Reborn as a Noble's Son-Chapter 596 - 552: Zhao Zhuobin Gets Criticized (Additional 1100 votes)_1

596 Chapter 552: Zhao Zhuobin Gets Criticized (Additional 1100 votes)_1

Let's put aside what's happening with Li Jupeng for now. Over at the clinic building, all the observation beds in the infusion hall have been cleared out. A spacious area has been cleared, with a dozen or so chairs set up in the hall. Nie Zhenbang sits at the most prominent spot.

In addition to the comrades who accompanied him on the inspection, several main leaders of Tongping District were also present, as was Zhao Zhuobin, the deputy district head who doubled as the head of the Tongping District Public Security Bureau. Also present were Li Dongjiang and several members of the Li family.

As soon as he sat down, Li Dongjiang chuckled and said, "Mayor Nie, I'm here to represent myself and my family to express our apologies to you, the Tongping District Health Bureau, and the experts and professors at the People's Hospital of Tongping District. Due to my heavy workload and a lack of discipline at home, some unpleasant incidents occurred. This is my mistake, and I'm ready to accept the government's punishment and compensation, as well as apologize to the victims."

When Li Dongjiang started speaking, Cao Fenglin and others frowned. They thought he was ill-mannered. Did he think that this place was his East Stream Company and everybody should revolve around him? With Mayor Nie here, should he even be speaking?

With these words, Li Dongjiang had managed to detach himself entirely, becoming someone oblivious to everything. This extremely brazen move made Nie Zhenbang look rather displeased. This man was too slick. However, there wasn't much to be said about this situation; no one could prove that he had initiated the matter.

Nie Zhenbang waved his hand to cut off Li Dongjiang's words and calmly said, "I'm not the one handling this matter, it's a Tongping District issue. The People's Hospital of Tongping District should have the most say. However, I will set a principle. Those who have assaulted others and vandalized property must be turned in and severely punished."

Nie Zhenbang's words effectively gave power to the People's Hospital of Tongping District. Li Dongjiang, who appeared to be in his mid-thirties, was a fit man with shaven hair. However, the glimpses of cold ruthlessness in his eyes revealed the type of person he was: hard-hearted, ungrateful, and someone who would stop at nothing to achieve his goals.

At the moment, Li Dongjiang's expression changed slightly. However, he had no choice but to compromise at this point, as Zhao Zhuobin had already informed him that Mayor Nie was very angry. It was too arrogant and domineering. They had gathered the crowd to blockade an administrative institution, which was equivalent to confronting the government. Moreover, they had smashed the hospital's clinic building, injuring several staff members.

Li Dongjiang understood that if he dared to bargain for anything, he could expect to face the wrath of the municipal government and the municipal public security bureau. This was a price that he could not afford. At this moment, the situation was stronger than the individual. Li Dongjiang had to humble himself.

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"Yes, yes, I will follow the instructions of the higher-ups. Director Wu, I sincerely apologize to you for the impulsiveness of our family members. I am very grateful to your hospital for doing its best to treat my father. I am ashamed for causing this incident. If it's possible for me to make some financial compensation, please, Director Wu, don't hesitate to ask," said Li Dongjiang as he turned to Director Wu of the District People's Hospital.

Director Wu, on the other hand, was furious. He believed such people who twisted right and wrong should not exist in this world.

However, Director Wu was also helpless. In any case, evidence was required. While it was true that Li Dongjiang was at the scene, this did not mean that he could be singled out as the instigator.

After a moment of silence, Director Wu began to speak, "Our hospital has no other requirements, except for the first, the outstanding medical fees of 236,732 yuan, which Boss Li should clear. Second, the vandalized office equipment and medicine in the outpatient hall total up to 867,000 yuan. Boss Li must compensate. Third, last midnight, a total of twenty-six security personnel and staff members were assaulted, two of whom were severely injured and are still in critical condition. Boss Li, please turn in the culprit."

Director Wu, in his fifties, was widely referred to as the veteran director. His obstinate and persistent expression found some admiration from Nie Zhenbang. Such people were indeed worthy of respect.

Li Dongjiang's expression changed a few times again. Initially, he had hoped to profit from this situation. However, the events had unfolded such that he had not gained a cent but had spent a couple of tens of thousands. This was more unbearable than killing him.

Nevertheless, Li Dongjiang dared not refuse. After a moment of silence, he decisively nodded and said, "Okay, everything will be handled as per Director Wu's request."

At this point, Nie Zhenbang had already stood up. The main leaders of the Tongping District Committee also stood up as Nie Zhenbang approached Director Wu, extended his hand, and said while shaking hands, "Director Wu, please, on my behalf, express condolences to the injured comrades. They are exemplary representatives who love and respect their jobs as if they were their own homes. Additionally, please be reassured, Director Wu, that the party and the government will take this issue seriously, handle it diligently, and firmly uphold the credibility and dignity of the government."

As for Li Dongjiang, Nie Zhenbang did not even spare him a glance. Knowing who Nie Zhenbang was and his standing, even Fei Xing, a heavyweight in Eastern Sea Group who would have hundreds of officials celebrating his birthday in the grandeur of Wanghai City, was dismissed by Nie Zhenbang, let alone smaller entities like Li Dongjiang.

Walking out of the observation infusion hall, Nie Zhenbang couldn't help but caution the nearby Cao Fenglin and Liang Haibo, "Comrades Fenglin and Haibo, the Tongping District Party Committee and government must place great importance on the incident at the district's People's Hospital. This kind of behavior has a very bad influence. To put it bluntly, it already shows some signs of evil forces. Wanghai City has had enough with just the Eastern Sea Group and Lin Zhengxing. These people are audacious enough to behave so recklessly, even while the main culprits in the Yuhai case have yet to be sentenced. This is a blatant contempt for the government. It must be given great importance and dealt with strictly, severely, and swiftly."

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Walking out of the observation infusion hall, Nie Zhenbang couldn't help but caution the nearby Cao Fenglin and Liang Haibo, "Comrades Fenglin and Haibo, the Tongping District Party Committee and government must place great importance on the incident at the district's People's Hospital. This kind of behavior has a very bad influence. To put it bluntly, it already shows some signs of evil forces. Wanghai City has had enough with just the Eastern Sea Group and Lin Zhengxing. These people are audacious enough to behave so recklessly, even while the main culprits in the Yuhai case have yet to be sentenced. This is a blatant contempt for the government. It must be given great importance and dealt with strictly, severely, and swiftly."

Cao Fenglin nodded, wiping the sweat off his forehead, and said, "Mayor Nie, please rest assured, our district committee will definitely take it seriously and strictly follow your instructions to carry out the follow-up work, to maintain the stability and harmony of Tongping District."

At this point, Li Jupeng also caught up with the group. As they all exited the hospital gates, Nie Zhenbang turned to An Guoyu, "Secretary An, you need to communicate with Minister Lin about today's news coverage and handle it with caution."

An Guoyu understood very well that such an incident is another scandal for Wanghai City. Understanding Nie's call for caution, he too nodded and assured, "Mayor Nie, please rest assured. I will definitely coordinate this matter properly."

The group stepped outside the main gate of the People's Hospital of Tongping District. By this time, the vehicles that had been blocking the hospital entrance had been cleared, and both the crowd that had once gathered outside the outpatient hall and the memorial halls set up there had been dismantled.

Nie Zhenbang turned to Cao Fenglin and Liang Haibo and said, "Comrade Fenglin, head over to the district committee. We should convene a brief meeting."

Upon hearing this, a sign of relief washed over Cao Fenglin. In a system like this, understanding the leadership's mindset and thinking is crucial. Mayor Nie's words clearly indicated that he had no issues with him or the Tongping District Standing Committee.

As for Zhao Zhuobin, Cao Fenglin chose to selectively ignore it. Given the events of the day, not only was Mayor Nie's reputation on the line, even he himself was very displeased. When did Tongping District suddenly give birth to such influential figures that could ignore authorities?

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In the main conference room of the Tongping District Committee office building, Nie Zhenbang sat in the main seat, with An Guoyu and Cao Fenglin on either side of him. All the deputy positions of the district committee and district government were also present.

Nie Zhenbang collected his thoughts and began to speak in a solemn tone: "Comrades, our current inspection and investigation of the Tongping District Health Bureau holds significant meaning, and several issues have been exposed here. Firstly, I would like to name Comrade Du Wei of the Health Bureau."

"Comrade Du Wei, upon receiving the news, instantly took measures, contacted the police, and quickly arrived at the scene. He worked all through the night. Such a dedicated work attitude is commendable and deserves praise. At the same time, I would like to criticize Comrade Zhao Zhuobin of the Tongping District Public Security Bureau."

At this point, Nie Zhenbang had no intention of beating around the bush. He went straight to the point, praising where praise was due, and criticizing where necessary.

As soon as Zhao Zhuobin heard this, his face turned somber. Being named by the mayor for criticism though not as a party at fault, was just as worse. Leaving a bad impression on Mayor Nie might mean the end of his career.

Nie Zhenbang paused, then continued: "This time, the Tongping District Public Security Bureau did not properly handle the issue promptly after receiving the report. They arrived ten minutes later, and when faced with the difficult situation, they did not take powerful measures. I would like to ask, is this the attitude of maintaining security and peace for the citizens? Is this the obligations and responsibilities a public security officer should fulfill? I recall that the city's Public Security Bureau's 110 Command Center, as early as the end of last year, issued a strict stipulation that emergency police response within the city should be within three minutes. The performance of the Tongping District Public Security Bureau can only be described as dereliction of duty. They have not fulfilled their duty as the guardian of the people. This is a disgrace to the badge they wear."

The words of Nie Zhenbang were resounding and incisive. The leaders of the Standing Committee of the Tongping District Party Committee, who were present, had visibly changed expressions. Zhao Zhuobin's face was pale. It was quite evident that Mayor Nie was extremely dissatisfied. However, Zhao Zhuobin did not dare to refute any of his allegations. The facts were as stated. Actually, the delayed response the previous night was intentional, as was their inaction afterward. He had assumed that as long as no major incidents had occurred, nobody would interfere. However, Zhao Zhuobin had not expected Mayor Nie to come for an inspection at this time.

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