Everyone in the conference room understood that this was out of concern that the spies might cause trouble.
Secretary Lin smiled and said, "Comrade Dongzheng, that's too much to say. Things have been very peaceful these past few years. There won't be any problems."
Song Dongzheng asked, "Secretary Lin, are you absolutely certain that everything is alright?"
Secretary Lin: "..."
Who can say for sure that everything will be alright?
He realized that the young county magistrate was up to no good. "Comrade Dongzheng, what are your thoughts?"
"My idea is to reorganize the militia in accordance with regulations. This is necessary. The number of people in the county public security bureau is not enough."
Secretary Lin realized that County Chief Song was interested in the militia. He said seriously, "County Chief, the county's situation is special and we can't support those people. My suggestion is to wait a while. Comrade Dongzheng, you've just arrived, don't be too hasty."
Song Dongzheng smiled and said, "Secretary Lin means that as long as there is food, we should form a militia?"
"We'll consider this issue once we have enough food."
Song Dongzheng nodded, "Alright, let's settle this matter today. I'll take care of the food problem."
"..." Everyone in the conference room was looking at him.
Secretary Lin's hand, which was holding the teacup, could no longer grip it. "Comrade Dongzheng, I'm done. There's no need to rush."
Song Dongzheng said, "Secretary Lin, you should consider this issue now that we have grain. I've decided to temporarily assign 30 militia corps members. I'll take care of the grain issue. This is a major matter concerning the safety of Jinhe County, and I don't think there's any reason to delay it."
He looked at Secretary Lin and smiled, "Secretary Lin, what do you think?"
Secretary Lin pursed his lips and forced a smile, "Since Comrade Dongzheng can solve the food problem himself, then of course I support him. The formation of the militia is imperative."
Song Dongzheng looked at the others and asked, "Secretary Lin has no objections, so does anyone else have any?"
Since neither of the two leaders had any objections, who else would? Everyone shook their heads.
That was settled right away.
Song Dongzheng was a decisive and efficient man. After the meeting, he instructed Director Wu to help distribute documents to various communes and begin recruiting militia. The benefits were to be provided according to the regulations in the documents.
Secretary Lin was furious in his office.
He felt that the newcomer wasn't giving him any face. They didn't even consult him before making the decision. It was really annoying.
It seems that youthful exuberance isn't all good.
When the communes below heard that the county was going to call up militia, they quickly sprang into action.
For farmers, besides earning a living by working the land, joining an organization was the best way out.
The meals organized by the government are the ones that taste good and fill you up. Besides, the harvests have been bad these past two years, and families don't have enough food to eat. If we can get a meal in the county, it will ease the burden on our families and we can even help them out.
So, the originally bleak winter days became lively in all the communes and production brigades.
Having taken the first step, Song Dongzheng took a moment to call Su Yu.
Su Yu was reviewing her lessons in the Youth League Committee office when she received the call and was overjoyed.
Aside from a brief greeting from one or two neighbors, we haven't been in touch for several days.
Knowing that it was inconvenient to talk on the phone at this time, the two of them spoke in a very businesslike tone.
Song Dongzheng said, "Comrade Su Yu, we have formed a militia regiment. When you come here to inspect our work in the future, you can ask the militia comrades for help."
Su Yu said gratefully, "County Chief Song, your work is so thorough. I'm sure the county is very supportive of this matter."
"Yes, especially our Secretary Lin, who strongly supports it."
"Your Secretary Lin is truly a dedicated comrade."
"Of course. Although the people of Jinhe County have not had enough to eat in recent years, I still believe he is a good comrade."
Su Yu almost burst out laughing.
She realized that Comrade Dongzheng was no longer considering standing on the same side as Secretary Lin, and felt that he hadn't made life better for the people.
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