In the courtyard, everyone is afraid of the little boy who is so smart!

Zhao Shuzhuo also quickly echoed:

"Director Song, I really want to congratulate you on your promotion. You have always been a role model for us to learn from, whether it is your calmness and competence in handling commune affairs."

"We have benefited a lot from your careful guidance and care for us, your subordinates. Now that you have been promoted, it is well deserved, and we are all sincerely happy for you."

However, in sharp contrast to their joy was Wang Jianguo, whose brows were tightly furrowed into the shape of a "川" character and a look of embarrassment appeared on his face.

After hesitating for a moment, he said to Director Song frankly:

"Director Song, I have some concerns. I think it may not be appropriate for you to be promoted at this time."

"You see, our supply and marketing cooperative is still in the preparation stage and has not yet officially opened for operation."

"This is an important task for the development of the commune, and all aspects cannot be separated from your coordination and leadership."

"If you leave now, even if a new commune director takes over, the connection and advancement of work will inevitably face many challenges."

"After all, you know the situation here very well, and all matters have been clearly planned and arranged. If we replace the new person, how will our work...how will we continue to carry out our work?"

"Can we still proceed as smoothly as we are now? This is really a headache."

Wang Jianguo's emotions gradually got out of control, his voice trembled slightly with excitement, and his speech speed became faster and faster.

His heart was shrouded in endless fear, and all kinds of terrible scenarios kept emerging in his mind.

He was afraid that once a strange commune director arrived, all his long-term efforts would be wasted.

He knew very well that at this critical juncture, the new leader might lack understanding and trust in his previous work and would easily negate his carefully prepared plan.

It was not only a work plan, but also his only hope to return to Beijing and clear his name.

If his plan is thwarted, he will lose all his achievements and be completely buried in this remote place.

He could no longer return to his hometown, let alone seek justice for himself. He could only spend the rest of his life in regret and resentment.

Zhao Shuzhuo keenly realized that something was wrong. He stepped forward and grabbed Wang Jianguo's arm tightly, his expression serious and solemn.

He looked directly into Wang Jianguo's eyes and said loudly:

"Jianguo, wake up! What nonsense are you talking about? Director Song was able to get a promotion, which is a great thing worth celebrating."

"As for our future work, there will naturally be a way to solve it. Now is not the time to dwell on it. How could you have such an idea?"

"Director Song's promotion is a recognition of his ability and contribution. We should be happy for him instead of unreasonably blocking him here."

Director Song still had a smile as warm as the spring breeze on his face. He gently raised his hands and waved them left and right.

The action seemed to have a soothing power. He smiled and said:

"Hey, don't be so anxious, you two. This matter is far from being as simple as you see. You haven't even listened to what I have to say yet, and you are so anxious."

Director Song paused for a moment, then turned his gaze to Wang Jianguo, with a hint of certainty in his eyes:

"In fact, Jianguo's worries are not without reason. Think about it, if I leave at this critical moment, according to convention, the county will definitely appoint a new commune director."

"As for the candidate, either he will be sent directly from the county, or promoted from a village below. There are a lot of variables involved."

"If we are lucky enough to have an excellent commune director who cares about us farmers wholeheartedly and devotes his whole heart to doing practical things for farmers, then everything will be fine."

"Our work can be smoothly connected and continue to move forward steadily. But what if? What if the new director is a idiot like Zhao Xiande?"

"They only know how to indulge in pleasure, have no real talent for hard work, and know nothing about rural affairs. Then the new supply and marketing cooperative that we worked so hard to prepare for will be in danger."

"This supply and marketing cooperative is a matter of vital interest to our farmers. Not only that, but even the series of farmer-friendly policies we plan to establish in the future will probably be seriously hindered and difficult to implement smoothly."

Director Song straightened his back slightly when he said this, his eyes revealing firmness and determination:

"So, I have already carefully submitted my application to my superiors in advance, and I have accepted the promotion."

"But I also expressed my attitude and determination, that is, I will continue to work at Jianye Farm. This place is like a piece of flesh and blood of my heart. How can I watch it face risks?"

"Only when everything here is on the right track and the development trend makes me feel completely at ease, will I leave with peace of mind and rush to a new position."

When Zhao Shuzhuo, Wang Jianguo and Cheng Si heard what Director Song said, they were all shocked.

They looked at each other, and seemed to see the same surprise and emotion in each other's eyes.

Especially Wang Jianguo, his eyes widened instantly, and his eyes were first filled with surprise, and then quickly replaced by a trace of regret and apology.

His lips trembled slightly, he seemed to want to say something but stopped himself, a blush appeared on his face, he was obviously embarrassed by his previous impulsive words and actions.

Wang Jianguo lowered his head slightly, rubbing the corners of his clothes unconsciously with his hands, and said with a bit of guilt:

"Director Song, I... I really don't know what to say. I was too impulsive just now and didn't consider the occasion and the consequences at all."

"Those words just came out of my mouth without even thinking. I...I shouldn't have done that."

"I was just thinking about the difficulties my work would face after you left, and I got anxious and lost my composure. I'm really sorry, please forgive me."

Director Song looked at Wang Jianguo's uneasy appearance, took a step forward gently, stretched out his hand, and patted Wang Jianguo's shoulder forcefully and affectionately.

He raised his head slightly, his eyes full of understanding and tolerance, nodded and said:

"Jianguo, you don't need to blame yourself so much. How could I not understand what you were thinking? In fact, when I first received the appointment notice, the first thought that flashed through my mind was the same as yours now."

"We all have deep feelings and responsibilities for this land and the folks here, and we don't want the welfare and development of everyone to be affected by personnel changes."

"Your reaction just shows that you are serious about your work and love this land. I don't blame you for this. On the contrary, I feel very relieved."

"Because it means that we are all people who truly care about this place and are willing to work hard for its bright future."