Official excuse: I've put you on patrol in Handong, and the whole province is in a panic.

To put it bluntly, Cheng Du didn't commit any major mistakes, but he was a typical lawless person who only cared about his superiors and didn't even care about himself.

It belongs to a loyal dog, or perhaps a capable assistant...

I actually need this kind of person quite a bit when I'm handling cases in Jingzhou.

Most importantly, he also served as the director of the Guangming District Public Security Bureau, possessing ample work experience and considerable ability...

If there's a chance to save him, we might as well try, even if it means raising him as a suicide soldier.

Then, he can be entrusted with tasks involving charging into battle and risking his life...

To put it bluntly, it's a kind of waste utilization.

Thinking about this...

Su Zhe decided to talk to Cheng Du to see what was going on.

......

When Cheng Du arrived at the inspection team's residence, he carried his briefcase himself and put his mobile phone in a sealed bag. Changshan followed behind him, his face expressionless.

In the interview room, Su Zhe sat on one side of the table, Yang Hong was in charge of taking notes, and Li Wei sat near the door. Recording equipment and blank interview transcripts were placed on the table.

After entering, Cheng Du glanced at the room's layout and then stood in front of the table.

His expression was somewhat complicated.

Su Zhe glanced at the degree and smiled slightly.

"Please have a seat!"

Cheng Du sat down obediently in front of Su Zhe.

Looking at Su Zhe's face, he couldn't help but feel a pang of emotion.

28 years old...

This guy, even if he were in his own Guangming District Public Security Bureau, he wouldn't even be able to get a deputy director position.

How did Su Zhe become a deputy director-level official?

Even now, his every word and action can terrify the provincial leaders!

Cheng Du was still standing there, stunned.

Yang Hong frowned and said, "Comrade Cheng Du, the team leader invites you to sit down. Please sit down, okay?"

Cheng Du then came to his senses and realized that the two people in front of him were staring at him.

Feeling somewhat flustered, he quickly bowed and said, "Yes...yes! Sirs, I'm sorry, I was lost in thought just now. I'll sit down right away!"

Su Zhe said calmly, "It's alright, sit down first, and we can talk slowly."

Hearing Su Zhe's words.

Cheng Du sat down obediently.

The briefcase was placed on his lap, his hands pressing against the surface of the bag.

"Team Leader Su, I'm here to proactively explain the issues to the inspection team."

Su Zhe didn't rush to ask, but glanced at Yang Hong beside him.

Yang Hong immediately stood up and placed a piece of paper in front of Cheng Du.

"This is a notification of the interview. Actively explaining the issues does not automatically absolve you of responsibility. Concealing information, downplaying the severity of the situation, transferring evidence, colluding with others, or resisting organizational investigation will all result in more severe penalties. Please read and sign this."

Cheng Du picked up the pen and made a heavy stroke in the name column when he signed.

"I see."

Once everything is ready, etc.

Su Zhe asked, "Tell me, who arranged for those police cars and uniforms that went to demolish the Dafeng factory?"

Du Cheng kept his head down.

"I coordinated the police car with the office, and I had the equipment department take the old police uniform, ostensibly to cooperate with the district's drills, but in reality, I handed it over to Chang Chenghu of the demolition company."

Yang Hong looked up at him, then continued taking notes.

Su Zhe asked, "Why is Chang Chenghu looking for you? What's your relationship with him?"

Cheng Du said, "He is my cousin. Antai Demolition Service Company usually takes on projects in Guangming District and has dealings with multiple departments in the district. He said that the Dafeng Factory incident was just to scare the workers and make a show of it. Once the machinery is pushed in, it will become a reality."

Su Zhe put down his pen.

"Does intimidating workers require police cars and uniforms?"

Du Cheng's face tightened.

"Team Leader Su, I know this is not a valid reason."

Su Zhe said, "Since you've come to me, you need to make things clear. There's no reason why you can't get things done with me."

Cheng Du looked up at Su Zhe, then at Yang Hong and Li Wei.

"I provided police cars and uniforms mainly so that my cousin Chang Chenghu could complete the demolition work as soon as possible."

Su Zhe looked up at Cheng Du, whose voice recorder was still glowing red.

"You just said you helped Chang Chenghu because he's your cousin."

Cheng Du's body tensed up a little, and he nodded, saying, "Yes, Team Leader Su, Chang Chenghu is indeed my cousin."

Su Zhe said calmly, "You're quite generous to think that a police station chief can throw principles and discipline to the wind just because of family ties. Don't you know how serious the consequences will be?"

Cheng Du's lips moved, but he didn't respond.

Yang Hong looked up at Cheng Du, his pen nib remaining on the paper.

Li Wei, sitting by the door, also turned his gaze over.

Su Zhe continued, "Did you take any benefits?"

The degree immediately rose.

"No, Team Leader Su, we really don't have that."

Cheng Du looked down at his knees, the metal clasp on his briefcase making a soft click as he pressed it.

"Boss, I admit that we sometimes eat and drink together, and during holidays he sometimes brings cigarettes, alcohol, and tea to my house... but I've never accepted any large sums of money!"

Su Zhe asked, "Hmm?" He continued, "Then why did you take such a huge risk to help him? Because you're kind? What you've done isn't a kind deed at all!"

Cheng Du moved his hand on the briefcase, then pressed the buttons back up.

"Relatives are one aspect."

Su Zhe leaned back in his chair.

"Anything else?"

Cheng Du looked up at Su Zhe, then quickly looked down again.

"Team Leader Su, I've said it before, could you please give me a chance? At least... keep my job..."

Su Zhe smiled.

"The opportunity is not something I promise; it depends on your performance. If you are only performing like this, you can talk to me in another place, such as the Jingzhou Anti-Corruption Education Base."

Hearing Su Zhe's words.

Cheng Du's complexion worsened.

What is an anti-corruption education base? It's a place where the Discipline Inspection Commission specifically detains and investigates officials...

To put it bluntly, Su Zhe no longer wants to talk to me!

The explanations he had prepared became useless after Su Zhe's words.

The young deputy team leader sat there, not slamming his fist on the table or scolding anyone, but Cheng Du felt that his own thoughts were laid bare and could not be hidden.

Having worked in the public security system for so many years, he has seen ruthless people and also those who are good at putting on airs.

But the person in front of me is different.

Su Zhe didn't give him a way out, nor did he give him any emotional support. He simply broke down the problem layer by layer, letting him fall into it on his own.

Cheng Du gritted his teeth.

"Team Leader Su, to be honest, I was forced into this situation."

Su Zhe looked at him.

"Who forced you?"

Cheng Du raised his head and said helplessly, "Li Dakang, the Party Secretary of Jingzhou City!"

"After the incident at Dafeng Factory last night, Secretary Li immediately said that he would investigate, deal with it, and take off my police uniform."

"Team Leader Su, I admit I made a mistake. I shouldn't have lent the police car, I shouldn't have lent the police uniform, and I shouldn't have let Chang Chenghu go after Dafeng Factory."

"But if this matter is handled seriously, my life will be over."

Su Zhe asked, "So you came to the inspection team because you think the punishment we'll give you will be less severe than the punishment from the disciplinary committee?"