Reborn as a Noble’s Son - Chapter 612

Chapter 612: Chapter 568 Continuous Actions_1
 

Juxian Restaurant

Ever since he dined here with Liu Yafu, Nie Zhenbang has fallen in love with the quiet ambiance and style of Juxian Restaurant.

Many meetings have been scheduled here. At this moment, in the private room upstairs of Juxian Restaurant, Gao Wei, Nie Jiamin, Li Jupeng, Li Xiangtian, Luo Xiaobing, Xiao Shanming, Liu Yafu, Liu Sheng, Lin Chunnan, Zhou Zihui, and Zhang Zhengguang are all seated.

Including Nie Zhenbang himself, twelve people, gathered around a table. The atmosphere was somewhat heavy and oppressive, but Nie Zhenbang, holding a bowl with a conch and a scallop in his hand, was eating heartily, seemingly unaffected.

Gao Wei scanned the people present. Those who could sit here today were naturally the confidants of Nie Zhenbang who he trusted implicitly.

After a pause, Gao Wei was the first to speak, “Mayor, can you still eat? Lately, Chen Renqing has been meeting with many officials aggressively. It’s clear that he intends to restrict you.”

As someone took the lead to speak, Liu Yafu also nodded in agreement, “Yes, Mayor, last night, Secretary Chen met with me at the Municipal Party Committee’s No.1 courtyard. Although our conversation was simple, his intention was clear.”

“He said that I should work hard, learn humbly, obey the organization, and be a good cadre of the Party. Doesn’t this clearly outline his intentions?” Liu Yafu continued.

Chen Renqing’s inspection in Wanghai City lasted two days. During the day, Chen Renqing followed protocol without any anomalies and did not comment on the current economic construction situation in Wanghai City. There was neither praise nor criticism.

It was at night that Chen Renqing was most active. For two consecutive nights, he met with Deputy Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee Qi Siyuan, Secretary of the Political and Legal Committee Gu Dongliang, Secretary of the Municipal Discipline Inspection Commission Jiang Huguang and Provincial Committee members Zhao Fei and Jiang Li, along with meetings with Hu Jiawang and Fu Yingping from the government side. He also met with the leaders of various bureaus and districts under the jurisdiction of Wanghai City.

Nie Zhenbang was not sure what was discussed, but he was certain that there won’t be any good news.

Liu Yafu’s words shocked everyone present. Under such circumstances, Liu Yafu’s attitude was obvious.

Nie Jiamin also started, “Old Three, I have received a phone call, and I might be assigned to the Guangzhou Military Region in the next few days to serve as the commander of the Special Forces of the Guangzhou Military Region.”

As soon as he finished speaking, Gao Wei also nodded, “I have also received news about the transfer, and it is very likely that I will be appointed as the Deputy Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee in Chunan Province.”

These two sentences and two transfer orders made the atmosphere in the room even more somber. On the surface, both seem to have been promoted. Nie Jiamin, from a colonel to commanding the Special Forces of the Guangzhou Military Region, would certainly be promoted to senior colonel. Moreover, the Special Forces are the elite forces directly under the jurisdiction of the military region, a bona fide field army system. From this perspective, Nie Jiamin was indeed promoted.

Similarly, Gao Wei was promoted. In Wanghai City, Gao Wei was the Deputy Secretary of the Municipal Discipline Inspection Commission, a vice-ministerial official. After being transferred to Chunan Province, although he still holds the same rank, his power has increased substantially. This situation is similar to that of Lin Mohan. In Wanghai City, Gao Wei was not the head of the Municipal Discipline Inspection Commission and his power was not substantial. However, after going to Chunan, he is a full-time Deputy Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee, which is considered a promotion overall.

Yet, everyone present understood that Nie Jiamin and Gao Wei were Nie Zhenbang’s right-hand men, both the Discipline Inspection Commission and the army being strong departments. Their transfers would have a massive impact on Nie Zhenbang.

Clearly, Chen Renqing’s inspection of Wanghai was linked to the rumors swirling around the city that the central leadership was planning to adjust the Wanghai Municipal Party Committee.

At this moment, listening to the words of Gao Wei and Nie Jiamin, and seeing others looking dejected, Nie Zhenbang also sighed. Everyone present was of value, but unfortunately, they do not have a broad enough perspective on the overall situation.

Nie Zhenbang, looked around and smiled, “It seems that unless I speak, you all have no appetite to eat. Then, let me ask a few questions.”

Nie Zhenbang paused for a moment, then put down the chopsticks in his hand and looked up, “Now that you all understand, this is the central government’s plan to make personnel adjustments in Wanghai City. Do you think this can be stopped?”

This question made everyone thoughtful. Wanghai, being part of the Central Government’s separate plan, didn’t allow Provincial Committee of Minnan Province to make the team adjustments solely on their discretion. Any changes to the team required approval from the Central Government. Clearly, on this matter, there was already a consensus among the central leadership. It was impossible to make adjustments with the tacit consent of families like the Nie, Yang, and even the Gao family.

Thinking about this, Gao Wei nodded, “There’s no other way. Wanghai City is one of the fifteen sub-provincial cities under the direct control of the central government and one of the first five special economic zones. A consensus has already been reached for this adjustment by Central Government. This is indeed a central decision.”

On hearing Gao Wei’s words, others nodded in agreement. Nie Zhenbang responded with a smile, “The second question, if there is no way to adjust, then why are you all so anxious? As Taizu said, ‘the heaven will rain, the mother wishes to marry’. Let it be. The work in Wanghai will continue as it always has. What difference will it make? After all, each of you will be assigned to other places and assume main leadership roles ruling over a territory. This is such a good thing that you can’t even dream of, what is there to worry about?”

While sharing these ideas, Nie Zhenbang was evaluating the series of actions taken after Chen Renqing’s arrival in Wanghai. The Li family feared another scenario like Li State would take place, if given time, they would rise to the occasion.

So, the Li family were eager to change the current state of affairs in Wanghai, making them unable to focus on other aspects and disrupt their strategy.

But, every situation has two aspects. With disadvantages, there are certainly advantages. Of course, adjusting the current team structure in Wanghai by inserting new personnel could to a great extent limit his power. However, the new positions available for Gao Wei and Nie Jiamin seemed promising and had more potential than their current positions here in Wanghai.

Having understood this, Nie Zhenbang finally seemed to understand the deeper implication of why his uncle and father-in-law did not object.

They wanted to avoid conflict. Currently, several people from the Li family were on the brink of madness and collapse. If they persist in resisting, it definitely would not be a wise choice, whether for the whole country or for each family, it would be a heavy blow.

When a family’s self-interest begins to ignore the national interest, then any family in this situation will encounter fierce backlash from the current national ruler. The country has its bottom lines, and politics requires balance.

The power of each family is balanced. If you have a glorious first 30 years, I will have a glorious last 30 years. This is also a kind of balance.

In the mindset of each family, there is also a bottom line. When it comes to the national interest, any family must give way. Comrade Xuri was so, other comrades were so too. Now, it seems that the Li family doesn’t want to cease hostilities. Therefore, the Yang and Nie families, as stakeholders, naturally avoid further conflict.

But from this, Nie Zhenbang saw hope. While the Li and Chen families were putting pressure on his forces in Wanghai and adjusting their teams, it’s quite possible that his own direct subordinates would be dispersed to various parts of the country. This was equivalent to the Li and Chen families working for his cause.

Listening to Nie Zhenbang’s words, Liu Yafu seemed to be the first one whose eyes lit up. At this moment, his admiration for Nie Zhenbang intensified.

Being able to remain optimistic in adversity and find ways to counterattack on his own is enough to win someone’s heart.

“Brother-in-law, how do you see this adjustment in Wanghai City? Do you have hope?” The party ended after nine o’clock. Everyone went home, but Liu Sheng and Liu Yafu went together.

In Liu Yafu’s courtyard, as soon as Liu Sheng sat down, he started to inquire.

Listening to Liu Sheng’s words, Liu Yafu’s face noticeably changed. This brother-in-law of his was indeed skilled in business, but his political intuition and understanding were much weaker.

Considering that he was his wife’s cousin, Liu Yafu decided to help him. He spoke in a serious tone, “Ah Sheng, don’t oversimplify things. Mayor Nie is not someone who can easily be defeated. What about the Eastern Sea Group? How about Shi Yiwu? With some things, you need to look beyond the surface.”

After a pause, Liu Yafu continued, “A good bird chooses a tree to nest in, that’s for sure. But remember, King Goujian of Yue could endure suffering. The current situation in Wanghai City is not as bleak as imagined. It’s hard to say who will win. Right now, just do your job well. Don’t meddle in other affairs. Wait until the new team is in place before further discussions.”(To be continued. If you like this book, please go to to vote for recommendation, monthly tickets. Your support is my biggest motivation.)