In officialdom: After she left, I rose rapidly through the ranks!

The first snow in Yanjing, 2009.

Next to Xiangjishan Park, there is a simple and elegant courtyard house surrounded by heavily armed guards.

In the courtyard, a middle-aged man with a stern and solemn expression was chatting with an elderly man sitting in a recliner.

"Min'en, the organization has spoken with you, hasn't it?"

The middle-aged man's name is Chen Min'en, and he just turned fifty this year.

"Yes, Father, he has already spoken with me. I will be going to Linjiang Province to take up my post in a couple of days."

The old man nodded, looking at the snowflakes falling gently from the sky, and said softly, "Linjiang Province's economy is good, but it can be even better."

"The organization has assigned you to preside over the work of the Linjiang Provincial Government. Remember, you must always keep the people in your heart. The name we gave you is to remind you not to forget the kindness of the people."

Chen Min'en nodded emphatically and said in a deep voice, "Father, rest assured, I will always remember your teachings."

After a moment of silence, the old man sighed softly and said, "Go and try to comfort Xiaoru later. Ever since your child was lost twenty-three years ago, Xiaoru has been in a bad mood every time it snows."

"It's been 23 years, it's time to let go."

Upon hearing this, a flicker of pain crossed Chen Min'en's eyes. He nodded and said, "Father, I understand. However, I've found a clue. Perhaps Xiao Bao didn't die back then."

"However, finding a child who has been lost for twenty-three years in the vast sea of ​​people is like finding a needle in a haystack, but I will not give up."

The old man nodded gently, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.

"Go, but don't tell your wife until you find the child."

"You understand, sometimes it's better not to give hope."

At this moment.

Linchuan County, the residential compound of the food factory.

In the early winter of 2009, although the weather was cold, Chen Jingcheng felt warm inside as he stood in the courtyard of the family compound.

He received the transfer order in the afternoon and officially reported to the Linchuan County Government Office on Monday.

For Chen Jingcheng, a 23-year-old who had just passed the civil service exam and become a civil servant in a remote township, this was undoubtedly great news.

Not only because of the career prospects and the benefits of being transferred to the county government office, but also because it could potentially solve Chen Jingcheng's current major problem.

As soon as Chen Jingcheng opened the door, he saw his parents sitting on the sofa, as well as his uncle Chen Dashan and cousin Chen Jinghan.

"Jingcheng, didn't you say you were staying in the countryside this week and wouldn't be coming back? Why are you back?"

Upon seeing Chen Jingcheng, Chen Jingcheng's mother, Li Sumei, immediately stood up.

Chen Jingcheng hadn't expected so many people to be at home. He swallowed back what he was about to say when he saw that his mother's expression wasn't too good.

"Dad, Mom, we weren't planning on coming back, but something came up, so we came back."

"My uncle and older brother are here too."

Chen Dashan looked at Chen Jingcheng and nodded with a smile, saying, "Jingcheng, you're back just in time. Come on, let's sit down and have a drink together later. Perfect timing, your cousin won't need to call you anymore. It's easier to talk things out face-to-face."

Chen Jinghan smiled and handed Chen Jingcheng a cigarette, saying, "Jingcheng, you've lost weight. It seems working in the township is quite tough."

Chen Jingcheng smiled and shook his head, refusing the cigarette Chen Jinghan offered.

What's up?

There must be something going on, otherwise, my uncle and cousin, those arrogant people, would never have set foot in our poor family.

My uncle is now the chairman of Dashan Catering Group. He owns three restaurants in Linchuan County and has established a catering group. His assets are at least several million yuan.

As for his cousin Chen Jinghan, he was also an arrogant person. Instead of working in Chen Dashan's group, he partnered with a few others to start a decoration company. He would take on odd jobs whenever he had free time, calling it his own business, and he lived a comfortable life.

"Brother, is there something you need?"

"You and your uncle are both big bosses. If you can't solve this, how can I help?"

Chen Jinghan smiled and shook his head, then pulled Chen Jingcheng to sit on the sofa and said, "What big boss? Compared to those real big bosses, I'm just making a meager living."

"But I'm confident that I'll make my renovation company bigger and bigger sooner or later. When that happens, it won't just be renovations; we'll also be able to take on some construction projects, establish a construction company, and eventually acquire land to form a real estate enterprise. Only then can we say we're rich."

Chen Jinghan has great ambitions. Of course, this can also be described as lofty aspirations. After all, just like when one becomes an official, one wants to become an even higher official. Who wouldn't want to climb higher in the pyramid?

Chen Jingcheng is just an ordinary staff member now, having only been in the civil service for half a year, but his thinking has already changed somewhat.

He didn't want to sit in the audience forever, watching the people on the podium enjoy their glory, nor did he want to be introduced as someone without even a respectable position.

"Jinghan, you've always had ideas and abilities since you were little. I believe you can do it."

"You're only thirty years old this year, and you already have your own career. Given the opportunity, you'll definitely get better and better."

Chen Jingcheng wasn't jealous at all; he genuinely meant well by saying those words.

However, as soon as he finished speaking, Chen Jinghan looked at Chen Jingcheng and laughed.

"Jingcheng, thank you for your blessing. I believe I can definitely do it."

"However, in business, even a hero needs three helpers. Without connections and relationships, strength alone is not enough."

"So, the reason I've come here is to ask you for a helping hand, little brother."

Upon hearing this, Chen Jingcheng smiled and shook his head, saying, "Brother Jinghan, you're flattering me. How can I help you?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Jinghan laughed heartily and said, "Jingcheng, this matter of mine is actually quite simple."

"I heard that the current government of Haiwan Town is planning to renovate its office buildings?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Jingcheng nodded and said, "That is indeed true."

"After all, the Haiwan Town government compound is still using buildings from decades ago, and it's becoming outdated in many ways."

"This time, the town has made a big decision. Rebuilding is impossible, but a major overhaul is definitely in the works."

At this point, Chen Jingcheng frowned and looked at Chen Jinghan.

"Brother Jinghan, you want to take this job?"

"If that's the case, then I'm afraid there's nothing I can do to help you. After all, I'm just an ordinary staff member and can't make that decision."

Before Chen Jinghan could speak, Chen Jingcheng had already shut him up.

However, Chen Jinghan laughed heartily, patted Chen Jingcheng on the shoulder, and said, "Jingcheng, I know you can't make the decision, but if you can't, your town mayor and secretary can, right?"

"Jingcheng, talk to your Party Secretary and Mayor and ask them to let me handle this project."

"Don't worry, you'll definitely get your share of the benefits."

At this moment, Chen Jingcheng didn't know what to say. Chen Jinghan had been doing business for quite some time, yet he was so naive.

Should he speak to the Party Secretary on his behalf?

This is no longer a matter of whether or not they respect Chen Jingcheng; this is treating him like a county leader.