"Is Colonel Bai's security clearance sufficient?" Huo Shaoheng turned on the computer and accessed the internal system.
The Huaxia Imperial Military had a total of 18 levels of security. The highest level was further divided into levels A, B, and C. Level A was the highest level within the highest level.
Bai Yueran's security clearance was C level within the highest level. Although it was the lowest level within the highest level, she had also been present at the scene of Gu Nianzhi's car accident six years ago, so she was qualified.
"Have her come to the meeting." Huo Shaoheng pressed the phone and connected to Bai Yueran's line.
Bai Yueran arrived quickly.
As soon as she entered, the door to the small conference room was closed. All sorts of anti-interference and eavesdropping equipment were activated, and the entire room became a large, airtight cocoon. Even the most sophisticated satellite couldn't detect the situation inside.
Zhao Liangze used the laptop in front of him to explain the entire incident in a concise manner.
Bai Yueran listened attentively to the briefing, and her expression gradually became serious. She looked at Huo Shaoheng. "Huo Shao, I've been against sending Gu Nianzhi abroad for a long time. I think the most important thing right now is to get her back as soon as possible."
"Get her back? How? She's already been sued. Do we have to bail her out and abscond? "Chen Lie was the first to object.
"Even if we have to bail her out and abscond." Bai Yueran's gaze was determined, and her slender fingers tapped on the conference table.
She had long, naturally wavy black hair that accentuated her charm when it was down, but most of the time, she wore it in a bun at the back of her head, which made her look much more proper.
Zhao Liangze also objected. "No. If we bail her out and abscond, Nianzhi will never see the light of day again. We can't do that. "
He, Yin Shixiong, Huo Shaoheng, and Chen Lie were the people closest to Gu Nianzhi. Emotionally, he couldn't bear to let her go.
Bai Yueran turned to look at him, her gaze somewhat disapproving. "Secretary Zhao, I know that you all have been responsible for taking care of Gu Nianzhi for so many years. Humans are not plants, so how can they be emotionless? You do feel guilty, but you must also remember that you are soldiers. Gu Nianzhi is your mission, not your family. "
Zhao Liangze wasn't looking at Bai Yueran, but he could see her expression clearly from the corner of his eye.
He tightened his grip on the mouse and averted his gaze. His eyes wandered back and forth on his computer screen, searching for a way to help Gu Nianzhi.
He was a soldier, but Gu Nianzhi wasn't just a mission. He already saw her as his own sister. He couldn't agree to Bai Yueran's words.
But he could not open his mouth to refute.
Chen Lie was speechless for a moment. He stole a glance at Huo Shaoheng and saw that he was as calm as ever. He couldn't tell how Bai Yueran's words had affected him.
As expected of Huo Shao, this unflinching general's demeanor was indeed not something an ordinary person could have.
Chen Lie's eyes darted around and he deliberately added fuel to the fire. "Colonel Bai, what do you mean by this? When did we ever treat Gu Nianzhi as family? She was the mission. Otherwise, why would Huo Shao agree to send her to the United States as bait? Huo Shao, don't you think so? "
Huo Shaoheng's expression still didn't change, but the slight twitch in the corner of his eye didn't escape Chen Lie's sharper eyes.
Chen Lie snickered inwardly and looked in Bai Yueran's direction. He spread his hands. "Now there's a problem with the mission. We must think of a way to solve this problem. Colonel Bai, is your solution to admit that our method of luring the snake out of its hole failed? "
Bai Yueran's eyes flashed. She looked at Huo Shaoheng and couldn't see anything from his handsome, impassive face.
Chen Lie, with his round face, looked like a nice guy, but his words were watertight and sharp.
Hesitation flashed in Bai Yueran's eyes. "… Of course we can't say it failed."
"So I object to Colonel Bai's suggestion. What about you? "Chen Lie looked at the people in the meeting.
The two subordinates from Bai Yueran's department shook their heads to show that they didn't agree either.
Zhao Liangze said frankly, "I agree with Chen Lie. We can't just bring Nianzhi back like this. We can't fail our mission, and Nianzhi isn't just a mission. "
Bai Yueran saw that everyone was against her suggestion and didn't insist. She looked at Huo Shaoheng. "What do you think, Mr. Huo?"
Huo Shaoheng clasped his hands and rested them on the conference table. His expression was frighteningly cold. "If there's a problem, we'll solve it. We'll respond." He then said to Bai Yueran, "Director Bai, this matter may require the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to step in. You'll be in charge of contacting the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and have them prepare." He paused before continuing, "But the Ministry of Foreign Affairs must keep this confidential. I don't want any news to get out before the final trial in the United States. If it gets out, it'll be dealt with according to military law. "
"Yes, sir!" Everyone in the small conference room immediately stood up and answered in unison.
After the meeting, Huo Shaoheng and Zhao Liangze had a video call with Yin Shixiong.
"Mr. Huo, Little Ze, what's your decision?" Yin Shixiong asked calmly. "What do you need me to do?"
Zhao Liangze passed the microphone to Huo Shaoheng.
Huo Shaoheng said in a low voice, "Find He Zhichu first and tell him about this. The US military is backing Xin Xinggao up again. Let's see how He Zhichu reacts. "
He Zhichu had even sued the US military for Gu Nianzhi's sake. Now that he had been slapped in the face, how would he feel?
"Yes, I'll call He Zhichu right away." Yin Shixiong temporarily turned off the video call and called He Zhichu.
On the other side of the video call, Zhao Liangze was sitting in front of his computer searching for information online. He asked Huo Shaoheng worriedly, "Huo Shao, are we going to the United States?"
Huo Shaoheng stared at the camera. After a while, he said, "Go and switch Big Xiong back."
"Ah?" Zhao Liangze was happy at first, but when he thought about it, Yin Shixiong was probably called back because something had gone wrong, so he couldn't bear to see it happen. "Big Xiong, he …"
"It's not Big Xiong's fault, but he's not suited to stay in the United States to take care of Nianzhi." Huo Shaoheng turned on his computer and started the satellite tracking program. "That place needs computer experts more. It's better for you to go."
Zhao Liangze understood what Huo Shaoheng was implying. He was taking responsibility for Gu Nianzhi's predicament.
As the commanding general, it was his dereliction of duty to not know the right people and appoint them properly.
But this way, Yin Shixiong wouldn't be demoted.
Zhao Liangze quickly stood up and said sincerely, "Huo Shao, don't worry. I'll go to the United States and take good care of Nianzhi. I won't let something like this happen again."
Huo Shaoheng didn't even turn his head. His attitude was very calm. "It doesn't matter what happened. If nothing happened, we would have sent her away for nothing."
"You still want to lure her family out?" Zhao Liangze was silent for a long time, but still asked, "What if, and I'm saying what if, what if she really doesn't have any family left? What if she's the last person in her family? "
Huo Shaoheng's hand paused.
It wasn't that he hadn't thought about this possibility, but to him, it was only one of the thousands of possibilities. He didn't pay too much attention to it, and he didn't answer hypothetical questions.
Zhao Liangze waited for a long time, but Huo Shaoheng didn't speak. He couldn't help but pat his head. How could he be so stupid again?
Huo Shaoheng never answered hypothetical questions. He had even forgotten this.
…
In his apartment in Boston across the ocean, Yin Shixiong called He Zhichu's number.
"Professor He, Nianzhi just received a subpoena from the court." Yin Shixiong immediately reported the matter.
He Zhichu sat alone in the greenhouse admiring the flowers. On the small rattan table beside him was a bottle of white wine of unknown age. There was also a crystal glass and an ice bucket by his feet. He poured himself a drink and watched the butterflies flutter in the greenhouse, his eyes misty and reflecting the water.
When Yin Shixiong called, he didn't want to pick up.
However, Yin Shixiong persevered and called again, and finally, he picked it up.
After listening to Yin Shixiong's call, He Zhichu rubbed his forehead and slowly stood up from the white rattan lounge chair. He didn't seem to believe what he had just heard. "Say that again? Who reported Nianzhi? "
"Xin Xinggao, or rather, the US government's prosecution. Because Xin Xinggao's injuries worsened, she was seriously injured. " Yin Shixiong read the subpoena to He Zhichu. "The court subpoena was delivered an hour ago. Nianzhi signed it herself."
He Zhichu quickly left the greenhouse and walked to the garage. "Where's Nianzhi? How is Nianzhi? "he asked with concern.
Yin Shixiong looked at the door to Gu Nianzhi's room. "She's locked herself in her room and hasn't made a sound."
He Zhichu's footsteps stopped. He turned a corner but didn't go to the garage. Instead, he returned to his mansion. He said to Yin Shixiong, "Send me a copy of the original subpoena. You can send it to my school email."
Yin Shixiong had just scanned a copy and sent it to Huo Shaoheng. It was a piece of cake for him to send a copy to He Zhichu.
He Zhichu received the subpoena and looked at the judge and the prosecution in court. He couldn't help but sneer.
Lieutenant Colonel Peter still hadn't given up.
It looked like the one million dollars from the previous settlement hadn't taught him a lesson.
He Zhichu returned to his study and sent a few emails to his subordinates at his law firm. He had them prepare for a remote video conference.
Lieutenant Colonel Peter was going to jail for daring to sue He Zhichu's student.
…
"Nianzhi, it's time for dinner." Yin Shixiong had prepared a sumptuous dinner. It was all Gu Nianzhi's favorite dishes. He knocked on her door.
Gu Nianzhi hugged the panda pillow and leaned against the door. She said loudly, "I'm not hungry. I don't want to eat."
"You silly child, why are you so angry? It's not worth it to hurt your health. "Yin Shixiong tried to persuade her." Don't worry and don't be afraid. I've already spoken to Little Ze and called Professor He. They won't sit back and do nothing. "
"Got it. Brother Xiong, I'm really not hungry. I don't want to eat. "Gu Nianzhi stood up." I'm going to shower. " She walked to the bathroom and turned on the water. She took off her clothes and lay down in the bathtub.
Her skin was as white and delicate as a baby's. Under the clear water, her body was almost translucent. People couldn't help but want to touch her.
But Gu Nianzhi's face was gloomy. She closed her eyes and lay in the bathtub. Her mind was a mess.
She was prepared to defend herself, but she still felt a chill in her heart.
They were in the dark, and she was in the light.
She didn't know how many traps they had prepared for her to jump into.
The more she thought about it, the angrier she became. She couldn't help but raise her long, fair legs in the bathtub. She hit the water with all her might and splashed it everywhere.
"Why? Why? This b * tch betrayed state secrets for her own personal gain, and now she's accusing me?! " Gu Nianzhi thought bitterly to herself. She hated herself for not beating Xin Xinggao up so hard that day. Otherwise, there wouldn't have been so much trouble!
She soaked in the bathtub for a full hour before getting up.
Wrapping a white towel around her, she walked barefoot to her bedroom.
Just as she sat down at the vanity, she heard another knock on her bedroom door.
"Nianzhi?" It was Yin Shixiong's voice again.
Gu Nianzhi couldn't be bothered with him anymore. She took out the hairdryer from under the vanity to dry her hair.
After drying her hair, she looked at her watch. It was already past 11pm.
Time had passed so quickly without her realizing it.
Gu Nianzhi braided her dried hair and let it hang behind her head. She changed into her pajamas and went to bed.
…
He Zhichu had a meeting all night and went to Gu Nianzhi's apartment early the next morning to see her.
Yin Shixiong opened the door and said gratefully to He Zhichu, "Professor He, it's great that you're here. Please help me talk to Nianzhi. She locked herself in her room after receiving the subpoena yesterday and still refuses to come out." He then added, "She hasn't eaten anything since yesterday."
He Zhichu looked at Yin Shixiong coldly, his cold gaze carrying an invisible pressure.
Yin Shixiong froze and quickly showed the proper cowardice. Actually, he was secretly wondering how Professor He could have such a strong aura?
To be his student and client, this kind of professor and lawyer had to be very brave …
"Nianzhi, come out." He Zhichu knocked on Gu Nianzhi's door.
Gu Nianzhi was still asleep. She hugged a pillow and lay facing inwards. Her brows were tightly furrowed and her breathing was erratic. Her pulse was also beating faster than usual.
If Chen Lie was here, he would conclude that Gu Nianzhi was on the verge of an emotional breakdown again.
When she was first rescued by Huo Shaoheng, she was sent to Chen Lie's place.
Her hysterical outbursts couldn't be soothed by any medication. Later, when Huo Shaoheng appeared again, she threw herself at his leg and refused to let go. He could only hold her and accompany her for the entire night before she finally calmed down.
"It's too early. She's probably still sleeping." Yin Shixiong set out breakfast. "Has Professor He had breakfast?"
He Zhichu looked back. "Do you have red wine?
Drinking red wine so early in the morning?
Yin Shixiong shook his head, dumbfounded. "No … But I can buy it …"
"No need." He Zhichu turned around and sat on the sofa beside Gu Nianzhi's door. "I'll wait for her here."
He waited the entire day. Gu Nianzhi refused to open the door no matter how hard he tried to persuade her.
The displeasure on He Zhichu's face became more and more obvious.
If Yin Shixiong hadn't been there, He Zhichu would have kicked her in.
Yin Shixiong saw that the situation wasn't looking good. He returned to his room and secretly called Zhao Liangze. "Nianzhi locked herself in her room for a day and a night. What should we do? She won't come out. "
Zhao Liangze laughed. "Do you have a dick? Can't you just open it?"
"No, He Zhichu is here. He's been trying to persuade her all day. How can I take out my dick in front of him …" Yin Shixiong's voice was especially low.
Zhao Liangze froze. He turned to Huo Shaoheng, who was sitting across from him. "Huo Shao, He Zhichu has been trying to persuade Nianzhi in her apartment, but she won't come out. Big Xiong is getting anxious."
Huo Shaoheng pursed his lips. He crossed his arms and thought about it. He turned to leave without a word.
Returning to his room, Huo Shaoheng looked at his phone for a while before finally dialing Gu Nianzhi's number.
He hadn't used this number in a long time.
Gu Nianzhi hugged her legs as she sat on the bay window sill. She heard her phone ring again.
She didn't want to pick it up, but when she heard the long-awaited ringtone, Gu Nianzhi almost jumped off the window sill. She stumbled to the bed and picked up her phone.
It was Uncle Huo!
She had waited so long!
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