Qi Tongwei: Sign-in relationship started during student days

Chapter 465 Jin Changguo is investigated

All of them were thousand-year-old foxes, and they immediately realized what the other party was thinking. This Governor Zhao was really amazing. Even in a critical situation, he didn't forget to think about getting a mayor position.

He Jiyun pondered for a moment and said, "This method is feasible, but who should we promote as mayor?"

Zhao Lichun smiled and said, "The importance of Haizhou is self-evident. We still have to send a capable general. If Comrade Qi Tongwei hadn't been transferred, he would be a good candidate for this position.

Apart from him, other local cadres in Haizhou City are definitely not suitable for promotion under this circumstance. Then we can only arrange them from other places. I think Li Dakang from Luzhou is a suitable candidate.

I think everyone has witnessed this cadre's achievements. From Jinshan County to Lüzhou, he has always done an outstanding job."

Deputy Secretary Han disagreed, "Comrade Lichun, isn't this a very fast promotion? From director to director in just over three years, and in a city as big as Haizhou."

Zhao Lichun asked in response, "Is it fast? We in the Red Star Party value merit, achievements, GDP, and development, but we don't value seniority. Besides, this is a mission in times of crisis, for the sake of stability."

Take Comrade Qi Tongwei, for example. He was promoted to deputy department-level cadre at the age of 28 and was promoted several times, but who dares to say that he was promoted quickly?

Deputy Secretary Han smiled and said, "There's no comparison. Comrade Qi Tongwei achieved it with real effort, relying on his own abilities.

As for Li Dakang, to be frank, he does have abilities, but he's not even close to what Qi Tongwei can do.

Without Zhao Lichun's endorsement, Li Dakang would have been buried in Jinshan County long ago and would not be where he is today.

"But then again, Comrade Lichun, you also said it was for stability. Given Haizhou's situation, there's no need to waste such a capable person. If stability is the goal, then Gao Yuliang, Deputy Secretary of the Haizhou Municipal Party Committee, will suffice. Wasn't he sent down in times of crisis? Now it's time to reward him for his merits. Serving as mayor and stabilizing the area is fine."

Zhao Lichun smiled slightly. "I admit that Gao Yuliang is quite capable, but judging from his resume, he has no experience working in the government. He has either been in the Party Committee or the Political and Legal Affairs Commission, but never in the government. To maintain stability, he also needs to understand some economic work and can't just give orders blindly."

He Jiyun interrupted the two people's argument and said, "Let's not rush to discuss this matter. Let's bring Jin Changguo to Jingzhou first. As for the government work, with Qi Bin here, there will be no chaos. If it really doesn't work out, we can let Qi Tongwei delay his departure for two months and temporarily take over the government work. There's no rush, no rush."

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Qi Bin received calls from his old leader and Provincial Party Secretary He Jiyun.

There were two things: one was Lu Min's death, and the other was Jin Changguo's transfer to the province to serve as the director of the Water Resources Department.

In addition, He Jiyun also instructed that attention should always be paid to the smooth transition of the municipal government.

Although neither of them said it explicitly, judging from the connection between the two things, it is very likely that his partner is gone.

Qi Bin asked cautiously, "Secretary He, if... Comrade Changguo doesn't cooperate."

"If they don't cooperate, we can control them first." He Jiyun gave the lower limit.

After hanging up the phone, Qi Bin thought for a long time before telling his secretary, "Go, ask Comrade Changguo to come over to me."

"Yes." The secretary walked out of the office quickly. He was keenly aware of the leader's rudeness. He had always asked him to please before, but this time he directly used the word "called", which showed that the problem was not small.

After the secretary left, Qi Bin immediately called the city's Public Security Bureau Director Zhang Xiaohua and asked him to send a few reliable people over.

...

In the office, Jin Changguo poured himself a glass of 1982 Lafite with mixed feelings.

Standing by the window, shaking the wine glass, he was thinking about what to do next.

Killing people was indeed a bad move, but he had no choice. Lu Min knew that he had too many problems, and he couldn't sleep unless he shut up.

He will probably be investigated later, so he has to stick to his guns. I'm afraid the best outcome this time is to retreat to the second line. For the rest, he can only hope that Guo Xiaopeng keeps his hands and feet clean.

Looking at the red wine that tasted like blood, Jin Changguo tasted it carefully. Perhaps it would be a very long time before he would have the chance to drink such delicious red wine again.

"Knock, knock, knock." The sudden knock on the door interrupted Jin Changguo's inner peace.

Jin Changguo quickly put down his wine glass, sat back in his seat, restored his dignity as mayor, and then said, "Come in."

Secretary Xiao Hu reports that the municipal party secretary invites you.

Jin Changguo gathered his thoughts and quickly walked to the secretary's office.

"Secretary Qi, you're looking for me."

"Sit down." Qi Bin tried to keep his tone calm. "The provincial government just called and said Comrade Lu Min committed suicide."

If such a big thing was really done by the other party, there would be no point in him hiding it. If it was not done by the other party, it would naturally withstand investigation.

The most important thing is that there must be a source of information behind Jin Changguo. It is better to speak frankly and test the other party's reaction.

"What, Comrade Lu Min committed suicide?" Jin Changguo was shocked.

Qi Bin looked at the other person straight, as if trying to figure out something.

Jin Changguo noticed the other person's eyes and immediately said, "Secretary Qi, do you doubt me?"

"No, no, no, that's not what I meant. However, since this has happened, it will still have an impact on you. Many comrades are discussing it. The provincial government has considered it comprehensively and believes that you are no longer suitable to be the mayor of Haizhou. The Organization Department will be here this afternoon, so you should prepare and complete the handover. Comrade Hong Liang will temporarily preside over all government work."

Jin Changguo's heart sank. This scene was too familiar. He had seen it too many times. He first transferred the person to eliminate the impact and then opened a case for investigation.

They also often use it on lower-level cadres.

Fortunately, he had rehearsed this situation in his mind.

Did he have any choice? No choice!

As long as he fails to obtain evidence in the provincial capital, he still has a chance to land safely. If he doesn't go to the provincial capital, wouldn't it be proof of his own problems?

But the necessary performances cannot be missed.

"Secretary Qi, let's be frank. I am also an old party member. I am aware of the intentions of the provincial party committee, but I am not afraid of investigation. Let me say this today: Lu Min's death has nothing to do with me." Jin Changguo looked righteous.

Qi Bin didn't mince words anymore. "Whether there's a connection or not, we'll know after we investigate. Comrade Changguo, we've known each other for over two years now. In the past, I've always prioritized Haizhou's stability, punishing past mistakes to prevent future ones, and curing illnesses to save lives. However, if someone is seriously ill, I don't think there's any need to save them anymore."

"Comrade Qi Bin, I think you should be frank. If you think I did it, then please investigate me. I have a clear conscience." Jin Changguo said with unusual firmness, "Yes, Lu Min is my old secretary, and I promoted him. But I can say that I did not order him to cause the Jiangchang dam to burst, nor did I send anyone to kill him."

"Very good. Since you are so frank and have taken the initiative to request an investigation, I will explain this to the Provincial Party Committee. Now please suspend all work and await the new appointment from the Provincial Party Committee."

Although he had expected this, the confirmation still made his head buzz. Jin Changguo calmed himself down and said calmly, "Okay, I'll wait."