Nominal: The Handong Game, the Energy System's Counterattack

Seeing Lao Liu's serious expression, Zhou Chuyi knew that his decision to make a move at the first Standing Committee meeting might have been somewhat ill-considered.

"Who is Comrade Sha Ruijin? He is the newly appointed Secretary of the Handong Provincial Party Committee."

"He is the new head of Handong."

"At his first Standing Committee meeting after taking office, all members of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee and all members of the leadership team were present."

"The default rule is to give face, show support, and express an attitude."

"This isn't about social niceties; it's about showing basic respect and support."

Governor Liu's new words were slow and profound, each word striking a chord, instantly enlightening Zhou Chuyi and bringing him back to his senses.

He originally envisioned himself as a time traveler, in control of the entire plot.

They still have dirt on Chen Yanshi, which they can use to attack Sha Ruijin.

At the first Standing Committee meeting, he was able to act arbitrarily and dominate the scene.

He forgot that this was the real Handong Province, a real-world power struggle, not a wish-fulfillment novel.

He wasn't like this when he was the county party secretary and mayor.

Perhaps it was because he had spent too long in the ministry and been protected by a group of senior officials that he lost his caution.

Fortunately, Lao Liu reminded him of something. If he had actually flipped the table according to his original idea, he might have become the target of everyone's criticism.

The key issue is that this kind of behavior could lead to a loss of trust.

Regardless of what will happen to Sha Ruijin, his future career path may be ruined.

"If you publicly expose Yan Shi's problems and undermine Sha Ruijin at the meeting tomorrow, how will others interpret it?"

Seeing that Zhou Chuyi seemed to have taken it to heart, Governor Liu continued to analyze the situation for him, pointing out the pros and cons.

"Everyone will assume that you are not targeting Chen Yanshi, nor are you only targeting Sha Ruijin, the newly appointed provincial party secretary."

"At the first Standing Committee meeting of the newly appointed provincial party secretary, he openly defied the top leader and challenged the authority of the top leader."

"To take it a step further, it means that you, Zhou Chuyi, do not approve of this appointment."

"They disrespect the new leadership of the Handong Provincial Party Committee and harbor resentment and deliberate defiance towards the decision to adjust the Handong leadership team."

"This is a burden that even I, a newly appointed member of the Standing Committee and a young vice governor, cannot bear, let alone a newly appointed member of the Standing Committee and a young vice governor."

Zhou Chuyi was startled; hearing Lao Liu's words, he still felt a lingering fear.

After graduating from university, everything went smoothly for me, and I forgot the harsh reality.

This kind of mentality is unacceptable.

After arriving in Handong, he only thought about causing trouble, but he overlooked the most crucial and fatal problem.

At the first Standing Committee meeting, publicly confronting the new leader was a major taboo and an absolute mistake.

Once he takes this step, it doesn't matter what Zhou Chuyi's purpose is.

Some people will simply label them as reckless young people who don't follow the rules, have no respect for superiors, are dissatisfied, or even defiant.

At that time, not only will he be unable to establish himself in Handong, but his future will likely be tarnished beyond repair, and his path forward may be cut off.

Seeing that Zhou Chuyi had come to his senses, Governor Liu softened his tone slightly and continued to earnestly advise, "Little Zhou, remember, don't rush things."

"When Sha Rui Jin Gang arrives, his foundation is not yet solid and his foothold is not yet firm. We have no need, and absolutely cannot, confront him head-on and become completely opposed to him in the very first meeting."

"At Comrade Sha Ruijin's first Standing Committee meeting, all Standing Committee members will be present."

"Take the initiative to give Comrade Sha Ruijin enough face and support him in making a good impression."

"This is the default rule, and it is a basic quality for maintaining team unity and supporting decisions."

Zhou Chuyi took a deep breath, picked up his teacup, and solemnly toasted Governor Liu: "I have learned a lot, leader."

"It was my oversight and short-sightedness that led me to only see the surface problems and ignore the rules."

"Luckily, I consulted you beforehand, otherwise I would have almost made a big mistake tomorrow."

"Haha, Chu Yi, you're a good one, you understand immediately."

"I don't need to tell you, you can probably figure it out yourself, you just haven't stopped to think about it yet."

"Now that you have concrete evidence regarding Chen Yanshi's case, the initiative is in your hands."

"However, the time is not right, and we cannot release it immediately."

"He Sha Ruijin is the newly appointed provincial party secretary, and you are the newly appointed vice governor."

"Sha Ruijin has a lot of people to deal with if he wants to establish himself in Handong."

"If you were the first to step forward and stand in front of Sha Ruijin, many people would be happy."

"A head-on confrontation now would be counterproductive and do more harm than good."

"After the previous Party Secretary of Handong Province, Comrade Zhao Lichun, was transferred, the position of Party Secretary was vacant for quite some time."

"This is a rare occurrence."

Old Liu glanced at Zhou Chuyi, "Gao Yuliang, recommended by Comrade Zhao Lichun, was ultimately not considered by the higher-ups."

"And Comrade Zhao Lichun's current position is rather delicate."

"All the circumstances suggest that this new Comrade Sha Ruijin may have come down with some kind of mission."

"His target can't be you or me, so..."

"We must learn to go with the flow and wait for the most opportune moment to act."

Governor Liu squinted and smiled as he looked at Zhou Chuyi.

"Ahem, didn't Old Wei tell you?" Zhou Chuyi asked Governor Liu in a low voice.

"Old Wei just wants me to serve one more term and stand up for you. You may have other things to do in Handong, so he wants me to be there to protect you."

"What, are you going to do something with the new Comrade Sha Ruijin?"

Old Liu took a sip of tea, placed the teacup on the table, and looked at Zhou Chuyi with an unreadable expression.

"The matter concerning Comrade Zhao Lichun is as follows..."

Zhou Chuyi thought for a while and felt that Sha Ruijin's performance at the first Standing Committee meeting was quite obvious.

He then gave a general account of what he knew.

"Sigh...no wonder, no wonder..."

After listening, Lao Liu sighed, seemingly feeling sorry for Zhao Lichun.

"So, the higher-ups sent Comrade Sha Ruijin to Handong to stabilize and rectify the situation?"

Zhou Chuyi nodded, indicating that this was indeed the meaning.

Seeing Zhou Chuyi nod, Old Liu's gaze towards Zhou Chuyi changed.

"Huh?" Zhou Chuyi looked up at Lao Liu. "Boss, what kind of look is that?"

"Xiao Zhou, I'm an old man nearing retirement. Do you think Old Wei and you guys would try to scam me?"

"Huh? Boss, how could we possibly cheat you?" Zhou Chuyi was a little confused.

"Judging from your expression, you're going to have a showdown with the new Secretary Sha Ruijin."

"I, Lao Liu, am not afraid of just a provincial party secretary."

"But according to you, Sha Ruijin came to Handong with an imperial sword, and you still want to fight him?"

"I promised Old Wei I'd be the one charging ahead of you in battle, isn't this just setting me up?"

Governor Liu exhaled a puff of smoke, looking somewhat melancholy.