Chapter 319: Spit It All Out for Me!

Jiang Jing took the list from Huang Bihong's hand, and as her gaze wandered over the names, her expression grew increasingly grim.

Tang Ye had already seen this document beforehand.

It not only exhaustively listed all the positions drawing empty salaries but also provided precise annotations for the actual beneficiaries behind each position.

The oppressive atmosphere in the conference room suddenly solidified, and Jiang Jing, finally unable to contain her rage, slammed the list fiercely toward Guo Yi.

The paper cut through the air with a sharp whistling sound, landing with a *slap* on Guo Yi's face.

Guo Yi instinctively bent down to pick it up, fine beads of cold sweat instantly breaking out on his forehead, his eyes filled with terror and panic.

The investigation behind this list was truly shocking—the Reporter had actually endured for two full years, conducting an all-encompassing investigation into the empty salary problem at Hanxing Group.

The salary structure and capital flow of every single position had been unearthed with absolute clarity.

These secrets, which should have been buried deep, were now exposed before everyone's eyes, supported by detailed data.

Tang Ye sighed inwardly; Hanxing Group, once glorious and the benchmark of Hanzhou's industry, had been eaten away until it was riddled with holes by these parasites over the course of more than a decade.

Jiang Jing's voice carried an unconcealable heartache and fury.

"The problems at Hanxing Group are a disgrace to Hanzhou! Ordinary employees haven't received their wages for half a year, yet those who never come to work can sit at home every month and collect ill-gotten gains. The enterprise has rotted to its core! Not a single person involved in this will be allowed to escape; whatever you have taken, you will all spit it back out for me!"

Guo Yi's previous arrogance had vanished completely; at this moment, he was like a deflated ball, wilted and dejected.

Cao Zhengchun, Dai Weimin, and the West District District Mayor were also as silent as cicadas in winter.

No one had expected that such a heaven-shaking thunderclap would erupt from Hanxing Group.

Although the phenomenon of drawing empty salaries was not uncommon in 2006, one as blatant and reckless as Hanxing Group's was truly rare.

Jiang Jing took a deep breath, struggling to calm her emotions, and began her concluding remarks.

"I thank all the representatives for your frankness today; your deep affection for Hanxing Group has deeply moved me. I firmly believe that under this corporate culture of treating the factory as home, the enterprise's current difficulties are only temporary.

Next, I will speak on five points:

First, the Municipal Party Committee and the Municipal Government have always paid close attention to Hanxing Group and have coordinated a large amount of funds over these years to fully assist the enterprise in overcoming its difficulties. Please rest assured, and please tell your fellow workers that the Municipal Party Committee and the Municipal Government will never abandon you.

Second, I have fully understood the issues you have raised and will report them to Secretary Zhou shortly. Any behavior involving violations of regulations or the law will be strictly investigated and dealt with; we will never be lenient.

Third, we will allocate funds as quickly as possible to pay back everyone's wages for the past half year, so that everyone can have a good New Year.

Fourth, regarding the future development of Hanxing Group, we will quickly formulate a detailed plan and introduce corresponding measures as soon as possible.

Fifth, I hope everyone will return to their work posts as soon as possible. Once the situation worsens, the damage caused to the factory will be long-term and fatal."

Zhang Chunshui immediately stated his position: "Mayor Jiang, please rest assured, we will resume work tomorrow! Everyone is actually very law-abiding; we were truly driven to a dead end."

The meeting ended, and before leaving, Jiang Jing cast a cold glance at Guo Yi, threw out the words "You had better look after yourself," and turned to leave.

Guo Yi sat dazed in his seat, unable to collect his thoughts for a long time.

Upon returning to the office, the Vice President pushed open the door, "President Guo, the Tiger Bone Wine..."

"Don't you see what time it is?" Guo Yi flew into a rage, "Get out!"

The Vice President, not expecting Guo Yi's reaction to be so sensitive, hurriedly retreated and closed the door.

Guo Yi felt his body trembling for some reason; he struggled to control his fingers and dialed a number:

"Mayor Xiao, Jiang Jing came for a discussion today, and Zhang Chunshui suddenly appeared, disrupting our plans. The matter of transferring the production line of the Third Branch Factory is likely going to fall through, and the old accounts regarding the equipment upgrades of the First Branch Factory from back then have also been dug up..."

On the other end of the line, Xiao Jingyu's voice turned abruptly cold: "Comrade Guo Yi, I am not aware of the matter regarding the First Branch Factory. That plan was approved by the previous Mayor; if there is a problem, you shouldn't come to me."

Guo Yi's heart sank, and a bitter smile appeared on his face—the restructuring of Hanxing Group was, after all, Xiao Jingyu's "political achievement" when he served as Vice Mayor; every expenditure of the group back then had required his nod.

"Mayor Xiao, you must save me!" Guo Yi pleaded almost desperately.

Xiao Jingyu was silent for a moment, his tone perfunctory: "I will try my best to coordinate, but there are many things I am powerless to do. You had best cooperate with the investigation voluntarily; remember, loose lips sink ships."

Listening to the busy signal on the phone, Guo Yi put down the receiver powerlessly.

He finally understood that he had already become a discarded pawn.

Just as he reached out to light a cigarette, the office door was suddenly pushed open.

A group of staff members in formal attire filed in.

Guo Yi stood up slowly, feigning composure: "I expected you would come."

However, the moment he took a step, his legs went weak uncontrollably, and he nearly collapsed.

Fortunately, the staff member beside him was quick-eyed and nimble, catching him in one go.

As night fell, Tang Ye returned to the Municipal Government, and by the time he finished organizing the final document, the clock's hands had quietly pointed to ten.

He carefully put away the important materials, drove home, and solemnly locked them in the safe in his study—this was a work habit he had learned from Jiang Jing: to remain vigilant at all times and allow for not the slightest negligence.

In the bedroom, the warm yellow desk lamp emitted a soft glow.

Du Xi rubbed her sleepy eyes and sat up from the bed, her voice carrying lingering drowsiness: "Why are you back so late?"

"The strike at Hanxing Group caused quite a stir, and I spent the whole day dealing with it," Tang Ye said while loosening his tie.

"Honey, you've worked hard. Go take a hot shower and relax," Du Xi said, looking at his weary figure with heartache.

Tang Ye curled his lips into a smile and teased, "What, do you need me to provide 'sheep-counting sleep-aid' service tonight?"

"You're this tired and still running your mouth!" Du Xi rolled her eyes at him, "Go wash up quickly, and get some good rest when you're done."

After showering, Tang Ye climbed into the warm quilt. The two naturally pressed together, and the familiar warmth and scent allowed his nerves, which had been tense all day, to finally relax.

Before long, Du Xi heard a faint snoring sound beside her; by the dim light of the bedside lamp, she scrutinized Tang Ye's face—sword-like brows and star-like eyes, with distinct contours—and couldn't help but lean in gently.

Just then, Tang Ye suddenly opened his eyes, and Du Xi was momentarily annoyed: "I'm sorry, did I wake you?"

"I wasn't asleep to begin with, so how could you have woken me?" Tang Ye said, smiling as he took her hand.

Du Xi playfully slapped his shoulder: "So you were pretending to sleep to trick me! By the way, I have something to tell you: Liu Fang and Sun Hai have registered their marriage."

"So sudden?" Tang Ye was somewhat surprised.

"Actually, it's been two months; they couldn't hide it anymore," Du Xi lowered her voice, "Sun Hai's ability to 'act first and report later' is truly surprising."

Speaking of this, Du Xi's expression suddenly became anxious: "Honey, why is there no movement from me? Could there be something wrong with my health?"

Tang Ye was caught between laughter and tears: "Don't let your imagination run wild, it's just that the timing isn't right yet. But we really do need to hurry; sigh, since Sun Hai succeeded in snatching the lead, there's no telling how he'll gloat to me."

Du Xi gave a soft "Mm," her cheeks flushing with a rosy glow: "I looked it up online, they say that to be successful... technique and posture are also very important."

Tang Ye knew that Du Xi had been drinking traditional Chinese medicine lately.

They say that to see if a woman truly loves you.

You just have to see if she is willing from the bottom of her heart to have your babies!

The corners of his lips curled upward, and a smile rippled through his eyes.

"Then why don't we put it into practice right now and see?"