In name only: In the name of Zhao Mengsheng's son!

"Secretary Sha! Good morning!"

The next morning, Zhao Zhongxin was on his way to work when he saw Sha Ruijin getting ready to get in the car. The two lived next door to each other, so they were practically inseparable.

"Governor Zhao! Good morning! Take my car, it's been so long since we chatted! No, it feels like we've been in Handong for over three years and haven't talked even once!"

Sha Ruijin is no longer as spirited as he was three years ago. He has a lot more gray hair at his temples because there is no way for him to advance. Handong is now his place to retire!

"Alright, but Secretary Sha, we did have a chat, didn't you? Three years ago, we were both sent here by the Organization Minister! It's just that back then you thought I was a dissolute young man and didn't want to chat with me! Hahaha!"

Zhao Zhongxin was just joking. What Sha Ruijin lacked was a strong foundation. This person was very capable. If he had a family or if his adoptive fathers like Chen Yanshi were outstanding, he might have been able to reach the second level. It's just a pity that the second level position is so competitive that it's like a radish stuck in a hole. Unless you're willing to take a sinecure, but nobody wants to take a sinecure!

Is being the ruler of a province more comfortable than retiring in Beijing?

Sha Ruijin was stunned for a moment, then realized that Zhao Zhongxin was joking, and then burst into laughter!

"Hahaha, I'm just afraid of your martial arts skills, Governor Zhao!"

"Hahaha, Secretary Sha, don't misunderstand me. Zhao has stopped hitting people; he's been successfully reformed! And Zhao's fists only hit corrupt officials!"

Zhao Zhongxin smiled and got into the car through the door opened by Secretary Bai, nodding slightly at him. Secretary Bai also greeted him in return.

"Governor Zhao, hello!"

"Hello!"

Then Secretary Bai opened the car door for Sha Ruijin, who got in. Secretary Bai then sat in the passenger seat, and the car started moving. Zhao Zhongxin's car followed behind.

"Secretary Sha, what would you like to talk to me about?"

In the car, Zhao Zhongxin handed Sha Ruijin a cigarette, which Sha Ruijin accepted. After lighting it, Zhao Zhongxin asked, "..."

"Sigh, Comrade Zhongxin, why do you ask such a question when you already know the answer? My old leader transferred his nephew, Zhong Jianjun, to Handong. Handong already got rid of Hou Liangping, and I feel that this Zhong Jianjun is the current Hou Liangping!"

Sha Ruijin couldn't help but sigh. He said this as a strategic retreat, because Zhong Zhengguo had called him yesterday, asking him to protect his nephew and prevent Zhao Zhongxin from executing him on the spot.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Zhongxin couldn't help but sneer!

"Secretary Sha's words are insightful, but I think he, Zhong Jianjun, is still the future Zhao Lichun!"

Upon hearing this, Sha Ruijin nodded subconsciously, but quickly thought about what he had come here for today!

"That's true, but my old leader asked me to pass on a message to you, Comrade Zhongxin! He hopes..."

"Oh? Then issue the decree!"

Zhao Zhongxin interrupted Sha Ruijin with a smile. Sha Ruijin was a little confused, and almost dropped the cigarette in his hand. What did he mean by "transmitting an imperial edict"? His old leader didn't mean it that way at all. "It's your father who delivers the message!"

"No, Comrade Zhongxin, you've misunderstood. What the old leader meant was that as long as you ignore Zhong Jianjun, he owes you a favor on behalf of the Zhong family!"

Sha Ruijin smiled. Zhao Zhongxin raised an eyebrow. It seems that Zhong Zhengguo is a kind man. He can't let go of his brother and son. But that's normal. If Zhao Zhongxin were him, he couldn't let go either. His brother sacrificed himself for the country, leaving only his bloodline. Moreover, from Zhong Zhengguo's perspective, if his brother hadn't died, he wouldn't have had the Zhong family's resources, and he wouldn't have reached his current status!

I definitely need to protect my nephew!

Zhao Zhongxin thought for a moment and then said!

"Don't worry! I have no interest in Zhong Jianjun!"

Zhao Zhongxin's words make perfect sense. He certainly wouldn't target Zhong Jianjun, but my little brother would. He'd use Zhong Jianjun as a stepping stone. Even if my little brother didn't go, he could send the Zhang family. His brother-in-law has his own men! There's absolutely nothing wrong with the Zhong family!

Hearing Zhao Zhongxin's words, Sha Ruijin breathed a sigh of relief. He wouldn't say anything like that. If you're going to make guarantees, who else is it? Sha Ruijin's previous understanding of Zhao Zhongxin was that he was arrogant and domineering, a boxing champion. But after working with Zhao Zhongxin for the past two years, Sha Ruijin felt that Zhao Zhongxin was alright! He never questioned his decisions, and there was no so-called discord between the top two leaders!

If a real disagreement breaks out, who do you think the central government will side with? It's so hard to guess!

As I said before, Zhao Zhongxin is right. As long as they are not corrupt officials, Zhao Zhongxin will never go after them!

"Okay, Comrade Zhongxin! The old leader said that if you want to use this favor, as long as he can do it, just have Li Kangjian ask!"

Sha Ruijin had completed his mission and smiled!

Zhao Zhongxin nodded. They arrived at the provincial government building, and Secretary Bai got out of the car to open the door for Zhao Zhongxin.

"Thanks!"

"You're too kind, Governor!"

Liu Kun walked over with Zhao Zhongxin's briefcase and water bottle. He didn't ask anything. If his boss, Zhao Zhongxin, was willing to tell him, he would listen; if not, he would pretend nothing had happened!

"Governor!"

Li Dakang had just arrived and was somewhat surprised to see Zhao Zhongxin getting out of Sha Ruijin's car, as he remembered that the two had no personal relationship!

"Executive Director Li! Oh, by the way, I'm going back to the Party School in Beijing for a month of training tomorrow. I'll be leaving the provincial government to you for the next month!"

This was also the notification Zhao Zhongxin received yesterday. He ran into Li Dakang and just said a few words to him!

Li Dakang had a truly "I know" expression on his face. He wanted to roar! Finally, finally, Zhao Zhongxin was going on a business trip. He, Li Dakang, could finally, finally be the head of the provincial government! Do you know how long Li Dakang had waited for this day? Three years, a full three years!

Thankfully, no one knew what Li Dakang was thinking, otherwise they would have shaken their heads and said, "Look how much the kid is bottling it up! He's practically going crazy!"

"Yes, Governor, rest assured! I will definitely manage the provincial government well!"

Although Li Dakang was overjoyed inside, he remained outwardly calm!

"Yes! I acknowledge your abilities, but you must be steady!"

Zhao Zhongxin gave a reminder and then walked up the steps. Li Dakang took out a notebook from his pocket and started taking notes behind him. Zhao Zhongxin wanted to laugh a little. As expected of someone who came from a secretarial background, he was very skilled at this!

After giving instructions to Li Dakang, Zhao Zhongxin returned to his office. As soon as he arrived, he saw a new document, which was a report from Yi Xuexi, the secretary of the Jingzhou Discipline Inspection Commission!

(This is the second chapter today; the third chapter will be posted later! Godfathers, please wait patiently!)