The former director took the photo in confusion and looked at it. Suddenly, his vision went black, he felt a sweet taste in his throat, and he almost spat out a mouthful of blood.
Although he didn't faint in the end, the meeting couldn't continue.
The five-fingerprint was so clear, it looked as if someone had slapped him hard across the face. The dignified deputy director of the health department had actually been slapped, and the news had been widely publicized, making it known to everyone.
This is utterly disgraceful and a complete loss of face for the government! Where is the leader's authority? Where is their dignity? They are utterly incompetent and utterly incompetent.
The meeting ended abruptly. Shortly afterward, there were unconventional personnel changes in the province. Yuan Li, the former deputy director of the Health Department, was dismissed and transferred to work as an editor at a municipal newspaper due to his poor performance and the resulting decline in the health system's morale in recent years.
A complete loss of power. Suddenly, "the gate was deserted and carriages and horses were scarce." The students and old friends who used to flock to her door were all so busy that they didn't even have time to look at her.
As if things weren't bad enough, her son, who had been beaten to death by security guards a few years ago for "acting bravely," was also exhumed and his corpse whipped.
It's said that his son attempted rape, and the security guard, in an act of bravery, accidentally killed him; therefore, it was considered an act of bravery.
Relying on the power behind them, their family turned around and slandered the security guard, giving their son a good reputation for "acting bravely and righteously," while sending a truly brave and righteous security guard to prison, where he was sentenced to more than ten years.
This incident quickly became a major online event, as the pinned post provided a detailed account of what happened, with the victim's daughter, son, and wife testifying. The victim, also burdened by a guilty conscience, refused to endure further torment. These testimonies were offered in support of the hero.
The internet was in an uproar, and the post was quickly reposted on major websites, becoming the most popular post, no less so than the incident of the village official being run over.
Meanwhile, the security guard's family also filed an appeal to overturn their father's conviction, accusing former Deputy Director of the Health Department Yuan Li of abusing her power for personal gain, accusing Yuan Li's son Yuan Baobao of attempted rape, and claiming that the original court made a wrongful judgment. They demanded compensation from the government, and so on.
The incident quickly escalated, becoming a major public spectacle and known to almost everyone. The Jiangdong City government, where the incident occurred, took it very seriously, with Mayor Ye Qing issuing a stern directive instructing the court to handle the matter rigorously, impartially, and strictly, with zero tolerance and a thorough investigation.
A high-ranking provincial leader has also spoken out, urging everyone to investigate thoroughly and give the citizens justice and an explanation. A true hero of courage and righteousness must be identified; we must not let heroes shed blood and tears again!
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Flying Bar is bustling with activity.
In a dimly lit corner, Li Yang sat quietly on a long, semi-circular sofa, looking quite comfortable. He held a bottle of pure vodka in his hand, undiluted and pungent. He took a sip, tossed it on the table, and muttered, "It's really awful. Russian liquor is only for Russians!"
Sitting on the opposite sofa was Pei Shiqun, who was both sexy and charming, but at this moment she was incredibly innocent. Today she was the most authentic version of herself she had been in years. The days of extravagance, self-destruction, and loss of faith had left her feeling extremely lonely and tormented, both physically and mentally.
She was perfectly lucid at that moment. Over the years, she had been a socialite, moving from one place to another, but she had always held onto her last shred of principles. She even still had her first kiss. Today, she was suddenly brought back to light, and her guilt made her bite her lip until it bled before she could finally catch her breath.
Pei Shiqun, who had never been sincere or serious about men in the past, looked at Li Yang with genuine innocence for the first time. She was even more surprised by Li Qinghua, who was also stunning at first sight, standing beside him. She had met Li Qinghua before, when she came to negotiate with Pei Shiqun about her father's affairs.
But she is completely different from her then. If she was a rough diamond back then, she is now a radiant and priceless gem.
He couldn't help but admire Li Yang once again. His ability to keep a proud and ambitious woman like Li Qinghua by his side was truly extraordinary.
"I know that whatever I say is wrong! I won't argue with anything you say, but I have one thing to say: I know my current status is nothing in your eyes. Women, especially women like me, are of some use. If you ever need my help in the future, please don't forget me!" Pei Shiqun didn't dare to be presumptuous, nor did she dare to beg for Li Qinghua's forgiveness. After all, from any perspective, what she did was immoral and unethical.
But who isn't made of flesh and blood? Everyone has parents, so Pei Shiqun's actions for her parents are indeed pitiful!
Li Yang didn't care, but the main character in all this was Li Qinghua. Although Li Hongyun hadn't come out yet, judging from the current situation, everything looked great, and his coming out was a foregone conclusion.
Moreover, their reputation will be restored, and they will receive government compensation. It's a stroke of good fortune, a blessing in disguise!
Although few people like such suffering.
Li Qinghua looked at Pei Shiqun with a complicated expression and said, "No need!"
"Then I'll toast Li Yang. You're the one who freed me from this misery, I must toast you!" Pei Shiqun said to Li Yang with reddened eyes and an excited tone.
Yes, if it weren't for Li Yang, she would have spent her whole life playing ball.
Li Yang really didn't want to make things difficult for this woman. They were both pitiful people, so he glanced at Li Qinghua, took the wine glass and said, "No need to be polite. I'm only doing this for Qinghua."
bite!
The two drank it all in one gulp.
Li Yang put down his wine glass. Pei Shiqun, however, was in tears, her face streaked with tears, yet her eyes held a smile. Like a delicate peony in full bloom, she was breathtakingly beautiful at that moment.
Li Yang started drooling a lot.
"I'll be going now. You two can continue your conversation!" Pei Shiqun downed her drink in one gulp, her fair neck, without an Adam's apple, had a certain charm as she moved.
Li Yang's eyes were sharp; through the open collar, the cleavage that was faintly visible was so alluring even without any effort to squeeze it out.
Chapter 336: Husband, I love you
She got up and left. The way she bent over and turned around made her round, pert buttocks look out of place. There was no trace of underwear. Li Yang wondered if she wasn't wearing any underwear. He couldn't help but glance at her. Damn, it was a thong! Black lace. It was so sexy and alluring!
Li Qinghua naturally didn't see Li Yang's lecherous expression, but she heard him gulp down his throat. Had he only just swallowed that mouthful of wine?
"Li Yang, I'd like to toast you too!" Li Qinghua said excitedly, her eyes red.
"Alright!" He'd drink even if it meant dying from a beautiful woman's toast. Besides, his alcohol tolerance could be summed up in one Japanese name—Sakai!
"Li Yang, I remember everything you've done for me. I have no way to repay you, so I'll sing you a song," Li Qinghua said sincerely, her eyes red-rimmed.
Looking at her delicate, tear-streaked appearance, Li Yang felt an extra allure. Glancing down, he noticed that, perhaps because she ran a bar and in this very open era, even the usually aloof and cold Li Qinghua had her breasts slightly exposed, glistening and tempting under the lights.
"What song do you want to hear?" Li Qinghua asked expectantly.
Li Yang's heart skipped a beat. He decided to sing "Eighteen Touches" then. Luckily, he didn't shamelessly say it aloud, or he would have lost face big time. He might have even angered Li Qinghua.
"Then let's sing 'Husband, Husband, I Love You'!" Li Yang said with a mischievous grin.
Li Qinghua was stunned, her cheeks flushed red, and she said in embarrassment and anger, "Li Yang, what nonsense are you talking about?"
"Uh, I slipped up and said the wrong thing. Well, I'll just sing 'Airport' then." Li Yang chuckled dryly. Getting the aloof nightclub queen to sing such an ambiguous song would immediately ignite the atmosphere in the bar. In just a few hours, everyone who frequented the bar would know that the usually cold and unapproachable nightclub queen of Feiyang Bar had suddenly become aroused last night and sang "Husband, Husband, I Love You," which truly shocked all the customers and thrilled these beastly women!
"Airport" is the signature song of Li Qinghua's band and also one of Li Qinghua's best-known pieces. Although she still composes in her spare time after becoming a bar manager and being crowned the queen of the nightlife scene, she doesn't have enough time and mostly spends it on running the bar and creating a lively atmosphere to boost its popularity.