In the name of supernatural powers

Chapter 110 The Deputy Mayor's Call (Second Update, Seeking First Subscription)
After a moment of silence, Zhang Like realized he couldn't persuade Lu Zhao, and suggested:

"Should we wait until the flood control is over? You just dealt with Liang Fei, and if you get rid of Mo Kun too, it might cause unrest among the people. Besides, if anything goes wrong with the flood control, you'll be held responsible."

"Keep him around now so that someone can take the blame if something goes wrong."

It's impossible to say that Mo Kun didn't embezzle procurement funds; in the event of an emergency, the logistics department would inevitably encounter problems.

Taking over at this point would be like tasting a hot potato.

Lu Zhao shook his head and said, "I want to set up a logistics department because I'm afraid they'll have problems with flood control, not because I want to fight for power and profit."

Zhang Like warned, "The logistics department is bound to have problems, and the flood season is earlier than usual this year. If you get rid of him, you'll be held responsible for any problems that arise."

Lu Zhao replied calmly and firmly: "What kind of official are you if you're afraid of taking responsibility? Protecting the personal safety and property of the people in the Ant Ridge area is my duty as the head of the border station."

Zhang Like stopped advising, because Lu Zhaocai was the leader.

The relationship between the two remained unchanged, and Lu Zhao did not put on airs with Zhang Like, but substantial changes had already occurred.

Previously, Zhang Like didn't have any particular feelings towards Lu Zhao, only that he was too upright and would easily offend people.

In ordinary times, when something happens, he can give you a few words of advice and say things like "go with the flow".

Now that Lu Zhao has become his leader, his uprightness and incorruptibility have created a huge sense of oppression, to the point that Zhang Like is finding it hard to withstand.

He subconsciously wondered: If he made a mistake, would Lu Zhao uphold justice and even kill his own family?
Such things can only be verified when they actually happen, and Zhang Like hopes that the time for verification will never come.

Therefore, he did not accept Mo Kun's bribe.

At that moment, footsteps came from outside the door. Liu Qiang knocked and came in with several soldiers.

"Brother Lu, Uncle, can we start moving now?"

Zhang Like asked in confusion, "Move what?"

Liu Qiang explained, "Brother Lu said that the furniture here does not meet the standards, so he plans to move it to you, Uncle."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Like felt a huge weight lifted from his heart, and all the pressure vanished in an instant.

He said with a big smile, "Oh dear, I'm so sorry, Old Lu is just so inflexible. If you don't want to enjoy it, then I'll enjoy it for you."

"This coffee table is nice. Even if Lao Lu doesn't drink tea, you can take it with you."

He used to be the one directing Lu Zhao, but now it's time for him to adjust his position. If Lu Zhao, as the leader, wants to deal with Mo Kun, then he should deal with him, instead of offering opposing opinions.

We must not wait until the contradictions accumulate and eventually erupt, resulting in a lose-lose situation.

No matter how domineering Lu Zhao is, he's still a brother who's risked his life for me. How could he possibly take away a single drop of soup from me?
Isn't this just thinking of your brothers when there's something good to be had?
After Zhang Like left, Lu Zhao calmed himself down and dialed Lin Zhiyan's number.

"Hey……"

"Still not awake at this hour?"

"No..."

The voice on the other end of the phone sounded weak and listless, clearly indicating that the person had just woken up.

Lu Zhao said, "I received orders from the organization this morning to appoint me as the head of the border station. Is this your arrangement?"

"The border station chief?"

Lin Zhiyan's voice was a little dazed. After his mind gradually cleared from sleep, he finally figured out the situation after some confirmation.

She said, "This wasn't arranged by me, nor do I have the ability to arrange it. Do you think I'm some kind of emperor emeritus, only able to operate according to the rules?"

"Only Zhao De can help you with this. What is he doing?"

It's understandable that he reached an agreement with Lu Zhao, but Lu Zhao would never cooperate with him.

Lu Zhao said, "They might be trying to use me as a tool to kill someone, making me fight with Wei Jiahong."

Lin Zhiyan said, "That doesn't mean the charges against him can be dropped. A report can't be withdrawn just like that. Once the process is initiated, it's not something that can be stopped by individual will."

Just like in the previous smuggling case, when Lu Zhao submitted the lawsuit to the Supreme Court of Daoyuan, the first reaction of all parties was not to remove him, but to stop the proceedings.

"Take the benefits if they come your way. I can guarantee that as long as you don't make any mistakes, you'll only get promoted, not demoted."

"Oh right, now that you're a chief clerk, you already have your resume, right?"

Lin Zhiyan realized what was happening and a slightly joyful voice came through the phone. "That way, when you go to Cangwu next year, I'll have Aunt Ding arrange for you to be the branch captain directly, so you won't have to suffer in the special counter-insurgency unit again."

"Thank you."

Lu Zhao couldn't help but sigh that it was indeed good to be under a big tree; with just one sentence, he had saved himself several years of work.

It took Chen Hongtao five years to rise from deputy to full president, while I was able to do it all in one step.

If one has no powerful backing, even with outstanding achievements, it is impossible to immediately be appointed as a powerful official in a developed region.

Both ability and background are necessary; neither should be favored over the other.
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That afternoon, the county-level security command issued a transfer order, transferring Mo Kunren, the logistics section chief, to the communications staff position, which was filled by Liang Chao, the mobile company commander appointed by Lu Zhao.

The transfer order was issued very quickly, and Lu Zhao's proposal was almost unimpeded, receiving a response on the same day it was sent out.

Lin Zhiyan certainly deserves credit for this.

Lu Zhao did not ask the other party to take action, and Miss Lin had no interest in interfering with a mere logistics section chief.

Just because Lu Zhao sided with the Liu faction, the Liu faction would provide him with conveniences on many minor issues.

The Chief of Police may have simply glanced at his name and approved it without any complicated reasons or considerations.

The side effect was panic; officials of all ranks who were not in Zhang Lu's camp were somewhat uneasy.

Many junior leaders are afraid that they will be the next to be purged.

Office of the border station chief.

Lin Yongkang, the former company commander of the support company, knocked on the door and entered the room after receiving permission.

A handsome military officer sat behind his desk, signing documents with his head down. Every transfer to a new position required the preparation and submission of numerous reports.

He walked three steps away from the desk, stood at attention, saluted, and said, "Report! Lin Yongkang, the former company commander of the support company, has accepted the organization's transfer and has come to report to you."

This position was originally intended for Liao Lang. Zhang Like had two officers toast Lu Zhao separately: Liao Lang and Liang Chao.

These two men were among the more respected officers in the company.

However, Liao Lang had a precedent of meeting with the Special Counter-Terrorism Unit privately, which was when Lu Zhao first led people into the city to cooperate with the special task force's investigation.

At that time, border stations could only bring one squad of people, and they were not allowed to bring weapons; they had to obtain them from the Special Counter-Strike Force.

It's not wrong for people to strive for higher positions, but they should also bear the consequences.

"Comrade Lin Yongkang, this is the letter of appointment."

Lu Zhao handed the signed documents to the other party and instructed, "A new broom sweeps clean, so I want you to carefully check the logistics department's warehouse and the bills from previous years."

Lin Yongkang responded, "Yes!"

Without needing any prompting, he already knew what to do.

No sooner had Lin Yongkang left than the landline on the table rang.

After Lu Zhao answered the call, a male voice came through and got straight to the point: "Ant Ridge Border Station? This is Deputy Mayor Wei Jiahong."

Why did Wei Jiahong, the deputy mayor of Fangcheng District, call?
Just like Chen Hongtao at the border station, Wei Jiahong, the deputy mayor, is also a nobody on weekdays. He may appear in many public occasions, but people will only notice Zhao De.

A deputy usually only becomes relevant when the main person in charge is in trouble.

Lu Zhao learned from Lin Zhiyan about Zhao De's accident, and the deputy mayor stabbed Zhao De in the back.

The other party will likely temporarily assume the city's executive power. They may have already taken over the work, but the process has not yet been completed and announced to the public.

There was no conflict between the two. Lu Zhao maintained a basic level of respect and said, "Hello, Deputy Mayor, I am Lu Zhao, the station chief of Ant Ridge Border Station."

"There's something I need to tell you. Flood control logistics is of utmost importance, and there should be no personnel changes at the border station in the near future."

On the other end of the phone, the tone was arrogant and aggressive, seemingly expressing some kind of dissatisfaction.

“I hope Station Chief Lu will give this matter serious consideration, especially regarding logistical matters.”

Compared to Zhao De's impeccable composure, this deputy mayor's emotions were quite obvious, and his thoughts were easy to guess.

He wanted to protect Mo Kun, because Mo Kun was his man.

(End of this chapter)