The crackdown on organized crime began with the arrest of the mother-in-law.

After half an hour.

County Party Committee Meeting Room No. 3.

This is Gao Qingshan's favorite meeting room.

The announcements of his promotion to county head and county party secretary were both made in this office.

After that, all matters concerning the adjustment of cadres in Zhulin County were decided here.

In the county government compound, this meeting room is commonly known as the cradle of cadres in Zhulin County.

"What's going on? Why is there a sudden need to convene a Standing Committee meeting?"

"I don't know, I was in a meeting at work and was called here at the last minute."

Several members of the Standing Committee whispered among themselves, wondering why a Standing Committee meeting was suddenly being convened.

"I heard that Secretary Qingshan made this request on short notice, apparently because of an appointment by the Public Security Bureau."

Someone suddenly spoke up, and everyone looked at each other and understood what was going on.

The Public Security Bureau listens to the county head.

The appointment by the Public Security Bureau is the same as the appointment by the county magistrate.

It seems that Secretary Qingshan's purpose this time... is to target Chen Mingguang?

A moment later, all the members of the county party committee standing committee, including Gao Qingshan and Chen Mingguang, arrived.

"Cough cough."

Gao Qingshan cleared his throat, looked around as usual, and showed a kind expression.

He showed none of the seriousness and anger he had displayed when reprimanding Zhou Xuexi in the meeting room.

Having risen to the position of county party secretary, Gao Qingshan had long since mastered the art of concealing his emotions.

Whether he makes his subordinates happy or angry, it's all what he wants others to see.

Just like when I reprimanded Zhou Xuexi in the office.

He knew very well that Zhou Xuexi must have reported Qin Chuan's appointment to Chen Mingguang.

It's less about being dissatisfied with Zhou Xuexi and more about being dissatisfied with Chen Mingguang.

The reason Gao Qingshan was so angry about Qin Chuan's promotion was not only because he felt his authority had been violated, but also because dealing with Qin Chuan would become more difficult.

The procedures for dealing with a section-level cadre are completely different from those for dealing with a deputy section-level cadre.

If he were merely the deputy captain of the criminal investigation team, a section-level cadre, it would be a matter of a single word if a pretext were found.

But the captain is different. As a deputy section-level cadre, in addition to reasons, he also needs to be brought to the Standing Committee for punishment.

"Comrades, we are holding this Standing Committee meeting today on two agenda items."

"First, we need to study and convey the important spirit of Xing'an City regarding investment promotion."

The Standing Committee members remained silent; everyone knew that the study and dissemination were just a pretext, and the important issues were the following topics.

"Secondly, the Public Security Bureau Chief, Comrade Zhou Xuexi, violated the cadre appointment procedures and must make a self-criticism at the Standing Committee meeting."

coming! coming!

This is the highlight!

As expected, Chen Mingguang was the first to raise a different opinion.

"Secretary Qingshan, what exactly is this procedural violation you're referring to?"

Chen Mingguang knew, of course, that Gao Qingshan was referring to Qin Chuan's promotion.

But he couldn't bring himself to say it.

Pretend you don't know.

Otherwise, wouldn't that be blatantly telling everyone that I, Chen Mingguang, was the one who did this?

"It seems that County Magistrate Mingguang should pay more attention to the work of the County Public Security Bureau."

Gao Qingshan gave a firm but not overly firm rebuttal, and continued, "Yesterday afternoon, the Public Security Bureau actually issued the appointment of the captain of the Criminal Investigation Brigade without the approval of the county party committee."

"The county magistrate of Mingguang is unaware of this matter?"

Chen Mingguang suddenly realized and said "Oh".

"That's what Secretary Qingshan was talking about."

Chen Mingguang turned his head and looked at everyone: "Since Secretary Qingshan just mentioned this, I'd like to share some good news with you all."

"Thanks to Secretary Qingshan's last trip to Xing'an City to communicate and report, our county's Criminal Investigation Brigade has been awarded a collective second-class merit!"

"The document was just issued yesterday."

"Oh? That's a good thing."

"A second-class merit, that's no easy feat."

Several members of the Standing Committee expressed their opinions.

Chen Mingguang continued, "Not only that, Comrade Qin Chuan, the former deputy captain of the Criminal Investigation Brigade and now the captain of the Criminal Investigation Brigade, made a great contribution while on a business trip in Xing'an City and has been awarded a first-class merit by his superiors!"

A first-class merit award?

No one else really knew about this.

Over the years, only a few police officers who sacrificed their lives in Zhulin County have been awarded the First-Class Merit Citation.

Qin Chuan is the first person to receive a first-class merit award while still alive.

"The relevant documents have been issued, and the Municipal Bureau has instructed us to vigorously promote and utilize such exemplary police officers."

"Comrade Qin Chuan is hereby appointed as the captain of the Criminal Investigation Brigade of our county's Public Security Bureau!"

Chen Mingguang's words made it very clear.

Qin Chuan's promotion was mainly due to two factors.

One of them was awarded a first-class merit.

The second reason is that superiors require a promotion.

Therefore, from a procedural standpoint, Qin Chuan's promotion was perfectly legitimate.

Gao Qingshan knew, of course, that Qin Chuan had earned a first-class merit; he had just read the documents.

“County Chief Mingguang is right. Qin Chuan has brought honor to our Zhulin County this time. However, regarding Qin Chuan’s promotion, the higher-level public security department must also go through the Zhulin County Party Committee.”

"The Public Security Bureau issued a document directly; does that mean they don't respect the county party committee?"

Everyone was slightly taken aback; Gao Qingshan was putting a bit too much pressure on them.

However, Gao Qingshan was actually right.

The public security system is not under vertical management, but rather under local management.

Higher authorities can offer suggestions, but they cannot bypass Zhulin County.

Of course, in reality, no county committee would fall out with its superiors over promoting a criminal police captain who had received a first-class merit award.

Chen Mingguang glanced at Gao Qingshan, who was sitting firmly in the first seat. He knew that Gao Qingshan was determined to show off his power today.

In fact, the reason Chen Mingguang did not report to Gao Qingshan was to deflate the other party's arrogance.

"Secretary Qingshan, it was my oversight. Now that everyone is here, let's make a statement about Qin Chuan's promotion."

Chen Mingguang has achieved his goal; now it's time to back down.

"Humph!"

Gao Qingshan snorted coldly, his tone suddenly turning serious: "The documents have already been issued, what's the point of making a statement now?"

"How could we possibly disagree?"

"County Magistrate Mingguang, I think Zhou Xuexi should make a self-criticism for this matter and make sure it doesn't happen again!"

With the approval of his superiors and Qin Chuan having earned a first-class merit, his promotion was inevitable.

Gao Qingshan didn't intend to stop him, but if he could embarrass Chen Mingguang and make Zhou Xuexi make a self-criticism, he would feel better.

More importantly, Gao Qingshan wanted these Standing Committee members to know who really had the final say in Zhulin County.

Don't assume that just because Dou Sihai is in trouble, you're in trouble too; don't be so fickle.

Chen Mingguang understood Gao Qingshan's meaning, but since things had already come to this point, any further obstruction would only lead to a complete breakdown in relations.

Forget it.

Since he promoted Qin Chuan without Qin Chuan's involvement, it's even if Qin Chuan makes him look bad now.

"Okay, let's do as Secretary Qingshan says."

"Zhou Xuexi, come in."

Wow!

The conference room door opened, but it wasn't Zhou Xuexi who entered.

Instead, it was three middle-aged men wearing black Zhongshan suits.

"who are you?!"

Gao Qingshan frowned. Who dared to barge into his conference room number three? Did they have a death wish?

Gao Qingshan didn't know these three people, but the county discipline inspection secretary did.

"Director Zhang from the Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection?"

Just as he was about to get up, the other party didn't greet him but went straight to Gao Qingshan.

"Gao Qingshan, we are from the Third Discipline Inspection and Supervision Office of the Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection. You are suspected of serious violations of laws and regulations. Please come with us and cooperate with our investigation!"