Official Career Storm

Chapter 1756: Chapter 1756

"Damn, this is so hard to deal with!"

Sun Jiajun puffed on his cigarette, his expression dark and gloomy.

Song Guanchao is up to something again!

When he heard the news, he almost cursed out loud.

But getting angry wouldn’t help. He was on his own and weak; even if he wanted to stir up some trouble, he had no one to lean on.

Don’t be fooled by those department heads from the City Government who drop by his office every now and then, flattering and fawning, always acting like lapdogs.

When it comes down to doing the dirty work, they definitely wouldn’t do it.

Besides, he didn’t dare let these people do it.

Dirty work has to be done by trusted confidants; otherwise, you could end up getting betrayed and not even know it.

"No, I have to find a way to advance."

Sun Jiajun found Zhang Yan’s number and sent her a message, asking if she was free that evening.

...

Evening, at a restaurant.

Under Wu Qiangwei’s introduction as the intermediary, the dinner between Wang Jinming and Lu Zhizhong went very well.

During the meal, Wang Jinming didn’t mention anything about moving into the Provincial Committee. They were all smart people and didn’t need to say such things out loud; a mutual understanding was enough.

After the dinner, they parted ways at the entrance.

After Lu Zhizhong left, Wu Qiangwei noticed that Wang Jinming showed no intention of leaving, so she knew he must have something to say to her.

Song Guanchao noticed it too, so he made an excuse about going to the bathroom to step away for a bit.

Only the two of them were left, and Wang Jinming said, "With regard to the appointment and removal of the High-tech Zone District Chief, I can’t vote for you."

Wu Qiangwei was taken aback, thinking she had misheard.

They had eaten dinner and discussed matters, so why was there suddenly a change of mind?

Wang Jinming continued, "I can help you secure two votes. If you have a significant lead by then, I’ll cast my vote for you."

Wu Qiangwei thought for a moment and nodded slightly in understanding, "Alright."

Wang Jinming smiled at her and walked to the parking lot.

Soon after, Song Guanchao returned.

They got into the car, and Wu Qiangwei informed him about her conversation with Wang Jinming.

Song Guanchao was thoughtful for a moment before suddenly smiling, "Minister Wang doesn’t want to offend either side."

He wasn’t voting, yet he could help Wu Qiangwei secure two votes. It was obvious he didn’t want to offend Zhou Zheng.

To say offending is not quite accurate; he hopes to maintain good relations with all the standing committee members during his term in Jiangzhou.

After all, even if the Provincial Organization Department had a vacant position, and Lu Zhizhong voted for him, the department would still routinely consult other standing committee members for their opinions on Wang Jinming.

Most of the time, the consulted individuals would say some nice things about the promoted colleague during such routine procedures.

But if your relations are poor, there’s no telling if someone might seize the opportunity to cause trouble.

These evaluations have to be recorded in files.

As long as nothing goes wrong, there’s no problem; but should anything happen, someone might use it against you.

Since Wang Jinming could guarantee two votes, Wu Qiangwei didn’t mind.

As the car entered the community, Wu Qiangwei unfastened her seatbelt, saying, "Get some rest early."

It was unclear if this was meant for Song Guanchao or Wu Ming.

Song Guanchao responded with an "oh" and got out of the car, heading towards the building where he lived.

After walking some distance, he turned back, saw Wu Ming driving away, and returned.

As he entered the apartment building, his phone rang.

"Tan Xiang?" Seeing the caller ID, Song Guanchao was quite surprised.

He hadn’t contacted this police undercover, now free from her undercover role, for a long time.

He stepped back out of the building to answer the call, "What’s the matter, Chairman Tan?"

Tan Xiang’s voice was cool and melodious, "Who have you offended lately?"

Song Guanchao squinted, asking, "Why, is someone from the streets looking to trouble me?"

Tan Xiang said, "Someone wants to buy one of your arms."

"Tsk, quite bold of them. Seems they don’t take me, a Deputy Mayor-level official, seriously."

Song Guanchao asked, "Who is spreading this rumor?"

Tan Xiang replied, "Even if you find out who spread the rumor, you won’t figure out who hired the hit."

Song Guanchao said, "Leave that to me, Chairman Tan. I have my ways. You just tell me who spread the rumor."

Tan Xiang said, "Don’t disclose my identity."

"Don’t worry, I know the rules."

After hanging up, Song Guanchao looked up at the apartment building in front of him, then turned and headed home.

He’s in some danger now and needs to keep a distance from Wu Qiangwei.

He could guess who hired the hit; it was nothing more than those corrupt businesses, or Lin He.

He felt that Lin He was the most suspicious.

Upon returning home, he opened the message from Tan Xiang.

"Jin Yong!"

Song Guanchao noted down the name.

...

"Huff, huff~"

Sun Jiajun’s chest rose and fell deeply, his heavy breathing like the sound of bellows.

He lay naked on the bed, beside the equally unclothed Zhang Yan.

Over 40 now, his stamina had waned, but he was still putting effort into satisfying the insatiable Zhang Yan.

"Snap."

Zhang Yan sat up, lit a cigarette leaning against the headboard, her face flushed with a seductive glow.

She slowly exhaled a plume of smoke and asked, "What do you need me for?"

It was just a casual question. Sun Jiajun was very interested in her body, so he might have invited her over just for a simple fling.

Sun Jiajun propped himself up on his arm and said, "The say in the City Government is all in Wu Qiangwei’s hands; it’s hard for me here."

Zhang Yan glanced at him, "What’s the use of telling me, I’ve already retired."

Sun Jiajun said, "You’ve been a Vice Mayor for so many years, no one knows Jiangzhou better than you do."

Zhang Yan immediately understood, smiling, "What, looking to cozy up to some provincial leaders?"

"Yes." There was nothing wrong with admitting this; the fastest way to advance was to find a backer.

If you don’t have one, then find one.

After all, he was still the Deputy Mayor; though titular, the status still meant something.

He believed some leader would be willing to take him under their wing.

Once he’d found a good backer, even Wu Qiangwei would have to show him some respect.

Eventually, he’d be able to gradually gain some say in the City Government.

If he did nothing, Wu Qiangwei would suppress him for life, leaving no room for advancement.

Zhang Yan, her legs elegantly crossed, left arm across her chest, supported her right elbow with her left arm in a charming pose.

But at the moment, Sun Jiajun wasn’t very lustful, his eyes full of anticipation as he looked at her.

"Director Zhang from the Provincial Development and Reform Commission, if you have time, go pay her a visit," Zhang Yan suggested.

"Director Zhang..." Sun Jiajun’s eyes lit up, "Is she your sister?"

Zhang Yan rolled her eyes in a sultry manner, "What sister, just happened to share a surname is all."

"I thought you were sisters."

"Even the Mayor Sun has learned to flatter." Although she said this, Zhang Yan was quite pleased in her heart.

Who doesn’t like being told they look young, especially when she was already forty.

"Flatter who? If you didn’t tell me, who could guess your age?"

Sun Jiajun cocked his head and kissed her cheek, "Young enough that you could squeeze water from you. I bet you changed your ID age. Come, let uncle pamper you properly."

Zhang Yan chuckled flirtatiously, allowing him to lift her legs, press down his waist, and with a voice deep with pleasure, made sounds that could enchant one’s very soul.

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