67: speechless

The reason everyone had such expressions was that they knew if this tourism development plan succeeded, although Lin Zifeng had already stated that everyone would share in the credit, there would still be varying degrees of merit.

The credit for Lin Zifeng and Jiang Yufei, the two proposers of this plan, would definitely be the greatest. Those who accompanied them to the Trade-Fair Venue would also gain more merit than others.

For them, no one would easily give up an opportunity to achieve political accomplishments.

After all, at a critical moment for promotion, even a slight advantage could lead to ultimate victory.

Meanwhile, Zhang Zhenhua thought enviously, “I also spoke up for you, Lin Zifeng, but you’re closer to Cao Shuang. Is it because I’m competing for the Secretary position that you’ve become distant and wary of me?”

“Hmph, don’t celebrate too early. The large-scale Trade-Fair Venue led by the Provincial Development and Reform Commission had very few units from the entire Chunhua City attending, because they lacked competitiveness compared to other counties and cities.

Everyone was afraid of returning empty-handed and losing face. It would be a miracle if our small Heping Town could attract investment!”

“Let’s see how you explain yourselves to The County Seat leaders after returning empty-handed.”

Thinking this, a sneer appeared at the corner of Zhang Zhenhua’s mouth.

At noon, to welcome the two new appointees, after the Party Committee Meeting, all Leadership Team Members went to a private room in the cafeteria to share lunch.

Meanwhile, Office Director Hu Yulin had been busy with the office and logistics staff since the Party Committee Meeting began, moving Lin Zifeng’s office.

Lin Zifeng’s original office was on the westernmost side of the third floor of the office building, while the Secretary’s office was on the easternmost side.

Now that his position had changed and Wei Ting, the new Town Head, had arrived, Hu Yulin had to quickly arrange both offices in advance.

Since he hadn’t received prior notice, he had rushed to do this with his staff immediately after the cadre meeting ended.

They completed the task before Lin Zifeng and the others finished lunch.

Seeing Lin Zifeng and the others walk out of the cafeteria, Hu Yulin quickly greeted them with a beaming smile.

He first approached Lin Zifeng and whispered, “Secretary, I’ve had your office moved to the east side and it’s all tidied up.

Also, I’ve had someone give the Passat car keys to your driver, Li Qiang.

Due to limited time, my preparations weren't thorough. If you have any dissatisfactions, please feel free to bring them up at any time, and I guarantee I’ll make sure you’re satisfied.”

“You’ve worked hard, Director Hu. Some things are fine as long as they’re usable; there’s no need to fuss. Extravagance and waste are not acceptable!

You moved the offices so quickly, you probably haven’t had lunch yet, right?

Have the cafeteria make two more dishes, and you quickly take these people to lunch! All other matters can wait! We’re not children who can’t take care of ourselves; you don’t need to run around for everything.”

“The Secretary is right. Director Hu, please take everyone to lunch. I’ll have Committee Member Jiang take Qin Deputy Secretary and me to the office.”

Wei Ting also spoke up.

“This is all what I should do. Thank you for your consideration, leaders.”

Hu Yulin felt a little touched, sensing that his efforts had been acknowledged, and led the other staff into the cafeteria.

Since Wei Ting and Qin Xiao were also female Comrades, Jiang Yufei, as Heping Town’s only previous Leadership Team Member, quickly became acquainted with them.

After everyone parted ways in the compound, Jiang Yufei led the two women towards their offices.

Lin Zifeng arrived at the front of the hall, where Wang Zhongyu and Li Qiang greeted him, following behind him as they walked upstairs.

Upon reaching the office door at the easternmost end of the third floor, Wang Zhongyu hurried a few steps ahead to open the door, and the three of them entered the office one after another.

Lin Zifeng had been to this office once before. Its layout was similar to his previous office, but it was larger and more luxuriously decorated.

Not only was the chair behind the large executive desk made of genuine leather, but even the sofas on both sides were all genuine leather sofas.

On the bookshelf behind, there were various new books on literature and history. He even doubted if Yu Hualin had ever read them; they were probably just for show.

The rest area inside was also much larger than his previous one, with a double bed, and the bathroom not only had a shower but also a bathtub.

He couldn't help but sigh, Yu Hualin, that scoundrel, really knew how to enjoy himself!

As he looked at these things and pondered, Wang Zhongyu happily said, “Secretary, congratulations on your further advancement! Your appointment as the Secretary of Heping Town is absolutely what the people desire and what everyone hopes for!”

“Congratulations on your promotion, Secretary! I just tested the performance of that Passat; it’s much better than our previous Santana.

Our old Santana was already over ten years old, but this Passat is a new car, less than three years old!”

Li Qiang said happily.

He smiled and nodded, saying, “Thank you for your congratulations. Go and move your things to the office next door!

We also need to make room for the Town Head’s correspondent and driver, don’t we?

Also, I’m giving you advance notice that in a few days, you’ll be coming with me to the Provincial City for about five or six days. Go home and tell your families in advance to prepare for the trip to the Provincial City.”

The two agreed and left the office together.

Over the next two days, heads of various departments in the town came to congratulate him under the guise of reporting on their work.

Among them was Jiang Shenzhi, the police station chief.

Facing him, Jiang Shenzhi still felt a bit uneasy. He once again admitted his mistake to Lin Zifeng for the incident that had occurred previously.

Lin Zifeng sternly warned him that such incidents must be prevented from happening again in the future, and that no one could be above the law.

At the same time, he reassured him that as long as he didn’t make such mistakes again and worked diligently to safeguard the stability and unity of Heping Town, that matter would be written off, giving him peace of mind once more.

The reason Lin Zifeng used both tough and gentle tactics with Jiang Shenzhi, raising him high only to gently lower him, was because in that incident, Jiang Shenzhi only took action and caused no actual harm.

He had also indirectly created time for them to reach the City Level smoothly, and it wasn’t entirely due to Zheng Zhonghua’s intercession that he acted this way.

Jiang Shenzhi breathed a sigh of relief after leaving his office and quickly called Zheng Zhonghua again to express his gratitude.

Over these two days, he had also received many congratulatory calls.

What he didn’t expect was that Chen Xinxin, somehow getting the news, also called him.

Seeing the call from Chen Xinxin, he was only surprised for a moment, then very calmly answered the phone.

He could now face her very calmly.

“Hello.” He softly said hello.

“Zifeng, I called you just to say congratulations!”

Chen Xinxin’s voice rang in the receiver.

“Thank you!”

After a brief exchange, the two fell silent.

A few seconds later, Chen Xinxin sighed lightly, said nothing more, and silently hung up the phone.