Chapter 1275: Chapter 1230: State Council Report Chapter 1275: Chapter 1230: State Council Report The car was the provincial committee’s top vehicle which Nie Zhenbang had used during his time working in Longxi Province, an imposing SUV with six years of use. The difference now was the people within. The driver was temporarily assigned from the motor pool. With two vehicles, Wang Jian took the passenger seat. The following car was accompanied by staff members of Xia Gang and Wang Suzhou. In total, there were six people, which could be considered a modest entourage.

Nie Zhenbang and Wang Suzhou sat in the back seat of the first car as it slowly left the provincial committee’s compound, speeding toward Qinyang Airport. Nie Zhenbang’s departure was both prominent and discreet. It was significant among the leaders and the staff in the provincial committee compound, throughout the province. Yet, his departure was silently executed.

Outside the car window, the slum redevelopment project site of Ancient City was clearly visible. Nie Zhenbang felt somewhat sentimental, “Minister Suzhou, this is the slum redevelopment project of Ancient City, with a total investment nearing two hundred billion. In three years, a new city will stand here. This area is currently synonymous with filth, disorder, and poor quality. However, in the future, it will undoubtedly become a new landmark of Ancient City. It may even become the regional center of the Great Xibei.”

Nie Zhenbang’s words radiated confidence and a bold spirit, which was something that Wang Suzhou, an organizational official, lacked.

Looking through Wang Suzhou’s resume, although he had held local party and government leadership positions, it still left something to be desired.

Wang Suzhou lacked Nie Zhenbang’s finesse and boldness. At this moment, observing Nie Zhenbang, he said with a smile, “Zhenbang, it seems you are still quite reluctant to leave Longxi.”

Given the relationship between him and Wang Suzhou, there was no need to hide anything. Nie Zhenbang smiled slightly and nodded, “Minister Suzhou, I won’t hide it from you, I indeed have many regrets about leaving Longxi Province.”

“Minister Suzhou, you are certainly aware of my resume. I’ve held numerous positions along the way. Starting from Xinli County to the Disciplinary Committee, then to Liangxi, WangHai City, followed by the Three Gongs Office and Bashu Province, afterward to Huaxia Group and Hongjiang Province, and finally, this last stop at Longxi Province. Along this journey, apart from Huaxia Group, the Disciplinary Committee, and the Three Gongs Office, I’ve worked primarily at the local grassroot levels. The longest time was spent in Wanghai City, then in Hongjiang. I don’t have many regrets about these places, but Longxi, the time I left for me, was too short. The layout of the various projects in Longxi had just begun. Yet, I had to leave Longxi, that’s where my regret lies.”

Listening to Nie Zhenbang’s words, Wang Suzhou also offered comforting words with a smile, “Zhenbang, I can understand how you feel. The decision to assign you to Longxi was a unanimous one by the central government, both President Qiao and President Mu had great expectations. The facts prove that your work in Longxi was excellent, with the initiation of three major projects, the old city’s renovation in Ancient City, and this time at the Two Sessions, the proposal for the nationwide promotion of the desert control tree species No. 5. All of these are proof of your achievements. Similarly, this time, the decision to transfer you back to a central government position is also based on these considerations. Your capability is unquestionable. Think about it from another angle. In the new position, won’t you be able to focus on the whole country?”

Nie Zhenbang also laughed heartily, “Minister Suzhou, there’s no need to comfort me. Many things in life don’t go as desired. Longxi Province is one of my regrets. This regret may also be the motivation that prompts me to work even harder. Don’t you worry.”

The 3:00 PM flight from Qinyang Airport took the group directly to Jingcheng, and it wasn’t until after 5:40 PM that they left the airport. Here, Wang Suzhou said with a smile, “Zhenbang, you should head back today. We’ll meet tomorrow morning at the Zong Nanhai Government Affairs Bureau.”

Wang Jian and Xia Gang also accompanied Nie Zhenbang home. Both of their organizational affiliations followed his own. Now, although it had already been decided, Wang Jian, as a security secretary, would live with Nie Zhenbang. Although Xia Gang had arrangements for his housing, under normal circumstances, he would be by Nie Zhenbang’s side, much like Wang Jian.

Fortunately, there was no shortage of rooms at home. Prior to this, Nie Zhenbang had informed An Na to prepare rooms for Xia Gang and Wang Jian.

Upon returning home, Dong Wan and Li Lixue also came out to greet them. After the past incident had blown over, Dong Wan and Li Lixue had moved back in at Nie Zhenbang’s insistence.

The parents and child were there, and after a harmonious dinner with the family, Nie Guowei sat down on the living room sofa with a cup of tea.

At this moment, Nie Zhenbang also walked over and sat next to his father. He pulled out a cigarette from the pack of soft Zhonghua on the coffee table.

“Zhenbang, this journey of yours has been extremely perilous,” Nie Guowei began slowly.

Nie Zhenbang himself had a particularly deep understanding and feeling about this. The central government’s decisions regarding his appointment had gone through much consideration and debate. It was only at the last moment that such a decision was made. It was certain that he would become the one and only within the system, apart from those founding leaders–to have eight years as number three and another eight years as number one, controlling the country for a total of sixteen years. Across the whole nation, there was no other.

He then nodded and said, “President Qiao and President Mu indeed have a lot of affirmation for my appointment. But then again, it was indeed not easy to get to this point.”

The Nie family’s situation had always been quite unique. When the old man was alive, it was naturally he who called the shots, no questions about it. After the old man’s passing, neither the oldest uncle nor the father had the capability to take decisive action. The two brothers were lacking in political savvy. In fact, the uncle and father mostly engaged in supportive work. It was Nie Zhenbang who truly grasped the overall situation of the Nie family.

Now, having taken this step, there isn’t much left to say, Nie Zhenbang’s achievements shine much brighter than those of his predecessors. The old man would certainly rest in peace knowing this, so Nie Guowei didn’t have much to admonish. Nie Zhenbang knew all these things, perhaps even better than him.

After discussing some current issues in domestic economic development, Nie Guowei stood up and slowly said, “I won’t say much more in the way of advice. You understand better than I do. The Nie family is fortunate to have you.”

As soon as his father left, Nie Zhenbang also stood up. Now, in the main room, only Nie Zhenbang, An Na, Dong Wan, and Li Lixue remained. The children all had their separate rooms. This place had truly become a little world of its own.

Walking up behind An Na, he gently wrapped his arms around her waist. Although she was nearing forty, An Na’s figure remained exceptionally well-maintained, with a slender waist and perky behind. Standing behind her, his fingers roamed over her body, occasionally brushing fleetingly against the fullness at her chest.

Feeling the stimulating sensation from her pert buttocks, Nie Zhenbang’s fingers mischievously wandered under An Na’s nightgown.

An embarrassed blush crept over An Na’s face, and she spat softly, whispering, “What are you doing? Sisters Wan and Li Xue are watching.”

As the words left her mouth, Li Lixue happened to walk out of the bedroom, having changed into her nightgown, and said with a smile, “Watching what, An Na?”

Nie Zhenbang chuckled at this point, too, and whispered into Yang An Na’s ear, “Wife, it’s not like they haven’t seen before, so what’s there to be surprised about? Tonight, we’ll just have another grand shared night under the covers. The pot calling the kettle black–that way, later on, none of us will have room to laugh.”

“You can’t spout anything good from a dog’s mouth. You’re getting more indecent.” An Na chided with a laugh.

The amorous details of that night need not be spelled out. The next morning, just after six o’clock, Nie Zhenbang was already up. In Jingcheng, where March still carried a chill, a full set of Shape-Intent Fist exercises had brought the time close to seven twenty.

At that moment, Xia Gang and Wang Jian walked over. Wang Jian handed over a towel, and Xia Gang handed over a cup of tea. Xia Gang then said, “Chief, the official car has been sent over. Also, there’s a meeting at eight o’clock this morning to welcome your appointment, personally chaired by President Mu.”

Hearing this, Nie Zhenbang was briefly stunned before nodding slowly and saying, “Let’s have breakfast.”

The walk from Nie Zhenbang’s residence to the Government Affairs Bureau was only a few steps away, affording plenty of time. At seven forty-five, Nie Zhenbang left the courtyard to find a large Red Flag car parked at the door.

Seeing the car, Nie Zhenbang felt a wave of emotion. After so many years, the Nie family was finally using a Red Flag car again.

At seven fifty, the car stopped at the entrance of the Government Affairs Bureau. Upon entering, Nie Zhenbang said to Xia Gang beside him, “Xiaoxia, you and Xiao Wang go take care of the induction procedures. I’ll drop by President Mu’s office.”

True to Nie Zhenbang’s expectation, President Mu was already working early. His voice came from inside, “Please come in.”

Pushing the door open, President Mu was busy at his spacious desk. Seeing Nie Zhenbang entering, President Mu looked up, set aside his work, and greeted him with a smile, “Zhenbang is here.”

“I owe you a lot for this time, old leader,” Nie Zhenbang began.

In response, President Mu waved his hand and said with a smile, “You, even now, seem more cautious than ever. Could it be, as the saying goes, the higher the position, the greater the fear? This time, indeed, President Qiao and I expressed our support, but more importantly, other central leaders have recognized your capabilities, Nie Zhenbang. Don’t sell yourself short. Now that you’re in office, you should shift your mindset quickly. Get into work mode swiftly. I’ve been looking forward to you taking some of the load off my shoulders. Everyone knows that Nie Zhenbang is famously hardworking.”

Having finished, President Mu also stood up, glanced at his wristwatch, and said, “It’s almost time. Let’s go to the large conference room together. Today, I’ve called together the comrades at home and the staff from the office to meet you, as a welcome.” (To be continued. If you like this work, you’re welcome to recommend and vote for it at wuxiaworld.site. Your support is my greatest motivation.)