Nominal: The pinnacle of power began in the sixth province of Handong.

The next day, Xia Qing did not go to the ministry to sit down.

During this critical period, it is essential to avoid all unrelated personnel contacts before the Standing Committee meeting as much as possible.

At the same time, Xia Qing did not waste this day.

He asked Vice Minister Lei Yu to compile a list and evaluation materials of the 125 cadres whose promotions and appointments had been frozen.

After several rounds of repeated research, Xia Qing made a discovery.

Only a very small number of these cadres have problems.

However, these problems can be minor or major, and there is no need to freeze them.

As for Qi Tongwei's question, it is even more vague and elusive.

On the surface, there was no problem; it was just that Sha Ruijin characterized it as sycophancy.

However, this argument is too abstract and is by no means sufficient as a reason to freeze appointments.

Xia Qing is now completely certain.

Sha Ruijin's move to freeze the positions of officials was indeed aimed at Qi Tongwei.

Having a clear understanding of the situation, Xia Qing was well-prepared for tomorrow's Standing Committee meeting.

We'll see what moves Sha Ruijin makes at the meeting.

The Standing Committee meeting arrived soon.

Xia Qing got up early to wash her hair and take a shower. After styling her hair, she changed into a neat executive jacket and got into a car to go to the provincial party committee compound.

Outside the Standing Committee meeting room.

Xia Qing first encountered Gao Yuliang.

Gao Yuliang was still holding his thermos, his eyes relaxed yet gleaming, a faint smile on his lips.

Upon seeing Xia Qing, he praised her, saying:

"Minister Xia looks great. Do you exercise regularly?"

"Secretary Gao! Yes, I like playing billiards and volleyball."

Xia Qing and Gao Yuliang walked side by side, returning home.

"These two ball games, one is a gentleman's favorite and the other is a favorite of the workplace, no wonder Minister Xia is always so popular."

"Not at all, not at all. These are all external things. I think that inner beauty comes from knowledge and refinement. I don't know how long I need to learn from you before I can have your kind of demeanor."

"Hahaha, come to my office another day, I'll recommend some books to you."

"It would be impolite to refuse, it would be impolite to refuse!"

The two chatted back and forth, appearing very familiar with each other, like old friends who had known each other for many years.

Upon entering the Standing Committee meeting room, Gao Yuliang pointed out the position of the Organization Minister to Xia Qing. Xia Qing nodded gratefully and was about to sit down when she heard a somewhat mocking voice coming from across the room:

"Is this Minister Xia? That seat isn't easy to sit in."

Xia Qing looked up and saw a square-faced man with a hairstyle that exposed his forehead smiling at her.

Gao Yuliang began by introducing:

"This is Comrade Tian Guofu, the Secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission."

It turns out to be Tian Guofu, a staunch ally of Sha Ruijin.

Xia Qing thought this to herself, but her expression was one of delighted surprise. She proactively extended her hand to Tian Guofu and said:

"Secretary Tian, ​​I've heard so much about you! I've heard of you ever since I was a director in Beijing, and today I finally get to meet you!"

Tian Guofu was taken aback. He had originally intended to give Xia Qing a warning in advance for Sha Ruijin, but he did not expect the other party to be so enthusiastic. He quickly reached out and shook hands with him.

Upon closer inspection of Xia Qing, seeing her excellent appearance and demeanor, he couldn't help but feel a bit more wary.

In Tian Guofu's view, the Organization Minister is an ally that must be won over.

Once Secretary Sha secures the support of the Discipline Inspection Commission and the Organization Department, his work in Handong will proceed more smoothly.

This also foreshadows the complete decline of the Han University gang.

This is something Tian Guofu is very happy to see.

But now, Tian Guofu took the initiative to probe, yet he couldn't glean any inclination from Xia Qing.

The newly arrived organization minister always had a smile on his face, and you couldn't tell what he was thinking.

Tian Guofu knew that this kind of person was the real dangerous character.

He had spoken with Sha Ruijin before coming to the meeting.

This Standing Committee meeting, besides welcoming Xia Qing, also aimed to put enough pressure on him and give him a warning.

We need to make Xia Qing realize the situation as soon as possible and take the initiative to get closer to Sha Ruijin.

For this reason, Tian Guofu was prepared to be a pawn.

Soon, the members of the Standing Committee arrived one after another.

Sha Ruijin was the last to arrive.

His taking his seat signaled the official start of the Standing Committee meeting.

Sha Ruijin, seated in the top position, looked around at everyone and cleared his throat, saying:

"The meeting is now in session. First, let's welcome Comrade Xia Qing, the newly appointed member of the Standing Committee of the Hantong Provincial Party Committee and Minister of the Organization Department."

All the Standing Committee members applauded.

Xia Qing also gave a brief self-introduction as usual, which was how she got to know the other members of the Standing Committee.

But he noticed that there was an empty seat next to Gao Yuliang.

Sha Ruijin noticed Xia Qing's gaze and said:

"Secretary Dakang is dealing with unresolved issues from the Dafeng Factory today and has requested leave from the Standing Committee meeting. Comrade Xia Qing, you don't mind, do you?"

Xia Qing quickly waved his hand and said:

"Not at all. The Dafeng Factory matter concerns the livelihood of the people in Jingzhou City, so Secretary Dakang should of course give it priority."

Even so, Xia Qing still felt a little regretful that she hadn't been able to see Li Dakang.

He had long wanted to meet this legendary secretary who was radical in his methods but overly protective of his reputation.

Next, the Standing Committee will proceed in an orderly manner according to the agenda items.

During the speeches of the various standing committee members, Xia Qing observed that Gao Yuliang remained silent from beginning to end, with a kind expression on his face throughout.

Sha Ruijin would glance in his direction from time to time.

An hour passed quickly.

The various topics are also nearing their conclusion.

Just now.

Tian Guofu delivered a speech.

He stated bluntly:

"Secretary Sha, Comrade Chunlin has left Handong, but the work must continue. Now, the impact of freezing the accounts of those 125 cadres is growing, and we should deal with it as soon as possible. I propose that Comrade Xia Qing take over Comrade Chunlin's work and introduce new evaluation methods as soon as possible to re-examine the procedures for those 125 cadres whose accounts have been frozen."

As soon as Tian Guofu finished speaking, the Standing Committee meeting room immediately fell silent.

The Standing Committee members, who had been sitting casually and occasionally whispering to each other, were now sitting together.

At this moment, she unconsciously sat up straight and looked at Xia Qing.

Xia Qing understood that in their eyes, he was a complete novice who knew nothing about organizational work.

He is unlikely to be competent to take over as the head of the organization department.

They are waiting for me to make my statement.

Will they proactively align themselves with Provincial Party Secretary Sha Ruijin, or will they leave in disgrace like Wu Chunlin?

These factors determined the subsequent course of events in Handong.

Thinking of this, Xia Qing turned her gaze to Sha Ruijin.

He was eager to know the provincial party secretary who had promised to take good care of him during their meeting.

What would you do in this situation?

Meeting Xia Qing's gaze, Sha Ruijin slowly said:

"I agree with Comrade Guofu's view. I urge Comrade Xia Qing to introduce a new evaluation method as soon as possible, unfreeze the promotion and appointment of those 125 cadres, stabilize the confidence of the cadre team in Handong, and prevent the impact from expanding further."

Xia Qing didn't expect Sha Ruijin to say that!

This means that if Xia Qing cannot come up with a new solution that satisfies Sha Ruijin...

The negative impact of freezing the cadre's record was entirely attributed to Xia Qing.

Sha Ruijin said this in front of all the Standing Committee members at the Standing Committee meeting.

It was purely to put pressure on Xia Qing.

This also forces Xia Qing to respond directly, leaving her no room for maneuver.

Everything was designed to force Xia Qing to move closer to him!

Xia Qinglai bore the brunt of the negative impact of the secretary's decision.

You're really something, Sha Ruijin.

The favors that were promised to Minister Zhou of the Organization Department of the Central Committee.

At the Standing Committee meeting, it turned into a show of force.

Since that's the case, I'll fight back.

Xia Qing made up her mind and was about to speak.

But Gao Yuliang, who had been silent all along, suddenly spoke up:

"Secretary Sha, Minister Wu Chunlin previously issued a new set of assessment methods, which I also signed off on. However, after it was submitted to you, it was rejected."

"I'd like to take this opportunity to ask on behalf of Comrade Xia Qing where exactly Minister Chunlin's plan falls short."