The Official Ladder: I ascend to the pinnacle of power, wielding the power of life and death.

"Okay, I'll arrange the positions and report back to you."

Jiang Yiming then called Jiang Yongchen and asked him to arrange the seating.

After all, Jiang Yongchen had been in the city for the past two years and had been to all sorts of high-end places, so he knew where to place the guests.

"When Minister Ma from the Organization Department, District Chief Long from Mingyang District, and some people from Xinping County arrive, please arrange their seating and send it to me."

"Okay, I'll arrange it now."

Jiang Yongchen asked, "Are two cases of Maotai-flavor liquor enough?"

"almost."

Jiang Yiming then called everyone to head to Yiyang City.

Wang Lifeng would drive, so he called him along. Chen Zixin also called someone else. The two cars headed to Yiyang City.

It had been a while since everyone had gotten together. Today, Jiang Yiming officially took up his post in the county, and everyone drank to their hearts' content on this joyous occasion.

After dinner, Jiang Yiming suggested that they stay overnight and leave the next morning.

After all, he had to cover for Ma Qiyun and Luo Yan. If they all went back and only Luo Yan stayed behind, it would arouse suspicion.

Ma Qiyun cast an admiring glance at Jiang Yiming.

No one offered any thanks, nor did they raise any objections.

After Jiang Yiming arranged the accommodations, everyone went to rest.

Luo Yan took the opportunity to leave the hotel and get into Ma Qiyun's car.

The two found a secluded spot and continued studying the structure of the character "昆".

The next morning, before 8:30, Jiang Yiming returned to his post.

"County Head, the morning's schedule is to visit the Agriculture Bureau and the Forestry Bureau. In the afternoon, I will accompany the chairman of Mingzhu City Ainong Company and his delegation to the Industrial Park and Yusha Town to investigate the development of the agricultural industry and discuss cooperation matters."

Wang Lifeng gave a brief report on today's schedule.

"I won't go to the Fisheries Bureau. Have the head of the Fisheries Bureau go to the Agriculture Bureau. I'll talk to them when I get there."

Jiang Yiming offered suggestions for revision.

"Yes, County Chief, I will inform Director Wang of the Fisheries Bureau right away."

After writing it down in his notebook, Wang Lifeng turned and walked out.

At nine o'clock, Wang Lifeng, carrying his bag, followed Jiang Yiming downstairs.

As soon as they arrived downstairs, Wang Lifeng quickly stepped forward, opened the car door, and waited for Jiang Yiming to get in.

“Li Feng, I’ll do these things myself from now on. It’s not like I don’t have hands.”

"Boss, other leaders always have their secretaries open the door for them."

“I don’t care about other leaders, but I personally come from the countryside and I’m not that delicate.”

Jiang Yiming said, "Before becoming a leader, didn't you always open the car doors yourself? Does becoming a leader mean your hands are useless?"

"Okay, boss, I'll do as you say."

Wang Lifeng dared not agree, after all, Jiang Yiming had just scolded a bunch of leaders, and it was not something he, as a mere secretary, could say anything about.

When Jiang Yiming arrived at the Agriculture Bureau, the director of the Agriculture Bureau and the director of the Fisheries Bureau were waiting in the lobby downstairs.

Upon seeing Jiang Yiming, the two quickly went to greet him.

"County Chief Jiang, welcome to the Agriculture Bureau for your guidance."

Deng Liwei, director of the county's agricultural bureau, was extremely enthusiastic.

Jiang Yiming looked up at the Agricultural Bureau building. Just half a month ago, he had come to the Agricultural Bureau to seek project support.

Given his position at the time, he wasn't even qualified to visit Deng Liwei; he had to visit the deputy director instead.

Later, when they met downstairs, Jiang Yiming wanted to report to Deng Liwei, but Deng Liwei left, citing that he was too busy and told him to report to the deputy director in charge.

This time, both his status and mindset have changed significantly.

However, he wasn't petty enough to make things difficult for Deng Liwei.

After following Deng Liwei around, we arrived at the conference room.

Deng Liwei and the director of the Fisheries Bureau reported on their recent key tasks and the work for the next stage.

Yesterday was a tight schedule, so everyone reported on macro-level issues and didn't get to the specifics.

Jiang Yiming came here today to hear about the specific work being done in each department.

"Our agricultural bureau has recently been actively attracting foreign capital to invest in Xinping County and establish a modern agricultural base. At the same time, we are supporting local agricultural processing enterprises."

Deng Liwei reported: "In the next stage, we will leverage our local advantages to focus on developing the yellow peach industry, while also accelerating the development of the rice industry."

Jiang Yiming nodded and said, "Aquatic Products Bureau."

"County Chief Jiang, Xinping County has 180,000 mu of aquaculture area, mainly focusing on the four major freshwater fish species. We are optimizing the industrial structure and focusing on developing famous, special and high-quality aquatic products to increase fishermen's income."

The director of the Fisheries Bureau reported: "We are currently studying and formulating relevant policies to accelerate the promotion of crayfish and eel farming throughout the county."

“The things you two mentioned are things I promoted in the industrial park and Xigou Township. I don’t know if you have genuinely researched these industries and think they have great potential, or if you are just trying to please me and deliberately putting them in a prominent position.”

Jiang Yiming pointed out incisively: "If you have conducted serious research, then I will praise you. But if you are just trying to cater to my preferences, then I think you are incompetent cadres."

"Of course, I won't delve into whether you've genuinely conducted research or are just cramming at the last minute. After this meeting, you should personally visit these industries, get a clear understanding of them, and come up with concrete and feasible measures to promote them."

"Overall, your key work directions are correct. However, you can be more detailed. For example, the Agriculture Bureau should take a long-term perspective instead of just focusing on the present. Promoting the development of the yellow peach industry is not just about expanding the area planted with yellow peaches, but more importantly, about enhancing the reputation of yellow peaches."

"You should actively apply for the geographical indication for yellow eels and build brand awareness for yellow peaches. Once the yellow peaches gain recognition, a series of economic benefits will be generated. The sales volume and price of fresh yellow peaches will increase significantly, and correspondingly, canned yellow peaches will be in high demand by consumers."

"The same applies to other varieties. Two months ago, I promoted a rice-shrimp farming project in Xigou Township. The rice produced was a green food with no pesticide residues. Your agricultural bureau is actively promoting it and applying for relevant brands. Could this help increase farmers' income? Of course, I've also noticed a problem: the rice varieties grown by farmers aren't particularly good, and the cooked rice isn't fragrant enough. I remember there's a type of rice in Northeast China that, when cooked, has translucent grains and a wonderful aroma that whets the appetite. Could you send people to investigate and introduce this rice variety to us, and increase its promotion?"

Deng Liwei kept his head down, nodding as he quickly took notes.

The office director and heads of relevant departments behind him also quickly took notes.

"Rest assured, County Chief Jiang, I will immediately convene a special meeting to carefully study and implement your instructions, and strive to make our Xinping County's agricultural industry bigger and stronger under your leadership."

Deng Liwei made a serious statement.