Jagged city

Iron-Blooded City - Chapter 160 Seven Groups to Xiliang

Two days later, the Xiliang Municipal Party Committee and Municipal Government welcomed Huang Tingjiang, deputy director of the Propaganda Department of the Provincial Party Committee, Xiang Xiaofen, assistant to the director, and accompanying officers of the Propaganda Department. └@ ┘ Also accompanied by the deputy editor-in-chief of the Northwest Provincial TV Station, Bi Yuelian and his news interview team.There are also Dong Ping, a well-known reporter who is the deputy editor-in-chief of Northwest Daily, and his assistant.

This is a powerful propaganda team that came in a group.In order to express a warm welcome, Secretary Gao of the Municipal Party Committee, Mayor Xu, and Lin Tao personally went to the entrance of Xiliang Expressway to greet them.

At 08:30, a convoy descended slowly.

The Minister of Propaganda was very satisfied when he saw the two parents and officials from Xiliang City coming out to greet him.Xiang Xiaofen smiled and said, "Uncle Huang, the leaders of Xiliang respect you very much. The secretary of the municipal party committee and the mayor have come to welcome you."

"This is a respect for the Propaganda Department of the Provincial Party Committee. In front of such comrades, we should maintain a humble attitude."

More than ten cars, a minibus, and a TV station's news gathering vehicle stopped one after another.Secretary Gao, Mayor Xu and Lin Tao greeted him.

Although Lin Tao got Xiang Xiaofen's secret protection, Minister Huang was her elder, but he didn't dare to relax for a moment to welcome the leader, and made preparations for the reception the afternoon before.This time, Minister Huang is here in the name of inspecting Xiliang's propaganda work. Others will follow the instructions to interview Xiliang's major transportation projects. The process should go to the city and go to the countryside.

"Hello, Secretary Gao, Mayor Xu, Lao are here to greet you, Huang is ashamed!" Huang Tingjiang shook hands with the two warmly, expressing respect and gratitude.

"It's our Xiliang's honor that Minister Huang can come to Xiliang to guide the work. Minister Huang is too humble."

Minister Huang smiled, turned his gaze to Lin Tao, and said involuntarily: "This is Mayor Lin, I've heard about it for a long time. Although I have seen it in provincial newspapers and CCTV, this is the first time I have seen it in real life. I do it in this job. Not in place!"

"Hello, Minister Huang, we in Xiliang have been looking forward to it for a long time. I am so happy to meet you today. Warmly welcome Minister Huang to Xiliang to guide our work."

Minister Huang shook hands with the young executive deputy mayor and exchanged a few words.Others also saw that Minister Huang's approval of Lin Tao was beyond words.

Afterwards, Xiang Xiaofen, Bi Yuelian, and Dong Ping came forward, Minister Huang introduced them to them, and the three high-ranking Xiliang officials shook hands with them enthusiastically, not to mention Lin Tao.Then a group of people got into the car and drove directly to the municipal party committee and the municipal government compound.

Minister Huang and Mayor Xu went to Secretary Gao's office.Lin Tao accompanied Xiang Xiaofen, Bi Yuelian and Dong Ping, and the others were received by people run by the government.

The three of Xiang Xiaofen were welcomed into the office by Lin Tao.Fang Liang came in with a teapot and poured tea for everyone.

Bi Yuelian looked at Lin Tao's office and said with a smile, "Mayor Lin, your office is simple enough. I'm afraid this sofa is more than ten years old!"

Lin Tao said with a smile: "Is this a fine tradition of our Xiliang, but the place where you can rest assured to entertain you is much better than my office. Our service work will definitely satisfy the three of you. You have to rely on the three of you!"

Xiang Xiaofen continued, "It's not unusual for you to entertain us, but the abalone rice is really delicious!"

"Yeah, that fast food restaurant can be said to be a modern iconic restaurant in the northwest city. The decoration is too modern. After the three of us ate, we didn't know the taste of the food, and we couldn't eat anything else. What do you think? ?”

"Find Xiao Xiao for this matter, I can't control your province!" Lin Tao laughed.

"Cut, you're stingy, you don't even say anything about the scene." Bi Yuelian said angrily.

Xiang Xiaofen added fuel to the side and said: "You can't blame Mayor Lin, the economy dominates everything now, even if sister Xiao Xiao is in charge of the financial power?"

"Hmph, Dong Ping is planning a report on fast food restaurants. It seems that some people don't want to appreciate it." Bi Yuelian said with a hum.

"Who says you don't appreciate it? Isn't it okay if I invite you to eat the special snacks in Xiliang Mutton Hutong at night?" Lin Tao said helplessly.

Dong Ping said, "I've been to Mutton Alley. It was the year before last. The snacks there are very special and worth tasting. Today I finally have the chance."

"Tch, we just like abalone rice, it's useless to say anything else." The two women said at the same time.

Lin Tao could see that these two guys were making trouble for him. Could it be that Xiao Xiao sent these two guys to punish me on purpose?

Dong Ping said with a smile that the 'pala beef rice' fast food restaurant is indeed very modern, even if compared with Chinese and foreign fast food restaurants in other big cities, it will fall behind.Not only the high-end seafood rice is delicious, but the main beef rice is full of local flavor, which makes people feel family affection and the warm taste of mother.

Lin Tao said slightly emotionally: "That beef rice is a dish that my mother used to cook for me when I was a child. When I was in school, the first small shop I opened was dedicated to this beef rice, unlike the current shop. It’s getting bigger, and the variety has increased a lot. It can be said that Junlian Group started from the bowl of beef rice that I miss my mother.”

Xiang Xiaofen said in surprise: "Ah, sister Xiao Xiao really didn't tell me about this, so this is the root of Junlian Group, could it be—"

Lin Tao nodded: "My mother died in a car accident when I was in the third year of junior high school. After that, when I made this beef rice, I could smell my mother's smell. So when I started my business in college, I opened the first A small beef rice shop."

Dong Ping said emotionally: "I said, how could I feel family affection in the beef rice? It turns out that there is such a story. Now the beef rice is not made by Mayor Lin himself, but the strong family affection is integrated into it. It’s in the beef rice. It seems that my knowledge of the fast food restaurants on Chang’an Street is very superficial, if I just send it out like this, it will lose its connotation.”

Lin Tao hurriedly said: "Reporter Dong Da, this is my momentary emotion, don't write me in!"

Bi Yuelian said with a smile: "Look, brother Lin is scared, you don't doubt Dong Ping's professional quality, do you?"

"Mr. Bi, when did I offend you? Why do you keep picking on me? Did Xiao Xiao send you to punish me?"

Bi Yuelian covered her small mouth and said in surprise, "Ah, you found out."

Everyone smiles.

After this short episode, Lin Tao began to talk to the three about the cause and progress of the big transportation project.When it comes to raising funds for road construction in the Xiliang countryside, the three of them seem to have seen the poverty in the Xiliang countryside just by hearing what Lin Tao said.In particular, the slogan "give up one month's grain, and the road leads to home" is so harsh, so tragic, and it also reflects the determination of Xiliang farmers to build roads.

Dong Ping and Bi Yuelian said that they would definitely go to the countryside for in-depth interviews, so that the Northwest Province would know the need for road construction in Xiliang and the determination of the people in Xiliang to build roads.

Xiang Xiaofen glanced at Bi Yuelian and Dong Ping and said: "The current media always feel that there is no news to dig. I think it is caused by not being able to go deep into life. What a good subject this is!"

Dong Ping lowered his head and said: "The leader's criticism is right. Journalists should go deep into life, especially in the vast rural areas. There are many subjects worth digging deeply, and they are real. Watching them inspires people's spirits. They don't want to be formulaic like official news. So empty."

"Damn, you brat, you dare to insinuate the leaders of the Propaganda Department, do you still want to make progress? If this gets to the ears of our ministers, your president will have to drink a pot." Xiang Xiaofen said with her hands on her hips.

Bi Yuelian said unhappily: "Don't take your ministers out to scare people. We journalists are the eyes of the common people."

Lin Tao felt amused listening to the conversation between these three people. These three people were old acquaintances and often joked. Bi Yuelian also seemed to have some opinions on her father.

"Girl, you are still young. The most important news media is the mouthpiece of our party's propaganda work! If our minister hears this, he will have to criticize you." Xiang Xiaofen said triumphantly. From Lin Tao's point of view, it really is Xiang Xiaofen is superior in skills, it is impossible to take advantage of Xiang Xiaofen's mouth.Even Xiang Xiaoli and her husband are willing to bow down.

Bi Yuelian gritted her silver teeth angrily, turned around and was about to pinch Xiang Xiaofen, if she couldn't do it, she would come to martial arts, so scared that Xiang Xiaofen stood up quickly and ran to Lin Tao's side.

"A gentleman doesn't move his hands but doesn't speak! They are all great anchors, and they don't pay attention to their image. Do you think this is the same as chasing and beating me with bare buttocks when I was a child!"

"Xiang Xiaofen!" Bi Yuelian became furious, stood up and wanted to chase her.

Xiang Xiaofen hurriedly said: "Image, image, this is the mayor's office, and this is Mayor Lin's territory."

"Bang bang bang!" As soon as the knock on the door sounded, Bi Yuelian hurriedly retreated to the sofa, sitting upright, her little face flushed. This appearance made several people feel very funny. When they saw Fang Liang coming in, Xiang Xiaolian on one side Fen winked at Bi Yuelian, making Bi Yuelian very angry.It was the first time Fang Liang saw a beautiful female anchor from a provincial TV station. He stood far away when he greeted him, and then followed behind him. He didn’t dare to look at him when he was pouring tea. Now he took a glance and saw the female anchor with flushed cheeks and a smile. Looking at herself with two dimples exposed, her heart beat faster.Reporting to Lin Tao was a bit unnatural.

"Mayor Lin—Director Li, called and said that the interview schedule has been arranged."

"Well, Xiaohe Village and Majia Village in Dongdian Township, Shangxiguan County are added to the interview itinerary. Xiaohe Village is the first to respond to the call and raise funds for road repairs as quickly as possible. Majia Village is the most typical poor village, and both have representative significance. You Let Director Li inform Xiguan County." Lin Tao instructed.

"Yes, Mayor Lin, I'll go find Director Li right away!" When Fang Liang turned to leave, he saw Bi Yuelian smiling at him again, and his footsteps couldn't help but feel a little vain.

"Hahaha, I'm dying of laughter. What kind of eyeballs do you give to Mayor Lin's secretary? It makes the little brother careless. If you can't do your job well, I wish you!"

"Hmph, Miss Ben has a big heart, don't bother with you shrew, we'll talk about it when we get back to the provincial capital."

"I'm so scared!" Xiang Xiaofen said, patting her chest.

Lin Tao figured it out, once he got acquainted with Xiang Xiaofen, it would be difficult to keep serious in front of her.

Bi Yuelian glared at Xiang Xiaofen, and then said to Lin Tao with a slightly serious expression: "Mayor Lin, I was entrusted by Taili. I have two interview tasks this morning, one is to interview Mayor Lin, and the other is to interview the traffic bureau." Director Liu Ming. I will send the camera crew up immediately, Mayor Lin, please prepare."

"Wait a minute, shouldn't Mayor Xu be interviewed about this?" Lin Tao asked, not only telling Bi Yuelian, but also asking for Xiang Xiaofen's opinion.

Bi Yuelian said: "We are not so bureaucratic, I have the final say on this matter."

Seeing Xiang Xiaofen, Lin Tao didn't say anything, smiled wryly, and then called Mayor Xu.

"No matter who accepts the interview, it is still under the leadership of the municipal party committee and the municipal government. Right now, the most important thing is to do a good job of publicity. Don't worry about the rest. Accept the interview with peace of mind. After all, you are the one who brought up the construction of the large transportation project. You have the right to speak." Mayor Xu hung up the phone.

Minister Huang smiled and said to the two: "Is Mayor Lin very organized? I respect the two leaders in this matter!"

Secretary Gao refilled Minister Huang's tea, and said, "Xiliang City has a lot of work to do, and Mayor Xu and I can't just steal the spotlight for everything, the most important thing is to do the job well."

"Secretary Gao is right. Our party cadres are doing practical things, not fighting for fame. If we, Xiliang, a slow-growing city, want to break through the shackles, we need new impetus and new bright spots. Mayor Lin is fully qualified for this task. Work, with Mayor Lin, Lao Gao and I will be much more at ease."

Minister Huang did not expect that both of them were so humble, low-key, and deliberately too high. Executive Vice Mayor Lin Tao supported Lin Tao's work. This is rare in the municipal government at the municipal level. The secretary of the municipal party committee and the mayor's regime formed gangs and formed gangs. This kind of opportunity to show their face in the province and Taiwan is scrambling to step forward, and few take the initiative to give in. Moreover, this time the big transportation project in Xiliang has been carried out vigorously. If it is done well, its political achievements That's definitely not small.Do they really admire Lin Tao's ability, or are they afraid of the power behind Lin Tao?Although Minister Huang had heard of Lin Tao a little bit, it was during the mining accident that Lin Tao's eye-catching performance was published in the provincial newspaper, Xinhua Daily, and CCTV news. The Prime Minister shook hands three times and praised "Lin Tao is a good cadre".These things have been rumored in the provincial capital for a while. Lin Tao can be said to be very popular, but the provincial propaganda department did not follow up the propaganda. It seems that it has no intention of downplaying it. Vice Minister Huang learned vaguely from Minister Bi that it was Cui Zhiming, Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee. .Because this kind of propaganda is enough, excessive propaganda is not good for the growth of cadres.However, it was Minister Bi's intention to come to Xiliang City to inspect the work today. Although the TV station and the newspaper came along, and it was not an order from the Propaganda Department, Minister Bi had undoubtedly acquiesced in this matter.It's interesting here.

Hearing that Secretary Gao and Mayor Xu were so modest, Minister Huang couldn't help but said: "One of you is the captain and the other is the helmsman. Whether this big Xiliang ship can ride the wind and waves depends on you two. It is impossible for you to relax. I also I heard that Comrade Lin Tao is very capable, but the more capable a young comrade is, the more he needs veteran comrades like you to guard him."

Secretary Gao said: "Minister Huang, please don't worry about this. Old Xu and I are both aware of it. Comrade Lin Tao has only been in Xiliang for more than three months, but he has done a lot of practical things, especially in the economic area. "

"Yes, Comrade Lin Tao's ideological awareness is trustworthy and can withstand tests. The Zhaojiatun mine disaster, Lin Tao risked his life to rescue the miners one by one. This requires the fearless dedication of the revolution and the infinite love for ordinary people. Although the city did not follow up the national and provincial propaganda according to Comrade Lin Tao's intention, Lin Tao is undoubtedly a banner of our party's outstanding cadres in the new era. In addition, in terms of the ability to develop the economy, many people were not optimistic about Lin Tao as a military cadre. , thought it was the airborne cadres who came to gild. However, as soon as Lin Tao took office, he organized the public security department to clean up the underworld in Xiliang, bringing Xiliang a stable economic development situation. Then he solved the heavy historical burden of Xiliang Electronics Factory, Not only did the workers not petition, but they also strengthened their trust in the municipal party committee and the municipal government, and took the initiative to solve problems for the government, which is not easy."

Secretary Gao went on to say: "Yes, Lin Tao's economic ability is very strong. Last time he led the Xiliang team to achieve amazing results. Sixteen companies were introduced, among which there are international consortiums and top 30 companies. Two companies, each company has already invested [-] billion yuan in funds, which was unimaginable in Xiliang City before. Moreover, during this period, some companies took the initiative to visit Xiliang one after another, and the economic development of Xiliang It has already been mobilized. If this major transportation project is successfully completed, it will pave the way for the economic development of Xiliang. For such a comrade, I agree with Lao Xu and let him let go of his hands and feet. Comrade Lin Tao As we charge forward, the two of us will naturally maintain this hard-won situation so that Comrade Lin Tao can rest assured."

Minister Huang was speechless at the heartfelt praise of Lin Tao from the two Xiliang parents and officials and their willing escort attitude.Not only do I admire Lin Tao's ability and personality, but I am also impressed by the attitude of these two people who are dedicated to the public, and their open-minded minds.

At noon that day, Xiao Xiao came to Xiliang.Xiao Xiao didn't come alone, she came in a group.Xiao Xiao has a car, and Xiao Guan is driving the car. Sitting with Xiao Xiao in the back is a female secretary and bodyguard, whom Lin Tao poached from Wang Han. After all, Xiao Guan is not suitable for some occasions.In front of Xiao Xiao's car, there is another Mercedes-Benz driving the way, inside are three members of the security company, and these people are under Xiao Guan's management.As Xiao Xiao's protection force, this is also to demonstrate Xiao Xiao's identity as the chairman of the international security company.Why do you say that Xiao Xiao came in a group? Behind Xiao Xiao's car, there are also the cars of the princelings Zhao Jinlin, Hong Quanli and Ma Zhantao, and the car of an assistant in their company.Zhao Sifang also came to help out in a military jeep, followed by Dr. Wen's economic research team, an Audi car, followed by a minibus, with seven or eight people in it.

Xiao Xiao came here with this team, which can be regarded as mighty.These people were visiting privately, so Xiao Xiao led the team.On the contrary, Dr. Wen could have been invited by Lin Tao from the government level, but he was quite cautious and only brought a team for a private visit. As for whether he can cooperate, it is still unclear at this time.

Lin Tao answered the phone: "Where are you, my wife?"

"We're at the entrance of Xiliang Hotel, have you already started the luncheon reception? We're still hungry!" Xiao Xiao said dissatisfied.

"I'm still on the government side. The others went first. Secretary Gao, Mayor Xu and Minister Huang are preparing to go. Your lunch is also ready. On the third floor, where is Fang Liang? Let him pick you up. The government banquet is also on the third floor, with two small halls next to each other. I will tell you secretly, the dishes I asked Fang Liangliang to eat are all your favorite dishes!" Lin Tao said in a low voice.

"You have a conscience! After lunch, I'll go to your small nest to make a surprise inspection to see if you have a golden house or something? If you tidy up now, there's still time!" Xiao Xiao giggled as she got out of the car, looking up Looking at the best hotel in Xiliang, it is said that it is upgrading to four stars.However, from the outside, it looks very old except that the site is very spacious. It looks very old and has been built for at least 15 years.Some of the tiles pasted on it have fallen off, which really affects the appearance of Xiliang city!

"Sister Xiao Xiao, this Xiliang Hotel occupies a lot of land. I don't know if it will be sold or not. If it is not sold, it needs to be rebuilt. This will affect Xiliang's image of attracting investment!" Zhao Jinlin walked to Xiao Xiao and said, this guy is actually She is a few months older than Xiao Xiao, but has a sweet mouth.Call Lin Tao brother, call her sister.He looked like a younger brother, followed by Ma Zhantao and Hong Quanli, following Zhao Jinlin's lead, and naturally called his sister, plus Xiao Guan, a few bodyguards in black suits, and the whole image of a big sister.

"You are getting into the eyes of money. I don't think about it. It's more important to fill your stomach right now."

"I'm not, I'm in business, talk about business. After walking this way, I found that Xiliang has a lot to do. We decided to take root in Xiliang and hang out with Brother Lin and Sister Xiao Xiao." Zhao Jinlin laughed.

"We all listen to Miss Xiao Xiao." Hong Quanli and Ma Zhantao also joined together.

Xiao Xiao covered her mouth with a smile and said, "Looking at what you guys said, it seems that I am a big sister of the underworld."

Zhao Jinlin stepped forward and said, "Sister Xiao Xiao, you are the eldest sister. If anyone refuses to accept, my younger brother will open the way for you."

The people who came in and out of the hotel also looked curiously at these people getting off the luxury cars one by one in good clothes, many of them were handsome men and women, and the one in a black suit with earphones in his ears was a bodyguard. What kind of people are these people, the car number is from the provincial capital, and there are military vehicles, hey, the photos in the back are from Beijing, these people are not young.

"Brother Zhao, Dr. Wen, hurry up, everyone is hungry!" Xiao Xiao waved to the people behind.

Zhao Sifang walked over on tiptoe, grinned and said, "Xiao Xiao, my brother drove all the way by himself, his legs are numb."

"It's not that I said you, brother, can you not embarrass me, why are you a gangster in the army, why is your physique not as good as ours?" Hong Quanli said with his mouth curled.

Dr. Wen came over and pulled Zhao Sifang, who thanked Zhao Sifang with a smile, then pointed to Zhao Jinlin and the three of them and said: "You three, learn from Dr. Wen, at least you must know how to respect the old and love the young, you are comfortable When I was running in a BMW, I stepped on the accelerator all the way, and my feet were numb."

"Didn't I let you come here by car? If you insist on driving yourself, who is to blame!"

"Wait, kid, if I don't push you under the table today, I won't be a brother—"

Just as these people were frolicking at the door, Fang Liang pushed the door open and ran over with small steps.

"Mrs. Lin—"

"Call me sister!" Xiao Xiao interrupted.

Fang Liang smiled awkwardly: "Sister Xiao Xiao, I have reserved all the seats. If everyone is here, shall we go up?"

"Well, wait a minute, there are still people driving, who haven't come yet." Xiao Xiao said.

"Secretary Fang doesn't know me, right?" Zhao Jinlin said in a strange way.

Fang Liang said with a slick smile: "How can that be, Mr. Zhao is so suave and suave, I've been amazed for a long time, your tall and tall image is engraved in my mind! Mr. Zhao——"

As soon as Zhao Jinlin waved his hand, Fang Liang didn't know what Zhao Jinlin meant, could he have offended this person, and in an awkward moment, he heard two words, "Brother!"

Seeing Fang Liang's flushed face, everyone laughed.Xiao Xiao said: "Zhao Jinlin, why don't you have a good figure, what can you learn from me?"

Zhao Jinlin immediately said honestly: "It's Sister Xiao Xiao, I was wrong, I must."

Xiang Xiaofen came from the door, saw this scene, couldn't help laughing and said: "When did this guy become so obedient?"

Zhao Sifang smiled wryly and said: "My wife, you don't know, these boys have all joined Xiao Xiao, and my status has obviously declined!"

"Really, sister Xiao Xiao is more attractive!" Xiang Xiaofen said while holding Xiao Xiao's hand.

Zhao Sifang howled miserably: "I finally know today, what is it? I lost my wife and lost my army."

Everyone was amused again.With these two people around, there was laughter everywhere.