One must understand that before this incident, there had already been a dispute between Fang Yuanshan and Nie Zhenbang over the direction and concept of economic development within the province. Although the matter had fizzled out without a conclusion, Fang Yuanshan's subsequent actions had created a fait accompli. The arrival of the Ou Ke Group had suddenly improved Fang Yuanshan's situation within the province. This alone was enough to explain everything.
However, it just so happened that Meiping City was now facing a geological disaster. If this disaster were to be linked to the coal mine in any way... the consequences would be dire.
Looking at Zhou Liren beside him, Fang Yuanshan said in a deep voice, "Xiao Zhou, what's the status? Has Jiang Zhengyi reported anything?"
