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Inside the provincial government office building, the corridors are spacious and bright, and the walls are adorned with historical photos of Handong Province and group photos of past leaders, showcasing the solemnity and glory of the place.
Zhao Anbang walked steadily with a serious expression, drawing respectful glances from the staff along the way.
Liu Quanguo followed closely beside Zhao Anbang, occasionally introducing the layout of the office building and the location of each department, appearing to know everything about the place.
The two quickly arrived at Governor Liu's office. Liu Quanguo knocked gently, and after receiving a response, he opened the door and respectfully invited Zhao Anbang to enter first.
The office is spacious and bright, with a simple and elegant layout. Several calligraphy works by famous people are displayed on the walls, showcasing Liu Cheng's refined taste.
Liu Cheng was already waiting in the office. When he saw Zhao Anbang come in, he quickly got up to greet him. The two shook hands warmly, as if they were old friends who had not seen each other for a long time.
"Oh, Comrade Anbang. Welcome to Handong." Liu Cheng greeted him with a beaming smile, appearing very friendly and approachable.
"Comrade Liu Cheng, I've long admired your name."
"I also want to congratulate you on tasting the blessed fruit." Zhao Anbang held Liu Cheng's hands tightly with both hands to show his respect.
Liu Cheng smiled broadly and said happily, "Thank you."
"Comrade Anbang. Let's sit down and talk."
"Let me introduce you to Yang Biao, the Standing Committee member and Vice Governor. This comrade is conscientious, responsible, and hardworking."
Liu Cheng's words were an implication to Zhao Anbang: Yang Biao is my man; you can trust him.
Zhao Anbang nodded, his expression serious: "Thank you, I'll remember."
"Qin Sidong, the head of the United Front Work Department of the Provincial Party Committee, was also promoted by me."
“Executive Vice Governor Wang Zheng is a fickle person who likes to hedge his bets,” Liu Cheng said slowly, his expression serious and his assessment incisive.
"Li Dakang, the Party Secretary of Jingzhou City and a member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee, has defected to Sha Ruijin."
“Wu Chunlin, the Organization Minister, can be used, but he cannot be given important responsibilities.”
Zhao Anbang nodded slightly, memorizing the information: "Comrade Liu Cheng, the cities and districts below..."
Liu Cheng snapped out of his daze, picked up the purple clay teapot, and took a sip of Da Hong Pao tea: "Mayor of Jingzhou City, Wu Xiongfei used to be my secretary. He's trustworthy."
“Sun Liancheng, deputy secretary of the Jingzhou Municipal Party Committee, was promoted by Yunfei.”
Those two simple sentences were enough for Zhao Anbang to remember.
"Once I've settled in, I'll invite Yunfei and Lanlan over for a meal," Zhao Anbang said slowly and in a deep voice.
After some pleasantries, Zhao Anbang and Governor Liu began to discuss in depth the future development blueprint of Handong Province, and both sides were very satisfied.
The entire conversation was conducted in a harmonious atmosphere, filled with anticipation and confidence for the future.
Liu Cheng even took out a yellowed diary and handed it to Zhao Anbang.
"Comrade Anbang. This contains a detailed record of the comrades I promoted. I hope it will be helpful to you."
Zhao Anbang quickly stood up and took the diary with both hands: "Thank you so much, Comrade Liu Cheng."
"With your support, I can get my work done more easily."
. . . . .
Zhao Anbang carefully opened the diary. Every page was filled with names and their official titles. This was the culmination of Liu Cheng's many years of hard work and an important asset in his political career.
“Comrade Liu Cheng, this list is extremely important to me. I will study it carefully to ensure that each comrade can make the most of their strengths.” Zhao Anbang’s tone was firm, and his eyes revealed his gratitude to Liu Cheng.
Liu Cheng smiled and nodded. He knew the significance of this list and believed that Zhao Anbang would make good use of this resource.
"Comrade Anbang, the development of Handong Province cannot be separated from the joint efforts of every comrade. Handong is still a democratic Handong, not Handong of certain groups," Liu Cheng said, his words filled with expectation and confidence.
Zhao Anbang nodded solemnly. He knew that he bore a great responsibility and understood Liu Cheng's expectations.
"Comrade Liu Cheng, please rest assured. I will do my utmost and live up to your trust." Zhao Anbang's words were firm and powerful, demonstrating his determination and confidence.
The two shook hands again, and their mutual trust and understanding reached their peak at that moment.
Liu Cheng came to his senses and reminded Anbang before leaving, "Comrade Anbang, Chen Yanshi is Sha Ruijin's adoptive father."
"This person retired but didn't stop working; he especially liked to wield power. In Handong Province, he created a second procuratorate."
“Back when Zhao Lichun was still in office, Chen Yanshi would come to the Handong Provincial Party Committee every day to make trouble in order to get the treatment of a vice ministerial-level official.”
Liu Cheng gave a wry smile: "It's been going on for two whole years. Zhao Lichun is too annoying. He went straight to the grassroots level and is avoiding Chen Yanshi."
Zhao Anbang couldn't help but laugh: "I understand. There are too many veteran cadres like this in Hanjiang."
Zhao Anbang bid farewell to Liu Cheng and left the provincial government office building. His heart was filled with anticipation and hope for the future.
He knew that he was about to embark on a new journey, one that would be full of challenges and opportunities.
The power of the Hantong Provincial Government was successfully transferred, officially ushering in the era of Zhao Anbang.
Requesting flowers...
Meanwhile, Chen Hai was extremely busy and still couldn't raise the money.
At that moment, a mysterious phone call came in.
"Hello, District Chief Chen. I am Gao Qiqiang."
Chen Hai looked haggard: "Gao Qiqiang? I don't know him, you've dialed the wrong number."
Gao Qiqiang couldn't help but laugh: "District Chief Chen, you don't know me... but your father does."
"My dad?" Chen Hai asked, somewhat puzzled.
"That's right, the Sunset Red Nursing Home where Old Chen lives was built with my investment."
Gao Qiqiang slowly began to speak, saying, "As Elder Chen knows, Guangming District is currently facing a very difficult situation."
"They called me on their own initiative, wanting me to help them."
Upon hearing this, Chen Hai's heart skipped a beat. He did know that his father, Chen Yanshi, lived in the Sunset Red Nursing Home, but he didn't know that the nursing home was invested and built by Gao Qiqiang.
Chen Hai pondered for a moment: "Mr. Gao Qiqiang, what brings you here?"
Gao Qiqiang's tone was sincere: "District Chief Chen, I heard from Old Chen that Guangming District is currently experiencing economic difficulties and is even unable to pay the salaries of civil servants."
"I want to do my part to help Guangming District overcome its difficulties."
Chen Hai was somewhat surprised; he hadn't expected Gao Qiqiang to offer his help. He was unaware of Gao Qiqiang's background.
Where did they come from? These days, many businessmen are trying to recruit government officials.
Chen Hai thought for a moment and said, "Mr. Gao Qiqiang, I appreciate your kindness. But I will find a way to resolve the matter in Guangming District."
Gao Qiqiang seemed to have anticipated Chen Hai's answer and was not discouraged, saying, "District Chief Chen, I understand your concerns. But I can guarantee that my money is from a clean source and will not cause you any trouble."
"Furthermore, I also hope that Mr. Chen can enjoy his later years in peace and I don't want him to worry about things in Guangming District."
Hearing this, Chen Hai couldn't help but feel moved. He knew that his father, Chen Yanshi, had been an upright and selfless man all his life, yet in his later years he still had to worry about his affairs.
Chen Hai sighed and said tactfully, "Mr. Gao Qiqiang, I appreciate your kindness. How about this, I'll find out the specific amount needed in Guangming District first, and then I'll contact you again."
Gao Qiqiang was overjoyed upon hearing this: "Okay, District Chief Chen. I'll be waiting for your good news."
The two exchanged a few more words before hanging up the phone.
Chen Hai put down the phone, his heart filled with mixed feelings.
Li Dakang's extreme pressure forced them in Guangming District to demand 15 million yuan by tomorrow as resettlement compensation for laid-off workers from Dafeng Factory.
The reality is that the Guangming District's accounts don't even have enough money to pay next month's salaries.
"Dad, there's something I want to ask you."
"Did you call Gao Qiqiang, the owner of the nursing home, and give him 0.7?" Chen Hai picked up his phone and dialed Chen Yanshi to ask his father.
Chen Yanshi's voice came through the phone, tinged with a hint of doubt: "It was me calling. What's wrong?"
Chen Hai sighed and voiced his doubts: "Dad, do you know who Gao Qiqiang is? What's his background?"
Upon hearing this, Chen Yanshi said with a hint of approval, "Although Gao Qiqiang is a businessman, he is righteous and loyal. The nursing homes he invested in and built have solved the care problems of many elderly people."
Hearing this, Chen Hai's doubts lessened slightly, but he was still somewhat worried: "But Dad, our situation is very complicated right now. Li Dakang is pressuring us to transfer 1500 million yuan tomorrow as resettlement compensation for laid-off workers from Dafeng Factory. I'm afraid..."
Chen Yanshi understood his son's concerns and said firmly, "Chen Hai, don't worry. I know Gao Qiqiang. He won't do anything illegal or disorderly."
"Don't worry, I'm your dad. I won't hurt you."
Hearing his father's words, Chen Hai felt a weight lifted from his heart. He understood that his father, who had always been upright and selfless, would not have misjudged people.
After hanging up the phone, Chen Hai sat at his desk and fell into deep thought.
He knew he was about to face a severe challenge.
83. Chen Hai accepted huge bribes.
83. Chen Hai accepted huge bribes.
After careful consideration, Chen Hai decided to meet with Gao Qiqiang and accept his "help."
Pick up your phone, find the unfamiliar number you just dialed, and press the call button.
On the other end of the phone, Gao Qiqiang's voice came through, carrying a hint of barely perceptible cunning: "District Chief Chen, what's your decision?"
Chen Hai took a deep breath, as if he had made up his mind: "Okay, Mr. Gao, I agree to your proposal. But you have to make sure things are done cleanly and efficiently, leaving no room for doubt."
"This money must be clean."
Upon hearing this, Gao Qiqiang's tone revealed satisfaction: "District Chief Chen, rest assured, I, Gao Qiqiang, always handle things meticulously. As long as you cooperate well, everything will be fine."
After hanging up the phone, Chen Hai felt extremely conflicted. He knew that taking this step meant he would be completely mired in a quagmire from which he could not extricate himself.
But there was nothing Chen Hai could do; he was at his wit's end.
Li Dakang applied extreme pressure, pressing them relentlessly until they were forced to pay 19 billion yuan to the Guangming District.
What will Li Dakang do if he can't pay this money?
The lightest punishment was a major demerit for Chen Hai.
The most serious consequence is demotion, or even... dismissal.
. . . . . .
[District Chief Chen, give me two hours. In two hours, please drive yourself to the Dalongshan Auto Repair Shop in the northern suburbs of Jingzhou City.]
Inside the repair shop, there was a Santana with license plate number 京B·22456. The trunk contained 15 million yuan in cash.