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

"Don't be nervous, relax. Here, have a cigarette."

Liu Tonggu smiled, but inwardly rolled his eyes. Who wouldn't be nervous if you suddenly looked at someone's information like that?

If the Organization Department saw this, they'd be overjoyed.

Besides, the top leader, the second-in-command, and the disciplinary committee members—there are only two major possibilities.

Fortunately, Chu Shijun has already offered him some cigarettes, so it can't be a bad thing.

*Slap*

*Slap*

"Comrade Tonggu, I've reviewed your work over the years. You've been working in the public security, procuratorate, and judicial departments for a long time; you're a veteran. You've served as deputy secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission and then secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission for six years now."

As Chu Shijun spoke, he squinted and said, "Based on your work over the past two years, and the evaluations of some comrades, it reflects a shortcoming or deficiency in you."

Liu Tonggu's heart skipped a beat, and he quickly said, "Secretary Chu, please tell me, I will definitely reflect on my mistakes and actively correct them."

"Too soft in actions, not tough enough in tactics."

Chu Shijun said in a deep voice,

"As the secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission, you should be the one to strictly enforce the law and discipline, stand firm, and dare to say no, instead of agreeing with or going through the motions in every matter, big or small."

"I don't care what happened to Comrade Qiusheng here before. I also know that you often felt awkward facing him or Comrade Dinglong. But from now on, you need to take responsibility. I can listen to your opinions. I'm not the kind of arrogant leader who doesn't respect others. Do you understand?"

"Yes, Secretary Chu, I understand."

Liu Tonggu finally breathed a sigh of relief. So that's what they were talking about. He started repeating the same old platitudes: "I will definitely correct my attitude in the future, communicate more when things happen, and firmly uphold my responsibilities and stance as a member of the Discipline Inspection Commission..."

"I don't listen to the same old advice."

Chu Shijun frowned and interrupted, "Tell me about those two things we just discussed at the meeting. What are your plans?"

"this,"

Liu Tonggu hesitated slightly, took a puff of his cigarette, and tentatively said, "Regarding the matter of Zhang Yang, Zhu Yang, Gu Wangbei, and others, our Discipline Inspection Commission will cooperate with the special task force of the Ministry of Public Security to investigate and deal with it strictly. We will find out every case and report it truthfully. We will never tolerate anyone involved. If you have any unsure opinions, we will definitely ask you."

"Another matter is to strictly implement the arrangements and plans made by Secretary Yu and you."

"Look at you, isn't what you're saying just nonsense? Isn't it just repeating what I just said?"

Chu Shijun looked displeased.

This won't work, that won't work, no, what do you want me to say?

Liu Tonggu, filled with resentment, gritted his teeth and said, "Secretary Chu, I'll do whatever you tell me to do!"

"shit!"

Chu Shijun glared at him, knowing he was in a difficult position, so he didn't press the matter further.

"Let me set the tone. I know my position. If you're worried, then fine, I'll have Secretary Yu supervise me."

"But comrades in the provincial party committee, if you, as the secretary of the discipline inspection commission, are still afraid of offending people when you take on responsibilities, you might as well change positions as soon as possible."

"Furthermore, let me tell you what we just discussed at the meeting: the fight against corruption is not a matter of momentary courage. We must uproot the pieces that need to be removed and ensure that the overall situation is not disrupted."

"Some people hold important positions and have too many connections, so they can't be touched, because touching them would play right into someone's hands. But those who rush to the front, act as frontmen, and act as pawns, must be thoroughly investigated to establish authority, silence people, and sever the chain."

Liu Tonggu nodded repeatedly and took notes carefully.

Chu Shijun leaned forward slightly, his expression solemn, and said, "First of all, you must firmly grasp the three breakthrough points: Zhang Yang, Zhu Yang, and Gu Wangbei. Follow the principles throughout the entire process. If anyone outside the system tries to interfere, and you cannot or dare not stop them, report to me immediately."

"Just from what Zhang Yang said when he turned himself in, you can see how serious the matter is. Everyone said that the stone grew legs and left, but now I think it's not leaving, some people are starting to run."

Upon hearing this, Liu Tonggu was shocked, and cold sweat poured down his forehead.

He knew perfectly well what they were talking about; the other party could say it, but he dared not respond.

"Zhang Yang has access to information about early personnel deals and the shady dealings in the oil city project."

"Zhu Yang is the power hub of Zhencheng, directly connecting with the two major groups."

"Gu Wangbei is the front headquarters of capital. These three people are the three knives we must throw out. We must solidify their testimonies, transaction records, and the chain of evidence, hand them over to the special task force of the public security bureau, and make it an ironclad case that no one can overturn."

"Use them to make an example of those who are hiding in the shadows and holding important positions."

"Furthermore, the financial system needs to be tiered and selectively managed."

Chu Shijun got up, walked to his desk, took a list from it, and handed it to Liu Tonggu.

"The bank presidents and regulatory officials who surrendered, as well as ordinary staff who were passively involved in violations or were merely going with the flow, will be dealt with internally with leniency to stabilize the fundamentals."

"But the key personnel who took the initiative to give the green light, made huge illegal loans, and colluded with the two major groups will all be investigated and dealt with severely without exception. Don't worry about anything else, Secretary Yu and I will cover for you."

"As for the deeper issues, if someone provides the details and submits the list, you don't need to worry about it."

Liu Tonggu nodded quickly, saying that even if he were to manage it, he couldn't.

If Chu Shijun hadn't brought it up today, he wouldn't have done anything about it.

Do you really think everyone is that idiot and foolish former son-in-law of the Zhong family?

"Have you written everything down?"

"I've got it, I've got it."

Chu Shijun flicked his cigarette ash and continued, "I'm keeping an eye on Comrade Zhao Zhi and Comrade Da Gong, but they're not deeply involved, so you don't need to make things too difficult for them. However, if either of them or someone else does something foolish, you need to be clear about your stance."

"Secretary Chu, I understand."

Liu Tonggu understood immediately, but when he thought of Gu Wangbei, he hesitated and said, "It's this Gu Wangbei. He's nothing special, but this Gu from Tianhe... it's a bit of a problem. The issue with the land you mentioned to Comrade Nuojun in Tianhe has been reported to our Discipline Inspection Commission multiple times. Secretary Xia was still in office at the time, and I also reported it, but as you can see, it's not easy to handle."

"Um,"

Chu Shijun nodded slightly, stood up, unzipped his jacket, revealing the badge he wore on his left breast.

"Now that I'm here, you can choose not to make things difficult for me."

He looked down from his high vantage point, his gaze as deep and unfathomable as the sea.

Upon hearing this, Liu Tonggu glanced at it, closed his eyes, and a fierce internal struggle began to rage within him.

Chu Shijun was not in a hurry and waited for his decision.

Time ticked by, and several minutes passed. The office was extremely quiet, making the ticking of the mechanical clock on the wall all the more distinct.

Finally, Liu Tonggu opened his eyes and looked at the dazzling badge.

He silently called out "Teacher" in his heart, then stood up and said, "Please wait a moment."

"Um."

Watching his departing figure, Chu Shijun's gaze softened with relief.

A moment later, Liu Tonggu walked in with a folder covered in dust, as if it had been stored away for a long time and piled up at the bottom of a box.

"Secretary Chu, these are the complaint letters I received regarding that private plot of land during my time as Secretary of the Tianhe Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection, and currently Secretary of the Commission for Discipline Inspection."

He presented it with both hands, and said firmly, "Now, I am requesting that you and the Provincial Party Committee immediately launch an investigation into this matter."