Qi Tongwei: Sign-in relationship started during student days

Chapter 1104 Retreating to Advance

Seeing Hou Liangping fall into a disadvantageous position, Zhao Lichun's heart skipped a beat—this son-in-law was the Zhao family's only hope for the future, and he had to protect him.

He immediately put down his teacup, his tone suddenly becoming stern: "What is this! You little brat, always causing trouble for your old senior! Let me tell you, this case is off the table right now, and you're not allowed to cause any more trouble! Otherwise, I'll call your chief prosecutor right now and suspend you from your duties!"

The implication of his words was obvious: ostensibly he was trying to pressure Hou Liangping, but in reality, he wanted to let Guo Huai-ren's case slide.

But would Qi Tongwei back down so easily? Since Hou Liangping dared to come to him with the case, challenging his bottom line, he had to see this game through to the end. He immediately pressed his advantage, his tone serious and brooking no argument:

"Governor Zhao, since Liangping has brought the issue to the forefront, we cannot turn a blind eye, much less cover it up. Regarding Comrade Guo Huai-ren's case, I suggest that the Handong Provincial Party Committee establish a special investigation team to conduct a thorough investigation."

If he has indeed embezzled and broken the law, then we should fight corruption and hold those responsible accountable without any leniency. If he is innocent, then the Handong Provincial Party Committee should come to a conclusion, clear his name, and give him justice.

Leaving the case unresolved and dragging it out not only desecrates the fairness of the law, but also tarnishes the reputation of Handong's judicial system and chills the hearts of the people!

Zhao Lichun's smile froze instantly: "Isn't it unnecessary to make such a fuss? Comrade Huai Ren is a veteran of the revolution, and I trust his decades of Party spirit."

Qi Tongwei refused to back down, saying, "Governor Zhao, you've made a mistake based on empiricism! Our teachers taught us back then that without investigation, you have no right to speak."

Whether Comrade Guo Huai-ren's Party spirit is pure or not, whether he is innocent or not, cannot be determined by our impressions or feelings; we must let the facts and the evidence speak for themselves!

He abruptly changed the subject, tapping the report on the table with his finger, his tone suddenly becoming meaningful: "Actually, none of these are the most crucial points."

Liangping, to be honest, your basic skills are still not solid enough.

According to the confidentiality regulations of the political and legal system, shouldn't such a preliminary investigation report, which hasn't yet been filed as a case, be kept confidential and not shown to unauthorized personnel?

Hou Liangping's face drained of color instantly, and he awkwardly rubbed his hands together: "Senior, it's all my fault for not thinking things through..."

“It’s pointless to say these things now.” Qi Tongwei raised his hand to interrupt him, his tone cold. “Everyone knows that I have had professional interactions with Comrade Guo Huai Ren, and we are not exactly close friends. According to the principle of recusal, I should have recused myself from this case.”

Alright, Liangping. To prevent information leaks that could affect subsequent investigations, I suggest your Anti-Corruption Bureau immediately initiate the case filing process and fully advance the investigation.

As for me, from now on, I will go to the provincial guesthouse for quarantine. Until the investigation is over, I voluntarily sever all contact with the outside world, will not answer any phone calls, and will not see any visitors, until the truth comes out.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Lichun's expression completely changed.

Qi Tongwei's move put him and Hou Liangping in a very difficult position!

A young alternate member of the Central Committee and deputy provincial-level official, the youngest in China's political arena, returned to Handong to visit his family, but was isolated and controlled by the local government under the pretext of "case avoidance," losing his freedom and contact.

If this gets back to the central government or the disciplinary inspection department, how will Zhao Lichun explain it?

Is it that he abused his power to suppress cadres, or that the political environment in Handong has become so chaotic that it is necessary to "isolate" a young cadre trusted by the central government in order to control the risks?

No matter what, he won't get away with it!

The air in the office seemed to freeze instantly, so oppressive that Hou Liangping could hardly breathe.

Looking at his senior's seemingly open and honest face, which actually concealed a sharp edge, he couldn't help but feel a chill in his heart.

This Qi Tongwei is even more formidable than he was a few years ago.