Names: Uncle Zhao Mengsheng, Father-in-law Pei Yihong

Fan Jiahui turned to look at Tang Lijuan, "Minister Tang, if I tell you, will you turn around and sell me to Tian Guofu?"

The propaganda minister might just be a loudmouth.

You can't see into someone's heart.

Harmfulness is not allowed, and defensiveness is indispensable.

Tang Lijuan shook her head repeatedly, "How could that be? Since the three of us are sitting together today, we're keeping our mouths shut."

I'm very tight-lipped.

Ha ha!

Who would believe that?

Pei Xiaotong smiled faintly, "Jiahui, don't worry, there are no outsiders here."

"Speak."

In fact, Pei Xiaotong didn't completely trust Tang Lijuan.

However, I don't think Tang Lijuan is that kind of person.

Even if she told Tian Guofu, what difference would it make?

Fan Jiahui slowly recounted her past experiences.

"A few months ago, Ben'an and I went shopping at Hualian Supermarket in Sijiu City."

I caught a glimpse of Tian Guofu from afar, with a woman beside him.

The woman was of average appearance and on the heavier side.

I had interviewed Tian Guofu before and was deeply impressed by him, so I immediately took note of him.

I did it for no other reason than out of pure curiosity.

Those with a journalistic background all felt there might be something interesting to report.

My sixth sense was that it might be Tian Guofu.

But no, the woman seems to be older than him.

No, probably not.

I subtly signaled to Ben to pretend to be selecting items and get close to the two of them.

Tang Lijuan was a little excited. "Jiahui, what did you hear? Was it three?"

Fan Jiahui chuckled, "Don't rush, Minister Tang. If it's number three, Tian Guofu will probably be working on a sewing machine."

"Yes, definitely not. Secretary Guo Fu isn't that kind of person." Tang Lijuan was a little disappointed.

moment.

The sweetness of the melon has decreased by eight degrees.

"I was both amused and exasperated by that scene," Fan Jiahui said, a slight smile playing on her lips as she recalled the moment. "The provincial discipline inspection commission secretary, usually so stern and unsmiling in public, didn't dare utter a sound in front of that woman. She made all the decisions: choosing meat, comparing vegetables, checking prices. Tian Guofu pushed the shopping cart the entire time, obediently following behind, meek and subservient..."

What's even funnier is that Tian Guofu wanted to buy a tub of yogurt, but the women wouldn't let him, saying he wasn't suited to drinking milk... It cracked me up.

Pei Xiaotong listened with great interest, "That woman must be Qin Xueru, Tian Guofu's formidable wife, right?"

Tang Lijuan wanted to laugh but could only hold it in. "I guess so, it's kind of true. It's rumored in the industry that Tian Guofu is afraid of his wife."

This is now confirmed.

Moreover, it's firsthand information.

Fan Jiahui nodded, "It is indeed Qin Xueru."

During their casual conversation, a few key exchanges took place.

Qin Xueru instructed Tian Guofu to visit Qin Siyuan of the Anti-Corruption Bureau, who was Qin Xueru's cousin.

So, it seems the Qin family was paving the way for Tian Guofu behind the scenes.

Tang Lijuan sighed softly, "No wonder Tian Guofu's information is so timely; he's always one step ahead of others."

Oh, it's Director Qin.

Got it, I can't afford to mess with them.

Hahaha."

No wonder Sha Ruijin thinks so highly of Tian Guofu.

Sha Ruijin and Tian Guofu are as close as brothers.

This is something that cannot be said.

After all, Pei Xiaotong is Qi Tongwei's wife.

Tang Lijuan had her own reasons for trying to get closer to Pei Xiaotong.

She is the only female member of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee in Handong.

Originally, I was the last person who wanted to take sides.

But there was still no way.

If you don't take sides, you'll offend both.

It would be great if he could get involved with Pei Xiaotong.

Fan Jiahui spoke calmly, cutting to the chase: "Tian Guofu is a typical henpecked husband."

He's a cold-faced high-ranking official in public, but a docile old lamb at home.

Without the support of the Qin family and without Qin Xueru's connections, given his cautious and conservative nature, he wouldn't have reached his current position.

We can't get there yet, at least not now.

The old Dengtian team in Handong is half skilled and half had formidable wives.

Ultimately, everyone has resources.

The three of them smiled at each other and started talking about other topics that women care about most.

Liu Changsheng, Li Dakang, Gao Yuliang, and Qi Tongwei sat around a table.

Tea and fruit platters were placed on the table.

During their casual conversation, every sentence concerned Handong.

Liu Changsheng picked up his teacup, took a sip, and said, "Yuliang, Luzhou is now prosperous and stable, with a solid foundation."

Outsiders only see the scenery of Lüzhou, but they don't know that all of this is inseparable from the foundation you laid in your early years.

Fair and impartial evaluation, without any formality.

Li Dakang nodded in agreement: "Governor Liu is right."

The urban framework and industrial layout of Luzhou were all laid by Secretary Yuliang back then.

Someone else might not be able to do that.

Li Dakang rarely praises others, especially Gao Yuliang, so these words came from the bottom of his heart.

Although he and Gao Yuliang did not get along back then.

However, it's purely because two tigers cannot share one mountain.

However, one thing at a time.

Gao Yuliang waved his hand gently, a look of regret on his face. "Alas, the past is not worth mentioning."

I just feel sorry for Liu Kaihe. He was a rare and capable leader, a pioneer of reform, and had extremely strong execution skills.

Unfortunately, a single wrong decision led her to work as a sewing machine operator, completely ruining her future.

His tone was wistful and full of regret.

Qi Tongwei remained calm.

Turning to Gao Yuliang, he said, "Teacher, when Liu Kaihe had his accident, you had already been transferred from Luzhou and were no longer in that position, so you were not responsible."

He made a point of comforting the teacher.

Gao Yuliang shook his head slightly and sighed, "In the end, it's because Liu Kaihe has too much power and can't control it."

Once a person holds great power and lacks a sense of awe, he will inevitably stumble sooner or later.

When I was the top official in Luzhou, he listened to me and never compromised on his duties.

After I left Luzhou, Luzhou changed.

Hey!

You can know a person's face but not their heart.

Qi Tongwei stroked his chin. "Some people and some things actually had signs of trouble long ago."

"Rome wasn't built in a day."

He left some things unsaid, implying a deeper meaning.

Li Dakang raised an eyebrow and turned to ask, "Executive Qi, what do you mean by that?"

They love to get to the bottom of things.

Qi Tongwei smiled slightly and said slowly, "Secretary Dakang, I have heard a lot of rumors since I first took office in Handong."

Some officials in Jingzhou privately discussed that the current deputy mayor, Ding Yizhen, frequently claimed to be the reincarnation of Secretary Dakang and often frequented high-end entertainment venues, all of which were related to his slender figure.

This is the beginning.

A casual remark concealed a sharp edge.

These words immediately silenced the crowd.

Liu Changsheng's expression turned serious, and he quickly warned, "Dakang, these kinds of words must not be allowed to get out of here."

We are all materialists and believe that democratic governance is essential; we must never engage in personality cults.

You are a human being, not a god.

That sycophant Ding Yizhen needs to be taught a lesson.

A higher vantage point offers a different perspective.

Only now did Qi Tongwei realize that Governor Liu was the one who understood things best.

Li Dakang's face darkened. "I have privately reprimanded Ding Yizhen many times."

I never expected this kid to be two-faced.

Upon returning to Jingzhou today, I immediately convened an expanded meeting of the Standing Committee, which included Ding Yizhen.

In response to the Ding Yizhen incident, the corrupt practices in Jingzhou were rectified.

Gao Yuliang picked up his teacup and sipped his tea.

He glanced at the group of people with their various expressions out of the corner of his eye, remaining expressionless.

He guessed that Qi Tongwei's casual remark must have a deeper meaning.

Perhaps I'm overthinking it.

We're almost at shore!

There's cell phone signal now.

One by one, they picked up their phones and started making calls and sending text messages.

Qi Tongwei sent a text message: "Minister Song, have Da Xun come to Jingzhou tonight."