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

Chu Shijun's expression remained unchanged. He lightly tapped his fingertips on the table and asked in a deep voice, "Which other companies are specifically involved? Have the specific leads regarding the financial transactions been verified?"

"Secretary Chu, we have identified a total of 6 companies that are associated with Zhu Yang. Among them, there are three core companies involved: Yuanzhong Group in Zhencheng, Nanyun Group in Tianhe City, and Longteng Group in Yangcheng City."

"Among them, Yuanzhong Group has been undertaking key urban construction projects of Zhencheng City Government for many years. In this land bidding for the new district, its qualifications just met the threshold adjusted by Zhu Yang, making it the most direct beneficiary. The other two beneficiaries are those who have been held by multiple nominees and layers of shell companies."

Sima Shenhe gave a clear and organized report.

"In the past three years, Yuanzhong Group, through Zhu Yang's connections, has successively acquired three core plots of land in Zhencheng, all of which involved illegal land acquisition and acquisition at low prices."

He paused, then said hesitantly, "We haven't investigated Yuanzhong Group's financial accounts in depth, but based on the existing clues, we've found that they have deep ties with certain banks, and there may be instances of illegal lending."

"Perhaps? Heh."

Chu Shijun smiled contemptuously. He was aware of the previous sordid incident, and it was understandable that Sima Shenhe dared not speak of it.

At this point, Li Dakang added, "Secretary Chu, there is another matter I need to report to you. After Zhu Yang went to the university for further studies, his trusted secretary continued to operate in Zhencheng, repeatedly making private contacts with relevant personnel from the Municipal Bidding Office and the Natural Resources Bureau, attempting to inquire about the progress of land review, and even instructing relevant personnel to conceal clues of violations."

"In addition, Executive Vice Mayor Bi Yunyao has mentioned 'protecting the legitimate rights and interests of enterprises' multiple times at government work meetings recently, which seems to indicate a tendency to speak up for companies such as Yuanzhong Group. He has even secretly obstructed our investigation of the companies involved, which has brought some obstacles to the progress of the work. However, these efforts have been superficial and seem to be just for show."

Chu Shijun nodded. "Does Bi Yunyao have any specific questions?"

"Based on the clues we have, no. He did not participate in the things Zhu Yang was involved in; he only cooperated in the work. If that counts, then the entire Zhencheng team should be included."

"Oh, Secretary Chu, in Comrade Bi Yunyao's family, his uncle has an older brother named Bi Yuntao, who is currently the Director of the Public Security Bureau in Gudian. I heard that he is now supervising a case with Governor Gao."

Li Dakang stopped there.

Chu Shijun understood what the other party meant.

Bi Yuntao was recommended to Gao Yuliang by Zhou Mutong, so there's no problem with that.

As for Bi Yunyao, there isn't a real problem at the moment; it's a matter of choice.

"I see,"

Chu Shijun did not give a direct answer.

"Comrade Dakang, Comrade Shenhe, continue to follow up. As before, do not submit it to the Discipline Inspection Commission for the time being. In addition, regarding the financial issues involving Yuanzhong Group, Comrade Shenhe, you can contact Comrade Tongwei to discuss it."

"Okay, Secretary Chu."

The two nodded.

"Go ahead and expedite the process. Report any significant progress to me immediately, without delay."

After the two left, Xu Nuojun, the Party Secretary of Tianhe City, arrived shortly after.

After reporting on his recent work as usual, Chu Shijun didn't let him leave. Instead, he offered him a cigarette, commented on his work, and then asked, "Comrade Nuojun, you're in charge of Tianhe. You should be familiar with that old house in the suburbs, right?"

Xu Nuojun's heart skipped a beat, and he immediately nodded: "Yes, Secretary Chu, that is the residence of an old leader. In the early years, a large area of ​​land was allocated, and a private road was specially built to lead directly into the compound. The area is very large, and ordinary people cannot enter it at all."

Chu Shijun raised his eyes, his gaze sweeping over him indifferently, his voice deepening slightly:

"Relying on their past power, they have seized land on the outskirts of the city to build houses and privately construct roads, occupying public resources and displaying an attitude of privilege."

"Even after retiring, they still refuse to let go of their airs. The root cause is that they've relaxed their adherence to rules and become too self-serving."

Have you considered doing something about it?

Upon hearing this, Xu Nuojun's heart was in turmoil.

No, I'm just a small-time guy. Even if I dare to think about it, I wouldn't dare to say it.

His face showed difficulty, and he said slowly, "Secretary Chu, there are too many influencing factors. It's not that no one has mentioned it before, but that piece of land has never been within the municipal planning area, so it has never been brought up for discussion. In addition, there are concerns about causing unrest, so..."

"Yes, I understand your concerns. I also roughly understand why we can't get on the table in the municipal planning. The deeply entrenched old system is most vulnerable to sudden changes. Forcibly dismantling it would only shake the foundation and be counterproductive."

Chu Shijun changed the subject,

"However, sometimes overthinking can be a bad idea. You are the Party Secretary of Tianhe City, so you need to be aware of your position. Just because something is inappropriate now doesn't mean it will be inappropriate in the future. Before that happens, the necessary arrangements must be made!"

Xu Nuojun suppressed her worries and tentatively said, "Secretary Chu, I'll make arrangements to conduct a detailed review of land ownership across the city in the near future to see where there are any inappropriate aspects."

"Yes, the nature of its use is very important. We can't just build a road and let one family use it. This is a public resource. After we investigate, we will report to the provincial party committee, and this matter will be promoted throughout the province."

After a pause, Chu Shijun said in an unquestionable tone, "If anyone in the Tianhe team has any questions, just say it's my instruction. If anyone disagrees, let him come to the provincial party committee to find me, and I will explain it to him personally."

Since you said it was your instruction, who would dare to question it!

Xu Nuojun inwardly grumbled, but quickly nodded and said, "Secretary Chu, don't worry, I'll arrange it right away."

……

The next day.

A provincial-level cadre conference was held.

The large conference room had six or seven hundred people.

The first item is to understand the spirit of the meeting. The second item is for the secretaries of each city and relevant personnel from each department to give a summary report on the recent work in the province to the whole province.

Then, the third item.

Organization Minister Chen Xinghe stood up, took the document, and solemnly read aloud: "Comrades, let's first read out the relevant appointment decisions."

"After research by higher authorities and with reference to the opinions of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission, it has been decided to approve Comrade Zhao Dagong's resignation from the position of Secretary of the Provincial Political and Legal Affairs Commission, while his original position as Executive Vice Governor remains unchanged."

"After deliberation and decision by higher authorities, it has been decided to appoint Comrade Sima Shenhe as Secretary of the Provincial Political and Legal Affairs Commission and member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee. His original positions as Vice Governor, Secretary of the Organization Department of the Provincial Public Security Department, and Director of the Department remain unchanged." (There is another example now, from a coal-producing province.)

"After deliberation by higher authorities, it has been decided to remove Comrade Zhang Yang from his positions as a member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee and Secretary of the Youcheng Municipal Party Committee, and to assign him to another post."

"After deliberation and decision by higher authorities, Comrade Hu Daoheng has been appointed as the Secretary of the Youcheng Municipal Party Committee, while his original positions as full-time Deputy Secretary and Standing Committee member remain unchanged."

"After deliberation by the Provincial Party Committee, Comrade Zhong Xiaoai has been appointed as the Organization Secretary and Director of the Provincial Department of Civil Affairs."

"..."

"The above appointment and removal decisions shall take effect from the date of their reading. It is hoped that the relevant comrades will strictly implement the decisions, actively cooperate with the handover of work, and ensure a smooth and orderly transition of work."