Official Career Storm
Chapter 531

Chapter 531: Chapter 531

Wu Qiangwei threw out the question, and the standing committee members all furrowed their brows in deep thought.

Some cast their gazes toward Mayor Jiang, Minister Zhou, and Wang Pinyan, several local faction officials.

It seemed there were two options, but in reality, there was only one.

Chen Guanyun had a high likelihood of uncovering them, so, they could only choose to make arrests.

Once the decision to arrest was made, such a large-scale anti-corruption effort would significantly impact these local faction officials.

Jiang and the others knew this and were somewhat displeased.

Yet they had no way to criticize Wu Qiangwei.

Was there a problem with her suppressing the publicity about Yao Jinsheng?

Whoever went to the scene to direct yesterday would have done the same given the sudden circumstances.

Would Chen Guanyun and others be suspicious because of the lack of publicity around Yao Jinsheng?

The answer was definitely yes.

Even the slowest county-level officials could detect this unusual signal and thereby nurture doubts.

Thus, their escape was an inevitable occurrence.

To prevent them from fleeing, the best method was to arrest them beforehand.

And once arrests were to be made, they couldn’t just arrest them one by one; they had to net them all without missing anyone.

Jiang and the others had been in these positions for many years and actually had no real connection to Dujiang City.

As Song Guanchao analyzed, the problems of Dujiang City were not formed overnight but were the result of previous leadership’s deliberate indulgence, even participation.

So, it didn’t majorly impact them.

But no matter how small, there was still an impact.

That was precisely what they were dissatisfied with.

Everything was agreed upon to proceed smoothly and gradually.

The sudden acceleration disrupted their original plans, and anyone would be annoyed by that.

Wu Qiangwei said, "Mayor Jiang, Minister Zhou, I think it’s appropriate for the two of you to guide this operation."

Her tone was very sincere.

The two understood her meaning.

Use the banner of anti-corruption to offset the negative impacts.

They could easily tell the provincial government that they had long possessed evidence of corruption in Dujiang City and were prepared to make a decisive move to continue waving the banner of anti-corruption vigorously.

It was uncertain whether the higher-ups’ attitude toward them would be good, bad, or indifferent after this operation.

But in any case, it would be credited as a meritorious deed.

Minister Zhou remained silent; as the organizational minister, he was less affected, but Mayor Jiang was the most hurt.

Jiang asked, "Has the basic information been gathered?"

Wu Qiangwei handed over the printed materials in her hand, and seeing the list, Jiang too was surprised.

This many?

He frowned and said, "We need to report this to the province."

Wu Qiangwei acknowledged, "It’s up to Mayor Jiang to decide."

"Alright, then I’ll make the decision."

Jiang, clutching the list, said, "Later, give everyone a copy so that you all are aware."

"This anti-corruption action is unprecedented in its intensity, and the extent of corruption in Dujiang City is also unprecedented!"

"I hope everyone realizes the seriousness of this matter; Dujiang City is under our Lingjiang jurisdiction. Perhaps some individuals have connections with Dujiang City, but this matter must absolutely not be leaked!"

They understood this point.

And Jiang’s worry was unnecessary.

Dujiang City was already tightly controlled; even if there were really connections, those would have been with previous leaders.

They really had no connections in this term.

Except for Director Qin.

And then there was Secretary Wang of the Disciplinary Committee, who might also have some connections.

These words were meant for them.

During the meeting, they did not discuss who would take over the vacant positions in Dujiang City after the anti-corruption effort.

No need to talk, everyone knew it clearly.

Everyone attending today’s meeting had a share, just differing in more or less.

After the meeting, Jiang got into his car and called Director Qin, "Qin Yuejin, where are you?"

Suddenly being directly addressed by his full name, Director Qin felt a bit panicked, "Mayor Jiang, I’m handling a case in Dujiang City."

"Don’t handle it anymore, come to my office."

"Mayor Jiang, what’s happened?"

"Big trouble, come over immediately!"

"Mayor Jiang, give me some details. You’re saying nothing, and I’m afraid to come over."

Could it be that he wants to call me over and arrest me directly?

"Dujiang City is going to have a major shake-up."

"Ah?"

"Don’t ’ah’ me, hurry over. Secretary Wang will also be arriving soon, time is pressing and the task is heavy. If you delay, I’ll arrest you first!"

"Yes, yes, I’m coming right away."

Director Qin wasn’t afraid of many, but Jiang Yuan was one of them.

The locals had power that knew no bounds.

After hanging up the phone, just as Director Qin was about to leave, he suddenly saw Yao Jinsheng with his arm in a sling, coming towards him.

"Why are you here and not in the hospital?"

"Didn’t they say Lu Xiaotian wanted to see me? I came over to handle the case."

"You... alright, alright, go ahead."

Director Qin rushed outside.

"Where is Director Qin going?"

"Back to the city."

"Oh."

Seeing him so anxious, Yao Jinsheng thoughtfully wondered.

Could it be that a meeting had already started in the city?

Unfortunately, his only connection in the city was Director Qin, otherwise he could ask someone.

Yao Jinsheng met Director Jia in the office.

Director Jia gave him a strange look for coming over injured.

If it weren’t for knowing what kind of person he was, one might actually think he was a good and honest police officer serving the people.

Soon after, Yao Jinsheng met Lu Xiaotian in the interrogation room.

Yao Jinsheng felt a bit troubled – the interrogation room had surveillance, and certain things he couldn’t openly discuss.

Lu Xiaotian, cunning as he was, noticed his worries, dashed to unplug the surveillance, then quickly returned and whispered urgently, "Yao Jinsheng, you fucking screwed me over!"

Yao Jinsheng also lowered his voice and responded quickly, "I screwed your mom! Who knew they would handle it so harshly? You think I’m having an easy time? Mr. Chen and I will be arrested in just a few days!"

Lu Xiaotian was shocked, "Really?"

"Who the hell has the time to fool you?" Yao Jinsheng said. "The higher-ups are now suppressing the news of my rescuing people. Doesn’t that seem like they want to screw me over?"

"I..."

"Enough, shut up, listen to me!"

Yao Jinsheng said, "If you want to get out, admit to all these charges today."

Lu Xiaotian’s eyes widened, "Admit and still get out?"

"Don’t worry about it, if you trust me, just admit it, I’ll definitely get you out!"

"Maximum three days!"

"If you can’t get out in three days, you directly report me."

Yao Jinsheng continued, "But let me make it clear, once you’re out, you can only flee. Where you go is none of my concern, and if you’re caught again I won’t interfere. I’m now a clay Buddha crossing the river – barely able to save myself; getting you out is already the ultimate act of kindness."

Processing so much information so quickly overwhelmed Lu Xiaotian.

Just then, footsteps sounded outside; police were about to enter.

"Remember, admit to the guilt! If you don’t, I can’t help you!"

With that final statement, Yao Jinsheng abruptly stood up, banged the table, and shouted, "Lu Xiaotian, what are you doing unplugging the surveillance? Who allowed you to do that?"

While scolding, he went over to plug the surveillance back in.

Returning to the interrogation desk, Yao Jinsheng said, "Lu Xiaotian, don’t struggle in vain; we already control all the evidence of your crimes. Cooperate well and aim for leniency!"

The footsteps outside stopped at the door but did not enter.

In the interrogation room, Director Jia scoffed.

He had no idea what Yao Jinsheng and Lu Xiaotian had discussed in such a short time.

But regardless of their discussion, it was futile.

Given the crimes this kid had committed, unless he had some powerful backing he could utilize, the death penalty was a certainty.

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