While Mr. Ji Yang was managing the situation here, inside the office of the municipal party committee, Secretary Tian Jiacai looked over the materials on his desk and then at Chu Zhendong, who sat respectfully opposite him, his face full of surprise.
Tian Jiacai could hardly believe that such a place actually existed right under his very nose, and it was the very county that had just been cracked down on.
"Secretary Tian, all of this is true. Secretary Ji infiltrated the insides of Kuzhu Town and it was not easy to uncover these things. Since it involves many leading cadres, even at the provincial and municipal levels, we were worried about startling the snakes in the grass, so I am here to report to you," explained Chu Zhendong.
"You’ve arrested Huang Song and the others?"
"Under Secretary Ji’s orders, we conducted covert arrests based on this evidence, fearing that they would join forces and cause a major upheaval. Now Secretary Ji remains in Kuzhu Town, and the cadres and masses there are still unaware of these developments," Chu stated.
Tian Jiacai was also shocked by Ji Yang’s boldness; he had not expected Ji Yang to have such courage.
They all thought someone like Ji Yang would be afraid of dying, being in such an environment where life-threatening dangers could arise at any time. But Ji Yang had indeed dared to go there and had even caused such a stir.
Tian Jiacai began to admire Ji Yang.
"Wait outside for a moment."
Watching Chu Zhendong leave, Tian Jiacai started making calls to the provincial authorities.
He knew this was beyond his capability to handle alone; he had to report to the provincial level.
Indeed, upon hearing Tian Jiacai’s report, the provincial party committee leadership was also taken aback, having not expected such an incident to occur.
Now that the incident had happened, it was fortunate that it was discovered by government personnel, signifying an internal review. This not only showed their determination to fight corruption, if handled well, it wouldn’t be a bad thing, but it could even turn out to be something positive.
Soon, a team composed of special police forces, led by the deputy secretary of the provincial discipline inspection commission, set off towards Quyang City.
In Quyang City, another team of special police was already waiting, and after meeting up with the incoming team, they promptly headed for Chunshui County.
This time, they didn’t even contact the local leaders and directly rushed to Kuzhu Town.
Chu Zhendong naturally led the way, swiftly arriving at that valley location.
The provincial discipline inspection personnel immediately brought Huang Song and others for interrogation.
One by one, pieces of evidence, and the materials gathered from this location widened the eyes of the inspectors.
As the interrogation proceeded, and as they confirmed the evidence obtained, the deputy secretary of the provincial discipline inspection commission was shocked as well.
"Secretary, we can confirm that there are major issues here," rapidly reported the deputy secretary to his superiors.
"It has been confirmed."
"Then enter Kuzhu Town and thoroughly investigate it top to bottom!" The leadership of the provincial committee was truly angered, having no idea that such a place actually existed.
In order to prevent chaos from arising here, Ji Yang, following Liu Qiushui’s list, quickly designated a few people to oversee the work.
Of course, he couldn’t work exclusively from Liu Qiushui’s list; the Huang Sisters had secretly provided him with some names as well.
Just as Ji Yang was stabilizing the situation here, Deputy Secretary Wei Daguo of the provincial discipline inspection commission had already arrived with his team.
"Good to see you, Secretary Wei."
"Comrade Ji Yang, you’ve worked hard!" Shaking Ji Yang’s hand firmly, Wei Daguo also admired Ji Yang. A county party secretary had come here for an investigation, noticed the issue immediately, and then took action. Ji Yang truly exhibited considerable boldness.
"It’s no trouble, it’s what should be done," replied Ji Yang.
Wei Daguo nodded vigorously and said, "Have your people cooperate with ours. There are some individuals who must be arrested immediately."
Ji Yang said, "Secretary Wei, a few comrades have been a great help in this matter..." Ji Yang relayed Liu Qiushui and the Huang Sisters’ involvement to Wei Daguo, mentioning how they provided evidence and materials.
Ji Yang handed some items to Wei Daguo, "These are things the Huang Sisters secretly obtained."
"Very well, they have made significant contributions in this matter. If there aren’t any major issues, they will be rewarded." ɴᴇᴡ ɴᴏᴠᴇʟ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀs ᴀʀᴇ ᴘᴜʙʟɪsʜᴇᴅ ᴏɴ novel~fire~net
Ji Yang knew such matters needed to be looked into, but regardless, having made such significant contributions was good for them.
With Wei Daguo and his team off to attend to matters, Chu Zhendong approached Ji Yang.
Grasping Chu Zhendong’s hand, Ji Yang said, "You’ve done well."
"I just ran some errands, that’s all."
Ji Yang smiled slightly, appreciating that Chu was a good man and now considered him one of his confidants.
"Have your people come here and start organizing the political and legal departments for me. Use people from outside; I really want to see if any of the Huang Family dares to cause trouble."
Having arrested the leading figures, Ji Yang truly wondered what the attitude of the Huang Family, as well as the Fan Family and those other clans, would be.
"I’ll arrange it right away."
Chu Zhendong left to get things done, and it was only then that Ji Yang started making calls to the county offices. Much of the detailed work still needed to be done by various departments in the county, and now it was time to inform everyone.
It was only at this moment that Ji Yang’s heart began to relax. Reflecting on it, he still quite frightened by what might have happened; if there had been any slip-up, it’s hard to imagine how chaotic it could have become.