Reborn as a Noble's Son-Chapter 899 - 855 The Future of Bashu

Chapter 899: Chapter 855: The Future of Bashu

Chapter 899 -855: The Future of Bashu

Wu Li’s remarks drew laughter from everyone else; his typical military straightforwardness amused them all.

Sun Jialuo and Pan Jianzhang were clearly in good spirits, having both received a half-grade promotion, and Sun Jialuo had even fulfilled his aspiration to join the ranks of full ministerial-level officials. This was by no means an easy feat; nationally, many people were stuck at this level until retirement without ever achieving it. Now, with a stroke of luck, Sun Jialuo had secured such a rare opportunity and had no reason not to be pleased.

Li Jupeng was also in high spirits. With his status, being sent down would mean at the very least a deputy mayor position. Perhaps, under Nie Zhenbang’s arrangement, even joining the Standing Committee and taking on a real power deputy position wasn’t out of the question.

Nie Zhenbang also smiled and said, “I haven’t even spoken yet, Little Wu, and you’ve already made a stance. In that case, I won’t say much more. Everyone, please go back.”

…

The next day

Shortly after starting work, Nie Zhenbang had already rushed over to the Provincial Party Committee. The door to Su Xuan’s office was ajar. Nie Zhenbang knocked, pushed the door open, and before he could say a word, Su Xuan’s secretary promptly stood up: “Governor Nie, hello.”

“Hello, hello. Is Secretary Su available now?” said Nie Zhenbang with a smile.

Under the secretary’s guidance, Nie Zhenbang entered Su Xuan’s office. Su Xuan also came out from in front of his desk and greeted him with a smile, “Governor Zhenbang, please come in and have a seat.”

The previous evening, Director Shen had specifically called for a meeting with Nie Zhenbang, and Su Xuan was aware of it. Now, with Nie Zhenbang arriving so early, it was clear that he must have important matters to discuss.

After sitting down and receiving a cup of hot tea personally poured by Su Xuan, Nie Zhenbang got straight to the point, “Secretary Su, I’ll speak candidly. In a few days, I will be transferred away. I’ve come today mainly to discuss the future development issues of Bashu Province with you.”

At this point, Nie Zhenbang’s expression became more solemn. He looked at Su Xuan, paused thoughtfully, and spoke in a measured tone, “Secretary Su, not to make you laugh, but even though I haven’t worked in Bashu Province for long, I have developed deep feelings for it. Now, having to leave Bashu, I realize that there is still so much here that I find hard to part with.”

Nie Zhenbang’s words were heartfelt. This was Su Xuan, after all. Although the two weren’t in close contact before, their recent collaboration had led to some understanding of each other’s character.

Su Xuan was a very astute man. All the development plans and programs for Bashu Province, whether already starting implementation or still in the planning stages, Nie Zhenbang had poured a great deal of effort into them. He was uncertain whether these plans could still be implemented effectively without his presence.

Nie Zhenbang wasn’t too worried about Sun Jialuo’s end, but this depended on one condition: Su Xuan’s support.

As the top leader of Bashu Province, with Su Xuan’s support and the combined forces of Sun Jialuo and Pan Jianzhang, Nie Zhenbang believed they could continue to advance the plans he had set in motion according to the predetermined goals.

Hearing Nie Zhenbang’s words, Su Xuan smiled lightly and responded, “Zhenbang, that’s quite normal. Nowadays, whether it be agriculture, industry, the tertiary sector, or various other sectors like transportation and education, the planning of all these aspects in Bashu Province was designed and orchestrated by you. Frankly, all of this is like your own children, hard to let go of, and that’s understandable.”

Su Xuan paused, then his expression grew serious as he continued, “I can’t make any guarantees about other matters, but you can rest assured about Bashu Province. ‘To govern for a term is to foster well-being in that tenure,’ and that is the goal I’ve pursued all my life. Judging by the achievements of the past year, these policies have tremendously benefited various aspects of Bashu Province. Rest assured, going forward, the province will continue to follow this path. After all, facts and practice have proven this to be the correct direction and strategy for development.”

Nie Zhenbang hadn’t expected Su Xuan’s candid response, but he soon understood that Su Xuan’s approach was undoubtedly the wisest choice.

In the system, a very few leaders adhere to the notion that ‘a new emperor changes the court,’ as though following the previous administration’s path once in office would only amount to riding on coattails, seemingly unable to showcase their own abilities, with any achievements being credited to others.

This outcome is not uncommon at the county level, where one county head may focus on developing animal husbandry, spending substantial resources without bearing fruit before being transferred. The successor may then switch to agriculture, resulting in a cycle where no tangible benefits arise, only to leave the public with increased discontent and poverty.

However, Su Xuan was different. He saw the potential future benefits in continuing the project. Although Nie Zhenbang would also benefit from it, there was no doubt that his own gains would be substantially more, especially since Nie Zhenbang’s time here was only so long.

Another reason for Su Xuan’s cooperation was that Nie Zhenbang’s comprehensive development plan, this package of proposals, had already been tested in practice. If there were to be a change, Su Xuan could not guarantee the outcome. If it turned out well, that would be one thing, but Su Xuan estimated that most likely, they would not achieve the same results as Nie Zhenbang’s plan. By making such a change, he would actually demonstrate his own incompetence.

Rather than offending Nie Zhenbang in that way, it was better to do him a favor that flowed with the current, securing not just ready-made political achievements for himself but also Nie Zhenbang’s friendship. It was a win-win situation.

“Secretary Su, in addition to this matter, I also have some thoughts regarding personnel issues that I would like to discuss with you,” Nie Zhenbang said, carefully choosing his words.

Personnel issues are a sensitive topic regardless of factional alignment. Although Nie Zhenbang and Su Xuan had a good relationship, they were not so close as to be inseparable. As such, Nie Zhenbang naturally needed to consider how to properly phrase his message.

Nie Zhenbang then recounted his exchanges with Director Shen and outlined his forthcoming arrangements before looking at Su Xuan and saying, “Secretary Su, for the vacancy left by Comrade Pan Jianzhang, personally, I am quite fond of Comrade Liu Bingyi, the Secretary of the Wuliang City Party Committee. This comrade is very capable in all aspects and is still young and energetic. Over the past two years, Wuliang City’s economy has made great strides, with Comrade Liu Bingyi playing an indispensable role. I believe such a comrade is capable and experienced enough to take on a bit more responsibility.”

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Su Xuan remained silent for a moment. Nie Zhenbang’s arrangements were grandiose, and from this alone, it was clear that Nie Zhenbang, undoubtedly a distinguished character from a prestigious family, possessed a caliber, resolve, and shrewdness not found in ordinary bureaucrats from humble backgrounds.

After all, he had been immersed in such matters from a young age and approached these issues from an elevated perspective right from the start.

According to Nie Zhenbang’s arrangements, with his departure from Bashu Province, his base would remain incredibly solid. Not to mention the cities below, but just within the Provincial Party Committee, having Sun Jialuo, Pan Jianzhang, and adding Liu Bingyi would represent a considerable power.

After a pause, Su Xuan finally spoke, “Comrade Liu Bingyi is indeed very good, Governor Zhenbang. I have complete confidence in your ability.”

With those words, Su Xuan had expressed his agreement with Nie Zhenbang’s plans. This meant that there would be much less resistance to Nie Zhenbang’s upcoming operations.

…

By the end of June, after two months of recovery, the earthquake-stricken areas in Bashu Province had gradually begun to rebuild themselves.

Meanwhile, Comrade Shi Jiandong, the Minister of the Central Organization Department, once again arrived in Bashu Province. Prior to this, his intended appointment had already been announced through the Party newspaper of the Central Government and the official state portals. Thus, regarding Nie Zhenbang’s transfer, the leading officials throughout Bashu Province maintained a calm demeanor.

In the Bashu Provincial Committee Auditorium, where officials of deputy bureau level and above from throughout the province had gathered, Minister Shi Jiandong read out the Central Committee’s resolution on behalf of the organization. Comrade Nie Zhenbang was relieved from his duties as Deputy Secretary, Standing Committee Member, and Committee Member of the Bashu Provincial Party Committee. It was suggested that the Bashu Provincial People’s Congress review and approve Comrade Nie Zhenbang’s resignation from the position of Governor of the Bashu Provincial Government. Another appointment was forthcoming.

At the same time, Comrade Sun Jialuo was appointed as a member of the Standing Committee and Deputy Secretary of the Bashu Provincial Party Committee and was nominated as the Acting Governor. Likewise, Comrade Liu Bingyi was appointed as a member of the Standing Committee, and served as a deputy director-level research fellow of the Provincial People’s Government.

These appointments followed normal protocol. According to the election system of the People’s Congress, all government positions must be elected through the People’s Congress. Such arrangements had already informed everyone that Sun Jialuo would be the next Governor, Pan Jianzhang would assume the position of Executive Vice Governor, and Liu Bingyi would naturally take up the role of Vice Governor.

After the appointment announcement, Shi Jiandong delivered a speech as usual. Subsequently, Nie Zhenbang and Sun Jialuo each made their farewell and inaugural speeches respectively. With that, the meeting concluded.

As they left the Bashu Provincial Committee Auditorium, Su Xuan smiled and said to the side, “Minister Shi, it’s rare for you to come to Bashu. This time, why don’t you have a casual meal with us before you leave? What do you think?”

Shi Jiandong graciously declined Su Xuan’s invitation for a meal and smiled at Nie Zhenbang, saying, “Comrade Zhenbang, why don’t we return to Jingcheng together?”

Previously, upon learning of Nie Zhenbang’s transfer back to Jingcheng, An Na had already gone ahead to take care of all the work and had returned there. Wu Li had also gone to Jingcheng ahead of time. Now, Nie Zhenbang was essentially on his own in Bashu, and naturally, he would not refuse Shi Jiandong’s invitation, smiling as he said, “Minister Shi, I would certainly not pass up such a good opportunity.”

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