Chapter 1974

Yu Xun's attitude satisfied Su Xinghui. He was neither overjoyed by the promotion nor fearful of the difficulty. He was a very steady person. Su Xinghui nodded, "Alright, go back and prepare."

Just like that, Yu Xun became the director of the Yanglan Lake Nature Reserve Management Office. The former director, Fang Yushan, was transferred to be a deputy farm manager at the Yanglan Lake Farm due to poor performance. The farm was a deputy-county-level setup; his rank didn't change, but he became a farm cadre, and since the farm was currently struggling, it was effectively a demotion.

No one had any objections to this appointment. Fang Yushan had indeed performed poorly regarding wildlife protection and bore inescapable responsibility for the rampant hunting in Chongjin County. Yu Xun had performed excellently, so no one could say anything about his succession.

Moreover, the position wasn't a popular one, so no one competed for it, and Yuan Yifu went along with Su Xinghui's proposal.

Besides Yu Xun, Su Xinghui discovered several other talents. One was Lu Yecheng, deputy captain of the Public Security Bureau's security brigade, whom he discovered by chance.

It was a Sunday. Su Xinghui was on the street buying things for his son when he noticed a plainclothes officer anti-pickpocketing. After waiting for the thief to succeed, the officer moved in, grabbing the thief's wrist like an iron clamp and cleanly handcuffing him.

This person interested Su Xinghui. He followed the officer to the Public Security Bureau and learned he was Lu Yecheng, deputy captain of the security brigade.

Lu Yecheng was in his thirties, a veteran, and had worked in the bureau for over ten years. His work ability and professional level were impeccable, especially in anti-pickpocketing. He had caught countless thieves, but despite his years of service, he remained a deputy captain due to his personality.

He was stubborn, didn't know how to flatter leaders, and wasn't favored by them. Despite his many contributions, he couldn't get promoted and remained on the front lines, often getting injured while catching thieves.

After discovering Lu Yecheng, Su Xinghui found an opportunity to mention his name to Gao Tongguang, saying Lu Yecheng was quite good at anti-pickpocketing.

Gao Tongguang understood immediately and said the comrade was indeed good, and that he was planning to promote him when the opportunity arose.

Although Gao Tongguang said this, he did need to wait for an opportunity, usually until the beginning of the year. But since he had promised Su Xinghui, he likely wouldn't go back on his word.

During this time, Gao Tongguang stayed close to Su Xinghui, often finding opportunities to discuss work. Su Xinghui knew his intentions. He didn't care for Gao Tongguang, finding him too utilitarian and overly purposeful, which he felt wasn't suitable for police work.

However, cooperating with Gao Tongguang for now was beneficial for both sides, and it was unrealistic to replace everyone he disliked.

Su Xinghui was certainly willing to use Gao Tongguang to promote Lu Yecheng.

Su Xinghui also found a few others, such as Jiang Zhiqing, deputy director of the Environmental Protection Bureau; Ma Chaoran, deputy director of the Civil Affairs Bureau; and Zhao Siqi, deputy secretary of Songfeng Township. Their education and abilities were quite good, but they hadn't been valued. Su Xinghui planned to observe them longer before promoting them to more important positions.

These days of discovery satisfied Su Xinghui. It seemed Chongjin County wasn't lacking in talent; they just hadn't been placed in the right positions.

Everything in Chongjin County was developing in a positive direction, which greatly gratified Su Xinghui.

On a Friday afternoon, an unexpected guest came to see Su Xinghui: Xia Zhu, accompanied by Feng Yuandong, the son of Feng Quanjie, owner of the Quanjie Pharmaceutical Factory.

Xia Zhu's arrival surprised and delighted Su Xinghui. Although he couldn't accept her romantic feelings, he had always viewed her as a friend. Having not seen her in years, he was naturally happy.

He received them in his office. Looking at Feng Yuandong and then Xia Zhu, he joked, "Why are you two together? Are you getting married?"

Xia Zhu said gracefully, "We got married last month."

The Xia Zhu of today was a different person from the one Su Xinghui first met. She was still beautiful, but her temperament had undergone a earth-shaking change.

She had become a master of bamboo weaving art, winning the honor in a selection this year, fulfilling Song Qiaoli's prophecy.

Her bamboo weaving paintings could now sell for thousands or tens of thousands. She was not only artistically accomplished but also managed the Yezhugou Bamboo Weaving Factory successfully, with their products selling well at home and abroad.

Success in her career made Xia Zhu very confident, and confidence was the greatest charm.

Su Xinghui said happily, "You two really got married?"

Xia Zhu nodded, "Yes, he was so persistent that no one else dared to pursue me, so I had no choice but to marry him!"

Feng Yuandong chuckled.

Su Xinghui felt gratified. The old Xia Zhu would never have made such a joke. Her ability to do so proved her growth and that she had moved past her previous feelings.

Su Xinghui said, "You got married and didn't invite me to the wedding?"

Xia Zhu said, "You were too busy with work, so we didn't invite you."

Su Xinghui said, "You should have told me earlier; I could have painted you a picture as a wedding gift!"

Xia Zhu said, "Just having the thought is enough. We haven't sent a gift for your son's birth yet."

Feng Yuandong said, "Exactly, Xinghui, let's not stand on ceremony between us."

Su Xinghui said, "Then you must stay and have a good time in Chongjin County."

Feng Yuandong said, "We'll be staying for a while this time. Our Quanjie Pharmaceutical wants to invest and build a factory in Chongjin County."

Su Xinghui said happily, "Really? That's great! Welcome, welcome!"

Quanjie Pharmaceutical mainly produced processed Chinese medicinal herbs and patent medicines. Their production scale at Menghuling was saturated, and they needed to expand. Given their relationship with Su Xinghui, they naturally thought of building a factory where he was in charge.

Jiangyou Province had rivers, lakes, and mountains, making it a treasure trove for Chinese medicinal herbs, making it a very suitable place for a factory.

Xia Zhu said, "Besides his factory, I have something else to tell you."

Su Xinghui said, "What is it? Go ahead!"

Xia Zhu said, "My younger brother graduates from college next year, and I want him to work under you."

Su Xinghui was startled, "You want him to work under me? Why?"

Xia Zhu said, "It's his own idea. You helped our family so much; if it weren't for you, we don't know what our lives would be like, let alone him going to college. He applied to Jiangcheng University, studied the same major as you, and said he wanted to repay you after graduation, so he wants to follow you." ===== CHAPTER 1976 =====