Names: Uncle Zhao Mengsheng, Father-in-law Pei Yihong

"After we arrest them tonight, I'll personally treat you to a big meal." Hou Liangping held his phone, the little flame of impatience in his heart flaring up again.

Zhao Dehan was still riding his electric bike even after he had finished get off work.

How infuriating!

Hou Liangping couldn't sit still for a moment.

He strode out and headed straight for Qin Siyuan's office.

He didn't even knock; he just pushed the door open and went in.

Qin Siyuan was leaning back in his chair, slowly wiping his teacup, looking relaxed.

Hou Liangping sat down at the table. "Director Qin, Zhao Dehan has left after get off work!"

"He's already left the Department of Chemicals and Energy. What if he takes the opportunity to abscond? Who will bear the responsibility?"

Qin Siyuan glanced at him, his hands still moving, "Hou Liangping, you're such a little rascal, what are you doing sitting on the table?"

Why are you in such a hurry?

I'm giving you an additional requirement: you absolutely cannot make a move before dark.

If you dare to act without authorization, I'll punish you without hesitation.

Hou Liangping, his face long and his heart heavy with resentment, asked, "Director Qin, where are the paperwork?"

I'm going to arrest them!

Not only Zhao Dehan, but also Ding Yizhen of Dongjingzhou in Hanzhong—two big fish right in front of them, waiting idly was too tedious.

Qin Siyuan put down the wiping cloth and slowly picked up a large teapot from the table.

The white porcelain pot has a capacity of two liters.

"I just brewed a pot of tea. I'll give you the paperwork once you finish this pot."

Hou Liangping stared at the enormous teapot and gritted his teeth.

"Director Qin, it's a deal."

Qin Siyuan laughed, "Monkey, I, Qin Siyuan, always keep my word. My spit is a promise."

Hou Liangping grabbed the teapot, didn't use a teacup at all, and started pouring directly from the spout.

Glug glug!

The sound of drinking water was exceptionally clear.

Hou Liangping was like a traveler who had been thirsty for three days.

Who cares about the consequences, let's just drink it.

Qin Siyuan maintained a spectator's posture, his lips twitching slightly.

He had intended to use the tea to temper Hou Liangping's impatience, which would take at least ten or twenty minutes.

The result was a mere two minutes and forty seconds.

Hou Liangping poured out all three liters of tea, leaving not a single drop.

Hou Liangping wiped his mouth. "Director Qin, I've finished drinking."

Qin Siyuan was stunned for two seconds, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.

I've really run into a tough guy.

He shook his head helplessly and reached out to open the desk drawer.

I gently tossed a file folder onto the table.

"Monkey, take it away."

Remember to proceed cautiously.

This time you've run into no ordinary person, but a deeply entrenched energy system.

Hopefully, Hou Liangping can open a door for the energy sector.

Hou Liangping grabbed the document. "Director Qin, what are you afraid of?"

Just wait for my good news.

With light steps, he dashed out of the office in a flash.

After leaving the house, Hou Liangping started making phone calls.

Issue the order decisively and efficiently.

"Comrades, all personnel stand by."

"Keep a close eye on Zhao Dehan, and don't alert him."

"Operate as a unified force after dark."

The response on the other end of the phone was crisp and decisive.

The call ended.

Hou Liangping opened the file bag, inexplicably excited.

Everything is ready; we're just waiting for nightfall.

A deadly manhunt is about to begin.

Zhao Dehan, hmph, when I, Hou Liangping, meet my end, you'll have nowhere to escape.

Three hours ago.

Handong Province.

Jingzhou.

Jingzhou Zhongfu Group Industrial Park.

Several black government vehicles entered the park.

Security personnel were on high alert.

Sha Ruijin, dressed in a dark suit, walked on the paved road in the industrial park.

He was closely followed by two members of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee, Tian Guofu and Wu Chunlin, as well as his secretary and other entourage.

This special investigation focused on Jingzhou Zhongfu.

Shi Hongxing, General Manager of Jingzhou Zhongfu, Lu Jianshe, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee, Tian Yuan, Secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission, and others received them.

The group walked through the production workshop, listening to reports, inspecting equipment, and checking records.

Sha Ruijin had a calm expression and rarely spoke along the way, yet he exuded an aura of authority.

Until I finished looking at the last production line.

Sha Ruijin stopped and said, "President Shi, your Jingzhou Zhongfu has undergone a complete transformation. Your risk control system is sound, and your cadres have an upright work style. It is worth learning from by other enterprises in Handong Province."

This sounds like praise for Zhongfu in Jingzhou.

Anyone with eyes to see clearly is that Sha Ruijin is actually affirming Lin Manjiang, the head of Zhongfu Group, who is far away in Beijing.

Those in positions of power never speak directly.

clap clap clap!

The applause was thunderous.

Tian Guofu raised his eyelids slightly and took over the conversation, "Comrades, Secretary Sha's words are insightful."

Mr. Shi, I have reviewed your internal disciplinary inspection materials.

The disciplinary inspection and supervision work of Jingzhou Zhongfu ranks among the top in provincial state-owned enterprises.

Discipline Inspection Commission Secretary Tian Yuan is down-to-earth, calm, and highly competent.

In my opinion, someone like that should be promoted.

Shi Hongxing smiled and said respectfully, "Thank you for your recognition, Secretary Tian. We will go back and immediately organize the materials and report to the Zhongfu Group headquarters as soon as possible."

Sha Ruijin waved his hand, "No need to wait for headquarters procedures, I think you can directly promote him to deputy secretary of the Jingzhou Zhongfu Party Committee."

I'll call Mr. Lin Manjiang myself later.

You should proceed with the procedures as soon as possible.

With just one simple sentence, the promotion was finalized.

Standing at the end, Lu Jianshe's lips froze, his heart filled with extreme resentment.

He had toiled for half his life, but was stuck in the position of deputy secretary, neither rising nor falling.

Now, Tian Yuan is trying to climb over him to get ahead.

He had so much to say but couldn't utter a single word in front of the provincial party committee bigwig.

I had no choice but to hold it in.

People have to bow their heads under the roof.

Jingzhou.

Laifu Nursing Home.

The courtyard is quiet and lush with greenery.

Chen Shan sat on a wooden chair with a gloomy expression and a furrowed brow.

Chen Hai sat silently, smoking a cigarette.

With his white hair, Chen Yanshi held an enamel water cup, slowly blowing on the steam, his expression calm.

a long time.

Chen Shan said in a low voice, unwillingly, "Dad, my promotion to vice-ministerial level has been rejected by the higher-ups."

What should I do?

Feeling the many strange looks he was receiving today, Liang Qunfeng dared not show his face and could only beg Chen Yanshi for help.

A short sentence, but full of disappointment.

Chen Yanshi didn't even lift his eyelids. "Chen Shan, calm down."

The public security sector is your base; your foundation is solid, so there's no need to rush.

Chen Shan looked up, puzzled. "But Dad, if we miss this opportunity, who knows when we'll get another one?"

Chen Yanshi slowly sipped his tea, his tone resolute, "What's the rush? Your older brother is Sha Ruijin."

When the time is right, I'll have Xiao Jinzi recommend you. It won't make a difference if we do it again.

Chen Shan remained silent for two seconds, suppressing the agitation in his heart, and said, "I understand."

Dad, Mom, there's a meeting at the provincial department.

Today, I also need to report to Secretary Yuliang on the province's public security management work.

Chen Yanshi raised his hand and waved. "Go ahead. Chen Shan, remember, don't take too big a step, or you might tear your balls."

Chen Shan nodded, got up and left.

Only the family of three remained inside.

Only when the footsteps could no longer be heard did Chen Hai lower his voice and say, "Dad, my brother's application for vice-ministerial level was rejected. I still feel something is wrong."

Something's really wrong!

It's obvious someone's stirring up trouble, and it's targeting our Chen family.