harleyscars Page 102
Page 102
As the captain of the first criminal investigation team, Wang Xin quickly went to the director's office after receiving the director's notification.
From the bureau chief, Wang Xin learned that he was going to Lincheng to investigate a case privately.
However, the matter of being transferred from another region still surprised Wang Xin himself.
Chapter 159 Follow the clues
Lincheng City Public Security Bureau, Director's Office.
Yu Shaoxin, the director of the municipal bureau, lit a cigarette and looked at Wang Xin as he spoke.
"So? Have you figured it out?"
"Chief, I just don't understand why I was transferred to Lincheng to investigate a case?"
"Let me tell you the truth! This matter was decided by the provincial leaders. Chief Prosecutor Wu of the Provincial Procuratorate personally called me and appointed you."
"I don't even know the specifics of what they're investigating. They just said it's a transfer of police officers from another region, and that Secretary Gong of the Provincial Party Committee has agreed to it."
Although Wang Xin had some doubts, he could not refuse the arrangements made by his superiors under any circumstances.
However, he still spoke to Yu Shaoxin.
"Chief, am I going to Lincheng alone this time, or...?"
"A single thread cannot make a line, and a single tree cannot make a forest. Your strength alone is too weak. Take your whole team with you! Let's go to Lin City together."
"Yes, Director."
"I knew you'd drag your master along, but he's not young anymore. You have to be careful about his health when you go, okay?"
"Director, don't worry! My master is with me, nothing will happen."
"Alright, go ahead! You'd better get to Lincheng as soon as possible. I could tell from Wu Jian's tone on the phone that he seemed to be in a hurry."
"I understand."
Why did Yu Shaoxin agree so readily?
Wu Shuqi, the chief prosecutor, is secondary.
After all, although Chief Prosecutor Wu is a deputy ministerial-level cadre, he is neither a member of the provincial party committee standing committee nor his direct superior.
So no matter what, Wu Shuqi can't control Yu Shaoxin's future.
However, the key issue is that Chief Prosecutor Wu mentioned that Secretary Gong had already agreed.
This is what Yu Shaoxin cares about most; his future and destiny are decided by Secretary Gong of the Provincial Party Committee.
If Yu Shaoxin can handle this matter well, he will be able to gain some attention from Secretary Gong.
As for Wang Xin? There's no way around it, his rank is too low, so he can only be a tool.
But even a tool has its value. If he handles this matter well, would Director Yu mistreat this capable official from the municipal bureau? Certainly not.
Therefore, this is a win-win situation, which is acceptable to all parties.
Wang Xin returned to the team and told his mentor Ma Kui and the other comrades in the team what had happened.
After finishing speaking, Wang Xin gave a final summary.
"This time it's a transfer of police officers from another region, so it must be a critical moment. Otherwise, they wouldn't have transferred us from Yantai to Lincheng. So I hope everyone will not take it lightly and must pay attention to it."
Ma Kui looked at his apprentice, seemingly wanting to say something but holding back.
"Master, is there anything you'd like to say?"
Do you know what case it is?
Wang Xin shook his head.
"The director didn't tell me what kind of case it was. He just said that it was decided by the provincial leaders and that everything would be clear once we got to Lincheng."
After hearing Wang Xin's words, Ma Kui didn't know what else to say.
"Let's go to Lincheng first and then talk about it!"
There was no railway between Lincheng and Yantai, so ordinary people in that era all traveled by bus.
Wang Xin and his group boarded the bus at Yantai Bus Station and rode for several hours, their bodies nearly shaking off the wheels, before finally arriving at Lincheng Bus Station.
Both Ji Changming and Qi Tongwei had sensitive identities, so in order not to alert the enemy, the task of picking them up was entrusted to Qin Siyuan.
After Qin Siyuan saw Yantai's bus at Lincheng Bus Station, he immediately rushed to the front of the bus, craning his neck to examine it carefully, while holding Wang Xin's photo in his hand.
Just then, Wang Xin got off the bus, and Qin Siyuan immediately saw him and raised his arm high in front of him.
"Here, here."
His voice also caught Wang Xin's attention. After seeing Qin Siyuan, Wang Xin spoke to several of his comrades.
"This one should be the best."
"Stay vigilant and don't let your guard down."
With his master's instructions in mind, Wang Xin nodded and went to stand in front of Qin Siyuan.
He asked in a very low voice.
"Is this Director Qin?"
"I am Qin Siyuan, and you are Wang Xin?"
As he spoke, Qin Siyuan stretched out his hand, holding a photo of Wang Xin.
"I am Wang Xin, Director Qin, it's a pleasure to meet you."
"You came alone?"
"Our team has a total of 6 members, and all of them came to Lincheng this time."
"Great! Many hands make light work. This isn't the place to talk. Come with me, we've prepared a welcome feast for everyone."
The welcome banquet wasn't held in a large hotel in Lincheng, mainly because those hotels are a mixed bag, and someone might notice something amiss.
So, on Ji Changming's recommendation, they chose a home-style restaurant in a relatively remote location, frequented mainly by construction workers, making it difficult to be spotted.
Qin Siyuan hailed two taxis and arrived at the restaurant.
After getting out of the car, Qin Siyuan said to Wang Xin.
"Captain Wang, let's go inside and talk about it."
Guided by Qin Siyuan, Wang Xin and the others followed him into a private room in the small restaurant.
Ji Changming and Qi Tongwei were already waiting there. When Wang Xin saw Qi Tongwei, his eyes lit up.
"you are not?"
"Captain Wang, do you still remember me?"
“How could I forget you? Aren’t you Lao Fang’s nephew? Back in Yantai, when I was having dinner with your uncle, you were there too.”
"Yes! Captain Wang, it's been a long time."
"It's been a long time, probably seven or eight years."
At this moment, Qin Siyuan warmly welcomed Wang Xin and his group. After everyone sat down, Wang Xin looked at Qin Siyuan and asked the question that had been bothering him.
"Director Qin, what's the purpose of transferring us from Yantai this time? We still don't know what case it is."
Qin Siyuan, Ji Changming, and Qi Tongwei exchanged glances before beginning their detailed explanation.
He recounted the events at Xujiayao Coal Mine and then handed over Zuo Wenxiang's report to Wang Xin.
After Wang Xin finished reading, Qin Siyuan spoke.
"This Zhou Chaobin is a local gang leader in Lincheng. He was the one who led his men to threaten Zuo Wenxiang and several other coal mine owners."
"Moreover, this person operates several underground casinos in Lincheng. We now suspect that Zuo Wenxiang lost money in his casinos, which means that Zuo Wenxiang's death may also be related to him."
"So, we want to know what the inside story is between Zhou Chaobin, Yuan Kangde, and Qiao Ning. Everyone has their own expertise, and you are all criminal investigation experts. I would like to ask you to help investigate Zhou Chaobin. If you need anything from us, please feel free to ask."
It was only at this point that Wang Xin and his group realized their ultimate goal.
Goodness gracious, this is going to bring down the Party Secretary of Lincheng City!
Chapter 160 Qiao Ning's Scheme
Lincheng City, Tianyuan Tea House.
The owner of this tea shop is none other than Yuan Kangde, the brother-in-law of Qiao Ning, the current secretary of the Lincheng Municipal Party Committee.
Qiao Ning herself also really likes this tea house. Enjoying tea and watching dance performances is a pleasure for her.
However, this time when Qiao Ning came to Tianyuan Tea House again, she didn't feel as comfortable as before.
In his private room, Qiao Ning had a freshly brewed cup of Biluochun tea in front of him.
In the past, Secretary Qiao would have been slowly sipping his tea at this time, but today, he lay on the sofa with his eyes closed in deep thought, his brows furrowed tightly.
A moment later, there was a knock on the door of the private room, and a man in his thirties walked in.
He spoke immediately as soon as he came in.
“Brother-in-law, if someone dies, we have to pay 30 yuan in compensation. I’ve lost all the money I’ve earned in the last two years. How can they do this? Am I even going to continue this business?”
Qiao Ning was already in a bad mood, and after hearing his brother-in-law's words, he couldn't help but rebuke him angrily.
"You're yelling so loudly, as if you're afraid no one can hear you, aren't you? Do you want me to take you to the municipal party school guesthouse and yell at you in front of Secretary Gong of the provincial party committee?"
His brother-in-law was his biggest backer, and Yuan Kangde certainly wouldn't dare to offend this powerful figure.
Not only do they not dare to offend him, they also have to praise Qiao Ning highly and make Secretary Qiao happy!
Yuan Kangde quickly closed the door, a fawning smile on his face.
He said in a low voice.
"Brother-in-law, I'm only thinking of you, aren't I? Don't you get a share of all the money I earn?"
"If it weren't for your sister, I wouldn't care about you. I'd be a donkey."
Upon hearing this, Yuan Kangde secretly grumbled to himself.
You're only doing this because of my sister? You're only doing it for the money.
Do you really think you're so loyal to my sister? Over the years, I don't know how many mistresses she's sent to you, even celebrities. What more could you want?
That little bitch from the city TV station, do you dare say you didn't sleep well?
However, Yuan Kangde only dared to mutter these words in his heart; he didn't have the guts to say them out loud.
"Brother-in-law, I know you care about me the most. If it weren't for your support, I wouldn't be where I am today!"
As a brother-in-law, Fang Zhenhua also gave back to his sister and brother-in-law's family, helping his nephew to succeed.
But Yuan Kangde, the brother-in-law, only knows how to screw over his own brother-in-law.
"Alright, enough of this nonsense. I've come here to tell you something."
"What's wrong, brother-in-law?"
"Buy plane tickets right now and send your sister, Yao Yao, and Xiao Fan to the United States."
Although Yuan Kangde was a scoundrel, he wasn't stupid. After hearing Qiao Ning's words, his heart skipped a beat, and he immediately asked.
"Brother-in-law, what's wrong? Did Secretary Gong from the Provincial Party Committee come and make you so nervous? It can't be that serious, brother-in-law. We've handled things very well, and no one will say a word!"
"Putting everything else aside, Zuo Wenxiang was completely ruined by us. The other companies are all cowards, not daring to say a word."
Qiao Ning pinched the bridge of her nose and then said.
"The incident at Xujia Kiln has had a really bad impact. The geological and mineral resources department has found out the cause of the accident: excessive mining led to the collapse of the mine."
"I warned you long ago that as long as you have the mine, you can make money. Don't be so greedy, but you wouldn't listen to me. Now look what's happened."
"Do you really think you can cover up what happened at Tianhua Coal Mine? Do you think you can cover up what happened between you and me?"
"Some things can't be weighed. If they are, even 1000 pounds won't be enough. If the higher-ups don't want to investigate, fine. But if they do investigate, everything will be a mess."
Qiao Ning's words made Yuan Kangde a little anxious.
"Brother-in-law, didn't I already give them compensation?"