Chapter 18 Winter Garden

"In this winter vegetable garden, apart from radishes and cabbage, it seems that it is really difficult to do anything. [Ran^Text^Library] []”

The voice woke up Yan Bonian, who was bending over to loosen the soil, and when he looked back, he saw that Zheng Ming was standing behind him, and he couldn't help but put down the small shovel in his hand in surprise, walked out of the vegetable garden quickly, and said with a smile: "Why did you come here, you old man, and you didn't say hello in advance." As he spoke, he looked at Bai Fengshou who was standing next to him complainingly.

"Don't complain about Lao Bai, he was also temporarily dragged by me from the hospital." Zheng Ming smiled and relieved Bai Fengshou, "Fusheng stole half a day of leisure, come and see the old hermit of Zhishi Pastoral Garden, take the true scriptures, and prepare for retirement and retreat in the future." ”

"Although the countryside is good, there is no yellow oriole singing, no qin and song, and the autumn dew is cold and white." Yan Bonian was very interested, shook hands with Zheng Ming and Bai Fengshou successively, took Zheng Ming's hand and walked into the house, until he was polite and let go of the sofa.

"A few days ago, the old leader was hospitalized, and it was easy to catch up with an opportunity to be courteous, but he left before noon, so he didn't disappoint!" Zheng Ming smiled meaningfully and said to Zhang Wanfen, who came in with the dishes: "The old couple live here, it is clean and clean, but it is still inconvenient to come out and go in, especially if there is a headache and brain fever, it is really not good to have no personal care." ”

"I still have to ask him, and the people arranged by the agency have let him, the old man, go." Zhang Wanfen glared at Yan Bonian with a smile, and said softly to Zheng Ming: "It's also convenient, and the children come over often, it's all good." ”

"What do you want to do?" Yan Bonian responded to his wife's dissatisfied looks, and looked at Zheng Ming with a little seriousness, "Drivers, health doctors, secretaries, waiters, there are several, there must be a place to rest in the office, and there must be a place to eat. ”

"There are not many people like the old leader, and some people are scrambling for treatment and supporting services, as if they have these identities and statuses to be embodied." Bai Fengshou easily grabbed the conversation and interjected.

"The old leader is a great wisdom, and he is really a clever move to give up samadhi. What you get when you're young, you need to give it up when you're old. It's like traveling, along the way, everything that should be and shouldn't be carried on your back, all put in your bag, and if you don't know how to choose, you can only be crushed to death by the last straw like a camel. ”

Zheng Ming sighed from the bottom of his heart, as if he was saying to Bai Fengfeng, and as if he was talking to himself, "The reason why the old monks in the ancient temples in the deep mountains can live a long life is because they have given up all the burdens that have nothing to do with life and practice, and only a collar robe, a string of prayer beads remains, and the worldly wealth is a passing cloud, and only the faith and pious heart in the heart are precious treasures that can follow them for a long time." ”

"You two don't praise my old man in harmony, I'm not so indifferent, and I'm not so detached." Yan Bonian took Zheng Ming's words with a smile and said slowly: "I am just a retired old man, quietly opening up some wasteland and growing some vegetables here, not so high luxury, just to live a few more years without illness or disaster!" ”

"But it's hard to be a hermit, and it's hard to have a true hermit! After all, the countryside is easy to find, and the mood is not at ease" Yan Bonian looked at Zheng Ming, sighed and said: "Jiang Ziya is still fishing alone in Luoshui at the age of seventy, because he has seen the eloquence and strategy of Zhou Gong, otherwise he can only die of old age in Luoyi, or he will return to the real Zhishi with a fake retreat." Uncle Boyi and Brother Qi are really reclusive, eating wild millet in the mountains of Zhongnan, and sleeping in hunger and cold belong to business, this is the real hermit. The Seven Sages of the Bamboo Forest, how many people died in the Bamboo Forest in the end? Zhuge Kongming is ploughing Longzhong, don't you still want to plough the world? And without the recommendation of the masters, Wolong is afraid that it may still be a grass dragon in the countryside. Therefore, seclusion is only a way to sell at a price, and it is also a strategy for officials, and the closed environment of ancient times, as well as the blockage of information and communication, have created this unique cultural and career phenomenon. In today's society, you try, let alone retreat, even if you stay in the hospital for a few months, there will be nothing. Now it's like catching a train, if you don't catch up this time, there may be no car to take you to your destination, even if you are lucky enough to get on the next train, maybe the daylily will be cold at the destination. The present era is not a society of thinking and strategizing, but an era of hurrying. ”

"The old leader pierced all the window paper, and he said that he was cold in his heart." Zheng Ming praised Yan Bonian's words, but he didn't know how to answer, so he could only change the topic, "Speaking of daylily, I heard that my sister-in-law's famous Haidong dish 'cabbage prawns' is the best, I don't know if I can have this oral?" ”

"It's too much," Yan Bonian knew that Zheng Ming had something to say, so he readily agreed, "What Haidong famous dish is, in fact, it is just the simplest way for ordinary people on the seaside, just to satisfy their stomachs." ”

Yan Bonian looked at Zheng Ming and Bai Fengshou's eyes, and then said: "Your sister-in-law is from the Haidong Seaside, and the fishermen are bitter!" Now go to the beach to travel that beautiful! Blowing the sea breeze, taking a sea bath, and then facing the sea for a romantic lyricism, relaxed and comfortable, how not to make people envious. But it was the seaside in summer, the most beautiful season, to the most beautiful place, of course, there will be the most beautiful mood and feelings, but what the seaside is like in winter, no one pays attention, and few people know. The cold sea breeze, the humid air, the difficult life, where the romance and beauty come from, there is a difficult life and hard work. The rugged reefs by the sea, as well as the severely salinized soil, produce very little in the field, and it is not an exaggeration to say that it is pitiful, and now people regard it as delicious seafood, which is what people must eat every day. ”

"The so-called beasts in the mountains, swallows in the clouds, cattle and sheep on the land, seafood is at the end, and there is a saying that 'flying in the sky, running on the ground, jumping in the grass, swimming in the sea', and finally talking about seafood, not people's favoritism, but relative to the dedication of the earth, meat products are still the most preserved food for people. Not to mention these vanities, meat is still the highest level of enjoyment in the strict hierarchical regulations of ancient times, and below it is fish eating. Without the moisture of the broth, abalone, shark fin, sea cucumber, and scallops are just a lump of wood and wood. Therefore, the broth of pig's trotters, elbows, and nine grates of chai chicken is the finishing touch, turning decay into a miraculous panacea. ”

Yan Bonian felt that he was talking far away, so he quickly stopped talking, "Talking and talking is far away, in the past, your sister-in-law was at the beach, there were so many seafoods, you could see crabs when you turned up a stone on the seaside, and when the tide was low, the beach was full of clams and scallops, and the shrimp basket was put into the seawater, and a lot of prawns could be caught in a short time." Now it seems that they are all precious seafood, and in the days when there was a shortage of oil and salt in the past, it was just a simple dish that could be eaten. Just like seafood clam soup, brine prawns, and your sister-in-law is good at cabbage prawns, in fact, it is the easiest way, the most common way to eat, as soon as you arrive at the hotel, it is worth a hundred times, in fact, the process is just fresh prawns cut off the shrimp whiskers, cut the shrimp head obliquely, and then stir-fry in hot oil, and put in the cabbage after the shrimp yellow is fried, continue to stir-fry, just like this, it has become a famous dish worth a lot of money. ”

"The old leader is true, anything simple is perfect, put aside the complicated appearance, many things are not complicated in themselves, but are artificially confused." Zheng Ming looked at Yan Bonian and smiled slightly, "Any food, since it is for the purpose of eating, most of them should have easy access, simple raw materials, easy operation, and strong seasonality, such as radish and cabbage, the staple food of the common people in winter, whether it is radish strips pickled vegetables, or cabbage nest sauerkraut, it is just for convenience to eat, there are more than 200 dishes in the Manchu and Han Dynasty, how many can really be eaten in the mouth, and how much can be contained in the stomach?" ”

"Lao Zheng is the true insight, although the appetite has nothing to do with the social form, but the extravagant appetite coupled with excessive hype must bring about the distortion of cultural phenomena, as well as the vulgarization and practicality of social atmosphere." Yan Bonian stood up, refilled the hot tea into Zheng Ming's teacup, turned around and asked Zhang Wanfen to come in and refill the water, and explained the meaning of making a few dishes by the way, especially mentioning the dish 'cabbage and prawns' that she is good at.

Zhang Wanfen promised to go out and get ready to go, Yan Bonian withdrew his gaze from his wife's back, looked at Zheng Ming gently, and said, "Let's get down to business!" Let's not just talk about these dishes with the three of us! ”

Yan Bonian knew that Zheng Ming and Bai Fengshou came over today, there must be something important to say, the more seemingly gossip exchanges, in fact, they were all rehearsals when they entered the main topic, and the more severe and heavy the topic, the more relaxed and pleasant the foreshadowing gossip.

Zheng Ming saw that Yan Bonian was getting to the point, so he slowly sat up straight, took out a material from the bag behind him, handed it to Yan Bonian, and said slowly: "This is Comrade Tianxiang's report to the provincial party committee, you can take a look at it." ”

Yan Bonian looked at Zheng Ming with a little surprise, and then at Bai Fengshou, took the materials suspiciously, picked up reading glasses from the desk and put them on, and looked seriously. The material is not long, Yan Bonian quickly read it, put down the material, leaned his head on the back of the sofa, and fell into deep thought. quickly straightened up, took off his reading glasses, held them in one hand, gently tapped the materials in the other hand, and said in a slow tone: "It seems that this kid has put his heart into it, and he has also put in a lot of effort." ”

"It's not just intentions, it can be said that it is well-intentioned. In the past few months, Comrade Tianxiang has hardly been idle, and it seems that he has worked hard and has also undergone serious research and thinking. Zheng Ming never concealed his admiration for Qi Tianxiang, nor did he hesitate to praise him, "The report is not long, that is, the state-owned enterprises in our province are classified, and the problems and contradictions existing in various types are revealed, and the ways and methods of the next step of the work are specifically mentioned, as well as the signs of one-size-fits-all and intensified contradictions that need to be paid attention to." ”

"This kind of reminder is an issue that should be paid attention to and paid attention to at this stage, and if it is not handled well, there will be big problems." Yan Bonian thought about it and said, "The reform of state-owned enterprises is a big article, intertwined interests are constantly entangled, and many problems and contradictions involve the root of the system and mechanism, so the resistance to change is too great because many interests include the relationship between the state, the group, and the individual." It seems that as long as the reform of state-owned enterprises is mentioned, the first thing to do is to restructure and sell enterprises, and it seems that there is only such a one-and-done way to use. What is more, they threaten the laid-off and unemployed employees of enterprises in order to achieve the goal of maintaining the status quo and turning state-owned enterprises into pockets for their own selfish desires and ATMs. Truth is never absolute, there is a problem of moderation, and often one step too far is a fallacy, but some people are willing to push forward and see such results. ”

"Tianxiang still has ideas, and he thinks deeply." Bai Fengshou saw that Yan Bonian's words were a little angry, Zheng Ming did not immediately express his position, and was a little cold, so he praised it sincerely, looking at the eyes of Yan Bonian and Zheng Ming, he mustered up courage and courageously continued: "Since Tianxiang took over as the secretary of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection and served as the deputy head of the deep reform team, he has taken a very far-sighted view, not only the anti-corruption and work style construction of the Commission for Discipline Inspection itself, but also the solution of practical problems through anti-corruption, especially the contradictions and problems in state-owned enterprises and urban planning and construction. I still hope to promote and solve the rigid or rigid state of these fields through my own work. ”

"Tianxiang's big chess game has begun to be laid out, and it seems that our response and response are a little slow, and even a little unsatisfactory!" Zheng Ming carefully considered what he wanted to say, and seemed to be very reluctant and seemed to be a little difficult, "Some people think that these measures are bound to affect the prosperity and stability of the province's overall economic situation, and may even have a negative impact, seriously interfering with the enthusiasm and enthusiasm of the person in charge of the enterprise." There are also people who think that this move is purely youthful and vigorous, eager to show themselves, and is standing and talking without backache. There are also people who stand on the dry shore and watch the scenery, wishing that things would get as big as possible, and it would be difficult to clean up. Zheng Ming seemed to have gone through a difficult trade-off, and finally made up his mind, his voice was high-pitched, and his face returned to a gentle expression, "So I came to ask the old leader for advice and get the true scriptures." ”

"Thank you for the trust of the provincial party committee, the old man is willing to do his best, do his best, and die." Yan Bonian seemed to be joking, and seemed to be jokingly dragging his long tone, joking with a clear eye.

Yan Bonian knew the intention of Zheng Ming's arrival today, and he also knew the obstacles and problems he encountered, and he could also imagine the sensational effect that Qi Tianxiang set off in Hezhou Heavy Machine, as well as the scope of the impact, as well as different voices and discussions. Especially for airborne cadres such as Zhao Haonan and Zheng Ming, there are not only doubts from local cadres, but also the possible economic and political turmoil, as well as the interference of certain departments of the central government. After all, it is impossible for a leading collective in charge of the province's political, economic, and social work not to need to balance and take into account the concerns of all parties. Don't say it, the opinions from the provincial government need to be carefully considered, this is not only the difference in the focus of work, but also the power game between local cadres and airborne cadres. The cadre selection system itself, especially the selection and appointment of leading cadres at the provincial level, shows the entanglement of interests and the difference in starting points between the central and local authorities. Most of the airborne cadres come from central organs and important departments, and most of them like to open and close wide distances and ways of thinking when looking at problems, and for this reason they cannot help but complain that the local cadres are short-sighted and backward and conservative in their concept of development. The local cadres also have quite a few criticisms about the airborne cadres' rhetoric and short-term development, as well as the development methods of seeking quick success and quick profits, such as demanding political achievements and figures, and the contradictions and conflicts have never subsided. They also form opposing camps, although there is no clear division, but the usual statements and work attitudes are clearly visible. Yan Bonian has heard a lot of such rumors and discussions, and many people hope that he can express his position, at least hope to hear his opinion. This is also the meaning of Yan Bonian's low-key hiding in the southern mountains, unwilling to participate too much in the power struggle, nor willing to choose sides. In particular, the boring friction between the local cadres and the airborne cadres, as well as the mutual distrust and secret intrigue, did not think it was necessary to participate, but today in the face of Zheng Ming's visit and the frankness and confusion revealed, he did not want to wander anymore. As a cadre who grew up locally, and as a retired old man who deeply likes this land, his inner feelings and sense of justice tell him that he must have an attitude, whether it is to deal with contradictions and problems, or his own party spirit and consciousness.

"Tianxiang is still a little young after all, a little impatient and aggressive, and he hides out when he sets fire, and he still needs someone to carry it for him, he still doesn't think about it, as a cadre of his level, this is a little inappropriate." Yan Bonian's indifferent words seemed peaceful, but in fact, they were also considered and considered, "These problems need to be done, and the lid needs to be lifted, and it takes a certain amount of courage and responsibility to do it. ”

"There's pressure and we old guys, after all, we still have some weight on our shoulders." Yan Bonian's words made Zheng Ming's eyes light up, and he immediately said: "And Tianxiang's move is quite a bit of Zhuge Kongming's strategizing, the intersection of the two formations not only needs to drink the reckless Zhang Yide who broke the Dangyang Bridge, and Changshan Zhao Zilong, who is seven in and seven out of the million-strong army, is like entering the realm of no one, but also needs a bloodless strategy, and the soldiers who surrender without a fight are the best policy!" ”

"You always praise him like this, beware of praising his tail to the sky." Yan Bonian smiled at Zheng Ming, and was also very satisfied with Zheng Ming's judgment.

"Secretary Zheng is right, Tianxiang is far away from Haicheng, and there are people here who can't hold their breath, and they don't know where Tianxiang's next move is, so naturally some people will start to stand in line." Bai Fengshou took over the conversation and added with some relief: "In just two days, several middle-level cadres here have come to Liu Jinfeng to report the situation, and the case is progressing smoothly, whether it is Zhou Wei's side or the sorting out of financial information, it is far smoother than previously imagined." And some people speculate that the next focus is on Haicheng Gold, which has brought impetus to the overall work, otherwise it is not the enterprise to take it seriously, and the local government is not to take it seriously, and now they are all concerned. ”

"Or don't be overly optimistic, a big game of chess is not a step or two first or a trick, it can be a final, the more smooth the layout, the more we must prevent missing moves, the so-called one hundred dense and one sparse, a move accidentally full of losses, or steady and steady, step by step is good." Yan Bonian glanced at Bai Fengshou, looked at Zheng Ming and said gently: "It is still necessary to remind him appropriately, some things can be done, and some things need to be postponed, or simply not done." What needs to be done by yourself, and what needs to be promoted from below, this requires resourcefulness, not just enthusiasm alone. ”

"Proper reminders are still necessary, and such reminders should be to release the throttle, not to apply the brakes. It should play such a role, as long as you go the right way, you can reach your destination faster or slower. Zheng Ming's mood is obviously much better.

"This is great wisdom!" Yan Bonian admired Zheng Ming, and said sincerely to Bai Fengshou: "You and Tianxiang have both met a good Bole!" Let go and don't let go, help doesn't resist, such a working environment is rare! ”

"The old leader has exaggerated, without you, how can we use force!" Zheng Ming sighed: "Actually, you are always Zhuge Kongming who sits at the head of the city and watches the mountain scenery!" There's a lot more to ask you for! Tianxiang is blessed, blessed! ”

"Where, not as exaggerated as you said, I am an old man who guards the vegetable garden and looks forward to a good year, all I can do is not idle for the rest of the year, and try my best." Yan Bonian was modest, thought about it, picked up the materials on the sofa, and said solemnly: "I suggest that the provincial party committee can print and distribute this material and convey it to the prefectural and department level. Since there is controversy, since there are contradictions and differences, don't cover it, don't hide it, don't hide it, put any problems on the table, as long as it's beneficial to the overall work, as long as you don't have selfish intentions, you can argue, you can conflict, and even slap the table and scold your mother, but you can't not do things, let alone do nonsense, do nonsense. ”

Yan Bonian is not only like talking about things, but also like judging mountainism, but it is a clear attitude, and it is also a strong support and statement.

"This proposal is very good, it should be put on the table for debate, and it should also stop some actions with ulterior motives through the way of opinion reflection, and of course, there are attempts." Zheng Ming made his position very clear, and quickly added: "I think it can not only be sent to the prefectural and departmental level, but also can be discussed as a topic in the training course for county and city secretaries that will start in a few days." ”

The atmosphere in the study quickly relaxed again, and it was not until Zhang Wanfen came in to urge them to eat that the three of them were greeted to the dining table.

The meal is very simple and very rich, not only cabbage and prawns, but also Haidong fried pork, stewed radish, as well as yellow corn stickers and small pickles, and millet gruel, Zheng Ming and Bai Fengshou are comfortable and comfortable, although they did not drink alcohol, but it is more heart-warming and mellow than drinking wine.