Chapter 983 Joy and Sorrow (Part 1)

A reporter asked: "Secretary Zhang, this heavy rain is the largest since the founding of Beigang. What is the disaster in Binhai? Are there any specific numbers on casualties and property losses?"

Zhang Yang said: "Although the heavy rain is very heavy, our Binhai leadership team showed excellent response ability in the face of heavy rain. The cadres led by County Mayor Xu went deep into the front line of flood resistance at the first time to direct this war against natural disasters, and to the greatest extent avoided the heavy rain causing greater disasters. So far, there have been no reports on any casualties across our Binhai area. As for property losses, I believe that this disaster will not have any impact on the good economic situation in Binhai."

The discovery of ancient tombs in Tushan will not cause much response in Beigang at present. A heavy rain caused the city of Beigang to show its true colors. It was severely flooded, and many areas of the urban area were flooded. All the overpasses entering and leaving the urban area were filled with water, and someone almost drowned.

All the leaders of the city went out to command flood control and drainage. The rain stopped at noon and it was not until five o'clock in the afternoon that the leaders of the municipal party committee returned one after another. The secretary of the municipal party committee Xiang Cheng did not have time to rest and called the Standing Committee members to the conference room for a meeting. The Standing Committee members guessed from Xiang Cheng's gloomy face that Secretary Xiang was in a bad mood. After everyone sat down, no one took the initiative to speak.

Xiang Cheng said: "Last year, the city allocated a special fund to renovate the drainage system in the main urban area. Before the rectification, Beigang had never encountered such flooding. After the rectification, it became a problem. I would like to ask, where was the money spent? Ah? Who can tell me?" Xiang Cheng knocked on the table in anger.

Jiang Honggang, deputy secretary of the municipal party committee, said: "Secretary Xiang, there are still many objective reasons for this matter. Although the city allocated funds to transform the drainage system last year, it was only used for clearance and maintenance. This heavy rain suddenly came, and in less than a day, the precipitation reached 100 mm, which has never happened in the history since the founding of Beigang."

Organization Minister Meng Qizhi also spoke, "Yes, Secretary Xiang, I have never seen such heavy rainstorms. The sky is like a pouring sky. Our Beigang is near the sea, and the drainage system is more advanced than other cities. It is precisely because the rainfall in a short period of time that our drainage system does not have time to discharge all the precipitation into the sea, which caused this flooding."

Xiang Cheng said: "Every comrade of our comrades must be prepared for danger in times of peace and prepare for the future. In the face of this sudden heavy rain, it not only exposed the defects in the drainage system of Beigang, but also reflected the lack of preparation and response methods of our cadres in the face of this sudden natural disaster, which caused chaos in the city. I hope that after this incident, everyone will have to reflect deeply."

Jiang Honggang felt a little strange. Although today's incident caused chaos in Beigang City, it did not cause casualties. Overall, the city's losses were not too great. Moreover, after the disaster, all cadres rushed to the front line in time. In his opinion, there was nothing to blame for everyone's response measures. Many people have been busy last night until now, and have not had a good sleep. Xiang Cheng not only did not praise him, but also criticized everyone, which had a negative impact on the morale of the cadre team. Jiang Honggang said: "Secretary Xiang, according to the weather forecast of the Meteorological Observatory, there may be heavy to heavy rain tonight."

Xiang Cheng said: "That is even more necessary to be more energetic. No matter what method you take, no matter how much effort everyone has put in, we must ensure the safety of the people's lives and property." He felt a little uncomfortable when he said this, covering his abdomen, his face turned a little yellow.

All the members of the Standing Committee saw something was wrong, and some people got up and were busy calling Xiang Cheng a doctor.

Xiang Cheng waved his hand and said, "No, it's an old problem, I'm having a stomach ulcer, I haven't had lunch at noon." This sentence highlights the noble character of the municipal party secretary. Xiang Cheng is telling everyone that he has worked hard and slept for this sudden heavy rain.

The meeting ends here and it is time to end.

Jiang Honggang did not leave immediately. He looked at Xiang Cheng taking stomach medicine and said, "Secretary Xiang, do you feel better?"

Xiang Cheng nodded and said, "It's much more comfortable. My stomach is getting sick."

Jiang Honggang said deeply with the same feeling: "The body is important. Secretary Xiang cannot be busy with work all day, but also pay attention to exercise!" He didn't think so in his heart. Xiang Cheng still attaches great importance to health care and has always controlled himself well in drinking. This is related to his position. As the top leader of Beigang, at least on this acre of three-point land in Beigang, no one dares to force him to drink.

Xiang Cheng took a sip of hot tea and felt that the pain in his stomach had relieved a lot. He took out his handkerchief and wiped away the sweat from his forehead.

Jiang Honggang judged from the details of Xiang Cheng's actions that Xiang Cheng's health was indeed a problem. It is said that a person's physical condition is not good, and Xiang Cheng's mood is obviously bad. Jiang Honggang suddenly remembered the mayor Gong Huanshan who had not returned to Dongjiang so far, and therefore remembered a major event that was about to happen in Beigang. The State Council has specially approved the establishment of a bonded area in Binhai. Is it really unhappy that Xiang Cheng is? Jiang Honggang guessed silently in his heart.

Xiang Cheng was still a little grateful for Jiang Honggang's concern. Jiang Honggang did not flatter himself like others. Among the members of the Standing Committee of the Beigang, Jiang Honggang is a very special one. He never sang on stage with Xiang Cheng and would not get too close to Xiang Cheng. In other words, Xiang Cheng did not know him very well. He knew that Jiang Honggang also had some background, such as his relationship with Guo Ruiyang, director of the Provincial Office in Beijing, and his father-in-law was once the former Minister of Propaganda of Yun'an Province. Xiang Cheng believed that Jiang Honggang was hiding deeply, and it was difficult for such people to be happy to others. Compared with Jiang Honggang, he prefers Gong Huanshan and is more willing to Gong Huanshan to become his successor. This is no longer a secret.

It is precisely because of this reason that Xiang Cheng was even more wary of Jiang Honggang. Of course, he knew that Jiang Honggang was also a suitable candidate. Everyone in the officialdom was ambitious and his balance was biased towards Gong Huanshan. Jiang Honggang would naturally complain about himself and even hate him because of this. Although he has always done a good job on the surface. Even though Xiang Cheng obviously focused on Gong Huanshan, even Gong Huanshan himself regarded himself as Xiang Cheng's successor, Jiang Honggang's mentality was still very good. He did not change his way of dealing with people and was still neither humble nor arrogant when dealing with Xiang Cheng.

Xiang Cheng's evaluation of Jiang Honggang's performance was calm. He never believed that Jiang Honggang would give up voluntarily. He believed that Jiang Honggang was still working hard silently, and he did not retreat for a day, and Gong Huanshan did not take over for a day. Jiang Honggang's hope was still there.

To be fair, Gong Huanshan is not as old as Jiang Honggang in handling many things, but what Xiang Cheng needs is a person who can continue his political ideas. What he needs is definitely not someone who will most likely deny himself once he comes to power. A suitable successor can allow the power in his hands to last for many years. In today's political arena, there are many people who have the same ideas as Xiang Cheng.

Xiang Cheng said: "Hong Gang, I'm fine, go ahead and go!"

Jiang Honggang smiled and said, "Secretary Xiang, the food has been prepared in the cafeteria, and I happened to have nothing to eat. Why don't we go over and have something to eat together? If you feel it is inconvenient, I will ask someone to turn back and send it to you."

Of course, Xiang Cheng couldn't refuse when he heard that he said this. He smiled and said, "It's not that I can't move, go and have a meal."

The chef in the canteen of the government knew the appetite of Xiang Cheng, the municipal party secretary, very clearly. Secretary Xiang liked to eat noodles when he was not in good stomach.

Jiang Honggang also ate noodles like Xiang Cheng. When Xiang Cheng was having dinner, he remembered that he had already gotten off work. He said to Jiang Honggang: "Don't you go home and have a look?"

Jiang Honggang said: "It's okay at home. This heavy rain is a severe test for Beigang. The meteorological observatory said there will be heavy rain tonight, and I am not at ease."

Xiang Cheng sighed and said, "I had an unknown fire at the meeting today. In fact, everyone is working hard. I know, but when I saw this flooding, I still couldn't keep the fire in my heart. I couldn't control my emotions at that time. I'm sorry to everyone."

Jiang Honggang said: "Secretary Xiang, Beigang Yan is like this. As the secretary, you are in a hurry. This shows that you put the sufferings of the people in your heart." Jiang Honggang flattered Xiang Cheng just rightly.

Xiang Cheng's mood did not get better because of his flattery. After eating a few bites of noodles, he felt worried and could not eat it anymore. He took out the tissue on the table and wiped his mouth and said, "This time I may be a little more harsh on everyone. Hong Gang, please inform everyone that except for the on-duty staff, go back and keep the communication tools open. I think God will not be so cruel to our Beigang..." Before he finished speaking, a flash of lightning flashed past outside the window, and then a few more thunder sounded.

Xiang Cheng's face was very solemn. He stood up and walked slowly towards the window, pushed open the window, and there was no wind outside, which made Xiang Cheng feel a little depressed.

Jiang Honggang came to him and looked out the window. In fact, they were all worried that it would rain. Now Beigang can no longer withstand the invasion of another heavy rain. Jiang Honggang said: "Secretary Xiang, go home and rest. I will stay here tonight."

Xiang Cheng glanced at Jiang Honggang, and nodded tiredly: "Hong Gang, I'll give it to you here. I really can't hold on today, I'm old!"

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