Rebirth in the 90s: Her Counterattack and Redemption

Chapter 1405: Chapter 831: Hidden Agendas

”Secretary Jiao, Mayor Liang, even Luo Feng’s office can’t accommodate so many people, so...” Qi Bin glanced at the time, ”why don’t you return to your offices first, and in the afternoon, we’ll have a meeting to discuss the greenhouse planting. Let’s communicate then.”

Jiao Zuoting and Liang Jiahe’s already displeased expressions turned even darker.

Not going to the reception room, not heading to the head official’s office, but directly demanding to come to the Deputy Mayor’s office was already a slap in their faces. And now, they’re being practically escorted out...

Even if the greenhouse project was initiated by Luo Feng, they are still the primary and secondary leaders. How could it be justified to bypass them entirely and not even allow them to listen in?

This is outright bullying!

Thinking about Secretary Qi’s words when he met Luo Ye, Jiao Zuoting perked up, considering that perhaps this newly appointed young secretary is misusing his position for personal gain?

Wouldn’t it be better to pass this information on to County Magistrate Lv?

With this thought, Jiao Zuoting’s expression softened, smiling politely at Qi Bin, ”Secretary Qi, I won’t disturb you then. I’ll see you in the afternoon.”

Having said that, he left directly.

Watching Jiao Zuoting’s casual departing figure, Liang Jiahe was a bit stunned. Secretary Qi is, after all, the top official in the county—did Mr. Jiao not want to stay in this game?

Quickly, he snapped out of it, grinning as he looked at Qi Bin, ”Secretary Qi, I’ve already arranged lunch for you, you see...”

Qi Bin glanced at him indifferently, ”What have you arranged?”

Liang Jiahe perked up again and immediately reported, ”Six meat dishes, three vegetarian, and a soup, all specialty dishes by Old Li. The six meat dishes include...”

Qi Bin interrupted him, ”No need to report, since the food is prepared, let’s not waste it. We’ll pay the canteen at city price.”

Liang Jiahe was stunned for a moment before he understood. Having served as mayor for so many years, he wasn’t entirely clueless. He smiled immediately, ”Secretary Qi, your appointment to Yanshan County is a blessing for all the people of Yanshan County.

I prepared the meals according to hospitality standards, definitely not over the limit, so it’s unreasonable to have Secretary Qi pay.

The greenhouse planting has always been managed by Mayor Luo, so I’ll refrain from adding to the mess this afternoon. Secretary Qi, if you need anything, just have Xiao Li call me. I’ll be in the office.”

”I’ll find you if anything comes up.”

Hearing Qi Bin agree, Liang Jiahe quietly breathed a sigh of relief, backing away, ”Secretary Qi, I’ll head back to the office, and Mayor Luo, thank you for your hard work.”

Once Liang Jiahe left, Li Zejun caught a glimpse and followed him out to close the door.

In this weather, standing dryly outside could really freeze a person. Luo Ye quickly pulled out the thick cotton coat she brought for her brother from the bag, opened the door, and handed it to Li Zejun, who was pacing back and forth outside to keep warm, ”Put this on.”

Li Zejun immediately stopped pacing and waved his hand repeatedly, ”No, I’m not cold.”

”If you’re not cold, why are you pacing? If you’re not cold, why is your face purple?” Luo Ye forced the coat into his hands, ”Standing outside freezing will make my brother uneasy. If he’s uneasy, he can’t have a good talk with Secretary Qi. If the talk doesn’t go well, the project gets delayed, and that affects the entire population of Qin Mountain Town. Do you want to put it on?”

”Okay, okay, I’ll put it on, I’ll put it on right away.” Li Zejun quickly took the coat and draped it over himself, forcing a lighthearted smile, ”Now, it’s actually getting a bit warm.”

Luo Ye looked at him speechlessly, ”Brother Li, that’s not how you use exaggeration.”

”Pfft!” Zhu Hongyu laughed, pulling Luo Ye inside and closing the door, ”Stop teasing the honest man. With the current situation, it’s already not easy for him to remain calm while standing.”

”Brother Qi, why are you going along with Luo Ye’s antics?” Luo Feng slightly frowned, ”I know you’re backing me up to help me get the project going quickly.

But you haven’t been transferred here long, right? If someone with a motive starts picking on you for this, it would be quite annoying.

I know even if someone does pick on, it won’t affect you, but...”

Qi Bin interrupted him, ”That’s enough. You’re not as quick-witted as Ye’er. I’ve already considered all the consequences when I decided to do this. Rest assured, no one will pick on us.

Secretary Jing retired so quickly; you can guess why, right? I was transferred over at this time because I’m eager to do something beneficial for the people. Who would hold onto this?”

After a moment of silence, Luo Feng nodded, ”I understand.”

”Really understand?” Luo Ye immediately asked.

”Of course.” Luo Feng wasn’t annoyed, smiling at his sister, ”Do you really think your brother’s a fool?”