In officialdom: After she left, I rose rapidly through the ranks!

Chen Jingcheng had no intention of hiding Li Feitu's identity.

Therefore, Li Feitu told Li everything that Secretary Zhao had told him.

This wasn't the first time Secretary Zhao had tried to win him over and get him to betray Li Feitu, but it was certain that this was the last time.

Next, it's time to deal with Li Feitu, and take care of Chen Jingcheng as well.

After hearing these words, Li Feitu smiled and shook his head, saying, "It seems that Zhao Mingyuan is really anxious."

"It seems that my disappearance for the past few hours after leaving the venue today has made Zhao Mingyuan's heart race and his cold sweat pour down."

"No, it's not just him; his people are probably all terrified."

Seeing that Li Feitu could still laugh, Chen Jingcheng felt somewhat helpless.

It wasn't just Zhao Mingyuan's people who were terrified; these people were just as frightened.

Director Gao and Chen Jingcheng were both extremely anxious about Li Feitu's disappearance; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say they were drenched in sweat.

Fortunately, they found Li Feitu. Fortunately, they could see that Li Feitu did not seem to be going to extremes. Otherwise, Chen Jingcheng didn't know what others would think, but he would not feel comfortable leaving Li Feitu alone.

"County Magistrate, the situation at the time inevitably made people think a lot, but I believe you would not take this desperate path. After all, as long as people are alive, there is hope."

"As long as people are alive, there are infinite possibilities."

"Although the Li family is in trouble now and you are being targeted, it's not over yet, and we shouldn't give up so quickly."

At this point, Chen Jingcheng's voice weakened.

Because he himself knew that what he said could not comfort Li Feitu.

This is the officialdom, not a factory or a marketplace. In the marketplace, you might fall down, but you can start over; you might fail, but you can rise again.

However, in officialdom, once convicted, there is no possibility of rising again.

Of course, if it is just a simple disciplinary action by the Party or government, such as a reprimand or a warning within the Party, it will not affect promotion after the expiration of the time limit. In fact, if one has a strong background, there is even more possibility. However, once investigated by the Discipline Inspection Commission, a very serious punishment is given, such as dismissal or demotion.

So how can it rise again?

Moreover, in officialdom, sometimes, let alone a difference of a few years, even a difference of a few months can be an insurmountable watershed.

Li Feitu looked at Chen Jingcheng and a smile appeared on his lips.

He knew, of course, that Chen Jingcheng was trying to comfort him, but in his current situation, he didn't need it at all.

"Jingcheng, don't worry, I won't be defeated. Even if they can make me lose my current position and even prevent me from ever stepping into officialdom again, they can't break my will. I believe that the eyes of the masses are discerning. Although I haven't been in Linchuan County for long and haven't really done anything for the people of Linchuan County yet, I believe that someone will understand. Even if it's just one or two people who know that I, Li Feitu, am really doing things and really think that I'm doing a good job as the county magistrate, I will be content."

At this point, Li Feitu looked at Chen Jingcheng, a hint of anticipation in his eyes, and smiled, "Of course, perhaps in the future, Jingcheng, you will rise higher and higher, and your power will grow greater and greater. At that time, I will also be proud. After all, no matter what, you are the one who discovered me. I am proud of you, and mentioning you will make me feel honored!"

This was Li Feitu's expectation of Chen Jingcheng. In fact, in Li Feitu's view, this was not wishful thinking, but a fact that was bound to happen.

As long as Chen Jingcheng continues on the path of officialdom, his future achievements, to put it conservatively, will certainly not be lower than those of Li Feitu's father; they will only be higher.

Of course, in Chen Jingcheng's view, these were more like Li Feitu's wishful thinking when he had no other choice.

Looking at Li Feitu, Chen Jingcheng sighed softly, then said resolutely, "County Magistrate, I... I'm resigning from my official position!"

Upon hearing this, Li Feitu stared at Chen Jingcheng in astonishment, never expecting to hear such words from Chen Jingcheng's mouth.

Why?

"Jingcheng, why don't you want to be an official anymore?"

"Is it because you've seen some dark side of things?"

At this point, Li Feitu sighed. He couldn't explain anything more about it.

However, if we're talking about a dark side, every industry and field has one, and unless you completely avoid contact with society, you can't avoid it.

But this is absolutely not a reason for Chen Jingcheng not to become an official.

"Jingcheng, others may not know your ideals and ambitions, but I know them better than anyone else."

"You will definitely become a good official in the future. I don't want you to give up because of some things, because what I have experienced, you may never experience in your life. No, even if you do experience it, it will probably be a long time from now."

Li Feitu didn't say these words specifically to comfort Chen Jingcheng.

If even a tiny bit of Chen Jingcheng's family background were to become known, the consequences would be predictable. Who would dare to provoke Chen Jingcheng?

Especially at the grassroots level, to put it bluntly, Chen Jingcheng could act recklessly without any problems. Even if he did have problems, there would be a lot of people who would try their best to solve them for him.

dark?

I'm afraid not. Even if we see some dark side, it shouldn't be the kind that will harm Chen Jingcheng.

More often, there will be good people, good deeds, and kind words.

Chen Jingcheng looked at Li Feitu and gently shook his head, saying, "County Magistrate, you misunderstand. I didn't become an official because I saw some of the dark side of officialdom, so I chose to give it up."

"In fact, Secretary Zhao Mingyuan has made this very clear to me: if I want to continue my career, or even get promoted all the way up, then I have to betray you as he said."

"But I don't want to betray you, not just because of you, but also because of myself."

Chen Jingcheng fell silent, picked up the water bottle on Li Feitu's desk, took a sip, and sighed softly.

"I may be young, or I may not have thought things through enough, or I may really regret my choice today, just as Secretary Zhao Mingyuan said."

"But even so, I cannot choose to betray, because that would be betraying me, betraying my bottom line, and betraying my conscience."

"County magistrate, someone like me will definitely become the kind of official I hate most in the future!"

"If I were like that, I would definitely become the kind of official that ordinary people hate the most!"

Chen Jingcheng gently raised his head, his eyes filled with a hint of determination and sadness, yet they were clear, so clear that one could see the regret and pain deep in his heart at that moment.

"County Magistrate, although I want to make something of myself and improve the lives of my parents and relatives through my own efforts, I want to never be disrespected by others again."

"But I cannot betray my conscience!"

"To avoid being criticized and cursed by the people behind my back in the future, I will resign from this official position."

"Moreover, my parents will definitely support and understand my choice once they know it."

It seems to be to boost one's own morale, or perhaps to strengthen one's resolve.

Chen Jingcheng looked at Li Feitu and said in a clear voice, word by word, "Yes, County Magistrate, I have made my decision."

"I'm sorry to have disappointed you."

"County magistrate, I'm quitting my post!"