Rebirth of the Rising Sun

Since arriving in Xinqiao Township, Zhou Xingxing recalled many past events, and only then did he deeply feel Feng Sizhe's kindness and tolerance towards him. He thought that he would be an ordinary township cadre in Xinqiao Township, but the leader did not forget him in the end and arranged a deputy township chief for him. Although he was not in charge of many things, he was still a deputy township chief after all, and was considered one of the township leaders. He was always grateful to Feng Sizhe from the bottom of his heart.

Just as he was thinking about what he could do for his leader, He Zhuhua called. Without saying anything, he agreed and immediately found a car and drove straight to the county guesthouse.

He was not unfamiliar with this place he had often visited before. Zhou Xingxing had been to Feng Sizhe's room to report on his work countless times before. But now things were different. He was not here to report on his work to the leader, but to speak well of his uncle on behalf of the leader.

Upon learning that his nephew was coming to see him, Zhou Chunhai happily arranged a special time for him. The uncle and nephew sat face to face in a very quiet room.

"Xiaoxing, are you happy working in Xinqiao Township? How about it? Do you want me to make some arrangements for you to work in other counties? Now your uncle's position in the Organization Department is much higher than before, so it won't take too much effort to arrange things for you." Zhou Chunhai said earnestly while looking at his only nephew.

"Thank you, uncle. I'm doing well in Xinqiao Township and my work is going well. I also want to exercise, so you don't have to worry about me. This time I came here because I have something else to say to you." Facing Zhou Chunhai, Zhou Xingxing didn't know why he always couldn't feel as close to him as before. Maybe it was because Feng Sizhe helped his uncle in the past, and now his uncle betrayed Feng Sizhe. In short, he felt that his uncle was too powerful.

"Well, just tell me what's going on. I'll do anything for you as long as my uncle can do it." Zhou Chunhai showed rare patience, as if he was ready to listen to what the lord had to say.

Seeing that his uncle was really listening to him attentively, Zhou Xingxing nodded and said, "It's like this. I came here this time because of County Magistrate Feng. He is a good leader. Without him, Dahu County would not have changed so much today. Without him, Dahu County..."

"Okay." Zhou Chunhai suddenly interrupted Zhou Xingxing, "Don't say any more. I know what you are going to say next. But I just don't understand. He was the one who demoted you from the county to the countryside. Why don't you hate him but say something good for him? Tell me, did he promise you something again? Humph, you didn't take me seriously before, but now you know my role and now you want to cling to me. It's too late."

When it comes to Feng Sizhe, Zhou Chunhai was full of anger. Apparently he was still angry about the fact that his nephew was transferred to the countryside.

After hearing what Zhou Chunhai said, Zhou Xingxing suddenly stood up from the sofa, "Uncle, what are you talking about? How could County Magistrate Feng be that kind of person? I can tell you that he didn't promise me anything, and he has no intention of currying favor with you. If he wants to curry favor with you, he won't do that because your legs are not thick enough."

"Xiaoxing, how can you talk to me like that? How can you say that? What do you mean?" Hearing his nephew actually say that about him, Zhou Chunhai stood up angrily. He really couldn't understand why his nephew, who had always been so nice to him, would say the opposite of himself at this time?

"I have made it very clear what I meant just now. County Magistrate Feng is a good man and a good cadre. Such cadres should be promoted. No one in Dahu County can compare to him in terms of courage and ability. That's why I said a few fair words. What's wrong with that? On the contrary, you, my uncle, my Deputy Minister Zhou, you really need to check your conscience when you do things. Think about it, if it weren't for County Magistrate Feng's introduction, would you have met the mayor? Without this opportunity, would you have real power and be appreciated by Secretary Qiu? Now that your position is stable, you don't think about repaying the favor, but instead think about how to bring him down. Is this what a conscientious person would do?" Zhou Xingxing was also angry at this time. He was angry because his uncle's attitude made him puzzled.

"You..." Zhou Chunhai felt embarrassed after hearing what his own nephew said. He pointed his finger at Zhou Xingxing angrily and said, "What qualifications do you have to talk to me like this? Do you know how disappointed I will be when you say this?"

"I should be the disappointed one. You have taught me to be a good person and a person with a sense of justice since I was a child. But why is it that when things fell on you, you couldn't keep your original intention? I tell you, Zhou Chunhai, if you did this with personal motives, I would despise you and look down on you forever." Zhou Xingxing didn't know where the energy came from, and he spoke his mind.

After speaking very happily, he turned around and walked out of the room. For the first time, Zhou Xingxing felt that he seemed to have nothing to say to his uncle. His uncle's behavior made him feel very disappointed and lost.

Zhou Xingxing left like that. Looking at his nephew's back, Zhou Chunhai sat back on the sofa. He wanted to be a gentleman, but this time when he came to Dahu County, Secretary Qiu personally talked to him. The meaning of his words was very clear, that is, the investigation of the Municipal Party Committee Organization Department must have a result, and that result must be biased towards He Zhuhua. This was his mission.

At that time, Zhou Chunhai also patted his chest to guarantee it. He knew that Feng Sizhe's way of doing things had always displeased Secretary Qiu. In addition, He Zhuhua had defected to the Qiu faction, so it was clear at a glance which one was more important. He was even secretly happy at the beginning, thinking that Feng Sizhe had finally fallen into his hands, but he never expected that his nephew would actually do this and speak in Feng Sizhe's favor. If he had known this would happen, he would have disappeared just now.

Zhou Chunhai sat on the sofa in pain and thought for a long time. After re-evaluating the situation, he still thought that Feng Sizhe was too young and inexperienced, and it was estimated that he would have no hope of promotion this time. Finally, he made his own plan and planned to talk to Secretary Sun of the County Party Committee and County Magistrate Fang tomorrow to see what they thought. If their opinions were consistent with his, then he would know how to report to the Municipal Party Committee.

On the morning of the second day, Zhou Chunhai had a long talk with Secretary Sun in his office.

The result of the conversation obviously disappointed Zhou Chunhai, because Secretary Sun clearly expressed his support for Feng Sizhe. In his words, in terms of contribution and ability, Feng Sizhe is superior to He Zhuhua. If such a capable cadre cannot take the next step, then who will work hard in the future?

Although Zhou Chunhai intentionally or unintentionally expressed the thoughts of Secretary Qiu of the Municipal Party Committee during the conversation, Sun Shicun seemed not to understand and expressed his own views clearly. He even said that if necessary, he would go to the Municipal Party Committee to explain his views.

He walked out of Secretary Sun's office somewhat dejectedly, and went downstairs to the office of County Mayor Fang Xianzhi with hope.

In Zhou Chunhai's opinion, Fang Xianzhi should support He Zhuhua, because they have always been allies and have a good personal relationship. At this time, he should speak to He Zhuhua. In this way, the secretary and the county magistrate each support one person, and he can make a decision in the middle.

But who knew that Feng Sizhe and Fang Xianzhi had already reached a tacit understanding before, and who knew that He Zhuhua's desire to become the secretary had already angered Fang Xianzhi?

Fang Xianzhi did have a good relationship with He Zhuhua, but that kind of relationship was his way of cultivating his own power. He had always regarded He Zhuhua as a subordinate. But this time, the other party actually wanted to compete for the position of secretary with him and even wanted to ride on his head. How could he tolerate it?

He Zhuhua first competed for the position of secretary, and only wanted to become the county magistrate when he was not competent. This was different from Feng Sizhe's clear goal of becoming the county magistrate. Because the former was threatening to him, while the latter was not at all, Fang Xianzhi's attitude had already been formed.

When Zhou Chunhai arrived at the county magistrate's office, Fang Xianzhi first exchanged pleasantries. Then, when he got to the point, he, like Secretary Sun, pointed out the important role played by Comrade Feng Sizhe in the development of Dahu County, and pointed out that cadres like Feng Sizhe should be promoted in the new leadership team. He also listed what County Magistrate Feng had done in Dahu County. From the pilot of agricultural reform, to his fearless spirit of taking the lead in flood control, to the smooth restructuring of the foundry and lighter factories this year, these are all his contributions, and these contributions are indelible.

Fang Xianzhi's attitude was completely beyond Zhou Chunhai's expectations. He thought that the person who would definitely speak for He Zhuhua actually changed his tone. What was going on?

He left the county magistrate's office angrily and came to He Zhuhua. He asked him a lot of questions, asking him what he had done and why neither the secretary nor the county magistrate spoke up for him.

He Zhuhua was a little confused when he heard Zhou Chunhai say this. In his opinion, it was useless to make any efforts on the secretary, as he was about to retire. It was useless to make any efforts on him. County magistrate Fang Xianzhi was his ally and should speak to him, but why did he stab him in the back at this time?