As soon as he sat down, he started pouring out his grievances in front of me like a flood breaking through a dam.
He had a frown on his face, full of resentment, and poured out all the difficulties he had encountered in the Provincial Development and Reform Commission, like pouring beans out of a bamboo tube. Sometimes he complained about the staff's arrogant attitude and shirking of responsibility, and sometimes he lamented that the project process was cumbersome and complicated, with hidden mysteries. Every word was filled with grievances and unwillingness.
Finally, relying on his years of experience in the system, he concluded with confidence: "In my opinion, the key reason for this setback is that the activity funds are too little, and can't satisfy the insatiable 'appetite' of the school. In the entire approval process, the biggest obstacle is in the hands of Deputy Director Cui, who holds the power of approval." His tone was full of helplessness and resentment, as if all the troubles of the school were caused by insufficient funds.
I listened to his complaints quietly. Although I felt mixed emotions, I still pulled myself together, squeezed out a few comforting smiles, and whispered to him: "Alas, this is the trend nowadays. When a government department does something, it has to make connections and get along with everyone. If you don't worship the Buddha, don't expect to obtain the "true scriptures" smoothly. Don't take it too seriously. This is a common thing."
After he calmed down a little, I continued, "How about this, I will first ask the county's main leaders for instructions and report the situation in detail, and then study how to proceed with this work. There will always be a way to solve the problem."
When he heard what I said, he forced a bitter smile, but his eyes still couldn't hide the loss and frustration. He slowly stood up, dragged his heavy steps, and walked away dejectedly. Looking at his departing back, my mind was as clear as a mirror. In his opinion, he failed to get things done this time, which was undoubtedly a heavy setback in his competition for the position of director of the management committee. The original full confidence was now shattered like a bubble as the approval was blocked, leaving only a lot of uneasiness and anxiety.
I went to Tong Yazhou's office and gave him a brief report on the difficult situation of the development zone's upgrading approval being blocked. After Tong Yazhou heard this, there was no trace of emotion on his face, as if he had already expected that this matter would not go smoothly. He leaned forward slightly, folded his hands on the table, and said slowly in a very gentle and soliciting tone: "County Magistrate Guan, if the affairs at hand are not too complicated during this period, I wonder if you can take charge of this matter in person? You also know that when Chairman Shen of the CPPCC of Zhejiang Province visited our development zone a few days ago, he praised you generously in front of everyone. We might as well take advantage of this rare opportunity and see if we can overcome the difficulty of approval."
I thought to myself that from his words, I could clearly hear that he already regarded Chairman Shen Hexu as my "invisible support" in the provincial capital. However, I did not argue too much. After all, the most important thing at the moment is to push forward the progress of the work. I also know that unless it is absolutely necessary, I will not go to Shen Hexu in person to ask for help and cause unnecessary trouble to the other party.
So, I was determined and took the responsibility to accept it: "Please let me go, County Magistrate Tong. I will do my best."
He nodded, his eyes conveying the meaning of "You do the work, I'll let you go." I thought to myself that no matter what, I had to get the development zone upgraded. This would be my last shift at the Management Committee and would bring this period of my career to a successful conclusion.
Afterwards, I rushed to the provincial capital and went to the Provincial Development and Reform Commission to go through the approval procedures. During this trip to the provincial capital, I met Zhou Xintong by chance. Thanks to her mediation, I was able to successfully communicate with Deputy Director Cui of the Provincial Development and Reform Commission, who holds the power of approval. This allowed the approval process to proceed smoothly and ultimately passed the approval process. This episode has been described in the previous article, so I will not repeat it here.
However, on this trip to the provincial capital, I had another important thing to do—to take the opportunity to meet Yue Mingyuan. I know clearly that if these things are not explained clearly in time, once they arouse his suspicion, many unnecessary troubles may arise in the future.
On the other end of the phone, Yue Mingyuan's voice was clearly heard through the receiver with undisguised warmth: "Hongjun, this is really a coincidence. I was thinking about finding a time to meet you, but I didn't expect you to call me like this."
According to the time and place agreed in advance, this time I did not go to the mysterious nest of Qingfeng Club hidden in the corner of the city, but went straight to his office in Jinhui Building.
Jinhui Building, a modern office building standing in a bustling area of the city, is the headquarters of Qicheng Capital Group, headed by Yue Mingyuan. After entering the building, the elevator took me up slowly. The city scenery outside the window passed by quickly like a slide show, and finally stopped at the second floor, the highest floor.
The secretary led me to the door of Yue Mingyuan's office, knocked gently, and then motioned for me to go in. When I opened the door, the scene in front of me was completely different from what I had imagined. There is no such magnificent and luxurious decoration as imagined. Instead, the whole office is filled with a faint bookish atmosphere, which has the charm of an ancient study. The decoration is simple and rustic, without too many complicated decorations. However, the huge space, with the simple layout, seems even more empty and lonely, as if every inch of the air is flowing with a breath of tranquility.
As soon as I stepped into the room, Yue Mingyuan stood up from behind the large desk and walked towards me with steady steps. He had a friendly smile on his face, and he stretched out his broad palm to shake mine tightly. The strength was just right, conveying sincerity and enthusiasm: "Hongjun, from the time I hung up the phone to the time you showed up here, it was only five minutes. Considering the traffic congestion in the provincial capital at this time, your speed is really fast. You are indeed a man who is vigorous, efficient and neat in doing things."
I smiled slightly, with a bit of humility and respect in my eyes, and responded: "Mr. Feng, you are flattering me. You have always had a strong sense of time, and you are very quick and decisive in doing things. Every time I come into contact with you, I am deeply touched and benefited a lot."
He smiled and waved his hand, motioning me to sit down, and then he returned to the chair behind his desk and sat down, leaning forward slightly, looking at me intently: "Hongjun, if there are no outsiders present in the future, let's not be so polite, just call me Mingyuan, it will seem closer this way."
I quickly waved my hands, with a hint of embarrassment on my face: "That won't do, Brother Yue. You are older than me and a senior whom I have always respected. How can I call you by your name? At the very least, I have to call you Brother Yue, which is both respectful and cordial."
After hearing this, he laughed heartily, and his laughter echoed in the empty office: "Haha, this name is good, let's stick to it, it sounds friendly! By the way, are you here in the provincial capital this time to handle some official business?"
I leaned forward slightly, looking serious yet somewhat relaxed: "Actually, it's nothing important. I just came to check on the upgrading of our development zone. We've encountered some minor problems in the approval process recently, but they are being gradually resolved."
After hearing this, his eyes flashed with concern, and he sat up straighter: "Oh? Are you in any trouble? If you really have any difficulties, just tell me, and I will call Director Tang of the Development and Reform Commission and ask him to help coordinate."
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