Chapter 1989 - 1989: 1989

Ding Xiyang nodded and said, "That is indeed the truth. After all, Yan still has feelings for her late husband, Liu Zhizhong. Speaking of Liu Zhizhong, I have seriously studied this young man, and he was indeed remarkable. It's quite a pity."

"It's a bit of a pity, but what's done is done, and his sacrifice is something we can't change. But it's rare that your sister could come out from the shadows and muster the courage to pursue a new life, and that's a good thing. Chi Zhongshui, this person, is indeed exceptional."

"Yes, I have also studied Chi Zhongshui. He is indeed an outstanding young politician! If Yan really takes a liking to him, it would count as a fortunate matter."

"There's no need to worry about the issue of face or whether it's kinship. When you get to Zhou Mountain City, you can consider engaging with the Wale Republic and see if you can seek opportunities from them to aid future development."

Ding Xiyang was a bit surprised, but then his eyebrows relaxed, "Hmm, father, you mean to introduce foreign capital from Valle?"

"Yes, precisely."

"But we are still strictly controlling foreign capital..."

"Silly boy, is it really that strict? The money from our family sent abroad, if transferred back, wouldn't it count as foreign capital too?"

"Oh, haha..."

"..."

Within a month after the father-son confidential conversation, there indeed were significant personnel changes in the political scene of the Great East Pot.

Industry insiders completely understood this rhythm.

Whenever Gu Changsha returned from an inspection tour, there had to be personnel changes.

This time, the major officials in the prefecture-level cities and provinces he visited had basically been repositioned, and they all looked quite promising.

At the same time, some officials would fall. Those who Gu Changsha disliked at the scene and didn't favor in business affairs basically flipped over.

In the Great East Pot, does flipping over need any reason? In fact, 99.99% of cases can be flipped over, even if some lack enough evidence.

This time, naturally, it was about clearing some remnants and such, which has been a long-standing reason, hmm...

Surprisingly unsurprising yet exceptionally popular, Zuo Xinghai, from the position of a province governor, was transferred to become the Mayor of Demon City.

This surge in interest almost instantly overshadowed Tang Zhi's popularity. The future chosen one, none other than him. This is public opinion, and very unanimous because it's a regular practice.

Considering Zuo Xinghai's background, achievements, and age, he indeed seems perfect for the successor role.

It only raises a misconception: What is Gu Changsha playing at?

With his actions in the past two years, obviously, he wouldn't choose a successor, and now… he arranged it at this moment? Could it be that he's having health issues?

But that's not right either. What era is this? Health issues, are they still problems? So many fresh parts are available for use!

Many people couldn't figure it out and could only sigh that he really has political wisdom, impossible for ordinary people to understand!

A few days later, another surge arose, not too hot but still considerable.

That was Ding Xiyang, the Mayor, being promoted to become the Mayor of Zhou Mountain City's City Committee Secretary.

But the city he was in wasn't even a place Gu Changsha had visited for inspection; he just toured a few surrounding cities, and the heads and brains of those cities were all given prominent promotions!

So now, this young department-level cadre, Ding Xiyang, is going to the birdless Zhou Mountain City as Secretary, huh? It's a superficial promotion but actually a demotion!

Everyone knew that place was a political exile; whoever went was irrelevant, just waiting around.

Ding Xiyang, the overseas-educated young cadre, offended someone? So young and useless now…

Anyway, for a while, those officials who were once fairly close to Ding Xiyang began to distance themselves from him. There was no need to associate with officials with no future, right?

People speculated whether this previously deputized official had a weak family background and wondered if his backing had fallen?

Anyway, when someone brought up Ding Xiyang in front of Lu Hongzhong, Lu Hongzhong just shook his head with a sigh, saying he couldn't care less. This young man was rather unfortunate.

But little did they know, he was actually Gu Changsha's biological son! The father-son pair's hidden strategy was truly skillful!

It's eye-catching to be suppressed, but even more impressive is not being eye-catching, more favorable for a stealthy rise!

Meanwhile, in the Wale Republic, everything was continuing to flourish.

Liu Zhizhong's interactions with the Changnan Autonomous State were proceeding step-by-step as they should.

Because Zhao Yan wouldn't be going to Wale for a while, primarily because her mother wasn't in good health, and it was the summer vacation period, her teaching appointment at the Wale National Art Academy wasn't urgent.

She had discussed this with Liu Zhizhong, who wasn't in a rush, believing that good things were worth waiting for, and filial piety was essential. He found his wife to be admirable and worth cherishing.

Regarding Zhao Yan's move to Wale, Gu Changsha contemplated from many angles before deciding to station Ye Bingyu in Wale, responsible for affairs in Southwest Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East, using Wale as the base.

Realistically, he also considered Ye Bingyu and Zhao Yan's personal relationship, feeling that it would, firstly, facilitate work and, secondly, ensure Zhao Yan's personal safety.

Zhao Yan and Ye Bingyu's relationship, those who know, know. Gu Changsha's arrangement was exactly what both desired, and they were thrilled.

It's just that Ye Bingyu was pondering one issue internally: when would she be able to disclose to Zhao Yan her relationship with Liu Zhizhong? Haha…

With her new mission, Ye Bingyu, of course, needed to head to Wale first, selecting a residence and office location, quite busy indeed.

Though busy, she could still steal moments with Liu Zhizhong, thoroughly enjoying herself.

That day, Liu Zhizhong received an invitation from Tang Zhi's side, inviting him to attend the inauguration ceremony of an international tourism route and cut the ribbon!

Liu Zhizhong gladly agreed, promising to expedite his trip to Changnan Autonomous State the day after tomorrow.

At the same time, Liu Zhizhong also received Zuo Xintong and the child's address from Hamuer.

No matter what, he had to meet the old lover and see his son, right? Hehe…

While fantasizing about such beautiful matters, the Chairman of the Wale National Religious Committee came to visit the President's Mansion in person.

Wale's national religious belief is free, as long as it's not a cult; funds coming in and out are subject to national review for legitimacy and compliance.

Although the people of Wale previously widely believed in Buddhism, the Chairman of the National Religious Committee was neither Valle nor a Buddhist but a devout Christian, named Saint Koki.