Chapter 1232: A Hotbed of Corruption and Depravity!

Tang Ye returned to Yechuan County, having sat down for only a short while.

Han Zhengyi called, "The investigation into Lai Qingwang's case is clear. The Discipline Inspection, Supervision, Customs, Public Security, and other departments collaborated on the case. Many public officials in Min Province were implicated in duty-related crimes."

Tang Ye sighed, "I didn't expect the case to be this big."

Han Zhengyi said, "Tomorrow morning, we are holding an anti-corruption warning education conference. All cadres at or above the Section Chief level must attend."

The next day, the County Party Committee organized a case briefing for leading cadres at or above the Section Chief level.

The attendees watched a warning education video.

Relevant staff members provided a detailed briefing on the case.

Finally, Han Zhengyi delivered the keynote report.

"This case is shocking, even hair-raising. The amount of money involved, the duration of the investigation, the scale, and the breadth of the case make it arguably the number one economic case in the country. Comrades, please take note of the following data: over six hundred people involved in this case have been placed under investigation, and nearly three hundred of them have been held criminally responsible according to the law."

"Lai Qingwang had a famous saying: he was not afraid of cadres, only afraid of cadres who had no hobbies."

"If someone loved beautiful women, he would help them keep a mistress."

"If someone was addicted to gambling, he would specifically send people to accompany them and proactively offer gambling funds."

"I would like to ask, everyone present here, do you have any hobbies?"

Hearing this, Tang Ye's gaze slowly swept across the faces of everyone below.

Everyone's face appeared very calm.

But it was impossible to tell how many of them were just putting on a show and feigning calmness.

The meeting ended, and the crowd discussed it fervently.

"Today's meeting was truly terrifying."

"I heard that the reason this Lai Qingwang was caught has to do with Zhaojiang Wharf."

"Tang Ye is truly formidable. He investigated a case and created such a huge influence nationwide..."

"Zheng Shaokang relied on this case to be directly promoted to the second-in-command at the Municipal Public Security Bureau!"

Three days later, Gao Qidong arrived in Hong Kong.

He had come to Hong Kong many times.

Every time, the feeling was different.

After walking out of business class, he arrived at the baggage carousel.

The Secretary's phone rang, "That's right, we just got off the plane and are picking up our luggage. We will come out once we have it."

The person picking them up was a woman, and her voice was sweet and coquettish, "Secretary Li, then we shall see you shortly."

After the luggage came out, the Secretary hurried over and placed it on a cart.

Gao Qidong followed the Secretary to the exit.

In the distance, a tall, young, and beautiful woman with long hair waved at the two of them.

The Secretary walked up to meet her, and a man behind the beauty took the luggage from his hand.

The beauty introduced herself to Gao Qidong, "My name is Xu Meina, and I am the Deputy General Manager of Jinhua Group. I will be accompanying and hosting you throughout your inspection in Hong Kong this time. If you have any needs, you may bring them up."

Gao Qidong thought to himself that Jinhua Group was indeed a major company; the staff member in charge of hosting was not only outstanding in appearance but also had a wonderful temperament, even more pleasing to the eye than the female stars on TVB.

They arrived at the hotel where they were staying.

Xu Meina pulled open the curtains.

Through the floor-to-ceiling windows, one could see the high-rise buildings outside, and the sea view was also unobstructed.

"Mayor Gao, this hotel belongs to our Jinhua Group. From here, you can see Victoria Harbour. If you have any needs, you can contact the hotel; they can provide you with all kinds of services."

"How thoughtful," Gao Qidong praised.

"Mayor Gao, please take a rest. Later, Chairman Fan will have dinner with you to welcome you."

Gao Qidong smiled slightly, "Thank you for your hard work, Manager Xu."

Gao Qidong sat on the sofa and took a sip of tea, thinking to himself that it was no wonder so many people liked to run to Hong Kong!

This was a free and open port, and also a hotbed of corruption and depravity.

Gao Qidong considered himself a person with a sense of conviction.

Having been in politics for so many years, although he would occasionally bow to social conventions, he had his own bottom line on matters of right and wrong.

For example, regarding women, all of Xiyang City knew he did not get close to them.

As for material things, Gao Qidong did not have high pursuits either.

He enjoyed power.

Only by grasping greater power could he satisfy his own spiritual needs.

The Secretary returned to his own room.

The doorbell rang.

Gao Qidong thought the Secretary had returned, so he walked over and opened the door.

A woman about one meter seven tall, wearing high heels, stood at the doorway.

The woman introduced herself, then stepped aside and said, "I am the massage therapist prepared for you by Manager Xu."

Gao Qidong hesitated slightly, "Come in!"

The woman walked in, tidied up the large bed, and said softly, "Sir, please lie down over here."

Gao Qidong lay on the bed.

The woman used skilled techniques to give Gao Qidong a full-body massage.

Gao Qidong closed his eyes, feeling his body gradually relax.

Two hours later, the entire service was finished, and Gao Qidong felt refreshed, though deep down he felt a sense of regret and loss.

After sleeping on the bed for an hour, the Secretary called to remind him, "Mayor Gao, you need to attend the banquet shortly."

Gao Qidong nodded slightly, "Alright."

The banquet was held at a high-end restaurant, with luxurious decor and an elegant style.

Upon seeing Gao Qidong appear, Fan Shaoqun immediately stood up to shake his hand, then introduced the people beside him; besides the senior management of Jinhua Group, there were also several women.

Although Gao Qidong rarely watched Hong Kong dramas, he recognized a few of them as contracted artists of TVB who had played supporting roles in many hit Hong Kong dramas and could be considered household names.

It had to be said that this reception greatly changed Gao Qidong's impression of Fan Shaoqun.

The banquet ended, and Gao Qidong had drunk a few glasses of wine, feeling somewhat tipsy.

Fan Shaoqun smiled and said to Gao Qidong, "Mayor Gao, it's getting late, so I won't arrange any other activities for you."

Gao Qidong nodded slightly, "I still have to go to the Jinhua headquarters for an inspection tomorrow morning, so I need to conserve my energy."

After Gao Qidong walked out of the private room, Fan Shaoqun gave a wink to one of the actresses.

The actress understood immediately and hurried forward to take Gao Qidong's arm.

Gao Qidong was stunned for a moment, then immediately pulled his arm away from the actress's hand and said with a smile, "Chairman Fan, my tolerance for alcohol is fine; this little bit of wine isn't enough to get me drunk. I'll be fine walking by myself."

Fan Shaoqun smiled and said, "I'm still a bit worried, so I wanted to have Amin take you to the hotel."

Gao Qidong waved at Fan Shaoqun, "Chairman Fan, I have my principles. I appreciate your kindness."

After Gao Qidong left, Fan Shaoqun's expression darkened.

Amin said in a low voice, "I'm sorry, Mr. Fan, I failed to complete the task."

Fan Shaoqun waved his hand, "It's fine. You did very well. It's not that he has no interest in you. It's just that he is suppressing his own desires. You go back first!"

Only Fan Shaoqun was left in the private room.

He smoked a cigarette in silence.

He had to re-evaluate Gao Qidong.

This was a person who seemed controllable, but when it came to matters of principle, he would not easily make mistakes.

He had accepted the beauty massage service.

But he had refused the opportunity for deeper interaction with the actress.

It really was baffling.

However, Fan Shaoqun was confident.

As long as he was given time, he would definitely be able to develop Gao Qidong into his own puppet.

An Executive Vice Mayor of a prefecture-level city.

He held immense power in his hands!

Power could be converted into wealth!

It could bring many development opportunities to Jinhua Group!