Chapter 478: Chapter 478

Secretary-General You said this, looked up at Qian Shiwang, and then continued, "The Provincial Government has decided to investigate the smallpox virus mutation to the end!"

"I agree..." Qian Shiwang slowly stood up. "On behalf of the Dancheng Town government, I pledge to complete this task diligently. If the smallpox virus mutation was indeed created by someone, then we will definitely catch those who endanger society and bring them to justice!"

Secretary-General You glanced at Qian Shiwang. "Comrade Qian Shiwang, the province has other work for you, so you won't be needed for the investigation into the smallpox virus mutation."

Everyone present was taken aback.

The meeting was discussing Qian Shiwang's appointment as mayor, and by this point in the meeting, it seemed almost certain he would become the mayor.

Yet Secretary-General You still addressed him as Comrade Qian Shiwang.

Some of those with meticulous minds were secretly wondering what exactly was happening here.

Qian Shiwang was stunned, but true to his experience as an old hand in the officialdom, he managed a faint smile. "If the province has arrangements, then as a local, we must comply with those arrangements. Whatever is needed, our town will certainly provide strong support!"

Secretary-General You, as if he hadn't heard Qian Shiwang's words, went straight on. "Regarding the investigation of the smallpox virus mutation, the province has done its research and ultimately decided to have Mu Jianjun oversee it."

Even though those present had been seasoned in officialdom for years, adept at hiding their emotions, the announcement that Mu Jianjun would be presiding over the investigation still surprised everyone immensely.

Mu Jianjun was the previous mayor of Dancheng, later isolated for investigation because of the smallpox virus mutation affair.

Everyone with political savvy had already felt that Mu Jianjun was finished. Once suspended, once investigated, that would mean the end of his official career.

But just when everyone thought Mu Jianjun was done for, he made a surprising comeback, and his primary task upon returning was to lead the investigation into the smallpox virus.

This meant that Mu Jianjun was making a spectacular return.

A flash of shock crossed Qian Shiwang's eyes, but he swiftly regained his composure.

Though he appeared calm on the surface, inside he was abuzz with emotions.

It was to replace Mu Jianjun that Qian Shiwang had resorted to using the smallpox virus mutation. He spent so much effort and thought to squeeze Mu Jianjun out, and just when he had enjoyed a few good days, Mu Jianjun had made his comeback.

At this moment, some were surprised, some were fearful, and naturally, some were pleased.

The happiest at this moment was Tian Li, the director of the Dancheng Town Government office.

Just last night, at Phoenix Building, he had made clear his allegiance, siding with Ding Fan. He sent Qiang Sheng directly to the eastern district to become a section chief.

And now, in less than a night's time, Mu Jianjun had made his return.

Others might not understand why, but Tian Li knew that this must be Ding Fan's doing; such a move could only be excecuted by Ding Fan.

Thinking that he was following such a person with divine skills, Tian Li inwardly felt he had struck good fortune and was grateful for the decision he made yesterday.

"Xiao Liu, please invite Mayor Mu over," Secretary-General You said to a staff member next to him.

The staff member responded and promptly walked out.

In the political arena, how one is addressed is of great significance. Now Secretary-General You was calling Mu Jianjun "Mayor Mu".

The meeting was supposed to confirm Qian Shiwang's position as mayor, but until now, Secretary-General You had not called Qian Shiwang "mayor" even once. On the contrary, even before Mu Jianjun had appeared, Secretary-General You was already addressing him as mayor.

Everyone in the meeting room, all with exquisite hearts, could feel the signs that Dancheng might be undergoing another change of power.

Soon after, the conference room doors opened and a figure, very familiar to everyone, walked in.

That figure was resolute, decisive, and exuded a formidable aura of righteousness.

"Mayor Mu..." Secretary-General You stood up respectfully and greeted Mu Jianjun. "The meeting is still in progress, please take a seat for now."

As he said that, Secretary-General You gestured invitingly to Mu Jianjun.

Mu Jianjun nodded and immediately found a seat to sit down in.

Qian Shiwang's sense of unease grew stronger, and his brows furrowed tightly. He kept repeating a question in his mind as he watched Mu Jianjun's back.

Why has he come back?

At this moment, many in the venue were entertaining the same thought, yet everyone understood one thing, that Mu Jianjun's return was nothing short of a grand comeback.

Previously, Secretary-General You treated Shi Wang with utter indifference, but when it came to Mu Jianjun, he was extraordinarily respectful.

Suddenly, people began to suspect that there might be some powerful figure backing Mu Jianjun; otherwise, how could he possibly have made such a miraculous recovery?

"...Regarding some doubts about the smallpox mutation virus, we in the province have already studied the matter, and now we would like to ask Mayor Mu to take full charge of the investigation, to thoroughly clarify the situation with the smallpox mutation virus," Secretary-General You said to Mu Jianjun at this time.

"I will spare no effort," Mu Jianjun affirmed confidently.

"Lao Mu is also an old leader of our Dancheng Town, if you need any assistance, we will go all out to help!" Shi Wang seized the opportunity to interject.

However, Secretary-General You once again pretended not to hear Shi Wang's words.

Secretary-General You then opened a document at this time.

"The following is an important document issued by the Provincial Government," Secretary-General You said, deliberately pausing for a moment. "It concerns, a notification to suspend all of Shi Wang's duties pending investigation!"

Secretary-General You's words were like a depth charge, immediately causing an uproar in the conference room.

Shi Wang had appeared to be riding the winds of fortune recently in the public eye. When the smallpox mutation virus was rampant, and everyone was at a loss, it was Shi Wang who stood up and led the people of Dancheng Town to directly combat the spread of the virus.

Many were speculating that after this ordeal, Shi Wang was sure to rise rapidly in ranks.

Just when everyone thought that Shi Wang would have his way in the bureaucratic world, Secretary-General You suddenly announced that Shi Wang would be suspended for an investigation.

This came far too unexpectedly, causing everyone to be incredulous.

Shi Wang's complexion turned incredibly grim.

Secretary-General You continued speaking. "Effective immediately, all work of the Dancheng Town government will be fully managed by Mu Jianjun, restoring his position as Mayor. Additionally, promoting the head of the government office, Tian Li, to deputy mayor of Dancheng Town, to cover the vacancy left by Shi Wang..."

Tian Li's lips curled slightly upon hearing this.

Inside, he was truly feeling fortunate for siding with the right person. Just one day after paying his respects, he had leaped from the position of office director to deputy mayor!

It was a meteoric rise!

"I don't accept this!" Just as Secretary-General You finished reading the document, Shi Wang stood up abruptly. "I don't understand why I'm being suspended!"

Secretary-General You glanced at Shi Wang. "You are suspected of triggering a widespread smallpox epidemic, therefore, from this moment on, you're under arrest!"

No sooner had Secretary-General You finished speaking than the conference room doors burst open. Two police officers walked in from outside.

Shi Wang triggered a smallpox epidemic mutation virus?!

The assembly looked at each other in disbelief, their minds reeling with doubt about what they had just heard. Googlᴇ search 𝘯𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭⟡𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘦⟡𝘯𝘦𝘵

However, Shi Wang remained unexpectedly calm. "Everything must be based on evidence. You have no evidence and are wrongfully accusing me. I won't accept this!"

"Of course, we wouldn't accuse you without evidence," Secretary-General You spoke, then directed one of the staff members. "Xiao Liu, let's play the video."

Xiao Liu nodded. "Yes!"

At that moment, the projector was switched on, and a video began playing on the pristine white wall.

"How is the breeding host of the plague virus coming along now?"

"Big brother, we have everything prepared in the underground factory in the western suburbs. As you instructed, we're going to play it rough this time by placing the mutated plague virus on the Migratory Birds. Once these birds are released, not only will our Huaxia Country be affected, but Yahuan State might well be engulfed by a plague storm."

"This matter is critical, and if we succeed, our Qian Family will join the ranks of the great families. For the Qian Family, we must not encounter any mishaps this time."

"Understood, big brother. I'm keeping a tight watch on it; there won't be any problems."

... "Big brother, the last time the smallpox epidemic arose, we made a fortune selling vaccines in Dancheng Town alone. This time, if the plague breaks out and we're the only ones in the world who have developed a vaccine, we're going to make a killing. Just think, with tens of billions of people in Yahuan State alone, if all of them get infected with the plague... sheesh, big brother, we're really going to strike it rich."

"If you do well this time, not only can we become heroes of the entire Huaxia Country and even Yahuan State, our Qian Family can also join the ranks of the great families..."

"Big brother, that's brilliant!"...

In this video clip, the two people talking were none other than Shi Wang and *** from the Qian Family. Shi Wang was dumbfounded at that moment, wondering how their conversation could have been recorded so clearly. How on earth did they do it?