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90. Sha Ruijin's counterattack resulted in Lin Yunfei being promoted in name but demoted in reality.

In the officialdom of Jingzhou, and even in the entire Handong officialdom, there are no secrets.

In particular, the Standing Committee of the Jingzhou Municipal People's Congress convened today.

Li Dakang suffered a defeat, completely losing his advantage. He was defeated by the combined forces of Mayor Wu Xiongfei and Deputy Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee Sun Liancheng.

The news spread like wildfire throughout Handong, reaching even the Handong Provincial Party Committee.

Zhao Anbang sat in the governor's office, processing a document from the National Development and Reform Commission.

Administrative Secretary Ma Long, dressed in a suit and tie, hurriedly pushed open the door and entered: "Governor Zhao. The latest news is that Li Dakang was defeated in the Standing Committee meeting of Jingzhou City, losing to Wu Xiongfei and Sun Liancheng."

Zhao Anbang raised an eyebrow and put down his pen: "Oh? What's the agenda for this Standing Committee meeting?"

In short, get straight to the point.

"Mayor Wu Xiongfei of Jingzhou suddenly launched an attack. He questioned Li Dakang's violation of regulations by dismissing Comrade Lin Yunfei, the Vice Mayor and Director of the Public Security Bureau of Jingzhou, without a vote from the Standing Committee," Administrative Secretary Ma Long said succinctly.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Anbang's eyes flashed with a thoughtful expression: "Hmm. So, you're being reinstated?"

Ma Long immediately added, "Comrade Lin Yunfei was once held hostage at knifepoint by workers during the demolition of Dafeng Factory. He was a decisive and efficient worker, carrying out the special campaign against organized crime and cracking down on numerous drug trafficking activities. His sudden dismissal by Secretary Li Dakang has indeed caused quite a stir."

"Oh, I remember now. I recall it." Zhao Anbang said with a look of sudden realization.

Zhao Anbang nodded, tapping his fingers lightly on the table: "So, Wu Xiongfei's attack this time was not without reason. Li Dakang's actions were simply disorganized and undisciplined."

Ma Long chimed in, "That's right, Governor Zhao. This matter has caused quite a stir in Jingzhou's officialdom. Everyone is speculating that Mayor Li Dakang's political career may be coming to an end."

Zhao Anbang snapped out of his reverie: "Secretary Ma, could you please inform Mayor Wu Xiongfei and Deputy Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee Sun Liancheng? See if I have time to hear their work reports?"

Ma Long snapped out of his daze, his mind racing: "Governor Zhao, you're attending the provincial economic development and reform forum this morning."

"I have free time between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m."

Zhao Anbang nodded slightly and instructed, "Okay, at this time."

Ma Long immediately responded, "Yes, Governor Zhao. I will inform Mayor Wu and Deputy Secretary Sun right away and have them come over at noon to report on their work."

Ma Long nodded, indicating that he understood: "Yes, Governor Zhao. I'll take care of it right away."

Zhao Anbang waved his hand, indicating that Ma Long could leave.

As Ma Long turned to leave, he secretly wondered if Governor Zhao's concern for this matter meant he had a particular fondness for Comrade Lin Yunfei.

Thinking of this, Malone quickened his pace. He knew that as an administrative secretary, he not only had to do his job well, but also had to always try to understand his superiors' thoughts in order to gain a foothold in the officialdom.

Meanwhile, in Jingzhou's officialdom, Li Dakang's defeat had stirred up a huge uproar. Various factions were secretly vying for power, trying to find their place in this political storm.

. . . . .

"Hello, Mayor Wu Xiongfei. This is Ma Long, the secretary of Governor Zhao." Ma Long returned to the provincial government office and immediately dialed Mayor Wu Xiongfei's number.

Wu Xiongfei's expression changed, and he subconsciously stood up, using polite language: "Director Ma, hello, hello. What instructions does Governor Zhao have?"

Indeed, Mayor Wu Xiongfei understands the ways of the world.

You call me Secretary Ma in front of Governor Zhao. I won't hold it against you.

But in Jingzhou, you have to call me Director Ma.

Ma Long spoke calmly, with an air of unquestionable official authority: "Mayor Wu, Governor Zhao has time from 1 to 2 p.m. to hear your and Deputy Secretary Sun's report on the situation of the Jingzhou Municipal Standing Committee."

Wu Xiongfei's heart skipped a beat, but he quickly regained his composure and replied respectfully, "Yes, Director Ma. I will arrive on time and report to Governor Zhao."

After hanging up the phone, Wu Xiongfei's expression became complicated.

He knew perfectly well that although the victory at the Standing Committee meeting had temporarily secured his position, Governor Zhao Anbang's attitude would be the key to whether he could advance further in the future.

Seeing this, Sun Liancheng asked softly, "Mayor Xiongfei, what instructions does Governor Zhao have?"

Wu Xiongfei pondered for a moment and said, "Governor Zhao wants to hear from us at noon to report on our work. This matter at the Standing Committee meeting has probably already attracted his high attention."

"Comrade Liancheng, clarify all the details, especially the matter of Li Dakang's illegal dismissal of Comrade Lin Yunfei. We must be reasonable and well-founded, so that Governor Zhao can see our determination and ability."

Upon hearing this, Sun Liancheng replied firmly, "Alright, Mayor Xiongfei, I'll go and make the preparations right away."

Time was of the essence, and the two quickly threw themselves into the intense preparations. They knew (bjah) that this report not only concerned their personal political future, but also the future landscape of Jingzhou City.

At this moment, Zhao Anbang sat in the governor's office, his fingers lightly tapping the table as he fell into deep thought.

He knew that the political landscape was unpredictable, and every decision could trigger a chain reaction. He had to act cautiously to remain undefeated in the political game.

. . . . . .

Meanwhile, at the Hantong Provincial Party Committee office building.

Upon receiving the news, Sha Ruijin's face immediately turned extremely grim.

This Li Dakang is utterly useless.

I risked my life to protect you, and you can't even control Jingzhou City. The Jingzhou City Standing Committee got a five-to-six vote.

They also reinstated Lin Yunfei to his original position.

Sha Ruijin was so angry he wanted to curse, and his emotions became volatile.

Damn it, it's all because of you, Li Dakang. You've ruined the Lin family in Beijing.

Let me take the blame!

No, I can't let Lin Yunfei get away. I need to take control of the Jingzhou Public Security Bureau and transfer him away.

He himself arranged for Zhao Donglai to return to the position of Director of the Jingzhou Municipal Public Security Bureau.

Sha Ruijin's mind worked quickly, and he came up with a solution—a promotion in name only, a demotion in reality.

"Hey, Comrade Chunlin. Come to my office."

Sha Ruijin picked up the red secure phone on his desk and dialed Wu Chunlin, the Organization Minister of the Handong Provincial Party Committee.

. . . . . .

In less than a day, the Provincial Party Committee's Organization Department issued two appointment documents.

[Comrade Lin Yunfei has been reassigned, stepping down as Director of the Jingzhou Municipal Public Security Bureau and Secretary of the Party Committee.]

[Comrade Lin Yunfei serves as the Executive Deputy Director of the Public Security Department of Handong Province and the Deputy Secretary of the Public Security Department. He also concurrently serves as the Vice Mayor of Jingzhou City.]

Comrade Zhao Donglai has stepped down as Deputy Director of the Public Security Department of Handong Province.

Comrade Zhao Donglai serves as the Director of the Public Security Bureau and Secretary of the Party Committee of Jingzhou City, Handong Province.

Lin Yunfei received Su Qing's call immediately.

"Hehe. Sha Ruijin, this is a demotion in disguise."

Lin Yunfei couldn't help but sneer: "Now everyone knows that the Public Security Bureau is Qi Tongwei's territory. I'll be promoted to the Public Security Bureau and become its executive deputy director."

"In fact, their rights have become smaller than before."

Su Qing: "Yes, no one in officialdom is a fool."

Su Qing: "As the provincial party secretary, Sha Ruijin has the right to appoint or dismiss a department-level cadre."

This was clearly a suppression aimed at him, and Lin Yunfei knew it perfectly well.

He knew that his being held hostage by workers during the demolition of Dafeng Factory, and the subsequent special campaign against organized crime, had affected the interests of many people.

His sudden dismissal by Li Dakang, followed by his inexplicable "promotion in name only," must have been due to complex political factors.

Of course, the fact that Chen Yanshi is Sha Ruijin's adoptive father is crucial.

But Lin Yunfei was no pushover either. He quickly adjusted his mindset and began to think of a solution.

It's important to know that his current position is the Second Deputy Secretary of the National Security Bureau of Handong Province. He has the authority to mobilize all national security investigators and agents in Handong.

. . . . . .

Meanwhile, Sha Ruijin was also deep in thought in his office at the provincial party committee.

He knew full well that his adjustment of Lin Yunfei, while ostensibly a "promotion in name only," was actually a warning.

He hoped that this would make Lin Yunfei understand that the officialdom was not a place he could roam freely in.

At the same time, Sha Ruijin also knew that Lin Yunfei was no ordinary person, and this adjustment would probably not be able to truly suppress him.

91. Hou Liangping was furious when Cai Chenggong was forcibly taken away.

91. Hou Liangping was furious when Cai Chenggong was forcibly taken away.

The next day, early in the morning.

Lin Yunfei, accompanied by agents from the First Division of the State Security Bureau of Handong Province, arrived in a grand procession at the detention center under the jurisdiction of the Handong Provincial Procuratorate, armed with an arrest warrant from the Handong State Security Bureau.

"This is my identification. I am Lin Yunfei, the second deputy secretary of the Handong National Security Bureau."

"This is an arrest warrant. The National Security Bureau of Handong Province is arresting Cai Chenggong, the legal representative of Dafeng Factory, on charges of endangering public safety and leading a criminal organization."

Lin Yunfei produced his national security credentials and the arrest warrant issued by Zhao Lan.

"Please have your detention center immediately transfer the criminal suspect, Cai Chenggong, to our National Security Bureau."

The prison guards at the detention center looked troubled after reviewing Lin Yunfei's identification and arrest warrant.

"Secretary Lin, it's like this, Cai Chenggong is from the Anti-Corruption Bureau of the Provincial Procuratorate..."

Lin Yunfei quickly interrupted, saying forcefully, "Look carefully, we are from the Ministry of State Security. Maintaining national security is the responsibility of our Ministry of State Security."

"The January 16 Incident was viewed and shared by more than 50 million netizens."

"It has even been forwarded overseas, and foreign media have already reported on it."

"It will cause extremely negative international repercussions." Lin Yunfei said solemnly and confidently.

"According to administrative levels, the State Security Department of Handong Province is not under the jurisdiction of the Handong Provincial Party Committee," Lin Yunfei said, making a startling statement.

"We are under the direct jurisdiction of the Imperial City Guard of the Central Court."

Li Zheng, the section chief, retorted confidently, "Are you blind? The 116 case has had a profound international impact, even causing a diplomatic incident."

"If you don't want to, take off this police uniform. Then obediently bring Cai Chenggong out."

Lin Yunfei reached out and snatched back his National Security Bureau credentials.

The prison guard was startled: "Okay. But I need to report this to the detention center leadership."