At this moment, a series of footsteps outside the door caused the two people who were chatting about their happiness to stop abruptly. They quickly stood up and rushed out of the door. Shen Tong also stood up immediately and stood timidly aside.
"Secretary Zhao, I'm sorry, I'm really sorry. We just finished the meeting and kept everyone waiting for a long time." The man was majestic, full of style, kind-faced, and said with fists in his hands.
Surrounded by people, the man was sent to the guest of honor seat. Liu Siming winked at the waiter, indicating that the food could be served.
During the conversation, Xie Tianliang restrained his words, Zhao Yitang bowed, and Liu Siming agreed. Only then did Shen Tong know that this person was today's protagonist, Zhang Liwei, member of the Standing Committee of the Dongquan County Party Committee and director of the County Party Committee Office. And that "elegant person" was Shen Tong, the secretary of the county party secretary Wu Jiangkai, sneered at Xie Tianliang's clumsy performance just now, and really regarded himself as a leader. Then I thought about it, was Liu Siming just like Xie Tianliang, using the power of leadership to be so domineering?
After a while, the dishes were all served. Shen Tong was dazzled by the dishes on the table and salivated. A waiter explained in a well-trained manner: Shredded chicken with white fungus, sweet-scented osmanthus fish strips, diced eight-treasure rabbit, Arhat prawns, Fried scallops on skewers, beef tenderloin stir-fried with green onions...
Although Zhang Liwei has been in the officialdom for a long time, it is really rare to see such a pomp. He had to sigh: "This Zhao Yitang is really willing to spend a lot of money. It seems that he has something important to ask of me. Whether it can be done or not is another matter. Let's hear it first." .”
"Cousin Yi, it's so expensive. You can just find a hotel in Dongquan. Why do you have to arrange it like this? I really can't be your brother." Zhang Liwei pretended to blame.
Zhao Yitang said confidently: "Today's simple meal is specially prepared for you. If you don't give me face, my hard work will be in vain."
Zhang Liwei asked in confusion: "What do you mean?"
Zhao Yitang said mysteriously: "Director Zhang is busy with all kinds of things and is busy with official duties all day long. He even forgot his own birthday, right?"
Zhang Liwei rolled his eyes and thought for a moment, then patted his forehead and suddenly realized: "Look at my memory, today is my birthday. Brother Zhao is really thoughtful."
Zhang Liwei has changed the names of Zhao Yitang three times since he entered the house. From Secretary Zhao to Cousin Yi and then to Brother Zhao, it seems to be blurted out, but in fact there is another mystery. Secretary Zhao has an ordinary working relationship and communicates with each other due to work appointments. Cousin Yi goes one step further, breaking away from the work level and having private exchanges of interests; while Brother Zhao is profound, and the relationship between brothers is like brothers and sisters, with more loyalty in the world. Different levels, different statuses, and different identities, the names are also different. Follow the changes.
Zhang Liwei pointed at the dishes and said with great interest: "Brother Zhao, if I guess correctly, the dishes on your table are all dishes for the Manchu-Han banquet, and it is a courtier's banquet with five or more items."
Zhao Yitang clicked his tongue and praised: "In terms of knowledge, you, Director Zhang, are one of the few in the county and even Longnan City. I, Mr. Zhao, can't compare to you. It's really amazing. Yes, with your status and ability, no matter what He should also be a rank 5 or above, right?"
"Hahaha...Brother Zhao, you!" Zhang Liwei looked up to the sky and laughed. Although it was a bit flattering, Zhang Liwei was very pleased with it.
Xie Tianliang on the side was acting like a leader just now, but now he is also flattering and flattering, which is enough to show Zhang Liwei's status in the county.
Of course Zhang Liwei also knew that these people wanted to treat me to dinner, and they wanted to get closer to Secretary Wu. Compared with the secretary of the county party committee, one is a relative and the other is a relative. Zhao Yitang can certainly distinguish which is more important.
Shen Tong was greatly impressed by Zhao Yitang's attentiveness. Zhao Yitang had gone to great lengths to treat Zhang Liwei to a meal, and he even knew his birthday clearly. Even the most difficult person would not be able to treat him to a meal with this reason. flatly refused.
Cups and cups are intertwined, and a fierce battle is going on.
When Zhang Liwei reached Shen Tong, he looked confused and asked, "Who is this?"
Zhao Yitang quickly introduced: "This year's unified recruitment cadre in the county is Shen Tong."
Shen Tong hurriedly stood up, picked up the wine glass, leaned forward, and imitated Zhao Yitang and said: "Director Zhang, my name is Shen Tong. I am honored to attend your birthday party. Thank you Secretary Zhao and Mayor Liu. "I am honored to know Director Zhang and Director Xie. I offer you a glass of wine and wish you a happy birthday and a prosperous official career." After that, he drank it all.
Shen Tong's words, which were neither humble nor overbearing, not only expressed his thoughts, but also directly and indirectly flattered everyone present, which was very useful to listen to.
Zhang Liwei clicked his tongue and praised: "Shen Tong, I remember it. Young man, yes, if you can keep up with Secretary Zhao, you are with the right person. You can learn a lot from him, and you must serve Secretary Zhao well." , The future is boundless, the future is boundless." As he spoke, he pretended to look at Zhao Yitang in surprise, while Zhao Yitang looked at Shen Tong with a smile.
Shen Tong also felt that what he just said was quite appropriate, and with the glass of strong wine just now, his heart immediately became enthusiastic.
After three rounds of drinking, everyone went about their business. Xie Tianliang unconsciously brought the topic to the officialdom of Dongquan, allowing Zhao Yitang, who didn't know how to speak, to find an entry point for tonight's banquet.
Shen Tong carefully observed the self-righteous Xie Tianliang. From his conversation in the car in the afternoon and just now, he could tell that he was not suitable to be the leader's secretary. The first principle of a leader's secretary is to talk less, do more, and act in a low-key manner. But Xie Tianliang is so careless and arrogant that Wu Jiangkai will definitely not use him for long. Liu Siming, who was also a secretary, understands this very well.
Zhao Yitang cautiously probed: "Director Zhang, my current situation is like this plate of shredded chicken and white fungus. The combination on the plate looks harmonious and has good color and taste, but it seems that the white fungus is the main ingredient and the shredded chicken has become an auxiliary ingredient."
Zhao Liwei immediately understood what Zhao Yitang meant, and pointed at the beef tenderloin fried with green onions, and said: "Chicken shreds and white fungus have their own merits, but this beef tenderloin fried with green onions is not the same. Onions are always the condiment, and the beef tenderloin is the real protagonist. material."
The two of them smiled at each other and continued to clink glasses and sing. Shen Tong seemed to understand the official language, but it was certain that the two of them were deliberately avoiding the topic.
After a meal, only half of the five bottles of Wuliangye were left, and everyone was stumbling around drinking. Shen Tong was okay, and he actually performed beyond normal. After drinking, he felt extremely excited.
Although Liu Siming drank a lot, he was still sober. Knowing that the banquet was about to end, he got up and went out to pay the bill.
Xie Tianliang was obviously too drunk and had already fallen asleep on the sofa next to him.
At this time, Zhang Liwei winked at Zhao Yitang and staggered out. Zhao Yitang understood Zhang Liwei's intention, got up and followed him out.
The large room was bustling just now, but now it is deserted and desolate.
Shen Tong felt heartbroken when he saw the untouched dishes on the table and a bottle of liquor worth hundreds of yuan piled in the corner. Why did Secretary Zhao hesitate to speak at the wine table just now? Is there something he didn't want to say in front of everyone? Since we can't talk about it at the wine table, why should we invite Xie Tianliang? A series of questions swirled in Shen Tong's mind.
The west room on the right is a living room. Zhang Liwei walked straight in after coming out of the bathroom.
When Zhang Liwei was sure that there was no one around, he said quietly: "Brother Zhao, there are things I couldn't say just now, because walls have ears." After saying that, he pointed to the main hall.
Zhao Yitang immediately understood his intention, hurriedly poked his head out and looked outside, then closed the door and took it out.
Zhang Liwei sat there, lit a cigarette, and continued: "Although Xie Tianliang and I serve Secretary Wu together, you must know that Xie Tianen, Xie Tianen's brother, is the director of the Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources, and Xie Tianen is close to County Magistrate Ding. , so it’s better not to let him know some things.”
After listening to Zhao Liwei's careful analysis, Zhao Yitang regretted his actions and said apologetically: "Brother, I didn't think carefully."
Zhang Liwei waved his hand and said: "I don't know if it's strange, but outsiders may regard us as comrades, but in fact we are not. We will talk about this later."
After a pause, Zhang Liwei continued: "Secretary Wu actually has a longer-term idea for canceling the survey this time."
Zhao Yitang immediately approached and asked, "What do you think?"
Zhao Liwei raised his eyebrows, flicked the ashes of his cigarette, and said: "Ma Guotao is so arrogant and arrogant. He is not the only one who can do it. Secretary Wu means to take a long-term approach to catch big fish."
Zhao Yitang suddenly realized it and continued to ask: "Then what do you think I should do now?"
"What should I do? Your brother should know better than me, right?" Zhang Liwei finished speaking and picked a grape on the table.
Although Zhao Yitang understood the idea, he still asked tentatively: "You mean to defeat them one by one?"
Zhang Liwei smiled strangely, threw the skin away, clapped his hands, got up and walked out.
After leaving Cuijuxian, we originally arranged to go singing together, but Zhang Liwei had something to do, so we broke up unhappy.