Reborn as a Noble's Son

The “Old Li” Elder Nan referred was Li Guohua’s grandfather and Li Jiangshan’s father. Unlike the Nie family’s strict discipline, the Li family adopted a more nurturing approach, leading to differences in the approaches of Nie Zhenbang and Li Guohua.

Nie Zhenbang relied on his own efforts to develop local government, garnering political achievements and hence capital for promotion. Meanwhile, Li Guohua preferred to leverage his own network and tactics. This was why Nie Zhenbang was driven to such a dire situation by Li Guohua.

Ultimately, this led to a significant error where the People’s Congress missed the allocated time for the election. This was a significant taboo. Being Secretary of the Municipal Committee, he was responsible for assuring this regardless, as higher level leaders didn’t care about public opinion. Failure to secure the election was the greatest mistake. How could one be a Secretary if they couldn’t even manage people?

After a pause, Elder Nan slowly asked, “Elder Nie, what do you suggest?”

Looking into the distance, Elder Nie stayed silent for a while before finally stating, “Transfer him out.”

What a brave decision to cut off one’s own arm. At this moment, Elder Nan had to admire the wise and decisive action of his older brother. Nie Zhenbang would be fine continuing in Xinli City with the support of their generation. However, it was apparent that Elder Nie was planning for his future. He knew his own health situation. How much longer could he live? One year? Two? After he was gone, it was uncertain if the Li family would cause trouble over this issue again, leaving Nie Zhenbang in a passive position.

But if Nie Zhenbang transferred now, at least this matter would have a conclusion. In the future, the Li family wouldn’t be able to use this issue against him again.

Thinking of this, Elder Nan also subtly smiled, “Any ideas for the new location?”

Elder Nie gently shook his head, a hint of a smile appearing on his face. “Not yet. It’s not easy finding a suitable place these days. I think we should revisit this in a few months.”

At this point, a trace of fortitude appeared on Elder Nie’s face. Both Nie and Nan were veterans from the war era. They didn’t exude an aura of violence but they were definitely relentless and decisive.

Seeing Elder Nie like this, Elder Nan hesitated a moment before saying, “Elder Nie, you can give up the Tieli case. With the introduction of the new leadership core, it’s inappropriate for our generation to continue participating. Let me handle this matter. After all, Zhenbang is my godson. This time, Old Li’s actions went too far. It’s nothing more than bullying the weak.”

The two old men, respected characters whose every move could make the entire Huaxia tremble, were chatting at the Beihe nursing home. No one knew their plans. Elder Nie would never reveal Nie Zhenbang’s next steps until confirmed.

Meanwhile in Xinli City, after questioning Nie Zhenbang for a night, the Xibei Autonomous Region Discipline Inspection Commission decided to release him straightforwardly.

For Nie Zhenbang and the Xibei Autonomous party committee and government, they had the strong support of Jiang Zhenquan and Li Yifeng. Tieli was temporarily unable to take action against Nie Zhenbang.

Two months later, the Central Organization Department issued a document to dismiss Tieli from the post of chairman of the Xibei Autonomous Region Government, and Adiljan Ehmet was appointed as the chairman.

This move had left the bureaucrats of the Xibei Autonomous Region dumbfounded. How influential was Nie Zhenbang? There was no punishment for him, and he had even managed to get Tieli dismissed.

Half a year passed in the blink of an eye. With the hindrance of Zhou Chen gone, the entirety of Xinli City was united as one. At the spring Canton Fair, Xinli City emerged with a brand-new appearance. This time, with previous experiences aiding in preparation, contracts worth nearly three hundred million yuan were signed, not from influential figures, but from bona fide private individuals.

The construction of Kuli Airport had been prepared four months ago, and construction officially began after an extravagant groundbreaking ceremony.

Furthermore, in May, the Xinli City Municipal Committee and Government officially moved to their new office. As the development of Xinli City deepened, Yun County’s economy was also rapidly developing.

In October, Nie Zhenbang completed his studies at the Autonomous Region party school. Upon receiving his completion certificate,

the Wal-Mart Hotel officially opened for business. Standing at 21 stories tall, the Wal-Mart Building had now become a landmark in Xinli City.

The new office building of Xinli City Municipal Committee and Government was a nine-story building, its design similar to that of the People’s Congress Hall.

The Municipal Committee and Government offices are divided according to the central axis of the main office building, with the left side serving as the office area for the Municipal Committee, and the right for the City Government,

At the very top floor, outside a door with a sign labelled “Secretary’s Office”, was Nie Zhenbang’s office.

Unlike his narrow previous office, the new office measured more than two hundred square meters. Upon entering, there was a vast office, about forty square meters in size, which served as the office of Secretary Yi Jun. Nearby, a set of sofa and coffee table beckoned, specifically for officials coming in for orientations or reports.

Pass this, one would then enter Nie Zhenbang’s office proper, a one hundred square meter space furnished with a large desk and large chair. It encapsulated the magnanimity of the current Xinli City Municipal Committee and Government. Behind the chair, a row of bookshelves bore an array of weighty tomes. Nie Zhenbang did not keep these books for appearances, he often flipped through them.

To the side of his office, there was a door leading to a bedroom with an attached bathroom and utility room which could be used as a kitchen for convenience during long work hours.

At this moment, Nie Zhenbang was sitting in his chair with reports of Xinli City’s economic data from the past eleven months spread out on his table. Xinli City’s performance this year outmatched last year’s, with the growth rate still maintaining above eighty percent which, for Xinli City was a much tougher achievement than the previous year.

Suddenly, Nie Zhenbang’s mobile phone on the table rang. He answered it and heard his grandfather’s voice:B “Zhenbang, are you busy?”

Upon hearing this, Nie Zhenbang was taken aback; his grandfather had personally phoned him. It was more than half a year since their last conversation, after the National People’s Congress election.

After the Congress meeting in March ended, there was the Canton Fair. Upon his return, several investors signed agreements, land was requisitioned, the Kuli Airport matter followed, then the relocation of the Municipal Government, renovation and reconstruction of primary and secondary schools in the former Yun County district, followed by party school studies. With all these successive matters to attend to, Nie Zhenbang hadn’t found the time to return to Jingcheng.

“Grandfather, why did you personally phone me? What’s the matter?” Nie Zhenbang was somewhat puzzled. If it were a matter concerning his grandfather’s health, he wouldn’t personally call. Plus, his grandfather sounded full of vitality over the phone, not at all like someone ill.

At this moment, Elder Nie didn’t beat about the bush and said directly, “Zhenbang, this time, I’m considering transferring you out. Prepare yourself mentally. You have half a month to think and arrange matters in Xinli City. If you have any problems, you can ask Li Yifeng to solve them. Then, return to Jingcheng.” After saying this, Elder Nie didn’t leave any room for Nie Zhenbang to respond and promptly hung up the phone.

Hearing his grandfather’s words, Nie Zhenbang was in a stupor. ‘Transfer you out,’ an obvious indication that he had to leave.

Although Xinli city was far from reaching his envisioned goal and state, now, Nie Zhenbang started to ponder. His grandfather’s words certainly held reason. Xinli City was the first stop in his career, a crucial period. From the fact that his grandfather suggested he seek Li Yifeng’s help with arranging things, it was apparent his grandfather knew this.

However, forcefully having him leave, there probably were still aftershocks from his erroneous vote in the NPC elections. Since being criticized by Li Yifeng, Nie Zhenbang understood this point could pose a major problem for him. His grandfather’s current actions were likely aimed to solve this blemish

At this thought, Nie Zhenbang immediately pressed down on the phone on his table and said, “Xiaoyi, inform Chen Le and Weimin. Let’s get together at my house tonight.”

After knocking off from work, Nie Zhenbang, unusually, did not put in overtime and personally cooked a luxurious dinner.

Bekri, Xie Yi, Yan Fengjiao, Lin Weimin, Li Lin, Chen Le, Fan Zhenming, Li Yan, Yi Jun, Huyan Apo and others had all gathered there.

Looking at everyone, Nie Zhenbang smiled slightly and said, “This afternoon, I received some news. I’m afraid… I can no longer continue my tenure in Xinli City.”

Upon hearing Nie Zhenbang’s words, everyone was shocked. Nie Zhenbang played an indispensable role in Xinli City. Suddenly hearing these words from him, everyone appeared incredulous.

Seeing their expressions, Nie Zhenbang seemed very open-minded. A faint smile remained on his face from beginning to end, “Why the long faces? All good things must come to an end. You should be congratulating me.”

Looking around at everyone, he slowly said, “Let’s get back to business. After I leave, Xinli City’s development path and policy must not be changed. Xinli City is the country’s experimental ground in sustainable development strategy, and plays a pivotal role in the formulation of national policies. I hope that everyone here can work together to ensure the continuity of these policies.”

After pausing for a moment, Nie Zhenbang added, “Before leaving, we should properly discuss some arrangements for after my departure.”

At this point, everyone involuntarily pricked up their ears. From Nie Zhenbang’s words, they all understood that this time, there might be opportunities for everyone’s advancement.