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

Gao Wentao was a smart man; how could he not see that although Li Feitu trusted and valued him, he treated him differently from Chen Jingcheng?

No matter how much you treat someone like a friend, there's always a layer between you and them. After all, a leader is always a leader.

But Li Feitu treated Chen Jingcheng completely differently.

More than just a leader, they were more like friends. In fact, Gao Wentao keenly sensed that Li Feitu hadn't quite concealed a hint of gratitude towards Chen Jingcheng.

Grateful to Chen Jingcheng?

Recalling Li Feitu's request for him to investigate Chen Jingcheng's background, coupled with the Li family's sudden turnaround, Gao Wentao instinctively felt that there must be something wrong with Chen Jingcheng's background, and that his biological parents must be extraordinary.

Of course, since he's considered a smart person, he knows what he should do.

Upon hearing this, Li Feitu smiled at Chen Jingcheng and said, "Jingcheng, see? It's not just me who trusts your abilities. Wentao is your direct supervisor, and he said you can do it, so you definitely can."

Upon hearing this, Chen Jingcheng smiled slightly and shook his head, saying, "County Chief, Director Gao is flattering me."

"However, Director Wentao will mainly be busy with matters at the County Party Committee Office, and the Government Office also has a lot to do and needs someone to take charge."

"Until a suitable candidate is found, I will temporarily take charge of the work and also hone my skills. I certainly won't refuse."

Li Feitu nodded and said with a smile, "Alright, since that's the case, then so be it. Given the special circumstances in Linchuan County, we'll simplify the procedures where possible, but the necessary procedures will still have to be followed."

"In the afternoon, Director Wentao took office in the County Party Committee Office, and Jingcheng, you will begin to preside over the work of the Government Office."

The Party Secretary, Deputy Party Secretary, and Organization Minister of Linchuan County have all been taken away by the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection for investigation.

To put it bluntly, these days, when a secretary's office meeting is held, it's just Li Feitu himself.

Of the five-person group, only Li Feitu and Li Shanshan remain. It is said that Li Feitu now holds all the power, and he makes all the decisions. No one can object or say anything against him.

With control over both the Party and the government, Li Feitu held absolute power in Linchuan County. With the city and province trusting him so much, no one dared to cause trouble at this time.

Gao Wentao quickly assured Li Fei that he would do his job well.

The functions of the County Party Committee Office and the County Government Office are largely overlapping; the only difference is that one is responsible to the County Party Committee, and the other is responsible to the County Government.

Of course, the responsibilities are definitely different, but someone who can serve as the director of the county government office and preside over the work of the county party committee office doesn't even need a long adaptation period and can get up to speed very quickly.

"Wentao, go and get ready. You'll be handing over your work to Jingcheng later. I'll have a few more words with Jingcheng."

Gao Wentao then left Li Feitu's office.

Li Feitu then stood up from his office chair and personally poured a cup of tea for Chen Jingcheng.

"Jingcheng, those who hurt your adoptive parents have all been arrested. I won't ask about the details."

"However, there's something I want to remind you of."

Chen Jingcheng picked up his teacup, looked at Li Feitu, and smiled, "County Magistrate, please speak freely, I'm listening."

After a moment of silence, Li Feitu said softly, "Jingcheng, I know you are a sensible person who can distinguish between what is important and what is urgent. This time, you insist on taking revenge yourself, which I can understand. Moreover, I can tell you that if it were me, I would also love to do something myself."

"But, upon closer reflection, the result is actually what we want to see, and we don't necessarily have to do everything ourselves."

"Often, a moment of impulse can leave behind some leverage. Jingcheng, you are someone who is destined to go far. You understand what I mean."

"So, if you encounter any situations in the future where you absolutely have to take action yourself, I suggest you think twice. If you can avoid getting involved, then do so. After all, there are many, many people who can do these things for you. As long as you are not affected, then everything will be fine."

Li Feitu meant well; Chen Jingcheng's future prospects were so bright that Li Feitu had to remind him repeatedly.

Of course, he believed that Chen Jingcheng had his own control.

Moreover, this incident was indeed an unexpected and special situation, which is understandable.

Chen Jingcheng nodded, agreeing with Li Feitu's idea, and then said, "County Chief, don't worry, I know what to do."

"I believe this kind of thing will not happen again in the future."

"However, taking this opportunity, County Magistrate, after careful consideration, I believe that if Linchuan County wants to achieve a comprehensive change, it cannot start with just the issue of drinking among public officials. The reason we investigate the issue of drinking among public officials on weekdays is precisely to make these people change their mindset and work style from the beginning, to reduce their demands for bribes and kickbacks, and to be responsible for their work and the people."

"The issue of drinking is just a preliminary step in the overall rectification of conduct in Linchuan County. But I think we should not only start with this, but also address the overall public security environment at the same time."

"Over the years, Linchuan County has carried out many anti-gang and anti-crime campaigns, but they have all been more bark than bite. Those who should have been arrested were not arrested, and those who were arrested were released after taking the blame. There are all sorts of problems, some with evidence and some without."

"I think it's time to get serious. If we can't even ensure the safety of the people in our own county, how can we improve the overall environment, attract investment, and make the businesses we bring in feel at ease and secure?"

At this point, Chen Jingcheng's expression became extremely serious.

"County Chief, therefore I suggest that the special campaign to crack down on organized crime must be carried out, and it must be done quickly, thoroughly, continuously, and genuinely, rather than being perfunctory, going through the motions, or showing favoritism."

Seeing Chen Jingcheng's serious expression, Li Feitu's expression also became serious.

"Jingcheng, your considerations are reasonable. In fact, cracking down on organized crime is an important part of changing the overall environment of Linchuan County."

"Originally, I thought we should take it one step at a time. After all, if even investigating a case of drinking on a weekday can be so difficult, other things will be quite challenging as well."

"But now, everything is indeed different; at least, the major obstacles have disappeared."

"As I said before, the development of Linchuan County is not measured in years or months, but in days. Time waits for no one."

"It's also a good opportunity to take advantage of this political upheaval, when many people are afraid to make any underhanded moves, to do some things and make some decisions."

"Okay, Jingcheng, after we finish these personnel adjustments in the next few days, let's have a meeting to discuss and decide on the next direction and tasks."

Chen Jingcheng knew that Li Feitu would not refuse, and he also knew that Li Feitu and he had the same idea. Perhaps the only difference between them was that they were in different positions. In fact, Li Feitu was considering the overall situation of Linchuan County, and the director or deputy director of the government office who served Li Feitu were naturally considering the overall work of the county.

Li Feitu glanced at the time and said with a smile, "Alright, Jingcheng, let's not talk about business anymore. There's no way we can finish all this work."

"It's a personal matter, let's talk about it."

"I received a call from my father today, saying that the party and government delegation led by your father is about to conclude its exchange visit to Qingjiang Province and return to Linjiang Province."

"Jingcheng, how was your meeting with your father? Did it go well?"

"Where is your mother? I heard that she has had a very difficult time all these years because of what happened to you. She must be very happy now."