In name only: I will break the chess game in Handong

Sha Ruijin made the decision, and then they started drinking. Gao Yuliang drank heavily, perhaps because he felt relieved to have revealed all his secrets. In any case, both Sha Ruijin and Gao Yuliang got drunk in the end, while only Chen Luo and the half-drunk Tian Guofu went home to rest.

As dawn breaks and a new day begins, the landscape of Handong will also undergo new changes!

Chapter 190 Automatic Teammate Matching Mechanism Enabled

On Monday morning, Gao Yuliang opened the door to his home.

The sunlight fell directly on him, bringing a gentle warmth to his heart.

Teacher Wu followed closely behind, carrying a bag. She glanced at Gao Yuliang's slightly disheveled collar and reached out to straighten it for him.

"Yuliang, Fangfang said she's going back to China next week. I don't know how the organization will handle your situation..."

Gao Yuliang wore a faint smile.

"Who knows? I might be allowed to remain as deputy secretary until retirement, or I might be transferred to the CPPCC. Similarly, I might be investigated by the Discipline Inspection Commission and the Supervisory Commission in a few days."

No matter the outcome, I don't seem to be afraid anymore. It's so liberating to be free of worries!

Looking at Gao Yuliang, who seemed to have grown a few years younger, Teacher Wu nodded thoughtfully.

"The annual recruitment exam is coming up soon. Fangfang is already thirty-four. If possible, let her apply and try to get in as long as she's within the age limit?"

Upon hearing this, Gao Yuliang adjusted his glasses, then pondered for a moment and said, "It's a bit late to come in now; the registration period has already passed. However, Fangfang has a doctoral degree, so it will be relatively easy for her to rise to the level of a division-level cadre in a few years. Ask her if she really wants to come in; if so, she should go through the talent introduction program. We should recommend the virtuous without favoritism, and Fangfang is capable."

"Okay, I'll ask again this afternoon."

"Well, it's not just about work. Fangfang is already thirty-four, and many other people are already married. We should also think about Fangfang's lifelong happiness."

Teacher Wu rolled her eyes and said, "It's not that easy. If my sister hadn't asked Secretary Chen Luo to introduce Liu Mingyu, I would still be single. A suitable partner is not easy to find."

"Hahaha, is that so? That's easy. I'll ask Secretary Chen Luo when I have time if he can introduce someone to my Fangfang as well."

Chatting and laughing, Gao Yuliang and Teacher Wu arrived at the intersection, where the secretary and driver were already waiting.

After getting in the car, Gao Yuliang went to work, while Teacher Wu, of course, drove herself.

Gao Xiaoqin arrived at the Shanshui Group at nine o'clock in the morning. As soon as she arrived, she saw Tang Chuchu sitting in her office. Gao Xiaoqin knew about Tang Chuchu.

"What are you doing here? Aren't you staying by Young Master Zhao's side?"

Gao Xiaoqin spoke in a flat tone, without any hostility or goodwill, and Tang Chuchu didn't care.

He calmly poured Gao Xiaoqin a cup of tea before speaking, "President Gao, the reason I came to visit you is to inquire about some specific information about Young Master Zhao."

I've just joined the Shanshui Group.

"You're a veteran employee, so knowing more about Mr. Zhao's interests and hobbies will be helpful to my work."

It is said that women can understand women. Gao Xiaoqin saw something in the depths of Tang Chuchu's eyes that was the same as her own back then: ambition!

Gao Xiaoqin tapped her fingers lightly on the table, then smiled faintly.

"Do you want Zhao Ruilong to dote on you exclusively?"

I'm telling you, that's not realistic.

Tang Chuchu wasn't angry. Instead, she chimed in, "President Gao, you are very wise. Actually, I know it's impossible. President Zhao is only interested in me now, but he'll get tired of me after a while. That's why I came to ask you for advice."

"Tell me? I can't teach you, or rather, the cost would be too high and too dangerous. Trying to scheme against Zhao Ruilong is no simple matter. You should know who his father is now, right?"

"Yes, I know!"

Upon hearing this, Gao Xiaoqin suddenly became interested.

"Zhao Ruilong is a very arrogant person, and also someone who likes to enjoy life. He is the only son in his family, and the old Party Secretary and his three older sisters dote on him very much."

However, old people often have strong attachments, and the old Party Secretary probably also wants to hold his grandchildren, but our young Master Zhao is a womanizer who leaves no offspring.

After speaking, Gao Xiaoqin lowered her head to look at the documents in her hand, while Tang Chuchu seemed to understand what Gao Xiaoqin meant.

"Mr. Gao, thank you!"

"Why thank me? I didn't say anything. If there's nothing else, you can go now. I need to get back to work."

Only after Tang Chuchu left the office did Gao Xiaoqin smile faintly.

"Tsk tsk tsk, Zhao Ruilong, this Tang Chuchu is no simple character. If she really gets pregnant with your child, your old man will probably have to give up on you!"

Gao Xiaoqin didn't really have high hopes for Tang Chuchu's success, but... what if she did succeed? Then Zhao Ruilong's life would probably be in trouble.

For most families, the arrival of a new child is a great joy, but for Zhao Ruilong, it's a completely different story.

He knew all too well how much of a jerk he had been all these years and how his family had cleaned up his messes.

If a son is born, his father may simply stop caring for him and let him fend for himself, instead raising the third generation.

This is why Zhao Ruilong hasn't married or fathered any children all these years; he's afraid of being abandoned...

After leaving the Shanshui Group, Tang Chuchu went straight back to Zhao Ruilong's side, flattering and currying favor.

She made Zhao Ruilong try all sorts of new things, and secretly replaced the birth control pills he gave her with vitamin tablets.

Men, especially when they feel they have won, are the most careless.

Zhao Ruilong thought he had Zhong Xiaoai and even the Zhong family under control, but little did he know that danger often comes from those closest to him.

Time passed day by day, and Sha Ruijin had already reported on Gao Yuliang's situation.

The reply above was quite unusual.

Gao Yuliang was told to focus on his own work first and then explain his situation after his superiors finished their tasks.

That's really interesting!

Chen Luo did not interfere in any of this.

It was only a few politically astute individuals who foresaw the impending power struggle between the Zhong and Zhao families.

Those giants in the energy and finance sectors had long been unhappy with the Zhong family, and they were taking this opportunity to put pressure on them.

Give Zhao Ruilong and the Zhao family in Handong some time. As for the final outcome... everyone is watching!

Inside an unassuming restaurant, several elderly people in their fifties and sixties gathered together.

The group ate and drank together, while also discussing some specific details about Handong.

"We've all suffered at the hands of the Zhong family before. How could we let them have their way of taking down Zhao Lichun so easily?"

"Exactly, they're breaking the rules and trying to take it all for themselves?"

"I heard that Chen Luo seems to be planning something in Handong as well, what do you guys think?"

"Don't worry, they won't help anyone. After all, he's a key person being groomed by the higher-ups, and he has the support of a senior leader like Secretary Xu. At most, they'll see if there's a chance for him to move up a step."

"Isn't that simple? Let's get in touch with Secretary Xu and see if we can get Chen Luo to make some arrangements. As long as the Zhong family falls, it wouldn't be a problem to give him a position."

"Wow! It actually works!"

"Damn it! I won't be able to get rid of this pent-up anger until the Zhong family falls. They've been spoiling the Zhong family with their bad habits!"

"And that monkey, deal with it too!"

Chapter 191 New Director Yun Haifeng Takes Office

Meanwhile, on Monday evening after get off work, Chen Luo sat alone in his study at home in the municipal party committee compound, hesitating whether to call Old Xu to explain the situation, when the phone rang unexpectedly.

Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be Old Xu's.

"Hey, old boss, how have you been lately?"

"Pah, pah, pah! You always ask about my health. Anyone who didn't know better would think I'm impotent."

"Hahaha, old boss, you know that's not what I meant."

"Alright, alright, to make a long story short, someone just contacted me. It's interesting, I didn't expect some people to dislike the Zhong family as well!"

Chen Luo was a little confused by what he heard.

"Here's the thing, Gao Yuliang from Handong was originally supposed to come to Beijing in a few days to explain his situation, but a few families insisted on postponing the date by two months. The meaning is very clear: they don't want the Zhao family to fall easily."

"I just got in touch with some old buddies again, wanting me to talk to you about stirring things up in Handong. They say if the Zhao and Zhong families both suffer heavy losses, they're willing to offer some good terms."

"Old boss, you're not talking about those energy and finance companies, are you?"

How did you know?

"Ahem, I've only heard a little about it..."

"Alright, alright, my attitude is ambiguous. I haven't agreed or refused. It's all up to you to decide. Anyway, the development of Luzhou is your foundation. Whether you can fish in troubled waters or not is not important. What's important is to solidify your foundation."

Don't complain that I bring it up every time; I wouldn't bother reminding just anyone.

"No, no, no, your reminder is very good, old leader!"

People easily lose sight of priorities. They say having an elder in the family is like having a treasure; with your occasional reminders, I'm less likely to make mistakes. I'll definitely listen attentively!

"Alright, alright, I'll hang up now. Maybe I'll come back to Handong in a while. We'll talk when we meet then."

After saying that, Old Xu hung up, leaving Chen Luo somewhat stunned. Old Xu was coming to Handong?

Shaking his head, Chen Luo stopped thinking and decided that he should focus his work on the development of Lüzhou.

As for the Zhong and Zhao families, we can try to sow discord if we can, but if we can't, we'll let others do it. Aren't there people automatically starting matchmaking now?

However, these people acted even faster than Chen Luo had imagined. On Wednesday afternoon, Chen Luo received a document from the Provincial Government Office containing a discussion about the Director of the Public Security Bureau.

Minister Wang acted swiftly, selecting candidates and recommending them to Handong within a few days.

Chen Luo was somewhat taken aback when he saw the resume of the newly appointed Director of Public Security. The new director was named Yun Haifeng.

At the age of 52, he successively served as a forest police officer and an oilfield police officer. Later, he was transferred to the Natural Resources Bureau and then to the Economic Crime Investigation Bureau under the Ministry as deputy director, in charge of illegal operations in the energy sector, tax evasion, and other related matters.

Although it's called a position within the public security system, this role is actually the lifeblood and core of the energy sector.

Now that he's been sent down to Handong, things are getting interesting.

On Friday morning, Chen Luo attended a meeting at the Provincial Party Committee.

Yun Haifeng's appointment to Handong was unanimously approved. Furthermore, since the Handong Public Security Bureau has been lacking a director, the procedures were simplified, and he was put into office before the end of the public announcement period.

This is what they call special handling for special cases.

On Saturday, a plane from Beijing landed in Handong, where Wu Chunlin greeted Yun Haifeng.