thefictionvixens Chapter 145 Governor Liu's Scheme
Chapter 145 Governor Liu's Scheme
Governor Liu left Sha Ruijin's office and gently closed the door behind him.
Sha Ruijin's reaction was pretty much what he expected.
There was no outburst of anger, only a suffocating silence.
Governor Liu knew in his heart that silence was the most terrifying form of hysteria.
As soon as he stepped outside, Governor Liu saw that Xia Qing was already waiting at the door.
Governor Liu rubbed his nose wearily and said...
"Xia Qing, is there anything else?"
"Please, let's speak in private," Xia Qing said seriously.
Governor Liu was taken aback, and even greater waves of emotion surged within him.
Xia Qinghui's current state suggests that something even bigger has already happened.
The two arrived at a conference room. After confirming that no one was around, Xia Qing whispered:
"Governor, major news. According to the intelligence from that comrade in the ministry, Secretary Sha's brother-in-law invested in a resort project, and the funds have already been transferred to repay debts pledged to overseas companies."
Governor Liu took a full minute to process this information and its impact.
Originally, Sha Ruijin should bear the responsibility for the oversight in this matter.
Now his brother-in-law has joined the family.
Thus, Sha Ruijin's motives for vigorously promoting the eco-resort project are no longer pure.
It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he was pushing this project so that his own relatives could make money from it.
After all, Sha Ruijin had used special procedures, and Luzhou City even set up a high-level project task force to curry favor with him.
At this point, the nature of the entire project completely changed.
This is not something that can be simply investigated and handled by the province, and a report sent to higher authorities can resolve.
The provincial party secretary is suspected of using his position to seek benefits for his relatives.
That makes it very difficult to suppress.
If the resort project goes bankrupt and the higher-ups find out...
The leadership team of Handong who tacitly helped Sha Ruijin suppress the matter should also be held accountable!
To completely sever ties.
The only option is to proactively report to superiors and actively cooperate with all inspections.
Only in this way can one prove their innocence.
Governor Liu said with a solemn expression:
"Xia Qing, it seems this is a major test for all the cadres in our Handong."
Xia Qing nodded solemnly.
He couldn't decide whether to report to his superiors.
At this juncture, Governor Liu's opinion is of paramount importance.
But Governor Liu was about to retire, and he never thought of getting involved more.
There was no way to retreat, and he had no choice but to give the order.
Governor Liu narrowed his eyes slightly and said slowly:
"How ruthless Zhao Ruilong is... and the Zhao family too."
Governor Liu's words came from the bottom of his heart.
As the second-in-command who had been suppressed by Zhao Lichun his entire life, Governor Liu had seen too many people fall before Zhao Lichun and was very familiar with the methods of the Zhao family.
I just didn't expect the Zhao family to be so ruthless this time.
They reached directly to the provincial party secretary.
They want to get rid of the provincial party secretary!
After much painful reflection, Governor Liu discussed the matter with Xia Qing.
Tell Tian Guofu about Sha Ruijin's brother-in-law's involvement in the investment.
Whether to report to higher authorities or to Sha Ruijin was up to Tian Guofu to decide.
Although this move is unethical, it's appropriate in this situation.
This is already the best way to protect oneself.
Finally, Governor Liu reiterated his instructions:
"Xia Qing, this matter must be kept secret. Let's wait and see."
Xia Qing nodded solemnly.
Just days after the incident broke out.
An investigation team from the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection secretly landed in Handong.
He went to the provincial party secretary's office without anyone knowing.
Although this process is kept strictly confidential.
But which provincial-level leader in the compound doesn't have a few informants?
On almost the same day, the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) investigation team interviewed Sha Ruijin, the provincial party secretary.
It spread among the Standing Committee members.
This is in conjunction with the eco-resort project that was supposed to start construction but has been repeatedly delayed.
Everyone basically guessed what it was about.
Right after the conversation ended.
Sha Ruijin invited Governor Liu to his office.
They expressed their request that Governor Liu temporarily take charge of all work in Handong.
Governor Liu was naturally shocked. So, Sha Ruijin had been suspended from his post?
How could the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection be so ruthless, suspending a provincial party secretary just like that?
Seemingly noticing Governor Liu's surprise, Sha Ruijin said quite frankly:
"Don't worry, the comrades from the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection have been very kind to me. I voluntarily requested to suspend my duties and fully cooperate with the investigation."
So that's how it is. Passive and active are worlds apart.
Governor Liu secretly breathed a sigh of relief. In the past, he would have been very happy to act as secretary, but now that he was nearing retirement, he really didn't want to cause any trouble.
Since it was Sha Ruijin who proposed the suspension, it means there is still a lot of room for maneuver.
Thinking of this, Governor Liu said:
"Comrade Ruijin, you should tell me about the work arrangements for the future. If the tone changes, the impact will be significant."
Sha Ruijin nodded. Governor Liu was right. During his suspension from his post, he could say that he was attending training, but if the overall direction of his work changed, it would naturally arouse suspicion and panic.
Therefore, Sha Ruijin discussed the next steps and arrangements in detail with Governor Liu, especially the comprehensive anti-corruption campaign.
Governor Liu took this opportunity to talk about the audit and investigation of Huilong Group led by Zhu Zhichao.
Sha Ruijin expressed his agreement.
Governor Liu also mentioned a breakthrough point.
As long as the procuratorate, the audit office, and other four agencies can quickly investigate the illegal dealings between Shilong Group and overseas institutions.
This would fundamentally address the issue of Zhao Ruilong pledging the exclusive franchise rights to an overseas company.
Raise questions.
At the same time, an investigation should be conducted into the legality and rationality of the exclusive franchise agreement signed between Zhao Ruilong and the Luzhou Municipal Party Committee that year, as well as the approval process.
The former denies the legality of the overseas company's demand for compensation.
The latter denies the legitimacy of exclusive franchise rights.
If these two things can be done well, the enormous thunderbolt attached to Crescent Lake can be successfully removed.
The eco-resort project can proceed as usual!
After listening to Governor Liu's incisive analysis, Sha Ruijin remained silent for a long time.
If things proceed smoothly according to Governor Liu's plan, Sha Ruijin will not only escape disaster, but may even be able to save the project he wants to promote.
It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he saved a life!
After a long pause, he stood up, sincerely shook Governor Liu's hand, and said with emotion:
"Governor Liu, you are my senior, and I really haven't been as thoughtful as you in handling this kind of matter... Sigh, I'm ashamed..."
Governor Liu smiled, placed his hand on Sha Ruijin's hand, patted it, and said:
"Comrade Ruijin, I've been in this position for almost thirty years, and I've seen all sorts of problems, big and small. You are, after all, a cadre from the Discipline Inspection Commission, so it's normal that you're not used to dealing with this kind of thing. Just take your time."
Sha Ruijin nodded vigorously.
Perhaps it was shame for having made a mistake, or perhaps it was a genuine realization of one's own immaturity.
In short, he now regards Governor Liu, an old comrade who remained unshaken during Zhao Lichun's era, smoothly transitioned to his position as secretary, and is about to land safely.
I feel sincere admiration and deep awe.