Chapter 2179: Unable to Hold Back

These problems had already been criticized by Secretary Jin to Zheng Tulu in person in the office. With Wu Min mentioning these problems again, the old fox became somewhat unable to hold back, interrupting Wu Min's words and saying: "District Mayor Wu, I have also learned a little about these problems. You may not know, it is precisely because of these problems that Secretary Jin specifically called me to the Provincial Committee this morning to criticize me." Speaking of this, Zheng Tulu deliberately paused, looking at Wu Min with a strange gaze, waiting for her to pick up the conversation.

Sure enough, seeing Zheng Tulu unable to hold back and looking at her with a resentful gaze, Wu Min smiled slightly and explained: "Director Zheng, regarding Secretary Jin criticizing you, I apologize to you in person. This was something I mentioned casually when I was talking to Secretary Jin about the work in the Development Zone. I was also reporting to Secretary Jin based on facts. I didn't expect Secretary Jin to find you, Director Zheng, to talk about this matter and criticize you. I am truly sorry."

Seeing that Wu Min apologized to him in person because of this matter, Zheng Tulu felt a bit more comfortable. He appeared very magnanimous, chuckling and saying: "It's okay, it's okay. District Mayor Wu, you misunderstood my meaning. The work of the Development Zone Construction Committee not keeping up, in the final analysis, is also my fault. As the Director of the Hexi Provincial Construction Committee, this is a negligence and loophole in my work. Being criticized by Secretary Jin is something that should happen."

Hearing Zheng Tulu say this, Wu Min smiled slightly and said: "This matter is not entirely your responsibility, Director Zheng. You are usually so busy that it is impossible to supervise every aspect of work. I think, in the final analysis, it is because the comrades of our District Construction Committee have problems with their ability and limited level."

Wu Min's words made Zheng Tulu associate it with another problem. He smiled gently, leaned back in his chair, and asked unhurriedly: "Then what does District Mayor Wu mean?"

This extended to the other matter Wu Min was about to say. She smiled shallowly, brushed the hair at her temples, and said: "Director Zheng, this leads to another matter."

Zheng Tulu naturally understood in his heart that the matter Wu Min was about to say was the most important purpose of her trip. He waved his hand politely and said: "District Mayor Wu, please speak."

Wu Min got straight to the point and stated her thoughts. She said: "Director Zheng, I think if the District Construction Committee is to shoulder the heavy responsibility of the development and construction of the Chanba Development Zone, the only solution at present is to make personnel adjustments to the leadership of the District Construction Committee, and transfer a comrade who is serious, responsible, and has real ability to be in charge of the work of the District Construction Committee."

"Oh? District Mayor Wu's suggestion is indeed a good way to solve the problem." Zheng Tulu nodded to express his agreement with Wu Min's suggestion, but then narrowed his eyes, appearing a bit troubled, and said: "However... our Construction Committee has so many people now. As for the comrade with real ability that District Mayor Wu mentioned, I really can't think of anyone suitable for a moment who can be competent for that position. Does District Mayor Wu have a suitable candidate?" Zheng Tulu deliberately played dumb.

Wu Min knew before coming that Zheng Tulu had been to Secretary Jin's side. Seeing this old thing playing dumb at this moment, she smiled faintly and got straight to the point: "Director Zheng, when Secretary Jin came down to inspect the work that time, I actually think that Deputy Division Chief Zhao Desan of your Construction Committee is very competent for this position."

Seeing that Wu Min finally stated the purpose of her trip, Zheng Tulu chuckled unhurriedly and said leisurely: "District Mayor Wu is talking about Xiao Zhao? District Mayor Wu actually doesn't know Xiao Zhao very well. Perhaps Xiao Zhao might not be competent for that position? Wouldn't that disappoint District Mayor Wu?"

Wu Min said straight to the point: "Director Zheng, judging from the performance of Comrade Xiao Zhao that day, I think he is fully capable of being competent for that role. Moreover, Secretary Jin also appreciates and values Deputy Division Chief Liu very much. I might have misjudged, but Secretary Jin certainly wouldn't have misjudged."

Seeing Wu Min bring out Secretary Jin, Zheng Tulu pretended to be very surprised and looked at Wu Min, asking: "District Mayor Wu, are you saying that Secretary Jin also has this intention?"

Playing dumb! Looking at Zheng Tulu's appearance of pretending to be dumb, Wu Min said to herself in her heart, smiled slightly, and said: "I won't hide it from you, Director Zheng. I mentioned this idea of mine to Secretary Jin. Secretary Jin agrees with my idea very much and has no opinion at all about transferring Xiao Zhao to work in the district. On the contrary, he agrees very much. But after all, Comrade Xiao Zhao is a person in your Construction Committee system. Regarding his work transfer, I think it is better to come and talk to you, Director Zheng, to see your opinion. This is also the main purpose of my coming to find you, Director Zheng, today."

Seeing that Wu Min finally fully expressed the purpose of coming to find him today, Zheng Tulu pretended to be suddenly enlightened, smiled, nodded, and said: "District Mayor Wu, it seems that you also appreciate our Deputy District Mayor Liu very much. People from our Construction Committee can be valued by District Mayor Liu, and you didn't mind the trouble of running all the way to the Construction Committee for this matter. It can be seen that District Mayor Liu really wants to transfer our Comrade Xiao Zhao to work in the district?"

Wu Min could hear that Zheng Tulu's words carried a slight dissatisfaction with her finding Secretary Jin to talk about this matter. She smiled calmly and flattered the old fox: "I really want Xiao Zhao to go to the district to preside over the work of the Construction Committee, but this still depends on your opinion, Director Zheng. If you don't let him go, no matter how much I say, it won't have any effect."

Damn! Aren't you doing this first and reporting later! Hearing Wu Min speak so smoothly, Zheng Tulu cursed secretly in his heart. Although his face carried a peaceful smile, his tone sounded a bit off: "Hehe, District Mayor Wu, haven't you already mentioned this to Secretary Jin? As long as Secretary Jin agrees with your idea, then what opinion can I, Zheng, have? District Mayor Wu's trip was a bit not worth it."

Wu Min could hear that Zheng Tulu was very dissatisfied with her bypassing him and directly finding Secretary Jin to talk about this matter. But with Secretary Jin backing her, Wu Min was not afraid of Zheng Tulu. Even without Secretary Jin's backing, Wu Min would not be afraid of the old fox. After all, as the District Party Secretary and District Mayor of a national-level development zone, Wu Min did not have to worry at all about what Zheng Tulu could do to her in terms of status. Although Wu Min did not lose to Zheng Tulu in terms of status and power, after all, neither of them were ordinary people. They were well-versed in the ways of officialdom interaction. Unless there was some deep hatred, they would not easily tear their faces apart. So Wu Min did not show any signs of anger and still smiled calmly and said: "Although Secretary Jin agreed, you, Director Zheng, are the top leader of the Construction Committee system. Personnel transfers in your unit, reasonably and legally, need to seek your opinion."

Wu Min gave Zheng Tulu some face, which could be considered giving the old guy a way out. The old thing also knew when to stop. If the two of them had a falling out because of this matter and Secretary Jin found out, it would be a small matter for him to be scolded by Secretary Jin. If Secretary Jin felt that he did not give Secretary Jin face regarding the personnel transfer of Zhao Desan and had objections to Secretary Jin's ideas, then that would be a major grudge, which would be extremely unfavorable to him. The old thing knew clearly which was lighter and which was heavier. Therefore, he laughed and said: "District Mayor Wu, since you appreciate our Deputy Division Chief Liu so much and Secretary Jin also agrees with your idea, then let Xiao Zhao go to the district to assist you in your work, District Mayor Wu. As long as District Mayor Wu feels that Xiao Zhao's ability can be competent for the position of the Development Zone Construction Committee and can contribute his meager strength to the construction and development of the Chanba Development Zone, I, Zheng, also raise both hands in agreement with this personnel transfer."

Seeing Zheng Tulu's attitude take a 180-degree turn, Wu Min knew that Zheng Tulu was still sensible. He could not give her face, but the face of the Provincial Party Secretary, Secretary Jin, even if he, Zheng Tulu, were one level higher, he would not have the guts not to give Secretary Jin face. Wu Min also knew when to stop and said politely with a smile: "With your words, Director Zheng, I can rest assured. I believe that under the leadership of Comrade Xiao Zhao, the work of the District Construction Committee will definitely reverse the decline and change in a good direction."

Listening to Wu Min's praise for Zhao Desan, Zheng Tulu felt a bit unhappy in his heart. He chuckled and said to Wu Min: "District Mayor Wu, since you came for Zhao Desan's matter, then no matter what, you have to meet him and listen to his thoughts, right?"

Wu Min knew that this was a difficult problem Zheng Tulu threw at her. If she called Zhao Desan up for a three-party confrontation, Zhao Desan would definitely be in a difficult position caught between the two, especially since he definitely wouldn't be able to express his stance. Wu Min tactfully declined and said: "Director Zheng, I think this is unnecessary. There is still a lot of work in the district waiting for me to do, so I won't delay your time, Director Zheng. I will take my leave now." Saying this, Wu Min stood up from the sofa.

Seeing Wu Min wanting to leave, Zheng Tulu did not try to keep her much, just said politely: "District Mayor Wu is leaving already?"

"Yes, there is still a lot of work in the district. I am also delaying your work time here, Director Zheng. I will take my leave first." Saying this, Wu Min turned and walked toward the outside of the office.

Zheng Tulu got up and followed, greeting Wu Min's back as she walked out of the office: "Then District Mayor Wu, go slowly. I won't see you off."

Wu Min looked back and said: "Director Zheng, you busy yourself. No need to see me off." Saying this, she walked out of the office and disappeared at the office entrance.

He Liping, who had been hiding at the entrance of her office listening to the movements in Zheng Tulu's office, seeing Wu Min walk out of Zheng Tulu's office, hurriedly pulled her head back in, secretly staring at Wu Min. Only after her figure disappeared at the stairwell did she come out of the office sneakily and quickly flashed into Zheng Tulu's office.

After settling Zheng Tulu, Wu Min felt much more relieved when she came down from upstairs. After all, Zheng Tulu was an extremely important figure in Zhao Desan's personnel transfer. If she didn't handle the relationship on his side well, even if she relied on Secretary Jin to transfer Zhao Desan from here to the district, this Zheng Tulu would definitely have a great opinion of her. Being well-versed in the ways of officialdom, some potential conflicts and hatreds must be resolved. If it weren't for considering this point, and Secretary Jin on that side agreed, she wouldn't have run all the way from the district to here to ask for Zheng Tulu's opinion.

It was a coincidence. When Wu Min just walked down from upstairs, she ran into Wu Min, who was passing by the stairwell after coming out of the corridor restroom. Zhao Desan was only focused on walking toward the office, facing sideways to Wu Min who was walking down from upstairs, and didn't notice the side. It was Wu Min who suddenly discovered that this guy's figure and side face were extremely similar to Zhao Desan, so she tentatively called out: "Deputy Division Chief Liu."

1193. Chapter 1180: Dumbfounded

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