107: Chapter 107 Preparations for the Inspection

Li Dakang nodded in understanding, casually writing the words "Electronics Factory" on a memo, his handwriting pressing firmly into the paper: "Understood, Secretary Yuan. I will get started on the preparations immediately."

"Mm, I have always trusted you to get things done." County Party Secretary Yuan Kai's tone was filled with satisfaction.

"By the way, don't neglect work in other areas either; Secretary Bi is particularly fond of unannounced spot checks."

After hanging up the phone, Li Dakang immediately called for Zheng Shijun.

"Secretary, did you want to see me?"

"Notify all members of the Township Party Committee immediately; we will hold an emergency meeting in half an hour. Also, have the Party and Government Office compile a report on recent key work progress immediately."

Half an hour later, the conference room was packed.

Li Dakang scanned the room and got straight to the point: "I have just received notification that Secretary Bi from the Municipal Party Committee will be coming for an inspection next Monday."

Before his voice had even faded, a wave of hushed discussion broke out in the conference room.

"Quiet!" Li Dakang tapped on the table.

"Time is tight and the task is heavy, so I will briefly delegate the work..."

The art of receiving and sending off guests in official circles has always been a profound subject.

Standing in the courtyard of the Township Government, Li Dakang watched the staff busy cleaning and pruning the trees and flowers. He couldn't help but recall the words of an old leader from when he first started working in his past life: "There are no small matters in reception work; details determine success or failure."

"Secretary, the bulletin board has been updated. Would you like to take a look?" Director Su Zhiguo from the Party and Government Office trotted over to ask for instructions.

Li Dakang waved his hand: "I trust you to handle it."

He looked up at the sky: "Notify the Party secretaries of every village. Keep a close watch on the environmental sanitation in the villages over the next two days, especially those along the route."

"That has already been notified."

Director Su Zhiguo opened his notebook: "The Police Station has also strengthened patrols. Director He said they will keep a close eye on those few persistent petitioners."

Li Dakang nodded, pacing the courtyard with his hands behind his back.

The spring breeze blew by, carrying the scent of flowers, but he knew clearly in his heart how many eyes were fixed on this inspection beneath the calm facade.

"Secretary." Zheng Shijun walked over hurriedly: "We just received a call from the Electronics Factory project site. They said the construction progress has caught up and they guarantee that the main structure will be ready for display on the day of the inspection."

"Good." A look of satisfaction appeared on Li Dakang's face.

"Have the publicity office prepare several sets of comparison photos to showcase the changes in the project from the signing to the present."

Returning to his office, Li Dakang opened his work log.

Although the scene was grander last time when Executive Vice Governor Lu Xianan came to attend the signing ceremony for the Electronics Factory project, this time held a different significance.

As Party Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee, although Party Secretary Bi Youshan was nearing retirement, he still held significant sway over the appointment and removal of cadres throughout the city.

Especially for a young, reserve cadre at the division level like himself, a single nod from Secretary Bi might mean a major step forward in his official career.

"Secretary, the first draft of the reception plan is ready." Zheng Shijun knocked lightly on the door and handed over the document.

Li Dakang looked through it carefully: "Reconsider the route arrangements."

He circled a few places with a red pen: "Avoid those sections of village roads with poor conditions. Also, include more figures in the report materials; it will be more persuasive."

Outside the window, sparrows chirped in the parasol trees.

Li Dakang walked to the window and watched the busy staff in the courtyard. He recalled the scene of his first time participating in a reception in his past life. Back then, he didn't understand why a leader's inspection required such a massive mobilization, but now he was well-versed in the tricks of the trade.

"Oh, right." Li Dakang suddenly turned around: "Have Director He arrange a few plainclothes officers to scout the inspection route in advance. Remember, keep it loose on the outside but tight on the inside; don't make it seem like we're in a state of panic."

Zheng Shijun nodded in understanding: "Understood, I will go make the arrangements right away."

Night fell, but the Township Government building remained brightly lit.

Li Dakang stood before his office window, gazing at the searchlights on the distant Electronics Factory project site, lost in thought.

This meticulously prepared inspection was not only a test of the various tasks in Guantian Township but also a test of his personal ability.

Having spent so many years in official circles in his past life, Li Dakang understood one truth: sometimes, superficial work often receives more attention than actual work.

Time flew by like a white horse passing a crack, and in the blink of an eye, this significant Monday arrived.

As soon as the sky began to brighten, the courtyard of the Guantian Township Government was already brightly lit.

Li Dakang stood before his office window, watching the busy figures of the staff. Today, they had arrived at work two and a half hours earlier than usual. These grassroots cadres, who usually dressed simply, had all put on their best formal wear today—the good clothes they only dared to wear during the Chinese New Year.

Finance Director Yu Changping had put on the suit bought for his son's wedding, Director Su Zhiguo from the Party and Government Office had tied a brand-new tie, and even the canteen manager, Old Zhou, had donned polished leather shoes...

"Secretary, do you think this arrangement is alright?" Zheng Shijun pushed the door open and entered, sweat still hanging on his forehead.

Today, for the first time ever, he was wearing a navy blue tie, and his shirt collar was so tight it made his neck turn red.

Li Dakang straightened his own suit and tie, nodding: "Not bad. Notify the team members to gather downstairs at eight o'clock sharp to go to the township boundary and welcome Secretary Bi."

At fifty-something minutes past seven, Li Dakang walked out of the office building and took a deep breath of the morning air.

The courtyard of the Township Government had been swept spotlessly clean, and the flowers in the flower beds had just been watered, glistening with crystal-clear light in the morning sun.