To say that there was any unpleasantness between Fang Hu and Xu Damao is pure nonsense. From the time Xu Damao joined the Armed Forces Department, the two met less than three times in formal settings and exchanged fewer than two conversations. Fang Hu simply looked down on Xu Damao, believing that he was unfit to lead the Security Section.
When Fang Hu publicly insulted Xu Damao, the conflict between the two became public.
"Fang Hu, someone came to me to complain that you abused your power. When I questioned you, you were simply performing your duties. As the Minister of the Armed Forces Department, I have that authority. But you not only ignored the normal organizational investigation, but even openly insulted your superiors. This is a serious act of defiance against the organization."
"I order you to be suspended from duty immediately, effective immediately, and to undergo investigation. Until the investigation is complete, you have no authority over the security department." Xu Damao said sternly to Fang Hu.
"Suspend me from my post? I am the deputy head of the security section, jointly appointed by the steel rolling mill and the branch bureau. You, a mere department head, cannot suspend me."
Upon hearing that Xu Damao was going to suspend him, Fang Hu's burning anger instantly cleared, realizing that his irrational behavior had truly angered the minister. He disliked Xu Damao, but knew that openly opposing the minister would do him absolutely no good.
But since the words had already been spoken, Fang Hu couldn't back down directly, so he could only bring up the branch office.
"Don't worry, we will definitely communicate with the branch office before we decide to remove you from your post. For now, you are suspended from duty and do not need the branch office's approval. From now on, you must immediately hand over your service weapon and are not allowed to enter any law enforcement locations of the security department."
"Are you paying it yourself, or should I have someone else do it for you?" Xu Damao asked.
Xu Damao himself didn't want to deal with a deputy section chief. It would be embarrassing for a division chief to be petty with a deputy section chief. But it would be even more embarrassing if a division chief couldn't command a deputy section chief, or even dared not retaliate when insulted by the deputy section chief.
Fang Hu looked intently at Xu Damao, seemingly trying to discern from Xu Damao's eyes whether he truly intended to go to extremes.
Unable to discern the situation from their eyes, Fang Hu could only steel himself and approach Xu Damao, speaking softly. Seeing the two approach, the others knew a private conversation might be brewing and consciously took a few steps back.
"Minister Xu, leave some room for maneuver, so you can meet again in the future. You go back first, I'll release Sha Zhu, and then we can just let this matter rest."
Fang Hu was still trying to save face for himself, thinking he would release the person after Xu Damao left. He thought Xu Damao was really angry because of Sha Zhu's matter.
"Men, just the two of you, take Fang Hu's sidearm off and take him outside. If either of you disobeys orders, you'll be the ones leaving."
Xu Damao was too lazy to argue with Fang Hu, so he directly ordered the two officers who were closest to the scene to watch the commotion. These two had originally wanted to get closer to hear what Fang Hu and Xu Damao were saying, but they never expected to get into trouble and be asked to do this.
You should know that having a colleague carry a gun is like being a traitor, and you'll definitely be resented by others in the future.
However, they dared not disobey Xu Damao's orders, for fear of being assigned to guard the gate of a warehouse in Fangshan, which would not be worthwhile. So, the two hesitated before stepping forward, standing beside Fang Hu but not moving.
Seeing that his former subordinates were now obeying others, Fang Hu knew that rank could be a powerful force, but he still felt betrayed. However, knowing that the situation was hopeless and not wanting to cause trouble for his brothers, he handed over his pistol.
After handing over his gun, Fang Hu prepared to leave.
"Stop right there. You'll cooperate with the investigation now, and you can leave after the investigation is completed. Now, you few people, come with me to the cell so we can take a look and make a statement."
And you, Fang Hu, cooperate fully, and you might get a lighter sentence. Otherwise, not only will you lose your job, but it will also affect your entire family.
Xu Damao, this is a blatant threat. You, Fang Hu, may seem powerful, but you have a son and daughter-in-law working at the factory, and relatives and friends there too. If you don't cooperate, their jobs might be affected.
Furthermore, if you're going to do something, you must make sure the evidence is solid. Since his case is based on a complaint that Sha Zhu was subjected to vigilante justice, you need to secure evidence from that angle.
Xu Damao led the group to the back cell, and from a distance they could hear Sha Zhu yelling like an idiot, it seemed he had really been beaten badly this time.
"Zhu Zi, Zhu Zi, how are you? Are you alright?"
When Qin Huai saw Sha Zhu lying there groaning from afar, she was truly terrified, fearing he had been beaten to death. She had already lost one husband and didn't want a second one to die.
Sha Zhu, who had been lying still, immediately sat up upon hearing Qin Huairu's voice, but then cried out in pain. It seemed that Sha Zhu's injuries were not serious, probably just superficial wounds.
"Xu Damao, your subordinates are bastards! This time, I'm really in big trouble."
Seeing that Xu Damao was among the people who came with him, Sha Zhu knew that they had come to rescue him, but he still didn't back down.
"Don't talk nonsense, it was Da Mao who saved you this time," Qin Huairu explained from the side.
She had witnessed the entire conversation and series of actions between Xu Damao and Fang Hu, and knew that Xu Damao had indeed put in a lot of effort to save Sha Zhu, and had offended many people in the process. She was somewhat moved. Of course, it was hard to say how long this feeling would last.
Next, Xu Damao had several officers take statements to document the incident of Sha Zhu being beaten. With both witnesses and physical evidence, Fang Hu couldn't deny it and confessed to everything. However, he still claimed that he only did so to get Sha Zhu to confess faster.
While law enforcement agencies are explicitly prohibited from using methods against criminals, it has always been an unspoken rule, depending on whether it will be discovered.
"Alright, regarding the case of Sha Zhu being subjected to vigilante justice, our factory's armed forces department will provide the investigation results as soon as possible based on the investigation findings, and then provide feedback to the whistleblower and the victim."
"As for Sha Zhu's case of stealing factory property, your security department can continue to investigate. However, I have decided to release Sha Zhu on bail pending trial. He should go back and treat his wounds first, and he must cooperate with the security department's investigation at any time," Xu Damao said.
No one else had any objections, nor dared to. Everyone with a discerning eye knew that Fang Hu might be ruined by this, and they didn't want to follow in his footsteps.
Furthermore, some individuals have even started to speculate that if Fang Hu were to leave, the position of deputy section chief would be vacant, and the group leader would definitely have to fill it. Then the group leader position would become vacant, and they wondered if they should act in advance.
But the situation in the security department seems a bit unclear now. Should they continue with Ma Dabao's route, or Xu Damao's route, or both? But if they do both, the expenses will double, and their hearts are bleeding.
"Minister Xu, do you need my permission to suspend my subordinates?" Just as everyone was lost in their own thoughts, another person entered from outside.
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