At the Pinnacle of Power: The Female Leader and Her Chief Advisor

Inside the private room, Lu Ming said, "Mayor, I don't think Minister Hao has any issues with you. He probably just doesn't want to get involved."

Yu Wei picked up her chopsticks and said, "Let's eat first."

Seeing that Yu Wei could still eat, Lu Ming knew that she wasn't putting up with it.

After they finished their meal, as they were about to part, Yu Wei said, "Contact Deputy Secretary Wang tomorrow."

"Yes."

Yu Wei's plan this time was to invite all the leaders she could contact. Whether she could win them over was secondary; the main thing was to see their attitudes.

The following evening, at the same restaurant, Wang Yanchun, the full-time deputy secretary of the municipal party committee, attended the banquet.

Yu Wei holds two positions in Songxi: mayor and deputy secretary of the municipal party committee.

As for Wang Yanchun, he is the full-time deputy secretary of the municipal party committee, and strictly speaking, he can only be considered the third-in-command of the municipal party committee.

However, Yu Wei's main position is mayor, and her work with the municipal party committee is mostly to assist Secretary Lin, with very little direct involvement.

Therefore, it's not unreasonable to say that Wang Yanchun is the second-in-command of the municipal party committee.

Wang Yanchun, in his fifties, had a receding hairline, a large belly, and looked extremely greasy and sleazy.

Although he hasn't arrived yet, Lu Ming is already annoyed with him.

Because this guy actually copied Hao Qinglin and started being late!

I really don't know where this old guy got the courage!

Minister Hao was late because he is the head of the Organization Department, which carries immense power.

You, Wang Yanchun, a full-time deputy secretary, dare to be late for the mayor's banquet?

To put it bluntly, if Yu Wei can't handle Minister Hao, then she can't handle you either?

At this moment, Lu Ming even wanted Yu Wei to just get up and leave!

"Mayor Yu, I'm so sorry, I was really too busy with work. I came over as soon as I finished. I apologize."

Wang Yanchun apologized with a forced smile, his eyes narrowed into slits, and his mouth stretched open, revealing a mouthful of large, yellow teeth.

"Secretary Wang, please have a seat." Yu Wei asked as usual, "Would you like some wine or tea?"

Without a second thought, Wang Yanchun said, "Let's drink!"

Whether out of politeness or a thirst for alcohol, Wang Yanchun raised his hand as soon as Lu Ming poured him a drink, saying, "I'm late, so I'll punish myself with three drinks first."

After three glasses of wine, Wang Yanchun put down his glass and asked directly, "Mayor Yu, what do you want with me?"

Yu Wei said, "I've been in Songxi for over a month, but I haven't had much contact with Secretary Wang yet. Now that I have some time, I thought I'd like to get to know him better."

Wang Yanchun naturally didn't believe such platitudes.

He picked up his wine glass, took a sip, and said, "Mayor Yu, I'm a straightforward person, I say what I mean. If there's anything I say that you don't like, please forgive me."

Yu Wei smiled and said, "It's a private invitation, feel free to speak."

Wang Yanchun said, "Mayor Yu, you just took office and you've already removed Vice Mayor Zhu Chaoyang. Not long ago, you also took down Wang Qiang and Li Ping. These moves are really a bit too big."

Yu Wei smiled without saying a word, gesturing for Wang Yanchun to continue.

"Mayor Yu, you probably don't know yet, but what you've done has already..."

He suddenly paused and looked at Lu Ming beside him.

Lu Ming cursed inwardly, knowing that this was Wang Yanchun's doing, his purpose being to get him away.

Yu Wei also noticed this and said, "Secretary Lu, go and urge the waiter to bring the food quickly."

Lu Ming hummed in agreement, then got up and left the private room.

After Lu Ming left, Wang Yanchun continued, "Mayor Yu, I'll also give you a heads-up: Secretary Lin is actually quite dissatisfied with you."

"Oh? What do you mean?"

Wang Yanchun said, "You've been in Songxi for less than two months, and you've already turned the municipal government upside down, causing widespread panic. Do you think Secretary Lin can be happy about that?"

"Yes, although the municipal government is not under Secretary Lin's jurisdiction, the municipal party committee and the municipal government are ultimately one entity, and our Secretary Lin is known for emphasizing stability and unity."

"Which of your actions are conducive to stability and unity? Aren't you just going against Secretary Lin?!"

"So, Mayor Yu, you should keep a low profile for the time being."

"Even if you really want to do something, you can at least let me know in advance, so I can sound out Secretary Lin for you."

The way he said that made it sound like Wang Yanchun was genuinely concerned for Yu Wei.

Yu Wei smiled and said, "Okay, then I'll thank Secretary Wang in advance."

Wang Yanchun waved his hand and said, "Hey, don't be so polite with me. I just think you're a pretty good young lady, so I'm helping you out whenever I can."

"I'm a bit older than you, so I'll call you Xiao Yu from now on."

Yu Wei narrowed her eyes and said, "Hehe, I think Secretary Wang should be addressed by his official title."

"It's too formal to use official titles in private. Let's just use... cough cough, since Mayor Yu doesn't like it, let's just use official titles."

Wang Yanchun also noticed Yu Wei's dissatisfaction, so he immediately changed his tune and even raised his glass to ease the awkwardness: "Come on, Mayor Yu, this is a toast to you."

He reached out his wine glass and clinked it with Yu Wei's. Whether intentionally or unintentionally, he touched Yu Wei's finger.

Wang Yanchun downed his drink in one gulp, then said, "Mayor Yu, with your transfer to Songxi, the provincial leaders must have high hopes for you, right?"

Yu Wei smiled but made no comment.

"Hehe, it seems Mayor Yu has quite a heavy burden on his shoulders."

Wang Yanchun sighed and then patted Yu Wei on the shoulder.

Yu Wei frowned slightly, about to speak, but he withdrew his hand and then picked up his wine glass, saying, "Come on, Mayor Yu, let's continue."

When they clinked glasses, Yu Wei saw Wang Yanchun's hand reach out again. Luckily, she deliberately kept her distance, so he missed.

Yu Wei felt a surge of anger, but Wang Yanchun seemed oblivious. After downing a glass of wine, he spoke again, "Since Mayor Yu has come with a mission, I will definitely stand by your side."

"I have a good relationship with several other members of the Standing Committee. I'll put in a good word for you and get them all on your side."

Yu Wei forced a smile: "Then I thank Secretary Wang in advance."

"Hey, saying thank you sounds too formal," Wang Yanchun suddenly changed the subject, adding, "However, this is indeed a big favor, and Mayor Yu should certainly show his appreciation."

Yu Wei asked, "Oh? I wonder how Secretary Wang thinks I should respond?"

Wang Yanchun stared at Yu Wei with a lecherous look and said, "How about we go to the hotel later for a more in-depth discussion?"

After saying that, without waiting for Yu Wei to speak, he laughed loudly again and said, "Just kidding, Mayor Yu, please don't take it to heart."

As soon as he finished speaking, the door was kicked open with a bang.

Both of them were startled and turned to look at the door.

Lu Ming strode in with a cold face, stopping only in front of Wang Yanchun.

Under Yu Wei's gaze, he grabbed Wang Yanchun by the collar, then swung his arm and slapped that sleazy, greasy face across the face...