This is a nearly genius suggestion!
Whether it was Yakov, Zyuganov, or even every official present, everyone was attracted by Zhao Xiaohai's proposal. There was no doubt that anyone who joined this club would easily gain access to a vast network of connections and, at the same time, receive a generous pension without any effort.
If Yakov had initially been cautious about Zhao Xiaohai's club, he was now at least tempted. Yakov had a similar club in Moscow, but that club wasn't about mutual assistance; everyone gathered simply to share the profits.
What did Zhao Xiaohai's proposed club signify? With representatives from the military, local government officials, and himself, the Far East Chairman of the Security Council, now in the club, these three forces combined meant the entire Amur Oblast was completely under the club's control. The existence of such a club would, on the one hand, facilitate Yakov's further control of power in the Far East upon his arrival, and on the other hand, facilitate the smooth implementation of his planned massive auction. It seemed like a win-win proposition.
For Zyuganov, Zhao Xiaohai's proposal was obviously very tempting. Although as a soldier, his enthusiasm for power was not as great as Yakov's, but from another perspective, he had to think more about how he should live after retirement.
Soviet soldiers, in terms of both welfare and on-the-job treatment, fell far short of the standards of government officials. While generals and colonels enjoyed a glorious life in office, the hardships of life quickly became apparent once they retired. Furthermore, with the current chaotic situation and the strained relationship between the military and the central government, who knew what might unfold in the future? Therefore, for Zyuganov, the emergence of such a club would undoubtedly alleviate his worries.
Of course, the other officials present were still apprehensive about Zhao Xiaohai's proposal for a club. They believed that if the club could truly live up to Zhao Xiaohai's promise, with members supporting and supporting each other, that would be ideal. At the very least, with the club's status, they wouldn't have to constantly be on the lookout for the Security Committee bosses. But then again, was someone like Yakov really that easy to get along with?
"Well, Brother Xiaohai's suggestion is quite good," Yakov said after a moment of silence. "Personally, I think this club is quite interesting. After all, we all work in the Far East. Even though we belong to different departments, we'll likely have many opportunities to interact in the future. With a club like this, we can discuss some matters among ourselves ahead of time. So... I personally support it. Count me in as a member."
As Yakov spoke, he turned his gaze to Zyuganov. In his opinion, the only person in the club who had the weight to compete with him was this major general in the military.
"What do you think, General?" asked Yakov.
"I have no objection. I'm part of this club." Zyuganov stood up and picked out the bag with his name on it from the two suitcases, saying with a smile.
"What about you guys?" Yakov glanced at the remaining officials, his hand resting on his chin as he asked with a smile, "If you have no objections, take your share. If you don't want to join, you can withdraw now. No one will stop you."
"I agree, count me in..."
"Count me in too..."
"I am also one..."
As soon as Yakov finished speaking, the government officials present responded quickly. In just a dozen seconds, all the document bags in the two suitcases were divided up.
"Good!" Looking at the crowd's reactions, Yakov's face lit up with a satisfied smile. He stood up, put his hands on the table, and said loudly, "From today on, all of us here are friends under the same club name. Well, in my opinion, we might as well call this club the 'Qixino Club'. As a member of the club, I, Yakov, can give everyone here a guarantee, that is, as long as I am in the Far East, the Security Committee will never cause any trouble to you. Of course, if I, brother, need any help from you, I also hope that everyone can give their all to help. Hehe, brother Xiaohai, isn't this what mutual assistance means?"
"Brother, you are right. This is what our Xixino Club's purpose should be." Zhao Xiaohai said with a smile.
Although Yakov's promise was only a verbal one, it still made the officials present ecstatic. It can be foreseen that if Yakov can really fulfill his promise, then these local officials who are under the surveillance of the Security Committee all day long will live more comfortably.
Compared with all the people present, the one who felt the most comfortable and happy at this moment was undoubtedly Zhao Xiaohai, the founder of the Xishino Club. He could even feel that his club would spread to the entire Far East in a very short time, and with this spread, his position in this land would become more and more solid.
The rain outside the banquet hall window was getting heavier. For the people of the entire Amur Oblast, this rain was obviously the first rain this summer. However, no one knew that under the cover of this rain, a larger-scale "public power" negotiation had emerged with the birth of an underground club.
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