Chapter 259: The Minister's Banquet

your cousin Song Guoliang He once treated us to dinner at the 'An County Rooster Restaurant'. That day was when your cousin paid for the meal..." 。 。"You won't forget the Song Shu, will you"Song Guom...Xiao Zheng was stunned. He said, "I understand." 。Xiao Jingyu said again: "There's one more thing, I've already made an appointment with Liu Buzhang to have dinner together tomorrow night." 。Then, we'll leave early for Jingzhou. 。As the weekend approaches, leading cadres are usually the busiest on Friday evening. 。The fact that Liubu gave Zhou a whole Friday to discuss with Xiaoshuji demonstrates the importance he places on An County. 。Xiao Zheng said: "Okay, Xiao Shujì, I will arrange the work in advance." 。Xiao Zheng immediately called Xu Changyun, the deputy director of the Public Security Bureau, and told him the time and address. 。Xiao Zheng returned to town, closed the office door, and called Chen Hong. 。"Don't worry, about your matter, Gao the secretary has already agreed and won't report it to the Municipal Party Committee Organization Department." 。"Xiao Zheng said" 。"Really" Chen Hong was overjoyed, "Honey, you're amazing!"

Xiao Zheng, however, wasn't happy at all and said, "Gao, the secretary said we can't do this kind of thing again next time." 。“Of course, I’ll learn from my mistakes!” Chen Hong said, “Honey, tomorrow is Friday. I’ll come back and have dinner with you. After dinner, we’ll go home, and I’ll reward you well.” 。"Xiao Zheng awkwardly said, "Chen Hong, I was just about to tell you, tomorrow I can't eat at home." 。Chen Hong asked, "What's wrong Do you have an appointment outside"

"Yes, I have an appointment." 。"Xiao Zheng said, 'I'm going with the leaders to the city, please have dinner with you, Liu [department head]."' 。When it comes to socializing, Xiao Zheng always keeps Chen Hong in the loop. 。Chen Hong was taken aback and asked, "Who did you come with" Xiao Zheng said, "It's our Secretary Xiao." 。"Chen Hong fell silent for a moment, then said, “Xiao Shuji is truly kind to you. He invited Liu Department Head to dinner and even remembered to include you.” 。"When was this decided"

Xiao Zheng said, "Just today." 。“Oh, okay,” Chen Hong breathed a sigh of relief. 。Chen Hong thought, she was now the deputy director of the Municipal Party Committee Organization Department Office. Bureau Chief Liu might ask her to participate, and the things just decided probably weren't fast enough to tell her. 。Xiao Zheng said: “That night, I will return to the new house.” 。"Chen Hong said confidently: “Perhaps we can go back together! I guess Liu, the department head, should invite me to the banquet.” 。Oh, alright. 。Xiao Zheng couldn't be sure if the department head would be called Chen Hong, after all, Xiao Jingyu hadn't told him about it. 。...but it's not entirely impossible, after all Chen Hong is the deputy director of the office in charge of hosting work... 。Chen Hong spent the whole afternoon practically waiting for Liu Buchang to tell her they would be having dinner together tomorrow. 。

Even until quitting time, there was still no movement from Liubuchang's side. 。Chen Hong was getting a little anxious, wondering if Director Liu was just too busy to remember to inform her

She couldn't let the leader forget, so Chen Hong went to Director Liu's office before he got off work, deliberately finding something minor to report. 。The report is finished, and Liu (presumably referring to a person's name) gave instructions, but never mentioned asking her to join the An County dinner tomorrow. 。This left Chen Hong a little puzzled, did Liubuchang really not want her to attend this banquet

Chen Hong couldn't ask directly, seeing Liubuchang stand up and prepare to leave work, Chen Hong could only obediently leave Liubuchang's office. 。Chen Hong returned to her office, thinking, "Could dinner tomorrow be canceled" Chen Hong called Xiao Zheng again, asking him if he was canceling dinner tomorrow. 。Xiao Zheng said: "No, at least I haven't received a notice from Xiao Shuji saying it will be cancelled " 。Chen Hong said, "Oh, I see." 。Xiao Zheng asked, "Did the head of the Willow Department notify you to attend together" Chen Hong said dejectedly, "Not yet." 。"Xiao Zheng said: 'He probably thinks that dinner tomorrow, with Xiao Shuji, is a meal between their leaders, and subordinates might feel uncomfortable being there.'" 。"Chen Hong said: “I'm in service. Actually, our subordinates treat everything the leaders do as transparent, they don't need to worry about it that much.” 。Maybe... I'll be notified to participate tomorrow. It has happened a few times with last-minute notices. 。Xiao Zheng didn't know why Chen Hong was so keen on attending the dinner. This kind of meal wasn't relaxing at all. Subordinates had to serve, toast, and constantly watch the leader's expression, making it very tiring. 。Xiao Zheng actually hoped that Chen Hong could relax a bit. She is already the deputy director of the office, and as long as her work goes well, promotion to the regular section level is just a matter of time. Working for another few years, when the time is ripe, she will be promoted to deputy department level, which is basically a foregone conclusion. 。But, Chen Hong looked very anxious. 。Xiao Zheng actually doesn't like seeing her like this. 。Ke Xiaozheng didn't want to pour cold water on her either, otherwise Chen Hong might not be happy. Then he would have to spend time comforting her, so Xiao Zheng said, "This is also possible. Sometimes leaders don't think that much." 。Maybe, when I suddenly think of it sometime, I'll ask you to join. 。"Chen Hong heard Xiao Zheng say this, and immediately became happy again, then hung up the phone." 。The next morning, Xiao Zheng was handling official business in his office. Xin A si, the current village head of Fengqi Village, knocked on the office door twice and shouted, "Town Mayor Xiao, are you free I just need to report for a few minutes." 。。I'll make you some tea. 。"Oh oh oh, I'll do it myself." 。"How can I possibly let the magistrate make tea for me!" Xin A Si said hurriedly. But Xiao Zheng replied, "A Si, my scribe, please sit down." 。You came from the village, you are a guest, of course I will make tea for you. 。Xiao Zheng, having served as the deputy director of the office, was quick and efficient. In the blink of an eye, he had brewed a pot of tea for Xin A Si. 。The tea was brewed, and Xiao Zheng took a pack of Soft Huazi from the drawer and shoved it into Xin A Si's hand, saying, "Put it in your pocket." 。"Xin A Si blushed and said, "Mayor Xiao, how can this be right"

Xiao Zheng said, "A Si, you don't need to be so polite." Xin A Si said happily, "Mayor Xiao, you are so kind to us subordinates, we are willing to die for you>>> 。"Xiao Zheng smiled and said, "I don't want you to risk your life for me. Helping to do a good job in the village, bringing up new people, and ensuring the village has successors is already something I am very grateful for!"

Xin A Si took out a lighter and lit a cigarette for Xiao Zheng, then lit one for himself, and said, "Mayor Xiao, today I'll give you a brief report on the situation" 。All the work in the village is progressing in an orderly manner. As the Lunar New Year is approaching soon, in order to let the villagers spend a peaceful year, our village cadres have also taken turns on duty, and team leaders ensure that the phone line is always open 24 hours a day, taking responsibility down to the individual level. 。As for my regular work, I won't go into too much detail. 。The Anhai Group project, it had been suspended over a week ago. 。After that thunderstorm, it stopped and hasn't moved since. 。I guess the group asked the project team to celebrate the New Year early. 。But I think this matter should be reported to the leader. 。"Oh It's already stopped" Xiao Zheng didn't receive any news from An Ruyi about this. According to the relationship between Anhai Group, they should have informed him, right So, Xin Si's news is still quite meaningful. 。But Xiao Zheng showed no hint of doubt on the surface, instead saying: "That's right, it might be as you said, they are celebrating the New Year early and can start work earlier next year." 。I understand the situation. 。A4, let's stay in town for dinner today, I'll treat you to a meal at Xiu Shui Restaurant. 。"No, no. We can't drink at noon anyway. How about Mayor Xiao treats me to a meal another night" 。It's been a while since I last had a drink with Mayor Xiao, I kind of miss that atmosphere. 。"

Xiao Zheng smiled and readily agreed: "No problem" 。Before, I would definitely have this meal arranged. I will let Tao Fang notify you at the time. 。Xin A si said, "Good then, I'll go back and wait." 。After Sin A Si left, Xiao Zheng thought about something Chen Hong had mentioned to him before, about sending New Year's goods to the municipal party committee organization department. 。In Chen Hong and her family's view, sending this New Year's goods definitely benefits Chen Hong. 。Now Xiao Zheng thought about it, he still didn't want to give it away. 。On one hand, when sending these New Year's goods, it's definitely necessary to communicate with Guan Wenwei. If we don't communicate and just send them, it will affect our relationship with Guan Wenwei. On the other hand, Xiao Zheng always dislikes using public funds for personal gain. For Chen Hong's benefit, he uses the town's money to give gifts, which always makes Xiao Zheng feel uncomfortable. 。After much deliberation, he ultimately decided to abandon the idea. 。

A little after 3 p.m., Xiao Zheng received a call from Li Haiyan, who said that Secretary Xiao had told him he could set off and go directly to Room No. 1 of the Huahu Hotel at Jingzhou Fishermen's Wharf to meet. 。Jingzhou is located on the south bank of Lake Jing, and the fishermen's wharfs are all lake view hotels. Dining in the boat-shaped hotels above allows you to enjoy both the lake scenery and fresh seafood. 。Xiao Zheng arrived at the Fisherman's Wharf at five o'clock. It was a sunny winter dusk, the sun was about to set, and golden patches were scattered across the sky. The cold wind gave people a refreshing feeling. 。I often live in the mountains and rarely see water, so I have a particular fondness for this expanse of water. 。Xu Changyun had arrived long ago. He saw Xiao Zheng by the water and greeted him. When Xiao Zheng walked closer, he said, “The leaders haven't come yet...” 。Then, the two didn't go into the private room immediately. Instead, they came to the waterside and looked at the vast waterscape, chatting for a while. 。Li Haiyan's phone call came in: "I saw you guys, Xiao Shuji is already in the private room." 。"Xiao Zheng and Xu Changyun immediately entered the restaurant, went upstairs, and arrived at room number one." 。This private room boasts floor-to-ceiling windows offering a panoramic view. Its modern design seamlessly blends with the charm of a water town, making it an ideal setting for hosting esteemed guests. 。In about ten minutes, the director of the Municipal Committee Organization Department, Liu, walked in. He was accompanied by his driver and no one else. Naturally, Chen Hong's figure was not seen. 。Xiao Zheng thought, Liu Buzhang ultimately didn't bring Chen Hong along. 。

County Party Secretary Xiao Jingyu introduced Xiao Zheng and Xu Changyun. 。Liu Qingwei said: “Mayor Xiao, we are very familiar with each other.” 。Director Xu, we weren't very familiar before, this is my first time having a meal with you today. 。Come, come, are there no other people here Come sit down and have a meal. 。Today there are not many people, and the driver can eat here with us. 。Then everyone sat down. 。In the Office of the Municipal Party Committee Organization Department, Chen Hong had not left work yet. 。She was looking out the window at the darkening sky, lost in thought. 。 an official in town now!" Zhang Sao gave Xiao Zheng a thumbs-up, "That's amazing!" 。"Xiao Zheng said quietly, "Where I'm just a small official." 。"Zhang Sao said again, “Everyone is saying that you d...