Official excuse: I was sent to work at the grassroots level for training, and Hou Liangping arrested

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After a while, the director of the detention center rushed over, his brows furrowed: "Secretary Lin, this matter is of great importance and we need to consult the Provincial Procuratorate."

Lin Yunfei sneered: "Time is of the essence, and you can't afford to take responsibility for any delays. I'm warning you, you've seen the arrest warrant. My procedures are perfectly legal."

"Case 116 has been formally transferred to our National Security Bureau."

"You can report to Ji Changming, the provincial chief prosecutor."

Lin Yunfei dialed Zhao Anbang's number directly. Zhao Anbang answered the phone, and Lin Yunfei gave a concise report, his tone firm: "Governor Zhao, the 116 case has a significant impact, and the National Security Bureau needs to take immediate control of Cai Chenggong."

Zhao Anbang was silent for a moment, then said in a deep voice, "Alright, Yunfei. Ensure it's legal and compliant, I approve it."

Lin Yunfei even made a point of turning on the speakerphone on his phone so that the detention center director could hear Zhao Anbang's instructions.

"Yes, Governor Zhao. I will obey orders without question."

Left with no other option, the station chief ordered Cai Chenggong to be handed over. National Security agents acted swiftly, escorting Cai Chenggong into a police car and speeding away.

In the police car, with his hands cuffed, Cai Chenggong blurted out, "Oh dear, I have a headache. I need to see Hou Liangping."

Li Zheng sneered, "Cai Chenggong, don't bother. Hou Liangping isn't coming to save you."

"You are now suspected of organizing, instigating, and leading a criminal gang to forcibly protect Dafeng Factory."

"And because of your organization, our Secretary Lin was held hostage at knifepoint by your gangsters on the night of January 16th."

Cai Chenggong's face changed drastically, and he roared, "You're lying! I didn't! Hou Liangping, come save me!"

"You're framing me! I'm going to sue you!"

“I am not a member of the mafia, I, Cai Chenggong, am not a member of the mafia.”

However, the police cars had already sped away, and Cai Chenggong's voice gradually faded into the distance.

Lin Yunfei sat in a police car behind, wearing a Bluetooth headset, a cold smile on his face: "Hou Liangping, let's see what you can do this time to rescue your childhood friend."

. . . . .

Forty minutes later, Hou Liangping and Lu Yike, along with personnel from the Provincial Procuratorate's Anti-Corruption Bureau, arrived at the detention center in a police car belonging to the procuratorate.

They want to interrogate Tsai Cheng-cheng.

Unexpectedly, the detention center director looked troubled: "Director Hou, Cai Chenggong has been taken away by the National Security Bureau. The procedures are complete. There is nothing we can do."

Hou Liangping's expression changed drastically, his pupils suddenly contracting. "How is this possible? When did the National Security Bureau get involved?" Hou Liangping suppressed his anger and turned to look at Lu Yike. "Contact Chief Prosecutor Ji immediately. We must find out what's going on." Lu Yike nodded and quickly dialed the number.

Ji Changming answered the phone, his tone serious: "Hou Liangping, I am aware of the situation. The National Security Bureau of Handong Province acted swiftly. Their Second Deputy Secretary, Lin Yunfei, came in person with a group of people, and all the formalities were in order."

Upon hearing this name, Hou Liangping became agitated and angrily cursed, "Damn it, it's Lin Yunfei again. He's always going against me."

It's always working against me, haunting me like a vengeful ghost.

"Old Ji, can we call the National Security Bureau and ask them to return the person to us?" Hou Liangping took a deep breath and forced himself to speak.

"Hou Liangping, calm down. Now is not the time to act impulsively," Ji Changming advised in a deep voice. "I will report to my superiors as soon as possible and try to coordinate a solution. You should stabilize the situation first and not let your emotions affect your judgment."

Hou Liangping clenched his fists, his nails digging deep into his flesh. He took a deep breath and nodded, saying, "Understood. I will remain calm. Lu Yike, let's go back to the station first, organize the existing evidence, and make sure we find a breakthrough."

Lu Yike nodded quickly, her eyes firm: "Yes, Director Hou." The two turned and left.

. . . . .

Handong Province, Procuratorate.

Ji Changming sat at his desk, his brows furrowed, picked up the red secure phone, and dialed the number of Gao Yuliang, the secretary of the Provincial Political and Legal Affairs Commission.

The call connected, and Gao Yuliang's calm voice came through: "Comrade Changming, what is it?"

Ji Changming said in a deep voice: "Secretary Gao, the National Security Bureau of Handong Province acted suddenly and took Cai Chenggong away. The procedures were complete, and our Anti-Corruption Bureau was caught off guard."

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Upon hearing this, Gao Yuliang's tone carried a hint of surprise: "Oh? The National Security Bureau has intervened? This is getting interesting."

Ji Changming continued, "Secretary Gao, Cai Chenggong is a key figure in the '116 Incident' and an important lead for our anti-corruption bureau. This move by the National Security Bureau may affect the progress of our investigation."

Gao Yuliang was silent for a moment, then said in a deep voice, "Old Ji, you need to stabilize the situation first. Since the National Security Bureau has taken action, they must have their reasons. I will find out the details before making a decision."

Ji Changming nodded: "Understood, Secretary Gao. I will closely monitor the situation and report to you as soon as possible."

After hanging up the phone, Ji Changming's brow remained furrowed. The situation in Handong Province had become unpredictable once again due to Cai Chenggong's arrest.

Ji Changming stood up, walked to the window, looked down at the deserted procuratorate, and fell into deep thought.

. . . . . .

He knew that every move he made was crucial to the overall game, and the slightest mistake could lead to total defeat.

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He now has only one wish: to weather this political storm safely, then retire and enjoy his later years.

However, this mess in Handong was like a whirlpool that drew him in deeply, making it difficult for him to extricate himself.

Ji Changming walked on thin ice with every step, for the slightest misstep could lead to utter ruin.

Now Governor Liu is reaping the benefits of good fortune and has successfully risen to the top of the central government.

One of them parachuted in: Zhao Anbang.

Zhao Anbang has a mysterious background and a tough style of doing things. He has shown a decisive and efficient approach since taking office.

"Hey, hello. Old classmate. I'd like to ask you about something."

"Which department is the National Security Bureau under?" Ji Changming walked to his desk, picked up the red landline secure phone, and dialed an unfamiliar number.

The mysterious man's voice was deep and hoarse: "Ji Changming. The National Security Bureau is not under the jurisdiction of the Handong Provincial Committee."

"Their superior unit is the Imperial City Division of the Central Government."

Upon hearing this, Ji Changming's expression changed slightly, and he asked in a low voice, "Imperial City Guard? I've never heard of this unit before. What exactly are they responsible for?"

The mysterious man continued to explain: "The Imperial City Guard is a special department directly under the Central Government, responsible for handling national security and special missions. Their operations are often highly confidential and not directly under the jurisdiction of local governments."

Ji Changming frowned, pondered for a moment, and then said, "So, the National Security Bureau's decision to take Cai Chenggong away is likely due to national security considerations. This is undoubtedly a huge challenge to our anti-corruption work."

The mysterious man's tone carried a hint of helplessness: "Yes, Ji Changming. The situation in Handong Province is becoming increasingly complicated. We both have to act carefully, or we could face utter ruin."

Ji Changming nodded and said in a deep voice, "I understand, old classmate. Thank you for reminding me. I will keep a close eye on the movements of the National Security Bureau."

After hanging up the phone, Ji Changming fell into deep thought again. He knew all too well that this political storm was far from over, and the situation in Handong Province remained unpredictable.

92. Ji Changming deliberately allowed himself to be hit by a car in self-preservation.

92. Ji Changming deliberately allowed himself to be hit by a car in self-preservation.

Hou Liangping and Lu Yike, along with the prosecutors from the First Division, returned to the Handong Provincial Procuratorate.

Lu Yike rushed into Chief Prosecutor Ji Changming's office: "Chief Prosecutor Ji, isn't the National Security Bureau going too far?"

“Case 116 is a case under our Anti-Corruption Bureau.”

"Now look what's happened, they're just running out to pick peaches."

Hou Liangping, his face ashen, walked into the chief prosecutor's office, holding his prosecutor's coat. "Old Ji," he said, "the State Security Bureau of Handong Province is simply too domineering. This is my case."

"Provincial Party Secretary Sha Ruijin attaches great importance to this."

Hou Liangping was thinking that Cai Chenggong had been taken away. As the most crucial witness in the 116 case...

It was because of Cai Chenggong's report that they learned that Li Dakang's wife, Ouyang Jing, had accepted a bribe of 2 million yuan.

Although Hou Liangping made a rash arrest, Ouyang Jing was later released.

Hou Liangping now desperately needs to solve Case 116 to add to his record of achievements.

Otherwise, how can we suppress Zhong Xiaoai?

She was never well-liked by the Zhong family after marrying into them. Zhong Xiaoai's cousin, Zhong Tianlin, treated her coldly and talked behind her back about her being a kept man.

Ji Changming, expressionless, picked up his thermos and took a sip of jasmine tea: "Sizzle." "510"

"Old Ji, you still have the mood to drink tea here?" Lu Yike blurted out without thinking, her face full of displeasure.

Ji Changming was heartbroken, o(╥﹏╥)o.

These two people in front of me are both incredibly powerful and influential. They don't even respect me.

"Lu Yike, Hou Liangping."

"I have already reported this to Gao Yuliang, the Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission of Handong Province. You can go back and wait for news."

Ji Changming slowly put down his teacup and began to shoo people away.

Hou Liangping was indignant: "This is outrageous! I'm going to find Teacher Gao and report Lin Yunfei."

. . . . . .

Back at the Anti-Corruption Bureau, in the director's office.

Hou Liangping felt increasingly resentful and directly called Zhong Xiaoai.

After listening to Hou Liangping's complaints, Zhong Xiaoai heard a gentle yet firm voice on the other end of the phone: "Liangping, don't panic. This matter involves Governor Zhao Anbang, so we must act cautiously. You must understand that things in officialdom are never black and white; often, you need to weigh the pros and cons."

Hou Liangping sighed: "I'm just unwilling to accept it. The clues we worked so hard to find were about to lead to results, but the National Security Bureau interfered."

Zhong Xiaoai comforted her, "I know you feel wronged, but this is also an opportunity."

Hou Liangping seemed to understand something: "You mean, I should treat this incident as a test from Dad?"

Zhong Xiaoai's expression was strange as she reassured him in a deep voice, "That's right, and you must remember that no matter the outcome, you must remain calm and not act impulsively. The officialdom is like a game of chess; one wrong move and you lose the whole game."

Hou Liangping took a deep breath, as if he understood something: "Thank you, Xiao Ai. I know what to do."

After hanging up the phone, Hou Liangping calmed down considerably. He began to think about how to use this incident to leave a good impression on Zhong Zhengguo.

After all, in officialdom, gaining the appreciation of superiors is the key to promotion.

. . . . . .

Half an hour later, Zhong Zhengguo received a call from his daughter and immediately called Ji Changming, the chief prosecutor of Handong Province.

"Comrade Ji Changming, what's wrong with you?"

"Secretary Zhong, you..." Ji Changming was startled and quickly stood up. Although Zhong Zhengguo couldn't see him.

Zhong Zhengguo's voice was deep and powerful: "Comrade Ji Changming. The 116 case is clearly a matter for the procuratorial system. How could you allow the Handong Provincial State Security Bureau to take away an important witness?"