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The two nannies made preparations in advance, and made a large table of dishes in the evening. Naturally, the two men must drink when they are together.When Zhao Decun saw that what Mu Guoxing brought was the special wine with gold letters on a white background, his eyes immediately lit up with excitement. He knew that this kind of wine was exclusively for the central leadership.

The two bottles of wine were drank quickly, but when Mu Guoxing wanted to open a third bottle of wine, Zhao Ting firmly stopped him.Zhao Ting knew that her father would definitely talk to Mu Guoxing about things to do in the capital after a while, and if he drank too much and talked nonsense in front of Mu Guoxing, what would Mu Guoxing think of their family?

"Okay, one bottle is enough for one person, no matter how good the wine is, it's still wine, and drinking too much will hurt your body."

After dinner, Zhao Ting and Zhou Xianglan naturally went to whisper their mother-daughter conversations, and Mu Guoxing and Zhao Decun came to the living room.As soon as he sat down, Zhao Decun spoke.

"Guoxing, have you made arrangements for my visit to Secretary Mu?"

Mu Guoxing smiled: "My third uncle is currently inspecting the place below, and he probably will be back tomorrow afternoon. The day after tomorrow is the weekend, and he invited you to his house for dinner. He is very happy to hear that you are coming to see him."

Zhao Decun nodded: "Guoxing, I don't have to hide anything from you, I came to the capital this time to run for an official position!"

Mu Guoxing laughed and thought to himself, it seems that Zhao Decun really didn't regard himself as an outsider, and he even talked about running away from an official in front of him!

In fact, Mu Guoxing knew that Zhao Decun was coming to the capital to run for office that night, and he also asked his father about the official situation in Hexi Province. Only then did he know why Zhao Decun set his sights on the position of governor again.

Recently, the central government is preparing to adjust the work of the first and second leaders in some provinces, including Yu Chenghai, the governor of Hexi Province.Due to Yu Chenghai's outstanding work in Hexi Province in recent years, the central government plans to transfer him to Longjiang Province as the secretary of the provincial party committee.

Now the competition for the vacated position of governor is very fierce, and several big families are trying to do everything possible to put their own people in.Because everyone knows that Hexi Province has always been a province that is most likely to make political achievements. The main reason is that the officials there are relatively clean. The previous provincial party committees and provincial governments have highlighted the word stability in their work.

That's the fact. First there was Mu Congwen, who is now a member of the Political Bureau of the Beijing Municipal Party Committee Secretary. This time, Yu Chenghai was transferred to the Provincial Party Committee Secretary. Although he was still at the ministerial level, he was obviously promoted.

"Uncle Zhao, Zhao Ting also told me the purpose of your visit. I also asked my father about the situation in Hexi Province from the side. Since we are not outsiders, I will tell you the truth. For the position of Governor of Hexi, there is fierce competition in the capital right now. Whether you will be able to fulfill your wish is still unknown."

Zhao Decun was silent for a moment, took a sip of tea from his teacup, and said, "Guoxing, I will reach the age limit next year. This is my last chance. If I can't go any further, I have no choice but to go home." Retirement. But look at my body, will there be any problems if I work for another ten or eight years? If I really let me retire, why don’t I get sick?”

Mu Guoxing thought about it for a while, and it was indeed the truth. However, the central government is very cautious about the appointment of a governor, especially for an important province like Hexi Province, let alone one or two political families. , must go through a long period of deliberation and discussion before it can be settled.In addition to considering the balance of interests, it is also necessary to consider whether the person promoted is really capable of taking on this responsibility.

VIP 110 [-] Chapter [-] Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee

Mu Guoxing knew a lot about Zhao Decun.Although there is a certain ability to work, but if you want to control such a large economically powerful province, the ability is slightly insufficient.Since Mu Guoxing can see it, presumably Mr. Mu and the leaders of the central government are also very clear in their hearts.

"Uncle Zhao, the central government has always been very cautious about the selection of the top leaders of the party and government in a province. This is not something that can be decided by any one person. He must not only consider the issue of political balance, but also consider this candidate. In fact, I think it would be a good choice for you to go to the Provincial People’s Congress or the Provincial Political Consultative Conference before your age reaches the threshold. In this respect, the competition is not so fierce in comparison!”

It's not that Zhao Decun hasn't thought about this issue, but he always thinks that relying on the influence of the old Mu's family, it's the best thing to be the governor of the province.With the influence of the old man and the power of Mu Congjun, as long as he can fight for it sincerely, there is still hope.Just because his mind was too keen on the position of governor, he ignored what Mu Guoxing said about people's comprehensive ability.

"Guoxing, my work achievements in Hexi Province in the past few years are obvious to all. Comrades Jiachu and Comrades Chenghai appreciate me very much. This has also created strong conditions for me to win the position of governor. If I can fight for a little , is not hopeless."

Hearing that Zhao Decun was still so stubborn, Mu Guoxing didn't say anything more. He couldn't persuade Zhao Decun on this matter, so he had to let his third uncle do the work for Zhao Decun in two days.Presumably, Zhao Decun would not dare not listen to what the third uncle said.Thinking of this, Mu Guoxing smiled, filled Zhao Decun's cup with water, and picked it up to drink himself.

Mu Congjun's residence is located in a new high-end villa area newly built by the Beijing Municipal Committee. The security here is also heavily guarded. When Mu Guoxing drove to the gate with Zhao Decun and his wife, Mu Guoxing's cousin Mu Jie was already waiting there. .

"Brother!" When Mu Jie saw Mu Guoxing, she hurried up to greet him and opened the car door, and asked with a smile, "Why didn't you bring your sister-in-law and two nephews, I miss them."

Mu Guoxing looked at his younger sister with a smile: "You are an adult after you get married, why are you still so hot?"

"Brother, don't wait for this, criticize me as soon as we meet, see if I don't ask my sister-in-law to sue you!"

Zhao Decun and his wife also opened the car door and got out: "Xiaojie, do you still know Uncle Zhao?"

"I know, I know, Uncle Zhao, Aunt Zhou, hello, my father asked me to welcome you!"

The eldest lady of the municipal party secretary's house was here, so the guards naturally didn't dare to check Mu Guoxing's car, let alone let them go through the cumbersome registration procedures. drive away.

The car drove for a while, and stopped at a small courtyard under Mu Jie's guidance. This was Mu Guoxing's first visit to his third uncle's house, so he naturally felt a little new about everything here.

Not far from the small courtyard is a small man-made lake, along the lake are planted full of willows, a small pier moored a boat, not far past, there is a gazebo.There is such a quiet place in the bustling city center of Beijing, which is a good place to relax.

Walking into the small courtyard, a staff member greeted him and said with a smile, "Secretary Mu is waiting for you in the living room."

The small courtyard is still very wide. There is a path paved with cobblestones leading directly to the small building from the entrance of the small courtyard. Colorful flowers and plants are planted on both sides of the path.To the east of the yard is a flower house inlaid with glass, to the west is a rockery, and an artificial fountain is spraying pearl-like drops of water into the air.

Mu Guoxing's third aunt, Wen Ruyu, stood at the door of the small building and looked at them with a smile. She first shook hands with Zhao Decun and his wife, and then glared at Mu Guoxing: "Boy, we have moved here for so long. This is the first time you have come to see me, if Governor Zhao hadn't come today, wouldn't you have planned to visit our house?"

Mu Guoxing also smiled: "Third Aunt, can you save me some face in front of Governor Zhao? You think it's easy to do if I come less often. I will bring those children tomorrow and live here every day. , see if you are bored?"

Standing at the door of the living room, Mu Congwen saw Zhao Decun and his wife extended their hands with a smile: "Comrade Decun, Comrade Xianglan, thank you for coming to see me!"

Zhao Decun's face was full of smiles: "Secretary Mu, I have wanted to visit you for a long time. Considering that your work is too busy, I don't have the nerve to bother you!"

Mu Congwen smiled and said nothing, and called everyone to sit down on the sofa.Mu Congwen looked at Mu Guoxing who was sitting next to him, and said with a smile, "Guoxing, you must have been criticized by your third aunt. She asked me many times, why haven't you come here for so long?" Where is our home?"

Mu Guoxing said embarrassingly: "Third Uncle, you can't blame me entirely. I am far away in Anjiang. Even if I want to come, I have more energy than I want! Please forgive my nephew!"

Mu Congwen also smiled: "You bastard, you're playing tricks on me here and dragging Wen up, that's enough, let's not talk about you, remember to visit your third aunt more often in the future!"

The staff served the tea, and Mu Congjun glanced at Mu Guoxing intentionally or unintentionally.Mu Guoxing knew that his third uncle had something to talk to Zhao Decun, so he stood up with a smile: "Third uncle, Governor Zhao, you talk, I'll go and see my third aunt, or I will be criticized again! "

"This kid!"

Through the simple conversation between the uncle and nephew just now, Zhao Decun and his wife felt that Mu Congwen still loved Mu Guoxing very much.It's no wonder that the three old brothers Mu Congjun are just such a male, if they don't love him, who should they love!

"Comrade De Cun, is this visit to Beijing for business or to see your daughter?"

"Hehe, Secretary Mu, our main purpose of coming to Beijing this time is to visit you! Seeing your daughter is only part of it."

Mu Congwen knew that what Zhao Decun said was a lie, no matter in the officialdom, it is necessary to tell a lie, because the lie sounds pleasing to the ear, and it is also pleasing to the mouth.

"How is the situation in Hexi Province now? Is your work going well?"

Before coming to Beijing, Zhao Decun had already prepared all these things. Even what Mu Congwen asked, how he should answer, and what expression he should have, all had been rehearsed several times in his heart.

Hearing Mu Congwen's question, Zhao Decun still pretended to be thinking and paused before saying: "Secretary Mu, the current situation in Hexi Province is generally good, but this is all due to your work in Hexi Province. Time to lay the groundwork!"

Mu Congwen nodded: "A good foundation is only one aspect, and what is more important is the efforts of the provincial party committee. Comrade Jiachu is a good comrade who cares about the overall situation and is capable of working. The central government asked him to serve as the Hexi The provincial party secretary has chosen the right person."

"Secretary Mu, you are right. Comrade Jiachu is still very supportive of the work of the provincial government. Under the leadership of Comrade Cheng Hai, the provincial government has also made great achievements in various tasks, and has been commended by the central government many times. !"

Mu Congwen glanced at Zhao Decun: "Comrade Cheng Hai is also a very good comrade, and the central government has fully affirmed his work ability!"

When Zhao Decun saw that the topic was brought up to Yu Chenghai, he was secretly happy, thinking that the preparations he had made before coming to Beijing were not in vain.

"Secretary Mu, I've heard rumors that the central government is going to add more burdens to Comrade Cheng Hai. If he leaves Hexi Province, it will be a great loss to our work in Hexi Province!"

Mu Congwen immediately understood the real purpose of Zhao Decun's visit to him this time. For Zhao Decun, an old subordinate, it can be said that no one knows him better than Mu Congwen.

If Zhao Decun can make good use of him, he will definitely be a loyal, conscientious and cautious helper.However, what he lacks is the ability to take over the overall situation. If he is allowed to take charge of one side, he will only be more conservative than pioneering.

Now the central government is vigorously advocating the rejuvenation and intellectualization of cadres. Judging from Zhao Decun’s current age, he is not at an advantage, and the level of knowledge structure is relatively low. Considering these two aspects, the central government will definitely not let him succeed Yu Chenghai. As the governor of Hexi Province!

VIP One Thousand 210 Chapter Three

Mu Congwen felt that it was necessary to pour cold water on Zhao Decun, otherwise, if Zhao Decun had the support of the Mu family, and then went around to make troubles, it would not only be detrimental to himself, but also extremely bad to the old Mu family. affected.

"Comrade De Cun, young and educated cadres are one of the important criteria for the use of cadres by the central government. The new generation of central leadership pays special attention to this aspect. When I was in Hexi Province, I told you several times that let You have to find time to strengthen your studies, and you have given up the opportunity for further study several times because of your busy work, and now it seems that it is indeed a pity."

Mu Congwen said these words with a somewhat critical tone, and also implying to Zhao Decun that you are too old and have a low level of education. In this competition for governor, you are basically hopeless.The reason is also very clear. If you are promoted, it will not meet the requirements of the central government for young and educated cadres.