EFB Chapter 90 Hou, Fish!
Chapter 90 Hou, Fish!
The Procuratorate and the Anti-Corruption Bureau Command Center.
Hou Liangping sat in the commander-in-chief's seat with a dark expression.
Unlike before, this time no one comforted him, and no one asked, "What's wrong?"
Everyone seemed to take Hou Liangping's sullen behavior for granted.
This time, it's the story of Hou Liangping being humiliated by Xia Qing.
The news had already spread throughout the entire procuratorate, thanks to Lin Huahua.
In addition, after Hou Liangping returned to the procuratorate, he was subjected to a barrage of insults from Ji Changming.
This further confirms the authenticity of Lin Huahua's story.
The way everyone in the anti-corruption bureau looked at Hou Liangping was somewhat gloating.
Hou Liangping himself is still reeling from the shock.
He was unaware that Xia Qing, who was visiting him for the first time and was extremely polite to him, was actually quite different.
Why did they treat me so disrespectfully during our most recent meeting, even telling me to "get lost"—such a vulgar thing?
That's undignified, utterly undignified.
He was a cadre parachuted in from Beijing.
It is also a representative of a large family.
One must have a basic sense of decency.
Hou Liangping believes he has done a good job in this regard.
At the same time, he became even more curious about Xia Qing's wife.
Xia Qing refused to answer questions or cooperate with the investigation.
It may seem tough, but in Hou Liangping's peculiar thought process, this is precisely a sign that Xia Qing lacks confidence.
In addition, the recent announcement from the Organization Department stated that the investigation team has been disbanded and the investigation has been terminated.
This further confirms Hou Liangping's speculation.
Xia Qing is most likely a real "naked official" (official whose family members have emigrated abroad).
Such a person serves as the Minister of Organization.
This is an absolute blasphemy against the people!
With this in mind, Hou Liangping decided to rely on his own abilities to tear off the mask of Xia Qing, this corrupt official!
He stood up, walked to the technician's side, and whispered:
"Hey, can we find out about the family members of the provincial Party committee's organization minister...?"
Upon hearing this, the technician immediately said:
"Director Hou, that's impossible! I don't want to lose my job investigating the family members of a provincial standing committee member without permission!"
"Keep your voice down, you bastard!" Hou Liangping slapped the other man's shoulder hard in annoyance, then turned and walked over to another technician beside him, whispering:
"Could we...?"
"Director Hou." The technician turned around, a half-smile on his face.
"You forgot about me? I looked into Ouyang Qing for you. As a result, Hai Ge was demoted, but you're fine."
"Me!" Hou Liangping was caught off guard and speechless.
He was about to ask a few more people when he heard a familiar, hearty laugh behind him:
"Monkey, this is indeed a difficult matter. Don't make things difficult for them."
Upon hearing the voice, everyone turned around in disbelief.
Lin Huahua was the first to react, and exclaimed in surprise:
"Director Chen!"
Then, every colleague from the Anti-Corruption Bureau put down their work and rushed to Chen Hai, gathering around him and asking him about his recent situation with concern.
Even Lu Yike, who usually doesn't have a friendly expression, stood quietly beside Chen Hai at this moment, staring at him with a smile in her eyes.
This treatment made Hou Liangping feel a pang of jealousy.
He didn't expect that the people in the anti-corruption bureau weren't too busy to deal with him, but genuinely didn't want to deal with him.
Why?
Chen Haiming was clearly only a demoted division-level official.
What makes him so beloved by everyone?
Hou Liangping stood frozen in place, feeling utterly humiliated, and could only use his power to regain his composure:
"What are you all doing? It's work time, get back here!"
The room fell silent upon hearing this.
Everyone looked at Hou Liangping in confusion, not understanding why he would break this long-awaited reunion.
Chen Hai knew his old classmate well, and he said softly to everyone:
"Go back to work, go back to work."
As soon as Chen Hai spoke, everyone reluctantly returned to their posts one after another.
This made Hou Liangping even angrier.
I have no say in anything, yet you listen to everything I say?
I can't tell the difference between the two kings!
Seeing Chen Hai walking towards him, Hou Liangping said coldly:
"Director Chen, what brings you here?"
Hearing Hou Liangping's sarcastic address of "Director," Chen Hai still spoke gently:
"Liangping, I'm here to give you a heads-up. We can't investigate Minister Xia's family members. I advise you not to have any other ideas."
Hou Liangping felt a surge of annoyance. In front of so many subordinates, Chen Hai dared to lecture him in the tone of a leader.
Does he still think he's the head of the anti-corruption bureau?
Right now, you're just a section chief!
"I'll say it again, Chen Hai, you don't seem to have the right to tell the deputy director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau how to do things."
Chen Hai was taken aback after hearing this.
The others, especially Lu Yike, slammed their fists on the table and stood up angrily, saying:
"Hou Liangping, you've gone too far. Don't you know why Chen Hai was demoted?"
The crowd stirred, and Chen Hai quickly reached out to stop them, saying:
"Everyone, work comes first, I'll be going now."
After Chen Hai finished speaking, he left on his own. Hou Liangping glared at him and then looked back at the people in the command center.
Seeing that everyone's expressions were not good, Hou Liangping left a harsh remark:
"Get to work! If you can't break through with the Shanshui Group and the Oil & Gas Group, I'll hold you accountable!"
After saying that, he followed them out.
Hou Liangping quietly followed behind Chen Hai.
He believes that although Chen Hai was dismissed from the investigation team and returned to the procuratorate.
But judging from Chen Hai's appearance, it didn't seem like he was forced to return to his original unit due to obstruction of the investigation.
It's more like they've achieved something.
He knew Chen Hai too well; there must be some secret about Chen Hai.
If we can find it...
Hou Liangping followed Chen Hai until Chen Hai returned to his office and put something in his drawer.
Then he went out.
Hou Liangping looked around to make sure no one was watching, then went up and opened the drawer.
Inside was an investigation report from the investigation team.
Hou Liangping knew that this was not something he should be looking at.
But a strong sense of curiosity compelled him to pick up the report.
He read it through.
Suddenly, it dawned on me.
It turns out that Chen Hai was in the investigation team, mainly investigating Bo Zhong's brokerage company.
It seems this is a transit point for officials whose family members have emigrated abroad!
Why not continue the investigation instead of terminating it prematurely?
After careful consideration, Hou Liangping came up with a shocking truth!
Since Xia Qing is suspected of being a "naked official" (an official whose family members have emigrated abroad).
Therefore, he is very likely to be the protector of this brokerage company!
This company is responsible for connecting officials with family members abroad with foreign forces, and profiting from the connection.
As the head of the corrupt officials in Handong, Xia Qing would naturally protect this company.
If that's the case, why did Xia Qing take the initiative to start the investigation?
Hou Liangping thought about it carefully again and came to a conclusion.
The thief cries "Stop thief!"
The most dangerous place is the safest place.
Xia Qing took the initiative to investigate officials with family members residing abroad, which conveniently covered up the fact that he himself was an official with family members residing abroad.
Just like corrupt officials, they are often the ones who shout the loudest about fighting corruption when they are on stage!
Having figured all this out, Hou Liangping felt his thinking was completely clear.
It seems necessary to make a trip to this brokerage firm!
Hou Liangping looked around to make sure no one was there, then took a picture of the report with his phone.
Then, he quickly left the office.
Quiet.
Half a minute later.
Chen Hai pushed open the door and walked to his desk, opening the drawer expressionlessly.
Then, he dialed a number and whispered:
"Minister Xia, the fish has taken the bait."