Officialdom: The beautiful leader took me to the top

Wang Qinghai's words were not just polite; they also contained some of his true feelings.

Previously, when I looked at Li Dong's information, I only knew that Song Ci worked in a media organization.

Unexpectedly, it turned out to be the police network resident director who had interviewed the mine last time.

Not only is he young, but he is also at the same level as me.

On the other hand, Li Dong, although a newcomer, is down-to-earth and efficient in his work. With the added advantage of his relationship with Song Ci, his future path will definitely be easier.

Song Ci naturally noticed Wang Qinghai's change in mood and smiled as she smoothed things over, saying, "Director Wang, you flatter me. I was just busy with something."

"Moreover, Li Dong has many qualities that I lack, and we can learn from each other."

"Also, I was a little worried about Li Donglai when he came to the police station. It's far from the central government, and I was afraid he would go astray."

"Now that I've seen Director Wang, I can finally rest assured."

"Director Wang is mature, steady, and experienced. With Director Wang overseeing things at the police station, I don't need to worry."

Song Ci said this in order to deliberately downplay her own brilliance and avoid putting pressure on Wang Qinghai.

Wang Qinghai clearly hadn't realized Song Ci's intentions, and waved his hand with a smile, "What do you mean by mature and prudent? I am indeed mature, but I wouldn't dare to call myself prudent."

Song Ci's tone became increasingly sincere, "Director Wang, I wasn't flattering you."

“The mining environment is unique and the social population is complex.”

"As the director of the police station, I have to coordinate with the mine's overall arrangements and handle various emergencies."

"Without sufficient patience, courage, and experience, one simply cannot shoulder this responsibility."

"You've been able to work in the mine for so many years, which must be due to the high regard and trust of your superiors."

“I learned during my previous interview that when the mine encountered a localized water seepage danger last year, you were the first to lead the police station to evacuate the surrounding workers. You stayed up for two nights without sleep to minimize the risk.”

"Such a sense of responsibility, what else could it be but an old horse still eager to run?"

Wang Qinghai's eyes reddened, and he asked with slight agitation, "Director Song even knows about this?"

This incident was one of the few highlights of his police career.

Unfortunately, not many people know about it, and the outside world is even less aware of it.

Song Ci nodded, "Of course!"

"Director Li is fortunate to be able to work under a leader like you."

"In the future, I hope Director Wang will give me more guidance and instruction in my work. It's okay if he's a little strict."

"I hope that Li Dong can settle down in the police station this time, learn real skills, and improve his police conduct and discipline."

"The stricter you are, the happier I am!"

Wang Qinghai felt a warmth in his heart, and his smile grew wider. "Director Song is too kind to me. It's just my duty, nothing to mention!"

When he spoke, Wang Qinghai raised his chin slightly.

If someone else had said these words, he would have just taken it as flattery.

But if the speaker is Song Ci, then that's a different story.

Given Song Ci's status and position, there was nothing for him to curry favor with, and given Li Dong's excellence, he didn't need Song Ci's help.

However, I have no problem taking good care of Li Dong in the future.

Ma Xiaotang stood to the side, her fingers clenching even tighter.

She originally thought Song Ci was just pretty or from a good family, but after listening to their conversation, she realized how much better she was than Song Ci.

Song Ci was composed and made a breakthrough for Li Dong with just a few words.

Not only did he leave a good impression on Wang Qinghai, but he also established a positive image in the mine.

Could she carry out such a method with ease?

She originally thought that she and Li Dong were childhood friends and had even been betrothed since they were little, sharing a bond that no one else could match.

But only now did she realize that the bond between Li Dong and Song Ci had long been at a level that no one else could reach.

Lin Mei stepped forward and quietly tugged at Ma Xiaotang's sleeve from behind, signaling with her eyes that he should stop trying to hold on.

Ma Xiaotang turned her head away, looking at Song Ci with a defiant expression.

However, the resentment in her eyes faded somewhat, replaced by a sense of helplessness.

Zhao Chenyu stood aside, feeling a mix of emotions.

I felt sorry for Ma Xiaotang's predicament, but I couldn't help but admit the charm of Song Ci.

That kind of confidence and clarity that comes from within is by no means something that can be deliberately faked.

After a brief chat, today's welcome banquet came to an end.

Song Ci opened the car door for Li Dong, then drove away first.

Only after the taillights disappeared into the distance did everyone disperse.

Zhao Chenyu called a designated driver and used his own car to take Ma Xiaotang and Lin Mei back.

Normally, Ma Xiaotang wouldn't easily accept such a gesture, nor would she want to give Zhao Chenyu a chance to get close.

Perhaps spurred on by Song Ci's words today, Ma Xiaotang was not overly polite and was quite cooperative.

Pang Shibiao didn't need anyone else to arrange his territory at the mine; soon someone drove over to pick him up.

Soon, only Liu Min remained standing in the same spot.

Hu Shengli, the deputy director, walked over and, seeing that no one was paying attention, subtly put his arm around Liu Min's waist. "Still looking? Officer Li has already left."

A hint of fear and disgust flashed in Liu Min's eyes as she stepped back. "Director Hu, this is a mine. Please be mindful of your behavior."

Hu Shengli ignored all that and his tone became even more vicious, "Influence? Since when have you become so concerned about your reputation?"

"Liu Min, your reputation in the mine is already ruined, isn't it? You don't actually think you're some innocent virgin, do you?"

"Only I don't mind, and am willing to touch you."

"Which of the other leaders in the mine doesn't avoid you when they see you?"

“You never made me worry about the impact before, so why are you so concerned about it today?”

Seeing Liu Min's evasive eyes, Hu Shengli stepped forward. "What's wrong? A new recruit has arrived at the police station. Does he want to make a good impression on our Team Leader Li and rebuild his image?"

"Then you'll offer yourself up, climb into our Team Leader Li's bed, and incidentally, beg for his favor to rescue you from this predicament?"

Liu Min, her face ashen, reminded him, "Director Hu, you've had too much to drink!"

Instead of showing any restraint, Hu Shengli scoffed.

He poked Liu Min's shoulder hard with his finger, so hard that Liu Min staggered.

Hu Shengli deliberately moved closer, the smell of alcohol mixed with the smell of smoke hitting Liu Min so hard she almost fainted. "Drunk? I'm perfectly sober!"

"Do you think Li Dong is some kind of pushover? Do you think he would even look at you?"

"Also, you saw what kind of person his wife is today. She's like a fairy. You, Liu Min, can't even compare to one of her toes. Do you think Li Dong would even care about someone like you who's been gossiped about in the mine?"

Liu Min's face turned pale instantly. She clenched her fists tightly, her voice trembling but with a hint of firmness, "Hu Shengli, watch your words. Officer Li and I are just colleagues. I don't have any of the dirty thoughts you're talking about!"