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

"Son, the results of your transfer are in."

As soon as Chen Yanshi finished speaking, Chen Hai opened the bedroom door and came out.

"Dad, is it true? It's only been two days."

Chen Hai was somewhat incredulous, but seeing his father's beaming face, he couldn't help but feel excited.

"How could something like this be fake? Let me tell you, the position of district head of Guangming District is pretty good, isn't it?"

Chen Hai looked somewhat embarrassed upon hearing this.

"Dad, am I really capable of being a district head? You know I've always worked in the political and legal system..."

Chen Yanshi immediately became serious.

"Let me tell you, Hai Zi, if you have the opportunity to change your career path, then do so as soon as possible. The higher you go in the political and legal system, the fewer positions there are. Do you think you'll get a seat there?"

Besides, who is born knowing how to run a government? Everyone learns gradually.

As long as you have a heart to serve the people, your work results won't be bad. Don't be like that Sun Liancheng. The other day, your Uncle Zheng told me that he went to the district government to ask if they could approve a piece of land for the reconstruction of Dafeng Factory, but even for such a simple matter, Sun Liancheng disagreed. He just doesn't put the interests of the workers and ordinary people first!

Chen Hai was a little confused, but he agreed with his father's words: as long as you serve the people wholeheartedly, the result will not be too bad.

"Dad, I understand. Don't worry, I will be a good official who wholeheartedly serves the people!"

Chen Yanshi was very satisfied with Chen Hai's determination.

Just then, there was a knock on his door.

"Fuzhen, is Fuzhen there? Open the door!"

The familiar voice shattered Chen Yanshi's joy.

He got up, went to the door, and opened it. Sure enough, it was that old bastard Huang Weimin.

"Old Huang, what are you doing here? Fuzhen, Fuzhen, that's my wife, what are you yelling about?"

Huang Weimin's expression was very calm, and he even had a smile on his face.

"Comrade Chen Yanshi, when I met Fuzhen, you, Chen Yanshi, were probably still stealing chickens and dogs in some village. It's true that Fuzhen is your wife, but that doesn't mean you can make decisions for her. Can't I, the neighbor's brother, even come to see the neighbor's sister?"

"You, Comrade Chen Yanshi, have spent your entire life in the political and legal system, and you don't even understand this basic legal common sense?"

"you!"

Chen Yanshi's good mood vanished completely at this moment.

Seeing this, Chen Hai quickly got up to break up the fight.

"Dad, Uncle Huang, please calm down. It's been years since we last saw each other. Don't start arguing again as soon as you meet."

Chen Hai wanted to be a good guy, but unfortunately, neither of the two old men appreciated it.

"Alright, alright, Xiaohai, just leave this alone. Your dad's bad temper needs to be properly dealt with."

Don't follow your father's example. First he was the head of the anti-corruption bureau, then the deputy head, and now even the deputy head has been dismissed. Your father's parenting methods are clearly problematic. Your sister hasn't come back even once in several years. This old man only cares about the Dafeng Factory as a treasure and a political achievement, and about his own reputation. Who else does he care about?

Chen Hai was stunned for a moment. There was some truth to what he said. Seeing that even his son hesitated, Chen Yanshi's anger surged.

"Huang Laoxie, you're talking nonsense!"

What do you know? My son Hai Zi is about to take office as the district head of Guangming District in Jingzhou City. Don't you understand the significance of that?

Huang Weimin was somewhat surprised by the news.

He adjusted his glasses, looked Chen Hai up and down, and shook his head in disappointment.

"What is sweet treat to others is poison to you!"

Xiao Hai, if I remember correctly, you've been working in the political and legal system all these years. You studied law in college and never got involved in economics or management.

The hundreds of thousands, nearly a million, of people in Guangming District need to eat and develop. You are the person in charge. Your signature could mean hundreds of millions or even billions of yuan in transactions. If you make a mistake, no one can protect you!

If all else fails, I still have some connections, even though I'm an old man. For your mother's sake, I'll help you smooth things over and get transferred to a lower-level position to get used to it.

I think the Provincial Development and Reform Commission is quite good. How about you study there for a few years and then take charge of a local government?

Huang Weimin meant what he said sincerely, but Chen Yanshi clearly misunderstood it.

"What do you mean! Old Huang, are you saying I'm harming my own son? Let me tell you! My son doesn't need your help, he has his father!"

Chen Hai was caught in the middle and felt extremely helpless.

Huang Weimin's softened heart vanished instantly.

"Hmph! You're not worth discussing things with! You, Chen Yanshi, boast of your profound political wisdom, how come you're only a department-level official even after retirement?"

"It's pointless to say more when we don't see eye to eye. Since Fuzhen isn't here, I won't linger, lest I see someone's long face."

Leaning on his cane, Huang Weimin left.

Watching Huang Weimin's departing figure, Chen Hai felt a fleeting sense of missed opportunity.

The Provincial Party Committee compound.

In Villa No. 9, Li Dakang had just opened the door when he saw his ex-wife Ouyang Qing and his cousin Xingzhi sitting at the dining table, where several delicious-looking dishes were already laid out.

"You're back?"

Ouyang Qing approached Li Dakang, took the briefcase from his hand and hung it up, and then said, "I'm leaving the country tomorrow, so please have Xingzhi cook some dishes."

Wash your hands and let's eat.

Li Dakang's pent-up emotions from the entire day were instantly released. It seemed that some political compromises in exchange for his family's safety and his daughter's future were not a bad deal.

After taking a deep breath, Li Dakang went to wash his hands.

Soon, the three of them sat down and began to eat.

"I'm leaving the country tomorrow. It would be good to go and take care of Jiajia. She's been studying abroad alone for the past few years. I've seen people online saying that white food is terrible. If you go, Jiajia can at least have some better food. She's been getting thinner and thinner every year for the past two years."

Ouyang Qing nodded.

"I know that. I've been asking Xingzhi for recipes for some of Jiajia's favorite dishes lately. I guarantee Jiajia will gain ten pounds in six months!"

Li Dakang finally smiled.

"Let's video chat with Jiajia later."

"Okay, no problem!"

Li Dakang didn't say a word about politics. This was the warmest home he'd had in years, and he didn't want to ruin the atmosphere.

The provincial party committee meeting was held early the next morning.

Several important topics were discussed at this meeting: personnel adjustments, the Ministry of Public Security's response, and decisions needed for several major projects in Handong.

Personnel issues are usually discussed last.

The first thing to mention is the response from the Ministry of Public Security.

"Comrades, this morning the Ministry of Public Security responded to our Handong Public Security Bureau, instructing the Handong Provincial Public Security Bureau to be responsible for the anti-drug work in Tazhai Village, Dongshan City. The Ministry of Public Security will send a guidance team to cooperate with the Handong operation."

"This matter should be primarily handled by Governor Liu, with Comrade Chen Luo following up."

The Ministry of Public Security's response is basically just a summary of the notice; who in the localities would dare to disrespect the Ministry of Public Security? Of course, this excludes the municipalities directly under the central government and the Xinjiang and Guangxi regions, which are negligible.