Chapter 2303 - 2303: Plans for Liu Zhizhong

Zhang Qidong chuckled and said, "How does Mayor Xiong want to arrange him?"

"Well..." Xiong Wenwu dragged out a sound, then said, "Liu Zhizhong is your student, so he obviously can't work under you. Therefore, let him come to the City Government office and be my secretary. How about it?"

"Oh, this..."

Zhang Qidong was slightly surprised, but his inner thoughts were indeed huge waves. After all, being the mayor's secretary means great influence and a bright future!

And Xiong Wenwu was right; to avoid suspicion, Zhang Qidong couldn't overly promote Liu Zhizhong.

However, Xiong Wenwu wanting Liu Zhizhong to be his secretary was a perfectly legitimate arrangement.

Nonetheless, Zhang Qidong still had his own thoughts, saying, "Mayor Xiong, I do have some prior plans for Zhizhong. Of course, it's not to make him my secretary but rather some other arrangements. Yet, Mayor Xiong seeing value in Zhizhong is his fortune! But, could we hold off a bit? I plan before the lunar New Year to move him from the City Meteorological Bureau to the Cultural and Tourism Bureau for a transition period of a year or so. After he distinguishes himself, then he can become your secretary, promote him to a senior rank, and by then he'll be 27, which is about the right age. Consequently, it's smoother, more logical, and free from criticism!"

Upon hearing this, Xiong Wenwu wasn't disappointed at all; instead, he praised him, "Oh Mayor Zhang, this is a good design! The Cultural and Tourism Bureau is indeed a place that really trains people. Liu Zhizhong is eloquent; it's definitely using talents wisely. He can lend a hand in the Cultural and Tourism Bureau's events around the lunar New Year! See, it's clear Mayor Zhang still knows how to appreciate talent!"

"Haha, Mayor Xiong is also someone who recognizes talents! Here, let me thank Mayor Xiong on Zhizhong's behalf!"

"Oh~~~ what are we talking about? In Dongnan, we are all outsiders as officials, not easy to manage, so we should pull together and work in unison..."

"Hmm, that's right, indeed..."

"..."

The next morning at six-thirty, haha, the sports fitness center at the Wangyue Hotel got interesting.

The two mayors and Liu Zhizhong, dressed in basketball attire, entered the basketball gym at the fitness center and started their formal morning basketball exercise.

These three are truly united politically, able to wake up early, act promptly, quite in sync.

At six in the morning, all three got up, freshened up, had a little something to eat, and came straight over to practice.

Of course, besides giving equipment to Xiong Wenwu, Liu Zhizhong also gave some to his teacher, Zhang Qidong.

These three felt really good practicing in the basketball gym.

Although they hadn't played ball for years, Xiong Wenwu and Zhang Qidong still had the basics. With not too strenuous exercises, paced correctly, it was manageable.

Needless to say, Liu Zhizhong, a 26-year-old young man, recovered nicely, with impeccable stamina and skills.

After practicing for a while, during the break, three other hotel guests, who looked like Northern businessmen, tall and large, also came to practice basketball.

Consequently, Liu Zhizhong initiated a game, and they even engaged in a three-on-three match together.

Zhang Qidong couldn't run, Xiong Wenwu was slightly better, relying entirely on Liu Zhizhong to maneuver, control the ball, and assist the two mayors, to barely win this match.

However, a win is a win; but the opponent didn't lose too humiliatingly.

This is the way of the world!

After the match ended, the opponents voluntarily approached, wanting to exchange contacts and make friends, but Liu Zhizhong stopped them, directly telling the three Northern folks that the two were leaders from relevant departments, not convenient for external contact, seeking their understanding.

This statement was indeed interesting and quite persuasive. The three Northern traders, hearing this, prudently backed down.

The relevant departments, mysterious and powerful, absolutely formidable, haha…

Liu Zhizhong's handling indeed pleased the two mayors, very satisfied.

Afterward, the three each returned to their room, took a shower, and prepared to eat breakfast with Wang Family father and son.

In last night's VIP suite, Wang Chenglong hosted the three, stating that early today his father went over because he missed the banquet last night involving visitors from Tiandu, joining them for breakfast.

This situation couldn't be more reasonable.

The elderly from Tiandu, all esteemed pioneers, aligning with Wang Qichang, who missed the event due to duties last night, definitely couldn't skip out this morning.

Xiong Wenwu, Zhang Qidong, and Liu Zhizhong, being understanding individuals, were quite sympathetic.

This breakfast was indeed joyous.

During the meal, Zhang Qidong proactively discussed Xiong Wenwu's thoughts and plans regarding him with Liu Zhizhong.

Liu Zhizhong naturally expressed thanks and commitment to work hard at the Cultural and Tourism Bureau before the lunar New Year, contributing to Dongnan City's cultural and tourism development during the Spring Festival, soliciting effort from both mayors.

Speaking of this, Xiong Wenwu smiled and said, "Xiao Liu, how do you plan to involve me and your teacher? Enlighten us?"

Liu Zhizhong didn't conceal, directly replied, "Once I move to the Tourism Bureau, I'll organize a Southeast Spring Cup Basketball Tournament, dividing it into two parts. One part is within Dongnan City, intra-city and county-level agency representative teams, Spring Cup tournament, mainly to strengthen sports and construction among party and government offices; another, inviting provincial city and county-level agency administrative teams to compete in Dongnan, the key highlight obviously being leaders from various cities, e.g., Mayor Xiong and my teacher representing Dongnan City, and if I'm promoted to the Tourism Bureau, I'll definitely register, representing Dongnan. More importantly, for the provincial invitation matches, we'll follow up with our tourism consumption vouchers. When city-level leaders from outside regions come to compete, they bring significant flow and consumption power, which strongly promotes Dongnan's publicity and cultural tourism development. During the Spring Festival, more cultural and sports activities, with party and government demonstration and mass support, are likely quite exceptional, don't you think?"

Upon hearing these plans, Xiong Wenwu and Zhang Qiguang nodded repeatedly, greatly approving Liu Zhizhong's idea. They indicated they'd truly resume training, not wanting to hold Xiao Liu back or shame Dongnan.

And Wang Chenglong, even on-site, expressed his sincere attitude, being very supportive...