Chapter 190: We Are Not Holdout Tenants!

Jiang Jing had already learned the general ins and outs of the matter from the internal reference news beforehand.

Asking like this at this moment was to further verify the authenticity of the matter.

"Mayor Jiang, we are not holdout tenants, and we are absolutely not doing this for demolition compensation."

Auntie Cai said with great agitation and a trembling voice, "In 1994, we lived at No. 22 Chengguan West Street, and we had all the necessary documents in order: property ownership certificates, land use rights certificates, and we even obtained a business license and tax registration certificate, owning a legally operated shop.

Later, because the Era Mall project required relocation, in 1998, the Chengguan Real Estate Development and Management Company and the Chengguan Demolition Office relocated us here.

At the time, they only made a verbal promise, saying we only needed to stay for three months, but who could have imagined that the Era Mall project didn't even exist, and we have been living here for a long, arduous six years..."

Jiang Jing took the relevant evidence from Auntie Cai's hands, examined it carefully, and could not help but knit his brows tightly.

Chen Shengli looked flustered and said nervously, "Mayor Jiang, you must not be misled. Those pieces of evidence are all fake."

These words were like a sharp blade, stabbing straight into Auntie Cai's sore spot.

"These are just photocopies; the originals were long ago destroyed by them.

They sent people to sneak into our home many times, attempting to steal the evidence.

They even committed arson.

My husband suffered extensive burns trying to save me, couldn't be saved, and eventually passed away..."

As Auntie Cai spoke, her voice choked with sobs, and tears streamed down her face.

Seeing that Auntie Cai finally mentioned the homicide case, Jiang Jing's eyes instantly erupted with fury.

Chen Shengli was still trying to quibble, "Mayor Jiang, it was clearly their own improper use of electrical appliances that caused the fire. They insist on a Hidden Plot."

Jiang Jing roared at Chen Shengli, unable to contain his rage: "Get out of here!"

Chen Shengli had not yet had time to react.

Wan Ming quickly stepped forward, twisted his arm, and escorted him out of the shack.

Seeing Chen Shengli being taken away, a glimmer of hope quietly ignited in Auntie Cai's previously numb and desperate heart.

The grievances she had suppressed for many years poured out all at once, like a bursting dam.

Tang Ye hurriedly took out the voice recorder he had prepared in advance, while simultaneously recording the key information in the notebook he carried with him.

"No one has ever stood up to give us an explanation. That arson case resulted in a death, and although a case was finally filed with great difficulty, it has dragged on for so many years and remains unsolved to this day.

Our whole family has been ruined by this case; my son and daughter-in-law lost their jobs because of our family's situation and even faced retaliation.

There are even people who have been dumping unknown gases into the house we live in for a long time; we are truly at our wit's end now. We have evidence and clues, so why does this case keep dragging on without being resolved?

We only hope the case can be solved as soon as possible, so our family can escape this endless sea of suffering..."

Jiang Jing listened quietly to Auntie Cai's tearful complaint, sighed softly, and said firmly, "Auntie Cai, rest assured, I will definitely see this matter through to the end.

Comrade Wan Ming, I leave the investigation of this matter to you."

Jiang Jing did not trust the local Public Security Bureau system.

If not for Wan Ming, he would have even sought help from outside forces.

Wan Ming's expression turned serious, he straightened his posture, and replied loudly, "Understood, Mayor Jiang!"

Auntie Cai had experienced too many similar empty promises for too long; hearing Jiang Jing's words now, a self-deprecating bitter smile appeared at the corner of her mouth.

"Others call me the crazy auntie. Actually, I regret it deeply. My granddaughter is long past the age to start school, but the kindergarten simply refuses to accept her.

Seeing that it's almost time for her to start primary school, if her schooling issue isn't resolved, I really won't be able to hold on anymore and will have a mental breakdown."

Jiang Jing looked at Tang Ye beside him, "Go and implement this immediately; make sure it is done well."

Tang Ye sincerely promised, "Auntie Cai, please rest assured, the child will be able to successfully enter kindergarten and start school next week."

Tang Ye and Wan Ming exchanged a glance.

It had been several years, and so many Directors of the Public Security Bureau had not dared to touch this matter, which showed just how formidable the other side's background was.

However, for Wan Ming, this was an opportunity to prove himself once again.

For Wan Ming, having reached the position of Deputy Director of the County Public Security Bureau, wanting to advance further required not only the support of the County Party Secretary, but if he could gain the appreciation of a City Leader, his progress would be even faster.

Tang Ye thought to himself, Wan Ming has managed to snag another one.

Wan Ming thought to himself, following Tang Ye really does mean opportunities are everywhere!

Although the two were not opportunists, once they encountered a chance to earn merit, they would never miss it!

After everything was arranged, Jiang Jing walked out of the shack.

He stood still, took out his phone, and dialed Xiao Jingyu's number.

The call connected, and Jiang Jing's words were concise and clear: "Mayor Xiao, I have an important matter I would like to report to you."

Xiao Jingyu was at the golf course.

Seeing the call come in, Jin Ming hurriedly handed the phone to him.

Xiao Jingyu knew in his heart that Jiang Jing calling likely meant he was going to stir up some trouble again.

"How about this, let's communicate in detail when we meet at work tomorrow."

The call ended, and Xiao Jingyu looked grave as he instructed Jin Ming, "Hurry and find out what kind of scheme Jiang Jing is cooking up again."

Jin Ming looked solemn and replied, "Yes, I will go handle it right away."

Not long after, Jin Ming had cleared up the situation and came to report: "Jiang Jing went on an unannounced visit again, and this time it has to do with the Chengguan Street demolition arson case."

Xiao Jingyu widened his eyes, his face full of surprise.

"Isn't that an old case from several years ago? How was it dug up again?"

Jin Ming explained with a bitter smile: "Not long ago, the Provincial Television Station went to interview that family."

Xiao Jingyu knitted his brows, looking depressed, and complained, "Didn't I tell them to handle the matter properly? How could they leave such a loose end?"

Jin Ming continued, "That family's attitude is extremely tough; no matter what conditions are offered, they are firmly unwilling to compromise."

Xiao Jingyu pondered for a moment and ordered, "This matter is highly likely to attract the attention of provincial leaders; he must handle it properly and cannot let any mistakes happen."

Xiao Jingyu was filled with irritation and no longer had any interest in "playing ball."

He slammed the golf club in his hand heavily onto the ground.

The beautiful woman holding a golf club beside him wore a look of astonishment on her face.

Jin Ming sighed gloomily.

As the ancients said, "The duck is the first to know when the spring river warms," and the current situation in Hanzhou is just like the water of that spring river; Mayor Xiao has already keenly sensed its changing temperatures.

Ever since Zhou Chengwu stepped into Hanzhou, the previously stable and orderly situation has been like a wild horse, galloping toward a loss of control.

First, those figures on the fringes of the Hanzhou Gang fell one after another, like dominoes.

As the saying goes, "New emperor, new courtiers"; Mayor Xiao's power is gradually waning, which undoubtedly means that his own position is also beginning to totter. Jin Ming could not help but ponder in his heart whether he should also start planning and laying the groundwork early to prepare for the future.

Before long, Xiao Jingyu finished his shower, changed his clothes, and walked out of the lounge.

Jin Ming had been by his side for many years and was extremely familiar with him, catching that trace of undisguised gloom at a single glance.

After getting into the car.

Xiao Jingyu spoke softly and asked, "Jin Ming, how many years have you been serving as my Secretary?"

Jin Ming respectfully replied, "Reporting to Mayor Xiao, it has been five years."

Xiao Jingyu was slightly stunned, as if lost in memory, and sighed, "Time really flies. In the blink of an eye, so many years have passed, and you have worked hard too. I heard your brother-in-law was just promoted to Division Chief at the Provincial Development and Reform Commission; is that Young Master Huang really as omnipotent as the rumors say?"

Jin Ming wore a proper smile on his face and said, "Mayor Xiao, Young Master Huang has always been hoping to make your acquaintance."

Xiao Jingyu waved his hand lightly, his tone carrying a hint of deeper meaning, and said, "Keep in good contact with him; it will be beneficial for your future development. As for me, there is no need to meet him."

Upon hearing this, Jin Ming was slightly startled in his heart.

He immediately thought of that plot of land on Chengguan Street, which had already been targeted by that troublesome fellow, Jiang Jing.

And that plot of land had always been operated by Young Master Huang from behind the scenes.

Could Mayor Xiao's words just now be implying something?

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