The Strongest Master Venturing Urban-Chapter 811: Growing Discontent

After a group of officials were disciplined, Gan Qiu finally erupted in anger.

Pointing at Chi Chunhua's nose, he questioned fiercely, "Do you also want to be a traitor? Do you?!"

Chi Chunhua, however, calmly retorted, "I don't want to deal with those people either, but with Chen Bin watching, if I don't, I can't keep my position."

"But you can't investigate our own people!"

Sighing, Chi Chunhua showed a face full of helplessness.

"There's nothing I can do. The charges against those people have long been substantiated. If I don't deal with them, Chen Bin will definitely come after me."

At this moment, Ran Qizhi, sitting nearby, also spoke up.

"Actually, you can't blame Chunhua for this. Before coming to Tianhe, Chen Bin must have done his homework in advance, and this time's strategy clearly shows that he came prepared. As a member of the Provincial Committee, if Chunhua doesn't cooperate, he might be reassigned."

Furrowing his brow, Gan Qiu's expression grew increasingly grim.

"I understand the reasoning, but right now the political scene in Tianhe is in turmoil because of Chen Bin. If we lose control of our subordinates, we'll be in big trouble."

"Even if Chen Bin had the guts, he can't possibly deal with all the problematic officials. As long as we operate behind the scenes, we can still promote our own people. This way, the political scene in Tianhe remains under our control."

As soon as Ran Qizhi finished speaking, Chi Chunhua nodded repeatedly.

"Yes, Secretary Ran makes a lot of sense. As long as most of the officials are our people, Chen Bin can't make much of a splash."

Even so, Gan Qiu still looked worried.

"That's easy to say, but if Chen Bin continues like this, we'll really lose face."

Ran Qizhi seemed indifferent to this.

"There's no need to rush in dealing with Chen Bin. And you all know, his main task in coming to Tianhe is to develop the economy, but so far he's achieved nothing. Let's see how he explains this to Cheng Liusha then!"

For Chi Chunhua, Ran Qizhi was helping him out, so he immediately looked at him with admiration.

"Secretary Ran is indeed insightful, I really admire you."

Ran Qizhi said nothing, just sipped his tea with a smile.

Clearly, he enjoyed Chi Chunhua's flattery very much.

After hearing such praise, Gan Qiu felt uncomfortable.

After all, he was the nominal head of Tianhe, so why should Chi Chunhua praise Ran Qizhi?

Despite his dissatisfaction, Gan Qiu did not show it.

After all, now was a time when unity was needed, to avoid giving Chen Bin an advantage.

That afternoon, Chen Bin received a call from Gu Huifeng.

"Secretary Chen, are you free this evening? I'd like to invite you to dinner."

This was the second time Gu Huifeng contacted Chen Bin since reporting the previous work.

Now was the time for employing people, so Chen Bin naturally would not reject his overtures.

"Alright, you make the arrangements then."

After work, Chen Bin went to the prearranged restaurant.

This restaurant wasn't large, but business was quite brisk.

As soon as Chen Bin arrived at the restaurant entrance, Gu Huifeng came over with a smile.

"Secretary Chen, please come inside!"

"Mayor Gu, I'm really embarrassed to have you wait at the door."

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, they went together to a private room upstairs.

After sitting down, Gu Huifeng handed the menu to Chen Bin, inviting him to order dishes.

Chen Bin said he had never been there before and didn't know how the food tasted, so he let Gu Huifeng order, saying he wasn't picky.

After ordering, and once the waiter had left, Gu Huifeng smiled and said,

"Actually, I've wanted to invite Secretary Chen to dinner for a long time, but you've been too busy recently, so I didn't dare disturb you."

These words were not merely polite. Since his fallout with Gan Qiu, Gu Huifeng had hesitated about whether to truly side with Chen Bin.

He was just worried that Chen Bin might be like Sui Tang, unable to support himself, so he had been observing quietly for a long time.

If he didn't side with Chen Bin, it would all be just a personal vendetta between himself and Gan Qiu.

But choosing a side would mean opposing the entire Tianhe political scene.

Now, through Chen Bin's recent performance, Gu Huifeng felt that he was quite capable and politically astute.

And having become a member of the Provincial Committee at a young age, he finally decided to side with Chen Bin.

Once all the dishes were served, Chen Bin proactively asked.

"Mayor Gu, I remember you were quite skilled in the economic sector, why are you now overseeing education?"

Sighing heavily, Gu Huifeng seemed a bit helpless.

"Ever since the previous executive deputy mayor left, I was ready to take over, but unfortunately... sigh, in Tianhe, officials are not chosen for their abilities, but rather for who has more money."

"Are you saying that Mayor Zang got his position through money?"

Gu Huifeng just nodded, not saying a word.

"Who's so powerful that they can decide the appointment of an executive deputy mayor?"

"Isn't it just that person who thinks he's the top leader in Tianhe?"

At these words, Chen Bin and Gu Huifeng exchanged a glance, and both laughed.

Subsequently, Chen Bin said.

"I came to Tianhe to boost the economy. I wonder if Mayor Gu really has the skills, so I can give you a chance to showcase your talent."

"Secretary Chen is well-rounded, capable of excelling in any position. Although I am not as talented, I do have some insights on economic issues."

With Gu Huifeng's response, Chen Bin reached out and patted his shoulder.

"I knew Mayor Gu was extraordinary. Your career path will surely continue smoothly."

"Well then, I'll take Secretary Chen's good words as good luck."

After dining, the two emerged from the private room.

As Gu Huifeng walked, he said, "Secretary Chen, you should know about our only mountain in Tianhe, right?"

"Are you talking about Lion King Mountain? What's up?"

"Lion King Mountain has great scenic value; I think it can be fully developed into a tourist area. But the current development situation is not very good... How about we go there this weekend to take a look?"

Without much thought, Chen Bin nodded directly.

"Sure, you can come find me on Saturday morning."

After dining, they had just reached the parking lot when a middle-aged man came over.

"Oh, isn't this Mayor Gu? Hello, leader!"

Upon seeing him, Gu Huifeng was first a bit startled, then greeted him.

"So it's Dean Quan. Are you here for dinner too?"

"Yes!"

The man nodded and turned to look at Chen Bin.

"And who might this be?"

Gu Huifeng introduced, "This is Secretary Chen, the newcomer City Party Secretary. Secretary Chen, this is Quan Luochi, the dean of the Tianhe City People's Hospital."

"So it's Secretary Chen. Hello, leader, hello!"

Quan Luochi quickly extended both hands to shake hands with Chen Bin.

He then said, "If you two are not busy, why don't we go for tea together?"

"Let's skip the tea, maybe some other day."

Chen Bin didn't dislike Quan Luochi, but he really didn't want to go for tea.

Gu Huifeng immediately chimed in, "Yes, maybe another time."

Seeing neither wanted to go, Quan Luochi could only nod.

"Alright, some other day then."

After Chen Bin and Gu Huifeng left, Quan Luochi stood there deep in thought.

His eyes were spinning round and round...