Chapter 365: Lu Yao

Lu Yao knows that she has caused her superiors a huge trouble, even jeopardizing the futures of many people, but she can't control that much; people are selfish!

Lu Yao, filled with guilt, said, "Team Leader, I have let you down and betrayed your trust and mentorship; I am willing to bear all responsibility, and I will gladly accept any punishment. Team Leader, I'm sorry for disappointing you! I resign!"

Guo Dajin let out a long sigh, his tone heavy, and said, "Do you think such a huge matter can be shouldered by you alone? This is a terrifying political incident! Even I can't bear it! Alas, now that it's come to this, we can only wait for Secretary Tang's instructions!"

Lu Yao was more concerned about how to handle Le Xue Ren, so she gathered her courage and asked, "Team Leader, what should we do with Le Xue Ren?"

Guo Dajin glared at her fiercely, his anger uncontainable, and said, "You ask me? Ask whom? You're truly audacious and lawless!"

After all, she was a girl in her twenties; Lu Yao knew she had caused a massive disaster, her heart full of anxiety and grievance, her eyes watery like rain‑kissed pear blossoms!

After almost an hour of scolding, Guo Dajin was still angry but could not bear to see Lu Yao's pitiful state, so he coldly said, "You stay in your room, don't go anywhere, and first reflect properly on your mistakes!"

Lu Yao, apologetic, bowed deeply and left Guo Dajin's room.

At this moment, Secretary Tang Yi was on a call with Chen Jiazong.

"Jiazong, nothing's happened in Qinchuan Province, right?"

"Secretary Tang, Le Xue Ren's being taken away by the Discipline Inspection Committee caused a big stir, but it's relatively stable for now and overall controllable. I've also clarified the matter; the key now is how to deal with Le Xue Ren."

"Alas, I'm also helpless! Whatever the case, Lu Yao is a staff member of the Discipline Inspection Committee; now that it's come to this, the mistake is the mistake! Let me think it over; later I'll have to see the leaders. Let's all consider how to minimize the adverse impact as much as possible!"

After Chen Jiazong hung up, Hong Tao, sitting opposite, hurriedly asked, "Secretary, what does Secretary Tang mean?"

Chen Jiazong sighed and said, "He's also uncertain; he can't just slap himself in the face, can he? But this matter doesn't involve us; it's an internal issue of their Discipline Inspection Committee. If it were to be aired, Qinchuan Province would be the victim!"

Hong Tao thought for a moment and said, "The organization's prestige must be upheld; Secretary Tang does face a dilemma. Secretary, I've reviewed some Central Discipline Inspection Committee documents, and Le Xue Ren does have issues. It might be better to make the most of this mistake and seize him now! Moreover, regardless of how he entered, who can guarantee he's truly problem‑free? Who would dare release him?"

Chen Jiazong said, "We don't need to worry about this; the clash in Jingcheng must be significant now. Let's just watch and wait for developments!"

Lu Fan was reviewing documents in his office when Discipline Inspection Committee Secretary Du Wenlong rushed in, locked the door, and exclaimed excitedly, "Secretary, Secretary, Le Xue Ren has been placed under double investigation!"

Lu Fan sprang up with a "swish", staring intently at Du Wenlong and asked, "Is the information reliable?"

"It can't be false; I checked with a friend from the Provincial Discipline Inspection Committee, and Le Xue Ren was indeed taken away!"

"Heaven's justice is clear, and retribution is overdue! I hope that old dog finally faces punishment!" After saying that, Lu Fan immediately dialed his sister's phone to inquire.

He tried several times but got no answer; what Lu Fan didn't know was that his sister was undergoing an organizational talk.

So Lu Fan called Secretary Xiao Bin again; he is now the Discipline Inspection Committee Secretary of Chang'an City.

After the call connected, Xiao Bin said straight away, "Lu Fan, don't worry too much; I feel there's still a turn of events!"

Lu Fan felt bewildered and a bit clueless, so he asked, "Secretary Zhang, was Le Xue Ren taken away by the Central Discipline Inspection Committee?"

"You don't know? Ah, your sister was too impulsive, went straight to the provincial government and took Le Xue Ren. Hong Tao is still in the Provincial Party Committee Secretary Chen's office, all waiting for higher‑up instructions!"

Hearing this, Lu Fan's heart tightened, and he anxiously asked, "Secretary Zhang, you have worked in the disciplinary inspection sector for years and have experience; what punishment will Lu Yao ultimately face for this behavior? Could she end up in prison?"

Secretary Xiao Bin was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "I haven't encountered such a case, but I think, in any event, it probably won't lead to imprisonment."

"Secretary Zhang, if there's any news, please inform me at any time; I'd be immensely grateful!"

"Alright!"

After hanging up, Lu Fan was burning with anxiety, dialed Lu Yao's number again, but still no answer.

Lu Fan helplessly sent a message: "Brother is your forever harbor; if you're unhappy, come home, I'm waiting for you!"

Du Wenlong caught the gist and hurriedly asked, "Brother Fan, did YaoYao take Le Xue Ren away? Could it be a unilateral decision?"

Lu Fan helplessly said, "It seems indeed so; what should we do!"

Du Wenlong also grew anxious, "Brother Fan, that's a provincial‑ministerial level case; if YaoYao acted on her own, it's truly a huge disaster!"

"At worst I'll keep my sister under my care! As long that she's safe, that's fine!" After that, Lu Fan called Secretary Li Mingzhou and gave a rough account of his sister's situation.

"Lu Fan, don't be so hasty; I'm heading to Chang'an right now. However, every cloud has a silver lining; although YaoYao acted impulsively this time, it might be a risky path to prosperity! Secretary Tang cares about face; even if YaoYao made a wrong decision, she's still his Discipline Inspection Committee personnel, so Secretary Tang can only bite the bullet and swallow it! Rest assured, YaoYao will definitely be fine!"

Lu Fan gratefully said, "Secretary, I've caused you trouble; as long as YaoYao is okay, that's all that matters!"

Secretary Tang Yi emerged from Xinhua Gate, returned to his office with a gloomy demeanor. Earlier, he had almost come to blows with Deputy General Manager Huang.

He blamed himself for lax oversight. Nevertheless, the Discipline Inspection Committee's work isn't for others to whine about! Moreover, the Committee doesn't release people without investigation; isn't that like slapping oneself in the face?

After much deliberation, Tang Yi dialed Guo Dajin's phone, instructing him to formally launch an investigation into Le Xue Ren!

Guo Dajin asked for instructions on how to handle Lu Yao.

For Secretary Tang, Lu Yao was insignificant; not having decided yet, he said, "First suspend her from duty for reflection, halt all work, and deal with it later!"

Thus, the review of Lu Yao was temporarily concluded.

Back in her room, Lu Yao saw the message from her brother, and she curled up under the blanket, sobbing loudly.

After crying herself tired and calming down, Lu Yao asked Team Leader Guo Dajin for leave and headed straight for Ganshui County!

What Lu Yao didn't know was that her earlier efforts were not in vain.

Guo Dajin, following Secretary Tang Yi's orders, launched a comprehensive investigation into Le Xue Ren's illegal and disciplinary violations, and the materials Lu Yao had gathered earlier pointed the investigation in the right direction.

All day long, Lu Fan was restless, constantly staring at his phone, unable to focus on work.

After work, Lu Fan sat listlessly in the office, worrying about his sister's safety.

At seven p. m., Secretary Li Mingzhou called, saying the situation had turned; the Central Discipline Inspection Committee had officially begun investigating Le Xue Ren.

This good news lifted Lu Fan's spirits a bit; when he asked about his sister that day, Li Mingzhou said the matter was still sensitive, and any updates would be promptly relayed to Lu Fan.

Time ticked by second by second, and before he knew it it was past eight o'clock. Lu Fan sat quietly at his desk, his gaze vacant as he stared out the window.

Suddenly, in a daze, he seemed to see his sister's familiar figure walking in through the main door.

Lu Fan blinked hard, thinking it was an illusion. When he opened his eyes again, his sister was indeed gone!

Yet, a few minutes later, a knock sounded outside the office, and Lu Yao pushed the door open and entered.

Seeing her brother sitting there, Lu Yao could no longer hold back her grievance; tears burst forth like a broken dam, soaking her cheeks.

Lu Fan hurried over, heartbroken, pulling his sister tightly into his arms, gently patting her back, and soothing, "It's okay, brother's here; just come back, we won't suffer any more grievances, even if you quit work!"

In this world, there is a feeling called deep brother‑sister affection.

Seeing her brother sitting there, Lu Yao could no longer restrain her grievance; tears surged like a breached dam, soaking her cheeks.

Lu Fan hurried over, his face full of worry and concern, heartbroken as he pulled his sister tightly into his arms, gently patting her back, and comforting, "It's okay, brother's here; just come back, we won't suffer any more grievances!"

In this world, there is a feeling called deep sibling bond. The brother and sister grew up together from childhood, relying on each other for life; each sees the other as the warmest, most steadfast strength, and also the most important part of life, silently guarding each other.

Lu Fan secretly swore in his heart to protect his sister well and never let her suffer any injustice again.

After a moment, Lu Yao's emotions calmed; she wiped her tears and said, "Brother, I've caused trouble this time!"

Lu Fan comforted her: "It's no big deal; don't forget you graduated from a prestigious university—do whatever you want! If you don't want to do anything, I'll support you, and you can just relax!"

As long as her brother is around, Lu Yao feels completely at ease!

Suddenly her stomach growled, and Lu Yao laughed through tears: "Brother, I haven't eaten all day—I'm hungry!"

Come on, brother will take you to eat something good—Ganshui's stewed noodle is very tasty; add some tofu with garlic, it's extremely delicious!

Lu Yao quickly tidied up, linked arms with her brother, and appeared at the County Committee Compound.

"Those who don't know the truth" cadres inevitably gossip behind their backs, guessing this is Secretary Lu's girlfriend?

Lu Fan greeted the familiar leaders and openly introduced his "biological sister"!

Leaving the County Courtyard, many cadres and masses, upon seeing Lu Fan, would say: "Secretary Lu's wife!"

It can be seen that their greetings come from the heart, and Lu Yao shares in the honor.

As they walked, Lu Yao suddenly asked, "Brother, do you think what I did this time was right or wrong?"

Lu Fan replied: "Right or wrong depends on the person, but if I were in your situation, I would definitely do the same!"

Hearing this, Lu Yao felt happy, thinking all her efforts were worth it! After struggling for so many years, isn't she just waiting for this day?