Xiao Zheng took a sip of coffee and calmly lit a cigarette. He said in a low voice, "I don't know why your bureau invited me over for a talk. But I am a legal citizen. Regardless of whether your reason is reasonable or not, I will definitely cooperate. "
After a pause, Xiao Zheng said meaningfully, "As for whether Director Zhang is satisfied with your leader's arrangement, to be honest, I am definitely not satisfied."
He said that he would cooperate, but in his heart, he was definitely not satisfied. His words were watertight. It was not only a statement, but also a hint to Director Zhang that if he had anything to say, he could say it to him. After all, they were all in the same boat.
Of course, whether the two of them were really in the same boat remained to be seen. At least, it would be up to Director Zhang to say something valuable.
Chief Zhang understood Xiao Zheng's unspoken words and smiled. He also picked up his coffee and took a sip. Then, he slowly said, "It's simple. The reason why Chief Zhang invited Boss Xiao here is to investigate the bomb case. On the other hand, everyone was well aware of who was behind the bomb and what was the conspiracy behind it. How could he blame it on Boss Xiao? "
Xiao Zheng smiled faintly and did not reply. He was still waiting for Director Zhang to continue.
"In the end, the director was also entrusted by someone to use this matter to put Boss Xiao under pressure —"
Speaking of this, Xiao Zheng had a bright smile on his face. He looked around and said, "There are no surveillance cameras here?"
His meaning was obvious. You're quite bold, Director Zhang. How dare you tell me about such a sensitive topic in public, and in your police station too? Aren't you afraid that the leader won't let you go?
Director Zhang immediately said, "Boss Xiao, you might not know, but I have no chance of promotion here!"
These words were a declaration of surrender!
Yes.
This was definitely surrendering. And he was telling Xiao Zheng about an extremely sensitive topic. Director Zhang was determined to be on the same boat as him. As for whether the boat would capsize, it would depend on the helmsman.
But as the deputy director of the National Security Bureau, no matter whether he had real power or not. They were all vice-ministerial-level big shots. Even in Sijiu City, there were high-ranking officials everywhere. He was definitely a big shot whose words carried enormous weight.
What about Xiao Zheng?
Even if the halo of the Long Formation Major General was taken into account, in terms of political future, it would definitely be much lower than the Deputy Minister. Why would Bureau Chief Zhang find trouble with me?
When Yu Fei first met Xiao Zheng, Xiao Zheng's status was too low. He was only a divisional cadre. Moreover, it was not taken seriously. Xiao Zheng had the power and connections to help him arrange the road to promotion. But when it came to Director Zhang, Xiao Zheng really didn't have the power to help him run things.
After spitting out a mouthful of smoke, Xiao Zheng looked at Director Zhang with a serious expression. "Director, I'm afraid I'll let you down."
Hearing this, Chief Zhang immediately said, "Boss Xiao, you're exaggerating. I'm just looking for a light. Please don't feel any pressure. "
The meaning behind these words was rather clear.
Xiao Zheng himself indeed couldn't bring much help to Director Zhang. But the political resources behind Xiao Zheng were something that Director Zhang coveted very much.
Yu Fei's successful career had long been noticed by many people with ulterior motives.
Although Yu Fei was talented and capable, there were many people who were more talented than him. Why was he the only one who could jump up like a rocket? Why couldn't others?
People noticed the big shot behind Xiao Zheng.
This person wasn't Minister Jin, Yu Fei's immediate superior. It was Xiao Zheng. A truly powerful person with huge political resources.
Minister Jin did have a high position and power, but he had reached the end of the deputy national level. And he was still more than one step away from the top of the pyramid. But looking at the people behind Xiao Zheng. Just the Hu family alone was enough to tempt Director Zhang.
Not to mention, there was also Elder Yang's group of founding heroes.
It was true that Xiao Zheng might not have much direct contact with Elder Yang. But the outside world was also very clear that Elder Yang would definitely stand up to support Xiao Zheng at certain special times.
This was the foundation. It was the energy that people wanted to have but couldn't.
Xiao Zheng had it, so there were bound to be people pouncing on him.
A powerful person who could plunder political resources from the Yuchi family and get better and better. Who couldn't figure out the mystery of this?
The reason why Director Zhang personally accompanied him was actually because he wanted to take the opportunity to build a relationship with Xiao Zheng, and even took the initiative to put a clearer label on his head.
Gambling?
He was gambling.
When his political future was completely hopeless, Director Zhang, who still had a strong desire for progress, bet all his assets on Xiao Zheng. He hoped to gamble for a better tomorrow.
Xiao Zheng put out his cigarette and put down the coffee in his hand. He stared straight at Director Zhang and said, "In your opinion, am I in big trouble this time?"
"Not small." Director Zhang also said very straightforwardly. "At least according to the information I know, this time someone wants to drag you down. They even want to throw you into prison. "
When Xiao Zheng heard this, he couldn't help but slightly narrow his eyes. He thought to himself, "It seems that the Yuchi family still can't forget what happened in the past. Pulling a tooth from the tiger's mouth, they must make me spit it all out to be satisfied. "
After a pause, Xiao Zheng lit a second cigarette. "Then do you think I can get away?"
"Of course." Director Zhang smiled. "If Boss Xiao can't even solve this little trouble. I'm afraid it will be difficult for you to get to where you are today, right? "
This was Director Zhang's trust in Xiao Zheng. He also knew very well that although the trouble this time was tricky, it was also full of loopholes. Xiao Zheng had many reasons to explain this matter. Whether the higher-ups believed it or not, there must be people who believed it.
The Hu family would believe it.
Minister Jin would believe it.
There were big shots in each department who believed that even if the Yuchi family was a one-man rule, it would be impossible to provoke public anger, right?
In the end, it was all a matter of face. If they couldn't suppress Xiao Zheng to death, then they must let go. If it became big, it wouldn't be good for anyone.
Xiao Zheng took a drag of the cigarette and said slowly, "I didn't take this matter to heart from the beginning. I came here, first, to cooperate with your department. Second. I also want to see how this matter will develop in the end. "
After a slight pause, he continued, "Oh, right. I've long admired the National Security Agency. This time, I'm here to pay my respects. I want to get to know the leaders. "
What he said was quite a bit ruffian. But it was very to Director Zhang's liking. This middle-aged man, who was over fifty years old but maintained himself very well, smiled slightly. A touch of appreciation flashed across his gentle face. "If Boss Xiao has such a mentality, then I don't need to say more. Don't worry, when necessary, I will definitely stand up to support Boss Xiao. "
"Then I'll have to trouble you." Xiao Zheng took the initiative to stand up and shake hands with him.
The latter's reaction was also very fast, not letting Xiao Zheng wait even for a second.
Click.
At this moment, the door was suddenly pushed open.
A man about fifty-five years old walked in. His face was gloomy. After seeing the scene in the room, his narrow eyes involuntarily flashed with coldness.
But Director Zhang, as if he didn't see it, very casually let go. He turned around and said, "Director, you and Boss Xiao have a chat, I'll go out first."
He didn't even give a proper greeting. It could be seen that the relationship between the two had long been like fire and water.
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