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

"Monkey! I'm so glad to see you!"

Without waiting for an invitation, Cai Chenggong walked directly into the living room, put down what he was carrying, and was filled with emotion.

"Monkey, it's been so long! I've missed you so much. I brought you some local specialties from Handong."

Hou Liangping looked down and was instantly dumbfounded, his face immediately darkening.

Out of the corner of my eye, I caught a glimpse of Qin Siyuan, the leader, outside the door.

Two packs of Huazi cigarettes and two cases of Moutai liquor.

Cai Chenggong is really stupid.

Giving this kind of gift in front of your boss.

Helpless, he looked at Cai Chenggong and deliberately scolded him loudly: "Baozi, what are you doing?"

When did cigarettes and Moutai become specialties of Handong?

Cai Chenggong chuckled, unconcerned, and quickly retorted, "Monkey, I know it's not a specialty of Handong."

But good things should be shared with good brothers, so I came all the way here and bought everything.

If you let me take it back untouched, it will all go to waste, what a pity.

Hou Liangping's attitude was firm, leaving no room for negotiation: "Baozi, wasting food is a small matter, but principle is a big matter."

I absolutely cannot accept these things. You're not here to see me; you're trying to drag me into this mess.

I'm about to be transferred and promoted, at a crucial time. Do you want my promotion to be completely ruined?

"You're sent by the enemy to sabotage me, aren't you?"

During the crucial period of promotion, it is most important to avoid making mistakes in small matters; one wrong step can lead to an abyss.

There's no progress whatsoever.

Seeing that Hou Liangping was truly angry, Cai Chenggong dared not argue any further and quickly called for the driver.

"Okay, okay, monkey, I'll do as you say. I'll have the driver take all the cigarettes and alcohol away."

The driver understood immediately, quickly stepped forward, and packed up all the valuable gifts to take away.

Outside the door, Qin Siyuan heard everything clearly, nodded in satisfaction, and left.

With only two people left inside, the atmosphere eased considerably.

The door closed.

Cai Chenggong looked at Hou Liangping with a beaming smile and a fawning tone, "Monkey, I just heard you say you're getting a promotion?"

Hou Liangping nodded calmly, without hiding anything, "Yes, Baozi, I will be transferred to the position of acting director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau of the Handong Provincial Procuratorate immediately."

Upon hearing this, Cai Chenggong's eyes lit up instantly, and the huge weight that had been hanging over his heart was finally lifted.

It’s not a waste of time to break through the iron shoes.

My childhood friend has actually become the head of the anti-corruption bureau in Handong!

Finally, there was a place to seek justice for his grievances.

Cai Chenggong immediately grasped Hou Liangping's hand, "Monkey, congratulations on your promotion!"

I've prepared a special inaugural gift for you, guaranteed to be compliant and legal, and absolutely no violation of regulations.

As he spoke, he took out a brand-new designer suit from his bag, with an exquisite cut and superior quality.

Upon seeing this, Hou Liangping was immediately at his wit's end and felt utterly helpless.

"Baozi, you really know how to cause trouble."

You dare to give away a designer suit worth thousands of dollars?

You want to just send me in for tea?

Cai Chenggong quickly waved his hand to explain, afraid that Hou Liangping would misunderstand, "Monkey, don't panic, this suit looks expensive, but there's really nothing wrong with it."

This was manufactured by our Dafeng Garment Factory; it just has the brand manufacturer's tag on it.

If you say it's a counterfeit, then it is indeed a counterfeit.

It is indeed an authentic product.

The production line, fabric, and workmanship are exactly the same as those in the official stores.

Hou Liangping was both amused and exasperated. "Baozi, you're so thoughtful. You have to take it back."

I've never worn such an expensive suit in my life.

As far as I can remember, the suit I wore for my wedding cost a few hundred yuan.

Cai Chenggong said casually, "Monkey, I made this specifically for your body shape."

The cost is only two or three hundred yuan, it's hardly a valuable gift.

Hou Liangping looked at the suit and shook his head again. "Baozi, let's keep things separate."

Even if it's only two hundred yuan, I can't take it for free.

Public officials who violate regulations by accepting gifts, regardless of their monetary value, are crossing a disciplinary red line.

Upon hearing this, Cai Chenggong's face immediately fell, and he tried his best to persuade him: "Monkey, these clothes were specially made for you. If you don't want them, they're just a pile of scrap cloth and will be completely wasted."

If you don't want it, I'll just throw it in the trash later.

Seeing his childhood friend's aggrieved look, Hou Liangping relented slightly.

He didn't want to betray the good intentions of the children, and he didn't want to cross any disciplinary lines.

"Okay, I'll keep the clothes."

I'll give you three hundred yuan. Buy it at the original price; let's keep business and personal matters separate.

Cai Chenggong quickly declined, looking unhappy. "Monkey, what's our relationship? You're asking me to pay you for wearing the same clothes as your brother?"

"Then what kind of person do I, Tsai Cheng-cheng, become?"

Hou Liangping's face darkened. "Baozi, if you're not going to take the money, leave right now. We don't need to talk today."

The monkey remained resolute and showed no sign of backing down.

Seeing this, Cai Chenggong had no choice but to compromise, "Alright, alright, monkey, I'll take it, I'll take it, okay?"

Hou Liangping immediately transferred 300 yuan and asked Cai Chenggong to write a receipt on the spot to keep as proof.

Only after doing all this could I finally relax.

Avoid all risks.

learn from mistakes.

We can't afford to suffer any more losses.

With the trivial matters settled, Cai Cheng put away his playful smile and put on a mournful face. "Monkey, I came all the way from afar to Beijing to find you, not just to catch up with you."

I am truly desperate and have no other choice but to file a formal complaint against the corrupt officials in Handong!

Hou Liangping sat up straight, looking at him seriously. "Fine, tell me, who do you want to report?"

Cai Chenggong gritted his teeth, his words dripping with hatred, "Monkey, I'm reporting Ding Yizhen, the Vice Mayor of Jingzhou City and Secretary of the Guangming District Committee!"

After listening, Hou Liangping sighed softly, "Baozi, you're late."

Ding Yizhen is suspected of corruption and has fled the country; he has long since left China.

According to Chen Hai, Ding Yizhen fled to South Korea.

Cai Chenggong's eyes widened instantly, his face filled with disbelief.

"Monkey, what?"

Ran away?

When did this happen?

How come I didn't know anything about it?

Hou Liangping looked at his astonished expression and said helplessly, "Baozi, you are a local entrepreneur in Jingzhou. Such a big case happened in Jingzhou and you know nothing about it."

Upon hearing this, Cai Chenggong's grievances instantly surged.

All the pent-up grievances finally burst forth.

"Monkey, you really have no idea what I've been through!"

I was kidnapped a while ago and locked in a dog cage for three days and three nights!

They wouldn't give me food or water, and the cage was so cramped that I couldn't even lie down; I could only curl up the whole time.

For three days, it was pitch black; I almost lost my life inside. How could I possibly know anything about the outside world?

Actually, he was given food, but Cai Chenggong couldn't say it; he ate dog food.

Recalling that experience still sends chills down his spine and leaves him with lingering fear.

Upon hearing this, Hou Liangping frowned, puzzled. "Baozi, why would anyone lock you up for no reason?"

Tell me the truth, don't hide anything from me.

Cai Chenggong looked embarrassed and explained in a low voice, "Monkey, my cash flow broke down before, and I couldn't make ends meet, so I borrowed a loan at a high interest rate, but I really couldn't repay it when it was due."

Upon hearing this, Hou Liangping immediately blurted out, "Baozi, you deserve it!"

Live it!

You avoid legitimate loan channels and instead dabble in usurious loans; you're only reaping what you sow.

Paying back debts is a matter of course. They're detaining you to collect a debt; what can I do to help?

Feeling frustrated and helpless because they are not living up to their potential.

Cai Chenggong quickly shook his head and hurriedly explained, revealing all his grievances, "Monkey, I had no choice but to take out a loan. The one who really cheated me was not the loan sharks, but the Shanshui Group!"

My Dafeng Factory, with land worth one billion yuan, was forcibly taken away by Li Shiya, chairman of Shanshui Group, Jia Fengtian, general manager, and Zhang Tianfeng, vice president, through a scheme.

They only spent a few tens of millions to swallow up my life's work, forcing me to lose everything and be heavily in debt!

"Monkey, I'm truly innocent! I was completely framed!"

Every word was written in tears, filled with resentment.

Hou Liangping looked serious and asked in a deep voice, "Baozi, do you have any solid evidence for what you're saying?"

Contracts, bank statements, recordings, witness testimonies—anything that can corroborate this counts.

Cai Chenggong immediately nodded, "Yes! I have a complete record of everything, and I've kept all the evidence perfectly!"

Hou Liangping pondered for a moment and offered a prudent solution: "Baozi, since we have evidence, don't rush."

I haven't even taken up my post in Handong yet, so it would be against the rules to interfere rashly.

Once I officially assume my duties, come find me with all the evidence.

"As long as the evidence is true, I will definitely handle the case impartially, stand up for you, and give you justice."

Upon hearing this, Cai Chenggong instantly regained his hope and his spirits lifted.

"Alright! Monkey, I'll rush back to Handong tonight!"

I'll go back immediately to gather all the evidence and materials, and wait for you to take up your new post!

They were saved from a desperate situation and finally had a chance to turn things around.

the other side.

Department of Chemical Energy.

Office of the Executive Vice Minister.

Sitting opposite Song Yunhui was Lu Xiaola.

Lu Xiaola, with a cigarette dangling from her lips, said, "Xiaohui, call Tongwei and tell him that the Zhong family's monkey-like son-in-law is about to arrive in Handong."

"Okay, Xiao La." Song Yunhui picked up his phone and found Qi Tongwei's number.

Three seconds later.

The call was connected.

"Hello, Minister Song."

Qi Tongwei's voice came through the microphone.

"Tongwei, Monkey is going to serve as the acting director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau of the Handong Provincial Procuratorate. According to reliable sources, Qin Siyuan has already completed the procedures."

Qi Tongwei leaned back on the sofa. "Thank you, Minister Song."

"Tongwei, you're too kind. If it were me or Xiaola, we would have just killed the monkey." Song Yunhui felt that Qi Tongwei was being too merciful.