Nominal: The pinnacle of power began in the sixth province of Handong.

Chapter 115 Foster Father and Foster Son

At Sha Ruijin's home.

It was already night, but the living room was brightly lit.

Sha Ruijin sat on the sofa without saying a word.

Opposite him was Chen Yanshi, fidgeting and rubbing his hands together.

The atmosphere at the scene was like an ice cave.

Chen Yanshi had never seen Sha Ruijin with such a serious expression in front of him.

So much so that what he usually habitually called "Little Jinzi" turned into a sentence that came out of his mouth:

"Secretary Sha, what's so important that you called me over so late?"

Chen Yanshi no longer acted arrogantly because of his age, and his respectful attitude made Sha Ruijin feel somewhat uncomfortable.

But Sha Ruijin could not give an easy response, because today he had come to demand an explanation.

Did Chen Yanshi actually hold any shares?

Before Qi Tongwei's investigation results were released, Sha Ruijin decided to personally scout ahead, and he solemnly stated:

"Mr. Chen, there is a question I must ask you personally on behalf of the Provincial Party Committee."

Chen Yanshi hurriedly replied:

"Tell me, tell me."

Sha Ruijin hesitated for a moment, but finally spoke:

Did you receive any shares when Dafeng Factory underwent restructuring?

Upon hearing this, Chen Yanshi's eyes widened, and his hands, which had been clasped together, became red from the tension.

He considered it for a long time before finally speaking with a very unsure tone, chuckling awkwardly:

"Hold shares? You must be joking. I'm an official, how could I possibly hold shares..."

Chen Yanshi's voice trailed off, while Sha Ruijin raised his voice and said:

"Old Chen, you must tell us the truth about whether you hold shares or not. If you don't hold shares, that's easy; please make a statement at the Standing Committee meeting to dispel any doubts among your comrades. If you do hold shares..."

Sha Ruijin paused for a moment, then said:

"Then it will have to be handled according to the policy."

Chen Yan slammed his hand on the table, pointed at Sha Ruijin's nose, and angrily said:

"Little Jinzi, what do you mean! If I hold shares, you're going to use force against me? Have you forgotten who raised you, fed you, clothed you, and sent you to school? Aren't you afraid of being laughed at if word gets out?"

Sha Ruijin said helplessly:

"I believe you are innocent, but no matter what, this matter has become widely known, so it's necessary for you to come forward and make a statement."

Chen Yanshi was furious.

The "little gold" he mentioned was actually going to take policy action against him.

How can he possibly save face like this!

His strong sense of pride made him decide not to continue hiding it.

Since you're asking, I'll tell you everything!

Having made up his mind, Chen Yanshi suddenly erupted in emotion and shouted:

"Secretary Sha, one must have a conscience. My wife and I, Chen Yanshi and Chen Shi, have never taken a single penny or accepted a single gift in our lives, but we are still paid a fixed salary! We provide for your food, clothing, and education, not to mention that I have a son and a daughter! Don't they also need money for their food, clothing, and education? Let me tell you, we have spent more money on you than on them! I have given you the best of everything! I haven't even given it to my own children!"

Chen Yanshi's face flushed red, and when he got emotional, tears streamed down his face, as if he had suffered a great injustice. His voice was extremely high, completely disregarding the fact that this was the provincial party committee compound's cadre dormitory, and that Gao Yuliang, Xia Qing, and others lived next door.

Sha Ruijin wanted to stop him, but he had never seen his adoptive father, who had carried explosives, show such a vulnerable and aggrieved side in front of him. He panicked for a moment and stood there, not knowing what to do.

After venting his anger, Chen Yanshi regained his composure. He stretched out his two dry hands and calmly said:

"I've finished speaking. Now call someone over, handcuff me, and take me away."

"Mr. Chen, that's not what I meant..." Sha Ruijin quickly stepped forward, grasped Chen Yanshi's hands, and helped him to sit down on the sofa, comforting him:

"Even if you hold shares, it's not a big deal; you can just liquidate them completely. The problem is, if I had known about this situation earlier, I would have had time to deal with it, but unfortunately..."

Next, Sha Ruijin told Chen Yanshi about how Gao Yuliang had made Chen Yanshi's shareholding public at the democratic life meeting.

Chen Yanshi was immediately enraged and said:

"That bastard! How I helped him back then, and he... how can he not be grateful!"

Sha Ruijin didn't feel much anger towards Gao Yuliang. As a veteran who had been rooted in the officialdom for many years, he naturally knew that in that life-or-death situation, he first revealed Qi Tongwei's shareholding as a trump card, and Gao Yuliang would naturally use Chen Yanshi's shareholding as a trump card to retaliate.

What truly displeased Sha Ruijin was Tian Guofu, who, despite having already grasped the situation, suppressed his reports, thus missing a crucial opportunity and causing Sha Ruijin to completely lose the chance to take the initiative, leaving him at the mercy of others.

Now, we can only hear the truth from Chen Yanshi, and then try to keep things under control to a minimum and digest them slowly.

We cannot expand the scope of our knowledge any further.

Therefore, Sha Ruijin said sincerely:

"Old Chen, things aren't too serious yet. Next time I hold a secretary's office meeting, you can briefly explain the situation, and everyone will understand without saying anything. That way, it'll be over. Is that alright?"

What Chen Yanshi wanted was Sha Ruijin's guarantee.

In truth, did he have even the slightest remorse?

My tearful outburst just now was merely an act.

As a seasoned official who had been in power for many years, playing along with others' actions was a common tactic for Chen Yanshi.

This includes the last time he used his body to block the bulldozer.

If it weren't for his own shares, he wouldn't have done such a thing even if he had eight lives!

Now, Chen Yanshi has learned that the scope of his shareholding will be strictly controlled, and that it will only be discussed once among the Standing Committee members before it is considered finished.

This will not affect his standing among the people of Handong Province.

Chen Yanshi was finally relieved.

joke.

I still need to keep the sign of the Second People's Procuratorate of Handong Province hanging up!

Sha Ruijin comforted Chen Yanshi for a long time before finally taking him home, exhausted, and then walking back to the compound himself.

This matter must be handled with utmost care.

One mistake, and there is no going back.

It was simply because Chen Yanshi was so closely bound to him.

Now, when people in Handong see Chen Yanshi, it's like seeing themselves as the provincial party secretary.

If this is not handled properly, and someone else takes advantage of the situation, one's career will be severely damaged.

It's difficult...

Thinking of this, Sha Ruijin thought of another person.

Gao Yuliang!

If it weren't for him, bringing this matter up publicly at a democratic life meeting.

How did I end up in such a passive situation!

This is absolutely outrageous!

Sha Ruijin touched his chin, his eyes narrowed slightly, exuding a dangerous aura.

Since you, Gao Yuliang, are using Chen Yanshi to attack me.

We can't let this go with Qi Tongwei.

Although he was promoted to vice-provincial level due to pressure from Xia Qinghe and the provincial government.

With the Ministry of Public Security issuing a formal commendation, they went along with it and promoted Qi Tongwei to the position of vice-provincial level official.

This doesn't mean that everything is fine for Qi Tongwei.

Judging from the previous situation, Qi Tongwei clearly accepted the olive branch I extended.

If he considers himself a member of the Sha family gang.

That would be a huge mistake!

Just wait, this time they're investigating Chen Yanshi's shareholding.

As long as Gao Yuliang's prized student, Qi Tongwei, obeys my orders and participates in the investigation.

I can find it in Qi Tongwei.

Plant a time bomb that will explode someday!