Chapter 1055 - 1053: Discussion
Zheng Minghui was stunned when he heard that Song Xiaojia was a police officer. After a long pause, he said, "Officer, I haven't done anything illegal. Why are you looking for me?"
Song Xiaojia smiled and said, "Zheng Minghui, don't overthink it. We're just here to ask you about some things, nothing else. Please have a seat."
Zheng Minghui sat down, looking at the three of them.
Song Xiaojia asked, "Zheng Minghui, did you go to Huainan Road around nine in the morning two weeks ago?"
Zheng Minghui thought for a moment and replied, "Yes, I went to Huainan Road that day."
"What were you doing there?" Xiao Xue asked quickly.
Zheng Minghui said, "That day, Technician Gong from our construction site asked me to post some letters for him at the mailbox on that street corner."
Upon hearing this, the three were visibly excited. Song Xiaojia then asked, "Do you remember what those letters looked like?"
Zheng Minghui was about to answer when Luo Guoqing took out an anonymous letter and said, "Zheng Minghui, does this envelope look familiar?"
Zheng Minghui took it, looked at it, and nodded, "Yes, this is it. At the time, I found it quite strange. Technician Gong suddenly asked me to mail over a hundred letters for him. Who was he writing to?"
Xiao Xue, trying to contain her excitement, asked, "Which construction site do you work at?"
Zheng Minghui answered, "At the new residential area under construction by the XX Group."
Song Xiaojia was unfamiliar with the XX Group, but Xiao Xue and Luo Guoqing were. Wasn't the chairman of this group Yang Zi? Could it be related to Yang Zi?
Without concrete evidence, they only had suspicions about Yang Zi. After asking for more details, they found Zheng Minghui's account matched exactly with the surveillance footage.
Having clarified everything, Helen and the other two bid goodbye to Zheng Minghui and his wife, driving back to Jiangbei City.
Upon arriving in Jiangbei City's main district, they didn't go home directly but went to the construction site to find Technician Gong. Unfortunately, Gong was away on a business trip and wouldn't return for two or three days.
Not finding Gong left the three a bit disappointed, but with a lead, they knew the truth would eventually come out. Song Xiaojia went home, while Xiao Xue and Luo Guoqing headed to Tang Yumeng's house.
On the way, Xiao Xue and Luo Guoqing agreed to withhold their investigation into the anonymous letters from Tang Yumeng for the time being and instead tell her about the day's events.
At Tang Yumeng's doorstep, Helen pressed the doorbell. Seeing both of them, Tang Yumeng was surprised and said, "Xiao Xue, Guoqing, why have you both come to see me?"
Before Xiao Xue could speak, Luo Guoqing interjected, "Secretary Tang, we're here today to report something to you."
Tang Yumeng, slightly taken aback, said, "Come in and tell me."
After they entered, the two sat down while Tang Yumeng personally made them some coffee. Sitting on the sofa across from them, she smiled and asked, "What do you have to report to me?"
Luo Guoqing said, "Secretary Tang, Xiao Xue and I went to XX Town, XX Village today and encountered something strange..." He proceeded to recount everything to Tang Yumeng.
After hearing it all, Tang Yumeng slammed the table in anger, "Those scoundrels tarnish the government's image with their corruption. They must not be let off lightly and must be severely punished."
"Secretary Tang, what should we do next?" Xiao Xue asked, looking at Tang Yumeng.
Tang Yumeng pondered for a moment and said, "Though I'm still the City Committee Secretary, I've been suspended from my duties. I think we should inform Mayor Chen about this first and gauge his reaction."
Luo Guoqing commented, "Secretary Tang, that might not be wise. I think we should handle this ourselves."
Xiao Xue added, "Secretary Tang, I agree with Old Luo. We shouldn't report this to Mayor Chen. I have a feeling he's not very upright and has too many schemes."
Tang Yumeng interrupted Xiao Xue, saying, "Xiao Xue, you shouldn't speak recklessly. Chen Mingguo is, after all, our mayor in Jiangbei City. Such words, if spread, would have bad repercussions. Let me first talk to Secretary Liu of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection and see his opinion."
Helen and Luo Guoqing did not object.
Tang Yumeng dialed Secretary Liu and explained the situation to him. Secretary Liu, upon hearing it, was also furious and ordered Tang Yumeng to arrange an immediate investigation, with strict punishment for anyone involved.
With Secretary Liu's support, Tang Yumeng entrusted the investigation to Xiao Xue and Luo Guoqing, instructing them to uncover the truth thoroughly. She also advised them to seek assistance from Zhang Wenhui and Song Xiaojia if necessary.
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New York, United States, Hilton Hotel.
These days, Ma Ling was feeling very troubled. She remembered following Mu Zhengqing since she was twenty-three, and despite the lack of romance, she had worked hard to help him build an empire. Even if she didn't achieve merit, she had worked hard. But to her surprise, Mu Zhengqing turned hostile and even hired someone to eliminate her to keep her silent.
Thinking of this, Ma Ling was so angry that her teeth were itching. Mu Zhengqing, you bastard, don't push me too far. Push me too far and see if I dare to surrender and go back home.
Although she thought this way in her heart, she didn't have the courage to return. After all, what she committed was not a minor offense.
These days, she hid in the Hilton Hotel, not daring to take a single step out of her room. She was a person, and she was also afraid of dying.
Lying in the bathtub in the room, Ma Ling submerged her whole body in the water. The suitable water temperature made her body feel very comfortable. She slightly closed her eyes, enjoying this comfortable feeling.
Her fingers gently stroked her still firm, soft body, and Ma Ling let out a soft moan. Don't be fooled by the fact that Ma Ling was already thirty-five this year; she knew how to maintain herself well, her skin still smooth, and her face showing no trace of crow's feet left by time.
Just as she was enjoying this moment, suddenly there came a knock on the door.
Ma Ling's nerves jolted, and she immediately jumped up from the bathtub. Her heaving chest moved violently with the abrupt action, extremely tempting.
"Who?" Ma Ling wrapped herself in a bath towel, nervously calling towards the direction of the door.
"Hello, I am from room service." A voice came from outside the door.
Ma Ling hesitated for a moment before walking to the door and opening it. The door opened, revealing before her a Chinese person dressed in a work uniform. This person, dressed in a work uniform, appeared to be in his twenties, very robust, and wearing a smile on his face.
"You're not a waiter." Ma Ling had stayed in the Hilton Hotel for quite some time and had never seen this waiter before. Her face changed, and she shouted, reaching to close the door.
This person was none other than Lin Chuan. Seeing Ma Ling about to close the door, he quickly dodged and entered the room before she could shut it.
Ma Ling wanted to shout again, but Lin Chuan, with a slight smile, said, "I advise you not to shout. I'm here to save you."
At this moment, Ma Ling suddenly calmed down. She casually closed the door, looking at Lin Chuan, she said, "Are you Lin Chuan?"
Some time ago, Lin Chuan's name and photos were all over the television and other media. Even though Ma Ling was on the run, she had seen the news about Lin Chuan and suddenly remembered at this moment.
Lin Chuan smiled slightly, "That's right, I am Lin Chuan."
Someone like Lin Chuan couldn't be associated with Mu Zhengqing, Ma Ling knew this very well, which is why she calmed down and said, "Please sit."
Lin Chuan didn't stand on ceremony and sat down on the sofa.
Ma Ling was wrapped in a towel, most of her body covered, but the exposed skin was very white. She also sat down and said, "You said you came to save me?"
Lin Chuan nodded, "That's right, I think you should be aware of your current situation."
"Why do you want to save me?" Ma Ling asked Lin Chuan.
Lin Chuan's expression became serious, "The reason is simple. Mu Zhengqing has committed an enormous crime, and he must face the country's trial."
Upon hearing Lin Chuan's words, Ma Ling understood that he was here to capture Mu Zhengqing.
"Sorry, I don't need you to save me." Ma Ling's face changed, and she refused Lin Chuan. She knew very well what her fate would be once Mu Zhengqing was captured.
Lin Chuan seemed to understand Ma Ling's thoughts and said, "You better think carefully, Mu Zhengqing will not escape the law's judgment. Besides, he now wants to kill you to silence you. If you don't cooperate with me, you should be clear about your end."
Ma Ling said nothing, falling silent.
Lin Chuan continued, "If you agree to cooperate with me, not only will I protect you, but after Mu Zhengqing is brought to justice, I can help plead for leniency for you with the authorities."
"Let me think about it." Ma Ling was still hesitating.
Seeing that Ma Ling was already considering, Lin Chuan said, "I think you know well enough the crime you've committed. As long as you agree to help me capture Mu Zhengqing and testify against him in court, you will gain merit. I believe after a few years, you won't have to live this life of fear anymore."
Ma Ling remained silent, lowering her head in contemplation. Lin Chuan said nothing more, watching Ma Ling, waiting for her response.
After a full half an hour, Ma Ling finally raised her head, looking at Lin Chuan, "How can I believe you?"
Lin Chuan laughed. Ma Ling saying this meant she was agreeing, "You don't have to trust me, just trust the country."
"Fine, I agree to cooperate with you." After hesitating repeatedly, Ma Ling finally nodded.
Lin Chuan stood up, "Then get dressed immediately. It's not safe here, come with me to a safe place."
Even Ma Ling herself didn't understand why she had a feeling of trust towards Lin Chuan, not quite knowing why she felt this way, she couldn't even explain it herself.