In name only: I will break the chess game in Handong

At this moment, Sha Ruijin and Governor Liu exchanged a glance.

They had all received instructions from above not to make things difficult for Zhong Xiaoai this time, so Governor Liu spoke first.

"Comrade Chen Luo, we understand your concerns."

However, it is still difficult to say whether Comrade Zhong Xiaoai is competent enough to perform her duties.

Let her act as the chief prosecutor of the Jingzhou Procuratorate for three months to assess her abilities, and then gradually adjust her duties.

"Yes, Governor Liu makes a lot of sense. What do you think, Comrade Chen Luo?"

Sha Ruijin also agreed with this opinion.

Since it was so obvious, Chen Luo had no choice but to compromise, even though he didn't want Zhong Xiaoai to come in. What's wrong with giving Zhong Xiaoai a chance to prove herself?

Just like Governor Liu said, if there are any problems during the three-month agency period, the position can be reassigned at any time.

"Since Governor Liu and Secretary Sha both think it's feasible, I'm naturally willing to give Comrade Zhong Xiaoai such an opportunity."

In just a few words, Zhong Xiaoai's fate was decided. After the Standing Committee meeting, Chen Luo was about to leave for home when Governor Liu stopped him.

In Sha Ruijin's office, Governor Liu and Sha Ruijin sat on the sofa, and Chen Luo also sat on the sofa.

"Chen Luo, were you really unwilling to accept Zhong Xiaoai just now?"

Governor Liu smiled, and Chen Luo nodded with a smile, saying, "Governor Liu, you know that Zhong Xiaoai has no experience in grassroots work. I really think it's not appropriate for her to be the chief prosecutor of the procuratorate."

Upon hearing this, Sha Ruijin chimed in.

"Whether it's suitable or not, we in Handong have to make arrangements for them first to avoid gossip."

Zhong Zhengguo made a request before stepping down: that we in Handong take care of Comrade Zhong Xiaoai.

You can't go back on your word. I heard that your senior, Minister Xu, is going to take over as the director of the National Development and Reform Commission?

"Chen Luo, you're pretty stingy, aren't you? You don't even want to leave this little treat for the Zhong family?"

Upon hearing this, all three of them laughed.

"Oh, Secretary Sha, what are you saying? I finally agreed, didn't I? After all, you and Governor Liu both spoke up. Even if I don't give face to the Zhong family, I still have to give face to you two, right?"

"You're so slippery. I'll be retiring in two months. When the new governor comes, your life might not be as comfortable as it is now."

As Governor Liu spoke, his gaze turned to Sha Ruijin.

Sha Ruijin was all smiles one second, but his expression turned serious the next.

"Comrade Changsheng, is there any news about the candidate to succeed the governor?"

This issue is extremely important to Sarrijin.

Governor Liu smiled and nodded.

"If nothing unexpected happens, it will be Zhou Jianjun, the deputy secretary of the neighboring Jiangsu Province and the secretary of the Suzhou Municipal Party Committee."

"Zhou Jianjun? Is that him?"

After speaking, Sha Ruijin looked at Chen Luo, his meaning clear: he wanted Chen Luo to tell him about Zhou Jianjun.

"Ahem, Secretary Zhou... my assessment is that he is a man of few words and deep thoughts. Actually, my relationship with Secretary Zhou is just so-so. When he was the secretary, he did not manage the work of the government, but in other matters, the municipal party committee was an impregnable fortress."

Secretary Sha, you're in luck.

Sha Ruijin's lips twitched slightly at Chen Luo's joke.

"Let's forget about this blessing... I've also heard some things about Zhou Jianjun. He's the eldest son of the Zhou family, and he's only fifty-five and he's already a provincial governor?"

After speaking, Sha Ruijin gave Governor Liu a resentful look.

"Don't look at me like that, Comrade Ruijin. You're the Party Secretary, why are you afraid of Zhou Jianjun? Besides, he got my recommendation by offering benefits. Our relationship wasn't like it is now back then."

These words made Sha Ruijin fall silent for a moment.

"Fine, like you said, I'm the Party Secretary, why should I be afraid of him?"

"That's right, Secretary Sha, I'll really need your help at the Standing Committee meeting then."

As soon as Chen Luo said this, both Governor Liu and Sha Ruijin rolled their eyes.

"You're just bragging! Of the thirteen Standing Committee members, several of them have close ties with you. Although Zhou Jianjun may be a man of few words, he is still your former Party Secretary. What can he do to you?"

We're too busy trying to win you over!

"Hahaha, did you hear that, Secretary Sha? Secretary Zhou came to try and win me over... Aren't you going to do something about it?"

The three chatted about other things, and it didn't seem like a conversation between the three leaders of Handong at all. There was no distance between them, which could only be attributed to special circumstances.

It wasn't until Chen Luo and Governor Liu left after the conversation that Sha Ruijin's smile turned somber.

"This Zhou Jianjun is not easy to deal with!"

Shaking his head, Sha Ruijin thought, "Old Zhou and his father-in-law were rivals back then. Now, their feud is about to unfold in the next generation. Sha Ruijin is heartbroken!"

Chapter 219 Handling Opinions, Time Flies

The bitterness in her heart was different from that of Sha Ruijin.

Chen Luo and Governor Liu left the provincial party committee building together.

"Chen Luo, has Zhou Jianjun's arrival in Handong affected you?"

Governor Liu had not asked Chen Luo this question before; this was the first formal inquiry he had made.

Chen Luo also stopped smiling.

"Secretary Zhou's situation is a bit complicated, but he is a smart man. When I was mayor, he never hindered my work. It's just that Secretary Zhou and Secretary Sha might not get along."

When the top two leaders don't get along, we Standing Committee members can't avoid the issue of choosing sides. Of course, this doesn't affect me much; if I don't take sides, there's nothing they can do about it.

Governor Liu nodded.

"Indeed, your job is to build up Luzhou. Sha Ruijin and Zhou Jianjun are not fools."

We won't make things difficult for you on this major issue, but it will be hard for you to be as comfortable as you are in other aspects of life.

"Hahaha, Governor Liu, I understand. How can the top two leaders truly get along harmoniously?"

Your case is extremely rare.

Governor Liu didn't say anything more. The two parted ways after arriving at the building. One went to the provincial government building next door, while Chen Luo went straight home.

The next morning, Qi Tongwei went to the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection.

Tian Guofu had been waiting for a long time.

Once inside Tian Guofu's office, Qi Tongwei confessed all his problems without any concealment. The higher-ups already knew all of this and were just waiting for Qi Tongwei to turn himself in.

"Director Qi, now that the issue has been clarified, you can stay at the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection for the next few days. After all, the procedures still need to be followed."

Qi Tongwei stood up and bowed to Tian Guofu, saying, "Thank you, Secretary Tian!"

"Why thank me? You are the master of your own life. The fact that you received the organization's leniency is a result of the three bullets you were shot with."

Qi Tongwei remained silent, and soon he followed the staff to the detention room.

Similarly, on this day, Zhong Xiaoai came out of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection. Originally, Zhong Xiaoai had prepared herself for disgrace and even loss of her job, but when she came out, Tian Guofu personally greeted her.

"Comrade Xiao Ai, thank you for your cooperation with the organization's investigation during this period."

Tian Guofu's tone was indifferent, and Zhong Xiaoai lowered her head, somewhat afraid to look at him.

"Secretary Tian, ​​does this mean I... can't stay at the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection?"

Zhong Xiaoai is self-aware; regardless of whether this matter is right or wrong, she is no longer suitable to stay in the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection.

Tian Guofu hadn't expected Zhong Xiaoai to be so sensible.

After taking a deep breath, he decided to tell him the truth.

"Comrade Xiao Ai, you guessed right."

boom!

These words struck Zhong Xiaoai like a heavy hammer, extinguishing her last glimmer of life. Zhong Xiaoai collapsed to the ground, completely limp and powerless.

Seeing this, Tian Guofu frowned and said the next sentence.

"However, Comrade Xiao Ai, you are innocent. It was Zhao Ruilong who forced you into this situation. The organization has already investigated and found out. Although you can no longer stay in the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection, the organization will not treat you unfairly."

Yesterday at the Standing Committee meeting, the Provincial Party Committee made a decision regarding your future arrangements.

Upon hearing this, Zhong Xiaoai slowly raised her head.

His eyes, though dull, held a glimmer of light.

"Go to Jingzhou Procuratorate to serve as the chief prosecutor."

Upon hearing this, Zhong Xiaoai was instantly moved; it was truly a case of "after the darkest hour comes the dawn"!

She quickly got up and thanked him profusely.

"Thank you, Secretary Tian, ​​and thank you to the provincial leaders!"

"No need to thank me, thank Secretary Chen instead. Secretary Chen originally didn't agree to let you go to the Jingzhou Procuratorate, after all, Xiao Ai, you don't have grassroots work experience."

In the end, it was Secretary Chen who decided to give you a chance, so he appointed you as acting chief prosecutor. This is a rare opportunity, so you must seize it and work diligently!

"I understand, Secretary Tian!"

When Zhong Xiaoai walked out of the provincial discipline inspection commission's gate, she felt that the air was sweet; it was the smell of freedom.

Back home, Zhong Xiaoai plugged in her phone, which had long since run out of battery and shut down. When she turned it on, she found it was full of missed calls from her parents.

Feeling uneasy, Zhong Xiaoai dialed her father's number.

"Hey Dad."

Mr. Zhong was taken aback when he heard his daughter's voice, and then said, "Xiao Ai, you're out?"

"Yes, Dad, Secretary Tian said that there is evidence that Zhao Ruilong forced me, and I am innocent."

Upon hearing this, Zhong Zhengguo could only smile wryly. What evidence did he have? It was just a small request he made before retiring.

Of course, Zhong Zhengguo didn't want to say these things to Zhong Xiaoai. What would be the point? Would it make his daughter anxious? Or feel guilty?

"Xiao Ai, what's your next job? Has Handong made any arrangements?"