The Strongest Master Venturing Urban-Chapter 164 Shaking the Mountain to Frighten the Tiger

Chapter 164: Chapter 164 Shaking the Mountain to Frighten the Tiger

It was Monday morning, and Chen Bin called Jiang Huai into his office.

"Have Mayor Lu and his team not come to work yet?"

"Not yet."

"Go and bring the deputy secretary of the Town Committee to me."

Soon after, Wei Kai was brought to the office by Jiang Huai.

Wei Kai smiled warmly at Chen Bin and asked.

"Secretary Chen, is there something you need from me?"

"Take some time immediately and go to Mayor Lu’s home on behalf of the Town Committee, and then report back to me."

"Alright, I’ll head over right away."

Wei Kai walked out of Chen Bin’s office and directly found Jiang Huai.

"That kid Chen Bin wants me to visit Lu Huisheng’s house on behalf of the Town Committee. What do you think? Should I go?"

"Lu Huisheng is clearly opposing Chen Bin. As long as he’s not foolish, he must be well aware of the situation. Since he told you to go, you should go. I’m curious to see how this young greenhorn handles Lu Huisheng."

"Alright, then join me!"

The two set out together and soon arrived at Lu Huisheng’s house.

At over forty years old, Lu Huisheng was noticeably overweight.

Sitting on the sofa, his face beamed with healthy radiance, and he appeared full of energy.

Seeing Wei Kai and Jiang Huai arrive, his expression remained utterly indifferent.

He didn’t even make the slightest gesture to engage in conversation.

Wei Kai, however, wasn’t embarrassed and asked with a concerned look.

"Mayor Lu, how’s your health?"

With a cold snort, Lu Huisheng responded with a strong voice.

"My head feels dizzy, and my whole body feels uncomfortable."

"What kind of sickness is it? Did you go to the hospital for a checkup?"

"I’ve been to the County Hospital, but they couldn’t find anything wrong."

Jiang Huai glanced around and quickly spotted a magazine casually placed nearby.

Its cover featured a foreign woman in a swimsuit boasting an alluring figure.

Noticing the bulge under Lu Huisheng’s waist, Jiang Huai sneered inwardly.

Spending all day at home reading this kind of stuff—no wonder he’s got dizziness!

At this point, Wei Kai chimed in.

"You can’t continue like this. How about I take you to the hospital in Tianhai City for an expert checkup? Since Tianhai is the provincial capital, the doctors there are more skilled."

"No need. I’m just tired. A few more days of rest and I’ll be fine."

Despite Lu Huisheng’s refusal, Jiang Huai joined the conversation.

"I also suggest you go to a major hospital for a checkup. Recently, several local leaders have fallen ill. If it’s something like the flu, it could at least..."

Lu Huisheng’s eyes widened sharply, and he cut in with a reprimand.

"What flu? Don’t spew nonsense around here!"

Though overweight, the intensity behind those small eyes was intimidating.

Most people wouldn’t dare meet his gaze.

When Jiang Huai dropped his head in silence, Lu Huisheng finally shifted his attention to Wei Kai.

"Who sent you here to check on me?"

"The newly arrived Secretary Chen. He asked me to report back after visiting you. Since you’re still recovering, take care. We’ll leave now."

Leaving Lu Huisheng’s house, on their way back to the Town Office, Jiang Huai asked.

"What do you think Mayor Lu is suffering from? It still seems pretty serious."

Wei Kai shot him a glance and retorted irritably.

"Why act pompous in front of me?"

Jiang Huai grinned, unbothered, and casually trailed behind Wei Kai.

Back at the Town Office, Wei Kai promptly relayed the details of Lu Huisheng’s situation to Chen Bin. freewēbnoveℓ.com

Chen Bin didn’t say much, merely nodding lightly.

A few more days passed, and still, there was no sign of Lu Huisheng or his team coming back to work. On Friday afternoon, Chen Bin called the County Committee Office.

Learning that Secretary Xue Baoguang was in his office, Chen Bin promptly had Cheng Zhuang drive him over.

Upon meeting, Chen Bin noted that Xue Baoguang’s height and appearance were strikingly ordinary.

If placed among a crowd on the street, he’d hardly draw anyone’s attention.

Smiling, Chen Bin stepped forward to greet him.

"Secretary Xue, hello. I’m Chen Bin, newly appointed Town Committee Secretary of Qinghe Town."

"You must be Chen Bin. You truly look like a talent!"

Setting down the document in his hand, Xue Baoguang warmly shook Chen Bin’s hand.

After sitting down on the sofa, the secretary immediately poured Chen Bin a cup of water.

Once the secretary had left, Xue Baoguang was the first to speak.

"You’ve been at Qinghe Town for almost half a month now. You should have a good grasp of the situation by now, right?"

"Mostly, yes. To be honest, Qinghe Town’s challenges are worse than I imagined."

With a slight nod, Xue Baoguang responded gravely.

"Qinghe Town represents a microcosm of Dragon Mountain County. Many people mock us for being poor but don’t understand the actual problems we face. But as long as we find solutions, poverty eradication shouldn’t be impossible."

To Chen Bin’s ears, this sounded almost meaningless.

Noticing his troubled expression, Xue Baoguang continued.

"I’ve reviewed your work history in Qingshi County. I believe with your intelligence, Qinghe Town is bound to progress under your leadership."

"Secretary Xue, you flatter me. But rest assured, I’ll work harder in the future to ensure I don’t let you down."

"Good. Young people should be bold and ambitious. If you face any difficulties in Qinghe Town, feel free to raise them. I’ll find ways to help resolve them swiftly."

Nodding, Chen Bin was waiting for this assurance.

Clearing his throat gently, he quickly said.

"I came here today because there’s something I’d like to bring to your attention."

"What is it?"

"Since my arrival in Qinghe Town, I’ve yet to see the mayor or several key leaders of the leadership team."

With a stunned expression, Xue Baoguang asked, "They haven’t been coming to work lately?"

"That’s right! They claim to feel weak and exhausted, yet the hospital couldn’t identify any health issues. I think they should be sent to the city hospital for treatment as soon as possible. To avoid interrupting work, replacements could temporarily take their place."

Hearing this, Xue Baoguang nodded inwardly.

Impressive. This kid has guts.

Faced with the collective defiance of Lu Huisheng and his team, he not only expressed dissatisfaction but also aimed to deliver a strategic blow.

The truth was that Xue Baoguang had long been aware of the faked illnesses by Lu Huisheng and company. Though infuriated, he hadn’t made it public.

After all, Chen Bin was an outsider parachuted in as the Town Committee Secretary—the youngest township leader across Dragon Mountain County.

He might either have genuine talent or be here as a politically connected appointee.

It now seemed evident he was the former.

Nodding, Xue Baoguang said with a hardened expression.

"Alright, the situation you’ve reported is critical. If Mayor Lu and his team are seriously ill, the county will take your suggestions into consideration."

"Then I won’t take up more of your time, Secretary Xue."

With those words, Chen Bin got up and took his leave.

Shortly after he left, Xue Baoguang immediately called Wei, the Disciplinary Committee Secretary.

"Several members of the Qinghe Town committee are simultaneously unwell. Please investigate what’s really going on. If it’s an infectious disease, they must be sent to the city hospital for treatment immediately..."