章 524: Chapter 482: Never Back Down_1

In the world of bureaucracy, mastery and skill in speaking are essential. When you are in a local government post, straightforward talk might be appreciated occasionally, described as a sign of being close to the people, an effective working method. However, when one proceeds to provincial and ministry levels, subtlety becomes necessary. One's words should be intentionally ambiguous, implying deep meanings and nuances. This allows subordinates to interpret the intentions of their superiors and it indicates tactical competence, an aura of profundity.

However, at this moment, Nie Zhenbang's words were unusually direct. This left Wang Yaguang absolutely stunned, and at the same time, feeling a bit awkward. Had Nie Zhenbang used a more circumspect tone to probe him, Wang Yaguang could have responded in the same manner. But faced with such a blunt question so suddenly, Wang Yaguang really didn't know what to say.