Speaking of Su Shi, my thoughts can't help but drift to the "Jiangchengzi" which is praised as "the best song of all time". This poem of mourning for his wife is a mixture of deep affection and grief, reflecting my current mood and making me feel sad.
Fortunately, Qingwan did not notice the subtle change in my mood and still urged me to continue telling the story of West Lake with expectation.
Then, I took a deep breath and continued to describe to her the magnificent feat of Bai Juyi in building the Bai Causeway, and the stunning scenery of "Autumn Moon over the Lake" and "Broken Bridge and Remaining Snow". Then, I told her the legend of Yang Mengying in charge of building the Yanggong Causeway, and the moving scenery of "Watching Fish in the Flower Harbor" and "Sunset at Leifeng Pagoda" on the causeway.
After listening to my story, Qingwan was filled with emotion: "Serving as an official, you benefit the people. You are the real good officials."
She turned her head and looked at me tenderly, her eyes flashing with a firm light: "Guan Hongjun, no matter how high or low your official position is in the future, you must always keep the people in your heart. Even if you become famous in history and be remembered for eternity, there are still millions of people who will become a bad official who will be infamous for eternity."
This sentence is like a brand deeply engraved in my heart. In my future career in the officialdom, I will always remember Zhu Qingwan's entrustment. Although I have not created a great cause that shakes the world, I have always adhered to my original intention and committed to doing practical things within my ability. Whether in a high position with great power, or in a remote and adverse situation, I have never forgotten my deep affection and responsibility for the common people.
Because I know that this is not only a promise to myself, but also the best response to Qingwan's pure and deep feelings. Under the witness of West Lake, our love and faith will shine like those stories that have been passed down through the ages, and will never fade.
Next, I plan to go to Xiaoshan, where many well-known steel structure companies gather. The light steel structures and building curtain walls they produce are undoubtedly the most convenient, practical and efficient choice for building factories in our development zone.
Since I came to the development zone, every time I saw the busy construction scene on the construction site, an idea would come to my mind - to introduce a steel structure manufacturer. Such a move not only achieved the effect of attracting investment, but also significantly improved the efficiency of factory construction, shortened the construction period, and greatly reduced transportation costs.
This idea was like a seed that quietly took root in my heart. The opportunity to accompany Qingwan on this trip finally allowed me to put this idea into practice.
When I revealed this plan to Qingwan, she expressed her support without hesitation.
Although I felt sorry for her tiredness from the journey and suggested that she stay in the hotel to rest, Qingwan insisted on going to Lingyin Temple alone to draw lots and worship Buddha.
I half-jokingly said that she was beginning to believe in superstition, but she told me seriously: "Sincerely speaking can make it work, don't say anything nonsense."
It turned out that she was not praying for her own luck, but for a bright future for her daughter Xixi. At that moment, I was deeply moved by her. Maybe it was maternal love.
Although attracting investment is easy to say, it is difficult to actually implement it, and I am not sure about it. So I decided to take a safe approach and contact the Xiaoshan Economic and Technological Development Zone Management Committee first.
The staff who received me were extremely enthusiastic and thoughtful. Their attitude made me feel very warm and gave me a full understanding of the work enthusiasm and efficiency of Zhejiang people.
After I stated my identity and purpose, Wang Shi enthusiastically introduced me to a deputy director of the management committee.
This deputy director surnamed Gao happened to be from the same hometown as me in Northeast China, and worked in the development zone after graduating from Zhejiang University. This unexpected friendship between fellow townsmen was like a bridge, instantly shortening the distance between us.
He said, "Brother Guan, we both work for the Development Zone Management Committee and are both responsible for the mission of 'bringing in and going out'. We have the first-mover advantage here, and it is our responsibility to promote advanced things such as capital, technology, and management experience to the whole country. Only in this way can the whole country work together to achieve common development. I am really touched by your initiative this time."
I humbly responded, "Although we both work in the development zone, our levels are different. How dare I compare myself to you?"
He smiled heartily: "These days, we Northeasterners still attach so much importance to rank. After all, we are all here to serve the people, only our social roles and jobs are the same."
I agreed deeply and nodded in agreement.
He changed the subject, looking a little serious: "As a person from Northeast China, I really hate the investment environment in my hometown. The official-centered ideology is deeply rooted there. When dealing with enterprises, some officials first consider their personal interests rather than local economic development. This has caused many entrepreneurs from the eastern coastal areas to be reluctant to invest in Northeast China. Brother Guan, I have to remind you that you must be mentally prepared for this investment promotion trip and don't have too high expectations."
I said firmly: "Everything depends on human effort. As long as I am still in the development zone, I will do my best to serve the enterprises, take care of them like my family, build a stage for them to realize their dreams, let them take root there, and make their careers flourish."
After hearing this, a hint of admiration flashed across his eyes: "Brother Guan, for your enthusiasm, I will definitely help you. If all officials in Northeast China are like you, I believe that Northeast China will be revitalized in the near future. By the way, I know Mr. Lin from Xiaocheng Steel Structure, and he once had the idea of investing abroad. Let's go to the factory to meet him."
I suggested, "Why don't you give me a call and ask me to come over?"
He shook his head and said earnestly: "The management committee is here to serve enterprises. We should come when enterprises call and leave when they wave. We should take the initiative to go out and show our sincerity and service spirit."
Your words made me feel ashamed and made me see the gap. Whether this trip was successful in attracting investment is not discussed yet, but the concept of serving enterprises here is indeed worthy of our in-depth study.