Nominal: Who isn't a son-in-law?

At this point, Chu Shijun paused.

He also saw through Zhao Zhi's concerns, which were nothing more than considerations about his own future.

Given the current situation, Xia Qiusheng has no say in Zhao Zhi's desire to advance further, nor would he bother to speak to him.

Therefore, at this critical juncture, the attitude of Chu Shijun, the class monitor who has been with him for three years, is particularly important. Sometimes, as long as he can remain impartial, Zhao Zhi will have nothing to fear.

After understanding Zhao Zhi's ulterior motives, Chu Shijun advised, "As for your personal work arrangements, Comrade Zhao Zhi, the organization has always prioritized performance, vision, and responsibility. You have upheld the bottom line, withstood pressure, and maintained overall stability. You should understand that advancement, retreat, and rotation are all normal occurrences in the organization."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Zhixin's heart sank, but the next sentence excited him again.

"You don't need to worry too much right now. Just do your job well and keep the overall situation in Baijiang stable. In the early days of the new secretary's appointment, what is most needed is an old comrade like you who can stabilize the overall situation, understand the facts, and can provide a safety net. You are a senior cadre, and it is not easy to cultivate you. I believe that as long as you have the right attitude, take the initiative to connect, and cooperate in a pragmatic way, then I think the organization will carefully consider the subsequent arrangements."

At first glance, this sounds like a simple, comforting remark that anyone could say.

However, in Zhao Zhi's view, the situation was quite different when it came from Chu Shijun's mouth.

If he remembered correctly, two years ago Zhao Dagong was on the edge of a cliff and performed very well. Then Chu Shijun said something like "senior cadre..." and the other party worked diligently for another two years.

Now that it's his turn, he's guaranteed a win.

Moreover, if he knew Chu Shijun's evaluation of Li Dakang back in Handong, he would probably be even more convinced of this idea.

"Secretary Chu, I understand what you mean. Staying in line with my duties, acting with composure, and cooperating with the new secretary in a pragmatic manner to carry on the overall development of the province. I will definitely position myself correctly, fully cooperate with the new secretary and the new team, stabilize the foundation of Baijiang's development, safeguard the foundation laid by previous teams, and obey the organization's arrangements." Zhao Zhi nodded solemnly.

Chu Shijun nodded slightly, his eyes revealing approval: "To maintain this mindset and adhere to this principle is the foundation for a stable and far-reaching official career. In the transition between the old and the new, the most valuable thing is to stay true to one's principles and consider the overall situation."

"Comrade Zhao Zhi, the work in Baijiang is entrusted to you. Remember, give young people more opportunities and go to the grassroots level more often. They are the foundation and the future. Baijiang has a developed economy, so we must act in a way that reflects that development. In your daily lives, look to the west and the mountains, lend a helping hand, and work together to continue striving to realize our great ideal." Chu Shijun extended his hand.

"must!"

Zhao Zhi extended his hands, and the two shook hands firmly.

With the conversation with the provincial party committee leadership and the one-on-one private meeting with Zhao Zhi concluded, Chu Shijun's departure from Baijiang was completed in a closed loop, including all the handover procedures, briefings to the leadership team, and work handover.

After Zhong Zhenguo witnessed and verified that all matters were correct, the Organization Department's working group prepared to depart for Dongjiang Province to advance a series of subsequent tasks, including the official announcement of his arrival and the pre-appointment interview.

Meanwhile, before the new secretary arrives, the work in Baijiang will be presided over by Li Dakang, the full-time deputy secretary and secretary of the Zhencheng Municipal Party Committee, with Governor Zhao Zhi in charge of overall coordination and responsible for the work across the province.

The departure was scheduled for the early morning of the following day.

The entire provincial leadership team arrived at the compound. Chu Shijun shook hands with everyone, exchanged brief messages, and then boarded the Coaster with Zhong Zhenguo.

Ahead, motorcycle police and other vehicles led the way, and the convoy drove smoothly toward Heitu Airport.

Along the way, traffic lights changed smoothly, and the traffic police on duty saluted as they watched the vehicles drive away.

On the street, some people who were interested in this matter stopped and explained it to those around them who didn't understand.

After all, after Zhong Zhenguo announced his dismissal, he published a public notice in authoritative media outlets such as the Daxia Daily on the same day, directly stating his next destination.

So, those who usually follow this kind of thing know that he's gone, but he's coming.

About fifty minutes later, the motorcade arrived at the airport. Chu Shijun stood by the ladder, waved to the airport staff, and then turned to ascend the throne.

Twenty minutes later, following instructions from the control tower, the plane took off smoothly and headed straight for Dongjiang.

At the same time.

Each of the accounts of Baijiang Province on the short video platform simultaneously posted a video.

The video showcases the changes in Baijiang over the past three years, including breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, steady improvement in economic data, the establishment of a new logistics hub in Baijiang Province, and numerous visits by leading cadres to grassroots levels for research, featuring documentary photos of fields, workshops, docks, and counterpart assistance areas.

The images flashed by frame by frame, and finally, they came to three years ago, when Chu Shijun first stood in front of the Baijiang Provincial Party Committee building.

With text:

This farewell marks my departure to Baijiang.

Riding the wind eastward.

Don't say the journey is long,

The river waters rise with the tide. (Ahem!)

……

on the plane.

Looking out the window at the gradually widening view below, and the unfolding panorama of the Milky Way, Chu Shijun felt an indescribable sense of emotion.

It's been another three years since Handong.

Looking back thirty years, I was a spirited young man at Han University, and now I am fifty-two.

Confucius said: "At fifty, one knows the mandate of Heaven; one is no longer young."

On the left side of the aisle, Zhong Zhenguo turned his head, stared at him for a few seconds, and asked, "Comrade Shijun, what are you thinking about?"

This sound pulled Chu Shijun back to the present moment. He turned his head, shook his head slightly, and said, "I was thinking about some things. It's just that I feel I'm not young anymore."

Upon hearing this, the rest of the passengers fell silent for a moment.

Ye Wentao, the security staff, Zhong Zhenguo and his men, and those sitting together couldn't help but look at each other in bewilderment. Well, you're not young anymore. Let me ask you, what about us? Let me ask you, what were you doing at our age?

Zhong Zhenguo's face stiffened, and black lines appeared on his forehead. "You're not young anymore, so what about me?"

"Comrade Shijun, what you're saying makes me a little ashamed," Zhong Zhenguo shook his head with a half-smile, then closed his eyes slightly. "Let's rest for a while. It's over. We have a meeting this afternoon."

Chu Shijun chuckled softly, realizing that those words had indeed hit a nerve.

Seeing that Zhong Zhenguo had closed his eyes to rest, he wasn't sleepy at the moment, so he asked Ye Wentao for a document about Dongjiang and continued to look through it.

This is a new challenge for him.

There were no major external difficulties, but for him personally, it was a new experience.

How to achieve outstanding results in an economically prosperous region, and how to make new breakthroughs and developments in personal thinking and cognition are all challenges that will be faced soon.

Therefore, some of the work approaches we used in other places need to be adjusted and changed.

Of course, the focus will not change; it will still be on the grassroots and people's livelihood.

He aims to leverage the locational and economic advantages of Dongjiang to drive development in the central and western regions and improve the lives of ordinary people.

About two and a half hours later, the plane landed at Dongqiao Airport in Donghai City, Dongjiang Province.