Police Chief's Anti-Organized Crime Storm

After hanging up the phone, Ma Guoliang's mind was still unsettled. The county magistrate concurrently serving as the police chief was not a common practice in peacetime. It was a system established in the early days of the country for the convenience of management. It seemed that the higher-ups were very dissatisfied with Gaoshan County and were going to use the power of the police to manage the county.

Hmph, so what if they're police? As long as Ma Guoliang is around, no one can touch a single blade of grass or tree in Gaoshan County. No matter who Lin Ying is, whether he's a dragon or a tiger, he'll have to coil up for him or lie down for him. Damn it, the Public Security Bureau Chief, acting county head, and deputy secretary of the county party committee—he'll see what Lin Ying is capable of.

A bombshell announcement in the Gaoshan County Party Committee's work group immediately sent shockwaves through the entire Gaoshan County Party Committee, the County Government Office, and the Public Security Bureau. Everyone was stunned by the news; the three major government agencies in Gaoshan County were in complete chaos.

Almost everyone sensed something unusual.

"Wow, is that amazing? Who is this god?"

"Yes, with the county government office and the public security bureau at his disposal, this leader is really something!"

"I heard it's a woman, and a retired military officer at that."

"Wait, are military veterans really that powerful now? Weren't they usually demoted when they went to civilian jobs? Are they really that sought after now? I wish I had joined the army a few years ago."

"Stop being sarcastic. I heard he came from the special forces, and he's an instructor, I think he's from the South China Military Region's Special Operations Brigade."

"Damn, is it that scary? I heard everyone from that military region is a tough guy. Are they going to hunt tigers in Gaoshan County?"

"Don't talk nonsense, be careful!"

The person who had just spoken in the group quickly deleted the message. After all, this was a work group. Even though there was no leader present, who knew if there were any of the leader's confidants in there?

Soon, the news spread throughout Gaoshan County, and everyone was filled with curiosity about the soon-to-be-appointed police chief. However, a few people were restless and uneasy.

Liu Yixiong lit cigarette after cigarette, filling the room with the smell of smoke. He was in a terrible mood. The person who came was the acting county magistrate and police chief. What did this arrangement signify? Everyone knew perfectly well that such a combination hadn't been seen in all these years. The higher-ups were sending a signal, a terrible signal.

This shows that the higher-ups are extremely dissatisfied with the Gaoshan County Public Security System, and also extremely dissatisfied with the county government. Neither he nor Zhao Yuma were promoted, which means they must have been targeted by the higher-ups.

Liu Yixiong felt somewhat apprehensive. He had been in Gaoshan County for so many years, and by all accounts, he should have been promoted long ago. However, after all these years, he was still the deputy director, the perennial runner-up. He himself felt itching to sit there, but the higher-ups just wouldn't give him the opportunity. Now it seemed that not only would they not give him the opportunity, but they would never give him the opportunity at all.

Could it be that this time, they really intend to take action against him?

Liu Yixiong was filled with anxiety and couldn't help but dial Ma Guoliang's number again: "Hello, Secretary, are you resting?"

"Not yet, I just left the office. What's wrong?" Ma Guoliang's voice sounded tired; he didn't want to go home tonight.

"Secretary, regarding the matter of the Public Security Bureau Chief concurrently serving as acting county head..."

"Don't overthink it. Over the years, what kind of trials and tribulations haven't we gone through? No matter what the higher-ups are thinking, we shouldn't speculate. Doing our job well and maintaining the stability and tranquility of Gaoshan County is more important than anything else, understand?"

"Yes, I understand, but..." Liu Yixiong hesitated for a moment and didn't continue. Ma Guoliang knew what he wanted to say.

"I made some inquiries, and this is the province's opinion." As soon as Ma Guoliang said this, Liu Yixiong trembled, almost dropping his phone in fright. His heart was pounding. The province's opinion? How could that be?

"Whether it's the province's or the city's opinion, none of that matters. Yixiong, don't overthink it. Otherwise, it won't do us any good. Do you understand?" Ma Guoliang actually disliked Liu Yixiong, but the other party was a veteran policeman with over twenty years of experience. He was meticulous and thorough in his work, and having him around made many things much more convenient for him.

Therefore, he cannot give up on Liu Yixiong for the time being. Moreover, he doesn't know if the other party has any dirt on him. After working together for so many years, he needs to find a time to ask him properly.

After hanging up the phone, Ma Guoliang drove his car into an upscale residential area, where a young and beautiful woman came out to greet him, looking very happy.

Zhao Yuma was in a terrible state. When he saw the eye-catching notice, "Public Security Bureau Chief, Acting County Head, and Deputy Secretary of the County Party Committee," his heart almost jumped out of his throat. What kind of god-like position was this?

Damn, is this even possible? This person controls two major power institutions in Gaoshan County, is he trying to defy the heavens?

Damn it, Zhao Yuma has already served two terms as deputy county head, why can't he be promoted to the full position? Why? Why?

Zhao Yuma really wanted to ask the leaders of the Organization Department of Baiyun City what it meant. He, Zhao Yuma, had devoted himself to Gaoshan County, but in the end, he couldn't even get a proper position.

Zhao Yuma was so frustrated he felt like vomiting blood. He considered calling Ma Guoliang, but after thinking about it, he decided against it. If Ma Guoliang could push him up, he would have been there long ago. He realized that Ma Guoliang simply didn't have the ability.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but pick up the phone and dial another number. He realized that he couldn't rely solely on Ma Guoliang to make progress.

"Hello, is this Secretary Chang? I hope I haven't disturbed your rest?"

"Ah, Deputy County Chief Zhao, what is it? Just say it." Chang Yukun's voice was a little impatient. What's going on in Gaoshan County? Nobody here can give me any peace and quiet.

"There's something I'd like to ask you. I'm wondering if it's convenient for you, but I'd like to report on the work of Gaoshan County to you in person. Also, I'd like to thank you for your support and assistance to Gaoshan County over the years."

Chang Yukun wasn't stupid. He thanked him in person, which meant Zhao Yuma wanted him to do something important.

"How about this weekend? I'll be home on Saturday. Come over, I'll send you my address."

"Okay, okay, thank you, leader!" Zhao Yuma was a little excited. As long as Chang Yukun was willing to help, he was sure he could get up there.

In the hotel, Lin Ying had someone open the USB drive. Since it was left by Gao Lan's liaison, she naturally wanted to take a look.

However, the USB drive was encrypted, and she turned to look at Fatty Xu.

"I'll do it, it's no big deal." After saying that, Xu Pang stepped forward and started operating the computer. However, after a while, Xu Pangzi's brows furrowed and his face turned slightly red.

"This password doesn't seem right."

"What do you mean?" Duan Fei looked at the fat man, somewhat puzzled.

"Whoever set this password must be a top-tier hacker."