In name only: I will break the chess game in Handong!

The news spread rapidly as Sha Ruijin took action, and a group of Standing Committee members who had a good relationship with Chen Luo readily agreed.

Saturday evening at 6 PM.

The hall of the Handong Government Affairs Center was already filled with invited guests from all walks of life, including Sha Ruijin, Governor Liu, members of the CPPCC, Gao Yuliang, Tian Guofu, Wu Chunlin, Li Dakang, and all twelve members of the Standing Committee.

Meanwhile, news media had also set up their cameras. Just then, the door was opened again, and seven or eight reporters from CCTV.com took over the prime spot with their equipment. Handong TV could only sheepishly give up their position.

At 6:10, as Chen Luo arrived, all eyes fell on him, and amidst a flurry of flashes, Chen Luo stepped onto the stage.

Chen Luo smiled and gestured for everyone to be quiet. Soon, the venue became so quiet you could hear a pin drop, with the only sound being the camera.

"First of all, I would like to thank Secretary Sha, Governor Liu and all the comrades for coming. I'm sure you all know what happened this morning. My name has suddenly become famous."

That's normal, and I understand. After all, I'm only thirty-eight years old, and I won't be thirty-nine for another two months. My current position is a member of the Standing Committee of the Handong Provincial Party Committee, Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission, and Secretary of the Luzhou Municipal Party Committee. You could say I'm too young!

I think many of you are wondering why I, at such a young age, have reached this position?

If I say it's the organization's trust, you might not believe me, but that's okay. I'll explain my work experience over the years step by step.

Chen Luo's calm and indifference aroused the curiosity of people from all walks of life who had come with a "let's watch the show" attitude.

"Let me start with my background. I'm not afraid of being laughed at, but I really do come from the countryside. I've been an orphan since I was little, and I was able to go to school and have food and clothing thanks to the care of my fellow villagers and the local government."

Perhaps because I had a tough childhood, I was more interested in learning and skipped grades all the way. At the age of sixteen, I entered Peking University with the highest score in the province for liberal arts.

I graduated with a bachelor's degree at nineteen, a master's degree at twenty-two, and a doctorate at twenty-five. I met my wife during this period. My wife comes from an ordinary family.

After graduation, I was selected to serve as the Party Secretary of a township in Kunming, a city under the jurisdiction of Suzhou…”

Chen Luo spoke slowly and steadily.

He recounted his work experience over the years in a slow and deliberate manner, without excessively exaggerating his achievements.

They did not deliberately conceal their role, from the development of townships to the rapid development of Kunming City.

From Suzhou's leapfrog development to the leapfrog development of the city, Chen Luo has clearly sorted out every major decision and major project.

The only thing Chen Luo was hiding was Dong Sheng.

This problem was almost completely ignored.

He only mentioned that he made some money playing the finance industry during his university years, and that he reported all of this to the disciplinary committee.

The focus was still on Chen Luo's work experience.

"A few months ago, I was transferred to Handong as the Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission. I'd like to take this opportunity to report on the progress of my work to everyone, including the provincial leaders."

These past few months, Handong…”

After finishing his explanation of the work of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission, Chen Luo briefly mentioned the work in Lüzhou. Throughout the entire process, he remained calm and composed, allowing the media reporters to take pictures of him.

This work report, which was solely for Chen Luo, lasted for a full three hours, presenting almost all of Chen Luo's work over the years to the public. Chen Luo left the judgment of right and wrong to the public.

During this period, Sha Ruijin and others were also reflecting.

Previously, Sha Ruijin only knew that Chen Luo's economic development was very impressive, but he had never really understood just how impressive it was. Now, after hearing about it, Sha Ruijin gasped in astonishment. It was simply an extraordinary life!

At the same time, Sha Ruijin completely let down his guard against Chen Luo. As long as such a person does not cause significant impact on the country or commit treason, Chen Luo's future will definitely be more glorious than his present.

It's better to guide than to block. Instead of endless fighting, we should cooperate with Chen Luo to build Handong. Perhaps... in a few years, he can also be promoted to a sinecure like Zhao Lichun.

The one who touched me the most was Li Dakang.

From Chen Luo's experience, Li Dakang saw Chen Luo's new definition of economic development.

Instead of focusing solely on GDP, Li Dakang advocated for scientific development that adapts to local conditions and meets national needs—something he lacked.

As Chen Luo finished speaking and bowed to the crowd, thunderous applause erupted.

People from all walks of life who came felt the sincerity in Chen Luo's words and the solid results of his work.

True gold fears no fire; the principle is that simple.

The response ended at 9:00, and by 9:30, the video of the meeting was released and uploaded, with even Governor Sha Ruijin and Governor Liu personally responding.

Public opinion shifted rapidly. At 10 p.m., CCTV released two videos in succession, both about Chen Luo, praising him as a good cadre who serves the people, a model of economic development, and a model of integrity!

The article also included Chen Luo's work achievements over the years, responding with data and tangible changes.

Meanwhile, neighboring Jiangsu Province also forwarded and responded, personally praising Chen Luo's contributions to Jiangsu Province.

These facts are enough to prove that Chen Luo's current position is well-deserved and earned through genuine talent!

The Zhong family.

When Zhong Zhengguo saw the video posted on CCTV supporting Chen Luo, he knew something was seriously wrong.

Sure enough, at 10:11 p.m., his phone rang urgently.

Upon picking it up, I saw it was the Second Grand Secretary!

He swallowed hard and answered the phone.

"Hello, Your Excellency, good evening!"

"Comrade Zhengguo, I have to remind you about Chen Luo's matter. Your family shouldn't interfere too much. We are very angry about what you did. It was utterly foolish!"

These weren't my words; they were personally approved by the Grand Secretary. You'd better watch yourself.

Without giving Zhong Zhengguo any chance to explain, the Second Grand Secretary hung up the phone, and Zhong Zhengguo instantly broke out in a cold sweat.

His face was deathly pale, and he was filled with fear and unease. He had been given a stern warning.

Before I could even process what was happening, another phone call came in.

Upon picking it up, I realized it was the Grand Secretary who represented his family.

"Hello, boss..."

"Are you crazy, Zhong Zhengguo! Do you know how crucial Chen Luo is right now? How dare you post him online?"

If it weren't for the fact that it didn't cause a major upheaval, we would have fired you right now! You're absolutely lawless!

I'm warning you, don't make any more moves. If you dare to jeopardize the overall situation at this crucial moment, even your father's pleas won't be of any use!

He still didn't give Zhong Zhengguo any chance to explain. At this moment, he felt like he was about to break. All he did was target Chen Luo, a mere deputy provincial-level cadre.

How could I be criticized and warned like this by those above?

He couldn't understand it, but he wasn't stupid either.

We'll quickly shut down all those media outlets that are manipulating and smearing us; that will at least make up for some of the damage.

That night, Zhong Zhengguo couldn't sleep a wink...