EFB Chapter 203 Rescue
Chapter 203 Rescue
Gao Yuliang finally lowered his guard.
He stood up, bowed to Xia Qing, and said:
"Thank you, Minister Xia. If you were to accept my proposal so hastily, I wouldn't say another word."
Xia Qing was both amused and exasperated. This Gao Yuliang was still testing her even at this point.
Gao Yuliang sat back down on the sofa, but his expression and body language revealed an unprecedented sense of relaxation.
It's the kind of relaxed feeling where you don't have to be defensive and can truly open your heart.
"Minister Xia, may I have a cigarette?"
Gao Yuliang pulled a pack of cigarettes from his chest pocket and said cheerfully.
Xia Qing was extremely surprised.
Gao Yuliang's public persona is that he doesn't smoke.
If someone offers to smoke in front of you, can that be interpreted as...?
Gao Yuliang completely dropped his pretense.
What he said next was entirely sincere.
Absolutely credible.
At this point, Xia Qing no longer intended to be on guard.
Since Gao Yuliang is so sincere, let's listen to him!
Thinking of this, Xia Qing took out an exquisite Zippo lighter from the drawer and smiled:
"Would you mind if I had one too?"
Gao Yuliang was taken aback.
It's worth noting that Xia Qing's public image is that she doesn't smoke.
Gao Yuliang couldn't help but laugh and readily handed him one.
Xia Qing lit one for Gao Yuliang, and then lit one for herself.
Gao Yuliang took a deep breath, slowly exhaled a smoke ring, and began to speak in a leisurely manner.
He told Xia Qing everything about how he had become increasingly entangled in the Zhao family's business over the years, his secret marriage to Gao Xiaofeng, and how Zhao Lichun used Gao Xiaofeng as a threat.
Xia Qing listened without saying a word.
Gao Yuliang's complex image became even more three-dimensional in his mind at this moment.
Only today did he begin to understand Gao Yuliang.
After Gao Yuliang finished speaking, he smiled and said:
"I can finally entrust this to you with peace of mind."
Gao Yuliang took an envelope out of his pocket and handed it to Xia Qing.
Xia Qing opened the envelope, and inside was a handwritten list of names by Gao Yuliang.
From name to age and job title, everything is included.
Gao Yuliang explained from the side:
"These are my students and former subordinates over the years... you could also call them the Han University clique. I've listed all the people I can use on this list, and I hope Minister Xia can protect them."
The list in Xia Qing's hand weighed less than a few grams, yet he could clearly feel its immense weight.
This is no ordinary list.
This was the culmination of Gao Yuliang's life's work; he handed over all the political resources he could to Xia Qing.
in other words.
Xia Qing is the new leader of the Han University gang.
Gao Yuliang pledged his loyalty to Xia Qing.
Xia Qing was very satisfied with this generous gift.
Having handed over everything, Gao Yuliang was practically left with no one to command.
Xia Qing then gained a stronger voice in Handong.
Of course, Gao Yuliang's gift was not so easy to accept.
Xia Qing naturally knew that there was a deeper meaning behind Gao Yuliang handing over the list.
Xia Qing looked at Gao Yuliang and asked jokingly:
"Secretary Yuliang, this list is good, but it's also a hot potato. If I just stand by and watch you get taken away and dealt with, your former protégés and subordinates might hold a grudge against me."
Gao Yuliang laughed heartily:
"That's up to Minister Xia to decide."
Xia Qing smiled helplessly.
Gao Yuliang is Gao Yuliang after all; he always manages to think several steps ahead.
Now that we've received the list, we have no choice but to help.
Sometimes, there's really nothing you can do about Gao Yuliang.
Fortunately, Gao Yuliang's problem can be considered either very big or very small.
This kind of thing, unless it's intentionally escalated to an irreversible level.
All of these can be handled.
But Gao Yuliang certainly can't stay in the third place in the province any longer.
Xia Qing decided to report the situation to Vice Minister Zhou, whom she was familiar with at the Organization Department of the Central Committee, later.
Consider the attitude from above before making a decision.
Just then, Gao Yuliang suddenly spoke up:
"Minister Xia, regarding Gao Xiaofeng... as you know, Zhao Ruilong hasn't been formally charged yet, so the Public Security Bureau can't intervene in Hong Kong..."
Xia Qing pondered for a moment.
Gao Yuliang is right; the procedures for the police from Handong to enter Hong Kong Island to enforce the law are very complicated.
If they had gone through the proper channels, from filing a case to approval to entering Hong Kong Island, the time frame would likely have been insufficient to stop Zhao Ruilong's gang's actions.
What if we go through private channels?
If Qi Tongwei sends people from the Public Security Bureau, and something goes wrong, both Gao Yuliang and Qi Tongwei will be held responsible.
As for the claim that Gao Yuliang sent his own people over, that's utter nonsense.
If Gao Yuliang could outmaneuver Zhao Lichun in Hong Kong, why would he have allowed Gao Xiaofeng to be placed under house arrest for so many years?
Therefore, Gao Yuliang had no other choice.
To rescue Gao Xiaofeng as soon as possible, we must find another way.
At the same time, Xia Qing also knew that if he hadn't devised this plan, Gao Xiaofeng wouldn't have been in danger.
Now Gao Yuliang has taken the initiative to back down, even handing over the account books and his pledge of loyalty.
There's no need to continue making things difficult for the other party.
Thinking of this, Xia Qing said:
"Wait a moment, I'll make a call. By the way, tell me where Gao Xiaofeng is hiding."
Gao Yuliang hesitated for a moment.
Should we really tell Xia Qing Gao Xiaofeng's location?
But if you don't say it.
Xia Qing will most likely abandon the matter, and it's only a matter of time before Gao Xiaofeng is found by Zhao Ruilong's men.
I'm going all in, since Xia Qing knows everything anyway.
Gao Yuliang gritted his teeth, wrote down the address on the paper, and handed it to Xia Qing.
Xia Qing took the phone, nodded, and dialed the number.
"Hey buddy... what Minister Xia? We're all on the same side, Xia Qing is fine... Yes, I'd like to ask you to pick up two people and bring them to Handong. Yes, I'll send you the address later."
After Xia Qing hung up the phone, Gao Yuliang said nervously and urgently:
"Bring Xiaofeng and her child to Handong? Minister Xia, is that really possible...?"
Xia Qing said with a half-smile:
"In Hong Kong, it's not up to the Zhao family to rule. If Zhao Ruilong dares to obstruct us in this matter..."
After a pause, Xia Qing's eyes sharpened, and she said calmly:
"Then his old man will have something to do."
"..." Gao Yuliang opened his mouth, but ultimately said nothing.
Yes, we've worked together for so long, I almost forgot.
The organization minister in front of me is low-key, refined, and follows the rules. He has a kind and gentle demeanor.
But it has a terrifying and suffocating background.
Gao Yuliang came to his senses and felt fortunate for his choice today.
Fortunately, he confessed everything to Xia Qing.
He provided Xia Qing with account books, a list of Han University gang members, and his own "handles."
Although there were some twists and turns regarding the account books.
But these sincere and generous gifts eventually moved Xia Qing.
Xia Qing was also willing to lend a helping hand.
Did I make the right move?
Gao Yuliang let out a long sigh of relief.
Xia Qing asked Gao Yuliang to wait a moment.
About half an hour later, Gao Yuliang received a call from Gao Xiaofeng.
He listened intently, then his expression softened.
Only after hanging up the phone did Gao Yuliang finally feel all the unease that had accumulated over the years.
He looked at Xia Qing and said excitedly:
"Minister Xia! Xiao Feng and the child have been safely transported to the airport... Their flight back to Handong will be tonight!"