Chapter 639: Let Xixi Become the Director of the Culture and Tourism Bureau

We drove and quickly arrived at Xue County.

Cui Chengshan had already arranged a banquet at Xueguo Dajiudian.

I and Yang Tao went straight into the hotel to eat.

Upon entering the hotel, Cui Chengshan saw me from afar and reached out his hand,

actively bending down,

"Mr. Zhao, thank you; this time Tian Shi praised me, saying my security work was very good. Let Zhuang Shi have a very happy time in Xue County."

"Chengshan, it's mainly because you did well yourself. As long as you work diligently, I believe Tian Shi will value you more in the future." I said, holding Cui Chengshan's hand.

"Yes, don't worry; as long as it's something you, Mr. Zhao, arrange, I'll put in twelve percent effort." Cui Chengshan said.

"Cui Xian, I also contributed here." Yang Tao said, standing behind me.

"Yang Sis, oh, I should thank you even more. You came all this way to support my work." Cui Chengshan hurriedly said to Yang Tao, expressing thanks.

Yang Tao smiled proudly.

I said, "Let's eat; we're all hungry."

Cui Chengshan led us into a private room at the hotel.

However, I didn't see Li Jia.

So I asked Cui Chengshan,

"Where is Li Jia?"

"Li Jia went to pick up Xixi; she'll be here soon." Cui Chengshan said.

Li Jia is capable; she proactively brought Xixi over for me to see.

I also don't know how Xixi's recovery is going.

Yang Tao and Cui Chengshan began chatting freely.

As for Yang Tao, this woman will take the initiative whenever she sees a handsome man.

Cui Chengshan looks good, tall and sturdy, with a face somewhat like a fresh-faced idol on TV.

I also didn't disturb them.

Then I took out a cigarette and smoked freely.

Soon after, Li Jia brought Xixi over.

As soon as Xixi saw me, her eyes became moist.

I quickly stood up,

"Xixi, how is your recovery now?"

Xixi nodded and said, "Uncle, I'm almost fully recovered; it's all thanks to Sister Li Jia taking care of me."

I looked at Li Jia and said, "Thank you, Li Jia, for taking care of Xixi for me."

"Mr. Zhao, no need for thanks; this is what I should do. Now Xixi can move around, I specially brought her to see you so you can relax."

"That's good. Let's sit." After saying that, I gestured for Li Jia and Xixi to sit down.

After we were seated, Cui Chengshan opened the liquor,

and proactively poured drinks for us.

Yang Tao doesn't drink baijiu; she drinks red wine.

Li Jia, Cui Chengshan, and I drank baijiu; Xixi drank a beverage.

After pouring the drinks,

Cui Chengshan raised his glass and said, "Thank you, Mr. Zhao and Ms. Yang, for coming. You have brought light to our Xue County."

"You have given hope to the development of Xue County. Today is a celebratory drink, a drink of thanks."

After saying that, Cui Chengshan downed his drink.

We all downed our drinks as well.

I took two bites of food,

then I said, "Chengshan, don't keep saying thanks; the road ahead is still long.

there will be many things ahead; I hope you can shoulder this responsibility.

let Xue County's development enter the fast track."

"Don't worry, Mr. Zhao; I still say the same thing—I'll do whatever you arrange, however you arrange it." Cui Chengshan said.

I nodded.

At that moment, Li Jia picked up the wine bottle to pour me a drink,

"Mr. Zhao, what should we do next? This matter has begun; when will some of Xue County's projects break ground?"

"Hehe, Li Jia is anxious, but nothing should be rushed. Some things must not be hurried; we have already taken the first step, now how to proceed with the next step.

we need to find some experts to conduct feasibility studies and write feasibility reports.

submit them to Tian Shi; Tian Shi needs to take these feasibility reports upward for approval. Only after approval can a project be initiated, and only after initiation can it attract investment.

Everything must follow the procedure; we can't be careless." I said, looking at Li Jia.

Li Jia laughed, "I thought they'd just clap and approve it right after reading."

"Now it's not the past; there are many matters, and they can't just decide arbitrarily.

"Come, Chengshan, Li Jia, you've worked hard. This time receiving Tian Shi's praise shows your work was thorough.

"I hope we continue to strive forward." I said, raising my glass.

Everyone's glasses clinked together.

After downing this drink,

"Mr. Zhao, I wonder what kind of experts we should invite for the feasibility study." Cui Chengshan asked.

"This? It should be some experts from the province. I'll handle these matters, and you only need to be in charge of reception in Xue County," I said.

"That's great, Mr. Zhao, my favorite job is reception," Cui Chengshan said with a smile.

"Handling reception work is not easy either. Li Jia, your next assignment may involve going to the city, overseeing the city's tourism project development. Tian Shi, let me give you a heads‑up so you're mentally prepared," I said, looking at Li Jia.

"If I go to the city, who will handle Xue County's tourism work?" Li Jia asked directly.

"It will still be you, so your burden is heavy; you will be responsible for the city and also for Xue County's affairs," I said, holding a wine cup.

"Li Jia's promotion is so fast; will anyone have objections?" Cui Chengshan said, somewhat displeased.

I waved my hand and said, "Chengshan, Li Jia's abilities have already earned the appreciation of Tian Shi and Zhuang Shi. Tian Shi hopes Li Jia will have a larger stage to showcase."

"Objections also need to be noted."

"Chengshan, what about you? If you want better development, do a good job on Xue County's projects, and Tian Shi will definitely value you."

Cui Chengshan, after hearing me finish, remained silent; it seemed he was reluctant to part with Li Jia.

Li Jia was very pleased,

"Mr. Zhao, this time gaining the appreciation of Tian Shi and Zhuang Shi is mainly thanks to you. I toast to you."

Li Jia and I clinked glasses, then drained the wine in the cup.

Li Jia continued, "Mr. Zhao, I have a suggestion. I wonder if it's feasible."

"Speak, I'm listening." I took a bite of the dish.

"Then regarding the Cultural Tourism Bureau here in Xue County, after I leave, I want to hand it over to Xixi." Li Jia said, looking at Xixi.

Xixi quickly replied, "Sister Li Jia, that won't work; I just started at the Cultural Tourism Bureau,

there are many things I'm not familiar with,

moreover, I've never been a leader before; I really can't do it."

Li Jia said, "Xixi, you can do it, don't worry, I have confidence in you."

I looked at Cui Chengshan,

then said, "Chengshan, I want to hear your opinion, after all

I kicked the ball to Cui Chengshan, to see what he would say.

I tossed the ball

Li Jia gave me this favor,

Cui Chengshan was startled for a moment and said, "Mr. Zhao, Director Li has already said, Xixi's ability is very strong, since Director Li approves,

Cui Chengshan paused and said, "Mr. Zhao, Director Li has already said that Xixi is very capable; since Director Li thinks highly of her,

I also very much hope Xixi can take on this role.

However, Xixi's experience is shallow, and some matters are difficult to initiate.

She will first preside over the work next year,

matters of rank also need to go through procedures.

"Mr. Zhao, I'm speaking truthfully; within the system, there are some things I can't just handle with a single sentence."

Cui Chengshan is right; working here sometimes requires going through very cumbersome procedures.

Cui Chengshan was right; working here sometimes requires going through extremely tedious procedures.

I hope Xixi can go further; this is a great opportunity.

I then said to Xixi, "Xixi, don't decline.

Since Cui Xian and Director Li have both expressed their stance, you should take over the Xue County Cultural Tourism Bureau work.

Of course, no one is born a leader; everyone learns gradually.

Xixi, do your job well; behind you is Cui Xian,

【100】 and Director Li's support, so you needn't worry about anything."