Chapter 890

Instantly, all eyes gathered on Su Yang.

This is, with the media present, under all the spotlights, Vice Provincial Governor Huang showing such favoritism—this is what countless people dream of.

Su Yang felt quite nervous; the last time in Xiushui Xiang, Uncle Huang had given him his greatest support.

At that time, he indeed needed Uncle Huang's support.

But now most of the work has been smoothed out; if it continues like this, he might well be eyed by others.

Especially now he could feel several gazes filled with hidden hatred tightly enveloping his side.

But he couldn't refuse, so he steeled himself and got into Old Huang Comrade's car.

Zhaikai, the Transport Department chief, then stepped forward and greeted Guo Haiyan: "Secretary Guo, after Lieshan Xian went through the previous hardship, it has truly improved greatly. Especially your county's leadership, daring to think and act, other things our Transport Department cannot support, but the highway project, our Transport Department will certainly give full support."

Guo Haiyan, even though she is about to step down, still expressed gratitude for this support from Transport Department chief Zhaikai: "Thank you, Transport Department chief, Lieshan Xian's current development is entirely the result of Comrade Su Yang's individual effort; others cannot be said to have done nothing, but only that the effect has been minimal."

"Of course, Su Yang still has some say in the county for now, but come next year it may not be so. I still hope Transport Department chief Zhaikai will give more support; Lieshan Xian's momentum is strong, and if it develops, it will also drive the whole Jinzhou City."

"They're all old hands; the moment Zhaikai stepped forward to speak, Guo Haiyan already knew who his successor would be."

"Otherwise, how could a Provincial Transportation Department chief appear at today's signing ceremony? Moreover, none of the items being signed today have anything to do with the Transport Department."

"Then there is only one result: this Transport Department chief is his successor for that position."

"Moreover, Zhaikai actually hid nothing; he made it clear both in and between his words."

After getting in the car, Su Yang rubbed his head and said: "Uncle Huang, this great favor of yours is a bit much for me to bear; just now countless people wanted to kill me with envious eyes."

Huang Dacheng laughed heartily: "When did you become such a coward, still afraid of others' jealousy? As the saying goes, 'Not attracting envy is mediocrity.' Lieshan Xian's work relies on your sole support; as a leading official of the Provincial Government, my giving you some support is only reasonable."

"Of course, I'm looking for you today not to talk about your work in the county; even Comrade Guo Haiyan wouldn't necessarily inquire about such matters, and if I constantly interfered in your county's affairs, that would be excessive."

Su Yang said: "Thank you, Uncle Huang; just tell me what you need."

Huang Dacheng said: "Around New Year, you will be holding your wedding; then surely there will be superiors attending. Higher-ups are not like us; their thinking is not bound by formality—they might ask about your work situation, or your hobbies and future plans, and even more so ask your views on those personnel matters."

Yang suddenly realized and said: "Uncle Huang, you mean that at my wedding there will be higher-ups, and if they bring up related personnel issues at the right moment, I should recommend you?"

Huang Dacheng burst out laughing: "This old face of mine is pretty transparent to you; that's nothing—everyone hopes to advance, each person has their own strengths and weaknesses. But these are not problems in the eyes of leaders; they value ability more."

Although I had a doubt—shouldn't these matters be handled by the Huang family pulling strings? Even if Old Huang Comrade himself spoke up, he should go find Old Zhou; I'm just a small fry, you telling me this shows you truly think highly of me.

But at the same time I felt Old Huang Comrade couldn't be so naive; he must have his reasons for saying this.

He said: "Uncle Huang's ability is recognized by all our grassroots cadres; I've heard that his work in our province over the past six months has also been specially approved by the leadership. This is also what I heard from my dad; I'm not clear on the details."

Huang Dacheng said with a smile: "Kid, try not to cause trouble for your dad; he's actually entered a critical moment now. His work is truly recognized by the higher-ups, but at his level, the competitors are all outstanding members of the Young and Strong Faction."

"If this step is taken, then it's steady progress; if not, another wait of several years—even though your dad currently has some age advantage, I can't say what will happen in the next five years."

Su Yang was dumbfounded: "What's going on? My dad hasn't been in Jiangnan Province long, has he? And the secretary of Jiangnan Province still has over two years left in this term."

Huang Dacheng said: "There are things you don't understand; your dad couldn't possibly tell you. Provincial and ministerial-level cadres have a transfer each year, but roughly every five years there is a major reshuffle. Moreover, things don't always follow the rules; after the Two Sessions in March–April next year, the next round of personnel adjustments will likely be completed by the end of October."

"This time, many localities will be involved in the adjustments; if you don't make it up this time, waiting for the next major reshuffle normally takes five years, at fastest four years."

"Do you think that at the provincial and ministerial level one still has to slog through seniority? That's only for ordinary cadres; only a few favored by leadership rise quickly, and the higher you are at this moment, the faster you ascend."

"Changing posts every year or so is quite normal; it's just a matter of continuing southward, northward, or westward. Of course, the chance of going south is almost nonexistent, because that position will certainly not move this year."

"Forget it, I won't bother explaining these to you anyway—you wouldn't understand. Just remember to do your current work well; absolutely avoid causing any trouble."

"You've done well in all aspects of Lieshan Xian's work; from now on, you just need to maintain it. But absolutely do not stir up any disunity; leadership may tolerate this behavior once or twice, but if it happens again, it's hard to say."

Su Yang said: "I also want that, and I don't want to bear the infamy of being an officialdom killer, but some people are just dishonest; the key is, if Zhang Jiangbo takes office, he'll inevitably stir up some floods. If he really meddles in the current project, what should I do? Should I really ignore Lieshan Xian's development and the common people's interests, just turn a blind eye? Then I might as well not be an official."

Huang Dacheng said solemnly: "I've long known that Zhang Jiangbo is coming; his coming is partly due to your personal grudge, but mostly it's a test of you, not what you imagine would affect your dad."

"Of course, inevitably speaking, if your side, whether passively or actively, sees the entire team wiped out again, for your dad there may be no direct impact, but there would be indirect reputational fallout."

"But don't worry too much; with me in the province, he wouldn't dare act recklessly. If he's just pulling small tricks, you can get by, uphold principles—you don't have to fight to the bitter end, nor blush and clash swords; there are countless ways to resolve it, and I hope you understand."