Facing Archon Ji's aggressiveness, Zhang Hao didn't want to be completely led by the opponent, so he chose to make a small counterattack.
He took out a pre-organized investigation report from his briefcase and then revealed his real policy goals.
That is the "socialized parenting" plan.
After hearing this, Archon Ji couldn't help being surprised: "Xiao Zhang, did you think of all this yourself?"
"Well, just some immature ideas."
Zhang Hao nodded modestly.
Consul Ji immediately gave a thumbs up: "I have to admit, I was a little blind. If you didn't tell me, I really didn't realize the seriousness of the problem.
Take this socialized parenting plan as an example. At first glance, it seems like complete nonsense, but if you think about it carefully and deeply, it will make you break into a cold sweat unconsciously.
All in all, apart from anything else, your powers of observation and political acumen are far superior to those of ordinary people, including me."
"Uncle Ji, you are too generous."
Zhang Hao couldn't help but feel a little proud of himself.
Although the real world has changed beyond recognition due to the butterfly effect, the general direction and trend of society's progress will not change.
This is his greatest advantage, he can see further and more thoroughly than anyone else.
"There is no one else here, so let's not lie." Consul Ji smiled and waved his hand, "Although I have known that the fertility rate is somewhat low over the years, I have never taken it into consideration. I originally thought I would get through this period.
During difficult times, let’s find ways to increase fertility enthusiasm.”
Archon Ji paused, then spoke seriously:
"Thinking about it now, we have all seriously underestimated the consequences of this matter. If we delay it for another ten or eight years, even if it can be solved by then, we will have to pay a very high price."
Twenty years is exactly one generation.
In fact, in the population structure, the most feared thing is the emergence of generational generation, and the side effects it brings are much more serious than most people imagine.
Hearing this, Zhang Hao immediately got straight to the point: "Uncle Ji, if I am lucky enough to be the consul, then in the next term of office, 'socialized parenting' will become the top priority of all my work.
In other words, I hope that during my term of office, I can initially establish a framework for socialized parenting. If there is not enough time, I will at least fully promote socialized parenting in several large metropolitan areas, so as to accumulate experience for the comprehensive popularization of socialized parenting in the future.
Valuable experience.”
"Okay, your ambition is commendable! If you really succeed in this matter, you will definitely have great merits."
Archon Ji spoke highly of him.
Zhang Hao immediately struck while the iron was hot: "Uncle Ji, I don't have enough experience. I definitely can't do this alone. I want your support."
"Don't worry, I have kept this document. We will discuss it in detail after you officially take office."
Archon Ji did not give a direct answer.
In any case, this matter is very involved, and it cannot be determined by just two or three hours of conversation between the two. It requires long-term planning.
Zhang Hao couldn't figure out the other party's true thoughts, so he could only keep the matter in his heart for the time being.
Next, both parties had lunch together.
From Zhang Hao's point of view, this lunch was not very good, but it was not far behind. There were four dishes and one soup in total, including meat and vegetables, and no shortage of oil and water. It was probably on the same level as the previous university cafeteria.
After lunch, Consul Ji took Zhang Hao for a brief tour of the consul's residence.
After the visit, Zhang Hao officially left.
…
After seeing off the guests, Consul Ji immediately called Chief of Staff Xia Congwen over.
"Consul, how was the conversation?"
"Lao Xia, take a look at this document first."
Archon Ji pointed to the folder on the table.
Xia Congwen picked up the folder and flipped through it quickly, and soon he had a clear idea:
"Is this brought by Zhang Hao?"
Archon Ji nodded: "Yes, what do you think of this 'socialized upbringing'?"
"It's rough, but thought-provoking."
Xia Congwen hits the nail on the head.
"Yes, we both underestimated Zhang Hao. A person who can make all the difference in business can't be much worse." Consul Ji paused, then changed the subject: "Do you think this is his own
Ideas, or someone to help with suggestions?”
Xia Congwen lowered his head and thought for a while, then expressed his judgment: "Judging from this document alone, there are many flaws in the wording and sentences. He should have written it himself."
This guess was correct. Zhang Hao stayed up for a whole week to prepare this plan.
"I think so." Consul Ji agreed.
"Consul, we have to be careful."
Xia Congwen said solemnly.
Archon Ji frowned: "How do you say that?"
Xia Congwen shook the folder in his hand: "From this, I see that Zhang Hao has a big plan. If this plan is really implemented, there is a high probability that he will be re-elected smoothly. We have to guard against it."
Once Zhang Hao is re-elected, the situation will undergo a fundamental change. You must know that there are other major regions outside the homeland, and the other party is not alone.
"I have also thought of what you said." Consul Ji sighed helplessly, "But this socialized parenting policy cannot be ignored. We cannot stop it, otherwise you and I will become criminals in history."
"Consul, since we can't stop it, then postpone this plan and pilot it on a small scale first. After five years, we will promote it comprehensively."
Xia Congwen immediately thought of a solution.
"The key is that time waits for no one!"
Archon Ji hesitated.
Xia Congwen stood up and came to the old leader and persuaded in a low voice: "Consul, if calculated based on last year's grain output, the current population is actually surplus. In order to alleviate the food pressure, socialized parenting should be pushed back a few years.
Years are not a bad thing."
"Lao Xia, be careful what you say."
Archon Ji quickly reminded him.
They planned the Middle East war together, and the result far exceeded expectations, but the process was a bit too cruel. Although he did not regret it, he felt a huge burden in his heart.
Especially in the past two years, a documentary documenting the living conditions of Africans was circulated from nowhere, which made people feel numb and couldn't bear to watch it.
Xia Congwen smiled bitterly: "Consul, we have to make some choices. It's better to die one person than to die the whole family..."
"Okay, don't persuade me." Consul Ji waved his hand, "Even if socialized care is implemented, the new population will be the new generation. They are the future and hope. No matter how high the price is, it will be worth it.
"
"Consul, if Zhang Hao gains huge popularity, it will be very detrimental to us!"
Xia Congwen quickly reminded.
"Lao Xia, if Zhang Hao really has this ability, why not let him be re-elected?" Consul Ji suddenly became generous, "Besides, since Zhang Hao dares to reveal his plans to me in advance and is not afraid that I will replace him temporarily, it shows that he is not that kind of person.
You are a scheming person, you think too much."
"But, what if?"
"Nothing goes wrong. He will conduct a global inspection as soon as he takes office. We can take advantage of the situation and leave this matter to Fan Zhenxiang..."
"Isn't Fan Zhenxiang the deputy consul? How could he interfere? His name is unfair and his words cannot be justified?"
Consul Ji smiled slightly: "I have changed my mind, let him be the executive president!"
"Why?" Xia Congwen was shocked.
If this is the case, it means that Fan Zhenxiang has completely missed the position of consul.
"I can't help it. There has been a lot of commotion in Europa recently. After thinking about it, I still think we should be safer and not let them get involved with the Executive Director."
Archon Ji solemnly explained.
Compared with the Executive President, although the Deputy Consul is nominally the second-in-command of the federation, he is actually only the Consul's substitute and the first heir to the highest power.
In other words, the consul can leave the deputy consul with nothing to do, but he cannot remove the deputy consul.
As for whether the deputy consul has executive powers?
It depends on the wishes of the consul himself. There is a lot of room for maneuver. Consul Ji and others seized on this and wanted to force Zhang Hao to give up his real power.
Xia Congwen's eyes widened instantly: "What about Fan Zhenxiang..."
"The plan does not change quickly, so we can only let him serve as the Executive Yuan for two terms.
In a sense, this is the most powerful executive president since the establishment of the Federation, even more powerful than the previous consuls. It is definitely not a loss."
Consul Ji had just made up his mind.
This is also the safest solution at present.
"What about Zhang Hao...really asking him to be re-elected? In any case, a consul is a consul, and he holds the title of righteousness. Fan Zhenxiang may not be able to compete."
Xia Congwen said worriedly.
"I can't control that much anymore. Let's talk about the future later!" Consul Ji waved his hand, "Zhang Hao is a complete political amateur. If Fan Zhenxiang can't compete, he can't blame others."
In fact, in the final analysis, Consul Ji was also wary of Fan Zhenxiang. As a qualified superior, he must be good at using political balancing techniques.
Xia Congwen was very experienced and quickly saw some clues from the old leader's face, so he echoed:
"Consul, you are still wise!"
"Actually, it doesn't matter who is in power, as long as the Europeans don't benefit. This is the bottom line."
"I understand. I will find a time right away to convey your message to Fan Zhenxiang."
Archon Ji smiled with satisfaction, then waved his hand: "Don't look for time, do it now! Finally, give him a message for me."
"What words?"
“Water is good for all things without fighting for it!”
…
At the same time, Zhongxin Agricultural Company in Minde.
Li Ningtao immediately came across the news about the consul candidate. At first he thought it was just the same name, but when he clicked on it, he found that he was actually his cousin.
"Brother Xu, something big happened."
Zhang Xu was arranging his employees to grow beets. Looking at his cousin who was running towards him, he responded casually:
"What happened? Did someone come from my hometown again? Let me tell you, our employees have been full for a long time. We really can't arrange them. Let them go to Minde Times! There are many job opportunities there."
In recent years, the weather in the entire north has been getting worse day by day. The main reason is that the freezing period in the port is getting longer and longer.
As early as two years ago, even Laoshan was turned into a permanently frozen port, and logistics and transportation relied entirely on trains and roads.
The efficiency is naturally greatly reduced.
Under such a situation, the mainland set off waves of southward migration. In just ten years, the entire north lost more than one-third of its population.
Li Ningtao shook his head and quickly explained: "Brother Xu, there is no one from my hometown. What I want to talk about is cousin Zhang Hao."
"Zhang Hao? What's wrong with him?"
Zhang Xu immediately stopped moving.
During the economic crisis a few years ago, their company also encountered an existential crisis. If it hadn't been for the help of my cousin, it wouldn't have been able to survive.
You don't need to ask to know that if something happens to your cousin, they will definitely suffer as well, and they might not even be able to keep their sugar beet growing qualifications.
Li Ningtao took a few deep breaths, then handed over the phone and said excitedly:
"My cousin is going to be a consul."
"What? You're not kidding me, are you?"
Zhang Xu was so shocked that he almost threw his phone away.
"If you don't believe me, read the news yourself. It's been reported above that Archon Ji directly nominated his cousin as a candidate for the consulship. The probability of winning is very high."
"Let's go to the office and talk."
Zhang Xuli pulled his cousin out of the planting area.
Five minutes later, Zhang Chongyi, who was retiring in Huicheng, received a call from his eldest son.
Zhang Xu originally wanted to call his cousin and uncle, but unfortunately he couldn't get through at all. The phone was either turned off or the line was busy.
There is no other way, so I can only call my old man first and ask him to go and ask about the specific situation in person.
"Boss..."
"Dad, have you watched the news?"
Zhang Xu said impatiently.
"News? What news are you watching?"
Zhang Chongyi was confused.
"Dad, I have some good news for you. Our old Zhang family is going to have a talent." Zhang Xu said excitedly.
"I know that your uncle and Zhang Hao are both talented people, but you and Zhang Kun can only be considered half-qualified at most..."
Zhang Chongyi said naggingly.
"Ahem, dad, where are you thinking? I'd better tell you directly, Zhang Hao is going to be a consul."
"What? I didn't hear clearly, please say it again."
After all, Zhang Chongyi was almost eighty years old, so he really didn't hear clearly. And his third brother, who was five years younger than him, died of illness just two years after moving to Huicheng.
Zhang Xu shouted loudly on the phone: "Dad, Zhang Hao is going to be the federal governor, the position under Ji Zhangqiu's butt."
As soon as he finished speaking, there was only a "bang" sound, and the call was cut off.
Zhang Chongyi didn't bother to pick up his cell phone, and immediately urged his wife, who was clearing the dining table, to turn on the TV, and then directly tuned to the news station.
Coincidentally, the news station was doing a special report on this election, and Zhang Hao's photo hung in the middle of the screen, clearly visible at a glance.
Zhang Xu was almost going crazy with anxiety, thinking that his father couldn't stand the stimulation and had a heart attack.
Fortunately, the phone was quickly connected again, and the daughter-in-law's voice came from the call.
Knowing that his father was fine, Zhang Xu breathed a sigh of relief: "Haixia, please send grandpa to your eldest grandpa's house immediately, and call me later if anything happens."
"I know, dad." Wu Haixia nodded, and then said in disbelief: "Dad, uncle Zhang Hao from the great grandfather's family is really going to become a consul?"
"The news has come out, how can it be false?"
"It's really unexpected." Wu Haixia said with emotion.
"Your cousin is a man of great ability. I am not surprised at all that he can become a consul."
Zhang Xu couldn't help but show off.
Wu Haixia smiled and agreed: "Indeed, I didn't expect that our family could have such a big official."
"Okay, no more chatting, you go quickly! When you get there, don't forget to give me a call back."