Title: Reborn in Handong, Starting with an Investment in Gao Yuliang

When Liang Cheng entered, he was very direct: he came empty-handed, just to catch up with old friends.

But Chen Yanshi clearly didn't believe it.

Liang Cheng didn't beat around the bush.

It seems unsurprising that Chen Yanshi would say that.

It was as if they had anticipated Chen Yanshi's question.

He nodded.

"It's definitely not just about reminiscing."

Chen Yanshi stared at him.

"For what reason?"

"I'd like to learn about someone from you."

"Who?"

Liang Cheng put down his teacup.

"Ji Changming".

The living room fell silent again.

Chen Yanshi did not answer immediately.

A few seconds later.

He folded the newspapers on the table again and placed them aside.

"What do you want to know from me?"

"I want to know if Chi Chang-ming is currently preparing to align himself with Chung Heping."

Liang Cheng stated directly, "Next week's political and legal funding coordination meeting, ostensibly about researching funding, is actually an opportunity for Zhong Heping to make contact with the prosecutor's office."

"I'd like to hear your opinion."

Chen Yanshi's face darkened completely.

Why are you asking this?

Chen Yanshi's tone was not as calm as before.

"Ji Changming is the chief prosecutor, not an official from any particular faction."

"His willingness to attend the meeting organized by the provincial government is simply a normal performance of his duties. As for what he and Zhong Heping discussed, that's a matter between them."

Liang Cheng did not refute.

"You're right."

"If you know you shouldn't ask, why do you still ask?"

"Because the competition in Handong is no longer just about economic projects."

Liang Cheng said, "The balance of power between Zhong Heping and Secretary Lu is shifting. After Yi Xuexi enters Jingzhou, the municipal government team will undergo a new period of adjustment."

"Suda New City is located in the southern suburbs. The project is under the responsibility of Li Dakang. The municipal party secretary has been replaced by Chen Jianguo. However, Zhong Heping has pushed Yi Xuexi into the project. It certainly wasn't just to add an executive vice mayor to Jingzhou."

"I need to understand the trends and dynamics in officialdom. This is a normal judgment, not an attempt to interfere in the work of the Censorate."

Chen Yanshi leaned back on the sofa.

"Did your father send you?"

"no."

Liang Cheng shook his head.

"My father only knew that I came to see Chen Hai, and reminded me not to put on airs in front of you, and not to use Chen Hai to inquire about the case."

"As for Ji Changming's attitude, I want to confirm it myself."

Chen Yanshi stared at him for a while.

"You're quite frank."

"If you keep going around in circles, you'll still have to ask in the end, so there's no need to waste time."

Liang Cheng said, "I won't ask about the specific cases, nor will I ask Chen Hai to do anything for me. I just want to know if Ji Changming will completely side with Zhong Heping."

Chen Hai, who was sitting next to him, also spoke up when he heard this.

"Dad, I know I shouldn't be the one asking this question."

"But I'm at the prosecutor's office, and I can sense some changes in how the quarterly prosecutors arrange my work recently."

"I don't want to get involved in any of their conflicts, but I really want to know what kind of person Ji Jian really thinks of me."

Chen Yanshi looked at his son.

"Why do you want to know this?"

"At least I know what I should do."

Chen Hai replied, "If he only has a problem with me personally, I can prove myself with my work. But if he sees me as a spy planted by one side, then nothing I do will put his mind at ease."

"I can't keep guessing forever."

Chen Yanshi did not respond immediately.

The light from inside the room fell on his face, and his brows were furrowed.

He had a lot of dealings with Ji Changming when he worked at the procuratorate.

Ji Changming is a senior and cautious man who rarely expresses his opinion on major issues.

What the other party values ​​most is not who is supporting them behind the scenes, nor how much benefit they can receive, but whether the procedures they have can stand firm.

Even the most cautious person has their own temper.

Liang Qunfeng's bypassing of Ji Changming to push forward the investigation into Zhao Ruilong's case has already damaged his authority.

Chen Yanshi understood perfectly.

Ji Changming kept this matter in mind.

At this moment, I heard Liang Cheng and Chen Hai's words.

Chen Yanshi finally spoke.

"I can share my opinion."

"But this is just my judgment, and it may not be correct."

Liang Cheng nodded.

"Go ahead and say it."

"Based on my understanding of Ji Changming, he will not completely side with Zhong Heping."

Chen Yanshi glanced at the group.

"Ji Changming is a cautious person, especially at his age. He wouldn't risk his future and the reputation of the procuratorate because of a meeting or a few promises."

"In the current situation in Handong, Zhong Heping is weak, while Lu Kangcheng is strong."

"At this point, it's impossible for Ji Changming to openly side with Zhong Heping."

Chen Hai seemed to be deep in thought.

"Will he reject Chung Heping?"

"No, not either."

Chen Yanshi answered quickly.

"Zhong Heping is the governor, and the provincial government can naturally guide the work of the procuratorate."

He will attend the meeting as scheduled and will report on the issues seriously.

"If Chung Heping makes reasonable requests that do not violate regulations and do not involve specific cases, Chi Changming will not refuse them outright."

Upon hearing this, Liang Cheng understood what Chen Yanshi meant.

Ji Changming will not reject Zhong Heping's overtures, but he will not take sides for Zhong Heping.

Chen Yanshi continued, "What Ji Changming wants is the authority of the Provincial Procuratorate, not any position given to him after he wins."

"As long as Chung Ho-ping does not interfere in the case or ask the prosecutor's office to speak up for certain people, Chi Chang-ming may accept his goodwill."

"But when it comes to crucial moments, he will still act according to his own judgment."

Qi Tongwei listened intently.

"Doesn't that mean you don't offend either side?"

"It's not about offending neither side."

Chen Yanshi looked at Qi Tongwei.

"He was protecting his escape route."

"Zhong Heping's momentum isn't strong right now, but no one can guarantee what will happen in two months. Lu Kangcheng holds the position of provincial party secretary, controls the discipline inspection commission, and also has the public security bureau under his control."

"Ji Changming will not tie himself to any one ship."

Liang Cheng leaned back in his chair, quickly processing the information in his mind.

Ji Changming did have a choice.

The other party's choice is to make no choice.

Accept Zhong Heping's contact, maintain working cooperation, and refrain from making political statements.

This approach may seem conservative, but it is very much in line with Ji Changming's personality.

"Ji Changming is indeed experienced."

Liang Cheng said, "Zhong Heping gives him respect and work support, while Secretary Lu wields real power. He won't completely offend anyone, nor will he completely trust anyone."

Chen Yanshi did not accept his evaluation.

"Don't underestimate Ji Changming."

"He doesn't want to benefit from both sides; he wants to prevent the prosecutor's office from being taken over by either side."

"Today he can accept Chung Ho-ping's support, but tomorrow he can argue with your father about procedural issues."

"He would block anyone who tried to get things done through the prosecutor's office."

After hearing this, the gloom on Chen Hai's face did not completely disappear.

"And what about me?"