Hearing this, Tian Chunqiu was relieved. He nodded and pointed to the sofa. "Have a seat first."
Liu Kecheng's legs were numb because he had been standing for a long time. He took two steps forward and fell down. Tian Chunqiu got up and helped him to sit on the sofa. Tian Chunqiu said, "Kecheng, since the people have complained to the Municipal Party Committee, I can't just sit back and do nothing. Since you are innocent, why should I be afraid? Right? When you go back, you have to hurry up and implement your project. I will be there personally to cheer you on, okay? "
Liu Kecheng felt guilty, but he still nodded and said gratefully, "Thank you for your guidance, Secretary Tian. I will work hard."
Tian Chunqiu's unhappiness was swept away, and a relaxed smile appeared on his face.
At this time, someone knocked on the door. Tian Chunqiu adjusted his sitting posture and said, "Come in."
The person who knocked on the door was the secretary general of the Municipal Party Committee, Li Qinkui. He came in and looked at Liu Kecheng with contempt. He walked to Tian Chunqiu and whispered a few words in his ear.
Liu Kecheng saw that Tian Chunqiu's expression changed from cloudy to gloomy. When Tian Chunqiu's eyes swept over him, his heart was in his throat again. He didn't know what happened.
Tian Chunqiu suddenly got up and walked to the window to look downstairs. He was so angry that he pushed a pot of flowers on the windowsill to the ground. He then turned around and stared at Liu Kecheng.
Liu Kecheng panicked and hurriedly stood up and looked out of the window. When he saw the scene downstairs, he was so angry that he almost vomited blood.
He saw Dongwa Village's Li Haidong was also holding a banner in front of the Municipal Party Committee. The banner said, "Please release Lu Yiwei!" There was also a banner that said, "If an official doesn't make decisions for the people, it's better to go home and be a chef."
Tian Chunqiu pointed downstairs with a trembling finger and asked, "Liu Kecheng, is this your Nanyang County again?"
Liu Kecheng lowered his head in shame, his intestines turning green with regret.
"Get out!" Tian Chunqiu's facial expression changed drastically. He waved his sleeves and ordered them to leave.
Liu Kecheng pulled Tian Chunqiu's arm and begged, "Secretary Tian, please listen to me …"
"Get out! Did you hear me? "Tian Chunqiu broke free from Liu Kecheng, widened his eyes and said coldly.
Li Qinkui, who was at the side, also opened his mouth and said with disgust, "Secretary Tian asked you to go out, so go out. Don't make Secretary Tian angry. You should leave first."
Liu Kecheng didn't know how he walked out of the building of the Municipal Party Committee. This time, he lost, completely lost. When he got on the car and walked out of the courtyard of the Municipal Party Committee, he could still see Li Haidong standing there, hysterically arguing with the cadres of the Municipal Letters and Calls Bureau. Liu Kecheng slowly closed the curtains, leaned on the seat, and closed his eyes. He said to the driver weakly, "Let's go."
Seeing Liu Kecheng like this, the driver asked anxiously, "Secretary Liu, where are we going?"
"Back to Nanyang County."
Liu Kecheng never thought that things would turn out this way. He had really shot himself in the foot. A single mistake could cause everlasting regret.
Back in Nanyang County, Liao Minyuan was already standing at the door waiting for him. Liu Kecheng entered the door and asked, "Where is Lu Yiwei locked up?"
Liao Minyuan said, "The cannery's Shuanggui building."
"Arrange it. I want to see him in person." Liu Kecheng threw the bag in his hand on the table and said firmly.
Liao Minyuan didn't know what Liu Kecheng was planning. He said, "Secretary Liu, I've investigated Lu Yiwei's real estate. It's actually related to Ma Zhiming. What do you think …"
Liu Kecheng ignored Liao Minyuan and said, "Old Liao, we don't need to investigate this for the time being. You can withdraw the two investigation teams."
Liao Minyuan was surprised and asked, "Secretary Liu, we're only halfway through the investigation. Are we going to stop just like that?"
Liu Kecheng waved his hand weakly and said, "Just do as I say. Later, bring Lu Yiwei to my office. You go first. I'll take a rest."
Liao Minyuan looked at Liu Kecheng, who was lying there like a frosted eggplant. He didn't say anything and closed the door and left.
Liao Minyuan drove to the cannery and entered the Shuanggui building. He covered his nose and went upstairs. When Yang Guotao saw Liao Minyuan, he wagged his tail like a dog seeing its owner. He quickly opened the iron gate and said with a smile, "Secretary Liao, you're here."
Liao Minyuan frowned and waved his hand. "Where's Lu Yiwei?"
Yang Guotao pointed to a room. "He's sleeping inside. I'll go and call him."
"Lu Yiwei, Lu Yiwei, wake up. Secretary Liao is here." Yang Guotao entered the room and pushed Lu Yiwei, who was sleeping soundly. Lu Yiwei opened his eyes and stretched. He glanced at Liao Minyuan before turning to his side and continuing to sleep.
"Hey! You still don't know how to appreciate favors? "Yang Guotao said." Lu Yiwei, can't you see Secretary Liao standing at the door? "
Lu Yiwei didn't move and continued to sleep.
Yang Guotao was about to get angry when Liao Minyuan stopped him. "You go out first and guard the door. Don't go near the room. Do you understand?"
Yang Guotao left angrily and obediently stood at the door.
There were no chairs in the room, so Liao Minyuan had to stand on the floor. He thought for a long time before saying, "Yiwei, I know this is unfair to you. But as a person of society, you can't control other people's thoughts. Are you willing to talk to me?"
Lu Yiwei still didn't respond.
Liao Minyuan took out a cigarette and threw it to Lu Yiwei. "I know you're awake. The investigation results are out. You're very popular. I can't believe everyone in Dongwa Village is saying good things about you. That's not easy. Also, Niu Fuyong and Li Haidong seem to have discussed it. They'll go to the Municipal Party Committee early this morning to protest and demand your release. Are you happy to hear this? "
Hearing these two idiots put on such a show, Lu Yiwei sat up and said, "Really?"
Liao Minyuan threw the lighter to Lu Yiwei and said, "That's right. Now that things have come to this, there's no point in continuing the investigation. You're free now. Go home and wash up. Secretary Liu wants to see you."
Lu Yiwei sneered and said, "I spent the night here for no reason? Not going to give me an explanation? "
Liao Minyuan said apologetically, "I'm just carrying out orders. I don't care about anything else. Maybe Secretary Liu will give you a reasonable explanation later."
Lu Yiwei shook his head and said, "Secretary Liao, do you think this answer of yours can heal my wounds?"
Liao Minyuan flicked the cigarette ash and said, "Yiwei, tell the truth. Is the orchard in Dongwa Village really like what the people say? Is it really managed by Li Haidong and not you? This kind of thing is fine outside, but in reality, everyone knows it. It's just that you don't want to expose it. Now that things have come to this, you don't have to be so stubborn to get an explanation. Instead, stand up again and go for your dreams. No one's life can be smooth sailing. I believe that after this incident, you will become more mature and more determined. I, Liao Minyuan, support you. "
Liao Minyuan's words made his attitude clear. It could also be considered as an indirect support for Lu Yiwei. Lu Yiwei got out of bed and lit a cigarette. He returned the lighter to Liao Minyuan and said, "Some things are just as you said. Only you and I know."
Liao Minyuan was a smart person. He immediately knew what Lu Yiwei was talking about. He nodded and said, "I hope you can keep this a secret."
After coming out of the Shuanggui Building, Lu Yiwei did not go home. Instead, he went to Niu Fuyong's place. After washing up, he took out the tape and prepared to meet Liu Kecheng.
When Liu Kecheng saw Lu Yiwei again, he was not as angry as before. He said gently, "Have a seat."
Lu Yiwei did not stand on ceremony. He sat down on the sofa and was ready to deal with Liu Kecheng.
Liu Kecheng uncharacteristically gave Lu Yiwei a cigarette and asked the new secretary to pour him a cup of tea. After everything was ready, Liu Kecheng said, "Lu Yiwei, so many years have passed. Do you hate me?"
Lu Yiwei said without hesitation, "Do you want me to tell the truth or a lie?"
"The truth, of course!"
Lu Yiwei said, "The truth is that I hate you."
Liu Kecheng nodded his head. "I don't blame you for hating me. It's normal. I was the one who suppressed you for five to six years. But I have a piece of good news for you today. From tomorrow onwards, you will be working in the government office."
Lu Yiwei thought that he had misheard and asked, "Secretary Liu, what do you mean by that?"
"Nothing." Liu Kecheng said, "I promised County Zhang that as long as you are innocent, I will let you work in the government office. As for your position, you can be the Deputy Chief for now. When there's an opportunity, you can go up another rank, alright?"
"You've proven my innocence so quickly?" Lu Yiwei felt a little wronged, his voice trembling.
Looking at Lu Yiwei, Liu Kecheng said, "Actually, I have always thought that you're a good comrade. It's me who is too narrow-minded, and I can't accept you. But after this matter, I will reflect on my actions. If you feel that this is not enough, then I will apologize to you in the County's County Meeting, alright? "
Lu Yiwei couldn't believe his ears. These words came out from Liu Kecheng's mouth. How long has it been? Liu Kecheng's face was still ferocious yesterday, and he even slammed the table, saying that his character was bad. But today, his expression has changed, and he's like an elder talking to him.
Lu Yiwei said, "Secretary Liu, you're the County party committee's Secretary, and as your subordinate, I can only listen to your orders. Back then, you asked me to go to Beihe Town, and I went without any hesitation. Today, the organization needs me, and I can still come back. But what I don't understand is, Secretary Liu, is this what you really think?"
Liu Kecheng smiled and said, "Is it important whether it's what I really think or not? Just like what I asked you when you first came in, you still hate me in your heart. No matter what I do, you think that what I do is fake. So, you don't need to know. Just do your job well. Do you have any more questions? "
Lu Yiwei said, "Is this a way to clear my name?"
"Yes, and no. It depends on how you interpret it," Liu Kecheng said with his hands crossed.
"Well, let me ask you one last question," Lu Yiwei said.
Liu Kecheng hurriedly stopped him and said, "If you want to ask me about Chu Yunchi, I can only embarrassedly say that I have no comment."
Lu Yiwei said, "Not this matter. Is Zhang Lefei's death related to you?"
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