Chapter 576

"Otherwise, I think we should just leave it like this; this matter cannot be approached from an absolutely irrational perspective, but it also absolutely cannot be delayed, allowing the situation to spread and ferment."

"So, we should still follow the Discipline Inspection Commission's pace; right now, immediately, we must clarify this matter clearly, and if it truly is this situation, we will show no leniency."

"Our Ganzhou Sheng's economy has always been at the bottom; if we also acquire this reputation, who would still want to invest here? Wouldn't we become a laughingstock?"

"I will also communicate this matter with Secretary Sha; we must thoroughly suppress the impact of this matter."

"The Publicity Department will immediately have the relevant departments take action, firmly not allowing this post to continue spreading. Alright, let's leave the discussion here."

"As soon as he said that, to the ears of the Department Head of the Publicity Department and the Discipline Inspection Commission Secretary, it meant the meeting was over."

"The two exchanged a glance, then got up and left. Their attitudes were clear: one wanted to handle it strictly, while the other actually leaned toward protecting him."

"Putting it lightly, this matter could affect Su Yang's future political prospects; putting it heavily, it could affect the political landscape of the entire province."

"At this moment, Gao Liang summoned Deputy Secretary Chang Kai of the Municipal Discipline Inspection Commission and said, 'The incident that occurred in our Jincheng County is truly outrageous. Since the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission has specifically called for you to join the Joint Investigation Team, you should shoulder the responsibility and see this matter through.'"

"For those who blatantly violate organization discipline, openly mess around with male-female relations, and completely disregard personal and organizational image, we must investigate them thoroughly! We must let them know that within our Cultivation Organization such behavior is absolutely not allowed, no matter what backing they have behind them—none of it can justify this kind of thing."

"Furthermore, I can tell you that this comrade named Su Yang, when I was serving in Huatian Town, had already been exposed online for violating discipline once, and it was suppressed by someone using their authority and other means."

"After he was removed from office, without even a minimal transition period, he was appointed as the Party Committee Secretary of Xiushui Xiang. In reality, this is an irregular promotion, a promotion despite illness."

"For such a person, you must conduct a strict investigation; besides his lifestyle issues, he likely has other problems, such as corruption. Moreover, as Discipline Inspection Commission cadres, if you fail to uncover some of these cadres each year, you'll lose face."

"Once the case is cleared up, I will give you a major merit; when the next term turnover comes, I will strive to let you sit in the position of Standing Deputy Secretary."

"Chang Kai was overjoyed. Don't look at Deputy Secretary and Standing Deputy Secretary both being deputy posts; that one-character difference makes a world of difference in actual authority."

"Of course, at this moment he seems to have forgotten that the Municipal Discipline Inspection Commission is currently a high-risk department."

"Since Liu Zhengyang's incident began, people have been falling from grace, and this is already the third such event for him. But human nature tends to be greedy, especially for those Within the System; as long as there is a chance to climb up, even if they know there are huge risks, they won't blink. Because the benefits power brings them are simply too great, they cannot refuse."

"Chang Kai is the same. He already had some grasp of what this matter was about before he came."

"Usually, when the Discipline Inspection Commission handles a case, on one hand it needs to grasp the case's truthfulness and investigate the cause clearly; on the other hand, it naturally must follow the instructions of superiors. Matters Within the System can be big or small; some can be made small from big, small from small, while others can be infinitely magnified—it all depends on what the higher-ups say."

"He came this time simply to follow the instructions of that Deputy Secretary Gao. Because lately it's been rumored that Deputy Secretary Gao might take over as mayor, those various unit deputy officials who can't cling to Secretary Gao's thigh have started rushing frantically to Gao Liang. Chang Kai only hooked onto this line with Gao Liang during this period, so for him this occasion is both an opportunity and an excellent time to perform."

"Within the System, opportunities are often encountered rather than sought. Of course, putting it another way, opportunities are reserved for those who are prepared. Otherwise, even if you are in a Discipline Inspection Commission position, lacking a suitable chance to make meritorious achievements, why would anyone promote you?"

"Alright, then I know. I will root out this person who was promoted despite illness, completely depriving him of the opportunity to work Within the System, and I could even send him straight to prison! Anyway, I've looked into his background—he previously offended many people; I don't know how many want to send him to prison to sew."

"However, I've heard that he might still have some supporters outside? What if someone steps forward to interfere with our investigation when the time comes?"

"Chang Kai is no fool either; potential risks still need to be clarified. Although he doesn't know who exactly stands behind Su Yang, he simply wants to use this opportunity to have Deputy Secretary Gao give him the inside scoop."

"Gao Liang said, 'Don't worry about who backs him behind the scenes; this time his improper male-female relations are solidly laid out here, plus he was promoted irregularly, and if you dig deeper and uncover evidence of his corruption or the like, then no one speaking up will help him.'"

"Moreover, you might not know that Governor Zhao is also very concerned about this matter. Also, let me give you a bit more news—Governor Zhao's nephew has a grudge against Su Yang; if you handle this case well, Governor Zhao will take notice of you."

"Don't say a mere Standing Deputy Secretary; given time, you could even take charge of the Municipal Discipline Inspection Commission! In life, one must look far ahead, but the prerequisite is to handle things well."

"As expected of someone who ate Tian Xiaofei's big pancake, he not only digested it himself but also drew an exact copy for Chang Kai."

"Upon hearing this, Chang Kai felt as reassured as if taking a calming pill, and he patted his chest, saying, 'Secretary Gao, rest assured, I will definitely see this matter through for you!'"

"Gao Liang said, 'Watch your wording—it's not about doing it for me, but about doing it for the organization, and giving the Common People an explanation!'"

"Chang Kai quickly replied, 'Yes, yes, yes, Secretary Gao said that; my wording was improper, I will correct it!'"

"In light of my improper conduct, I would like to invite Secretary Gao to a simple meal after this case concludes—how does that sound?"

"Gao Liang glanced at Chang Kai and said, 'Sure, we're all our own people, no need to be so polite… If there's ever a chance to have a meal with Tian Shao, I'll bring you along too, so you can broaden your horizons and expand your perspective.'"

"Chang Kai's excited eyes were about to tear up. For someone of his stature, being able to climb onto Tian Xiaofei is like hooking onto an antenna, able to rocket upward—of course, this is his own feeling."

"Just after leaving Gao Liang's side, Chang Kai received a call from the Investigation Team, demanding they set out immediately, because according to the province's requirements, the faster the better. This is also what they hoped for."