Official Career Storm
Chapter 188

Chapter 188: Chapter 188

Embezzlement of state funds...

Director Qin’s heart trembled wildly.

This charge was serious!

If Wu Qiangwei really decided to go through with it, he might be safe, but his cousin was sure to be implicated.

Overwhelmed with fear, he knew that Wu Qiangwei was giving him an opportunity.

Whether to handle this matter by the book would depend on how he dealt with it.

He immediately pledged his resolve, "I will definitely not let Secretary Wu be disappointed!"

After speaking, he left.

On his way back, his phone never stopped ringing.

Calls kept coming in.

Director Zhang called, people from the Traffic Bureau called...

All related to the company in question.

They wanted to get confirmation from Director Qin about the current situation.

Director Qin didn’t pick up a single call until he returned to his office and dialed Mr. He’s number.

The issue was too big for him to decide alone; he needed to consult with Mr. He.

"Mr. He..."

He recounted his conversation with Wu Qiangwei from that morning.

Mr. He said with a laugh, "Secretary Wu is just scaring you."

"Scaring me?" Director Qin said, "Mr. He, I don’t think Secretary Wu is just scaring me. If she’s unsatisfied with how I handle this, she might really take action against me."

"This company is probably impossible to save!"

Director Qin shared his opinion.

Wu Qiangwei had said it depended on his performance.

But what kind of performance would satisfy Wu Qiangwei?

Moreover, Wu Qiangwei had even mentioned embezzlement of state funds.

The implication was that Hui Po Company would have to spit out all the money it had made over the years!

That was a terrifying amount of money.

Director Qin really didn’t want to give it back.

"I’ve arrived at the City Committee, wait for my call."

Mr. He didn’t say much; his car had just entered the City Committee parking lot.

Getting out of the car, Mr. He took off his sunglasses and squinted in the sunlight as he looked up at the time-worn building.

Inside the office.

Secretary Song asked, "What exactly does the Secretary want to resolve?"

Wu Qiangwei said, "Spit out the money you’ve swallowed, and I won’t pursue it."

Secretary Song shook his head, "That’s impossible."

Wu Qiangwei said indifferently, "Of course, I know it’s impossible."

"Ah?" Secretary Song was taken aback, watching Wu Qiangwei’s calm demeanor, he instantly understood.

From the moment the company was exposed, it was doomed never to settle down smoothly.

The swallowed money had to be taken out.

If it couldn’t be taken out, simple: send the company’s legal representative and the few shareholders who made money to prison.

At most, Wu Qiangwei just wouldn’t pull out the carrots and bring up the mud; she wouldn’t drag out the people behind these shareholders.

"Knock, knock."

Zeng Li pushed open the door again, "Secretary, a man named He Kang is looking for you."

He Kang?

Who was that?

The City Committee Building was not a place just anyone could enter.

And this person hadn’t made an appointment in advance, so why had he suddenly come over?

"Please let him in."

"Oh."

Zeng Li turned her head and called out, a middle-aged man about forty years old, about 5’9", with a well-maintained figure, walked into the office.

He wore white casual pants and a pure white polo shirt, exuding an elegant and imposing temperament that clearly indicated he was no ordinary person.

The man walked over and said with a smile, "Hello, Secretary Wu, I am He Kang."

Wu Qiangwei stood up and shook hands with him, asking, "What brings you to me, Mr. He?"

What she was more curious about was the identity of this man.

A stranger showing up at the City Committee was something that shouldn’t happen.

He Kang noticed her confusion and said, "My father is He Sen, who once served as the mayor of Lingjiang City."

A flash of surprise crossed Wu Qiangwei’s eyes, "So it’s Mr. He, please have a seat."

"Thank you, Secretary Wu."

He sat down, and Song Guanchao went to make a cup of tea and brought it over.

Wu Qiangwei said, "What can I do for you, Mr. He?"

He Kang replied with a smile, "Well, I have a friend who works at Hui Po Company, and some issues have recently arisen there. I did some digging and found that the company has some serious problems."

Upon hearing this, they both understood his purpose.

They were surprised, having thought this company was only connected to Director Qin.

But now it appeared there was someone else behind the scenes.

That person was the son of the retired Mayor He.

Song Guanchao had not learned much about this former mayor, but the fact that his son had such a close relationship with Director Qin and had established the company was enough to prove the extensive power Mayor He wielded during his tenure.

And his strong network in Lingjiang.

Now there was trouble, and he had come seeking Wu Qiangwei’s intervention.

Wu Qiangwei said, "Director Qin just came to see me, and he will handle this matter. If Mr. He has any concerns, he can discuss them with Director Qin."

He Kang, still smiling, said, "Since Director Qin is taking over, then I won’t disturb him. I trust Director Qin will handle it well."

Then he changed the subject, "After my father’s retirement, he has remained very concerned about the governance of Lingjiang and has his own unique insights into its management."

"Upon hearing that Secretary Wu had arrived in Lingjiang, my father has been wanting to meet and discuss with you. I wonder if you might have time tonight?"

Wu Qiangwei shook her head, "Please give my regards to the former mayor, the City Committee has many issues to deal with right now."

He Kang nodded, "I will definitely convey Secretary Wu’s message."

He stood up, holding the arm of the chair, saying, "Then I won’t impose any further on Secretary Wu’s time."

"Secretary Song, please see Mr. He out."

"This way, please, Mr. He," Song Guanchao said as he left the office with him and accompanied him to the elevator.

He Kang looked at him and commented, "Secretary Song, you’ve entered the City Committee at such a young age, the future is boundless for you."

Song Guanchao replied modestly, "You flatter me, Mr. He, I’ve just been lucky."

"Luck is part of one’s strength, but in the world of bureaucracy, connections are most important."

"During his tenure, my father trained many officials, many of whom are now capable on their own."

"I happen to have an older acquaintance meeting me tonight, and if Secretary Song doesn’t mind, I’d like to introduce you to him."

Song Guanchao wasn’t a fool; he knew He Kang wanted to recruit him into his camp.

Facing the olive branch extended by He Kang, Song Guanchao showed hesitation, "Tonight... perhaps another time, as I’m quite busy these days."

"Do you have a business card, Mr. He? How about we add each other as contacts?"

He didn’t want to outright offend He Kang, and showing a hint of interest could lower his guard.

As expected, his pause and reluctance successfully deceived He Kang.

After exchanging contact information, they arrived at the parking lot, and He Kang got into a silver Bentley and drove off.

"Tsk, quite the show-off."

The former mayor’s son, driving a Bentley.

It was only because he was retired; if he had been that flashy during his term, it would have been like telling everyone, "My dad’s corrupt."

Back in the office, Song Guanchao quickly put together a list.

He walked into the office with the list and handed it to Wu Qiangwei.

Wu Qiangwei looked at the list with some confusion, "What’s this?"

Song Guanchao said, "This is a list of the legal representatives, shareholders, and executives of Hui Po Company. Secretary, even if you don’t pursue Director Qin, these people can’t escape. I think it’s necessary to give Director Liang a heads up and ask him to arrange for someone to keep an eye on these individuals, so they don’t flee beforehand."

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