Chapter 358: Mayor Jiang Makes a Special Trip to See Him Off!

In the days that followed, although Tang Ye still worked in Secretariat Section Two, he primarily focused on handing over his work.

In early April, a notice of appointment from the Municipal Organization Department came down.

Tang Ye was transferred to Suiyuan County to serve as Deputy County Magistrate.

After the personnel appointment was announced, Wen Rong called Tang Ye immediately. After offering her blessings, she enthusiastically invited him to attend a farewell banquet specially prepared by the section.

When Tang Ye pushed open the door to the private room, he was surprised to find that Deputy Secretary-General Shi Hao was also in attendance.

"Secretary-General Shi, I really didn't expect you to come too!" Tang Ye could not hide his surprise.

Shi Hao wore a warm smile and said in a gentle tone, "Xiao Wen mentioned it to me, so how could I not come? Although you are going to the county to take up your post, Secretariat Section Two will always be your solid backing."

Upon hearing these words, Tang Ye felt a slight stir in his heart. In a daze, he recalled that Yang Yuan had once said similar things, but times were different now; the sincerity in Shi Hao's tone was evident.

After three rounds of drinks, Shi Hao's mobile phone suddenly rang. He hurried downstairs, and not long after, the door to the private room was pushed open again, and Jiang Jing appeared, accompanied by Jiang Rou.

Tang Ye was both surprised and delighted: "Mayor Jiang, why did you come in person?"

Jiang Jing was all smiles, her tone teasing: "To see you off to your new post, of course I had to show up to cheer you on!"

Tang Ye hurriedly raised his glass, his expression respectful: "Mayor Jiang, no matter where I go, I will always be a soldier under your command!"

Wen Rong sighed to herself; Mayor Jiang truly treated Tang Ye differently!

However, this was also understandable.

Although it had only been a year, the two had experienced a lot together, especially when she was sick and hospitalized; Tang Ye had guarded Jiang Jing twenty-four hours a day for several months.

This bond was irreplaceable!

Jiang Jing nodded with satisfaction, reached out to pat his shoulder, and turned to the others: "Come, let us all wish Section Chief Tang great success in his new position!"

Tang Ye downed his drink in one gulp, and inadvertently caught a glimpse of Jiang Rou's reddened eyes.

A warmth rose in his heart; he had not expected that the usually stubborn and sharp-tongued young girl would reveal her true feelings at this moment.

Taking advantage of the others chatting, Jiang Rou walked up to Tang Ye with her juice, "Now that you're a Deputy County Magistrate, you won't ignore me in the future, right?"

Tang Ye was stunned for a moment, then laughed: "How could I! If you run into trouble in the future, just come find me. If you have any worries, you can also talk to your Auntie Du. But while I'm away, don't make your dad angry again. Your dad's health isn't good, and he needs to maintain a good state of mind."

Jiang Rou laughed through her tears and chided: "Still so naggy! My ears are getting calluses!"

……

The next morning, Tang Ye and Du Xi went to Xicheng International Automobile City.

Considering it would be more convenient to have a private car for commuting between Suiyuan County and the city, the two began to look carefully.

After some comparison, two models from Dazong and Bieke caught their eye.

Du Xi was more inclined to buy a Bora.

Tang Ye naturally respected Du Xi's decision.

However, the sales staff at the Dazong 4S dealership saw that Tang Ye and Du Xi were dressed casually and were quite cold in their attitude, appearing indifferent.

"That young couple turned back from the Bieke side? I reckon they don't have the purchasing power; you go deal with them."

"Fine, have to waste my breath again."

Tang Ye didn't mind, knowing these people were snobs, so he sat down to negotiate the price with the other party: "If the price can be discounted a bit more, I'll pay right now."

The sales staff looked troubled: "We've already given the bottom price, and even if you place an order now, you'll have to wait a while to pick up the car."

Tang Ye sighed to himself, suddenly remembering that Liu Yang had once said he was well-acquainted with the boss of the Qiongjin Dazong 4S dealership, so he immediately made the call.

He thought to himself, at worst, I just won't buy it from you.

The call connected, and Liu Yang's voice came through with a smile: "County Magistrate Tang, are you planning to go across cities to Qiongjin just to buy a car?"

Tang Ye laughed along: "I was just thinking that every little bit saved helps!"

Liu Yang agreed heartily: "Don't worry, let me ask for you."

Not long after, Liu Yang called back: "I've had my friend in Qiongjin contact the people here in Hanzhou."

Tang Ye thanked him repeatedly.

No sooner had he finished speaking than a middle-aged man in a suit and leather shoes walked quickly down from the second floor, his gaze lingering on Tang Ye: "May I ask if you are a friend of Secretary Liu? I am the General Manager of this store, my name is Ding Yuan."

Tang Ye nodded and got straight to the point: "We've taken a liking to the Bora; can the price be discounted further?"

Ding Yuan immediately put on a smiling face: "Of course! On top of the existing discount, we'll take off another five thousand yuan!"

The sales staff on the side looked at their boss in shock, only then realizing that the two people before them had extraordinary backgrounds.

Tang Ye immediately paid the full amount.

After they left, the middle-aged man sternly instructed his subordinates: "The follow-up service for this guest must be done to the extreme."

The sales staff couldn't help but ask in a low voice: "Manager Ding, what is this guy's background?"

Ding Yuan's tone carried a hint of emotion: "A connection made by the Provincial Governor's secretary—could it be simple?" After saying this, he muttered to himself, "Why do I always feel like this person looks a bit familiar..."

Returning to the VIP reception room, Ding Yuan asked enthusiastically: "Secretary Zhan, among the models you looked at, did you find one you liked?"

Zhan Shiqi's expression was indifferent, but he suddenly changed the subject: "What discount policy did you just give County Magistrate Tang?"

"County Magistrate Tang?" Ding Yuan was taken aback, his face full of confusion, his eyes filled with bewilderment.

Zhan Shiqi frowned, a trace of dissatisfaction flashing in his eyes: "The couple that just left—the man is named Tang Ye. He used to be my superior and was just transferred to Suiyuan County to serve as Deputy County Magistrate. The woman also has a significant background; she is the daughter of the Municipal Party Committee Secretary-General. I'm afraid the discount you gave them was even more generous than what you gave me? Judging people by their clothes—that's not very kind!"

Ding Yuan suddenly realized; no wonder he felt that man looked familiar just now!

When Jiang Jing came to the automobile city for an inspection, he had been responsible for the reception and had even had a brief conversation with Tang Ye.

But he really couldn't figure out why Tang Ye, who could clearly have made a greeting through the Municipal Government's connections, would choose to take the long way around and use a connection from the provincial level?

Ding Yuan couldn't help but sigh in his heart that this person was far too low-key!

Three days later, Tang Ye came to pick up the car, and Ding Yuan personally went up to greet him, his face full of smiles: "County Magistrate Tang, you are far too low-key! You came to our store to buy a car and didn't let a single word slip."

Tang Ye heard the subtext in the other party's words, clearly having figured out his background, but he only gave a faint smile: "It's just buying a family car, why make such a fuss?"

Ding Yuan's expression was solemn, his tone sincere: "The car price will follow the original price, and I'll throw in five years of free maintenance; it's already registered in the system. In addition, I've personally decided to gift you this fuel card."

Tang Ye praised Ding Yuan in his heart for knowing how to conduct himself, "How could I accept that?"

Ding Yuan said with a smile, "County Magistrate Tang, please don't be so formal. I didn't recognize you earlier. This is to apologize for the poor hospitality."

Tang Ye readily replied, "Fine, then I will accept it."

Tang Ye shook hands with Ding Yuan, then drove away.

Watching the car disappear into the distance, Ding Yuan let out a long sigh, turned his head, and sternly instructed the sales staff, "In the future, when receiving guests, you must never judge people by their appearance; pay more attention."

A salesperson couldn't help but mutter in a low voice, "General Manager Ding, are we supposed to ask everyone about their background and status?"

"He is the Deputy County Magistrate of Suiyuan County." Ding Yuan knew the salesperson was unconvinced, so he lowered his voice, his gaze meaningful, "His father-in-law is the Secretary-General of the Municipal Party Committee. You don't have to go out of your way to curry favor with such people, but you must never offend them."