The officialdom of rebirth

Chapter [-] Father

The old man's office is on the third floor of this red brick villa. When Chen Yang entered the office, the old man was not busy working as before, but was sitting leisurely on the sofa, making a pot of tea.

Although a little surprised, Chen Yang hurriedly said hello: "Grandpa, I'm here."

"En." The old man nodded, then pointed to the empty seat next to him, "Sit."

"Oh."

Chen Yang walked over and sat down as he said, then snatched the antique and delicate teapot from the old man's hand, and said repeatedly: "Grandpa, I'm here."

"Hehe, you, you don't know the grains, so forget it, don't spoil my pot of good tea."

The old man smiled and waved his hand to refuse, and then continued to pick up the teapot.

Chen Yang was a little ashamed when he heard the words, the old man was really right about him, although he usually drank tea, but basically someone made it for him. Needless to say, the tea leaves must be of the highest grade Dahongpao, so if they fell into his hands, it would definitely be a waste.

Seeing that the old man was so leisurely and uncharacteristically, although he looked a little tired, he was still in good spirits, and it would not be like what Ruonan told him two days ago, the old man seemed to be depressed because he was about to retire soon.

"Grandpa, it's rare to see you so leisurely. Don't you have a meeting today?" Chen Yang tried to ask carefully.

"Hehe, after a while, when grandpa retires, I will have more free time in the future, but I'm used to it all the time. I don't know if I can adapt to it after such a free time." The old man said with a smile, and there was inevitably a touch of emotion in his tone. smell.

While talking, the tea was already brewed. The old man poured two cups, picked up a cup, took a sip, and silently tasted the sweetness and sweetness in the tea liquid.

Chen Yang didn't need to be greeted by the old man, he picked up a cup by himself and took a sip.As soon as the tea was in his mouth, he could feel a sweet fragrance in his soul, and he served a pot of top-quality tea.

It's just that his mood seems to be affected by the old man at the moment. He didn't speak, let alone try to comfort the old man to look at it, because he knew very well in his heart that a man like the old man who has been in power all his life doesn't need anyone's explanation.Heroes are like beauties, no matter how they used to be, there will always be a day of twilight.

Chen Yang held the porcelain cup in his palm, sipping the clear tea silently.

At this time, the old man seemed to him a little less majestic and a little more kind.

From childhood to adulthood, he didn't actually stay by the old man's side for a long time, not only him, among the children of the Chen family, even Chen Ruonan, whom the old man loved the most, couldn't always be by his side.But despite this, he can still feel the old man's deep love for him and his constant teaching. Even looking back now, in the ten years since he joined the work, whenever he wants to take an important step forward Every step, the influence of the old man played a key role in it. It can even be said that every step he took was approved by the old man.If it weren't for the old man and Chen Xi's support, even if he has the talent of heaven, he would never be able to get to where he is now.

After a long time, the old man gently put down his teacup, turned to look at him, and said with a smile, "Hehe, why don't you talk? Do you think you have nothing to talk to Grandpa?"

Chen Yang quickly replied: "No, Grandpa, I'm afraid to disturb your thinking."

The old man shook his head lightly with a smile, and said with a long sigh: "Xiao Yang, tell your grandpa what's on your mind. Have you always had any idea about your work arrangement? You started in Jiangnan Province and have only worked since then. It’s been ten years, but it’s changed places a few times.”

Chen Yang's heart darkened when he heard the words. He had to admit that he did have some ideas about some of the old man's arrangements. For example, when he opened the district in Xinzhuang, he originally planned to do two or three more in Xinzhuang according to his idea. Years later, he followed the trend and rose steadily. Fortunately, it was his own people who picked up the fallen peaches, otherwise his work would have been in vain.

Although it is said that the main reason why he was finally transferred was because he had a bad relationship with Fang Yi, but his real thought at the time was that he didn't have to leave, and with Chen Xi's strength, he was kept in Xiaoxiao's district development director. It's not difficult to take the position, but it's a pity that the old man didn't help him in this matter at the beginning. If it wasn't for Teacher Yu's proposal to transfer him to the Youth League Committee, he might have been held back by the old man to teach in the party school two years in advance.

It's just that looking back now, he still has to admit that the old man certainly had his own considerations for doing this, and although he only stayed in the party school for more than a year, the precipitation of these days will have a profound impact on his future Yes, at least, his personality is much calmer than before.

"Grandpa, don't say that. I know that I have many shortcomings. I have worked for so long, and I have made you worry about me. I have never met your requirements and expectations for me. I'm sorry, Grandpa, I have let you down." Chen Yang said seriously.

The old man smiled and patted him on the shoulder and said, "Okay, don't underestimate yourself. Grandpa can tell you the truth today. Grandpa is not disappointed. On the contrary, grandpa is actually very satisfied with your work performance."

Chen Yang was startled, and slightly raised his head to look at the old man. Over the years, although the old man didn't often criticize him, it was indeed the first time he heard the old man's affirmation of him seriously.

The old man took another sip of tea before continuing, "Xiao Yang, how long have you been working in Xizhou?"

Chen Yang knew in his heart that this should be the most important content of the old man's conversation with him today. The old man is about to step back, and he has obviously started to arrange his work. Now let's ask his own thoughts.

Immediately replied honestly: "Grandpa, I have been in Xizhou for two and a half years."

The old man nodded slightly, and said casually: "Two days ago, I talked with some old guys about Xizhou. Although there were some small problems, they mostly had a positive attitude towards your work in Xizhou." After a pause, he continued, "It has been more than 20 years since the reform and opening up. Our country's economy has made great achievements, but there are still many problems. What our country lacks most at this stage is cadres who dare to think and do. I remember that the Prime Minister told me I said that you are a cadre in the party who really understands economics and doesn't read books. To be honest, I didn't really approve of you working in Xizhou at first. I have to stay honest and teach at the party school. But now it seems that the Prime Minister’s opinion is right, so I’m still conservative.”

When the old man talked about these things, he didn't feel disappointed because his decision was biased at the beginning, on the contrary, there was a bit of relief in his eyes without concealing it.

"Grandpa, I'm not as good as you said. Xizhou's economy is developing in a good direction, but my method of boosting Xizhou's economy is still too aggressive, which has caused many problems now."

Chen Yang said with some shame that the real estate market in Xizhou was hyped up by him alone, and now it is like a fried drug bag. If it is not handled properly, it may explode at any time.And the chain reaction after the real estate market crash is quite scary.In fact, if he can be more stable and not be so aggressive looking for money everywhere for construction, Xizhou's economy will be much more stable than it is now. Of course, the pace of development will definitely be much slower.

The old man smiled and shook his head. He is used to looking at problems from the overall perspective, and he doesn't pay too much attention to some small problems.Then he said to Chen Yang: "Xiao Yang, the political situation in Lingxi is still relatively smooth. I hope you will be mentally prepared. You may not be able to serve this term in Xizhou. I mean, there are two next You can go to one place, one is Lingnan, where the economic environment is good, you can show your strengths, and the other you can also consider Jiangnan Province, Jiangnan Province is your hometown, you have worked there before, relatively speaking I am more familiar, but your working environment is not as good as in Lingnan."

Lingnan?Jiangnan?

pick one of two?

Chen Yang knew that the old man said to prepare himself mentally, so the matter was probably settled.But the old man's words still made him confused. Lingnan is better to say something. The third uncle is the second in command there and the governor of a province. After the meeting of the National People's Congress, if Secretary Zhao is really as rumored, If you become the top leader of the Central Organization Department, then third uncle, and what the old man said, it seems that third uncle has a great chance to become the secretary of the provincial party committee. Among the 24 committee members, it is simply impossible.In this way, when I went to Lingnan to develop, I have the foundation of the Chen family, so it must be smooth sailing.But working under the hands of the third uncle, he always feels a little unclear. In short, he is not willing. If he really wants to go to Lingnan, he might as well stay in Lingxi.

As for the second option mentioned by the old man, he really doesn't understand it. Go back to Jiangnan Province?This was something he had never considered, not to mention that he had heard from his third uncle on the phone two days ago that Governor Ding, as the core of the Chen Clan, probably had to leave this time, so he would run back by himself. Isn't it boring to go to work there?And because there was a big case in Jiangnan that shocked the central government a while ago, involving some senior cadres at the provincial and ministerial levels. I heard that after this people's meeting, the entire team in Jiangnan Province will be replaced. Does the old man want to ask himself to go there? A trip to this muddy water?It would be fine if it was in other provinces, but the Fang family's roots in Jiangnan Province are very deep. With his relationship with Fang Yi, it would be difficult to realize his ambitions even if he went to [-]%. Fresh.

After much deliberation, he is not very satisfied with these two choices. He might as well stay in Xizhou as his secretary of the municipal party committee. Two and a half years, with solid political achievements, it will be logical to nominate a deputy governor in Lingxi at that time, and with Secretary Liu Kun who will reuse him, this is not an impossible task. The small provinces in the west have survived to their early forties, and they should be qualified to be a member of the Central Committee no matter what they think. After that, whether they can enter the ranks of ministerial-level officials with real power and take the most critical step in their careers will be determined. Look at your own good fortune and whether the principal has cultivated it.

This is also a general plan that Chen Yang has made for his official career all the time. Although he also knows that it is up to people to make things happen and God to make things happen, but if he follows the general direction like this, he thinks that he will definitely not go wrong.And based on his judgment of the future situation, at least at the provincial and ministerial level, he still has great hope.

Seeing that Chen Yang seemed a little puzzled, the old man chuckled, but he didn't explain anything, he just sighed and said: "Xiao Yang, you did a good job in Xizhou, and you made a lot of achievements. Originally, you were there a lot. It is also possible to practice for a few years, but the political situation in Lingxi is not as simple as you imagined. There are many things you don’t understand, and you don’t need to understand too much. I know some thoughts in your heart, but I can tell you in advance, Liu Kun should be transferred to the Sichuan-Tibet region immediately after this session of the National People’s Congress.”

The meaning of the old man's words is already obvious. Lingxi is not a paradise suitable for Chen Yang's development, and the news that Secretary Liu Kun will be transferred away surprised Chen Yang even more, and he couldn't accept it.You know, Secretary Liu has only been in Lingxi for more than three years, so he is leaving?I haven't heard the slightest wind before.

But even though Chen Yang didn't want to face it, since the words came from the mouth of the old man, they were naturally [-]% accurate.

After Shen Yin for a while, Chen Yang made a very rational choice, and replied in a deep voice: "Grandpa, don't worry, I won't embarrass you wherever I go to work, whether it's Lingnan or Jiangnan, I think I can do it Competent for the next job." After a pause, his face darkened slightly, he hesitated for a moment, but he still said, "Grandpa, I don't want to hide it from you, Xizhou is a poor place, when I first went, even the last There are no ordinary 40-meter-wide main roads, and the company’s profits are not good. People’s lives are very difficult. I think so, regardless of whether staying there will affect my personal future, and whether there will be bigger ones in the future It has a bright future, but what I hope most is to be able to serve the full term of this term in Xizhou.

Hearing the words, the old man looked at Chen Yang with a slightly changed expression, his eyes fixed, and asked, "Xiao Yang, do you really think so?"

"Yes, Grandpa."

Chen Yang said seriously, facing Grandpa's eyes calmly.

After a while, the expression on the old man's face eased, and Luu smiled a little bit of relief: "Hehe, Xiao Yang, no wonder your principal often praises you in front of me, you can think so, very good, grandpa finally I didn't misread you."

After saying this, the old man stood up slowly from the sofa. Seeing this, Chen Yang hurriedly supported the old man, but the old man waved his hand to signal no, then walked straight to the large French window, stretched out his hand and gently opened the sunshade wide curtains.

With a sound of swiping, the curtains opened, and in an instant, several rays of warm sunset light poured into the room.

Chen Yang was startled, and subconsciously looked at the wall clock hanging on the wall, only to realize that the time passed so quickly, it was already past six o'clock when he casually drank tea and chatted with the old man.

The old man put his hands behind his back, straightened his waist, and stood upright in front of the French windows, staring at the green hills in the distance.

Chen Yang also stood beside the old man quietly, but he didn't say anything to disturb the old man.

I don't know how long it took, Chen Yang felt that the sky was getting dark, and the old man sighed, and said quietly: "Xiao Yang, grandpa joined the party at the age of 15 in 74, and this year he has [-] years of party experience. I'm a party member. I've fought against warlords and Japanese devils in my life. I've even stared at Chiang Kai-shek on both sides of the Yangtze River. I've lived in a cowshed and been a high-ranking official. No matter what position I am in, I ask myself that I have never done anything to be sorry for the country and the people in my life. I hope that no matter what position you are in in the future, when you are my age, you can be as worthy as grandpa. The conscience of heaven and earth is worthy of the people, and can stand upright as a man."

Chen Yang listened, his eyes became inexplicably sore, he knew that this should be the last time the old man taught himself how to behave, he bit his lips hard, trying not to show the posture of those little girls, and nodded , said in a deep voice: "Grandpa, I will remember what you said."

The old man smiled in relief, looked back at him, and said kindly: "Okay, it's getting late, I originally planned to ask you to have a meal with grandpa before leaving, but there is an old colleague who insists on coming Play chess with me, you go back to accompany Ruonan right now, don't run around when you leave the compound, lest she blame me when the time comes, and you will not be allowed to go home to accompany your wife for a few days when you return to Beijing."

The old man said a rare joke, Chen Yang's face turned slightly hot, and he scolded Chen Ruonan in his heart, what did you do, is it so interesting to say it in front of the old man all day long?Quickly said: "Grandpa, I see, I will go home right away."

As soon as he finished speaking, when he was about to turn around, he was suddenly taken aback. Several people appeared downstairs in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows, and one of them was a very elegant old man holding in his arms a little kid who was talking non-stop. , was smiling and teasing this little kid, walking towards the old man's red brick building.And behind the old man, followed by a middle-aged man wearing glasses, dressed like a cadre.

"Vice Prime Minister Fang? Why is he here? Hey, is he the one the old man wants to see later?"

Chen Yang was slightly taken aback, but it was inconvenient to ask the old man, and he quickly glanced at the little kid in Vice Premier Fang's arms, then turned his head suspiciously, and said goodbye to the old man: "Grandpa, I'll go back first, don't be too late."

The old man smiled and waved his hands: "Okay, you hurry back, by the way, if you have a chance in the future, bring that girl named Xiang Jin over and let me meet."

Chen Yang was shocked, he didn't know why the old man suddenly mentioned Xiang Jin, but he still nodded, "Okay, Grandpa." After speaking, he turned around and walked towards the door, breaking out in cold sweat as if fleeing.