As soon as Han Ying finished speaking, Qin Mu's eyes lit up with surprise!
He hadn't expected that Han Ying's thoughts would coincide with his own!
Furthermore, from this perspective, Han Ying's ability to become the director of the county government office was indeed commendable; she could see what others couldn't and think of solutions others couldn't.
"Director Han, you're getting smarter and smarter."
Qin Mu smiled slightly and said, "With your talent, you're somewhat wasted in the county government office."
Upon hearing this, Han Ying's eyes lit up with excitement.
County Head Qin's words were an affirmation of her abilities.
"County Head, I think the county government office is great. Being able to be by your side all the time, I can learn a lot."
Han Ying said with utmost sincerity, "Being able to learn from a leader like you is an invaluable asset that will benefit me for life!"
She really knows how to talk!
Even Qin Mu had to give her a compliment for this flattery.
Flattery is something no one dislikes; however, there are varying degrees of skill in it. Some flattery is disgusting and repulsive.
Others flatter it in a way that brings pleasure and comfort.
That's the difference in flattery technique.
"As long as you're in the county government, you can learn whatever you want," Qin Mu smiled and said.
"You can go and get back to work now!"
"Okay, County Chief, just call me if you need anything."
Han Ying readily agreed and immediately went to her seat.
She knew that County Chief Qin was definitely preparing materials to take action against Chen Xin and Niu Feiyu. He would definitely carry out his harsh words; otherwise, how could he establish his authority?
To counter Liang Guan, the top leader, County Chief Qin's primary task was to forge a unified county government, ensuring everyone obeyed his orders.
Otherwise, if someone was constantly holding them back, how could they present a united front against external threats?
…
Qin Mu watched Han Ying's retreating figure, his mind racing with thoughts of his next move regarding her.
He was quite satisfied with the work of this county government office director. Qin Mu was also observing her every word and action. In his opinion, Han Ying was a talent worth cultivating; she was meticulous in her work, decisive in her actions, and resolutely obedient to orders.
Since becoming the county government office director, she had been diligent and responsible in handling the tasks assigned to her, which had satisfied Qin Mu considerably.
If he wanted to remove Niu Feiyu and Chen Xin, and the county government needed to replenish its manpower, Han Ying would be a good candidate.
Of course, that was a matter for later!
The immediate focus was on how to remove Chen Xin and Niu Feiyu.
Han Ying was right about this. Qin Mu wasn't a man without a plan; if he dared to say something, he would definitely do it.
Both Chen Xin and Niu Feiyu were promoted to deputy county magistrates during Yu Xuewen's tenure. It could be said that their rise to power was due to Yu Xuewen's recommendations.
Who is Yu Xuewen?
He's a top-tier corrupt official. Anyone recommended by him, if not 100%, is almost certainly 90% his cronies.
Chen Xin and Niu Feiyu are no exception!
After quickly tidying up, Qin Mu went out. He was going to meet someone, someone who could play a decisive role in this incident.
Juxianlou!
Once a top-tier restaurant in Huaining County, it suddenly fell into disrepair after Yu Xuewen and his associates were brought down, becoming deserted.
Business was declining day by day.
"County Chief Qin, long time no see!"
Liang Sijia, the owner, sat at the entrance, head drooping, looking at Qin Mu with a smile, and said, "Your guests are in private room number three upstairs. Just go in; no one will come!"
"No business at all now?"
Qin Mu glanced around. There wasn't a single customer, not even a waiter in sight.
"Today is the last day of business."
Liang Sijia said calmly, "Juxianlou is closing down. My mission here is over."
Closing down already?
Qin Mu was surprised, yet it seemed expected.
From what he knew, Liang Sijia came to Huaining County to avenge her sister. Through some unsavory means, she gained the trust of Liu Jin and Yu Xuewen, opened Juxianlou, and secretly gathered evidence, all of which she handed over to Zhao Guanlin in the provincial department!
During the provincial discipline inspection commission's investigation of Yu Xuewen, Liang Sijia also played a role, handing over all the information she had about Xuewen. The investigation of several section-level officials was also thanks to Liang Sijia.
Now that even Liu Jin was temporarily detained, there was naturally no point in her staying.
"I wish you a safe journey."
Qin Mu nodded, said this, and then walked upstairs to the designated private room. The people inside immediately stood up when they saw him enter.
"County Chief Qin!"
This person was none other than Zhang Kui, Yu Xuewen's former secretary.
"How have you been these past few days?"
Qin Mu glanced at him and asked with a smile.
Feelings?
Zhang Kui gave a wry smile. As for his feelings, they were truly indescribable.
A mixture of emotions!
Sweet, sour, bitter, and spicy!
To be precise, he experienced every flavor except sweet.
"County Chief Qin, please don't mock me."
Zhang Kui sighed and said, "I've been to the provincial, municipal, and county disciplinary commissions—three levels of commissions. Every day I wake up to interrogation. To be honest, if it weren't for my wife, children, and elderly father, I'd want to die. That kind of life isn't for a normal person."
Hearing this, Qin Mu wasn't surprised.
Yu Xuewen's downfall was a major event that shook Jiangzhou. As Yu Xuewen's secretary, Zhang Kui was definitely a prime target for investigation.
He was investigated at the provincial, municipal, and county levels.
As for the methods used, they were naturally endless and varied. Perhaps Zhang Kui didn't appear physically injured, but the mental torture he suffered was unprecedented!
"You want to go back to work, right?"
Qin Mu asked.
"Yes!"
Zhang Kui nodded hurriedly and said, "I went to the county party committee office to inquire, but it seems they don't want to accept me or let me go back. Their idea is for me to find a department that will accept me and transfer directly there. There's definitely no place for me in the county party committee office."
Who would dare hire a former county party secretary's secretary?
Not to mention the county party committee office, no one in the other departments of the county party committee and government would dare hire him. With Zhang Kui's background, starting over would be too difficult.
"There's a position in the county government office; you can come."
Qin Mu said calmly, "As long as you can hand over the materials I want, there's no problem!"
What he wanted…
Zhang Kui naturally knew what Qin Mu wanted. As someone serving Xue Wen, Zhang Kui naturally had his strengths, and what happened in the county government wasn't a secret.
"I brought the materials."
Zhang Kui said slowly, "They're all in here. Please take a look!"
Oh?
So clever?
Qin Mu listened with satisfaction. Dealing with smart people was so smooth, saving him a lot of trouble. With others, it might have taken a long time to subtly hint.
But Zhang Kui was different; he didn't ask anything and just gave it to him directly.
"Go back and wait for news. Someone will contact you."
Qin Mu picked up the USB drive from the table, stood up, and left without asking any further questions.
Zhang Kui watched County Chief Qin's retreating figure, momentarily stunned, then couldn't help but smile.
This County Chief Qin truly trusted him!
Perhaps, this was a battle of wits between masters?