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Chapter 1103 - Chapter 1103 Chapter 1059 Seething with Killing Intent

Chapter 1103: Chapter 1059: Seething with Killing Intent Chapter 1103: Chapter 1059: Seething with Killing Intent Hongjiang City International Airport

On the tarmac, led by Nie Zhenbang, all members of the Hongjiang Provincial Committee’s standing committee were standing here, and soon, the working group led by Secretary Liu Zhenjun of the Disciplinary Committee would arrive in Hongjiang.

Nie Zhenbang had returned to Hongjiang one day earlier than Liu Zhenjun. After receiving definite news from Liang Yuan, Zhenbang booked his return ticket to Hongjiang at noon that day. After a phone call with Director Fang Li from the Central Office and the secretaries of Liang Yuan and President Mu, Jiang Yitao, Nie Zhenbang left Jingcheng.

This news was quite shocking. Historically, it was rare to see the head of the Central Discipline Inspection Commission personally leading a team.

Previously, there was a time in Wanghai City. Even so, the main responsibility was held by the “Iron Lady” Deputy Secretary Liu Wei.

Now, the situation in Hongjiang Province had necessitated the personal presence of Liu Zhenjun. This fact alone revealed the palpable aura of authority. Liu Zhenjun’s reputation was not for nothing; it was earned through decisive actions.

On Nie Zhenbang’s left and right were Fang Yuanshan and Qin Guanghan. Fang Yuanshan appeared rather haggard, as someone with significant backing, he had also received a message sent by Old Fang. Within one day, the Discipline Inspection Commission’s Hongjiang working group was established, with Liu Zhenjun personally leading the team.

Old Fang’s message was clear, maintain direction and stabilize one’s own position. Fang Yuanshan understood the implicit advice to protect himself wisely.

“They’re arriving, Secretary. The plane is about to land,” mentioned the provincial committee’s Secretary-General Xu Hongzhuan nearby.

In the skies above the airport, a Boeing airplane, having lined up with the runway, was descending toward the airport. It landed, slowed down, and taxied smoothly and coherently.

The plane came to a stable stop in the designated open spot, and the stair truck approached. Below, a red carpet had been rolled out, and the Provincial Committee’s motorcade was parked nearby, primarily consisting of Coaster business vans.

The central leadership advocated for frugality; from President Qiao on down, the leaders traveled simply, without extravagant welcomes or farewells, and without presenting flowers. This practice had, after nearly two years of implementation, begun to influence leaders at the grassroots level throughout the country.

At this time, Hongjiang Province would naturally be no exception. Presenting flowers by some ceremonial ladies to welcome Liu Zhenjun would not be currying favor but actively asking for criticism.

The aeroplane’s cabin door opened, and the first to emerge was none other than Secretary Liu Zhenjun from the Central Discipline Inspection Commission. His tall frame, stern expression, and piercing gaze looked down upon the people of Hongjiang Province. This commanding presence made every official from Hongjiang tense up–this kind of authority was certainly not just for show.

Descending the stairway slowly, looking at the welcoming officials, Liu Zhenjun said, “Comrade Zhenbang, what’s with the red carpet? It’s too extravagant and wasteful.”

Nie Zhenbang gave an awkward smile, appearing somewhat embarrassed, and responded with a smile, “Secretary Liu is right to criticize; in the future, we will definitely pay attention.”

After shaking hands with Nie Zhenbang, and as Fang Yuanshan on Nie Zhenbang’s left had been preparing to step forward, even revealing a smile on his face at the moment,

Liu Zhenjun suddenly turned around, surveying everyone from Hongjiang, a move that left Fang Yuanshan in immense embarrassment as he withdrew without a word.

At this moment, Liu Zhenjun spoke up, “All Hongjiang Provincial Committee leadership team members are here. Would Comrade He Yusheng and Comrade Li Yihong please step forward.”

At the sound of his words, both He Yusheng and Li Yihong were startled and stepped forward. He Yusheng, with a smile on his face, greeted Liu Zhenjun, “Secretary Liu Zhenjun, welcome to Hongjiang to inspect our work.”

Liu Zhenjun gestured slightly, and his staff followed suit. Looking at He Yusheng and Li Yihong, Liu Zhenjun said, “Comrades He Yusheng and Li Yihong, by the entrustment of the Central Government and according to the decision of the Central Standing Committee, the organization has decided to place both of you under shuanggui (dual designation). From this moment on, you are to obey the organization’s arrangements and cooperate with the investigation work.”

This move shocked not only He Yusheng and Li Yihong. Seeing Li Yihong’s pale face, He Yusheng was somewhat better off, while Li Yihong felt as if he could not stand steady, as if the sky was falling, realizing he had been placed under shuanggui by the Central Discipline Inspection Commission.

He Yusheng had an awkward expression, clearly not expecting Liu Zhenjun to announce such a directive immediately upon disembarking. This was completely out of the ordinary.

Not just unexpected by He Yusheng, but even Fang Yuanshan and Nie Zhenbang were taken aback. Liu Zhenjun’s decisive action left quite an impact. Taking He Yusheng and Li Yihong away as soon as he stepped off the plane sent a clear message, not only impacting the leadership within Hongjiang Province but serving as a deterrence.

The message to those below was clear: if the Deputy Provincial Governor and Minister Li were placed under shuanggui, what did that mean for the rest of us?

Nie Zhenbang inwardly had to admire Liu Zhenjun’s move; it was brilliantly executed, truly living up to his formidable reputation.

In the meantime, following Liu Zhenjun’s declaration of the Central Committee’s resolution, two staff members came forward and escorted He Yusheng and Li Yihong away.

The work of greeting and settling in only meant we were finally back on track. Liu Zhenjun boarded the Coaster business van ahead, turned around, and said, “Comrade Zhenbang and Comrade Yuanshan, join me.”

After the main leaders got on the vehicle, the others all followed suit, and the motorcade left the airport directly.

On the vehicle, Liu Zhenjun slowly began to speak, “Comrades Zhenbang and Yuanshan, this time, the major incident that occurred in Hongjiang Province is quite clear, and the stance from the higher-ups is very explicit. I believe there is no need for me to repeat it. Going forward, the work of stabilization and pacification within Hongjiang Province will require your sincere unity and cooperation.”

As he spoke, Liu Zhenjun turned to look at Fang Yuanshan beside him, “Comrade Yuanshan, the logistical arrangements for this task force still need to be coordinated by Hongjiang Province.”

As Liu’s voice trailed off, Fang Yuanshan nodded and said, “Secretary Liu, as for the accommodations for the task force, the province has also convened a specific meeting. Two places have been confirmed; one is the Provincial Committee Hotel here, and the other is the Provincial Military Command’s guest house.”

Fang Yuanshan’s demeanor remained calm, revealing no significant agitation. He was well aware that the tide had turned. His entanglement with He Yusheng was nothing more than a confluence of interests. He needed to secure his position in Hongjiang Province, while He Yusheng was hoping to gain an advantage. It was a perfect match.

Now that He Yusheng was implicated in some serious disciplinary violations, the cooperation with him had naturally come to an end, followed by official business being conducted impartially.

When the walls fall, everyone pushes, and there is no shame in that. Not joining in the fray would already be showing enough respect to He Yusheng.

“The conditions and facilities of the Provincial Committee Hotel are quite convenient on all fronts. The Eight One Hotel of the Military District is a long-term partner of the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission. Currently, there’s also a task force staying there. The conditions are naturally inferior, but the confidentiality and security are considerably stronger.”

Fang Yuanshan did his duty diligently, carefully analyzing the pros and cons of the two places. Liu Zhenjun listened, pondered for a moment, and then said, “Let’s choose the Military District guest house. Collaborating with the Military District has been an established fact for the Discipline Inspection Commission, not just for a day or two. Throughout the country, this has been the norm. Though the conditions are somewhat lacking compared to local hotels, the security and confidentiality of the Military District guest house are beyond what local hotels can offer.”

Truly a person of resolute actions, Liu Zhenjun’s mind was powerful and his will firm, traits that were extremely rare.

The vehicle drove directly into the Military District. Before the arrival of the task force, some matters had already been arranged, and now, the task force’s check-in was just a matter of going with the flow.

After the accommodations were settled, Nie Zhenbang just suggested inviting Liu Zhenjun for a meal when he was directly turned down by Liu.

The double designation of He Yusheng and Li Yihong by the task force immediately caused a huge commotion within Hongjiang Province. The leaders in the province felt as if they were under the sword of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection’s task force.

Yet, the matter was far from over. On the second day after the task force’s arrival, Xie Guangtong, the deputy governor in charge at the Provincial Government, had just started his workday when Xu Hongzhuan, the Provincial Committee’s Secretary-General, approached him with four staff members.

Xie Guangtong was somewhat surprised and was about to speak when Xu Hongzhuan said, “Deputy Governor Xie, these are comrades from the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection’s task force. They wish to speak with you to understand some matters.”

On the second day of the task force’s arrival, Xie Guangtong was taken away.

On the third day, Wu Guangshun, the head of the Provincial Transportation Department, was also taken away for investigation. Within just a few days, three vice-ministerial level officials, plus another departmental-level official, were taken away, causing a tremendous sensation throughout the province.

And that wasn’t all. At a time when the whole province’s officials thought the task force was full of killing intent, news came from the task force once again.

The coordination staff sent by the Hongjiang Provincial Committee conveyed Liu Zhenjun’s message that cooperation from the Hongjiang Provincial Department of Public Security was needed.

At the Department of Public Security, Chen Le quickly responded, dispatching an efficient team. Led by the task force’s staff, they conducted a raid and sealed off a house in the old city area of Hongcheng. Right there, in a hideaway within the toilet, a large amount of illicit money and goods were seized.

Although it wasn’t clear at the moment who the items belonged to, things were virtually certain.

After this case, the task force shifted to a quieter phase in their work. Concurrently, with the cooperation from the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission, a number of county and divisional level officials in the province were successively taken away for double designation.

As January neared its end, there was less than half a month to go until the New Year. Just when everyone thought the task force’s work would enter a period of stability,

the central leadership made new moves. The Organization Department posted official announcements of personnel appointments and dismissals on its website and in newspapers.

He Yusheng was relieved of his duties as a standing member and member of the Hongjiang Provincial Committee and was proposed to the Hongjiang Provincial People’s Congress for removal from his post as deputy governor. The same applied to Li Yihong and Xie Guangtong.

If the double designation was seen as a deterrent before, this move was serious business. With their positions removed, the province’s officials were all stirred up. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian (NovelFire.net) to vote for recommendation tickets and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)