MTLNOVEL Chapter 615 - 571: The Wind and Clouds are Stirring _1
Chapter 615: Chapter 571: The Wind and Clouds are Stirring _1
September 1st, 1999.
The “Hope Daily” published an editorial – Carrying forward the past and opening a new era, creating the great cause of prosperity; carrying on the past and opening the splendid chapter of Huaxia.
The article pointed out that in the twenty years since the reform and opening up, our country’s economy, society, culture, and science and technology have developed vigorously. Now, it has become an undeniable force in the world’s diversity. Under the leadership of the Party Central Committee and the State Council, we are closely united around the Party Central Committee with President Yuan as the core, pioneering and innovative, and contributing to the cause of socialism.
This article can be regarded as an affirmation of President Yuan’s two terms in office, an acknowledgment, and at the same time, it is also the final preparation and a warm-up for the 15th National Party Delegates Congress to be held three days later.
September 2nd
Delegates from all over the country arrived in Jingcheng in succession, grouped into delegations by their respective provinces. Tianmen Square had already been decked out in a splendid manner. Fifty-six yellow and red-themed pillars stood in Tianmen Square, each wound around by a golden dragon, representing the unified harmony of the fifty-six ethnic groups in the nation.
The afternoon of September 2nd
The Hucheng Daily published an editorial highly praising and evaluating Comrade Li Jiangshan, secretary of the Hucheng Municipal Committee. The article pointed out that since Li Jiangshan took office as secretary of the Hucheng Municipal Committee, Hucheng’s economy has developed rapidly. Now, Hucheng’s economy has overtaken the Donggang Special Zone and has become the economic center of our country and the world’s financial center. Hudong New District and Lujiazui Financial District are making noise at home and abroad.
“Dad, this is today’s Hucheng Daily. Overall, the other news is irrelevant. I think the most important thing in here is this article glorifying Li Jiangshan.”
In the Jingcheng Military General Hospital, inside a high-level ward that looked like a two-bedroom suite. The ward is fully equipped with furniture and appliances. However, the bedroom holds a complete set of medical equipment. Cardiac monitors, oxygen, suction tubes, and other things you would find in the hospital ward were present, even more complete.
At this moment, in the master bedroom, Yang Shengli sat on the side, while Elder Yang lay half-reclined on the bed. Compared with before, Elder Yang had become much thinner, and his mental state was not good.
Listening to Yang Shengli’s words, Elder Yang now opened his eyes and said in a low voice, “I have aged, aged. I didn’t expect that Old Li, who has always been careful all his life, is now starting to take risks.”
Yang Shengli also nodded, respectfully responded, “Dad, this can be foreseen. Among the Li family’s generation, only Li Jiangshan is reliable, but under the influence of Zhenbang, Li Jiangshan’s son, Li Guohua, made such a big scandal. Elder Li sent Li Guohua abroad in a fit of anger, but this delayed Li Jiangshan. Now, if Li Jiangshan still can’t make a move, then he will not have any hope this time. The Li family this time will be completely out.”
The term “out” does not refer to the departure in sports competitions. Here, “out” refers to the dismissal from the political bureau.
If a family does not have anyone in the political bureau, then everything is over. The opponents will never let go of this opportunity. If a politicians’ family does not even have a single political bureau member, it signifies the beginning of decline. To stand up again, I’m afraid, they’ll be shattered even before the next term. An alliance? It’s unreliable at this time. A married off daughter is like spilled water. At most, she can ensure food and clothing, but the idea of gaining entry is as hard as reaching for the sky.
“Ah! A family can bring both success and failure. The Li family is probably finished this time.” Elder Yang sighed. At this point, Elder Yang had a feeling of empathy. His lifelong adversary, his lifelong partner is gone, and Elder Yang felt a pang of grief.
If the Li family wants to avoid dismissal, this move is risky. From the central level, undoubtedly, the style of the Li family is challenging the bottom line of the central government. It is like a palace coup! Using public opinion pressure to force the central government to compromise. This sort of thing, I’m afraid the first to disagree will be the elder leaders.
“Dad, this time, will you attend the party congress?” Yang Shengli asked from the side.
According to the customary, people like Elder Yang, who belong to the national elder level rank, usually attend such conferences.
Elder Yang, at this moment, waved his hand and said, “I probably won’t attend.”
At this time, the room door was pushed open from the outside, and the doctor, clad in white, walked in: “Chief, it’s time for your rest.”
No matter who it is, no matter what position they are in, at this point, doctors are the most important. Many old cadres and generals in Jingcheng have no temper in front of their health care doctors. Drinking, smoking, even rest—everything is strictly timed. This is the life of the old cadres. These elders are, in fact, living more for the state than for themselves at this point.
As the Yang family was discussing this matter, the Forbidden City also welcomed a visitor in Elder Nan’s courtyard, the soon-to-be-retired Secretary-General of the Central Committee, Yuan Kangan.
Clearly, the matter of Hope Daily was aimed at the central authorities. At this moment, Yuan Kangan was also somewhat indecisive. It was a year of change, and he needed to tread carefully. The whole nation was restless, and they could not afford any carelessness. A single mistake could lead to an unrecoverable disaster.
“Elder leader, what do you think?” Yuan Kangan was patient, waiting for Elder Nan to finish reading the Hope Daily before he started speaking.
Over the years, despite careful care from health-care doctors, Elder Nan’s health had greatly deteriorated. Listening to Yuan Kangan’s words, Elder Nan fell silent for a moment, then said, “Comrade Kang An, ideological work in the military is of utmost importance. We must grasp it well.”
With that, Elder Nan turned to his personal secretary on the side and said, “Xiao Zhang, it has been a long time since we last invited Comrade Li Chunan for dinner. Why don’t you arrange it for me tomorrow?”
These words seemed irrelevant. But in reality, Elder Nan’s intention was already expressed. Li Chunan was, in fact, the patriarch of the Li family. When Elder Nan invited him for dinner, naturally, it wouldn’t simply be just a meal. Currently, only Elder Nan had the standing and prestige in the country to do so.
At this moment, Yuan Kangan also stood up and nodded, “Elder leader, I understand what I should do. Please rest assured.”
September 3rd
In the morning, Secretary-General of the Central Committee and Chairman of the Central Military Commission Yuan Kangan inspected a group army of the Jingcheng City Military District. After observing the military exercise and training of the group army, Secretary-General Yuan Kangan also made a speech.
He highly praised the people’s army for their strong ideological qualities and outstanding military technologies, describing it as a team capable and willing to fight tough battles. Ideologically, they maintain the overall situation and follow the Party’s command. They are a qualified army.
At Elder Nan’s residence, under the shade of a tree, a stone round table was set with a set of tea sets. With the top-quality dahongpao, Elder Nan seemed very pleased at the moment, pouring a cup for Li Chunan himself, then said, “Chunan, it has been ten years since we last had tea together, hasn’t it?”
Taking the teacup personally handed over by Elder Nan, Li Chunan also smiled and said, “Elder leader, you still remember.”
Elder Nan laughed heartily at the moment, waved his hand and said, “Although I am old, my memory is still very good and not confused in the least. Chunan, I heard that you have been somewhat agitated recently. That’s not good. The latecomers excel the old, even Yuan Kangan’s generation is stepping down. We, refusing to let go, is a form of irresponsibility to the nation and the ethnic group. Children and grandchildren have their own blessings. It is time for you to rest.”
Hearing Elder Nan’s words, Li Chunan’s face also showed a touch of melancholy. Elder Nan’s intentions were very clear. You should not get involved in Jingcheng affairs anymore.
These words were definitely not a joke from Elder Nan, Li Chunan was very clear about Elder Nan’s character. That kind of military aura honed on the battlefield, as well as Elder Nan’s massive prestige in the country, are not something he can compete with. If he really does so, there is only one outcome for the Li family, utter annihilation.
Compared to losing a Politburo position, although the Li family might fall due to this, it is still better than complete destruction. The cruelty of political struggle was clear to Li Chunan. Despite the intimate friendship between Taizu and his close comrade-in-arms, Shuangmu, in the end, he still passed away abroad.
After a moment of silence, Li Chunan seemed to have aged by ten years and nodded, “Elder leader, please rest assured. I know what to do.”
When he left Elder Nan’s place, Li Chunan was somewhat confused. As soon as he got home, Li Jianghe was already there to greet him, whispering, “Dad, you’re finally back. Today, the national television reported that Yuan Kangan went to inspect the Jingcheng City Military District.”
This sentence startled Li Chunan. He sighed, realizing that Elder Nan was still on guard against him. At this time, Yuan Kangan’s inspection of the military expressed a clear meaning, it was a warning to him and the Li family not to go too far. If the Li family insisted on being stubborn, the military wouldn’t just stand by.
Thinking of this, Li Chunan waved his hand and said in a low voice, “Forget it, forget it. One can’t defy fate. I, Li Chunan, have meticulously planned all my life but ultimately, I have been defeated by a young boy. Old Nie, you have a good grandson.”
Having said that, Li Chunan’s steps seemed a bit faltering as he walked into the study. Outside, Li Jiangshan had just come in and looked at his father’s back, he asked perplexedly, “Jianghe, what’s going on? Why did dad suddenly fall ill?”
Hearing Li Jianghe repeat their father’s words, Li Jiangshan also fell silent. This time, he had completely lost hope. (To be continued. If you like this work, welcome to give recommendation votes and monthly tickets on qidian.com. Your support is my biggest motivation.)