Chapter 555: Threading the Needle
The leadership from Wuning City's bureau planned to conduct research in Wucheng County; this matter had long been scheduled, although an earlier unexpected event had caused some delays.
Since senior leaders are coming for inspection and research, Wucheng County naturally needs to assign leaders responsible for hosting these visits, and this formidable task fell upon Lin Hao.
It is evident that Lin Hao alone cannot solely manage the welcoming of these leaders; he must contact leaders from relevant departments.
For instance, this time the review focuses on environmental governance, and the Environmental Protection Bureau is certainly required to participate. Additionally, Lin Hao will surely take the leaders to observe some enterprises' sewage treatment situations, which also necessitates contacting some large enterprises.
Moreover, with the flood season approaching, assessing flood prevention and control efforts is surely imperative. Thus, the Water Resources Bureau needs to promptly clear river channel sludge and also prepare flood control supplies and personnel arrangements.
Contrarily, Lin Hao, who has been chiefly responsible for economic development, finds that due to the initiation of the renewable energy battery industry chain, there is indeed nothing to worry about.
Nevertheless, Lin Hao's intention is still to visit Binjiang Industrial Park, to inspect and research Red Era Group, to see if their plants and other infrastructure are already equipped for production, to hear if the enterprises encounter difficulties, and whether they have any new demands.
Therefore, Lin Hao called Liao Jiarong of Red Era Group, informing her that he might bring officials for an inspection next Monday.
Upon hearing that the executive vice mayor is coming for inspection and guidance, Liao Jiarong, knowing that Wuning City's Municipal Committee and Government emphasize renewable energy batteries, was elated.
"County Magistrate Lin, I am currently at headquarters for a work report and will strive to return by tomorrow evening; if I am delayed, I will arrange someone to handle the reception," replied Liao Jiarong.
"Oh...you're back at headquarters? Have you seen the chairman?" asked Lin Hao.
"Not yet, the chairman is still in a meeting, I'm waiting," responded Liao Jiarong.
"You must thoroughly explain to the chairman the matter of our county organizing the renewable energy battery event," reminded Lin Hao to the beautiful president.
"Rest assured, my return this time is precisely to report this matter to the chairman and see if headquarters can provide us some support and help, after all, the chairman has extensive connections. Perhaps some provincial leaders could be invited to participate," laughed Liao Jiarong.
If provincial leaders could be invited, the reputation of Wucheng County would increase significantly. As the initiator of this conference, Lin Hao would surely feel honored, and perhaps there might be some policy support for the renewable energy battery project from the province.
From the national strategic perspective, supporting the development of renewable energy is a major direction for future energy development and the next trend. If Wucheng County seizes this opportunity, it will surely usher in a substantial economic boom.
"President Liao, if the chairman can connect us with these provincial leaders for Wucheng County, I would be beyond grateful!" Lin Hao politely expressed.
"It's too early to express gratitude now; we don't know the chairman's opinion yet. I'll contact you if there's any news after reporting the work," laughed Liao Jiarong.
"Alright, I await your good news," Lin Hao was immensely delighted.
Given his relationship with Liao Jiarong, he knew she would certainly speak favorably about him to the chairman, though whether Chairman Ma would be willing to lend him face remains uncertain.
After all, provincial leaders are not easily invited.
Lin Hao's current rank in the entire system is indeed beyond the reach of provincial leaders; if Chairman Ma is willing to bridge the gap, that would be wonderful.
An hour later, Liao Jiarong sent the message asking him to head to Ronghai City, the capital of Yunhai Province, on the afternoon, and to meet Vice Governor Xu Bangtao early the next morning.
It is said that this Vice Governor oversees the energy sector, and renewable energy batteries, being part of the green energy sector, naturally fall under his jurisdiction.
Tomorrow is Sunday, and since this Vice Governor agreed to meet, he surely has close ties with Chairman Ma.
From Wucheng County to the provincial capital Ronghai City, it is a one-hour forty-minute drive, and it is entirely on the highway; technically, heading up tomorrow morning would suffice.
However, when meeting such high officials, should uncontrollable factors such as traffic jams happen along the way, it would be less than ideal.
Given today is the weekend, Lin Hao did not plan to have his dedicated driver take him, as he also felt he should remain low-key.
After all, if they fail to invite the Vice Governor, sharing the news prematurely would be embarrassing.
After lunch, Lin Hao took a short nap in the office till after two o'clock, then finished handling trivial matters before loading up and heading straight to Ronghai City, the capital of Yunhai Province.
Following the hotel address given by Liao Jiarong, Lin Hao checked into Yunhai Grand Hotel, enjoyed a sound sleep, and then received a call from the beautiful president inviting him to dine out at the hotel restaurant.
The beautiful president was dressed in a long white dress today, her waist slim and slender, two soft, snowy peaks rounded and full, her legs adorned with high-heeled sandals, accentuating her exceedingly tall figure.
Following her was a mature and charming beauty wearing a professional skirt suit, whose looks were comparable to hers, and her figure appeared even more rounded.
"County Magistrate Lin, this is my best friend Xie Wenxin, who works at the office of the Provincial Finance Department, mainly handling the daily operation of the main organization."
"Wenxin, this is Deputy County Magistrate Lin Hao of Wucheng County," quickly introduced Liao Jiarong.
Lin Hao was surprised to learn that this beauty was with the Provincial Finance Department, as he hadn't anticipated Liao Jiarong having such an impressive friend.
Xie Wenxin had long heard about Lin Hao from her best friend and found herself unexpectedly dazzled at the sight, given his handsome and attractive demeanor.
"County Magistrate Lin, nice to meet you!" Xie Wenxin proactively extended her hand.
Lin Hao swiftly grasped her hand, smilingly said: "It's a pleasure to meet you."
"County Magistrate Lin, you're kidding; I am merely an ordinary staff member, certainly not a leader. I might be a few years your senior; if you don't mind, you can call me Sister Xin," Xie Wenxin responded with a smile.
Sister Xin? The title sounds a bit too intimate.
Feeling somewhat inappropriate, Lin Hao glanced at Liao Jiarong, evidently seeking her opinion.
"Wenxin is very easygoing; you can call her Sister Xin," interjected Liao Jiarong with a grin.
"Sister Xin, just call me by my name," Lin Hao respectfully offered.
"Since you're calling me Sister Xin, I'll consider you my younger brother from now on," Xie Wenxin joyfully laughed.
Interjecting, Liao Jiarong humorously added: "Younger Brother, I'm several years older than you; should you not call me Ms. Rong?"
"Ms. Rong..." Lin Hao cheerfully complied.
"Rongrong, I reserved a private room; we'll chat while we eat," Xie Wenxin led Liao Jiarong towards the private room.
Following the two mature and charming women ahead, with their well-rounded hips swaying as they walked, Lin Hao felt an overwhelming surge internally, fantasizing about possibly seducing her tonight.
Of course, if he could hook up with her best friend simultaneously, it would be even more perfect.
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