Entering the officialdom by mistake and getting promoted quickly

It was almost noon when we arrived at the provincial capital of Qi Province.

There are guard booths in the Provincial Party Committee compound, but they did not stop cars for inspection. After all, Sun Xingshe is the Party Secretary of a prefecture-level city, and the guards are familiar with the license plate number.

Smoothly drove into the compound.

When they got here, Sun Xingshe stopped sending him any more and instead told Xia Shuo: "The province is in deep trouble, so talk less and watch more, especially since you are going on a business trip with Vice Governor Liu. The situation in the capital is deeper than in the province."

"Remember, people can't be trusted easily."

"Although Vice Governor Liu helped you and promoted you to the deputy county level, it was an exchange of interests and he got what he deserved."

"You are still young. Don't be fooled into believing it by a few words. It is impossible for people above the deputy minister level to establish friendship with you now."

"Remember?"

The municipal party committee secretary's instructions were expressed with the concern of an elder. It was obvious that because his daughter was about to join the workforce, the secretary already regarded Xia Shuo as one of his own.

Xia Shuo carefully wrote down all Sun Xingshe's instructions.

He asked in a respectful tone: "Aren't you going to meet Vice Governor Liu?"

Sun Xingshe shook his head and said with deep meaning: "Although I am only a department-level cadre, I am the municipal party committee secretary of Yicheng City after all. If it is not work-related, there is no need for me to interact with a deputy governor."

Xia Shuo's heart moved slightly, and he asked in a low voice: "But since you came to the provincial capital, you must not just see me off, right?"

Sun Xingshe looked pleased and seemed to admire Xia Shuo's intelligence. He nodded and said, "I'm going to see a leader. I've already made an appointment to report."

Xia Shuo's heart moved again, and he asked softly again: "Should I congratulate you in advance?"

Sun Xingshe laughed, waved his hand at him, and said: "It's just an operation for the time being. Whether it will succeed or not is uncertain. Besides, even if this leader is willing to help me, I still face great difficulties."

The two of them were playing charades, and neither of them mentioned promotion.

But both of them knew in their hearts that Sun Xingshe was pursuing this matter.

The Municipal Party Committee Secretary has been working for more than three years, and the governance of Yicheng City is also excellent. The most important thing is that the economy has done well in the past two years.

In Qingshan Township, Hedong County, the fruit industry cluster is a bright spot. This small township has inspired several surrounding townships, so that the entire Hedong County has benefited, and it was out of poverty last year.

This is a great political achievement for the municipal party committee secretary.

In addition, with the establishment of the Economic Development Zone, the heavy industry project proposed by Xia Shuo received official approval from the state.

Although the capital preparation of 2 million yuan was the result of Xia Shuo and others, the municipal party secretary leads the city, and any achievements are attributed to his leadership.

This is another major political achievement.

As long as someone has political achievements in the officialdom, his waist will definitely be stronger than those without political achievements, and correspondingly, he will have more opportunities than others.

However, Sun Xingshe is the municipal party committee secretary after all. This is already the ceiling at the department level, a height that ordinary people cannot reach in a lifetime.

If you want to move up the ladder, your next step must be to seek the deputy ministerial level.

Otherwise, there is no point.

For example, some secretaries of prefectures and cities were transferred by the province to serve as the director of a certain department. This kind of example is not uncommon, and has even become the norm in recent years.

It can be seen that the threshold upwards from the main hall becomes increasingly difficult to cross.

There are generally two possibilities for a principal to be promoted to deputy ministerial level. The first is to be a deputy minister with real power. For example, as a deputy governor, even if he is the lowest ranking deputy governor, he has real power and can be in charge of corresponding work.

Second, it is a false position, such as entering the National People's Congress or the CPPCC. This situation is also considered a promotion, but the power in hand is not great.

Sun Xingshe is less than 50 years old this year and seems to be 48 years old after the New Year. In other words, his current resume is 47 years old.

"47 years old?"

Xia Shuo suddenly had an idea in his mind.

This unassuming municipal party committee secretary has been very gentle in Yicheng for more than three years, not aggressive in his work, and he has not even taken the initiative to do government work.

It gives people the illusion that he is planning to work as secretary of the municipal party committee until he retires.

However, Xia Shuo realized at this time that the secretary might have had a plan.

The 47-year-old municipal party committee secretary took over as secretary more than three years ago. At that time, he was less than 3 years old.

Xia Shuo was secretly surprised!

"A municipal party committee secretary who is less than 44 years old must have a powerful person behind him. Otherwise, it would be impossible."

He subconsciously raised his head and happened to see Sun Xingshe's meaningful gaze and asked him, "Do you understand now?"

Xia Shuo pretended to scratch his forehead, deliberately smiled shyly, and said: "I understand, I just figured it out. I was stupid before and thought you wanted to wait until retirement."

Sun Xingshe laughed and reached out to pat him on the shoulder.

Suddenly, the municipal party secretary seemed to be hesitant on his face, and his tone was also vaguely hesitant. He asked vaguely: "Xiao Xia, how is your relationship with your father-in-law and mother-in-law?"

This sounds like a homely question.

However, every word spoken by a department-level figure contains profound meaning.

Fortunately, Xia Shuo is no longer the stupid boy he was back then. He is now considered a figure who understands the system well, so he immediately answered and said sincerely: "It's okay. Both elders love me very much."

But Sun Xingshe's face became more and more hesitant, as if he wanted to say something but couldn't hide it.

Xia Shuo's heart moved again, and he was keenly aware of something.

He spoke in a low voice, pretending to be probing, and asked: "Secretary Sun, you just said that you are facing great difficulties. How about I help you ask your father-in-law?"

"If they have connections in Qi Province, they might be able to speak to you if necessary."

Sun Xingshe was extremely pleased with Xia Shuo's success, but his tone was very reserved, and he warned vaguely: "Don't be too pushy, lest your parents-in-law think you are politically immature."

Xia Shuo nodded quickly and said sincerely: "Don't worry, I will ask for you."

Sun Xingshe hesitated again, as if he still had something to say.

This time, Xia Shuo couldn't guess his intention.

Fortunately, the municipal party secretary did not hesitate for too long. He seemed to have regarded Xia Shuo as someone who could help him, so he hinted in a low voice: "This time you follow Vice Governor Liu to the capital, you will definitely be able to spare some personal time." Time, if it is convenient, I think you should visit the old man."

Xia Shuo was slightly startled at first, and then suddenly realized something in his mind.

Got it, finally got it.

It turns out that Secretary Sun’s ultimate goal is this.

Sure enough, Sun Xingshe's face was solemn, with a hint of expectation in his eyes, and he spoke again: "Xiao Xia, your partner's grandfather is Mr. Gu. Your partner's grandfather is also your grandfather, so you should go and meet her."

Xia Shuo took a gentle breath, answered with a hint, and asked pretending not to understand: "Could it be that the decision-making power of the deputy minister lies with the capital."

Sun Xingshe stared at him for a long time before nodding and said truthfully: "Even if there are people in the province who can help me, the final decision will be made by the top. Only if there are people in the capital who can help me speak for me, can this matter be successful..."

Xia Shuo nodded solemnly!

After all, he is seeking deputy ministerial rank, and he really needs the power of the capital.

He hesitated in his heart for a long time, and finally expressed his position cautiously, saying in a low voice: "After going to the capital this time, if I can get some private time, then I will definitely go to see the old man..."

After thinking about it for a while, he decided to take the initiative to reveal some connections to Sun Xingshe, so he said again: "There is another Uncle Wu. I will also tell you about him when I visit him."

"Wu Changfeng?"

Sun Xingshe's face was obviously shocked, and he almost blurted out: "It turns out it was him. He was the one who helped you vent your anger. Xiaoxia, Xiaoxia, you really impress me. I didn't expect that this little guy like you has such amazing connections."

The municipal party secretary's tone was clearly filled with surprise and excitement.

It turned out to be Wu Changfeng!

Can Xiaoxia persuade him to speak for me?