After the meeting ended and the appointment was announced, Sun Zhengguo thought that was the end of it and prepared to take his leave.
Unexpectedly, Minister Hong took out two more certificates and handed one over.
"Comrade Zhengguo, we have all witnessed your scientific research achievements this time. This is a recognition of you by the country."
Sun Zhengguo took the certificate, opened it, and saw that it was a certificate of commendation for outstanding contributions to scientific research.
Sun Zhengguo had many certificates like these, so he didn't pay much attention to them.
"Thank you, Minister Hong, thank you for the organization's concern, and thank you for the country's recognition. In my future scientific research, I will definitely work harder and achieve even greater success."
Minister Hong nodded in satisfaction with Sun Zhengguo's attitude and then handed over another certificate.
"Comrade Zhengguo, you have shown great bravery in cracking this enemy spy case and deserve the greatest credit. However, considering your status, we will not hold a commendation ceremony for you. Please keep this certificate of honor. There is also a bonus; you can collect it from the finance department later."
"Thank you, Minister Hong, and thank you for the country's recognition..."
After another round of thanks, Sun Zhengguo figured he had said everything he needed to say, and then took his leave.
This time, Minister Hong did not try to stop him, but instead got up and escorted him to the office door.
After leaving Minister Hong's office, Sun Zhengguo did not rush back, but instead went to Minister Li's office.
Minister Li, who was working, smiled and put down his work when he saw Sun Zhengguo arrive.
"Minister Li, I hope I haven't disturbed your work?" Sun Zhengguo greeted him first, and then, without waiting for Minister Li's reply, he casually sat down on the stool opposite him.
To be honest, compared to other cadres in the ministry, Sun Zhengguo still preferred to deal with Minister Li the most.
"You slippery little thing, now that you're here, do you think I'd kick you out? How about it? Just came from Old Hong's place, huh?"
It was clear that Minister Li was in a particularly good mood after seeing Sun Zhengguo; even his tone of voice was very gentle.
"Minister Li is wise; you guessed it right away. That's why I came to report to you on my ideological work as soon as we finished our talks, so as not to slip up and fall behind you!"
Upon hearing this, Minister Li immediately sensed something was amiss.
"Comrade Zhengguo, is there something troubling you? Can you tell me about it?"
Minister Li put down his pen and looked at Sun Zhengguo with some confusion.
"Minister Li, I'm not confused, but since I'm now serving as the deputy secretary of the Party Committee, I'd like to ask who will be the secretary of the Party Committee?"
Because everyone was on the same side, Sun Zhengguo didn't hold back and directly raised the issue he had to face.
If this issue isn't clarified, it will really be a thorn in his side.
Think about it, if you bring in someone you don't get along with, or someone who likes to be an amateur and direct professionals, how will you teach them to carry out their work?
"Hahaha...!" Minister Li laughed loudly, "Don't worry, kid. We're doing this to improve your mechanical research institute. We haven't appointed a secretary yet, so you, as the deputy secretary, are exercising the powers of the secretary."
"Also, your report on building the research institute has been approved by the higher authorities. At the same time, the general instructions came that once the new research institute is officially established, all departments in your unit must be fully improved. That's why this deputy secretary position was created. Do you understand now?"
Goodness, so that's what the ministry was planning. No wonder they suddenly created a deputy secretary position.
If this idea is followed, wouldn't the newly established mechanical research institute be a self-contained system?
Thinking about all this, Sun Zhengguo felt a surge of excitement, as if he were about to take off.
"Hey hey hey! What are you thinking about? Let me make it clear to you first, this time your responsibilities are quite heavy. There is a significant shortage of personnel in the new research institute. The organization has already decided that some of them will be transferred out by us, and some will be trained internally."
Minister Li saw that Sun Zhengguo was daydreaming, so he poured cold water on him to cool him down.
But does this bucket of cold water really work?
You know, which of those college graduate technicians at the research institute doesn't want a promotion?
If some talented individuals can be selected from within this organization, Sun Zhengguo is unlikely to hinder their career advancement.
As for the lack of skilled technicians? We can just recruit more from schools.
Next, the two chatted briefly about the address of the new research institute and some personnel arrangements.
Based on the actual situation, the ministry chose to build the new research institute next to the machinery factory, with the two units separated by only one wall.
In Minister Li's words, they will open a door in the wall so that people can come and go freely at any time, which will also take care of the new machine tool production workshop.
And so, Sun Zhengguo waited until the two had finished discussing their business before taking his leave.
However, his matter was not yet finished. He needed to re-file and renew his certificate, so he had to go to the personnel department again.
"Director Zhang, I'm causing you trouble again."
As he spoke, Sun Zhengguo took out his work ID, placed it on the table, and prepared to re-file and renew it.
"Director Sun, no trouble at all. What is this?"
Before Sun Zhengguo could react, two brand-new certificates were already placed in front of him.
One work permit and one cadre certificate have been reissued.
"Sure! Director Zhang, I feel a little bad about this. How about this, let's get together at my place at noon today, and I'll invite Director Li and Deputy Director Liao as well. What do you think?"
When Director Zhang saw that Sun Zhengguo wanted to treat everyone to a meal, he had no reason to disagree.
"Alright, this is a good opportunity to celebrate Director Sun's promotion. I'll shamelessly ask for a few drinks."
After the two made their agreement, Sun Zhengguo put away his identification documents, chatted for a few more minutes, and then said goodbye, preparing to return to the research institute.
On the way back, Sun Zhengguo even made Sun Zhengnan go to the vegetable market to pretend to buy some vegetables.
"Zheng Nan, take these dishes to the kitchen and tell He Yushui that I'm treating everyone to lunch, four people in total."
As soon as he returned to the research institute, Sun Zhengguo gave instructions to his cousin.
"Okay, bro!"
After arranging the banquet, Sun Zhengguo went to Director Li's office and Deputy Director Liao's office.
After all, if you're inviting someone to dinner, it's inconvenient to call; coming in person shows more sincerity.
After settling the dinner arrangements, Sun Zhengguo finally returned to his office.
Unexpectedly, no sooner had he entered the office than Zhou Weimin followed him in like a ghost.
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