Nominal: The pinnacle of power began in the sixth province of Handong.

Chapter 248 Retirement

The provincial party committee compound in Handong during the height of summer.

The atmosphere today is both joyful and melancholic.

After Governor Liu and Gao Yuliang completed all the formalities and procedures,

I've officially retired.

The compound held a simple farewell ceremony for the two.

Members of the four major leadership teams were invited.

Governor Liu shook hands with each of his colleagues with a cheerful smile.

In his view, it is a great blessing to be able to unload this heavy burden and return to a peaceful life.

A ministerial-level official who rose to prominence during the Zhao Lichun era and remained in power has finally retired unscathed after so many years of ups and downs.

His experiences, while not legendary, are certainly quite remarkable.

Especially during Sha Ruijin's suspension, he took the initiative to shoulder the responsibility for the entire province and ensured overall stability.

For this reason alone, the higher authorities will ensure that Governor Liu can retire peacefully.

In recognition of this achievement, Governor Liu was also given a promotion of half a grade.

Governor Liu has truly lived the life that everyone envies!

When it was Gao Yuliang's turn to shake hands with everyone.

The expressions on everyone's faces were somewhat complex.

Among the Standing Committee members, Xia Qing and Zhu Zhichao held Gao Yuliang in high esteem.

Although Gao Yuliang's previous ambiguous stance had caused considerable trouble for the two of them.

But it is such an opponent that is most unforgettable.

Therefore, Xia Qing was most solemn when shaking hands with Zhu Zhichao and Gao Yuliang.

Gao Yuliang also expressed his gratitude and entrusted them with important tasks.

They arrived at Secretary-General Wang's place in the Provincial Party Committee.

The other person's expression was even more interesting.

He was the one who was completely outmatched by Gao Yuliang at the democratic life meeting.

Today, Secretary-General Wang is finally willing to admit that he is no match for Gao Yuliang.

So, during the handshake, Secretary-General Wang jokingly said:

"Old Gao, now that you've backed down, who am I supposed to argue with?"

Gao Yuliang laughed heartily and said:

"I haven't moved out of the yard. Next time you come to see me, I'll give you a potted plant."

"It's settled." Secretary-General Wang smiled and pointed at Gao Yuliang, the two of them shaking hands tightly.

They arrived in front of Li Dakang.

Li Dakang proactively put on a smile and extended his hand, saying:

"Secretary Yuliang."

Gao Yuliang smiled faintly and reached out to shake hands.

As rivals who have fought for almost half their lives, there isn't much to say at this moment.

After shaking hands, the two quickly let go.

Of the provincial government officials, Qi Tongwei was naturally the most reluctant to part with the family.

He held hands with Gao Yuliang, his lips were tightly pursed, and his nose was slightly red.

Gao Yuliang noticed Qi Tongwei's emotional fluctuations, gently patted him on the shoulder, and said:

"Tongwei, you are my best student, and I am proud of you."

"Yes, teacher!" Qi Tongwei nodded vigorously.

Next, members of the National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference shook hands.

After the process was completed, Gao Yuliang came to Sha Ruijin.

Sha Ruijin looked at Gao Yuliang, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

From their first meeting last year to forming the Sha Family Gang and besieging the Han University Gang.

Now, the Ni family has withdrawn from the peak stage, and the Sha family gang has disbanded.

When Gao Yuliang reached retirement age, the Han University clique was dealt with in a very small way.

The person Sha Ruijin most wanted to win over, the person he most wanted to defeat, and the person he most wanted to befriend.

Today, it's finally time for the curtain to fall.

Regardless of the process.

The two were ultimately both enemies and friends.

Or perhaps it's true that there are never permanent friends or enemies.

Gao Yuliang's series of problems were also wiped out through special channels.

In addition, Gao Yuliang sided with Handong during the comprehensive anti-corruption campaign.

It's understandable that things have gone smoothly now.

Sha Ruijin extended his hand and said:

"Thank you for your hard work, Comrade Yuliang."

Gao Yuliang also extended his hand:

"You've worked hard too, Comrade Ruijin."

After the handshake, Sha Ruijin announced Gao Yuliang's retirement.

Gao Yuliang retired from the Handong Provincial Party Committee and enjoyed ministerial-level treatment.

As the person at the center of the Handong storm, the full-time deputy secretary of the Handong Provincial Party Committee could easily fall into Qincheng Prison if he made one wrong move.

Such a dignified farewell was unexpected yet perfectly reasonable.

Next, Sha Ruijin asked Xia Qing to announce another piece of good news.

Xia Qingqing cleared her throat and said:

"Secretary Yuliang, after discussions, Handong University invites you to return to campus as a specially appointed professor after your retirement, to continue bringing a variety of exciting political and legal courses to students. Of course, if you wish to take a break, you can also come as a visiting professor to teach at any time. In any case, Handong University looks forward to seeing you back on the podium of the Department of Political Science and Law."

Xia Qing's words brought the scene to a new climax.

On everyone's face, there were expressions of surprise or envy.

Gao Yuliang not only received a better salary and a stable job, but he was even able to return to his university to continue working.

It's absolutely enviable.

It's important to understand that Handong University, as a prestigious institution, doesn't just send any retired cadre to give lectures.

Now, Gao Yuliang has received this honor, allowing him to continue contributing even after retirement.

This is practically the dream life that every retired cadre has ever enjoyed!

Without a doubt, the result was coordinated by Xia Qing.

Tsk, Gao Yuliang really has a good eye; following Xia Qing was definitely the right decision!

Gao Yuliang was well aware of this as well.

Through that ledger, he simultaneously dealt a heavy blow to the Zhao, Zhong, and Ni families, and created a stage for Xia Qing to enhance his reputation, achieve results, and reorganize personnel.

Now, this invitation from Handong University is Xia Qing's affirmation of his contributions.

Thinking of this, Gao Yuliang said to Xia Qing:

"Thank you, Minister Xia. I will definitely give the lectures. After all, Handong University is my home."

Everyone burst into laughter and applauded.

After the farewell party.

Governor Liu drove away in his newly purchased SUV, finally able to begin his long-awaited nationwide road trip.

Gao Yuliang then invited Xia Qing and Qi Tongwei to his apartment.

After chatting with the two for a few minutes, Gao Yuliang got to the point.

Handong will enter a period of stability, but it won't last long.

So many important positions are now vacant, waiting for the dust to settle after the next round of personnel changes.

The next round of instructions from higher authorities regarding Handong will arrive soon.

Gao Yuliang speculated that the next step would be to completely eliminate Zhao Lichun's trump card in Handong.

Hearing this, Xia Qing wasn't too surprised, but Qi Tongwei looked completely incredulous.

Does Zhao Lichun still have any trump cards up his sleeve in Handong?

Upon seeing this, Gao Yuliang told the two of them about another thing he had done with the ledger, namely, "drawing out his trump card".

Xia Qing listened attentively and said:

"So, the trump card that Zhao Lichun was willing to hide at any cost has been exposed?"

Gao Yuliang nodded and said:

"From what I understand, Zhao Lichun kept that trump card hidden to buy himself time to accomplish something... Now it seems I have a good idea of ​​what's going on."

Gao Yuliang paused for a moment, then continued:

"Beneath the surface of Handong lies a larger, deeper, and more complex network of interests... Zhao Lichun has painstakingly managed Handong for so long in order to serve this network. That trump card can also be considered his agent, completing the unfinished business for him after he could no longer set foot in Handong."

Qi Tongwei said impatiently:

"So, what's the trump card?"

Xia Qing continued:

"I also find it strange. A mere Ding Yizhen could not possibly have such great ability to turn Guangming District into his personal treasury. Now that I think about it, without the approval of the person behind the scenes, Ding Yizhen is just an empty shell."

Xia Qing stood up and said seriously:

"There's a reason behind every transformation."

Qi Tongwei understood what the two meant, his pupils dilated slightly, and he said:

"Could it be that their trump card is...?"

"Yes." Gao Yuliang looked at the two of them, his expression indifferent, and said in a deep voice:

"Li Dakang, member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee of Handong and Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee of Jingzhou."