Nominal: Energy sector enters Handong, breaking the deadlock

Qin Siyuan added, "Young cadres should be given opportunities, but they also need to be tempered. Let them understand that this is a sign of the organization's trust, not a bribe from their family."

That's a well-said statement.

Zhong Zhengmian found it agreeable.

This gave Hou Liangping an opportunity, but also set up barriers to entry.

If Hou Liangping goes to Handong and achieves real results, it will be because the organization has nurtured him well.

If something goes wrong, you can say that you were warned before that young cadres should be given responsibilities.

"You're right." Zhong Zhengmian put down his teacup. "I'll give Xiao Ai a call."

Qin Siyuan looked up and said, "Sir, the formalities are easy to handle. As long as you decide, it won't be difficult for Comrade Liangping to take up his post in Handong."

"Then get the paperwork done as soon as possible, right now, tonight," Zhong Zhengmian ordered.

Qi Siyuan can handle the paperwork.

After all, the Handong Provincial Procuratorate is under dual leadership.

Recommending them a director of the anti-corruption bureau is a sign of respect for Handong.

"Yes, boss." Qin Siyuan stood up, ready to leave.

Zhong Zhengmian nodded. "Don't delay. Things could get complicated in Handong."

Qin Siyuan stood up. "Understood. Try to get it done by tomorrow morning at the latest, and tonight at the earliest."

Just complete the paperwork, have the secretary issue a letter of recommendation, and sign your name.

As long as Chung Cheng-mien nods in approval, things won't be too difficult.

Qin Siyuan walked to the door, then turned back. "Sir, should we talk to Comrade Liangping first?"

Zhong Zhengmian waved his hand, "Let's not talk about it now. I'll ask my eldest niece. Don't worry about it, the paperwork is yours."

You recommended Hou Liangping to go to Handong, but I am his second uncle, so I must avoid any appearance of impropriety.

Qin Siyuan understood.

This matter must first be handled through the Zhong family.

Hou Liangping himself was ranked lower.

The door closed.

The corridor light fell on Qin Siyuan's shoulders, and he quickened his pace.

As soon as the person left, Chung Cheng-mian picked up his phone and found Chung Cheng-kuo's number.

The call wasn't answered very quickly.

There was a sound of papers turning over over there.

"Zhengmian, what's up so late?" I was originally going to ask if his butt was better.

I think I'll pass.

Zhong Zhengmian got straight to the point, "Brother, there's a position I'd like Liangping to try out for."

Zhong Zhengguo said "Oh," and then added, "Go ahead, I'll take a look."

Zhong Zhengmian said frankly, "Brother, the position of Director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau of the Handong Provincial Procuratorate has become vacant after Chen Hai was promoted to Deputy Procurator-General."

Sha Ruijin's side also has this idea; they want a reliable person.

The other end of the phone went quiet.

Chung Cheng-kuo was clearly weighing the options.

Handong.

Anti-Corruption Bureau.

This is not an idle job.

Going there now would be both a golden opportunity and a pitfall.

"Do you think Liangping is qualified enough?" Zhong Zhengguo asked.

"A little short, but it's not a question of whether it's enough," Zhong Zhengmian said. "Handong needs people right now. Xiao Gangyu is ahead of Chen Hai, Lao Ji is about to retire, and Chen Hai has just been promoted. They need someone to manage them. If Liangping goes, he can be promoted to a department-level cadre, and it will also give him a stepping stone."

Zhong Zhengguo didn't immediately agree. "What about Xiao Ai?"

As expected, both of them dote on Zhong Xiaoai.

The subtext is that if Zhong Xiaoai agrees, Hou Liangping can go to Handong.

"Brother, I was just about to tell her."

"Let me say it. I'll discuss it with Xiao Ai first."

Chung Cheng-mian nodded. "Okay, brother."

The phone hangs up.

Zhong Zhengmian placed his phone face down on the table and stared at the box of tea for a long time.

Some opportunities, when presented to you, should not be accepted too hastily.

Make people wait.

It's meant to make people anxious.

Only when you've been in a hurry do you realize how heavy that feeling is.

Meanwhile, at Hou Liangping's home, the hot water in the foot bath was still steaming.

"Monkey, the water's a bit cold."

Zhong Xiaoai leaned back on the sofa, her feet resting on the edge of the basin, flipping through a magazine in her hand, too lazy to even lift her head.

Hou Liangping squatted down in front of the coffee table, sleeves rolled up to his arms, hands supporting her feet. "Director Zhong, the water temperature is just right. You're enjoying the service, not complaining about the service attitude?"

Zhong Xiaoai turned the magazine to the next page. "Stop being so cheeky. You went easy on me, didn't you eat?"

"I ate, and I'm so angry." Hou Liangping wrung out the towel and muttered, "Chen Hai is so lucky. He's become a deputy chief prosecutor, and suddenly he's ranked so much higher than me. You know, back in college, we were all roommates, sharing bunk beds. Now he's a full-fledged department head, and I'm still stuck at the division level."

How can there be such a huge difference between people!

Zhong Xiaoai glanced at Hou Liangping, "Monkey, are you envious of Chen Hai?"

"I wouldn't say I'm envious," Hou Liangping coughed. "I'm just worried for Handong and for Lao Ji. You see, isn't it a waste of resources to keep a capable, experienced, and principled cadre like me stuck in the same place for so long?"

Zhong Xiaoai closed the magazine. "Are you worried for Handong, or for yourself?"

Hou Liangping looked up, his face full of righteousness, "Everyone is anxious. Personal advancement must be subordinate to the needs of the organization, and the organization's needs must also recognize individual value."

Zhong Xiaoai burst out laughing, "Monkey, with that mouth of yours, you should really be a comedian."

Hou Liangping quickly wiped her feet. "Xiao Ai, why don't you tell Dad for me?"

Needless to say, Hou Liangping has had a tough time these past years. He's been diligent in his work, progressive in his thinking, and politically reliable.

I, Hou Liangping, am too eager to improve.

Look at Haoran now, all he can write about in his essays is "My section chief dad."

Zhong Xiaoai pulled her foot back. "Stop. If you want to improve, don't bother my dad."

"How can this be called trouble? This is about unifying organizational strategies with family communication. You could at least pass a message to our second uncle." Hou Liangping squatted on the ground, looking up at Zhong Xiaoai.

"Stop lecturing me." Zhong Xiaoai reached out and tapped his forehead. "Monkey, if you serve me well, everything will be fine."

Hou Liangping chuckled, "Then, would you like some more hot water? I'll give you a massage too! I must serve my wife well."

The phone rang just as he finished speaking.

When Zhong Xiaoai picked it up, she saw that it was her father, Zhong Zhengguo.

He pointed to the door, "Monkey, you go out first."

Hou Liangping was taken aback. "What would I be doing going out?"

Zhong Xiaoai continued to shoo them away, "Get out. This is an important call; you can't eavesdrop."

"No, Xiao Ai, what's our relationship? And why can't I answer those phone calls?" Hou Liangping didn't want to leave, he really didn't want to leave.

Zhong Xiaoai threw a towel at him, "Stop talking nonsense."

Hou Liangping pursed his lips and carried the foot basin into the bathroom.

Water was poured into the drain, making a splashing sound.

The door closed.

He strained his ears to listen, but he still couldn't make out what was being said.

All that could be heard was Zhong Xiaoai humming a few times.

A short while later.

Zhong Xiaoai had changed her coat and was standing in the living room.

Hou Liangping was still holding the report in his hand. "Xiao Ai, where are you going so late? I've finished writing the report, take a look?"

Zhong Xiaoai picked up the car keys. "Dad called me over because he needs to go over there. I've approved your report. Take good care of the house and wait for me to come back."

"What is it?" Hou Liangping asked with particular concern. "Remember to tell me about my desire to improve."

"I don't know," Zhong Xiaoai said, unwilling to answer.

It's good that the monkey has the opportunity to improve, but Zhong Xiaoai is uneasy about leaving her and going to Handong.