The guard took it with both hands, opened the work permit quickly and skillfully, and checked every piece of information on it carefully with a sharp gaze.
When he saw the words "Li Lin" written on it, he immediately closed the certificate, handed it back to Li Lin with both hands, saluted again, and said respectfully, "Director Li, please come in!"
Li Lin nodded politely, with a faint smile on his face, and walked into the courtyard with calm and steady steps.
As soon as he entered the yard, he was deeply attracted by the scenery before him.
The quaint and elegant courtyard, with its blue bricks, grey tiles, carved beams and painted buildings, appears even more quiet and profound under the cover of night, as if telling the vicissitudes of time and the weight of history.
After passing through a moon gate, I saw from afar Cheng Wei and a short, skinny old man whispering something.
The old man's hair was as white as snow, and he had his hands behind his back. Although he was a little thin and even a little hunched, one could clearly feel that he exuded a unique aura and was full of energy. There was a deep and sharp light in his eyes, as if he could see through all the vanity and glitz in the world.
Li Lin did not rush forward to interrupt their conversation, but walked over quietly with light footsteps.
It was not until Cheng Wei inadvertently looked at him that he raised the corners of his mouth, revealing a perfect smile, and greeted him with a smile, "Minister Cheng, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting for so long."
His voice was not loud, but it was particularly clear in the quiet courtyard.
Hearing this, Cheng Wei also showed a warm smile on his face and said, "We just arrived too. The food is being served in the house. Team Leader Xia and I are just taking a breath in the yard. Come, let me introduce you."
As he spoke, he moved sideways and let the old man next to him come in front of him, his movements full of respect and politeness.
At this time, Xia Fengyu had turned around and was facing Li Lin.
His expression was a little serious, but his eyes were very gentle. He looked at Li Lin quietly, as if he was examining a precious work of art.
Cheng Wei introduced Li Lin, "Xiao Lin, this is the leader of the investigation team sent by the Yanjing Discipline Inspection Commission to our Hanjiang Province, Team Leader Xia Fengyu."
When Li Lin heard this, a look of respect immediately appeared on his face. He stepped forward and took the lead in extending his hand, tightly grasping Xia Fengyu's hand, which was as thin as an eagle's claw but full of strength. He smiled and said, "Team Leader Xia, I have heard of your name for a long time. Thank you for your support and help in our work in Hanjiang Province."
"Oh? Did I help you?" Xia Fengyu was amused by Li Lin's words. His originally serious and rigid face gradually softened, and a faint smile slowly appeared at the corner of his mouth.
He looked up at the young deputy division-level cadre in front of him, thinking to himself, I heard that Li Lin was only a deputy division-level cadre, but from the tone of his voice, his expression, and his calm and confident demeanor, he had an extraordinary maturity and stability, and was a bit like a provincial and ministerial-level leader who had been in the officialdom for a long time and held a high position of power. This was really surprising, even unbelievable.
Cheng Wei pointed at Li Lin and continued to introduce him to Xia Fengyu, "Team Leader Xia, this is Li Lin, the deputy head of Shannan County, whom I mentioned to you before."
Xia Fengyu nodded slightly, his eyes fell on Li Lin again, and said, "I heard from Minister Cheng that Li Lan is your sister? Oh, no wonder, it seems that Li Lan has put a lot of effort into training you. When you open your mouth, I feel that you are very extraordinary, with a broad mind and a high position. You are at the county level, but you can speak to me with the spirit of the provincial and ministerial level. It's not easy. You have a bright future in the future, hehe..."
When Li Lin heard this comment, his heart suddenly tightened. For a moment, he couldn't tell whether Xia Fengyu was praising him sincerely or mocking him subtly for overestimating his own abilities and not knowing his own identity.
But he quickly adjusted his mentality, still with a faint smile on his face, thinking to himself that even if it was an insult, just take it as a compliment, there was no need to worry about it and lose his composure.
He just smiled, looking calm and composed, and said neither servilely nor arrogantly, "Team Leader Xia, if you hadn't been in charge of Hanjiang and used your prestige and ability to deter those lawbreakers, I think the anti-corruption struggle in Hanjiang would have continued for a long time. So, I sincerely thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you have done for Hanjiang."
Li Lin's sincere and passionate words made Xia Fengyu a little overwhelmed for a moment, and he didn't know how to continue.
He thought to himself that he should say that he had made a contribution, because he had always been standing behind the scenes during the entire investigation of the case, and those tough tasks were tackled by the comrades of the Hanjiang Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection who had worked tirelessly and put in great efforts.
Let's say that I have made contributions in handling the case. It was only when the chain of evidence was perfect and impeccable that my side took over the investigation of Lu Chengze and other lawbreakers.
Perhaps the greatest role I played was to give the Hanjiang Provincial Party Committee a reassurance, giving them the courage and confidence to wage a resolute struggle against lawbreakers.
Xia Fengyu was a humble and low-key person who did not take credit for himself. Faced with Li Lin's sincere and earnest thanks, he suddenly felt a little unworthy.
After laughing dryly for a while, Xia Fengyu waved his hand at Li Lin and said in a humble and gentle tone, "I understand your feelings. Forget about thanking me. This is our duty. It can't be said to be a credit. To be honest, I hope that the Discipline Inspection Commission will never have any credit, and that cadres at all levels will never violate laws and disciplines."
Although his voice was not loud, it was full of power. Every word seemed to carry his persistent pursuit of ideals and beautiful expectations for the future. It seemed particularly warm and firm in this cold night.
As Li Lin listened to Xia Fengyu's words, he couldn't help but feel a surge of sincere admiration in his heart.
He nodded seriously, and said to Xia Fengyu with a firm and sincere look, "Team Leader Xia said it well. We all hope that the cadres in the system will always remain honest and upright. What happened in Hanjiang today should never happen again."
Xia Fengyu nodded silently, with a light flashing in his eyes.
At this time, Cheng Wei walked between the two of them with a smile, clapped his hands gently, and said with a smile, "I didn't expect that you two, one old and one young, could chat so well. Let's go, the dishes are served, let's eat and chat at the same time."
Upon hearing this, Li Lin immediately turned sideways and made a "please" gesture to Xia Fengyu.
The three of them walked side by side, talking and laughing, and slowly walked into the house.
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