Official Career Storm

Zhang Jie looked very unhappy after learning about it.

She thought the matter had already passed, but Qu Xiangru and Wu Qiangwei actually followed them to the Provincial City.

Of course, she knew that Yan Han had gone too far this time.

But people tend to protect their own, especially since he's her nephew!

In her view, although the impact of this matter was bad, ultimately, it caused no substantial harm.

Song Guanchao should have let it go when he could!

But now, no matter what she's saying, it's too late.

Mayor Zhou already said he would demote him, and once said, it can't be taken back.

"Follow Mayor Zhou's arrangement for now. Auntie will help you get justice."

Yan Han believed his aunt. From childhood to adulthood, she had never deceived him.

If she said she'd help, she definitely would.

Meanwhile.

Mayor Zhou also called Deputy Mayor Zhang Yan.

"Mayor Zhang, tomorrow, you go to the Police Department..."

By rights, such a matter should be directly assigned to Liang Jianfeng.

But he didn't do that. Instead, he instructed Zhang Yan to deliver the latest adjustment on Yan Han's position to the Police Department.

Because Liang Jianfeng was transferred from Lingjiang City.

If sincere intent is to be expressed, it's best done in the name of the City Government, keeping Liang Jianfeng out to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings.

Zhang Yan was quite surprised upon learning about this.

Yan Han was Zhang Jie's nephew, so why was he suddenly demoted?

"Mayor Zhou, did Director Yan commit some error?"

Mayor Zhou didn't hide it from her, directly explaining everything, and after speaking said, "Remember to go to the Police Department tomorrow, don't delay."

"Alright."

Zhang Yan put down the phone, looking pensive.

It turned out that it was because of Song Guanchao that he was demoted.

Zhang Yan thought she might be able to use this incident.

Ever since Luo Sanming's death, Zhang Yan had been gloomy and dispirited, unable to muster interest in anything, always harboring a seed of vengeance in her heart.

But because of Luo Sanming's issue, she had exhausted too many favors, her influence had waned, and if she stirred up more trouble, no one could cover for her.

Moreover, she had no means for revenge.

Behind Song Guanchao were Wu Qiangwei and Qu Xiangru.

Most importantly, Song Guanchao had those videos from Yunhai Club in his possession.

While Luo Sanming was dead, she was still alive!

If she couldn't take him down at once, as soon as Song Guanchao regained his footing, he would definitely use those videos to threaten her.

Therefore, even if Zhang Yan had the power for revenge, she could only endure it.

And now, she suddenly realized that maybe she could use the conflict between Yan Han and him to do something!

...

A little after eight in the evening, Yan Han was drinking alone at home when the doorbell suddenly rang.

He went to open it, and upon seeing who it was, his gloomy face showed a hint of a smile: "Cousin, why are you here?"

The visitor was none other than Zhang Jie's son, Ji Lin.

Ji Lin sniffed and frowned: "How much have you drunk?"

"Not much."

Yan Han turned around and walked towards the living room.

Ji Lin saw the beer cans scattered on the coffee table and looked slightly displeased.

Although he was two years younger than Yan Han, he was very mature.

Moreover, he didn't really have much liking for this cousin.

Or rather, he didn't have much liking for any of his mother's relatives.

Believing they all benefitted from his mother's connections and would never have left the village otherwise.

When he learned about Yan Han's incident, he sneered and told his mom that those relatives were just useless, dragging everyone down.

Useless at everything and only a burden.

But his mother wouldn't allow anyone to speak ill of her natal family, not even her own son.

So she reprimanded him immediately.

Yan Han didn't get angry. Over the years, he had grown accustomed to the relatives' incessant demands.

He was not there to mock but was more worried that in a fit of impulse, Yan Han might do something foolish, causing trouble for his own mother.

Ji Lin sat down and said, "I've heard about your situation from mom."

Yan Han laughed at himself: "Did Auntie ask you to come and comfort me? No need, I'm not so fragile."

He wasn't stupid, especially since Ji Lin often didn't hide his disdain for these relatives.

He knew full well that Ji Lin looked down on his relatives.

The so-called comfort was nothing more than his aunt forcing him to come over.

His aunt always thought that since they were of the same age, they must have a lot to talk about.

But in reality, they couldn't chat at all.

Ji Lin shook his head: "I'm not here to comfort you, don't overthink it."

"Besides, you're older than me, no need for me to comfort you."

Yan Han glanced at him, responded with an 'oh,' and didn't ask why he came. He continued drinking.

Ji Lin said, "Contact Song Guanchao and apologize to him."

Yan Han was stunned: "What?"

Ji Lin calmly said, "You heard what I said. Don't bother asking again; it serves no purpose."

Yan Han's already grim face now had a touch of anger: "Why?"

Ji Lin said, "Mayor Zhou demoted you because you got caught messing up, and to maintain stability, you have to be disciplined."

"Leaders don't care what mistake you made as long as you don't affect them. They care about stability."

"But being disciplined isn't enough; you have to show that you've completely moved on from this incident."

"So, you have to apologize and let Mayor Zhou know that you're scared and won't retaliate against Song Guanchao in the future."

"You're an adult now, and you must learn to be responsible for yourself."

"No one can protect you forever."

Ji Lin looked at his watch and said, "It's still early. Contact him now. Arrange to meet, or we can go over there."

Yan Han really wanted to refuse, to tell him to get lost.

The superior attitude, filled with a sense of superiority, was quite irksome.

But when it came to speaking up, he couldn't bring himself to say it.

He knew Ji Lin was right.

He put down the beer can and picked up his phone, only to realize he didn't have Song Guanchao's number.

Hesitating a bit, he called Liang Jiajia.

He was worried she would refuse to answer, but thankfully, she picked up.

"Speak," Liang Jiajia's voice was cold and disdainful.

Yan Han said, "Officer Liang, could you please send me Song Guanchao's number? I have something to discuss with him."

Liang Jiajia was a bit surprised, but she didn't ask further and directly hung up.

Within seconds, she sent over Song Guanchao's number.

Yan Han mentally prepared himself before dialing the number.

Song Guanchao had just taken a shower, was lying in bed chatting with a few friends, when suddenly, an unfamiliar local number called in.

"Who is this?"

"District Chief Song, it's me, Yan Han."

"What's up?"

"Are you available now? I'd like to meet you."

Fearing that he might think he was up to no good, Yan Han quickly added, "I can meet you at the Party School, District Chief Song."

Song Guanchao pondered, wondering why this guy was suddenly wanting to meet.

He wasn't afraid of Yan Han playing tricks.

Unless Yan Han was out of his mind, he wouldn't dare try anything sneaky again.

Moreover, with such limited tactics, Song Guanchao simply looked down on it.

"Come over then."

Song Guanchao agreed to meet. He also wanted to see what Yan Han was actually up to.