Life Reset: I’m the Master in the Officialdom

After listening to Sun Menglong's words, Wentao smiled faintly, ignored the people at the table, stood up and left.

Ji Yang watched as everyone left in a disgraceful state. The scene was awkward for a moment, and he secretly regretted how it could have turned out like this. So he hurriedly took steps and closely followed Wen Tao's hurriedly departing figure.

While running, Ji Yang shouted breathlessly: "Taozi... I'm so sorry for what happened to you today! How could I have expected it to turn out like this! In fact, those people really don't have any bad intentions, they are just a little snobbish... Next time there is a suitable opportunity, I will definitely treat you to a big meal to make amends!" As he spoke, Ji Yang's face turned red and he showed a very embarrassed expression.

Hearing this, Wen Tao stopped and turned to look at Ji Yang with a faint smile on his face. He comforted her, "It's okay, Yangzi, don't worry about it. I came back this time mainly to meet you and catch up. Besides, I'm going to report to my new unit soon. Once everything is settled, I will come to see you naturally."

Wen Tao knew very well that the purpose of his visit was only to see his good friend Ji Yang whom he had not seen for many years. As for those other people, how could they be taken seriously by him, the "Young Master Wen"?

Upon hearing this, Ji Yang hurriedly continued, "Taozi, where do you live now? If you haven't found a place to live yet, you can stay at my house first! I have bought a house in the city, but because of work, I have been staying in the township and have no time to go back. My house is fully furnished with all kinds of furniture and appliances..."

However, Wentao waved his hand and refused with a smile: "Don't bother, Yangzi. I have already rented a house, it's very convenient. You should go back and accompany them, don't worry about me!" After that, Wentao waved to Ji Yang again, then turned and strode away.

When Wen Tao left the room, he secretly stuffed two thousand yuan into Ji Yang's handbag. He knew that after this meal, his good brother might have to eat dirt this month...

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The next morning, the sun shone through the thin clouds and fell on the earth.

As soon as the clock pointed to eight o'clock, Wentao hurried to the train platform. He was going to take the earliest departing train to his destination in Liaoan Province - the Organization Department of the Liaoan Provincial Party Committee.

In Liaoan Province, trains are undoubtedly one of the most convenient means of transportation.

It only costs eight yuan to travel from Bengang City where Wentao is located to Anyang City, the capital of Liao'an Province, and the journey takes just over an hour.

Although he had heard before that a young 24-year-old deputy-department-level leading cadre would be arriving, Zhao Lei, member of the Standing Committee of the Liao'an Provincial Party Committee and Minister of Organization, still couldn't help feeling surprised when he actually saw Wen Tao in person.

Wen Tao stood tall and straight, his face resolute yet energetic, his eyes gleaming with wisdom and confidence. Zhao Lei couldn't help but sigh, "Comrade Wen Tao, even if we look at the entire Chinese nation, it's probably rare to find a deputy-department-level official as young as you!"

Hearing Minister Zhao Lei's words, Wen Tao quickly responded with a smile, "Hey, Minister Zhao, you're too kind! I've been able to reach this position today entirely thanks to the organization's careful training and strong support, plus a little bit of luck."

Zhao Lei laughed heartily after hearing this. "Haha, you're quite modest, kid! But, I've long heard about your remarkable achievements in Handong Province. Being too modest isn't necessarily a good thing for young people!"

After saying that, he patted Wentao on the shoulder affectionately, expressing his appreciation for this promising young cadre.

How could Zhao Lei not get to know a young leader like Wen Tao in advance? After hearing about Wen Tao's deeds in Handong, Zhao Lei felt a sense of admiration for him.

Zhao Lei solemnly reminded him, "The situation in Bengang City is indeed somewhat special. If you encounter any difficult problems during the subsequent work, you can come to me anytime, anywhere."

Upon hearing this, Wen Tao quickly smiled humbly and gratefully, and responded, "Thank you, Minister! If I come to bother you too often in the future, I hope you won't be annoyed or annoyed!"

After completing all formalities, Zhao Lei personally led Wen Tao to his personal vehicle—a black, executive-edition Audi A6 sedan with license plate number LiaoO00006. With the deep, powerful roar of the engine, the car slowly started and sped toward the Bengang Municipal Party Committee and Government.

The distance from Anyang to Bengang was about 70 kilometers. The car sped by, the scenery outside the window changing like a slideshow. After just over an hour's drive, they successfully exited the highway.

At the exit from the highway, the Bengang Municipal Government had already arranged a conspicuous van waiting there for a long time. Thanks to the tacit cooperation of this van, they arrived safely at the Bengang Municipal Party Committee and Government in just over ten minutes.

A group of leading officials, led by Municipal Party Secretary Gao Hanlin and Mayor Sun Yiguo, were already eagerly awaiting Wen Tao's arrival at the foot of the Municipal Party Committee building. Although Sun Yiguo harbored many grievances and prejudices against Wen Tao, he dared not neglect the presence of a member of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee and the head of the Organization Department, and despite his arrogance, he could only greet him in person.

At the front of the line stood a middle-aged man, approximately 180 centimeters tall, but unusually thin. Wen Tao thought to himself that this man must be Gao Hanlin, the Party Secretary of Bengang City.

Gao Hanlin's eye sockets were dark and blue, his hair was a mess, and he looked listless, as if he had suffered great torture. This must have been due to the constant harassment from Sun Yiguo beside him.

Beside Sun Yiguo stood a graceful young woman with a beautiful figure. Her delicate face was covered with just the right amount of makeup, and every subtle expression and movement revealed a variety of charm, and every gesture revealed a charming demeanor.

Wen Tao thought to himself that this person was probably Tian Xinxin, the Municipal Party Committee Standing Committee Member and Propaganda Minister that Li Jinpeng had mentioned. Furthermore, several other people were closely surrounding Sun Yiguo. Judging from their positions and demeanor, they must be the Executive Vice Mayor and relevant leaders from the National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference.

The others should be members of the two leading groups of the Municipal Party Committee and Municipal Government. After all, anyone who can stand here should at least be a deputy-department-level leading cadre.

Wentao followed Zhao Lei out of the car, and Sun Yiguo rushed over to greet them before Gao Hanlin.