EFB Chapter 173 The First Grenade
Chapter 173 The First Grenade
Governor Liu pondered for a moment and said:
"Tongwei, the Public Security Bureau must take this matter seriously, establish a special task force, and find out the truth. By the way, has the news been spread?"
Qi Tongwei said:
"We arrived at the scene immediately after receiving the report. We have ordered the deletion of footage taken with private equipment, and we have also asked the media to refrain from publishing it for the time being. However, these measures can only guarantee the cooperation of official media. Some smaller media outlets or independent media outlets are probably already unable to hold back."
"Then we'll have to rely on the Cyberspace Administration and the Cyber Technology Branch for assistance. Tongwei, solve the case as soon as possible. I feel this is unusual and is very likely related to Huilong Group," Governor Liu instructed.
"Yes, Governor, Minister." Qi Tongwei saluted and left.
Governor Liu and Xia Qing sat back down in their original seats. Governor Liu took a sip of tea and said:
"Xia Qing, what do you think?"
"Huilong Group is definitely involved. This looks like a cover-up." Xia Qing stated her opinion.
Governor Liu nodded and said:
"In short, you should also take care of your own safety. I have a feeling that the struggle with the Zhao family is about to reach a point of no return."
Xia Qing nodded in acknowledgment and said:
"I understand, Governor."
……
After Qi Tongwei finished his report, he immediately returned to the Public Security Bureau and went straight to the conference room.
There, the special task force for the Liu Xinjian murder case, organized by Deputy Director Li Gangxin, was ready and awaiting instructions from Qi Tongwei.
The direction of the investigation in this case is actually very clear.
The person most likely to have the motive to kill Liu Xinjian was none other than Zhao Ruilong.
However, the province has just finished its investigation and audit of Huilong Group. Those who know the inside story understand that this is a sign of weakness to the Zhao family, indicating that they are no longer going to confront them head-on.
At this critical juncture, should we reopen the investigation into Huilong Group because of Liu Xinjian's death?
This is a matter that Qi Tongwei, the top leader, needs to grasp.
Therefore, Qi Tongwei conveyed Governor Liu's message verbatim.
Criminal cases are of paramount importance and must be thoroughly investigated to uphold the authority of the law and provide an explanation to the people.
If necessary, Huilong Group will conduct the investigation without hesitation.
With Qi Tongwei's approval, Li Gangxin and others were greatly encouraged and expressed their determination to solve the case as soon as possible.
After the meeting, Qi Tongwei returned to his office, locked the door, and instructed his secretary to stand guard outside and not let anyone in for the time being.
Then, he took out a new phone with only one number on it and dialed it.
"Feed?"
Zhao Ruilong's languid voice rang out, accompanied by a woman's murmurs.
Qi Tongwei suppressed his nausea and lowered his voice to say:
"Zhao Ruilong, I have something to ask you! Don't let anyone else hear!"
"Oh, Brother Qi! Wait a moment, I'll take care of this." Qi Tongwei heard Zhao Ruilong put down his phone, followed by the words "Get lost, go ask the finance department for the money," and then he obediently said goodbye to the woman.
Then, the phone was picked up, and Zhao Ruilong's voice came through:
"Brother Qi, what's up?"
Qi Tongwei said coldly:
"Zhao Ruilong, you went a little too far."
"Too harsh? Brother Qi, what's this all about to reprimand your little brother? I've been obediently waiting at home for your account books, how is that too harsh?" Zhao Ruilong's tone was dissatisfied but also questioning.
Qi Tongwei sensed the doubt in Zhao Ruilong's tone.
Did Zhao Ruilong have no knowledge of Liu Xinjian's death?
Do not believe his one-sided account.
Let's explain the situation and see Zhao Ruilong's reaction.
So, Qi Tongwei said to Zhao Ruilong:
"Liu Xinjian is dead."
Zhao Ruilong on the other end of the phone was silent for five seconds.
Suddenly, in a trembling voice, he said:
"Dead... How could he... He's actually dead..."
Qi Tongwei sensed something amiss and pressed for an answer:
"Ruilong, do you know anything about Liu Xinjian's death?"
"Isn't it obvious? It's Du Bozhong, it's Du Bozhong!" Zhao Ruilong said, his voice growing increasingly panicked.
"He made his move, killing the old man's godson first—it's a warning to me!"
Qi Tongwei was extremely shocked. Could this really be the work of Du Bozhong?
On second thought, Du Bozhong must have met Liu Xinjian when he was doing business with Zhao Ruilong.
When these individuals first started their chain of interests, they must have collaborated.
If Du Bozhong chose Liu Xinjian as his target first in order to intimidate Zhao Ruilong, that would be understandable.
But Qi Tongwei had one question.
Was Du Bozhong merely trying to intimidate Zhao Ruilong?
In Handong, murder is not easy. Even with a lawless outlaw like Du Bozhong, Qi Tongwei is confident that he can quickly solve the case using the existing clues.
Why did Du Bozhong have to go through all this trouble to kill Liu Xinjian?
Did he kill Liu Xinjian and then coerce Zhao Ruilong into helping him find the account book?
Qi Tongwei felt that this motivation was not convincing enough.
He wanted to ask a few more questions, but Zhao Ruilong had already refused to communicate, so he said in a panic:
"Brother Qi, you see now... Du Bozhong is ruthless! If we don't get the account book soon, he's probably losing patience... and so am I..."
He hung up the phone in a hurry after saying that.
Qi Tongwei reluctantly put down his phone.
The current situation is becoming increasingly unfavorable.
If the ledger cannot be found, Du Bozhong will threaten Zhao Ruilong, and Zhao Ruilong will then threaten him.
Unfortunately, Zhao Ruilong's identity is sensitive, and police protection cannot be provided.
If Zhao Ruilong were to be killed by Du Bozhong one day, the recording of him informing Ding Yizhen to escape would likely be leaked.
Even if it doesn't circulate, it would be extremely dangerous if it fell into Du Bozhong's hands.
All we can do now is solve the case as soon as possible and find the ledger.
It can only be handed over to Li Gangxin's task force.
……
On the provincial party committee side of Handong, Tian Guofu had already reported Yi Xuexi's actions to Governor Liu.
Governor Liu finally felt the unprecedented pressure.
The worst fears have come true; Sha Ruijin's plan to return to work has been affected.
This time, it was done by one of our own people.
Governor Liu knew Yi Xuexi's style of doing things, but he never expected him to be so reckless.
At the same time, he also wondered who had recommended EasyLearning in the first place.
Gao Yuliang.
In terms of the outcome, everything that is happening now...
This certainly aligns with Gao Yuliang's ideas.
Could it be that Gao Yuliang even thought of this step?
I recommend Easy Learning, so he becomes a ticking time bomb in the investigation team.
And this bombshell will be the next one after the exclusive franchise rights and Ni Fugui's investment...
The third grenade.
But this third bomb will be the fatal blow that will completely take away Saruijin!
The more Governor Liu thought about it, the more terrified he became.
He was unwilling to deify Gao Yuliang, and even less willing to imagine him as someone who could strategize to such an extent.
But the facts speak for themselves.
It can't be said that Yi Xuexi just happened to do such a backstabbing thing and just happened to be in line with Gao Yuliang's intentions, can it?
I never imagined that Gao Yuliang was such a meticulous person.
We must find every possible way to overcome the current crisis.
Sha Ruijin's fate is now inextricably linked with that of everyone in Handong!