Chapter 1748

Chapter 1748

Upstairs.

In the corridor.

"Thanks, Dad."

"Give it a try."

"I'll make sure to handle everything else."

After these two sentences, Xie Guobang didn't ask more questions and turned away.

Dong Xuebing hadn't expected his father-in-law to be so accommodating, agreeing to his seemingly "unfathomable" decision in their eyes. Nevertheless, he had already staked everything on this. Regardless of how difficult things might be or whether it was in the Fang family's territory, Dong Xuebing had to make this happen. As a regular county or city-level official, opportunities like this came perhaps once in many years. He was determined to seize it; Dong Xuebing wouldn't easily give up on this opportunity for a Deputy Bureau Director level promotion.

Elsewhere.

In a room.

Han Jing was waiting for Xie Guobang. When he entered, she asked, "How did it go?"

"I told Xiao Bing to handle it himself. If he manages to make the connections, I'll help him clear the remaining obstacles and give a heads-up to the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection," Xie Guobang said, taking a seat.

Surprised, Han Jing asked, "You agreed to it?"

Xie Guobang nodded, "Yes, I did."

"Why does he want to go to such a small county?" Han Jing inquired.

"I don't know," Xie Guobang replied calmly. "I didn't ask him."

Han Jing was speechless for a moment. "So you agreed to this...?"

"You've said it yourself. Our son-in-law can't be measured by common sense. He always has his reasons for doing things. He's grown up now; he must have thought this through. He wouldn't propose something randomly without a rationale. Since that's the case, let's respect his opinion. Besides, you always treat him like a child, worrying unnecessarily. Children have their minds. As parents, all we can do is support them. Let him try if he wants to go to the grassroots level now."

"But what if..." Han Jing started.

Han Zhenghe hesitated slightly but graciously replied, "If Director Dong has spoken, then I certainly have time. How about the evening of the second day?"

"Alright, I'll make a reservation at a restaurant then," Dong Xuebing said.

"No need, come to my house. I still haven't properly thanked you for my daughter's matter. I mentioned inviting you over for a meal last time. Better late than never. Come over and taste my wife's cooking," Han Zhenghe said, adding, "But don't bring anything, we don't do that here."

Dong Xuebing readily agreed, "Great, I'll visit tomorrow."

"Okay, it's settled. See you then," Han Zhenghe said before hanging up.

During the New Year, leaders were undoubtedly busy. However, for someone of Han Zhenghe's level to personally invite Dong Xuebing, a "junior leader," to his home for dinner indicated that he valued not just Dong Xuebing himself but also the background he represented. As the son-in-law of the Xie family, Han Zhenghe couldn't afford to neglect him, especially since Dong Xuebing had been instrumental in Han Fei's recent promotion.

Afterward, Dong Xuebing hesitated for a while before calling Fang Ping.

"Hello, Director Fang," Dong Xuebing said.

Fang Ping replied coldly, "What's the matter?"

Dong Xuebing smiled, "Just calling to wish you a happy New Year."

Fang Ping gave a non-committal "hmm" and said, "If there's something, just say it." She understood Dong Xuebing's style well.

Dong Xuebing continued, "No problem, just wanted to visit you in a couple of days to exchange New Year greetings. When do you think would be convenient for me to come?"

Fang Ping replied, "You're wishing me a happy New Year? Isn't that surprising?"

Dong Xuebing huffed internally but replied calmly, "You're my superior. It's only right to wish you a happy New Year. I won't impose for a meal. How about I come on the evening of the second day?"

Fang Ping remained indifferent, "As you wish."

"Alright, that's settled then. See you tomorrow," Dong Xuebing said.

Fang Ping wasn't keen on engaging further and promptly hung up.

Dong Xuebing didn't mind; his interactions with Fang Ping had always been like this.