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

Chen Jingcheng already has a candidate in mind for the inspection office.

Moreover, it has already been communicated and contacted that, in addition to Guo Hu, there is another person that Chen Jingcheng wants to bring.

My former colleague from my time working in the township is also an outstanding person. He went to the township two years earlier than Chen Jingcheng and is doing very well there now. However, even if he wants to be promoted to the township leadership team, it will probably take him several more years.

"Director Gao, I have two people I'd like to transfer to the Inspection Office."

"One of them is named Guo Hu. He is now an ordinary police officer at a police station under the Public Security Bureau. However, he is indeed a talented person. He is a top student in the public security system. He has solved cases and made meritorious contributions. He previously served as the deputy captain of the criminal investigation team. However, due to some circumstances, he was transferred to the police station as an ordinary police officer."

"The other one is Li Fu, my former colleague. He is very capable and responsible. After we transferred them here, I can do many things more smoothly."

After all, this concerns the work of the Inspection Office and his control over it. Therefore, whether for personal or public reasons, Chen Jingcheng definitely needs someone he can trust and who is capable to help him.

So, there's nothing to be embarrassed about.

It's definitely necessary to speak up and make demands.

Upon hearing this, Director Gao nodded and said, "Li Fu is easy to handle, but Guo Hu is from the public security system. It's not that he can't be transferred, but it might be a bit more troublesome."

"But it's alright. Since you've chosen someone, I'll take care of it."

At this point, Director Gao looked at Chen Jingcheng and smiled.

"Jingcheng, when the county magistrate arrives, go and report the situation to him."

"There's a meeting today that requires his attendance. Also, some leaders from the provincial department are coming, and it involves the allocation of funds. You should also ask the county head if he can accompany them."

Upon hearing this, Chen Jingcheng nodded and said, "Okay, Director Gao, I will report this situation to the county head after I meet him later."

At this point, Chen Jingcheng should have left, but after thinking about it, he decided to first explain the specific situation to Director Gao and then ask for Director Gao's opinion.

After all, Director Gao has been in Linchuan County for many years, and now they are in the same boat. At least Director Gao won't harm me.

Since I am young, I may make some mistakes in my considerations. With Director Gao's advice, many things can be handled more smoothly.

"Director Gao, there's something I'd like to report to you."

"This is my private matter, but it may also involve some official business."

Upon hearing that it was a private matter, Director Gao burst into laughter and said, "Jingcheng, there's no need to stand on ceremony between us. If there's anything you need my help with, just let me know."

"Don't worry, I'll definitely help if I can."

Chen Jingcheng then told Director Gao about Liu Fei's situation, explaining who this scoundrel was and that the real estate company owner was Vice Secretary Wang's nephew, implying that this matter might involve Vice Secretary Wang.

So, was he trying to persuade his brother to hold back for now?

We should report this matter to the county magistrate and see if we can get revenge and seek justice, while also helping the county magistrate in some way.

Therefore, this is both a private matter and indeed has elements of public business.

After hearing this, Director Gao fell silent.

After thinking for a moment, he said, "I know that real estate company you mentioned. That guy called Bie San is easy to deal with."

"Let the public security department handle this seriously, but as you said, this matter has far-reaching consequences. Especially in this situation, if we touch this scoundrel, it's equivalent to targeting the owner of this real estate company. And Deputy Secretary Wang and his group behind him might think that County Chief Li is going to make an example of them."

"Deputy Secretary Wang will probably retaliate immediately."

"So, either do nothing, or if you do something, you need solid evidence, and you need to make sure they have no chance of turning things around."

As Director Gao spoke, he got up and walked around the office twice, deep in thought.

"Jing Cheng, this real estate company and Deputy Secretary Wang's nephew are well-known in Linchuan County. They owe migrant workers wages, their projects are substandard, and they've been involved in fights. This is nothing new."

"We can report Wang Feiteng's matter to the county head, but we'll do it at a suitable time."

"Then let's see what the county magistrate decides."

At this point, Director Gao hesitated for a moment, looked at Chen Jingcheng, and said, "Jingcheng, I want to ask you, if the county magistrate ultimately doesn't choose to help you get revenge, but instead uses this opportunity to win over Deputy Secretary Wang, will you be disappointed?"

"After all, Deputy Secretary Wang wields considerable influence in Linchuan County and is a staunch supporter of Secretary Zhao. If he were to turn against the county head and side with him, it would not only be a blow to Secretary Zhao personally, but also a major blow to the entire faction of Secretary Zhao."

"At the same time, it can increase the county magistrate's chances of winning."

"Jingcheng, I know that what I'm saying might disappoint you, but you must remember that in politics and officialdom, there are no eternal enemies."

"Choosing sides is sometimes more important than many other things."

Do you understand?

Director Gao's words silenced Chen Jingcheng.

But he wasn't angry, nor did he feel disappointed.

As for Chen Jingcheng, he knew very well that Director Gao could have chosen not to tell him these things, because those were matters for the leaders. Chen Jingcheng only needed to obey and carry out the orders.

However, Director Gao said that this was giving Chen Jingcheng enough face.

Or rather, it was precisely because Chen Jingcheng was personally selected, trusted, and entrusted with important responsibilities by the county magistrate.

Therefore, Director Gao did not want Chen Jingcheng to have any misunderstandings about the county magistrate, which could lead to a rift between the two.

Chen Jingcheng was aware of this and was even more grateful to Director Gao for thinking so highly of him.

Looking at Director Gao, Chen Jingcheng remained silent for a moment before smiling and saying, "Director Gao, thank you for telling me all this."

"I understand what you mean."

"I understand these things too. Although I am not a leader, I know that in politics, the top leader has to consider a lot of things."

"It's not just about right and wrong, but also about the bigger picture."

"So rest assured, I have that much political awareness."

"Whatever decision the county magistrate makes, I will obey unconditionally."

"As long as it can help the county magistrate and the future of Linchuan County, I, Chen Jingcheng, will not only have no objection myself, but I will also persuade my brothers to give up revenge and reporting."

At this point, Chen Jingcheng looked up at Director Gao and said softly, "However, Director Gao, I don't want to hide it from you. I can compromise on this matter for the sake of the county magistrate and the overall situation."

"However, I will seek justice for my brother sooner or later."

When he said this, Chen Jingcheng's eyes were filled with determination.

He was willing to compromise and suffer injustice for the sake of the bigger picture, for the county magistrate's work, and to win against Secretary Zhao, so as to give the people of Linchuan County a fresh start.

However, this is only temporary.

He will not give up seeking justice.

This is also the bottom line!

If he can't even protect or defend his own brothers, what right does Chen Jingcheng have to talk about ideals or righteousness?

Even if he rises to a high position, so what? If he doesn't protect his brothers when they are wronged, how can he be expected to protect ordinary people who are not involved?

If he were to become that kind of person one day, Chen Jingcheng himself felt that perhaps he should resign and quit. Otherwise, even if he became an official, he would not be a good official who works for the people.

This is different from his original intention!