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

That evening, Kong Zhao and Ji Ming arrived in Longzhou, where Lin Yi hosted a banquet to welcome them.

Because it was a sensitive period, Lin Yi did not invite Wei Jun, Ma Zhiguo, and Liu Bo to accompany him. He had a meal with the two of them alone, and the three of them drank two bottles of wine, not even getting slightly tipsy.

After dinner, Lin Yi said to Ji Ming, "Ji Ming, Ninghai is the number one economic city in Southeast Province, and Longzhou is the fourth. I'm sorry to trouble you to come and help me."

“Secretary Lin, Secretary Zhong sent me to work in the Southeast Province to help you solve your problems. I was a little unaccustomed to your sudden transfer from Ninghai, but now that I’m by your side, I feel at ease,” Ji Ming said with a smile.

For him, it didn't matter where he worked in Southeast Province; what mattered was being by Lin Yi's side. Even if his progress was slow for the time being, it didn't matter, because he was sure there would be a rich reward in the future.

Moreover, in his view, Lin Yi's work ability is truly outstanding. No matter where he is in charge, he has many highlights. It would be difficult not to achieve political success by working alongside Lin Yi.

The next morning at nine o'clock, the Longzhou Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection convened a city-wide meeting of its cadres.

Lin Yi and Ye Rui, member of the Standing Committee of the Municipal Party Committee and Minister of Organization, attended the meeting. The secretaries of the discipline inspection commissions of all counties (cities) and districts, the middle-level deputy cadres of all departments, inspection teams and dispatched discipline inspection and supervision teams of the Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection and Supervision, the secretaries of the discipline inspection and supervision work committees of municipal organs, and the secretaries of the discipline inspection commissions of all municipal state-owned enterprises, hospitals, universities and public institutions participated in the meeting.

At the start of the meeting, Ye Rui announced the decision of the Provincial Party Committee: "Comrades, on behalf of the Organization Department of the Provincial Party Committee and the Municipal Party Committee, I hereby announce the decision of the Provincial Party Committee to appoint Comrade Ji Ming as a member of the Ninghai Municipal Party Committee, a member of the Standing Committee, and Secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission."

"Clap clap..."

As Ye Rui finished speaking, enthusiastic applause erupted in the room, and the cadres below the stage all turned their attention to Ji Ming, who was sitting to Lin Yi's right.

Many of them had a slightly solemn expression. Among them were people from the Chen family, as well as confidants of He Jianhua, the former secretary of the municipal discipline inspection commission.

They all knew very well that Ji Ming had been transferred from Ninghai to Longzhou to serve as the secretary of the municipal discipline inspection commission, bearing Lin Yi's label, and was there to help Lin Yi eliminate people.

After Ji Ming takes office, his first sword strike will most likely be aimed at them!

Soon, everyone's attention turned to Lin Yi.

Lin Yi delivered a speech: "Comrades, this personnel adjustment is an important decision made by the Provincial Party Committee after comprehensive consideration and careful study, based on the need to strengthen the construction of provincial-level leadership teams. It fully reflects the Provincial Party Committee's concern and attention to the construction of the Longzhou municipal-level leadership teams and the work of discipline inspection and supervision."

A few days ago, the Provincial Public Security Department launched a crackdown on drugs and organized crime, dismantling the Chenjiazai drug den and arresting the criminals involved in the Chenjiazai drug manufacturing case. The Chenjiazai drug manufacturing case not only reveals problems within the municipal public security system but also demonstrates serious deficiencies in the municipal discipline inspection commission's supervision of cadres and its handling of officials who violate discipline and the law. The municipal party committee has demanded that the municipal discipline inspection commission, in its future work, resolutely promote the rectification of conduct, discipline enforcement, and anti-corruption efforts in Longzhou, purifying the political environment and providing strong political and disciplinary guarantees for Longzhou's economic and social development through strict discipline…”

"Clap clap..."

As Lin Yi finished speaking, the audience erupted in enthusiastic applause once again.

Those officials in the audience who had something to hide felt even more heavy-hearted!

Subsequently, Ji Ming delivered his inaugural speech, stating that he would resolutely implement the work instructions of Secretary Lin and the Municipal Party Committee, and make every effort to promote integrity, discipline, anti-corruption, and the purification of the political environment.

After the meeting, Ji Ming and Ye Rui accompanied Lin Yi out of the venue, only to see He Jianhua, the former secretary of the Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection, loitering outside.

When He Jianhua saw Lin Yi and the other two come out, he quickly came up to them and asked humbly, "Secretary Lin, I have completed the handover procedures and would like to have a private chat with you. Is that alright?"

"Let's go to the reception room." Lin Yi nodded.

Soon, Lin Yi and He Jianhua arrived at the reception room.

"Pfft!"

After closing the door to the reception room, He Jianhua knelt down and begged Lin Yi for forgiveness, saying, "Secretary Lin, please give me a chance to reform!"

"Comrade He Jianhua, if that's how you are, then we have nothing to talk about. Stand up and speak." Lin Yi said expressionlessly.

He Jianhua stood up, bowed, and said, "Secretary Lin, I was wrong..."

"What did you do wrong?" Lin Yi interrupted coldly.

“I failed to strictly perform my duties and did not do a good job in supervising cadres. Instead, I colluded with Chen Yang and others to protect cadres who violated discipline and the law, which seriously damaged the political ecology of Longzhou.” He Jianhua gritted his teeth and chose to betray Chen Yang, but did not confess to accepting bribes.

Lin Yi said coldly, "Comrade He Jianhua, whether you are suspected of violating discipline or breaking the law, begging me will be useless. I cannot decide how to deal with you, but I can give you two suggestions."

"You say."

"First, truthfully report the problems existing in the political environment of Longzhou to Comrade Ji Ming and the joint investigation team! Second, proactively confess your personal problems to the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection!"

"Okay, thank you, Secretary Lin!"

He Jianhua quickly expressed his gratitude, knowing in his heart that only by doing as Lin Yi said could he possibly receive a lighter sentence.

Because the joint investigation team is now in charge of investigating and handling the Chenjiazai drug manufacturing case, the organization's decision on his handling will most likely be based on the joint investigation team's opinion.

Lin Yi said no more and went to Ji Ming's office after leaving the reception room.

"Secretary Ji, He Jianhua just came to see me..."

After Lin Yi entered, he told Ji Ming about He Jianhua's visit and then reminded him, "He Jianhua has a lot of information. If he finds you, try your best to extract all the information from him, as it will be an important clue for investigating and punishing cadres who violate discipline and the law. In addition, we must first secure our internal affairs before dealing with external threats. You need to clean up the corrupt elements in the discipline inspection team and promote and give important positions to cadres from other places."

"Secretary Lin, I've noted it all down. Please rest assured, I will definitely cultivate a disciplined and iron-willed team of disciplinary inspectors in Longzhou, resolutely investigate and punish cadres who violate discipline and the law, thoroughly rectify conduct and enforce discipline, and purify the political environment of Longzhou!" Ji Ming made a solemn pledge.

Lin Yi nodded, then patted Ji Ming on the shoulder, entrusting him with the important task of discipline inspection.

3pm.

Accompanied by Ye Rui, member of the Standing Committee of the Municipal Party Committee and Minister of the Organization Department, Lin Yi attended the city's political and legal cadres' conference.

The conference was held in the auditorium of the Municipal Public Security Bureau. Middle-level and above cadres from the Municipal Procuratorate, the Court and the Public Security Bureau, secretaries of the Political and Legal Committees of all counties (cities) and districts, and middle-level and above cadres from all departments of the Municipal Political and Legal Committee attended the meeting.

After the meeting began, Ye Rui announced Kong Zhao's appointment, Lin Yi gave a speech, and Kong Zhao gave a speech at the end.

"I firmly obey the decision of the Provincial Party Committee, and at the same time, I feel a great sense of responsibility and a glorious mission..."

Kong Zhao first stated his position, then said in a deep voice: "When Secretary Lin worked in the public security system, he once said three things that were 'no': no ​​criminals could escape justice, no criminal gangs could ride roughshod over the people, and no corrupt officials could be above the law! After the May 5.29th Chenjiazai conflict in Longzhou, Secretary Lin said another 'no': there is no place outside the law in the Republic! Today, I'm sharing these four 'no's' from Secretary Lin with you all. These four 'no's' are the future work standards for the Longzhou municipal political and legal system! I hope you will not only write them down in your notebooks, but also keep them in your hearts, and more importantly, implement them in every aspect of your work!"

Furthermore, as everyone knows, the Central Joint Investigation Team's deployment to Southeast Province to investigate and handle the Chenjiazai drug manufacturing case demonstrates the Central Committee's high level of attention to this case and also indicates its dissatisfaction with the political and legal work in Longzhou. Here, I remind those cadres suspected of involvement in this case: do not harbor any illusions. Surrendering yourself to the authorities is your only way out! I am only giving you two days. Within two days, those cadres who voluntarily surrender may be treated leniently. After two days, this door will be completely closed. The Political and Legal Affairs Commission, in conjunction with the Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection, will thoroughly investigate all cadres suspected of involvement in the Chenjiazai drug manufacturing case and acting as a protective umbrella for criminals. We guarantee a thorough investigation and zero tolerance!

Geek!

Hearing Kong Zhao's powerful words, the cadres in the audience who were suspected of violating discipline and laws were all deeply shocked.

It felt as if Kong Zhao wasn't giving an inaugural speech, but rather drawing the sword of law and holding it to their necks!

If Ji Ming's speech merely indicated a firm commitment to implementing Lin Yi's instructions to the Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection, then Kong Zhao's speech was even more direct: "As you all know, I am Secretary Lin's old subordinate. I am here to help Secretary Lin eliminate the bad elements in Longzhou's political and legal system, eradicate Longzhou's criminal gangs, and crack down on illegal and criminal activities in Longzhou—anyone who thinks they're tough enough can stick their head out and see if I don't chop them down!"

After the meeting, Lin Yi went to Kong Zhao's office.

Kong Zhao smiled and said, "Secretary, it feels so good to be back working by your side!"

"Thanks for your hard work."

Lin Yi patted Kong Zhao on the shoulder. Kong Zhao had followed him the longest, handled the most matters, and made great contributions.

Kong Zhao shook his head: "Secretary, it is my honor to work for you. There is no hardship involved."

"Kong Zhao, next, besides working with the Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection to purge the corrupt elements in the political and legal system and cooperating with the Central Joint Investigation Team, you must arrange for someone to handle Chen Xiaogang's rape case. This case must be airtight and the maximum sentence must be imposed!"

Lin Yi narrowed his eyes, his tone icy as he recalled the grievances recounted by Liu Fang, a girl from Longzhou Middle School.

The local faction, represented by the Chen family, has absolute power in Longzhou.

Provincial Party Secretary Zhang Dongfeng demanded that the stability of the cadre team in Longzhou City be ensured.

this day.

Lin Yi's right and left arms were in place.

With swords drawn, the massive purge of Longzhou has officially begun!