Official Career Storm
Chapter 190

Chapter 190: Chapter 190

He Kang went to see Wu Qiangwei, and her attitude was neither good nor bad.

However, when he found out that Wu Qiangwei had handed the matter over to Director Qin himself, he felt that no matter how serious it was, it wouldn’t be too much to handle.

Even learning about Wu Qiangwei’s attitude from Director Qin made him think that the situation was somewhat tricky, but still manageable.

But now, Wu Qiangwei had directly given him the list.

Now this was a problem—Zhang Xiaoming couldn’t escape.

After all, Director Qin was fully in charge of the matter, and if Zhang Xiaoming fled, Director Qin would have to take responsibility.

But things hadn’t yet reached a point of no return.

At least among the names on the list, only Zhang Xiaoming was an insider.

This showed that Wu Qiangwei still had some sense of measure.

But what He Kang wanted was for everyone to be safe.

Arresting a few shareholders, no big deal.

At worst, it would cost more money, and after the uproar subsides, some medical parole could be arranged to get them out.

But if Zhang Xiaoming was arrested, that would be a big problem.

Persuading Zhang Xiaoming to willingly admit guilt would be extremely difficult.

Now, He Kang could only pin his hopes on his grandfather.

Hoping that Wu Qiangwei would give some face to her own grandfather, the former Mayor.

...

That evening, Zhou Qian continued to report yesterday’s news.

This piece of news had now become a series, with updates every day.

In tonight’s news, Zhou Qian released the video from the day when they went to the police station to file a complaint.

In the video, after a police officer in the reception hall took the memory card, Mr. Yang came.

Mr. Yang’s conversation with the police, as well as Song Guanchao’s request for the memory card, and the police’s statement that there was nothing on the card, were all broadcast.

Seeing this news, Zhang Xiaoming felt a chill in his heart and immediately sent someone to bring the police officer to the division.

He personally met with the young officer and explained the stakes, urging him not to make a fuss and to accept his punishment quietly, assuring him that Hui Po Company would not mistreat him.

The young officer was also scared and just nodded continuously, promising not to talk.

So that same evening, Director Zhang handled the matter quickly, stripping the officer of his uniform and processing his dismissal, with the division issuing a statement immediately.

Once released, the statement was praised by netizens for Lingjiang Police Bureau’s swift response and for not shirking responsibility.

Director Zhang thought the matter would end there, but he didn’t realize that it was just the beginning.

Also that evening, Wu Qiangwei received a phone call.

It was from He Sen, the former Mayor of Lingjiang City, He Kang’s father.

He invited Wu Qiangwei over, but she politely declined, and they talked on the phone for over half an hour.

He Sen shared about Lingjiang City’s economy, which had improved a lot in recent years but had also stagnated without much growth.

He also expressed that Lingjiang needed a young Secretary to lead it through changes.

Toward the end of the call, he offered some advice.

He thought Secretary Wu was young and new to the role, and needed to build good relationships with colleagues and communicate more with other Standing Committee members for mutual exchange.

No matter how capable one is, they cannot succeed alone.

Only by uniting can more issues be resolved.

He also mentioned that many officials in Lingjiang had made some economic mistakes due to the economic improvements over the years.

But these weren’t severe issues and could be pulled back.

It’s better not to resort to legal measures if possible, nor to escalate issues unnecessarily.

Moreover, these matters could help her integrate with her colleagues.

Between the lines, he was conveying a message to Wu Qiangwei.

That is, not to blow things out of proportion.

She could use these issues as leverage to ensure cooperation from Director Qin and others in her work in Lingjiang.

Wu Qiangwei knew he was indirectly advising her to minimize the issue.

His words ignited a fire in Wu Qiangwei’s heart.

She coldly dropped a remark, "No need for Mayor He to worry," and hung up the phone, showing no respect for the former Mayor.

The next morning.

Director Qin summoned Zhang Xiaoming to the city bureau.

"Xiao Zhang, take a seat."

Director Qin poured him a cup of tea, which made Zhang Xiaoming a bit nervous.

He hastily reached out with both hands to receive the tea, "Director Qin, what did you need to see me about?"

Director Qin said, "The matter with Hui Po Company has now blown up."

Zhang Xiaoming asked, "Director Qin, was this matter leaked?"

Director Qin sighed, "Secretary Wu."

"What does Secretary Wu mean by that?"

Sighing deeply, Director Qin remained silent, leaving Zhang Xiaoming feeling uneasy.

Director Qin was silent for a long time, then said, "Xiao Zhang, you need to be mentally prepared."

This statement sent a chill through Zhang Xiaoming’s heart, "Director Qin, don’t scare me..."

"I’m not scaring you, this is a big deal!"

"Take a look at this."

He handed him a piece of paper with a list of names, including his own name, Zhang Xiaoming.

"What is this?"

"It’s a list written by Secretary Wu."

Director Qin said, "She asked me to monitor the people on this list, to ensure they all stay in Lingjiang until this matter is dealt with."

The last bit of hope in Zhang Xiaoming’s heart was extinguished.

He slumped into the chair, his face pale and his limbs cold.

A few seconds later, he suddenly stood up, walked around the desk, and grabbed Director Qin’s hands tightly, "Director Qin, you have to help me! I don’t want to go to prison, I can’t go to prison!"

Director Qin looked deeply troubled and furrowed his brow, "I don’t want to see you locked up either, but just be mentally prepared. Go back for now, and wait for my news."

After Zhang Xiaoming left, Director Qin called He Kang, "Mr. He, he’s left."

He Kang hummed in response, "I’ve already made arrangements."

Director Qin hesitated for a moment, then said, "Mr. He, doing this, might not be so good?"

"Not so good?" He Kang chuckled a few times, "Director Qin, your courage seems to have shrunk."

Director Qin said, "I’m worried that if things get too out of hand, it might make Secretary Wu feel threatened."

"Don’t worry, I’ve got this under control."

Listening to the dial tone on the phone, Director Qin walked to the window and looked down at the parking lot, watching as Zhang Xiaoming got into his car.

He sighed, "I can’t be blamed for this."

Mr. He’s father contacted Wu Qiangwei, who showed no mercy.

There was no choice now but to cut off the limb to save the body.

...

As Zhang Xiaoming drove back to the branch office, he was totally preoccupied. The traffic light had just changed from green to red, but he didn’t notice.

All he could think about were the words Director Qin had just said.

He knew that Director Qin was abandoning him.

He was being discarded!

He had never imagined he would end up like this.

He regretted, deeply regretted, ever getting on Director Qin’s "bandwagon!"

But it was too late for regrets now.

"No, I have to save myself!"

Zhang Xiaoming grimly clenched his teeth and grabbed his phone to call his mistress.

He was going to leave Lingjiang, leave the country!

After all, he had made quite a bit over the years. Moving somewhere else, he would only live better.

He knew that if he really left, it would definitely impact Director Qin.

But what did that matter to him?

He had already been discarded, why should he care about Director Qin’s fate?

To hell with it!

He didn’t care about anything anymore!

He wouldn’t be the branch director anymore!

With the money he had, he could live comfortably in another country!

The phone connected, and a pleasant female voice answered, "Director Zhang..."

She had barely begun to speak.

The next second.

A large truck charged at a high speed from the left lane.

With a piercing horn blaring, Zhang Xiaoming instinctively turned his head, the truck rapidly enlarging in his shrinking field of vision due to fear.

"Bang!"

His car was hit and flipped over.

The immense impact rapidly knocked Zhang Xiaoming unconscious.

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