Chapter 1344: My Wisest Decision!

Ding Zhen dialed Gao Qidong's phone number.

Gao Qidong answered the phone quickly.

Ding Zhen adjusted his mood, "Mayor Gao, congratulations!"

Seeing Ding Zhen take the initiative to pledge allegiance, Gao Qidong was in a good mood, "Lao Ding, thank you."

Ding Zhen sighed with emotion, "I just knew you would succeed!"

Gao Qidong sighed, "I must thank Gong. If he hadn't recommended me, I wouldn't have had this opportunity. Gong was set up this time. He is a man of vision; for the sake of Xiyang's stability, he made a huge sacrifice."

Ding Zhen echoed, "That's right, the problem in Wenyang lies with Tan Zonghe. Family scandals shouldn't be aired in public, yet some people actually made a big fuss about this matter; it is truly despicable."

Gao Qidong reminded him, "The main force participating in the investigation this time was the Yechuan County public security team. As the County Party Secretary of Yechuan County, you didn't even get a hint of news in advance. Lao Ding, you also bear an inescapable responsibility for this matter."

Ding Zhen smiled helplessly, "Mayor Gao, I am not only feeling guilty and full of self-reproach right now, but I am also truly helpless. Yechuan County has been managed by Tang Ye and his group like an iron bucket; even if I wanted to intervene, I wouldn't know where to start!"

Gao Qidong gave Ding Zhen a reassurance, "Lao Ding, you don't need to be discouraged. You are the County Party Secretary and the Class Monitor of the Yechuan County leadership team; when the critical moment comes, I will definitely choose to support you."

Ding Zhen breathed a sigh of relief and hurriedly said, "Thank you for your support, Mayor Gao. If you have any needs in the future, just give the order directly. I will definitely go all out and follow through without fail."

Gao Qidong said, "When you finish this busy period, come to my villa for a gathering, and we will have a good chat."

Ding Zhen actually resisted going to Gao Qidong's villa from the bottom of his heart,

but he still pretended to be very willing on the surface,

saying, "Good, I will wait for your notification."

After hanging up Ding Zhen's call, Gao Qidong gently patted the head of the Caucasian Shepherd dog lying at his feet.

The Caucasian Shepherd immediately stuck out its tongue to please Gao Qidong, appearing very docile.

Gao Qidong fed it a mouthful of dog food and said softly, "Good dog, go out!"

After the Caucasian Shepherd obediently left the room,

Gao Qidong dialed Gong Weimin's phone number.

"Gong, are you busy right now?"

Gong Weimin was resting in his hotel room, "Not busy, tell me what's the matter."

Gao Qidong said sincerely, "Gong, thank you. If it weren't for you, it would be very difficult for me to have this opportunity."

Gong Weimin smiled, his tone gentle, "Xiao Gao, we have known each other for many years, and I have always been grooming you as my successor. Over these two years, you have become increasingly mature, and I am still very satisfied. Your working style must also change accordingly; do not act impulsively as you did before."

Gao Qidong said gratefully, "Thank you for your teachings; I will definitely keep them firmly in my heart."

Gong Weimin nodded slightly, "I feel guilty about the incident in Wenyang this time; it was my lack of caution that caused such a serious problem. Secretary Wen's decision to transfer me away from Xiyang was the correct one."

Gao Qidong shook his head and said angrily, "No, Gong, this is a Hidden Plot with ulterior motives. They deliberately laid a trap and, through Zhang Xianguang, created a situation unfavorable to you."

Feeling Gao Qidong's indignation, Gong Weimin felt a bit more comforted,

"It is mainly because we were not cautious enough in handling this matter, which gave the other side an opportunity. In your future work, you must take this as a warning; you must never make mistakes on matters of principle."

Gao Qidong said in a deep voice, "Gong, I will keep it in mind, don't worry. I have remembered your grievances. When the opportunity arises, I will definitely vent this pent-up anger."

Gong Weimin hurriedly appeased him, "Xiao Gao, I can understand your feelings. But the way of being an official lies in discarding personal emotions. You must never lose your basic judgment because of anger.

I am a few years older than you and have seen more things, which is why I can accept this result calmly.

Of course, you must be more cautious. Jiang Jing is a person with great means; in the future, when working with him, you must be more steady."

Gao Qidong said quickly, "Thank you for your reminder."

After the call ended, Gao Qidong sighed deeply.

He had achieved his wish and become the acting mayor, taking another step toward his goal.

But for some reason, a sense of inexplicable desolation lingered deep in his heart.

It was truly too difficult to reach this point, and the sacrifice was too great.

The real winner was still Jiang Jing.

However, the battle between him and Jiang Jing would not end like this.

Although Jiang Jing was the Municipal Party Secretary and the top leader, Gong Weimin had left him many connections and resources.

As an outsider, it would be extremely difficult for Jiang Jing to gain absolute control when facing the local Standing Committee Members.

Gao Qidong's plan was very clear—to hollow out Jiang Jing.

Just like how Tang Ye hollowed out Ding Zhen, making Jiang Jing a puppet secretary in name only.

That was why Gao Qidong showed such a low posture when communicating with Gong Weimin.

As for Gong Weimin, he perhaps saw through Gao Qidong's intentions but simply did not point them out.

Because that group of people under Gong Weimin also needed to set up a new camp,

and rather than letting them defect to Jiang Jing, it was better to let Gao Qidong lead them to try and strive to form some kind of balance with Jiang Jing.

……

In the evening, Tang Ye arrived at Jiang Jing's home as promised.

Hearing the movement at the door, Xie Yina hurriedly walked out. Seeing that Tang Ye was carrying quite a few things, she couldn't help but exclaim, "Why did you bring so many things? You are too polite."

Tang Ye said with a smile, "Some local specialties from Yechuan County, a gift for you to have a taste."

Jiang Rou walked down from upstairs, picked up an apple, peeled it, and handed it to Tang Ye.

Tang Ye was a bit surprised, "Long time no see, you actually know how to care about people."

Jiang Rou shrugged, "I have always been thoughtful; it's just that you don't know me well enough."

Because he hadn't eaten much for lunch, Tang Ye was a bit hungry at the moment. After taking the apple, he finished it in a few bites.

Jiang Rou's eyes widened as she watched, and she exclaimed, "You are a County Magistrate after all, why are you in such a rush to eat an apple!"

Tang Ye said with a smile, "A County Magistrate is also a person, and will also get hungry!"

After Jiang Jing returned, Tang Ye followed him into the study.

In this room, Jiang Jing shed all his disguises and sighed with relief.

"Transferring you to Xiyang is the wisest decision I have ever made!"

Tang Ye said with a smile, "Mayor Jiang, thank you for your trust in me, and thank you for giving me this opportunity."

He knew clearly in his heart that if Jiang Jing had not taken the initiative to propose that he come to Yechuan County to serve as County Magistrate and act as a firefighter, although he would still have been promoted, it would have been delayed by at least half a year.

Do not underestimate this half year.

In the officialdom where thousands of troops and horses cross a single-plank bridge, many people miss crucial opportunities precisely because of this half-year gap.

"I have already had the Municipal Organization Department study the recommendation materials for Han Hu. It is expected that next week, the Municipal Organization Department will go to Yechuan County to organize an inspection."

"Han Hu has drive in his work and has withstood the test; he is a talent who can be used."

Jiang Jing took a document out of the drawer and handed it to Tang Ye.

"Take a look at this document."

Tang Ye took the document and said in surprise, "Central Party School Division Level training class?"