Chapter 622

After arriving at the office, Lu Fan announced his name, and was immediately taken to the secretary's office.

After entering, Lu Fan respectfully said, "Secretary Chen, I'm here to report!"

Chen Jiazhong lifted his head, showed a hint of a smile, and said, "You've come, have a seat! Have you finished talking with Comrade Zhou Xi?"

Lu Fan sat upright and replied, "Yes, Secretary, I just came from the Organization Department."

Chen Jiazhong nodded and said, "The organization should have explained everything he needed to, so I won't repeat it. You are going to the grasslands to concurrently serve as the Discipline Inspection Committee secretary, which I support. Now I'll emphasize a few points about the grasslands discipline inspection work."

There, various problems pile up, various contradictions stand out, various ideas and interests clash. Effectively responding to major challenges, resisting major risks, overcoming major obstacles, solving major contradictions, and smoothly advancing all undertakings—without launching an active struggle is impossible!

As a specialized supervisory organ, the discipline inspection and supervision agency must find its position, fulfill its duties, with efficient oversight, strict enforcement of discipline, precise accountability, clarify discipline, strictly govern the various unhealthy tendencies within the Party, must keep a close watch and not yield an inch, letting power operate under sunlight.

We must enforce discipline solemnly, uphold no forbidden zones, full coverage, zero tolerance, uphold strong deterrence, high pressure, long-lasting deterrence, not let offenses go unpunished because of many, not make excuses, not let things slide as a precedent, continuously release a strong signal that discipline enforcement must be strict, to avoid the 'broken window effect'. Keep watch over power, correct the atmosphere, truly achieve genuine strict enforcement, dare to enforce, and enforce consistently.

After going to the grasslands, you must closely watch the 'key persons', promote comprehensive strict Party governance layer by layer, solidifying it through and through, focus on the 'key points' of rectifying conduct and fighting corruption, promote comprehensive strict Party governance with interlocking links and precise efforts, make good use of the 'accountability magic whip', promote comprehensive strict Party governance with teeth and electricity, operating rigidly!

Lu Fan looked at Chen Jiazhong with firm determination, and replied in a firm tone: "At this new starting point of work, I will absolutely not disappoint the organization's expectations and trust, I will cherish this pioneering post even more, firm up my ideals and beliefs, find my work position, keep a clear mind and firm stance on major principles, be fearless and step forward in the face of storms, and dare to draw my sword and resolutely struggle against unhealthy tendencies!"

Ensure supervision guarantees the higher-ups' major decisions are implemented without compromise, resolutely win the anti-corruption struggle's tough and protracted battles, persist with a strict tone to rectify conduct and enforce discipline, deepen the rectification of petty corruption among the masses, forge a loyal and dedicated iron-army guard, let supervision and guarantee take root, blossom, and bear fruit on the vast grasslands, on the new exam journey deliver a satisfactory discipline inspection and supervision answer sheet, and seize an overwhelming victory in the anti-corruption struggle!

After finishing the procedures, Chen Jiazhong smiled and said, "Lu Yao works at the Grassland Discipline Inspection Committee; if you go there, you can't have an older brother leading a younger sister. I plan to transfer her back."

Lu Fan smiled faintly and replied, "It's the secretary who's thoughtful; I will follow the organization's arrangement."

Chen Jiazhong added, "Just now Zhou Xi called me and said you want to reorganize the Grassland Discipline Inspection Committee."

Lu Fan earnestly replied, "Yes, Secretary. Facing the new situation and new tasks of the struggle, I fully realize this struggle's long-term, complex, and arduous nature. To make a difference and fight against corrupt practices to the end, we need a disciplined inspection and supervision 'iron army' that obeys commands like fingers. Time waits for no one; rather than dawdle, we should thoroughly overhaul and rebuild a 'team' to charge into battle."

Before you arrived, I had already been thinking about this issue; what you said makes sense. The inaction of the Grassland Discipline Inspection Committee is likely because they have rotted to the core. I support your thorough reorganization of the Grassland Discipline Inspection Committee. These days I will solicit opinions from comrades, adjust the leadership team of the Grassland Discipline Inspection Committee, and free up a position for you.

Lu Fan, let go and boldly carry out your work; I and Hong Tao will fully support you!

Leaving the Discipline Inspection Committee, Lu Fan wanted to take a walk to sort out his thoughts. Heading to the grasslands, the responsibility is great, the mission glorious, the task arduous; success is mandatory, failure is not an option. Otherwise, he would have no face to meet the elders of Jiangdong, let alone disappoint Secretary Hong Tao's trust and everyone's expectations.

Returning to the northern headquarters hutong, night had already fallen.

Li Lao was exercising in the courtyard; seeing Lu Fan enter, he showed a relieved smile and asked, "Finished the talk?"

Yes, Grandpa; the organization and the Discipline Inspection both went, and I can feel the two leaders' deep concern and earnest expectations. I now keenly feel the weight of responsibility on my shoulders; going to the grasslands will face major challenges.

Li Lao's eyes flashed with light as he looked at Lu Fan and said, "One general's success is built on countless bones! Without enduring storms, one cannot become a great tree; without undergoing hundredfold forging, one cannot become steel. Going to the grasslands is an opportunity and also a chance; discipline inspection is steel, supervision is the gun—you must wield this weapon well, using high-pressure deterrence to strike violations, discipline breaches, and illegal acts. To achieve real results in your work, you must 'come down hard'! Turn some cases into ironclad ones, let punishment be swift and decisive, resolutely punish corruption and eradicate graft, thoroughly establish momentum and prestige, show your iron-blooded side, and then the organization will dare to entrust you with more important and complex tasks."

Lu Fan nodded heavily and said, "Grandpa, I now have a certain idea; upon going to the grasslands, I plan to start with the Yunlianfeng case and thoroughly dig out the protective umbrella behind it."

Li Lao laughed and said, "Good, this is human nature; just openly avenge private grudges—no one can say anything, at most they'll mutter behind your back. Xiao Fan, the director of the Grassland Provincial Health Commission, Wang Dong, is trustworthy; you can assign him any task."

Thank you, Grandpa! Help is naturally better the more there is.

July 6, Lu Fan returned to Huayuan and went to work as usual. But the province was far from calm; rumors of Secretary Lu's departure never ceased, this move would vacate two important positions, the political landscape of Huayuan was about to change, large-scale adjustments were unavoidable, and many began to prepare in advance.

July 8, the secretary of the Grassland Discipline Inspection Committee was suddenly reassigned as the head of the tenth inspection team, shocking everyone; this caused a big reaction in the grasslands, but the arm cannot twist the thigh.

After seeing the news on the website, Lu Fan knew his departure had entered the countdown.

July 10, the director of the first supervision office of the Grassland Discipline Inspection Committee, Lu Yao, was transferred to a higher department; along with him, a standing deputy division-level official was also transferred away.

July 12, the sole remaining deputy secretary of the Grassland Province Discipline Inspection Committee was assigned elsewhere; now many in the grasslands panicked, whispered discussions ran rampant, and the sense of crisis had reached a critical point.

Lu Fan was thinking in his office when he saw the incoming call number, hurriedly answered, and respectfully said, "Hello, Secretary!"

Lu Fan, your appointment has been approved; you will soon go to the grasslands. Are you prepared?

Always ready! Recently I've been planning how to carry out work in the grasslands; I've finally gotten a clue, and I guarantee I won't embarrass you.

Wang Hongtao said, "Facing a more glorious mission, a more arduous task, a more severe challenge, and a greater work, we must only promote the fighting spirit, strengthen fighting experience, and enhance fighting ability to 'level the hills and turn them into a highway, after fighting through hardships we set out again,' calmly respond to major risks and challenges, and firmly grasp the initiative in struggle."

In the face of major risks and challenges, what is frightening is not the risks and challenges themselves, but the lack of fighting consciousness and determination. Going there, you must strengthen your fighting experience, dare to fight and win, be skilled at accomplishing tasks, promote the fighting spirit of daring to storm cities and seize strongholds, be courageous to wade through risky shoals, break solid ice, and assault fortresses, with unyielding and never-give-up vigor, to meet blades head-on and overcome hardships.

In the face of major principle issues and questions of right and wrong, one must stand firm and show clear colors; when dealing with risks and challenges and steering complex situations, maintain political resolve and set the political direction; enhance political sensitivity and discernment, see the essence through phenomena, not be disturbed by noise, not be misled by corrupt practices, not be swayed by undercurrents. With solid political responsibility comes a clear mind, bright eyes, willingness to take on duties, and sufficient stamina to proceed steadily and far, enabling you to pass the test of struggle and hand in a qualified answer sheet.

Secretary, I will certainly keep your earnest instructions in mind, be grateful and forge ahead, show greater responsibility, and achieve greater accomplishments.

Lu Fan, I have had the Sichuan army select a guard for you, first assigned as a driver, and he will report to you today.

Lu Fan hurriedly said, "Secretary, this doesn't quite comply with regulations, right? I think it's unnecessary; I will take good care of myself."

Wang Hongtao would not brook disagreement, saying, "The situation is different; do you remember why I went to Yinzhou for my post back then? Listen to me on this—be prepared, safety first!"

Okay, Secretary, thank you for your concern and care!

Wang Hongtao suddenly asked, "Regarding the deputy secretary of the Huayuan Provincial Party Committee, if selected within the province, who do you think would be more suitable?"

In response, Lu Fan had already considered this and directly replied, "Zhao Lingyun and Wang Jinwu are both suitable candidates." No need for reasons, just name the candidates.

Hmm, I understand. I still have a meeting later, so I won't say more now; no matter what, you can report to me at any time.

After hanging up, Lu Fan summoned Zhou Xiang to the office to ask whether he was willing to take a post outside the province.

Zhou Xiang didn't even think for a second, excitedly replying, "Secretary, I'll go, I'll go! As long as you're willing to take me, I will surely serve you wholeheartedly, attending to your every need."

Then get ready, we're leaving soon!" Lu Fan was quite satisfied with this temporary secretary; the person was quick-witted, perceptive, had high comprehension, and was worth cultivating.

By afternoon, officials throughout the province were spreading the word that Secretary Lu was leaving.

Zhao Lingyun specially ran to Lu Fan's office, laughing, and said, "Now we're colleagues!"

Lu Fan smiled and replied, "What's the secret? You need to pass it on to me."

You still want me to teach? I guarantee that within two months you'll shine brightly in our discipline inspection system! Lu Fan, I won't say anything else—just take good care of yourself there, safety first, watch out for desperate dogs jumping the wall.

No problem—if any dog dares to jump, just break its leg!