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

Qi Tongwei, you respect Gao Yuliang, don't you?

Now let's see how you handle this.

This one sentence is an attempt to drag Gao Yuliang into the mess and divert attention.

The abacus was clattering loudly, a clear case of sacrificing fellow Daoists to save myself.

A glint flashed in Liang Qunfeng's eyes as he instantly understood his daughter Liang Lu's intention.

This move, using minimal force to achieve maximum effect, is truly brilliant!

Liang Qunfeng deliberately played on old feelings, glanced at Gao Yuliang, and said, "Yuliang, back in Handong University, it was I who saw your knowledge and talent at first glance, and personally recommended you for promotion, which led to your smooth career path."

You should remember this kindness and support.

The old fox, well-versed in the power of human relationships, tried to use past favors to force Gao Yuliang to speak up for Liang Lu.

Sha Ruijin appeared to be observing from the sidelines, but in reality, he saw through the entire scheme.

Feigning doubt, he asked, "Secretary Liang, please tell me in detail what exactly happened back then?"

This is a classic case of pretending to be ignorant while knowing the truth, waiting for the Liang family and Gao Yuliang to become entangled.

If either Gao Yuliang or Qi Tongwei were to step down, I would be able to take control of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee.

It has potential.

interesting.

The melon is delicious today.

Regardless of who steps down, it will all be beneficial for Sha Ruijin.

Liang Qunfeng seized the opportunity to speak, deliberately elevating himself, "Back then, Gao Yuliang was just a university teacher. Although he was talented, he did not pursue a career in government."

"It was because I valued talent that I recommended Gao Yuliang, promoting him from a university teacher to a cadre in the political and legal system, which led him step by step to his current position."

With just a few words, he portrayed himself as Gao Yuliang's benefactor.

The implication is that without him, there would be no Gao Yuliang as we know him today.

Tian Guofu thought today's melon was big, delicious, and fun.

Gao Yuliang remained composed and answered calmly, "Secretary Liang, I have never denied your kindness in recommending me, and I have always kept it in my heart."

The conversation abruptly shifted, exposing the Liang family's scheme to shift blame.

Gao Yuliang could never be dragged into this mess.

"Back then, I, Gao Yuliang, devoted myself to academic research and discipline development. My strengths were scientific research, publishing papers, lecturing, and giving lectures."

Universities also have their own division of labor. As for the trivial and sensitive personnel work such as graduate internship statistics, job allocation, and list reporting, I didn't get involved at all. Liang Lu handled all of that, including signing off and submitting the reports to the university.

He clearly distinguishes between public and private matters, does not cling to old feelings, and will never take the blame for the Liang family.

In Qi Tongwei's words, the debt of gratitude has already been repaid, and we cannot be morally coerced.

Liang Lu instantly became agitated and lost control of her emotions, retorting on the spot: "Gao Yuliang!"

One must never forget one's roots!

My father was incredibly kind to you, and now you turn your back on him and try to absolve yourself of any responsibility?"

He was furious and had lost all dignity.

Gao Yuliang shook his head slightly, his attitude distant and indifferent. "Teacher Liang, I, Gao Yuliang, only discuss the facts and do not talk about personal grudges."

I don't need to answer your emotional questions.

Knowing when to advance and when to retreat, leaving no room for error.

It's good enough that Gao Yuliang didn't kick someone when they're down.

Qi Tongwei slowly stood up, his demeanor calm and composed. "Comrades, Secretary Gao Yuliang is unable to speak, so I will say a few words of justice on his behalf."

His gaze swept over Liang Lu and her father, Liang Qunfeng.

The grudges and affections of the previous life.

In this life, I owe them nothing, so what is there to fear?

"Liang Lu, the so-called great favor you mentioned cannot stand up to scrutiny at all."

Back then, Gao Yuliang was the academic leader of the Department of Political Science and Law at Handong University. He was a genuine Doctor of Law, and his knowledge, ability, and qualifications were all outstanding.

At that time, the province vigorously promoted the entry of highly educated talents into government agencies, which was the general trend of the times and the direction of policy.

Even if Liang Qunfeng hadn't recommended him back then, the organization would have had others recommend and select him; it was inevitable that someone as talented as Gao Yuliang would pursue a career in politics.

Well-reasoned and supported by evidence, this directly shattered the Liang family's moral blackmail.

Liang Lu remained unconvinced, glaring at him and retorting, "Qi Tongwei, even if it's the trend of the times, doesn't my father's recommendation deserve any credit at all?"

What an idiot!

Since they've handed me a knife, I'll stab them.

Qi Tongwei smiled slightly, "Well done, you've done something great."

It's just part of my job.

Liang Qunfeng was the main leader of the political and legal system in Handong at the time. His job responsibilities included discovering talents, recommending capable people, and enriching the political and legal team.

Those who hold a position should plan for its affairs and perform their duties.

Doing it well is a duty; doing it poorly is laziness and dereliction of duty.

Using one's duty as a pretext to blackmail others is rather unethical.

Tian Guofu couldn't help but interrupt, saying, "Executive Qi, you can't say that."

Recommendations and promotions within the system are essentially a matter of personal relationships. The assistance provided by former Party Secretary Liang back then objectively did help Gao Yuliang, and this cannot be entirely dismissed.

He's fallen back into his old habit of nitpicking and arguing.

Actually, it was all to tie Gao Yuliang and Liang Qunfeng together.

It would be great if two provinces could sink to the bottom.

One is a retired provincial-level cadre.

The other is a provincial-level cadre who is currently employed.

Qi Tongwei turned to look at Tian Guofu, and calmly retorted without yielding an inch, "Secretary Guofu, personal feelings are personal feelings, legal principles are legal principles, and one's duty is one's duty."

Public officials should fulfill their duties and responsibilities, but this should not be used as a bargaining chip for favoritism or abuse of power, nor should it be used as a cover for their family members' violations of rules and regulations.

If fulfilling one's duties means incurring favors from others, then wouldn't all the millions of cadres across the province who diligently perform their duties and serve the people be owed an immeasurable debt of gratitude, and would everyone be able to act arbitrarily for personal gain?

Tian Guofu was speechless for a moment. He opened his mouth, but couldn't utter a single word in rebuttal.

To lift a stone only to drop it on one's own foot is truly self-inflicted humiliation.

The entire conference room fell into a deathly silence.

All the officials, investigators, and observers present were speechless.

Qi Tongwei's words completely ended the Liang family's scheme of using gratitude to manipulate people.

The distinction between law and human sentiment is clear, and the boundaries between public and private are readily apparent.

Liang Qunfeng's face turned ashen. Having lived most of his life and spent decades in officialdom, he had never been so publicly humiliated and exposed.

Liang Lu's eyes were bloodshot and her body was stiff; all her attempts at explanation were rendered meaningless.

They tried to drag Yu Liang down with them and make him take the blame, but in the end, they only exposed their own shortcomings and made things worse the more they tried to cover it up.

It was a classic case of trying to steal a chicken but losing the rice instead.

Chu Qiulin spoke up, "Liang Lu, is there anything else you want to say?"

This survey is really difficult to conduct.

Liang Lu's eyes darted away for a moment. "Team Leader Chu, I was responsible for compiling and reporting the statistics, but I only submitted the list according to the procedure. I had no knowledge of the subsequent job allocation and personnel reassignment, nor did I have the authority to interfere."

They continue to shift blame, attempting to absolve themselves of any responsibility.

"Again, you're unaware." Li Shundong scoffed. "Liang Lu, there are fixed practices for job assignments after graduation at universities. The list submitted by the department's accounting department is usually the final list, and it's rarely changed afterward. This is a well-known rule at Handong University. Do you dare say you don't understand?"

Liang Lu stiffened her neck. "Standards are one thing, but I'm just an ordinary faculty member. I don't have the power to influence the outcome!"

"You don't have it, but your father does!" Li Shundong's tone suddenly turned sharp. "You may seem like just an ordinary teacher, but behind you stands Liang Qunfeng, the then-head of the Handong Political and Legal Affairs Commission! You represent the Liang family, and you represent Liang Qunfeng. I doubt anyone dares to reject your list!"