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The idea originated from Hu Ruoyun, but the direction was set by Hu Qihua and Hu Zhenhua, who did not allow Hu Ruoyun to participate in the discussions. It wasn't until school was about to start that Hu Ruoyun learned of Brother's plans: they intended to run both a mill and a feed processing business. However, due to the excessive dust generated from feed production, they couldn't operate the two businesses together. There’s a saying that goes: pollution!
There was an empty courtyard on the southern edge of Hu Ruoyun's home, originally used for stacking corn stalks for firewood. After clearing it out, they planned to build a large open shed with asbestos tiles, where they could install the feed machine. Since there were no nearby residents, they didn't have to worry about "polluting" anyone.
A couple of people were enough for the mill, but feed processing required more workers, which meant hiring outsiders. However, it was always better to use family members; if any issues arose, it would be easier to discuss and resolve matters among themselves.
They decided to involve their own children and have each family invest a little money, forming a partnership among the four families. They were sure the kids would be eager to join in.
During the Lunar New Year, they finalized this plan. By March 8 on the lunar calendar, during the Laogu Township Ancient Fair, advertisements for their mill and feed processing point were posted and broadcasted several times by the local opera troupe's loudspeaker.
It was Hu Qihua and Hu Zhenhua who sought out Chai Hongmin from the Town Government, and without hesitation, he arranged everything.
School was set to start on the 17th of the Lunar New Year. On the 15th day of the Lunar New Year, Annan County's radio station released explosive news through every household's talk box (cable broadcast):
In the early hours of February 23 (the 14th day of the Lunar New Year), the Annan County Public Security Bureau dispatched police forces from several stations including Lao Gu, Chengguan, and Xi Po Dian to crack down on criminal activities led by the Ding Family Five Tigers near Gaoqiao Town’s Poultry Equipment Trading Market and Agricultural Trade Market. A total of twenty-seven suspects were arrested, along with several controlled knives and weapons...
On February 24, Jinan Daily and Jiangbei Legal News also reported on this incident.
Not long after, Jiangbei Daily's social section published a lengthy article titled "Planting Paulownia Trees to Attract Golden Phoenixes—Annan County's Strong Measures to Create a Favorable Business Environment," which provided in-depth coverage of Gaoqiao Town’s collaboration with Four Comprehensive Food Factory and the entry of Lao Gu, Nanhe, and Niu Huahua into the area. It highlighted Annan County's emphasis on attracting investment.
The report extensively quoted positive evaluations from merchants and drivers from nearby areas like Anqiu, Kai Cheng, and Xin Yuan who had economic dealings with Gaoqiao, endorsing both Gaoqiao and Annan.
The article had two authors: Chen Jiahe from Jiangbei Daily’s Social News Department as the first author and special correspondent Hu Ruoyun as the second author.
As for Gaoqiao Town's crackdown on crime, local legends were far more captivating than official accounts. It was said that on the night of the 14th day of the Lunar New Year, the Ding Family Five Tigers gathered their subordinates at "Gaoqiao Renjia Hotel" along National Highway 106 for a lavish feast—five tables in total. Three tables were reserved for trusted confidants of the Five Tigers while one private room hosted their leader and second-in-command alongside Zhu Mingkai, deputy director of Gaoqiao Town Police Station, and Zhou Kaiping, Gaoqiao Town Mayor. They were not alone; several "service staff" from a nearby South-North Family bathing center were also present...
The first to burst in were Zhang Maokui, chief of Gaoqiao Town Police Station, and Qiu Sixi, chief of Chengguan Town Police Station. Qiu Sixi directed his team to control those at several tables outside while Zhang Maokui kicked open the door to the private room where the Ding Family's leader was seated.
Zhu Mingkai was awkwardly holding a "service staff" member from South-North Family bathing center when he saw his superior enter; panic washed over him. Zhou Kaiping had one hand inside a service staff member's clothing and forgot to pull it out as he feigned calmness while sternly reprimanding: “Zhang Maokui! We are discussing work with Mr. Ding here; what do you think you’re doing?”
Zhang Maokui remained silent; he stepped aside as a man adorned with an official badge entered without hesitation. He began snapping photos of everyone in the room. Following him were Qiao Jian from Annan County JW and Wang Zhiguo, director of Annan County Public Security Bureau. Qiao Jian remarked: “Let me see what work we are discussing!”
There were also rumors circulating within their circle that during an Annan County meeting regarding personnel management, Secretary Chen Hanjie wanted to protect Zhou Kaiping. In response, Qiao Jian threw down a stack of photos: “If such officials remain in our ranks, it would be a disgrace for all of Annan!” He insisted that such individuals must be dismissed.
During voting on this matter, Deputy Secretary Chen Hanjie abstained while county governor Mao Weiguo raised his hand in favor along with Secretary Li Gaoqiang. Even Minister Gao Heng in charge of organizational work raised his hand along with other officials responsible for various departments...
Wang Zhiguo reported to higher authorities seeking approval: Zhu Mingkai was removed from his position as deputy director of Gaoqiao Town Police Station pending investigation by relevant departments. Xu Mingduo (known as Xiao Xu by Hu Ruoyun), previously from Chengguan Town Police Station, was appointed as deputy director of Gaoqiao Town Police Station!
Upon taking office, Deputy Director Xu immediately collaborated with the Business Administration Department to initiate cleanup operations at poultry trading markets and agricultural markets along with surrounding environments targeting illegal activities like those conducted by South-North Family involved in illicit transactions or overcharging customers... All such practices fell within their scope for rectification and crackdown.
To deter the unscrupulous, three months later, the Annan County Public Security, Prosecution, Court, and Justice held a mass arrest conference in the Gaoqiao Town Ma Jia Zhuang agricultural market regarding the "Ding Family Five Tigers" and others.
Many merchants, along with some out-of-town businesspeople and drivers, presented banners and letters of thanks written on red paper to the public security authorities.
Let's rewind a bit.
On the fourth day of the Lunar New Year, Mao Na stayed at Hu Ruoyun's home. On the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, she took Hu Ruoyun to the Jade Emperor Pavilion to light incense.
On the sixth day of the Lunar New Year, the two boarded a bus heading to Annan County City and visited Yao Wei and Li Shengnan's little nest, as well as Zhang Qiang and Ouyang Xiaxue's home.
Li Shengnan was straightforward: "Mao Ni, you see that Zhang Qiang from Ouyang Xiaxue's family is at the same level as our Yao Wei. Why don't you mention it to your county chief father? Maybe he can help our Yao Wei out..."
Mao Na replied, "I can't manage that kind of thing; if you want to talk about it, go tell him yourself!"
Li Shengnan then pestered Hu Ruoyun: "Your father-in-law favors you; why don't you say something for our Yao Wei..."
Ouyang Xiaxue became displeased: "Zhang Qiang's deputy position was earned through hard work. Last year he accompanied Mao Ni's dad for a week of research and didn't come home at all. If it were you, you probably wouldn't be able to hold back from sabotaging him... Besides, your Yao Wei only knows how to talk!"
Mao Na turned to tease Ouyang Xiaxue: "Who was it that called me saying, 'Where did your dad take my husband? He hasn't been home for days; it's just my mom keeping me company'..."
The three burst into laughter again.
Zhang Qiang, Yao Wei, and Hu Ruoyun sat on the other side chatting among themselves.
Yao Wei asked Hu Ruoyun, "Has Mao Na's dad or mom said anything about you two?"
Zhang Qiang chimed in: "County Chief Mao probably has never said anything!"
Hu Ruoyun responded, "Everything is fine."
Indeed, isn't everything just fine now?
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