Official Career Storm-Chapter 1318:

"Double dismissal?"

Hearing this explosive news, Chen Yirou's curiosity was piqued, and she urged, "Why would someone be double dismissed?"

"Because I'm going to be the Director of the City Government Office."

"Huh? What did you say?"

For a moment, Chen Yirou couldn't understand what he meant.

It wasn't until Song Guanchao thrust forcefully that the sudden stimulation made her cry out, finally realizing what he was implying.

Looking at her expression, Song Guanchao knew she had grasped his meaning.

After another round, Chen Yirou said, "Are you going after Director Yao?"

"Yes."

"Do you have dirt on him?"

"Yes."

"What is it?"

Song Guanchao said, "He has messed around with six married women from various departments in the City Government Office."

"Huh? Just this?"

Chen Yirou thought he would reveal some earth-shattering secret.

But, it was just this?

This left her a bit disappointed.

"Just messing around with women isn't enough to get him double dismissed, right?"

"It can be enough."

"Impossible," Chen Yirou shook her head.

"How about placing a bet?"

Song Guanchao smiled at her mischievously.

"A bet is a bet!"

"What if you lose, then what?"

"Whatever you say!"

"You said it." Song Guanchao suddenly lifted her up again, placing her on himself.

Then, his right hand slid down her back, between her hips, to the rear, pressed gently, and raised his eyebrows, "If you lose, we'll try this."

Feeling the pressure of his finger, Chen Yirou's face flushed crimson and she glared at him angrily, "No!"

"Is that cheating? You just said anything goes."

"But..." Chen Yirou bit her lip, thinking about his words and felt her heart pounding.

Finally, she gritted her teeth and said, "I won't cheat!"

Song Guanchao laughed even more cheerfully, "Then we'll see."

Chen Yirou said, "But let's be clear upfront, it has to involve those relationships to count."

"Rest assured."

Song Guanchao squeezed her firm buttocks hard, saying, "Would you want to try now?"

"No!"

Chen Yirou twisted her waist, freed his hand, and grabbed the quilt to cover herself.

...

In the evening.

Song Guanchao went to the restaurant, Zhou Xingjian arrived as expected.

The two had never met before.

Zhou Xingjian walked into the private room, stepped forward, and with a smile said, "District Chief Song?"

"Hello, Director Zhou."

The two shook hands and then sat down.

Song Guanchao picked up a tea cup, poured him a cup of tea, and straightforwardly asked, "Director Zhou, how is your relationship with Director Yao?"

Zhou Xingjian couldn't quite figure out why Song Guanchao suddenly asked about this, but said, "I've worked with Director Yao for many years, we know each other well."

At first glance, this comment seems innocuous, but upon careful analysis, it becomes clear their relationship is average or even not good.

If their relationship was good, he wouldn't use the word "familiar."

Song Guanchao nodded and asked again, "Does Director Zhou want to replace him?"

This surprised Zhou Xingjian.

He asked uncertainly, "What do you mean, District Chief Song?"

Song Guanchao stated, "Exactly what it says."

"If you're interested, I can help you become the Director of the City Committee Office."

Zhou Xingjian stared at him intently, a little skeptical about the truth of his words.

He's just a district chief from another city, daring to boast about making him the Director of the City Committee Office?

It seemed like an exaggeration.

But he suddenly remembered that Song Guanchao used to be Wu Qiangwei's secretary.

Could it be that he's representing Wu Qiangwei in delivering this message?

"Is this Mayor Wu's intention?"

"No, it's mine."

"Hmm?"

This answer surprised him.

Simultaneously, it made him more suspicious about the truthfulness of Song Guanchao's words.

Yet, he couldn't think of a reason why Song Guanchao would deceive him.

"If Director Zhou is interested, I'll help you maneuver; if not, I'll find someone else."

At this moment, the waiter served food, and Song Guanchao got up, saying, "Let's have a meal first, think about it during the meal, and just give me an answer after."

This meal, Zhou Xingjian ate somewhat distractedly.

He thought over and over, feeling that Song Guanchao didn't have a reason to deceive him, but rationality suggested Song Guanchao didn't have the capability.

But upon further reflection, he thought, they hadn't had any prior interactions, what good would deceiving him do?

Moreover, even if he agreed, he wasn't losing anything.

If he could indeed replace him and become the Director of the City Committee Office, it would be just owing Song Guanchao a favor.

What's a favor?

Furthermore, if Song Guanchao could indeed maneuver him into the position, it would indicate a significant backing.

He'd have a support system too.

As Song Guanchao suspected, his relationship with Yao Guangsong was indeed average, even a bit bad.

This was also the reason Zhang Yan disliked him slightly.

Leading to several missed opportunities for advancement over the years.

Thus, after the meal, Zhou Xingjian said without hesitation, "Then I'll trouble District Chief Song."

Song Guanchao was not surprised by his decision.

"Director Zhou, wait for my good news."

The two parted outside the restaurant, and on the way home, Director Zhou felt a surge of emotions, thinking his springtime was near.

But deep down, doubts persisted.

Simply wanting to ascend wasn't enough; it required more than a mere recommendation.

The critical point is, the director position is currently occupied.

In other words, Yao Guangsong must be transferred for an opportunity to arise.

He really wanted to know how Song Guanchao planned to get Yao Guangsong transferred.

The director of the City Committee Office is a deputy bureau-level position.

Getting him transferred requires a vote at the Standing Committee meeting.

From nine Standing Committee members, at least a majority must agree.

Could he, an outside district chief, sway half of the members?

Zhou Xingjian felt this was far-fetched.

His emotions stirred, he suddenly felt a sense of doubt and loss again.

…

Zhou Xingjian guessed correctly; Song Guanchao was indeed tricking him.

After all, there is only one Director position for the City Government Office.

Giving it to him, what would he do?

The reason for tricking him was mainly to ensure the stability of his own plan.

Normally, when a director leaves, the deputy director gets promoted.

With someone already selected, Wu Qiangwei forcefully promoting Song Guanchao would have a low success rate.

Moreover, if Yao Guangsong is double dismissed, and Wu Qiangwei immediately moves him over, anyone would guess that Yao Guangsong was eliminated under Wu Qiangwei's orders.

And Wu Qiangwei has been in the Provincial City for too short a time, without a firm foothold, promoting him at a Standing Committee meeting might not receive much support.

People are selfish; no one desires Wu Qiangwei's absolute dominance.

This would make people feel Wu Qiangwei was eradicating dissent to make room for her allies.

Such actions would create a sense of crisis among some individuals.

Therefore, the best strategy is to make outsiders think Zhou Xingjian is the one who eliminated Yao Guangsong.

With internal conflict between the director and deputy director, if Wu Qiangwei then promotes her own person, the resistance would be much smaller.

Regarding how to make outsiders believe Zhou Xingjian eliminated Yao Guangsong, Song Guanchao had his own methods.

…

The days passed by in waiting.

The party school training was back on schedule.

Song Guanchao calculated the time, realizing the party school's three-month training would end in a month.

Before long, June 21 came.

That day, Song Guanchao suddenly received a phone call he hadn't expected.

From the former Lingjiang City Secretary, Lu Zhizhong!

When the call came, he was in training, and he hung up.

After training ended, he left the classroom and, curious, called back.

Beep beep...

"District Chief Song, done with work?" Lu Zhizhong's voice remained calm and serene, as if nothing could affect his mood.

"Just finished training, is Secretary Lu looking for me?"

"I heard you're attending the Youth Class training?"

"Yes."

"Are you free?"

"Has Secretary Lu come to the Provincial City?"

"Yes, came over to handle some affairs," Lu Zhizhong said, "If you have time, let's have a meal."

"Secretary Lu is visiting, how could I let you foot the bill, I'll arrange it."

"Haha, alright, I won't stand on ceremony."

After hanging up, Song Guanchao rubbed his chin.

What does Lu Zhizhong want from me?