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

Gao Yuliang's fingertips caressed the warm purple clay cup, remaining silent for a long time.

Having taught for decades, he has nurtured countless students.

I always thought the bond between teacher and student was unbreakable.

Now that Qi Tongwei has exposed the falsehood in a single sentence, one can't help but feel a mix of emotions.

Gao Yuliang sighed softly, his tone tinged with regret and resentment.

"Tongwei, the thing I, Gao Yuliang, value most in my life is the bond between teachers and students."

The three outstanding students of Han University, Qi Tongwei, Chen Hai, and Hou Liangping, are all promising talents whom I personally mentored.

Tongwei, you are loyal and grateful.

Chen Hai is pure of heart and upright in his character.

Unfortunately, fate played a cruel trick on us.

Hou Liangping, that little rascal, is actually the most uncontrollable.

Qi Tongwei picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and said, "Teacher, Hou Liangping is too arrogant at heart."

He had a smooth life from childhood, and after marrying into the Zhong family, he rose rapidly through the ranks thanks to their powerful backing.

Perhaps in the eyes of monkeys, the so-called teacher-student relationship is nothing more than a garnish on their past experiences, and can hardly be considered a bond of human affection.

Teacher, think about how long it's been since the monkey contacted you?

This is a bit ironic; Gao Yuliang's favorite student was actually Hou Liangping.

However, the monkey hadn't contacted him for a long time.

Gao Yuliang frowned even more deeply and slowly said, "Tongwei, you and Governor Liu said the same thing: I, Gao Yuliang, have too much of a scholarly air about me, and I am too kind."

Qi Tongwei put down his teacup. "Teacher, you underestimated the ruthlessness of certain people at the top and overestimated Hou Liangping's bottom line."

He was a son-in-law of the Zhong family, bearing the label of the Zhong family faction. From the moment he stepped into Beijing, he was no longer your disciple.

Now, he's a tool planted from above, specifically designed to disrupt the established power structure in Handong.

Every word was forceful and hit the nail on the head, showing no mercy whatsoever.

Gao Yuliang remained silent for a long time.

He understands this principle perfectly well, but he simply refuses to admit it.

Gao Yuliang tapped his fingertips lightly on the table. "Tongwei, in your opinion, how should we proceed?"

Qi Tongwei's gaze was resolute; he had already devised a foolproof plan. "Use stillness to control movement, proceed steadily and surely."

We will not provoke trouble, nor will we passively accept being attacked.

Promoting Lü Liang right now is the safest move.

Lü Liang has worked diligently in the anti-corruption bureau for many years, is highly skilled in his work, and has completely devoted himself to us.

By securing Hou Liangping's position as executive deputy director, he appeared to be subordinate to Hou, but in reality, he effectively stripped Hou of his power.

Hou Liangping was new to the area and unfamiliar with the local customs and culture of Handong. He had no one to rely on.

At that time, the actual operation of the anti-corruption bureau and its real power in handling cases will still be firmly in our hands.

A single, subtle move, using minimal force to achieve maximum effect.

Upon hearing this, Gao Yuliang's tense expression relaxed slightly, and a hint of approval appeared in his eyes.

"Tongwei, you've thought things through very well."

Gao Yuliang had thought about this before, but he never intended to trip up his students.

the other side.

Four Nine Cities.

The night was deep, and the city lights were just coming on.

The neighborhood where Zhong Xiaoai and Hou Liangping live is quiet and peaceful.

A private car with a Han A license plate slowly drove in.

There are two people inside.

It was Cai Chenggong and his driver.

Having narrowly escaped death in Handong, Cai Chenggong's only lifeline now is his childhood friend, Hou Liangping.

He was clutching a brand-new temporary phone card in his hand, which he had bought on purpose and left no trace of.

He opened his contacts, found Zhong Xiaoai's number, and dialed it without hesitation.

When the call connected, Cai Chenggong asked directly, "Hello, are you Director Zhong from the Z Discipline Inspection Commission?"

I have substantial leads to report regarding corruption, and I am filing a formal complaint against the deputy head of Guangming District, Jingzhou City, for violations of discipline and law.

Chung Hsiao-ai had just finished work and was about to drive home.

Upon hearing that it was a tip-off, he said in a flat tone, "Comrade, hello, it's after get off work hours now."

You can come to our office to register tomorrow morning during your work hours.

It's an official matter, with absolutely no room for leniency.

The deputy district head position was too low-ranking for Zhong Xiaoai to be of any interest.

Also, she had heard about the matter concerning Deputy Mayor Ding Yizhen and didn't want to get involved in the mess in Handong.

Tsai Cheng-cheng had anticipated this answer and immediately responded, seizing the initiative.

"Director Zhong, my situation is special and cannot be delayed."

I'm downstairs in your apartment complex now. If it's convenient for you, I can come upstairs and report to you in person.

Upon hearing this, a hint of displeasure flashed in Zhong Xiaoai's eyes.

Having held a high position, she had seen many people from lower classes who were opportunistic and tried to curry favor with others in private.

A mere grassroots whistleblower, of such low rank, was not even worth her attention.

"I am not at home, nor in the capital."

If you really want to report this, please go to the relevant window of the Z Discipline Inspection Commission at 10:00 AM tomorrow. Let's not meet privately.

After finishing her sentence, Zhong Xiaoai hung up the phone immediately, decisively and cleanly.

She didn't take the unfamiliar tip-off call seriously at all, assuming it was just a regular petitioner.

But it was this phone call that forced her to put her original plan to go home on hold.

Let's go out for some coffee, and then we'll visit Dad Chung Cheng's house to avoid being disturbed by strangers.

Downstairs in the apartment complex, Cai Chenggong put away his phone, threw away the SIM card, and a smug smile appeared on his lips.

Zhong Xiaoai's deliberate avoidance indicates that she is not at home.

They immediately raised their hands to signal the driver, and the two of them, carrying the gifts, went straight into the second unit building where Hou Liangping lived.

However, Cai Chenggong was immediately faced with a dilemma.

In the past, whenever Hou Liangping visited Beijing, he would arrive late and personally lead him upstairs to his home.

I've never remembered the floor number.

All I know is that Hou Liangping's house seems to be on the left.

He put down what he was carrying and was about to make a phone call.

A steady footstep slowly approached.

A man walked calmly into the entrance of Unit 2.

Upon seeing this, Cai Chenggong immediately stepped forward and asked.

"Excuse me, sir, are you a resident of this building?"

The man was Qin Siyuan, the director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau of the Supreme People's Procuratorate.

He had just gotten home from get off work and nodded in response.

Yes, I live here.

Cai Chenggong smiled and quickly pressed for more information.

"That's great. I'd like to ask, which floor does Hou Liangping, the section chief of the Anti-Corruption Bureau, live on?"

Please let me know.

Qin Siyuan replied casually.

"Seventh floor."

I find it interesting.

"Thank you so much, Uncle!" Cai Chenggong quickly thanked him, then hurriedly led the driver into the elevator and pressed the button for the seventh floor.

Qin Siyuan stood there, watching the two hurried figures disappear into the distance, and understood everything.

The two of them were clearly there to deliver gifts and curry favor.

I decided not to rush home and instead wait and see how things develop.

He wanted to see if Hou Liangping, who always touted himself as honest and upright, would actually accept gifts.

The seventh floor.

The elevator doors opened.

Cai Chenggong walked quickly to the door and knocked.

In the living room, Hou Liangping put away the transfer documents and got up to open the door.

When the door opened, Hou Liangping was stunned for a moment when he saw Cai Chenggong standing in the doorway.

The two are childhood friends who grew up wearing the same pair of pants.

It had been a long time since we last met. I never expected that Cai Chenggong would come to my door just as I was about to leave Beijing.