This small dinner gathering was personally organized by the head of the provincial group, so the standards were quite high.

Luo Tianlin gave much encouragement to the two young men, hoping they would take root in Shanan, dedicate themselves, bring benefits to the local people, and also lay a solid foundation for their own lives, living up to the organization's cultivation and expectations.

The words were said beautifully, and how the listeners interpreted them was up to them.

Zhang Hongyang, of course, had to express his stance, resolutely pledging to follow Secretary Liu Zhizhong and build a better future for Shanan. Inside, however, he was secretly rejoicing.

His political resolve was indeed strong, and he didn't mention any plans to displace Liu Zhizhong.

Liu Zhizhong was calm and assured the organization that he would work well with County Head Zhang, all for Shanan's future!

On the surface, it seemed harmonious and joyful, capturing that atmosphere…

After lunch, the two young men accompanied Luo Tianlin for tea and some sobering up.

Not until the middle of the afternoon did Luo Tianlin get a special car to take him to the hospital for a private visit with Meng Jixiang. What the two bigwigs discussed is unknown.

Liu Zhizhong took a car with Zhang Hongyang back to Shanan County.

Zhang Hongyang hadn't drunk much at noon, and after the sobering tea in the middle of the afternoon, he became much more clear-headed, with even more stable political resolve.

Zhang Hongyang just felt a bit stifled.

In fact, he really wanted to show off a bit in front of Liu Zhizhong but managed to hold it in.

After eight o'clock in the evening, their car arrived in Shanan County, and Liu Zhizhong, of course, took him straight to his home.

As they neared his doorstep, Zhang Hongyang still looked quite emotional and said, in a model fashion, "Brother Zhizhong, this trip to the provincial city, I'm really thankful to you, it was hard work! How about coming upstairs to sit, and we brothers can have a little more drink?"

Liu Zhizhong laughed and said, "There's really no need for that, haha! No need for polite words, we've had a long drive today, so it's better to rest early. Shanan will still have the bright sun rising tomorrow, and tomorrow will be even better!"

Zhang Hongyang was in a very cheerful mood and clapped his hands, "Alright, tomorrow will be even better! Then let's leave it at that, I'm getting off."

"Alright!"

On Liu Zhizhong's way back, he felt something was a bit off.

It was mainly Zhang Hongyang's reaction and demeanor, which didn't resemble someone who had caused trouble but rather someone who had good news?

Although he didn't say it explicitly, Liu Zhizhong sensed it.

This sensitivity was very interesting and was also one of Liu Zhizhong's talents.

Liu Zhizhong pondered carefully, thinking it could be possible that Zhang Hongyang was going to be promoted? His tenure as County Mayor of Shadong and Shanan was indeed long enough, and maybe he was ready to progress further?

Liu Zhizhong nodded secretly, perhaps this guy was going to transfer out of Shanan and become a County Party Secretary elsewhere?

The next day, Zhang Hongyang appeared at the County Committee and County Government office with a refreshed look.

Many colleagues arriving for work saw County Head Zhang's demeanor and were a bit puzzled, but seemed to understand something.

Apparently, the day before yesterday, Secretary Liu accompanied him to the provincial city; something good must have happened, right? Otherwise, with Meng Province's eyes almost popping out, how could he have such a refreshed look? Just not looking dejected was a big steadiness.

Xie Peng had long been waiting at Zhang Hongyang's office door to receive the master, and also had some documents needing his approval.

Seeing the master with a stable aura, Xie Peng was also very excited and approached to speak quietly, "Brother Yang, the situation in the provincial city is settled, and there are pleasing results?"