The Strongest Master Venturing Urban-Chapter 257: The Biggest Beneficiary

Ye Pei suddenly understood and nodded repeatedly.

"Dad, you really have a nimble mind. As long as Cai Weiguo disagrees, then Chen Bin and Cai Lixia can’t be together."

With that decided, he turned and left the office directly.

At this time, the office’s landline phone suddenly rang.

After hearing the voice on the other end, Ye Hong immediately stood up, looking extremely respectful.

"Okay, I got it. I’ll be right over!"

On the way to Tianhai, Ye Hong’s mind was still racing.

Logically, he had no dealings with Xu Tai.

Why would the latter suddenly ask him to go to the city?

Unable to figure it out, Ye Hong simply stopped thinking about it.

After all, Xu Tai was not from the city disciplinary committee.

Even if it was bad news, it couldn’t be that bad.

Upon arriving in Tianhai, Ye Hong was taken to the office by Xu Tai’s secretary.

"Secretary Xu, may I ask why you wanted to see me?"

Xu Tai gestured for him to sit down and then spoke expressionlessly.

"The municipal committee has decided that next month, Comrade Xue Baoguang will be transferred to work in the city. We are preparing to let you take over the position of secretary, and I am here to speak with you on behalf of the municipal committee."

Ye Hong was initially shocked at these words.

Then, a wave of ecstasy filled his heart.

He was already a figure that could cover half the sky in Dragon Mountain County; if he became secretary of the County Committee, wouldn’t he be able to do whatever he wished?

Standing up straight immediately, Ye Hong answered earnestly.

"Thank the organization for trusting me. I will not fail the organization’s trust and will strive to enrich Dragon Mountain as soon as possible."

Nodding, Xu Tai was quite satisfied with this response.

"Dragon Mountain has been poor for so many years; it’s time for a change. The municipal committee hopes you can seize the opportunity and make Dragon Mountain County truly develop like Qingshi County!" freёwebnoѵel.com

Afterward, the two exchanged a few pleasantries, and Xu Tai let Ye Hong leave.

Watching him leave, Xu Tai eventually called Chen Bin.

"I’m giving you a heads-up: Ye Hong will soon replace Xue Baoguang as the secretary of Dragon Mountain County."

Chen Bin was extremely shocked by this news.

"Really?"

"Yes, I just had a conversation with Ye Hong on behalf of the municipal committee. He will take office next month."

"What about Xue Baoguang? Where is he transferred to?"

"He’ll be a deputy mayor in the city, managing the same area of work as you."

Taking a deep breath, Chen Bin continued to ask.

"Is this decision made by the municipal committee collectively, or is it Secretary Cao’s idea?"

Xu Tai did not answer directly but asked back.

"What do you think?"

Suppressing his inner anger, Chen Bin said disgruntledly.

"Ye Hong is not the right person; he’s a sly man. If he becomes County Committee secretary, how will I progress with my work?"

After a brief thought, Xu Tai answered.

"Logically, as Cao Sanjin’s prospective son-in-law, he should be paving the way for you. This move might be to better temper you."

Chen Bin was not satisfied with this explanation.

But he couldn’t say much more to Xu Tai.

After hanging up the phone, he immediately had Cheng Zhuang drive him to Cao Sanjin’s house that evening.

At that moment, Cao Sanjin was eating.

Seeing Chen Bin’s displeased expression, he immediately said.

"Xiao Chen, you’re here. Come and eat with us."

Chen Bin had no choice but to sit down next to Cao Sanjin patiently.

During the meal, just as he was about to ask about Ye Hong, the latter brought it up directly.

"You should know about Ye Hong taking over as your county’s secretary, right?"

Chen Bin nodded expressionlessly, "I heard about it."

"What do you think about this matter?"

Not knowing how to respond, Chen Bin could only evade by saying,

"Perhaps he’s the only one suitable for the position."

"That’s not true. There are many more suitable than him, but I had to choose him."

Frowning, Chen Bin couldn’t help but ask.

"Since you don’t think he’s the most suitable, why did you choose him?"

"Because I want to train you!"

Putting down his bowl and chopsticks, Cao Sanjin stared intently at Chen Bin.

"To accomplish great things, you must experience trials. I intend to train you well before you marry Chenxi, so when everyone knows you’re my son-in-law, it won’t hinder your development."

Hearing this, Chen Bin’s anger gradually calmed down.

Since entering politics, he had never feared any challenge.

Perhaps he had been too smooth-sailing all this while and was now genuinely intimidated by Ye Hong.

Thinking about it, if not for knowing Cao Sanjin, would he resign just because the higher-ups appointed Ye Hong as County Committee secretary?

At this, Chen Bin quickly replied earnestly.

"Please rest assured, Secretary Cao, I know what to do in the future."

Smiling, Cao Sanjin became even more satisfied with Chen Bin.

"Telling you these things means I don’t consider you an outsider. I hope you will be honest with me in the future as well."

Chen Bin nodded repeatedly, "I understand!"

A few days later, Xue Baoguang held a gathering with his trusted associates.

In the midst of clinking glasses, someone sighed.

"Mayor Xue, with you leaving, our future days will be tough."

"There’s nothing to worry about; just do what you’re supposed to do, and don’t give others the chance to find faults."

Saying this, Xue Baoguang also turned to look at Chen Bin.

"Especially you, make sure to do your job well. If you encounter problems you don’t understand, discuss them with those present here, and if that doesn’t solve it, come find me in the city."

Chen Bin smiled and nodded, "Thank you, Mayor Xue, for your guidance."

At this moment, Xue Baoguang raised his glass, looking around everyone.

"I believe everyone can see Chen Bin’s abilities. In my eyes, he is the hope of Dragon Mountain. I hope in the future, you will support his work and contribute more to Dragon Mountain."

Quickly, Cai Weiguo took the opportunity to speak.

"Mayor Xue is right. It’s not easy to have a young and promising cadre like Chen Bin emerge from Dragon Mountain. If we don’t support him, we’d be failing the organization and the people."

Saying this, he patted Chen Bin on the shoulder.

"As long as it is for the people’s welfare, go ahead boldly. In Dragon Mountain, no one can quite cover the sky with one hand!"

Chen Bin immediately stood up and raised his glass.

"Thank you all for your support. I’ll drink to that!"

The rest of the dinner ended in cheerful laughter.

Upon leaving the hotel, Cai Weiguo walked and talked with Chen Bin on the way.

"Do you know why Mayor Xue cares for you so much?"

Chen Bin slightly shook his head, pretending to be clueless.

"This... I’m not quite sure."

"Actually, he is the biggest beneficiary of what you did in Qinghe Town. During his years in Dragon Mountain, he didn’t achieve significant political accomplishments and would only have a leisure position after retirement. You gave him a push when he needed it most."

"If that’s true, then it’s great. Mayor Xue is a good official. It’s understandable that Dragon Mountain doesn’t easily lead to political achievements, so it’s not his fault nothing much was accomplished."

Acknowledging this with a sound, Cai Weiguo asked again,

"There’s a vacancy for a full-time deputy secretary in the county. Do you have any news about this?"

"No!"

After a moment of hesitation, Cai Weiguo stared meaningfully at Chen Bin.

"If only I had as much luck as Mayor Xue, with someone pushing me at such a crucial time."

Chen Bin naturally understood what this meant but chose not to respond.

Then, Cai Weiguo suddenly said,

"I’ve heard rumors lately that besides Lixia, you have other girlfriends. I’m curious if there’s any truth to that..."