Chapter 529: One Step Closer to the Dream!

Wan Ming woke up bleary-eyed and saw the wall clock pointing to nine in the morning, so he hurriedly got up to wash.

He had to go to the Municipal Party Committee today to report his work to Du Chengfeng; being late would not be good.

After washing up, Wan Ming opened his phone and realized it was only six in the morning. Looking at the wall clock again, he realized it had stopped at some point. He smiled bitterly to himself: he was still too excited.

Wan Ming took a shower, ate, and then drove toward the Municipal Party Committee.

He arrived at the Municipal Party Committee at only seven-thirty, waited until seven-fifty-five to go upstairs, and knocked on the door of Du Chengfeng's office.

Seeing that Wan Ming had arrived so early, Du Chengfeng teased, "Comrade Wan Ming, your sense of time is very strong!"

Wan Ming smiled and explained, "Secretary-General. If you have other matters to handle, please feel free to attend to them first."

Du Chengfeng reached out and tapped the desk: "Where are the materials?"

Wan Ming hurriedly placed the materials respectfully at Du Chengfeng's side.

Du Chengfeng gathered Wan Ming's materials together with another set of documents.

Wan Ming had sharp eyes and saw that the photo on that set of materials was of Wu Yang.

He felt a shock in his heart: Could it be that Du Chengfeng also wanted to recommend Wu Yang?

"Wait here for a moment; I am going to report to Secretary Zhou. If nothing goes wrong, Secretary Zhou will chat with you for a bit, so be prepared," Du Chengfeng reminded him.

Wan Ming's spirits were lifted.

Being able to report work to the Municipal Party Secretary alone was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

After Du Chengfeng entered Secretary Zhou's office to announce him, he returned and beckoned to Wan Ming: "Let's go, let's go see Secretary Zhou."

Wan Ming followed behind Du Chengfeng and saw Zhou Chengwu leaning back in his executive chair, flipping through his personal resume.

Zhou Chengwu nodded at him: "Comrade Wan Ming, please sit."

When Wan Ming sat down, he only perched on the edge of the seat, his upper body straight, feeling sweat constantly breaking out on his back.

Zhou Chengwu had long since had an understanding of Wan Ming.

At this moment, he observed him at close range.

His build was not tall, but exceptionally sturdy; his skin was dark, and his features revealed a sense of heroic spirit.

With two thick eyebrows on a broad forehead, he looked like a man of firm resolve at first glance.

He made enemies fearful and partners feel at ease.

Zhou Chengwu nodded his chin slightly: "You have solved many major cases since arriving in Suiyuan. The organization intends to let you take on more responsibility and serve as Deputy County Magistrate concurrently as County Public Security Bureau Chief. Do you have any opinions?"

Wan Ming stood up immediately, his voice resonant: "I obey the organization's arrangements!"

Zhou Chengwu laughed out loud: "We are having a private conversation today, so relax a little."

Wan Ming sat down slowly: "Understood."

Zhou Chengwu continued: "With your new status, you must have a higher level of awareness and better cooperate with Comrade Tang Ye to push work forward."

Hearing Tang Ye's name, Wan Ming felt a shock in his heart, realizing that as expected, it was Tang Ye who had pulled the strings behind the scenes.

"I will definitely devote myself heart and soul to my work, and single-mindedly maintain the safety and order of Suiyuan; I will never fail the organization's trust!"

Zhou Chengwu added: "You must not only be responsible to the organization, but even more so to the hundreds of thousands of common people. Now that Suiyuan's economy is active, the country has key bases settling here, and the province also has several key projects landing here. Future work will be very complex and will require a good social atmosphere and business environment."

Wan Ming understood that Zhou Chengwu calling him in for a talk was not just about assigning work, but also emphasizing that he should follow Tang Ye's lead and act as a guardian for economic development.

He sighed inwardly: The decision to keep his camp aligned with Tang Ye's from the beginning was truly the right one.

Tang Ye was never a selfish person.

When he held resources in his hands, he would unselfishly share them with those around him.

Driving away from the Municipal Committee Compound, Wan Ming parked his car on the side of the road and couldn't wait to dial Tang Ye's number.

"County Magistrate Tang, I just came out of the Municipal Committee Compound; I really thank you so much."

Tang Ye knew that Wan Ming was referring to his efforts in helping him resolve the Deputy Division Chief issue.

"Old Wan, congratulations; you are one step closer to your dream."

Wan Ming was filled with emotion: "Secretary Zhou's requirements are very clear: he wants me to cooperate well with you."

Tang Ye said with a smile: "My work cannot do without your support; you must not fail Secretary Zhou's great trust in you!"

Hanging up the phone with Wan Ming, Tang Ye breathed a sigh of relief.

Many people were eyeing the County Party Standing Committee seat for Wu Yang, but as for this Deputy County Magistrate position for Wan Ming, no one would snatch it—because this position was a natural progression.

Regardless, after this storm, he was definitely the biggest winner:

First, he pulled Han Haoyang back from the edge of the cliff and regained Han Guangyao's trust;

Second, he brought Nie Kai to justice and took his place, becoming the fifth-ranked member of the Standing Committee;

Furthermore, he helped Wan Ming resolve his Deputy Division Level status, making their relationship even closer;

Moreover, he successfully took revenge on Xu Zongchao, settling the score for being injured several times;

Finally, through this series of measures, he proved his own ability, and the team with him as the core had taken shape.

A knock on the door sounded, and Tang Ye looked up.

A pretty urban lady appeared before him.

He smiled and said, "President Gu, please sit!"

Gu Jing sat on the sofa, took the teacup Tang Ye handed over, and asked with a smile, "I heard you are getting promoted again?"

Tang Ye smiled modestly and changed the subject, "I have two things to discuss with you by coming here this time."

Gu Jing brushed her hair, "Please go ahead."

Tang Ye said softly, "The first thing is that the County Garden Bureau has had some adjustments. Chen Chu has already been investigated, and many previous projects need to have their construction units replaced. President Gu can try bidding; I have a lot of confidence in you."

Gu Jing's eyes lit up, "Thank you for giving me this opportunity."

Tang Ye waved his hand and laughed, "Don't be in such a hurry to thank me; there is a second thing."

Although Suiyuan County has a decent economic momentum, there are still some backward villages; I hope President Gu can help by using investment to alleviate poverty, and help Xiaoguo Village solve its development problems.

As far as I know, you intend to select a site in Suiyuan to build a planting base. Although Xiaoguo Village's location is a bit remote, it has land and labor; as long as you are willing to invest in building a planting base there, I promise that I will definitely give you many policy supports."

Gu Jing thought for a moment and then readily agreed, "This idea is good, I trust your judgment!"

Trust between people is established and cultivated through experiencing difficulties together.

From Gu Jing's perspective, Tang Ye has been accompanying her through difficult times.

For example, when her family was initially threatened with their lives, Tang Ye helped turn danger into safety.

And for example, after entering Suiyuan, Tang Ye helped her fight for projects.

In Gu Jing's view, Tang Ye has always been silently helping her.

Even, sometimes Gu Jing would overthink, is Tang Ye helping her just to fulfill his promise to Gao Ping?

Or perhaps Tang Ye has different feelings for her.

Tang Ye made a phone call, and after hanging up, he said to Gu Jing with a smile, "Please stay for lunch at noon."

Gu Jing walked out of her complicated thoughts and agreed with a smile, "Okay, how about I book a restaurant?"

Tang Ye said with a smile, "I'll arrange it! The small canteen of the County Government might not taste as good as a big restaurant, but the ingredients are absolutely fresh, clean, hygienic, and healthy!"