The Strongest Master Venturing Urban
Chapter 411: Ignorant and Foolish

Chapter 411: Chapter 411: Ignorant and Foolish

Very quickly, over twenty individuals implicated in the bribery records were all apprehended.

Since this matter involved Cao Bencong, Beihuang County immediately convened an "All-County Cadre Discipline and Work Style Rectification Conference."

During the conference, Hao Wenjing not only severely criticized Cao Bencong’s actions but also made a particular emphasis:

"In the upcoming period, the County Disciplinary Inspection Committee will establish an investigative team to patrol all towns and villages. If there are still corruption issues, I will mete out severe punishment without mercy. I hope everyone holds the line and supervises each other."

After the meeting, Tang Heqing and others all gathered at Gu Konglian’s home to discuss their countermeasures.

In contrast to the palpable unease of the group, Gu Konglian remained extraordinarily calm.

"Since the situation is not in our favor, we naturally need to unite even tighter. But honestly, the guy who gave gifts to Cao Bencong is truly stupid—keeping records of bribery is basically asking for death!"

Letting out a sigh, Tang Heqing still bore a grim expression.

"That bitch Hao Wenjing finally seized an opportunity with this incident to suppress us. I suspect she won’t let go easily. Even if we tread cautiously, who can guarantee they haven’t made the slightest mistake?"

These words garnered unanimous support from the rest of the group.

After deliberation, they ultimately decided to stir up some trouble to redirect Hao Wenjing’s attention.

Once the discussion was over, the others departed one after another, leaving Tang Heqing behind.

"County Magistrate Gu, I feel He Kun might be a problem."

Though Gu Konglian was now an ordinary person, he still appreciated being addressed in that manner.

Glancing at the door, he asked in a deep voice, "What’s wrong with He Kun?"

"You must have heard about Hou Haoyu and Wu Kexin’s matter. I suspect He Kun has already betrayed us and might actually be acting as a mole while staying with us."

After some thought, Gu Konglian eventually shook his head.

"Probably not. Last time you sent people to circulate rumors in the towns, urging them not to agree to plant cattle feed crops, Hao Wenjing and her team didn’t even catch wind of it. Otherwise, why would they proceed with an actual investigation?"

"That’s true..."

"Stop overthinking it. We’ve known He Kun for so many years; he wouldn’t do something so treacherous."

Meanwhile, Hao Wenjing stormed into Chen Bin’s office with urgency.

"Chairman Chen, the local faction is attempting to stir up the masses to resist our campaign promoting cattle feed crop planting. What should we do?"

After a brief pause, Chen Bin quickly understood the underlying motives.

"It seems they want to divert your focus and prevent you from continuing the anti-corruption effort."

Hao Wenjing nodded, fully agreeing with this assertion.

"Their actions only further prove there’s something odd about this."

Unable to contain his curiosity, Chen Bin asked, "By the way, who provided you with this information just now?"

"Qian Shujuan! She said the information is absolutely reliable."

"Then we’ll have to counter their moves and see how much trouble they can stir up."

Early next morning, hundreds of citizens gathered at the doors of the County Committee and County Government offices.

They came in full force, shouting various slogans.

Overall, their message was clear: they opposed the planting of crops for cattle feed.

As the crowd grew larger, the county’s Public Security Bureau immediately deployed dozens of police officers to maintain order.

However, the protestors were overwhelming in number, completely blockading the entrance.

Seeing the spectacle, Tang Heqing and others whispered among themselves, each glowing with satisfaction.

On Hao Wenjing’s side, only Chang Bucheng, unaware of the context, looked visibly distressed.

After close to two hours, the crowd was finally dispersed.

Yet Chen Bin had severely underestimated Tang Heqing and the others.

Just as Hao Wenjing entered her office, she received a call from Duan Baijian.

"What’s going on with the people of Beihuang County? Why are your residents flooding into the city, claiming to oppose the cattle feed initiative? What’s this about?"

"Well... I..."

Not giving her a chance to explain, Duan Baijian cut her off directly.

"These people insist on seeing you. Get over here and get them out of here!"

"Understood, I will go immediately."

After hanging up, Hao Wenjing swiftly informed Chen Bin about the situation.

Upon hearing it, Chen Bin was so furious he punched the wall.

Still, he managed to remain composed, advising Hao Wenjing to divide forces with Qian Shujuan.

Since some protestors might have gone to the city government as well.

Nodding in agreement, Hao Wenjing quickly brought Qian Shujuan along with her.

Arriving in the city, they split up: one went to the City Committee, and the other to the City Government.

After considerable effort, they managed to disperse the protestors.

Only then did they learn that the residents believed the County Government was planning to enforce planting specific crops, thus sparking resentment.

At the City Committee Secretary’s office, Duan Baijian frowned at Hao Wenjing.

"What’s the matter here? How can your Beihuang County residents cause disruptions here in the city?"

Hao Wenjing quickly explained, "This is a misunderstanding, most likely prompted by the local faction behind the scenes."

She then elaborated on Chen Bin’s developmental plan.

Upon learning it was primarily for the county’s economic growth, Duan Baijian’s tone visibly softened.

"Your Beihuang County’s situation is indeed quite complicated. That said, I refuse to be blocked by villagers again. You understand me, don’t you?"

"Please rest assured, Secretary Duan. There won’t be a next time, but I hope the organization can strictly handle Cao Bencong and use this incident to weaken the local faction’s influence."

"Don’t worry about that. Vermin like him in government won’t be spared."

Returning to the county, Hao Wenjing headed straight to Chen Bin’s office.

As soon as she stepped through the door, she burst out furiously, "Chairman Chen, you must avenge me this time! They’ve gone too far!"

Nodding slightly, Chen Bin’s expression gradually turned icy.

"Originally, I wanted to resolve things peacefully and focus on improving the county’s economy without antagonizing them. But since they’ve crossed the line, don’t blame me for being ruthless!"

Confused by his words, Hao Wenjing questioned, "What are you planning to do?"

"The plan is confidential for now. Just wait and see—those local faction folks are about to experience quite a commotion."

After work that evening, Chen Bin booked a private room at the Beihuang Hotel.

Not long after, Hou Haoyu arrived.

"Chairman Chen, your generosity brings me here to dine. Let’s order quickly; I’m starving!"

Chen Bin merely shook his head lightly, "Let’s wait a bit; someone else is on their way."

Hou Haoyu had assumed he was the sole invitee but was surprised that someone else would be joining.

Curious, he asked, "Who else?"

Right then, a knock on the door echoed.

Chen Bin called out, "Come in!"

As Wu Kexin pushed the door open and entered, Hou Haoyu froze in shock.

"You... you invited her over too?"

Wu Kexin didn’t speak but looked at Chen Bin with equal confusion.

"Kexin, have a seat. I asked you both here because there’s a very important matter to discuss..."