Chapter 427 The meaningful ending

Ye Shisheng's heart had changed from the anger at the beginning to the slightest fear and anxiety now.

If someone else made a strong and passionate remark, Ye Shisheng might not be furious, because he was confident that with the authority of the secretary, he could suppress the opposition. At the same time, Cui Xiang had always been obedient to him in everything, which made him feel like he was in control of everything. He believed that as long as it was decided by him at the Standing Committee, no one would say anything. Even if he disagreed, he would at most abstain from the right. Unexpectedly, Fan Ruiheng gave him a head-on blow.

Fan Ruiheng is the governor, the second most powerful figure in Yan Province, second only to him, and has enough strength and political capital to challenge him. If it weren't for some time, Fan Ruiheng had always been low-key and basically took the route of stability above everything else. In addition, Cui Xiang has been instilling in him the argument that Fan Ruiheng's foundation is unstable, saying that Fan Ruiheng dared to make conflicts with the secretary openly, and would not sing a contradictory to the secretary at the Standing Committee. Otherwise, it would be passed on, which would make the capital think that the first and second leaders of Yan Province were disagreeable, which would be very unfavorable to Fan Ruiheng's next career. Moreover, because Fan Ruiheng had had contact with Gao Chengsong before, he was worried about leaving a bad impression on the upper class, so he could tolerate everything and give in as much as possible. It was the time to determine the authority of the secretary. He should not miss a great opportunity.

In the entire Yan Province, what Ye Shisheng was most worried about was that Fan Ruiheng and him were openly opposite him. Cui Xiang said it was true that Fan Ruiheng's foundation was not stable, but he knew in his heart that his foundation was not much stronger than Fan Ruiheng, and he did not have a firm alliance among the Standing Committee. At the same time, he also believed that the upper class did not have enough confidence in him. The reason why he was asked to take over as the Secretary of the Yan Provincial Party Committee was to over-consider Yan Province. But it was precisely for this reason that he wanted to stand firm and do something, leaving the upper class with a capable and willing secretary who lived up to expectations. Cui Xiang's active approach was exactly his wish, and he also wanted to establish the authority of the secretary as soon as possible while Fan Ruiheng was eager to seek stability, thus establishing the prestige of the legitimate first person in Yan Province.

With Cui Xiang, Qian Jinsong assisted, and Chen Feng's relationship with him is reasonable. In addition, Fan Ruiheng has not formed a consolidated alliance, and big things can be accomplished.

This time, Ye Shisheng was also the act of throwing stones to ask for directions, so he deliberately did not hold a meeting and did not seek Fan Ruiheng's opinions on the application for funds from single cities in advance. After he suppressed it, Fan Ruiheng seemed to have forgotten about this matter and asked without asking, which made him even more convinced that Fan Ruiheng generally did not refute his opinions on issues of big or small. As long as he put it out, Fan Ruiheng basically had a default attitude.

If the Standing Committee completes his goal this time, Ye Shisheng will take a solid first step, which will create a fait accompli for everyone, that is, what Secretary Ye has decided. There is basically no opposition at the Standing Committee, which is equivalent to the crucial first game for Ye Shisheng to establish authority.

The authority of the secretary is generally uninvaded. Of course, there are general circumstances and special circumstances. Moreover, the issue of the governor opposing the secretary is not only not a special situation in domestic political life, but also a common thing. Only when the governor takes the lead can other members of the Standing Committee dare to echo and express opposition.

Ye Shisheng was caught off guard by the powerful opposition voices from Fan Ruiheng. If the latter members of the Standing Committee had not been argued with him for time, he would have been temporarily lost and could not believe what was happening in front of him.

Why did Fan Ruiheng suddenly become full of energy?

Fortunately, Ye Shisheng was an old official after all. Under Gao Chengsong's high pressure, he also felt wronged for many years. He was not strong in character and ability, but he still had political wisdom. After a moment, he calmed down and concluded that Fan Ruiheng had retreated to the bottom line when pressing against him step by step. As the governor, the second-ranked figure in Yan Province's power could not be suppressed by him. Moreover, in the Gao Chengsong era, Fan Ruiheng's political skills were extraordinary. Otherwise, how could he be at ease in the Gao Chengsong era, and at the same time, after Gao Chengsong collapsed, he still stood firm?

Ye Shisheng understood. Under Cui Xiang's instigation, he underestimated the enemy in recent few small victories. In the beginning, Fan Ruiheng was not a simple person. Whether he showed weakness or conservative, he had been a top-level viewer, not because he was easy to bully! Not because he was afraid of his secretary's authority!

After being a frustrated governor for several years, Ye Shisheng's weak image has long been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. As soon as he becomes a secretary, he wants to turn over and sing? It's not that easy! The authority brought by his position is only a superficial phenomenon. What really makes others afraid and awe are political wisdom and extraordinary means. Ye Shisheng believes that compared to Fan Ruiheng, he lacks too many things, such as cunning, means of dealing with each other, and the only way he has an advantage over Fan Ruiheng is his position, which is the last trump card to exercise in the hands of the secretary: a veto power.

But now it is not as good as before. The government team used to account for a small proportion in the Standing Committee. At the earliest, there was even only one governor. But today, the government team's proportion in the Standing Committee is becoming increasingly large, and often when anything involves economic growth, other issues must make way for the economy. Relatively speaking, the government team's voice is becoming increasingly heavy. Moreover, under the central government's general policies that emphasize the need for concentration and democracy, the secretary's veto power is becoming less and less common. From another perspective, the use of the veto power can only be an incompetent manifestation of the secretary's inability to control the overall situation.

With Ye Shisheng's character, it is impossible to wave his hand strongly, reject all the opposition voices, including Fan Ruiheng, and forcefully pass his proposal - he neither has the momentum to move forward nor the courage to intensify the conflict with Fan Ruiheng. More importantly, there is no need to turn against each other in the above two trivial matters!

Ye Shisheng warned himself that if he argued with Fan Ruiheng again because of two trivial matters in applying for funds in a single city and adding three comprehensive departments, it would be a manifestation of lack of political wisdom and a move that would not be worth the loss. He also knew that Cui Xiang was refuted and he had thought about it carefully. What Fan Ruiheng said was indeed reasonable, and he could do a little overdoing the matter of suppressing special funds.

The main reason was that he believed Cui Xiangzhi's words. Ye Shisheng suddenly had a trace of doubt in his heart. Could it be that Cui Xiang did it on purpose to make a conflict with Fan Ruiheng and let him reap the benefits of the fisherman?

Ye Shisheng's thoughts flashed, and under the current form, he could not have the intention to think about other aspects, because everyone's eyes were focused on him.

"The Standing Committee is a place where everyone can speak freely. Arguing is a good thing, proving that everyone is fully exercising their power..." Ye Shisheng thought about it and decided to make his tone as gentle as possible. Politics has always been a product of balance and compromise. Whether it is a quarrel or a calm discussion, in the end, everyone will make a compromise.

As soon as Ye Shisheng said that, Cui Xiang looked disappointed. It turns out that the country is easy to change, but his nature is difficult to change. Ye Shisheng was known for his weakness when he was in the position of governor. Now he is the top leader. He just encountered Fan Ruiheng's counterattack and immediately retreated. He is too handsome and not strong enough, and it is difficult to achieve great things...

Ma Xiao was also showing disappointment like Cui Xiang. He also wanted to take this opportunity to establish a strong image of a propaganda minister with the support of the chief and deputy secretary. Unexpectedly, he was defeated in one round. Moreover, as the top leader, Ye Shisheng immediately softened his position, which was really regretful. The current situation has not yet shown a one-sided trend, and he still has the power to fight, but Ye Shisheng's position is no longer firm, so how can others fight back?

Mei Shengping's eyes were taken back from the ceiling, he glanced at Qian Jinsong suspiciously, and then fell on Ye Shisheng, with a strong look of disdain flashing in his eyes.

"The Tonghai Railway should have no objection. It is just the provincial government and submitted to the Ministry of Transport. I think this matter can be slowed down when applying for special funds in a single city. How much is it, when will it be approved? After the meeting of Governor Fan, he will meet me again. I think it is still necessary to add three comprehensive departments. Prepare for everything early, don't just cram it and be passive..." Ye Shisheng's face was quiet, but he no longer had the momentum he had just made. On the surface, although he only made a slight concession, it can be clearly heard from his tone that he was shaken.

Cui Xiang's face became even more disappointed.

"It is a good thing to add one comprehensive three units, and I agree. However, at this stage, there are only two pilot cities, so it is not advisable to add team leaders to the leadership group. If three comprehensive three units are set up, just let one agency manage it." Mei Shengping seized the opportunity, took decisive action, and spared no effort to win the benefits for Xia Xiang.

Mei Shengping understood one thing clearly. Cui Xiang made every effort to promote the establishment of the three comprehensive departments, just to install his own people. No matter who he is placed, he will be the leader. He is not interested in Yan Province's political entanglements and distribution of interests. He only has a good impression of Xia Xiang, so when there are benefits, he can just give Xia Xiang directly, and he can also use the opportunity to speak to show his existence.

Song Chaodu nodded in praise: "Minister Mei is right, I agree. If you want to establish the third comprehensive department, there will be no team leader, and one department will directly manage it."

When the Song Dynasty was the leader of the leadership group, his words put a lot of pressure on the centralist standing committee members. If they objected, it would be equivalent to opposing the Song Dynasty.

Song Chaodu was very impressed by Mei Shengping's strategy of taking advantage of the situation. He felt increasingly that Mei Shengping was a wonderful person to him. Although he always had an attitude of being out of the matter, at critical moments, there were always amazing words, and he always protected Xia Xiang's interests. Protecting Xia Xiang's interests was equivalent to protecting his interests. Although Mei Shengping might not think so, Song Chaodu was grateful to him after he did it.

Moreover, Song Chaodu also understood the principle of stopping when he was good. Secretary Ye had already made reasonable concessions and could not pursue him. After all, he also had to maintain the dignity of the top leader, so he promptly attached Mei Shengping's suggestions.

It was Xia Xiang again? Cui Xiang, who woke up from the failure just now, suddenly shuddered. Originally, there was nothing Xia Xiang had on the three issues today, but he also knew that no matter which one of them, it was intrinsic to have a relationship with Xia Xiang. He always wanted to try his best to avoid the appearance of Xia Xiang's name. Even if it was hiddenly reminded of it, it would easily inspire the attention of several Standing Committee members who had something to do with Xia Xiang. They would not unite because of other things, but they would definitely make the same voice because of Xia Xiang's interests.

Unexpectedly, Mei Shengping succeeded in attracting Xia Xiang's interests, and Cui Xiang's heart sank to the bottom and became bad. When Xia Xiang came out, if nothing unexpected happened, Chen Feng and Ma Wanzheng would definitely agree.

Cui Xiang hated Mei Shengping in an instant. He thought of the disagreement between the Fu family and the Mei family, and remembered that Mei Shengping had been against him several times of promotion, so he wanted to find an opportunity to step on Mei Shengping under his feet.

But he was just thinking about it. He knew in his heart that Mei Shengping had always been alone in Yan Province, not forming cliques, not helping Ye Shisheng, but also not helping Fan Ruiheng. He would only speak out when it was involved in his own interests or Xia Xiang's interests. Although Cui Xiang was very dissatisfied with Mei Shengping, he also knew that he could not defeat Mei Shengping and did not dare to anger him too much. If Mei Shengping was angry and opposed to him everywhere, he would be exhausted.

Chen Feng did not disappoint Cui Xiang. When he heard Mei Shengping’s suggestion, he also said with a smile: “I also agree with Minister Mei’s proposal. It’s okay not to add it. If it is added, it will be managed by a comprehensive department first, which will also help integrate resources and carry out work systematically.”

Integrate resources? You can really speak beautiful words! Cui Xiang glanced at Chen Feng with great dissatisfaction.

Ma Wanzheng also nodded with a serious face and said, "My opinion is consistent with Comrade Chaodu."

Cui Xiang thought helplessly, Xia Xiang really has magic. When it comes to his interests, everyone really appears.

Secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission Xing Duantai usually does not show off his face, but he ranks relatively high in the Standing Committee, so he speaks very heavily: "My opinion is consistent with Minister Mei. At the same time, as the leader of the group, Chao Du nods, since he has nodded, don't interfere too much in the affairs of the group."

This sentence is even more amazing, and it will push everyone away directly. Unless someone has made completely different opinions, as long as you agree to the addition of three comprehensive departments, you must recognize the suggestion that one comprehensive department will be managed by one. If you disagree, you will not give Song Chaodu face and interfere in the internal affairs of the leading group that Song Chaodu should have handled.

Li Bingwen, Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Committee, who originally wanted to speak out, heard Xing Duantai's words, hurriedly swallowed the words to his mouth again, picked up the water cup and drank a big sip of water, almost choked, coughed twice and said, "It's better for Secretary Ye to make the decision. Basically, everyone's discussion is almost done."

Cui Xiang understood that the situation was hopeless. Fan Ruiheng's thunder attack, the originally scattered members of the Standing Committee were basically divided into three factions. One faction was led by Ye Shisheng, the other faction was led by Fan Ruiheng, and the other was a two-person who was as unique as Mei Shengping.

He still took the team again, all because of the damn Xia Xiang! Cui Xiangheng was so tiring that he was the one who was expected to establish Ye Shisheng's absolute prestige in one fell swoop. Because of Fan Ruiheng's sudden strength and Mei Shengping accidentally brought out Xia Xiang, all his efforts were wasted, and Fan Ruiheng's prestige made Cui Xiang very disappointed and was also very upset.

It seems that there is no need to wait for others to express their opinions. The few people who have not expressed their opinions are basically centrists. It is basically certain that they will also discuss Mei Shengping, and Cui Xiang echoed: "What does Secretary Ye mean?"

If Ye Shisheng was very determined to show his momentum, he might have established some prestige again. He hesitated for a moment, but asked Fan Ruiheng again: "Do you have any objections?"

"My opinion is the same as Chao Du's opinion." Fan Ruiheng returned to his calm face and said lightly, "If everyone has different opinions, you can mention it again. If it really doesn't work, please ask Secretary Ye to make the final decision."

Ye Shisheng nodded: "Then we will start today's meeting here first, and the provincial government will report the Tonghai Railway to the Ministry of Transportation..." He didn't even mention other matters.

In the impression of the Standing Committee members, I don’t know how many times the Standing Committee has been held. Although not every Standing Committee can solve the problem, there has never been a single result like today. However, everyone knows in their hearts that Secretary Ye lost. At the critical moment, Secretary Ye softened his position. When facing Governor Fan’s tough attitude, he failed to withstand the pressure and took the initiative to give in.

Basically everyone knows one thing. Secretary Ye has a great power from the governor to the secretary, and has no temper. He is not tough enough just like when he was the governor. Although the Standing Committee did not discuss any major issues, it was a far-reaching watershed in the political arena of Yan Province, marking that Fan Ruiheng established a strong image. At the same time, Ye Shisheng had worked hard to maintain the image of the top leader, and his prestige has greatly declined!

It is definitely a far-reaching meeting in the political life of Yan Province.

After the meeting, Song Chaodu deliberately walked with Mei Shengping. He was half a step behind Mei Shengping and said with a smile: "Minister Mei, are you still adapting to life in Yan City?"

Mei Shengping turned his head and looked at Song Chaodu, nodded slightly, and said, "It's okay, Yan City is no different from Beijing. Whether it's food, accommodation or customs, it's almost the same... Why? Do you want to introduce me to a delicious restaurant?"

Song Chaodu laughed: "I know there is a newly opened restaurant with a special dish that is very delicious, braised small fish, which is said to be fresh fish caught from the river, and it tastes delicious... If you have the chance to try it together?"

Mei Shengping shook his head and smiled: "I'm so sorry, Governor Song, I don't eat fish, I'm sorry..."
Chapter completed!