Chapter 247: Capture Operation
Zhou Banghuai, as the protective figure for the Four Great Clans, certainly has some people under him involved in the situation.
Though Zhou Banghuai is very tight-lipped, Madam Zhou couldn't withstand the interrogation and quickly confessed to some matters.
Of course, with Qin Ming, Zhao Tingshen, and others being arrested and investigated, more and more things were uncovered, and Zhou Banghuai couldn't hold on any longer and exposed some people.
Because of the murder case, things are already nailed down on Shen Sihai's side. The patriarch of the Shen Family knows there's no solution, so he probably can only sacrifice a pawn to save the king.
However, with the arrest of Zhou Banghuai and others, the Four Great Clans are thoroughly panicked.
There's no doubt that someone from the Four Great Clans is surely involved in some illegal activities, and they fall within the scope of this Public Security Bureau crackdown.
However, to ensure confidentiality, Secretary Cao had the City Public Security Bureau directly move in to make arrests, with the Wucheng County Public Security Bureau coordinating, fearing internal issues.
"The City Bureau has confirmed that the operation will take place at dawn tonight, return now to prepare, and remember to maintain secrecy. If there are any suspects at large, handle them as you see fit." Secretary Cao's last warning made Zhang Boqing shudder.
It is clear that there is an internal informant within the Wucheng County Public Security Bureau, otherwise Secretary Cao would not have said this.
Therefore, the first thing he must do now is maintain confidentiality, keeping everyone at the bureau and isolating outside communication before the City Public Security Bureau arrives.
Once the City Public Security Bureau personnel arrive, their responsibility is just to assist with the capture operation.
When Lin Hao arrived, Secretary Zhang Boqing had just finished the conversation and stepped out of the office.
"Lin Hao, come in." Li Jingyi waved him over.
Lin Hao scampered in eagerly and spotted Secretary Cao at once.
"Secretary Cao, Secretary Li..." Lin Hao said with a smile.
He had just taken a bath, changed into clean clothes, and neatly groomed his hair, looking very spirited.
"Lin Hao, both the Municipal Party Committee and City Government recognize your capabilities. Secretary Li has recommended you to temporarily assume the position of deputy county magistrate. What are your thoughts?" Secretary Cao asked directly.
"Thank you for the organization's nurturing! Thank you both leaders for the trust! I am confident in doing well as deputy county magistrate and driving the economic construction of the entire county!" Lin Hao responded loudly.
"Hahaha..." Secretary Cao laughed heartily, "Young people have the drive! They speak more vigorously than us old folks."
"Secretary Cao, Lin Hao is a double-degree senior economist, and I appointed him to manage the county's economic development because of his abilities," Li Jingyi said at the right moment.
"The leadership team in Wucheng County needs a major reshuffle. It's time to promote some young cadres with broad minds and strong business skills to stabilize our county's economic development..."
At this point, Secretary Cao gave Lin Hao a deep look and added, "Since Secretary Li values you so much, the Municipal Party Committee and City Government have no objections. However, if you, kid, don't do well, I'm going to take action against you."
"Rest assured, Secretary Cao, I will certainly improve the county's economy," Lin Hao responded loudly.
"Since you are now the deputy county magistrate, we can let you in on something. Zhou Banghuai and his group are inevitably caught in the legal net, and many will be arrested, including some people from the Four Great Clans in Wucheng County. Tonight, stay with Secretary Li and be ready for any orders…" Secretary Cao said sternly.
"Secretary Cao, there's no need for that. I can just stay here tonight," Li Jingyi interjected.
"Although this arrest operation is carried out by the City Public Security Bureau, you, as the county party secretary, must be on-site to direct. Having no one trustworthy with you is not feasible. Having him by your side makes me more at ease," Secretary Cao insisted.
"Alright, you will stay here," Li Jingyi reluctantly agreed.
To be honest, Lin Hao didn't expect the Municipal Party Committee and City Government to be so determined, nor did he expect the Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection and the City Public Security Bureau to be so quick to arrest some people immediately.
Once this kicks off, the entire Wucheng County could be thoroughly overturned.
However, the arrow is already on the string and must be released, and acting so swiftly is also to prevent some people from getting wind and fleeing.
After Secretary Cao finished giving instructions, he didn't stay here and went directly back to the city.
As for the work here, he had basically entrusted it all to Li Jingyi, also helping her solve some practical difficulties.
"Secretary Li, both the county committee office and the government office have no personnel. Do you want to call some people back?" Lin Hao tested the waters.
"No need, too many people talking might leak information, and besides, arresting people is the City Public Security Bureau's job. We just need to wait for the capture results," Li Jingyi shook her head.
Lin Hao knew this was a secretive arrest operation, and if word got out, it would be troublesome if those people escaped.
"Aren't you supposed to be on-site to direct? Aren't you going together?" Lin Hao blinked, confused.
"Secretary Cao said for me to oversee as a formality. With the City Public Security Bureau spearheading, I'm just nominally in command. Besides, he didn't ask me to arrest the suspects, so of course, I'll wait for the news in the office," Li Jingyi explained with a smile.
"Being a leader is great. So I guess I can rest here too." Lin Hao leaned on the sofa, feeling smug.
"Get some rest. The City Public Security Bureau is currently mobilizing police, which may take another half an hour to dispatch. Upon arrival, they'll need to allocate tasks at the county police bureau, so the entire capture process will be quite lengthy," Li Jingyi looked at the time.
"Then take a nap too," Lin Hao said with concern.
"Although I'm not participating in the capture operation, I must closely monitor each step of the operation, like there's no time to rest," Li Jingyi said sternly.
"Sis, you're so tired. Want your brother to give you a massage?" Lin Hao teased with a sly grin.
"You little rogue, thinking I don't know what you're up to? But it won't work now; I need to maintain a good mental state," Li Jingyi glared at him.
Lin Hao also realized it wasn't the time for intimacy and changed the subject, "Today I met Yu Peishan and suggested she start a company first, then assign the project to the company..."
"However, there's a funding issue. I've found her an investor willing to invest three million for a 30% stake without participating in company management..."
Li Jingyi listened to his detailed report and nodded slightly, "Handle it as you see fit. If the funds are insufficient, liaise with the bank for her. Just make sure the project doesn't fail."
"Understood, I'll keep an eye on it," Lin Hao responded casually.
"Yu Peishan is capable, and having navigated the business world for years, as long as we slightly assist her, she can rise," Li Jingyi evaluated conventionally.