Official Career Storm

Chapter 1746: Chapter 1746: The Provincial Committee

"Provincial Committee..."

Song Guanchao already had a plan in mind. He gave her a gentle tap on the bottom, "Arrange a meeting with Minister Wang tomorrow."

Wu Qiangwei asked, "Do you have an idea?"

Song Guanchao’s lips curled up, "He wants to go to the Provincial Committee, and he’ll need at least six votes. Governor Lu and Governor Qu’s two votes are certain. However, we can’t give them all at once—give him one vote first. The rest might be useful later."

Wu Qiangwei gently acknowledged, then squinted her beautiful eyes, "Are you confident about Governor Qu’s vote?"

"..." Song Guanchao’s smile stiffened and began anew.

He thrust his waist and abdomen, sat up, flipped over, pressed her down, and amidst her light cries, forcibly kissed her.

Wu Qiangwei lightly patted his shoulder, feeling as though she were slapping a rock.

With Song Guanchao’s tongue probing in, her patting grew weaker. Later, she reciprocated his embraces.

Song Guanchao’s nimble fingers gradually undressed her, rubbing against her with his hips and buttocks. Wu Qiangwei moaned incessantly, her body limp as if boneless, letting him manipulate her.

After a while, Song Guanchao withdrew his tongue, looking at her with anticipation.

Wu Qiangwei’s eyelashes quivered as she opened her eyes, understood the meaning behind his gaze, and softly snorted, "No."

Song Guanchao grimaced, resigned to no.

He mulled it over, then bowed to kiss her again.

Late in the night, Song Guanchao left Wu Qiangwei’s home.

He initially intended to stay shamelessly, hoping that a morning impulse from Wu Qiangwei might change her mind.

Yet, Wu Qiangwei saw through his little scheme and booted him out.

The next noon, Wu Qiangwei called, arranging a meeting with Wang Jinming, not in the evening, but at lunchtime.

At eleven, they arrived at a restaurant near the City Committee.

Wang Jinming came alone, without his secretary.

"Minister Wang." Though Wu Qiangwei was Jiangzhou’s second-in-command, she remained courteous.

Anywhere an organization minister ranks among the top five committee members, wielding real authority; indeed, if desired, they could challenge the top leader.

"Minister Wang, please have some tea." Song Guanchao proactively offered tea.

At 44, he became the top leader of the Provincial City organization department—a testament to a blend of background, ability, and opportunity.

In any setting, he’s a standout.

Wang Jinming’s smile was faintly polite yet inherently distant.

Song Guanchao didn’t mind, setting the teacup aside and seated himself apart, leaving space for Wu Qiangwei.

Lunch breaks are limited, unlike evening banquets where topics develop gradually. Thus she got straight to the point, "Mayor Chang is about to step down as the High-tech Zone head. I’ve got a suitable candidate and hope Minister Wang can assist in evaluating them."

Wang Jinming smiled, "There’s no issue with evaluation, but the final decision power isn’t mine—be sure to inform Mayor Wu in advance to prevent misunderstandings."

Wu Qiangwei offered a slight smile, shifting topics, "Governor Lu mentioned you last time, suggesting I ask when you’re available for a meal together."

Wang Jinming was stirred, meeting her gaze for a second, discerning the underlying meaning of her words.

He sipped tea, "Next week—ahead of time I’ll contact Mayor Wu."

With that, Wu Qiangwei realized she secured his vote.

The lunch was quite pleasant.

Afterwards, they returned to the City Government, Song Guanchao remarked, "Now we’re just one vote short."

He smiled, "With Minister Lu’s vote in hand, acquiring another will be much simpler."

Unless unforeseen, all six votes will be settled by next week, allowing the acceptance of Chang Hai’s resignation.

The next committee meeting could directly facilitate Fu Ying’s promotion.

With Fu Ying, Wu Qiangwei will add another piece to her power mosaic in Jiangzhou.

Yet, it’s still insufficient.

A district head can’t dictate the major scene; at best, influencing just the High-tech Zone’s limited scope.

What matters most is the City Government.

Of six deputy mayors, excluding Liang Jianfeng, five remain.

Among them, Sun Jiajun and Chang Youcai are openly opposed.

Post this event, it’s uncertain how Chang Hai may recover, but it doesn’t matter—he isn’t Zhou Zheng’s ally nor keen towards Sun Jiajun—potentially recruitable.

Remaining are Zhu Shixian and Xue Mingde.

Both aren’t Wu Qiangwei supporters nor Sun Jiajun’s, but follow prevailing circumstances.

They incline towards the side swaying the most—it’s slippery.

"It’s a bit odd," Song Guanchao suddenly remarked.

"What?"

"Mayor Sun’s stance is peculiar."

Song Guanchao noted, "He’s promoted from Xuzhou—prior to this, wasn’t involved with you, right?"

"No."

"Precisely, having no interaction, why does he constantly oppose you?"

Song Guanchao enumerated, "While we were in Pinghai, Wei Zhou was orchestrated—it was approved by him. This time regarding zone pollution, he contradicted you. Doesn’t it seem strange?"

His words prompted Wu Qiangwei to pause.

Pondered deeply, it seemed awry.

An outsider-administered deputy mayor, still unseated, should initially build rapport with Wu Qiangwei.

No matter his ambition, he must first secure his position before contemplating further.

Yet, Sun Jiajun went against convention, his conduct certainly odd, highly unreasonable.

"I’ll have someone monitor him first," said Song Guanchao.

"Be careful, don’t let him detect it."

"Yes."

In Wu Qiangwei’s City Government stronghold, Sun Jiajun’s instability can’t be tolerated.

"Knock, knock." Shu Xue tapped the door, "Mayor Wu, Mr. Lin from He Feng Energy is here to visit."

So soon?

Wu Qiangwei raised her brows. Song Guanchao was equally surprised, having heard yesterday’s account from her.

"I’ll head out first." Song Guanchao departed the office, spotting Lin He.

Around forty, dignified in appearance, evident from his physique he exercises regularly, with excellent body maintenance.

He gave Lin He an amiable smile, which Lin He acknowledged, then followed Shu Xue into the office.

About twenty minutes later, Wu Qiangwei’s call came.

Song Guanchao returned to the office, Wu Qiangwei handed him a document, "Take a look."

This was Lin He’s proposal.

Clearly Lin He had specific ideas in advance; otherwise, he wouldn’t act so swiftly.

Song Guanchao read swiftly, then laid down the file, smiling, "The proposal’s all about acquiring quality corporate assets, ignores issues of compensating displaced employees. Lost department handling? Absent. He seems to want just the prize, while the City’s left with scraps? Secretary Zhou might agree—Mr. Lin’s promised incentives must be substantial."

Wu Qiangwei mused, "Secretary Zhou will surely strive to push it through. Whatever issues you mentioned pose little challenge for them—easily suppressed."

"Let’s wait, I’ll address this during Monday’s meeting and discuss thoroughly."

Uncertain, Song Guanchao pondered a few seconds, nodded, "This matter must be handled by me."

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