Some leaders have a rather aggressive style of doing things, with everything revolving around GDP. As long as GDP can be improved, they dare to do anything.

Even though they know that doing so may have great repercussions, they act regardless of consequences.

Because everyone understands that as long as GDP rises, it looks good on the surface, and they can get promoted sooner.

As for the problems left behind by this city, let the leaders who come after worry about them. It's not their concern.

This result-oriented attitude has indeed led to the rapid development of some cities for a considerable period, but it has also left behind many difficult issues.

There are other leaders who are more pragmatic, but pragmatism often means that results are not immediately visible.

These leaders, in contrast, do not get promoted.

In their view, Qu Xiangru is the former.

He only cares about immediate benefits; as long as the metro can be built, it doesn't matter even if all the city's land is sold off.

They naturally wouldn't judge whether Qu Xiangru's actions are good or bad, as they don't care anyway.

Besides, with such a big project, they can also use the opportunity to make a little profit.

Thus, the Lingjiang metro project was unanimously approved.

The City's approval is just the first step.

Next, they need to submit it to the province, where the Provincial Development and Reform Commission will report to the Provincial Committee for discussion.

This step may take as little as a month or as long as a year and a half.

Normally, once approved by the city, the province generally doesn't hold it back.

Moreover, Qu Xiangru himself is the Executive Deputy Governor, so once the city approves it, the project is essentially confirmed to be approved.

Before the meeting ended, Qu Xiangru instructed everyone not to leak the news until the project is officially approved.

After leaving the meeting room, Wu Qiangwei sent Song Guanchao a text message: "The metro project has been unanimously approved, you can leave tomorrow."

So soon?

The Youth Class training starts on Monday, but everyone must arrive at the Provincial Party School by Saturday.

Initially, Wu Qiangwei only required him to arrive by Monday, so strictly speaking, he wouldn't be late.

After replying to Wu Qiangwei's text, Song Guanchao called Lin Min, Director Zhao, and Director Yang to come for a meeting.

Lin Min hurried over and was a bit surprised to see Director Zhao and Director Yang.

Then she realized it was only the three of them.

"Sit down."

Song Guanchao invited them to sit and spoke directly: "I will go to the province tomorrow for a three-month Youth Class training."

The three were shocked; they had no prior knowledge of this.

Soon, they showed a look of envy; after all, it's the Youth Class!

Song Guanchao said: "During my training, Lin District Chief, you'll be responsible for the district's affairs."

"Summarize the daily workload and send it to me by midnight."

"If there's anything important, call me directly. If I don't answer, send me a text message."

Lin Min couldn't help but pause.

Is he asking me to temporarily serve as District Chief?

But… operationally and rhetorically, Liu Zhonghe, the Executive Deputy District Chief, should be the one in charge when Song Guanchao isn't around.

Skipping over Liu Zhonghe, how would Liu Zhonghe feel?

Lin Min felt conflicted, biting her lip, and said: "District Chief Song, why not let Mr. Liu handle it?"

Song Guanchao countered: "Why?"

Lin Min answered: "He is the Executive Deputy District Chief..."

Song Guanchao asked: "Do you feel you lack capability? Or are you unwilling to take responsibility?"

"No, I just think..."

"Think I'm trying to mess with your relationships?"

"No, no, I don't mean that," Lin Min hurried to explain, "I just thought it doesn't seem right."

"There's nothing wrong with it."

Song Guanchao said: "Although I haven't been District Chief for long, I've got a general understanding of you all. I have my own scale of balancing who's doing actual work and who's just passing the time."

"Among the few deputy district chiefs, you seem quite competent."

"If you are worried about affecting your colleagues' feelings, I won't seek you out for matters in the future."

Lin Min suddenly realized that during this period, whenever Song Guanchao had a matter, he would reach out to her.

This showed his trust in her.

At the same time, it indicated that she was gradually gaining his recognition.

This time, as he was leaving for training, entrusting her with the responsibilities of District Chief showed both his regard for her and his intent to test her abilities.

Lin Min thought she was really foolish to still be concerned about potential conflicts with Liu Zhonghe and others.

The opportunity for advancement was right in front of her. What she needed to do was to seize it with all her might!

As for Liu Zhonghe and them, if she offended them, so be it.

After figuring this out, Lin Min immediately said, "Rest assured, District Chief Song, while you are at training, I'll handle the district's affairs well."

"Hmm."

Song Guanchao nodded; this woman wasn't too foolish after all.

Then he spoke to Director Zhao and Director Yang, saying: "The metro project has been approved by the city. Once the Provincial Development and Reform Commission approves it, we can start construction."

"Other districts haven't received the news yet. Once the approval notice comes, they will still need to investigate and confirm the metro route."

"We're ahead of schedule and can start construction directly."

"After the project is approved, Lin District Chief, you need to cooperate with Director Zhao to progressively sell off the land."

Lin Min looked at him in confusion: "Metro?"

Director Zhao reminded: "District Chief Song, it seems Lin District Chief isn't informed yet."

"Did I not tell you?" Song Guanchao thought for a moment; he indeed hadn't told her.

So he gave a brief explanation.

Lin Min's jaw dropped slightly, somewhat amazed.

Lingjiang is actually going to build a metro!

Moreover, it seems Song Guanchao was among the first to know.

They, Tongchi District, are also the first to start planning the route.

Lin Min suddenly felt that having Song Guanchao as District Chief was a good thing!

His relationship with the two secretaries of the City Committee is too good.

Any major issues in the city, Song Guanchao is always the first to know.

Being close to power brings opportunities to use power.

Like this time, Tongchi District was the first to come up with the metro route map.

So when the metro project lands and other districts start creating their route maps, they must refer to Tongchi District's map as a central point.

This is the advantage.

And then there's the land auction!

Lingjiang's five districts are not small.

While building the metro will increase land prices, there's an order to things.

Tongchi District being the first to build the metro will make developers feel that "Lingjiang is centered around Tongchi District."

Thus, during land auctions, they will prioritize land in Tongchi District.

Moreover, Song Guanchao himself has done plenty of preparation work, so while others are still planning the metro routes, Tongchi District has already started auctioning land.

This is the advantage of information.

Quick in one step, quick in every step!

"You all go about your business."

Song Guanchao stood up and walked out. When he returned from the bathroom, he found Lin Min still in his office.

"Anything?"

Song Guanchao casually asked, and as he rounded the desk to sit down, he noticed Lin Min's shirt collar area was open quite a bit.

The full curve was mostly revealed, and her ample bosom was particularly noticeable.

Lin Min lightly agreed, leaning forward a bit, and said: "District Chief Song, do you have time tonight?"

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