Chapter 1382: This Step Must Be Taken!

In the blink of an eye, it was August. The Central Party School issued a notice for a Division Level training class, with a duration of six months.

Yechuan County Magistrate Tang Ye was successfully selected and became a student in this training class.

In the eyes of ordinary citizens, this notice was merely an insignificant trifle.

Yet, within official circles, it stirred up no small waves.

The Municipal Party School and Provincial Party School also frequently held Section Level training classes, but compared to a Division Level training class at the Central Party School, the weight and significance for one's personal political future were vastly different.

Ding Zhen looked at the document and fell into deep thought.

A fierce struggle began within his heart!

One voice was saying, you and Tang Ye are not even on the same track, why do you have to go against him?

Another voice was saying, after Tang Ye enters the Central Organization Department's Reserve Cadre talent pool, with this halo, everyone will listen to his instructions even more during committee meetings.

Ding Zhen thought for a moment and took the initiative to dial Jiang Jing's number.

"Secretary Jiang, Tang Ye is the County Magistrate, and he is in charge of many important tasks in Yechuan. Whether it is the Old City Renovation or the Eastward Strategy, both are at a critical stage of overcoming difficulties. If he goes to the Central Party School to study, it will inevitably affect the work in the county."

Jiang Jing explained patiently, "This is a training notice issued by the Central Party School."

Ding Zhen said, "There are many important tasks in Yechuan. It would be fine if others were missing, but if County Magistrate Tang is missing, I fear problems will arise. Could I ask you to coordinate and report to the higher-ups to let Tang Ye postpone his participation until the next session?"

Jiang Jing was stunned for a moment, not expecting Ding Zhen to bargain with her in this way.

Why did these words from Ding Zhen sound so punchable?

On the surface, it was all sorts of flattery toward Tang Ye.

In reality, it was about wanting to fight for resources and space for himself.

If a flight is delayed, you can rebook.

Once a training qualification for the Central Party School is missed, one will likely never have the chance again in this lifetime.

Jiang Jing's expression remained unchanged as she said indifferently: "The Provincial Party Committee Organization Department only had one recommendation quota, and Tang Ye was ultimately confirmed. The opportunity to train at the Central Party School is extremely rare. I understand the current difficulties in Yechuan; you can rest assured that the city will focus on Yechuan's various tasks moving forward. If there are any emergencies, you can report to me at any time, and I will step in to coordinate and handle them."

Ding Zhen hit a wall that was neither soft nor hard, and his tone softened.

"Secretary Jiang, thank you for your understanding. I know my request was a bit excessive, but I was acting from the perspective of Yechuan County's development. However, since you have given me your promise, I am willing to accept the organization's arrangement. Please rest assured, after County Magistrate Tang leaves, I will take the initiative to shoulder the responsibilities."

Jiang Jing frowned slightly and replied indifferently: "Mm, thank you for your hard work."

Hanging up the phone with Jiang Jing, a smile appeared on the corner of Ding Zhen's mouth.

Tang Ye heading to the Central Party School to study provided him with the perfect opportunity to catch his breath and make plans.

For the next six months, with Tang Ye far away, any attempt to interfere in the affairs of Yechuan County would surely be beyond his reach.

This would perfectly resolve the awkward situation of him, as the County Party Secretary, finding it difficult to control the leadership team.

Thinking of this, Ding Zhen felt as if his Ren Du Meridians had been opened, and he took the initiative to dial Tang Ye's office landline.

"Secretary Ding, is something the matter?"

"Is County Magistrate Tang free? If you are, come to my office for a moment."

"Alright, I'll be right over."

A moment later, Tang Ye knocked on the door of the County Party Secretary's office.

Ding Zhen personally poured a cup of tea for Tang Ye.

"I saw the training document from the Central Party School. After you finish the training, you will surely be promoted. I am genuinely happy for you."

Tang Ye detected the hidden sourness in the other's tone and smiled calmly: "This opportunity is indeed rare. I also feel particularly honored to be able to study and improve myself on such a high platform. As for the question of promotion, that is still too far off."

Ding Zhen paused slightly, "Your study this time is full-time, and six months will pass very quickly. However, after you leave, government work cannot stagnate. In order not to affect the work, I will shoulder a portion of the tasks; you don't need to worry about the rear, just focus on your studies."

Tang Ye said softly, "Secretary Ding, thank you for your support. Although government work is complex and multifaceted, I have already completed the handover. Comrade Zhao Kaiyuan will certainly be able to handle it and share your burdens. Although it requires full-time attendance, if Yechuan encounters urgent, major, or difficult matters, I will absolutely not stand by and watch. Even if I am thousands of miles away, I will rush back to handle them."

Ding Zhen smiled, "County Magistrate Tang, your dedication to work moves me. Tonight, we will hold a farewell for you; I must toast you a couple of times."

After the conversation with Ding Zhen, Tang Ye felt no joy in his heart, but rather a faint sense of heaviness.

He was accustomed to analyzing matters from different angles.

On the surface, being able to attend cadre training is a prelude to advancement.

However, after being far away from Yechuan, his power would be weakened, subsequently carrying the risk of others taking advantage of the void.

Regardless, this trip to the Central Committee for further studies was a step that had to be taken.

After Tang Ye walked out of the office, Ding Zhen called the County Party Committee Office Director, "Host a banquet at the Yechuan Hotel tonight to bid farewell to County Magistrate Tang, and book a super-large private room. Notify all Standing Committee Members; those who can spare the time should attend."

He had thought it through: he wanted to use the farewell banquet to create the appearance of a "century-scale reconciliation" between the top two leaders.

The Yechuan Hotel was the best in Yechuan, and its private room was also the largest; usually, important receptions were arranged in the large private room.

Speaking of the large private room, everyone knew what kind of place it was.

The County Party Committee Office Director probed, "County Magistrate Tang is attending the Central Party School training class; he will surely be promoted soon after he returns. Will he still be in Yechuan County?"

Ding Zhen remained calm, "How would I know that? There is no need to guess about future matters. Do your own job well and focus on the things right in front of you."

Six o'clock in the afternoon.

Tang Ye arrived at the top floor of the Yechuan Hotel on time.

Dong Zhangan had already arrived and was sitting in front of the television drinking tea.

Others were gathered around a card table playing Guan Dan.

Tang Ye and Dong Zhangan sat opposite each other.

Dong Zhangan dismissed the waiter standing to the side and said with a smile, "Your confidentiality work for this trip to the Central Party School was truly well done. No one had heard a whisper of it."

Tang Ye laughed at himself, "Don't say you hadn't heard; even I was completely unaware beforehand."

Dong Zhangan's eyes were full of envy, "This is a good opportunity; I wish you success."

Tang Ye nodded and said, "I am still at ease leaving the various affairs of the county to you and Comrade Kaiyuan to preside over. For simple matters, you can discuss and handle them. If you encounter complex problems, call me directly; don't be afraid to trouble me."

Dong Zhangan glanced at Ding Zhen, who was full of smiles at the card table, "County Magistrate Tang, you can rest assured! I promise you! Although you are not in Yechuan, the situation of the leadership team will not change. Important matters must be decided according to your ideas."

Tang Ye smiled easily, "With you holding down the fort in Yechuan, how could I have any reason to worry?"

After several previous confrontations with Ding Zhen, Tang Ye had already established his core position within the leadership team.

Especially since Yechuan's economic indicators had climbed to first place.

This made everyone firmly believe in Tang Ye's capabilities.

In Dong Zhangan's view, as long as he stood on the right side, he would also have the opportunity to advance further within two or three years!