Volume 3 Provincial Governor's Secretary Chapter 128 Mysterious Figure

  Liu Fei saw the two men talking about him, at first he was indeed a bit nervous and excited, but soon he relaxed, his body sat straight, with a faint smile of confidence on his face.

  The old man was talking to Jiang Zhengyuan, but his eyes were curiously observing Liu Fei. As someone who specialized in talent scouting and evaluation, he had a habit of observing people in a certain way, even when he wasn't paying attention. When he saw that Liu Fei quickly adjusted his mood and showed an extremely confident expression on his face, the old man couldn't help but nod in approval: "This young man is absolutely talented! The two key factors that a talented person needs to possess are psychological quality and confidence. This young man did exceptionally well in these two aspects after entering the room." What truly impressed the old man was Liu Fei's attention to detail when putting down the tea box. Instead of carelessly placing it on the tea table, Liu Fei positioned the box so that its front face was directly facing the old man, allowing him to see everything clearly at a glance. It was this kind of attention to detail that truly earned the old man's appreciation for Liu Fei. Having seen countless talented individuals in his lifetime, the old man knew what it took to be truly exceptional. Many outstanding talents lacked neither good psychological quality nor confidence, and some even had strong backgrounds, but they only reached positions that matched their abilities during the old man's time. The old man believed that observing details was an important reference for evaluating talent.

  Details determine success or failure!

  The elder believed that as an official, one must pay attention to details. The bigger the official, the more attention should be paid to details, because a single detail mistake can bring huge losses to the country and its people.

  The old man and Jiang Zhengyuan chatted for a while, then Jiang Zhengyuan said the main purpose of his visit today: "Old leader, you have been in the position of Minister of the Central Organization Department for a long time. From your perspective, who is most likely to be the governor of Hebei Province?"

  The old man thought for a moment before speaking slowly: "The current situation is extremely complicated, like the Three Kingdoms. You are one of them, but also the weakest competitor. The Executive Vice Governor Ma Ao Wen is another, he is the strongest and his position as Executive Vice Governor is very advantageous. There is also the Minister of Agriculture Sun Zhenhua, who has been supported by a Central Committee member to parachute into Henan Province, and this proposal has also received the support of the Organization Department's Executive Vice Minister Jia Zhongqi. He is also a strong contender for this position. How about it, Little Jiang, do you want to compete for this position?"

  Jiang Zhengyuan did not hide his intentions and nodded solemnly. At 50 years old, he is in the prime of his career as a government official. If he can secure the position of provincial governor now, it is highly likely that he will be promoted to the central committee, and his future prospects will be bright. However, if he fails in the competition, he will have to wait another five years, by which time he will be 55 years old. Even if he can still compete for the position of provincial governor at that time, it is likely that his career advancement will be limited. In the official circle, who does not want to climb higher and achieve more? This is also why officials are eager to take the lead and even resort to improper means to get promoted, a phenomenon that is all too common in the official circle.

  For Jiang Zhengyuan's choice, the old man was very understanding, and he had a high opinion of this secretary in his heart. However, he had already retired and there were not many places where he could exert his energy. In the officialdom, once you retire from a certain position, those people who used to fawn on you would immediately change their allegiance. The sense of loss made many cadres feel uncomfortable. But that's just how it is in officialdom! This old man was no exception. After retiring as Minister of the Central Organization Department, his former subordinates came to visit him less and less every year, except for Jiang Zhengyuan, the secretary he had promoted himself, who would take time to visit him every year for 20 years without fail.

  The old man thought for a moment and said, "Alright, I still have a good relationship with Vice Premier Sun of the State Council. I'll communicate with him and see if he can support you. As for the Central Organization Department, you must think of a way to deal with it. Although I've retired from there, you should also know that once a person leaves, they become irrelevant. Moreover, you must achieve some results before anything can happen. Only by working together on both fronts will we have even a slight chance!"

  Jiang Zhengyuan was naturally very grateful, and he also knew that this was the only thing his old leader could do to help him.

  As they walked out of the old man's house and got into the car, Jiang Zhengyuan smiled at Liu Fei and said: "Liu Fei, aren't you curious about who we visited today?"

  Liu Fei had been puzzled for a long time, but he had been holding it in his heart and hadn't shown it. However, when Jiang Zhengyuan asked him like this, he couldn't help but be stunned, not knowing how Governor Jiang had seen through his thoughts. Nevertheless, he didn't try to cover it up either, scratching the back of his head as he said meaninglessly: "Governor Jiang, I thought I was hiding it pretty well, so how did you still manage to see through me?"

  Jiang Zhengyuan smiled complacently: "Liu Fei, how can you not understand the importance of observing facial expressions and body language in official circles? Your eyes gave you away! Let me tell you, today we're visiting my former superior, the former Minister of the Central Organization Department, Shi Dahu!"

  It was already past 10 o'clock when the two got on the car. Jiang Zhengyuan glanced at his watch and dialed the phone number of Kong Zisen, the current head of the Organization Department. He wanted to invite him out for lunch. However, Director Kong said he had an arrangement today and suggested another day. After hanging up the phone, Jiang Zhengyuan's mood began to sink a bit. At this moment, the competition for the provincial governor position was at its most intense. The attitudes of most leaders in the Organization Department were already clear, except for Director Kong, who held the greatest power and highest position in the department but had not made any statement.

  Moreover, he had long heard that Minister Kong never accepted invitations to dinner from lower-ranking officials. Today, he steeled himself and tried his luck, but still got rebuffed.

  Jiang Zhengyuan's face was somewhat stern.

  Liu Fei looked at his leader's worried and gloomy face, and he also felt a bit of sadness in his heart.

  As a secretary, he naturally knew that the higher the leader's position, the more benefits he could get. Of course, these benefits were not about money or beautiful women, which Liu Fei didn't care about at all, but rather referred to status and power. It can be imagined what a huge difference there was between being a secretary of a provincial governor and that of a vice-governor!

  But for Liu Fei, his own gains and losses were not that important. What was important was that Governor Jiang now seemed somewhat disheartened and lost. This was what pained Liu Fei the most. Thinking back to two nights ago when he got drunk, Governor Jiang took care of him like a child, Liu Fei felt a sour feeling in his heart. He felt useless, as a secretary, he couldn't even help his leader with a little bit of work.

  Although Liu Fei also knew that with his own network and connections, he couldn't help Jiang Sheng at all, because he didn't have the qualifications.

  The car was moving slowly in the traffic flow.

  That's right, it's crawling! Today is Saturday, and the traffic on the street is particularly heavy! The car can only move forward little by little, slowly driving to the hotel.

  "Dong dong dong ~~" The beautiful and melodious tune of the high mountains and flowing water slowly echoed in the car, and the sound of gurgling water seemed to be by my side.

  Liu Fei took out his mobile phone, Jiang Zhengyuan's mood was not good, and he couldn't help but frown.

  As soon as the phone was connected, Liu Fei immediately straightened his body: "Hello Uncle Xu." The call was from Xu Wei, Deputy Minister of Finance: "Liu Fei, this time you came to Yanjing City but didn't even come to my house for a visit. I had to personally call and invite you!"

  Liu Fei smiled wryly and said: "Uncle Xu, you're killing me with this! Having dinner at your place is my honor, but I'm not on duty now!"

  Xu Wei laughed: "Liu Fei, you little rascal is starting to know how to work properly, not bad, not bad. Originally today I wanted to introduce you to a heavyweight figure from the Central Organization Department, but it seems like you don't have this opportunity today!"

  Jiang Zhengyuan heard Liu Fei's conversation and whispered: "Liu Fei, you go, don't disappoint Director Xu's intention. This opportunity is very rare."

  Liu Fei suddenly had an idea and thought to himself, "Since Uncle Xu said the person he's introducing me to is a heavyweight from the Central Organization Department, I wonder if it'll be of any help to Governor Jiang?" So he immediately smiled and said, "Uncle Xu, my leader and I are in the same car. How about my leader and I come to your house for dinner together?"

  Xu Wei fell silent for a moment, then came Xu Wei's laughter: "You little stinker is really clever, okay, you and Governor Jiang come together! I believe you won't be disappointed!"

  Hanging up the phone, Liu Fei smiled and said to Jiang Zhengyuan: "Leader, I took the liberty of saying that we two go eat together"

  Around 11:20 am. Liu Fei and his direct supervisor, Henan Provincial Vice Governor and Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee member Jiang Zhengyuan, rang the doorbell of Xu Wei's home, Deputy Minister of Finance.

  The bell had not yet fallen, and the anti-theft door opened. Xu Zhe said with a smile: "Director Jiang, please come in." Then he looked at Liu Fei again, and they walked into the large living room together. Xu Zhe's house was a three-bedroom two-hall house, with a small living room outside and a large living room inside.

  At this time, Xu Wei had already walked out of the living room quickly and smiled as he stretched out his hand saying: "Governor Jiang you are a distinguished guest, welcome, welcome."

  Jiang Zhengyuan didn't dare to be arrogant in front of this Deputy Minister of Finance, and hurriedly stretched out his hand to shake hands with Xu Wei, saying: "Minister Xu, you're being polite, I'm sorry for the sudden visit!"

  Xu Wei smiled: "All comers are guests, let's go, we'll talk in the living room together! Liu Fei and Xu Zhe can just sit anywhere."

  Xu Zhe led Liu Fei to his room door, smiling and stretching out his hand: "Boss, please come in!"

  Liu Fei saw a strange smile appear on Xu Zhe's face, so he didn't go in. Instead, he let out a sly laugh, pushed open the door, and suddenly pulled Xu Zhe over, pushing him inside.

  Standing outside the door, I saw a large black cloth suddenly fall from mid-air, and then poor Xu Zhe was pressed down by a fat man. Another person pressed down on top of him, while Liu Fei slowly walked in, coughed twice and said: "En, not bad, not bad, it seems like all three of you are chrysanthemum enthusiasts!"

  At this time, Xu Zhe, who was pressed at the very bottom, also shouted out: "It's me! Get up quickly!"

  Xiao Qiang and Liu Dang heard the sound was not right, hastily stood up, and saw Liu Fei walking in with a sly smile on his face. Xu Zhe also took off the flower cloth from his head and threw it aside, looking dejected.

  Xiao Qiang chuckled and said to Xu Zhe, "How about it, Xu Zhe? Didn't I tell you that our boss is a master of fooling people? Even if the three of us wanted to trick him, we wouldn't have a chance!"

  Xu Zhe could only sigh and smile wryly at Liu Fei, saying: "Boss, how did you find my weakness?"

  Liu Fei sneered: "Hmph, have you forgotten what I do for a living? I'm the provincial governor's secretary. Observing expressions and body language has become second nature to me. Although you covered it up well just now, when you were about to enter the room, your eyes still revealed a hint of excitement and eeriness. In that instant, I knew something was off about this room."

  Liu Pu plopped himself down on the sofa, leaning back against his own arm and said: "It seems that officialdom is indeed a place to temper oneself. In the past when we used to bully Old Dai, we could succeed three or four times out of ten. But recently, it's been terrible, not even once have we succeeded."

  Xiao Qiang said: "Liu Tun's words are reasonable, the officialdom is a big melting pot, it's a gathering place for elites. As long as you're a talented person, after being tempered for a few years, as long as you can come out safely, you'll definitely be a talent! Our old boss has been in the officialdom for less than a year, right? Look at him now, his tone of speech and eyes are completely different from before. If the old boss was like a young calf before, now he's more like a cheetah, exuding strong confidence and sharpness all over."

  Liu Dong shook his head vigorously: "I didn't see it coming!"

  Xu Zhe also shook his head: "I can't see it either, I just feel that Lao Da's eyes are indeed different from before. As for what's different, I also can't say."

  Liu Fei laughed and scratched the back of his head, grinning: "Have I changed that much? All I know is that after entering officialdom, I've really stirred up a lot of trouble!"

  "Boss, don't even mention those things you've done, when we three heard about them, we almost laughed our heads off! You really are our boss, who dares to mess with anyone? You're so bold, beating up your superior, punching the provincial secretary, scolding the little Japanese guy, saving your sister and getting covered in blood on the streets, you're so cool! And last night, you were even more awesome, taking down the three bodyguards of the American Emperor Group without lifting a finger, and with one move, defeating the top American hacker. You casually threw out 800 million RMB, boss, you're too awesome! I, Liu Weng, don't take orders from anyone, only you!"

  Xu Zhe and Xiao Qiang nodded simultaneously: "Same here!"

  Liu Fei also laughed and then covered his stomach with his hand, saying: "Xu Zhe, first find something to eat, I'm hungry!"

  "Hmph!" One sentence made all three of them speechless.

  Xu Zhe smiled and said: "Boss, can you wait a bit? My mom and the nanny are cooking, I'll be right back."

  Jiang Zhengyuan and Xu Wei never came out after entering the living room.

  It wasn't until dinner time that Liu Fei saw Xu Wei and asked him to introduce himself to the heavyweight figure from the Central Organization Department.