Chapter 233: Double Regulation!

On November 1st, County Party Committee Secretary Hu Chengwei urgently convened a five-person group meeting and passed the appointment of the Education Bureau Director in a thunderous manner. The candidate was still Wang Fei recommended by Lu Fan.

In the afternoon, the personnel adjustment plan was approved by the Municipal Organization Department, and the organizational inspection of Wang Fei was performed according to the procedure the next morning.

And the rapid appointment of the Education Bureau Director was to conduct a departure audit on Lu Fan. On November 3rd, the County Audit Bureau led a team to conduct a comprehensive audit of Lu Fan's work and finance during his tenure as Education Bureau Director.

Now, even County Head Bian Jide felt abnormal and called Lu Fan to the office to discuss.

Listening to the old leader's doubts, Lu Fan said in a low mood: "County Head, some time ago, someone had already gone to Baishu Bay for a secret visit. I can be sure that someone has taken action, and the spearhead is directly aimed at me!"

Bian Jide was shocked and said in amazement: "Bullying the small with the big, he can really do it! Lu Fan, tell the truth, in Baishu Bay and the Education Bureau, are there any violations of discipline?"

"Old leader, you know my character. Except for the expenses that couldn't be helped in work, I didn't put a penny in my pocket! Moreover, my accounts in the unit are open and transparent. Even financial work is the responsibility of the deputy in charge, and collective decision-making!"

Bian Jide thought for a while and said: "Just this, at most give a punishment, but I am afraid that someone will make a fuss and hold on to it! You also know that sometimes, small problems become big problems; but if someone speaks, big problems are just small problems, and can even be ignored! Don't worry too much. If that day really comes, I will definitely say what I should say. I know some expenses very well, and Secretary Hu also knows!"

"County Head, one person does things and one person bears it. This matter is unusual, and it must not implicate you!"

Bian Jide waved his hand and said: "You are the Deputy County Chief of Ningyang County, this is the world of the Party! In the bright sun and the clear sky, I don't believe who can reverse right and wrong and frame others! Justice is in the hearts of the people. If necessary, I will directly reflect the problem to the Municipal Committee, Provincial Committee, and the Central Committee!"

A kind word is warm in winter, and true feelings are seen in adversity! These words flowed into Lu Fan's heart like a warm current, and the warmth and friendship made Lu Fan cherish it very much.

How lucky to meet such a good leader!

Lu Fan's eyes were slightly red, and he said: "Thank you for the County Head's trust! I have no way to repay this kindness!"

Bian Jide looked at the young

Upon hearing the County Head's words, Lu Fan nodded heavily.

On November 5th, a major event was being celebrated throughout the province: Provincial Party Committee Secretary Chen Deming, accompanied by Provincial Organization Department Head Li Yi and Provincial Party Committee Secretary-General Li Changfei, personally went to Yinzhou to announce that the 32-year-old Wang Hongtao would serve as the Yinzhou Municipal Party Committee Secretary! At the same time, Provincial Transportation Department Head Lu Jianguo was transferred to serve as the Deputy Municipal Party Committee Secretary and Mayor of Yinzhou!

Although young, Wang Hongtao used his exceptionally impressive political achievements to silence the gossiping tongues.

A brilliant new star in the political arena was rising; he was the youngest local official in the history of Qinchuan Province. His appearance was like a shining ray of light, instantly illuminating the political stage of the entire province.

Wang Hongtao's name quickly spread through every street and alley, becoming a topic of conversation for people in their spare time. In Ningyang County especially, it caused a huge sensation and became a story praised by everyone!

Despite his young age, Wang Hongtao had already demonstrated extraordinary talent and outstanding leadership abilities. With his highly impressive political achievements and unique personal charisma, he silenced those skeptical tongues, and the people of Yinzhou were full of anticipation for moving toward brilliance under Wang Hongtao's leadership!

While Lu Fan silently offered his blessings, he was also filled with envy; if he could reach his teacher's height, surely Le Xueren would not dare to act so recklessly!

After the two audit teams moved into the Baishu Bay Township government and the County Education Bureau, they quickly launched a comprehensive audit of the finances.

However, after checking account after account, they did not find any clues of Lu Fan violating regulations or discipline.

The audit team did not believe it; could there really be a leader who does not take bribes, does not accept gifts, does not take, and does not occupy? Especially when he was still so young? Thus, a deeper investigation was launched!

On November 7th, a group of experts from the Provincial Government Education Supervision Group arrived in Ningyang County to evaluate and accept the "Double High, Double Universal" work, with Division Chief Zhao Sijie leading the team again.

In the afternoon, the supervision group held a report meeting in the Ningyang County Government conference room on the provincial evaluation and acceptance of Ningyang County's "Double High, Double Universal" work and the supervision and assessment of county-level party and government leadership cadres' education work.

County Party Committee Secretary Hu Chengwei gave a report on his education work, and County Head Bian Jide reported to the members of the supervision group on Ningyang County's implementation of the "Double High, Double Universal" work. The meeting also conducted an assessment of satisfaction with education work in Ningyang County.

On the morning of the 9th, the supervision group adopted forms such as holding symposiums, reviewing materials, conducting questionnaires, and sample surveys. They focused on spot-checking departments such as the County Education Bureau, Finance Bureau, and Supervision Office, and conducted spot-check evaluations of 6 middle schools, 13 primary schools, 12 kindergartens, and 2 township adult technical schools, with Lu Fan accompanying them throughout.

However, during the lunch break, Wang Qing, Director of the Third Supervision and Inspection Office of the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission, personally went to Ningyang and knocked on the office door of Deputy County Head Lu Fan.

Lu Fan was taking a nap at the time; after being woken up by the knocking, he opened the office door with sleepy eyes.

However, the scene before him was something Lu Fan had not expected!

Wang Qing walked into the office with a solemn face, first showing his credentials, and then said in an unusually stern tone: "You must be Lu Fan, right?"

Lu Fan's heart tightened, but he quickly calmed down, straightened his body, and replied: "I am Ningyang County Deputy County Head Lu Fan! May I ask what you are looking for me for?"

Wang Qing gave a contemptuous smile and then said in a cold tone: "What am I looking for you for? You should know that in your heart! Lu Fan, please cooperate with the work of the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission and truthfully confess your violations of regulations and discipline at the designated time and place!"

Double Regulation! Lu Fan's complexion changed suddenly, and a layer of fine sweat broke out on his forehead; no leading cadre could remain calm upon hearing this term!

"I have always complied with Party discipline and national laws; there is no such thing as any behavior violating regulations or discipline!" Lu Fan said decisively.

Wang Qing sneered, staring sharply at Lu Fan, and said: "We have already obtained sufficient evidence; please come with us!"

Lu Fan knew he had fallen into a desperate situation, took a deep breath, and said: "I need to report to the County Head; the work on hand needs to be handed over!"

"No need, we have already communicated with your Secretary Hu; the world can keep turning without anyone!"

"Fine, the innocent are self-evidently innocent; I will go with you!"

When going downstairs, it was just during working hours, and just like that, Lu Fan was taken away from the county compound by the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission in broad daylight!

In less than five minutes, the entire County Party Committee compound exploded!

The cadres discussed it heatedly; some felt pity and injustice for Lu Fan, believing he was definitely a good leader; others sighed that one can know a person's face but not their heart; still others said, he did so many good deeds, so what if he took a little...

At 3:00 PM, the supervision group held a summary meeting in the county government auditorium for the evaluation and acceptance of "Double High, Double Universal" and the supervision and assessment of county-level party and government leadership cadres' education work, with Zhao Sijie presiding over the meeting.

More than 300 people attended the meeting, including the City Education Bureau Director, City Education Supervision Office Director, main leaders and members of the four major Ningyang County bodies, main leaders of the member units of the county "Double High, Double Universal" leadership group, responsible comrades of each town (street), members of the County Education Bureau leadership team, heads of the Education Supervision Office, heads of each section, and principals of each school and kindergarten.

However, as the implementer of the specific work, Deputy County Head Lu Fan was absent!

At the meeting, Zhao Sijie read the evaluation report on behalf of the supervision group, announcing that Ningyang County had reached the "Double High, Double Universal" standard and awarding Ningyang County the title of "County with High-Level, High-Quality Universal Nine-Year Compulsory Education, Universal Preschool Education, and Universal High School Education."

According to the "Supervision and Assessment Standards for County-Level Party and Government Leadership Cadres in Qinchuan Province Fulfilling Education Work Responsibilities," the supervision and assessment result for Ningyang County party and government leadership cadres in fulfilling education work responsibilities was excellent.

Zhao Sijie presented the award plaque to Ningyang County on behalf of the Provincial Government Education Supervision Group.

County Head Bian Jide patiently made a statement, and Vice Mayor Zhang Shibin expressed his congratulations to Ningyang County.

After the meeting, County Head Bian Jide rushed to County Party Committee Secretary Hu Chengwei's office at the first opportunity and questioned: "Secretary, I don't understand, on what grounds did the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission take away our Deputy County Head for no reason? What mistake did Lu Fan actually make? Is there any solid evidence? The burden on his shoulders is so heavy!"

Hu Chengwei said helplessly: "Jide, I have no choice either! Wang Qing, Director of the Third Supervision and Inspection Office of the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission, came to me directly; they have already obtained some evidence, and we can only cooperate!"

Bian Jide said: "A deputy county-level cadre shouldn't be something the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission can directly intervene in, right? I want to understand, do the Municipal Party Committee and the Municipal Discipline Inspection Commission know about Lu Fan's matter? Does Secretary Li Mingzhou know?"

"Jide, the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission has the right to handle cases directly; let's not dwell on this. Rest assured, the innocent are self-evidently innocent and the corrupt are self-evidently corrupt; as long as Lu Fan himself is solid, he will be fine soon!"

Just as they were speaking, Zhao Sijie pushed the door open with a solemn expression and asked seriously: "Two leaders, I just heard some rumors; I really want to know what mistake Lu Fan actually made? Why was he taken away by the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission?"

Seeing this, Hu Chengwei stood up, appearing somewhat anxious and helpless, and said: "Division Chief Zhao, we know nothing about the specific situation either; everyone is very anxious now!"

Zhao Sijie's brows were tightly furrowed, and she said firmly: "Lu Fan is my good friend; I don't want to see him receive any unfair treatment!"