Chapter 1196: Officials Must Not Fear Trouble!

Tang Ye sat in his office, sorting through his thoughts.

Regarding the land acquisition and demolition of the four gardens, he had two plans.

The first was to modify the scope of the acquisition and demolition.

By excluding the four gardens from the acquisition and demolition scope, the process would be cumbersome, but it could solve the problem thoroughly and cause Chai Zhenkun's schemes to fall through.

The second was to conduct an investigation into Zhenao Group.

According to Zhou Songtao's notes, Zhenao Group had major issues.

Its boss, Chai Zhenkun, had built his fortune through underworld connections.

If he could investigate Chai Zhenkun thoroughly, he could not only solve the problem of excessive acquisition and demolition costs for the four gardens but also eradicate a social scourge.

However, Chai Zhenkun had already laundered his reputation by relying on Zhenao Group, so investigating his issues would be extremely difficult.

He could use the method of "luring the snake out of its hole" to make Chai Zhenkun bare his fangs.

Thus, Tang Ye decided to play the "modify the acquisition and demolition scope" card first.

Tang Ye called Ma Ran in and instructed him to prepare an application.

Ma Ran quickly brought this application to Tang Ye.

……

Tang Ye took the application and found Han Zhengyi.

After reading the contents of the application, Han Zhengyi was quite surprised, "Modifying the scope of the Strategic Eastward Expansion land acquisition—wouldn't that be too difficult!"

Tang Ye did not hide his intentions, "This is a probe..."

Han Zhengyi quickly understood what Tang Ye meant, "You mean to make Chai Zhenkun realize that the four gardens might end up in his hands, forcing him to make concessions?"

Tang Ye nodded slightly, "That's right. Right now, Chai Zhenkun is adamant because he thinks the acquisition and demolition are a sure thing. If he knows we are modifying the scope, it will be different."

Han Zhengyi frowned, "The acquisition and demolition area was approved by the province. If we modify it, will there be problems?"

Tang Ye said, "Policies are rigid, but people are flexible. If the acquisition and demolition costs are too high, of course, the policy can be modified. Secretary Han, please rest assured, leave this matter to me. If it affects the progress of the acquisition and demolition, you can shift the responsibility onto me."

Han Zhengyi nodded, "Fine, I agree."

After Tang Ye left,

Han Zhengyi felt uneasy.

In this matter, he had played a bit of a trick.

Tang Ye was a smart man and could naturally see that he had been pushed to the front.

However, Tang Ye did not hold a grudge because of this, but instead took the initiative to shoulder the responsibility.

……

Han Zhengyi agreed with Tang Ye's idea.

Tang Ye had no worries at the county level.

Subsequently,

He took the application and went to the Xiyang Municipal Government, presenting the report to Jiang Jing.

After reading the application, Jiang Jing was quite surprised, "This application needs to be submitted to the Provincial Development and Reform Commission; the procedure will be very complicated and will delay quite a bit of time."

Tang Ye insisted, "Mayor Jiang, you once told me that when serving as an official, one must never fear trouble and must put action first."

Jiang Jing was lost in thought; had he said that?

Regardless of whether he had said it or not, Tang Ye's drive deserved recognition.

He nodded and said, "Fine, then let's try it according to your idea!"

……

Leaving the Municipal Government, Tang Ye headed straight for the Provincial Development and Reform Commission.

Zhang Nan was somewhat surprised to receive Tang Ye's call, but because Tang Ye had performed well at the Liaoning Summit, Zhang Nan did not give him the cold shoulder or brush him off this time.

Tang Ye walked into Zhang Nan's office.

Zhang Nan smiled, "County Magistrate Tang, please sit."

Tang Ye sat down, and Zhang Nan took a paper cup and poured a glass of purified water for Tang Ye.

Tang Ye thought to himself that Zhang Nan's attitude had indeed changed significantly.

"Director Zhang, I came to see you this time mainly because I have an application report that I would like you to review."

Zhang Nan took the application report from Tang Ye, browsed through it quickly, and said calmly, "County Magistrate Tang, this report involves the acquisition and demolition scope of Yechuan County's Eastward Expansion Plan. You should know that government planning is not child's play; it cannot be changed at a whim."

Tang Ye explained patiently, "Director Zhang, I know this application puts you in a difficult position and adds to your workload. But I think we should consider the issue from the perspective of the common people. If we can lower the acquisition and demolition costs by modifying the plan, wouldn't that be a good thing for the people?"

Zhang Nan tapped his finger on the application, "I will keep this report here and organize personnel to study it."

Tang Ye said, "Thank you, Director Zhang, sorry for the trouble."

Zhang Nan smiled, "I have another meeting to attend shortly. If you have nothing else, I may have to excuse myself."

Tang Ye tactfully stood up, "Fine, Director Zhang, please go ahead with your work."

……

After Tang Ye left the office,

Zhang Nan dialed Chai Zhenkun's phone number.

Chai Zhenkun answered quickly, "Director Zhang, hello, do you have any instructions?"

Zhang Nan's tone was serious, "I just received a report. This report is related to the Yechuan County Strategic Eastward Expansion plan. Yechuan is applying to adjust the acquisition and demolition scope, and the four garden companies you acquired are all being excluded from the red line!"

Chai Zhenkun immediately sat up straight, "Director Zhang, you absolutely cannot approve this application!"

Zhang Nan said with some annoyance, "If it were an application report submitted by someone else, I could pretend I didn't see it or just brush it off. But this Tang Ye is not simple; he is very familiar with Provincial Governor Fu's Secretary, Liu Yang."

Chai Zhenkun understood what Zhang Nan meant,

She was afraid that this matter would reach the ears of Provincial Governor Fu.

Back then, the news about those four gardens in Yechuan County was leaked to Chai Zhenkun by Zhang Nan.

He thought to himself that Zhang Nan must be afraid that a major problem would arise and implicate her.

This woman holds a high official position, but her courage is far too small.

"Director Zhang, I don't think you need to worry so much. How can government planning be changed so easily? As long as you don't approve this application, I won't treat you poorly."

Zhang Nan frowned and said, "I suggest you hurry and negotiate with the Yechuan County Government, lower your expectations, and just settle for something reasonable. One shouldn't be too greedy."

Chai Zhenkun smiled and said, "Director Zhang, I will certainly listen to your words. I will arrange for people to negotiate with Yechuan County immediately. Rest assured, I won't cause you any trouble."

……

After hanging up the phone with Zhang Nan, Chai Zhenkun took a deep breath and dialed Li Wenbo's number.

"Come to my office."

Li Wenbo arrived at Chai Zhenkun's office very quickly.

"Chairman, is there something you need?"

"The demolition of those four gardens in Yechuan County has run into problems.

The County Magistrate of Yechuan County took the application to the Provincial Development and Reform Commission; he wants to modify the scope of the land acquisition and demolition!

If the application passes approval, the investment in these four gardens will be for nothing, and they will be stuck in our hands.

We need to renegotiate with Yechuan County now!"

Li Wenbo looked at Chai Zhenkun in surprise, "Chairman, if that happens, we will be in a passive position! Why don't you speak with the people above? You must stop this change!"

Chai Zhenkun flared up and said angrily, "Is the government run by my family? If I had absolute certainty, why would I need to tell you so much!"

Li Wenbo rolled his eyes and said, "Chairman, I have an idea, but I don't know if I should say it or not..."