Chapter 520: Xiao Jingyu Flees to Escape Punishment!

"Secretary Han, Director Chen is here!" the Liaison Officer reported softly.

Han Guangyao nodded, "Let him in!"

Chen Chu walked into the room and saw Tang Ye sitting on the sofa; his expression shifted slightly.

Tang Ye took the initiative to stand up, "Secretary Han, you have things to attend to, so I won't disturb you any longer and will take my leave."

Han Guangyao waved his hand, "Regarding Chen Chu's issues, you are very clear on them; there is no need to leave."

Chen Chu's face turned red and then white.

After arriving in Suiyuan, because he was a person handpicked by Han Guangyao, he had always handled matters in a high-profile manner.

Although Tang Ye had achieved quite a few results since coming to Suiyuan, Chen Chu had never taken Tang Ye seriously.

Previously, when Tang Ye invited him to dinner and tried to help Gu Jing make connections to secure a landscaping project, Chen Chu had not given him any face at all, directly finding excuses to refuse.

He just hadn't expected the changes to happen so quickly.

He had previously bet his future on Xiao Zi'an, never expecting that Xiao Zi'an would be investigated.

Especially when he learned that Nie Kai had been arrested at the meeting, Chen Chu felt a chill run down his back.

He wanted to beg Han Guangyao to help him, but with Tang Ye present, some things were difficult to say out loud.

"Secretary Han, I was wrong. I was too eager to achieve results, so I did the wrong thing. I am unfamiliar with the operations of the Garden Bureau and made serious mistakes in many decisions. I am willing to accept the organization's punishment. But, I also hope that, considering my loyalty to you, you can help me resolve this predicament. I will definitely learn my lesson and never make mistakes again."

Han Guangyao sighed, "Chen Chu, you are thinking of this matter too simply! Your problems are very serious. The 750,000-yuan pine tree caused controversy online and damaged the Government's image. If I forgive you and do not deal with you strictly, how would you expect the common people to view us?"

Chen Chu hurriedly quibbled, "I was deceived by others. That landscaping company said that tree was worth that much money, and there were also transportation and maintenance costs."

Han Guangyao sneered, "Then how do you explain the matter regarding Haoyang?"

Chen Chu said aggrievedly, "I introduced Han Haoyang to Xiao Zi'an because I hoped he could help Haoyang. Who could have imagined that Xiao Zi'an's problems were so serious? I was also deceived by Xiao Zi'an."

Seeing Chen Chu's refusal to admit fault, Han Guangyao became angrier the more he thought about it, "When something goes wrong, you just want to push the responsibility away completely? We have known each other for many years, and I have always trusted you. But your actions make me feel cold-hearted. If I don't deal with this, my conscience won't allow it."

Chen Chu sensed something was wrong and hurriedly begged for mercy, "Secretary Han, I beg you, give me one more chance! I will definitely turn over a new leaf and start life anew."

Han Guangyao remained expressionless and dialed the number for the Discipline Inspection Commission.

Shortly after, several people arrived and took Chen Chu away directly.

Only after being dragged out of the office did Chen Chu realize that Han Guangyao truly intended to take him down and would not give him any chances.

At this moment, seventy percent of his heart was filled with fear.

Because he knew he could not withstand an investigation at all.

In less than three months as the head of the County Garden Bureau, he had amassed a large amount of illegal wealth by manipulating projects.

The remaining thirty percent was regret.

He shouldn't have been so impatient, to the point where his greed was so unsightly.

Furthermore, he regretted not handling his relationship with Tang Ye well.

Only at this moment did he realize that in Han Guangyao's heart, Tang Ye's position was much higher than his own.

Tang Ye had brought Han Guangyao many political achievements;

He himself had almost led Han Haoyang astray;

Tang Ye, on the other hand, had turned the tide and made Han Haoyang pull back from the brink.

Tang Ye was initially somewhat surprised, but quickly realized that Han Guangyao had done this on purpose!

Han Guangyao was "executing Ma Su in tears" right in front of him!

It made Tang Ye feel that he was a person with strong principles.

Chen Chu had essentially fulfilled his final value...

After Chen Chu left, a look of helplessness appeared at the corner of Han Guangyao's mouth, "We had some misunderstandings and disagreements before, but that was not me intentionally targeting you. I hope you can understand."

Tang Ye hurriedly said, "Secretary Han, please don't say that. It can only be said that the enemy is too cunning, and the methods used to corrupt cadres are endless and impossible to guard against. We were used by others!"

A fierce look appeared in Han Guangyao's eyes, "News has come from the province that Xiao Jingyu has lost contact while attending an event in Hong Kong."

Tang Ye was stunned for a moment, secretly thinking that the older ginger is indeed the spicier one!

Xiao Jingyu learned that Xiao Zi'an had been arrested, so he initiated a long-planned escape plan.

The reason Xiao Jingyu frequently maintained close contact with those businessmen was actually to make preparations in advance for the day his affairs were exposed.

"The province attaches great importance to this this time; Xiao Jingyu's escape has caused a very bad impact. However, the provincial leaders are still very satisfied with Secretary Zhou's work ability."

Tang Ye understood Han Guangyao's meaning.

The highest realm of political maneuvering is to fight without breaking.

If Xiao Jingyu had escaped during his term as Mayor, it would have dealt an incalculable blow to the Hanzhou officialdom.

But, since Xiao Jingyu escaped after being transferred to the Provincial Development and Reform Commission, it had no direct connection to the Hanzhou officialdom.

Tang Ye said in a deep voice, "For Xiao Jingyu to evade surveillance, someone must have provided help in secret."

Han Guangyao sighed, "When Xiao Jingyu was dining at the hotel, he used the excuse of going to the restroom, and as a result, he changed his attire in the restroom and escaped without anyone noticing. By the time it was discovered, Xiao Jingyu had already vanished without a trace. However, it is said that Xiao Jingyu used a fake identity to escape to Canada. Relevant departments are contacting Canada through diplomatic channels, hoping they can extradite Xiao Jingyu back to the country."

A profound look appeared in Tang Ye's eyes, "With Xiao Jingyu's escape, those interest groups related to him can finally rest easy domestically."

Han Guangyao nodded slightly; Tang Ye had cryptically stated the underlying information.

"Regardless, this incident has completely pulled out a leech that was parasitizing Hanzhou. You have made a great contribution."

Tang Ye said modestly, "I am merely a pawn; it is with your cooperation and Secretary Zhou's support that I have had the opportunity and courage to forge ahead."

Han Guangyao smiled and reminded him, "The Director-level Class organized by the Provincial Party Committee will start classes soon. Following the original plan, you are to participate in this Party School Training. Contacting the outside world more and meeting more friends is a good thing for your growth. However, with Nie Kai having problems, there is a lot of work in the County Government that needs people to take charge, and I need to add more responsibilities to your shoulders."

Tang Ye understood Han Guangyao's meaning, "Secretary, please rest assured, I will definitely manage to balance both work and study."

A smile appeared on Han Guangyao's face as he encouraged, "I believe you have that ability."

Tang Ye bid farewell to Han Guangyao and then knocked on the door of the Deputy County Party Secretary's office.

Cheng Lin called out "Please come in," and upon seeing it was Tang Ye, a look of surprise and anger appeared in her eyes.

Because in this plan, Tang Ye had not revealed a single word of the wind to her from beginning to end.

Although Cheng Lin knew this was for the sake of secrecy, she still felt somewhat unbalanced inside, inexplicably feeling a sense of loss.