Chapter 599

Su Yang said: "Grandfather, regarding this matter, I am serious. After thinking about it, I originally wanted to have a good talk with Ruo Han, fully listen to Ruo Han's opinion, after all, in the future, whatever we do won't be just me alone."

"I am also someone who is about to have a family; I cannot just follow my own temperament."

"But I haven't had the chance yet; Uncle Huang's side already called me to discuss this matter. According to Uncle Huang, the situation in Lieshan Xian is already very serious, and his own pressure is also relatively great. Among the province's young cadres, either they are unwilling to take this risk, or they are unreliable and cannot be trusted."

"Whether it is out of responsibility to the local common people or to help Uncle Huang share the burden, I should go."

"More importantly, as a party cadre, one should not fear difficulties but should rise to meet them. If everyone only knows to go to places with good conditions, no difficulties, and easy political achievements, then for a place like Lieshan Xian, should we abandon it? Should we just let those social tumors continue to oppress the common people?"

Zhou Ruohan originally had some small complaints about Su Yang making this decision on his own—after all, they are now a small family, and Su Yang's every move affects his future in every way, so Su Yang making a decision on his own is definitely selfish.

Although she does not want to interfere with Su Yang's decision, and she does not want Su Yang to become a timid turtle like other cadres, lacking courage and determination, she even more does not want Su Yang to suffer any mishap.

Upon hearing Su Yang's words, she was actually quite happy, after all, Su Yang still had her in his heart, he just hadn't had a chance to communicate with her. Moreover, this kind of patriotic and people‑loving talk, putting the common people in his heart, he had said before; although it's just lofty rhetoric, saying it to him is useless—if one really wants to say such things, they should say them to those old folks.

Indeed, the old man listened and was also very pleased: 'Good! I just like this kind of youngster who has courage and determination. Those who cry and shout about not wanting to go—if placed on the battlefield, they would be deserters; any soldier under my command would have been killed early. What else can such people do besides being greedy for life and afraid of death?'

"As for Ruo Han's side, I think you should fully support Su Yang. If even the younger generation of our revolutionary family is unwilling to take a post in such a perilous place, what will others think?"

"Among our Zhou family, Zhou Tong has already gone to the troops, and his temperament is also unsuitable for local development; your uncles have all reached their limits, your father's side still has hope, but his environment is not optimistic either, and those competing with him are all highly capable young cadres."

"So Su Yang, if you do well, it will actually also help your father‑in‑law's side; maybe he will benefit from your reflected glory."

"Regarding the situation in Lieshan Xian, I have also heard a few things. That so‑called winery boss, if placed in the past, would be an outright bandit who believes might makes right—dragging him out and shooting him would not be excessive."

He actually relied on having a little money in his hand, at first he won over and corrupted several cadres, and later he actually tried to interfere with personnel appointments in our Cultivation Organization. Who on earth gave him the courage? If this kind of person is not dealt with in time, what kind of disaster would it bring to the local Common People?

So you not only have to go, but you have to go as soon as possible, and early on eradicate this kind of tumor. Of course, someone who can be arrogant to this extent must have something up his sleeve.

After you go, on one hand you should boldly take charge and act, don't let all kinds of red tape tie you up, and don't, just because some leaders above who back him put pressure on you, worry about saving their face. For this kind of bastard, no matter who he gets to speak for him, it won't work; you just go down and get the job done.

But I still need to remind you of one thing: unite as many comrades as possible; it's impossible that every member of this team is a corrupt worm. There will always be a few whose original intentions are still good, and you should try to win them over as much as you can.

Because you are no longer a township-level cadre but have entered the County Standing Committee team, if no one supports you, you might even find yourself unable to move an inch. Even if what you say and do is right, others will turn a deaf ear, and may even treat it as a joke.

If your level were a bit higher, at the prefecture-city level, perhaps we still have someone who could help you, but at your level there is also no direct resource we can provide. You can only fight alone, but rest assured, I will keep an eye on you and on Lieshan Xian. As long as those bastards dare to cause trouble, I will definitely make them regret it.

The old man's words were spoken with righteous vigor, and Su Yang's knot in his heart was also greatly encouraged. If he were a pure grassroots person, perhaps he wouldn't push himself to do so many things, but now, after all, he does have a backing. With such a tremendous support that many people dare not even dream of, what dragon's pool and tiger's den would he not dare to enter?

Grandfather, rest assured, I will definitely uproot this tumor in Lieshan Xian, and I will surely return a clear blue sky to the local Common People. I will also follow your spirit and try to unite as many comrades as can be united." Su Yang immediately stood up and said solemnly.

The old man nodded his head in satisfaction, and he took a growing liking to Su Yang.

Alright, alright, you two never stop talking about work. This is at home, and you are already a retired old man—what's the point of saying all this? Little Su, you came to my house and haven't even had a sip of water, yet you keep asking questions without end." Grandma said, personally pouring Su Yang a cup of tea, and then looked at him with an extremely loving gaze.

Since you've decided to take a post in that Lieshan Xian, then go there and work hard, striving to achieve something. Although you are already quite outstanding, those children born with a golden spoon in their mouths have already reached the Division-level at your age, and some have even attained the Vice Bureau-level. Ruo Han is a girl; she won't get far in an official career, so in the future the face of our family will have to be upheld by you—I have confidence in you.

Although Grandma's words had a teasing tone, they were actually not far off. If Su Yang were compared to those princesses and young masters born with a golden spoon in their mouths, he would still be far behind.

This trip to Lieshan Xian is both a challenge and a great opportunity. In others' eyes, it is an extremely difficult choice—only someone with a messed-up brain would go to such a place. But for Su Yang, it is actually a massive experience dungeon; even if the Cultivation Organization doesn't assign him, he will still rush to go.

After leaving his grandfather's house having finished their meal, Zhou Ruohan pulled Su Yang to go see their own house, and along the way her praise for Su Yang never ceased: 'I say, your eloquence is really impressive! You speak in a well-organized way. My grandfather usually rarely acknowledges juniors, but you are the first.'

Hey, by the way, did you forget something? You were just busy showing off there.