Chapter 848: The Opponent Arranged Was Too Weak!

Department Head Zhao dialed Liu Mingyuan's office phone directly.

Seeing Department Head Zhao's number, Liu Mingyuan subconsciously frowned.

The other party was definitely calling for Zhang Lin.

Could it be to plead for mercy?

Zhang Lin was an inter-provincial Exchange Cadre; in order to ensure this project could be pushed forward sustainably, Department Head Zhao certainly had reason to protect him.

But Zhang Lin's issues had to be dealt with, otherwise it would be truly difficult to convince the public.

"Department Head Zhao, hello, may I ask what instructions you have?"

"Secretary Liu, I just received news. I heard that Zhang Lin has run into trouble?"

Liu Mingyuan sighed, "Yes. After a preliminary investigation, Zhang Lin is suspected of serious violations of law and discipline and accepting bribes. The evidence is conclusive, and he has already confessed."

Department Head Zhao was silent for several seconds, "Hearing this news, I feel deeply pained. As a cadre under the key focus of the Provincial Party Committee Organization Department, for Zhang Lin to have such serious problems, the province bears responsibility."

Department Head Zhao had no intention of defending Zhang Lin.

What kind of approach was this?

Liu Mingyuan hesitated slightly and smiled bitterly, "Department Head Zhao, I also have responsibility—I failed to pay timely attention to Zhang Lin's ideological changes and failed to control the situation sooner. However, in this operation, another inter-provincial Exchange Cadre performed very prominently and played a key role in clarifying the case."

Department Head Zhao was stunned for a moment, "Could it be Tang Ye?"

Liu Mingyuan nodded slightly, "That's right. After Tang Ye learned that Yanzhou Evening News Reporter Meng Haibo had gone missing, he took the initiative to launch an investigation. It turned out that Meng Haibo had been poisoned into a vegetative state by criminals. Immediately after, he continued to pursue the investigation in depth, finally uncovering the deep-seated ills of Zhangping County and rounding up the criminal gang led by Liang Shiyu."

Hearing this, Department Head Zhao's mood eased slightly, "According to what you say, inter-provincial cadre exchange still has more advantages than disadvantages. Although Zhang Lin was corrupted, an excellent comrade like Tang Ye still played an exemplary and leading role."

Liu Mingyuan said, "We especially welcome cadres like Tang Ye to come to Yanzhou; his contribution to Yanzhou is too great. Under his leadership, despite encountering many setbacks and difficulties, the Hongling Group successfully secured capital injection from the Ruilin Group. Next, the two enterprises will cooperate closely to complete the closure of the Anthracite Project's production, supply, and sales chain."

The corners of Department Head Zhao's mouth finally revealed a smile, "Before making this call, my mood had been very suppressed. After chatting with you, it finally cleared up. Rest assured, the Provincial Party Committee will fully support all measures taken by Yanzhou to rectify social conduct. Using one exchange cadre to kill the chicken to warn the monkeys and establishing a model for anti-corruption and integrity is necessary and meaningful."

Surprise appeared in Liu Mingyuan's eyes, "Department Head Zhao, I originally thought you called to suggest we transfer Zhang Lin to the province for handling. I didn't expect you to be so supportive of our work."

The so-called transfer to the Provincial Party Committee meant downplaying the handling.

Department Head Zhao said indifferently, "Although Zhang Lin is an inter-provincial Exchange Cadre, his personnel file is in Yanzhou. Since the problem occurred in Yanzhou, it should naturally be up to Yanzhou to decide how to handle it. On this point, everyone must be treated equally; there are no privileges to speak of."

Liu Mingyuan breathed a sigh of relief, "Department Head Zhao, there is one more thing I would like to ask you for! There will be a series of cadre adjustments in Zhangping County next. The position of County Magistrate has become vacant, and a batch of cadres will also be added. Regarding Comrade Tang Ye, I would like to take this opportunity to let him shoulder more responsibilities."

Department Head Zhao was slightly surprised, "Tang Ye has only been in Dayu County for half a year. His performance is indeed visible to all. But would it be inappropriate to transfer him to Zhangping County?"

Liu Mingyuan said, "Comrade Tang Ye will continue to work in Dayu County; it is just that his rank and weight can be raised a bit."

Department Head Zhao nodded slightly, "Although the cadre selection regulations have requirements for years of service, in special circumstances, one can be promoted exceptionally! Having both rewards and punishments like this can serve as a warning to other cadres participating in inter-provincial exchanges, and it can also stimulate their enthusiasm. I support your idea!"

After hanging up the phone, the corners of Department Head Zhao's mouth revealed a meaningful smile.

Liu Mingyuan understood politics.

While punishing Zhang Lin, he praised and promoted Tang Ye.

This could both mitigate the negative impact caused by the incident and conform to the rules of conduct in officialdom.

Department Head Zhao subsequently dialed He Haiyang's phone.

Receiving Department Head Zhao's call, He Haiyang always felt that something bad was about to happen.

"Department Head He, I'm communicating something with you. Among the cadres participating in the inter-provincial exchange, Zhang Lin has engaged in serious violations of discipline and law and has already been placed on file for investigation by the Yanzhou Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection."

He Haiyang was greatly shocked!

Zhang Lin was a chess piece he had specifically laid out to check Tang Ye.

This chess piece was suddenly destroyed, completely disrupting his layout.

"Department Head Zhao, every cadre we sent to Shaan Province for exchange this time was carefully selected; their work ability and style of discipline are both excellent! I think this matter should still be handled with caution. We cannot abandon a young cadre who has been cultivated for many years just because of some hearsay."

Department Head Zhao heard the intent of protection in He Haiyang's words.

"Department Head He, I can understand your feelings. However, I have already understood the situation regarding Zhang Lin's illegal activities very clearly. It is rumored outside that when the Police came to his door that day, his wife was pouring Moutai into the pond, getting all the fish in the pond drunk. Moreover, Zhang Lin himself has already confessed to all the criminal facts."

Department Head Zhao stated it very clearly: Zhang Lin could no longer be protected, and there was no need to protect him!

Thinking that a few days ago, Shen Minghan had also received two cases of Moutai sent by Zhang Lin, He Haiyang's brows immediately twisted into a knot!

If there were still room for the matter to be eased, Department Head Zhao would never have stated all the investigation details.

The only explanation was that Zhang Lin's problem was indisputable.

More crucially, Zhang Lin was a spineless person!

He could not withstand interrogation and had likely confessed himself!

In fact, He Haiyang had also heard about the Zhangping County matter before.

A shocking case of murder on the street and a reporter being poisoned into a vegetative state had actually occurred!

If Zhang Lin were involved in it, it would be absolutely impossible to pass through safely; instead, he had to draw a line with him immediately.

"Department Head Zhao, hearing this, I am truly ashamed. Among the exchange cadres we sent from Shaan Province, a corrupt element like Zhang Lin actually appeared. I also feel very pained." Department Head Zhao hurriedly said, "Don't have too much of a psychological burden. Although this negative example of Zhang Lin appeared, a positive model like Tang Ye also appeared!"

Upon hearing Department Head Zhao praise Tang Ye, He Haiyang felt even more uncomfortable.

Damn it, wasn't this slapping himself on the left side and then following up with another on the right?

He Haiyang picked up the office phone and dialed Shen Minghan's number.

"The Moutai sent from Yanzhou a few days ago, how did you handle it?"

"It's in the warehouse; is it needed for hospitality?"

"Zhang Lin is in trouble! You handle the Moutai. In addition, organize the other things he sent. Transfer the money to the Integrity Account!"

Shen Minghan was greatly shocked, "Zhang Lin is actually in trouble? I will go handle it immediately!"

Hanging up the phone, Shen Minghan's eyelids twitched.

She felt some resentment in her heart; the opponent He Haiyang arranged for Tang Ye was too weak!

It had only been half a year, and Zhang Lin had already been found to have financial problems!