In name only: I will break the chess game in Handong!

As soon as an Audi with a Beijing license plate (京A) pulled up in front of Beijing University, Chen Luo's phone rang.

"Hello, this is Chen Luo!"

Seeing the unfamiliar phone number, Chen Luo knew that the person sent by his old boss had arrived.

"Hello, Secretary Chen, I am Huang Ming, Mr. Xu's personal secretary. My driver and I have arrived at the main gate of Peking University."

Upon hearing that she was the former leader's personal secretary, Chen Luo's tone quickly softened.

"Director Huang, I've spotted your car!"

After saying that, Chen Luo walked towards the Audi parked at the entrance of Peking University.

At the same time, the front passenger door opened, Secretary Huang adjusted his glasses, quickly got out of the car, and headed straight for Chen Luo.

He couldn't help but speed up when he was five or six meters away from Chen Luo.

"Secretary Chen! Hello!"

"Hello, Director Huang!"

Looking at Huang Ming, who was half a head shorter than him and around forty-five years old, Chen Luo smiled.

Immediately afterwards, Huang Ming extended both hands to shake hands, and Chen Luo smiled and shook hands with him.

"Secretary Chen, you look even younger than in the photos. No wonder the leaders praise you every now and then!"

Despite Huang Ming's flattery, Chen Luo knew perfectly well what was going on.

Huang Ming was also aware of this.

He was indeed Xu Lao's full-time secretary. It was extremely difficult for a full-time secretary to reach the level of a department director. Secretaries are very smart, and he knew all too well the significance of someone who became a member of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee and Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission at the age of thirty-eight.

This person has a proven track record of outstanding achievements in Kunming and Suzhou.

Making friends only brings benefits, not harm.

Perhaps ten years from now, this person in front of me will still be able to say a word to me in a crucial moment...

Even if not, Chen Luo is currently a deputy provincial-level cadre, which is higher than his full-time secretary who is at the department-level.

"The former leader often praised him?"

Perhaps it's because my former leader and I both came from Suzhou, and we both hope that Suzhou will develop well!

"Who says otherwise? Secretary Chen, please get in the car!"

"Alright, Director Huang, let's go together!"

After getting into the car, the driver remained silent the entire time, while Secretary Huang, who was sitting in the front passenger seat, and Chen Luo, who was in the back seat, occasionally exchanged a few words.

During the evening rush hour, the traffic volume in Beijing is enormous.

After driving for nearly an hour, the car gradually came to a stop in front of a heavily guarded three-story villa.

"Secretary Chen, we've arrived!"

After speaking, Huang Ming got out of the car first, then opened the door for Chen Luo. Chen Luo was somewhat flattered, as he should have been the one currying favor with Secretary Huang, after all, even a minor official has to fawn over a prime minister, but...

If Huang Ming knew what Chen Luo was thinking, he would probably just smile helplessly. Huang Ming naturally didn't need to pay such attention to ordinary vice-ministerial level officials; in fact, sometimes these vice-ministerial level officials even had to show him some respect.

But Chen Luo is truly different!

Thirty-eight years old, so young, with a bright future ahead of him. Huang Ming isn't stupid; what's dignity worth compared to a promising future? Besides, Chen Luo is still a vice-ministerial level official, so it doesn't really count as a loss of dignity.

"Thank you for your help, Director Huang!"

"It's alright, Secretary Chen, let's go, the leaders are already waiting."

After nodding, Chen Luo, carrying his briefcase, entered the villa under the guidance of Secretary Huang.

Upon entering the first floor of the villa, a table of prepared food immediately comes into view in the spacious living room.

Old Xu sat in the main seat.

Some of his short, graying hair stood up straight, giving him an imposing and commanding presence!

Upon hearing footsteps, Old Xu turned to look at the doorway.

Upon seeing Chen Luo, Old Xu revealed a faint smile.

"My former boss! I've come to see you!"

Chen Luo jogged forward to greet his former leader, and Old Xu patted Chen Luo on the shoulder.

"Chen Luo, you still look very young!"

You're in good health; I'm sure you'll have the energy to complete the tasks assigned to you by the organization.

Old Xu's words were half truth and half platitudes.

He is 67 years old this year. At this age, he has a deep understanding of the word "health". Health is the synonym for political lifespan!

"Your energy and spirit are fantastic, former boss!"

"Hahaha, you've got a sweet tongue, kid. You weren't like this when you were the vice mayor of Kunming. When I, a member of the Provincial Party Committee and the secretary of the Suzhou Municipal Party Committee, went to Kunming for research, you didn't say a single flattering word."

Chen Luo blushed slightly upon hearing this.

"My old boss, he was young and immature back then."

"Alright, alright, you haven't really changed. You're still the same person at heart. Stop standing and sit down to talk."

"Xiao Huang, go get that bottle of Moutai from my liquor cabinet!"

Upon hearing his boss's instructions, Huang Ming immediately headed towards the wine cabinet.

The wine was brought over quickly.

While eating, Chen Luo did not forget to report to Old Xu on the development and plans of Suzhou City over the years.

Afterwards, Mr. Xu called Chen Luo to his study for a private talk.

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Upon entering the study, Chen Luo immediately recognized the calligraphy hanging on the wall directly in front of him: "Rule of law!"

"Chen Luo, you're about to go to Handong to take charge of political and legal work. How are you? Aren't you worried?"

As he spoke, Old Xu gently turned a page of a copy of the Constitution and stroked it with his slightly wrinkled index finger.

Chen Luo nodded.

"Old leader, there is definitely pressure. My previous work experience has always revolved around economic development. Now I have to take charge of the political and legal work in Handong. I imagine there will be many difficulties."

"Yes, there are difficulties and challenges, but they also help you grow. Your ability in economic development is evident to all. Sending you to work at the Handong Political and Legal Affairs Commission is also to see if you can shoulder responsibilities in other areas!"

Old Xu spoke very frankly, and Chen Luo naturally understood him clearly.

"We originally planned to transfer you to the National Development and Reform Commission at the end of the year, but some people there don't want you to come. They say that when it comes to work, you can shine anywhere."

When you get to Handong, you'd better shine and make some people sweat. I believe you can do that!

These two sentences reveal a rather intriguing meaning: does someone not want him to go to the National Development and Reform Commission?

However, thinking about his current age, Chen Luo couldn't help but smile bitterly to himself. It seemed that he had become a threat to some people.

"Don't worry, senior leader, I will definitely do my best in the political and legal work in Handong!"

"I'm very relieved about that. After all, Chen Luo, you're a genius who graduated from Peking University with a bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree. You certainly have the ability to solve problems!"

In this respect, some of your senior classmates from Peking University often use you as an example to inspire their subordinates.

Even Elder Li is impressed with you. Go to Handong, be bold. The political and legal system in Handong has become rigid and needs radical reform. At the same time, be careful about the impact.

"I've got that in mind, former boss!"

"Hahaha, just remember that. That's all I have to say. Just contact Secretary Huang if you have any questions!"

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It was already 10 p.m. when we left Mr. Xu's residence.

Chen Luo had just finished showering at the guesthouse in Beijing when his cell phone rang.