Nominal: Who isn't a son-in-law?

The next morning.

A message ignited a frenzy in Handong through official websites, internal reports, and morning news.

"The higher authorities have decided to initiate an investigation into Zhao Lichun, the former head of Handong and now..., for suspected serious violations of discipline and law."

"An investigation revealed that Zhao Lichun seriously violated the organization's political discipline, organizational discipline, and integrity discipline. He used his position to seek benefits for others, accepted huge amounts of money and property, abused his power, provided convenience for his son Zhao Ruilong and others to engage in illegal business operations, and acted as a protective umbrella for organized crime. His actions were egregious and the circumstances were particularly serious."

"In accordance with the relevant provisions of the 'Disciplinary Regulations,' and after deliberation by the Standing Committee of the Discipline Inspection Commission and the Supervisory Commission and approval by the higher authorities, it was decided to expel Zhao Lichun from the Party; the Supervisory Commission will dismiss him from public office; his illegal gains will be confiscated; and his suspected crimes will be transferred to the judicial organs for handling according to law, with the related assets transferred along with the case."

"After trial by a certain high court, the defendant Zhao Lichun was found guilty of bribery and sentenced to life imprisonment, deprived of political rights for life, and all his personal property was confiscated; he was also found guilty of abuse of power and sentenced to ten years imprisonment."

"Considering the multiple crimes, the sentence is life imprisonment, deprivation of political rights for life, and confiscation of all personal property..."

……

"How could it be so fast..."

Some people in Handong looked at the announcement with disbelief.

Even some members of the Standing Committee found it unbelievable.

I've seen things done quickly, but never this fast. Even for officials at the department level, it's normal for the process to take ten days or even months. Given Zhao Lichun's status, it shouldn't be this fast.

Provincial Party Committee.

Sha Ruijin's office.

The group looked at the announcement sent by the system, exchanged glances, and fell silent for a moment.

Even Sha Ruijin and Gao Yuliang, who already knew the attitude, were shocked, and along with them, a trace of inexplicable fear and dread followed.

In their view, this was undoubtedly a signal from their superiors.

The past... has come to an end.

Gao Yuliang kept it firmly in mind, and even after returning home, he always carried the newspaper containing the notice with him to constantly remind himself of its importance.

Beside him, Luo Xiehua looked up from the computer, glanced at the various expressions on the faces of the leaders of Handong, nodded to himself, and said, "Comrade Ruijin, Comrade Shijun, the higher-ups are very firm in their stance that any violation of the law will be investigated and punished. Handong should set an example."

"Comrade Xie Hua, rest assured, we in Handong will strictly abide by the instructions of our superiors and will investigate and try the criminals involved in the case in accordance with the law, without any leniency."

"At the enlarged meeting later, we will also invite Comrade Xie Hua to perform a traditional opera."

The two spoke one after the other.

Performing opera?

Luo Xiehua's mind raced, and considering his own status as a subordinate, he raised his hand in annoyance and shook his head, saying, "You've made me do things that offend people. You all come out here and say something nice."

"Hehe, Comrade Xie Hua, after all, your identity is different."

Sha Ruijin also smiled and said.

"Hahaha"

Standing to the side, Tian Guofu forced a smile, feeling like a clown.

What does that mean?

What do they take him for? He's clearly the Secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission of Handong Province!

……

Nine o'clock, in the main conference room.

An enlarged meeting of the Standing Committee of the Hantong Provincial Party Committee was held.

In addition to the Standing Committee members, the inspection team included Luo Xiehua and Zhong Xiaoai.

Key members of the leadership teams of provincial departments, including the provincial government, the provincial organization, the provincial government, the provincial certificate department, and provincial-level departments.

Some attendees included representatives from the provincial procuratorate and court, Zhang Jianchao from the provincial anti-corruption bureau, and Wu Zhenyu, the director of the Jingzhou Public Security Bureau.

"Comrades, today we are holding an enlarged meeting of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee, which covers..."

"There are four core tasks: First, to formally announce the superior's final decision on the Zhao Lichun case, so that all cadres are clear about the red lines of discipline and the bottom lines of the law."

"Secondly, we should take the Zhao Lichun case as a warning, conduct in-depth cautionary education, and issue a serious warning to all cadres."

"Thirdly, we need to plan the trial of the relevant personnel involved in the case, clarify the standards for handling the case, and fulfill the responsibilities of handling the case."

"Fourth, we will deploy various tasks to deepen the building of Party conduct and integrity, maintain social stability in Handong, and promote the simultaneous improvement of Handong's political ecology and social development."

Sha Ruijin held the manuscript and read it aloud with a serious expression.

"Next, please let Comrade Luo Xiehua, deputy head of the inspection team, give a briefing on the Zhao Lichun case."

"Everyone, please welcome him."

'Pa pa pa'

After the applause subsided, Luo Xiehua began, "Comrades, with approval, it has been decided to take action against Zhao Lichun..."

After finishing reading, he put down the manuscript and glanced at the crowd below.

"Comrades, this is a signal. Since the founding of the Communist Party of China, we have repeatedly reiterated the red lines and bottom lines, and have seriously investigated and dealt with Zhao Lichun in accordance with the law and discipline. This fully demonstrates our firm determination to fight corruption, punish greed, and eradicate evil, and shows the clear orientation that everyone is equal before the law and no one has privileges before discipline."

"I am the deputy head of the inspection team. You all know the purpose of our visit to Handong. All of you are leaders at various levels in Handong. I hope you can learn from this experience. I don't want to be the one to come again next time, because no one will be happy."

'Pa pa pa'

Everyone applauded, their hearts filled with emotion.

At the same time, I kept his words in mind.

But how long they can remember it, nobody knows.

"Comrade Xie Hua just made it very clear. Comrades, Zhao Lichun, as a former official of Handong, should have kept his original aspiration and mission in mind and adhered to the principle of serving the people. However, he betrayed his ideals and beliefs, lost his stance, and used power as a tool to seek personal gain. He also allowed his son Zhao Ruilong to form a gang of interests and accept huge bribes."

"Using his power to interfere in the judiciary, meddle in engineering construction, manipulate personnel arrangements, shield organized crime, and act as a 'protective umbrella,' he seriously violated several organizational disciplines, severely damaged the political ecology of Handong, and seriously harmed the interests of the organization and the people."

"All organizations and cadres at all levels throughout the province must deeply recognize the serious harm caused by the Zhao Lichun case, reflect deeply on it, learn from it, and never repeat the same mistake."

Sha Ruijin's gaze swept over the crowd, and he spoke in a cold voice.

"Comrade Ruijin is right. The Zhao Lichun case is not an isolated case. The problems reflected behind it, such as abuse of power, improper family style, and lack of supervision, still have potential hidden dangers in some cadres."

Chu Shijun said slowly,

"From now on, the bottom line must not be crossed. Everyone must be vigilant at all times. Otherwise, the Provincial Party Committee will investigate and punish them severely."

"Next, the second item."

After he finished speaking, he looked at Sha Ruijin.

"Through Zhao Lichun..."

"Thirdly, the investigation and handling of the Zhao Lichun case is only an important step in Handong's anti-corruption work. The subsequent trial of relevant personnel involved in the case is related to judicial fairness, the political environment, and the support of the people. Judicial organs at all levels must raise their political awareness, strengthen their sense of responsibility, strictly handle cases in accordance with the law, and ensure that every case can withstand the test of law, history, and the people."

"Strict trial standards must be applied to ensure that the facts are clear and the evidence is conclusive. For all those involved in the case, including Zhao Ruilong, Gao Xiaoqin, Gao Xiaofeng, and Chen Qingquan, regardless of their identity, position, or the extent of any vested interests, courts, procuratorates, public security organs, and judicial administrative organs at all levels must adhere to the principle of basing judgments on facts and the law..."