stjorthotic Chapter 282 That's Too Much
Chapter 282 That's Too Much
The village chief, the town police station officials, and some township cadres all went down the mountain.
When Lin Qiufeng saw that this commotion had become so big, she suddenly felt a little embarrassed, fearing that she might have caused Dawei some serious trouble.
She came to Dawei's side and looked at him with concern in her eyes.
"Dawei, are you sure you don't need to trouble everyone?"
With so many people here, what if we don't catch the murderer? How will we handle this?
Just let the police station conduct a normal investigation.
If I really can't find it, I'll just accept my fate.
"It would be too much trouble for us to handle."
The two spoke in hushed tones, and those around them tactfully stepped aside to avoid them.
Seeing Lin Qiufeng's worried eyes, Dawei felt even worse.
My sister is so kind; it's the kind of kindness that doesn't come across as sharp or aggressive.
With that kind of personality, in today's environment, you'd be devoured without a trace.
"Sister, you and the second brother can just go home and wait for news."
A gentleman's word is his bond.
What I and County Chief Zhang said in public, we can't take back.
Don't put pressure on yourself.
This isn't just your problem.
This concerns Yuanshan and Wufeng counties, and hundreds of thousands of farmers in those counties.
We rural people already have it tough enough, toiling in the fields from dawn till dusk.
So bitter, so difficult.
These people even resorted to such underhanded tactics.
Such a depraved person must be arrested; otherwise, what hope will ordinary people have?
How can we even talk about developing a navel orange industry?
Hearing Dawei say that made Lin Qiufeng feel more at ease.
It feels like no matter how big the problem is, it's no problem for Dawei; he has a way of handling it.
The main focus is on providing peace of mind.
Suddenly, Qiu Feng no longer felt so sorry for the destroyed saplings.
She knew that with David around, everything would be alright.
I'm afraid of causing you trouble.
There are many things you're saying that I don't understand, but since you have your ideas, I'll listen to you.
"Second brother, let's go home and wait for news."
Qiu Feng waved to the second brother.
"Hey." Lin Yunxing followed her sister down the mountain.
Before leaving, Lin Yunxing made sure to say goodbye to Director Wu, telling him that she was going back first.
Given his status, it was inappropriate for him to greet Dawei directly in this setting; it was right for him to inform Director Wu first.
People from Wufeng County delivered tents, which were then set up at the crime scene.
There is shade above and tents below.
The two county magistrates sat under the tent, and even in the sweltering heat, it wasn't too hot.
Director Li from the Wufeng County Government Office had two ice buckets brought over, filled with iced mineral water. Director Li took out two bottles of water and was about to hand them to the two county heads.
County Chief Zhang of Wufeng County pursed his lips, looked Director Li up and down, and then waved his hand somewhat displeasedly.
"Both County Chief Chen and I brought water bottles, so we have water."
"Take it and distribute it to the comrades."
Director Li was somewhat embarrassed and retreated dejectedly.
Under the tent, only Dawei and County Chief Zhang remained.
County Chief Zhang handed Dawei a cigarette, speaking softly, "Brother, look at my men..."
Sigh, sometimes it's not that our superiors don't want to do things.
The people below spend all their time figuring out these kinds of sycophantic tricks.
Instead of wasting time dealing with this water, why not go to the countryside and help with the investigation, and solve the case as soon as possible?
Look at Director Wu under you, always busy, never stopping, and getting things done.
We, Wufeng, will probably be at the bottom again today.
"You have a real knack for managing people; I can't help but admire you."
County Chief Zhang's dissatisfaction with Director Li is growing stronger. Dawei had noticed before that the two didn't work well together.
"You are a few years older than me."
You called me brother, so I'll call you Brother Zhang.
I have something to say, but please don't be offended.
Actually...
In my opinion, you and Director Li simply lack communication.
Both of them wanted to get things done, but they couldn't put their efforts into it.
People are all intelligent.
Are there any stupid people who can work in the county government?
The problem is a lack of communication; we need to open up and talk things out.
It's clear that Director Li is motivated to get things done.
His constant overtures were actually a series of tests.
Gradually test what you like and what you don't like.
Why test them?
It's simply because the two of them didn't have an open and honest conversation. If they had talked it out, and you had said what was on your mind, he wouldn't have tested them anymore.
County Chief Zhang swatted a mosquito off the back of his hand and thought about it carefully. He realized that he and Director Li had talked many times, but they had never had a serious and heart-to-heart talk.
"Dawei, I've taken your advice to heart. I'll have a detailed talk with him later."
The two had already finished a cigarette.
David is younger and less experienced.
I gained some opportunities by chance, which can be said to be inseparable from luck, and that's how I got to where I am today.
He couldn't appear too flamboyant in front of County Chief Zhang. It would be wrong to act like a teacher, as it would make people dislike him, even if he spoke the truth or did it for his own good.
Dawei took out his cigarettes, offered one to County Chief Zhang, lit it for him, and smiled kindly.
"Brother Zhang actually understands everything."
You're just too busy and overlooked some details.
"See, as soon as I pointed it out, you immediately accepted it, which shows that you know where you're lacking, but you were just held back by other things."
Praise him for being smart.
County Chief Zhang smiled, clearly pleased with what he heard.
This smile further confirmed another of Dawei's conjectures: that County Chief Zhang actually enjoyed being flattered, which is why his subordinate, Director Li, did so time and again.
Those in power have their preferences, and those below will inevitably cater to them.
But David absolutely could not say that.
"Let's chat, it's nothing serious."
Director Wu and I used to be enemies.
When County Chief Qiao was in power, he did a lot of things to me.
We didn't get along very well afterwards.
It's not that I have some special skill in managing people; it's just that I'm straightforward and honest, laying everything out in the open.
But...
"Little brother, I have something else to tell you. Don't be upset, big brother."
County Chief Zhang patted Dawei's thigh with a slight smile and said, "Bro, we can talk about anything. I love listening to you."
"Then shall I dare to offer my suggestion?"
"Um."
"Like just now, you chased him away in front of me. That hurt him too much. Everyone has their pride."
County Magistrate Zhang frowned slightly, his eyes lowered, and he immediately felt a pang of regret.
Isn't that exactly what David said?
His treatment of Director Li shattered Director Li's prestige. How will Director Li lead the people in the county government office in the future?
If Director Li can't stand up, then his work as county head will be difficult to advance.
Moreover, if others see him doing this, they will follow suit and think that being a leader is something special. They will then dare to scold their subordinates at will and not treat them as human beings, which will destroy the unity of the entire team.
More importantly, doing this makes him appear as a county magistrate who lacks vision, refinement, and magnanimity, which is unpopular.
County Chief Zhang looked at Dawei gratefully, reached out and squeezed Dawei's hand firmly.
"You're a true friend; you're saving your brother."
Dawei clasped his hands together and chuckled awkwardly, "You flatter me, you flatter me, brother."
County Chief Zhang stood up, walked over to Director Li who was sitting under a tree not far away, took out a cigarette and offered it to him: "Old Li, aren't you going to call home?"
I wonder what time I'll get off work today.
"Won't my partner be angry if I get home late?"
Director Li accepted the cigarette with some surprise: "No, no, it's work, my family will definitely understand."
County Chief Zhang patted him on the back, and then, together with Director Li, the two went to a large rock behind the building and chatted for a long, long time.
David felt gratified upon seeing this.
In officialdom, one cannot do without friends, and from now on, County Magistrate Zhang can be considered one of them.
……
Dashi Village Committee.
A dozen or so village officials and officers from the town police station sat in different rooms, talking one-on-one with the villagers and investigating the suspects.
We talked to everyone in the village, and the general consensus was that it was done by outsiders.
I learned this from some villagers.
Last night I saw someone riding a motorcycle towards Lin Qiufeng's orchard.
The motorcycle was also carrying cement.
At the time, everyone assumed that Qiu Feng had hired workers to do the work...