The next day at work, only Ji Yang was in the office as Wu Guoping had taken a leave, saying he had gone to see a doctor for a severe cold.
Ji Yang knew the young man's intentions very well and readily agreed.
Normally, today would have been the busiest day for the Office of Party and Government Affairs, but it ended up being just Ji Yang alone, with everyone occasionally glancing his way, each harboring various thoughts.
After reviewing the draft of last night's document once more and confirming that there were no issues, Ji Yang planned to take it to Chu Shuyuan for her approval before it could be stamped and issued.
He glanced at Chu Shuyuan's office, she hadn't arrived yet, presumably delayed by something, so Ji Yang could only wait there.
While waiting, he thought about Miao Xiaoying; she was someone who could be of use, and transferring her over was a good choice.
Apart from Miao Xiaoying, Ji Yang planned to transfer Chen Yongwei as well.
Chen Yongwei was also a person without any background, but he was quite capable.
Just then, Ji Yang heard a noise and saw Chu Shuyuan arrive at work.
After a while, Ji Yang walked towards Chu Shuyuan's office.
"Secretary Chu, this is the draft of the document, please have a look."
"Okay, leave it here, I need to have a few leaders look at it as well before we issue it."
"Alright."
"Have you decided on the personnel for your office?" Chu Shuyuan asked.
Ji Yang then shared his plan to transfer two people to the office.
Naturally, Chu Shuyuan wouldn't undermine Ji Yang's authority, and she agreed immediately upon hearing that he wanted to transfer two people over.
Chu Shuyuan sat in her office looking through the documents. Being new to the place, she also needed to familiarize herself with the situation quickly.
After looking through the documents, she turned to Ji Yang, "Explain the situation here to me."
Ji Yang was very familiar with the local situation and began to explain.
Listening to Ji Yang's reporting of some work, she was satisfied. She deliberately observed Ji Yang's performance and couldn't help thinking she had chosen the right person; this young man was truly capable, managing to orderly complete the tasks assigned even though he was the only one working in the Party and Government Affairs Office.
Knowing that Ji Yang wanted to place his own people, Chu Shuyuan was pleased as this meant the Party and Government Affairs Office would more or less be in her control, marking it her first governing department.
"By the way, Deputy Secretary Lu also mentioned, the high school's Chinese teacher Xiao Lili has good writing skills, let's place her in your Party and Government Affairs Office too."
Ji Yang had a vision of this woman, recently assigned to the high school, attractive in a rather sly way, though he wasn't very clear on other details about her.
Unexpectedly, this woman was the one that Lu Shijie and his group wanted to plant here to devise a trap!
"Alright, with this addition, we now have three more capable comrades in our Party and Government Affairs Office." Ji Yang didn't say much.
"Be extra cautious, but still show respect to Deputy Secretary Lu," Chu Shuyuan explained and warned.
"I understand."
Chu Shuyuan nodded slightly, "Good that you understand."
Ji Yang then reported the next steps of his work.
Chu Shuyuan suddenly asked, "You weren't the director before; the arrangements for our incoming staff's accommodations were done by Deputy Secretary Lu. What's your opinion on these living quarters?"
"I'm really not too familiar, I'll make a phone call to ask."
"You've just become director and lack experience; you need to familiarize yourself quickly."
"Okay."
"Come, let's go see the living quarters. Staying in the guesthouse isn't ideal."
"Alright."
When the two came out, Chu Shuyuan called over the visiting leaders and suggested they check out the accommodations.
Everyone laughed and chatted as Lu Shijie led them to the designated place.
Lu Shijie was very enthusiastic as he walked and explained the situation here.
"Although this residential area for visiting officials still has some irregularities, it takes into account the living needs of the visiting officials and is indeed a good project."
After seeing the conditions of the complex, someone asked, "What is the county's stance on this matter?"
"Nowadays, there are these kinds of housing aids for visiting officials all over the country. It's not really a problem as long as funding is secured, everyone is doing it."
"Are there many visiting officials?"
"You know, the countryside is different from before. Officials used to be able to stay in the homes of the locals, but nowadays people are not so willing. Many visiting officials, like Ji, are unmarried and it's inconvenient for them to live here, so they really need such accommodations. Ji, isn't that right?"
"Deputy Secretary Lu is correct, it does make it convenient for visiting officials."
Shuyuan said, "We mustn't create any special privileges, though."
"There's no special privilege involved; we do need to consider the living conditions of the visiting officials. Every county faces this situation, the higher-ups agree with it, and it's included in the logistics budget. Some of their earnings are spent here, please rest assured," Lu Shijie emphasized again.
Ji Yang noticed that Lu Shijie was very enthusiastic today, as if yesterday's dissatisfaction had disappeared.
Had he not heard certain things last night, he might have thought Lu Shijie had come to terms.
After entering the row of villas, Lu Shijie said, "Here, we've considered the living needs of our comrades from outside and also those who might bring their families, so each person has a small courtyard. Considering some are single and do not have time to clean, these chores are generally handled by the hostel."
Once everyone entered, Ji Yang began to closely observe the surroundings.
Lo and behold, everything inside was already well-decorated, and everything was in great condition. New bedding and other items had just been purchased, and everyone could move in straight away.
After the visiting leaders inspected the various areas, smiles filled their faces. They were naturally satisfied with such accommodations.
Cao Zhongping said, "How is the security here? You know, these are local leaders, and there can't be any mishaps."
At this point, Police Chief Qian Dayong stepped forward and earnestly said, "Please rest assured, leaders. We have a very strict guard system at the gates, our police station is also nearby, and the security staff are on duty 24 hours a day, with surveillance installed. There is absolutely no problem."
Cao Zhongping nodded slightly, "That's very good."
Qian Dayong continued, "Not only that, during renovation we conducted strict inspections, all kinds of acceptances are there, absolutely no problem."
Everyone looked at him but didn't say much more, not expecting the police chief to plan against them.
Lu Shijie smiled and said, "Have a look inside the houses, if there are any requirements, please mention them. Since the organization has entrusted this matter to me, I must ensure it is done perfectly."
During the conversation, he even took everyone inside to introduce various facilities.
Just then, a few young people dressed in professional attire approached.
"Hello, leaders, I am Fang Rui, the manager of the hostel. To better serve everyone, the hostel has specifically arranged these comrades to be responsible for cleaning and other services for your accommodations."
When everyone looked over, their eyes instantly lit up, seeing several individuals who were quite attractive, the men handsome and the women beautiful, all in good shape.
Lu Shijie smiled and said, "Everyone's work keeps them busy, and when it gets too much, you can call them. Each person has one-on-one service."
Chu Shuyuan frowned and said, "Isn't that a bit inappropriate?"
At this moment, Li Xinggui smiled and said, "It's not a big deal. Normally, they work at the hostel, and they only come here to work when needed. It's not troublesome."
Lu Shijie also smiled and said, "You at the hostel must do your work well."
Fang Rui nodded vigorously, "Please rest assured, leaders, we will definitely provide good service."
Ji Yang looked at the young people, understanding that Lu Shijie's arrangements were in progress.