Qiao Guodong's face turned unsightly as he frowned, "County Magistrate Li, you have no idea. The computer in the control room is already broken, and there's no way to save any footage."
Li Rui inwardly sneered as he gave a deep glance at Qiao Guodong before instructing Gao Jianxin, "Political Commissar Gao, I'll have to trouble you to take a look at the computer in the control room."
When he said those words, it meant that he was determined to deal with Qiao Guodong today. In fact, Li Rui had already made up his mind. If Qiao Guodong really did lie today, then he would definitely take him down. No matter what his identity or background was, he had to take him down. If he didn't take down such a director, then the entire Administrative Service Center wouldn't be able to cultivate a good working style.
Gao Jianxin agreed and called a security guard to bring him to the control room to check the computer.
Qiao Guodong seemed to have predicted the crisis and started to flex his muscles in front of Li Rui as he said in an unrespectful tone, "County Magistrate Li, what do you mean by this? Are my words so untrustworthy? Don't you have any trust in your subordinates? County Magistrate Su, who promoted me, has always trusted me for the past few years. "
Hearing those words, Li Rui smiled. That old man was pretty smart. Since he knew that a soft approach wouldn't work, he decided to use a hard approach. He publicly announced that he was Su Tao's subordinate and hinted that he would offend Su Tao if he went against him. But it was a pity that Li Rui didn't know that even if Li Rui was Su Tao's subordinate, Li Rui wouldn't hesitate to deal with him. Li Rui smiled. "Don't worry, take it slow!"
Seeing that Li Rui didn't call Gao Jianxin back, Qiao Guodong knew that Li Rui was determined to find out if he was lying. He flew into a rage out of humiliation and shouted, "County Magistrate Li, isn't this a little inappropriate? Although you're my superior, I think that my superior is County Magistrate Su. I feel that I have to inform County Magistrate Su about this. "Qiao Guodong said as he took out his phone.
Li Rui glanced at Qiao Guodong's phone. You want to call someone? Sure, go ahead. Not to mention Su Tao, even if you call Fang Qingyun over, Li Rui would still deal with you. He faintly replied, "Call me as you wish."
Qiao Guodong snorted before he turned around and made a call.
By the side, Ma Yuming, Niu Jin, and Wang Guilian were dumbfounded. They never expected that things would escalate to this stage. Qiao Guodong actually started a fight with Li Rui, and even wanted to call Su Tao over. If Su Tao came over, then today's show would be even more exciting.
Niu Jin felt uneasy. Looking at Li Rui's strength, she was afraid that even if Su Tao came over, Qiao Guodong wouldn't be able to get away with it. But no matter what, with Su Tao's protection, nothing bad would happen to Qiao Guodong. However, it was different for her. She didn't have a powerful background like Su Tao. Once Li Rui dealt with Qiao Guodong, he would deal with her. If Li Rui made a move on her, then she would be in danger. Although Li Rui didn't have the authority to remove her title as the Bureau Chief of the Environmental Protection Bureau, she couldn't stand it if Li Rui kept causing trouble for her in the future. Thinking about this, she became more and more timid. She whispered to Li Rui, "County Magistrate Li, I would like to sincerely apologise for what happened just now. As the Bureau Chief, I …"
Li Rui raised his hand and said, "Bureau Chief Niu, don't be anxious. Let's talk about your Environmental Protection Bureau after we're done with Qiao Guodong's matter."
Niu Jin's expression was extremely awkward, but there was nothing she could do. She lowered her head for a brief moment before she remembered the culprit, Wang Guilian. She turned around and glared at her.
Wang Guilian naturally knew what Li Rui encountered at the Environmental Protection Bureau's window. She also knew that he was the one who called the Bureau Chief over. She had already guessed that she wouldn't have a good time, and her face was already pale from fear. However, she was confident that she was a proper civil servant, and the mistake she made today wasn't serious. Even if Li Rui punished her, he wouldn't be able to fire her. At most, he would give her a disciplinary action. But what was there to be afraid of? With her age and background, she wouldn't be able to climb up the ranks anymore. Even if she was punished, it wouldn't affect her salary and other income. Furthermore, it would be dismissed in a year or two.
Qiao Guodong's phone call was very fast. After a few words were answered, he turned around and walked towards Li Rui. His face was full of arrogance, as if Li Rui couldn't do anything to him at all.
Li Rui noticed the change in his expression and couldn't help but laugh. Alas, it was so good to be naive. If he was as naive as him, he would definitely be happy every day.
"County Magistrate Li, County Magistrate Su wants to talk to you." Qiao Guodong said proudly and handed the phone to Li Rui.
Unexpectedly, Li Rui didn't take it. Instead, he looked at Qiao Guodong with a smile and said, "County Magistrate Su wants to talk to me? But I'm very busy now. It's not convenient to talk to him. "
Qiao Guodong never thought that he would play such a trick. At first, he was stunned, then he was ashamed and annoyed. In the end, he was flustered and exasperated. He shouted, "You … You're not busy. You're not doing anything now …"
Li Rui's smile turned cold and said, "Who said I'm not doing anything? I'm waiting for the results of Political Commissar Gao's inspection. Furthermore, I'm currently listening to Chief Niu's report. Am I right, Chief Niu? "
How would Niu Jin dare to say no? He nodded his head and said, "Yes, yes. I'm currently reporting to County Magistrate Li and making a self-criticism …"
Qiao Guodong's face turned red from anger. It was as if all the capillaries under his skin had ruptured. However, he couldn't refute. He placed the phone by his ear and shouted at Li Rui, "County Magistrate Su, you heard it too. County Magistrate Li isn't picking up your call …"
Li Rui sneered and ignored him. He turned his head to look at the surveillance room.
Qiao Guodong quickly hung up the phone. However, he wasn't discouraged. Instead, he looked at Li Rui with satisfaction. It seemed that he still had a trick up his sleeve.
Li Rui guessed that for the sake of his reputation, he would either call him to reason with him or personally come to the Administrative Service Center to talk. The former was more likely. But no matter what method he used, he wouldn't give him any face. If he didn't deal with Qiao Guodong today, how was he going to rectify the work style of the Administrative Service Center? How was he going to face Ma Yuming and Niu Jin? How was he going to carry out his work in the future if he was looked down upon by his subordinates?
Just when he was thinking about it, Gao Jianxin walked over and shouted from a few meters away, "County Magistrate Li, the surveillance system is working …"
When Qiao Guodong heard that, his face turned ugly. However, he soon recovered and muttered to himself, "When did they fix it?"
Gao Jianxin walked over to Li Rui and glanced at Qiao Guodong. "I also checked the surveillance footage before and after 8: 30. It seems that Director Qiao must have remembered wrongly."
Although Gao Jianxin stood firmly behind Li Rui, he didn't want to offend Qiao Guodong too much at this crucial moment. He didn't say that Qiao Guodong was lying or that he didn't come to work at 8: 30. He only said that Qiao Guodong remembered wrongly. This way, not only did he state the truth, he also left some face for Qiao Guodong.
Just when Li Rui was about to speak, his phone suddenly rang. He guessed that it must be Su Tao. He took out his phone and looked at the screen. Indeed, it was the County Government's landline. He answered the call and said, "I'm Li Rui."
"County Magistrate Li, I'm Su Tao …"
The other party immediately revealed his identity. He was indeed the Executive Deputy County Magistrate Su Tao. However, his tone was calm without any anger, which was out of Li Rui's expectations.
"Oh, hello, County Magistrate Su. What's the matter?" Li Rui was quite good at pretending. Clearly, Su Tao had asked him to speak to him a few minutes ago. Not only did he refuse in front of everyone, but his voice could also be heard by Su Tao through the phone. However, he pretended as if nothing had happened. His acting skills were outstanding.
Qiao Guodong was so angry that he rolled his eyes. He thought in his heart, You can keep pretending. I'll see if you can get anything from my boss. Hmph, you're just someone who bullies the weak and fears the strong. You can only bully a small cadre like me. You can only pretend to be a grandson when you're facing a powerful person.
Su Tao wasn't angry when he heard Li Rui's words. He smiled and said, "County Magistrate Li, it's like this. Last night, Qiao Guodong accompanied me to socialize and drank a few more cups. Today, he woke up a little late. You can give me some face and not lower yourself to his level. He's a government department, and his work isn't that tight. It's not a big deal for him to be late and leave early. Furthermore, it's not something that happens often. Can you be magnanimous and let him off this time? Get him to treat us to a meal and apologize to you personally. "
Li Rui said, "County Magistrate Su, don't say that I'm not giving you face. Initially, I wanted to give him a chance. But he thought that he had your support and dared to be so unruly. If you're here, you can take a look at his expression right now. He's not putting me in his eyes at all. If he could honestly admit his mistakes after lying, I wouldn't mind giving him a chance. But with his behavior, don't blame me for not giving him face. If he has such an attitude towards his superiors, how can he manage his subordinates well? How can he manage the work of the Administrative Service Center well? "
Su Tao sighed, "County Magistrate Li, I know that you're the favorite general of the Song Shuji. As for me, I'm also a student of Mayor Yu. You're also familiar with Mayor Yu. Even if you don't give me face, you have to give Mayor Yu some face, right?"
Li Rui smiled and said, "Alright, since you put it that way, I'll give you some face."
Su Tao rejoiced and said, "County Magistrate Li, you're really magnanimous. Another day …"
"I haven't finished speaking …" Li Rui chuckled and interrupted him, "I'm not giving you face to let Qiao Guodong off. Instead, I'm giving you a position as the new Director of the Administrative Service Center. You can recommend another Director."
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