Nominal: The pinnacle of power began in the sixth province of Handong.

Gao Yuliang was also thinking about it.

He did not want to make any further comments regarding Hou Liangping's actions.

After all, it was already discussed at the five-person group meeting, which is equivalent to setting the tone.

Those who aren't officials with problems wouldn't be saying this here.

Gao Yuliang felt that there was now a better entry point.

Hou Liangping was investigating Ouyang Qing.

Through Qi Tongwei, I also learned that there was indeed some ambiguity between Shanshui Group and Ouyang Qing.

If at this moment, instead of mentioning Hou Liangping, I could steer the conversation towards Ouyang Qing.

Li Dakang will likely also be implicated.

A rare opportunity.

Gao Yuliang had just opened his mouth when he said:

"I think..."

"I think Secretary Dakang is completely innocent. He's been working tirelessly for the economic development of Handong, yet someone is stabbing him in the back," Xia Qing interrupted Gao Yuliang, speaking directly.

"Comrade Hou Liangping's behavior is already quite egregious. If everyone acts like this, which cadre in Handong will dare to wholeheartedly serve the people and promote the development of Handong? They'll all be worried about whether their own backyard is on fire."

"To put it bluntly, it wouldn't be surprising if one day we Standing Committee members came home to find our families missing or our homes ransacked! To stop a car in the street and take away your wife right in front of us? That's utterly outrageous!"

Xia Qing became more and more excited as she spoke, and even slammed her hand on the table, a rare occurrence for her.

None of the others had ever seen Xia Qing so excited, and Sha Ruijin quickly smiled and told Xia Qing to relax.

Xia Qing then opened the thermos and took a big gulp, still seething with anger.

Gao Yuliang observed Xia Qing's actions and suddenly realized what was happening.

Xia Qing was giving herself a message.

Xia Qing's attitude just now actually represented the attitude of Sha Ruijin and the other two towards this matter.

In other words, Li Dakang is innocent and needs to be appeased.

Hou Liangping needs to be dealt with.

This attitude is the keynote of this meeting.

If I had acted impulsively and done the opposite, I would have fired directly at Ouyang Qing and Li Dakang.

The consequences would be unimaginable.

Thinking of this, Gao Yuliang glanced gratefully at Xia Qing, who was still angry, and raised his hand.

At Sha Ruijin's behest, Gao Yuliang earnestly said:

"First, I must make a self-criticism. The procedural irregularities in our political and legal system are a dereliction of duty on my part as the secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission. Afterwards, I will immediately launch an education and rectification campaign and self-examination and self-correction work throughout the province to ensure that similar incidents do not happen again."

"I feel sympathy and indignation for Comrade Dakang's ordeal. Hou Liangping's behavior not only disregards rules and regulations, but also seems to provoke the entire Standing Committee. I suggest he be severely punished as a warning to others."

When Gao Yuliang spoke, the reactions of the other three people, apart from Xia Qing, were somewhat intriguing.

Tian Guofu smiled dismissively and shrank back.

Governor Liu frowned and nodded occasionally at Gao Yuliang's remarks.

Sha Ruijin remained expressionless, but kept his eyes fixed on Gao Yuliang, listening intently.

Then, Governor Liu said he had no objection and would abide by the decision of the group.

Tian Guofu also expressed his stance of severely punishing those responsible.

It seems that Tian Guofu's attitude is exactly the same as Sha Ruijin's.

If I were to actually fire at Ouyang Qing, I'm afraid I'd be in for another rude awakening.

Fortunately, Xia Qing relayed the message.

Furthermore, Xia Qing's vivid and expressive statement conveyed his anger and concern to everyone present.

This made his subsequent remarks seem perfectly logical!

Gao Yuliang felt increasingly grateful to Xia Qing.

After listening to everyone's remarks, Sha Ruijin said:

"After listening to everyone's opinions, I basically agree to take action against Hou Liangping and Chen Hai."

"The specific handling measures will be approved by the Standing Committee."

Xia Qing nodded, then raised her hand to indicate:

"Secretary Sha, I have another point. Given the procedural irregularities in Hou Liangping's handling of the case, I strongly suspect that he has committed similar irregularities in previous cases as well."

"Therefore, I propose that after Hou Liangping's handling of the matter is approved, the five bureau chiefs of Guangming District who are still under investigation in the Anti-Corruption Bureau should be taken out immediately and allowed to return to their posts to stabilize the relevant matters of Dafeng Factory."

Gao Yuliang sat to one side, his face solemn.

Even though he had a rough idea of ​​Xia Qing's purpose, he was still incredibly shocked to see her advance step by step.

It all started when Hou Liangping took away cadres from Guangming District, leading to a sudden change in the situation at Dafeng Factory.

Xia Qing had already planned the entire process!

They made contact with the Shanshui Group and obtained information about Ouyang Qing.

Using Ouyang Qing's intelligence, they lured Hou Liangping into a trap.

Deal with Hou Liangping and bring back the bureau chiefs from Guangming District!

Then, he took these five bureau chiefs with him, along with the initiative he had gained from the Shanshui Group.

Guide the Shanshui Group and Dafeng Factory to continue negotiations!

Finally, the Dafeng Factory incident was resolved, and these bureau chiefs were successfully promoted.

The workers were extremely grateful to Xia Qing.

The bureau chiefs became Xia Qing's loyal supporters.

Xia Qing's network of connections inexplicably appeared in Li Dakang's territory!

Every step is perfectly linked, leaving no room for error!

Gao Yuliang also learned from Qi Tongwei's report that...

Xia Qing also gained the unexpected benefit of having Cheng Du!

Now, even Qi Tongwei has Xia Qing's people around him.

Every move is deadly, every move is an open secret.

Overt schemes are the most unavoidable.

Thinking of this, Gao Yuliang leaned back, looked at the ceiling of the conference room, and said nothing more.

After hearing Xia Qing's proposal, Sha Ruijin pondered it carefully and said:

"You make a good point. Here's what we'll do: after the meeting, notify Ji Changming that Chen Hai and Hou Liangping are suspended from all their duties pending further action, and allow the five bureau chiefs of Guangming District to return to their posts."

As Sha Ruijin said this, he looked at Gao Yuliang, who immediately nodded and said:

"Implement this immediately after the meeting."

Sha Ruijin looked at everyone and then said:

"We still need to appease Comrade Dakang and give each other a dignified resolution."

Governor Liu smiled and said:

"I'll leave that to Secretary Sha to review; I have no objections."

"Alright, that's all for now. Meeting adjourned," Sha Ruijin said.

Everyone left the meeting room.

Xia Qing and Gao Yuliang walked together toward Building No. 2.

Suddenly, Governor Liu caught up and walked up to the two of them with a smile.

Xia Qing and Gao Yuliang quickly bowed slightly and said:

"Governor."

"Oh dear, with a talent like Comrade Xia Qing in Handong, this old man can finally retire in peace," Governor Liu joked, rubbing his arm as he spoke.

Gao Yuliang smiled and said:

"How about we apply to our superiors to have you rehired?"

"No, no, no, Secretary Yuliang, please don't bother this old man!" Governor Liu quickly waved his hand, and the three of them burst into laughter.

Upon arriving outside Building No. 1, Governor Liu's car was already waiting.

"Then I'll head back to the provincial government. Please wait a moment." Governor Liu stepped into the back seat of the car, then looked at Xia Qing and said:

"That young Hou won't be dealt with too severely, but those behind him will have to pay a hefty price. Minister Xia, you've certainly reaped quite a harvest! Hahaha!"

After Governor Liu finished speaking, he gestured to his secretary to close the car door.

The car sped away, leaving Xia Qing behind with a meaningful look in her eyes.

It seems this former governor has simply reached retirement age and is no longer interested in anything else.

If he were on stage, this grand drama in Handong would be even more spectacular!