Chapter 626: and translation of title

Lin Zhinan first said: "If this matter can be easily handled, would I come back to see you in one evening? Do I need to go negotiate with Geng Miao?"

The reason Lin Zhinan brought him here is that this matter was exposed in the media of other cities, leaving no choice but to bring this deputy county magistrate in charge to make a decision.

But he spoke rather vaguely: "County Magistrate Su, this matter was not complicated to begin with, and there's no need to arrest anyone, because this case was already closed."

"If necessary, we can call the parties involved again to ask what exactly happened, and we might be able to resolve what needs to be resolved."

"But this case has been exposed behind the scenes by some people, and reportedly it was published in the Lancheng Daily, which puts the face of our Jinzhou Public Security system where? Just now, the relevant leaders of the municipal bureau called me, demanding that we immediately clarify and clear up this matter, and suppress the public opinion impact. If this matter is not handled well, it will not only affect our public security system, but also the face of our entire Lieshan County."

So, Su Yang finally realized, this completely makes sense; otherwise, who would be bored enough to dig up old scores for Geng Miao? Moreover, he already had solid information before coming, and this Lin Zhinan is entirely Geng Miao's person.

"Oh, since that's the case, I think we should immediately summon the previous suspects for questioning to find out what's going on. Also, we should first try to appease the reporters, so they don't engage in overly emotional behavior; otherwise, they could expose this matter to newspapers in other regions, possibly even to higher-level, more authoritative publications and TV. That's my opinion."

After Su Yang finished speaking, he said nothing more; originally he really didn't plan to get involved so quickly in this mess of Lieshan County, but the matter came upon him suddenly and quickly.

The reason Lin Zhinan came this time to report to him should be Geng Miao's intention; Geng Miao likely wants to ascertain his stance through this matter. But Su Yang was valued and sent to Lieshan County—does he care what Geng Miao thinks? He came precisely to confront Geng Miao.

Upon hearing this, Lin Zhinan felt a headache. He knows the ins and outs of this matter very well, even the whereabouts of the two so-called missing girls.

The key issue is that these matters were handled by Geng Miao's subordinates. If we bring this group back and really press hard, there's no way to avoid someone exposing Geng Miao; if Geng Miao is exposed, the follow-up will become very troublesome. He is now extremely angry, angry enough to want to deal with those who reported the case.

Originally, after Geng Miao's threats, lures, and intimidation, these matters had been settled, but now someone behind the scenes is stirring the wind and lighting the fire, bringing up old issues again—could it be that they know a deputy county magistrate targeting them has arrived?

In order to appease Geng Miao and extricate himself from the impending vortex, he asked: "County Magistrate Su, if we go and request the then-involved persons to assist the investigation, there's no problem, but I'm worried that if it involves Shuanggu Daqu or Geng Zong, what then? You should also be aware of Geng Zong's social network; a mishandling could backfire on us."

"Moreover, Shuanggu Daqu is the economic pillar industry of our entire county; because of this matter it has been affected, and likely all the people in the county will suffer as a result."

Su Yang spoke resolutely: "Since someone has filed a report, we must open a case and handle it. What is the Public Security Bureau for? It is to maintain social order and to uphold fairness and justice for the common people."

"If you think handling this is difficult, I can apply to the Jinzhou Municipal Party Committee to have personnel from the Municipal Public Security Bureau dispatched to supervise. If even the Jinzhou Municipal Public Security Bureau seems difficult, I can fully apply to the Provincial Public Security Department for support."

"I may not have a good reputation outside, but I do have some connections in the province. Moreover, given the special situation of our Lieshan County, I believe the Provincial Public Security Department will still offer its support."

"Indeed, Su Yang, aren't you here to pressure me? Then I'll turn the pressure on you to handle this. Apart from that, I haven't learned anything else—using tiger skins, borrowing the east wind—I still can do that, right? I'm not familiar with the people from the Provincial Public Security Department, but I know the Vice Provincial Governor well."

"Really, pushing me to the point of applying for a special task force is indeed standard procedure. Moreover, having just arrived, how can he establish a foothold? He must rely on the influence of his so-called backer to gain a foothold."

"Such practice is common within the system, especially at the county and division level; fortunately he does have genuine supporters. In the province, if one really had to grovel for connections, I wouldn't dare say more, but he can tie himself to most of the provincial direct departments."

"To be precise, it's not that he can pull strings; it's Zhou Ruohan and Fang Jingwen who can pull strings. Some people merely have a meal with a provincial leader's relative, then come back boasting extravagantly, causing local government officials to flock to them."

"His tactic indeed worked. Although Lin Zhinan knows how much influence Geng Miao has in Lieshan County, he also understands a principle: if we really follow Su Yang's suggestion, Geng Miao will likely not lose a single hair, but he, the chief of the County Public Security Bureau, might be finished."

"Having lingered in this position for so long, his political instinct remains. Because the newly arrived deputy chief of the Public Security Bureau appears unremarkable, but in fact he comes with great momentum; if mishandled, he is clearly aiming for this position."

"After various thoughts flashed through his mind, he said: 'Alright, then I will do as you say and summon the then-involved persons to investigate this matter. But at the same time, if Shuanggu Daqu exerts pressure, I also hope you can step forward and say a few words.'"

"Su Yang chuckled inwardly. The cadres of Lieshan County haven't learned anything else, but they have mastered this set of officialdom tactics. In short, the goal is to drag him into trouble this time, leaving him no buffer with Geng Miao."

"Even more, he could sense a threat in Lin Zhinan's seemingly request-like words—that is, you go explain things to Geng Miao; if something really goes wrong, see how Geng Lao Ban cleans you up, and that's the end of it."

"But this time, Lin Zhinan is completely mistaken. Even if he hasn't yet found his footing, even if he hasn't fully sorted out these connections in the county, it does not prevent direct friction between him and Geng Miao."

"'Alright, I'll take responsibility for the Geng Miao side. We support Shuanggu Daqu making contributions to the county's economic development, but at the same time we cannot let certain people of Shuanggu Daqu, because of this special relationship, cloak themselves in a veneer of legitimate crime. Let's handle this right now; if any problems arise, I will bear the responsibility.'"