freenovelworld Chapter 418 Differentiation
Chapter 418 Differentiation
Ginger is still old and spicy.
"It's already happened. There's no point assigning blame." Qi Tongwei put away his smile and secretly released his aura. "Since everyone opposes it, let's just demolish this special garden. After all, respecting the religious beliefs and customs of our fellow ethnic minorities is something our Party has always emphasized."
Everyone in the hall was startled.
Old Master Guo was also shocked by Qi Tongwei’s words: No... this shouldn’t be the ending!
It took tens of millions of dollars to demolish some specialty gardens, and you just say you don’t want them?
Old Master Guo smiled awkwardly, "Secretary Qi, that's not what we meant."
"What does that mean?" Qi Tongwei asked back.
He has already seen through the old man's thoughts. He has laid so much groundwork just to get more benefits.
He can make concessions, but he won't do so easily, especially when someone uses such tricks. He can't retreat again and again. If he does, the old guy will be in big trouble, and who knows what kind of trouble he will cause next time.
"It's already been destroyed, so the meaning is irrelevant. To be honest, old man, the province just issued a flood warning, and the county's work focus needs to shift to flood prevention preparations. With Wayi Township in such a mess, why not just stop the work at the specialty garden and continue to pay everyone? That way everyone will be satisfied, and the county can save a lot of money for flood prevention work."
The initial investment for several specialty gardens in Wayi Township is more than 2,000 yuan, and subsequent planning such as road construction is required, with the total cost exceeding 50 million yuan.
If it weren't for political achievements, Qi Tongwei really wouldn't be in the mood to deal with this group of conservative people.
In the long run, it is more important to first improve the awareness and recognition level of the Wayi people, step by step. There is no need to force it on this generation, we can do a good job of education first.
If he really can't get it done, he can just ask Kong Village for help to save his face, so that it won't become an unfinished project and bring shame to him.
Old Master Guo was not going to do it. He just wanted to get some benefits, not really destroy the golden chicken. He could only pretend to be calm and said threateningly: "Secretary Qi, if you do this, it will not be good if the higher-ups blame you, right? Last time, even the governor came. It's not good for you to quit so suddenly."
Qi Tongwei laughed. This old guy even knew to use Liu Weimin to pressure him.
"It's okay. The province will definitely understand. After all, the opinions of our fellow Wayi people are the most important. The province and the county have a consensus on this point." Qi Tongwei turned the tables.
"Are you sure it won't affect you? You are so young, you can't get angry with everyone and do impulsive things, which will ruin your career. Besides, everyone knows they are wrong now. This old man thinks that everyone is confused for a moment and just needs a lecture." Old Master Guo didn't know why his mind was in a mess and he made no plan for his moves.
"No, no, no, old man, you are wrong. I, Qi Tongwei, have always put my personal development behind the people. As a party member, serving the people is more than just a slogan.
The idea of being angry is even more impossible. For the development of Wayi Township, I, Qi Tongwei, can say that I have a clear conscience.
However, after these two incidents, I also discovered my personal shortcomings, which is that I did not fully understand the real needs of the people. Therefore, I deeply realized my problem. After careful consideration, this time I chose to respect the villagers' own choices.
As for the confusion you mentioned? Old Master, this can't be solved by just saying "confusion". If you do, the county government will have to pay for all of this, and the taxpayers of Jiangchang County will have to pay for it. I don't think the county committee and I will accept that. Don't try to persuade us anymore, old man. You are the clan leader, and I respect you, but you also have to respect everyone's opinions, right?
Neither husband nor wife wants to live together anymore, so forcing them to stay together isn't a solution."
Old Master Guo was choked and speechless. He couldn't tell everything and say that he was the one who ordered it all.
Seeing that the talks were going nowhere, Old Master Guo decided to give in. "Secretary Qi, you're right. If you were wrong, you have to admit it. The government really can't pay for this. How about this? I'll have everyone raise money to renovate it."
"Renovate it? Are the villagers willing to pay for it? That will only make everyone even more angry and cause endless trouble. I think we should just forget it." Qi Tongwei waved his hand.
Qi Tongwei refused to accept the challenge, and now it was Old Master Guo's turn to get anxious.
If it is really demolished, the entire Wayi Township will become that quiet, inconspicuous and poor village again.
Old Master Guo said, "Okay, okay, I admit that we did go too far this time. On behalf of everyone, I apologize to you and the county committee. Secretary Qi, please tell me what our village should do to satisfy the county."
"Look, old man, you're wrong again. It's not about making the county unhappy, it's about how to satisfy the villagers. We should ask the villagers what they think and whether the county can cooperate. But I think it's difficult under the current circumstances. Everyone just wants to quietly receive a share of the imperial grain. Let's forget about getting rich."
Old Master Guo was so angry at Qi Tongwei that he could only quickly say, "Secretary Qi, now that everyone has been educated, they will definitely behave themselves in the future. I promise that this kind of thing will never happen again."
"You promise?" Qi Tongwei smiled and waved his hand. "You forgot what you promised me last time in the county party committee compound. Of course, I know the reason wasn't your fault. If everyone wants to make a fuss, you can't stop them, right?"
"Yes, yes, yes." Old Master Guo smiled awkwardly.
"So, as you can see, your prestige and influence as the clan leader are declining. We must find a way to address this problem. Speaking of which, I have an idea, but I'm afraid you won't agree."
"What idea? Tell me."
"These villagers have been causing trouble time and again. I think the problem lies in communication. Especially with the weakening of the clan leader's influence, people have resorted to violence to fight for their rights. There is only one way to solve this problem: we need to strengthen the connection between the county government and the villagers."
"How to strengthen it?" Old Master Guo was a little confused.
"Our clan leader's organizational model needs to be changed." Qi Tongwei revealed his purpose.
Old Master Guo's face changed. "Secretary Qi, so you were waiting for me here. I'm not confused. I remember that when China was first established, someone said that we should advocate for regional ethnic autonomy and exercise autonomous power..."
Qi Tongwei interrupted, "Grandpa Guo, please don't misunderstand me. I don't oppose regional ethnic autonomy. On the contrary, I support it. It's just that we should respond to the Party's call and support the rejuvenation of cadres.
We will keep the position of the clan leader unchanged, but we can add new village cadres and team leaders to serve as liaisons and bridges of communication.
Moreover, the people selected are young people from the Wayi tribe, and at the same time, more talents can be cultivated for the Wayi tribe.
Young people are energetic and smart, so it's more appropriate for them to drive the development of Wayi Township." He then pointed to the two young men behind Old Master Guo and said, "And there are many advantages to this. For example, the orphans of Comrade Xiang Li, according to regulations, cannot engage in politics, but we can actually make adjustments.
Start in the village and become a team leader or village cadre. Being a village cadre doesn't count as being in politics, but if you do well, you can still move up the ladder, killing two birds with one stone."