Zhang Zhiyuan is a person who practices what he preaches.
That's what he thought, so he had to put his ideas into action.
So, the next day when I went to work...
He then called Chen Tao to his office.
"Vice Mayor Zhang, what instructions did you give me?" Chen Tao asked Zhang Zhiyuan with a smile.
Although he was Liu Zhengxiang's protégé, he still showed great respect to Zhang Zhiyuan, the deputy mayor.
Zhang Zhiyuan is a capable person who has achieved considerable success in recent years. He is the most popular candidate to succeed Liu Zhengxiang.
Moreover, since the other party was his immediate superior, he had to be even more respectful for the sake of his future.
Zhang Zhiyuan didn't stand on ceremony with him, but placed a stack of documents on the table. "Take a look at these documents and medical reports first!"
Chen Tao paused for a moment, then picked it up and glanced at it.
I was stunned after reading it.
"Vice Mayor Zhang, what do you mean by this?"
Zhang Zhiyuan said calmly, "The harm of food additives is quite convincing based on this data! These are the details of our work that are easy to overlook. As for Tianhai's standards, I think they are far from sufficient. Therefore, I suggest that we not only work with the company but also consult relevant experts to revise the standards!"
"Um, Deputy Mayor Zhang, we've already approved this standard, and they all meet national standards..."
"Meeting national standards does not mean absolute safety! Food is the most important thing for people, and when it comes to the safety of people's lives, we can never be too careful!"
Zhang Zhiyuan said without any room for argument, "Let's settle this on a case like this. Later, contact General Manager Li of Tianhai and ask them to come over when they have time so we can discuss it in more detail!"
“But Deputy Mayor Zhang and General Manager Li’s factory staff have already been recruited and must be put into production now. If this continues, the losses for them will be huge, especially since Mayor Liu personally brought them in…”
Snap!
Before Chen Tao could finish speaking, Zhang Zhiyuan slammed his hand on the table and said with a stern face, "No matter who recruited you, you must consider all aspects! Economic development is important, but the safety of the people must also be guaranteed. We can't do without either of these two driving forces! This is the principle of our government! Also, you need to understand that I am your superior, so please don't report to higher authorities in the future!"
Chen Tao couldn't help but shudder.
Having known Zhang Zhiyuan for so long, this was the first time he had ever seen the other man so angry. His face turned pale with fright.
He wiped away his cold sweat and quickly said, "Yes, Deputy Mayor Zhang, I've got your words in mind. I'll take care of it as soon as I get back!"
A moment later, Chen Tao slunk out of the office.
They walked and discussed things along the way.
He just couldn't figure out what kind of evil Zhang Zhiyuan had encountered.
Could it be that he's been possessed by Chen Ning?
That little brat Chen Ning is such a jinx! This matter was already over, but I never expected Vice Mayor Zhang to interfere again.
He could be perfunctory with Chen Ning, but he couldn't be with Zhang Zhiyuan.
This is a top candidate for the future mayor. If I offend him, will I have a good life after Liu Zhengxiang retires?
But upon closer reflection, he felt he had lost face.
After all, I'm considered a veteran in Xidu, and I'm also a protégé of Mayor Liu. You, Zhang Zhiyuan, have only been here for a few years, yet you're already showing no respect to me, Old Chen, and even slamming your fist on the table in front of me.
Thinking about what had just happened, Chen Tao grew angrier and angrier, feeling incredibly frustrated.
"Damn it, Zhang Zhiyuan, you're just a deputy, you don't have the right to call the shots in Xidu, do you? And if you want to be promoted, you'll have to ask Mayor Liu if he'll agree!"
Chen Tao narrowed his eyes slightly.
Why won't you let me report this to a higher level?
I'm going to report it!
Not only will I report this, I'll also file a formal complaint against you!
Let's see if you can still hold the title of acting mayor!
Chen Tao is a despicable person, a complete and utter despicable person.
Offending a gentleman is not a problem, because a gentleman can deceive you with integrity. But offending a petty person is a real problem, because a petty person likes to use underhanded tricks.
In the blink of an eye, Chen Tao arrived at the mayor's office.
Liu Zhengxiang was leisurely reading the newspaper and drinking tea while wearing his reading glasses when Chen Tao walked in with a long face.
Liu Zhengxiang pushed up his glasses and said irritably, "What's wrong? Why are you looking so bitter and resentful? What kind of trouble are you up to now?"
"Oh dear, my lord, I'm truly terribly wronged this time!"
Chen Tao said with a mournful expression, "These past few days, I've been running around tirelessly for the big project you brought in, all so that you could add another brilliant achievement to your record before you retire, so that you could be remembered by the people in a glorious way! But this guy actually sabotaged you behind your back! It's infuriating!"
"You mean... Tianhai's project?" Liu Zhengxiang frowned, put down the newspaper, and took off his reading glasses. "Tell me what happened, stop keeping me in suspense!"
Chen Tao looked helpless and quickly recounted what had just happened.
"Your Excellency, the standards provided by Li Qun are fully in line with national standards. Even if you take them to Yandu, there will be absolutely no problem. We don't know what Vice Mayor Zhang was thinking, that he actually wanted to reject them and revise them! And even find experts to evaluate them. Don't you think this is making things difficult for people?"
Chen Tao said speechlessly, "If this is all done, won't it take three to five months? By then, it'll be too late! It's not easy for us to attract businesses to Xidu. People say that investment doesn't cross the Shanhaiguan Pass. Mr. Li only came because of your influence. Zhang Zhiyuan is clearly trying to undermine you!"
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