Reborn as a Noble’s Son - Chapter 645 - Chapter 645: Chapter 601: Admonishing Conversation_1

Chapter 645: Chapter 601: Admonishing Conversation_1

A private report?

This left Yi Mingyang stunned too. He was pondering in his heart. It was still early in the day, but Tian Xujian was already in Minzhou. Either he had arrived the night before, or he had rushed over overnight. Either way, it proved that the situation was quite urgent.

From his own situation, he, compared to Tian Xujian, was not much better, both of them were freshly promoted officials. Although he still had a certain say in this Minan Province, it was merely a say.

If he could gain Tian Xujian’s support, it would be beneficial for his layout within the provincial committee. Immediately, Yi Mingyang nodded with a smile and said, “Okay, Comrade Xujian, it just so happens that I have an hour of free time this morning. After starting work, you can come straight over.”

Yi Mingyang’s office was on the ninth floor of the Provincial Committee office building. Nine was an extreme number. In Huaxia, nine has a profound representative meaning. For example, Dayu cast nine dings; for example, the esteemed nine-five; for example, the combination of ninety-nine and so on. Therefore, Yi Mingyang was very pleased.

The office of the Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee was naturally grandiose. When Yi Mingyang arrived at his own office door, he saw Tian Xujian, a member of the Provincial Party Committee and Secretary of the Wanghai Municipal Party Committee, waiting on the side.

Yi Mingyang smiled and said, “Comrade Xujian, did you have to wait long? Please, come in.”

At this moment, Yi Mingyang and Tian Xujian were like wolves encountering a wild dog, both sides seemingly knowing each other’s intentions. The moment they met, they acted like old friends, appearing very familiar.

Inside Yi Mingyang’s office, he personally poured a cup of tea for Tian Xujian, smiling and said, “Xujian, this is a special black tea from Chunan. Its nature is similar to the Pu’er tea from Caiyun Province. Try it and see how it is? When I came to Minan Province, the comrades in Chunan gave me quite a lot. I will send some back with you.”

This is the art of conversation on the official field. In the system, they also liked this kind of beating around the bush. Officials like Nie Zhenbang, who was straightforward, were indeed rare.

At this moment, Tian Xujian was neither urgent nor slow. Rushing may not be good in these situations. The more anxious you are, the more you care, the more nervous you are, and then you might lose many benefits. Tian Xujian of course wouldn’t do that.

He elegantly took a sip, seemingly savoring the fragrance of the black tea. After that, he put down his tea cup and said, “Secretary Yi, good tea. Since you have said it, I won’t be polite.”

Yi Mingyang laughed at this moment too, saying, “Hehe, Comrade Xujian, as long as you like it. Later, I will have my secretary pack some for you to take back.”

With that, Yi Mingyang said with a smile, “Comrade Xujian, have you come to Minzhou this time for something important?”

When it came to serious matters, Tian Xujian nodded and said, “Secretary Yi, recently, in our Wanghai City, there have been some unpleasant rumors. About Mayor Zhenbang, it’s being rumored around the city that Mayor Zhenbang and a female reporter from Wanghai City TV Station are very close. Their private relationship is good. Some of the officials and the public in the city who don’t know the truth are having some emotions. There are also some doubts about Mayor Zhenbang in the city.”

These words seemed to really show that Tian Xujian was considering and worrying about Nie Zhenbang, but in fact, the real meaning of his words was very clear. Tian Xujian was expressing his dissatisfaction with Nie Zhenbang.

Yi Mingyang laughed in his heart. Tian Xujian was playing his own game. He wanted to get benefits without paying any price and wanted to use him as a cannon fodder. But how could this be possible?

Immediately, Yi Mingyang pretended not to know anything. He feigned an expression of ignorance and nodded, “Secretary Tian, this is not good. I think, is there some misunderstanding here? Such groundless speculation, just laugh it off. Not being the subject of jealousy signifies mediocrity. Mayor Zhenbang, outstanding at work, incorruptible. It’s inevitable for him to offend some people. Secretary Tian, as a team leader, it is your undeniable responsibility to maintain team stability and to protect the comrades below.”

This made Tian Xujian grit his teeth in hatred. Isn’t Yi Mingyang a man of the Zhou family? Nie Zhenbang had been harsh on the Zhou family back in the day, and now they had completely exited the circle. How could he still be so calm?

But hate is hate. The things that need to be done still have to be done. At this time, relying on his own power alone is still too weak.

In Wanghai City, he and Nie Zhenbang are indeed under central management, but in terms of daily management, they are still under the jurisdiction of the Provincial Party Committee of Minan Province.

Nie Zhenbang’s issue is a question of lifestyle. According to the rules, the organization can conduct instructive talks with him. However, to get support at present, the only option is through Yi Mingyang. Mingyang is often in Minzhou, and has a more personal connection with the leadership team of the Provincial Committee than Chunan does. Having him operate behind the scenes would be the most appropriate.

Having thought about this, Tian Xujian realizes that obtaining too many tangible benefits may not be realistic. In Wanghai City, as long as Nie Zhenbang can be discredited, or even removed, thus enabling Chunan to take control of the overall situation in Wanghai, this would be enough.

Subsequently, Tian Xujian does not further delay. Looking at Yi Mingyang, he says, “Secretary Yi, there are some things I am not sure whether I should say. Comrade Nie Zhenbang is not bad in many respects. But this time, the incident with a female journalist named Jiang Ruoxuan is indeed disgraceful. This journalist, barely two years after graduation, is neither particularly accomplished nor skillful. Yet, she has taken on a leading role at Wanghai City TV Station. Isn’t this a clear case of cronyism? Furthermore, he parades about town with this journalist, attending classmate reunions, causing many cadres and people in Wanghai City to become aware of this affair. As a senior cadre of the Party, Comrade Nie Zhenbang’s conduct is simply too undisciplined. I suggest the Provincial Committee must administer solemn measures and criticism.”

Yi Mingyang chooses to selectively ignore Tian Xujian’s comments. Everyone in the bureaucracy understands these tactics. This long spiel is just to give a reason.

At this moment, what Yi Mingyang is considering is whether this incident could influence Nie Zhenbang, whether it could be validated by the Provincial Committee, and whether he could benefit from it.

These lifestyle issues, from within the system, are problems that can be either blown up or minimized. If ignored, it could be just a verbal warning to restrain oneself or cover one’s tracks. These are all possibilities. Nowadays, there aren’t many officials with clean records. Media exposure reveals that many local party and government leaders are maintaining mistresses; this is not a rarity.

However, if elaborated, this is a matter of principle; if investigated, serious cases may result in imprisonment

Thinking about this, Yi Mingyang nods, “Comrade Xujian, this incident is very important and severe. Let’s now go together to report to Secretary Qiao.”

Yi Mingyang’s plan is also clever. Isn’t Tian Xujian trying to suppress Nie Zhenbang, or even get rid of him, using this occasion? Yi Mingyang won’t be the sole person to address it. If we do it, we’ll do it together. This is Yi Mingyang’s attitude.

…

Inside the office of the Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Governor, Qiao Yiren, he’s currently receiving a work report from the Provincial Public Security Department. After the Eastern Sea Group case, the entire bureaucracy of Minan Province has been rocked, and the Provincial Public Security Department has been hit especially hard.

At this moment, Secretary Liang Yuan knocks on the door and enters. Leaning towards Qiao Yiren’s ear, he whispers, “Secretary, Secretary Yi and Secretary Tian from Wanghai City are here. They say they have an urgent matter to report to you.”

Although his voice is kept low, the Director of the Provincial Public Security Department, Director Li, hears it clearly. Seeing that the Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and the Secretary of Wanghai City are visiting together, Director Li immediately stands up, “Secretary, how about I come back this afternoon to report to you?”

Qiao Yiren nods at this moment. With Yi Mingyang and Tian Xujian coming together, it’s certain that something has happened in Wanghai City. This would likely involve Nie Zhenbang. Immediately, Qiao Yiren nods, “Good, Director Li, contact Liang Yuan this afternoon.”

As Director Li leaves from the door, Liang Yuan immediately ushers Yi Mingyang and Tian Xujian in.

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At this moment, Qiao Yiren also stands up, laughing and saying, “Comrades Mingyang and Xujian have arrived. Please have a seat.”

After Liang Yuan has poured tea for both of them, Yi Mingyang puts his teacup on the tea table, and says, “Secretary Qiao, I mainly want to report some issues concerning Comrade Nie Zhenbang in Wanghai City.”

Upon hearing Yi Mingyang’s report, Qiao Yiren immediately frowns. He has a fair understanding of Nie Zhenbang’s situation. As children of a Jingcheng gentry family, Qiao Yiren is also aware of the situation within Jingcheng. Upon hearing Yi’s report, Qiao immediately believed part of it to be true.

At this moment, Qiao Yiren is extremely annoyed. This little Nie Zhenbang is simply courting trouble. Can’t he keep a low profile? Now seeing the attitudes of Yi Mingyang and Tian Xujian, it’s clear they want to suppress Nie Zhenbang through this opportunity. Perhaps they also want to undermine his authority. Showing partiality at this time would not be wise.

With this in mind, Qiao Yiren says gravely, “This is indeed a serious matter. However, without an investigation, listening only to the rumors on the street seems rather biased. I think we should let Comrade Mingyang, as a representative of the organization, have an instructive talk with Nie Zhenbang. Then, let a work group formed by the Provincial Committee’s Organization Department and the Disciplinary Committee conduct an investigation. If there is fault, then corrections need to be made; if there is none the matter can be dropped. Comrade Mingyang, what do you think?”