The Ambitions to Conquer the Official Career
Chapter 122 Conversation in the Car

Chapter 122: Chapter 122 Conversation in the Car

Last night, after everyone ate and drank, they went to KTV again. Ji Yang didn’t talk about his own situation, just saying that he was still working in the township. No one pressed for more details.

Ji Yang was still fond of this approach. There wasn’t too much talk of vested interests.

The next morning, after buying a bus ticket, Ji Yang headed towards the county seat.

When he was nearly at the county town, Ji Yang received a call from Chu Shuyuan, who asked him to go to the County Party Committee and follow the county leaders to Qingyuan Village.

Upon arriving at the County Party Committee, Ji Yang quickly met up with the county leaders.

Secretary Zhao Qianlin personally led the team as everyone hurried towards Qingyuan Village.

As they boarded the vehicle, Zhao Qianlin called Ji Yang to sit in his car.

"Ji, what exactly is going on in Qingyuan Village? Tell me about it," said Zhao Qianlin, who was somewhat troubled, as he hadn’t expected Qingyuan Village to have issues at a critical time.

Ji Yang had no choice but to recount what he knew to Zhao Qianlin.

"What exactly is the situation with Yan Xingshun and He Chengjun?" Zhao Qianlin’s mood was clearly not too good.

Ji Yang said, "I don’t really know much about the situation between the two of them. It seems they’re both vying for the support of the cadres," Ji Yang said diplomatically.

However, people like Zhao Qianlin naturally understood what was going on from such a conversation.

Ji Yang continued, "At the meeting, we discussed the new rural construction with Wushu Village wood materials. Thus, I was assigned to oversee development efforts in Wushu Village, where I’ve spent most of my time."

"Mm, I’ve heard about your situation from Comrade Chu Shuyuan, you’ve done well. Tell me about the situation there."

Ji Yang broadly explained the situation in Wushu Village and then said, "Secretary Chu has done a lot of work for Wushu Village. With a big company ready to invest there, I believe Wushu Village will be developed soon."

Zhao Qianlin’s expression became complicated. Chu Shuyuan was someone he couldn’t afford to provoke, and now that she had done so much, there wasn’t much he could really get involved in. He knew that with Chu Shuyuan’s development situation, she would soon overtake him.

Looking at Ji Yang again, Zhao Qianlin realized this young deputy township head was indeed good; his speech and actions were orderly and well-regulated.

"What about the real estate He Chengjun is involved with?"

Ji Yang also gave an overview of that situation.

"You invested several million?"

"It was eight million, I believe."

Zhao Qianlin was speechless; this young man had quietly made so much money. The money was investigated and had no issues; it was his legitimate earnings.

Thinking of the upcoming road construction and the possible further rise in Qingyuan Village’s real estate prices, Zhao Qianlin looked at Ji Yang again, wondering if Ji had known about the road construction in advance.

But, soon enough, Zhao Qianlin dismissed the thought. In his opinion, it was impossible for Ji Yang to know so much, nor would Chu Shuyuan divulge such matters to him. So, it was very likely that Ji’s investment was with the intention of helping the township’s construction.

Since finding out Ji Yang was Chu Shuyuan’s person, Zhao Qianlin had investigated Ji’s background extensively. His family situation was average, even poor, and he had been suppressed before. Chu Shuyuan had promoted him in desperation, and it was such a person whose ascent was swift.

When luck strikes a person, it can’t be stopped!

Zhao Qianlin considered that Ji Yang’s success was simply due to good fortune, and he didn’t believe at all that Chu Shuyuan would disclose many inside details to him.

As for the rumors about Ji Yang’s good looks and having an affair with Chu Shuyuan, Zhao Qianlin was even less convinced. Knowing the exchanges of interests between the big families, and their alliances through marriage, the gap between Ji Yang and them was too great; such things were just impossible.

Zhao Qianlin had also observed Chu Shuyuan. She was a complete ice beauty, keeping people at a distance. How could she possibly have a relationship with Ji Yang? She seemed to treat him merely as a subordinate to be used.

Mulling over these thoughts, the car sped along.

Naturally, Ji Yang was unaware of Zhao Qianlin’s inner contemplations. Sitting there, he didn’t say much. After all, if the leader didn’t ask, he might as well consider himself invisible.

After a while, Zhao Qianlin said, "What are your ideas for Qingyuan Village?"

Ji Yang responded, "Initially, I thought securing funds and developing the village would be enough, but after hearing about the road construction, I had some new ideas. Qingyuan Village has many resources that remained untapped due to access issues with the roads. Now with the road, many things can be done. First is the rice wine factory project. Secretary Chu has attracted an investment of ten billion yuan, which will help local development. Then there’s the joint investment with the provincial tourism company that Secretary Chu organized. The hot springs, waterfalls, and rice wine of Wushu Village are among the attractions, as well as Heini Village’s folklore, the Peach Blossom Source of Shitou Village, and other scenic spots in several villages that can be incorporated into the tourism resources. Once they are developed, our area will become a great tourist destination..."

Ji Yang outlined some of his visions.

Hearing this, Zhao Qianlin understood even more the strong upward momentum of Chu Shuyuan. With such projects, Chu Shuyuan’s achievements were guaranteed.

"What are your thoughts on the development of the seat of the township government?"

"The construction there is already good, and Wushu Village can’t accommodate too much more. Therefore, the development of the government’s seat is also going to become very important. In the next phase, in coordination with the development of places like Wushu Village, the township center will undergo significant expansion. This time after reaching the provincial city, I also made contact with some wealthy individuals. They plan to come for a site visit. The next step will be to enter a major development phase."

"This young man isn’t bad at all!" Zhao Qianlin marveled inwardly once more.