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

Take Hai Zi's case for example. He's been suspended from his post for almost a month, and there's still no specific date for his reinstatement.

Just when I heard that the current director, Lü Liang, was going to be transferred, the Supreme People's Procuratorate parachuted in Hou Liangping.

This afternoon I called Sha Ruijin, asking him, Chen Hai's older brother, to put in a good word for me, but...

Gao Yuliang listened without interrupting; he had patience, and he also had the ability to weigh the pros and cons.

"Old Chen, isn't it a waste of time to ask Secretary Sha to reinstate Chen Hai?"

Gao Yuliang smiled faintly and continued, "Comrade Lü Liang was transferred after discussions between Secretary Sha Ruijin and Secretary Chen Luo."

Hou Liangping from Beijing was someone Secretary Sha personally requested from the Supreme People's Procuratorate. Old Chen, do you think Secretary Sha will agree to your request?

Gao Yuliang's casual remark deepened Chen Yanshi's hatred for Sha Ruijin. No wonder the other party was so resolute in refusing; it turned out that Sha Ruijin himself had asked Hou Liangping to come.

"Hmph! What a heartless ingrate!"

Sigh, back then I scrimped and saved to send money to Sha Ruijin for his studies, and now that he's the provincial party secretary, he doesn't care about the past. You, Yu Liang, are so much better! Regardless of whether you can actually get it done, your attitude towards us retired cadres is a hundred times better than Sha Ruijin's!

Gao Yuliang didn't care about Chen Yanshi's praise.

"Old Chen, I can guess why you're here without you saying it. It's no use. Even if I, the deputy secretary, strongly support Chen Hai, if Secretary Sha disagrees, the position of anti-corruption bureau chief can only go to Hou Liangping."

At this point, Gao Yuliang sighed, as if he were truly saddened by the decline of his power.

Seeing this, Chen Yanshi's words caught in his throat. He knew Gao Yuliang was telling the truth, but...

“Sigh, Yuliang, I understand your difficulties.”

I didn't come here to make things difficult for you. Since Sha Ruijin wants Hou Liangping to be the director of the anti-corruption bureau, then let him be.

All I want is for Hai Zi to get back to work, whatever it is, it's better than him staying at home, isn't it?

Gao Yuliang breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this.

That way, he could still help, since Chen Hai was also his student.

"Mr. Chen, I will keep this in mind."

The Standing Committee meeting is in a few days, and I'll make a suggestion then. As for whether it will be adopted, I can't guarantee it.

“Hey, Yuliang, it’s good that you have the intention. Whether it succeeds or not is not something you can control. Just like you said, Sha Ruijin is in charge of Handong now.”

After chatting for a few more minutes, Chen Yanshi left.

After Chen Yanshi left, Wu Huifang came downstairs and looked at the tightly closed door with a sigh: "Yuliang, Chen Yanshi is still the same as ever. He always thinks the whole world should revolve around him. You should stop messing around with Chen Hai's matter and let Chen Yanshi jump around on his own!"

Upon hearing this, Gao Yuliang shook his head.

"Everyone says that Chen Yanshi is one of Sha Ruijin's adoptive fathers. Whether or not to help Chen Hai is secondary; it's fine to let Chen Yanshi disgust Sha Ruijin."

Upon hearing this, Wu Huifang laughed, and Gao Yuliang finally let down his guard and laughed heartily.

Three days passed in the blink of an eye.

After the Standing Committee meeting was held, the members of the Standing Committee came to the Provincial Party Committee conference room after arranging matters for their respective units.

The meeting officially began at 9:40 a.m.

Sha Ruijin sat in the head seat and started the discussion.

"Comrades, our work in Handong has been progressing smoothly overall during this period. However, while the progress of anti-corruption work has been steady, it has lacked the boldness to take decisive action against corruption. Therefore, I have requested a courageous and capable anti-corruption officer from the Anti-Corruption Bureau of the Supreme People's Procuratorate."

This young man's name is Hou Liangping. As you all have seen, the Supreme People's Procuratorate has issued an instruction appointing Comrade Hou Liangping as the head of the Anti-Corruption Bureau in Handong. I believe this will bring about a qualitative change in Handong's anti-corruption work.

When it comes to acting skills, none of the people here are bad.

"Secretary Sha, let me mention this."

Chen Luo picked up the conversation, while Sha Ruijin pretended to be unaware and replied, "Yes, Comrade Chen Luo, please speak."

"Secretary Sha, we in Handong are willing to cooperate with the Supreme People's Procuratorate's instructions. However, the current director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau, Comrade Lü Liang, has only been in office for a short time. Although he is not as daring and adventurous as Secretary Sha said, he is steady and disciplined."

"By transferring such a good comrade, shouldn't our provincial party committee consider Comrade Lü Liang's feelings? Shouldn't we make proper arrangements? We can't let our comrades below feel disheartened and lose their enthusiasm!"

Sha Ruijin pondered for a moment and then nodded.

"Yes, Comrade Chen Luo makes a good point."

I know this Comrade Lü Liang. He has been the deputy director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau of the Handong Procuratorate for nine years. Like Yi Xuexi, he is a cadre who has not been promoted for a long time.

Our provincial party committee should pay even more attention to comrades like this!

I just don't know if there's a suitable location to properly house it.

When Sha Ruijin finished speaking, his gaze clearly lingered on Tian Guofu, the meaning of which was obvious: it's your turn.

"Ahem, Secretary Sha, if we're talking about suitable positions, our Discipline Inspection Commission does have one that would be perfect for Comrade Lü Liang!"

"Oh? Comrade Guofu, please continue."

"Okay, Secretary Sha."

The position of Secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission in Jingzhou is currently vacant. Comrade Lü Liang is highly disciplined and also able to consider the overall situation. I think it would be very suitable for Comrade Lü Liang to serve as the Secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission in Jingzhou!

No sooner had Tian Guofu finished speaking than Li Dakang chimed in.

"Secretary Guofu's suggestion is excellent!"

Our former Discipline Inspection Commission Secretary Zhang Shuli was a typical example of someone who disregarded the overall situation, lacked discipline, turned a blind eye to Ding Yizhen's problems, and even covered them up. He also exploited businessmen investing in Jingzhou in various ways, causing great damage to Jingzhou's economic development. If Comrade Lü Liang could come to Jingzhou, I would welcome him with open arms!

The group worked in unison, and everyone present was shrewd enough to see through it.

Didn't you see that Governor Liu always had a mocking smile on his lips, and Gao Yuliang was also smiling faintly?

"Well, everyone has heard the opinions of Comrade Guofu and Comrade Dakang. Since everyone thinks that Comrade Lüliang is suitable to serve as the secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission in Jingzhou, let's start the vote."

With a swift movement, Chen Luo, Li Dakang, and Tian Guofu were the first to raise their hands in agreement. Soon after, Governor Liu raised his hand, followed by the Executive Vice Governor and the Standing Committee Vice Governor.

Soon, the propaganda minister and the organization minister raised their hands in agreement.

Seeing this, the remaining Gao Yuliang and the others raised their hands in agreement.

"Okay, unanimously approved. Now let's discuss the Supreme People's Procuratorate's opinion."

Chapter 49: Exchange of Positions, Chen Hai Reinstated

The matter in Lüliang was relatively easy to pass, but the situation with Hou Liangping was less certain.

Sure enough, Lu Zheng'an was the first to use sarcasm.

"Normally, our provincial military region does not comment on personnel arrangements, but I happen to have heard of Hou Liangping, whom Secretary Sha mentioned."

Comrade Hou Liangping served as the director of the Investigation Department of the Anti-Corruption Bureau of the Supreme People's Procuratorate in Beijing. Our Director Hou was extremely unscrupulous in Beijing because he had married a good wife and had a father-in-law to back him up!

His handling of cases often disregards organizational procedures, acting recklessly and causing extremely negative consequences. Secretary Sha's idea of ​​sending such a comrade to Handong as a spearhead in the fight against corruption is, in my opinion, ill-considered.

Lu Zheng'an's speech was nothing short of earth-shattering.

Lu Zheng'an rarely said a word at any of the ten Standing Committee meetings, unless it involved military decisions. But this time, Lu Zheng'an unusually targeted Hou Liangping. Those who knew the inside story thought it was normal, after all, Lu Zheng'an also had his pride.

Those unaware of the inside story, such as Sha Ruijin and Tian Guofu, were completely dumbfounded.

Is it permissible for military representatives to offer opinions on personnel proposals? Theoretically, yes, but military representatives generally remain silent.

For a moment, Sha Ruijin didn't know what to say.

Someone started a group, and it was the military that started it. Li Dakang, who had been hesitant, stepped forward.

“I know some of what Commander Lu is talking about.”

Our anti-corruption work in Handong needs a sharp, daring blade, but that doesn't mean this blade can be disorganized and undisciplined. From a stability perspective, the disadvantages outweigh the advantages!

Chen Luo ignored him. He and Sha Ruijin had already made an exchange, so whether Hou Liangping came or not was none of his business.

"Yes, thank you for the reminder, Commander Lu. What Comrade Dakang said makes sense."

However, we need to consider the Supreme People's Procuratorate's opinion. Similarly, while Comrade Hou Liangping's consistent style may be somewhat unconventional, it doesn't mean that coming to Handong will be the same as coming to the capital.

I believe in the Supreme People's Procuratorate's vision. It's a double-edged sword, and if used properly, the results will be amazing. We in Handong are confident that we can keep Comrade Hou Liangping within the rules.

Let's begin the vote!

As Sha Ruijin raised his hand, Tian Guofu, the Secretary-General, and the Organization Minister followed suit. Chen Luo thought for a moment and then raised his hand as well. Soon, the three from the provincial government also raised their hands in support, and the rest followed suit.

Seeing that the situation was hopeless, even Li Dakang finally raised his hand in agreement.

Lu Zheng'an was the only one who didn't raise his hand.

Because of his status as a representative of the military region, it was fine for Lu Zheng'an to offer a few words of advice or vent his frustrations.

But if he were to raise his hand to veto it, Lu Zheng'an wouldn't be stupid; that would truly be interfering with local decision-making.

"Okay, twelve votes in favor."

Despite some setbacks, the result did not disappoint Sha Ruijin.

Just then, Chen Luo spoke up.

"Secretary Sha, Governor Liu, since everyone has discussed personnel issues, our Political and Legal Affairs Commission also has a personnel issue that we can discuss together."

"Yes, Comrade Chen Luo, please go ahead."

Both Sha Ruijin and Governor Liu gestured for Chen Luo to speak frankly.

"Okay, our Political and Legal Affairs Commission's Supervision Office Director just submitted his application to retire a year early three days ago."

The older comrades are no longer physically and mentally capable, so as the secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission, I naturally cannot force them to stay.

The importance of the director of the inspection office cannot be overseen by a comrade who is both disciplined and capable.

Coincidentally, I recently found a suitable candidate.

After a brief pause, Chen Luo continued, "Comrade Lu Yike, the current deputy director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau of the Procuratorate, is very suitable!"

Comrade Lu Yike is young and energetic, disciplined and proficient in organizational procedures, and has experience in positions like the Anti-Corruption Bureau. She is not afraid of offending people, and her appointment to head the Supervision Office will better enable her to oversee the fairness and impartiality of law enforcement, judicial processes, and trials across the country.

Upon hearing Chen Luo's words, Lu Zheng'an, who had been serious, was the first to break into a smile.

Sha Ruijin was unaware of the relationship between Lu Yike and Lu Zheng'an. He wouldn't object to Chen Luo's personnel proposal, since Chen Luo's argument was reasonable and well-founded.

Those who understood the intricacies of the situation exchanged subtle glances. Without a word, Chen Luo, the newly appointed Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission, had firmly established himself among the provincial party committee members!

"Comrade Chen Luo, you are the Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission. Our Provincial Party Committee respects your opinion on the selection of the Director of the Supervision Office of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission. Since you think highly of Comrade Lu Yike, let's vote on it."

Swish, swish, swish, it only took a few seconds.