The Invincible Son-in-law

Chapter 915: Set Up

Logically speaking, if the matters weren't handled well, at most the higher-ups would just question a few things.

However, the current situation is different.

He Ligang wanted to seize credit and achievements, and that's why this farce happened. If these two major projects were messed up, the authorities above might not easily forgive him.

After all, Secretary Cao and Mayor Ma of the City Government are still counting on achieving results from Wucheng County to have the opportunity to climb higher.

Li Jingyi didn't argue with him any further, just shook her head blankly, her brows tightly furrowed, evidently worried about the projects failing.

Actually, according to her, she definitely wouldn't give He Ligang any opportunity.

However, that day Lin Hao stepped forward willingly and agreed to He Ligang's request, so she couldn't say anything about it.

Now it seems that Lin Hao had dug a pit for this fool.

If He Ligang falls into it, it would be very difficult to climb out.

He Ligang left with a wooden expression, his head drooped, and the spirit from before was long gone, leaving only deep regret.

One is the regret of daring not to seize credit, and the other is the resentment toward Lin Hao for not helping him.

People are such selfish creatures; before, when he was vying for other people's projects, Lin Hao stepped aside, yet he felt it was only natural.

Later when he couldn't solve the financial issues himself, he wanted others to assist, and the moment they weren't willing, he hated them.

People like this, who are detestable, deserve to be played.

On the other side, Li Jingyi quickly communicated with the City Government and several standing committee members, deciding to convene a meeting immediately.

After all, since He Ligang botched the two projects, timely intervention was necessary to prevent the projects from going under.

Secretary Cao and Mayor Ma learned that He Ligang stepped up to claim credit but couldn't solve the two major issues, making them feel deeply disappointed in him.

But following proper procedure, at most it would just be ineffective work, not meriting a punishment, possibly just a reprimand, and he wouldn't be used in the future.

Half an hour later, Lin Hao received the notice and arrived at the small meeting room of the county committee office.

He Ligang, as the main culprit, naturally came to the meeting room, wanting to see how this matter could be smoothed over.

"Everyone, today we are convening this emergency meeting because the new district project and the new energy vehicle project in our county have encountered issues..."

Li Jingyi scanned the room, her gaze landing on He Ligang's face.

"Vice President He previously took over two projects, mainly to resolve the funding issue for land compensation in Zhenjiang Village and to fight for new energy vehicle subsidy funds from the provincial department..."

"Unfortunately, Vice President He was completely incapable of solving these two issues, and now the problems are kicking back."

Li Jingyi's face turned ashen, truly wishing she could slap this fool out.

All eyes focused on He Ligang's face, making him extremely embarrassed, wishing he could dig a hole and bury himself.

"Comrades, this matter is I who didn't think it through, I... I originally thought..." He Ligang hesitated to speak.

Lin Hao sneered disdainfully and then said, "Originally thought it was very easy, also said originally thought could gain some credit?"

If this kind of thing weren't exposed, everyone could still maintain the necessary composure, but Lin Hao was so blunt, giving He Ligang no face at all.

The meeting room was utterly silent, so quiet one could hear a pin drop.

He Ligang only felt his face burning hot, but still suppressed his anger, awkwardly explained, "County Magistrate Lin, I... I was just trying to share some of the workload with you."

"Help me with the workload? Do you think anyone would believe that?" Lin Hao started to make it difficult.

He Ligang's face changed suddenly, and he said coldly, "What did you say?"

"What? Wasn't my words clear? Who do you think you are? Coming here to claim credit, you look too ugly snatching it like this." Lin Hao snorted in disdain.

This guy first came and wanted to be in charge of the economy, later proposed to share the projects, frankly, it was just to seize the credit.

Unfortunately, he didn't understand the situation at all, unaware of the thirty million funding gap.

As for the provincial department's new energy vehicle subsidy, without a relationship with the provincial standing committee, there would be no chance to even discuss it.

He really thought government subsidies were blown in by the wind!

Previously, Lin Hao had dealt with him superficially, and now this guy wanted to leave. How could that be allowed?

"County Magistrate Lin, who do you say looks ugly? I wasn't just being kind, worried that you couldn't handle it, thinking of sharing some of the workload pressure with you..."

He Ligang was indeed not someone easy to deal with, still speaking smoothly and trying to gain advantages falsely.

"Alright then, continue to share! If you have what it takes, solve the funding problem, why? Knowing you can't handle it and want to retreat?"

Lin Hao offered him no face, all was ridicule and sarcasm.

He Ligang's face changed dramatically, looking at Li Jingyi and others, apparently wanting to see their stance.

Unfortunately, now everyone showed an indifferent expression, no one stepped up to speak for him.

These committee members had experienced Lin Hao's means, and since Lin Hao took office, he had financially benefited them substantially; who would go against the financier?

To say nothing of it, even previous travel stipend excesses and some difficult expense accounts are easier to clear now than before.

This He Ligang's brain must have an issue, having not understood the situation at all, yet he still wanted to seize credit, truly overestimating himself and seeking his own demise.

"Secretary Li, I really had good intentions!"

He Ligang hoped Li Jingyi would speak on his behalf.

Unfortunately, such an explanation was too feeble and powerless.

"County Magistrate He, as you said before, could resolve the financial issues, so County Magistrate Lin handed the projects over to you. How could you renege now?"

"Without the capability, don't take on challenging tasks! You need to weigh your own strength, and now, with insufficient project funding, it will definitely affect the new district construction project."

"The new district construction project concerns the strategic development of our Wucheng County for the next ten years. And you, a word wants to kick the ball back..."

"How can you be so irresponsible? Want it, take it; don't want it, don't take it; is it fun? Do you think our government is a decoration?"

"Now what? Surely the project can't be left stranded?"

People were emotional, all accusing He Ligang, and the scene was immediately chaotic.

"Enough!"

Li Jingyi spoke, interrupting everyone, and said sternly, "Everyone, calm down and see what County Magistrate He has to say?"

Looking at the members of the standing committee who were seemingly eager to peel his skin and pull out his tendons, He Ligang felt a kind of cold fear, as if really afraid they would tear him apart.

"I... I indeed was thoughtless, I'm sorry for failing the party organization's trust in me, sorry to Secretary Li, sorry to County Magistrate Lin..."

He Ligang slightly bowed to everyone, evidently wanting to gain everyone's sympathy.