Chapter 334: Investigate Cao Zhengchun Thoroughly!

Jiang Jing's physical recovery is exceeding expectations, and he is now able to attempt swimming.

Every time he swims, Tang Ye guards the poolside, never leaving his side.

Jiang Jing knows well that he is worried about his physical condition and tacitly accepts this protection.

He does not know when it started, but whenever Tang Ye is by his side, an indescribable sense of security wells up in his heart.

He occasionally ponders to himself that he has developed a reliance on his Secretary; this seems incredible, yet upon closer thought, it stands to reason.

The scene of his first encounter with Tang Ye is still clearly branded in Jiang Jing's mind to this day.

Had Tang Ye not appeared in time to resolve the situation during his undercover investigation into the pharmaceutical plant's pollution problem, he would have likely suffered violent harm long ago.

At this moment, Jiang Jing has swum back and forth in the pool a few times, feeling his stamina is nearly exhausted, so he swims slowly toward the edge.

Tang Ye is quick-eyed and nimble, immediately picking up a bath towel to hand over.

Jiang Jing puts on the towel and turns to look at the pool, only to see a nimble figure shuttling through the lane, stirring up fine splashes.

Jiang Rou is like a nimble mermaid, her arms stroking elegantly, and in the blink of an eye, she swims from the distance to the front.

As her palms lightly touch the pool wall, she stops steadily, spits out a small string of crystalline water droplets, and then pushes her goggles to her forehead, revealing her exquisite and pretty face.

In daily life, Jiang Rou is not always this focused when swimming.

But today, knowing Tang Ye is present, she swims with extra earnestness.

That earnestness is just like when female spectators suddenly appear on a basketball court; the players instantly become high-spirited, and the court is filled with a tense atmosphere.

Tang Ye, however, does not pay much attention to this, only noticing that Jiang Rou's swimsuit style is quite conservative, and he thinks to himself that her attire exudes a sense of youthful innocence—this is how a high school girl should look.

Seeing Jiang Rou preparing to get out of the water, Tang Ye hands over another bath towel.

Jiang Rou takes the towel, wipes her face briefly, says a soft "Thank you," and walks toward the locker room.

Although his daughter's attitude toward him remains cold, Jiang Jing already feels satisfied.

After more than half a year of spending time together, the father-daughter relationship has quietly changed.

Especially during the days he was ill, the genuine concern Jiang Rou showed... he knows well that none of this could have happened without Tang Ye's behind-the-scenes push.

Jiang Jing subsequently walks into the locker room to wash up and change, while Tang Ye waits quietly outside. Soon,

Jiang Rou walks out with her hair wrapped up, her skin appearing even fairer and more hydrated from the soaking in the water.

Tang Ye takes the initiative to start a conversation: "I heard you broke into the top ten in your class for the midterm exams? At this rate, getting into a good university next year is a sure thing. Do you have a school you're interested in?"

Jiang Rou's delicate brows knit slightly: "I haven't thought about it yet. Do you have any suggestions?"

Tang Ye smiles and teases: "How about considering my alma mater?"

Jiang Rou raises an eyebrow, her tone carrying a bit of haughtiness: "Qiongjin University? I'll consider it."

Tang Ye smiles helplessly: "Still considering? Qiongjin University isn't a place just anyone can get into."

Jiang Rou snorts lightly: "Don't underestimate people."

Tang Ye puts away his smile and says seriously: "If you really get into Qiongjin University, I will definitely give you a gift you'll be super happy with."

A flash of surprise crosses Jiang Rou's eyes, and she immediately becomes serious: "It's a deal!"

Tang Ye takes Jiang Jing back to his residence.

Just as he is about to say goodbye, Jiang Jing suddenly calls him back: "Come to my study for a moment."

Tang Ye follows Jiang Jing into the study.

Under the warm yellow light, Jiang Jing hands a document to Tang Ye: "This is the material Gao Ping sent over yesterday."

Gao Ping is the Deputy Director of the Municipal Finance Bureau, and now that he has taken the initiative to align himself, he has become a key pawn in Jiang Jing's carefully laid-out plan for the financial system.

Opening the document, the target of the report points directly to Yin Ying, an accountant in the State-owned Assets Division of the Chengzhong District Finance Bureau, 26 years old, who often does not show up for work on time, dresses in an exquisite and fashionable way, wears and uses only big brands, and has invested in several businesses such as beauty salons and clothing stores.

"Do you see any clues?" Jiang Jing's voice breaks the silence.

Tang Ye ponders for a moment: "Director Gao is likely trying to use her to tear open a gap."

Jiang Jing nods, a cold glint appearing in his eyes: "Investigate this matter secretly. Cao Zhengchun has deep roots in Chengzhong District; his wife's surname is Yin, and Yin Ying is his niece. According to Gao Ping, two years ago, a Vice Mayor brought this up at a government affairs meeting, but after the Municipal Government Supervision Office supervised the case, it was left unsettled. That Vice Mayor was subsequently transferred to the People's Congress."

Gao Ping is a trusted subordinate cultivated by that Vice Mayor.

But, as the Vice Mayor failed in the power struggle and retreated to the second line, Gao Ping's status in the Municipal Finance Bureau plummeted rapidly.

This is why Gao Ping acted so actively after Jiang Jing extended his goodwill.

Leaving Jiang Jing's residence, Tang Ye heads straight for the Municipal Government.

Opening Lin Ru's former office, the filing cabinet glints coldly in the night.

He quickly searches for and finds the supervision materials regarding the State-owned Assets Division of the Chengzhong District Finance Bureau.

The final handling result, however, makes his brows knit tightly.

—"No problems found."

Reading the seemingly impeccable report twice, Tang Ye has an idea in his mind.

Someone tampered with it to bury the truth.

Tang Ye dials Wan Ming's phone number.

Once Tang Ye explains his intent, Wan Ming knows he is about to have a task.

"Section Chief Tang, whatever orders you have, just give them!"

Tang Ye's tone is grave, "Cao Zhengchun and Wang Xingjian are Xiao Jingyu's right-hand men. Now that the Suiyuan Gang represented by Wang Xingjian has collapsed like a mountain, Cao Zhengchun is the next target.

Of course, Cao Zhengchun is harder to deal with than Wang Xingjian. Because Cao Zhengchun is more cautious and not as reckless as Wang Xingjian. This is also determined by the nature of his position.

As a County Party Secretary, Wang Xingjian is equivalent to a local emperor; if he doesn't act ruthlessly, it is hard to suppress those below him.

But Cao Zhengchun is a leader in the City Bureau and needs to restrain his edge. However, Cao Zhengchun's methods are no less than Wang Xingjian's."

Wan Ming certainly knows Cao Zhengchun's influence.

The Finance Bureau Director belongs to the "faction with real power."

Directly responsible for budget preparation, fund allocation, debt management, and other work, he manages the funding guarantees for major projects.

For example, issues concerning people's livelihoods such as building roads, constructing schools, and paying salaries all cannot be separated from the allocation of fiscal funds.

This "money-managing" function gives the Finance Bureau Director a high level of influence in Government decision-making, often participating in important meetings presided over by the Party Secretary and the Mayor, with influence no less than that of some Vice Mayors.

In special circumstances where no mistakes have been made, they are generally promoted.

The proportion of Finance Bureau Directors promoted to Deputy Department-level Official reaches 43%, higher than the heads of departments of the same level such as Development and Reform or Housing and Construction.

There are "bonus points" for the promotion of a Finance Bureau Director.

Because they are familiar with professional knowledge such as fiscal and tax policies, audit processes, and debt risk prevention and control, these types of skills are relatively scarce among the cadre ranks.

It is also easy to produce political achievements, such as how much transfer payment from higher authorities was secured, how much debt was resolved, how much existing capital was revitalized... the work results are clear at a glance.

In special periods, even if the Finance Bureau Director has reached the age to retire to a second-line position at the People's Congress, they can even continue to concurrently serve as Finance Bureau Director.

Wan Ming understood Tang Ye's meaning and began to rub his hands together, faintly excited, "I'll first see if he has any dark history."

"You can try to start from the point of Yin Ying, remember not to alert the enemy!"