Chapter 59

Standing to one side, Han Li secretly rejoiced that the person caught was actually Chu Tianyu's buddy. If he had continued to defy, he would have been in serious trouble. He walked over with a smile, patted Zhang Wei on the shoulder, and said, "I'm sorry, it's like the flood has washed into the temple of the Dragon King, hehe, this is what they call no fight, no acquaintance."

Chu Tianyu, with a stern face, said, "Director Han, you don't need to worry about this matter. When I came over, I saw a few suspicious guys trying to steal at the factory gate. Take your people to deal with it."

Han Li stood at attention again, "Yes!" Then he waved his hand and led several police officers to the factory gate.

Sure enough, when the police ran over, the few guys at the factory gate scattered like swallows.

Zhang Wei was a bit puzzled. He couldn't understand why the aggressive Han Li suddenly became so gentle in front of Chu Tianyu.

Chu Tianyu secretly gave Zhang Wei a nod and said, "Brother Wei, go and persuade the guys to back off. We can discuss other matters later."

After calming down in the police car with handcuffs, Zhang Wei also felt that making a big fuss would be counterproductive. Although he still didn't understand Chu Tianyu's intentions, he was determined to follow his lead: listening to him was the right choice.

The laid-off workers, seeing Chu Tianyu come and Zhang Wei be released, gathered around to ask questions.

Zhang Wei didn't give too many explanations and worked with Tan Yufen to persuade the laid-off workers.

The cause of the incident was a protest against the instrument factory's restructuring. However, when the laid-off workers saw Zhang Wei being taken away by the police, they became agitated and blocked traffic. Now, seeing Zhang Wei released, their anger subsided.

Chu Tianyu then pulled Zhang Wei to the crowd surrounding the city leaders and began to persuade them one by one.

Meanwhile, officials from the Beihu District Committee and the Yanjiang Street Office also arrived at the scene. Especially the old and young women from the street office, who were familiar with the laid-off workers from the instrument factory, pulled and dragged the people blocking the street to the side.

Soon, the crowd surrounding the police car gradually dispersed.

On the other side, the confrontation was still tense.

Deputy Mayor Yi Haitao was patiently explaining to the surrounding workers.

Jian Ruoming, Huang Roshan, and Hao Jiancheng stood beside him, also earnestly persuading them.

Tang Yifu had already left the scene.

With the Deputy Mayor present, he was happy not to get involved in this mess.

Wu Shicai and Yi Haitao had a face-to-face conversation. He repeatedly explained the wishes of the laid-off workers from the instrument factory, hoping to protect their rights to the greatest extent during the restructuring, provide them with job opportunities, and improve their living conditions.

Yi Haitao immediately instructed Jian Ruoming and Huang Roshan to carefully review the restructuring plan of the instrument factory upon their return, ensuring that the rights of the laid-off workers were not harmed.

Hao Jiancheng was the first to notice that the crowd surrounding the police car had dispersed. He thought Han Li had intimidated the laid-off workers and quickly reported to Yi Haitao, "Mayor Yi, the work on that side is done."

Yi Haitao looked in the direction he pointed and saw a young man moving through the crowd, persuading the laid-off workers to disperse.

"Who is that young man? Which unit does he belong to?" Yi Haitao couldn't help but ask.

Huang Roshan, speaking before Jian Ruoming, said, "Mayor, he is a staff member of our SASAC office."

"Oh, good. He has strong emergency response capabilities." Yi Haitao nodded and asked, "What's his name?"

Jian Ruoming and Huang Roshan answered simultaneously, "Chu Tianyu."

Hearing this name, Hao Jiancheng was startled. He wondered if Hao Shuang had provoked this person the other night. He never imagined that an ordinary staff member of the SASAC could mobilize military forces to support him.

Chu Tianyu and Zhang Wei gradually dispersed the crowd and moved closer to this side.

Seeing Chu Tianyu calm and composed, Yi Haitao secretly liked him. His secretary, Wang Shaolei, noticed Yi Haitao's expression and understood his thoughts, so he quietly took note.

With the persuasion of Chu Tianyu and Zhang Wei, the outer crowd began to move. Most of these people were just there for the spectacle. Seeing the genuine laid-off workers from the instrument factory step aside, they also dispersed.

The road was clear, and the crowd dispersed.

At this moment, Chu Tianyu let out a long sigh, realizing his back was drenched in sweat and his voice was hoarse.

Yi Haitao said, "Please have Comrade Chu come over."

Before Wang Shaolei could move, Huang Roshan quickly walked over, took Chu Tianyu's hand, and led him to Yi Haitao.

"Comrade Chu, come and meet Mayor Yi."

Chu Tianyu was startled and quickly said, "Mayor Yi, hello."

Yi Haitao shook Chu Tianyu's hand and warmly said, "Comrade Chu, you've worked hard!"

Chu Tianyu was secretly delighted, never expecting to have the opportunity to meet and shake hands with the Deputy Mayor in such a situation. However, he thought it was inappropriate to show his joy. Huang Roshan, Jian Ruoming, and the police leaders were all present, and any credit should be theirs.

He couldn't risk making these leaders unhappy for a moment of joy, which would cause him pain for a lifetime.

Chu Tianyu paused, then said in a humble manner, "Mayor... if it weren't for the support of the Public Security Bureau, I don't know what would have happened. Besides, if it weren't for the measures taken by Director Huang and the specific deployment by Director Jian, I wouldn't know what to do..."

Yi Haitao laughed, "Good, young man, keep up the good work!"

Wang Shaolei, seeing Chu Tianyu's performance, felt even more favorably towards him. This person was indeed extraordinary. He didn't become arrogant or boastful after receiving praise from a high-ranking leader, understood the limits of his actions, and was adept at gauging the leaders' thoughts. Such a person was worth befriending.

After the matter was resolved, Yi Haitao shook hands with everyone and said goodbye. Chu Tianyu stood behind Huang Roshan, Jian Ruoming, and Hao Jiancheng, watching Yi Haitao and Wang Shaolei get into the car.

As soon as the mayor's car left, a TV interview van also sped away.

Chu Tianyu suddenly remembered the familiar back he had seen when he arrived, which was likely Xiang Wanqing, a reporter from Qingyuan TV.

Returning to the SASAC, it was already lunchtime.

Huang Roshan asked Jian Ruoming and Chu Tianyu to go to the canteen for lunch, saying not to disturb Director Guan's rest and to report in detail in the afternoon. He then turned and ran to Guan Haoyu's office, enthusiastically reporting his achievements.

Huang Roshan used a strategy of first suppressing and then praising, describing the incompetence of the instrument factory's leadership and highlighting his heroic act of leading people to seize the banner. He then lightly mentioned that after Jian Ruoming and Chu Tianyu arrived at the scene, the crowd dispersed and the road was cleared, presenting himself as the hero of the crisis management.

Guan Haoyu was more concerned about, "What were the attitudes of Deputy Mayor Tang and Deputy Mayor Yi?"

"After Deputy Mayor Yi arrived, Deputy Mayor Tang had to leave due to other matters," Huang Roshan added. "Deputy Mayor Yi praised us, saying that the SASAC leadership was highly valued and had a strong sense of the big picture, and the comrades sent had strong emergency response capabilities."

Guan Haoyu understood Huang Roshan's intentions, knowing that the facts were likely different from his description.

If Huang Roshan had handled the situation effectively, Tang Yifu wouldn't have needed to call for reinforcements from the SASAC, and the city wouldn't have needed Yi Haitao to intervene. Clearly, the situation was stabilized after Jian Ruoming and Chu Tianyu arrived at the scene.

"Ah." Guan Haoyu sighed in relief and asked, "Old Huang, how did Chu Tianyu perform?"

"His performance was quite good, much better than Qi Daguang," Huang Roshan said, not knowing Guan Haoyu's intentions, and took the opportunity to vent his dissatisfaction with Qi Daguang.

"Old Huang, let me brief you. Before sending Jian Ruoming and Chu Tianyu, Ouyang Meimei suggested that if they could calm the laid-off workers, they would be promoted to deputy section level. I want to hear your opinion on whether we should fulfill this promise."

"About this..." Huang Roshan was unsure of Guan Haoyu's intentions and didn't know how to respond. If he supported fulfilling the promise, it would indirectly negate his own achievements. After hesitating, he said, "I personally think this doesn't quite align with the principles of cadre appointment."

Guan Haoyu nodded and called Ouyang Meimei, who was having lunch, to his office.

After hearing Huang Roshan's opinion, Ouyang Meimei immediately said, "I agree with Director Huang. Handling such a major event is a collective effort. Chu Tianyu and Jian Ruoming just did their part. It can't all be their credit. I was just saying it off the cuff, it can't be taken seriously."

Ouyang Meimei didn't blush at her backtracking.

Guan Haoyu made up his mind.

Since it was a private promise and not a resolution of the party group, even if Jian Ruoming and Chu Tianyu had any thoughts, it could only be considered a casual suggestion by Ouyang Meimei in a moment of urgency, not to be taken seriously.

In the afternoon, Huang Roshan called Jian Ruoming to formally report to Guan Haoyu.

Huang Roshan spoke first, emphasizing the on-site command by the city government leaders, Guan Haoyu's wise decision, and the cooperation of the public security department. He only mentioned Qi Daguang's heroic injury, Ye Ping's and Chu Tianyu's communication with the laid-off workers, and the successful completion of the crisis management task, which received praise from the city leaders.

Huang Roshan's report completely downplayed Chu Tianyu's significant role, turning it into a bureaucratic report where everyone had a share of the credit.

In his supplementary remarks, Jian Ruoming couldn't completely ignore Huang Roshan's contributions but emphasized Chu Tianyu's work in personally engaging with the laid-off workers, resolving conflicts, and dispersing the crowd. He fully affirmed Chu Tianyu's sense of the big picture and his ability to handle emergencies, hinting that Chu Tianyu had the capability to take on more responsibility.

Sitting in his office chair, Guan Haoyu naturally understood Jian Ruoming's hints. However, besides praising everyone present, he expressed heartfelt concern for Qi Daguang and made no mention of the promise to Chu Tianyu.