All that talk about promoting the local economy and creating jobs is just nonsense; ultimately, it’s all about making money. 𝓯𝙧𝙚𝒆𝙬𝙚𝒃𝙣𝙤𝒗𝓮𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

Tan Haiyan’s illusions about Xu Chunliang had completely shattered by this point; this guy doesn’t care about old times.

Xu Chunliang said, "There have been issues with exaggerated advertising of the Da Heng Hot Spring Town in sales. In the past, the Hu Shan Town Government reminded you multiple times to make corrections, but did you take these warnings seriously? You’ve been engaging in perfunctory compliance and deception. The recent rights protection incident should have been a wake-up call, but you thought you understood consumer psychology and temporarily pacified them with commercial tactics. However, this can only be temporary. You haven’t heeded the local government’s opinions, nor have you paid attention to the public’s demands."

Zhou Hongyuan reached for the cigarettes in his pocket again. Xu Chunliang’s approach is like sweeping with a wide broom—knocking everyone out whether they’re from Huayuan or Da Heng. At first, it seemed like nothing, but the more he contemplated it, the more he realized Xu Chunliang’s brilliance. He didn’t focus on the Jiang Ailian incident itself but approached it from a higher standpoint.

Liu Jiaqi, though completely dominated by Xu Chunliang’s momentum, did not just give in, and she refuted, "Town Mayor Xu, I admit we have some issues in our market promotion that need correction, but let’s separate the issues. Jiang Ailian’s death wasn’t caused by us."

Xu Chunliang said, "I’m not even talking about Jiang Ailian right now. Comrade Liu Jiaqi, please face your problems. Da Heng Hot Spring Town, where is the hot spring you’re always boasting about? Where is the Healthy Elderly Care Hospital you keep mentioning? Don’t tell me the hospital you use for promotion is just a project still under construction by the Huayuan Group."

Xu Chunliang produced a document: "This is the initial plan from Da Heng Group, along with your several amendment applications. There’s no need for detailed explanations here; the summary is simple. Your theme park is getting smaller and the associated real estate larger. What’s the reason behind this? I hope Da Heng’s responsible party can clarify the situation. Until Da Heng acknowledges its issues and proposes solutions, I, on behalf of the town government, have decided to suspend Da Heng Hot Spring Town’s promotions and sales, form a task force to thoroughly investigate Da Heng’s previous false sales issues, and reserve the right for further accountability."

Liu Jiaqi could hardly believe her ears—Xu Chunliang was going to shut down their sales office.

Liu Jiaqi said, "Town Mayor Xu, do you mean for us to temporarily close the sales office?"

Xu Chunliang replied, "Isn’t my meaning clear enough?"

"I don’t understand! What does Jiang Ailian’s suicide have to do with Da Heng? Why should we bear this responsibility?"

Xu Chunliang smiled, "President Liu, don’t get agitated. I didn’t call this meeting to hold you responsible for Jiang Ailian’s suicide but to point out and rectify the issues recently arising among these real estate companies. If there is a fault, correct it; if not, encourage caution. If you believe Da Heng has no issues, then there’s no need to worry. ’A clear conscience fears no accusation,’ withstand investigation, and prove your innocence with facts."

Liu Jiaqi said, "Have you considered our interests with this decision? Have you considered the negative impact and disruptions a closure might bring to us?"

Wu Fajun echoed, "I also think the town government’s decision is a bit too arbitrary. Before making a decision, isn’t it possible to consider our investors’ interests more?"

Zhou Hongyuan sighed inwardly. He’s bold. Did you consult with Qin Zhengyang before making such a decision? Huayuan and Da Heng both have backing. Aren’t you afraid of backlash playing this way? A seconded minor official is acting as if he’s important.

Xu Chunliang said, "You keep talking about your interests, but let me ask, with all these problems, can you say you’re worthy of the trust our town government placed in you? When mistakes are made, you should first consider correcting them, instead of questioning if we’re harming your interests. I’ll answer you now: whoever harms the interests of the people of Hu Shan Town is harming the interests of our town government. Anyone who exploits the people disrespects me, Xu Chunliang, disrespects Town Mayor Zhou, disrespects Secretary Qin, and disrespects the Hu Shan Town Government!"

Zhou Hongyuan was startled when he heard himself mentioned again, but at least this time he wasn’t the only one—there was also Qin Zhengyang and the Hu Shan Town Government. For some reason, he felt relieved. These developers deserve a knock, and Xu Chunliang is handling the situation at a high level today.

Xu Chunliang handed over the supervision of Da Heng to the Comprehensive Law Enforcement Office.

Li Fangliang couldn’t refuse in public, though he was a bit puzzled. Since when has his jurisdiction expanded this much, and when did he start answering to Xu Chunliang? It made him seem like it was his direct leadership. However, Secretary Qin Zhengyang had instructed them to cooperate with Vice Mayor Xu, so cooperation was the only option.

Xu Chunliang asked Zhou Hongyuan, "Town Mayor Zhou, how do you think I handled this? Do you have any different opinions?"

Zhou Hongyuan inwardly offered a silent curse. What do you mean by asking what I think? What do you mean by a different opinion? If I have a different opinion, it’s like publicly rejecting your decision. If I agree, it implies the decision was made by the two of us together. You sly dog, not only did you pull me into this meeting, but now you’re dragging me along to share the responsibility.