194: Chapter 194: He got slapped in the face, didn't he?

With things having reached this point, Zhang Qun had no choice but to hold his nose and accept it. Suppressing the rage in his heart, he promised.

"Since Governor Zhou personally gave his approval, we will certainly issue relevant documents, and I will also sign off on it."

Qin Chuan said, "That's great. I'll wait here. Once I have the official document and your approval, I will return to Wanshun County immediately."

The corners of Zhang Qun's mouth twitched. He really wanted to vent the anger in his heart, but in the end, he forced himself to hold it back.

Because Qin Chuan was waiting right there, Zhang Qun had no choice but to arrange it. Before long, the official document was ready.

The content was brief, only two or three hundred words, but it clearly stated the matter. It was an official red-headed document with a serial number, which was quite good.

After the document was issued, Zhang Qun helplessly signed off on it. With such a document in hand, Qin Chuan returned happily.

He took one copy back first; the subsequent files would be sent down to Wanshun County, though that would take some time—perhaps a few hours later.

The first thing he did upon returning was to give orders to convene a Standing Committee meeting immediately.

Not long after, all members of the County Party Standing Committee sat in the small conference room—except for Secretary Yuan Hui, of course. He had been taken away for investigation, and the issues uncovered so far were very serious; it was estimated he would end up eating prison food.

Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu did not dare to be late this time; he arrived several minutes early.

Qin Chuan walked into the conference room, sat in his seat, swept his gaze across everyone's faces, and nodded slightly.

"Hmm, not bad. No one was late this time. Very good."

Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu's face flushed slightly and looked a bit unsightly. He felt that Qin Chuan had said that on purpose, targeting him specifically.

Qin Chuan ignored Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu's reaction and continued, "The main reason we are holding this meeting is the immense public opinion pressure we are currently facing. Let's brainstorm together on what we should do."

Soon, a buzzing sound of discussion arose in the meeting room.

Qin Chuan did not stop them, giving them plenty of time. After a full five or six minutes, he raised his hand and pressed it down, signaling everyone to quiet down.

"County Mayor Sheng Huaian, what is your opinion?"

County Mayor Sheng Huaian spoke, "The pressure from public opinion is immense right now. Especially for me, as the County Mayor, many people are pointing fingers at me, saying we are colluding with Master Wang Sen and shielding him. His estate, covering over two hundred mu, is indeed too excessive."

"My opinion is very clear: we must resolutely demolish it to give the vast number of netizens and the common people a satisfactory explanation."

Hearing this, someone was not pleased.

Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu gave a look to the Organization Department head, Ling Yun.

Ling Yun understood immediately. "County Mayor Sheng Huaian, I don't think demolition is appropriate. It was built two or three years ago. We didn't stop it when it was being built, and now that it's been completed and occupied for so long, to demolish it now would be very unfair to Master Wang."

"Besides, they spent two or three hundred million in funds to build this mansion. To just demolish it like this is too wasteful—a huge waste."

Executive Deputy County Head Zhou Liang said, "Minister Ling, you can't say it like that. We can't refuse to demolish it just because it cost a lot to build. Look at the voices online. We must comply with public opinion. If we don't tear it down, we will be drowned by the spittle of the public."

Next, several members of the County Party Standing Committee from County Mayor Sheng Huaian's faction and Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu's faction engaged in a fierce debate. Director Hu Bing also spoke.

Unexpectedly, Minister Wang Jijun rarely spoke up. Generally speaking, he didn't express opinions and basically didn't participate in county affairs.

Seeing Minister Wang Jijun clearly standing on the side of Qin Chuan and County Mayor Sheng Huaian, Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu could finally hold back no longer.

"If you really want to forcibly demolish Master Wang's residence, I can only reserve my opinion. But I must first warn you that the consequences will be very serious. It will bring severe consequences to yourselves, and even to our leadership team..."

Qin Chuan waved his hand, interrupting him directly. "Deputy Secretary Liu, how serious? How serious could it be? Are we going to compromise with a charlatan?"

Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu was unconvinced and prepared to retort, but was suppressed by Qin Chuan's voice.

"Comrades, demolishing this illegal structure is not only the demand of the vast number of netizens, but also the demand of the city leaders. Especially Mayor Zhang, who has given clear instructions to resolutely demolish it."

Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu finally jumped up. He was the first one who didn't believe it. Mayor Zhang and Master Wang had such a good relationship; how could he possibly give such an instruction?

"Impossible, absolutely impossible!"

Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu said loudly, "Qin Chuan, I am very skeptical of your words. Based on my understanding of Mayor Zhang, he would never issue such an instruction!"

Qin Chuan smiled, opened his folder, and took out a stack of documents that had been copied long ago. "Director Hu Bing, please, distribute a copy to everyone."

Taking them, Director Hu Bing's eyes lit up, and he immediately distributed the document.

Upon receiving the document, the expressions of the County Party Standing Committee members varied. Some laughed happily, some their faces sank, and some wore meaningful expressions.

As for Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu, his face turned completely black.

He thought wildly in his heart: That Qin guy definitely did this on purpose!

He clearly already had this document and Mayor Zhang's approval, yet he deliberately didn't tell everyone first and deliberately asked for everyone's opinions.

He deliberately drew us out to voice objections, only to slap us in the face hard. How hateful, it was absolutely intentional!

After the documents were distributed, Qin Chuan said with a smile, "Everyone, what are your opinions now?"

County Mayor Sheng Huaian said very happily, "Since we have the official city document and Mayor Zhang's handwritten approval, we will certainly act strictly according to the document and instructions."

Qin Chuan nodded slightly, looked at Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu, and asked, "What about you, Deputy Secretary Liu? Do you still want to object and stop us from demolishing this illegal structure?"

Everyone looked at Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu.

Some County Party Standing Committee members clearly had expressions of watching a show or being a bystander.

Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu's face burned. He thought wildly in his heart: It's intentional. That Qin guy is taking a chicken feather as a token of authority just to slap my face.

But on the surface, he didn't dare to show it. He could only force a smile. "I was a bit impulsive just now; please don't take it to heart. Since there is a document from the city and Mayor Zhang's approval, we must strictly implement it."

Qin Chuan said loudly, "Are there any dissenting opinions?"

"No!"

"No!"

No one dared to stand up and object. Once you object, it's clear you're going against the city leadership. If that reaches the ears of city leaders, you'll get punished.

Qin Chuan said, "Since there are no dissenting opinions, it is settled. We will immediately demolish that illegal structure. Director Hu Bing, please write this into the meeting resolution."

"Understood." Director Hu Bing replied with a hint of excitement.

Qin Chuan continued, "County Mayor Sheng Huaian, the preparations are about ready, right? The three-day notice period has also expired. I will now arrange the work."

Everyone quieted down and looked at Qin Chuan.

Although they had the city's document and Mayor Zhang's approval, everyone knew that demolishing Master Wang Sen's mansion would be a tough nut to crack.

Qin Chuan said, "I now announce that Comrade Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu will serve as the on-site commander-in-chief for the demolition of the illegal structure!"

What!

Deputy Party Secretary Liu Yu was so angry he almost spat out a mouthful of blood. He had been trying to avoid this, yet they actually made him the on-site commander-in-chief, leading everyone to tear down Master Wang's home!