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

"What happened? Why did Zhao Dagong suddenly resign from his position as Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission?"

"I'm surprised too. Last year when he took on this responsibility, he was extremely proud of himself. How long has it been?"

In his office, Chen Xinghe, the provincial Party committee's organization minister, looked at the formal written application that Li Jiageng had handed him and was quite shocked.

However, Li Jiageng, who was opposite him, was no less shocked. When he learned of this news from Chu Shijun, he was so shocked that he could hardly contain his heartbeat.

Zhao Dagong was the executive vice governor and secretary of the political and legal affairs commission, but he suddenly resigned from the latter position.

It's hard not to think of some deeper reasons.

Voluntarily stepping down and yielding the position to a more capable person? Impossible!

Then the only option is to show weakness, and to whom should we show weakness? To Chu Shijun, without a doubt.

In addition, Sima Shenhe went to Chu Shijun's house yesterday, and Zhao Dagong's position as Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission was taken from him.

In his view, Zhao Dagong had clearly considered many things.

"Comrade Jiageng, what does the Secretary mean?"

Chen Xinghe stared intently, wanting to see if Chu Shijun had any other intentions in sending this head steward.

"The secretary said that Comrade Dagong is a member of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee, Executive Vice Governor, and Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission. According to regulations, he can voluntarily resign from his organizational position, but the specifics depend on the opinion of the Organization Department. He hopes that you will review it as soon as possible. If you think it is feasible, you can temporarily add it to tomorrow's Standing Committee meeting for discussion."

Li Jiageng stated the truth.

Upon hearing this, Chen Xinghe seemed to be deep in thought.

Clearly, Zhao Dagong made the right move.

Tell their organization department to review it as soon as possible, and if feasible, add it to tomorrow's meeting...

That's definitely feasible; if it weren't, Chu Shijun wouldn't have had it brought over.

"Alright, Comrade Jiageng, I'll contact the comrades right away, discuss it quickly, and get back to you with the results."

Chen Xinghe immediately summoned the other vice ministers.

It happened very quickly, in less than an hour. Zhao Dagong was invited to do ideological work, and the other party was very cooperative. He first thanked the organization for its cultivation, and then explained in detail the reasons for his resignation. After Chen Xinghe asked and confirmed repeatedly, he signed the document.

Immediately, the issue of Zhao Dagong's resignation as Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission was added to tomorrow's Standing Committee meeting, causing an immediate uproar.

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When Zhao Zhi heard that the Organization Department had invited Zhao Dagong over, he felt something was wrong. After inquiring, he learned that the other party wanted to resign from his position as Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission.

Anger rose within him, but he also wondered if it was a test from the other party, since there were procedures to follow and he could make a fuss about it.

But when the Organization Department submitted the proposal, he realized that Zhao Dagong really wanted to resign.

"Comrade Dagong, where are you?"

"Governor, I just got back..."

"Then please come over here now."

Zhao Dagong was interrupted before he could finish speaking.

Looking at the phone that had just been hung up, he naturally sensed the suppressed anger in the voice, which was exactly what he had expected.

After glancing at the time, he straightened his clothes and walked calmly toward Zhao Zhi's office.

When I arrived, the other party was holding a meeting agenda printed out by the General Office.

"Governor."

Upon hearing the voice, Zhao Zhi turned his head. When he saw Zhao Dagong's calm expression, an inexplicable anger rose within him. Every word seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth: "Comrade Dagong, you've been too presumptuous in some matters."

The two met yesterday, and Zhao Dagong didn't say a word, but today he made a big move.

Ironically, none of the people reporting to Chu Shijun discussed anything else. He thought he would have to wait a while, but the first thing they did was something their own people had done.

Isn't this just making things difficult for him?

If we had communicated with him beforehand, we wouldn't have been in such a passive position.

Zhao Dagong remained unmoved, as if he couldn't see the pent-up anger in Zhao Zhi's heart, and said calmly, "Governor Zhao, a person in a position has a time to advance and retreat."

This calm demeanor only added to Zhao Zhi's frustration.

Zhao Zhi frowned slightly, his gaze fixed on him with a deep intensity, his dissatisfaction almost overflowing in his eyes. He subtly pointed out the advantages and disadvantages, saying, "Comrade Dagong, the situation has just changed, and the new leader has just arrived. It is the time to establish a firm foothold."

"There are some positions that you must defend and never give up. You should also understand that sometimes taking that step back involves much more than just your personal advancement or retreat."

The underlying meaning is quite clear: the Political and Legal Affairs Commission is indeed crucial. Putting aside the issue of its vote, the importance of the political and legal system below it is beyond doubt.

At the same time, Xia Qiusheng got this position before he left, and it hasn't been that long.

Zhao Dagong gave away the fruit himself. What was Xia Qiusheng supposed to think?

"Governor, I understand your concerns. But in some situations, it's better to go with the flow than to force things."

Being too conspicuous at the forefront of controversy may not be a good thing.

Zhao Dagong's voice revealed a hint of helplessness.

He knew very well that Chu Shijun had been parachuted in and was no ordinary person; his primary task was to streamline the leadership team and take control of personnel and the overall political and legal situation.

He was the Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission left over from the previous term, and he was Chu Shijun's primary target for adjustment. Rather than being passively marginalized and ending up disgraced, it was better for him to turn around proactively, so that he could retain some dignity and leave himself a way out.

Most importantly, it's about testing each other's true colors.

"Even if it's a matter of convenience, shouldn't we at least give each other a heads-up beforehand?"

Zhao Zhi stared straight at him. "Did you already have this idea yesterday?"

Zhao Dagong nodded slowly and said frankly, "At first I was indifferent, but after I went back I made up my mind. When I reported on my work this morning, I submitted the request."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Zhi's expression shifted, and he finally sighed helplessly, lit a cigarette, and got up to go to the window.

Zhao Dagong has gone too far, leaving no room for maneuver whatsoever.

In ordinary places, his request would require the opinion of the provincial party committee, that is, a three-person group.

The discussion is complete. Take it to the Organization Department for review and approval, then submit it to the Provincial Standing Committee for further study, and finally report it to the higher authorities.

But here, whether it's Xia Qiusheng or Chu Shijun, once they see the request, as long as they nod in approval, they can just send it to the Organization Department.

"You're leaving absolutely no room for negotiation!"

Zhao Zhi said helplessly.

He knew that Zhao Dagong's resignation would definitely be approved.

If it's reported to higher authorities, reviewed by the Organization Department, and then reported again, wouldn't that mean Chu Shijun himself approved it? How could it not be approved?

"In officialdom, one must be mindful of the timing and degree of advancement and retreat. Rather than being forced to leave later, it is better to take the initiative to turn around now, preserving dignity and leaving oneself a way out."

Zhao Dagong walked to his side.

"Governor, stepping down from the position of Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission may not be a bad thing."

Zhao Zhi didn't speak, just quietly smoked his cigarette.

"First of all, the Political and Legal Affairs Commission has three subordinate agencies: the public security bureau, the procuratorate, and the court. These are the most reliable forces. However, as you know, Sima Shenhe has been outwardly compliant but inwardly defiant lately. The procuratorate is doing the same thing. As for the court, it has been turning a deaf ear. Many people attend meetings and raise their hands high, but when it comes to getting things done, they are all slow and sluggish."

"Instead of clinging to an empty shell, it's better to concentrate all your efforts on one thing."

Zhao Zhi stared at him for a few seconds, his gaze sharp as a knife, but Zhao Dagong did not flinch and faced him calmly.

After a long pause, Zhao Zhicai slowly nodded and said, "This matter ends here, but Comrade Dagong, it would be best to give us a heads-up before doing anything in the future. This is not Bianxi."

"Governor, please rest assured."