Special forces soldier demobilization: Starting from the county government compound, a meteoric rise

Organization Department of Ningzhou Municipal Party Committee, Third Cadre Division.

The air conditioning in the office was on full blast, making it feel rather chilly.

Across a large mahogany desk, Director Zhang Wei was slowly and methodically flipping through a file in his hand, his movements as light as if he were caressing a fragile piece of porcelain, or examining a not-so-valuable ornament.

"Comrade Liu Ming, please sit down."

Zhang Wei didn't even look up; he simply pointed to the hardwood chair opposite him, his tone devoid of emotion, carrying a professional detachment.

Liu Ming didn't stand on ceremony and pulled out a chair, sitting down with an air of nonchalance.

He keenly sensed the subtle atmosphere in the air. Unlike the ruggedness of Qingyun County, every wisp of air here was filled with refined arrogance and silent rejection.

"I've reviewed your resume."

Zhang Wei finally closed the file folder, took off his gold-rimmed glasses, and gently wiped them in his hand, a faint, ambiguous smile playing on his lips.

"Twenty-six years old, at the level of a section chief, and he even served as a deputy county head at the grassroots level. He was very successful in Qingyun County and had a great reputation."

The words sounded like a compliment, but to the ear, they sounded awkward. Especially the word "搞" (gao), which he emphasized, giving off a sense of "messing around aimlessly."

"It's all thanks to the organization's training and the help of my comrades," Liu Ming replied casually, his words perfectly tactful.

"Yes, it's a good thing that young people have drive."

Zhang Wei put his glasses back on, leaned back, and instantly exuded an air of superiority.

"However, the situation in the city is different from that in the county. There are many government agencies and departments here, and the relationships are complicated. Young people who are just starting out may take too big a step and easily get caught up in... cough, they may stumble."

He paused, picked up a red-headed document from the table, and gently pushed it in front of Liu Ming.

"After deliberation by the departmental meeting and with the approval of the municipal party committee leaders, and considering that you have just come from the grassroots level and need a period of adaptation and adjustment, the organization has decided to assign you to the **Ningzhou Municipal Committee of the Communist Youth League** as its deputy secretary."

really.

Liu Ming glanced at the document and sneered inwardly.

The Communist Youth League is a notoriously "clean" department.

Although their rank is equivalent to a section chief, and in some places even a deputy director level, they have no financial power, personnel power, or administrative approval authority. Their daily work consists of nothing more than holding meetings, organizing activities, and chanting slogans; it is a typical "empty" unit.

He was transferred here from his position as a powerful deputy county head who was in charge of a region, to "embroider" details.

This is not just a promotion in name only; it's like putting this fierce tiger, which has just come down from the mountain, directly into a zoo to be used as a mascot.

"So, Comrade Liu Ming, what are your thoughts?" Zhang Wei observed Liu Ming's expression, seemingly trying to see anger, disappointment, or resentment on his face.

After all, such a huge psychological gap would probably break any young cadre on the spot.

However, he was disappointed.

Liu Ming's face was as calm as a stagnant pool.

He even laughed.

"No idea, I will resolutely obey the organization's arrangements." Liu Ming reached for the document, didn't even glance at the contents, and closed it directly. "The Youth League Committee is great, the young people are so energetic. I've really been tired from working at the grassroots level lately, so this is a good opportunity to cultivate myself and learn from the city leaders."

Zhang Wei was stunned for a moment.

This reaction...something's not right.

According to the script, shouldn't this kid slam his fist on the table or argue his case?

Even just keeping a sullen face and not saying a word is fine!

What's with that "just what I wanted" expression?

"Ahem... It's good that you have this awareness." Zhang Wei coughed twice to cover his surprise. "Although the Youth League Committee is not a front-line department, it is a cradle for cultivating reserve cadres. After you go there, you should listen more, observe more, and speak less, and pay special attention to uniting your comrades."

What I'm saying is: You better behave yourself, kid. Don't cause any more chaos in the Youth League Committee. There are quite a few "big shots" there.

"clear."

Liu Ming stood up, straightened her collar, and her smile became even brighter.

"If Director Zhang has no other instructions, then I'll go and report for duty. After all, it's a new position, and I'm quite looking forward to it."

After saying that, he didn't even wait for Zhang Wei's response before turning around and leaving, his steps as light as a child who had just finished school.

Watching Liu Ming's departing figure, Zhang Wei frowned, a strange unease rising in his heart.

This kid seems quite different from the "troublemaker" in the rumors.

Has he really been beaten into submission?

……

The moment I stepped out of the municipal party committee building, the scorching sun hit me in the face.

Liu Ming stood on the steps, squinting slightly as she looked at the steel forest before her.

Traffic is heavy and tall buildings stand tall.

The massive glass curtain walls reflected blinding light, and within each building lay countless desires and schemes.

"call……"

He exhaled a long breath, took out a pack of cigarettes from his pocket, and lit it.

Cultivating one's character and temperament?

That's something you say to ghosts.

The reason he agreed so readily, even to the point of wanting to laugh, was because these self-righteous bureaucrats simply didn't understand him.

In Qingyun County, he was busy as a spinning top every day.

They have to focus on the economy, fight against local bullies, and guard against backstabbing.

While it was enjoyable, it also left him with no time to spare.

And now?

Deputy Secretary of the Youth League Committee?

This is a golden opportunity!

The most distinctive feature of this position is that it's **easy**!

Being free means he has plenty of time.

There's time to integrate "Dragon Shield Security's" resources in the city; time to manage Nangong Group's business layout in Ningzhou; and even more time to utilize "Ghost Hand's" technology to weave a **dark intelligence network** covering the entire Ningzhou.

Those people thought he was locked in a cage.

Little did they know that they had unwittingly placed the most dangerous hunter into this originally murky jungle, and had even given him the most perfect disguise.

"Buzz—"

My phone vibrated.

Liu Ming took out her phone and glanced at the screen.

It was a WeChat message from Nangong Yao: 【How's it going? Got exiled to the frontier? Need me to help you dismantle that Organization Department?】

Even through the screen, Liu Ming could imagine the woman's expression—a mixture of schadenfreude and protectiveness.

He smiled and tapped the screen rapidly with his fingers.

【Need not. 】

The location is great, I'm very satisfied.

He looked up at the azure sky above, a cold glint in his eyes characteristic of a predator.

Then, he pressed the send button.

I've arrived. The game begins.