431: Chapter 431 Tie Xue Takes Office 431: Chapter 431 Tie Xue Takes Office Emerging from the county government building, Tangyu was in great spirits.
After being escorted to the gate by Yang Xiaoyu and getting into the waiting car, the smile still hadn’t left Tangyu’s face.
The progress of this affair had gone more smoothly than Tangyu had anticipated.
Firstly, Xiao Yu’s overwhelming power had given Tangyu a real glimpse of the might of the Five Young Masters of Donglin.
It wasn’t Tangyu who could upend Linwu County, but rather the unseen hand behind the scenes, Xiao Yu.
Secondly, the arrival of Yang Tianqiang to take up his post in Linwu County came as an unexpected surprise to Tangyu.
With Yang Tianqiang at the helm in Linwu County, this was really great news for Tangyu.
It was an undeniable boost for the future unfolding of events.
Moreover, after a chat with Yang Tianqiang just now, he had agreed that his first act in office would be to suppress Cai Corporation with all his might, using it as a model for disciplinary reform.
A new official must assert authority by setting fires, and this fire was naturally directed at Cai Corporation.
With such strong backing in place, what concerns could Tangyu have left?
Furthermore, Yang Tianqiang had agreed to vigorously promote the two men from the Chang Family, which would further enhance and solidify the Chang Family’s influence.
This made Tangyu’s endeavors much more convenient.
In addition to Cai Corporation, there was another hidden player stirring trouble behind the scenes this time—He Ming of the He Family, the president of the Donglin University Sanda Association, He Ye’s older brother, and a key lieutenant of the notorious Liu Dingyang.
So obviously, it was Liu Dingyang pulling the strings from behind, using He Ming to direct Ma Tian and Fei Yangzhi to incite the grudges between the Wei Family and the Chang Family.
Of course, the battle between the Wei and the Chang Families was only a smokescreen; the real intent was to target Tangyu.
That explained the series of incidents targeting Tangyu, all intended to stoke his enmity towards Wei Yaoye, with the aim of setting Tangyu against Wei Yaoye and using him to take Tangyu down.
Quite a clever ploy by He Ming, manipulating Linwu County’s major forces to his advantage.
Clearly, he knew of the past grudges between Tangyu and Wei Yaoye.
Liu Dingyang’s reach was quite something—Tangyu’s affairs seemed to be crystal clear to him.
Ma Tian and Fei Yangzhi posed little threat to Tangyu, and Wei Yaoye was not as weak as they imagined.
Tangyu’s attention, however, was more on Cai Long.
Since He Ming was using Ma Tian and Fei Yangzhi against Tangyu, it stood to reason that Cai Long, Tangyu’s arch-rival, would also be utilized.
In other words, Cai Long was likely aware that Tangyu was the mastermind behind the upheaval in Linwu County and was probably planning how to retaliate against Tangyu.
Of course, Tangyu was not at all worried.
Cai Long’s only trump card consisted of little more than small chips like Xiao Zhi and Xiao Yu, and by now, Xiao Yu should have successfully rescued Xiao Yu.
Lin Feifei and the others were staying at the Chang Family’s residence, and with Deng Li and the Chang Family looking after them, there should be no danger.
All in all, everything was essentially under Tangyu’s control, and progress was exceptionally smooth, which naturally put Tangyu in high spirits.
Just as Tangyu thought of Xiao Yu, his phone beeped with a new message.
He picked it up and saw a text from Xiao Yu, which added to the smile on his face.
Xiao Zhi and Xiao Yu had been successfully rescued, and the enemies on that end had been completely dealt with.
Plus, Xiao Yu and his team were standing guard to ensure Cai Long remained unaware of the changes that had taken place there.
“Heh, Cai Long, I really wonder what moves you have left.
Soon, I will give you a big surprise,” Tangyu said with a sly smile curling at the corner of his mouth.
Upon returning to the Chang Family’s residence, lunch had been prepared.
Chang Zhaohui and his wife were too busy to be at home, naturally leaving no time for family.
Chang Zhaoyao wasn’t idling either, as they were both at the company taking charge of the big picture.
Thus, at home were just Chang Baosheng, the old master Chang, and the four of them, including Tangyu.
Outside, it was as if wars were raging and the earth was splitting, yet the Chang Family’s residence was warm and peaceful, akin to a tranquil haven amidst a stormy world.
“Haha, joyous news, truly joyous news.
Our Chang Family has truly hit the jackpot this time,” a hearty laugh came from outside the door, with the voice arriving even before the person did.
Chang Zhaoyao walked in with a radiant smile, beaming as if he had struck gold.
“Dad, what’s making you so happy?
What big news has happened?” Chang Baosheng immediately asked.
Chang Zhaoyao nodded and said, “It’s indeed big news, and it’s directly related to our Chang Family.
My older brother just called me to say that the County Party Secretary of Linwu has been decided—”
“Ah, it’s been determined so quickly?
Could it be our uncle?” Before Chang Zhaoyao could finish, Chang Baosheng excitedly interrupted him.
“If it really were your uncle, that would be great.
But our Chang Family’s influence isn’t strong enough to enable your uncle to make two jumps at once.
The newly appointed County Magistrate is quite significant—it’s the former head of the Donglin City Public Security Bureau, Yang Bureau from the Yang Family of Donglin City.
His appointment has surprised everyone.
Leaving behind the prestigious position of the head of the Public Security Bureau in Donglin City to become a County Magistrate in Linwu County is indeed puzzling,” said Chang Zhaoyao, shaking his head, still unable to comprehend the situation.
“Heh, better to be the head of a chicken than the tail of a phoenix,” Chang Baosheng said with a smile before asking, “Dad, what does this have to do with our Chang Family?”
“It has a lot to do with us, of course, a great deal to do with us.
Your uncle told me that the newly appointed County Magistrate of Yang County has already spoken to him alone and has explicitly said that a request has been made to promote your uncle to the position of county head.
Also, the County Magistrate mentioned your uncle-in-law, which seems like there’s an intention to promote him as well.
Your uncle has sounded out the County Magistrate several times, and from his tone, it seems that it’s pretty much decided.
If this gets entirely confirmed, then our Chang Family is truly about to soar,” Chang Zhaohui said, barely able to contain his joy.
“Really?
That’s absolutely fantastic,” Chang Baosheng was extraordinarily happy.
The old master of the Chang Family also rarely showed a broad smile, which lasted a long time, but within his profound gaze, it was hard to tell what he was thinking—it made him quite unfathomable.
“Dad, our Chang Family doesn’t seem to have much of a relationship with Donglin’s Yang Family, right?
Grandfather and the elder of the Yang Family aren’t acquainted, are they?
Why would the County Magistrate of Yang suddenly show such care towards our Chang Family?” Chang Baosheng suddenly asked.
“Ah, that’s quite possible,” Chang Baosheng nodded in understanding.
The old master of the Chang Family also said, “Regardless, this is good news.
Zhaohui, tell your brother to show sufficient sincerity to the County Magistrate.
Our Chang Family can be his staunch supporter.”
“My brother should know what to do,” Chang Zhaohui said.
A new wave of actions was about to sweep through Linwu County.
“Right, Dad, my brother has asked us to prepare to host a celebration ceremony for the County Magistrate’s new appointment tonight at our family’s hotel.
He said that this was the County Magistrate’s wish and that it should be taken care of by our Chang Family,” Chang Zhaohui added.
The old master of the Chang Family was moved, his smile growing even broader, “Good, very good.
We mustn’t treat this matter lightly.
Everyone who needs to be invited must be there.
The propaganda work that must be done has to be carried out properly.
The County Magistrate’s appointment is a major event for Linwu County, and the whole county must know about it.
Regarding the hotel, have you arranged it already?
Today, shut down all operations.
All guests inside must be cleared out.
Especially the security work, it has to be done well; we can’t afford any chaos.”
“I know, Dad.
I started making arrangements at the hotel as soon as I received the phone call.
For security, I’ve called all the security personnel under our Chang Family’s banner and have also hired people from a security company—there are over two hundred security guards now.
What’s left is sending out the invitations.
Dad, I’ll go take care of it now; I just came back to tell you about this,” Chang Zhaohui nodded.
“Hmm, go ahead,” the old master of the Chang Family nodded.
After Chang Zhaohui left, the atmosphere of joy within the Chang Family remained dense.
Before long, another wave, like a tsunami, swept through Linwu County.
Less than twenty-four hours since three high-ranking officials were taken away, the new County Party Secretary had already arrived in Linwu and began taking over all the authority in the county.
The speed was astonishing; the uninformed citizens just watched the excitement, with many cheering ‘long live the state’ as three officials who did not accomplish substantial work were taken down.
The news of Yang Tianqiang assuming the role of the County Party Secretary spread rapidly, causing an uproar in the political circles of Linwu County.
The Secretary was transferred from the Donglin City Public Security Bureau.
Many had heard of Yang Tianqiang’s strict methods, and numerous officials started to worry, fearing the arrival of a ‘steel-fisted Secretary’.
It seemed that the days ahead might become challenging.
Once again, everyone was on edge, afraid that the imminent political storm might affect them.
New officials tend to fire up upon taking office, and how these fires would burn was the subject of much speculation.
Then, another explosive piece of news broke: Tonight, the Chang Family would be hosting a celebration ceremony at their Jinhui Grand Hotel for Secretary Yang’s appointment, and invitations were sent out to all the distinguished figures in Linwu County.
With Secretary Yang only just taking office, and the Chang Family organizing this event, it was something thought-provoking.
Those in politics could smell something in the air; perhaps the Chang Family’s rise to power was inevitable and unstoppable.
It seemed certain that those two of the Chang Family would be moving up higher.