Zhang Wen's name

Upon hearing the news, Political Commissar Wang immediately dialed Zhang Wen's number.

"Governor Zhang, the situation may have changed slightly. We just consulted with the higher-ups, and they have agreed, but the number of people may have changed a bit."

Zhang Wen looked helpless after hearing this. "I just want a regiment, is that not allowed?"

"Political Commissar Wang, one battalion will do. It'll do. I can send more police over, but the results won't be as good as yours."

"Not a battalion, but a brigade."

Zhang Wen was genuinely surprised. "Are you guys playing this big? A brigade has 5000 people!"

"Political Commissar Wang, are you sure you're not mistaken? A brigade has 5000 people."

"That's right, it's 5000 people. Our commander said that since it's a normal activity, our military region can't be stingy."

Zhang Wen was very excited after hearing this; a brigade like that was quite impressive.

"Thank you, Political Commissar Wang. I can't prepare anything else, but I'll definitely make sure the food will satisfy those young men."

"Governor Zhang, I forgot to tell you, Commander Li and I will both be attending."

Zhang Wen was speechless. He already knew the two of them liked to join in the fun. He didn't expect them to be so addicted.

"Political Commissar Wang, then I've come on behalf of the Provincial Party Committee."

"Governor Zhang, we will not stay with you. We are prepared to stand guard with the soldiers."

Zhang Wen hesitated after hearing this. After all, they were there to help, so how could he ask them to stand guard as well?

"Political Commissar Wang, why don't you come to the sports park? It's a good location here."

"No need, we are soldiers, we should stay with our soldiers."

"Okay, then ask the young men if there's anything they particularly want to eat, and our government will arrange it for you."

Political Commissar Wang became excited upon hearing this, as he already knew Zhang Wen was a generous person.

"Give us each a deluxe seafood set meal."

Zhang Wen was speechless. Who do you think you are, eating a seafood set meal? If others see this, they'll think we Handong people don't know how to behave.

"Political Commissar Wang, would you like to eat something else? I feel the weather is a bit cold, so seafood isn't really suitable."

Political Commissar Wang thought he had shouted too loudly and felt a little embarrassed.

"Let's each have a roast duck, and some local snacks too."

"Political Commissar Wang, let me explain. We've prepared 2 set meals at around 300 yuan each. You can arrange what you want to eat yourself; we'll give you the menu."

Commissar Wang was astonished by such a generous gesture; this was truly a big spender.

"Governor Zhang, isn't this a bit too extravagant? After all, it costs several million."

"Don't worry, I won't do anything that loses money. As long as this event is well organized, we can earn at least 200 billion yuan a year."

Political Commissar Wang looked on with admiration; Zhang Wen was indeed a shrewd strategist.

"Then I'm relieved. Just reserve 6000 servings for us, and you can arrange for someone to bring the menu later."

"Okay, you guys make the arrangements. I'll distribute them all that night."

Political Commissar Wang was still feeling dizzy after hanging up the phone. Was this the number one money god in Handong? He was indeed very generous.

After seeing Political Commissar Wang hang up the phone, Li Aiguo seemed completely lost.

"Old Wang, what's wrong? Is your wife going to beat you up?"

Political Commissar Wang was speechless after hearing this; it's true what they say, you can't expect anything good to come out of a dog's mouth.

"Old Li, my wife would never have the heart to beat me. She's too worried about me to care for me."

"How come I remember last time, when you talked a few extra words with a woman, you were punished by having to kneel on a washboard?"

Political Commissar Wang looked frustrated after hearing this; indeed, the truth was the best weapon.

"Old Li, you're no different. Your wife always scolds you."

After they finished speaking, the two looked at each other and both sighed deeply.

"Old Li, do you know what kind of food Zhang Wen prepared for us?"

Seeing the mysterious look on Political Commissar Wang's face, Li Aiguo was also very curious.

"Old Wang, stop keeping me in suspense and just tell me."

"Zhang Wen gave us a set meal for 300 yuan each, and he will arrange for someone to bring the menu over later."

Li Aiguo was also surprised, and his expression suddenly changed.

"Isn't this a violation of hospitality standards? We don't have such high standards."

"It seems he's allocating this money to tourism promotion investment. Besides, what's wrong with us going to help out and getting a decent meal? We're doing odd jobs at the landlord's house, and they even provide meals for us."

"Don't worry, Zhang Wen applied for around 8000 million yuan for this fireworks show."

Li Aiguo was a little envious; the higher-ups had actually approved such a sum of money.

"Aren't the higher-ups worried that he'll waste that 8000 million?"

"You don't understand, do you? This is a city-themed fireworks show, so he's not just setting them off randomly. I heard their fireworks are made locally in Handong. I feel like he wants to make a name for this fireworks manufacturing base."

"This Zhang Wen, how come he's so clever? If this event succeeds, there's great potential for development in tourism and other fields as well."

"Alright, let's not talk about this anymore. Let's take a look at the menu first."

10 minute later.

The guard walked in carrying a menu—you heard me right, a menu.

Political Commissar Wang and Li Aiguo were shocked when they saw the menu. "Zhang Wen, what are you trying to do?"

"Xiao Li, are you sure you didn't pick up the wrong one? How come there's such a thick menu? I think it's at least 30 pages long."

Xiao Li was also a bit confused; he was questioning his life when he saw the person deliver it.

"Commander, it was sent from the government. I delivered it as soon as I received it."

"Okay, you can go out now."

Political Commissar Wang took the menu and looked at it, then said excitedly.

"Old Li, it is indeed a menu, but it has some pictures, so it looks a bit long. Why don't you go and ask the soldiers what they want to eat?"

Li Aiguo shook his head after hearing this. After all, not everyone would go this time. If he went to ask, those who weren't selected would definitely have complaints. If the government simply distributed the aid on-site, then it would be a government welfare benefit.

"Forget it, let's just choose what we want to do."

Political Commissar Wang understood immediately: the problem wasn't scarcity, but inequality.

"Then let's choose something a bit more expensive. I think the king crab legs are pretty good, and the tuna is also good. The abalone is alright, and the sea cucumber is quite good too."

Li Aiguo was speechless after hearing this. "What were you thinking, eating seafood in this cold weather?"

"Old Wang, shut up. Is seafood something to eat this season? Are you trying to warm yourself up by grabbing something? The weather's getting a bit chilly."

Commissar Wang was a little embarrassed; he just wanted to choose something more expensive.

"Old Li, I couldn't resist seeing so many good things."

"I'll choose: a pot of Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, a fried rice with sea cucumber and abalone, and two king crab legs. Finally, a roast duck for the two of us."

"Your combination is alright. The government could probably make it for less than 300 yuan."

"As long as the soldiers are full, that's good. Besides, these things taste pretty good, and I think the soldiers will definitely like them."

"Okay, I'll have Zhang Wen and the others make the arrangements later."

"Then I'll arrange for them to train. I'm afraid they'll let me down if they don't train."

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Military camp of the Handong Provincial Military Sub-district.

Li Aiguo notified all officers and soldiers to assemble.

"Comrades, we've received orders from above to send a brigade to maintain order. I'll now allocate the slots equally among the regiments, and you'll draw lots to decide."

After Li Aiguo finished speaking, he notified several brigade commanders to hold a meeting.

"Commander, I think this is unfair. Our 1st Brigade is the elite force, and only we are capable of handling this kind of operation."

"Wang Datou, you're talking nonsense! When did you become the sharpest blade in our military region? Who was the last one in the last army-wide competition?"

"Li Da Nao, you have the nerve to say that? I was just careless and didn't dodge. If you've got the guts, let's get into a fight."

"Wang Datou, you haven't left yet? Our military region only has 4 brigades and you're at the bottom. Where do you think you can escape to?"

"If our 4th Brigade supports the 3rd Brigade Commander, Commander, I don't think I'm qualified to be last."

Li Aiguo felt a headache coming on when he saw them arguing again.

"Quiet down, let me explain our mission. Our mission is very simple: to form a cordon and maintain order at the scene."

Everyone was speechless after hearing this; they thought it was some important mission, but it turned out to be this again.

Li Aiguo could tell what they were thinking just by looking at their expressions.

"Do you think this mission is too easy? Let me tell you, this time we're going to the fireworks show organized by Zhang Wen, the governor of Handong Province. According to our information, there are about 20 people there, so our mission is very important."

Hearing this, everyone was surprised. They were actually playing for such a high stakes.

"Commander, we'll make the arrangements in a moment. We guarantee we'll complete the mission."

"Don't worry, Governor Zhang was very generous this time, ordering a set meal worth about 300 yuan for the soldiers who helped maintain order."

Everyone was stunned; this was incredibly extravagant.

Li Aiguo was very satisfied with their expressions; this was exactly the effect he wanted.

"You guys hurry up and make the arrangements. Once each group selects its members, you all need to rehearse together right away. Remember one thing: you absolutely cannot let me down on the spot again, or you'll all be punished."

"Yes, mission accomplished."