Chapter 422: Lin Heng is actually an undercover agent!

"Plan for the long term?" Nie Kai sneered, "If things go on like this, Suiyuan will be completely infiltrated by these outsiders."

Gao Hong stood up and pressed down on Nie Kai's shoulder.

"This involves a philosophical proposition. Is it easier for people to change the environment, or for the environment to change people?"

Nie Kai looked at Gao Hong with a complex expression, "What does that mean?"

Gao Hong said indifferently, "We have worked in Suiyuan for many years and established an unbreakable foundation. Many people come here, find it hard to adapt, and leave in a hurry after working for only a short time. Others, however, quickly integrate into the environment after arriving and become one of us."

Nie Kai looked at Gao Hong in surprise, "Are you saying we should develop Tang Ye into one of our own?"

Gao Hong smiled slightly, "We must learn to boil the frog in warm water, slowly changing his way of thinking, letting him know that if he becomes the same kind of person as us, everything he does will go very smoothly. They want fame and fortune, we help them obtain it; they want political achievements, we actively cooperate. Once they cannot do without us, and even willingly cover for us, the plan will have succeeded, and we will be in an invincible position."

Nie Kai was silent for a long time, then sighed with emotion, "I used to have opinions about you, thinking you lacked boldness in doing things. Now that I think about it carefully, you consider problems very thoroughly."

Gao Hong patted Nie Kai's shoulder, "The times are changing, and we must take a long-term view. Whether it is Han Guangyao, Cheng Lin, or even Tang Ye, they all treat Suiyuan as nothing more than a stepping stone. As long as we hold on and no problems arise, Suiyuan will ultimately still be our world. The political achievements they are currently obtaining will, in the end, still be making wedding clothes for us."

Nie Kai realized what was happening!

Why did Gao Hong say so much to him today!

He wanted to persuade him to change his strategy and keep his camp aligned with his own.

"We have worked together for many years, and although we have had many disagreements, on key issues, I will absolutely not hold you back," Nie Kai said with a solemn vow.

Gao Hong smiled at Nie Kai, "Regarding the use of these sixty million in funds, you can be a bit more assured and bold."

Nie Kai understood Gao Hong's meaning.

"I will communicate with the County Finance Bureau regarding this funding. Of course, the first step is still to create momentum; we must let the outside world know that this money has to be spent!"

After Nie Kai left, Gao Hong called for Zhao Bin.

"How have the arrangements for the matter gone?"

Zhao Bin said in a low voice, "Huang Bingwen has arranged for a woman to live across from where Tang Ye stays. That woman is a fresh college graduate. However, Tang Ye is relatively cautious; this kind of thing cannot be rushed and must be developed slowly."

Gao Hong quickly reacted, "Is it the girl named Xiaoling? I met her at a dinner party; she is indeed very beautiful."

Zhao Bin said with a smile, "So County Magistrate Gao has a deep impression of her. Should I tell Old Huang..."

Gao Hong waved his hand, "Back then, in order to make Lü Bu serve him wholeheartedly as his foster son, Dong Zhuo was able to bear the pain of parting with a beauty like Diaochan. Although I don't have Dong Zhuo's power, I still have that much breadth of mind; I won't go fighting with others over a woman."

Zhao Bin nodded and said, "County Magistrate Gao truly has vision. By the way, I have looked into Tang Ye. He is a second-generation rich kid; his mother is a major shareholder in a company with an estimated annual income of one million, and his father is a business Vice President at the Municipal Hospital and also an Expert in Neurosurgery. That is why he appeared so calm during that mahjong game."

Gao Hong said calmly, "Tang Ye has already passed the test of greed for money; I don't know if he can pass the test of lust! People, after all, always have weaknesses! Ninety percent of men lose on the test of romance."

"By the way, during this recent period, have Huang Bingwen go to the city to run some errands. The Government previously carried out the Village-to-Village Project and owes him quite a bit in construction payments. Now that there is funding coming down from the city, he needs to hurry and get that money in hand."

Zhao Bin instantly understood Gao Hong's meaning.

"I will call Old Huang in a moment. I'll have him go run around the Municipal Government more these next few days!"

Gao Hong smiled with satisfaction, "I must admit, Tang Ye still has ability. These sixty million in funds have temporarily solved our urgent needs. Talents like him should be put to good use. He has a vigorous drive for advancement; we should make good use of this energy and borrow the momentum to act."

Zhao Bin said in a deep voice, "Nie Kai seems unable to figure this point out!"

A rational smile appeared on the corner of Gao Hong's mouth, "Nie Kai knows his position is in jeopardy. When people reach adversity, they inevitably struggle to survive, so they act in extreme ways."

"Besides, people's growth and climbing require opponents and stepping stones. If we don't let Nie Kai become Tang Ye's opponent, we might end up becoming his whetstone instead."

Zhao Bin was impressed by Gao Hong's words to the point of prostration.

What is called 'devising strategies within a command tent'?

A true chess player never enters the board.

Just like in a world war, the Americans made a fortune selling arms, constantly utilizing the situation to maximize their own interests.

As long as one doesn't enter the board, all the chess pieces will become tools for one's own gain.

In Gao Hong's eyes, Tang Ye and Nie Kai were both his chess pieces.

As for Cheng Lin, she was not his opponent either.

His opponent was Han Guangyao.

After Tang Ye returned to his office, a grave look appeared in his eyes.

He didn't expect that Nie Kai and Gao Hong planned to misappropriate the sixty million intended for building roads and bridges for other purposes!

It appeared to be for paying the wages of Government personnel, a high-sounding excuse.

But, in reality, this was skirting the edge of the rules.

Why were the wages of Government personnel being delayed?

Where had the wages been misappropriated to!

These were all things that needed to be investigated.

Although Tang Ye was a Standing Committee Member, he had no way to change the status quo because the Government's most important financial power was concentrated in the hands of Nie Kai and Gao Hong.

This was like in a fantasy novel where he had to go clear a dungeon, but his teammates were at odds with him, and the key was that the teammates were the commander and vice-commander of the dungeon.

Tang Ye rubbed his chin, pondering how to respond next.

The door was knocked, and Lin Heng walked in, holding a water kettle, "County Magistrate Tang, let me brew some fresh tea for you."

Tang Ye nodded, "Has your girlfriend's job been arranged?"

A look of gratitude flashed in Lin Heng's eyes, "She has already reported to the new school. She told me she wants to find an opportunity to treat you to a meal to express her special thanks."

Tang Ye waved his hand, "Forget the meal, there's no need to be so polite."

Lin Heng seemed to struggle internally, then said in a low voice, "County Magistrate Tang, there is something I must confess to you."

Tang Ye put down the fountain pen in his hand and clasped his hands together, "Speak!"

Lin Heng lowered his head in shame, "After I became your Liaison Officer, Director Zhao often called me to his office, and he would ask me about your situation. I guarantee to you that I have never leaked any important information. However, I want to remind you that Director Zhao's attitude toward you is not as simple as it appears on the surface."

Tang Ye stood up, walked to Lin Heng's side, and patted him on the shoulder, "Xiao Lin, I feel very gratified that you can tell me these things today. I have it in mind. In the future, whatever Director Zhao asks you, you should continue to handle it as you always have."

Lin Heng had originally thought Tang Ye would be repulsed by his actions.

He didn't expect that Tang Ye seemed to have anticipated this point long ago.

"County Magistrate Tang, my heart has been struggling for some time. You are a capable leader with great resolve, and I have always felt very guilty."

Tang Ye smiled slightly, "That you can be honest with me today is the greatest recognition for me. I trust you!"