Chapter 501: 460 Shi Yiwu's Fierce (Five updates today, ask for monthly ticket)_1

“Secretary Shi, hello, I am Nie Zhenbang. I will be working in Wanghai City from now on, if there is any abruptness or mistakes, I hope the old squad leader will criticize me.” Nie Zhenbang took the initiative to approach at this moment.

Standing tall and straight, his body exuded a vibrant spirit. This momentum made Nie Zhenbang’s aura quite complete. At such an awkward moment, the solution was to step forward on his own accord.

Hearing Nie Zhenbang’s words, Shi Yiwu turned his head to glance at him. He didn’t extend his hand, merely nodded in acknowledgement, saying: “Comrade Nie, well done. You look the part.”

Shi Yiwu’s words were extremely condescending. In his speech, he implicitly brought down Nie Zhenbang a notch. They were no longer equal.

When the group of people was approaching the city committee auditorium, Shi Yiwu now walked up to the podium in line with Sun Yuzhou. This detail further demonstrated Shi Yiwu’s arrogance and disdain. Regardless of your own vice-ministerial post and being on the standing committee of the Minan Provincial Committee, and holding the title of Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Committee. But doing officialdom to this degree, don’t you really understand that this deputy secretary of the provincial committee is merely equivalent to a member of the standing committee of the provincial committee?

As for Sun Yuzhou, he is a legitimate member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Committee. If it comes to holding titles, the title of Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Committee can also be held. Moreover, he represents the Provincial Committee. It relates to the prestige and face of the Provincial Committee. Doing so was extremely excessive.

At this moment, the auditorium that could accommodate 1,800 people was packed. On both sides of the front desk, there were photographers tracking and filming, and many local media reporters from Wanghai City were gathered below the stage.

Above the rostrum, the banner hung high, in red and white letters “Wanghai City Leadership Cadre Meeting”. On the rostrum, Sun Yuzhou was seated on the left, Shi Yiwu was on the right, next to Sun Yuzhou was Wang Yaguang, the mayor of Wanghai City. Next to Shi Yiwu, were Hu Zhongcheng, the Chairman of the CPPCC, Zhang Zusi, the full-time Deputy Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee, Qi Siyuan, the Secretary of the Municipal Discipline Inspection Commission, Gu Dongliang, the Secretary of the Political and Legal Committee, Liu Yafu, the Minister of Organization, Lin Mohan, the Minister of Propaganda, Zhao Dingguang, the Deputy Mayor of the Standing Committee, Liu Sicun, the Secretary General of the Municipal Party Committee, Zhang Zhengguang, the Commander of the Military Region, Jiang Li, the Minister of the Municipal Party Committee United Front Work Department, and Zhao Fei, the Secretary of the High-tech Zone Work Committee. All the standing committee members of Wanghai city were seated on the rostrum. Nie Zhenbang sat on the right of Hu Zhongcheng, the Chairman of the CPPCC.

In this regard, Shi Yiwu understood. Some small excesses in language and behavior did not represent anything, and Sun Yuzhou could not use this to cause trouble. However, when it came to seating, Shi Yiwu strictly abided by this bottom line. He still gave up the main seat.

It is important to know, in Huaxia, since ancient times, the left has been respected. This has continued since the Qin dynasty, although there have also been eras where the right side was respected. However, traditionally, the left is more respected. Now, on the stage, there are fifteen people, with Sun Yuzhou placed right in the middle.

“Shi Yiwu, he appears to be crude on the surface, he speaks and behaves without any reservations. But it seems now, this man is not that simple.” Nie Zhenbang thought deeply.

After everyone sat down, Liu Sicun, member of the Municipal Standing Committee, and Secretary General of the Municipal Party Committee, walked to the front of the podium, and said into the microphone: “Next, let’s invite Comrade Sun Yuzhou, member of the Provincial Standing Committee, and Minister of Organization of the Provincial Committee, to read out the appointment and removal decisions of the Provincial Committee.”

Following Liu Sicun’s remarks, Sun Yuzhou stood up. In front of him, a microphone was also set up. After glancing at the leaders present, Sun Yuzhou said solemnly: “According to the spirit of the 20th meeting of the Standing Committee of Minan Provincial Committee, after careful consideration of the Standing Committee of Provincial Committee, it is decided to relieve Comrade Lin Xiaoming of his post as member of the Standing Committee of Wang Hai Municipal Party Committee and dismiss him from his position as executive Vice Mayor of the Municipal Government. There is a new appointment. Comrade Nie Zhenbang is appointed as a member and standing committee member of the Wanghai Municipal Party Committee, and is nominated as a candidate for the executive deputy mayor of the Wanghai People’s Government.”

Then, Sun Yuzhou read out Nie Zhenbang’s resume according to the book: “Nie Zhenbang, male, 29 years old, from Yanbei Tang City, graduated with a Master’s degree in Economics. He entered the Chinese Department of Jingcheng University in 1986. Worked at the National Youth League from 1990-1992. From 1993 to 1995, he was transferred to Li County, Bazhou City, Xibei Autonomous Region to serve as deputy county head, county head, and when Li County was promoted to New Li City, he served as mayor and secretary of the municipal party committee. In the meantime, he studied and graduated from the master’s program under professor Wang Shisheng, a professor of economics and doctoral supervisor at Jingcheng University. From 1995-1997, he was transferred to the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection and served as the Standing Deputy Director of the Fifth Discipline Inspection and Supervision Room, a regular bureau-level cadre. From 1997 to 1998, he served as the deputy secretary of the Liangxi Municipal Party Committee in Jiangbei Province and mayor of the municipal people’s government.”

After finishing the resume, Sun Yuzhou followed by saying: “Comrades, Comrade Nie Zhenbang’s work ability is evident to all. Such a comrade to enrich our cadre team in Wanghai City is a full illustration of the central government’s attention and concern to our Wanghai City. Now, let’s invite Comrade Nie Zhenbang to give his inauguration speech.”

Below the stage, all the leaders’ eyes were on him. Nie Zhenbang was not bothered by this attention. The reason is simple, it was nothing surprising. Due to his age and experience, he was destined to be the focus of these leaders.

He stood up, walked to the front of the podium, paused for a moment, and then declared loudly: “Respectful Minister Sun, leaders, comrades. Wanghai City is one of the first special economic zones to open up in our country. It is my honor to come to Wanghai City to take up a post. It’s also a challenge for me… The standing committee of Wanghai City Committee is a united and combative team. I believe that under the leadership of Secretary Shi, Wanghai City will certainly achieve more remarkable achievements.”

If it had been when he had first arrived in Li County, a speech of this sort might have caused some worry and fear. But now? After eight years of honing, it had become a well-trodden path, performed effortlessly.

Following this, Shi Yiwu, on behalf of the Wanghai Municipal Party Committee, welcomed and expressed anticipation towards Nie Zhenbang’s assumption of the post. Naturally, these were nothing more than some superficial, formulaic speeches, devoid of any real significance.

After Shi Yiwu’s speech had concluded, the secretary-general of the Municipal Party Committee, Liu Sicun, declared the meeting adjourned. At this moment, Shi Yiwu rose to his feet and, smiling, turned to Sun Yuzhou beside him: “Minister Yuzhou, as it turns out, it’s already lunchtime. To express our gratitude to the Provincial Party Committee for sending us such a capable cadre, and to welcome Nie and help him settle in, we have arranged a little repast at the Wanghai Hotel. We hope you’ll join us.”

At present, Sun Yuzhou was full of pent-up anger at Shi Yiwu’s attitude. After all, he himself was a standing committee member of the Provincial Party Committee, for Shi Yiwu to behave like this was clearly disrespectful. Still, would he stoop to attend this meal?

Immediately, Sun Yuzhou replied indifferently: “Secretary Shi, there’s no need for formalities. Secretary Chen of the Provincial Party Committee has asked me to go and investigate the organizational work in Haiquan City. I won’t be staying for lunch, perhaps some other time. There will always be opportunities.”

Hearing Sun Yuzhou’s words, Shi Yiwu’s smile abruptly disappeared. He chuckled awkwardly, “Well, seeing as Minister Yuzhou has been tasked by Secretary Chen, I won’t press any further. In the future, we look forward to your continued support and guidance for the work in Wanghai City.”

At this moment, Sun Yuzhou displayed no expression, he merely nodded, walked over to Nie Zhenbang, and said with a smile, “Mayor Nie, I’ve successfully completed my job here. The organization has great faith in and affirmation of your abilities. Do your job well.”

Sun Yuzhou deliberately spoke a few words to Nie Zhenbang, the goal was clear – to build momentum and support for Nie Zhenbang. If Shi Yiwu hadn’t acted so assertively, Sun Yuzhou might not have gone so far.

Yet, Shi Yiwu’s behavior today, while intending to intimidate Nie Zhenbang, had gone a bit too far, impugning not only Nie Zhenbang but also causing Sun Yuzhou to lose face. Thus, Sun Yuzhou now felt no reservations in showing his support for Nie Zhenbang.

Watching Sun Yuzhou’s car slowly drive out the gate of the municipal government building, Shi Yiwu’s previously somewhat smiling face instantly darkened. He spat strongly on the ground, staring at the car’s departing back. He muttered to himself, “Hmph, who does he think he is, rejecting my hospitality.”

Although Shi Yiwu spoke quietly, it was loud enough for those near him, including Nie Zhenbang and Wang Yaguang, to hear clearly.

Shi Yiwu was aiming to indirectly insult Nie Zhenbang and put pressure on him. The goal was to remind Nie Zhenbang about who was in charge in Wanghai City.

After finishing his statement, Shi Yiwu took two steps. A black Bentley Continental four-door sedan slowly pulled up in front of Shi Yiwu, its license plate reading “Nan D-00630”. Shi Yiwu’s secretary, Zhang Xiaohai, ran over to open the car door for him.

Nie Zhenbang was dumbfounded. Was this Shi Yiwu’s official car? Beside him, Wang Yaguang noticed Nie’s surprise and proceeded to explain with a smile, “Deputy Mayor Nie, this is Secretary Shi’s official car. The first car, in fact, is used by Hu Zhongcheng of the CPPCC. Secretary Shi’s birthday is the 30th of June, and thus he chose this license plate. Also, this car is from the city’s reception committee for foreign guests. Secretary Shi’s use of it is said to be temporary. It’s not considered excessive.”

At this moment, Nie Zhenbang finally had a preliminary understanding of Shi Yiwu’s character, summed up in two words: wild. He spat wherever he pleased, without hesitation even in front of Wanghai City’s leaders. He showed no respect to Sun Yuzhou, a leader at the same level from the Provincial Party Committee. His official car was the only unique one in Wanghai City. It was supposedly a guest reception car that was temporarily borrowed, but Nie Zhenbang clearly understood the situation. This was merely a superficial explanation – in reality, this was Shi Yiwu’s official car.

Despite all this, this wildness was only superficial. Shi Yiwu’s crudeness and arrogance were clearly just on the outside. However, Shi Yiwu’s real nature was probably not simple. The wildness inside him was what Nie Zhenbang truly feared.

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