Official Career Storm

Chapter 1522 1522

"Lin, where are you?"

Director Zhu's tone was somewhat stern.

Lin Wanqiu: "I'm out of town handling some things."

Director Zhu asked, "Are you in Xu City?"

Lin Wanqiu froze, instinctively letting out a sound.

"Come back," Director Zhu said, "Come back immediately."

Lin Wanqiu had already realized that the person dealing with Song Guanchao was putting pressure on Director Zhu.

She hadn't gone to the bureau and didn't know how Jiang Wangshan's talk with those people had gone.

But judging by this call, Jiang Wangshan's communication with the other party was likely not going smoothly.

Moreover, the background of the other party was larger than she imagined.

"Director Zhu, I haven't finished handling my matters..."

Before she could finish, Director Zhu impatiently interrupted, "I don't care what you're handling, come back immediately!"

Lin Wanqiu glanced at the hospital room, bit her lip and said, "I can't go back right now."

"You!" Director Zhu seemed infuriated by her, taking a few deep breaths, said, "Do you know who you've offended? Do you know who called me?"

Lin Wanqiu also wanted to know how significant the other's backing was: "Who?"

"It's Mayor Xu!" Director Zhu sighed, "Lin, you're talented and so young, don't make impulsive decisions that you'll regret."

"Although Mayor Xu criticized a bit over the phone, he didn't say anything too harsh. Now, if you come back, I'll find time to take you to visit Mayor Xu."

He thought his heartfelt advice would make Lin Wanqiu understand the gravity of the situation.

However, Lin Wanqiu still refused: "I'm not going back."

"You, you... Lin, are you crazy? Do you know what you're doing? That's Mayor Xu!"

"So what if it's Mayor Xu? I haven't broken the law, at worst I'll just resign!"

Lin Wanqiu said, "I don't want to make things difficult for Director Zhu. If Mayor Xu calls again, just fire me."

After finishing speaking, Lin Wanqiu hung up the phone.

As she was about to enter the hospital room, she suddenly thought of something.

That Xu Chengcheng, surname Xu.

Mayor Xu, also surname Xu.

Are they relatives?

Upon learning that the other's backing was Beijing's Vice Mayor, she felt some pressure, but it was only some pressure.

Because she knew that Song Guanchao's connections were not weaker than the other party's.

But upon discovering that they both shared the Xu surname and might have a familial relationship, she was a bit panicked.

It's not because of the other's Vice Mayor status.

It's because this Mayor Xu's family background is huge!

Lin Wanqiu had interviewed Mayor Xu before.

His name is Xu Guofeng, mainly in charge of finance and planning, and it's said he's likely to take over the development and reform matters soon.

As a professional journalist, constantly dealing with senior government officials, Lin Wanqiu clearly knows what these detailed changes imply.

It implies that Xu Guofeng has a high probability of being promoted to Deputy Mayor this year.

The reason he stands out among a group of Vice Mayors, becoming the hottest candidate for Deputy Mayor is mainly because of his background!

Behind Xu Guofeng is the Xu Family, which once produced a national leader of the highest rank!

Such a family member, as long as no major mistakes are made and corresponding abilities are shown, the family will go to great lengths to nurture him.

And facts have proven, Xu Guofeng indeed hasn't disappointed the family's expectations.

At just 44 years old, he's climbed to the position of Beijing Vice Mayor.

It's now basically certain that within five years, he has a 70% chance of being transferred to another province to serve as Governor!

If he can achieve political success in the position of Governor, progressing further before the age of sixty is also possible.

Lin Wanqiu's heart was restless, full of worry.

Mainly worried about Song Guanchao.

She immediately called Jiang Wangshan, wanting to obtain a definite answer from him.

"Director Jiang..."

After some communication between the two, she conveyed the phone call she had just received and the analyzed information to him.

Jiang Wangshan had been curious about who was behind Xu Chengcheng's Xu Family, and now he knew.

"Xu Guofeng..." Jiang Wangshan too felt the pressure.

"I'll handle this matter."

Although the other party's background is prominent, Song Guanchao's connections are equally strong.

Moreover, the more troublesome this matter is, the more it can promote his relationship with Song Guanchao.

Just after hanging up the phone, another call came in.

Seeing the caller, Jiang Wangshan gritted his teeth slightly.

It was Vice Mayor Xu Guofeng calling.

He didn't expect Mayor Xu to call him directly.

After calming his emotions, he answered the call.

"Hello, Mayor Xu."

"Is Director Jiang in Xu City?" Xu Guofeng's words were gentle.

"Yes, I've come to oversee a case."

"No need to oversee, come back."

Xu Guofeng's tone was calm. Clearly lacking any strong emotional fluctuations, yet it conveyed an undeniable command to Jiang Wangshan.

Under pressure, Jiang Wangshan said, "The case hasn't been completed yet."

"Hmm?" Xu Guofeng's slight change in tone made Jiang Wangshan feel uneasy involuntarily.

Even Lin Wanqiu, who could at most be considered a half-official media personnel, knew about Xu Guofeng's family background.

As Deputy Director of the Police Department, Jiang Wangshan knew Xu Family much better than her.

"Please come back today."

Xu Guofeng didn't pursue his recent refusal but issued a clear directive again.

Jiang Wangshan knew that if he refused again, it would invite Xu Guofeng's wrath.

He tried to remain calm and said, "Mayor Xu, this visit to Xu City was approved by the Ministry of Public Security."

Xu Guofeng said lightly, "Are you trying to use the Ministry of Public Security to press me?"

The calm tone lacked any threatening pressure, as if discussing something light and pleasant.

But the calmer he seemed, the more tense Jiang Wangshan became.

"Mayor Xu, you misunderstand, I just..."

"Come back now," Xu Guofeng said, "Don't make me say the same thing for the third time."

"Sorry, Mayor Xu, I must handle this case before returning."

"Hehe, very well." Xu Guofeng chuckled softly and hung up.

Jiang Wangshan was already drenched in sweat, almost feeling exhausted.

...

After returning to the hospital room, Lin Wanqiu's mood was somewhat low.

Song Guanchao noticed, but with many people here, it was inconvenient for him to inquire.

After a while, they prepared to leave, letting Song Guanchao rest well.

Lin Wanqiu escorted them out of the hospital room, out of the ward area.

As she was about to return, Tang Xiaomi suddenly grabbed her hand: "Sister Wanqiu, is something wrong?"

Girls have the keenest intuition, and she had noticed something was amiss since Lin Wanqiu returned after her call.

Lin Wanqiu shook her head, Tang Xiaomi said seriously, "Sister Wanqiu, my grandpa told me to pay close attention to Brother Song's case during this visit. You're aware of inside information but not telling me. How should I report to my grandpa?"

Recalling Tang Xiaomi's grandfather, Lin Wanqiu's eyes slightly moved, remembering the scene when Song Guanchao took her to visit Minister Tang's house.

Mayor Xu might have a formidable background, but Minister Tang was equally impressive.

Moreover, Minister Tang hadn't retired yet.

Thinking of this, Lin Wanqiu said, "I just received a phone call from the director..."