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In front of the Provincial Finance Department building.
Lin Jing got out of a black sedan with a provincial government license plate.
She was in her early forties, with short, neat hair and a sharp-tailored business suit, which made her look shrewd and capable.
As the newly appointed deputy director of the Finance Department, she was well aware of the significance of this position during the pilot project's implementation.
Money bag!
The flow of every penny, the speed of approval, and the efficiency of its use directly affect the success or failure of the project!
This will also determine whether she can gain a foothold in Handong!
She didn't linger, her gaze sweeping over the building that symbolized the economic decision-making core of Handong, before she walked in with steady steps.
Meanwhile.
Many of the cadres arranged by the Zhong family have also arrived in Handong!
But they had only just arrived in Handong.
A message came immediately: Special Envoy Mu Chen wanted to see them!
Call a meeting for them!
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The small conference room on the top floor of the Provincial Party Committee building.
Mu Chen sat in the main seat.
His gaze calmly swept over the few new faces sitting in the opposite row.
Zhou Bingyi was in the center, with Lin Jing, Zheng Yan, and others on his left and right.
These newly appointed cadres, though respectful in demeanor, all carried a hint of sharp wit and scrutiny in their eyes.
Having just arrived, they were full of vigor and ambition.
This is a good thing, but it also needs guidance.
They need to understand who's in charge in Handong!
They need to know that in Handong, abilities must be used for the right purposes!
Rules are more important than ability!
"Comrades."
Mu Chen spoke slowly.
"First of all, on behalf of the Provincial Party Committee and the Provincial Government of Handong, I welcome you all to work in Handong."
"You are all key personnel carefully selected by the organization, possessing outstanding abilities."
"The Provincial Party Committee Organization Department has already reported on my resume and achievements in detail, so I won't go into details here."
His gaze lingered on the faces of Zhou Bingyi and the others for a moment.
"I'm sure you all knew about the situation in Handong before you came."
"The pernicious influence of Zhao Lichun is being eradicated, the pilot project has entered a critical phase, and all sectors are waiting to be revitalized, but there are also many difficulties."
Placing you in your current positions is a sign of trust, and even more so, a great responsibility!
Mu Chen's tone suddenly became more serious, and his gaze became incredibly sharp, sweeping over everyone as if it were a physical object!
"Trust means believing in your abilities and integrity, that you can make a difference in your respective positions, and inject new vitality into the development of Handong!"
"This heavy responsibility demands that you take root in the land of Handong! Dedicate your hearts to the development of Handong! Focus your efforts on the well-being of the people of Handong!"
Mu Chen paused slightly, and the conference room was so quiet you could hear a pin drop.
"I don't care where you worked before, what your background is, or who you know!"
"Once you arrive in Handong, you'll be a cadre in Handong!"
"The interests of Handong are paramount! The development of Handong is our ultimate goal! The satisfaction of the people of Handong is our highest standard!"
"Anyone who forgets this point, whose mind goes astray, whose hands become dishonest, or who still clings to the old ways of factionalism and clique culture..."
Mu Chen's voice suddenly turned cold, carrying a chilling aura!
"Then I, Mu Chen, will be the first to object! Organizational discipline will absolutely not allow it!"
"Don't blame me for being ruthless then!"
This is no longer just a simple welcome and expectation!
This is a stark warning!
It's a red line that's been drawn!
This is a clear warning to these newly appointed high-ranking officials with powerful backgrounds and sharp minds!
Zhou Bingyi's hands, resting on his knees, tightened almost imperceptibly.
The look in his eyes behind the glasses instantly became more serious.
The other newly arrived cadres didn't dare to utter a sound.
Mu Chen's strength and control were far greater and more direct than they had anticipated!
This young special envoy makes no attempt to conceal his sharp edge!
Mu Chen's move not only served as a warning to the newly arrived Zhong family, but also reaffirmed his unshakeable authority in Handong!
"alright."
Mu Chen's tone returned to calm, as if those murderous words had not come from him.
"I've said everything that needed to be said."
"Now, it's up to you all to do what you do."
"Pilot projects are the overriding central task at present!"
"Especially in the Luquan Township section of Guangming County, although land acquisition compensation agreements have been signed, there will be no shortage of conflicts regarding subsequent resettlement, relocation, and infrastructure development!"
Mu Chen's gaze landed precisely on Zhou Bingyi.
"Comrade Bingyi."
"As the director of the Provincial Development and Reform Commission, you are responsible for the overall coordination of the pilot project!"
"The Luquan Township section of Guangming County is the core of the core!"
"Within three days, I need to see a detailed, workable plan for the resettlement and compensation payments that will ensure no mass incidents occur!"
"The plan must be detailed down to the household level! Responsibilities must be assigned to specific individuals!"
"Any problems?"
Three days!
Detailed to the household level!
Assign responsibility to specific individuals!
This is almost an impossible task!
Especially for a newly appointed director who hasn't even had a chance to warm up his office chair!
This was clearly Mu Chen's first test for Zhou Bingyi!
This is also a test for all newly arrived cadres!
This is also a test for the Zhong family!
All eyes in the conference room instantly focused on Zhou Bingyi.
Zhou Bingyi slowly stood up, meeting Mu Chen's calm yet immensely pressured gaze.
His face showed no dissatisfaction or panic at being mistreated, only a calm and composed demeanor.
"Don't worry, Special Envoy!"
"Mission accomplished!"
His voice wasn't loud, but it carried a resolute power!
No hesitation!
Mu Chen looked at Zhou Bingyi, a faint, almost imperceptible scrutiny flashing in his eyes.
Then he nodded.
"it is good!"
Meeting adjourned!
Chapter 346 The Zhong Family's Expanding Power! Qi Tongwei's Dilemma!
Provincial Party Committee Guesthouse.
Several cadres with ties to the Zhong family, including Zhou Bingyi, Lin Jing, and Zheng Yan, sat around a table after the meeting had just ended, their faces still bearing the solemnity of being reprimanded by Mu Chen.