Name: My father is Zhao Dehan, and I hope he will become a dragon!

That evening, Zhao Chongming returned to his office and stared at the real-time transaction records on his computer screen.

Ouyang Jing just swiped her credit card for 48 yuan at the Hermès boutique downstairs from the Jinling Hotel to buy a crocodile Birkin bag.

He smiled slightly and gently pressed the Enter key.

The system automatically packages and encrypts transaction records, POS merchant IDs, and bank card binding information to generate a complete "Suspicious Fund Flow Analysis Report".

"The chain of evidence is complete." Zhao Chongming sneered. "That old hag, she really knows how to spend money!"

He then dialed Zhao Dehan's number.

At this moment, Zhao Dehan had just finished his field visit to the Lincheng Development Zone and was sitting in his hotel room, reviewing his itinerary for the next day.

When my phone rang, I saw it was my son calling and answered it immediately.

"Dad, I've run into a bit of trouble. Ouyang Jing has taken the money."

Zhao Chongming cut to the chase: "Seventy-five million in kickbacks!"

"What?" Zhao Dehan was stunned. "She doesn't know who you are?"

"To be honest, I don't know if she knew or not, but it was just that smooth!"

Zhao Chongming sighed helplessly. He felt that in terms of absurdity, Ouyang Jing was even worse than Zhao Ruilong. At least Zhao Ruilong knew that there were some people he couldn't offend and that he couldn't treat officials like Japanese. But Ouyang Jing was different. She was the best of the best, lawless, ignorant and fearless!

Subsequently, Zhao Chongming stated: "I didn't give them the full 75 million, but I did receive a 3 million deposit first, and they even used my card to buy a bag—the spending records and bank statements are all in my possession, the entire chain of evidence is closed!"

There was a few seconds of silence on the other end of the phone.

"...Should we report this directly to Sha Ruijin?"

Zhao Dehan lowered his voice, "This is a major lead on economic crimes, involving Li Dakang's spouse, and has a very negative impact."

"No," Zhao Chongming said firmly. "If this gets out now, Li Dakang won't be able to stand firm in the Standing Committee. Sha Ruijin has made him a model of reform; if you expose his dirty laundry now, it's like slapping Sha Ruijin in the face."

Just kidding, if Li Dakang is defeated, Gao Yuliang will be flying to the sky.

Currently, the two major political forces in Handong Province are Sha Ruijin and Li Dakang.

Zhao Dehan frowned: "Then what should we do? Let her continue her evil deeds?"

"What kind of evil is this!" Zhao Chongming chuckled. "I reckon Li Dakang doesn't know about this. He can't possibly be unaware of the significance of my investment in Handong, and he would never allow Ouyang Jing to act recklessly. So… I reckon Li Dakang doesn't even know his wife is doing this behind his back!"

Zhao Dehan nodded: "That makes sense!"

Zhao Chongming paused, then slowly said, "Tomorrow, have a private talk with Li Dakang. Explain what happened, just say that you've suppressed this matter, and ask him what he thinks!"

Zhao Dehan suddenly realized, a glint of light flashing in his eyes: "You mean... to completely pull him to our side?"

"It doesn't necessarily mean he's on our side; owing him a favor is enough!" Zhao Chongming said calmly, continuing, "If you were the provincial party secretary, he would absolutely treat your instructions as the highest directive. You're just the vice governor now, not even the executive director, so he can't possibly obey you. But it's always good to have more friends!"

"it is good."

Zhao Dehan said in a deep voice, "I'll talk to him first thing tomorrow morning. I'll deliver this favor for you."

"OK!"

Zhao Chongming's tone softened: "I want Li Dakang to know that it's not that I want to get back at him, but that his wife is greedy and has done countless things behind his back!"

"You don't need to tell me that, I know what to do!"

Early morning in Lincheng Development Zone.

A vast expanse of blue water, where egrets skim across the surface.

Along both sides of the lakeside road, tea trees sway like waves, their new buds sprouting green. In the distance, colorful flags for the 5th "Handong Lake Cycling Invitational Race" flutter in the wind.

Sha Ruijin stood on the observation deck, squinting as he gazed into the distance.

Zhao Dehan stood by, his expression calm.

Li Dakang had just arrived from Jingzhou, his forehead slightly sweaty, his shirt sleeves rolled up to his forearms—a typical pragmatic style.

"Old Li!"

Sha Ruijin suddenly spoke up, "Back then, when you moved the municipal party committee and government from the subsidence area, how many people thought you were crazy?"

Li Dakang smiled wryly: "Even my wife said, 'Li Dakang, you're gambling your political life on a pile of filth.'"

"But you won the bet." Sha Ruijin turned around, his eyes blazing. "Green mountains and clear waters, thousands of acres of tea gardens, billions in output value—you have left Handong a gold mine and set a mirror for those who come after you."

Zhao Dehan interjected at the opportune moment, his tone tinged with respect: "If it were me, I really couldn't do it. To withstand the pressure, coordinate with all parties, and persuade Secretary Zhao Lichun... that kind of courage isn't something everyone has."

Li Dakang waved his hand modestly.

The three of them rode bicycles and chatted about the history of Lin City.

During the break, Zhao Dehan took a step closer and lowered his voice: "Secretary Li, there's something I need to tell you privately."

The two lagged a few steps behind, avoiding the accompanying personnel.

"About Ouyang Jing?" Li Dakang's expression changed drastically, and his voice tightened.

Zhao Dehan nodded: "Last night, Chongming invited her to dinner at the Jinling Hotel. She asked for a 75 million yuan kickback and also demanded that the loan go through the Shanshui Group with double the interest."

Li Dakang was struck dumb.

I feel like my brain isn't working properly.

After a long silence, he finally spoke, "What...what did you say?"

Zhao Dehan briefly recounted the events of the previous night to Li Dakang.

Li Dakang's face was pale, and after a long pause, he managed to squeeze out, "...She's gone mad!"

"She's not crazy."

Zhao Dehan said calmly, "She thinks no one dares to touch her. Secretary Li, over the years, she's done quite a few big things behind your back!"

Li Dakang suddenly looked up: "President Zhao...does he have evidence?"

"Bank cards, transaction records, everything is complete."

Zhao Dehan paused, "But he didn't hand it over to the Discipline Inspection Commission, nor did he tell Secretary Sha—he told me to tell you first."

Li Dakang froze, a complex mix of emotions flashing in his eyes: shock, shame, gratitude... which ultimately turned into a long sigh.

"President Zhao... Gao Yi."

His voice was hoarse: "I, Li Dakang, will remember this favor for the rest of my life."

"Don't thank him." Zhao Dehan shook his head: "Secretary Li is a man of action; he can't be ruined by a woman."

Li Dakang's eyes were slightly red, and he nodded emphatically: "I'll take care of it immediately. The divorce proceedings will be completed today."

A moment later, the three reunited.

Sha Ruijin was listening to Secretary Zhou Guichun introduce the organic certification system of the bio-park when he saw Li Dakang return and said with a smile, "Old Li, I heard you and Ouyang Jing have been separated for eight years?"

Li Dakang was taken aback, then admitted frankly, "Yes. For the sake of the child, and also for the sake of saving face, I've been dragging my feet on getting a divorce."

"And now?" Sha Ruijin asked.

"Now..." Li Dakang took a deep breath: "She's going to settle in the United States. According to central regulations, if a spouse emigrates, I must resign."

Sha Ruijin frowned: "No! The reforms in Handong have just begun; you, the vanguard officer, cannot be withdrawn!"

Li Dakang sighed: "Actually, our relationship broke down a long time ago!"

"Since the relationship has broken down, I don't think separating sooner is a bad thing!" Zhao Dehan smiled, his gaze falling on Sha Ruijin: "Secretary Sha, don't you think?"

"If that's the case!" Sha Ruijin nodded. "You should get a divorce! I support you. The organization needs cadres like you!"

Li Dakang solemnly said, "Secretary Sha, I assure you—I have never instructed Ouyang Jing to do anything illegal."

"I trust you."

Sha Ruijin nodded, but then changed the subject, "But there are a lot of rumors circulating outside. Some people say she's using your name to collect money, approve loans, and interfere in projects..."

Li Dakang gritted his teeth: "If she has truly committed any illegal or disorderly conduct—I support her arrest! I will absolutely not cover it up!"

Sha Ruijin stared at him for a few seconds, finally revealing a slight smile: "Good. This is the Li Dakang I know."