Hearing what his mother said, Qiao Liang didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He knew that his mother was eager to have her grandson as soon as possible. When they got engaged last year, her mother privately talked to him about why they didn't get married together. Seeing that he was getting older, his parents were actually older than him. Still anxious.
Lu Qian's mother couldn't help laughing when she saw Qiao Liang's mother speaking so honestly, and said with a smile, "My dear, I am here to ask for your opinions. If you agree, then we will initially plan to arrange the marriage of the two young people at the end of the year. , of course, we will pick a good day to decide on the specific wedding date later."
Qiao Liang's mother nodded like a chicken pecking rice, "No objection, we definitely have no objection here. I have long been looking forward to the two young people getting married and having children."
Qiao Liang's father kicked his wife's heels from under the table and told her not to talk any more. Although he also hoped that his son would get married soon, he would also care about his son's thoughts and said, "I agree with this, but the main thing is Let’s see what young people think.”
Liao Gufeng turned to look at Qiao Liang and said with a smile, "Xiao Qiao, your parents don't object, what do you think?"
Qiao Liang said, "Uncle Liao, I have no objection. I just follow the arrangements of your elders."
Liao Gufeng said half-jokingly, "Don't be reluctant."
Qiao Liang smiled and scratched his head, "Uncle Liao, look at what you said, how can I be reluctant?"
Liao Gufeng clapped his hands happily and said, "Then it's settled. I'll let Lu Qian's mother discuss the specific arrangements for the wedding with your parents later. Of course, you and Xiaoqian should also make more suggestions."
Liao Gufeng looked very happy. This was a big thing on his mind. Although he knew that Qiao Liang's parents would not object, they did not finalize the matter. Liao Gufeng always felt uneasy. At his level, for him personally For him, his official career has reached the end, and his power has also reached its peak. His daughter's affairs have now become his most important thing. After arranging his junior's affairs well, he will have nothing to worry about if something unexpected happens again in the future. .
Liao Gufeng has now begun to arrange the road that can be paved for Qiao Liang step by step. Even if he leaves, the network resources he left behind can at least protect Qiao Liang as he moves forward. As for what Qiao Liang can achieve in the future How high and far it can go depends on Qiao Liang's luck and ability, especially An Zhe. If An Zhe can take that crucial step in the future, he will also be able to provide great assistance to Qiao Liang in the future.
"Come on, let's finish talking about the business. Let's eat and drink happily." Liao Gufeng greeted Qiao Liang's father to continue drinking. He was in a good mood and couldn't help but want to drink a few more drinks, even though Lu Qian's mother was urging him. Liao Gufeng didn't take it seriously. He smiled and said to Lu Qian's mother, "Life is so short. Now I am about to step into the coffin with two feet. Why don't you let me live a more free and easy life?"
Lu Qian's mother said angrily, "What are you talking about?"
Liao Gufeng laughed and stopped saying those inappropriate words. He smiled and patted Lu Qian's mother's hand, "Don't worry, I'm sensible, but when I come to my in-laws tonight, Xiaoqian and Xiao Qiao's marriage has been decided. It's rare to be happy. It's okay to drink two more glasses. You can also have this one, and let's pay respects to the in-laws together."
After saying that, Liao Gufeng picked up his wine glass and stood up, followed by Lu Qian's mother.
Qiao Liang's parents saw Liao Gufeng and his wife toasting to them and stood up quickly. Qiao Liang stood up and looked at Liao Gufeng who was smiling very happily. At this moment, Qiao Liang suddenly had an illusion. He felt that Liao Gufeng seemed to be really happy. He is getting old. Before, Liao Gufeng gave him the feeling that he was getting stronger with age. Although he was indeed not young, his energy was no less than that of a young man. But now, Qiao Liang really felt that Liao Gufeng had gone through a serious illness. Finally, it felt as if most of the energy and spirit of the whole person had been drained away.
Daguan County, Guanhai Hotel.
County bureau director Cai Minghai rushed to the hotel after finishing his work in the evening. The old leader Qian Zheng came to Daguan from the provincial department. Cai Minghai was not free at night, but when the old leader Qian Zheng called, Cai Minghai had to give Qian a positive response no matter how busy he was. son.
Entering the hotel box, Cai Minghai immediately told Qian Zheng, "Old leader, I'm really sorry. I've been too busy these days and kept you waiting for so long."
When Qian Zheng was still working on the front line, he had led Cai Minghai for a period of time. Later, after he was promoted to deputy director of the provincial department, he also helped Cai Minghai a lot. Therefore, Cai Minghai called Qian Zheng, the old leader, out of respect and respect from the bottom of his heart. Not just because Qian is the deputy director of the provincial department.
Qian Zheng looked at Cai Minghai and smiled and said, "Minghai, you have just been transferred to Daguan. It is normal to be a little busy. How about it? Are you adapting to the new place?"
Cai Minghai smiled and said, "It's nothing to adapt to. This is what we do, and we can say that we are very familiar with the business. What is more troublesome is that we have to go through people and things all over again."
Qian Zheng nodded, "That's for sure. Every place has its own characteristics. When you take office as a new official, the first thing you need to do is to smooth out the people and things inside. This is the first priority."
Qian Zheng paused as he spoke and glanced at Cai Minghai, "Minghai, it's true that you can't stay in Jiangzhou City, so why do you have to come to a remote place like Daguan County? You're just looking at your golden job. Here comes the clay rice bowl."
Cai Minghai shook his head and smiled, "Secretary Qiao trusts me and values me. I can't let him down. I must come here."
Qian Zhengdao said, "I think you have stepped into a deep pit. Why bother to go into this muddy water?"
Cai Minghai looked at Qian Zheng in surprise. The old leader obviously meant something.
At this time, Qian Zheng changed the topic first, "Come on, sit down and talk later. I'm so hungry that I'm getting hungry while waiting for you. Let's eat first."
Cai Minghai nodded and sat down. Only then did he notice that the box was not only very large, but also very luxurious. Cai Minghai subconsciously said, "Old leader, it's just the two of us eating together. Why do we have such a big luxury box? It's a waste. We You two are not outsiders, just find a place to eat."
Qian Zheng's eyes flashed and he said with a smile, "Now that we are all leading cadres with a certain status, we can't treat ourselves too badly. Okay, I'll pay for this meal and I won't let you pay for it. You still have to pay for it." Are you afraid that I will kill you?"
Cai Minghai said hurriedly, "Old leader, that's not what I meant. Besides, if you come to my place, I won't cost you anything."
Qian Zheng smiled, it was just a meal, there was no need for him to compete with Cai Minghai to pay the bill, not to mention that as Cai Minghai's old leader, asking Cai Minghai to treat him to a meal was actually giving him face.
After asking the waiter to start serving the dishes, Qian Zheng and Cai Minghai started chatting nonchalantly until the dishes came one after another. After Qian Zheng took Cai Minghai to drink two drinks, he finally stopped chatting with Cai Minghai and said intentionally or unintentionally, "Minghai , you know, your current situation is a bit bad."
Cai Minghai looked at the old leader in confusion, "Old leader, what do you mean by this..."
Qian Zhengdao said, "Minghai, as I said just now, you should not come to the muddy waters of Daguan. You may ruin your own future."
Cai Minghai frowned when he heard this. When he came here just now, he wanted to ask the old leader why he suddenly came to Daguan today. He didn't call him in advance and only informed him when he arrived. Now it seems that the old leader is trying to act as a certain person. Lobbyists for these people?
Qian Zheng looked at Cai Minghai, and then said earnestly, "Minghai, as the old saying goes, you tell the truth after drinking. I will tell you something that speaks to your heart. You, don't follow Qiao Liang's reckless actions. There are people above you to protect you. If you follow him and act recklessly, Qiao Liang may be fine in the end, but you will become a sacrificial pawn. Do you understand what I mean?"
Cai Minghai said thoughtfully, "Old leader, we are not outsiders. Just tell me what you want to say, and don't keep it secret."
Qian Zhengdao said, "Minghai, is your county bureau investigating any cases now?"
Cai Minghai blinked, "Old leader, you see what you are asking, you are also a member of our system. You should know that a county bureau may not seem big, but there are many cases. What you said is so vague. What case it is, I don’t refer to it specifically, so I don’t know what case it is.”
Qian Zheng said more bluntly, "Minghai, this is the case that you have focused on personally since you took office."
Cai Minghai blinked again, "Old leader, I have focused on many cases since I took office. I don't know which one you are referring to?"
Qian Zheng looked at Cai Minghai with a smile, "Minghai, you have learned to be cunning with me now."
Cai Minghai said, "Old leader, I really don't understand which one you are referring to specifically. You also know that I have just taken office and have so many things to do that my head is almost as busy as a paste."
Qian Zheng was speechless for a moment. He realized that this former subordinate was no longer the stupid young man who obeyed his words. This person grew up slowly, and power was the invisible catalyst. The current Cai Minghai was in his eyes. Here, there is a hint of majesty. This is the obvious change after becoming the top leader. Even though Cai Minghai is only a deputy director now, there is obviously no difference between being in charge of a county bureau and being the deputy director of a provincial department. language.
Qian Zheng was surprised by Cai Minghai's change. On the other hand, Cai Minghai seemed to be joking with Qian Zheng, the old leader, but he was quite shocked in his heart. Now he could basically conclude that the old leader Qian came here just for the case of Cao Qinming's daughter. , the people involved behind the scenes were able to invite his old leader to be a lobbyist. This was really beyond Cai Minghai's expectation. No wonder the old leader suddenly came to Daguan today, it turned out to be for this matter!
Cai Minghai felt a little heavier when he heard the old leader say again, "Minghai, you are a smart man. When I was still on the front line, I said you were a clever guy. I believe you understand what I mean."
Cai Minghai continued to pretend to be confused, "Old leader, I have always been a fool. People say that my brain is crazy and my reaction is half a beat slower than others. You suddenly praised me like this, and I am a little flattered."
