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

Li Dakang sighed, "Alright, Governor Qi, let's give it a try."

Qi Tongwei called Cheng Du over and said, "Cheng Du, notify the Guangming branch to be on standby."

"Maintain stability only; do not take proactive measures or escalate conflicts."

"Yes, Governor Qi." Cheng Du nodded and immediately went to issue the notification.

Li Dakang frowned, a heavy weight hanging over his heart.

The stalemate at Dafeng Factory had dragged on for a long time, and the resentment had run deep. The workers were unyielding to both soft and hard tactics, and if the situation got out of control, he, as the secretary of the Jingzhou Municipal Party Committee, would have to take the blame.

He turned to Zhao Donglai and said, "Donglai, notify the municipal police to deploy their forces and set up a perimeter to guard against any emergencies."

Zhao Donglai dared not delay and immediately contacted the dispatcher.

With dual police forces deployed layer by layer, providing comprehensive coverage from both inside and outside, it is sufficient to suppress the vast majority of unexpected incidents.

A moment later, the roar of machinery came from the end of the road, causing the ground to tremble slightly.

The demolition team arrived in a grand procession, led by pickup trucks, followed closely by two heavy bulldozers, approaching the gate of Dafeng Factory.

Cheng Du's expression was originally calm, but the moment his gaze fell on the leader of the demolition team, his pupils suddenly contracted.

The man leading the team was burly and dark-skinned, wearing a brand-new demolition team uniform, exuding an arrogant and domineering aura.

It was none other than his cousin, Chang Chenghu.

Following up on the first two steps, he asked, "Cheng Hu, when did you become the demolition team leader?"

Chang Chenghu grinned, raised his hand and patted the collar of his brand-new uniform, a little smug, "Brother, I've only been in office for a few days, this captain's uniform is still warm."

Du Cheng instantly understood.

Without a doubt, it was arranged privately by the Shanshui Group, specifically to have Chang Chenghu lead the team to tackle the tough nut of Dafeng Factory.

It was because they knew that Chang Chenghu's cousin was the newly appointed director of the Guangming Branch of the Jingzhou Public Security Bureau and the secretary of the Political and Legal Committee of Guangming District.

It may seem like a lucrative job, but it's actually a hot potato; a slight misstep can lead to a lot of trouble.

Qi Tongwei stepped forward slowly, looked Chang Chenghu up and down, and said, "Chang Chenghu, remember my words."

We must carry out demolition in a civilized and legal manner.

Today's appearance was just a formality, a smokescreen; all talk and no action.

"We'll only create momentum, not force our way in. No physical conflict is allowed. Understand?"

Chang Chenghu suppressed his smile. "Understood, Governor Qi."

Having spent many years in the underworld, he is adept at reading people and situations.

Qi Tongwei's special instructions indicate that today's demolition was not for the purpose of dismantling the factory, but rather to test the situation and gauge the situation through strategic maneuvering.

Fan Jiahui, editor-in-chief of the Jingzhou Times, arrived hastily with reporter Niu Shiyan.

These two were summoned by Qi Tongwei.

In the power struggles of officialdom, it's not only about controlling the scene, but also about controlling public opinion.

The outcome will depend not only on the on-site conflict, but also on the subsequent public opinion.

Chang Chenghu picked up the megaphone, held it above his head, and amplified the sound: "Attention all workers at Dafeng Factory!"

According to the demolition decision of the Jingzhou Municipal Government, the Guangmingfeng area will be redeveloped under a unified plan, and the final demolition work of Dafeng Factory will officially begin today!

All workers are requested to evacuate the factory area immediately and cooperate with the government's efforts!

Without saying a word, Wang Wenge grabbed the megaphone from the worker's hand and shouted back, "Chang Chenghu, who do you think you are?"

Stop trying to fool the people with bureaucratic platitudes!

The jobs of over a thousand people at our Dafeng Factory cannot be taken away by a single official document from you!

"If you want to demolish Dafeng Factory, you'll have to get past us workers first!"

The two loudspeakers blared at each other, creating a cacophony of voices and instantly escalating the tension.

Chang Chenghu's face darkened. "The policy has been implemented and cannot be changed!"

Today is the final assault on demolition! Dafeng Factory must be demolished!

As soon as he finished speaking, the engines of the two bulldozers roared, their tracks rolling, and they slowly approached the iron gate of Dafeng Factory.

The factory protection team workers instantly gathered forward, waving sticks, their faces resolute, as if they were determined to protect the factory to the death.

Just as the two sides were about to clash, Chen Yanshi arrived at the scene in a flurry on his electric scooter.

He parked the vehicle, strode forward, and stood directly between the bulldozer and the factory gate, raising his hands high. "I am Chen Yanshi! Former Deputy Chief Prosecutor of the Handong Provincial People's Procuratorate!"

"Old Chen, you've finally arrived! You're our savior!" Zheng Xipo quickly handed the megaphone to Chen Yanshi.

"With me here, no one can demolish Dafeng Factory! Dafeng Factory absolutely cannot be demolished until the workers' equity disputes are resolved and their resettlement is settled!"

The tense situation was instantly silenced for a few seconds by just one sentence from the old man.

Seeing this, Ding Yizhen steeled himself and stepped forward, "Old Chen, the policy has been set, the plan is in place, Dafeng Factory must be demolished today!"

Chen Yanshi turned to look at him, his eyes sharp as knives, "Ding Yizhen!"

You've been in charge of Guangming District for so long, yet you haven't done anything practical for people's livelihood, and you've colluded with the Shanshui Group!

The people's hard-earned wealth has been completely divided up by you through underhanded means. Have you lost all conscience?

Ding Yizhen's face turned pale and then purple, both ashamed and angry. "Old Chen, as a retired cadre, it is against the rules for you to publicly insult a serving cadre! You have violated my right to reputation."

Chen Yanshi sneered, his aura no less imposing.

"I'm cursing stupid pigs, I'm cursing corrupt and incompetent officials who do nothing for the people and oppress those at the bottom!"

Ding Yizhen was rendered speechless and utterly humiliated, and could only stubbornly raise the megaphone. "The demolition permits are complete, the demolition is today, and it is imperative! Men, demolish Dafeng Factory!"

Chen Yanshi spread his arms to block the bulldozer.

"Ding Yizhen, you bastard! If you want to demolish the factory, you'll have to get over me, Chen Yanshi, first!"

Ding Yizhen gritted his teeth and ordered his staff in a deep voice, "Someone, take Old Chen aside and ensure his safety."

Just as the staff were about to step forward, Chen Yanshi raised his hand and took out his phone, "Who dares to touch me? I'm calling Gao Yuliang and Li Dakang right now!"

I want to ask, does the officialdom in Handong only care about capital and not the people?

Upon hearing this, everyone present froze.

Ding Yizhen froze, too afraid to move.

Just then, Chang Chenghu's cell phone rang.

It was Cheng Du calling. "Withdraw, everyone withdraw."

Chang Chenghu did not hesitate and immediately waved his hand.

"Everyone back up! Bulldozers, back up! Everyone evacuate! We're not demolishing today."

The demolition team quickly retreated, and within a few dozen seconds, the tense and oppressive atmosphere dissipated completely.

The workers watching breathed a sigh of relief and cheered.

Under the shade of a tree.

Li Dakang was somewhat puzzled. "Governor Qi, the situation has just reached a critical juncture. Why did you suddenly order a retreat?"

Qi Tongwei said calmly, "Secretary Dakang, this cannot be resolved today. With Elder Chen in charge, public sentiment, personal connections, and public opinion are all on the side of the workers. Forcing our way through will only result in more harm than good."

After the Jingzhou Times published its report, let's take a look at public opinion.

Secretary Dakang, don't worry.

Let the bullet fly for a while.

Good food is worth the wait.

The Jingzhou Times' new media platform was the first to publish an article, a quick on-site report that was unvarnished and unfiltered, recording the entire standoff during the demolition of Dafeng Factory.

The footage includes everything from Ding Yizhen's forceful pressure and the workers' vow to protect the factory to retired cadre Chen Yanshi's solo act of blocking a bulldozer and standing up against a group of active cadres, along with several high-definition short videos taken on-site.