Good Things Happen One After Another

Monday morning.

Lin Xiao led Liang Pan into County Head Gong Lei's office. He first reported on the situation of investors in Chinese medicinal herbs, and then introduced Liang Pan as having been arranged by Municipal Party Secretary Wang Yuanze to experience grassroots life with him.

Of course, Lin Xiao also mentioned that he had attended a dinner party with Wang Yuanze, but he did not specify who he was with.

For a seasoned veteran like Gong Lei, he naturally knew what to ask clearly and what to understand implicitly. Therefore, he was merely expressing that the leader valued Lin Xiao highly.

As for Liang Pan, although he didn't know his background, he could guess at first glance that he was probably the son of some big leader, otherwise Wang Yuanze, the municipal party secretary, wouldn't have had to make the arrangements personally.

In fact, what he cared about most was not these things, but that the municipal party secretary Wang Yuanze's trust in Lin Xiao had deepened to a certain extent.

Is the saying "love me, love my dog" also true in reverse?

"Xiao Lin, focus your energy on the pilot project in Songmao Village during this period. Secure the medicinal herb planting project as soon as possible. Give full play to your leadership role and ensure that relevant units and departments cooperate effectively to advance this work. At the same time, also ensure proper oversight and supervision."

During this period, when filling the vacancies left by those who had been disciplined, he communicated well with Huang Zaichuan, the county party secretary, and selected people he favored for several important positions, so he was in a very good mood.

"Yes, County Head."

Lin Xiao nodded and said, "County Chief, there's one more thing. This afternoon, Director Guan Tong from the Investment Office of Dejiyuan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. is coming to Fengshan. Tomorrow, I plan to take them to Songmao Village for an on-site inspection. The leaders of the Provincial Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine have given us a heads-up, so I think the investment shouldn't be a problem. The key is the scale and whether there's a long-term plan."

Gong Lei nodded and said, "What you said is very important. Songmao Village is a pilot project and a new starting point. If it is done well, it can be promoted in Nangang Township and even the entire Fengshan County in a way that suits local conditions. This is an important path for developing the new rural economy."

In that case, I will personally receive this investment inspection team this afternoon. Please inform County Chief Chu later and ask him to participate as well. Please also notify the relevant departments. We will then extend our hospitality to the evening.

"If we go to Songmao Village tomorrow, please inform County Head Chu to accompany us throughout the inspection. Any problems discovered should be addressed promptly. We must fully demonstrate our sincerity and not neglect them just because the provincial leaders gave instructions."

Lin Xiao noted all of this down and said, "Okay, County Chief, I'll notify them later and have them prepare in advance."

Just then, Guan Tong called to inform Lin Xiao that they would arrive in Fengshan County around 4 p.m.

In addition to expressing her welcome, Lin Xiao said that the leaders would meet her at the highway exit, and Guan Tong politely declined.

The latest message from Geng Qiuyan was that Dejiyuan Pharmaceutical was undergoing equity restructuring, involving both capital increases and share acquisitions. Soon, state-owned assets would gain actual control, thus transforming Dejiyuan Pharmaceutical into a state-owned enterprise. She urged Lin Xiao to seize this opportunity.

Therefore, according to the provincial state-owned enterprise hierarchy, Guan Tong's position as director of the investment office should be at the deputy division level, so it's not surprising that he enjoys the honors of being welcomed and sent off.

After coming out of the inner room, Lin Xiao asked Liang Pan to wait in the secretary's office, while he went to Chu Mingjing's office in person to inform him of the relevant matters.

Upon learning that Lin Xiao had invited Dejiyuan Pharmaceutical Company from Fengdu, the provincial capital, to Fengshan County for an investment inspection, Chu Mingjing was immediately surprised and exclaimed, "Little Lin, you always manage to surprise others, and you are quick and efficient in your work. I think you are absolutely capable of handling the pilot project in Songmao Village."

"County Chief Chu, you flatter me. This is my job responsibility. The leader entrusted me with such an important task because he trusts me. I will do my best to complete the task assigned by the leader."

Although these words sound somewhat polite and official, they are, to some extent, a true reflection of Lin Xiao's inner thoughts.

"You're always so humble, no wonder the boss likes you, haha."

"Thank you, County Chief Chu."

After returning to the secretariat, Lin Xiao called the county investment promotion bureau, the county agriculture bureau, and the Nangang township government to inform them of the inspection and to ask them to come to the county government for a meeting an hour early.

As the director of the pilot work leading group office appointed by the county party committee, Lin Xiao also wanted to take this opportunity to hold a special meeting to make specific arrangements for the relevant work and responsibilities, which would be a strong guarantee for the future advancement of the pilot work.

After finishing all this, Lin Xiao sat down and took a sip of water when the landline rang again. It was an appointment made in advance by some county and town leaders who wanted to report to the county head.

Liang Pan, who was on the sofa, wanted to go over and say something, but seeing Lin Xiao busy again, he stepped back and quietly watched Lin Xiao working non-stop, answering phone calls constantly, and running into the inner room from time to time. Today he had the good fortune to witness the daily work of a county magistrate's secretary, but he still found a moment to shake his head and say, "Brother, your job is a bit too complicated. I'm 100% sure this isn't a job that an ordinary person can do."

At home, he couldn't stand his father's "official authority" and thought he would never be able to go into politics. This thought was largely a form of self-expression. However, seeing Lin Xiao's situation firsthand only strengthened his resolve to go into business.

Besides the hardship and tediousness, another major reason is the lack of freedom, which is even more serious than death for young people in the new era.

Seeing Liang Pan deep in thought, Lin Xiao stopped her work and said with a smile, "That's how office work is: relaying information up and down, coordinating and promoting progress. At the grassroots level, major events only happen a few times a year. Everyone is busy with trivial matters, but these trivial matters are closely related to people's lives. It can be said that it is these countless trivial matters that have gathered into the synergy for the development of the city. Only when everyone does their job well can the whole society function better."

Even though he admires the "freedom" of youth, Liang Pan has been influenced by it since childhood and has some similar feelings: "I understand. This should be what economics calls the division of labor. Only when everyone does their job well can society develop better."

However, economics emphasizes the economic man himself and stresses that the economic man is self-interested. But as long as he makes a legitimate effort to achieve his goals, he can also bring about positive changes to the whole society.

Simply put, if I become a successful entrepreneur in the future, I will not only create wealth for myself, but also create jobs and wealth for society. This is also a contribution to the country and society. Brother, don't you agree?

After listening to Liang Pan's explanation, Lin Xiao smiled and said, "That makes sense. In short, do your job well, and everyone will help you. So, you can't just stand around and watch these next few days. Sometimes you should help distribute materials or pour tea during meetings. That'll be doing something useful, haha."

Lin Xiao was actually joking, but Liang Pan really did have this plan, so he immediately replied with a slightly serious tone, "Okay, Director Lin, please feel free to ask if there's anything you need. I'd be happy to help you."

Lin Xiao smiled and tapped her finger, about to say something, when her phone rang again. It was Su Anji who answered.

As soon as the call connected, a cheerful voice came from the other end: "Xiao Lin, the Municipal Party Committee just held a Standing Committee meeting, and my matter has been settled. The Organization Department has also notified me to have a talk with them."

Su Anji's voice on the phone was excited, even trembling slightly, clearly indicating that he was somewhat surprised by the matter.

"Congratulations, Director Su. I look forward to your continued support in the future," Lin Xiao said, offering her congratulations.

"Kobayashi, I should be the one thanking you."

"Director Su, you're being too harsh. We don't need to say these things between us. Besides, I haven't done anything wrong, so you don't need to say this."

"Alright, you're a straightforward person, then I won't say anything more. But we definitely need to get together sometime."

"Of course, haha."

Just after I hung up the phone, Xu Jingnan called.

Lin Xiao quickly answered the call, and a cheerful voice came from the other end: "Xiao Lin, I just received news that there was a meeting in the city, and I... I've been promoted to deputy county head..."

"Congratulations, congratulations! From now on, should I call you Director Xu or Deputy County Head Xu?" Lin Xiao joked.

In the blink of an eye, a meeting of the Standing Committee of the Municipal Party Committee had given Su Anji and Xu Jingnan exactly what they wanted.

On the surface, both of their promotions seem to have the flavor of "promotion beyond the norm," but in reality, such practices have been done elsewhere, so they are most likely to fall into the category of regular promotions.

However, for those who are well-versed in the ins and outs of the system, the key to this promotion lies not in the promotion itself, but in the fact that Wang Yuanze, the newly appointed municipal party secretary transferred from outside the city, has significantly strengthened his control over the overall situation.

This is what the top leader himself hopes for, and what the higher-ups want to see.