Chapter 708: Long Time No See, Boss Gu!

"The money for Dayu Women's High School was not invested in the infrastructure of County No. 1 Middle School; there was a funding gap in the City Square previously..."

"I know, you want to say that the money was diverted to the City Square.

The City Square is indeed a mess, but that doesn't mean we should dump the blame there just because there's a funding hole.

Whoever signed off on diverting this funding at the Education Bureau, I don't care where it was used, must give me an explanation!

Otherwise, I will pursue this to the end!"

The reason Tang Ye did not give Chen Dongan a pleasant look was mainly because he blindly pursued political achievements!

Dayu County No. 1 Middle School appeared to achieve good results in the college entrance examination every year.

But in fact, a lot of resources were spent just to pad the data.

Once the glitz faded, it brought nothing but a deficit to the treasury, with no other benefits.

As for how those funds were spent and who they were spent on, there were quite a few shady dealings involved.

Although Dayu Women's High School did not have many students in 985 or 211 universities, every cent was spent where it was needed most.

From another perspective, the Education Bureau's investment in County No. 1 Middle School was no different from the City Square project built for political achievements.

Dayu County is already this poor!

Is there a need for so much 985 and 211 political achievement data?

Dayu County should focus on rural education, using it to cultivate people who are willing to stay in Dayu County and devote their heart, blood, and sweat to the economic takeoff of Dayu County.

After Chen Dongan returned to his office, he felt a sense of trepidation.

There was a precedent.

Liang Yuan of the Coal Bureau was under investigation because he offended Tang Ye.

For so many years, Chen Dongan had achieved quite a lot in his positions as Deputy Director and Director of the Education Bureau.

But at the same time, his relationships with some enterprises were quite complex, and it was inevitable that there were some murky financial entanglements.

However, he was unwilling from the bottom of his heart to cough up several million and hand it over to Dayu Women's High School.

Chen Dongan dialed the phone number of Jiang Zhongwen, the Principal of County No. 1 Middle School.

"Director Chen, do you have any instructions?"

Chen Dongan sighed, "I'm just giving you a heads-up. I took the initiative to see the Executive Deputy County Magistrate today. I originally thought I could get some benefits, but I ended up getting severely reprimanded."

Jiang Zhongwen said in surprise, "Director Chen, you've made the education system so good! Does he not give you any face at all?"

In Tang Ye's eyes, his contribution to education was worthless.

Chen Dongan sighed helplessly, "There is a matter I want to ask you about: does the school have 3.25 million in its account?"

Jiang Zhongwen said in surprise, "Director Chen, you should know the situation at County No. 1 Middle School. We've built teaching buildings and a gymnasium in the last few years, and we're waiting for the treasury to provide the rice for the pot!"

Chen Dongan said in a deep voice, "Tang Ye demands that the funds diverted from Dayu Women's High School must be filled back in. These funds were originally used to fill the funding gap at County No. 1 Middle School; you must return this money."

Jiang Zhongwen smiled bitterly, "This money has to be returned? I really have no way. Why don't you think of a way, Director Chen, to find some money from the educational poverty alleviation fund account?"

Chen Dongan said angrily, "No matter what method you use, this money must be found within these two days. Otherwise, if the higher-ups hold me responsible, you won't be able to escape either."

Seeing that Chen Dongan was so serious, Jiang Zhongwen could only let out a breath, "The school will have a sum of teaching aid funds arriving soon; I will think of a way."

Chen Dongan's tone softened slightly, "The new Executive Deputy County Magistrate is not someone to be trifled with. Let's plug the hole first. He is only here for a two-year exchange; once he leaves, we will be the ones calling the shots again."

Jiang Zhongwen said softly, "Director Chen, how about we see if we can set up a meeting and have a meal together? Is he hinting at something?"

Chen Dongan interrupted Jiang Zhongwen, "We are not familiar with Tang Ye. He is currently in the stage of establishing his authority; it is not appropriate to take the initiative to attack. If we are not careful, it will make us more passive."

Jiang Zhongwen did not dare to be negligent regarding Chen Dongan's order.

He immediately took a sum of funds from the school's account and transferred it back to the Education Bureau's account.

The Education Bureau immediately allocated this money to Dayu Women's High School.

Jin Chunping was sitting in her office, grading test papers.

The teacher in charge of finance pushed the door open and entered, saying with an excited expression, "Principal Jin, I have good news for you. A sum of funds has just been transferred to our school from the Education Bureau, a full 3.25 million."

Jin Chunping took off her glasses, full of surprise, "The Education Bureau gave us the money?"

The teacher nodded vigorously, "I just verified it with the Education Bureau. This money is the funding for our dormitory construction, as well as the teachers' salaries."

A look of joy appeared on Jin Chunping's face, "I didn't expect that the new Executive Deputy County Magistrate is a man of his word and followed through."

Originally, Jin Chunping thought Tang Ye was just speaking casually and going through the motions. She didn't expect that Tang Ye would take action immediately after his research.

She hadn't had much expectation for the four-million donation before.

After all, she had encountered many enterprises in the past that swore they would donate, but in reality, they just wanted publicity. Later, trying to secure those funds was as difficult as ascending to heaven.

Otherwise, Huang Sitian wouldn't have needed to run specifically to the other party's company headquarters and block the door for a 50,000-yuan donation just to struggle to get that money back.

Jin Chunping found Tang Ye's business card from her drawer, picked up the landline, and dialed Tang Ye's number.

Tang Ye answered the phone quickly, "Principal Jin, hello. Is there anything you need me to coordinate?"

Jin Chunping said with a smile, "County Magistrate Tang, I am here specifically to thank you. The finance department just notified me that the 3.25 million that was previously in arrears has arrived in the account."

Tang Ye was stunned for a moment.

Unexpected!

Chen Dongan's efficiency was quite fast; it arrived so quickly.

It seems Director Chen took his words to heart.

Of course, it also shows that he has a guilty conscience!

"On this issue, I represent the Government in expressing my apologies to you. It is we who did not do things well and delayed it for so long."

Jin Chunping thought to herself that she had encountered a good cadre.

"County Magistrate Tang, your words have touched my heart."

Tang Ye reminded her, "Ms. Gu Wenqin, the Chairwoman of Qinge Group, has already arrived at the provincial capital and is expected to reach Dayu County tonight. The donation ceremony will be held as scheduled tomorrow. According to the information I have now, the Deputy Minister of the Provincial Party Committee Propaganda Department and the Yanzhou Municipal Party Secretary will both be attending. Provincial and municipal media will also report on and promote Dayu Girls' High School."

Jin Chunping could no longer control her inner excitement, "County Magistrate Tang, thank you so much."

Tang Ye said modestly once again, "Principal Jin Chunping, you should be thanked for your years of support and dedication. I believe Dayu Girls' High School will only get better and better."

After hanging up the phone with Tang Ye, Jin Chunping gathered all the teachers of the school to mobilize them, insisting that tomorrow's donation ceremony must be handled perfectly.

After the mobilization ended, all teachers and students conducted a thorough cleaning.

……

At ten o'clock the next morning, police cars led the way.

A Coaster followed closely behind, with over a dozen large and small vehicles lined up along the side of the road.

Ou Xiye stood at the school gate, and seeing Secretary Liu and Minister Zhao step out of the vehicle, he quickly ran up to meet them.

Subsequently, Ou Xiye led the two leaders toward Jin Chunping and introduced her, "This is the Principal of Dayu Girls' High School, Jin Chunping."

Secretary Liu and Minister Zhao shook hands with Jin Chunping one after another, then introduced her, "Principal Jin, you are a model in the field of education. Now, let me introduce you to a heroine of the business world; this is Ms. Gu Wenqin, an outstanding young female entrepreneur from Huai Province."

Gu Wenqin hurriedly said modestly, "I wouldn't dare accept such praise! Principal Jin, I have long admired your name, and I am finally meeting you."

After she shook hands with Jin Chunping, her gaze fell upon Tang Ye.

A smile appeared in Tang Ye's eyes.

Boss Gu, long time no see!