CHAPTER 505: CHAPTER 505: GUARANTEE TO COMPLETE THE TASK

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Chen Bin took a closer look and found that it was a petition against the "Entertainment-Focused Station" initiative.

Six full pages, densely packed with signatures.

Moreover, above each name was a bright red fingerprint.

After carefully flipping through it, Chen Bin realized there were quite a few names he recognized.

He sighed deeply, his face looking grim.

Xiao Cong, who was an old acquaintance of Chen Bin, invited him to sit down.

He began, "It seems like you’ve got plenty of dissenters."

"It’s not that there are many dissenters, but rather that I have almost no supporters. Especially those three deputy directors—they think my qualifications are too shallow. They’re not convinced that I became the director after just a year."

"That’s normal. You’ve been in politics for so many years; this certainly can’t be the first time you’ve faced this kind of situation."

"I proposed the Entertainment-Focused Station strategy to prove myself. Unfortunately, they’ve been opposing me every step of the way. It’s really hard to manage."

"Tell me what you’re thinking, then."

Without hesitation, Chen Bin immediately laid out his entire plan in full detail.

After some thought, Xiao Cong nodded.

"Your idea is bold. If it develops as you envision, the ratings and economic benefits will undoubtedly be substantial. But the Provincial TV Station represents the whole province. If it sparks bad publicity, it could be a major problem."

Nodding in agreement, Chen Bin chose not to say much more.

The two of them exchanged a few more words before parting ways.

As soon as Chen Bin left, Xiao Cong sought out Zeng Pengchao.

"Secretary Zeng, Chen Bin just left my office. He plans to push the Entertainment-Focused Station initiative."

"Explain the details."

Xiao Cong immediately conveyed the gist of Chen Bin’s conversation.

Zeng Pengchao followed up, "Do others at the station know about his plan?"

"Yes, he specifically held meetings to discuss it, and some people raised objections."

With a smile, Zeng Pengchao countered, "I’m guessing it’s more than just ’some people objecting,’ or else you wouldn’t have called him to come see me."

With a slight nod and a laugh, Xiao Cong didn’t deny it.

Zeng Pengchao continued, "In any organization, achieving something can never rely solely on an individual effort. If Chen Bin wants to pursue the Entertainment-Focused Station initiative, he first has to unify internal opinions."

"So, Secretary Zeng, are you saying... you support the initiative?"

"Until there’s consensus within the station, I won’t express any opinion."

Without further elaboration, Xiao Cong turned and left.

Soon after, he called Chen Bin and relayed Zeng Pengchao’s stance to him.

"Thank you, Mr. Xiao."

Hanging up the phone, Chen Bin let out a deep sigh.

Thinking of the petition he had just seen, he slammed the desk with his fist.

He knew this surely had to be the work of Jiao Jikai and Xiang Chengkang.

After all, their names were on the petition.

"Fine, you’ve played dirty. You two old bastards, just wait. I won’t let you off the hook!"

By the end of August, the provincial treasury transferred three hundred million yuan, earmarked for building the new station, into the Yanxi Province TV Station’s dedicated bank account.

Over the past few weeks, Chen Bin had been preoccupied with organizing a gala event and hadn’t had the energy to focus on the new station project.

Now that the gala was done, he had to produce results to shed his "acting director" title.

Since he couldn’t get everyone to agree on the Entertainment-Focused Station initiative, the only option was to prioritize the new station project.

That morning, Chen Bin called Fu Hongtu.

Upon hearing that Fu had time and had been promoted to the Tianhai Municipal Committee, Chen Bin hurried over.

"Secretary Fu, hello."

"Mr. Chen, please, have a seat."

Fu Hongtu greeted Chen Bin with great courtesy, not only smiling warmly but also personally gesturing for him to sit on the sofa.

Fu’s attitude left Chen Bin a bit flattered but still respectful as he expressed his gratitude.

Chen Bin had always been someone who meticulously remembered both favors and grudges, ready to repay them in full when the opportunity arose.

Fu poured him a glass of water and asked with a smile, "How’s work going these days?"

"Not bad."

Chen Bin hadn’t come to discuss his own work matters.

And since they weren’t close, he didn’t want to reveal much.

However, Chen Bin was unaware that Fu was fully up to date on everything happening in the Provincial TV Station.

Since Chen Bin seemed unwilling to disclose much, Fu refrained from asking further.

"So, what brings you here today?"

"You probably know the Provincial TV Station is planning to build a new station. I’m here today about the land issue."

"How much land are we talking about?"

"At least 200 acres."

After a moment of contemplation, Fu slowly responded.

"It’s indeed difficult to secure such a large piece of land in the old city area. Why not consider a relatively remote location? Once transportation develops, it could turn out quite well."

Chen Bin figured there was no harm in discussing the feasibility, so he nodded his agreement.

Immediately afterward, Fu called the relevant deputy mayor.

As Chen Bin was leaving, Fu smiled and said,

"If you encounter any difficulties, feel free to come to me. After all, Yuan Qian is your cousin, so we’re practically family."

"Thank you, cousin-in-law."

Realizing that Fu had a favorable impression of him, Chen Bin seized the moment.

After all, building good relationships with leaders was never a bad thing.

Thanks to Fu’s prior instructions, Vice Mayor Liu, who oversaw urban planning, warmly welcomed Chen Bin.

Not only did he provide a detailed overview of all the available plots, but he also offered to accompany Chen on site inspections.

After some deliberation, Chen Bin chose a plot near the banks of the Tianhai River, a place called Xing Family’s Village.

However, Vice Mayor Liu informed him that the plot was already under consideration by the Provincial Committee’s Retired Cadres Bureau.

They planned to build a wellness retreat there.

If Chen Bin wanted the land, he’d have to negotiate.

After returning to the TV station, Chen Bin immediately called Fu, who agreed to help mediate.

But what Fu hadn’t anticipated was that resistance would soon emerge.

Because of this, Fu personally went to meet with Zeng Pengchao about the issue.

Zeng, aware that Fu had connections in the Imperial Capital, also knew that the faction planning the wellness retreat was led by the provincial governor, Pang Nianke.

And Pang, too, had connections in the Imperial Capital.

Not wanting to offend either side, Zeng suggested that the Provincial TV Station and the retirees’ bureau work things out themselves.

Whichever side ultimately secured the land, he would remain neutral.

When Chen Bin received this update, he thought things through and immediately called the TV station’s office director, Lu Lin.

"Director Lu, come to my office."

Lu Lin was well known within the station for being a political opportunist. When Lan Hui was in charge, he’d flattered her.

Now that Chen was the acting director, Lu had shifted his allegiance to him.

Chen despised such people, but with no capable followers at his disposal, he had no choice but to delegate the task to Lu Lin.

After entering the office, Chen assigned the task to him.

Lu Lin promptly assured, "Please rest assured, Mr. Chen. I guarantee I’ll get the job done!"