"I’ve looked into his records and files; although he comes from a civilian background in the Disaster Zone, his abilities are outstanding, and he’s bold and brave in action."
"After becoming the Deputy Staff Head, in just two short months, he has cracked several major cases and has always cooperated with the military and the Security Department."
"I guess it’s precisely for this reason that he was able to participate in this grand project."
At this point, Zhen Lie paused. Seeing that everyone in the meeting room was listening intently, he continued, "So, I think we should promote him, make him the Head of the Political Department."
"In doing so, not only can we ensure the smooth execution of the ’Boundless Heart Sea Development Plan’ without any further complications, but we can also strengthen the connection between Xinjie City Investigation Bureau and the military, making Xinjie City even more stable."
Zhen Lie picked up his water glass and added one last sentence, "After all, nobody knows whether replacing him with Qiu Tu might cause our Investigation Bureau to miss out on opportunities in this ’Great Development Project’."
Having said that, Zhen Lie took a sip of water, set down his glass, and said indifferently, "I’ve finished speaking."
After Zhen Lie spoke, the room fell silent.
Yue Zaitian, observing the room, shook his head slightly and said with a smile, "Deputy Minister Zhen has some valid points, but... he’s exaggerating a bit."
"The ’Boundless Heart Sea Development Plan’ is, without a doubt, a priority of the Sanctuary for the next few years, and it’s true that Qiu Tu is one of the initiators."
"But... who says that collaboration can only continue if he becomes the Head of the Political Department?"
Yue Zaitian sharply pointed out the logical flaw in Zhen Lie’s argument, "After all... even while Qiu Tu was working with them, wasn’t he just the Deputy Head of the Political Department?"
"Neither Xinjie City Military Department has raised any objections, nor has the Investigation Bureau shortlisted Qiu Tu. This indicates that Qiu Tu’s status has no impact on the project."
Yue Zaitian paused before saying, "On the contrary, I believe it’s better for the ’Boundless Heart Sea Development Plan’ if we do not have Qiu Tu assume the role of Head of the Political Department."
He explained, "As the Political Department is one of the most crucial divisions of the Investigation Bureau, heading such a department requires a great deal of effort."
"Right now, Qiu Tu should be focusing his efforts on assisting the military in executing the ’Boundless Heart Sea Development Plan’, not managing the Political Department."
"So..." he concluded, "I think we should not add any more candidates, but instead discuss the ones reported by the Xinjie City Investigation Bureau."
Yue Zaitian’s remarks were insightful. He not only pointed out the holes in Zhen Lie’s argument but also provided a seemingly noble reason to block Qiu Tu’s candidacy.
Having said his piece and feeling that most of those present would agree with him, he naturally picked up his glass, ready to take a drink.
But just then, another deputy minister, Meng Sanzhai, spoke up.
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"I don’t quite agree with Minister Yue’s words..." he said.
Yue Zaitian’s drinking motion halted, his gaze sharpening.
Meng Sanzhai glanced at Zhen Lie, who had just proposed nominating Qiu Tu, and said with a smile, "I tend to agree more with Deputy Minister Zhen’s words; I also nominate Qiu Tu..."
Upon hearing this, Yue Zaitian slowly placed his water glass back down and stared intently at Meng Sanzhai. He opened his mouth, ready to say a few words.
But at that moment, Ouyang Heng, who had been sitting in the place of honor, suddenly spoke up as well.
He looked interestedly at the two deputy ministers and said with a smile, "It’s been a long time since I last attended a meeting of our Organizational Department, and I’ve indeed learned quite a bit this time."
"When our Organizational Department selects talents, it should indeed be open-minded, letting everyone express their views, and nominate those they believe to be the right talent. Doing so allows more capable individuals to take on more important positions."
Yue Zaitian’s complexion changed drastically when he heard Ouyang Heng’s words, and the meeting room became a whirlpool of undercurrents.
Ouyang Heng’s words sounded like casual remarks, but everyone present was astute enough to understand his meaning.
His statement "Selection of talents should not be rigid" and "nominate who you think is right" was nothing short of support for Zhen Lie and Zhou Jingfu, a backing for Qiu Tu!
So, at that moment, Yue Zaitian’s heart sank.
His gaze swept over Ouyang Heng, Zhen Lie, and Meng Sanzhai in turn, and the ominous premonition he had been harboring began to intensify.
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’How is it that things seem to be getting out of control...?’
’Didn’t Yan Chen that bastard say that Qiu Tu only had the backing of the Fengtian Faction? Why are so many people speaking for him?’
’Just what is his identity?’
...
Meanwhile.
At the Investigation Bureau, where the selection of the Head of the Political Department was fraught with tension and contention.
A dramatic change was also taking place in Xinjie City Investigation Bureau.
In Qiu Tu’s office...
Cao Dabiao, Chen Feng, Eagle, Ah-Kun, Song Qing, and Li Xian had all gathered around Qiu Tu’s desk, bombarding him with their chatter.
With a face full of urgency, the portly Cao Dabiao said, "Brother Tu, this is clearly aimed at us."
"I was doing fine in the Administrative Office. Suddenly they say I need to be repositioned, told me to take a couple of days off."
"If it were just me alone, it wouldn’t matter. But Chen Feng, Eagle, Song Qing, they were all put on hold for similar reasons."
"It’s obvious that someone is targeting us!"
Cao Dabiao was of the emotional type, while Chen Feng was more composed.
Chen Feng calmly took over the conversation, "Boss, I just found out. The several hundred people who were promoted with us haven’t received any orders or been affected at all."
"Whereas all of our people have been removed or suspended from duty for various reasons."