Chapter 2389 - 2389: Arrival at Linxi Town

So, next, will there be political struggles at the township level, faction forming, comings and goings, and so on?

Liu Zhizhong has these questions in his heart, but it's just as a matter of course. Without these, can it still be called grassroots? Haha...

From top to bottom, the whole system is more or less the same, right?

Since it will happen, let's just wait for it calmly, shall we?

If I can't even manage a township, then all the knowledge I've gained and political experience and wisdom I've accumulated would be for naught.

Liu Zhizhong is not in a hurry to rush the journey, driving at a normal speed, arriving in Linxi Town on time is no big deal.

His new car is still quite eye-catching on the road, with plenty of power, strong balance, and a comfortable driving experience. Truly a great car for daily commuting, and also great for camping and fishing. Delightful~~~

With money, you can equip yourself; with good equipment, you can enjoy life, there is absolutely nothing wrong with that.

Although the company's account is frozen, Liu Zhizhong and Yu Haiping's personal accounts aren't frozen yet, so spending money is extremely convenient.

Even though dividends can't be distributed, it's not important. The account unfreeze is just a matter of time, right? Liu Zhizhong isn't short of money at the moment, delightful~~~~

However, what Liu Zhizhong is somewhat concerned about is: what's the situation with the information inquiry from Mr. Zhang Qidong? It's been quite some time without a reply, hasn't it?

Of course, he's embarrassed to call and ask now. Better to get his inauguration matters settled first!

The Wang Family's downfall is certain, but how it will play out will be a long process, right?

Anyway, investigating a big shot usually takes a long time, at least three to six months, maybe one or two years! After all, there are many issues involved here, haha…

This journey, from national to provincial roads, and then to county and rural roads, well, the further you go, the more the mountains loom and the poorer the roads become.

Of course, Liu Zhizhong's car is good, so it's not a major problem.

On the way, there were a few instances where large trucks or cement mixers needed to reverse to give way, so some congestion is normal.

Especially passing through two townships, because it's market day, the congestion was quite severe, but Liu Zhizhong's car has a 360-degree warning radar and panoramic imagery, so scratches and bumps can be completely avoided.

Upon entering Linxi Town's boundary, oh my…

Liu Zhizhong was faced with narrow traffic lanes, and he felt truly sentimental.

With high mountains and long roads, and skies high and emperors distant, the saying proves true.

In fact, over the years, no city or district leader has bothered to inspect Linxi Town.

The roads are really bad, mountain conditions harsh, and leaders are reluctant to endure hardship deliberately!

These days, those who refuse to eat bitter hardships are fools!

As for developing traffic, it seems unnecessary to extend roads to Linxi. Without mineral resources, no industry, and lacking significant agriculture, poverty is the word, why spend money on roads?

Road construction should come with benefits, no profit, why even light a lamp?

Linxi seems like forgotten land by city and district authorities, where those with no political future or who are suppressed and marginalized are exiled, serving as minor officials, doing meaningless work until retirement. That's basically its function.

Economic development in such a town, producing something of note, is quite difficult indeed, haha…

However, Liu Zhizhong, along his journey, has his own ideas, and quite hopeful ones.

A promising young man in adversity always has the potential to make a comeback, doesn't he, haha…

When Liu Zhizhong arrived in Linxi Town, it was market day there too. Although it was past 10:30 in the morning, the streets were still bustling with people and vehicles.

After all, Linxi, as a border town in the city, sees villagers from the neighboring townships of the nearby city also coming to the market, doing small businesses. Its micro-economy is pretty decent.

With Linxi as a large town of thirty thousand permanent residents, the daily demands for living supplies are considerable.

Of course, a town that relies solely on consumer spending will only break even in the long term with no development prospects. Without major economic projects and bodies for support, that's just it. Moreover, most people in town still reside in rural fields, lacking time to shop in town.

Plus, the population comprises mostly left-behind elderly and children, not much to talk about in terms of consumption.

The younger ones? Of course, they're out working, making a living. Those who've made it or have some money buy homes and settle in the city.

Put it this way, Linxi Town used to have over sixty thousand permanent residents. Now, post-town and county merges, it has just thirty thousand. The population decline is rather severe!

Liu Zhizhong's luxury car struggled forward, starting and stopping, ensuring safety, yielding to pedestrians and agricultural vehicles. Anyway, rural folks on market days do as they please, not really following traffic rules, not caring if you're a mayor or what, they go their own way. Even if you drive a luxury car, they won't recognize you, and if they don't give way, they just don't. What can you do?

When Liu Zhizhong's car reached near the town committee government, it was just around eleven in the morning.

Seeing the government premises here, he felt quite sentimental.

It's pretty old, with surrounding walls enclosing three low red-brick buildings in the shape of a Chinese character "pin".

The parking lot inside is full of parked cars.

When Liu Zhizhong's car reached the gate, the security guard stopped it.

But upon seeing the order, oh, it's the new Mayor Liu, quickly let him through, even helped Liu Zhizhong find a parking space inside the courtyard!

Interestingly, after searching for a long time, they couldn't find a single parking space, haha…

Liu Zhizhong also noticed that despite the town's economic backwardness, and most of the leadership stuck here are the discontented ones, there are indeed some luxury car brands in this yard, Mercedes, BMW, Audi, they're all present!

Well, never underestimate the township's Party and government cadres, there are crouching tigers here, and of course, there will be hidden dragons, hehe…

As a result, Liu Zhizhong's car had to be driven back out of the courtyard to park by the roadside.

The gatekeeper seemed a bit embarrassed, saying, "I'm sorry, Mayor Liu, it's market day, some folks came to handle affairs, so their cars were also let in, haha…"

Liu Zhizhong said it's no big deal, facilitating the public is one of our responsibilities!

Then, under the gatekeeper's guidance, he headed directly to the small auditorium at the government side. As the gatekeeper said, Secretary Yang and others were there waiting for him, and the town's Party member cadres' meeting, which is essentially Liu Zhizhong's welcome ceremony, had to be held today.

Since it's all about procedure, let's just follow procedure...