Nie Zhenbang's remarks were hardly over when, beside him, Zhang Jue, whom the remarks were obviously directed at, visibly darkened. The meaning of Nie Zhenbang's words was unmistakable. What did he mean by someone who needed to work? It was an open provocation. His words were simple and clear. There was only one meaning: the preparatory committee doesn't need an office director but someone who actually does the work.
Zhang Jue was about to retort, but Wei Bin, also seated nearby, nodded approvingly. He was increasingly fond of Nie Zhenbang, who proved to be a flexible character. He understood the appropriateness of holding his peace on such an occasion, and there was no need for Wei Bin to say anything. This kind of tacit comprehension was a rarity that Wei Bin had not previously come across. He was also amazed by Nie Zhenbang's keen political instinct.
