At the Pinnacle of Power: My Insider Report Alarms Bigwigs in Beijing's Elite Circle

As Lu Ming finished speaking, the two Standing Committee members, Deputy County Heads, Armed Forces Minister Zhang Jun, and County Head He Hua, all stared coldly at Zhang Tieshan.

They were putting pressure on Zhang Tieshan in this way, and also reminding him that playing with fire would get him burned.

The propaganda minister and the united front minister looked at Zhang Tieshan with puzzlement, as if to ask: Secretary Tieshan, County Chief Lin is currently a rising star in Dongjiang's officialdom. Why are you provoking him? Are you looking for trouble?

however--

Zhang Tieshan had already made a solemn pledge to Wei Dongqing, so he naturally wouldn't back down: "Comrade Lu Ming, don't make false accusations!"

“Comrade Zhang Tieshan, we all heard your statement just now. You didn’t even investigate the specific situation before accusing Comrade Lin Yi and slandering the County Public Security Bureau. Comrade Lu Ming refuted you with reason and evidence, so how did that become slander?” County Chief He Hua spoke up in support of Lu Ming.

Zhang Tieshan denied it, stubbornly saying, "Comrade He Hua, my speech just now strictly followed the regulations of the democratic life meeting to raise the issue of Comrade Lin Yi. I admit that I did not investigate the specific situation clearly, but I had no intention of engaging in struggle; I was merely fulfilling my work responsibilities."

“Fine, Comrade Zhang Tieshan, even if you didn’t engage in any struggle sessions, as the deputy secretary of the county party committee and secretary of the discipline inspection commission, isn’t it wrong of you to make baseless accusations against Comrade Lin Yi without any factual basis, thus undermining the unity among comrades?” He Hua questioned coldly.

Zhang Tieshan's expression changed, and he could only bite the bullet and say, "When I asked Comrade Lin Yi a question just now, there were indeed some inappropriate things."

"Since you admit you were wrong, then I suggest that, in order to unite your comrades and maintain the stability of the team, you apologize to Comrade Lin Yi right now!"

He Hua made the suggestion in a cold voice.

Originally, Zhang Tieshan had helped Zhou Hongjian, the former county party secretary, to suppress He Hua.

Now that Zhang Tieshan is helping Wei Dongqing suppress Lin Yi, how could He Hua possibly let Zhang Tieshan off easily?

Lu Ming was the first to express his support: "I agree with County Chief He's suggestion!"

"agree."

"agree."

"agree."

Armed Forces Minister Zhang Jun and two Standing Committee members who were also deputy county heads also expressed their opinions, feeling that Zhang Tieshan had not figured out the difference between the two kings!

How could Wei Dongqing possibly suppress Lin Yi now?

Zhang Tieshan's face was grim. He glanced at Wei Dongqing out of the corner of his eye, implying to Wei Dongqing that he couldn't hold on any longer and that Wei Dongqing needed to step forward and speak.

Wei Dongqing understood immediately. He took a sip of tea and said righteously, "Comrades, the purpose of a democratic life meeting is criticism and self-criticism. Secretary Tieshan just criticized Comrade Lin Yi, which is in accordance with organizational regulations. Of course, it's wrong of Secretary Tieshan not to investigate the specific situation thoroughly, but is it really necessary to demand that he apologize at the meeting? Otherwise, how can we hold this democratic life meeting?"

"Comrade Wei Dongqing, I heard that you embezzled ten million!"

Just then, Lin Yi suddenly spoke up. He didn't address Wei Dongqing by his official title, but instead addressed him as "comrade" in a "friendly" manner.

Embezzling ten million?

Zhang Tieshan and the Organization Minister looked at Wei Dongqing with expressions of shock!

He Hua and the others stared at Wei Dongqing in shock!

Wei Dongqing was transferred from another place.

Their understanding of Wei Dongqing was limited to some official documents; they knew nothing about Wei Dongqing's specific circumstances.

"What did you say?!"

Wei Dongqing was so angry that his blood pressure spiked again.

He is one of the representatives of the younger generation of the Wei family, and he also has the support of the Zhao family. He is not short of money at all, so how could he possibly embezzle?

"Oh, I misremembered, it seems you embezzled a hundred million!"

Lin Yi smiled jokingly.

He Hua and the others were unaware of Wei Dongqing's previous positions, and Lin Yi was also unclear about it.

There was no information about Wei Dongqing in his memories of his previous life.

But that doesn't mean he can't confront Wei Dongqing, right?

Wei Dongqing realized that Lin Yi was toying with him and angrily said:

"Comrade Lin Yi, I hope you understand that we are holding a democratic life meeting now, so please don't talk nonsense and mislead other comrades!"

"Hehe, so Wei Dongqing gets angry when he hears unfounded accusations. I was deeply impressed by your perspective and magnanimity after hearing your speech, but it seems I was overthinking it. Your heart and magnanimity are still a little lacking compared to mine. Well, at least I didn't have a heated argument with Comrade Zhang Tieshan on the spot, right?" Lin Yi said with a smile.

"—"

Wei Dongqing trembled with anger, momentarily at a loss for words.

He Hua, Lu Ming, Zhang Jun, and the two deputy county heads who were also members of the Standing Committee realized that Lin Yi was using his own methods against him. They felt a sense of satisfaction, but at the same time, their lips curled up slightly as they tried to suppress their smiles.

When it comes to roasting people, you have to be County Chief Lin!

The propaganda minister and the united front minister secretly marveled at Lin Yi's quick thinking and sharp tongue!

If Lin Yi had also strongly demanded an apology from Zhang Tieshan, he would have inevitably been accused of forming cliques and suppressing comrades. But now it's different; everyone is even, so no one can claim to be superior!

As expected, Lin Yi immediately followed up with, "Regarding Comrade Zhang Tieshan's unfounded accusations just now, I won't make him apologize. I wonder, does Comrade Wei Dongqing need me to apologize?"

"unnecessary."

Wei Dongqing was furious, but he could only swallow his anger. He then glared at Zhang Tieshan and said, "Comrade Tieshan, you may continue speaking, but I would like to remind you that you can ask questions, but you must be truthful."

"Okay, Secretary Wei."

Knowing he had just botched the task assigned by Wei Dongqing, Zhang Tieshan quickly responded, then said, "Comrade Lin Yi, let's set aside the issue of relevant county units and individuals dining at your uncle's restaurant for now. Next, I'll discuss your personal assets. Everyone knows your father is a railway worker and your mother is a teacher at Qinghe No. 1 Middle School; their incomes aren't very high. But just now, you said that the money your uncle Lin Zhengguang used to open the restaurant was borrowed from you. Also, I heard that you bought your parents an apartment in the best neighborhood in Qinghe. May I ask, where did your money come from?"

"According to the current regulations on asset reporting for national civil servants, only cadres at the level of division chief and above are required to report their personal and family assets to the organization. Therefore, I did not report to the organization, which did not violate the organization's regulations."

Lin Yi first cited the regulations, then stared coldly at Zhang Tieshan, saying each word clearly: "Comrade Zhang Tieshan, I'd like to kindly remind you that this is a democratic life meeting, not a case being handled by you, the county discipline inspection secretary. You have no right to inquire about my personal privacy! And I have no obligation to answer your question, understand?"

Zhang Tieshan's face instantly darkened, as if Lin Yi had slapped him across the face from afar.

Seeing this, Wei Dongqing said again, "Comrade Tieshan, regarding the issues you just mentioned concerning Comrade Lin Yi, there is a lack of factual evidence. I suggest that the county discipline inspection commission go down and verify it."

"Yes, Secretary Wei." Zhang Tieshan accepted the order.

"Let me finish speaking."

Wei Dongqing raised an eyebrow and continued, "First, the county discipline inspection commission should verify the issue of Shen Chuchu, deputy director of the county public security bureau, and other relevant personnel from other units dining at Qinghe Zhiguang Restaurant to see if there was any transfer of benefits."

"Secretary Wei, this issue has already been discussed. It doesn't exist at all. Why do we still need to investigate it?"

Wei Dongqing had barely stated the first point when He Hua immediately refuted it.

"Comrade He Hua, who can guarantee there won't be any problems? Can you guarantee it? Or can Comrade Lin Yi guarantee it? Do you have any evidence?"

Wei Dongqing's questions left He Hua speechless.

Although he knew that Lin Yi was upright and had nothing to fear from investigation, he also knew that Wei Dongqing was deliberately trying to annoy Lin Yi!

Lin Yi was perfectly aware of the situation, but he remained silent, wanting to see what Wei Dongqing's ultimate goal was.

Reason told him that if Wei Dongqing was only trying to annoy him, there was no need to make such a big fuss today!

"Secondly, since the democratic life meeting raised the possibility that there may be problems with Comrade Lin Yi's personal and family assets, Comrade Lin Yi should submit a statement on his personal and family assets to the organization for verification by the county discipline inspection commission."

As expected, after answering the second question, Wei Dongqing revealed his true intentions.

“I also have a question related to Comrade Lin Yi. Recently, I have often heard people say that Comrade Lin Yi and Comrade Shen Chuchu from the County Public Security Bureau are dating. Originally, both of them were single, so there was no problem with them dating. But these past two days I have also heard that Comrade Lin Yi has a girlfriend, but it is not Comrade Shen Chuchu.”

"Comrade Wei Dongqing, you just specifically reminded Comrade Zhang Tieshan that questions should be based on evidence. How come you're going back on your word now? Can what you've heard even be considered a question?"

He Hua's expression changed; he knew that Wei Dongqing was going to use Lin Yi's lifestyle as a pretext to attack him.

"Comrade He Hua, please don't be anxious. Let me finish. We all know that Comrade Lin Yi is now a role model for all Party members and cadres in the province, and he's even been featured on the news, so he's considered a public figure. I'm worried that Comrade Lin Yi has problems with his personal conduct and is having an improper relationship with Shen Chuchu. This will not only affect his personal image, but also the image of the Qinghe County Party Committee and County Government, and even the image of cadres in Dongjiang Province! To avoid all of this, the organization department should investigate and verify. If there's no problem, that's best; if there is, we should nip it in the bud as soon as possible. What do you all think?"

Wei Dongqing looked righteous and awe-inspiring, then turned his gaze to Lin Yi:

Is being the son-in-law of the Xu family so easy?

Once it's discovered that you and Shen Chuchu have an improper relationship, not only will you be barred from becoming the Xu family's son-in-law, but we can also deal with you and Shen Chuchu!

The struggle has escalated!

Upon hearing Wei Dongqing's words again, He Hua and the others all frowned.

If Wei Dongqing's previous conflict with Lin Yi was merely a work-related matter and within the bounds of the rules, then...

Now that Wei Dongqing is using both the Discipline Inspection Commission and the Organization Department to investigate Lin Yi's personal assets and lifestyle, the nature of the investigation has completely changed.

This led to an argument between two people. At first, they were just insulting and shoving each other, but now they're pulling out knives to stab each other!

"Okay, then let's investigate."

Lin Yi narrowed his eyes slightly and accepted the challenge directly.

This battle will be fought to the death!