Nominal: Energy sector enters Handong, breaking the deadlock

Hou Liangping revealed the final search warrant. "Minister Song, this is the evidence."

Because the case involves classified information, we must protect the whistleblower and cannot disclose it publicly.

Based on a tip-off filed under a real name, Zhao Dehan frequently entered and exited the Dijingyuan villa area by electric bike. We had all the necessary permits and conducted a lawful search.

We must adhere to strict compliance with procedures and uphold the bottom line in handling cases.

Hou Liangping felt that he was radiating the light of justice.

The energy department is definitely scared.

I am an invincible cockroach.

Lu Xiaola chuckled and raised her hand to dust off the dust on her sleeve.

"A cross-ministerial investigation of a division-level official during the night, sigh!"

I seriously suspect that you guys have lost your minds.

Where is the approval document number?

When it comes to finding flaws, Lu Xiaola is a pro.

Theoretically speaking, it is necessary.

However, in practice, it seems that an approval document number is not required; as long as there is a serial number on it, it is acceptable.

Qin Siyuan was speechless for a moment.

The energy department is really off-limits; I originally thought I could investigate it easily.

Whether you can find it or not, it's fine as long as you've searched for it.

Looking at it now, it's not that easy to investigate.

It's just a villa, right? Could this villa be related to Lu Xiaola? It's really terrifying to think about.

Upon seeing this, Chung Cheng-mian stepped forward and said, "Minister Lu, the investigation into the anti-F case should not be delayed. If the suspects transfer assets and flee overnight, will you take responsibility or will Minister Song take responsibility?"

Minor issues or procedural flaws can be fixed later.

Having been in a high position for too long, they have become accustomed to applying pressure from top to bottom and have forgotten that this is the territory of the energy system.

There's a saying that goes, "In the energy system, if you're a dragon, you have to coil up; if you're a tiger, you have to lie low."

Song Yunhui glared at Zhong Zhengmian, "Prosecutor Zhong, the first rule of discipline inspection is to act in accordance with regulations and discipline."

Submitting formalities after the fact constitutes a reversal of procedure, and placing it under internal disciplinary review constitutes a violation of law enforcement regulations.

If this causes public outcry within our Ministry of Energy and Resources, and negatively impacts our ministry, will you take responsibility for Hou Liangping?

They directly shifted all the power and responsibility back to Zhong Lao Er.

Chung Cheng-mian's lips moved slightly, but he didn't reply.

He muttered to himself, "Song Yunhui, I'm a fool. Your energy department is too much trouble."

If you can't win an argument by reasoning, and you can't control the situation by asserting authority, you'll be at a direct disadvantage.

Zhao Dehan then stepped forward half a step, looking honest and aggrieved, with his hands outstretched, appearing both simple and pitiful.

Those who don't know him might think Zhao Dehan is a farmer.

"Distinguished leaders, let me, Zhao Dehan, speak frankly from the bottom of my heart. I'm just a division-level cadre, receiving a fixed monthly salary. I'm burdened with medical expenses for my elderly parents, school fees for my children, and mortgage and car loan payments. My life is tight and miserable."

With my meager income, how could I possibly afford a villa in Imperial Garden?

His tone was sincere and full of empathy, as if he were looking at a typical working-class person within the system.

Detective Xiao Han nodded subconsciously, feeling a bit of empathy for Zhao Dehan.

Yes, a villa in Dijingyuan starts at tens of millions of yuan, something an ordinary department-level official wouldn't even dare to dream of with their legitimate income.

I simply can't afford it.

Zhong Zheng forced himself to come up with an excuse, determined to regain the face he had lost. "Hehe, don't make it too simple."

Assets can be held by relatives or friends on behalf of others, and funds can be transferred privately without any apparent problems on the books.

I have handled thousands of cases, both big and small.

I am the most qualified to speak on this matter.

Lu Xiaola took the tablet handed to her by her secretary, opened the department's personal asset declaration, and shoved it in front of Zhong Zhengmian, "Prosecutor Zhong, our department screens and files the assets of on-duty cadres and their families every quarter."

Currently, Zhao Dehan's family assets appear to be clean and transparent, with no instances of nominee ownership of real estate or stocks.

I think some people are not even as good as kindergarteners.

Do you never look at asset declaration forms before handling a case?

Haha, Zhong's second son, am I right to say that?

I've made my move, let's see how you respond.

Song Yunhui added insult to injury, his tone polite but his words incredibly hurtful.

"Chief Chung, when an outsider tries to instruct an expert, it's easy to make a fool of yourself."

Chung Cheng-mian's cheeks flushed and his ears turned red. He stood there, unable to move forward or backward.

He was thoroughly humiliated in public, and the big shot's face was completely shattered.

Alas, if I had the abilities of Tu Xingsun, I would definitely have immediately burrowed underground to escape.

Hou Liangping was getting a headache; if this dragged on any longer, everyone would lose face.

Rubbing his temples, he said, "Alright, whether there's a batch number or not, we can still check."

The search warrant is valid; the villa we are looking for is not one of the energy-related villas.

As for whether Zhao Dehan is innocent or not, we'll find out at our villa.

As expected, it had to be the monkey; he resolved the predicament with just a few words.

Regardless of whether the villa was owned by Zhao Dehan, the Anti-Corruption Bureau did not need to go through Song Yunhui to investigate.

Wow!

It turns out that I, Hou Liangping, am incredibly intelligent.

A flicker of panic crossed Zhao Dehan's eyes.

It's definitely an act.

What Hou Liangping saw was what the energy sector wanted the monkeys to see.

He quickly reverted to his obedient demeanor, saying, "Go ahead and investigate. If it's the same as what you did at my home and office, you must publish a statement in the newspaper to clarify things for me and clear my name."

He appeared calm and collected on the surface, but inside he was panicking like crazy.

Hou Liangping gritted his teeth; this trip was destined to be another passive situation.

check!

We must investigate!

Two flowers bloom, one branch each.

The Provincial Party Committee compound in Handong.

Gao Yuliang's office.

Gao Yuliang looked at Li Dakang, who was full of anxiety, and said, "Secretary Dakang, I also lean towards the double-regulation of Ding Yizhen."

Currently, Handong is undergoing a transition between old and new industries, and its economy is at a critical juncture of transformation.

Guangming Peak affects the entire province's investment promotion efforts; if there is any turmoil, it will be the people of Handong who suffer the most.

It is not advisable to arrest people rashly.

Every sentence hit Li Dakang's sore spots, evoking strong empathy.

Li Dakang relaxed his tense shoulders, letting down his guard, and looked up at Gao Yuliang. "Thank you for your understanding, Secretary Gao. Your words are very insightful."

Relieved, Gao Yuliang finally considered the overall development of Jingzhou City.

Chen Hai felt that his teacher, Gao Yuliang, must have reached an agreement with Qi Tongwei.

For this reason alone, he looked down on Gao Yuliang.

next second.

Gao Yuliang picked up the red secure landline on the table. "Secretary Dakang, you all know perfectly well that I am only temporarily managing the provincial party committee's work, temporarily replacing Sha Ruijin in presiding over the provincial party committee's affairs. To be on the safe side, I must call Secretary Sha to ask for instructions, to clearly define responsibilities and avoid subsequent risks."

Empathy is one thing, but risk will never be incurred; this is the ultimate shrewdness of a seasoned official.

Li Dakang's expression froze slightly, but he instantly saw through Gao Yuliang's thoughts.

The two fought each other their entire lives.

Gao Yuliang may have said he was understanding, but in reality, he was just making empty promises.

He said it one second and took it back the next.

Li Dakang rubbed his temples and could only nod in agreement, "We should consult Secretary Sha."

Ji Changming, Chen Hai, Li Dakang, and others left the office one after another, and Secretary He closed the door behind them.

Only Qi Tongwei stood by the goldfish tank, motionless.

The water in the tank had turned murky, and the goldfish were playing and splashing around inside.

My three cell phones sank to the bottom of the tank, keeping company with the small stones inside.

Isn't that infuriating!

He retrieved the phone, defying Gao Yuliang's order to leave it in place for a 24-hour static test.

Disobeying your master, how can you possibly make any progress?

If we don't retrieve the phones, all three are probably ruined, resulting in a huge loss.

Taking what is ordered is against the will, but not taking it would result in a huge loss; it's a dilemma.

To fish or not to fish, that is the question.