98: Chapter 98: The 10 Billion Investment is Officially Set

Secretary Zhao Shaojun's expression was a bit solemn.

He kept thinking about finding an opportunity or an excuse as soon as possible to dismiss Qin Chuan from his post; he couldn't let him stay as the Party Secretary of Dahe Township any longer.

A moment later, someone shouted excitedly.

"They're here! They're here! Secretary Guo and the others are coming!"

A motorcade drove up and stopped at the entrance of the Township Government compound. Vice President Yu Zhen, Secretary Guo Shunmin, and others stepped out of the cars.

Seeing this, Secretary Zhao Shaojun hurriedly adjusted his collar and stepped forward with a smile he found most satisfying.

"Secretary Guo, President Yu, hello!"

Secretary Guo Shunmin nodded slightly and said in a clear voice, "President Yu, let me introduce you. This is Comrade Zhao Shaojun of Sanjiang County."

Vice President Yu Zhen nodded indifferently, gave Secretary Zhao Shaojun a brief handshake, and then began searching through the crowd with his eyes.

"Where is Comrade Qin Chuan of Dahe Township?"

Qin Chuan was at the back of the crowd. It was normal for Vice President Yu Zhen not to see him immediately, as those standing at the front were all county leaders, led by Secretary Zhao Shaojun.

Secretary Guo Shunmin was momentarily stunned but reacted quickly. President Yu had traveled thousands of miles to Dahe Township because Qin Chuan had contacted him in advance; it was perfectly normal for him to want to see Qin Chuan first.

"Where is Comrade Qin Chuan?" Secretary Guo Shunmin shouted.

Immediately, everyone felt a wave of envy!

The Municipal Party Secretary and Vice President Yu Zhen, who held a sub-provincial rank, were both looking for Qin Chuan. Many county leaders thought to themselves, 'Why isn't it me they're looking for?'

Qin Chuan finally squeezed through from the back of the crowd. "Secretary Guo, I am Qin Chuan."

So young!

This was the first time Secretary Guo Shunmin had met Qin Chuan in person; he had only heard the name for the first time yesterday. He was slightly surprised; the Party Secretary of Dahe Township was incredibly young.

Under everyone's envious gazes, Vice President Yu Zhen proactively and warmly extended his right hand. "Secretary Qin Chuan, we finally meet."

Their right hands gripped each other tightly.

"President Yu, welcome to our Dahe Township!"

After a few polite pleasantries, Vice President Yu Zhen suggested, "Let's go. I want to hear an introduction to the situation in Dahe Township first, as well as a detailed introduction to the Jiucailing Coal Mine."

The group walked into the Dahe Township Government compound.

And so, such a scene unfolded.

Walking at the very front were Vice President Yu Zhen, Secretary Guo Shunmin, and Qin Chuan. Behind them were several leaders from Dongzhou City, followed by Secretary Zhao Shaojun and other county leaders. As for the leaders of Dahe Township, they could only walk at the very back.

County Magistrate Zhang Yuansong didn't think anything was wrong because he knew about Qin Chuan's connections and background, but Secretary Zhao Shaojun felt a bit uncomfortable.

He was extremely dissatisfied with Qin Chuan, thinking to himself, 'Dammit, he doesn't understand the rules at all. A mere Township Party Secretary has no business walking at the front with Secretary Guo and President Yu. At the very least, it should be me, the County Party Secretary.'

Led by Qin Chuan, the group entered the largest conference room in Dahe Township.

Fortunately, some extra chairs had been added in advance; otherwise, they wouldn't have been able to fit everyone.

Stepping on the old wooden floors and looking at the aged building, Vice President Yu Zhen said after entering the conference room, "Secretary Qin Chuan, your working conditions are indeed quite arduous."

Then, he said to Secretary Guo Shunmin and the others beside him, "Secretary Guo, an office building like this should be renovated, or perhaps a new site should be chosen to build a new office building."

Secretary Guo Shunmin quickly replied, "President Yu is right. These working conditions are indeed a bit too arduous."

Secretary Guo Shunmin then said to Qin Chuan, "Comrade Qin Chuan, you guys submit an application report. I will personally sign and approve it to build a more grand office building."

"Thank you, Secretary Guo. We will send the report up within the next few days!"

Hearing this, the leaders of Dahe Township were overjoyed.

Secretary Qin Chuan had finally agreed to build a new office building; he had always disagreed before. They were grateful for Vice President Yu Zhen's suggestion and Secretary Guo's approval.

In fact, Secretary Qin Chuan was also quite happy in his heart.

Who wouldn't want to work in a spacious, bright, and comfortable office environment? It was just that this place was still barely usable, and Qin Chuan had planned to wait until Dahe Township was better developed and more beautiful before finally building the Township Government's office building.

Since the two top leaders had said so, he would naturally go along with it.

Even if the future office building was built slightly above standards, no one could criticize him because President Yu had suggested it first, and the report would be personally approved by Secretary Guo.

After sitting down in the conference room, Qin Chuan introduced the situation of Dahe Township to the leaders, especially providing a detailed and in-depth introduction to the Jiucailing Coal Mine.

After listening to the introduction, the group, led by Qin Chuan, went to the Jiucailing Coal Mine for research and a field inspection.

Secretary Zhao Shaojun had been unhappy, feeling that Qin Chuan had stolen his thunder, but after arriving at the coal mine, his mood inexplicably improved a lot.

Because the County Party Committee had already passed a resolution, this coal mine would soon be requisitioned. From then on, it would be managed and operated by the county.

After inspecting the coal mine, Vice President Yu Zhen went to other places for inspection, primarily to examine the site selection for the power plant.

Qin Chuan had already identified several suitable locations for the power plant and took everyone to conduct field inspections of each one.

Ultimately, Vice President Yu Zhen took a fancy to a place only two or three kilometers away from the coal mine.

The terrain there was flat and open, making it perfect for building a large-scale Thermal Power Plant.

The matter was basically settled.

When leaving Dahe Township, Vice President Yu Zhen stated clearly in front of everyone, with Secretary Guo Shunmin and other leaders of Dongzhou City standing nearby.

"Comrade Qin Chuan, Secretary Guo, Dahe Township is truly a good place. We have decided to invest ten billion to build a large-scale Thermal Power Plant here!"

Hearing this!

Everyone was filled with joy.

Secretary Guo Shunmin even spoke on behalf of Dongzhou City.

"President Yu, we welcome your investment. Our Dongzhou City will fully support this investment and list it as a key project for the entire city this year. Within the scope allowed by policy, it's a green light all the way!"

With this statement, Vice President Yu Zhen was also at ease.

At this point, it was getting late, around four or five in the afternoon. Vice President Yu Zhen waved and said, "Let's get in the cars and return to Dongzhou City. We'll sign the formal contract tomorrow!"

That speed was so fast!

An investment on the scale of ten billion, and the formal contract could be signed tomorrow!!!

Everyone, including Secretary Guo Shunmin, was slightly invigorated!

Everyone got into the cars one after another. Several leaders of Dahe Township, including Qin Chuan, were also preparing to get in and go to Dongzhou City together, but unexpectedly, Secretary Zhao Shaojun spoke up.

"Aside from the county leaders, other comrades shouldn't follow along to join the fun in Dongzhou City."

Ma Zhengnan and the others stopped in their tracks. Qin Chuan didn't mind; he just smiled, knowing very well what was going on.

Secretary Zhao Shaojun was someone who held a grudge.

He must have resented me for stealing his thunder today, so he simply wouldn't let us go to Dongzhou City. He most likely wanted to take advantage of the dinner tonight to give a good performance in front of Secretary Guo and President Yu.

If we don't go, we don't go.

Dongzhou City wasn't exactly close; running back and forth was exhausting, and staying in Dahe Township was more comfortable. After watching everyone drive away, Qin Chuan waved his hand.

"Come on, let's go eat and have a few drinks. Tonight is my treat!"