novelraw Chapter 672 690: Comparing Backstage
Chapter 672 690: Comparing Backstage
Lin Mu understood that saying too much polite talk was hypocritical, especially in officialdom, it was even more so, so it's better to do something tangible!"Director Zheng, I heard your child just got into university, this is a little something from me, don't think it's too little!" Lin Mu took out an envelope, inside was packed full, about two centimeters thick.
"Haha, Boss Lin, how can I accept this?" Zheng Changsong laughed.
"Director Zheng, don't worry, this isn't bribery, Mayor Liu is here, it's just a token of my regard, consider it a reward, getting into university is a good thing, just treat it as pocket money for the kid!" Lin Mu smiled.
"Haha, then Boss Lin, instead of declining, I'll accept it. I'll accept your regard for the child on his behalf!" Zheng Changsong laughed and accepted the envelope.
In this situation, everyone knows what's going on without saying; stating it outright would lose the fun!
"Come, Director Zheng, Mayor Liu, I propose a toast to you both!"
The three raised their glasses to each other and took a sip, and at that moment, Zheng Changsong's phone rang!
Zheng Changsong took out his phone and glanced at it, just as expected, it was the dean of East City Hospital, Chen Jinnan, calling. Without needing much thought, the affair with Flying Dragon Aimin Hospital was stirring things up, while East City Hospital was deserted, presumably because of Lin Mu and Flying Dragon Hospital!
Between Chen Jinnan and Lin Mu, Zheng Changsong naturally could judge who is stronger, who to side with. Since he had just taken Lin Mu's money, it was clear he had sided with Lin Mu. So Zheng Changsong had already taken a stand mentally.
As for gifts, Chen Jinnan had given quite a bit of money every year, but it's not merely a money issue; it's a matter of aligning with the city government. What seems like a small thing, when thought through carefully, is a big deal. Zheng Changsong is in his forties, precisely at a crucial moment for career advancement, and he won't easily misjudge his future at this critical juncture.
Now with Mayor Liu sitting here, forming a united front with Lin Mu, then siding with Lin Mu equated to siding with Liu Yuanzhong. This makes future dealings easier, opening an additional path. Regarding governmental relations, Lin Mu's backing is evidently much stronger than Chen Jinnan's!
Moreover, Zheng Changsong knows Lin Mu has once dined at Governor Meng's home, which is not an ordinary matter, showing Lin Mu's background and connections are more complex than just in Wancheng; his network extends to the provincial level!
And judging the situation, Lin Mu's relationship with Mayor Liu is close; otherwise, Liu Yuanzhong wouldn't be here as the intermediary. Zheng Changsong isn't stupid, so he'll obviously side with Lin Mu!
Holding the phone to indicate, Zheng Changsong then left the room, went outside, and picked up the call!
"Haha, long time no see, Dean Chen, is there any matter?"
"Oh, Director Zheng, indeed there are some matters, wondering if it's convenient to meet, I have two bottles of authentic Brandy to give you!" Chen Jinnan said politely over the phone.
"Dean Chen, apologies, I'm currently engaged elsewhere, not much time. If you have any matters, speak over the phone!" Zheng Changsong replied.
"Since Director Zheng is busy, I'll speak over the phone then. Director Zheng, you know there's a new hospital opening, called Flying Dragon Aimin Hospital!"
"I've heard about that, and heard the public response is quite good. What's the matter?"
Upon hearing this from Zheng Changsong, Chen Jinnan felt indescribable inside, "Oh, Director Zheng, the thing is like this, Flying Dragon Aimin Hospital engaged in unfair competition, poaching all our attending doctors at high prices. You see..."
"Oh? That's what it is, haha, without talking about whether it's unfair competition, even if it is, you should seek the Trade and Commerce Director to deal with it; it has nothing to do with me, the Health Director, right? Dean Chen, what do you mean by this?" Zheng Changsong said over the phone.
Upon hearing this from Zheng Changsong, Chen Jinnan immediately felt a headache, it was blatantly playing dumb, even a fool could understand the meaning behind these words. But given the situation, besides seeking Zheng Changsong for help, Chen Jinnan couldn't think of anyone else!
"Director Zheng, my intention is to request your help, I'm having a difficult time now, and only ask your distinguished self to act!" Chen Jinnan had to thicken his face to say.
"Haha, whatever help Dean Chen needs, just say, as long as it doesn't violate party discipline or break the law, I'll certainly help if I can!" Zheng Changsong said with a laugh, holding the phone.
"Uh..." Chen Jinnan was speechless, what Zheng Changsong said was clearly blocking his words, so Chen Jinnan felt a bit uneasy!
But because Chen Jinnan had given quite a few benefits previously, he couldn't disregard Chen Jinnan's dignity, so Zheng Changsong spoke cleverly, playing Tai Chi and dawdling with Chen Jinnan here!
"Director Zheng, it's like this, let me be candid, Flying Dragon Hospital is engaging in unfair competition, though not illegal, it has already violated the basic ethics of businessmen. So I want to ask Director Zheng to take action against Flying Dragon Hospital. Now Flying Dragon Hospital just opened, many places are not perfect. With Director Zheng's capability, finding someone to investigate can easily shut Flying Dragon Hospital down for a few days!" Chen Jinnan said bluntly.
"Nonsense!" Hearing this from Chen Jinnan, Zheng Changsong yelled angrily over the phone, startling Chen Jinnan on the other end, "Dean Chen, you ask me to target Flying Dragon Aimin Hospital? You want to bring me down! Targeting Flying Dragon Hospital is tantamount to slapping the Health Director, right? Do you know how welcome Flying Dragon Hospital is among city citizens now? You want me to be reviled by Wancheng City Citizens?"
"Director Zheng, please calm down, that's not my intention!" Chen Jinnan hurriedly apologized.
"If that's not your intention, what is it?" Zheng Changsong questioned, "Maybe you're not yet clear about Flying Dragon Aimin Hospital, their reputation among Wancheng City Citizens is very high. Asking me to trouble Flying Dragon Hospital would mean going against hundreds of thousands of city citizens, surely you understand this point?"
"I understand, understand!" Chen Jinnan held the phone and wiped the sweat from his forehead, knowing this matter was likely doomed, at least from Zheng Changsong, he couldn't expect much.
"Understanding is good, if there's nothing else, I'll hang up. Use that idle time to think about doing more tangible things for Wancheng City Citizens. Otherwise, your hospital will eventually be squeezed out by Flying Dragon Hospital." Zheng Changsong advised.
"Got it, got it!" Chen Jinnan quickly responded!
After hanging up the phone, sweat dripped down from Chen Jinnan's forehead. He couldn't afford to offend Zheng Changsong. Now he was seeking Director Zheng's help, if people want to help, they will, and if not, there's nothing anyone can do!