Official Career Storm
Chapter 551

Chapter 551: Chapter 551

Approximately twenty minutes later, he saw a somewhat unfamiliar face, accompanied by two men in their twenties, quickly approaching.

"Hello..."

"Where is Yang Qingquan?" The visitor was none other than Chu Xiao’e’s cousin, Feng Hongtao.

He was the closest to the municipal government and rushed over as soon as he received the news.

The secretary immediately realized that this was a police officer from Lingjiang City.

"He’s in the office." The secretary helped him open the door to the office.

Yang Qingquan was holding a teacup, reviewing documents.

Hearing the commotion, he looked up with dissatisfaction, about to scold for not knocking, when he saw the three men storming in with a threatening presence.

Feng Hongtao walked up to the desk and flashed his police badge, "Chief of Fengjiang Branch of Lingjiang City, Feng Hongtao."

"Yang Qingquan, you are under arrest!"

Clatter!

The teacup in his hand dropped onto the table, spilling tea and leaves all over it.

I’m under arrest?

...

Song Guanchao received the news that Yang Qingquan had been successfully captured.

Despite some hiccups, the anti-corruption operation had ultimately proceeded without any real danger.

On the Qu City side, Director Mou had also found the body buried by Lu Xiaotian’s henchmen.

The murder case was successfully solved.

This was a perfect collaboration between the Lingjiang City Public Security Bureau and the Qu City Public Security Bureau.

That evening, Song Guanchao and a few others took a flight back to Lingjiang.

At 8:22 PM, a group of six, including Yao Jinsheng and Chen Guanyun, emerged from Lingjiang International Airport.

Mayor Jiang Yuan personally came to pick them up, accompanied by the official media from both the province and the city.

When they came out of the airport, the camera flashes dazzled their eyes.

Mayor Jiang stepped forward and shook hands with Song Guanchao, "Secretary Song, you’ve worked hard!"

"On behalf of the City Committee and Municipal Government of Lingjiang, I thank you for saving the lives of hundreds!"

Standing calmly in front of the cameras, Song Guanchao replied with integrity, "It was Mayor Jiang’s excellent command, I merely followed the leader’s arrangements."

Mayor Jiang felt introspective, despite this young man’s sometimes impulsive actions, he truly understood when to push forward and when to hold back in critical situations.

This operation left Song Guanchao with the most credit.

But the proud are prone to disaster, and the tallest tree faces the fiercest wind.

As a mere secretary who had repeatedly made noteworthy achievements, while seeming like a good thing, it could also make him a target in others’ eyes.

Another person, in his place, would probably be eager to boast.

But he was able to maintain his true self, not seeking glory or being arrogant, with his words and actions prioritizing the greater good.

Such a person was a leader’s favorite.

Mayor Jiang had mixed feelings, knowing that the young man’s future achievements were immeasurable.

"Let’s go, head back first and get a good night’s rest. I’ll hold a celebration for you tomorrow weekend!"

Mayor Jiang patted his hand and looked at him with newfound admiration.

Chen Guanyun and Yao Jinsheng, sitting in their wheelchairs, had ashen faces.

They had become the backdrop.

They were the stepping stones for Song Guanchao’s ascent!

Back in the city area, Chen Guanyun and Yao Jinsheng were sent to the hospital for treatment, while Song Guanchao and the others didn’t go home but were arranged to stay in a guesthouse.

They sat in a private room, eating the meals that had been prepared for overtime.

Secretary Sun was thrilled, he had made a fortune this time!

He hadn’t done anything; it was all Song Guanchao at the forefront throughout.

Yet even so, he had garnered a bit of reflected glory.

He was already fantasizing about the moment he would be on stage giving a speech at the commendation ceremony soon.

He even looked at Song Guanchao now and found him much more pleasing to the eye.

"Brother Song, I toast to you!"

Song Guanchao smiled and joined him for a drink.

Secretary Sun then turned to Fu Ying and Lin Wanqiu, "County Magistrate Fu, Miss Lin, I toast to you both!"

Both women lifted their teacups, substituting tea for wine.

Secretary Sun was a little annoyed inside, but he dared not show it.

I knew where I stood, and it was only natural that others wouldn’t think highly of me.

After setting down the teacup, Lin Wanqiu raised her glass, "Secretary Song, here’s to you."

Song Guanchao looked at the small one-ounce cup in her hand and said, "Miss Lin, you should drink less. You’ll probably have to run around quite a bit these next few days."

Lin Wanqiu smiled gently, "Secretary Song is very caring."

Song Guanchao felt a bit awkward, aware of the look Fu Ying was giving him.

He chuckled dryly and drained his glass in one gulp.

After Lin Wanqiu finished her toast, Fu Ying also raised her glass, "Secretary Song, here’s to you as well."

"Alright." Song Guanchao dared not make any excuses and swiftly drank up.

Secretary Sun was sour beside them.

Before Song Guanchao came to the City Committee, he prided himself as the top secretary, charismatic and good-looking.

After he arrived, the City Committee underwent a sea change, and no one took him seriously anymore.

He felt somewhat depressed, burying his head in his meal, unwilling to invite further embarrassment.

After dining and wining, the group stood up to leave.

Because they were in the guesthouse, no matter how madly Fu Ying fancied Song Guanchao, she had to hold back.

Once they returned to their rooms, she started tapping out messages to chat with Song Guanchao.

"That Miss Lin looked at you quite strangely, huh?"

"Don’t be ridiculous, she’s a journalist from the Ministry of Propaganda. How could she possibly be interested in me?"

"So, you’re interested in her?"

"..." Can’t we have a normal conversation!

Song Guanchao changed the topic: "After Dujiang City’s massive purge, the vacant positions will see the city’s leaders showcasing their talents. You and Secretary Zhang need to coordinate well, striving to keep major power in your hands."

The local faction being wiped out in one swoop was good news for Zhang Meilin and Fu Ying.

This allowed them to completely control Dujiang City without worrying about the local faction being insubordinate.

And the officials coming in after were transfers from other places, without ties or power locally.

If they refused to obey, Zhang Meilin could simply sideline them.

In other words, the current Zhang Meilin was the real power in Dujiang City, holding absolute power!

As long as Zhang Meilin himself wasn’t incompetent, Dujiang City would become his springboard to climbing into the prefecture-level city or provincial governments.

And for Fu Ying, backed by Song Guanchao and Wu Qiangwei.

As long as they did not make major mistakes, the two of them would only work together more seamlessly.

Should Zhang Meilin rise in rank, Fu Ying would also be able to climb higher.

"Are you back?" Wu Qiangwei’s message suddenly popped up.

"I’m back."

"Come to the City Committee tomorrow morning, I have something to discuss with you."

"It’s the weekend tomorrow, you’re still working, Secretary?"

"Mhm, get some rest early."

The night went by without further conversation.

Early the next day, Fu Ying and Lin Wanqiu were in the buffet restaurant, but did not see Song Guanchao.

He had gotten up early, had breakfast and rushed to the City Committee.

It was only eight-thirty, and Wu Qiangwei was already there.

"Secretary, what did you want to see me for?"

"In the next few days, a lot of people are going to contact you. I’m giving you a heads-up not to make any casual promises."

"Contact me?" Song Guanchao was puzzled.

Wu Qiangwei explained, "Nearly all the top and deputy leaders of Dujiang City’s municipal departments have fallen. These positions are coveted not just by Lingjiang, but also by the provincial capital and other cities."

"One thing that’s certain is that the new leadership team for Dujiang City will be appointed from outside."

"I’ve already received some information that some cities have suggested to the provincial government to exclude Lingjiang City from the ’external appointment’ category."

Song Guanchao frowned, "They’re so shameless?"

Wu Qiangwei was calm, "Such is the nature of officialdom."

"A large-scale anti-corruption movement like Dujiang City’s doesn’t happen often nationwide. Suddenly, with so many positions open, anyone would be tempted. Whether they catch a date or not, it’s worth a shot; even if they don’t get anything, they lose nothing."

"You’ve made great achievements this time, and in the next few days, a lot of people will contact you, hoping to use your credentials to recommend leaders to take positions in Dujiang City to the provincial government. Keep that in mind and be prepared, so you’re not at a loss when taking calls."

Song Guanchao was still doubtful, "I don’t have that much influence, do I?"

Wu Qiangwei said, "You underestimate your own influence. You were very prominent in this operation. Most importantly, you’re clean and showed a determination to be uncompromising with corruption."

"In other words, you’re like an unsheathed sword, representing fairness and justice. Your recommendation might even carry more weight than even Secretary Lu’s."

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