"Water can carry a boat, but it can also overturn it. The people must always come first. Only by winning the hearts and minds of the people can a country have hope and a future."
Chen Sheng nodded frequently after hearing this.
He agreed with what Qiao Shaoting said.
It has to be said that their political thoughts are almost all in common, and many of their ideas are almost surprisingly consistent.
The only thing that puzzled Chen Sheng was why Qiao Shaoting abdicated.
He is the youngest president in the history of the North and among all countries.
His tenure in the Northern Kingdom should still be many years away.
He can also do many great achievements in the construction of Northern China.
But now, he is about to hand over the position of president to someone else. Chen Sheng can't figure it out no matter how hard he thinks about it.
And he was also very sorry.
Although he and Qiao Shaoting had a lot in common in terms of running the country, it had to be said that Qiao Shaoting was still stronger than him.
After all, he was born as a commoner, and his thinking and knowledge were naturally limited, so he was not as good as Qiao Shaoting.
Although the position of president is a great temptation for Chen Sheng.
After all, who doesn’t want to sit at the highest position in a country, and who doesn’t want to leave a mark in history?
But reason told Chen Sheng that Qiao Shaoting was the most suitable candidate for president, far more suitable than him.
After thinking for a moment, Chen Sheng still said: "Your Excellency, actually compared to you, I feel that I am still not suitable for the position of president, so I still want to implore you to continue to serve as president. I will do my best to assist you!"
Qiao Shaoting looked at Chen Sheng, but saw sincerity in his eyes.
Appreciation flashed in his eyes.
As expected, Chen Sheng, a young man, had never seen it.
Being able to withstand the temptation of power proves that he is not only capable but also of good character.
Qiao Shaoting said: "I have made up my mind. Learn from me. After a while, the important responsibility of the Northern Kingdom will be placed on your shoulders.
"But Your Excellency, you are still more suitable. I cannot compare with Your Excellency."
Qiao Shaoting patted Chen Sheng on the shoulder: "You are still young now. You will surpass me after a period of experience."
"Your Excellency," Qiao Shaoting interrupted Chen Sheng: "There is no need to say any more, as my decision will not be changed."
Chen Sheng was smart enough. When he saw what Qiao Shaoting had said, he said nothing more and just said: "I will never let you down."
Qiao Shaoting nodded: "I also believe that my vision in selecting people is absolutely correct."
...At eight o'clock in the evening, Qiao Shaoting was preparing to leave the Presidential Palace.
But Bai Hongzhang and Watson came.
"Sir, I have something to discuss with you."
Bai Hongzhang said in a deep voice.
Qiao Shaoting glanced at the watch on his hand: "It's time, I want to go back to be with my family."
Bai Hongzhang's face was serious: "If you don't let me finish today, I will follow you. If you want to go back to Qiao Palace, then I will go back with you!"
Qiao Shaoting frowned.
He knew that Bai Hongzhang had always been stubborn, so after thinking about it he still said: "I'll give you half an hour, you tell me."
Bai Hongzhang glanced at Watson.
Watson immediately said: "Your Excellency, Chief Bai, I have something else to do, so I will leave first."
After Watson left, Bai Hongzhang went directly to the topic: "I have always wondered why you had the idea of abdicating the throne at such a young age. Now I finally understand what's going on."
Qiao Shaoting pursed his lips.
Bai Hongzhang deserves to be Bai Hongzhang.
Others, when they notice something strange, talk to him.
Only Bai Hongzhang remained silent, waiting to find out everything before talking to him.