Beauty Goes Astray: Volume 17

By Yi Ke

The impoverished boss, Ike, was an unlucky guy. When he just arrived at the new unit, he found out that his female boss was a peerless beauty that he had provoked.

What's more, he inadvertently discovered her boss's top secret.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Funstory
• Release date: Sep 8, 2020
• ISBN: 9781636455556

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CHAPTER 1601 - DON'T TOUCH ME

Hai Zhu had already climbed onto the bed and pulled the blanket over her face.

I went to bed and lay down next to Hai Zhu. I touched Hai Zhu's body: Hey, what happened? Speak!"

Hai Zhu reached out and turned off the light, not saying a word.

I held onto Hai Zhu's body. What exactly happened? Why are you suddenly unhappy? "

Hai Zhu pushed me away. Don't touch me. I'm not interested.

Embarrassed, I let go of Hai Zhu.

I'm asking you, you already know Jin Jingze and Jin Shuying, why didn't you tell me? said the sea bamboo in the darkness.

My heart palpitated and I fainted. So it was this matter that Hai Zhu finally found out. Obviously, it was the result of her conversation with Jin Jing Ze Jin Shuying this time.

How do you know? I said guiltily.

How do I know? I wouldn't ask if they knew any friends in Haizhou. Jin Jingze asked and said that he knew you, and even knew Qiu Tong. It turned out that you had known them for a long time and had been keeping it a secret from me. Last time when I mentioned them to you, you played dumb! Hai Zhu said angrily.

En... It was like this. Before, there was a Sino-Korean cultural exchange event in Haizhou. Jin Jingze represented today's group to participate in the event. Qiu Tong and I were responsible for receiving and knowing him. Afterwards, we met Jin Shuying. I was afraid that you were thinking too much, so I didn't tell you. "

I'm afraid I'm thinking too much. The more you don't tell me, the more I'll think about it. Do you understand?

I was wrong, I apologize!

Are you wrong? What was your mistake? You apologize, why did you apologize?

I shouldn't have hidden it from you.

If I don't ask you, you'll keep it a secret, won't you?

I was speechless for a moment.

It's one thing to get to know each other at the Sino-Korean Cultural Exchange in Haizhou, but you went on a trip to Korea with Qiu Tong and saw them again. What are you trying to do? Why are you traveling to Korea with Qiu Tong and hiding it from me?" Hai Zhu's voice became more and more angry.

That trip to Korea, not only her and me, but also Yayi and Yuan Duo! I said weakly.

You think I'm a fool, but I can see that you're just harboring evil intentions. Not only you, she is also the same. Hai Zhu said.

Ah Zhu, you —

What about me? The more Hai Zhu spoke, the angrier she became. I can see that you and Qiu Tong are haunting us like ghosts and can involve you and her in any matter. Even I can't escape her shadow when I go to Korea to do business. What do you want? What was she going to do? As she said that she wished me the best of luck and that we were good sisters, what was she thinking about when she was doing all this shady stuff with you? And you, now that we are husband and wife, you still can't stop arguing with her, what on earth are you thinking? Do you want to live a good life with me? Do you still want to live a good life with me? Do you have me in your heart? "

Zhu, this has nothing to do with Qiu Tong. If you want to blame her, then blame me. It's my fault!

Listening to you, you're protecting her, aren't you? In your heart, am I important or is she? Do you and she have any sort of relationship? She is someone who has a fiance, what are you trying to do? What the hell are you doing? If I don't go to Korea this time to talk to Kim Jong-eun and the others, you will hide it from me forever, won't you? You will continue to act dumb in front of me and pretend that you don't know Kim Jingze, Jin Shu-ying, right?" Hai Zhu continued to ask me angrily.

I'm sorry, Ah Zhu. I'm doing this for our own good, for your own good.

Shut your mouth — Hai Zhu interrupted me, Such flowery eloquence. If you really want to do this for our sake, if you really want to do it for my sake, then you shouldn't conceal this from me. What was the most important thing between husband and wife? It's trust, but have you done it? Are you honest with me? Do you trust me?

I — I couldn't help it, Ah Zhu, I admit that I was wrong, I apologize, but have you ever done anything to hide this from me? Have you been hiding anything from me?

When I said this, Hai Zhu went silent.

I slowed my tone and said, I admit that I was wrong about what you said today, and I shouldn't have hidden it from you, but I did so because I didn't want you to think about it, because I didn't want you to be unhappy, for nothing else, and of course I certainly thought that even if you did hide something from me, it must have been out of good intentions, and for our own good, I wouldn't mind blaming you.

Hai Zhu continued to remain silent. It was unknown what she was thinking at the moment.

Hai Zhu didn't say anything, and neither did I.

We remained silent in the dark. Although we slept in the same bed, our bodies did not touch each other, and I was no longer in the mood to do that.

Although we were both silent, I knew that Haizhu was not asleep, and I was not sleepy either.

I had a vague feeling that there was something invisible between me and the sea bamboo that was pulling us away from each other.

The feeling frightened me, and I reached out to take hold of Hai Zhu's body, seeking comfort.

Hai Zhu didn't move and just let me hug him.

I pulled Hai Zhu's body into my embrace, kissed her face, and whispered in her ear, Alright, let's stop thinking about it.

Tell me, what did I hide from you? What did I do behind your back? Hai Zhu said.

I don't know, I was just guessing! As I spoke, I reached under the sea bamboo, trying to ease the atmosphere between us.

Hai Zhu let out a light breath before letting out another heavy sigh. She turned her back to me and said, I'm very tired. I'm going to sleep.

In the darkness, I opened wide my helpless eyes and fell into a long silence.

At some point, I fell asleep.

I don't know how long I slept, but I felt something soft kissing my face. When I opened my eyes, it was already morning. Hai Zhu was kissing me.

I embraced Hai Zhu's body, Hai Zhu did not make a sound, and continued to kiss my earlobe.

The past is the past. In the future, I have something to tell you, so you can't hide it from me … The sea bamboo whispers in my ear.

I let out a breath.

I'm not angry that you hid the matter of Jin Jingze and Jin Shuying from me. I'm just angry that there's nothing missing from you and Qiu Tong. Plus, you're going to Korea together. You can't have Yuan Duo and Ya Ya. The sea bamboo began to grumble in my ear again.

I didn't say anything.

Hai Zhu stood up and continued: You must remember, you are a man with a family, a wife, this is your responsibility, understand, no, the responsibility of being a man, the responsibility of being a husband!

Hai Zhu held the responsibility. Once upon a time, Qiu Tong had also brought up her responsibilities.

My heart felt heavy, and I felt ashamed.

As Qiu Tong, she is Li Shun's fiancee. Li Shun, you know this person. Not only will there be people gossiping about you and Qiu Tong, but if Li Shun knows, it would be strange if he doesn't skin you. Hai Zhu continued.

I was speechless again as I lay there with my eyes closed, listening to Hai Zhu continue her lecture.

Just then, my phone on the bedside table suddenly beeped a text message.

A short message came.

When I opened my eyes, Hai Zhu had already grabbed the phone and looked down.

I lay there looking at the sea bamboo.

Hai Zhu continued to look at me, a trace of panic flashing through her eyes.

What's wrong? I sat up suddenly, feeling uneasy.

Hai Zhu didn't say anything and just handed me the phone.

I took it over and saw that Fourth Brother only had five words in his text, but when I read it, I felt like my head was about to burst.

Fourth Brother's text message was: Something happened to Qiu Tong!

I immediately called Fourth Bro, but he rejected my call.

It seemed like it was inconvenient for Fourth Brother to answer the phone at this time.

Bro, what happened to Qiu Tong? Hai Zhu asked me in a worried tone.

I shook my head, frowning.

What can happen to her? Hai Zhu asked me again.

I didn't say anything as my mind raced on what might happen to Qiu Tong and how bad it would be.

Why is Fourth Brother's phone not working? Why did he send you a text if he couldn't get through? Hai Zhu continued to ask me.

I don't know. I sat up and dressed quickly.

Hai Zhu looked at me and said, How about I ask around for some information?

After saying that, Hai Zhu reached for his phone and was about to make a call.

Stop — I cried.

Hai Zhu stopped and looked at me.

Are you going to ask Cao Li about this? No, I said.

Hai Zhu nodded.

I told you countless times not to date Cao Li, but you just wouldn't listen. I said angrily, Don't call her about today, don't cause her any trouble.

I'm not causing trouble, I'm trying to help. If Fourth Bro doesn't answer the phone, we won't know what happened to Big Sister Qiu. So what if I ask Cao Li? Maybe she knows! Hai Zhu argued.

Don't worry about it! As I spoke, I dressed and took my cell phone directly to the living room.

Hai Zhu threw down her cell phone, glared at me, and began dressing as well. She quickly followed me out and stood in front of me, looking at me.

I didn't call Fourth Bro again. I knew he would call me when it was convenient.

Brother, what's going to happen to Sister Qiu? Hai Zhu sat beside me with a nervous and questioning look on her face.

I glanced at Hai Zhu. I knew that although Hai Zhu had some objections towards Qiu Tong in her heart, she didn't want anything to happen to Qiu Tong. In her heart, she couldn't help but treat Qiu Tong as a friend.

This made me feel somewhat gratified. However, at this moment, my heart was in a state of panic and anxiety. I couldn't contact Fourth Bro, so I didn't want to ask around until I knew what was going on.

I decided to wait for Fourth Brother to contact me. As long as it was convenient for him, he would definitely call me.

Fourth brother is the same. He sent a message and didn't explain the situation clearly, telling him to be anxious here. Hai Zhu muttered, It's so urgent. What happened? Fainted!"

I patted Hai Zhu on the shoulder to signal for her to quiet down.

At that moment, my cell phone rang. It was an unfamiliar number.

I answered, and Hai Zhu put her ear close to my ear to listen.

It was indeed fourth brother's number. He changed the call and called.

It wasn't convenient to pick up the phone just now. I changed the location and called you. Fourth Brother said.

Qiu Tong, what happened? My heart rose to my throat.

Hai Zhu involuntarily gripped my hand tightly. She was also very nervous.

CHAPTER 1602 - SOMETHING WENT WRONG

Early this morning, Qiu Tong was taken away by the anti-corruption department! Fourth Brother said.

What? Anti-corruption?

Yes.

What's going on?

I don't know the exact situation yet, but it's inconvenient for me to talk right now. It seems like someone is following me. We'll talk about it later. Fourth Brother said as he hurriedly hung up the phone.

I held the phone in a daze, Qiu Tong was taken away by the anti-corruption department, why? What had happened? Was it because of the economy?

I thought of that first.

Why did the Anti-Corruption Department take Sister Qiu away? Did something go wrong with her finances? Impossible, Big Sis Qiu can't be that kind of person." Hai Zhu looked at me and said.

I made a quick decision and stood up.

You — want to go back to Haizhou? Hai Zhu said.

What do you think? I looked at the sea bamboo.

When are you leaving? Hai Zhu also stood up.

What do you think? I continued to ask Hai Zhu.

You mean we won't be going home to see your parents? We have to go back immediately? Hai Zhu said.

I nodded.

After a moment of silence, Hai Zhu picked up the phone and called Lin Ya Ru. Ya Ru, give your brother a plane ticket back to Hai Zhou as soon as possible. He has urgent matters to attend to at the office.

I immediately started packing.

After finishing the call, Hai Zhu came to my side and said, No matter what, something happened to Qiu Tong, we should be concerned about it. Actually, even if you rush back, you won't be able to help much with this kind of thing. This is the least concern of a friend.

Hai Zhu's words seemed to console me, as well as to find a suitable reason for me to go back.

I quietly packed my bags and sat on the sofa, smoking, thinking about it again.

Hai Zhu continued, I know that if something like this were to happen to Sister Qiu, if you didn't ask, Li Shun would have caused trouble for you.

I glanced at the sea bamboo.

Of course, even without Li Shun, we should still be concerned about such things. I won't stop you when you go back. Hai Zhu added.

Hai Zhu's words moved me a little. Although Hai Zhu was noisy, when it really came to matters of the heart, she was still somewhat lenient and magnanimous.

Just then, Hai Zhu's cell phone rang. Hai Zhu picked up the phone and said to me, Ya Ru has booked a plane ticket back for you. The last seat is on the plane. There is still an hour and a half left.

I stood up and left with my luggage while Hai Zhu followed behind me. I'll take you to the airport!

Half an hour later, I arrived at the airport and quickly checked my boarding pass.

Hai Zhu followed behind me without saying anything, but her expression was a little gloomy.

Before entering the security checkpoint, I said to Hai Zhu, You can go back. I'm leaving!

Hai Zhu nodded silently.

I thought of something else. Oh right, about this matter with Qiu Tong, you don't have to worry too much, you don't have to care about anything, and you don't have to call everywhere to listen. Especially — — Don't call Cao Li and ask about this. Remember, don't call Cao Li, remember?

Yes. Got it! Hai Zhu looked at me.

You must remember my words. You must never call Cao Li to ask about this. Even if Cao Li took the initiative to call you, you must not ask about this either. No, I said.

Oh, why? Hai Zhu said.

Don't ask me the reason, just remember my words! I said urgently.

Hai Zhu looked at me, wanted to say something, but hesitated and nodded.

I know that even if Hai Zhu agreed to return, even if Hai Zhu was worried about Qiu Tong's matter, but seeing me rushing back like this caused her to feel uncomfortable in her heart. However, at this moment, she wouldn't say anything, so I didn't have the time to think about it any further.

Then I entered the security check and went straight to the gate.

Before boarding, I texted Fang Aiguo and told him the flight number to pick me up at the airport.

After the plane took off on time, I sat in the cabin and looked out the window at the blue sky. I tried to calm myself down and think about it.

I can only guess, given that I know almost nothing about the cause of the matter.

Since it was the people from the anti-corruption department who took Qiu Tong away, then of course it had something to do with the economy. And I definitely won't believe that Qiu Tong has financial problems. She definitely won't have problems in this area.

Since there was no problem, then someone must have plotted behind Qiu Tong's back to frame her.

Who would do something like that? I thought of Sun Dong Kai first, then Cao Li, then Wood, Lei Zheng, and Zhao Da Jian who was in the jail. I even thought of Cao Teng and Su Anbang.

It was possible for these people. Although they did not belong to the same interest group, they all seemed to have their reasons and possibilities for messing with Qiu Tong. Of course, their motives were different as well.

If it was Sun Dong Kai, Cao Da Li, Zhao Da Jian, Cao Tengsuan Group, then their motive for playing tricks on Qiu Tong was obvious. It was only aimed at Qiu Tong.

It would not be so simple if it was a matter of Lei Zhaogwood plotting something behind the scenes. Their target was obviously not Qiu Tong, and Wood plotting something, with the intention of targeting Li Shun. Lei Zang plotting something, other than plotting something against Li Shun, their main goal was to continuously strike Old Li.

Wood and Lei Zheng knew about the relationship between Qiu Tong and Li Shun, there must be a reason why they kept this a secret from Sun Dong Kai. Perhaps one of the reasons was because they were worried that Sun Dong Kai wouldn't dare to kill Qiu Tong after knowing about the relationship between Qiu Tong and Li Shun.

Of course, one of the reasons for this was just my guess, and only one of the reasons why Lei Zheng and Wood had been hiding Sun Dongkai for all those years, perhaps only they knew.

Based on what I know, I can only conclude that someone is framing Qiu Tong. As for who it is, I can't be sure, but I can't leave this circle.

Also, I don't know what the amount of money involved in Qiu Tong's economy is, whether it's big or small, what its nature is, whether it's corruption or bribery or something else.

Also, was Qiu Tong's accident related to the previous incident, the anonymous letter incident where Sun Dong Kai's wife came to cause trouble, and Zhao Da Jian's incident. The anonymous letter incident had just ended, Zhao Da Jian's incident had yet to be settled, and then immediately followed was Qiu Tong's incident. This did not seem to be an isolated incident, it seemed to be related to the previous incident.

I told him about the incident with the anonymous letter and flaunted to him my proud work of killing two birds with one stone. He reminded me not to be careless and not to underestimate Sun Dongkai's IQ, saying that I would take advantage of the opportunity to turn the tide and win the battle. My opponent might also take advantage of the opportunity to do something for me.

Thinking this way, he couldn't help but focus his attention back on Sun Dong Kai. He also thought about Zhao Da Jian who was in the jail. He thought about Sun Dong Kai's attitude and expression when dealing with Zhao Da Jian's problem.

But at the same time, he thought of Wood, and wondered if Wood had done it, or if Wood had done it. If he did it, what would he do next?

Thinking this way, I started to think about what I should do next. It was obviously the most important thing for me to figure out the exact reason why Qiu Tong was taken away. After that, I would be able to make plans and make plans for the next step.

At the same time, he also told Li Shun that once he found out about this, he would do something rash and impulsive. He might even bring people back to the Public Prosecutor's Office to rescue him.

I mulled over the possibilities and the next steps.

I know that what I need most right now is calm. Impulse is the devil.

Perhaps someone was watching me from the shadows, waiting for my impulse, or for Li Shun's impulse.

Calm down, calm down. I kept reminding myself, trying to calm my anxious heart.

I know that I must rescue Qiu Tong as soon as possible. I must delay her for a day, and Qiu Tong will suffer for an extra day inside.

Thinking that Qiu Tong was in danger, my heart burned with anxiety. I wanted to fly to Hai Zhou immediately, but my heart couldn't help but hurt.

It felt like the plane was flying too slowly in the sky.

When the plane finally landed in Haizhou, I quickly carried my luggage out of the airport. Fang Aiguo was waiting for me at the exit.

Go, get in the car! I said briefly.

After getting into Fang Aiguo's car, Fang Aiguo asked: Yi-ge, where are we going?

Return to the city first! No, I said.

Fang Aiguo drove straight into the city.

Do you know about Qiu Tong's matter? No, I said.

Got it, I just got it. Fang Aiguo said as he drove, Yi-ge, we are all waiting for you to come back and make a decision. Tell me, what do you need us to do now?

What do you want to do? No, I said.

We want to rescue Qiu Tong. If something like this happened to her, how are we going to explain it to the commander in chief? Fang Aiguo said.

How do you want to save her? I glanced at Fang Aiguo.

Qiu Tong was taken away by the anti-corruption department. If I can't do it, I'll take the three of them and make a move tonight. I'll directly snatch Qiu Tong out to settle the score! Fang Aiguo said, I've already told the three of them to prepare for the rescue by force!

Nonsense, stupid. Doing things without thinking.

What I'm worried about the most is that Fang Aiguo and the others will do this. If I don't rush back today, they might really use force to rescue Qiu Tong. That way, the situation would be even worse.

Then what should we do? Fang Aiguo said.

I was lost in thought and did not speak for a moment.

If we can't quickly save Qiu Tong, then we have to do one thing! Fang Aiguo said.

What is it?

We must report this to the headquarters, and wait for their instructions!

No way! I flatly deny it.

I think we must do this. If something happens to Qiu Tong, then if the delay has serious consequences, then no one can bear the responsibility. Fang Aiguo insisted.

I already said that we can't report to headquarters right now. If anything happens, I'll take responsibility. No, I said.

Vice Commander, I'm afraid this is not something you can afford to do. I must take responsibility for it, I must report this matter to the Commander. Fang Aiguo said.

You want to disobey my orders?

I don't dare. Fang Aiguo said.

Then don't say that.

CHAPTER 1603 - THREAT

However, I am responsible to the commander in chief first, and then to the deputy commander in chief. I don't want to disobey your orders, but I want to listen to the commander in chief's orders even more. This is not a small matter, if I don't report it in time, I will be dereliction of duty, I will be disloyal to the cause of the revolution, and I will be disloyal to the commander in chief. Fang Aiguo said stubbornly.

Right now, you are in Hai Zhou under my direct control. I don't deny that you are responsible for the commander in chief, but in Hai Zhou, you have to listen to my orders first. Otherwise, I can discipline you. I threatened Fang Aiguo.

Although we are under the command of the Vice Commander-in-Chief in Hai Zhou, when there are important matters, we have to report to the headquarters first. We can report directly to the headquarters as well. Although we are under the command of the Vice Commander in Hai Zhou, when there are important matters, we have to report first to the headquarters as well as the headquarters. If the Lieutenant Commander thinks I am disobeying your orders, and if the Deputy Commander wishes to impose disciplinary sanctions on me, then so do I, and I am willing to accept all the sanctions that the Deputy Commander has imposed on me. Patriotism, since following the Commander, has put its own life and death at the back of its mind, and even if the Officer wanted to shoot me, I would not resist. However, no matter how much the Vice Commander-in-Chief punishes me, I must fulfill my duty. This is also a form of discipline! " Fang Aiguo refused to back down.

I was momentarily out of options for Fang Aiguo. I took a deep breath and said, How about this, give me some time. Give me 48 hours. If I can't save Qiu Tong within two days, can you report back to headquarters?

Yes, we will obey the command of the vice commander! Fang Aiguo replied happily, letting out a light sigh of relief.

We each took half a step back and came to a compromise.

The management system that Li Shun set up often put me in a passive position. I didn't really blame Fang Aiguo. From his point of view, I understood what he was thinking.

But I also know that I can't allow him to report this to the headquarter no matter what. At least not now.

Maybe someone in the dark was hoping for such a result, and this was exactly what the opponent wanted.

I gave Fang Aiguo a helpless glare, and suddenly felt the pressure increase. It came from who was my opponent, and it came from Fang Aiguo on the other hand.

Under the double pressure, how do I deal with this matter? I thought hard.

Right, where's Yayo? I asked Fang Aiguo.

I spent last night at the commander in chief's parents' house. I took it yesterday afternoon. Fang Aiguo replied.

Thus, when Qiu Tong was taken away, I let out a breath of relief. The other person said patriotically, Take me to grandpa's house.

I'd like to see Old Li first.

When they were approaching Old Li's home, they suddenly received a call from Old Li.

Uncle Li, I'm heading towards your home! No, I said curtly.

I'm not at home! Old Li's voice came out of the phone.

Old Li is not at home, I hurriedly made a gesture to Fang Aiguo, who parked the car at the side of the road.

Something happened to A-Tong. Old Li said.

I got it. I went to find you for this. Where are you now? I'll go find you! No, I said.

I'm fishing by the sea right now, so don't come looking for me. I feel like there's someone suspicious moving around. I'm calling you while I'm fishing.

Fourth Brother sensed that someone was watching him, and there were also suspicious people around Old Li. This made me feel that things might not be as simple as I had imagined.

I asked some old acquaintances to ask about it. They got a report to take A-Tong away because of economic problems. I don't know the exact amount, but I do know that someone reported it and it seems like the evidence is solid. Old Li said.

Oh, who reported it? No, I said.

I don't know. I only know this much. The person I asked for didn't tell me more. Old Li said.

Then what are you going to do? No, I said.

The key to the problem now is that we do not know the exact amount of money involved. If we do not know the amount of money involved, we will not be able to determine the seriousness of the matter, nor do we know the nature and type of the case involved. Old Li said, But I think, no matter how things go, I have to believe in A-Tong. I believe that she must be innocent. There must be something amiss here. So, I think, I will put this old face, whether it works or not, to think of a way to save A-Tong, to clear her of her grievances. I want to go directly to the Anti-Corruption Department to look for their leader. If not, then I'll look for Lei Zheng. If not, then I'll look for Jusda.

Do you think they'll see you in your present condition? Even if they saw you, would they give you face? I asked Old Li.

Old Li was silent for a moment. Other than this, I have no other choice. I have to try!

Did you ever think that there might be someone who had already thought of what you were going to do? Someone was already waiting for you to find them? I continued, If you do this, will you not only be of no help to the resolution of the matter, but also fall into someone else's trap and be used again?

Old Li sighed, I thought of that. I knew that this was probably a huge conspiracy, a trap, but no matter what, I couldn't stand by and watch her fall. Even if I couldn't do it now, I would still try my best. You can't do this without a mother.

Uncle Li, how about this, you take it slow down and don't do anything for now, I'll think of a way. If I can't do it here, then I'll go find you. Your plan is the last resort, okay? No, I said.

What can you do? Old Li said.

Not yet, but I will try my best to think about it. I think the most important thing right now is to figure out who the culprit is. You might be under surveillance now, so don't move around, stay at home, and don't make calls too easily! No, I said.

Old Li was silent for a moment, as if he was thinking about something, and then he said, That's fine, I'll wait and see. Your aunt doesn't know about this, and neither do the f * ckers. However, they could only hide it for a while. If A-Tong was unable to come out after a long time, they would find out sooner or later. Also, Ah Shun doesn't know yet, but after a long time, he will also know. What I'm worried the most is that Ah Shun will act recklessly if he finds out."

Boss Li, we won't tell him about this temporarily. I've arranged everything! No, I said.

That's good. Let's do it like this for now. Old Li hung up.

After calling Old Li, I pondered.

Things were getting complicated. It seemed like Old Li and Fourth Brother were being watched. Old Li being watched meant that this had something to do with Ray or Wood. Fourth Brother was under surveillance, so it was hard to say. Fourth Brother was Qiu Tong's pilot, and if something happened to Qiu Tong, the pilot would often be investigated.

Wood didn't seem to know Fourth Brother's real identity. Fourth Brother had not been exposed. So, if so, the person who was monitoring Fourth Brother was the case officer, but was there a need for the case officer to monitor Fourth Brother? Wouldn't it be fine if he just called for an interrogation?

From what Old Li had just heard, it seemed to be of no value. He only knew that Qiu Tong had been reported as having financial implications, and that the amount and nature of the information were very vague and unclear.

Then, what kind of thing was this? What was the story and the truth? I sat in the car and thought hard about the possible candidates, analyzing the possibilities of the situation based on the signs I now had, and gradually clearing my mind.

Gradually, my attention focused on a few suspicious people. Gradually, I began to carve out a vague line that I thought might make sense but was still somewhat vague.

Then I remembered to see someone.

This person was Captain Ceng.

Just as I was about to ask Fang Aiguo to drive over to Team Ceng, my cell phone rang. It was Old Chestnut. He was drinking tea at the teahouse and asking me to come over.

So I had Fang Aiguo drive straight to the teahouse, down to the teahouse, and Fang Aiguo go back first. Then I went upstairs to the room where Old Chestnut always drank tea.

Old Chestnut was sitting quietly drinking his tea when he saw me come in. He pointed right at me and motioned for me to sit down.

Just returned from Mingzhou? Old Chestnut said.

Yes. I said, Qiu Tong was in trouble. I rushed back after knowing about it.

Old Chestnut nodded his head, I know about this.

How do you know?

I heard it from Little Ji.

I didn't ask old Chestnut how Xia Ji found out. As one of Qiu Tong's suitors, it wasn't surprising that he quickly found out about Qiu Tong's accident.

What are you going to do? Old Chestnut looked at me without batting an eyelid.

I — I paused, I don't know what to do now, I don't even know why Qiu Tong went in. Just now, Old Li called me, the information he provided was very limited, he only knows that Qiu Tong was reported because of financial problems. He couldn't figure out anything else, and he seemed to be being watched, so it wasn't very convenient for him to move around. Also, Qiu Tong's fourth brother seemed to be followed, so it's not convenient for him to move around."

After a moment of contemplation, he asked me, Do you believe that something will go wrong with Qiu Tong's finances?

Absolutely not. I'm sure of that. She would never have any financial problems. I understand her character. I said without question.

Old Chestnut nodded. So it seems that someone is trying to frame Qiu Tong?

I think it is. Someone seized this opportunity to falsely accuse Qiu Tong. No, I said.

So who do you think did it? Old Chestnut said.

I'm not sure about them yet, but I'm not able to get out of this circle. There will probably be Sun Dong Kai, Cao Li, and some others in the unit. There will probably be Woodruff recruiting them outside the unit. No, I said.

You suspect one of them? Old Chestnut said.

One or two, or even joint forces. Of course, it can also be one. The others took a ride, with the intention of achieving their own goals. No, I said.

Tell me about your analysis. Why do you think so? Old Chestnut said.

CHAPTER 1604 - CONSPIRACY

As I analyzed, I said, "If it wasn't for Old Li spying on me, I might have just suspected Sun Dong Kai or Cao Li. Sun Dong Kai has always regarded Qiu Tong as his opponent, and he knows that Qiu Tong has been secretly collecting evidence of his crimes, and he's always been anxious. He also knows that Qiu Tong is progressing very quickly, and will become a threat to his current position sooner or later.

Cao Li had always been envious and resentful towards Qiu Tong, jealous of her looks and improvement, and always wanted to strike back at Qiu Tong. Cao Li had always been envious and jealous of Qiu Tong, and always wanted to strike back at Qiu Tong's looks and improvement, but she always wanted to strike at Qiu Tong.

But once Old Li is followed and Fourth Brother is followed, I don't think this matter is that simple anymore. Tracking down Old Li and Fourth Brother isn't something that Sun Dong Kai and Cao Li can do, and it's also something they can't imagine.

I now suspect that it was either ordered by Sun Dongkai, or secretly manipulated by Cao Li, or jointly instigated by them, but they were using the power of Lei Zheng or Wood, and Lei Zheng and Wood were using this opportunity to implement their own intentions.

In other words, their goals were all different. Sun Dong Kai wanted to defeat Qiu Tong, destroy Qiu Tong in the future, and eradicate his opponent; Cao Li had another reason for doing so, which was to vent her uncontrollable hatred towards Qiu Tong; and Wood, who could use this matter to strike down Li Shun and solve the problem between him and Li Shun.

As for Lei Zheng, I suspect that his target was Old Li. I used this opportunity to give Old Li another heavy blow, and of course, he also had the intention of taking care of Li Shun, but his goal to take care of Old Li is still to take care of Old Li. At the moment, I suspect that one of them started it, and that the other hitchhikers are cooperating to do it. "

After hearing what I said, Old Zhong nodded his head, Your analysis is based on who can benefit the most from Qiu Tong's accident. In regards to Qiu Tong's problem, it seems like all the above people have their own interests to discuss. According to your analysis, if that's the case, then the one who started this incident should be either Sun Dong Kai or Cao Li, and Sun Dong Kai is the most suspicious. And the matter that Sun Dongkai started also coincides with other people's interests, so they actively cooperated with each other.

I nodded. That should be it.

So, where do you think Sun Dongkai or Cao Li will start this?

I said, After thinking about it, the most likely possibility is that Sun Dongkai used Zhao Da Jian this time!

Zhao Da Jian must be the one who hired the criminal to rob you, right? Old Chestnut said.

Exactly.

Continue!

"When Zhao Da Jian went in, Sun Dong Kai said that he would ask Lei Zheng to help Zhao Da Jian, and try to act as lightly as possible. Of course, he did so in the name of humanity, and in order to pacify me and stabilize me, he had even blown some wind with me. At that time, I didn't think too much about it, and didn't think too deeply about it. But based on the current situation, and thinking back to the words you warned me the other day, it seems like your prediction was correct. Sun Dong Kai is very smart, he wouldn't just seek Lei Zheng to plead for Zhao Da Jian, he really used this matter to implement some of his intentions, he really seized this rare opportunity to attack Qiu Tong. I said as I thought about it.

Old chestnut nodded, Yes. Go on.

I continued, "You can think like this, when Sun Dong Kai is trying to explain for Zhao Da Jian, he might directly or indirectly hint at Zhao Da Jian. First, he would let Lei Zheng speak to him lightly, and second, Zhao Da Jian would also have to take the initiative to do something for him.

Zhao Da Jian's main purpose of writing an anonymous letter to Sun Dong Kai's wife was to slander Qiu Tong's reputation, but he didn't expect that he would be able to take advantage of the situation and get himself into this situation. Zhao Da Jian's main purpose of writing an anonymous letter to Sun Dong Kai's wife was to slander Qiu Tong's reputation, but he didn't expect that he would get himself into this mess.

By doing so, he could, first, achieve the goal of avenging Qiu Tong and venting his personal grudges. In any case, his future was already like this, if he didn't make a move now, he wouldn't have another chance in the future. Secondly, he might be hoping to achieve a better result by reporting his achievements, and at the same time help Sun Dong Kai to try even harder to help him get rid of this matter. To him, this is equivalent to killing many birds with one stone. If he were to think of all these, it might cause him to overturn this matter. "

Old Chestnut listened to what I had to say, then picked up his cup and took a sip of tea. All you're saying now is just your own analysis and reasoning, isn't it?

Yes.

There's nothing to justify your reasoning, is there? Old Chestnut said again.

Yes, but I'll prove it soon enough.

How?

I want to look for that Zeng, the case of Zhao Da Jian! No, I said.

Find him … Old Chestnut nodded, "Mm, that's a good idea. But, you can't bring up Qiu Tong when you're looking for him, and you can't ask him about it, and you can't arouse his suspicion. Don't forget, he's Lei Zheng's subordinate, and his future is in Lei Zheng's hands.

I nodded.

Right now, you have to pretend that Qiu Tong's matter has nothing to do with you. You even have to put on an expression of schadenfreude and not let anyone see your anxiety and worry and not reveal it at all. Do you understand what I mean? Old Chestnut said.

Understood, I'll remember. I nodded again.

He continued, At this point in time, your way of handling this matter is the right one, the only way to solve it. The most important thing right now is to find out where the problem is. Only by finding the source of the problem and proving it can you think of a way to solve it.

Yes. I nodded.

Old Chestnut laughed. "Actually, like you, I don't believe that Qiu Tong has any problems with the money. I can see Qiu Tong's character, she must have been set up this time. Last time, I told you that you think you're very smart and did a brilliant job, but don't look down on your opponent.

Sun Dong Kai was able to achieve this position step by step, not because he grew up in a useless place, not because he had to rely on relationships or fawning over his superiors. He definitely had his own astuteness and shrewdness. Indeed, you see, if your analysis is correct, then he will seize this opportunity to strike out decisively. If you can seize the opportunity to counterattack, he can do it as well, and more cleverly.

There has never been a lack of such astute people in the circle. Battles have always been bloody battles, and although it seems like everything is peaceful and calm, the opponent might give you a ruthless blow at any time. This strike might be the key to killing the opponent.

I nodded. You're right, it's like this. This circle is really complicated and sinister.

Right at this moment, Xia Ji pushed open the door and entered, a look of eagerness on his face.

Xia Ji nodded at me when he saw me there, then said to Old Chestnut, Dad, what about Qiu Tong?

What are you going to do? Old Chestnut looked at Xia Ji.

I can't ignore this matter, I have to help Qiu Tong, Xia Ji said. Dad, I want to do this, so I'll send someone to look for the people above, especially Director Lei. Spend more money, and see if Qiu Tong can resolve this trivial matter.

Oh, you know Director Lei? Old Chestnut said.

I'm not familiar with him, but we've met on a few occasions. I've thought about it, I'm not going to directly step forward, but a friend of Director Lei will come forward to deliver the money, and as long as he accepts the money, I don't think there's any problem, Director Lei will definitely help out, if not, I will manage more … Xia Ji said.

You still don't know if Qiu Tong has any problems. If she has no problems, they will release her even if you don't give them the money. If she has problems, do you think they can solve them with money alone? Old Chestnut said.

Money can be a magical power, as long as I feed them, there's nothing they can't do. I think, as long as I prepare enough money, no matter if Qiu Tong is busy or not, I can always solve the problem. I don't really believe that Qiu Tong will be alright, but even if she is, it will be easy. Xia Ji said confidently.

Do you really think money works for anyone at all? Old Chestnut said.

Yes. Xia Ji nodded.

Stupid! Old Chestnut said.

Xia Ji was stunned. Dad.

I've said it before, you're a good businessman, and there's nothing wrong with managing a group. However, outside of the business world, you're still a rookie. Old Chestnut said, Little Ji, for some things, money is useless for some people, or your money can't feed their appetite, so you have to adopt different strategies to distinguish them based on the nature of the matter. I think you shouldn't worry about Qiu Tong's matter, because the more you help, the more people with ulterior motives will take advantage of you and take advantage of you.

Dad, I don't understand your words! Xia Ji said, puzzled.

If there's really something wrong with Qiu Tong this time, no one can help her. Besides, if she makes a mistake, she should be punished, but if there's nothing wrong with her, then nothing will happen to her. You have to believe that the law does not wrongly accuse good people.

Dad, you're lying to yourself, you won't wrongly accuse a good person, I don't believe you. Also, if there's really something wrong with Qiu Tong, then I should help her out, she's just confused for a moment, there's no need to pay too much of a price, and from the bottom of my heart, I won't believe there's really something wrong with her. Xia Ji said unhappily.

Like I said, you're not allowed to interfere in this matter, do you hear me?

Xia Ji looked at Old Chestnut's serious expression, then at me, then lowered her head.

Did you hear what I said? Old Chestnut repeated his words with a harsh tone.

I heard it! Xia Ji said in a low voice.

Go back to your business and stop thinking about it! Old Chestnut's tone softened.

Xia Ji stood up, looked at the old chestnut, wanted to speak but hesitated. He then sighed, and left with a worried heart.

After Xia Ji left, Old Zhong lightly shook his head.

At this moment, I suddenly thought of something. Maybe someone had already set up a trap for Xia Ji and was waiting for him to rescue them.

CHAPTER 1605 - TRAP

Old Chestnut smiled and said, You're smart enough to think of this. Actually, I have already thought of this point. Every node in this game is intertwined. I suspect that the opponent's goal isn't just what you said just now. The opponent's appetite must be really big. This is the opportunity that is often used in the shopping mall. Normal people only know how to do things according to the facts, while smart people can use a small matter to do bigger things. They can also use it to design an unfathomable trap.

Why do I feel like it's a little scary! No, I said.

Hehe, what are you afraid of? I have such a clever son like you, to be able to analyze and reason so quickly, I'm not afraid of anything at all. Old Chestnut laughed," Alright, go do what you have to do, this is also an exam, let's see how many points you can get.

As I stood up to leave, he added, Remember, Xiao Ke, when you deal with the wicked, you don't necessarily have to use proper methods.

Old Chestnut's words hinted at something. I couldn't help but laugh. I know.

I want to do such a thing, you are at ease! Old Chestnut said.

I grinned. Actually, don't worry too much about Qiu Tong. For a young person like her, experiencing a setback is also a test. People always grow up through setbacks and hardships. Only those who have faced adversity can have true talent!

Although what Old Zhong said and said makes sense, but I still feel very pained for her, and I don't want her to suffer any grievances.

I didn't say anything more and just left the teahouse. I wandered around for a long time, pondering my thoughts.

Unknowingly, it was 5 PM.

Then I called and got through.

Good day at the end of the week, Captain Ceng. No, I said.

Ha, old bro, good one at the end of the week. He once said, Why did you call me when you weren't having fun with your sister-in-law this weekend?

Hehe, how do you know I'm not here? I just came back from Mingzhou and got off the plane.

Oh, hur hur. I just returned home to visit my family. Why did you call me for some instructions?

I have nothing to do when I return home. I'm bored. I want to invite you out for a drink. Are you free?

Sure, I'll be fine this afternoon as well. Your sister-in-law took her child back to her parents' home. I'm watching TV at home. Where are you now? It was said.

In a taxi heading downtown from the airport.

Well, then, shall we meet at the seafood shop near Victory Square? Once said, That's not far from my house, I can walk there. You can enter the city through the entrance, and you'll also pass by there.

Alright, let's meet up later! I hung up and took a taxi to Victory Square.

On the way, he received a text message from Fourth Brother: You're back?

Yes, not long ago. I replied.

The people following me have disappeared. Should we meet up? Fourth Brother said.

Oh, but it's best if we don't meet, just in case.

Un, good, very strange. Someone was following me since early in the morning. I intentionally left them behind, but they have disappeared. It seems that they have deliberately retreated. Fourth Brother said.

The more it is like this, the more vigilant you have to be. It might even be a trap.

I will pay attention to this. You must also be on high alert to prevent yourself from being followed.

Actually, I've been on guard against this all day, and no one seems to be following me.

I looked back and replied to Fourth Bro, Probably not. Maybe they didn't expect me to return so quickly, but I'll be careful.

I'm wondering who arranged this?

I was actually thinking about that too.

No matter what, it's best to be careful first.

Yes, I'm busy taking the necessary steps, so I won't tell you about it. I'm going to the seafood restaurant next to the Victory Plaza and have a meal with someone.

Alright. Fourth brother replied.

Putting my phone away, I looked back once more and then directed the taxi driver into a small alley. After a few turns and making sure there was no tail behind me, I headed straight for Victory Square.

At Victory Square, I got out about a hundred meters from the seafood store and walked over, keeping an eye on my back.

At this moment, he received a call from Zeng. Bro, I'm here. You haven't arrived yet.

Hur hur, I just got off the taxi and was about to enter the restaurant. I quickened my pace as I spoke.

On the third floor. After going up the stairs, turn right and enter the second room. I ordered my own dishes and had the waiter start serving! It was said.

Alright, I'll be there shortly! I reached the door of the seafood store quickly, went in, turned around and looked out again for a moment to make sure there was no sign of suspicion, then went upstairs to my room.

He was sitting there smoking a cigarette and a waiter was serving the dishes.

Come, sit! He had seen me and greeted me warmly.

I sat down and said to the waiter, Okay, let's do it ourselves.

The waiter went out.

What is it? Drinking and chatting with me for fear of being overheard by the waiter? It's pretty confidential? Zeng chuckled.

That's not true. How could I have any secrets? I'm thinking for your sake. If you accidentally leak the secret of a case and someone hears about it, how bad would that be? I laughed.

I still have this sense of secrecy, so you don't have to worry about it. Once he offered me a cigarette and I lit it.

It's not easy to visit your family when you're back. Why not stay at home until tomorrow morning?

I'm afraid of delaying my work. With my current job, if I make a mistake, I will be taught a lesson. If the leaders can't find me now, it will be a mistake. It's not easy at all. I sighed.

That's true. Those who work in the office have to be here whenever they are called. You've done well, but you'll have to be wronged. After so many days of not seeing each other, you're going to leave soon, especially after your wedding … Speaking of sister-in-law, I feel very sorry for her. When I have the opportunity to come to Hai Zhou, I will treat you two to a meal. Apologize properly!

Bro, don't say such nice words. You've already done what you need to do. Is there any use in saying those words? Your sister-in-law won't see you, she hates you to death! " I said, half-truthfully.

This — Zeng embarrassedly smiled, Then what can I do to make up for my mistake? What can I do to forgive myself?

However, I told your sister-in-law that I beat you up. When your sister-in-law heard this, she felt relieved! I continued.

You're teasing me, kid! Zeng laughed out loud.

I laughed too.

What I just said is the truth. When sister-in-law comes to Hai Zhou, I really want to treat you two to a meal. No matter if sister-in-law will forgive me or not, I must formally apologize. Otherwise, I will always feel sorry for you. Zeng Zheng said seriously.

I appreciate your kindness. I'll tell her about it later.

There's one thing I don't understand. Why are you in Hai Zhou and your sister-in-law in Ming Zhou? Why didn't sister-in-law come to Hai Zhou to be with you?

Very easy to explain, her business is in Mingzhou, it's easy to earn money there.

That's true. The economy of the Jiang and Zhe provinces is much more developed than ours, and the standard of living is also much higher. So, money is naturally easy to earn. Your little brother is free and unfettered, doing public work here, and your sister-in-law is making a fortune in the business there. With a capable wife, it really makes one envious. "

Not at all, I'm just earning a little bit of money. I humbly raised my glass and said, Come, let's drink …

When I ran out of a bottle of white wine, I ordered another.

Zeng was slightly tipsy. Looking at me, his eyes moved slyly. Bro, I'm afraid you invited me out to drink this afternoon not just to talk nonsense. You must have something on your mind, right?

And then he looked at me.

Looking at Zeng's shrewd expression, I chuckled. What? Do you suspect me of being unkind to you? Are you suspecting that I invited you out for a drink? If that's what you think, then we don't drink anymore and leave now. "

No, no, no, that's not what I meant. Zeng hurriedly waved his hand, I was just joking with you, how could I suspect you so much? Besides, we are in different jobs and we don't have any conflicts of interest, how could I suspect that you have ulterior motives towards me? I was just casually saying it, don't think too much, brother.

What I just said was just a joke. Look at you, you're taking it seriously! No, I said.

Zeng chuckled, You little brother, I really can't see through you at times. When you were joking, I thought it was true. When you told the truth, I also thought it was a joke.

I'm actually a very simple person. I don't have that many schemes and scheming. The main reason is because you have too many schemes and think too much! No, I said.

Heh heh. In our line of work, occupational disease, used to it, don't blame Brother Ha! It was said.

I won't invite you out to drink and chat!

That's good. Look, we really can't make a deal without fighting. He raised his glass and said, Here, man, have a good weekend and one more!

One could tell that he had been drinking a little too much, but not to the point of being drunk. He was able to keep his speech, but he could clearly speak more and more.

Actually, I said that I wanted to invite you out for a drink and chat with you this afternoon. It's not a bad idea to chat with you for a while, but I actually have something on my mind as well. I said, shaking my head in a slightly tipsy way.

Zeng laughed and pointed at me. I knew that you would only look for me for drinks if you had something to do. However, you don't have to say that I know why you're looking for me.

Then what do you mean by that? I smiled at Zeng.

I don't doubt that you came to drink with me for the purpose of idle chatter, but you also have something you want to ask me. You want to know how the Zhao Da Jian case is progressing, right?

Bro is a smart person after all, I can't hide anything from you in my heart. After all, Zhao Da Jian and I have been colleagues for many years, and it would be a lie to say that you don't care about it. Of course, if it involves