Chapter 1309: Now It's a Double Blessing!

Han Zhengyi returned home, and Jiang Min was cooking in the kitchen.

She saw that Han Zhengyi had brought back braised dishes and was somewhat surprised, "Did something good happen today? Why did you buy braised dishes?"

Han Zhengyi explained with a smile, "I heard from Xiao Chen at work that this place's braised dishes taste good, so I bought some back for you to try."

Jiang Min took the plastic bag from Han Zhengyi's hand, "I'll go plate it; I'll have a drink with you tonight."

Han Zhengyi said, "Alright!"

In a moment, Jiang Min had everything ready and poured a glass of wine for Han Zhengyi, "Honey, come, I'll toast you."

Han Zhengyi sighed, "Drink a little less; I'll finish mine."

After a few glasses of wine, Jiang Min asked Han Zhengyi, "Honey, tell me the truth, did you run into something today? I know you very well; if it weren't for something special, you definitely wouldn't be acting so out of character."

Han Zhengyi held his wine glass, looking a bit distracted, then said, "The project Jinhua Century City invested in in Wenyang is a total mess. Facts have proven that my original decision was correct. That unequal investment agreement brought only harm to local development."

Jiang Min knew that ever since Han Zhengyi had changed environments, he had been depressed.

He had originally voted to reject Jinhua Century City from settling in Yechuan through the Standing Committee, and because of this, he suffered much controversy, which subsequently led to malicious complaints against him, resulting in his transfer away from a core position.

Now that the project had blown up, he felt a sense of relief, and he did not regret his choice at all.

Jiang Min placed her hand on the back of Han Zhengyi's hand and comforted him, "Honey, I know you aren't very happy, but don't worry, there will always be a way when the car reaches the mountain."

Han Zhengyi said with a smile, "I'm actually already very content. Over the past ten-plus years, I put a lot of time into work and neglected my family; thank you for always being understanding of me. I have time now, so I can accompany you to relax."

Jiang Min knew that Han Zhengyi was feeling stifled, "Honey, I don't think you have no chance. Gong Weimin doesn't think highly of you, but that doesn't mean others don't."

Han Zhengyi shook his head and sighed, "Gong Weimin is a man with many methods who values political philosophy; he is a very clever Municipal Party Secretary. Although the new Mayor is very capable, when it comes to political maneuvering, he is still lacking quite a bit. As long as Gong Weimin is still the Secretary in Xiyang, it will be very difficult for me to advance."

Jiang Min gave a huff, "He won't be in office forever; after the term ends, the situation will be different."

Han Zhengyi secretly thought that Jiang Min must have gotten this news from chatting with the wives' group of the Municipal Party Committee.

Jiang Min's eyes lit up, and she said softly, "By the way, I heard County Magistrate Tang's daughter was born. I specifically called Du Xi; when I have time and see her, I must give a big red envelope."

Han Zhengyi knew that Jiang Min and Du Xi had always been in contact, "County Magistrate Tang, it's a double blessing now!"

Jiang Min was somewhat surprised, "How so?"

Han Zhengyi said, "County Magistrate Tang's father-in-law was transferred to Runzhou to be the Acting Mayor. Plus the birth of his daughter, isn't this a blessing upon a blessing?"

A look of shock appeared in Jiang Min's eyes, "County Magistrate Tang's father-in-law is a Mayor now. Oh my, his future is limitless!"

Han Zhengyi said in a very flat tone, "Tang Ye is a cadre that the Provincial Party Committee Organization Department is focusing on; he will definitely have very good development next."

Jiang Min thought for a moment, "Honey, you should maintain a good relationship with him; perhaps there will be a turning point."

Han Zhengyi smiled and said nothing.

If his wife could see it, how could he not see it himself!

……

Gao Qidong met with a bitter-looking Tan Zonghe at his residence that evening.

Tan Zonghe was frantic over the Jinhua Century City project, and upon seeing Gao Qidong, he complained without delay, "Mayor Gao, you've arranged a bomb for me!"

Just as he finished speaking, a dog barked in the corner of the courtyard.

Tan Zonghe looked closely and saw it was a large dog; although it wasn't a purebred Tibetan Mastiff, it had the bloodline, and Gao Qidong had treasured it dearly since buying it.

Seeing that Tan Zonghe was afraid of the dog, Gao Qidong patted the dog's head, "It's fine, it's very obedient. Your voice was a bit loud just now, and it thought you were being aggressive, which is why it reacted."

Tan Zonghe took a deep breath and softened his tone, "This dog is quite smart. It's just too fierce."

Gao Qidong laughed, "This dog of mine isn't a pet dog; it's for guarding the house. If it weren't fierce, how could it hold things down! Don't be afraid, come closer."

Tan Zonghe gathered his courage and walked a few steps toward the large dog.

The large dog moved a few steps toward Tan Zonghe, sniffed at his pant leg, and then retreated; this time there was no aggressive behavior.

Gao Qidong laughed, "Alright, now it has not only remembered your appearance but also your scent; it recognizes you as my friend and won't attack you again."

After entering the house, Gao Qidong took out a document, his tone becoming serious, "This is the result of my communication with Fan Shaoqun. They will increase investment next and raise the compensation amount for land requisition and demolition. Additionally, they will increase the pension for the families of the deceased."

Tan Zonghe let out a sigh of relief, "Thank you, Mayor Gao."

Gao Qidong sighed, "This time it was mainly because of the national-level media coverage, which drew the attention of provincial leaders. Actually, in the process of local development, these types of things are common. Most of the time, the leaders above can understand that the work is not easy. However, you must pay attention to your methods and approaches in the future."

A cold look appeared in Tan Zonghe's eyes, "It doesn't matter if I get disciplined. I've read that article. Tang Ye of Yechuan County, when accepting an interview with reporters, said those sarcastic remarks; it was truly infuriating."

A look of mockery appeared in Gao Qidong's eyes, "Jinhua Century City is a project supported by Secretary Gong. Those comments and viewpoints in the newspaper are like pointing at Secretary Gong's nose and snarling; do you think Secretary Gong will feel happy about that?"

Tan Zonghe nodded slightly, "You're right. Han Zhengyi being transferred away from Yechuan is the consequence of opposing Secretary Gong. Next, Tang Ye definitely won't have an easy time!"

Gao Qidong patted the large dog's head, "To put it bluntly, Tang Ye is nothing more than a dog by Jiang Jing's side. Secretary Gong hasn't taken action against Tang Ye mainly out of respect for Jiang Jing."

Upon hearing this, Tan Zonghe felt a bit unhappy.

He secretly wondered, in Gao Qidong's eyes, was he also just a dog of his?

However, because of the Jinhua Century City project, Tan Zonghe was already in the same boat as Gao Qidong.

He could only hold his nose and silently endure it!

Tan Zonghe felt a deep-seated hatred for Tang Ye at this moment and said in a cold tone,

"Yechuan County is not without problems. The Old City Renovation Project left behind a mess; it's just that it hasn't exploded yet."

Gao Qidong secretly thought that Tan Zonghe had keenly found the flaw in Yechuan's development.

If Tang Ye were a newcomer, he could distance himself from the project.

But, with Han Zhengyi gone, as the County Magistrate, he must bear the responsibility for this project.

Therefore, if there were any lapses in the Old City Renovation Project, Tang Ye would be unable to escape the blame!

"Mayor Gao, Yechuan County is currently applying for a provincial-level Agricultural Scientific Research Base. Our Wenyang is also competing for this project, so I ask you to put in some extra effort."

Gao Qidong nodded slightly and reminded him, "Then you must prepare well. This man Tang Ye is skilled in political maneuvering and has quite a few tricks up his sleeve!"