Hangdong Province.
Office of the Secretary of the Jinghai Municipal Party Committee.
A man in his thirties with handsome features sat at his desk, rubbing his temples.
“I can't believe I actually transmigrated, and I'm the Party Secretary. This is no small position.”
Xu Zhao was happy after receiving the memories of his predecessor.
In his previous life, he was just a small business owner, running a few internet cafes and fast food restaurants.
Forget about being the Party Secretary, even a city management captain or fire captain could give him a hard time.
He had to ingratiate himself with them and give them cigarettes.
“Zhao Lichun, Li Dakang, Gao Qiqiang, Meng Dehai… ”
One familiar name after another popped up from his memory.
This was a world where TV dramas had merged with reality.
Jinghai City, where Xu Zhao resided, was the same Jinghai City from *The Knockout*, belonging to Handong Province.
At only thirty-four years old, he had become the Party Secretary of the city.
Of course, he hadn’t achieved this entirely on his own.
In fact, Xu Zhao was once Zhao Lichun's secretary, and he had done many things for Zhao Lichun.
Gao Qiqiang's Strong Group had a vested interest in Zhao Lichun.
Before Zhao Lichun went to Beijing, he promoted Xu Zhao to the Party Secretary of Jinghai City, with the goal of having him continue to act as a bridge, channeling benefits.
“So, I'm on that broken ship.”
After figuring out his current situation, Xu Zhao felt a twinge of worry.
According to the plot, the Zhao Lichun Group would be basically taken down, and none of his former associates would have a good ending.
Even Zhao Lichun himself would eventually be subject to double-regulation.
Even knowing the plot, it wouldn't be easy to change things.
【Political Achievement System activating...】
【Activation successful.】
Suddenly, a pleasant, melodious voice, like that of a female broadcaster, sounded.
Xu Zhao's heart jumped with joy.
He opened the system.
“As long as you achieve political achievements, you will receive rewards!”
The system's functions were simple and straightforward.
It also came with a newbie gift pack.
He opened the pack.
【You have obtained a Pure Yang Pill.】
【Pure Yang Pill: Consuming it can strengthen the body, prolong life.】
Xu Zhao retrieved the pill.
He looked at it carefully in his hand. It was a crystal-clear, yellowish-brown pill, emitting a faint medicinal fragrance.
Just smelling the fragrance made him feel refreshed.
Without hesitation, he swallowed the Pure Yang Pill.
After entering his stomach, the pill quickly dissolved, releasing a gentle force that spread through his limbs and body.
Xu Zhao felt his spirits soar and his body brimming with energy.
After ten seconds, the medicinal power was completely absorbed. His body was noticeably stronger.
Xu Zhao had exercised regularly, but his routine was basic, involving running and badminton.
This kind of exercise didn't build much muscle.
After consuming the Pure Yang Pill, his bones and muscles were noticeably stronger, his previously loose suit was now a bit tight.
His skin condition, especially his face, looked much better.
Xu Zhao grabbed a mirror to take a look and found that the dark circles under his eyes had completely disappeared.
He looked refreshed and energetic, appearing five or six years younger.
“The newbie benefits are already this good, if I achieve some political achievements, there will definitely be even better rewards.”
Xu Zhao was instantly brimming with energy.
His mind was filled with plans for economic development.
The first priority was the internet industry.
Just as he was lost in thought, the phone on his desk suddenly rang.
Xu Zhao waited for it to ring three times before picking up the phone. "Hello, who is it?"
A familiar voice came from the other end. “It’s me, Li Dakang.”
Xu Zhao chuckled. “Secretary Dakang, what can I do for you?”
Li Dakang politely said, “You forgot, we discussed the Science and Technology City project before. You said Jinghai City wanted to invest too. Are you free today? You can come and visit our Science and Technology City.”
Xu Zhao thought for a moment and said, “I'm free. What time?”
Li Dakang replied, “Before work ends tonight, or even after I’m off work, you can come.”
Xu Zhao chuckled and said, “As a senior, you work too hard. How are we juniors supposed to compete with you?”
Li Dakang also chuckled. “I can't help but be diligent. Jingzhou City's economy needs to develop, the people need to eat, what's a few extra hours of work?”
Xu Zhao said, “Okay, I'll try to arrive before work ends.”
Li Dakang said, “I'll be waiting for you then.”
After some pleasantries, they hung up.
Xu Zhao muttered, “Li Dakang is indeed a capable officer, but I'm going to build my own Science and Technology City, I won't play with you.”
The reason his predecessor wanted to invest in Li Dakang's Science and Technology City was because he didn't have the ability and wanted to ride his coattails.
This approach wasn't bad either, willing to sacrifice face, not bad at all.
But Xu Zhao had the information advantage from his previous life. He had no need to cooperate with Li Dakang.
He just couldn't directly refuse due to his predecessor's words.
He'd go and see for himself.
…
Around eight o'clock in the evening.
Xu Zhao and Li Dakang had just come out of the Science and Technology City.
Li Dakang was still talking endlessly about his vision and plans, hoping to gain Xu Zhao's approval.
If Jinghai City cooperated with him, the success rate of his project would be much higher.
Xu Zhao nodded in agreement from time to time.
But his expression was a bit indifferent.
Li Dakang's mouth was dry from talking. Seeing that Xu Zhao wasn't very enthusiastic, he frowned and said, "Secretary Xu, I've said so much, what do you think?”
Xu Zhao thought for a moment and said, “Honestly, your plan is very good, it has a lot of potential if it's done well.”
Li Dakang didn't have precognitive abilities, but his foresight was very good.
He also realized that the internet and information technology were the trends of the future.
So, he established this Science and Technology City with the theme of internet, big data + industrialization.
If he could pull this off, it would be a major political achievement.