Chapter 964: The Best Time to Close the Net!

Xue Ying had lunch with Tang Ye and Shi Yao at noon.

At the dining table, Xue Ying was very courteous toward Shi Yao.

As a veteran of the official circles, Xue Ying knew the significance of a woman under thirty-five being able to reach the position of County Party Secretary.

Women face natural disadvantages in the officialdom.

"Secretary Shi, judging by your accent, you aren't from Shaan Province, are you?"

Xue Ying's question was very tactful, as she was probing into Shi Yao's background.

Shi Yao said, "I am from Yanjing, and I was transferred to Dayu County after the New Year."

A flicker of alarm crossed Xue Ying's eyes, but she immediately smiled and said, "No wonder your accent has such a strong Beijing flavor!"

At the table, Xue Ying was extremely polite to Shi Yao and even took the initiative to bring out annual passes for the song and dance troupe.

Xue Ying's intention to curry favor was written all over her face.

Tang Ye found it quite a sight!

County Party Secretary and Deputy County Party Secretary—although they only differ by one character, they truly differ by a great deal.

……

The moment Xue Ying finished having lunch with Tang Ye and Shi Yao, Yin Hong told her "boyfriend" Liu Cheng the news.

Liu Cheng knew that Tang Ye and Shi Yao had other motives for coming to the Provincial Capital.

He was currently with Haibin.

"Dayu County recently submitted a highway proposal with an estimated investment of 200 million. Tang Ye went to the Provincial Development and Reform Commission; it must be to secure supporting funds. Isn't your relationship with Tang Ye quite harmonious? Why don't you invite him out and have a good chat?"

Upon hearing this, Haibin's eyes lit up. "Are you sure it's 200 million?"

Liu Cheng nodded and said, "I only received the news yesterday. Director Gao of the Provincial Development and Reform Commission has contacted several banks to provide loans to Dayu County. Since Dayu County is a National-level Poverty-stricken County, the loans are interest-free."

Haibin started his career by using Jinjun Company to contract various projects within the province.

He naturally knew how much "water" could be injected into a 200-million project.

"You provided this information just in time. I'll call Tang Ye right now. If Tang Ye still refuses to give me this face, I'll contact Mayor Xie."

A look of eagerness appeared in Liu Cheng's eyes as he said admiringly, "No wonder you've been trying to reconcile your conflict with Tang Ye all this time; it turns out you were laying the groundwork for today!"

Haibin gave a smug smile. "You can't see things as just black and white; enemies can also become friends. I've dealt with Tang Ye many times, and he isn't a stubborn person. As long as we feed him well, he will definitely become our pawn."

Liu Cheng gave Haibin a thumbs-up. "I've learned, I've learned."

Haibin made a gesture for silence and immediately dialed Tang Ye's mobile number.

Tang Ye answered the phone quickly.

"Boss Hai, hello. May I ask if there is something you need?"

Haibin said with a smile, "I heard you are in Xijing on official business. I happen to be in Xijing too. Why don't we meet up, get together, and have a meal?"

"Hmm, I will definitely arrive on time." Tang Ye feigned a very prompt acceptance.

……

After hanging up on Haibin, Tang Ye dialed Xing Zhijun's number.

The investigation into the death of Zhong Leng had entered a critical phase.

"I will be having dinner with Haibin tonight. To what extent has the investigation into Jinjun Company progressed?"

Tang Ye felt he could no longer give Haibin more time.

Haibin was currently using Jinjun Company to try and title-sponsor the arts gala.

If a scandal broke out after the contract was signed, it would easily lead to a series of negative public opinions.

Therefore, Tang Ye had to seize the time to eliminate potential risks in advance.

"Haibin has indeed taken action these past few days. While our people were secretly protecting Hu Ying, they discovered a suspicious man appearing multiple times."

Tang Ye had deliberately revealed to Haibin that Hu Ying had sought him out many times, and had even sought out Shi Yao.

Sure enough, it had provoked Haibin's anger.

To retaliate against Hu Ying, he had hired a killer.

"It seems Hu Ying is in danger; we must protect her safety."

Xing Zhijun continued his report, "Additionally, we have locked onto a key figure who can expose Haibin's crimes.

Haibin's gang has two Protectors and four Vajras.

Zhong Leng was one of the Protectors. After he died, Bao Wenlong, one of the four Vajras, was promoted by Haibin to the position of Protector.

The copper mine brawl was organized and planned by Bao Wenlong.

Bao Wenlong felt disheartened by Zhong Leng's death and has recently resigned."

Protectors, Vajras—it was all like some kind of cult.

Tang Ye took a deep breath and said in a serious tone, "I have an idea. See if you think it will work."

"Let's hear it!"

Tang Ye then began to describe his plan.

After listening to Tang Ye's description, Xing Zhijun slapped his thigh. "I think you can pull it off!"

Tang Ye said, "The arrest of Haibin must be launched from multiple points simultaneously. Otherwise, given Haibin's cunning, he will flee the moment he hears wind of it, and it will be very difficult to catch him then. Haibin invited me to dinner tonight; it is the perfect time to close the net."

"I've finally waited for this day!"

Xing Zhijun was instantly fired up.

Xing Zhijun had been busy for several months collecting evidence of Haibin's crimes, and now it had finally reached the final sprint stage.

"Does Secretary Huang have any special instructions regarding this matter?"

"Secretary Huang?"

Tang Ye realized instantly that Xing Zhijun was referring to Huang He, the Secretary of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection.

Could it be that Xing Zhijun thinks he only investigated Haibin in secret because he received instructions from Huang He?

Thinking about it carefully, Xing Zhijun has been cooperating in every way and acting very proactively.

The reason is that he assumes Tang Ye is investigating Haibin because he was instructed to do so by Huang He.

Xing Zhijun has directly cast himself as the vanguard for a Deputy Ministerial Level Standing Committee Member.

At this moment, he is riding a tiger and finds it hard to get off!

It is not easy for Tang Ye to tell Xing Zhijun that Huang He helping him clean up the mess before was only because Huang Yao had implicated Huang He's niece, Huang Sitian.

If Xing Zhijun knew this truth, his resolve would certainly be shaken.

Tang Ye can only bite the bullet and muddle through it.

"Old Xing, let's just do our own jobs; as for other matters, we cannot control them, nor do we need to."

Xing Zhijun does not know that Tang Ye is just brushing him off, but he feels an inexplicable sense of confidence and is immediately greatly encouraged.

"Secretary Tang, you're right, I was overthinking things and not being pure enough. Rest assured, I will definitely do my own work well and guarantee I won't hold us back."

After hanging up the phone with Xing Zhijun, Tang Ye rubbed his chin, secretly thinking that for now, he can only let the misunderstanding continue.

Xing Zhijun is a cadre with a sense of justice in his bones.

However, he is different from Wan Ming after all.

Wan Ming fights side by side with him and can risk everything for him.

But Xing Zhijun will hesitate and consider many things.

Based on his analysis of Huang He's personality.

This is a person who cannot tolerate even a grain of sand in his eyes.

Therefore, the matter regarding Haibin spreading rumors about Huang Yao has not ended.

Perhaps the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection's investigation into Haibin might have always been holding something back.

If given a suitable reason, Huang He will inevitably take action.

This is also the reason why Tang Ye deliberately waited for Huang He at the breakfast shop.

In short.

Tang Ye is playing a very large game of chess.

Many arrangements that seem to have no pattern are actually moves being placed.

There is a close connection between the chess pieces.