Chapter 757: Reporter Han Seriously Injured and Hospitalized!

The screen displayed Zhang Lin's number.

Tang Ye hesitated for a few seconds before answering the call.

He had researched Zhang Lin's background...

Zhang Lin was three years older than him, and his father-in-law was a leader in the province.

From a long-term perspective, maintaining a good relationship with Zhang Lin was not a bad thing for him.

"County Magistrate Zhang, hello!"

"County Magistrate Tang, are you free tonight? Let's get together."

Tang Ye said with a hint of regret: "I'm truly sorry, I have an appointment with a friend from Yanzhou tonight, how about next time? I'll host."

"What a pity, let's find another opportunity next time then." Zhang Lin's tone was somewhat disappointed.

Tang Ye held no hostility toward Zhang Lin.

Although this cadre exchange adopted an Elimination System for Lowest Rankers, everyone knew in their hearts that the so-called "elimination" was a means of motivation.

As long as one did their job well, they would eventually receive a promotion.

He and Zhang Lin were in a competitive relationship, but his own political achievements were currently far ahead.

Added to this was the fact that the 50 million in municipal financial support was now in place.

His advantage would only become more obvious from here on out.

Zhang Lin was just having a bit of bad luck!

He had run into him, the king of overachievers!

The linked resources between Hanzhou and Yanzhou were now in his hands.

Zhang Lin had already lost the qualifications to compete with him!

However, the fact that Zhang Lin could take the initiative to show goodwill toward him showed that this person had a decent character!

After hanging up on Tang Ye, Zhang Lin felt quite disappointed.

He had lowered his pride to take the initiative to show goodwill and extend an olive branch.

But Tang Ye had not accepted the gesture.

When facing excellent people, one always unconsciously wants to get close to them.

Once rejected, one's mindset easily becomes twisted.

Recalling back when Tang Ye was first assigned to Dayu County.

He and others had mocked him for having bad luck, believing he had been assigned to a place with no potential for development.

They had even privately concluded that Tang Ye was definitely a bottom-tier performer.

Later, when news spread about the "Elimination System for Lowest Rankers," that was also a rule specifically tailored by Minister He for Tang Ye.

He Haiyang wanted to use this to pressure Tang Ye and even have him removed.

The grudge between He Haiyang and Tang Ye was no secret within the circle.

Tang Ye's father-in-law, Du Chengfeng, had sent He Haiyang's brother-in-law to prison, thus forging a deadly feud.

He Haiyang was, after all, a Deputy Minister of the Organization Department; offending such a key figure was dangerous.

Even though Tang Ye seemed to be doing well now, he could still step on a landmine at any time in the future!

Zhang Lin's eyes suddenly lit up.

He slapped his thigh hard.

He could seek support from Minister He!

Zhang Lin dialed He Haiyang's number.

He Haiyang was currently shopping at a supermarket with his wife, Shen Minghan.

He Haiyang took the phone, walked to a corner, and asked softly, "Xiao Zhang, is something the matter?"

"Minister He, I have something to report to you. I just received news that Yanzhou will provide 50 million in funding support to Dayu County."

Upon hearing this, a look of surprise appeared in He Haiyang's eyes, "Is this news true?"

Zhang Lin sighed, "It's absolutely certain. Minister He, I have been acting according to your requirements, competing properly with Tang Ye, but Yanzhou's favoritism toward Tang Ye is so obvious, I'm truly struggling."

He Haiyang understood Zhang Lin's intent.

He had come to him to complain about his plight.

"Don't be anxious. Just keep working hard, there will definitely be an opportunity."

Seeing He Haiyang finish his call with a gloomy expression, Shen Minghan asked softly, "Husband, is there some urgent matter?"

"I just received news that Dayu County, where Tang Ye is stationed, has received 50 million in funding support from Yanzhou."

Shen Minghan knew that Tang Ye had appeared in briefings many times before; at this moment, hearing that Tang Ye had achieved results again, she couldn't help but feel both jealous and anxious.

"Haiyang, Tang Ye was an accomplice in Mingcheng's downfall. You must find a way; you can't let him have such an easy time in Dayu County!"

He Haiyang said in a deep voice, "His luck is too good. Minister Cheng appreciates him immensely. Now that his momentum has picked up, Shaan Province has already started promoting him as a model. It's too difficult to suppress his upward momentum!"

Shen Minghan said with red eyes, "You must think of a way. I cannot swallow this resentment!"

He Haiyang took the shopping cart and comforted her, "I won't let him stay this smooth-sailing forever.

I will definitely make Du Chengfeng pay the price!"

For He Haiyang, if he couldn't even suppress a Deputy Division Level official, it would become a joke if word got out!

This concerned his own dignity!

Tang Ye refusing Zhang Lin's invitation wasn't intentional, either.

He really had made plans with someone long ago.

Moreover, the other party was a friend he had always wanted to meet and chat with.

After finishing the matters at hand, Tang Ye walked out of the hotel and, following the agreed-upon location, took a taxi to a long-established restaurant.

Reporter Meng Haibo of the Yanzhou Evening News had already booked a private room in advance and was currently standing downstairs at the restaurant waiting for him.

"County Magistrate Tang, long time no see!" Meng Haibo had an easygoing personality; the moment he saw Tang Ye, he enthusiastically walked up and gave him a bear hug.

Tang Ye smiled and patted Meng Haibo on the back, joking, "You seem to have lost weight again recently."

Meng Haibo waved his hand helplessly, his tone carrying a hint of emotion: "Don't mention it. My health hasn't been very good lately, and I was even seriously ill a while ago; losing weight was unavoidable."

Upon hearing this, Tang Ye's eyes immediately revealed his habitual look of concern, and he earnestly urged, "Then you must take good care of your health. No matter how busy work is, you cannot neglect your well-being; your body is the foundation."

The two walked into the private room.

Meng Haibo had already ordered the dishes and instructed the waiter to serve them.

"What would you like to drink?"

"Let's not drink alcohol today; let's have some soft drinks!"

Meng Haibo's tolerance for alcohol was poor, and his health was not very good, so he also wanted to have a quiet meal with his friend.

"Fine. Waiter, bring two bottles of Arctic Ocean."

The taste of Arctic Ocean soda was similar to Fanta and was rarely seen in Huainan; Tang Ye remembered that he had particularly loved drinking Jianlibao back then.

Tang Ye and Meng Haibo ate and chatted, and the topic turned to Han Jing.

Meng Haibo put down his chopsticks, a complex look appearing in his eyes.

"Little Han resigned a few weeks ago!"

"Resigned?" Tang Ye frowned, "Why?"

Meng Haibo said in a low voice, "Little Han's boyfriend forced her to resign. The profession of a reporter is indeed quite arduous. Her boyfriend comes from a well-off family and is urging them to get married quickly, wanting Little Han to be a full-time housewife after marriage."

Tang Ye said with regret, "Han Jing's writing is good, and her articles have an infectious quality; it's a real pity she isn't a reporter anymore."

Tang Ye could tell that Meng Haibo had feelings for Han Jing.

Therefore, Han Jing's resignation had been a significant blow to him.

Halfway through the meal.

Meng Haibo's mobile phone vibrated.

He took a look; it was a text message.

After reading it, he stood up abruptly!

"County Magistrate Tang, I must excuse myself; I need to rush to the hospital immediately."

Tang Ye was puzzled.

"Did something happen?"

"Little Han's younger sister sent me a message; her sister is hospitalized with serious injuries!"

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