Nominal: The pinnacle of power began in the sixth province of Handong.

Chapter 46 Xia Qing's Report

The following day, Xia Qing arrived at the office on her own initiative, without waiting for Sha Ruijin's invitation.

Sha Ruijin was somewhat surprised and invited Xia Qing to sit down.

Xia Qing didn't mince words and gave a detailed report on the work he had been doing in Guangming District over the past few days, especially the resettlement of the workers who did not hold shares in Dafeng Factory.

Sha Ruijin listened very attentively, occasionally asking a few questions about the details, which Xia Qing was always able to answer.

Finally, Xia Qing even took the initiative to write a self-criticism:

"Furthermore, in my interactions with Comrade Chen Yanshi, I was somewhat too hasty and did not pay attention to my methods, which had a certain negative impact on the physical and mental health of this veteran comrade. I hereby offer my apology."

Sha Ruijin chuckled to himself.

What you did had a negative impact on your physical and mental health.

They've already called an ambulance!

They wished they could send the old man to the hospital.

At the same time, Sha Ruijin also discovered.

Xia Qing's retelling and Chen Yanshi's retelling.

They are practically two different things.

Xia Qing's remarks were more neutral and objective, and she did not shy away from her own problems.

Unlike Chen Yanshi, whose entire piece was highly emotional, making himself seem like a perfect old man with no problems whatsoever.

Any normal person knows who to believe.

Even so, Sha Ruijin still harbored some resentment.

Everyone knows that Chen Yanshi and the provincial party secretary have an extraordinary relationship.

You, Xia Qing, not only publicly reprimanded him, but also sent him to the hospital.

That really showed me no respect.

If anyone could say a few words to Chen Yanshi, wouldn't that be slapping the face of me, the Party Secretary?

However, Sha Ruijin couldn't easily reveal these things.

He could only manage a dry laugh:

"Alright, Minister Xia, just be more careful next time. Older comrades need care and consideration too!"

The two exchanged a smile, filling the office with a cheerful atmosphere.

But Xia Qing knew that this was just an appetizer.

After the laughter, let's get down to business.

Gradually, the laughter subsided.

The office was silent for a few seconds.

Xia Qing spoke, breaking the silence:

"Secretary Sha, I have another important matter to report. I have completed the task you assigned. The bureau chiefs in Guangming District are all very capable. With them around, the situation at Dafeng Factory will not be chaotic."

Sha Ruijin's eyes flickered slightly, then he said with a hint of curiosity:

"Oh? Minister Xia, you did a great job with the worker placement. We're almost done, so why are you withdrawing?"

Xia Qing smiled and waved her hand, saying:

"I'm just an organization minister; if I get too deeply involved in some things, it'll cause trouble."

Sha Ruijin was greatly puzzled.

Are you getting too deeply involved?

Did Xia Qing learn some information?

So, Sha Ruijin pressed on with the question:

"Minister Xia, please explain clearly, why have you become so deeply embroiled in the Dafeng Factory affair?"

Xia Qing knew that Sha Ruijin was well aware of these matters, and that asking her to answer now was also a way of testing her.

I wonder if I'll expose the Dafeng Factory and the entire Guangmingfeng project.

At this point, you can't pretend to be stupid, nor can you just say something to muddle through.

We still need to express a certain attitude.

So, Xia Qing moved her chair forward a little and said earnestly:

"Secretary Sha, think about it. The land use planning for Dafeng Factory was completed in such a short time. Could Ding Yizhen have accomplished that alone?"

Sha Ruijin was shocked, and his conviction grew stronger.

As expected, Xia Qing knew everything.

The land where Dafeng Factory was located was indeed the core of various conflicts.

It's very sensitive and very difficult to handle.

It involves far too many people; it's not as simple as just Ding Yizhen.

If we were to delve into the land regulation adjustments of that year, we might end up getting ourselves into trouble.

As the organization minister parachuted in from Beijing, Xia Qing really had no reason to get involved in this matter.

Moreover, Xia Qing has already completed the most socially influential step.

As for the remaining minor issues at Dafeng Factory, it would be the most appropriate thing to do to hand them over to Li Dakang and Guangming District.

Xia Qing's choice was a risk-avoidance decision made after careful consideration!

Extremely accurate!

Thinking about all this, Xia Qing's importance in Sha Ruijin's heart increased even more.

Sha Ruijin increasingly believed that Xia Qing was a very capable and clear-headed person.

This person would never side with me or be used by me.

Even an alliance is impossible; Xia Qing has no reason to ally with him.

All we can do is talk to him about cooperation and exchange!

After a long silence, Sha Ruijin finally spoke:

"Since Minister Xia no longer wants to manage the affairs of Dafeng Factory, then let Secretary Dakang and Guangming District handle it."

Xia Qing nodded and said:

"Thank you for your understanding, Secretary Sha. By the way, I also want to report that the five bureau chiefs of Guangming District have played an important role in dealing with the various complex issues at Dafeng Factory over the years. The direct cause of the 116 incident was the anger and panic among the workers at Dafeng Factory caused by their being taken away by Hou Liangping. I plan to offer them the rank of director-level cadre to encourage them to continue to do their jobs well."

After listening, Sha Ruijin suddenly realized what was going on.

Previously, when the 116 incident had just occurred, it was when I was assigning tasks to Xia Qing.

Xia Qing then made three requests.

Looking at it now, Xia Qing's other two demands, such as the allocation of police and medical resources, and that Li Dakang not interfere with Xia Qing's decision-making, are also problematic.

These two points are used to deceive people.

Xia Qing's goal was to take advantage of this opportunity to control the promotion and appointment of cadres at the division level in Guangming District.

As a result of this incident, Xia Qing improved the salaries of these five bureau chiefs.

If there are any openings in the future, Xia Qing will promote them to full division chief. It would be only natural for these five deputy division chiefs, who have already been granted full division chief status, to be promoted to full division chief.

And they will all be extremely grateful to Xia Qing.

Let's take a look at these five bureau chiefs: Development and Reform Commission, Human Resources and Social Security Bureau, Land and Resources Bureau, Housing and Urban-Rural Development Bureau, and Letters and Visits Bureau.

Which one isn't a key department?

They are even an important part of the Guangming Peak project team!

Xia Qing's move was tantamount to marking these important departments with his mark.

They cultivated their own people on Jingzhou's territory.

Given time, these people and departments will, at critical moments, act like sharp knives piercing the heart of Jingzhou City and Guangming District!

This was a sneak attack right under Li Dakang's nose!

However, at this point, Sha Ruijin had no reason to reject Xia Qing's proposal.

Not to mention that he had already promised Xia Qing the promotion and appointment of cadres at the division level in Guangming District.

Now that Xia Qing has solved a major problem for Dafeng Factory, it would be unreasonable to refuse his reasonable request.

So, Sha Ruijin readily agreed:

"Alright, you, as the Organization Minister, have full authority over the promotion of division-level cadres. I have only one requirement: verify their age, work experience, and identity, and solicit the opinions of the discipline inspection commission at the same level to strictly prevent the promotion of cadres with problems."

Xia Qing smiled and said:

"Thank you, Secretary Sha."

The two then discussed the future development plans for Handong.

Regarding the issue of cadres, Xia Qing stated that he would soon begin conducting research at the grassroots level, focusing on issues such as the use of available positions and the identification of outstanding cadres.

Sha Ruijin knew that Xia Qing was planning to achieve something again.

If these achievements are truly made, they will be recorded in the records of the Handong Provincial Party Committee and its Party Secretary.

Therefore, Sha Ruijin naturally strongly supports it.