Reborn as a Noble's Son-Chapter 490 - 450 Opening Ceremony_2
Chapter 490: Chapter 450 Opening Ceremony_2
In the Eastern five provinces, the team leaders were basically either the governors or the secretaries of the provincial committees. The inaugural Eastern Development Forum held high expectations in all the five eastern provinces. This was also the reason why each province valued this so much.
On October 5th, around six in the afternoon. At this moment, the LiangXi JiangNan Airport, which just changed from a military airport to a civilian airport, has not undergone any modifications yet, everything still maintained the state of a military airport.
At this moment, there were about twenty people standing in the airport apron. All members of the leading group of Jiangbei Provincial Committee, plus the provincial and ministerial leaders who participated in this exhibition from the five Eastern provinces. Facing such a gathering, Nie Zhenbang and Fan Changsheng, as the two leading figures in Liangxi City, were merely accompanying at the very end.
With Eastern Airlines’ plane slowly circling overhead, it gradually landed under the command of the tower, stopping in the center of the apron where a gangway car had already followed. Shen Xiuchao, a member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee, Vice Chairman of the State, Secretary of the Central Secretariat, and Principal of the Central Party School, was the first to walk out of the cabin, followed by Gao Xuan, Chief of the Central Office, State Councilor Bu Ze’an, Director of the Foreign Trade and Economic Commission Liu Shichu, and others.
Next, Vice Chairman Shen greeted and shook hands with everyone there, eventually arriving at Nie Zhenbang, he paused and smiled, “Comrade Nie, Very nice. I saw the construction of Liangxi City on the plane, and it’s impressive.”
This scenario left all the provincial and ministerial leaders present somewhat gaped. However, those people, given their ranks, knew many things. They fully understood Nie Zhenbang’s identity.
In their hearts, there was a common thought. This young man, not so simple, the grandson of Elder Nie, the third generation of the Nie family prioritized for training. Once highly regarded by Elder Nan, later, also deeply favored by Secretary General Yuan. Now, even Vice Chairman Shen regarded him differently. This young man’s fortune was simply too strong.
Shen Yanshuo’s expression became somewhat awkward. Nie, the very person the Li family strived to suppress, was treated differently by Vice Chairman Shen. What was going on?
At this moment, Nie Zhenbang remained composed, neither arrogant nor alarmed. He nodded steadily, “Leader, you flatter me. This is the merit of the Liangxi City Committee team. I alone am far from enough.”
At this moment, Vice Chairman Shen laughed heartily, turned to Shen Yanshuo and the others, “Very good, very good. Comrade Nie has such a broad mind and unites the team. Indeed a thoughtful person.”
As a Vice Chairman, Shen Xiuchao going so far was already considered taking care of Nie Zhenbang. This was partly due to Nie Zhenbang bringing up the three agricultural issues. Because, Shen Xiuchao believed, Nie Zhenbang was truly a talent. As for the matter of overthrowing Li Guohua, Shen Xiuchao also felt that Nie Zhenbang went a bit too far.
At the moment, Nie Zhenbang’s status did not yet reach the level that would have Shen Xiuchao fully backing him. As for Nie Zhenbang’s future and how far he could go, that still largely depended on himself.
At this time, it was also a crucial period for Shen Xiuchao. Despite there being no more suspense, within the system, until the last moment when the suspense is unveiled, no one dares to confirm what might happen. The Li family saw this point and appeared so reckless.
The group firstly proceeded to the small reception at the Liangxi City Committee. The place where Vice Chairman Shen and his party were staying was arranged here at the small reception, in courtyards one to four. The leaders of other brother provinces and cities were arranged in the presidential suites of the Liangxi Grand Hotel and Jinding Hotel. These were meticulously studied by the Jiangbei Provincial Committee.
In the hotel, there were sure to be many inconveniences. Even if there were dedicated elevators, it would be the same. In a small reception of the City Committee, it was secluded and security arrangements could be made more effectively.
In the restaurant of the small reception, Vice Chairman Shen, along with other guests, enjoyed dinner under the reception of the Jiangbei Provincial Committee. This time, Nie Zhenbang and Fan Changsheng no longer had the qualification to accompany them.
After dinner, the group rushed to the venue of the opening ceremony of the Eastern Development Forum —— LiangXi City Sports Center.
At this moment, the sports stadium that could accommodate more than twenty thousand people was already overcrowded, and outside the venue, there were armed police and public security officers dispatched from the province.
After Vice Chairman Shen and others entered the venue through the exclusive passageway and took their seats on the specially arranged podium, the director of the gala, a deputy minister of the Provincial Committee Propaganda Department, nodded knowingly and signaled. As soon as it was eight o’clock, four hosts, two borrowed from the national television station and two from Jiangbei TV Station, had already walked onto the middle stage.
But, now wasn’t the time for them to appear on stage; Nie Zhenbang had already walked to the side of the command stage by the rostrum, saying into the microphone, “Now, please stand up, raise the national flag and play the national anthem!”
This ceremony was essential for the large-scale activities hosted and organized by the government. After this round of procedurals, Nie Zhenban announced again, “Next, please welcome Shen Yansuo, member of the Standing Committee of Jiangbei Provincial Committee and secretary of the provincial party committee, to give the opening speech.”
After Nie Zhenbang’s words, Shen Yanshuo stood up from his seat and walked onto the command stage with a speech in hand, he exclaimed, “Respected Vice-Chairman Shen Xiuchao, respected Director Gao Xuan, State Councilor Bu Ze’an, Director Liu Shichu, leaders from brother provinces and cities, comrades, and friends, today, we gather in joy…”
After he finished his long and elaborate speech, Nie Zhenbang once again ascended the stage and announced, “Next, please invite National Vice President, Secretary of the Central Secretariat, and Principal of the Central Party School, Comrade Shen Xiuchao, to declare the opening of the forum.”
At this moment, Shen Xiuchao stood up. Naturally, a microphone that could be switched on and off was placed in front of him. “I declare that the Huaxia Eastern Five Provinces Development Forum is open!” declared Vice-Chairman Shen, the powerful and composed figure he cut exuding an impressiveness.
With Shen Xiuchao’s words echoing, there was deafening cheer in the venue. Immediately afterward, tens of thousands of balloons rose into the air from the spectator stands. At the same time, the majestic opening music struck up, as extra spotlights illuminated the four hosts on the stage.
Yang Jun, the famous host from the national television station, passionately said at that moment, “The winds of reform blow across the land, and the eastern coastal areas have become the vanguard of our country in the reform and opening up and economic construction. Today, we have once again ushered in the great opportunity of Eastern development. It is the joint efforts of the five provinces and cities in the east that have made today’s grand occasion possible. Now, please enjoy the dance brought to you by the Jiangbei Province Dance Troupe, Jiangbei welcomes you!”
The magnificent songs and dances, as well as the fabulous performances by first-line stars from the Mainland, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, made the gala a great success. On the podium, Vice Chairman Shen chatted with Chief Executive Tong of Donggang Special Administrative Government from time to time, the ever-present smile on his face hinting at his pleasant mood.
At midnight, as the bell rang, a ring of cold flames lit up like a waterfall around the stadium. In the middle of the stage, the Eastern Development Forum, several large characters drawn out with fireworks, were particularly striking.
Seeing this, Nie Zhenbang felt a lot of relief. The opening ceremony was successful, and now he would have to see the effect of the forum. He himself had received information from the provincial committee recommending him to study at the Central Party School. He suspected that his time left in Liangxi City wouldn’t be much. (To be continued. If you liked this work, please come to qidian.com to vote for it. Your support is my greatest motivation.)
