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Hu Ruoyun and Mao Jie each drank three small cups. Mao Jie's uncle wanted them to drink more, but was stopped by Mao Jie's mother, who said, "Let the two of you big men drink. These two youngsters are still students; just a little is enough."
Mao Na served Hu Ruoyun some food, saying, "Don't be modest. We should eat and drink! Don't mind my uncle and my dad." The two men stopped urging Mao Jie and Hu Ruoyun to drink. They took turns pouring each other drinks, and soon the entire bottle of white liquor was nearly empty. Mao Jie's father took another bottle of Yanghe Daqu from the cabinet and said, "Let's have a few more cups!"
After downing another half bottle of liquor, the two men were clearly a bit tipsy. Mao Jie's uncle slurred his words and swayed as he poured Hu Ruoyun another drink, saying, "Brother Xiao Hu, I appreciate you!"
Hu Ruoyun quickly stood up, saying, "Please don't call me that. I'm classmates with Mao Jie; I should call you uncle..."
Mao Jie's uncle interrupted him, saying, "Let's just stick to our own titles..." At that moment, Hu Ruoyun realized that this large man in front of him, who looked quite fierce, was actually quite endearing.
Mao Na's mother stood up with a mix of laughter and exasperation, snatching the liquor bottle from her brother's hands. "Alright, let's eat! No more drinking!"
Mao Jie also got up to support his swaying uncle. "Uncle, you should lie down in my room for a bit."
Mao Jie's father had a flushed face but still seemed coherent. "Xiao Hu, do you know how many people your article has influenced?"
Hu Ruoyun shook his head in confusion.
Mao Jie's father's next words were shocking: Hu Ruoyun's article titled "Cadres Fierce as Tigers, How Hard Life Is for the People" had actually made it into the internal reference of Jiangbei Daily!
Of course, before publishing this piece, the editors had sent reporters to investigate and confirmed that Hu Ruoyun's content was largely accurate.
Why did it make it into the internal reference but not into Jiangbei Daily? Because such matters were not suitable for public reporting; the internal reference was only for certain levels of leadership to review internally (due to confidentiality levels, this is also why Hu Ruoyun did not receive a sample copy but only a photocopy after publication). Regardless of how significant the issue was, it would not be widely disseminated or sensationalized.
In the article, many phrases were polished by editors, and much of Hu Ruoyun's overly subjective and sharp language was removed. However, the incident itself was so egregious that Wang Hongbin, who oversaw rural agricultural work as Vice Governor, immediately issued instructions after reading it for Mayor Meng Xiangjun of Jinan City to investigate and handle the matter!
For the farmers in the village, their team leader was immensely powerful; for the township and county officials, the mayor and vice governor brought pressure akin to Mount Tai.
Hu Wei, the Chief of Gaoqiao Town Police Station, had originally been aligned with Zhang Shusen's faction but had sensed trouble early on and switched allegiance to Director Wang Zhiguo. He thought everything would be fine until he made the mistake of trying to handcuff Hu Ruoyun.
Instructor Zhang Maokui (who was also Mao Jie's uncle) stopped him and insisted he consult Wang Zhiguo first.
According to Mao Jie's uncle, Chief Hu Wei had called Director Wang Zhiguo from the principal's office at Annan County Eight Middle School to report on their cooperation with Annan County's propaganda department and government office regarding Gaoqiao Town's police response. He mentioned that according to Vice Mayor Fang's request, they needed to take measures against a student from Annan County Eight Middle School.
In this era, police stations often needed to cooperate with local government work; however, since Zhang Shusen took office, Wang Zhiguo had repeatedly instructed subordinate units to enforce the law according to regulations!
When Wang Zhiguo heard Hu Wei mention that the involved party was a student from Annan County Eight Middle School, he felt an ominous premonition: please don't let it be him!
The specific circumstances of the police response were immediately inquired about. What was the name of the person involved?
The incident in Gaoqiao Town had spread throughout the circles, catching the attention of provincial newspapers and even provincial leaders. The county held several expanded meetings regarding this matter, but no resolution had been reached yet. It was said that opinions were divided into two camps.
One opinion, led by the head of the publicity department, argued that as the supervisory body for public relations, they should adopt a "zero tolerance" stance towards Hu Ruoyun's behavior, which was deemed "disorganized and undisciplined," and "tarnishing the reputation of their hometown." They proposed to report an investigation to Jinan City and Jiangbei Province stating that the reports were "inaccurate," and called for police intervention to seriously address the individual involved under the pretext of "disturbing public order."
The opposing view, led by Deputy County Head Zhong, maintained that wrongdoings should be acknowledged and corrected, and that responsibility should be dealt with according to regulations. They insisted that those who expose errors should not be suppressed as a means to resolve issues.
As a top leader, the attitude of the publicity department was quite appealing, but no one dared to gamble their political life on such a risk. After all, even the Vice Governor had issued directives; while fabricating information might be easy, facing severe consequences for being exposed could be disastrous.
However, if they were to "rectify" the situation in Gaoqiao Town, it would mean admitting that their previous decision was wrong. In some people's eyes, maintaining face might be more important than anything else.
When Wang Zhiguo heard Hu Ruoyun's name, he was infuriated by Hu Wei's reckless actions—someone who lacked both intelligence and principles. The higher-ups had yet to reach a decision, and here he was jumping out to arrest someone; it seemed like he had lost his mind! This was nothing but foolishness combined with brute force!
Regardless of how the incident would ultimately unfold, Wang's police department would not take the lead in this matter! Hu Wei's rashness put his own position at risk! Moreover, what basis did he have for making arrests? Such conduct was no different from Zhang Shusen's!
Wang immediately called Hu Wei to sternly halt his dangerous actions and also formed an unfavorable opinion about this station chief.
Later on, Mayor Meng Xiangjun of Jinan City dispatched an investigation team to look into the events reported regarding Hu Ruoyun.
Things quickly became clear: the county issued a strict order for Gaoqiao Town to immediately cease its erroneous commercial street renovation! The discipline and inspection departments also intervened in the investigation!
In the end, Gaoqiao Town Mayor Zuo Daming was reassigned to become the cultural station chief in Xipo Store Township, one of Annan County's most remote areas. The Secretary was transferred to serve as a deputy director in the county's Irrigation Bureau... Essentially, both individuals were halted at the level of deputy division chief.
Additionally, Vice Mayor Fang was also affected by this incident and removed from office, reassigned as a civil affairs assistant in another township.
From the County Public Security Bureau's side, Director Wang Zhiguo proposed that after discussions among bureau leaders, Hu Wei should be relieved from his position as chief of Gaoqiao Town Police Station. Hu Wei was later transferred to serve as a deputy captain in the county's salt industry inspection team.
Where there are losses for some, there are gains for others; Mao Jie's father Mao Weiguo and his uncle Zhang Maokui inadvertently became the biggest winners!
With the former chief reassigned, Instructor Zhang Maokui from Gaoqiao Town Police Station was appointed as the new chief!
Former Deputy Town Chief Chung Mao Comrade Weiguo was appointed as acting town chief (in charge of work), pending formal appointment after approval by the People's Congress.
Regardless of whether Hu Ruoyun acted intentionally or not, both Mao Weiguo and Zhang Maokui benefited from him. As Mao Jie’s relationship with Hu Ruoyun grew closer, it led to today’s dinner gathering.
Although the article was published internally, news still spread outside.
Third Aunt’s family made a special trip to Laogu Township’s Hu Family Village and brought along many tokens of appreciation from neighbors at the market—fruit candies, several bottles of liquor, and some packs of “Da Qian Men”... Because of an article written by her nephew that changed their family’s fortunes and those of many others in the market, honest Uncle could finally hold his head high again and was appointed as a village group leader.
Er Niu also specifically invited Si Bao; they whispered for half a day before riding on their old bicycle to bring Hu Ruoyun home for a feast featuring an old hen that is only slaughtered for honored guests.
At the dining table, not only was Er Niu's father present, but even his uncle was there, raising a toast to them... The scene was so grand that it made this young boy feel both awkward and exhilarated.
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