After completing the procedures and collecting the check from Accountant Chen, Lu Jianhong suddenly felt depressed for no reason. He was skeptical of Duan Changjiang's words, but the rumors in the officialdom were not all groundless. Although Secretary Bai's dismissal might not be exactly as Duan Changjiang said, through Duan Changjiang's words, he could find out Wang Jianshuang's character. If what he said was true, then there would be a fierce fight between Wang Jianshuang and Huang Fulin. Should he choose Huang Fulin or remain neutral? Lu Jianhong took a deep breath. Everything should remain the same. What he needed to do was to do his job well. However, what he did not know was that working hard was not the only thing that mattered in the officialdom!
In the afternoon, Lu Jianhong called Qiu Yiming, Gao Lan, and He Zijian to his office and held a short meeting. He mainly asked Gao Lan and He Zijian to write more publicity reports. He also asked Qiu Yiming and Gao Lan to come to the town government at six o'clock tomorrow morning and go to Yanhua City with him to purchase equipment.
The three of them left the office. Lu Jianhong lay back in his chair and rubbed his temples. At this moment, his phone suddenly rang. He picked up the call and heard Anran's bell-like laughter."Mr. Lu, are you busy?"
Lu Jianhong was filled with gratitude towards An Ran and could not help but say," Anran, thank you."
"How are you going to thank me then?" An Ran asked with a smile.”
"As long as you're willing, I can do anything for you!”Lu Jianhong's words came from the bottom of his heart. Anran could also hear Lu Jianhong's sincerity and teased,""Is it really anything?"
Anran's tone was a little ambiguous, and Lu Jianhong's heart was a little restless as he listened to her soft voice. He didn't care if Anran could feel it, and he nodded his head and said,""Anything!"
Anran smiled happily on the phone and said,""If that's the case, why didn't you call me?”
"Too busy." Lu Jianhong told her about Gao He's plan to start a television station, and An Ran said with certainty,""Mm, not bad. You're very creative. Jianhong, do a good job.”
After hanging up the phone, Lu Jianhong suddenly regretted not inviting Anran over to play. He planned to call her back and invite her, but he thought that Baolong Bearing had only been opened not long ago and must be very busy, so he gave up.
For convenience's sake, Huang Fulin let Lu Jianhong use the town's Jinbei van to go to Yanhua City. After shopping around, he purchased the equipment according to Qiu Yiming's list. When everything was done, the sky was already dark. When they arrived in the morning, the sky was already a little overcast. They were still lamenting the good fortune of the heavens, but they did not expect it to rain heavily. Out of safety considerations, Lu Jianhong decided to stay the night in Yan Hua. Qiu Yiming was not old, and Lu Jianhong, Gao Lan, and the driver, Xiao Zhang, were all young and full of energy. The four of them squeezed into a room and played a game of " double buckle." Lu Jianhong and Gao Lan were paired up and cooperated very well. They won three rounds after three rounds. Qiu Yiming threw his cards and said,"Mr. Lu, you guys really don't feel tired working together. You're also so good at playing cards.”
"Station Chief Qiu, what are you saying?" Gao Lan said with a red face.
"Haha, the rain outside has stopped. It's rare for us to come to Yanhua. Little Zhang, let's not be third wheels here.”
The two of them walked very quickly. Gao Lan's face was covered in a faint blush as she said,"Mr. Lu, I'm tired. I'll go back to my room to rest.”
"Go ahead." Lu Jianhong left the house and lay on the bed, switching television channels in boredom. After listening to the famous American sax player Kenigi's sax, he was very intoxicated. After Kenichi finished playing, it was Lang Lang's piano performance. Lu Jianhong suddenly felt a little sad because he thought of Lang Jing.
When Lang Jing was studying at Wuxi Institute of Education, although they were hundreds of miles apart, Lu Jianhong would often go to Wuxi to look for her. Most of the places they met were in the piano room of the institute. Listening to the pleasant music flowing from Lang Jing's fingers was Lu Jianhong's greatest enjoyment. When he saw Lang Lang's performance, the past replayed in his mind like a movie. For more than a year, Lu Jianhong had been suppressing his longing for Lang Jing. Only now did he know that the person he thought he had long forgotten was actually hidden in the deepest part of his heart.
After a moment of absent-mindedness, Lu Jianhong woke up from the pain. He grabbed a towel and entered the bathroom. After taking a cold shower, he felt much more relaxed.
Not long after, there was a knock on the door. Qiu Yiming held a bag in his hand and stuck his head out of the door."Is there…anyone inside?"
Lu Jianhong smiled and said," I say, what kind of thoughts do you have in your head, Commander Qiu? Come in quickly. You're alone."”
"I was worried about disturbing you two.”Qiu Yiming walked in and placed the bag on Lu Jianhong's bed.
Lu Jianhong said seriously," Station Chief Qiu, Gao Lan is a lady. This concerns her reputation. You can't speak carelessly."”
Qiu Yiming smiled and said," Councilman Lu is so young, but he's already a deputy section chief. Moreover, he's Secretary Huang's favorite. Secretary Gao is a civil servant and is also beautiful. I think the two of you are quite compatible."”
"Nonsense." Lu Jianhong didn't know whether to laugh or cry." It's getting late. Go and rest.”
Qiu Yiming smiled and left the room. Just as he left, Lu Jianhong's phone rang. It was Huang Fulin. Lu Jianhong reported the purchase of the equipment and explained the reason for not returning. Huang Fulin said on the phone,"Jianhong, keep your hands steady."
Lu Jianhong didn't quite understand what Huang Fulin meant, but he still agreed,""I will."
After hanging up the phone, Lu Jianhong realized that Qiu Yiming had left a bag on the bed. Inside was a Goldlion suit. Lu Jianhong felt that the suit was not cheap and quickly called Qiu Yiming."Station Chief Qiu, you left the bag in my room. Hurry up and come over to get it.”
Qiu Yiming smiled." Councilman Lu, this is a gift from me. Consider it a communication between our superiors and subordinates."”
Lu Jianhong said seriously," Station Chief Qiu, this suit isn't cheap, right? This is considered bribery."”
"There's no such thing as clothes for bribery. This is purely an exchange of feelings.”Qiu Yiming played the emotional card.
Lu Jianhong wanted to say something, but Qiu Yiming had already hung up. Lu Jianhong looked at the suit in front of him and suddenly remembered what Huang Fulin had said about " being steady." He immediately understood the meaning behind it. The corruption of officials began from a young age and gradually embarked on the path of crime.
Lu Jianhong reminded himself to be vigilant. He carried the bag and knocked on Qiu Yiming's room.""Qiu Zhan, take back these clothes.”
Qiu Yiming laughed and touched his big belly."Mr. Lu, you're making things difficult for me. Look at how short and fat I am. I can't wear it at all. How about this? If you don't like it, you can throw it away.”
Lu Jianhong was put in a difficult position. Qiu Yiming continued,""Committee Member Lu, I'm not afraid of you laughing at me. To tell you the truth, this suit is indeed not only my gift, but also the gift of all the staff of the Cultural Broadcasting Station. There are some situations that you might not know, but the Cultural Broadcasting Station is actually in a very difficult situation now. There are 16 people in the station now. After paying 60% of the cable TV fees to the county Cultural Broadcasting Bureau every year, it is difficult to pay them their salaries. At the end of the year, the town would subsidize some money, but how could that money be enough? Secretary Huang has just arrived, and we don't know his attitude. We can see that he thinks highly of you, so we want you to talk to Secretary Huang more. It can solve our problem.”
"How much is your monthly salary?"
"1,200." Qiu Yiming smiled bitterly.”
"How much is this set of clothes?"
Qiu Yiming remained silent. Lu Jianhong continued,""I think it's at least 3,000 yuan, right?”
Qiu Yiming lowered his head and said,"3,600."”
"I never had a decent suit. Thank you for helping me.”Lu Jianhong kept the bag and took out 3,600 yuan from his wallet to pass to Qiu Yiming." But I can't wear three months 'worth of your salary."”
Qiu Yiming refused. Lu Jianhong said seriously,""I know about Wen Guang Station. I'm also in charge of this area. Your difficulties are my difficulties. It just so happens that I've fought for some funds in the publicity department. I'll consider it at the end of the year.”
Qiu Yiming still refused to accept the money and said,"Mr. Lu, thank you for your kindness, but I won't accept this money.”
Lu Jianhong was a little angry.”
"Councilman Lu, if you insist on me taking the money, I'll resign now." Qiu Yiming said.”
Lu Jianhong pondered for a moment and said," Alright, then I'll take it."”
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