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

What opinions could Hou Liangping possibly have?

He couldn't wait to take office.

After the conversation, Qin Siyuan, as is customary, reported to the Party Committee of the Supreme People's Procuratorate, and then, after issuing instructions, formally sent a letter to the General Office of the Handong Provincial Party Committee to solicit opinions.

The news spread quickly from the General Office of the Provincial Party Committee.

The first to find out were undoubtedly the members of the Standing Committee.

At Lu Yike's home, Lu Yike, who had been nervous for several days, was clearly bewildered when she heard the news. What was originally a sure thing had now changed. If it were Chen Hai being reinstated, Lu Yike might not be so upset, but the person who came was Hou Liangping, who had been parachuted in from the capital.

Judge Wu was the most furious of all. He had been running around trying to pull strings for his daughter, but the sure thing had slipped away. Judge Wu was getting angrier and angrier.

He took out his phone and, ignoring everything else, dialed Lu Zheng'an directly.

"Hey, Lao Lu?"

"Well, I'm here."

"You already know the news, right? The Supreme People's Procuratorate is planning to directly parachute in a division chief to become the bureau chief. Isn't this blatant bullying of Handong?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Zheng'an fell silent. Generally speaking, the Supreme People's Procuratorate only interferes in the appointment and removal of local procuratorates for important positions such as the chief procurator and deputy chief procurator. The position of the director of the anti-corruption bureau is not so important that the Supreme People's Procuratorate would disregard local sentiments and force it in.

Then there is only one answer: it was their own initiative within Handong that they requested Hou Liangping to take up a post in Handong from the Supreme People's Procuratorate.

There is only one person in the entire Handong area with such power, and that is Provincial Party Secretary Sha Ruijin!

"Old Wu, how is Yike doing now?"

Instead of directly responding to Judge Wu's complaints, Lu Zheng'an inquired about Lu Yike's condition.

Mentioning this made Judge Wu even angrier.

"Old Lu, Yi Ke is completely dumbfounded right now. She's sitting on the sofa like a puppet, and she won't say a word when I ask her. I'm really worried that something might have happened to Yi Ke."

We can't just let this go!

"If this guy surnamed Hou wants to come to Handong and try to seize the bureau chief position, then let's give him a shot!"

After saying that, Judge Wu hung up the phone.

Lu Zheng'an stared at the disconnected phone in silence for a long time. He had already made the necessary connections, but then Hou Liangping was parachuted into Handong, which was a slap in the face for Lu Zheng'an, a resounding one.

Taking a deep breath, Lu Zheng'an decided to give it a shot. He wouldn't fight for the steamed bun, he would fight for his pride. He absolutely couldn't remain silent!

Compared to the anger and actions of Lu Yike's family, Chen Yanshi, upon learning that Hou Liangping had come to Handong to serve as the bureau chief, was constantly cursing at home, spewing out words like "little gold" and "ungrateful wretch." Chen Hai, sitting on the sofa, looked utterly exhausted.

However, Chen Yanshi had no other choice but to curse. Compared to Lu Zheng'an, the gap was too great.

2:50 p.m.

Chen Luo, who was sitting in his office looking at documents, was taken aback when he saw Minister Xu's name on his phone, and then answered the call.

"Good afternoon, Minister Xu!"

"There are no outsiders here, so call him senior."

Chen Luo smiled and said generously, "Senior!"

"Hmm, let me ask you something. I heard that the head of the Anti-Corruption Bureau of your Handong Procuratorate is going to be replaced? And it's someone parachuted in from Beijing?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Luo immediately took his voice seriously.

"Yes, senior. Secretary Sha Ruijin wants to transfer Director Zhong's son-in-law from Beijing to Handong to be the spearhead of the anti-corruption campaign."

"The Zhong family's son-in-law? Interesting. It was Zhong Zhengguo who led the opposition that got you to come to Handong. I didn't realize the Zhong family had such a long reach."

"By the way, the reason I called you was because Lu Zheng'an from Handong had someone contact me. He knows about our relationship and asked me to get in touch with you to see if I could stop the Zhong family's son-in-law from coming to Handong, and also to give Lu Zheng'an's daughter, Lu Yike, a push."

Chen Luo remained silent for a moment after hearing this.

“Senior, I’m afraid I can’t do it. I’ve already spoken with Secretary Sha Ruijin about this. The current director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau, Lü Liang, is an alumnus of our Peking University. Secretary Sha Ruijin has agreed to transfer Lü Liang to the position of Secretary of the Jingzhou Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection.”

Upon hearing Chen Luo's words, Minister Xu pondered for a moment before smiling and saying, "It's alright. Since you've already reached a consensus with Secretary Sha Ruijin, then we'll leave it at that. However, it would be beneficial for you to help Lu Zheng'an with his connections."

Upon hearing this, Chen Luo instantly understood its deeper meaning.

“Senior, it’s not impossible for Lu Yike to accept other positions. I’m about to retire as the director of the Supervision Office under the Political and Legal Affairs Commission. I can retire early and let Lu Yike, this young man, take charge of the work.”

Minister Xu's eyes lit up upon hearing this!

"Oh? What a coincidence? Let me ask first. If the Lu family agrees, they will contact you."

After hanging up the phone, Chen Luo's expression was quite interesting; this whole scene seemed to have taken an unexpected turn.

However, what Chen Luo just said is actually true; the director of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission's Direct Supervision Office is only one year away from retirement.

Although he usually followed Chen Luo's instructions, Chen Luo was not satisfied with the perfunctory attitude of someone who was about to retire. He just didn't have a suitable replacement. Now, if Lu Yike was willing to come, Chen Luo would really be willing to let her come!

It's perfect to have her represent the Political and Legal Affairs Commission to supervise the public security, procuratorate, and courts, and even go down to the grassroots level to uphold judicial fairness and justice. She has a powerful background, isn't afraid of offending people, and is an unmarried, strong woman. She's simply a chosen one!

Chen Luo had only waited for about ten minutes when a call came in from an unknown number.

"Hello, this is Chen Luo."

"Secretary Chen, this is Lu Zheng'an."

"Oh, it's Commander Lu!"

"Secretary Chen, my old company commander just called me. You said there's still a vacancy for the director of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission's Supervision Office? Do you think my family might not be up to the task?"

Chen Luo immediately understood that Lu Zheng'an was willing.

The reply was direct: "Comrade Lu Yike has good work ability and discipline, and I think she is very suitable!"

Hearing Chen Luo say it was suitable, Lu Zheng'an finally relaxed a little. Although he couldn't become the director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau, becoming the director of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission's Supervision Office was no worse than becoming the director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau, and he wouldn't have to offend people anymore.

Lu Zheng'an was very satisfied!

Chapter 46 The Vacancy of the Director of the Inspection Office

"Secretary Chen, thank you for recognizing our family's talent. Our family will definitely come to express our gratitude in a few days!"

Lu Zheng'an was truly grateful to Chen Luo, who not only helped his daughter leave the job that offended people but also saved face for the Lu family. This was a great favor.

"Commander Lu, there's no need for you to come and express your gratitude."

I recommended Comrade Lu Yike as the director of the Inspection Office because of his firm Party principles and strong work ability.

I think this is also why Commander Lu recommends talented individuals without regard to personal relationships.

Lu Zheng'an was stunned by those few words; the nature of the matter was completely different just by changing the wording.

Lu Zheng'an muttered to himself, but being a man of principle, he replied, "Secretary Chen is right. Our Party members and cadres should be selected based on merit."

Please rest assured, Secretary Chen, I will instruct Yike to cooperate well with your work.

"Okay, Commander Lu, let's stop here for now. I still have some work to take care of."

Goodbye, Secretary Chen!

After hanging up the phone, Chen Luo slowly leaned back on the sofa, his eyes slightly closed, his fingertips tapping lightly on the table, his expression appearing very calm.

Meanwhile, at the Lu family's residence.

When Lu Zheng'an told his lover, Judge Wu, about the results, Judge Wu was also very happy and hurriedly sat down next to Lu Yike.

"That's good news! Although you won't be promoted to bureau chief this time, Secretary Chen said that the position of director of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission's Supervision Office is very suitable for you. It's no worse than being the director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau!"

Upon hearing this, Lu Yike slowly raised her head and finally reacted to her mother's seemingly unfaithful tone and expression.

"Mom? Really?"

"Oh, you silly girl, how could this be fake? Your dad personally called Secretary Chen and said that you have firm party principles, strong work ability, and are very suitable to preside over the work of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission's Supervision Office."

What's wrong? You don't seem too happy. Are you reluctant to leave the Anti-Corruption Bureau, or are you waiting for Chen Hai?

Seeing that her own mother had directly exposed the truth, Lu Yike stopped pretending and confronted her mother, sitting up straight and looking directly at her mother, saying, "Mom, you know I like Chen Hai, so why did you still introduce me to blind dates? Do you really look down on Chen Hai that much?"

Upon hearing this, Judge Wu's smile faded, and he said seriously, "That's fine too. I don't look down on Chen Hai."

But Chen Hai has been married before, and you are still young. If Chen Hai didn't have a son, your father and I wouldn't have stopped you.

But Chen Hai already has a son. If you stay with him, there will be a lot of trouble in the future. Being a stepmother is not easy!

Furthermore, you and Chen Hai both work within the political and legal system. You're a strong-willed person. Tell me, should our family's political resources go to you or to Chen Hai?

Lu Yike was left speechless by Judge Wu's questioning.

"Sigh, it's alright. A family like ours is destined not to let you choose freely. Your father chose me, which is why he argued with your grandfather and came to Handong from the capital."

When people are young, they always think that love can overcome all difficulties, but when they get old, they realize that love is simply a matter of the other person's character. A person of good character will last, while a person of poor character will have their feelings worn away in a year or two.

Lu Yike remained silent.

“There’s another reason why we disagree with you and Chen Hai. Don’t be fooled by how warm and welcoming Chen Hai’s father and his wife are to you now. If you really go with Chen Hai, you’ll see how stubborn they are. Didn’t Chen Hai’s ex-wife leave him because she couldn’t stand their constant criticism?”

Knowing it's a pit of fire, would I let you jump in?

"I understand, Mom..."

Lu Yike's feelings were complicated at this moment. She was happy about her upcoming promotion, but also shocked by her mother's words.

"Well, think it over carefully. You can only choose one to focus on, love or career. Once you've figured it out, you won't be so conflicted."

Judge Wu left, leaving Lu Yike alone in the living room in silence for a long time.

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As it was almost time to leave work, Chen Luo called Director Ma from the Supervision Office to his office. Ma Shan was fifty-nine years old and had about a year left before his official retirement.

"Secretary Chen!"

Standing opposite Chen Luo, Ma Shan felt immense pressure looking at the calm-looking Chen Luo.

Chen Luo didn't speak, but placed the documents in his hand on the table before saying, "Comrade Ma Shan, please sit down."

After receiving permission, Ma Shan carefully sat down.

"Comrade Ma Shan is fifty-nine, isn't he?"

As Chen Luo asked the question, Ma Shan quickly responded.

"Yes, Secretary Chen, he's fifty-nine."

“Recently, some cadres in our political and legal system are nearing retirement age. They all have one thing in common: feeling that they are about to retire, they often choose to complete the tasks assigned by their superiors perfunctorily. Comrade Ma Shan, what do you think?”