Ji Chang Ming definitely disagreed with handling it as an embezzlement case, so he started arguing with Xiao Gang Yu.
Sha Rui Jin was also disappointed in Hou Liang Ping.
Because he knew that even if he didn’t sentence him, it would be difficult to save Hou Liang Ping’s position as the bureau chief.
After all, he was the anti-corruption bureau chief and had been caught red-handed by Xiao Gang Yu.
It was like catching someone in the act of adultery, and it would definitely be a laughingstock if it got out.
“Secretary Sha, in my opinion, Hou Liang Ping’s issue is both major and minor. Why don't we hold a meeting, call the cadres to discuss it, and see what kind of punishment he should receive?”
Ji Chang Ming had no choice.
If they didn’t solve this matter through a meeting, it would fall into the hands of Xiao Gang Yu, and Hou Liang Ping would definitely not get a good deal.
“There’s no need for that. I apprehended Hou Liang Ping, so it should be handled by our Jingzhou Municipal Procuratorate! I strongly suspect that Hou Liang Ping has engaged in other illegal and disciplinary violations. We must conduct a further investigation into him.”
Xiao Gang Yu said.
Both of them looked at Sha Rui Jin, waiting for him to make a decision.
Sha Rui Jin remained expressionless and thought: No matter whether they investigated or not, Hou Liang Ping couldn’t continue to be the anti-corruption bureau chief.
This meant that his plan to clean up Hantong Province would be greatly affected.
In a fit of anger, Sha Rui Jin didn’t want to protect Hou Liang Ping anymore and said: “First, hand him over to the Jingzhou Municipal Procuratorate for a thorough investigation. If it is confirmed that he has no other crimes, then we will hold a Standing Committee meeting of the Provincial Party Committee and discuss the handling of Hou Liang Ping’s case.”
Ji Chang Ming was very disappointed when he heard this.
Hou Liang Ping also felt a pang in his heart and couldn’t help but feel a little sad.
Xiao Gang Yu, on the other hand, couldn’t help but smile, feeling happy.
Sha Rui Jin added: “Procurator General Xiao, during the investigation, you must ensure Hou Liang Ping’s personal safety, understand?”
Xiao Gang Yu said: “Understood.”
He then took away the witness and evidence, surveillance footage, and Hou Liang Ping.
After learning about the situation, Hou Liang Ping’s subordinates rushed to see him, feeling very reluctant to part with him.
Seeing his subordinates, Hou Liang Ping felt extremely ashamed and said: “The Chen Hai and Shanshui Group case is left to you. Even if I’m not here, you must continue the investigation.”
His subordinates nodded one after another.
Seeing this, Xiao Gang Yu couldn’t help but secretly smile: Without you, Hou Liang Ping, how long can these greenhorns last?
You know, during the investigation, Hou Liang Ping had been bribed and threatened.
Bribery could win over some people.
Threats could scare off some people.
There were really not many people like Hou Liang Ping who wouldn’t take bribes or be afraid of death.
Even if you, Hou Liang Ping, are as tough as nails, you still ended up being taken down by a few packs of cigarettes.
You can never be too careful!
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Zhong Xiao Ai was cooking at home when she suddenly received a call: “What, Hou Liang Ping was arrested?!”
This call was made by Ji Chang Ming personally.
He explained to Zhong Xiao Ai what had happened to Hou Liang Ping.
After listening, Zhong Xiao Ai frowned and also felt it was absurd, so she said: “I’ll go to Hantong in a few days.”
She felt that she couldn’t explain everything over the phone and needed to understand the situation in person.
It just so happened that Beijing was planning to send an inspection team to Hantong, and Zhong Xiao Ai volunteered to join the inspection team.
After knowing that Hou Liang Ping had been arrested, Beijing also felt that it was necessary.
So, they agreed to her request.
...
After taking down Hou Liang Ping, Xu Zhao didn’t plan to stay long.
He immediately drove back to Jinghai City.
But he suddenly received a call from Zhao Rui Long.
He answered the call.
“Secretary Xu, you’re still so impressive. We couldn’t do anything about Hou Liang Ping, but you managed to take him down with a few packs of cigarettes.”
Zhao Rui Long said with a cheerful tone.
“Young Master Zhao, didn’t your father ask you to go abroad? Why are you still here?”
Xu Zhao said.
“Since you took down Hou Liang Ping, why should I go abroad? I’m staying here, I’m not going anywhere.”
Zhao Rui Long said.
Xu Zhao’s face immediately darkened when he heard this.
Zhao Rui Long couldn’t see his expression and continued to boast: “Without Hou Liang Ping, the rest of them are just good-for-nothings. I can easily handle them.”
Xu Zhao said: “Aren’t you afraid that Beijing will send another Hou Liang Ping?”
Zhao Rui Long chuckled and said: “That’s why you’re here. If they send another one, you can take him down again. It’s just a few packs of cigarettes anyway.”
Xu Zhao was so angry that he didn’t want to talk.
Zhao Rui Long continued: “If you’re not willing to part with a few packs of cigarettes, come to me. I have plenty of Zhōnghuá cigarettes here.”
Xu Zhao said: “Where are you now?”
Zhao Rui Long said: “I’m at Shanshui Manor. Do you want to come over? We can have a few drinks together.”
Xu Zhao said: “Okay, I’ll be right there.”
After hanging up the phone.
He turned towards Shanshui Manor.
Xu Zhao secretly swore that this time he would give Zhao Rui Long a lesson he would never forget and drive him out of the country.
Otherwise, if this scourge remained, it would definitely cause him a lot of trouble.
To this end, Xu Zhao’s eyes gradually became fierce.
Twenty minutes later.
Xu Zhao arrived at Shanshui Manor.
Gao Xiao Qin was waiting at the door.
Seeing Xu Zhao arrive, Gao Xiao Qin enthusiastically stepped forward and said: “Secretary Xu, welcome to Shanshui Manor.”
However, Xu Zhao didn’t give her a good face and coldly said: “Take me to see Zhao Rui Long.”
Gao Xiao Qin was very good at observing people’s expressions and thought: Xu Zhao just took down Hou Liang Ping, which is a great cause for celebration. He should be happy.
Why is he looking like someone owes him millions of dollars?
Gao Xiao Qin didn’t dare to offend him, so she immediately took him into the manor, winding through various paths until they reached a golf course.
Zhao Rui Long, Qi Tong Wei, Liu Xin Jian, and Cheng Du were playing golf.
Cheng Du was the lowest-ranking and acted like a caddy, serving the three, happy as can be.
“Secretary Xu is here! Come, let’s all applaud our hero.”
Zhao Rui Long saw Xu Zhao and clapped exaggeratedly.
“Secretary Xu, I’ve heard a lot about you.”
Liu Xin Jian enthusiastically walked over to shake his hand.
However, Xu Zhao didn’t acknowledge him and went straight past.
Leaving Liu Xin Jian with his hand outstretched, feeling embarrassed.
Seeing Xu Zhao’s cold face, Zhao Rui Long and the other three said: “Secretary Xu, what’s with the expression? Are you unhappy?”
Xu Zhao said coldly: “Didn’t Gao Yu Liang tell you to leave the country immediately?”
Zhao Rui Long said impatiently: “So what if he did? You guys are just hoping I’ll leave the country so you don’t have to look at my face, aren’t you?”
Qi Tong Wei tried to mediate and said: “Secretary Xu, there’s no rush to leave the country. Let Young Master Zhao consider it again.”
Liu Xin Jian said: “That’s right. Now that you’ve taken down Hou Liang Ping, what do we have to fear?”
Seeing these idiots gathered together, Xu Zhao really wanted to beat them up.