243: Chapter 243 The leaders have already made their decision; don't waste your energy.

Regarding Secretary Kang Kewu and his group going to Beijing, Mayor Zhang Qun mostly felt mockery and did not pay too much attention; his main focus was on tomorrow's signing ceremony.

Everything was basically settled. Chairman Chen Zhixun planned to invest 28 billion to build a massive mobile phone contract manufacturing plant in the Ningzhou High-tech Development Zone, with the official signing at ten o'clock tomorrow morning.

This morning, Mayor Zhang Qun specifically went to see Secretary Kang Kewu to report and communicate.

And that was all it was. Throughout the entire process, he did not let Secretary Kang Kewu participate in the slightest, including tomorrow's signing; it was entirely led by him, Mayor Zhang Qun.

As the top leader, he naturally couldn't reject this investment and could only nod in agreement; otherwise, if it reached the ears of the provincial leaders, what would they think?

Thinking about tomorrow morning's investment, Mayor Zhang Qun felt very smug.

In the afternoon, he specifically held a meeting to personally arrange certain matters, especially instructing them to do a good job with publicity.

This time, he wanted to make a comeback.

He not only wanted this huge investment to settle in the Ningzhou High-tech Development Zone, but he also wanted the provincial leaders to know that he, Mayor Zhang Qun, had accomplished a great feat.

For this reason, he specifically requested a large number of media reporters, including those from the Provincial TV Station and provincial newspapers. Before the signing even began, the news was already spreading wildly throughout Ningzhou.

WeChat groups and Moments were all filled with talk about tomorrow's signing.

" Mayor Zhang is awesome! He's done a great thing for Ningzhou! "

" That's a 28 billion investment! The scale exceeds that of the last Shenlong Automotive Group deal; it's the largest in Ningzhou's history! "

" Such a large mobile phone contract manufacturing plant—I heard they mainly manufacture Apple phones, it can solve employment for tens of thousands of people! "

" I heard that Chairman Chen Zhixun is not only financially strong, but he is also the third generation of the Beijing Chen Family. Such status is incredible! "

" ... "

Throughout Ningzhou, besides the wild rumors about this investment and the official signing tomorrow, people were constantly talking about Chairman Chen Zhixun's family background.

It was unknown who leaked this heaven-defying family background; the mastermind behind it could be Mayor Zhang Qun, or it could be Chairman Chen Zhixun himself.

In a certain clubhouse.

Several men sat together drinking tea and chatting. Each of their identities was not simple; they were all powerful big bosses in Ningzhou City.

" Everyone, I heard a rumor that Chairman Chen's big project is open for financing. Are you interested in taking a stake? "

" Wouldn't there be risks? "

" In my opinion, the risk is almost negligible. Look at his family background; what kind of risk could there be? I see more potential for profit. I am bullish on the mobile phone industry. "

" If that's the case, we should definitely take a stake and share in the glory. It's just that I don't know if Chairman Chen will let us in. "

" ... "

These people chatted like this, and after some discussion, they were all very tempted and wanted to take a stake.

They could make money and establish a connection with Chairman Chen Zhixun—why wouldn't they do it? When business reaches a certain level, they all know the benefits of relying on a towering tree.

Not only them, but the entire Ningzhou City business circle gradually heard these rumors; Chairman Chen seemed to have plans for financing.

The next day.

Qin Chuan and the others, led by Secretary Kang Kewu, went to visit a certain ministry. Their goal was to try to persuade the ministry's leaders to adopt the second plan and have the high-speed rail pass through Ningzhou.

Meanwhile, in Ningzhou, a grand signing ceremony was underway.

In the spacious hall, a festive red carpet had been laid out. Dozens of media reporters, carrying or holding cameras, aimed them at Mayor Zhang Qun, Chairman Chen Zhixun, and the others.

Amidst the flashing of flashbulbs, the two sides signed the contract, exchanged documents, shook hands, and so on.

Everything had already been negotiated, so the signing was just a formality. The entire signing ceremony did not exceed thirty minutes.

After the signing concluded, all sorts of news spread wildly again in the local Ningzhou Moments and WeChat groups, creating quite a buzz.

Far away in Beijing, Secretary Kang Kewu and his group were aware of the heated situation regarding the signing.

They were sitting in a lounge, preparing to visit a certain Vice Minister of the ministry, but things did not go smoothly. The Vice Minister politely declined, using the excuse that he had no time. He suggested they make an appointment first, saying the earliest he could spare some time to see Secretary Kang Kewu and his group would be the day after tomorrow.

There was no other way; since they couldn't see the Vice Minister, they had to settle for the next best thing and change their plan to visit a Director who was in charge of this project.

The Director also had a very arrogant attitude, so everyone could only wait patiently. After all, they were the ones asking for a favor, so they couldn't afford to lose their temper.

Taking advantage of the waiting time, everyone looked at their phones and naturally saw the signing ceremony taking place far away in Ningzhou.

" Secretary Kang, the signing was completed successfully. Our work groups are almost entirely filled with news about this signing. "

Secretary Kang Kewu nodded, a look of happiness appearing on his face. " This is the largest investment for Ningzhou. Mayor Zhang Qun has done a great thing for Ningzhou. "

Although he said this and appeared quite happy, his inner feelings were not the same; he felt a lot of pressure.

He had not participated in this entire investment process; it was entirely led by Mayor Zhang Qun, who had brought it to fruition. This put a lot of pressure on him as the top leader, and he even had grievances against Mayor Zhang Qun for intentionally avoiding him, the top leader.

" Comrades, Mayor Zhang Qun has done a great thing for Ningzhou, and we cannot fall behind. We must strive to get the leaders to adopt the second plan, have the Jianhai high-speed rail pass through Ningzhou, and set up a high-speed rail station in Ningzhou. "

" Yes, Secretary, you are right. We cannot come here in vain this time; we must strive to achieve our goal, " one official said.

The waiting process was tedious. It wasn't until after eleven in the morning that someone came to notify them and led them into a meeting room.

They waited for another ten minutes or so in the meeting room before a Deputy Director arrived; the Director they had hoped to see did not appear.

The Deputy Director said, " Everyone, my apologies. Director Liu has something urgent to attend to, so he sent me instead. "

A Deputy Director would have to do.

Secretary Kang Kewu, filled with immense enthusiasm and full of hope, began to lobby, attempting to persuade the Deputy Director.

The other party basically just listened attentively, occasionally interjecting a word or two. After listening, he said, " Secretary Kang, I will relay this feedback to Director Liu. "

" However, I will also give you a heads-up: your chances are slim. The leaders have basically already decided to adopt the first plan; it just hasn't been officially announced yet. But it will be soon; it should be officially announced in the next few days. "

The meaning was very clear.

He was advising everyone not to do useless work or waste their effort; the leaders had already decided, and it would be useless no matter who came. They should just wait for the official announcement.

Returning to the hotel from the ministry, it was about twelve-thirty, just time for lunch, but Secretary Kang Kewu was in a terrible mood and waved his hand listlessly.

" I have no appetite. You all go eat. "

After saying this, he entered his room and closed the door. Everyone looked at each other, then shook their heads helplessly.