Chapter 251
Song Guanchao’s words were harsh, and Minister Cheng’s expression grew a bit stiff, but he still managed a strained smile.
Song Guanchao continued, "If you don’t want to offend anyone, why not just apply for a different position and let someone more capable take over as the head of the organization department?"
"How bad things have gotten in Dujiang County, you, as a local, know better than I. As a member of the County Committee, you’re not thinking about solving problems proactively or reporting them upwards. Instead, you want to keep out of it and save yourself."
"True, I know Minister Cheng always plays by the rules, neither fawning over superiors nor bullying subordinates. Perhaps you think you are the only clean official in Dujiang County."
"But when corruption becomes the norm, being clean is also a crime!"
"You had the chance to set things right, but you chose not to. You just thought about getting by until you could retire early."
At this point, Song Guanchao slammed his white wine glass down on the table and coldly chuckled without expression, "Does Minister Cheng still remember his oath when he joined the party? Do you remember standing under the solemn national flag, declaring your dedication to serving the people?"
"Ha, I see Minister Cheng has been an official for too long, probably turning into a cold-blooded creature."
Song Guanchao sneered, drank his last cup of wine, and stood up to leave, "Take your time eating, Minister Cheng. County Magistrate Fu, let’s go."
Fu Ying watched, her mouth agape, observing Song Guanchao’s stern face and sharp words.
Then she turned to look at Minister Cheng, seated at the table, seemingly struck where it hurt, his face flushed red, on the verge of anger and shame.