81: Chapter 81 Anonymous Materials

Changyuan County Public Security Bureau, Party Committee conference room.

Secretary Liu Qingfeng sat at the head of the table with a brown paper file folder in front of him.

He did not rush to open it, but instead picked up his tea cup for a sip, his gaze slowly sweeping over those present.

"Comrades, this meeting was called on short notice, and there is only one topic."

He picked up the file folder and weighed it in his hand.

"Someone sent anonymous material regarding Sihai Group."

The atmosphere in the conference room instantly solidified; Political Commissar Hu Ke's gaze flickered.

Deputy Director Chen Ling lowered his head, staring at the notebook in front of him, motionless.

Chief Wang and Sha Hai exchanged a look, then quickly looked away.

Xu Weidong sat to the right of Secretary Liu Qingfeng, his face calm, revealing no expression.

Secretary Liu Qingfeng opened the folder, pulled out a stack of materials, flipped through them roughly, and then set them down.

"The content is very detailed."

"Everything President Cheng Xin has done in Changyuan County over the years is listed, one by one, clearly."

"Illegal mining, tax evasion, hiring thugs to injure people, organizing prostitution, and even human trafficking..."

Secretary Liu Qingfeng paused, his gaze becoming sharper.

"Every single item pulled out is a major case."

The conference room was deathly silent; Secretary Liu Qingfeng leaned back in his chair, his gaze sweeping over those present.

"Everyone knows what status Sihai Group has held in Changyuan County all these years."

"A major taxpayer, a pillar enterprise, an honored guest of the county."

"That man, President Cheng Xin, is even more well-connected, capable of handling matters in both the underworld and the legitimate world."

Secretary Liu Qingfeng paused, his tone becoming meaningful.

"But now, someone has sent these materials to our bureau. What does this indicate?"

No one answered, so Secretary Liu Qingfeng provided the answer himself.

"It means that President Cheng Xin's backer has fallen; it means someone wants him dead."

Secretary Liu Qingfeng looked at Political Commissar Hu Ke and said: "Political Commissar Hu Ke, what is your view?"

Political Commissar Hu Ke pondered for a moment, weighing his words: "Director, if these materials are true, then the problems with Sihai Group are indeed very serious."

"However... we need to figure out who sent the materials and why."

"In case someone is trying to borrow a knife to kill, we must also be on guard."

Secretary Liu Qingfeng nodded, then looked at Deputy Director Chen Ling: "What about Deputy Director Chen Ling?"

Deputy Director Chen Ling raised his head, his expression somewhat stiff.

He cleared his throat and then said: "I agree with Political Commissar Hu Ke's opinion."

"The materials must be investigated, but we must also be cautious."

"After all, Sihai Group has too much influence in the county; acting rashly might cause unnecessary shock."

Secretary Liu Qingfeng hummed, offering no evaluation.

He looked at Chief Wang and Sha Hai, both of whom expressed agreement with being cautious.

Finally, Secretary Liu Qingfeng's gaze fell on Xu Weidong.

"Comrade Weidong, you are the Executive Deputy Director in charge of criminal investigation and public security. Tell us your thoughts."

Xu Weidong was silent for a few seconds, then spoke.

"Director, comrades. I have read this material."

"To be honest, after reading it, my first reaction wasn't how to investigate, but why someone sent it only now."

With these words, everyone present was stunned.

Xu Weidong continued: "Sihai Group has operated in Changyuan County for so many years; the things they have done didn't happen overnight."

"Why hasn't anyone investigated all these years? Why couldn't they be investigated? Is it because President Cheng Xin is capable? Or because someone is shielding him?"

"Now, someone has sent the materials."

"No matter who sent the materials or for what purpose, one thing is certain."

"These things are evidence."

Xu Weidong picked up the materials in front of him and shook them: "The evidence is right here."

"We are police officers; when we see evidence, what should we do?"

No one spoke; Xu Weidong set the materials down and said, word by word: "Act according to the law."

Secretary Liu Qingfeng looked at him, a flicker of appreciation in his gaze.

"Comrade Weidong is right."

"Acting according to the law is our duty."

"No matter who sent the materials, no matter what their purpose is, whether the materials are true or false, we will only know after investigating."

"If it is true, handle it according to the law."

"If it is false, pursue the accuser for false accusation."

"This logic is very simple."

Secretary Liu Qingfeng paused, his tone becoming firmer.

"Therefore, I propose we immediately establish a special investigation team to conduct a comprehensive investigation into Sihai Group's suspected illegal and criminal activities."

"Comrade Weidong, you will command this case."

Xu Weidong was taken aback, then said: "Director, I..."

Secretary Liu Qingfeng waved his hand, interrupting him: "You are the Executive Deputy Director in charge of criminal investigation and public security; this case is exactly what you should handle."

"If you need any resources, tell me directly."

"If you encounter any resistance, I will bear it."

Secretary Liu Qingfeng paused, his gaze becoming more profound.

"Comrade Weidong, this is the organization's trust in you."

"It is also a test for you from the organization."

Xu Weidong looked at him, silent for a few seconds, then nodded solemnly: "Director, rest assured, I will definitely go all out."

Secretary Liu Qingfeng nodded and looked at the others: "Does anyone have any objections?"

Political Commissar Hu Ke shook his head: "No objections."

Chief Wang and Sha Hai also expressed agreement.

Deputy Director Chen Ling kept his head down, and only after several seconds did he say: "I agree too."

Secretary Liu Qingfeng slapped the table: "Good, then it is decided. Meeting adjourned."

After the meeting ended, Xu Weidong returned to his office and stood by the window for a long time.

He picked up the phone and dialed the number of Deputy Captain Liu Jianguo of the Criminal Investigation Brigade.

"Jianguo, you and Deputy Captain Wang Tiejun come to my office."

Ten minutes later, Deputy Captain Liu Jianguo and Deputy Captain Wang Tiejun stood before Xu Weidong.

Xu Weidong handed the materials to the two men: "I have been ordered by the Director to command the Sihai Group case. You two first look through these materials to get an idea."

The two took the materials and began to browse.

As he watched, Deputy Captain Liu Jianguo frowned: "Director, this material... is too detailed. It looks like it was written by an insider."

Deputy Captain Wang Tiejun also nodded: "Yes, many details are not things outsiders would know."

Xu Weidong nodded: "I know."

"Let's not worry about who sent the materials for now. The urgent matter is to verify the facts in the materials."

He stood up and walked to the map of the county hanging on the wall.

"Sihai Group's headquarters is in the county town, but their industry is mainly in Hukuang Township."

"Although the Hukuang Township Government has suspended Sihai Mining's operations and detained the main person in charge, they haven't made things too difficult for the company."

"We will split into two paths."

"One path to audit the headquarters' accounts, the other to go to Hukuang Township to clarify the situation at the mines."

"This man, President Cheng Xin, has a strong sense of anti-investigation."

"We must act quickly and not give him time to transfer evidence or destroy materials."

Deputy Captain Liu Jianguo and Deputy Captain Wang Tiejun looked at each other, both seeing excitement in the other's eyes.

"Director, when do we act?"

Xu Weidong checked his watch: "Tonight."

At ten o'clock that night, The Government Compound of the Changyuan County Public Security Bureau was brightly lit.

Dozens of police officers were ready to go; the main force of the Criminal Investigation Brigade and the public security brigade were all in place.

Several police cars were parked in the courtyard, their engines already started.

Xu Weidong stood in front of the formation and said in a deep voice: "Comrades, tonight's operation has only one target."

"Sihai Group!"

Xu Weidong paused and continued: "Sihai Group has operated in Changyuan County for many years; you know better than I do how many illegal and criminal things they have done."

"Illegal mining, tax evasion, hiring thugs to injure people, organizing prostitution, human trafficking... every single one is a blood debt."

"Why hasn't anyone investigated all these years? Why couldn't they be investigated?"

"Because someone was shielding them."

"Now, their protector has fallen."

"Now, the evidence is in our hands."

Xu Weidong raised his voice: "We are police officers."

"The duty of the police is to act according to the law, to uphold justice, and to protect the safety of the common people."

"Tonight, we will let those who do evil know that the law is not just for show and that justice will not be absent."

Xu Weidong paused, his gaze becoming firmer.

"Action!"

Dozens of police officers quickly boarded the vehicles; the police cars roared out of The Government Compound and disappeared into the night.

At the same time, in the eastern suburbs of the county, at the Sihai Group headquarters building, President Cheng Xin was in his office with a pile of documents spread out in front of him.

He had been restless lately, always feeling that something was about to happen.

His cell phone suddenly rang.

He glanced at the caller ID and answered: "Hello?"

"President Cheng, it's bad!"

"The Public Security Bureau is here! Several cars are almost at the building!"

President Cheng Xin's face turned pale instantly; he hung up the phone and hurriedly packed his things.

Just as he pulled open the drawer, the door was kicked open.

"Don't move! Police!"

Several fully armed police officers rushed in, their dark gun barrels pointed at him.

President Cheng Xin raised his hands, forcing a hideous smile: "Comrades, is there some misunderstanding? I am President Cheng Xin, the chairman of Sihai Group..."

"President Cheng Xin, there is no misunderstanding."

Xu Weidong walked in and stood before him.

President Cheng Xin looked at this young man, a chill rising in his heart.

"Director, I..."

"President Cheng, if you have anything to say, say it at the bureau."

Xu Weidong waved his hand, and two police officers stepped forward and handcuffed President Cheng Xin.

As President Cheng Xin was taken out, he looked back at the office; the achievements he had been so proud of were now all illusions.

Downstairs, police cars drove away one after another.

At the same time, news came from Hukuang Township.

The relevant personnel of Sihai Mining were all under control.

That night, Changyuan County did not sleep.

Early the next morning, the news spread throughout the county.

Sihai Group had been taken down, and President Cheng Xin had been arrested.

Those who had once worked under President Cheng Xin were in a panic.

Those who had once cooperated with President Cheng Xin were busy cutting ties.

Those who had once been oppressed by President Cheng Xin were spreading the news to each other.

Human nature was displayed vividly at this moment!

Sihai Group, which had dominated Changyuan County for more than a decade, collapsed overnight!

In the courtyard of the County Public Security Bureau, people came one after another to report.

Some came to provide clues, some came to testify, and others just came to watch the excitement.