Great Doctor Without Borders

Chapter 1227 Mutual Routines

Everyone invited him to sit in the first seat. Deputy Director Zhong Mingyan sat on Zhang Song's left. Zhang Song asked Xu Chunliang to sit on his right. After sitting down, he smiled and said, "Don't be restrained or have any concerns. I paid for this meal tonight. I just invited everyone here to have a simple gathering. There is no political purpose."

Everyone laughed, and Zhong Mingyan said, "Thank you, Secretary Zhang."

Zhang Shunda asked someone to bring in the wine. Everyone noticed that the wine being used tonight was Feitian Moutai. Zhang Song was stunned for a moment. This box of wine was not brought by him. When he first took office, excessive ostentation was a taboo.

Zhang Shunda explained: "The wine was just sponsored by Director Xu."

Zhang Song glanced at Xu Chunliang and said angrily, "Xiao Xu, I'm the one treating you, how can I let you get the wine?"

Xu Chunliang smiled and said, "You treat me to a meal and I treat you to a drink. We are so close, so don't be polite to me."

Everyone at the scene looked at Zhang Song. Xu Chunliang had done something impressive. He had brought up a box of Moutai so blatantly. It might not have been a big deal in the past, but now was a sensitive period after all. If this kind of thing got out, it might become news again. Of course, this also sent a clear signal that the two of them must have a good personal relationship.

If Zhang Song insisted on not using it, it would be equivalent to publicly rejecting Xu Chunliang's kindness. It is reasonable for a new official to set an example. If Zhang Song used it, it means that he and Xu Chunliang have a very special relationship. Leaders don't accept gifts from everyone, especially in such public occasions. It is always the case that you will be soft-hearted if you are accepted by others.

He found that Xu Chunliang was a very capable guy. He pulled him into the game, and he used an open strategy to trick him.

Zhang Song nodded and said, "Since you are so kind, let me try it."

Xu Chunliang took the initiative to help open the wine and pour it. When he poured wine for Zhang Song, Zhang Song looked at him with a smile and said, "Xiao Xu and I used to drink together often."

Everyone understood the message he wanted to convey, which was to emphasize that his relationship with Xu Chunliang was special.

Zhang Shunda said: "Director Xu has a good alcohol tolerance."

Xu Chunliang said with a smile: "Director Zhang, please don't flatter me. We are both about the same in terms of drinking capacity. I win because I am young."

Geng Qingsong laughed along but didn't say anything. Qin Yujiao was his sister-in-law. Something had happened to his sister-in-law these past two days, and his wife Qin Yuting reminded him to be humble. That was why he hadn't planned to come at first, but later he got the news that Zhang Song had officially taken over as the director of the Civil Affairs Bureau. He suddenly panicked, and after thinking about it, he decided that it was better to be late than not to come at all, so he hurried over.

In fact, most of the people who were invited were like Geng Qingsong. They all thought that Zhang Song was exiled and marginalized in the past. Moreover, the city had already made it clear that Jiang Qiyong was in charge of the work. Secretary Zhang Song was just a deaf ear - a decoration. No one expected that this guy would be re-employed.

Yang Wenjing, the person in charge of the cemetery management office, said, "Secretary Zhang, Director Xu, you are so polite. In fact, I have wanted to invite Secretary Zhang to dinner for a long time. Recently, there have been many things going on at home, and I have not found a suitable time. So, I will host Secretary Zhang next week to welcome him."

Zhang Song smiled and said, "It doesn't matter who invites me, but I've been really busy lately. The things happening in the bureau are enough to keep me busy. Xiao Xu has invited me several times, but I just couldn't spare the time." This sentence once again shows the different relationship between him and Xu Chunliang.

Xu Chunliang thought to himself that Zhang Song was a very cunning person. He was now openly trying to get close to him, and his intention was obviously to let everyone know that they had a good relationship. Although Zhang Song had gotten an opportunity, he was not favored by the current leadership of Dongzhou, and his development space was still limited in the long run.

Although Xu Chunliang didn't know the real reason why Zhang Song came to power, he was certain of one thing: there would be a lot of disputes between Zhang Song and Jiang Qiyong. With Jiang Qiyong's self-righteous personality, he would inevitably have to compete with Zhang Song.

It is not easy for Zhang Song to do this main job, after all, Jiang Qiyong has his background.

Xu Chunliang didn't care about what Zhang Song was up to at all. He would not offend others unless they offended him. Zhang Song should not dare to harm him, but it would not be easy for him to use him.

After three cups of wine, everyone toasted Zhang Song one by one. Zhang Song behaved in a friendly and approachable manner.

When Zhang Song and Geng Qingsong were drinking, they asked about the handover of the old crematorium. Geng Qingsong reported the actual situation. The new funeral home had been put into use, but there were still some things in the old crematorium that had not been moved away in time. It was estimated that it would take another ten days to completely clear the area.

Zhang Song said solemnly: "The city is keeping a close eye on this matter. Xiao Geng, you must pay close attention to this matter. I can't always help you shoulder the responsibility."

Geng Qingsong nodded and thanked him, but cursed in his heart, "When did you help me take the blame? What do you mean by that? If the city investigates and it's all my responsibility, don't you have any problems as a leader?" But he changed his mind and thought that Zhang Song had just been confirmed as a leader in the bureau, so the previous things could not be blamed on him.

At this time, the hand-pulled mutton that Zhang Shunda specially prepared was served. Zhang Shunda said, "This is the castrated mutton that my friend sent all the way from Qilian. The meat is delicious. Let's have a taste."

Deputy Director Zhong Mingyan couldn't help but ask, "What kind of sheep is this?"

Zhang Shunda smiled but said nothing. Zhang Song looked at Xu Chunliang with a smile and said, "Xiao Xu, you are well-informed. Please explain."

Xu Chunliang said: "Director Zhang, you always give me difficult problems."

Several people laughed at the same time. Zhong Mingyan realized from their laughter that there was nothing good to say. She quietly asked Baidu and was embarrassed. It turned out to be a castrated ram, a eunuch sheep! Zhang Shunda was really abominable. There were female comrades present, but he played this prank. In fact, most people didn't think so much. They tasted the delicious and tender castrated ram and praised it one by one.

Zhang Song was obviously using this opportunity to establish himself as an approachable person, but unfortunately most of the people present were uneasy and tried to be as cautious as possible in their words and actions. The dishes were carefully prepared by Zhang Shunda and the wine was Feitian Moutai provided by Xu Chunliang, but most people were not in the mood to eat and drink to their heart's content.

The dinner lasted for two hours and ended. Zhang Song asked Xu Chunliang not to leave in a hurry because he had a few words to say to Xu Chunliang alone.

After everyone else left, Zhang Shunda arranged for the two of them to stay in the reception room of the guesthouse. He prepared tea and fresh fruits, and even closed the door for them when they left.

Xu Chunliang picked up a piece of Hami melon and started eating.

Zhang Song picked up a cup of tea, sipped it slowly, and said slowly: "Jiang Qiyong is not here."

Xu Chunliang said: "I have informed him, and he said he has plans in the evening."

Zhang Song smiled and said, "I won't force him. However, my appointment will definitely cause him to have some negative emotions."

Xu Chunliang glanced at Zhang Song, and they both laughed at the same time.

Zhang Song said, "Xiao Xu, you should know that I don't want to come to the Civil Affairs Bureau. So many things have happened here recently. It's a mess and no one wants to clean it up. Don't you think so?"

Xu Chunliang took out a wet towel and wiped his hands: "It's okay. The problems have basically been exposed, and the people who should be dealt with have been dealt with. The organization has cleared the obstacles for you. From this perspective, you will be able to carry out your work more smoothly."

Zhang Song smiled and said, "Now that you've said that, I feel a lot less stressed. You have to help me more in the future."

Xu Chunliang said: "Director Zhang, if I were you, I would be more cautious."

Zhang Song frowned: "What do you mean?"

Xu Chunliang said: "I just came back from Beijing this morning. As soon as I left the high-speed rail station, I was stopped by the disciplinary inspection team. They asked me to cooperate with the investigation."

Zhang Song said, "What do you want to investigate?"

"What else can we investigate? Qin Yujiao is biting people like a mad dog. She said I have photos and videos of her and Lao Wang, and that I used those scandals to blackmail them for personal gain."

Zhang Song's mood became a little heavy. With Xu Chunliang's style of doing things, he might do such a thing. If this guy is really suspected of violating discipline, it would not be a good thing for him to get too close to him at this time. But on second thought, Xu Chunliang must not have a big problem, otherwise the discipline inspection department would not release him so quickly.

Zhang Song laughed: "Others may not trust you, but I can trust you. I absolutely believe that your party spirit and principles can stand the test."

Xu Chunliang also smiled: "Nothing is absolute in this world." He moved closer to Zhang Song and lowered his voice, "I do have some information, and I have also threatened Lao Wang."

Zhang Song stared at Xu Chunliang for a while, then laughed again: "You still lack vigilance. When encountering such a thing, you should first hand the materials to the disciplinary inspection department."

Xu Chunliang said: "How could I know that their affairs would be exposed so soon? Moreover, I thought that their affairs were just a matter of conduct. It was also my fault that I had good intentions and thought that I should give them a chance to correct their mistakes."

Zhang Song said, "You are so careless. We have always had zero tolerance for cadres violating discipline. Xiao Xu, have you explained all these things?"

Xu Chunliang said: "Of course I can't admit it. So far I have only told you, Director Zhang, you won't kill your relatives for the sake of justice, right?"

Zhang Song cursed this guy in his heart for being cunning. He was playing tricks on him, deliberately revealing a flaw to him in order to test his reaction. Zhang Song said, "I never betray my friends." He was also speaking with a double meaning. If you treat me as a friend, I will not betray you, but if you don't treat me as a friend, there is no guarantee what I will do.

Xu Chunliang said: "If I didn't believe you, I wouldn't tell you this."

Zhang Songxin said thank you, picked up the teacup, took a sip of tea and said: "What did you just say?" What he meant was that I didn't hear anything, so stop trying to trick me.

Xu Chunliang smiled and said, "I was just kidding you."

(End of this chapter)