The Tempting Road to Becoming an Official

Chapter 865


Still the same empty office.

Guan Qingyao, wearing a silk nightgown, was curled up on the sofa.

She held a red wine glass in her hand, occasionally taking a sip.

When Chen Fang pushed the door open and entered, an indescribable melancholy was flooding her face.

Although they had already met once, seeing her again, Chen Fang's heart still fluttered slightly.

Guan Qingyao's face was truly beautiful; if she were in the political arena, she would undoubtedly be the object of everyone's pursuit. If she were in the entertainment industry, she would definitely be unchallenged at the top.

It's just a pity that such a face rarely leaves this room.

It's undoubtedly a huge irony.

"Did Achen give you any trouble?"

Seeing Chen Fang.

Guan Qingyao put down the wine glass and asked.

Her eyes were slightly blurred.

With a flush on her face.

It was clear she was slightly tipsy.

Chen Fang sat down opposite her and said, "It seems you know he has hostility towards me."

Guan Qingyao smiled faintly.

Once again, indescribably beautiful.

She said, "He asked me if he could pick you up, saying he had something to say to you. I couldn't refuse, so I let him go. I guess he must have said some harsh words to you. Luckily, you didn't take it too seriously."

"How do you know I didn't mind?"

"If you minded, you probably wouldn't be here."

Guan Qingyao stood up.

She picked up a wine bottle and poured a glass in front of Chen Fang.

Then, with her own glass, she clinked it slightly against his and took another small sip.

She said, "Go ahead, what do you want to know this time?"

Chen Fang smiled frankly.

He said, "You seem to know everything."

Guan Qingyao smiled and said, "Today is your first day on the job. Logically, you should have a lot to do. I didn't expect you to come to me late at night. It seems you've started to notice something subtle."

Chen Fang nodded.

Guan Qingyao continued, "Okay, let me help you sort it out. The political layout of Xiaxiang City is actually quite simple..."

It's the same as in most places.

There is a discord between the leader and the second-in-command.

This situation has long existed and is actually a requirement of the higher government.

After all, no leader wants to see anyone in a primary government "covering the sky with one hand." Under such circumstances, the upper-level government is hard to manage.

Division, contradictions, and mutual checks and balances must exist.

So there is an inherent conflict between the leader and the second-in-command.

At this point.

Chen Fang thought of his own situation in Guanghe County.

Just like Guanghe County in recent times.

Chen Fang was already the dominant force.

Once this situation arises, it means he is not far from leaving Guanghe County.

First, let's talk about this Peng Guoliang.

Back when Chen Fang could come to Xiaxiang City, to put it bluntly, it was a deal between Zhao Yiping and Peng Guoliang.

A protégé of Peng Guoliang was sent to Wulan City as Secretary-General of the city government.

While Zhao Yiping sent Chen Fang to Guanghe County, Xiaxiang City, to serve as County Party Secretary.

Although this deal was not explicitly stated, everyone in Xiaxiang City was aware of it.

However, after Chen Fang arrived in Guanghe County.

Peng Guoliang didn't have much private contact with Chen Fang.

This isn't surprising either.

Because in Peng Guoliang's perspective, this was just a transaction, unrelated to personal feelings, so he didn't see the need to spend much time on Chen Fang.

Additionally.

They deliberately drew a line with Chen Fang.

Otherwise, if others made a political issue out of this, it would be unfavorable to Peng Guoliang.

This year marks Peng Guoliang's third year since taking office in Xiaxiang City.

In two years, his term as City Secretary will be over.

At 49 this year, he undoubtedly still wants to move closer to the provincial level after his term ends or at least get a deputy provincial position.

Therefore, Peng Guoliang also needs to produce some political achievements.

Beixiang District, as the old urban area of Xiaxiang City.

Many neighborhoods and streets are quite old now.

And Peng Guoliang intends to renovate the old urban area. In this way, the political achievements will be made, and naturally, the benefits will follow.

Upon hearing this.

Chen Fang interrupted Guan Qingyao.

He asked, "Peng Guoliang became City Secretary at 46. He must have someone behind him, right?"

Guan Qingyao nodded and said, "All of Peng Guoliang's career trajectory is related to Wan Changgui, the Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Committee..."

Long ago.

When Wan Changgui was Mayor of Jiangyang City in his early years.

Peng Guoliang was the Deputy Director of the city government office.

Later, as Wan Changgui climbed the ranks.

He always brought Peng Guoliang along.

In other words, Peng Guoliang is a confidant of Wan Changgui.

"This line can probably be utilized."

Chen Fang said.

Guan Qingyao was taken aback and asked, "Why?"

Chen Fang smiled slightly.

He said, "It's very simple. When Han Fangli retired, Wan Changgui originally had a chance to succeed as governor. Unexpectedly, Jiang Chuo parachuted in at this critical juncture, naturally blocking Wan Changgui's path to promotion. How could he have a favorable impression of Jiang Chuo?"

Guan Qingyao frowned.

She said, "But Wan Changgui seems not to be against Jiang Chuo's arrival."

Chen Fang sneered and said, "Not opposing on the surface doesn't mean not opposing in his heart. Even if he gladly accepts this matter, we can still amplify the contradiction. Let's not talk about this for now. Tell me more about Zhou Nongxin."

Zhou Nongxin is 52 this year.

He is completely different from Peng Guoliang.

He became mayor entirely on his own merits.

Most of Zhou Nongxin's official career has been in Xiaxiang City, making him a native member.

When he was young, he spent most of his time wandering around the counties below Xiaxiang City.

Later, he was transferred to the district.

Then after honing his skills outside for a few years, he was transferred back to become Mayor of Xiaxiang City.

This is already his second term.

If there are no surprises, Mayor will be his endpoint. At most, he might mix for a while in the National People's Congress or the Political Consultative Conference before retirement. Climbing to a deputy provincial level is practically impossible.

Zhou Nongxin hasn't been without fantasies.

By the end of his first mayoral term.

Everyone thought he was going to succeed as City Secretary.

However, at this time, Peng Guoliang suddenly emerged, blocking his path to becoming the top leader.

Moreover, he had to form a team with Peng Guoliang for another term.

The intention from above was clear.

That was to let capable Zhou Nongxin help Peng Guoliang make some achievements, so Peng Guoliang could rise to a higher position.

In simpler terms.

It was for Peng Guoliang to climb up on Zhou Nongxin's shoulders.

And precisely because of this insight, Zhou Nongxin's mindset underwent a complete change.

Serving as an official all his life, although reaching heights others envy.

But for someone with no connections, this was already the ceiling.

Anyway, it's the final stretch.

Instead of working cautiously, it's better to fight for it. At least he can gain some benefits and have a good life after retirement.

It's hard for a person to learn well.

But turning "dark" is an easy thing to do.

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