234: Chapter 234 Something's not right.

"They're here, they're here!"

Seeing the motorcade approach, everyone perked up and stood at attention. Ling Yun, the head of the Organization Department, even straightened his collar again.

A slight surge of excitement stirred within them!

This was a golden opportunity. If they could latch onto a leader at the Provincial Party Committee standing committee level, becoming County Mayor, or even sitting in the position of County Party Secretary, was a distinct possibility.

County Mayor Sheng Huaian, Director Hu Bing, and others wore expressions of concern.

Qin Chuan remained calm and composed.

Watching the motorcade drive past without stopping, someone in the car waved, signaling the people from Wanshun County to follow.

This was normal. When a high-level leader comes for an inspection, if your rank is too low, they won't specifically get out of the car; you just have to follow.

Everyone got into their cars, and a long motorcade drove into the Wanshun County Party Committee compound.

Zhang Qun accompanied Secretary Pei Yuantao as he got out of the car.

Many people in Wanshun County were seeing a leader at the Provincial Party Committee standing committee level from such close range for the first time. Each of them wore an expression of excitement, and the slight worry that had previously been on their faces was now replaced.

Before Qin Chuan could go up to greet him, Secretary Pei Yuantao took the initiative to walk over.

To everyone's surprise, he actually wore a hearty smile and took the initiative to extend his right hand, "This must be Comrade Qin Chuan."

What was going on here???

Something was not quite right!

Secretary Pei had traveled all the way from the provincial capital. Wasn't he here to hold someone accountable? Why was his attitude like this? He treated Secretary Qin Chuan as if they were old friends of many years, showing none of the airs of a provincial leader.

Qin Chuan was slightly stunned, but he quickly reacted, stepped forward two paces, and said with a serious expression, "Hello, Secretary Pei. I am Qin Chuan."

Before Secretary Pei Yuantao could say a word, Zhang Qun spoke up first with a stern face, "Qin Chuan, you all are being outrageous! Look at the things you've caused; think of how passive you've made the leaders feel..."

An inexplicable scene unfolded once again.

Secretary Pei Yuantao waved his hand to interrupt Zhang Qun, criticizing him, "Mayor Zhang Qun, I think the comrades in Wanshun County have done well. How can you say that?"

This...

Zhang Qun was dumbfounded.

He didn't understand what was going on. Something seemed wrong. Secretary Pei Yuantao, you traveled all the way from the provincial capital—weren't you here to hold people accountable and, by the way, get your son out?

Secretary Pei Yuantao ignored Zhang Qun and the surrounding bewildered officials, waving his hand and saying, "Secretary Qin Chuan, I've come all the way to Wanshun County for an inspection and research. First, I want to hear your briefing. Is the conference room ready? Let's go up first."

Qin Chuan replied, "Everything is ready. I will take the leaders up."

Ling Yun had originally wanted to step forward to show his face in front of Secretary Pei Yuantao, but he had no chance at all and had to follow behind the crowd toward the conference room.

Everyone entered the County Party Committee Office building, followed by a large group of people, each looking at the other, not knowing what tricks Secretary Pei Yuantao had up his sleeve.

Some thought to themselves, perhaps Secretary Pei Yuantao was the type of person who had honey on his lips but a sword in his heart—smiling on the surface, but stabbing you in the back.

Yes, that must be it.

Qin Chuan had messed with his son; how could he let him off? Just wait, there was definitely a good show coming up.

Many people held this suspicion, and many officials were in a spectator mindset.

The group sat down in the large conference room, and Qin Chuan began to introduce the situation in Wanshun County, reporting on recent work and plans.

For example, the construction progress of the Jigong Mountain Gold Mine, the construction of the Shenlong Automobile Manufacturing Factory, production capacity, and so on.

It was illustrated with pictures and text, and the introduction was very detailed.

While listening, Zhang Qun was cursing in his heart.

Damn it, you've introduced everything so well that I really can't find any faults. It makes it so I don't even know where to start if I want to criticize you.

After the introduction, Secretary Pei Yuantao's actions left many people confused again.

Not only did he not offer any criticism, but on the contrary, he praised them profusely. In front of so many people, he not only praised the Wanshun County leadership team but specifically praised Qin Chuan.

"Comrade Qin Chuan is doing well, very outstanding. In the short few months since taking office, the changes in Wanshun County are obvious to all. As a provincial leader, I am very happy to see this situation."

"Mayor Zhang Qun, for such an outstanding comrade as Secretary Qin Chuan, you in Ningzhou must treat him like a treasure. You cannot let such a good comrade suffer any grievances."

Zhang Qun was a bit embarrassed, a stiff smile plastered on his face, "Secretary Pei is absolutely right. Comrade Qin Chuan's excellence is obvious to all. For such an outstanding comrade, we in Ningzhou will certainly make good use of him and will not let him suffer even the slightest grievance."

This statement was not bad, and Secretary Pei Yuantao nodded slightly with satisfaction.

After hearing the introduction, Secretary Pei Yuantao proposed, "Comrade Qin Chuan, I would like to go to the Jigong Mountain Gold Mine first, and then to the Shenlong New Energy Automobile Manufacturing Factory. Is that possible?"

Everyone looked at each other.

Judging by this stance, Secretary Pei really wanted to conduct an inspection and research. This maneuver was completely incomprehensible to everyone.

Qin Chuan said, "We couldn't be more welcoming of Secretary Pei conducting an on-site inspection. Let's head out now."

The group went downstairs and got into their cars. The first stop was the Jigong Mountain Gold Mine, where they inspected for at least an hour, and then they went to the Shenlong Automobile Manufacturing Factory, which had already started construction.

Throughout the inspection process, it was not just a cursory look, but a real investigation and inspection. Secretary Pei Yuantao looked very carefully and in-depth, occasionally asking some questions.

There was not a word of criticism; on the contrary, he offered praise from time to time, and each time it was in front of everyone.

He even stated multiple times in front of everyone that the provincial level supported Wanshun County, and if there were any difficulties, they could go directly to the provincial level or directly to him.

After the inspection, it was already four or five in the afternoon.

The group returned to the conference room, and Secretary Pei Yuantao offered another round of praise, which was a complete affirmation of Wanshun County. Then, he actually took the initiative to apologize to Qin Chuan.

"Comrade Qin Chuan, regarding my son's matter, I apologize to you. It was my lack of strict discipline that led to such a thing happening. I state here that you should not treat him leniently on my account. Just treat him as an ordinary person. Deal with him as should be dealt with. I personally have absolutely no objection."

This...

The situation was completely wrong. How could Secretary Pei say such things in front of everyone?

Zhang Qun was also completely confused and couldn't understand it at all. What he understood even less was that after Secretary Pei Yuantao finished speaking, he waved his hand and said, "Comrade Qin Chuan, I've troubled you. It's not too late yet; we are heading back to the provincial capital now."

What!

Going back now?

Since you're already here, aren't you going to visit Deputy County Party Secretary Pei Lin, who is being detained? That is your only son.

Zhang Qun was a bit anxious and suggested, "Secretary Pei, are you not going to visit Deputy County Party Secretary Pei Lin before you leave?"