Chapter 842: Mistaking Trash for Treasure!

After his subordinates left, Wang Kang dialed Zhang Lin's phone number.

"County Magistrate Zhang, I have an important piece of news to inform you of—Liang Shiyu has been arrested."

Zhang Lin was silent for a moment, deliberately keeping his tone sounding very indifferent: "Liang Shiyu is suspected of illegal activities; him being arrested, isn't that something that brings great satisfaction to the people?"

Wang Kang frowned: "County Magistrate Zhang, we are on the same boat. If Liang Shiyu is arrested and says something unfavorable to you and me, I'm afraid it will cause quite a lot of trouble."

Zhang Lin immediately distanced himself: "I do have dealings with Liang Shiyu, but that was all for work. County Magistrate Wang, if you have any special relationship with Liang Shiyu, I advise you to draw a clear line."

Wang Kang had not expected Zhang Lin to draw a clear line so directly, and said coldly: "Sorry, it seems I dialed the wrong number."

Zhang Lin changed his tone, shifting his manner of speaking: "Thank you for the reminder. However, my relationship with Liang Shiyu is very clean and can withstand investigation."

Hanging up on Zhang Lin, Wang Kang knew in his heart that this path was a dead end.

He took a deep breath, took a key from the drawer, pried open a hidden compartment under the seat, and took out a box.

After opening the box with the key, he felt around inside and pulled out a handgun and several stacks of cash.

Subsequently, Wang Kang walked out of the office.

Just as he reached the corner of the stairs, he unexpectedly ran into Captain Ma of the City Bureau Working Group!

"County Magistrate Wang, you are in such a hurry, where are you planning to go?"

Wang Kang feigned composure and asked calmly: "Captain Ma, why have you come so suddenly? Is there something the matter?"

Captain Ma said with an expressionless face: "Comrade Wang Kang, Liang Shiyu has already been arrested. Please come with us. There are some circumstances that need to be verified with you."

A forced, unnatural smile appeared at the corner of Wang Kang's mouth: "Hasn't Liang Shiyu's case been under investigation by the City Bureau all along? I'm afraid I won't be able to help much even if I go."

Captain Ma said in a deep voice: "Even so, please cooperate with our work."

As soon as he finished speaking, he gave a look to the two people beside him.

Wang Kang's emotions suddenly became agitated, and he raised his voice to ask: "Captain Ma, what is the meaning of this?"

Seeing that Wang Kang refused to cooperate, Captain Ma coldly announced: "Wang Kang, I have tried my best to save face for you. If you do not cooperate, we can only take mandatory measures."

"We suspect you of colluding with Liang Shiyu and acting as a protective umbrella for underworld forces; we are now arresting you in accordance with the law."

Wang Kang subconsciously reached out to draw the service pistol at his waist.

But Captain Ma was quick-witted and fast-handed, pinning him to the ground on the spot.

"Wang Kang, what are you trying to do? Are you going to point a gun at us, aiming at your partners?"

"From the first day you violated your professional ethics, you should have been prepared."

"Sooner or later, this day would come!"

"This is political persecution! I want to report the situation to the Organization Department!"

"We are acting in accordance with the instructions of the Municipal Party Committee to arrest you. You can provide feedback to the organization regarding whatever you have to say, and you will have the opportunity to explain yourself."

Captain Ma looked at Wang Kang, who was still trying to struggle, his eyes full of disdain.

After this period of in-depth investigation, Captain Ma had already grasped sufficient evidence.

As a main leader in the public security system, Wang Kang had turned a blind eye to illegal incidents within his jurisdiction.

This was the root cause of the chaotic situation in Zhangping County today.

……

After Zhang Lin hung up Wang Kang's call, he sat in his chair feeling uneasy.

He had originally thought that by acquiring Hongling Group through Guohong Group, he could secure a brilliant political achievement for himself.

Unexpectedly, not only did he fail to surround and hunt down Hongling Group, but he had instead left Guohong Group teetering on the edge.

The office landline suddenly rang.

Zhang Lin glanced at the caller ID; it was Fang Zhenggang's number.

He hesitated for a moment, but ultimately picked up the receiver.

"Secretary Fang, do you have any instructions?"

"Come to my office."

"Understood, I'm coming over right now."

Zhang Lin walked quickly to the County Party Secretary's office, but when he pushed the door open and entered, he saw that besides Fang Zhenggang, there was also a familiar figure sitting inside—Deputy Minister of the Municipal Organization Department, Fang Chengxin.

Zhang Lin hurriedly suppressed his inner anxiety and forced a smile onto his face to greet him: "Minister Fang, long time no see, what brings you here?"

Fang Chengxin's expression was serious, and he said in a solemn tone: "I came to discuss matters with Secretary Fang and happened to mention you. County Magistrate Zhang, you are an Exchange Cadre from another province; the province and the city have always been very concerned about your situation. I wanted to chat with you today to ask if you have any difficulties in your work or life?"

Zhang Lin hurriedly answered with a smile.

"Under Secretary Fang's care and concern, I have adapted very well to both work and life."

Fang Chengxin nodded slightly, his tone suddenly shifting, becoming more cautionary: "County Magistrate Zhang, you certainly need an adjustment period in a new work environment. But as a Reserve Cadre being key-cultivated by the city, you must maintain a high level of ideological vigilance; you cannot drift with the tide, and even less can you let fame and fortune blind your eyes."

Zhang Lin's heart skipped a beat!

He understood instantly that Fang Chengxin was warning him!

Zhang Lin hurriedly straightened his posture and said in a sincere tone: "Please rest assured, Minister Fang, I will definitely keep your instructions in mind and will never dare to be negligent."

Fang Chengxin slowly stood up and said goodbye to Fang Zhenggang: "Secretary Fang, there is nothing else, I will take my leave now."

Fang Zhenggang's expression darkened as he nodded and replied: "Understood. I am already clear on Secretary Liu's opinions. Next, I will definitely cooperate with the city's arrangements, actively rectify, and strive to improve the situation in Zhangping County as soon as possible!"

Fang Zhenggang and Zhang Lin accompanied Fang Chengxin downstairs to the office building.

They only turned back after Fang Chengxin's sedan had driven far away.

After walking only two steps, Fang Zhenggang swept a cold glance at Zhang Lin, let out a light huff through his nose, and without saying a word, immediately turned and walked away quickly.

Zhang Lin froze in place, feeling a chill surge up from the soles of his feet, rising straight up his spine to the top of his head.

He knew all too well that Fang Zhenggang's attitude was already crystal clear.

He was extremely disappointed in him!

In the handling of the Hongling Group affair, Zhang Lin was indeed far too immature.

Not only did he fail to facilitate Guohong Group's acquisition of Hongling Group, but he instead let Ruilin Group pick up the bargain and reap the rewards.

What's even more fatal is that Liang Shiyu has now been arrested; if he doesn't keep his mouth shut and starts biting indiscriminately, it will likely implicate a large group of people, and then the trouble will be huge.

The more Fang Zhenggang thought about it, the more furious he became.

Damn it!

Zhang Lin and Tang Ye are both cadres who came here through inter-provincial exchange, so why is there such a big difference in their abilities?

It really does live up to that saying!

Compare goods and you'll want to throw them away; compare people and you'll want to die!

Ou Xiye really had dog-shit luck, picking up a treasure, while he himself had mistaken trash for a treasure!

Fang Zhenggang returned to his office and gave instructions to the Liaison Officer.

"Convene an emergency Standing Committee meeting!"

"Understood!"

After the Liaison Officer left, Fang Zhenggang sighed secretly.

Guohong Group has exploded!

Liang Shiyu has been caught!

Wang Kang has been placed under internal disciplinary investigation!

The officialdom of Zhangping County is about to face a major earthquake...