Chapter 377 What is a perfect partner?
Chapter 377 What is a perfect partner?
Shilin official residence.
Jianfeng took the contract and handed it to the chairman with excitement:
"Father, Hong Zhi has submitted a proposal."
"Oh?
"How did you convince him and how much did it cost?" The chairman was quite surprised.
“Father, he took the initiative to submit the plan.
“It should have been prepared.
"It saves me a lot of effort."
Jianfeng smiled with great satisfaction.
"Ah, loyal ministers, good ministers, wise ministers.
"He is still young and can go a long way with you in the future. You should treat him well from now on instead of being suspicious and controlling.
“Why did I trust Dai Li in the beginning, but later resent him?
"Because Dai Li went from liking money and women to liking power, this is terrible and unforgivable.
“Hong Zhiyou has no greed for power.
"He has no interest in the Premier, the Director of the Bureau of Secrets, or the Army Commander-in-Chief.
“He just likes money.
"Isn't this simple? Just let him make money.
"You can't even use such a pure person. There are so many people who love money and power in the government. Are you going to send them all to Machang Town to be executed?"
The chairman carefully taught him how to manage people.
"Father, I will definitely learn from this lesson.
“The problem now is that he has become a well-known figure and it’s hard to persuade him.
“In the past, he would be excited by a photo, but now he is not interested in official titles, wishes, or any other rewards.
“I don’t know how to get close to him.”
Jianfeng said somewhat depressed.
"Get his heart back first.
“Hong Zhiyou is a sentimental person, so you have to be sincere when doing things.
“Treat him like a woman.
"You have to restore his military status and position." The chairman instructed.
"The party has revoked his qualifications." Jianfeng whispered.
“Who said that? I didn’t sign it.
“The executive committee also did not sign off.
“If he says no, you say yes.
"His military rank and party membership should all be in place. Even if they are no longer in place, we will immediately fill their vacancies." When it comes to being a rogue, the chairman is a professional.
"Yeah, so he said it's not true?
"I'll go and fill in for him now."
Jianfeng finally figured out what was going on.
“No, I’ve already asked someone to fix it.
"Well, you can give him some documents and information from the Internal Investigation Bureau, and let him attend the executive meeting of this party affairs reorganization." said the chairman.
"He may not answer it." Jianfeng said.
"Do you care whether he accepts it or not?
“Let Zhang Daofan personally appoint him, first announce that he is still a party member, and promote him to deputy director of the Internal Investigation Bureau.
“Then let the committee approve his membership of the executive.
“It doesn’t matter whether he watches it or not, whether he participates or not.
"As long as, legally speaking, he is still a major general commissioner and deputy director of the Internal Investigation Bureau, that is enough."
The chairman rolled his eyes at him.
"Father, you are still wise." Jianfeng suddenly realized.
“Don’t be impatient yet.
"Not only Hong Zhiyou, but also Wu Jingzhong and Yu Zecheng. In short, you should support whoever he cares about.
"Wu Jingzhong is also a senior figure. When he was in Jinhai, he was particularly good at intelligence, anti-corruption and anti-espionage work. He is also your old classmate. In fact, he should have been promoted long ago.
"Zheng Jiemin was promoted to lieutenant general in 44.
"When he was at the Sino-Soviet Intelligence Institute, Wu Jingzhong was his deputy. After so many years, it's time for him to be promoted.
"I suggest that Wu Jingzhong be promoted to the National Defense Staff Headquarters as a lieutenant general staff officer.
"Isn't his leg injured?
"If he wants to work, he can work. If he doesn't want to work, just let him sit there and drink tea.
“People can take pay to recover from illness, but they must be given a job.
“In addition, Yu Zecheng was transferred out of the education department and promoted to colonel.
“Aren’t you worried about this person’s pass?
"Transfer him to be Wu Zhiqing's adjutant. With Wu Zhiqing keeping an eye on him, he won't be able to do anything."
The chairman is in control of the situation and gave a wise suggestion.
“My father’s proposal was perfect.
“Wu Zhiqing is a man of integrity and loyalty to you. I feel at ease with him around.
"I'll do it right away."
While Jianfeng was full of admiration, he also felt deeply his own shortcomings.
“Bring some presents.
"You are classmates, so it's easy for you to talk openly. Don't lose your past humanity because of a Mao Renfeng." The chairman reminded again.
As he was speaking, Yu Jishi walked in:
"Committee Chairman, Director.
"My wife called and said she wanted to talk to Yu Zecheng from the Education Bureau about elementary school teaching materials, and asked me to go to the Allied Forces Office to ask for someone.
"Please give instructions."
He knew very well that the Chairman and Jianfeng were now going to target the Kong family.
Asking him to go to Hong Zhiyou to ask for someone at this time would be going against the Chairman.
"How many days has Kong Lingkan been in prison?" asked the chairman.
"It has been almost five days now. According to Ye Xiangzhi's report, Hong Zhiyou only gave him water to drink, and he is already dying of hunger." Jianfeng said.
"He has eaten so much over the years, it would be good for him to starve for a while." The chairman smiled coldly.
"It seems that Mrs. Kong's approach to MacArthur is not going to work.
“Hong Zhiyou’s wrist is very tough.
“No discussion, no negotiation, no contact, and always remain patient.
"Top hunter!
"Well, only people who understand and love money can take money from the Kong family.
"Madam is looking for him at this time. I guess the Kong family can no longer hold on and is about to give in. I think it's possible."
Jianfeng agreed.
"Well, Liangzhen, go and pass it on." The chairman nodded.
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office.
Hong Zhiyouzheng, Xie Ruolin and Yu Zecheng were calculating the material prices sent by telegram.
"Rui Rui did a great job on this table, even the optimal profit cost was figured out.
"Hehe, that's a relief.
"I...I want a wife like this, so I can just lie at home and not have to do anything.
"That's what we call making money without doing anything."
Xie Ruolin laughed dryly with envy on his face.
"This was made by Ji Qing." Hong Zhi knew it as soon as he saw the style.
Ji Qing is always careful when doing accounting and budgeting.
This is a habit she developed while managing the wine business.
"Isn't she still my wife?" Sun Xing, who was sitting nearby eating chocolate and snacks, looked up and added.
"Stop joking. The government now practices monogamy." Xie Ruolin said.
“It’s not Xiangdao.
"Even if Secretary-General Hong's registered residence is not in Jinhai or Xiaoshan, it is still in Hong Kong Island. It will definitely not be in Wanbei." Sun Xing said with a smile.
"Old Yu, do you miss... Cuiping?" Xie Ruolin looked at Yu Zecheng who was busy looking at the accounts.
Yu Zecheng rolled his eyes in disapproval of his ignorance and ignored him.
"Just a reminder, don't be stingy." Xie Ruolin said with a smile.
"I miss my wife, how can I not miss her?"
Yu Zecheng put down the materials and rubbed his brows.
"You are very powerful, please help me find it." He looked at Xie Ruolin sideways.
“Forget it.
“You don’t even look at the current situation in the mainland.
“That’s a needle… a needle can’t penetrate, and water can’t pour in.
"That idiot Ye Xiangzhi's currency war, how many people have been arrested for that?
“I… I don’t have that ability.
"I'll help you find a new wife. I'm good at this."
Xie Ruolin quickly waved his hands and laughed dryly.
"Get lost." Yu Zecheng ignored him.
As they were chatting, security captain Anderson knocked on the door:
"Secretary General, Yu Jishi wants to see you."
"Pack up and go back to the office first. Lao Yu stay here." Hong Zhiyou touched his nose and ordered.
After they left, Yu Jishi came in carrying a fruit basket:
"Brother Hong, I'm sorry to bother you with my visit."
"Brother, look at what you said.
"This is a forbidden area for others, who are you?
"You are Director Yu, Director Yu, my elder brother who has helped me many times. Come on, take a seat."
Hong Zhiyou came forward very cordially and asked Yu Jishi to sit down.
Don't be too extreme in life.
Besides, there are a lot of businesses and factories to run in Wandao.
Yu Jishi was the bridge and messenger between him and the Chairman and Jianfeng. If he showed a flexible attitude towards Yu, the Chairman and Jianfeng would naturally not be too nervous about him.
This is called tightening in the open and loosening in the dark.
"Director Yu, please sit down." Yu Zecheng took on the secretary's work, washing fruits and making tea.
“It’s wise.
"Let's talk about the two of us. We meet every other day at the chairman's place, and I don't have a chance to talk to you.
"Finally I can sit with you, brother.
"Tsk tsk, what a style! Why don't you transfer me over here and let me help you?"
Yu Jishi glanced around and flattered humorously.
"No, if I poach you away, the chairman will kill me." Hong Zhiyou said with a smile.
"Why.
"The good relationship was ruined because of Jianfeng's interruption.
“You don’t know, the chairman has approved Jianfeng several times, even using a cane.
"Jianfeng is also deeply regretful.
"I spoke hastily, but I never expected such a big misunderstanding to occur."
Yu Jishi was complaining openly, but secretly speaking well of Jianfeng.
“That’s not really the case.
“It’s mainly because I’m tired.
"Since they don't trust me, I'll just go with the flow.
"Of course, it's not to the point of making enemies.
"Just do business as usual."
Hong Zhiyou blocked it back again.
"Director Yu, is there anything wrong?" After chatting for a while, Hong Zhiyou asked.
"It's like this. Madam is a supervisor at the Education Bureau. She has some new instructions regarding elementary school teaching materials recently. She wants to invite Zecheng to discuss it and hear his opinions.
"Brother, if it's nothing else, I'll take people with me." Yu Jishi said.
“No need.
"Old Yu is now my office assistant. Is it more important to build a factory in Wanbei or to teach primary school students to recognize those few characters?
"Please tell Director Yu that Mr. Yu is busy and it is not convenient.
"If it's really hard to explain, you can also say that I won't let her go and I don't want to give her this face."
Hong Zhiyou crossed his legs, his leather shoes shone, and he shook his fingers.
Yu Zecheng stood aside.
An inexplicably familiar smell.
Lao Lu, Luqiao Mountain.
Unexpectedly, Zhiyou was also infected with Lao Lu's "bureaucratic style".
"Secretary-General Hong, it's very difficult for me if you do this." Yu Jishi frowned.
"You are neither a party member nor a position now." But Zecheng holds a full-time position, has a military rank and party membership, and is a legitimate member of the party and the country.
"He's here on secondment.
"Education is his job, and as his direct superior, my wife has the right to seek his opinion, and according to the procedure, he must respond.
"You are blocking the way here, which is against the party discipline and national law."
Yu Jishi started to reason with him.
"I do not care……"
Just as Hong Zhiyou was about to refuse, Yu Zecheng quickly said:
"Secretary General, I'd better go there.
"Director Yu is right. I am a working employee. Asking a few questions won't delay me for long. There is no need to offend Madam."
"Okay, go quickly and come back quickly." Hong Zhiyou thought about it and agreed.
"Very good.
"Thanks, brother." Yu Jishi stood up and said.
"Brother, don't worry. It's not too late to leave after drinking tea." Hong Zhiyou said.
"No.
"Business is more important. I'll visit you another day." Yu Jishi said hurriedly.
……
Confucius Mansion.
"Zhecheng, wait a moment."
Yu Jishi asked Yu Zecheng to wait outside and walked in quickly.
"Liangzhen, have you brought the person here?" asked the lady.
"Madam, the person has been brought here. I had to go through a lot of trouble to get him from Hong Zhiyou, and he still needs to be sent back.
"Just hurry up."
Yu Jishi bowed and said.
He said this to deliberately create pressure, which would help Hong Zhiyou to pay and complete Jianfeng's $3 million mission.
It was the same as Hong Zhiyou performing a double act with Yu Zecheng in front of him.
"I understand." The lady nodded unhappily.
moment.
Yu Zecheng walked in and bowed to the two ladies.
"Director Yu, we meet again after a long time since we last met on the trip to Tianjin and Haihai." The lady said with a graceful smile.
"Yes.
"It is my honor to meet you two ladies." Yu Zecheng replied politely.
"Director Yu said that you are pressed for time. Sister, if you have anything to say, just ask directly." The lady glanced at the elder sister and said.
"That's it.
“My wife told me that you are a loyal and honest person.
"How is Ling Kan? Tell me the truth." Mrs. Kong asked.
“Not very good.
“I was living on just one pot of tea a day, suffering from hypoglycemia and fainting spells, and the doctor said there were many complications.
“Without intervention such as feeding and intravenous infusion, the organs may be severely damaged.
“You also know that if a person does not eat for seven days, he will starve to death.
“Today is the fifth day.
"I don't know what grudges there are between you and the Secretary-General, but if this continues, someone will die."
Yu Zecheng answered truthfully.
"hateful!
"What does Hong Zhi want? He should just speak up." Mrs. Kong slammed the table and said angrily, regardless of etiquette.
Yu Zecheng shook his head: "Based on my understanding of Hong Zhi over the years, he would have already said what he wanted.
“Now he looks like he only wants Master Kong’s life.
"Maybe we should settle both the new and old grudges together."
"Are you talking to me?" Mrs. Kong noticed.
"So be it.
"Hong Zhi's main industries and transit points for the Allied forces' logistics are in Singapore and Hong Kong Island. He will go there sooner or later.
“I am a serving officer and I may not be able to follow him.
“Besides, Master Kong is not an ordinary person. If he really dies, the matter will become a big deal. I’m afraid it will be difficult to deal with it being caught in the middle, and I might even be held responsible.
"I have to consider myself for a while, even if I try to persuade people to make peace rather than to do evil."
Yu Zecheng answered sincerely.
"Ok.
"You are quite sensible."
Mrs. Kong nodded.
"Well, since he won't speak, I'll do it.
“Doesn’t Hong Zhiyou love money?
“I could give him a million dollars.
"Tell him to release the man immediately."
Mrs. Kong said arrogantly.
"Madam, forgive me for being blunt, Hong Zhiyou loves money, but he is not short of money.
“One million dollars is a huge price for me.
"But to him, it's probably no different from sending away a beggar."
The rest will become the Tao.
"How can there be so many beggars in this world!
"What vision can a country bumpkin have? One million is too little?
"Call him now and ask him."
Mrs. Kong gave the order in a commanding tone.
"Ok."
Yu Zecheng stood up, walked to the phone, and dialed the office number:
"Secretary General, I'm Lao Yu.
“Madam said she is willing to pay you one million US dollars to release Master Kong.
"OK.
"Yes, I'll give you my exact words."
After hanging up the phone, he walked back.
"Well, does he agree?" asked Mrs. Kong.
"Ahem, he told me to tell you exactly what he said: get out of here as far away as you can!" Yu Zecheng said somewhat embarrassedly.
“What a jerk.
"What on earth does he want to do?" Mrs. Kong picked up the teacup and threw it hard to the ground.
"He has one more thing to say."
"explain."
"The secretary general said: Don't you Kong family have a lot of money? He is from the countryside and has not seen much of the world. How about 100 million?
"He might consider releasing him."
Yu Zecheng repeated.
"One hundred million!" The two ladies took a deep breath and looked at each other in surprise.
"Sorry, I'm just a messenger.
"Madams, if there is nothing else, can I leave now?" Yu Zecheng said.
"Go away." Mrs. Kong waved her hand.
“I hit a hard nail.
“Now I don’t know whether Hong Zhiyou is mocking me or is serious.
“It would be easy if it were true.
“If you ridicule me, it will be troublesome.
“Now the old man and Jianfeng are obviously on the same front with Hong Zhi.
"They are creating public opinion internationally. They have photos and recordings, and they are not employees of the National Government.
“If even MacArthur can’t do anything about it, it’s useless to just rely on a few reporters to create momentum.
"The key is that Ling Kan can't afford to delay."
The lady frowned and said worriedly.
"One hundred million U.S. dollars would require most of the Kong family to be given to him, and your brother-in-law wouldn't agree." Mrs. Kong said with a headache.
"If it really doesn't work, let Ling Wei go and talk.
“If you can spend money on it, it’s not a problem.
"If we lose money, we can earn it again. But if Ling Kan's life is gone, it's really gone.
"At worst, you can kidnap Hong Zhiyou's daughter and then ask him to come back."
The lady had no children, so she always treated Kong Lingkan as her own son, training him to be the helmsman of the two families.
At this moment, she was even more anxious than Mrs. Kong.
"Ok."
Mrs. Kong had no other choice but to do this.
"Wait, Yu Zecheng hasn't left yet, ask him to come back first." She hurriedly ordered the servant.
Yu Zecheng didn’t really go far.
Yu Jishi understood the ways of the world, so he pretended to have something to do and left first.
Yu Zecheng boarded the bus standing on the outer street of Kongjia.
"Just then" the servant called him.
"Mr. Yu, Madam asks you to go back for a moment." said the servant.
"Ok."
Back in the living room, the lady took out thirty thousand dollars and handed it to Yu Zecheng:
"Zhecheng, you just said that you wanted to leave a way out for yourself.
"As far as I know, you and Hong Zhi have a brotherly friendship. Take this money. Please help me to ask for less money. Secondly, find a doctor to see Ling Kan, give him an IV drip, and give him some food.
“I’m really starving, or something’s terribly wrong.
"Didn't Hong Zhiyou get any money either?"
The lady advised softly with a friendly expression.
"Madam, I dare not disobey your order. Let me try my best to persuade him.
"As for whether he will listen or not, I can't guarantee it."
Yu Zecheng is still the same old wise man as always.
"Well, go ahead." The lady nodded.
……
come back to the office.
Hong Zhiyou was lying on the sofa flipping through the business cards of local restaurants.
"You're back. How's it going?" Hong Zhiyou immediately sat up straight and poured a cup of tea for Yu Zecheng.
“One hundred million scared them terribly.
"My wife gave me 30,000 US dollars to help Kong Lingkan."
The rest will become the Tao.
"I think that guy really can't hold on any longer. How about you do something about it for the sake of thirty thousand US dollars?" he asked with a frown.
"Why.
“After get off work, take the old man to eat beef tongue tail.
“He is thinking about this halal taste now.
“The restaurants here cook differently from Jinhai.
"I don't know if I can find someone I'm satisfied with."
Hong Zhiyou stretched, put the card in his pocket, and left.
"Don't forget to pack for me."
Yu Zecheng shouted.
He closed the office door and waited at the door. After seeing Anderson driving a car to escort Hong Zhiyou away, he looked at his watch and quickly called Mao Renfeng:
"Commander, I am Zecheng.
“Are you in the office?
"Can you assign a medical team to me?
"It's none of your business, go find Director Ye, right?
"Okay, seat."
Yu Zecheng hung up the phone.
He knew that Mao Renfeng was in the office right now and must be paying attention to Hong Zhiyou's every move.
Mao Renfeng would definitely report to his wife if he "took money to do the job".
This way, it would not only not destroy Hong Zhi's plan to kill Kong Lingkan, but also allow Kong Lingkan to survive by letting him go, and he would also have more opportunities to act as a go-between.
Otherwise, if this kid really dies, who will I ask for money?
……
(End of this chapter)