The Beautiful County Magistrate
Chapter 509: Severe Punishment!

Chapter 509: Chapter 509: Severe Punishment!

Having said that, Wang Donghai turned to Zheng Yuan and shouted loudly, "What are you staring at? Hurry up and arrest him for me, bring him back to the station and give him a harsh beating!"

Zhuang Qingming was furious.

"How dare you provoke Vice County Magistrate Xu? You really must have the heart of a bear and the courage of a leopard!"

"Wang Donghai, listen to me, you’re suspended!"

"First, a suspension. As for your punishment, I’ll decide after I’ve thoroughly investigated all your issues!"

Wang Donghai was dumbstruck.

Suspended for review, and there’s more punishment to come?

Why is this happening?

With a grief-stricken face, Wang Donghai looked pitifully at Zhuang Qingming, "Secretary Zhuang, what are you doing? I didn’t provoke you, why are you suspending me?"

Zhuang Qingming pointed to his own nose.

"You haven’t offended me yet?"

"You have the audacity to provoke someone important to Zhuang Qingming right in front of me, is that not enough to offend me?"

Someone important to Zhuang Qingming?

Wang Donghai looked around, where? He hadn’t seen anyone.

Suddenly, Wang Donghai’s eyes turned to Xu Qianli.

Could it be that the important person Zhuang Qingming was referring to was him?

While Wang Donghai was bewildered, Zhuang Qingming had already approached Xu Qianli and extended his hand.

"Vice County Magistrate Xu, hello, I am Zhuang Qingming, the Secretary of East Dragon City Committee."

"I have long been familiar with the great name of Vice County Magistrate Xu and have admired you for a long time."

"Today, upon learning that Vice County Magistrate Xu had come to our East Dragon City, I took the liberty of coming to visit you. Please don’t be upset with me."

In front of Xu Qianli, Zhuang Qingming was extremely enthusiastic, and his posture was very humble.

Afterward, the East Dragon City Deputy Secretary, the City Organization Minister, and the City Discipline Inspection Committee Secretary, each came forward to greet Xu Qianli, their attitudes even more respectful.

This scene left Wang Donghai completely dumbfounded.

These four were real big shots in East Dragon City. Any one of them was formidable on their own, and now all four of them together were showing such respect to that young man—what on earth was his identity?

Right, Secretary Zhuang called him Vice County Magistrate Xu, but there wasn’t a Vice County Magistrate Xu in Jinkou County, was there?

Could he be the Deputy County Magistrate from neighboring Jiang City?

Could it be that he was Xu Qianli?

But even if he was Xu Qianli, did it warrant a visit from all four top officials of East Dragon City, all with such a humble demeanor?

He’s just a deputy county magistrate, isn’t he? His position was several levels lower than Zhuang Qingming’s, with a whole rank of senior officials in between. What made Zhuang Qingming take the initiative to visit him and be so polite to him?

Over with Xu Qianli, he was busy exchanging pleasantries with Zhuang Qingming and the other three.

He was quite curious about why these four bigwigs from East Dragon City suddenly showed up.

As they talked, Zhuang Qingming suddenly mentioned that it was Governor Sun Qiuyuan of Suyun Province who had instructed him, saying that Xu Qianli had come to Jinkou County and that he should be well received.

Xu Qianli thought to himself that it must be because he asked his mother-in-law, Qin Bijun, to arrange a dinner with the first and second big shots, and after they looked into his whereabouts, they gave such instructions.

Governor Sun really went to some lengths.

Wang Donghai was already stunned at what he was seeing.

Good grief, that guy was actually chatting and having a grand time with City Secretary Zhuang and others. As they talked, Secretary Zhuang even mentioned that it was Governor Sun who had told him to take good care of that guy.

Isn’t he just the Deputy County Magistrate from neighboring Jiang City? Where did he get such tremendous influence?

Regardless of where his abilities came from, Wang Donghai’s calves were already starting to shake.

It was over. That guy’s network was too strong. He had done the wrong thing by antagonizing him. He was done for, definitely done for.

Feng Xing’s face also looked quite ugly.

To think he had assumed Xu Li was an easy target and had immediately joined Wang Donghai’s ranks, becoming Wang Donghai’s lackey.

Now look, Xu Li managed to connect with such a significant figure, and even Secretary Zhuang was treating that person with utmost civility.

With such connections, Xu Li was bound to secure her position in Jinkou County.

Having followed Wang Donghai, could Xu Li really treat him well?

Just then, Lin Monong walked over with a clear look of displeasure.

"Hey, Xu Qianli, didn’t you say we’re here to eat? I’ve been starving for a while now."

"Don’t waste time with these irrelevant people. I want to eat, so hurry up!"

Irrelevant people?

Wang Donghai, Feng Xing, and even Xu Li all shuddered.

Oh my god, who are you calling irrelevant? These people include East Dragon City Secretary, East Dragon City Deputy Secretary, the City Organization Minister, and the City Discipline Inspection Committee Secretary—these are all prominent figures. How dare you call them irrelevant?

Amidst their shock, they saw Zhuang Qingming suddenly bow to Lin Monong, "Miss Lin, it is a great honor to meet you here in East Dragon City!"

As he spoke, Zhuang Qingming signaled to the three people beside him to follow suit and pay their respects.

Xu Li, Wang Donghai, and Feng Xing were left speechless at the scene.

My lord, the lofty Secretary Zhuang was actually bowing and paying his respects to a young and beautiful woman, respectfully addressing her as Miss Lin. It was clear her status was extraordinary.

Xu Li, who had been very friendly with Lin Monong just before, was even more astonished. Which family’s daughter was she, could she be from the top-tier Lin Family in Beijing?

Lin Monong waved her hand dismissively, "Alright, no need for formalities. We’re just a few good friends gathering, not interested in inviting outsiders. Your sentiments are appreciated, so just carry on."

Zhuang Qingming said, "Then we won’t disturb Vice County Magistrate Xu and Miss Lin’s peace any longer, goodbye. Let’s go."

Without lingering for a moment, Zhuang Qingming was ready to leave.

Although he was the East Dragon City Secretary, seemingly with high status and power, in comparison to someone like Lin Monong, who came from a top-tier wealthy family, the difference in clout was too substantial. He did not dare to intrude any further.

And then there was Xu Qianli. Not only did Governor Sun take such good care of him, but he was also friends with Miss Lin—perhaps even her lover—not so simple indeed.

Xu Qianli spoke up, "Secretary Zhuang, please wait. Monong was just joking with you, can’t you see that? Monong, you’ve gone too far, now apologize to Secretary Zhuang."

While saying this, Xu Qianli gave Lin Monong a look, signaling her, "What’s with the heiress attitude? After all, Zhuang Qingming might not be the most remarkable, but he’s still the influential East Dragon City Secretary. When such a person extends a friendly hand, you can’t just slap him in the face and send him away."

Naturally, Lin Monong understood Xu Qianli’s meaning and gave Zhuang Qingming an apologetic glance, "Secretary Zhuang, I really was just joking. Please don’t take it to heart. Since you are here, why don’t we all have a meal together?"

Zhuang Qingming laughed heartily, "Since Vice County Magistrate Xu and Miss Lin insist, I won’t be modest."

The restaurant owner’s face was all smiles, "Distinguished guests, the dishes are ready, please take your seats."

Xu Qianli went on, "Secretary Zhuang, and everyone else, let’s go see how good the food is at this farm-to-table restaurant."

Xu Li didn’t leave but said teasingly to Wang Donghai, "Wang Donghai, do you still want us to scram?"