Chapter 754: Discipline Inspection Commission Secretary Begins the Roll Call

Secretary Yue asked, "You really made me break a sweat just now. If something were to happen to you, how could I report to Governor Zhou?"

"It's right for a youngster to have drive, but you must always put your own safety first. I'll let this pass, but remember in the future not to charge ahead in everything."

"You are now a leader; you should think from the overall picture, stand high, and focus on the whole situation."

"Alright, I won't lecture you on that now. I called you in mainly to discuss the upcoming situation."

"Your County Party Committee and County Government leadership has basically collapsed; regardless of the final outcome, they cannot remain County Standing Committee members."

"Therefore, during this period, you will have to preside over the county's work."

"This time you did earn merit, but merit doesn't guarantee a commendation. With such a huge incident in the county, you as a County Standing Committee member could still be punished."

"Of course, that's my normal assessment; as for specifics, I expect the provincial party leadership will issue a clear directive."

"Right now your county faces many difficulties. Geng Miao will certainly be removed, but after that, what will your county's economy rely on for development?"

"Twin Ditch Large Koji Winery, regardless of its past, has outwardly been supporting your county's finances."

"If that revenue disappears, your county likely won't even be able to pay regular salaries; you need to consider this now."

"Don't think about asking the province for money; the provincial treasury is tight, and even if Vice Governor Huang wants to help, the Provincial Finance Department can't spare funds."

"Yesterday's remark, this incident—you earned merit, but that doesn't guarantee a commendation, and if any of those county officials get into trouble, you'll temporarily have to take over their duties, which is a huge mess."

"Doing it well may not earn you extra points; doing it poorly will certainly invite criticism."

Su Yang solemnly nodded; this was within his expectations. Had he not gone through the affairs of Huatian Town and Xiushui Xiang, he might already have been daydreaming about promotion.

A direct jump to Division-level is impossible, though the position could at least shift somewhat; but now he has no such luxury.

He said, "Thank you, Secretary Yue. No matter what, I'm also part of the county, and whatever complex or important tasks lie ahead, I will do my utmost to handle them well."

"Until this matter is fully resolved, I will ensure everything in the county runs normally."

Secretary Yue nodded with satisfaction, "Good, that's fine. I was just worried you might complain about the organization because of this incident; hearing you say that is very gratifying to me."

"No wonder Governor Zhou favored you."

Just as their conversation ended, a staff member knocked and entered, saying, "Secretary Yue, the Political and Legal Affairs Commission Secretary Ma Qiming and the County Party Committee Deputy Secretary Zhou Yanru have requested to surrender."

"Oh, the Municipal Discipline Inspection Commission Secretary He Jinbao also requested to surrender."

Su Yang heard the names and was slightly surprised. As far as he knew, Zhou Yanru usually seemed close to Ye Xianggao's group, but in reality he hadn't really been involved in much trouble—at most he'd go for meals, drinks, and collect gifts.

But he was the first to step forward and surrender, either guided by someone behind the scenes or hoping to secure the lightest penalty.

Secretary Yue nodded and said, "It seems some people won't give up until the Yellow River; in a moment I can announce it directly."

Su Yang's eyes widened instantly, "Secretary Yue, have you already obtained their relevant evidence?"

Secretary Yue glanced at Su Yang and said, "Did you think the Discipline Inspection Commission just lives off dry rice? Did you think the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission is unaware of Lieshan County's situation?"

"I tell you, the denunciation materials I have now are far more detailed than what you've uncovered."

As he spoke, he pushed the door open and left. Su Yang thought to himself, "I'm such a clown; I was just about to give Secretary Yue the file I got from Jiao Qiang, not realizing he had prepared something far more thorough."

At that moment Secretary Yue said, "I gave you a chance, but you didn't cherish it."

"Then don't blame me for not giving you this final dignity." He then told the staff, "Anyone whose name was mentioned, take them all away."

Then, at the moment the officials present were most terrified, Secretary Yue read out, "County Party Committee Secretary Ye Xianggao of Lieshan County, County Magistrate Wen Qiren of Lieshan County, Executive Vice County Magistrate Gao Hai of Lieshan County Government, Publicity Department Head Ji Minjia, County Committee Office Director Jin Junlai."

When he finished that string of names, the entire Lieshan County Standing Committee was reduced to Su Yang and Hou Junlai.

Accurately speaking, County Party Committee Organization Department Head Zhang Guodong was also on the list, but since he was transferred, the staff will probably visit his unit as well.

At this point, Su Yang thought the naming should be over and even doubted the relevant city leaders, but in reality, at that level some semblance of dignity is usually retained.

Moreover, if one truly wanted to act against city officials, especially those at the senior department level, it must go through the Provincial Standing Committee; you can't name them so quickly.

The matters behind this are tangled; no one wants to cut off all possibilities with a single move.

But unexpectedly, Secretary Yue continued, "Vice Mayor Bai Yupeng of Place: Jinzhou."

Bai Yupeng, already looking pale, trembled slightly, and upon hearing his name, wet his trousers.

Immediately, a strong urine odor filled the conference room.

However, at that moment no one could afford to mock the usually lofty vice mayor.

Secretary Yue's gaze continued scanning the crowd until it landed on Place: Jinzhou Mayor Gao Dabo.

"Mayor Gao, will you leave on your own, or shall I have someone ask you to leave?"

Gao Dabo, who had been feigning composure, collapsed instantly, murmuring, "Impossible, impossible—I am the mayor, I am a senior department‑level cadre."

"To investigate me, you must go through the Provincial Standing Committee and obtain approval from the main provincial leaders."

Secretary Yue sneered, "This time the task force's main mission is anti‑organized crime, so anyone involved must first undergo scrutiny."

He of course knew whose man Gao Dabo was; when Sha Secretary sent him, he had been instructed that anyone involved should be taken down without exception.

This time there is no mercy to speak of.

After so many years in the Discipline Inspection Commission system, this is his first time arresting people so outrightly.

He didn't even consider the tangled relationships behind it, and the feeling was rather exhilarating.

At this moment, Place: Jinzhou Party Committee Secretary Guo Haiyan's face was also very grim; she knew that anti‑organized‑crime cases differ from others—once implicated, the charge can be either severe or minor.

Regardless of anything else, the three words "protective umbrella" are unavoidable.

Fortunately, Secretary Yue suddenly halted, "These are all for today, but that doesn't mean the rest of you have no issues."