Against the backdrop of a massive map and charts detailing major policy decisions, the square chandelier on the ceiling seemed to have gained a sentience of its own. The light, which should have been cast evenly, began to contract, focusing entirely on the chairman’s seat.
At that moment, Fanzhi Wen spoke in a deep, steady voice: "We shall now begin the discussion on the promotion of Comrade Qi Tongwei to the deputy-departmental level. Let us review the draft proposal. Everyone, take a short break first."
There was a strict procedure for promoting someone from a division-level position to a deputy-departmental one. Even the Provincial Party Committee could not simply raise a hand and brush through it; every step had to be recorded and archived to ensure a clear paper trail for the future.
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