Nominal: The pinnacle of power began in the sixth province of Handong.

Chapter 106 passed!

After careful consideration, Xia Qing replied:

"Qi Tongwei is capable, and his promotion to vice-provincial level is in line with the wishes of the higher-ups."

As he spoke, Xia Qing handed the commendation from the Ministry of Public Security to Sha Ruijin, and continued:

"Qi Tongwei is Secretary Yu Liang's biggest concern. Once his matter is resolved, many things will be easier to move forward. Moreover, as a fellow parachuted-in cadre, let me speak frankly with you."

Seeing that Sha Ruijin was carefully reviewing the commendation documents and then turning to look at him, Xia Qing said:

"Since you came to Handong, apart from Yi Xuexi, you haven't promoted anyone else, have you? In the eyes of the locals in Handong, you promoted a cadre who had been suppressed for many years, but Yi Xuexi's situation is, after all, a minority. Most people have come from the previous era and are watching the current generational change, fearing being labeled as the old secretary while also wanting to see the new secretary's attitude. Just think, if none of these people are promoted, how disappointed they must feel."

Sha Ruijin was taken aback, knowing that Xia Qing's words made perfect sense, but his pride as the top leader made him instinctively unwilling to admit it, and he said with dissatisfaction:

"You're wrong. How could I not care about them? After the cadres were unfrozen, didn't I mention them?"

Xia Qing lost his smile and said:

"Secretary Sha, they were about to be promoted...you're the one who froze them..."

Sha Ruijin waved his hand and said:

"Let's not talk about that!"

The two continued their walk for a while longer. After hesitating for a long time, Sha Ruijin slowly spoke:

"Xia Qing, is your stance that promoting Qi Tongwei is more beneficial than harmful?"

"Yes, it has a very positive impact on the follow-up work and on bringing together the group of senior members left behind by the former secretary," Xia Qing said earnestly.

"Qi Tongwei is very capable, and the Public Security Department is crucial. Don't forget, the anti-corruption work in Handong and the fight against foreign forces are inseparable from Qi Tongwei and the Public Security Department. His promotion will greatly motivate the police force, and Secretary Yuliang will be better able to carry out his work with the political and legal teams."

Sha Ruijin remained silent.

After a long silence, Sha Ruijin put his hands behind his back, looked up at the sky, and sighed:

"Let the Organization Department draft the proposal. Discuss it at the Standing Committee meeting; if there are no problems..."

Sha Ruijin felt a dryness in his throat, but he continued speaking anyway:

"Let's recommend it to the central government."

Xia Qing knew that Sha Ruijin had agreed.

After such a long time, Qi Tongwei is finally about to become a vice-provincial-level official and step into a brand new stage!

"In addition, let's also discuss Chen Hai's reinstatement."

Sha Ruijin spoke calmly:

"Continue to be the head of his anti-corruption bureau."

Xia Qing was somewhat surprised that Sha Ruijin had approved the previously proposed personnel changes as well.

This appears to be an endorsement of Qi Tongwei and Chen Hai's work, as well as Xia Qing's work.

However, no matter what, once Qi Tongwei becomes a deputy provincial-level official...

The influence of the Public Security Bureau will reach a new level.

Ultimately, it's a good thing.

Xia Qing bid farewell to Sha Ruijin and returned to the Organization Department.

Besides arranging for the department to come up with a plan, the main thing is to think things through.

Xia Qing felt something was amiss.

Regardless of the circumstances, Gao Yuliang went a bit too far at this democratic life meeting.

If the previous rebuttals to Li Dakang, Tian Guofu, and Secretary-General Qian were in an attempt to speak on behalf of Qi Tongwei.

The subsequent direct firing at Sha Ruijin seemed somewhat reckless.

The problem now is that Gao Yuliang has broken ties with Sha Ruijin.

What will happen next?

Maybe……

Xia Qing thought of a possibility.

Sha Ruijin ran into a snag on the Handong issue and was bombarded with criticism by Gao Yuliang.

They may very well put aside that superior attitude.

As the newly appointed provincial party secretary, Sha Ruijin looked down on the group of old Handong natives left behind by Zhao Lichun.

Currently, progress in various tasks is slow or even hindered, and no results have been achieved.

Sha Ruijin definitely intends to carry out his work in a new form.

That means lowering your stance, integrating into Handong, and taking things one step at a time.

First, it went through Qi Tongwei's position at the vice-provincial level.

Then they won Qi Tongwei away from Gao Yuliang.

The next step is to gradually solidify the position of the provincial party secretary and enhance his influence.

Once you have a firm foothold, then gradually complete the tasks assigned above.

In this way, although it is slow, it is stable.

However, this is also the approach that best suits the current situation in Handong.

It seems that Sha Ruijin has a master advisor behind him.

It's most likely that old man from the Ni family; he has a very accurate grasp of the situation.

It's just a question of how long Sha Ruijin, with his personality, can keep this restraint going.

Xia Qing couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

This is a method for the landing of parachuted cadres: first hardship, then reward; first stability, then action; first softness, then hardness.

This is exactly what Xia Qing has always used.

Having been in Handong for so long, Xia Qing has gone from barely speaking at the beginning of the Standing Committee meetings to being polite to everyone, even his subordinates, and even taking the initiative to visit Hou Liangping, a nobody.

Now, he easily suppresses the standing committee members at the same level in democratic life meetings, has great prestige and is the only one who can have the final say, controls the personnel power in Handong, and directly kicked out the son-in-law of the Zhong family.

Xia Qing understood that this was all due to the advantages he gained by first making a low-key landing and biding his time.

The road ahead will be incredibly smooth.

In contrast, Sha Ruijingang's actions in Handong were too drastic and provoked strong resistance.

Everyone feared Sha Ruijin, yet no one respected him.

This is also the fundamental reason why Xia Qing's mere revelation of his intention to support Gao Yuliang immediately disrupted Sha Ruijin's entire plan.

As long as one person takes the lead, the Sha family gang is nothing special.

Sha Ruijin is very anxious right now, but there's nothing he can do.

Democratic life meetings are a good example.

To win over the hearts of the people and take control of Handong.

Sha Ruijin, you still have a long way to go.

correct.

Gao Yuliang also mentioned Chen Yanshi's shareholding.

We should also look into this.

While she was pondering this, Xia Qing had already returned to the Organization Department and started arranging the work.

……

At Gao Yuliang's home.

"What did you say, teacher? You want me to go and report to Secretary Sha?"

Qi Tongwei asked incredulously:

"Teacher, regarding the democratic life meeting, you and Secretary Sha..."

Gao Yuliang smiled and said:

"Tongwei, you're still not perceptive enough. Democratic life meetings are places for criticism. If you tear off the mask at the meeting, it's like running out of bullets. The other party won't have to worry about the meeting ending, because you'll have bullets left to deal with them. Since both sides know each other well, there won't be any major actions."

"Furthermore, everyone could see one fact from this democratic life meeting: Tian Guofu, Li Dakang, and Lao Wang are no match for me and Minister Xia, but you are the cadre that Minister Xia and I strongly recommended and who received commendation from the Ministry of Public Security. Even if Secretary Sha is unwilling to admit it, your influence among the Standing Committee members has increased considerably. Besides, you are one of my people, so taking the initiative to get closer to him at this time is like a pillow being delivered to someone who is sleepy."

Qi Tongwei stared wide-eyed, trying his best to digest Gao Yuliang's series of analyses.

He found it unbelievable and incomprehensible.

Gao Yuliang continued with a smile:

"Tongwei, there's still a lot to learn. In short, listen to me, that's what Minister Xia means too."

Qi Tongwei nodded seriously and said:

"Understood, teacher!"