

Laziness in governance depends on who is in charge.

Sun Liancheng was still moved, but Zhao Dehan paused for a moment and then suddenly said, "I am preparing to propose to the Provincial Party Committee that you take over as the Party Secretary of Guangming District. The next step is to join the municipal government and serve as the Executive Vice Mayor."

Sun Liancheng was startled, his eyes widening in shock: "Governor Zhao...me?"

"You really made a name for yourself today! Secretary Sha remembers you!" Zhao Dehan said. "How do you feel about this responsibility? Are you ready to take it on?"

"I, I..." Sun Liancheng felt a little dizzy.

He knew his situation all too well. Sun Liancheng was only forty-three years old. He had been a deputy director-general for many years. This would make him a director-general. If he was lucky, he could still climb the ranks and become a director-general. It wouldn't be a big problem.

"What, you're afraid?" Zhao Dehan looked at Sun Liancheng's hesitant expression. "Or do you think I'm afraid to use you?"

"No! I'm..." Sun Liancheng's voice choked with emotion, "I'm afraid I'm not good enough for her!"

"Whether you deserve it or not is not for you to decide, but for me, Zhao Dehan, and for the 120 million people of Handong!"

Zhao Dehan said, "You only need to consider one thing, which is how to better serve the people. You've seen the development here in Nanhu. Every light there represents a job, and every road represents hope for development. You deserve some credit for this!"

Sun Liancheng was moved to tears.

Zhao Dehan continued, "The cadres I need aren't the scholars who can write reports, but the pragmatic ones who can get down to work and get their hands dirty!"

He turned around, his gaze intense: "Go ahead and do it with confidence. Mistakes can be corrected, falls can be helped up, but we must never let those who sweat shed tears, or let those who work tirelessly be disheartened!"

The last sentence struck Sun Liancheng like a heavy hammer blow.

He could no longer hold back, and tears welled up in his eyes, but he bit his lip tightly to stop himself from crying out loud.

He stood up abruptly, bowed deeply, his forehead almost touching his knees: "Governor Zhao... my life, Sun Liancheng's life, from this day forward, belongs to you! Wherever you point, I'll go; if you want me to build a factory, I'll stay up for three days straight; if you want me to build roads, I'll pave them with my life! As long as Handong is well, I'll die without regret!"

Zhao Dehan felt the time was right, so he stepped forward, helped him up, and patted his shoulder forcefully: "Don't talk about life or death. I just want you to remember—live well, do your job well, and live up to the expectations of the people on this land."

Sun Liancheng nodded repeatedly.

As Sun Liancheng walked out of the office, his heart was still filled with joy, but he couldn't stop the tears from flowing.

Hold……

This leader is a god, I, Sun Liancheng, would gladly give my life for him.

Zhao Dehan's office.

Zhao Dehan was slowly sipping his tea when Secretary Chen tiptoed in: "Governor Zhao!"

"What's wrong?" Zhao Dehan put down his teacup.

Secretary Chen politely said, "I think I just saw District Chief Sun crying!"

"I understand!" Zhao Dehan smiled and said, "Sun Liancheng is a good comrade and shouldn't suffer any injustice!"

Secretary Chen politely replied, "That's how it is!"

Zhao Dehan put down his teacup and smiled, "What are the plans for this afternoon?"

Secretary Chen immediately pulled out the schedule: "This afternoon..."