As the head of the office, Feng Changhai always regarded serving Director Li Zhonghua as his top priority. No matter what Li Zhonghua needed, as long as he could deliver it in time, he would never let anyone else do it.
In front of outsiders, Feng Changhai was eloquent and handled various situations with ease, making him a formidable office director. However, once he pushed open the door to Li Zhonghua's office, Feng Changhai immediately became like a primary school student. He approached Li Zhonghua's desk with a light step and said respectfully, "Director Li, here are the materials you requested."
Li Zhonghua, who was working, raised his eyes and gave a nonchalant "hmm" without any expression. After taking the documents, he didn't read them immediately but asked casually, "Is there anything new recently?"
Feng Changhai's mind was working rapidly. In an instant, he realized that Li Zhonghua had called him for more than just the documents. He was also interested in the discussions about the deputy director of the finance department.
"Director, recently, everyone is eyeing the position of deputy director of the finance department. I've heard that many people are trying to use their connections," Feng Changhai said slowly, observing Li Zhonghua's expression. Seeing no signs of impatience on Li Zhonghua's face, he knew he had made the right judgment.
"Director, the one who is most active in this matter is Li Runda from the service company. I heard that he went to Director Zhao's house the night before last," Feng Changhai added. Although Li Runda always smiled at him, Feng Changhai didn't mind stepping on him at this critical moment. After all, this guy had once tried to trip him up during the competition for the deputy director position. Now, the tables had turned, and he couldn't let this opportunity slip away!
Li Zhonghua remained silent, and the office became eerily quiet. Fortunately, Feng Changhai was used to Li Zhonghua's coldness, so although he appeared nervous, he was actually quite calm inside.
"How is Xiao Cheng doing?" Li Zhonghua picked up the document, glanced at it, and suddenly changed the subject.
"Xiao Cheng is doing well. He is actively preparing for his rural assignment," Feng Changhai replied, surprised by the sudden change in topic. He quickly added, "Director, Xiao Cheng is highly regarded by you."
Li Zhonghua nodded. "I'm going to the provincial party committee to report to Secretary Liu. Keep an eye on things here."
Although Li Zhonghua's words were brief, they reassured Feng Changhai, who smiled and nodded. "Director, I will report to you immediately if anything happens."
Just as Feng Changhai thought the meeting was about to end, Li Zhonghua's expression suddenly turned extremely stern, and he glared at Feng Changhai. "Feng Changhai, what's this report material?"
This question made Feng Changhai feel as if his soul had left his body. He looked at the furious Li Zhonghua and wondered if there was a typo in the report.
Years of experience as an office director had taught Feng Changhai a crucial principle: all mistakes are his, and all correctness belongs to the leadership. Therefore, he straightened up and said with deep regret, "Director, I failed to review it properly, causing an error. Rest assured, it won't happen again!"
"You bastard, what is this paragraph? When did I ever ask you to add this to the report material?" Li Zhonghua pointed at the table, almost shouting.
Feng Changhai followed Li Zhonghua's finger and saw the paragraph began with: "List flood control and dredging as a key task for the year, and carry out the work on the Changle River in a planned and orderly manner..."
"Director, didn't you ask us to add this?" Feng Changhai quickly defended himself.
If it were just a typo, Feng Changhai would have admitted it immediately to calm the leadership. As an office director, he had to have the capacity to handle all kinds of unpleasant situations. However, he couldn't admit to this long paragraph, as it would reflect poorly on his work attitude. If the leadership thought he was careless, his years of hard work to build a responsible and meticulous image would be in vain.
Li Zhonghua was so angry that he was trembling. He pointed at Feng Changhai and said, "I asked you to add it? Bring me the original draft, and let me see where I added it!"
"I'll get it right away!" Feng Changhai, feeling utterly helpless, rushed to get the draft.
"Call the office." Li Zhonghua pointed to the phone on his desk, his voice cold.
The office responded quickly. In just a minute, Deputy Director Dong Huacheng ran in with the original draft. He handed it to Li Zhonghua respectfully, his face serious but secretly pleased.
"Look at this draft. Where is this paragraph?" Li Zhonghua pointed at the draft, his expression cold.
Although Li Zhonghua was no longer furious, his coldness made Feng Changhai even more awkward. He knew Li Zhonghua's character well; if he shouted at him, it would be fine, but when he ignored him, it meant trouble was coming.
Feng Changhai read the draft twice, word by word, and found no such paragraph. How did this paragraph end up in the draft? Thoughts raced through his mind.
It was Cheng Jemin who told me!
Suddenly remembering the words Cheng Jemin had conveyed, Feng Changhai broke into a cold sweat. He quickly said, "Director, I remember now. Cheng Jemin conveyed this to me, saying it was your instruction."
Li Zhonghua looked at Feng Changhai coldly. If his gaze could turn into a sword, Feng Changhai was sure he would be pierced through. However, he couldn't show any guilt and stared back at Li Zhonghua.
After reading the paragraph again, Li Zhonghua recalled the conversation with Cheng Jemin. Wasn't this what Cheng Jemin had said?
Cheng Jemin, you are really bold to add things to my report. Li Zhonghua felt an urge to slam the table and curse.
"Director, I'll call Cheng Jemin in." Feng Changhai, now more concerned about clearing his name, didn't care about his relationship with Cheng Jemin. This matter could cost him his position as office director.
Li Zhonghua was about to agree when he noticed the clock on the wall. It was almost time to report to Secretary Liu at the provincial party committee. He couldn't be late.
"Prepare the car, we're going to the provincial party committee!" Li Zhonghua grabbed the phone and instructed his secretary.
Li Zhonghua's actions made Feng Changhai feel a chill. As the office director, Li Zhonghua usually asked him to notify the driver. Now, by making the call himself, Li Zhonghua was showing his deep dissatisfaction with Feng Changhai.
"Director, I'll prepare a new version of the material for you as quickly as possible. I'll have it ready in five minutes," Feng Changhai suggested hesitantly.
"What's the point of redoing it? The material has already been submitted to the provincial party committee. Secretary Liu has a copy. If the report I present is different from what was submitted, how will the leadership view me?" Li Zhonghua's emotions finally burst out, and he pointed at Feng Changhai's nose, shouting.
Watching the car drive away, Feng Changhai's face was dark. He never expected to stumble on such a matter. Although the issue wasn't directly his fault, if Li Zhonghua blamed him, his position as office director would be in jeopardy.
What should I do? What should I do now? Damn Cheng Jemin, you can't drag me down with you.
Dong Huacheng stood by, his face expressionless but his heart filled with joy. He thought, "I've been wondering how to deal with you two. Now you've come to me on your own."
Since you're asking for it, why should I be polite? You, Cheng Jemin, think you're so great? This time, I'll show you. With this resolve, Dong Huacheng stepped up to Feng Changhai and said, "Director Feng, making such a big mistake is unacceptable. If we don't take strong measures, how will Director Li view our office?"
Although Dong Huacheng's face was serious, Feng Changhai knew he was gloating. In the past, he would have put this guy in his place, but now, he felt powerless.
Moreover, he was already at a disadvantage. Even if he tried to suppress Dong Huacheng, it would only bring him more humiliation. After a moment's thought, he nodded. "Director Dong, you take charge of investigating this. Find out the cause of the error, and we'll make a serious self-criticism to the leadership together."
Together? Damn Feng Changhai, you enjoy the benefits alone, but now you want to share the blame. Although he cursed in his heart, he said, "Director, I'll investigate this and give you a report."
Watching Feng Changhai leave in a daze, Dong Huacheng's eyes fell on Cheng Jemin's office. He felt a sense of power and control!
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