105: Chapter 105 Even a dog wouldn't eat food like this.

Seeing Qin Chuan's enthusiastic smile, Secretary Zhao Shaojun felt as if he were being mocked.

His face darkened a few shades.

County Magistrate Zhang Yuansong shook his head slightly. This Secretary Zhao Shaojun only had a strong family background; his emotional intelligence in officialdom was truly lacking. He didn't know whether to be happy about having such an opponent.

Well, since his emotional intelligence is low, I'm more confident in contending with him. So what if he's the County Party Secretary?

Qin Chuan felt a secret thrill seeing Secretary Zhao Shaojun's dark expression, but he maintained his enthusiastic facade as he led everyone into the Dahe Township Government compound.

County Magistrate Zhang Yuansong checked the time; it was almost noon. He couldn't help but ask out of concern, "Secretary Qin Chuan, when will Secretary Guo and the others arrive? Is lunch ready?"

Secretary Qin Chuan replied, "Rest assured, County Magistrate Zhang, everything is ready. We will be dining in our cafeteria at noon."

Before County Magistrate Zhang Yuansong could say anything, Zhao Shaojie cut in, clearly dissatisfied. "Dining in the cafeteria won't do. The conditions are too poor. Who will take responsibility if the leaders are slighted?"

Qin Chuan explained, "Our Dahe Township doesn't have any high-end restaurants. Even the few existing eateries are quite small and can't accommodate so many people. Although our Township Government cafeteria's conditions are a bit poor, it's spacious enough to seat everyone."

County Magistrate Zhang Yuansong nodded in agreement.

Dahe Township couldn't compare to the county town, let alone the conditions in the city.

Dining in the cafeteria might be the best choice.

County Magistrate Zhang Yuansong suggested, "Come, let's go take a look first."

With so many leaders visiting, hospitality was crucial, and a key part of reception work was the meal.

Led by Qin Chuan, Secretary Zhao Shaojun, County Magistrate Zhang Yuansong, and several other county leaders entered the cafeteria.

The place was indeed spacious, clean, and tidy, clearly having been specifically cleaned. However, the conditions were a bit poor, with old and simple decor that was nowhere near luxurious.

Secretary Zhao Shaojun frowned deeply.

These conditions were far too poor!

Just as he was about to speak, he saw four dishes and a soup laid out on one of the large round tables.

The portions were generous, served in large stainless steel basins.

Three meat dishes, one vegetable dish, and one soup.

Each dish looked decent, appealing in color, aroma, and taste.

However, Secretary Zhao Shaojun's expression changed.

Only four dishes and a soup? Using this to entertain the leaders!

"Qin Chuan, what is going on here? Are these the only dishes?!"

Qin Chuan replied calmly, "Secretary Zhao, there are four dishes and a soup in total. The portions are generous, so it should be enough."

"Nonsense! You're simply making a mess of things!"

Secretary Zhao Shaojun lost his temper. Feeling that he had finally caught Qin Chuan in a blunder, he immediately seized the opportunity to make a scene, intending to humiliate Qin Chuan in front of everyone.

Thus, he launched into a harsh, spit-flying reprimand.

"Qin Chuan, even a dog wouldn't eat these dishes! This is preposterous. To use this to entertain Municipal Party Committee leaders—just you wait to be disciplined..."

Qin Chuan's expression remained unchanged, as if he weren't the one being criticized.

Seeing Secretary Zhao Shaojun scolding Qin Chuan like this, the onlookers had varied expressions.

Some were pleased, but more felt it was unfair to Qin Chuan, who had put so much effort into preparing lunch only to be publicly berated.

Especially the words "even a dog wouldn't eat this" were very grating!

County Magistrate Zhang Yuansong and several other county leaders couldn't help but shake their heads. Secretary Zhao Shaojun was too impatient; one shouldn't say such things in front of so many people.

Fortunately, someone came to report, "Secretary Qin, Secretary Guo and the others are almost here."

So soon?

They had originally thought it would take another ten or twenty minutes, but it seemed they were arriving earlier than estimated.

Since Secretary Guo Shunmin and his group were about to arrive, Secretary Zhao Shaojun naturally couldn't continue his scolding. He gave a cold snort and waved his hand.

"Everyone, line up outside the main gate to welcome Secretary Guo and the others."

The group stood outside the main gate of the Dahe Township Government compound, looking toward the road and waiting for Secretary Guo Shunmin and the others to arrive.

At least twenty or thirty people were standing there, which was quite eye-catching.

"Look, so many leaders! It looks like some big official is coming!"

"Don't you know? Today, Shenlong Energy Group is officially signing a contract with our Dahe Township to invest in and build a large-scale Thermal Power Plant!"

"Look, that's Secretary Qin. He's so handsome!"

"..."

After waiting for only a few minutes, Qin Chuan, with his sharp eyesight, was the first to see the approaching vehicles and reminded everyone.

"Secretary Guo and the others are here!"

"Where? I don't see them!"

In most people's minds, when a Municipal Party Committee Secretary visits, there should be police cars clearing the way and many department heads following, forming a long motorcade.

But they saw no such thing; only two vehicles were approaching in the distance. Leading was an off-road vehicle, followed by what looked like a Toyota Coaster.

Once they were closer, everyone realized it was indeed Secretary Guo Shunmin and his group.

The vehicles stopped in front of them. Secretary Guo Shunmin was clearly in a good mood and took the initiative to walk toward Qin Chuan.

Seeing Secretary Guo, Secretary Zhao Shaojun went up to meet him and said flatteringly, "Hello, Secretary Guo. You've worked hard, Secretary Guo."

Secretary Guo Shunmin was very dissatisfied with him, so his reaction was relatively cold. He only gave a slight nod and a brief handshake. Then, putting on a happy face, he said with a broad smile:

"Little Secretary Qin, you've done truly well. Such a large investment is settling in Dahe Township. Congratulations in advance!"

Qin Chuan quickly stepped forward and grasped Secretary Guo Shunmin's proactively extended right hand. "Shenlong Energy being able to resume investment is all thanks to Secretary Guo's correct leadership. We wouldn't dare take the credit."

Secretary Guo Shunmin laughed heartily.

He seemed to be in high spirits.

Beside him, Secretary Zhao Shaojun felt a bit uncomfortable. Although he didn't dare show it on his face, he was already cursing in his heart; Qin Chuan had stolen his thunder again.

After briefly shaking hands with everyone, Qin Chuan enthusiastically led them into the Township Government compound and suggested:

"Secretary Guo, it's already past noon. Everyone must be hungry. How about we eat first?"

Secretary Guo Shunmin said, "That's a good suggestion. Let's eat first then!"

Watching Qin Chuan lead Secretary Guo and the others toward the cafeteria, Secretary Zhao Shaojun thought to himself, 'Qin Chuan, you're finished. Once the leaders see that food even a dog wouldn't eat, they'll surely be furious.'

'You'd better watch out. I'm certainly not going to let such a good opportunity slip by. It would be best if I could take your official post while the leaders are dissatisfied.'

'At the very least, I'll have you transferred out of Dahe Township to some insignificant position to waste away. As long as I'm the County Party Secretary, don't even think about getting ahead again...'

In the short distance of a hundred meters or so, Secretary Zhao Shaojun thought about many things.

He firmly believed that a great opportunity had arrived.