Along the way, Chen Xing and Shao Huadong were silent. After entering the city, Shao Huadong asked to get off the car. He wanted to go to the hospital to visit the injured. Chen Xing did not stop him. Shao Huadong went to the hospital to visit the injured passengers on behalf of the city.
By the time Lu Ming returned to the office, it was already close to six o 'clock. Lu Ming arrived at Chen Xing's office at this time. From morning till night, Lu Ming had been so busy that his feet barely touched the ground. At the detention center, Lu Ming stayed until almost noon before leaving. Lu Ming was personally present to oversee the internal inspection of the detention center. The police officer who delivered breakfast to Zhang Qingyang in the morning was also questioned separately. Undoubtedly, no abnormalities were detected at the scene.
Lu Ming was supposed to go to Chen Xing's office in the afternoon. Because the investigation team of the Ministry was going to hand over the case to the Provincial Department, Lu Ming met with Chang Shengjun, the head of the investigation team of the Ministry. Some investigations that the Municipal Bureau assisted in also needed to be explained to the Provincial Department, so Lu Ming could not come in time. It was not until the evening that the busy day was finally free. In Chen Xing's office, Lu Ming reported the details of Zhang Qingyang's suicide in person. Although he had mentioned a lot on the phone in the morning, he still repeated it.
In the morning, a temporary meeting was held in the detention center. Director Liu also came over. He said that the Department of Guan attached great importance to Zhang Qingyang's suicide in the detention center and asked the Municipal Bureau to investigate it seriously. Lu Ming and Chen Xing talked about the meeting in the morning. The Director Liu he mentioned was Liu Jinkang, the executive deputy director of the Provincial Department.
"Investigate it. I hope we can find out the truth." Chen Xing frowned. He naturally hoped that this matter would be investigated carefully. Looking up at Lu Ming, Chen Xing asked again, "About the so-called letter of blood, how did you discuss it in the internal meeting?"
Director Liu stated at the meeting that everything should be based on solid evidence and should not be confused by some seemingly true and cruel appearances. At the same time, he issued a gag order to prohibit people from spreading this matter. Lu Ming laughed. This must be the intention of the Department of Guan, and Director Liu was just a messenger.
Maybe. Chen Xing nodded and then fell silent. It was expected that Guan Jinhui would side with him. Lu Ming's guess was not baseless.
It seemed like he had to find some time to visit Guan Jinhui. Chen Xing murmured to himself. No matter what, it was not a bad thing for him to spend more time with Guan Jinhui. After all, Guan Jinhui was the deputy governor of the province. Although he was only in charge of the public security system, he had a certain say in the province and could be of some help to Chen Xing.
After the two of them sat for a while, their stomachs began to rumble with hunger. Chen Xing smiled at Lu Ming and said, "Let's go, it's dinner time. Let's go eat together tonight. You've come to Nanzhou, but I haven't officially treated you to a meal yet.
Since the mayor is treating me to a meal, I'll gladly accept. Lu Ming laughed and said.
…
In the blink of an eye, it was the end of December. As New Year's Day approached, the atmosphere of the New Year gradually became stronger. This year's Lunar New Year was in the middle of January, ten days after New Year's Day. After the three days of New Year's Day, walking on the streets and alleys of Nanzhou, one could feel the festive atmosphere of the New Year in advance.
The Municipal Government's new year leader duty schedule had already been arranged. Xiao Yuanqing, the new office director, came to Chen Xing's office with the duty schedule. Although the office was in charge of arranging the duty schedule, it was still necessary to get Chen Xing's approval.
Why wasn't I included? Chen Xing skimmed through it and found that his name was not there. He couldn't help but look up at Xiao Yuanqing.
Mayor, your home is in another city. It's rare to have such an opportunity to go home and reunite with your family. I was thinking of you …
There's no need. As the mayor, I don't need special treatment. Count me in as one of the leaders on duty. You can take it back and arrange it. Chen Xing waved his hand and interrupted Xiao Yuanqing.
Okay, then I'll take it back and arrange it again. Xiao Yuanqing hurriedly nodded and secretly felt nervous. Originally, he wanted to flatter Chen Xing, but he almost shot himself in the foot. Fortunately, Chen Xing didn't show any dissatisfaction. After hesitating for a moment, Xiao Yuanqing thought that the leader didn't want to be special treatment, but he certainly couldn't arrange it on the first and second days of the Chinese New Year. No one would like to be on duty on those days. Thinking so, he carefully asked, "Mayor, how about you arrange it on the fourth day of the Chinese New Year?
You just have to arrange it. " Chen Xing glanced at Xiao Yuanqing. How could he not see through Xiao Yuanqing's mind? Xiao Yuanqing also wanted to flatter Chen Xing on such a small matter, which made Chen Xing feel slightly helpless. However, this was the system. The people under him always had to rack their brains and find various opportunities to cater to the wishes of the higher-ups. Xiao Yuanqing was a person that Chen Xing thought highly of, but in front of Chen Xing, Xiao Yuanqing was inevitably the same as others.
Seeing that Chen Xing didn't object, Xiao Yuanqing knew that what he said later was catered to Chen Xing's wishes. His face was also filled with joy, and he took the duty schedule and went out again.
The duty schedule was just a small interlude. Mayor Chen Xing once again threw himself into his busy work. The closer it was to the end of the year, the more things there were to do in the city. Recently, he only left the office after eight or nine o 'clock every day.
The arrival of Lu Ming made Chen Xing stop. Zhang Qingyang's case had been closed. This was Lu Ming who came to report the situation to Chen Xing.
After this period of investigation, the investigators of the Provincial Department determined that Zhang Qingyang's suicide was purely an individual act, and there were no other factors involved. As for the "blood letter" left at the scene of Zhang Qingyang's suicide, the investigation result given in the Provincial Department's closing report was false, and the leader was framed.
Lu Ming was still holding the closing report of the Provincial Department in his hand. At this moment, he put it on the table in front of Chen Xing.
"The investigation result of the Provincial Department has finally cleared my name." Chen Xing picked up the report and read it. He said half-jokingly, "However, in the eyes of many people, I'm afraid that this report is the result of my pressure.
Some people don't know the truth, but they like to spread rumors and believe that they are right. Why should the mayor lower himself to their level? " Said Lu Ming with a smile.
"I don't want to lower myself to their level. However, Zhang Qingyang's case has been closed just like that. I don't know if this closing report can convince everyone." Chen Xing furrowed his brows slightly. Zhang Qingyang's suicide made him feel that it wasn't that simple. Just like what Chang Shengjun had said about Zhang Qingyang when they were chatting, Zhang Qingyang didn't look like a person who would commit suicide. Deep in his bones, there was an old saying that it was better to live than to die a good death. Moreover, Zhang Qingyang couldn't have been sentenced to death. However, Zhang Qingyang had committed suicide, which was really interesting.
Did the mayor think that there was more to this case? Lu Ming looked at Chen Xing. He knew what Chen Xing meant.
I just said it casually. It's the Provincial Department's business. It's not my place to interfere. Moreover, I have no reason to do so. Chen Xing smiled. In fact, it was good for him that the case was closed. Zhang Qingyang's so-called letter of blood finally had a result. It also proved that he was slandered. The Provincial Department's closing of the case was beneficial to him. Perhaps Guan Jinhui's intention was also involved.
It's good that the case is closed. Lu Ming agreed. After Zhang Qingyang's case was transferred from the investigation team of the Ministry to the Provincial Department, the Provincial Department was in charge of the investigation. The Municipal Bureau was also excluded. Lu Ming didn't know much about the process of handling the case. However, today, when he went to the Provincial Department for a meeting and learned that the case had been closed, Lu Ming was quite happy. He thought that Chen Xing would definitely like to hear this good news. After leaving the Provincial Department, he went straight to Chen Xing's place.
This matter was considered to have come to an end. Chen Xing said indifferently. Although he didn't show it on the surface, there was always a little bit of unwillingness in his heart. He always thought that there was something behind Zhang Qingyang's suicide. However, since the case was closed, he would let it go. Perhaps it was just his wishful thinking. After all, he didn't have any solid evidence. He couldn't act on his feelings.
Lu Ming didn't feel the strangeness of Chen Xing. He smiled and asked about the Chinese New Year. Mayor, you're going back to Ningcheng for the Chinese New Year, right? When do you plan to go back?
Probably on Chinese New Year's Eve. Chen Xing answered. Just now, Xiao Yuanqing's question definitely meant that he would be on duty on the fourth day of the Chinese New Year. On Chinese New Year's Eve, he could go back directly.
"That's too bad. I wanted to go back with you, mayor. It seems that I can't. I'm on duty on the first day of the Chinese New Year. It seems that I have to go back alone." Lu Ming said with a laugh. Although he asked this question, he didn't really think that he would go back with Chen Xing. Chen Xing was the mayor. It was impossible for him to be on duty on the first day of the Chinese New Year. Unless it was requested by Chen Xing himself, who would dare to make such an arrangement? This was nothing more than finding a topic to chat about.
The two of them joked for a while. Suddenly, Chen Xing thought of Zheng Guangfu. He asked casually, "The case of Zheng Guangfu's poisoning hasn't been solved yet, right?
Not yet. That case might become an unsolved case. " Lu Ming shook his head. The case of Zheng Guangfu's poisoning death was investigated by the Municipal Bureau. However, there was no result until now. Zhang Qingyang's case was closed. It seemed that Zheng Guangfu's case wasn't that important anymore.
Indeed, it wasn't that important anymore. However, I've always been curious about who would poison him. The corner of Chen Xing's mouth twitched. He was more curious about the result of Zheng Guangfu's case than the case itself.
Zheng Guangfu's businesses were all hotels, KTVs, nightclubs, entertainment centers, and so on. He knew people from all walks of life. Moreover, it was easy for him to have conflicts with people in that kind of business. It was hard to say who would poison him. Lu Ming shook his head. Zheng Guangfu's case was likely to become another unsolved case. If it wasn't solved after a long time, it would be left unsolved. Now, he didn't dare to say that he would definitely solve the case.
Zheng Guangfu might not even know that he was the one who killed him. It could be considered retribution. Chen Xing said with a smile.
The two of them were chatting when Huang Jianghua knocked on the door and came in. He said that Shao Huadong was here. Lu Ming heard it and immediately stood up. "Mayor, I'll leave first."
"Okay." Chen Xing nodded and stood up to send Lu Ming off. He said, "Call me if there's anything."
Lu Ming walked to the door of the office and happened to see Shao Huadong coming in. Shao Huadong saw Lu Ming and took the initiative to nod to show respect. He knew that Lu Ming was Chen Xing's confidant.
"Huadong is here. Take a seat." Chen Xing smiled at Shao Huadong and gestured for him to take a seat. He sat down first and smiled. When did Huadong come back?
He had just arrived. Shao Huadong answered Chen Xing's words without much of a smile on his face. He had been on a business trip for a few days and had just returned to Nanzhou today. As soon as he came back, he learned about the progress of the investigation of the Nanshan Highway traffic accident. He heard that Jia Zhengde was jumping up and down, especially some rumors that he went on a business trip to avoid investigation.
Because the traffic junction was previously under Shao Huadong's charge. This time, the Nanshan Highway, which had just been completed and opened to traffic not long ago, had a big hole in the road surface. Now it could be determined that there was a quality problem with the road construction, so the city was conducting a strict investigation. From beginning to end, Shao Huadong did not say anything against it. However, Jia Zhengde stirred up trouble behind his back. Shao Huadong was so angry that he almost vomited blood.
Regardless of whether the current rumors had anything to do with Jia Zhengde or not, Shao Huadong hated Jia Zhengde. After pondering for a while, he came to Chen Xing's place. A person with a clear conscience was not afraid of a crooked shadow. Shao Huadong felt that it was necessary to reiterate his attitude. When he came to Chen Xing's place, Shao Huadong did not beat around the bush and went straight to the point. Mayor, regarding the problem with the Nanshan Highway, I support the city's in-depth investigation. Whoever is found to have a problem will be severely punished. No matter what the result is, I will raise both hands in support.
Huadong, as soon as you came back, you said this. Did you hear something again? Chen Xing smiled and glanced at Shao Huadong. Chen Xing had also heard about the rumors outside. He just listened to it as gossip and did not take it to heart. However, Shao Huadong came to him to make his position clear after returning from a business trip. Obviously, he was very angry.
I don't care about the rumors outside, but there are some leaders in the city who do not have the slightest awareness and sense of the overall situation. It is infuriating. Shao Huadong's face darkened. He almost pointed out Jia Zhengde's name.
Some people like to play dirty tricks. They can't wait to cause trouble. To put it bluntly, these people are clowns. Huadong, if you are angry with these people, you will really be at a disadvantage. Shao Huadong smiled and comforted Shao Huadong.
He did not have a good impression of Jia Zhengde. If he could make the decision, he would definitely kick Jia Zhengde out of the Municipal Government. However, Jia Zhengde was a chess piece that Ge Jian-ming had placed in the Municipal Government. Let's not talk about whether he could win against Ge Jian-ming or not. This was related to the appointment of a Deputy Mayor of the Standing Committee. As the Mayor, he was still powerless and did not have much say. The decision was made in the province. Even in the city, he could have a certain influence. However, as the Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee, the suggestion of Ge Jian-ming definitely carried more weight than his. This was also why Ge Jian-ming could bring Jia Zhengde from the Municipal Party Committee to the Municipal Government, and he, as the Mayor, could not stop it.
Previously, when that person was in the Municipal Party Committee, he did not have much contact with him. He did not expect that he would be such a disgusting person. Don't let me catch him, or I will definitely hit him back hard. Shao Huadong gnashed his teeth. He had always been a calm person. At this moment, when he said such words in front of Chen Xing, he was already angry to a certain extent.
Some people were born to look like slaves. They liked to jump around when they had nothing to do. They just wanted to perform well in front of their masters. Chen Xing glanced at Shao Huadong. He believed that Shao Huadong knew what he was trying to say. There was no need for him to say more. He wanted Shao Huadong to think of the Municipal Party Committee. In the future, it would be much easier for him to draw Shao Huadong to his side. Now, Shao Huadong was close to him and had supported him on the Standing Committee. However, if he directly went against Ge Jian-ming, it was hard to say what Shao Huadong's attitude would be. Of course, Shao Huadong was a local cadre. It was impossible for him to be on the same side as Ge Jian-ming. However, it was necessary for Chen Xing to draw Shao Huadong closer to him.
Sure enough, as soon as Chen Xing's words came out, Shao Huadong became silent. He did not think that Jia Zhengde's jumping around might have the intention of the Municipal Party Committee. After all, Jia Zhengde used to be the Secretary-General of the Municipal Party Committee. Who knew if Jia Zhengde's current actions were inspired by Ge Jian-ming.
Anyway, I support any decision made by the city. Mayor, you advocate an in-depth investigation. I support it unreservedly. Some people say that I was in charge of the Traffic Bureau before. I also gained a lot of benefits from the construction of Nanshan Highway. I suggest that the city also check my bank account, including my family's account. I welcome the city to investigate at any time. Shao Huadong looked serious.
Look, he said something out of anger. Huadong, I know you well. I trust you. However, some black sheep in the Traffic Bureau must not be tolerated. Chen Xing laughed. You should do what you should do. Don't let it affect your mood. Some people have bad intentions. In the end, it will be in vain.
I trust the mayor. Shao Huadong's expression softened slightly.
Chen Xing was about to say something when his phone suddenly rang. He picked it up and looked at the number. Chen Xing frowned slightly. There was some doubt in his eyes. It was a strange number. After thinking for a moment, Chen Xing did not answer it and directly hung up.
Mayor, I'll go back first. Seeing Chen Xing's action, Shao Huadong hurriedly got up and said goodbye.
Why don't you stay for a while? Chen Xing laughed. He knew that Shao Huadong misunderstood and thought that he wanted Shao Huadong to leave, but he did not need to explain.
I just came back. These days, there is a lot of work to deal with. I have to go back quickly, or I will have to work late at night. Shao Huadong laughed.
That's good. Chen Xing nodded with a smile.
After sending Shao Huadong away, Chen Xing did not take the call to heart. When he just sat behind his desk, the same number called again. Chen Xing picked it up in confusion. You are?
Mayor Chen, don't forget me. I am Song Zhi's colleague, Zhao Ziqing.
Oh, it's Miss Zhao. Chen Xing suddenly understood, but the doubt in his heart became even more. Why was this person looking for him? Miss Zhao, what can I do for you?
Mayor Chen,
I wonder if I can treat you to dinner tonight? Zhao Ziqing said on the other end of the phone. If Chen Xing listened carefully, he could hear the nervousness in Zhao Ziqing's voice.
At night? Chen Xing was stunned. He thought of Song Zhi, that mischievous girl, and laughed. Could it be that Song Zhi is next to you and is playing a prank again?
No, no, Mayor Chen,
I want to treat you to dinner. I didn't know your identity before and offended you. I want to treat you to dinner to apologize, Mayor Chen.
Apologize to dinner? How did you offend me? Chen Xing laughed when he heard this. Miss Zhao, you're thinking too much. You are you, and your friend is your friend. Besides, I don't take that kind of small matter to heart.
Mayor Chen, you are broad-minded, but I feel sorry for myself. I just want to treat you to dinner to apologize to you. I'll wait for you at the Four Seasons Hotel tonight. Mayor Chen, you must come.
Zhao Ziqing immediately hung up after she finished speaking. Chen Xing was stunned for a moment as he held the phone. He shook his head in amusement. This girl was really …
Ziqing, how was it? Did Mayor Chen say that he was coming? On the other end of the phone, Zhao Ziqing's father, Zhao Kai, looked at his daughter impatiently.
Dad, didn't you hear what I said at the end? I tried my best. If Mayor Chen doesn't come, there's nothing I can do. Zhao Ziqing shrugged helplessly.
Sigh, you shouldn't have hung up so quickly just now.
If I didn't hang up and he said that he wasn't coming, then I couldn't keep pestering him. That would be even worse. It might even backfire.
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