"This is a bit tricky. You Junwei is a model official promoted by the Province now! Without a legitimate reason, it wouldn't be appropriate to move against him," Shan Wenxu said with a wry smile.
For years, GDP had been a key metric used by higher-level governments to assess local officials, and infrastructure construction was the quickest way to boost GDP. As a result, major infrastructure projects had sprung up all over Gufeng City.
It was his achievements in this area that had earned You Junwei recognition as a model official from the Province, which called on other cities and counties to learn from his "advanced experience."
In fact, this was a common phenomenon across provinces and cities as officials chased political achievements.
Shan Wenxu's family had influence, but that didn't mean he could do whatever he liked, dictate to the Province at every turn, or interfere with personnel appointments.
"I'm not famous across the country like Mayor Zhou. He only has to flex his muscles, and followers flock to him while powerful enemies surrender. Since I can't exploit a bug, I'll just have to grind levels and fight monsters the honest way!" Shan Wenxu continued with a sigh.
At that moment, Li Ruoyun, who had caught his meaning immediately, smiled and said, "If there's anything we can help you with, Mayor Shan, please don't hesitate to ask. We're all friends here. Helping one another is only natural."
Shan Wenxu immediately gave Zhou Yi a scornful look. "Look at that! Just look! See how generous Chairwoman Li is, then look at yourselves. You're all my friends, so why is there such a huge difference in how you behave?"
Zhou Yi spread his hands. "The problem is, we don't have any money either. We can't afford to buy land in your