114: Chapter 114 Attending the Banquet for Talent

Then, a flash of inspiration struck Director He Guodong, and he thought of Li Dakang. If he could invite this Township Party Committee Secretary, who carried significant weight in the county, to accompany them, the leadership at the County Public Security Bureau would surely have to take it seriously.

Thinking this way, he mused to himself: "With Secretary Li present, the weight of this dinner will be quite different."

Li Dakang raised his eyebrows slightly, looking at Director He Guodong with bright eyes: "Oh? Tell me your thoughts."

Director He Guodong straightened his back, his tone sincere: "Secretary Li, I want to organize a dinner to invite the leaders of the County Public Security Bureau, so we can finalize Qi Tongwei's application for meritorious service in person. It's just..."

He paused, looking slightly uneasy: "I'm afraid I don't have enough influence, so I would like to invite you to join us."

After saying this, Director He Guodong unconsciously rubbed his hands, his eyes filled with anticipation and a bit of trepidation.

He knew this request was presumptuous, but for the future of his subordinate, he couldn't worry about that.

After hearing this, Li Dakang tapped his fingers gently on the tabletop, remaining silent for a moment.

In his impression, Qi Tongwei was indeed a rare talent; young, energetic, and with outstanding investigative abilities.

Especially during that livestock theft case last time; if it hadn't been for Qi Tongwei tackling the crucial, difficult parts, the case wouldn't have been solved so brilliantly.

Thinking of this, Li Dakang's lips curled up slightly. Such a steady and hardworking young man was truly worth cultivating.

He looked up at Director He Guodong, having already made up his mind, and readily agreed: "Very well, when exactly is it scheduled?"

Upon hearing this, Director He Guodong was overjoyed and quickly said: "Thank you so much, Secretary Li! I have already made an appointment with Deputy Bureau Chief Tang of the County Public Security Bureau for tonight in private room number five at Yuexiang Pavilion in the county."

"Do you think this arrangement is suitable?"

He rubbed his hands unconsciously as he spoke.

Li Dakang pondered for a moment and nodded: "Fine, let's settle on that."

"Go ahead, and I will set off in a while."

"Yes! I will go prepare right away!"

Director He Guodong stood up excitedly, bowed deeply, and retreated quietly.

As he turned, he couldn't hide the smile on his face, and his steps were much lighter than when he arrived.

...

Night fell, and the lights began to shine.

Yuexiang Pavilion in the county was brilliantly lit and bustling with noise.

Inside private room number five, Director He Guodong and Qi Tongwei had arrived first. They sat upright, waiting for the arrival of Li Dakang and Deputy Bureau Chief Tang of the County Public Security Bureau.

Qi Tongwei sat on the mahogany chair, his hands unconsciously clasping and unclasping, his eyes constantly glancing at the door of the private room.

He knew in his heart that tonight's dinner was crucial for him; it might just be the turning point of his fate.

"Director He, I..."

Qi Tongwei stopped mid-sentence, his Adam's apple bobbing unnaturally.

Seeing this, Director He Guodong reached out and pressed heavily on his shoulder: "Relax. With Secretary Li personally stepping in, half the battle is already won."

He lowered his voice: "No matter what, Deputy Bureau Chief Tang has to give Secretary Li some face. Besides, those meritorious deeds of yours are all real."

Qi Tongwei forced a smile, nodded, and prayed silently for things to go smoothly.

Not long after, the respectful guidance of a waiter came from outside the private room.

Footsteps approached, and the figure of Li Dakang appeared at the door.

He was wearing dark casual clothes; even though it was casual attire, it could not hide his steady and capable aura.

"Secretary Li!"

Director He Guodong immediately stood up to welcome him, walking to the door in a few quick steps: "You've come just in time, please take the seat of honor."

Qi Tongwei also quickly followed, neatly pulling out the chair at the head of the table, his voice filled with unconcealable tension: "Hello, Secretary Li!"

Li Dakang's gaze swept over the two of them, a gentle smile hanging on his lips: "Don't be so constrained."

He sat down calmly and straightened his clothes: "Deputy Bureau Chief Tang hasn't arrived yet?"

A flash of embarrassment crossed Director He Guodong's face, and he hurriedly bowed slightly to explain: "Secretary Li, I am truly sorry. Deputy Bureau Chief Tang just called to say there is an urgent meeting to deal with, and he might be twenty minutes late."

He cautiously watched Li Dakang's expression, fearing that this Township Party Committee Secretary might be displeased.

After all, according to official rules, having a township-level leader of regular section rank wait for a deputy section rank Deputy Bureau Chief was truly unreasonable.

A thin layer of sweat had already seeped out on Director He Guodong's back, fearing that this would ruin the important matter.

Unexpectedly, Li Dakang just calmly picked up his teacup and gently blew away the floating tea leaves: "Work is important; it doesn't matter if we wait."

Only then did Director He Guodong breathe a sigh of relief, secretly grateful for Li Dakang's magnanimity.

Li Dakang's gaze slowly fell on Qi Tongwei, his eyes filled with a gentle smile: "Tongwei, the public security in the township has improved significantly recently, and the satisfaction of the common people has increased quite a bit."

"I heard that you often lead patrols until late at night; this sense of responsibility is rare."

Upon hearing this, Qi Tongwei immediately stood up, his hands unconsciously gripping the corner of his clothes: "Secretary Li, you are too kind; this is all thanks to Director He's competent leadership. We are just doing our duty."

His voice was a bit tight, but his eyes were exceptionally firm.

Li Dakang nodded slightly, revealing appreciation in his eyes.

In this impetuous era, young people like Qi Tongwei, who could settle down at the grassroots level and step up at critical moments, were indeed rare.

He couldn't help but think of the desperate effort Qi Tongwei made when solving the livestock case last time, when he didn't close his eyes for three days and three nights.