morning.
County Party Committee Courtyard.
After getting the news, Dong Xuebin sighed and walked to the window, opened it to get some air, lay there and lit a cigarette, not knowing what he was feeling.
sad
Worried about County Magistrate Jiang
Do you still have any regrets
Well, maybe it’s all of these.
If I had used REVERSE to give the elderly some time to retreat, maybe County Magistrate Jiang’s father could live a little longer, and Magistrate Jiang could stay with his father for a few more days. But now it’s too late to say anything. Life, old age, illness and death, even if it’s Dong Xuebin’s Ability is not omnipotent. He cannot make everyone in the world live a long life, nor can he make everything develop according to his expectations. Some things have happened, and the only choice is to accept them. Dong Xuebin only hopes that Jiang Sister can withstand this blow and recover as soon as possible.
Not long after.
Most people in the compound were convinced.
From upstairs, Dong Xuebin heard many people going out to eat talking below. He turned around and called Yao Cui with a phone call.
A few minutes later.
The door opened and Yao Cui pushed it open and came in, "Xuebin, County Magistrate Jiang's father... ugh."
Dong Xuebin was silent for a while and said: "What do you do with the idle things here?"
Each place has different values and customs, so Dong Xuebin asked.
Yao Cui said: "It's almost the same, but I heard that when County Magistrate Jiang's husband passed away, nothing was done. He was cremated and then scattered into the sea. Everything was kept simple."
"What about money? How much is appropriate?"
"County Magistrate Jiang may not accept it. It seems that he didn't accept it that time."
"Let's talk about it then. It's always right to come out prepared first."
"Okay, then when do you think we will arrive?"
"Well, you should put it aside for the afternoon. I'll call you when you're done. Let's go to the hospital together. I'll ask Secretary Pu and the others."
"Okay, then I'll go back and change my clothes first. The upper body is red, so it's not suitable."
Dong Xuebin nodded and waited for Yao Cui to leave. He called Pu An and Jian Xiangrong again, and after communicating with them, he decided to go there now.
Went downstairs. Dong Xuebin first sent Yao Cui home to change clothes, and then went to the courtyard to pick up Secretary Pu and Minister Jian. When the car stopped and waited for people, Chu Peng, secretary of the Political and Legal Committee, also went downstairs. He didn't say anything at first glance and went straight up. After getting into Dong Xuebin's car, Secretary Pu and his wife and Minister Jian and his wife came after a while. Because the car could not fit, Pu An asked someone to drive another car. It took a few people to set off to the hospital.
…
County hospital.
When Dong Xuebin and the others arrived, they found that the car of County Party Secretary Meng Rui was already downstairs. As for other lower-level cadres, they obviously couldn't come at this time. The only ones who could come immediately were relatives of County Chief Jiang's family. and some higher-level county leaders.
upstairs.
The old man is still in the ward.
Just walked into the corridor. I heard crying in the distance, many people.
At this time, Secretary Meng and Secretary Zhang Feng had already walked out of the ward. When Dong Xuebin, Pu An and the others saw it, everyone nodded slightly.
There were some relatives of County Magistrate Jiang in the ward, and the old man was already cold. People of all ages gathered around the bed, and several women were crying.
Jiang Fangfang was not seen.
I don’t know where County Magistrate Jiang has gone.
Dong Xuebin and the others bowed a few times but didn't say anything. Everyone was in a bad mood at this time and it would be inappropriate to say more. Just come. Pu'an's wife, on the other hand, seemed to know the old man, and she burst into tears immediately. Jian Xiangrong's wife also turned red when she saw him.
Over there, several hospital staff came in, "The car is here, isn't it..."
"Wait a minute, my aunt hasn't arrived yet." A girl said while crying. It seemed that she was talking about Jiang Fangfang's mother, but she did not see her.
All present were family members.
Dong Xuebin, Pu'an and the others did not stay any longer.
After going out, Dong Xuebin saw Sister Jiang's secretary Li Xiaona walking over from a distance.
"Secretary Li." Dong Xuebin called her.
Pu'an and the others also asked, "Where is County Magistrate Jiang?"
Li Xiaona said in a low voice: "County Magistrate Jiang went to pick up mother."
Jian Xiangrong and the others asked a few more questions, very concerned about Jiang Fangfang's condition.
After Li Xiaona finished speaking, she looked at Dong Xuebin and said, "County Magistrate Dong, could you please lend me a moment?"
"Okay." Dong Xuebin followed Li Xiaona to a corner of the corridor, "What's the matter?"
Li Xiaona said: "County Magistrate Jiang may not be able to come to the work next week. She asked me to tell you that you have to worry about the county government affairs. Let me act as an agent first. If something happens, you can just make a decision. There is no need to consult Jiang County." I'm sorry, we can wait until County Magistrate Jiang finishes his business."
Dong Xuebin nodded heavily, "Okay, I understand."
Li Xiaona said in a bad mood: "Then I'll go first?"
Dong Xuebin hummed, "You are busy with your business."
Dong Xuebin is the executive deputy county magistrate of the county government - the second in command. If the first leader has something to do, the second in command will naturally handle the overall work.
After going back, they met up with Pu An, Jian Xiangrong, Chu Peng and others. After discussing with them, they all went back. If they had nothing to do, they would come back then.
On the road.
Pu'an and his wife took Dong Xuebin's car.
Later, Secretary Pu’s wife was still in a sad mood, with tears hanging from the corners of her eyes: "What a kind old man, he left so early."
Pu An lamented: "Birth, old age, illness and death are inevitable for everyone."
His wife said: "Xiao Jiang's life is also hard. Her lover passed away, her father passed away, and her mother's illness... Oh, God is so blind!" She said worriedly: "No, I have to take a look at it tonight. Xiao Jiang, go, she needs someone to accompany her." Since Pu An leaned towards Jiang Fangfang, his wife has become closer and closer to Jiang Fangfang. Of course, they may have had a good relationship before.
"People have to keep vigil at night. It's a busy time. What are you going to do?"
"I'm worried about Xiao Jiang." Compared to men, women are always more emotional.
Pu An patted her hand and said, "Don't worry, County Jiang is much stronger than you think. He won't be knocked down by these blows."
His wife stopped talking, wiped her tears for a while, and then said: "God is really unfair to Xiao Jiang. Lao Pu, Xue Bin, if you have single friends, hurry up and get one for Xiao Jiang, otherwise she will be alone How to live, it’s so hard, I don’t know how she survived all these years.”
Pu An shook his head and said, "It's not like I haven't asked Magistrate Jiang before, but she doesn't seem to have any intention of remarrying. You, don't worry about it."
His wife refused to listen and said to Dong Xuebin: "Xuebin, your friends are all young. You must help Xiao Jiang look for her. I feel bad looking at her."
"Okay, sister-in-law." Dong Xuebin felt distressed and said, "I'll keep an eye on it."
Secretary Pu's wife said: "Try not to get divorced, and don't be too old. After all, Xiao Jiang is only in his thirties. I think it would be suitable to find someone in his thirties. If not, a little younger than Xiao Jiang." Du Cheng, I think thirty is about the same. By the way, the conditions at home are the best and better. Xiao Jiang has become the county magistrate at such a young age. His future development will definitely be much better than that of my family, Lao Pu. I must find a good eldest sister. Apparently motherhood is overflowing.
Pu An said helplessly: "You can do it. County Magistrate Jiang has his own affairs in mind, so you just worry about it. Are you Xiao Jiang's mother?"
His wife was unconvinced and said: "I am her sister! What's wrong?"
Pu An said to Dong Xuebin: "Don't listen to her Xuebin, it will only cause chaos."
"Actually, what my sister-in-law said is right." Although Dong Xuebin felt a little awkward, he still felt that getting married was a better choice for Jiang Fangfang. At least having someone to accompany him could alleviate some of the loneliness, "But it still depends on County Magistrate Jiang. I mean, if she thinks it's okay, I'll go and ask. I know some people in Beijing, and there are quite a few singles, and the conditions are good. Well, if County Magistrate Jiang doesn't like it, forget it. "
Seeing what Dong Xuebin said, Pu An said: "Look at County Magistrate Jiang."
His wife said: "Xiao Jiang may not be able to save face by not saying anything. When the time comes, I will mention it to her and see how she reacts."
After sending them back to the family home, Dong Xuebin did not go home, but drove away again.
Pu'an Jian Xiangrong and the others also knew that Dong Xuebin should be busy. The county magistrate was away, so he would definitely be asked to take charge of the work of the county government. There were a lot of things.
…
afternoon.
County Party Committee Courtyard.
Dong Xuebin also bought food when he drove back, but after going upstairs and entering his office, he had no appetite after two bites. He was still worried about Jiang Fangfang and wanted to call her, but he didn't know how to comfort her. He could only smoke there alone, looking a little anxious. Now Dong Xuebin knows that his feelings for Sister Jiang are no longer the feelings between leaders, subordinates or friends, otherwise he would not miss her so much.
Boom boom.
There was a knock on the door.
Dong Xuebin raised his head and said, "Come in."
The person who entered the room was Ma Bin, director of the county government office, holding some documents in his hand. "County Magistrate Dong, the cases submitted by the departments below were originally waiting for County Magistrate Jiang to handle, but after calling Secretary Li, she said All to you.”
"Okay, let me take a look." Dong Xuebin took it and scanned it one by one. Obviously he couldn't make a decision easily, so he put it aside. "I will approve it later."
Ma Bin said: "There is also the location selection for the dormitory project..."
Dong Xuebin thought about it and said: "Just follow what I said last time. You report it to the county committee, and we will negotiate for the land after a while and start construction as soon as possible."
"Sure, I'll go then."
After a while, the phone rang.
The call was from Deputy County Magistrate Ci Boyang, seeking Dong Xuebin's opinion on a case. In fact, both of them were members of the Standing Committee of the County Party Committee. Even if Dong Xuebin's position was one level higher than his, it would not be much higher. However, Dong Xuebin now represents Jiang Fangfang. Ci Boyang naturally wanted to say hello to him.
Dong Xuebin also experienced the feeling of being a county magistrate. He was not idle all afternoon, and the phone calls and knocks on the door almost never stopped.
Dong Xuebin did not feel a sense of inflated power, and his mood was still focused on Jiang Fangfang in the distance. RQ