Chapter 335: Outmaneuvered by Tang Ye!

In the early morning, the golden morning light filtered through the office glass window like a veil, spilling softly onto the desk.

Tang Ye opened the latest personnel appointment and removal document, his gaze drawn to the notice of Cheng Lin's transfer to Suiyuan County.

He immediately picked up his phone and dialed Cheng Lin's number.

"Sister, congratulations! You've finally gotten your wish and moved up another level!"

Cheng Lin's warm, gentle laughter came from the other end of the line.

"Thanks to your good wishes. By the way, regarding this open selection examination, I heard you haven't submitted your application information yet? How are your preparations coming along?"

Tang Ye knew Cheng Lin had eyes and ears in the Municipal Organization Department, so he smiled calmly.

"I've been preparing all along; no rush, there's still time before the deadline this afternoon."

Cheng Lin's tone suddenly became subtle, carrying a hint of probing: "It's rumored everywhere outside that you intend to use this exam to get posted to Tianling County?"

Tang Ye shook his head lightly, his tone relaxed as if teasing: "Sister Lin, how could you believe such groundless rumors?"

Cheng Lin's hearty laughter came through the receiver.

"How could I not understand you? Tianling County is too stable; where is the challenge in that for you? No matter how capable you are or how well you do, in everyone's eyes, it's just expected. As long as you achieve results, the organization will surely look at you differently, because you achieved what others couldn't—that is ability, that is talent."

"Suiyuan County has long been plagued by deep-seated problems; it won't be easy to turn the situation around."

Cheng Lin seemed to have already thought it through, her speaking pace light and quick.

"It has indeed been riddled with holes by Wang Xingjian's tossing and turning, but the foundation of the county's resources is still there. Since you were able to lead Pinghu from a backward town to a core hub on your own, I believe that if you go to Suiyuan, you will definitely be able to lead the local area to a brand-new transformation.

The Industrial Park in Suiyuan County has spent a massive amount of financial resources, dragging Hanzhou's economic development into a quagmire—where does the problem lie?

It lies with us, the leading cadres. We must select comrades who are politically firm and capable of fighting hard battles and tough battles to change the local atmosphere. I'll be waiting for you in Suiyuan County!"

These words made Tang Ye's heart tremble; he suddenly realized that Cheng Lin had grasped his personality so precisely.

"Alright! I will definitely give it my all!"

Cheng Lin's previous work focus had been on Party affairs.

Now that she was in the position of Deputy County Party Secretary, if she wanted to advance further, she had to prove herself in government affairs.

Tang Ye had always felt that Cheng Lin's network of connections was unfathomable.

Therefore, Cheng Lin would surely reveal some of her trump cards in Suiyuan County this time.

As for Tang Ye, if he could successfully achieve his goal in the open selection, by closely surrounding Cheng Lin and cooperating with her work, he could reach his expected objective.

In an official career, assessing the situation is a form of ability.

Tang Ye was gifted in this regard.

Therefore, choosing to go to Suiyuan County was not a hot-headed decision, but a plan made after careful consideration.

"By the way, Song Mingyu and his wife want to invite you to dinner."

"Is there something they need my help with?"

"We'll talk when you have time to meet up!"

"Alright!"

Hanging up Cheng Lin's call, Tang Ye sighed lightly.

Choosing to apply for the position in Suiyuan County would, barring any accidents, make many people's jaws drop, right?

Tang Ye actually wanted to lie flat too.

But, to tell the truth, his strength and his backing didn't allow him to do so!

Three o'clock in the afternoon.

Tang Ye stepped in at the very last moment of the application deadline and solemnly submitted his application form.

Municipal Organization Department.

"Director Xia, there's a situation!" Rapid footsteps accompanied by a report burst into the office, "There are only two applicants for the Deputy County Magistrate position in Tianling County. The exam ratio is 1:3; according to regulations, at least three people are required to hold the exam!"

If the number of applicants did not meet the exam ratio, the position might be canceled.

Xia Hong put down the document in her hand, her brows slightly furrowed: "Tianling County's development momentum is steady, and the Deputy County Magistrate is a position with real power—how could it have no takers?"

The subordinate lowered their voice: "It is said that everyone thinks this is a 'customized position,' so they don't dare to apply rashly..."

Xia Hong's expression turned stern: "Nonsense! This selection is personally supervised by Secretary Zhou; who would dare to pull such tricks!"

"But everyone is wary of Tang Ye—he was the Top Scorer in the Provincial Examination back then, and everyone guesses this position was set up for him."

Xia Hong's heart sank sharply.

If Tang Ye had really applied for Tianling County and the exam couldn't be held due to insufficient numbers, wouldn't that directly cut off his chance for selection?

Was there any artificial guidance involved?

She hurriedly asked: "Then which position did Tang Ye apply for?"

"Deputy County Magistrate of Suiyuan County! There are already fifteen applicants now; it is one of the most competitive positions."

Xia Hong let out a long breath and tapped her fingertips lightly on the desk: "The position in Tianling County will be canceled according to regulations. Handle this matter low-key; don't stir up unnecessary discussion."

After the subordinate left, she looked at the sun gradually slanting westward outside the window and smiled helplessly.

This move of applying at the last minute by Secretary-General Du Chengfeng's son-in-law didn't know how many people it had thrown into a panic, nor did it know how many people's well-laid plans it had shattered.

It was rumored everywhere outside that the Deputy County Magistrate position in Tianling County was a hot spot.

If Tang Ye had applied for that position and it failed to meet the exam ratio, wouldn't that have let many people get their way!

The Party School classmates were chatting heatedly in their small QQ group!

"Didn't they say Tang Ye was going to apply for Tianling County? Why did he suddenly change to Suiyuan County?"

"This is a disaster! Suiyuan County is a mess that no one wants to take on. Who knew everyone would crowd there, and yet they happened to run into Tang Ye!"

"This guy Tang Ye is a real schemer! Everyone was avoiding the Deputy County Magistrate position in Tianling County, but he, on the contrary, specifically picked the unpopular one!"

"How is this an unpopular position? A Deputy County Magistrate is a position with real power, and besides, the situation in Suiyuan County is complex; as long as one achieves results, the future is limitless!"

"To be outmaneuvered by Tang Ye, it's truly stifling!"

"What are you afraid of! Fight him! Back when I took the civil service exam, I also landed the position as the top candidate; could I really be afraid of him?"

At this moment, Hu Zhongping stared at the application information, and his heart instantly went cold.

Previously, he had tried to sound out Du Xi, originally thinking that Tang Ye would apply for the position of Deputy County Magistrate of Tianling County, relying on the resources of Du Chengfeng to easily gild his resume.

Afterwards, he deliberately manufactured public opinion.

He had originally thought that the position would be ignored because of this and become a discarded position.

As it turned out, he hadn't expected that the position was indeed discarded!

Tang Ye did the opposite and chose Suiyuan County.

Hu Zhongping took a deep breath and dialed the phone number of his uncle, Zhao Disheng, his tone carrying a hint of anxiety: "Uncle, I want to discuss something with you. Can I change the unit I applied for in the open selection? Do you think you could help me adjust it?"

Zhao Disheng was stunned for a moment on the other end of the line, his tone becoming serious: "The application information has already entered the public notification stage; changing a position at this time is considered cheating, absolutely not! Why do you suddenly want to change?"

Hu Zhongping explained with a bitter smile: "Tang Ye applied for Suiyuan County, and I really have no confidence in my heart..."

Zhao Disheng sighed and said earnestly: "Since you have already registered, just let nature take its course. Focus on your leave for study these few days and prepare well. Getting stage fright before even entering the exam hall is a major taboo!"

Hanging up the phone, Zhao Disheng shook his head lightly, his heart full of helplessness.

He had high hopes for Hu Zhongping and had originally suggested that he first choose a leisurely Deputy Division Chief position to transition, and then transfer to a position with real power after grinding for two years to be promoted to Division Level.

Yet he did not expect that Hu Zhongping was ambitious and had set his sights on the position of Deputy County Magistrate of Suiyuan County, a position with real power.

Although the problems in Suiyuan are relatively complex, the position of Deputy County Magistrate is full of temptation for a civil servant.

Zhao Disheng vaguely sensed that this position might have already had a "pre-determined candidate," because the Municipal Party Committee needed to arrange a capable person to enter Suiyuan.

It was just unexpected that it would be Tang Ye.

He quite appreciated Tang Ye's ability.

Unfortunately, Tang Ye is the son-in-law of a competitor.

Du Chengfeng had only been transferred to the position of Secretary-General of the Municipal Party Committee for half a year, yet he had already firmly established his footing.

Although Zhao Disheng had more seniority, now in the Standing Committee, whether it was the seating order or the right to speak, Du Chengfeng had already quietly surpassed him.

What's more, Tang Ye not only had Du Chengfeng backing him, but now also had the Executive Vice Mayor Jiang Jing as support.

In this way, if Hu Zhongping wanted to win in this competition, he would only have a chance if he created a huge gap in the written examination stage.