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

Ding Yizhen pondered to himself that Qi Tongwei had asked him this question before, and it was a sure-fire way to get points.

Ding Yizhen breathed a slight sigh of relief.

Qi Tongwei looked directly at Ding Yizhen and asked, "Since the Guangming Peak project began, what has been the biggest challenge you've encountered during construction?"

Ding Yizhen grinned and said, "Governor Qi, the overall construction, funding, and approvals are all going smoothly. The only bottleneck is the Dafeng Factory on the shore of Guangming Lake."

He looked helpless and spread his hands, "No matter what our district committee and district government do, this Dafeng factory just can't be demolished or moved."

The project is stuck in its core area, severely slowing down the overall construction schedule.

Qi Tongwei's gaze remained unchanged as he pressed on, "Why can't it be demolished? Is it due to incomplete paperwork, or insufficient compensation?"

"Neither," Ding Yizhen shook her head repeatedly, her tone full of frustration.

"The court has already made a final judgment that the equity belongs to Shanshui Group, and the procedures are complete, legal and compliant."

However, the workers at Dafeng Factory banded together to form a factory protection team, taking a hard line and refusing to relocate.

In particular, Chen Yanshi, the former deputy chief prosecutor of the provincial procuratorate, ran around for the workers and stood by them throughout the process.

As soon as the demolition team enters the site, Mr. Chen will definitely rush to the scene to stop them.

With someone backing them up, the workers became even more emboldened.

We really can't demolish the Dafeng factory.

As soon as he finished speaking, Chen Qingquan stepped forward and said, "Governor Qi, this case was decided by our Intermediate People's Court."

Cai Chenggong, the legal representative of Dafeng Factory, is heavily indebted and insolvent.

Paying back debts and transferring assets to settle debts are perfectly reasonable and in accordance with legal procedures; there are no problems whatsoever.

Qi Tongwei looked at Chen Qingquan, "Dean Chen, please answer truthfully."

Is this verdict truly without any flaws in procedure, details, or application of law?

Chen Qingquan immediately raised his hand and patted his chest, full of confidence, "Governor Qi, I'm not bragging."

I, Chen Qingquan, have worked in the judicial system for many years and have a near-perfect memory for all kinds of legal provisions.

I've handled countless grassroots civil disputes and asset transfer cases. I have a firm grasp on the interpretation and application of legal provisions, and I absolutely will not make a mistake.

These words were arrogant and conceited, and everyone present had their own thoughts upon hearing them.

Xiao Gangyu frowned. "Dean Chen, the court is responsible for the trial, and our procuratorate will follow up on the entire process and supervise it in accordance with the law."

In judicial cases, the worst thing is subjective assumptions; rigor is paramount.

The implication is that Chen Qingquan, when facing the newly appointed executive vice governor, you need to be careful what you say.

Don't let the air leak out and then put yourself inside.

As the topic gradually veered off course, from project progress to judicial rulings, Li Dakang raised his hand to interrupt the argument between the two.

"Alright, let's not get into the judgment process."

The wind farm has been affecting the Guangmingfeng project for so long.

Ding Yizhen and Sun Liancheng, didn't your Guangming District Committee and District Government take the initiative to visit and do any work with the people?

Ding Yizhen looked bitter and complained repeatedly, "Secretary Li, we have done it, and we have done it countless times."

The factory workers were completely unyielding; they wouldn't listen to anything, whether it was kind or harsh.

They erected barbed wire fences and dug isolation trenches themselves, and the entire staff banded together to defend the factory. They also organized a factory protection team.

The entire Dafeng factory was built like a military fortress, impenetrable to water.

When we went to their home to communicate, it was difficult to even get close.

Qi Tongwei looked in the direction of Dafeng Factory. "Since we can't explain it verbally or get things done, let's stop talking on paper. Let's all go and take a look at the site now."

Ding Yizhen's heart skipped a beat, and a sense of unease quietly spread through her.

The truth will eventually come out.

In officialdom, the worst thing is to have your performance thwarted on the spot.

I didn't do my job well.

The municipal party secretary and the executive vice governor are both there; they're probably going to get a scolding.

In the past, Ding Yizhen had only reported the positive aspects to Li Dakang and had never mentioned the demolition of Dafeng Factory to him.

At this moment, the Dafeng Factory area, not far from Guangming Lake, is bustling with noise.

The machine is running.

The factory security team patrolled back and forth constantly, fearing that the demolition team might take them by surprise.

The meeting room doors and windows were open.

Several long wooden tables with peeling paint were put together, and the core members of Dafeng Factory took their seats.

Everyone had a furrowed brow and a grim expression.

Union Chairman Zheng Xipo, Deputy Factory Director Ma, Workshop Director Zhang Tiezui, Accountant You Ruixing, and Factory Security Team Leader Wang Wenge sat in a circle, discussing the factory's future prospects.

The factory was shut down for a few days, but after a long and difficult time, the customer signed the order, and the production line could finally be restarted, allowing the workers to get their wages to make a living.

But right now, the biggest problem is firmly stuck around everyone's neck.

The demolition team is like a persistent ghost, harassing us every few days.

Despite the factory protection team guarding the site and the support of Chen Yanshi, the demolition team never succeeded; they simply couldn't demolish anything.

However, they couldn't withstand the other party's frequent visits to block the door, stop vehicles, and obstruct the delivery of materials and goods.

The machines won't run, orders can't be delivered, and workers won't earn money. If this continues, the factory that we've managed to stabilize will eventually collapse completely.

Deputy Factory Director Ma slammed his hand heavily on the table, his anger finding no outlet.

"We finally got an order, and we were just about to start working and make money, but the demolition team is swarming around us like flies, causing trouble! When will this ever end?"

Zhang Tiezui clenched his fists. "Who else can we blame? Our damned boss, Cai Chenggong!"

He leaned forward and raised his voice a few decibels.

"Cai Chenggong is definitely a shrewd businessman!"

They secretly used the collective shares of all the factory workers as collateral to borrow money without telling anyone. Now look what's happened, they can't repay the loan, and the factory that generations of workers have worked so hard for is being handed over to someone else for no reason!

"This has put us in a dilemma; we're guarding our own factory, yet we're being forced to relocate!"

Yu Ruixing lowered his head, looking at the ledger in his hand. "Chairman Zheng, Director Ma, to be honest, our Dafeng Factory's land, backing onto Guangming Lake, is in an excellent location, worth well over a billion yuan. A billion yuan! And it just fell into the hands of Shanshui Group so inexplicably. Who would be willing to accept that?"

Deputy Factory Director Ma sighed heavily, "Damn it, it's not just that I'm unwilling! They're practically eating people alive!"

We workers have spent our whole lives working in this factory, toiling away for most of our lives to build up this little bit of wealth, only to have it all wiped out overnight. Who wouldn't feel at ease in that situation?

Everyone sighed in unison, their resentment boiling over.

Wang Wenge, who had been silent all along, clenched his rough hands and said angrily, "Don't mention Cai Chenggong. Just mentioning him makes me angry."

He hasn't shown his face at all since the factory got into trouble.

No doubt, that son of a bitch has gone into hiding to escape his debts again.

They only care about their own enjoyment and completely disregard the lives of thousands of workers like us.

The atmosphere in the meeting room grew increasingly somber, and people were restless.

The ever-composed Zheng Xipo patted his chest, his expression resolute. "Everyone, put your minds at ease. As long as Old Chen is here, nobody the hell will be able to tear down our factory!"