Song Dongzheng really had no intention of cultivating a good relationship with Secretary Lin, and he even felt that there was no need to feign friendship.
As a newcomer, he lacks many advantages. If he remains ambiguous and doesn't let people know his stance, it could easily discourage some people who were already dissatisfied with Secretary Lin from taking sides.
He knew very well that even the best leaders have their share of dissatisfaction, let alone someone like Secretary Lin. Having visited Jinhe County so many times before, he already understood the situation there. Unlike others, Secretary Lin was someone who inspired considerable discontent.
The fact that the communes below dared to exaggerate their production output was inseparable from the style of Secretary Lin. Those who falsely reported production figures were rewarded, while those who honestly reported their output were criticized.
This is utter nonsense.
No wonder he couldn't get promoted after five years in Jinhe County; it just goes to show that the leaders above are very perceptive.
He didn't plan to use the people he had previously planted for the time being. After all, they hadn't been here long and needed to establish themselves. Besides, they were best used as a trump card if necessary.
He plans to cultivate another group of his own people from among the local cadres.
The first thing is choosing a secretary.
Without a secretary, things are not very convenient.
Not only was Song Dongzheng thinking about finding a secretary, but these young people in the county were also thinking about becoming Song Dongzheng's secretary.
After all, this is a matter of taking a step forward.
Moreover, County Chief Song is so young, he's bound to go far in the future, and following him will lead to a bright future.
People in the county pulled strings and asked Rao for favors. They even came to Director Wu's office.
Director Wu was in a real bind. He was just wondering when to urge County Chief Song to find a secretary when Song Dongzheng notified him to submit all the documents from the county that met the requirements. He was preparing to select a secretary. Without hesitation, Director Wu quickly organized the files and placed the documents of those who had already spoken to him on top.
After arriving at the office, Secretary Song didn't ask him any questions and just looked through the documents herself.
Director Wu discovered that Secretary Song had actually started flipping through the book from the very back…
He didn't dare to lie and say that the others were more capable. He kept quiet. After all, County Magistrate Song would be staying here for a long time, and he would eventually find out whether he was a good person or not. If he spoke up now and was later found to be lying, it would be like deceiving someone.
This is one of the advantages of having been a secretary; Song Dongzheng knew all the ins and outs very well. Generally speaking, the documents placed at the end are not necessarily the best, but they are definitely the ones with the least connections.
He just wanted to find someone with no connections.
If you find someone with connections, who knows if they've planted spies around you?
He'd rather someone less capable, first and foremost without connections. Secondly, and most importantly, someone who is honest and upright. He absolutely cannot let someone like Old Shi come along.
After carefully reviewing the materials, he didn't make a decision immediately. "There are too many talented people. I can't make a decision in a short time. I'll take my time and then discuss it with Director Wu after I've made my choice."
Director Wu breathed a sigh of relief. "Okay, I'll wait for your notification."
Song Dongzheng didn't continue looking at the materials. After just one look, he basically had a list of candidates in his mind.
At lunchtime, Song Dongzheng ate at the canteen with the rest of the group. After lunch, they strolled around the courtyard to digest their food before heading towards the main gate of the government compound.
Despite the grand name of the county government, there are only two young men and an old man guarding the gate.
The young men are responsible for patrolling around, while the old man guards the gate.
Grandpa Luo is a retired soldier. As a local, he was already very content to be assigned to guard the gate after his discharge. After settling down in the county, he married and had children, and life was pretty good. However, his wife's health was poor, and the burden gradually became heavier. If it weren't for his son's hard work and getting a job in a government agency, life would have been even harder.
Around noon, Grandpa Luo was guarding the gate when his son brought him some vegetables. Both father and son were government employees, but they weren't exactly frugal. After all, someone in their family was sick, and two children were still in school; their salaries weren't high, so they had to be careful with their spending.
Grandpa Luo picked the meat out of the bowl, then prepared some good vegetables and put them in an enamel bowl, intending to take them home to his wife and daughter that evening.
Luo Wei picked out all the meat from the bowl and gave it to his elderly father.
"Dad, eat more."
"What do you want to eat? I'm an old man, it won't matter if I eat less."
Luo Wei said, "Mom's health isn't good. If you don't take good care of yourself, what will I do in the future? I'm young, and my body can withstand the strain."
Grandpa Luo sighed, "Let's eat together. Alas, it's my fault for being useless and unable to provide you with a good life. The county magistrate who came a few days ago was so young, and I heard he went to university. If you had gone to university, you might be doing well now too."
"Dad, what's the point of all that? I'm doing great now. I got a job at my workplace, something many people envy. We're content."
Grandpa Luo sighed again, feeling helpless.
As a gatekeeper, there was really nothing he could do to help his son.
The two were eating when they noticed the light dimming near the door. Looking up, they saw a young man standing there. Upon closer inspection, they realized it was County Chief Song.
Grandpa Luo quickly stood up. "County Chief Song, it's you! What are your plans?"
Song Dongzheng said, "I just finished eating and am digesting my food."
Then, walking into the guardhouse, I saw Luo Wei again.
Luo Wei was also standing. When he saw County Chief Song arrive, he was somewhat surprised and nervous.
"Is this person also from our unit?"
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