usatvline Chapter 361 Reopening the Investigation into the Wrongful Conviction
Chapter 361 Reopening the Investigation into the Wrongful Conviction
"Officer Qi, what's your opinion on this matter?"
"Officer Qi, will you help Ms. Zhao?"
"Officer Qi, as law enforcers, don't you think it's terrifying if police officers knowingly break the law?"
Qi Tongwei certainly knew how terrible it was, but some people became lawless just because they had a little power.
"Dear journalists, society needs the supervision of public opinion. I hope that your pens will adhere to the principle of seeking truth from facts, and you must not embellish or even fabricate stories."
Reporters also want to be truthful, but with editors reviewing their work, they're free to write whatever they want, and of course, there are plenty of people who are paid to do things their way.
"Officer Qi, a journalist's professional ethics include exposing the injustices and darker aspects of society. Aren't you afraid that we'll write about it and damage the image of the police?"
Qi Tongwei has nothing to fear. Of course, the more transparent society is, the better. "Dear reporters," he said, "as long as you're not making things up, I think whatever you write is perfectly acceptable."
"Officer Qi, since you came to Tianhe City, you've solved a series of murder and drug cases. What do you think you've relied on?"
Of course, with the backing of his superiors, Qi Tongwei couldn't reveal his true feelings and also had to prevent reporters from digging a hole for him.
"Dear reporters, solving this case wasn't the achievement of one person, but the result of the tireless cooperation of countless comrades working day and night. I'm not here for an interview today; please don't misunderstand what's important."
"Officer Qi, rumors say you have a deep conflict with Chenjiazhai. Was your precise arrest of Director Chen this time really based on a tip from the public?"
Damn it, isn't this just stirring up trouble?
Qi Tongwei spoke with conviction, "Of course it was based on a tip from the public. The police station has rules; we can't investigate without a case being filed. You should trust my professional ethics."
"Officer Qi, it's not that people don't believe you, but there are rumors that you came to Tianhe City with some kind of purpose."
Qi Tongwei smiled. It seemed this reporter didn't dare to be too bold; he could have just said he was there to deal with Chenjia Village.
"Reporter, you have a vivid imagination. My coming to Tianhe City is just a normal thing. As a police officer, my duty is to fight crime. Anyone who breaks the law is my target."
Suddenly, the cell phone rang again. Qi Tongwei quickly ran to the side. "Director Ye, can we reopen the investigation?"
Ye Xingguo approached Li Yong'an, the top leader, and explained his opinion in detail. He naturally preferred to reinvestigate the case, and after some thought, Li Yong'an agreed.
"Wan Hongda's case can be reinvestigated, but it must be based on facts and absolutely cannot be influenced by preconceived notions or subjective emotions. You got it?"
"Yes, Director Ye, I've got it."
Qi Tongwei was very excited. Saving Wan Hongda meant saving the jobs of thousands of workers, and who knows, it might even give rise to a world-class brand in the future. There aren't many bosses with brand awareness these days.
As for subjective emotions, how could Qi Tongwei be exempt from them? His experience of watching martial arts films since childhood gave him an innate idea of acting on behalf of heaven.
He was deeply influenced by the idea that "when poor, one should cultivate one's own virtue; when successful, one should benefit all under heaven." With power, he naturally had to deal with corrupt officials, sycophants, and gangsters.
After hanging up the phone, everyone walked over, waiting for Qi Tongwei to say what he was about to say. Everyone knew that the call was an instruction from the leader.
Zhao Jing was so nervous that her hands were trembling. Only by reinvestigating could her husband have any hope of being released from prison and having his name cleared.
For some reason, Wan Yunyun felt an inexplicable sense of trust when she saw Qi Tongwei, believing that he would definitely be able to give her family justice.
The hundreds of workers were on tenterhooks. Without comparison, there is no harm. Others took over Fuxing Herbal Tea just to make money, but Wan Hongda truly treated them like family.
Qi Tongwei waved for everyone to quiet down, and for a moment it was unusually quiet, with only the sound of wind blowing leaves.
"Ms. Zhao, following a decision by our superiors, the reinvestigation of Wan Hongda's case will now officially commence."
Upon hearing this, Zhao Jing could no longer control herself and burst into tears. The grievances and hardships of the past two years had finally given way to a glimmer of hope.
"Thank you, Officer Qi, thank you, Officer Qi."
The mother and daughter embraced and wept, while reporters frantically took photos. Using such an image as a cover would inevitably ignite public outrage.
The workers cheered excitedly, as if they could welcome their factory director, Mr. Wan, back tomorrow. People only know how to cherish something when they lose it.
Provincial Party Committee Meeting Room.
Provincial Party Secretary Li Yong'an convened an emergency meeting. His expression was extremely serious. It was already outrageous enough that a deputy director of a municipal bureau was involved in drug use and the bureau chief was promiscuous. Now, it also involves collusion between officials and businessmen to seize private enterprises. How could such a thing happen in eastern Guangdong, which is at the forefront of reform and opening up?
"Comrades, I'm sure you've all heard what happened. A deputy director of the municipal bureau did something so absurd. Is this the kind of cadre the Party educates us to be?"
"I'm embarrassed to even mention that terms like 'group drug use' and 'group promiscuity' are used to describe a government official."
"No sooner has one problem been solved than another arises. Fuxing Herbal Tea just resolved the issue of unpaid wages for its workers, and now they've filed a formal complaint alleging that our audacious Deputy Director Chen colluded with her husband to abuse their power and seize control of a private enterprise."
"Whether it's a case of seizing private enterprises still needs further investigation, but these group drug use and group sex were reported by the provincial department and they were caught on the spot. Let's all discuss how this should be handled."
The provincial party secretary and governor Du Jianzhang have already discussed reinvestigating Wan Hongda's case, which could appropriately eliminate some of the influence of clan power and be more conducive to the city's economic development.
The clan power in eastern Guangdong is very strong, and it is unrealistic to suppress them all. However, it is quite necessary to deter and warn them.
"Comrades, we are public servants who serve the people. Whoever violates regulations or discipline will be dealt with strictly in accordance with Party discipline and national laws. We must never bend the law for personal gain."
The meaning of the top leader and the second-in-command was very clear, and the leaders present had no choice but to agree.
Chen Wangui couldn't sit still. He couldn't just watch Chen Wenru go from being a high-ranking deputy director of the municipal bureau to a prisoner. He had to protect his own people.
"Secretary Li, Governor Du, I strongly support the serious handling of cadres who violate regulations and discipline. This is damaging the image of our Party and the country, and it must not be tolerated."
The phrase "first praise, then criticize" was used by Vice Governor Chen, and everyone understood that the "but" was about to come. After all, Chen Wenru was from Chenjia Village, and it wouldn't be right not to help her.
"But I also have some questions, and I would like Comrade Xingguo to clear them up for me."
Ye Xingguo had long been prepared. In any case, every time the provincial party committee meeting involved the issue of Chenjiazhai, the two of them would have to engage in a fierce verbal battle. As for who would win or lose, it was still too early to tell.
"Comrade Wan Gui, please speak, I am all ears."