86: Killing someone means destroying their spirit.

Hearing what Wu Dexing said, everyone was stunned. Many thought to themselves, “This Wu Dexing really kills the heart!”

Not only did he want to snatch their achievements, but he also started badmouthing them the moment they met. He was truly taking advantage of Lin Zifeng's youth!

Wei Ting wondered, she hadn't heard that Secretary Lin and this overbearing Secretary Wu had any grudges.

Why was he targeting Secretary Lin so much the moment they met?

Wei Ting had rushed over from Heping Town and didn't know the purpose of this expanded Standing Committee meeting.

Since she was the Town Head of Heping Town, no one told her any news after she arrived at the conference room.

After all, this was an matter that harmed the interests of Heping Town, and no one would be foolish enough to actively seek trouble.

Lin Zifeng stopped, looking at Wu Dexing with a half-smile. He smiled slightly and said, “Secretary Wu’s criticism is correct, and I humbly accept it.

But with so many County Leaders present, I don’t want to be misunderstood by everyone, so I still need to explain.

I only returned from the Trade-Fair Venue in the provincial capital at 3 PM.

I received the meeting notice while on the highway. My driver had already pushed the speed to the highway limit, and we barely made it on time. So, I didn't do it on purpose.

Furthermore, our Heping Town is far from The County Seat, unlike Yushu Town, which can reach the County Party Committee in the time it takes to smoke a cigarette.

We run ourselves ragged, but we still can't match Secretary Wu's speed!

Everyone, look, Secretary Wu's activity level is relatively low due to geographical reasons, and he gets out of breath just saying a few words.

For the sake of Secretary Wu's health, why don't you switch positions with the other Secretaries present?

Compared to Secretary Wu, I have a harder life! But I advise Secretary Wu to exercise more, it's good for your health.

Go to more trade fairs; it can both exercise your body and try your luck.”

Lin Zifeng seemed to be joking, but his words were clear and fast, a long speech with hidden meanings that made everyone secretly chuckle.

Except for Wei Ting, who didn't know the situation, everyone else understood his meaning.

That is to say, 'I work hard, while you, Wu Dexing, are like a motionless turtle, wanting to enjoy the fruits of others' labor and only dreaming of good things. Go run your own trade fairs and attract investments!' He almost pointed at Wu Dexing's nose and said, 'You damn well do nothing and still want to reap without sowing? No way!'

Zhang Yuhan burst out laughing, quickly picked up the cup in front of her, and used drinking water to cover up her amusement.

Wu Dexing's face flushed and paled with anger. He had just uttered one word, “You,” when he was interrupted.

“Secretary Wu, I'm late, and I have something I want to ask you about! Do you know if there are any important work arrangements or topics for this meeting?”

Everyone again suppressed their laughter, and Wu Dexing's face had turned a liverish purple.

He suppressed his anger, said he didn't know, and then turned his head away, no longer paying attention to him.

Lin Zifeng didn't bother him further and walked straight to Wei Ting.

Everyone thought to themselves, 'Don't underestimate Lin Zifeng's youth; he's not someone to be taken advantage of.'

Wu Dexing is almost twice Lin Zifeng's age, and with this sarcastic jab, he lost a lot of face. He really brought it upon himself!

What everyone, including Lin Zifeng, didn't expect was that the entire conversation between the two was overheard by Wan Guoliang and Qian Dagang, who had met outside on their way to the meeting.

After their conversation ended, Wan Guoliang felt a surge of satisfaction.

Qian Dagang whispered, “Secretary, our young Comrade is not a simple character! Wu Dexing got a taste of his own medicine.”

“He brought it on himself, serves him right.”

Wan Guoliang said cheerfully.

Qian Dagang nodded in agreement, pushed open the conference room door, and walked in first.

Wan Guoliang paused for three seconds, then also walked in. The Secretary behind him turned and closed the door.

Wan Guoliang sat in the main seat, his gaze sweeping over everyone. After lingering on Lin Zifeng for a few seconds, he withdrew his gaze and said, “The meeting is now in session.

I don't need to repeat it; all of you already know that our Comrades from Heping Town achieved astonishing results in the trade fair held in the provincial capital.

First, on behalf of the County Party Committee and County Government, I want to commend and congratulate the Comrades from Heping Town.”

After saying this, he led the applause, and everyone followed suit.

Lin Zifeng and Wei Ting stood up simultaneously, nodding to everyone in thanks.

After the applause subsided, he continued, “The Comrades from Heping Town were able to combine local resources and needs, specifically innovate, not fear difficulties, and try every possible way to attract investment. This is worthy of all Comrades present to learn from and emulate!

Some of our Comrades heard about the achievements of Heping Town and became anxious, wanting the Comrades from Heping Town to show their style and create some opportunities for them as well.

It's good to want to develop the economy of your respective areas, but you also need to consider the feelings of the Comrades from Heping Town, don't you?

Today's expanded Standing Committee meeting is to discuss a win-win solution. Now, everyone, please speak freely!”

Wei Ting was stunned. Only then did she realize the true purpose of this expanded Standing Committee meeting.

She suppressed her anger, but her face turned sour, and she scowled at everyone.

No one wanted to speak first about such a matter; after all, it wasn't a very honorable thing.

Seeing that no one spoke, Qian Dagang began.

“What's wrong? Why is no one speaking? Didn't you all keep asking me and the Secretary to negotiate with the Comrades from Heping Town to get you an opportunity before?

If you have nothing to say, then I'll start by talking about the solution that the Secretary and I jointly discussed.”

At this point, he paused and looked at everyone.

Seeing Wu Dexing about to speak, he shifted his gaze to Lin Zifeng and spoke again, “Secretary Zifeng, Town Head Wei, you must understand the eagerness of other Comrades and also empathize with the difficulties of the County Leader.

How about this: when the investors arrive in Heping Town for an on-site inspection, The County Seat will organize a welcome banquet and invite the investors to attend.

At that time, all of you will participate in the banquet, giving other townships an opportunity. What do you think?”

Lin Zifeng stopped Wei Ting, who was about to speak, and stood up first, saying, “Secretary, leaders, our Heping Town fully complies with the County Head's proposal.

If the investors cannot reach a cooperation with our Heping Town, and they take an interest in investment projects in other townships, that would also be a good thing.

After all, the meat stays in the pot; investing in other townships in our Yushu County is better than letting them run away for nothing.

However, if the investors reach a cooperation with our Heping Town, then there will be no need for this welcome banquet.

Many investors are very pragmatic, and from what I understand, they don't particularly like such occasions.

Let's just wait for the project to start, and then I'll invite all the leaders to the ribbon-cutting ceremony!”

Qian Dagang hadn't expected Lin Zifeng to agree so readily, without any conditions, which made him, as the County Head, feel very honored.

So he happily said, “Good, good, Secretary Zifeng truly has a grand vision!”

No sooner had Qian Dagang finished speaking than Wu Dexing stood up.

“Secretary, County Head, leaders, I have something to say.”