It was the first time I was drinking with such an important leader, and we were even talking about private matters. My heart was filled with anxiety.
After a few glasses of wine, my mood gradually rose, and the words that I couldn't say poured out.
You Meng respectfully poured wine and tea for us on the side. She was very busy.
I pulled myself together and said to Director You, "Director You, to be honest, it was a bit presumptuous of me to come here today, but my feelings for You Meng are sincere.
We have worked together for so long, and we are quite familiar with each other.
I really hope that I can be together with You Meng. "
You Meng listened on the side and felt happy. Her face was slightly shy, and she pursed her lips thoughtfully. However, she pretended to be calm and kept pouring wine for us.
Director You chewed two mouthfuls of food and said, "My precious daughter is naughty by nature, and she means what she says. She was spoiled at home since she was young.
Later, I sent her to the Military Medical University to study for two years, and she learned a bit.
Now, she is a girl in her twenties, but she is still so willful and naughty. "Director You glanced at You Meng from the corner of his eyes, as if there was a hidden meaning in his words.
You Meng made a face in dissatisfaction, as if she wanted to suppress her father's words and actions.
I promptly explained to Director You, "Director You, You Meng is quite serious in her work. When she was working in the Head of Department, she had a sense of propriety.
You Meng also did a good job, and she was cautious and conscientious.
Last time, when the President of China came to Yanjing University to give a speech, You Meng dealt with emergencies reasonably and decisively, and prevented a vicious incident from happening. "
When You Meng saw that I was defending her, she secretly gave me a look to express her gratitude.
Director You picked up his chopsticks and drew a few lines in the air, and said with a smile, "Ah, you are quite good at defending your subordinates."
I said, "It's not an argument, it's the truth."
Director You joked, "I don't care if it's steamed (real) or boiled (boiled). Anyway, you two are working as guards, so don't let anything happen to you. Otherwise, I won't forgive you.
Don't look at how You Meng is my biological daughter. If she messes with the guards, I will punish her twice as much!
And you, you are now the Security Secretary, and you are in charge of the security of the entire Department. You can't slack off, do you understand? "
I nodded and said, "Yes, Director You Meng …" Although I said that, I was complaining in my heart. Why is he holding a criticism meeting again?
You You Meng You Meng's's's's,'s, you can't let go of your work and your arrangements.
To Director You Meng, Director You Me, Director You Meng Meng
Chief You continued, "Also, the chief has an arrangement tomorrow. He is going to Shanxi.
You and You Meng shouldn't rest anymore. Go with the chief.
You just came back from the exchange meeting, so you have a week to adjust. But for the safety of the guards, you will have to work hard.
Do you have any objections? "
I nodded and said, "No problem.
Don't worry, Director You.
But why haven't I heard about this before? "
Director You said, "Originally, I didn't want you to know about this.
But after thinking about it, I think it's more appropriate to send you and You Meng.
The reason why the Director is inspecting Shanxi is because of the recent coal mine collapses. The Director wants to call for a meeting with the local government, and then make arrangements for the security work. It's very likely that he will also carry out a survey.
At that time, there will be a few leaders from the Political Bureau accompanying him. Shanxi's coal mines have many hidden dangers, so to be on the safe side, I will send you and You Meng together. That way, you will be able to make it in time for the Commendation Ceremony. After the Commendation Ceremony, you can go back to work.
As for the construction of the training center, I will discuss it with you. "
I said, "Director You, don't worry. I will definitely complete the tasks given to me by the Bureau."
Director You nodded and said, "This time, you must be more vigilant. Make sure nothing goes wrong."
I said, "Definitely."
You Meng, who was listening at the side, was a little impatient. She stared at Chief You and muttered softly, "Why are you arranging work again?"
Bureau Chief You ignored You Meng's complaints, instead, he talked about the current international situation, and further discussed with me the hidden dangers and illnesses that exist in the current special forces, as well as the next step of work.
To be exact, Director You is an expert in the field of security. His theoretical level in the field of security is really amazing.
From the international security situation to the security accidents that happened to the heads of state, from the requirements of the old era to the qualities of the new era, from Mao Zedong's security guard Zhang Side to the diversity of the modern security personnel, from the deployment of the security personnel to the management of the security personnel, etc., it was an endless stream of arguments, and I was completely convinced.
But to be honest, although I admire Director You's achievements in the field of security, I don't want him to talk about work like this.
What's the purpose of You Meng and I coming here?
We didn't come to listen to Director You's lecture, and we also didn't come to listen to Director You's analysis of the international situation.
We've come - come to declare our relationship.
But who would've thought that we would be educated?
I half-heartedly listened to Director You's endless speech, and I nodded while thinking of a strategy.
I was thinking, how can I get Director You to talk about the main topic?
In the end, You Meng insinuated, "Dad, what you said was really good.
But it's not suitable to talk about this at the dinner table. "
Director You was a bit angry, but he just smiled and said self-deprecatingly, "This daughter of mine, when will she stop tearing down my stage?"
But Director You didn't talk about the international security situation anymore, and started to talk about the main topic.
Director You said to me thoughtfully, "Secretary Zhao, this, this, do you know a lot about my daughter?"
I didn't know how to answer, and You Meng made a face at me. Then, I gathered my courage and said, "Yes.
You Meng is a good girl. She's different from the rest. She's kind and has a sense of justice. "When I said this, I realized how cliché it was.
Director You smiled faintly and said, "Only you would praise her like that.
I know this daughter of mine the best.
She's a born prankster, and she's good at teasing and bullying people. "
I smiled in agreement.
Then, I poured a full glass of wine and proposed a toast to Director You, "Director You, You Meng and I came here today. Actually, actually … there are some things that I can't say, but I want to show you my attitude. I will take good care of You Meng in the future, and I won't let her suffer any grievances for the rest of her life.
Of course, I will also be filial to you. "With the help of the wine, I gathered my courage and said all the words that came out of my mouth.
Director You took a sip of wine and a bite of food and said, "Now is not the time to talk about this."
I was stunned and stared at Director You, asking with my eyes.
Director You smiled and said, "Right now, although you and You Meng have started dating, our family hasn't reached a consensus on this matter. We still need to study it further."
Director You's words were indifferent, but they were very artistic.
Perhaps, he was hinting at something?
You Meng's smiling face immediately stiffened and she asked her father, "Father, what do you mean?
Don't tell me you don't want me to be with Zhao Long? "
You Meng's words were straightforward and didn't give Director You any chance to avoid it.
Director You seemed to be in a difficult position. After thinking for a moment, he said, "This is a big matter for the You Family. We must be careful, we must be careful."
I suddenly felt that something wasn't right. Chief You seemed to be vaguely talking about something.
You Meng also felt something and was stunned for a moment. She asked, "Father, how are we being careful?"
Director You looked at her seriously and said, "We will leave you some space, but we also reserve the right to express our opinion."
Director You was indeed a big shot. His words were very elegant. Even if it was a rejection, he still said it in such a dignified manner.
It was far beyond my reach.
After hearing this, I didn't know if I should look up to Director You or blame him for being perfunctory.
The situation couldn't be more obvious. Perhaps, 'unfavorable start' was the best way to describe the result of You Meng's and my trip.
I didn't know if You Meng's parents were prejudiced against me or if they had other difficulties, but they treated this matter coldly. They didn't oppose or support it. Their words seemed profound and kind, but there were hidden secrets.
This was my guess. It was also You Meng's guess.
You Meng's parents didn't say anything about our relationship. What did this mean?
In the end, Director You still didn't say anything about You Meng's relationship with me.
In other words, he didn't agree or disagree.
You Meng's mother was also the same.
I couldn't help but feel a bit depressed.
What was going on?
… …
After eating and drinking, when we were about to leave, a person appeared and made me realize something.
When the doorbell rang, I had a bad premonition.
After the door was opened, this premonition was completely confirmed.
The person who came to visit was Director Qi.
Director Qi was dressed very well. He had a shiny parted hair, a straight back, and a black jacket. He was tall, handsome, and had an extraordinary aura.
His eyes were especially bright and piercing, making people not dare to look at him directly.
He didn't lack the heroic spirit of a soldier, nor did he lack the profound aura of a learned scholar. He also didn't lack the demeanor of a leader.
More importantly, he was very young. He was one of the youngest officers in the entire Secret Service, or even the entire country.
His pair of arrogant eyes wandered around the living room. When he saw me and You Meng, his expression changed slightly, but he still smiled.
Although there was a subtle element in this smile.
"Secretary Zhao is also here?" Before I could speak, Director Qi asked first.
I nodded perfunctorily and said, "Yes.
Director Qi, do you have something to report? "
Director Qi took the opportunity to glance at You Meng, then said to me, "Yes.
There's something I need to tell you. "
Director Qi's appearance instantly made the You Family more enthusiastic. At least, they were more enthusiastic than when I first entered the You Family.
I could only comfort myself: Director Qi was a senior colonel, four years older than me. Of course he would be more valued …