Chapter 105: Agricultural Work Site Meeting

  When eating, Ding Yuan's enthusiasm was high. Ding Yuan rarely eats downstairs, and this time he took the initiative to eat in Yudu District, which shows that he is very affirmative of the work in Yudu District. Zhao Deling and Xu Yunfei were naturally delighted, as affirmation of Yudu District is also affirmation of Huaian City. Moreover, in Xu Shaojie's words, he constantly mentioned the leadership of the municipal party committee and government.

  "The work in Huaian City is not bad, I think. In January, the city's agricultural work conference will be held in Yudu District, and a half-day visit to Huaguan Village has been arranged to see the changes there. The municipal party committee and government have written typical materials, mainly introducing this spirit. Our cadres should always consider their own work, think of ways and come up with ideas. I originally thought of promoting large-scale vegetable greenhouses throughout the city, but now I don't think so. It's better to be cautious, as Little Xu said, Huaian City's focus is on developing large-scale vegetable greenhouses, while other counties and cities should find their own way according to their actual situation."

  Xu Shaojie's scalp felt a bit numb, now Huaiyang Municipal Party Committee and Government attach great importance to the work of the three rural areas. The city's agricultural work conference, the main leaders and deputy leaders in charge will all participate, come to Huaguan Village for inspection, the scale is not small.

  "Secretary Ding, don't worry, we will prepare well."

  Ding Yuan left Huaguan Village, and Zhao Deling and Xu Yunfei followed him. The effect of Ding Yuan's inspection was very good. In the eyes of Secretary Ding, the cement plant was nothing compared to Huaguan Village, which had outstanding achievements. Thinking about the upcoming Municipal Agricultural Work Conference in less than a month, Xu Shaojie could only prepare well with a sense of helplessness.

  This time, Yudu District didn't lose out. Xu Yunfei made an exception and allocated some funds to Yudu District. On the one hand, it will continue to improve the road conditions in Huaguan Village, and on the other hand, it will be used for related reception work. Therefore, team members need to start making preparations. Huang Guangming is still in charge, while Xu Shaojie and Zhang Shiqiu have been spending more time in the city recently, with the goal of getting money.

  Xu Shaojie had specifically reminded Zhang Shiqiu that Mayor Xu Yunfei had said they were going to cut the budget for Yudu District, which was unacceptable. Just because Yudu District had set up a cement factory didn't mean their budget should be cut. Zhang Shiqiu completely agreed, so the two of them put aside other matters and went to the city government to ask for money. Other districts, towns, and municipal units were doing the same thing, all squatting at the city government asking for money. It was the end of the year, and welfare relied on the city government's allocation of funds.

  Xu Yunfei scolded Xu Shaojie and Zhang Shiqiu without any politeness, but Xu Shaojie and Zhang Shiqiu had thick skin. As long as there was money, the leader's scolding didn't matter. Xu Yunfei was so angry that he didn't know what to do. He scolded them, taught them a lesson, but Xu Shaojie listened with a smile on his face. As soon as Xu Yunfei finished speaking, Xu Shaojie began to complain about the difficulties of the cement plant's loan repayment, the need for support from Huaguan Village, and the large amount of money spent on road repairs. Xu Shaojie and Zhang Shiqiu were very patient, waiting in the office for a chance to talk to Xu Yunfei again. Xu Yunfei had no choice but to discuss with the vice mayor in charge and temporarily not cut the funding for Yudou District.

  When it comes to loans, Xu Shaojie is also full of anger. The cement plant had long been preparing to repay the loan. After receiving the news, the leader of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) specially found Xu Shaojie and Zhang Shiqiu, saying that there was no hurry to repay the loan, implying that they wanted to earn some interest. The ICBC leader also inquired about the development of the greenhouse loan, preparing to take over the greenhouse loan in Yudu District. Xu Shaojie did not dare to express his opinion, as this was a matter for the municipal party committee and government leaders to consider. Huai'an City's plan to develop large-scale greenhouses had long been rumored, and banks and credit unions had already begun competing for it. Who wouldn't want a loan of over 100 million yuan? Moreover, the situation in Huaguang Village was well-known to the bank, which would recover the loan within a few months. Such a good opportunity to make money, who would miss it? Xu Shaojie saw the leaders of the Agricultural Bank and Construction Bank visiting Xuyunfei's office, undoubtedly for loan purposes.

  After getting the money, Xu Shaojie and Zhang Shiqiu were preparing to return to Yudou District with joy. However, Tang Wanrou found Xu Shaojie, and Zhang Shiqiu tactfully hurried back to Yudou District first, repeatedly telling Xu Shaojie not to worry, that he would handle everything well.

  It turned out that Tang Wanrou's one-year period was up, and she would soon return to the Xilin City Public Security Bureau. At this time, Tang Wanrou did not want to leave Huaiyang City, so she found Xu Shaojie. Tang Wanrou had mentioned several times that she wanted to be transferred to work at the Huaiyang City Public Security Bureau, but Xu Shaojie disagreed each time.

  "Xiao Rou, listen to me, you can't be transferred to Huaiyang City for work. The conditions in Xilin City are good. Besides, if you work in Xilin City, I will also have a reason to be transferred to the provincial city in the future."

  "I don't want to be apart from you."

  "No problem, from Huaiyang City to the provincial capital, it only takes three hours, I guarantee, if there's time, I'll come to the provincial capital."

  "That won't work either, you just got back a week ago, it's too soon."

  "This, I'm telling you, I'll make sure to take a lot of time off on business trips. Look, we're about to expand the greenhouse on a large scale, and when that happens, I can spend a long time in the provincial city connecting with vegetable sellers. Won't I be able to go to the provincial city often? Besides, it's easy to find excuses."

  "Hum, you're making excuses. If I weren't by your side, and you had another woman, would you also make excuses?"

  "Xiao Rou, don't think like that, I'm being sincere with you, absolutely won't make excuses."

  Xu Shaojie and Tang Wanyu often hugged and kissed each other, but they hadn't crossed the last line of defense yet. Xu Shaojie respected Tang Wanyu very much and never forced her. The bitter advice finally had an effect.

  The day before Tang Wanruo left Huaiyang City, her eyes were a bit dazed, and she always leaned on Xu Shaojie, refusing to leave him half a step. Xu Shaojie had long been aware of the woman's movements on Zhang Xiaoyu's body, and he knew that Tang Wanruo had ideas. However, Xu Shaojie wouldn't do so now, as Tang Wanruo would be his wife in the future, and they would go through life together. Therefore, Xu Shaojie would strive to let Tang Wanruo live a good life, not relying on her family.

  Tang Wanrou left in a car from the Huaiyang Municipal Public Security Bureau. When she left, Tang Wanrou couldn't help but shed tears. Xu Shaojie comforted her, saying that he would be back in the provincial city for the Spring Festival soon.

  The city's agricultural work conference was held as scheduled. This agricultural work conference was held a bit early, generally speaking, it is usually held after the Spring Festival, but Secretary Ding Yuan required it to be held before the New Year.

  Xu Shaojie and all the team members of Yudu District are ready, they are not qualified to attend this meeting. The typical speeches have been made by the municipal party committee and government leaders, so Yudu District just needs to do a good job in reception, so although it's busy, everyone is not that tense.

  Two large buses and several small cars arrived in Yudu District, Xu Shaojie had been waiting by the side of the road for a long time.

  The large bus stopped on the village-level road in Huaguan Village. There are not many village-level roads that can accommodate large buses, and this is one of them. Many people were shocked when they got off the bus and saw the scene before their eyes. Some couldn't believe it. Many merchants have already started buying vegetables in Huaguan Village. At the entrance of the village, there are many small trucks loaded with fresh vegetables.

  Many people were still skeptical, but when they saw the farmers hurriedly harvesting vegetables, saw the merchants buying on the side, and even saw the scene of the merchants giving money, no one doubted it anymore. Such a fake can't be made up. Although there were introductions from the Huai'an Municipal Committee, many people had already walked to the edge of the greenhouse to watch, and many people asked the farmers or merchants in a low voice, and the answers they got shocked them.

  "Xiao Xu, everyone is very curious, tell us a few sentences, what were you thinking at that time."

  Ding Yuan's words caught Xu Shaojie off guard, and he hadn't thought about speaking at all, without any preparation. The meeting was attended by the main leaders of the county and city, as well as the person in charge of the department. If he said something wrong, it would be embarrassing. But Secretary Ding had spoken, and he couldn't not say anything. Xu Shaojie thought to himself that everyone was watching, so maybe they wouldn't notice him.

  Xu Shaojie was wrong, everyone heard that Yu Du District Party Secretary Xu Shaojie wanted to share his feelings, and all attention came over. Everyone kept thinking, who thought of such a good way, and got results in such a short time? Not many people know Xu Shaojie, when Xu Shaojie took the microphone, everyone saw how young he was, and their interest became even stronger.

  Zhao Deling and Xu Yunfei were a bit worried, they had thought of it, but didn't remind Xu Shaojie, thinking that everyone would just take a look and leave, who knew Xu Shaojie still wanted to give a speech.

  Xu Shaojie quickly adjusted his mood, at such a moment, he must not slack off.

  "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Yudu District for a visit. I am Xu Shaojie, Secretary of the Yudu District Committee. Under the correct leadership of the Municipal Party Committee and Government, we have done some work in Yudu District, which has unexpectedly received such high recognition from leaders. The district committee and government feel very encouraged. From now on, we will work even harder, learn from advanced experiences, and do our work better.

  The achievements made by Huaguang Village are mainly attributed to three aspects of experience. Firstly, it is the correct leadership and strong support of the Municipal Party Committee and Government. Secretary Zhao of the Municipal Party Committee proposed a working approach of "point-to-face" at the municipal economic work conference, which guided our district's development planning. Mayor Xu of the Municipal Government visited Yudu District many times to listen to our work reports and clarified the direction for developing large-scale vegetable greenhouses and building a cement factory.

  Secondly, we considered the actual situation of farmers. Large-scale vegetable greenhouses are projects with quick results, which can bring tangible benefits to farmers. With the help of the Municipal Party Committee and Government, we helped farmers obtain small loans, which have now yielded results. Farmers have gained confidence because they have real income. As for the cement factory, when recruiting workers, we considered the actual difficulties faced by farmers. Our employees are mainly composed of farmers, and once a family member is employed in the cement factory, their basic living needs can be guaranteed.

  Thirdly, through the development of the cement factory and large-scale vegetable greenhouses, we have come to realize that rural development should be tailored to local conditions, finding suitable projects that ensure grain production while providing farmers with ways to make money from the land. Many farmers are now working outside their hometowns, but they actually want to live a better life. If we can find a way to combine local realities and provide opportunities for farmers to make money, they will be very willing to contribute to the development of their hometown.

  When I talked with farmers in Huaguang Village, their thoughts were simple: they wanted to earn money, rebuild their homes, and live in better houses. They could tolerate eating less well, but they had a strong desire to improve their living conditions. This is what we should strive for in our work here."

  Applause erupted around him, and Xu Shaojie felt a bit embarrassed. Of course, it wasn't because he had randomly praised the leadership of the municipal party committee and government. If that were the case, he would have to say that he simply hadn't prepared well enough, and his words had been hastily spoken, yet everyone was applauding. It's worth noting that all the attendees at the meeting were county-level or higher leaders, who had seen it all before.

  Ding Yuan took over the microphone.

  "Comrade Xu Shaojie said it well. As party members and leading cadres, as long as we remember our responsibilities and always keep in mind the interests of the people, we will be able to find a way and think of ways. Today, after visiting Huaguan Village, I believe everyone must have had some feelings. After returning, I hope that everyone can combine the actual situation of their counties and cities, carefully consider and find a way."

  When the team left, Zhao Deling and Xu Yunfei both came over to shake hands with Xu Shaojie. Xu Shaojie felt that they were both very forceful, with a deep meaning in their silence.

  It's the end of the year, and there are still many things to do. Many require the main leaders to come out and handle them. Xu Shaojie can't help it either. The reception for the past year has already made Xu Shaojie exhausted. As soon as he sees wine at meals, he gets a headache. There's a saying that goes: "It's better to hurt one's body than to hurt one's feelings." Xu Shaojie deeply understands this. It's not that anyone loves drinking, but it's an unavoidable thing. Drinking is a Chinese custom. The more lively the occasion, the more it shows enthusiasm. The more considerate the host is, the more it shows respect. When leaders come, they must drink. Leaders can drink less, but those accompanying them cannot drink less. It's especially so when municipal unit heads come. As the saying goes: "It's easy to meet the King of Hell, but hard to deal with the little devils." Sometimes leaders are magnanimous and want their subordinates to drink less, but it's different for municipal units - they drink desperately. After Xu Shaojie became the district party secretary, he basically couldn't eat at home anymore. Even Zhang Xiaoyu has complaints about this.

  Xu Shaojie thought there was nothing big before the year, but who knew it wasn't like that at all.

  Zhang Shikui walked into Xu Shaojie's office.

  "Secretary Xu, it's the end of the year and we need to start holding relevant meetings."

  Xu Shaojie suddenly remembered, almost unnoticed this big thing, the year-end symposium is indispensable, must be held, this is for the convenience of all work in Yudu District next year, almost every district and town has held similar seminars, Xu Shaojie is experiencing such a thing for the first time, almost forgot.

  "What's the arrangement, Old Zhang?"

  "There were 27 heads of municipal units attending, the planned gift was 2000 yuan per person. It's embarrassing that we can't afford it, everyone knows we have a cement factory. The plan is to hold it next week, sometimes the main leader doesn't attend, which is difficult to handle. So I thought, since it's held in the city, let's use the name of the cement factory, thank you for the support from various units, this way it's easier to handle."