The family gathering didn't last long. After that, many important figures came to offer their blessings.
All of these big shots were still famous even after twenty years. He had left a deep mark in the history of China, and his name would be recorded in the history books.
However, Liu Weihong knew very well that not long later, specifically in three to four months, a few of them would have to bid farewell to the political stage forever. Even so, the writers of history books could not get past them.
Some people, regardless of whether they succeeded or failed in the end, were destined to have a far-reaching impact on history.
Actually, Liu Weihong also had this platform. The key was how he grasped it.
After about nine o'clock, Liu Chengsheng personally led his sister-in-law to welcome the guests at the door. Those who were qualified to visit today were all important figures of the highest leadership in the palace. Any one of them was extraordinary and needed to be looked up to by the world.
There was also a particular way to welcome guests. The second generation disciples were basically all present. Only Liu Chengsheng's wife, Du Yuxin, was an exception. She was the eldest daughter-in-law, so she had to arrange the reception in the living room. The old lady would definitely not care about these things. She would just sit with the old man.
There were no rules for third generation descendants. Liu Weidong would definitely be by his side. The other third-generation descendants could be present or not. After all, they were still young. It didn't matter if they were here or not. In the past, only Liu Weidong was present at this time. But this year, Liu Weihong was added. No one called him, so he followed them.
Of course, no one would chase him away.
His father, Liu Chengjia, even gave him an encouraging look, and his expression was not as serious as before.
No matter what, Liu Weihong's performance today was not bad. It was really rare for the old man to praise him twice in a row. Even Liu Weidong didn't seem to have gotten this prize. Moreover, Liu Weihong did not rely on childish methods like " sweet mouth " to get the praise. His words were reasonable and well-organized. Ordinary leaders might not have such standards.
Why did this child change so much?
But no matter what, this was a good thing. Liu Chengjia was very gratified.
During the break between the guests, Liu Weidong seemed to casually chat with Liu Weihong, who was standing beside him."Weihong, are you used to living in the countryside?”
This was the difference between Liu Weidong and his other siblings. They did not say "countryside" but "countryside". As expected of a leading cadre with substance.
"It's alright," Liu Weihong replied with a smile. Although the material conditions in the countryside were worse, the air was fresher. The relationship between people was relatively simple and not as complicated as that of a large unit.”
"Hehe, Weihong, it seems that the past few years of living in the countryside have indeed changed you a lot. His vision of the problem was more special.”
Liu Weidong put on the airs of a big brother and praised.
Although it was just two juniors chatting, the elders were all listening attentively. Liu Weidong's status in the Liu family was not ordinary. Everyone was curious about Liu Weihong's drastic change. Liu Weidong's praise for Liu Weihong also expressed the thoughts of the elders.
After a few years of training in the countryside, Liu Weihong, who loved to fool around, had become very different. Just that calm bearing alone seemed to be comparable to Liu Weidong. Moreover, what he said made a lot of sense. If it were any other young man, they would have talked about how free and unrestrained they were living in the countryside. However, Liu Weihong started talking about interpersonal relationships.
"Didn't you say that the crowd below is very emotional?”
Liu Weidong asked. It seemed like he was still brooding over Liu Weihong's " stealing the limelight ". However, it was not appropriate to say too much in front of the old man. At this time, he naturally had no more scruples.
"Big brother, it's true that the people below are emotional." Liu Weihong said seriously. Many of our officials, especially those at the grassroots level, have a serious sense of privilege, which has led to sharp conflicts between the officials and the masses.”
Liu Weidong also became serious and said,"Weihong, it's good to carefully observe the matters around you. However, he could not be blinded by a leaf. He could not always look at the changes in society with a problematic eye. I still have to say that most of our officers are good. Those who really like to get special privileges are only a small number of black sheep. This is a matter of principle. You must not be influenced by some people with ulterior motives. Especially since you're a disciple of our Liu Clan, your identity is sensitive, so you have to be even more careful. He didn't want to be used by others.”
Liu Weihong's heart was burning with rage. Not only did Liu Weidong treat himself as the direct descendant of the Liu family, but he also treated himself as the only descendant. It seemed that if any of his sister-in-law's behavior was slightly out of line, he would see it as a threat.
You're the grandson of the Old Liu family, so am I an outsider?
There was no doubt that Liu Weidong did not want his position as the " successor " to be challenged. He hoped that the entire Liu family's strength would be spent on him alone. Of course, after he became a high-ranking official, he would also take care of his brothers and sisters.
However, one thing was certain. He, Liu Weidong, was the heir of the Liu family. Although it was his responsibility and obligation to take care of his younger siblings, he had to take the initiative.
However, Liu Weihong quickly suppressed his anger. His performance in the past was too bad. It was far from what he could recover in just one or two hours today. If he lost his cool and said something out of line, then the good impression he had won with great difficulty would immediately go down the drain. Everyone's evaluation of him was still that he was rotten mud that could not be supported by a wall.
"Big brother, what you said makes sense. The black sheep are indeed just a handful.”A smile appeared on Liu Weihong's face again. He followed Liu Weidong's words and then changed the topic."However, this problem cannot be taken lightly. the dyke of a thousand miles is destroyed by ant nests. If this dissatisfaction was exploited by some people with ulterior motives, it would develop into a relatively large social problem and develop into a trend of capitalist class liberation. It must be guarded against.”
"A wave of capitalist liberalisation? Weihong, it seems like you know a few new terms. However, he could only say this here. He couldn't casually say it outside. This is a very serious political issue, understand?”
This time, it was Liu Chengsheng who spoke. Liu Chengsheng turned around and looked at Liu Weihong with a serious expression.
Seeing this, everyone was shocked. If Liu Weidong was just a " substitute successor," Liu Chengsheng was a real second-generation parent. Other than the old man, he had the most authority in the Liu family and the highest position. When his name was published in the newspaper, he was ranked among the leaders of the central government.
Without waiting for Liu Weihong to answer, Liu Chengsheng continued,"Weihong, you're working in the countryside. You're a grassroots cadre. You don't pay much attention to what you say. You're used to casually quote some terms from the newspapers. It was fine if you didn't pay attention when you were chatting with them. However, when he returned to the capital, he had to be especially careful. He could not casually say anything. It would be easy for others to catch him.”
Speaking of this, Liu Chengsheng's voice was almost fierce.
Everyone was shocked.
Liu Chengsheng was over fifty years old and a high-ranking official at the vice-minister level. He had always been more particular about official prestige and official style. He rarely spoke to others in such a harsh manner, let alone to his nephew on the old man's eightieth birthday.
Lin Meiru's expression changed. She opened her mouth as if she wanted to speak, but Liu Weihong reached out and held her mother's hand, signaling her not to speak. If there was really any unhappiness at this moment, Lin Meiru would be in the wrong. Liu Chengsheng's status as a parent was not a joke. It had a very practical meaning.
The rules of the Old Liu family had always been very strict.
Even if he wanted to suppress Liu Weihong, he could not argue with him. Moreover, Liu Weihong felt that Liu Chengsheng would not be so shallow as to think that his nephew had stolen his son's limelight, so he could not wait to stand up for his son. It seemed that it was still a matter of ideology.
The rumors that Liu Chengsheng was close to Comrade Yuehua were not groundless. Comrade Yuehua had never paid much attention to the work in the field of thought. Liu Chengsheng naturally had the same idea.
Although Liu Weihong was young, he was still a direct descendant of the Liu family. If some of his words were to spread, who knew what kind of storm it would cause.
"Yes, uncle, I'll remember it!”
Liu Weihong said respectfully without any displeasure on his face.
It was an essential quality for many high-ranking officials to not show their emotions. Although Liu Weihong had never been a high-ranking official, he had twenty years of life experience. Furthermore, he was born into a wealthy family, so he was considered knowledgeable.
Liu Chengsheng looked at Liu Weihong, as if he was considering whether his words were credible.
Lin Meiru couldn't help but say,"Brother, Weihong is still young. You should educate him.”
Liu Chengsheng nodded and said no more.
Comrade Yuehua arrived at around 10 am.
To be honest, this was the first time Liu Weihong had seen Yuehua with his own eyes. In the past, Liu Weihong had attended family gatherings on the old man's birthday, but it was not for his entire birthday. The old man had specially instructed him not to organize it. The leaders of the central government did not come personally. They only sent their family members or secretaries to send gifts to express their gratitude.
Today was the old master's 80th birthday, so everyone naturally had to personally visit to congratulate him.
Liu Chengsheng personally accompanied Yuehua into the living room and greeted the old man. Other than Liu Chengsheng, the other second-generation descendants and Liu Weidong did not follow.
The old man wanted to talk to Comrade Yuehua.
Considering that today was a rather special day, the old man couldn't talk too long with Comrade Yuehua. About twenty minutes later, Liu Chengsheng walked out with Yuehua.
Comrade Yuehua's expression was grim as she left in a hurry.
It seemed that the conversation was not going well.
Liu Chengsheng glanced at Liu Weihong coldly. If Liu Weihong had not 'talked nonsense' in front of the old man, there would not have been such an uncongenial conversation.
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