Liu Jianchuan, Zeng Qifa, and the rest were shocked. There was no other reason than the fact that Duan Guorong was the secretary of the Provincial Party Committee of Dong Jiang Province. The fact that Zhang Guozhong had called Duan Guorong's name so casually and even said that he was going to transfer people from the Ministry of Public Security to handle the case shocked Liu Jianchuan and the other city level officials.
Zhang Guozhong did as he said. He picked up his phone and called Duan Guorong. For people like Liu Jianchuan, calling the secretary of the Provincial Party Committee so casually was something unthinkable. But in Zhang Guozhong's eyes, this was nothing more than a trivial matter.
Sweeping his gaze across the faces of Liu Jianchuan and the rest, Zhang Guozhong's heart was as clear as a mirror. These people were staring at him now, trying to see if he was bluffing or not. Zhang Guozhong's reason for making this call was not to flaunt his power but to demand an explanation. Chen Xing was the son-in-law of the Zhang family, and now he was shot in Dong Jiang Province for no reason. So, Duan Guorong, as a high-ranking military official, what was he going to say?
Young man, pass the phone to Duan Guorong. Tell him it's me, Zhang Guozhong. The call was connected. Zhang Guozhong knew that it was Duan Guorong's secretary, so he went straight to the point.
There was a rush of footsteps. On the other end of the phone, Duan Guorong's secretary didn't dare to slack off for daring to call him a young man and his leader Duan Guorong's name. He quickly handed the phone to Duan Guorong.
Secretary Guorong? It's me, Zhang Guozhong. A dry cough came from the other end of the phone. Zhang Guozhong knew that Duan Guorong had picked up the call. He introduced himself again. His tone was calm, and he did not try to show anything. Duan Guorong was not an official of the Zhang family, and Zhang Guozhong did not call to pressure the other party. He just wanted to show his attitude.
So it was Brother Guozhong. Hmm, what's the matter? Duan Guorong was very polite. He was a few years younger than Zhang Guozhong. He had just turned 55 this year. Among the secretaries of the Provincial Party Committee, he was considered young. In two years' time, Duan Guorong also had the ambition to move up the ranks. He was the target of the faction's support.
"Secretary Guo Rong, have you heard about the shooting that happened in Eastern State City? Zhang Guozhong's expression was stern.
I know that the one who was injured was Deputy Director Chen of the Ministry of Education. A national official was shot in public. This case is very serious, and our Provincial Party Committee also takes it very seriously. Duan Guorong responded to Zhang Guozhong's words. His words were also official. He wondered why Zhang Guozhong was worried about this matter. Just as he was thinking about it, Duan Guorong suddenly froze.
During the Spring Festival, the daughter of the Zhang family had just gotten married. Although the Zhang family had arranged the wedding in a low-key manner and did not invite any officials, this did not prevent Duan Guorong from knowing about the news. However, Duan Guorong only knew about it. After all, he was not an official in the Zhang family's faction, so there was no need for him to pay too much attention to the Zhang family's affairs. He only heard that the daughter of the Zhang family was married to a young official in the Ministry of Education, so Duan Guorong did not probe further. Now that Zhang Guozhong asked him about it, Duan Guorong could not help but curse. What the f * ck, it can't be such a coincidence, right?
Hmm, the one who was shot was my niece's husband. I just arrived at Dong Zhou City Hospital, and the officials from the city are there as well. I asked them when they could solve the case, but they could not give me an answer. I had no choice but to give Secretary Guorong a call. This is such a big case, and they don't even have the time to solve it? At this point, Zhang Guozhong's tone was calm, but there was a hint of interrogative tone. He was not a politician, but his back was definitely firmer than Duan Guorong's. He was not afraid to make his words sound harsher, but since Duan Guorong had not said anything, there was no need for him to do so.
My brother is in Dong Zhou City Hospital? Okay, I'll go over now. Let's talk when we meet. Duan Guorong put down the phone, picked up his coat, and walked out. He felt like he was being played. It was rare to encounter a case of a leading official being shot, but it happened on his turf. The deputy director who was shot was also the son-in-law of the Zhang family. What were the chances of this happening? And it happened to all of them.
Zhang Guozhong's phone call fell into the eyes of everyone present, and they were all dumbfounded. Liu Jianchuan was willing to believe that Zhang Guozhong was not bluffing at the beginning, but there was no need for him to be so aggressive. He actually dared to talk to the secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Duan Guorong?
Among the people present, Qin Jianhui looked at Zhang Guozhong curiously, trying to guess the identity of this old man. Most of them had the same idea as him. As for Principal Wu Gubo, he stood on the side, expressionless. But if you looked closely, you could see that Wu Gubo's eyes were glancing back and forth between Chen Xing and Zhang Guozhong. There was a thought-provoking look in the depths of his eyes. Only he knew what he was thinking.
The secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Duan Guorong, was coming, so Liu Jianchuan and the others could not leave. Other than making a phone call to report to the secretary of the Municipal Party Committee, Luo Weizheng, Liu Jianchuan and the others stood aside obediently and waited.
Secretary Qin, where is the female student who sent me to the hospital? Chen Xing suddenly raised his head and looked at Qin Jianhui.
That … that female student is still outside. Qin Jianhui was stunned for a moment, but he quickly reacted and regretted it. If he had known, he would have asked Jiang Dongjin to bring the female student back to the school first.
Director Lin, that female student saved my life today. You have to thank her for me. Chen Xing turned to look at Lin Yupei and blinked his eyes. He believed that Lin Yupei would understand what he meant. The female student must be protected.
Sure enough, Lin Yupei was stunned for a moment, but she quickly understood. She nodded at Chen Xing and walked out. As long as the female student was under her watch, nothing would happen to her. Chen Xing must be worried that the people from Eastern University would harm the female student.
The conversation between Chen Xing and Qin Jianhui was just a small interlude. Principal Wu Gubo, who had been standing quietly on the side, went outside to answer the phone. No one paid attention to him. Everyone standing in the ward could be regarded as a leader. It was normal that Principal Wu Gubo did not attract any attention.
Walking to a deserted part of the corridor, Wu Gubo looked back and saw no one. Only then did he pick up the phone. Is that you?
It's me. I've done as you ordered. I hope you won't regret it. The woman on the other end of the phone laughed. Heh, it's too late to regret now. What has happened has already happened.
I've never regretted what I've decided. Where are you now? Do you need my help to leave Eastern State? The impact of this incident is greater than I imagined. Chen Xing's background is very scary. I'm afraid it will cause a big storm this time. Wu Gubo said calmly. Underneath his calm expression was a suppressed excitement.
The person who was shot was a deputy department leader. It would be strange if the impact was small. The woman sneered. Is it worth it to take down Qin Jianhui? Not to mention the student who died in the car accident yesterday, today another deputy department leader bled because of this. You might even get yourself into trouble.
As long as a revolution is successful, there will always be bloodshed. I have no choice but to do this. Chen Xing was injured, but I firmly believe that the blood he shed is enough to seek justice for the students who jumped off the building. It is enough to restore the sacred land of Eastern University to its former glory. It will not be tainted by evil people. His blood is worth it. Wu Gubo's eyes shone. No one could tell that a university principal had such means and courage.
Heh, don't tell me you're also eyeing the position of the Party Secretary? The woman smiled. No matter what your purpose is, I hope you get what you want. I'm calling you today to tell you that I'll be disappearing for a long time. I'll leave my sister in your care. We're even.
Now every entrance and exit of Eastern City is guarded by the Public Security Bureau and armed police. Can you leave? Wu Gubo frowned. If you don't mind, you can come to my place. My wife passed away many years ago. Usually, I live alone. The first floor is where I receive guests. You can live on the second floor. As long as it's a little hidden, no one will find out. Also, no one will find out where I live. I think my place is a very safe place.
Thank you for your kindness, but I have other things to do. I won't trouble you. As for the police, if I can be caught by them, then I won't have the guts to take care of your business. The woman sneered.
Alright then.
Up to you. I wish you all the best. Wu Gubo said sincerely.
Yes, we will meet again. See you again. The woman giggled and hung up the phone in a burst of crisp laughter.
Wu Gubo held the phone in a daze. Thinking back carefully, he thought he understood the woman better. In fact, he was just deceiving himself. How could such a woman be an ordinary prostitute? Wu Gubo fell into deep thought.
Wu Gubo returned to the ward. He did not attract the attention of others as he went out to take a call. Inside the ward, most people's attention was on Zhang Guozhong and Chen Xing. At this time, even the leaders of the Eastern State Municipal Party Committee and the Municipal Government did not dare to underestimate Chen Xing, who was just a deputy director of a ministry. They were even more curious about Zhang Guozhong's identity.
The secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Duan Guorong, soon arrived. Accompanying him were the deputy secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Qin Jiande, the secretary-general of the Provincial Party Committee, Zhao Gang, and Duan Guorong's secretary. The arrival of Duan Guorong and his entourage had undoubtedly alerted the local leaders of Eastern State. Without needing the notification from the Provincial Party Committee, the secretary of the Municipal Party Committee, Luo Weizheng, and the mayor, Qu Shaolei, had already been notified by Liu Jianchuan and Zeng Fan Development in advance. The two of them arrived at the hospital earlier than Duan Guorong and his entourage. When Duan Guorong and his entourage arrived, Luo Weizheng, Qu Shaolei, and the main leaders of the Eastern State Municipal Party Committee and the Municipal Government were already waiting at the entrance of the hospital. Liu Jianchuan, Zeng Fan Development, and the rest followed them down the stairs.
The group of people walked up the stairs again. Today was undoubtedly a lively day for the First Hospital of Dongzhou City because too many leaders had come. First, it was the city leaders, followed by the provincial leaders, and the hospital leaders were also tossing and turning.
When Duan Guorong and his entourage arrived, the small ward could not accommodate so many people. Lin Yupei and the three people from the Ministry had all gone outside the ward. Lin Yupei was still responsible for taking care of the little girl, so it was meaningless for her to stay in the ward. As for Liu Jianchuan, Zeng Fan Development, the director of the Public Security Bureau, Niu Xingping, and other department level cadres, they could only stand at the door. Inside the room were Duan Guorong and several provincial leaders, Luo Weizheng and Qu Shaolei, the two leaders of the Municipal Party Committee and the Municipal Government. The secretary of the Eastern University Party Committee and the principal, Wu Gubo, were also fortunate to be standing inside. Because Chen Xing came to Eastern University on business, the two of them stayed inside. If Duan Guorong had any questions, there would be someone to answer them.
As soon as Duan Guorong came in, he saw Zhang Guozhong sitting arrogantly. Zhang Guozhong just nodded at Duan Guorong and had no intention of standing up. Duan Guorong also pretended not to see him and nodded to Zhang Guozhong in greeting. Duan Guorong did not call Zhang Guozhong brother out of respect like he did on the phone.
At this moment, Duan Guorong undoubtedly wanted to maintain his dignified image as the secretary of the Provincial Party Committee. In addition, he was not a member of the Zhang family, so it was normal for the two of them to have a lukewarm attitude when they met. But no matter what, Duan Guorong rushed over after receiving the call. His attitude could not be more proper. This was a signal of goodwill from Duan Guorong to Zhang Guozhong.
Liu Jianchuan, Zeng Fan Development, and the others, who were standing at the door and looking into the ward, were already stunned. Duan Guorong went in, but Zhang Guozhong was still sitting there calmly. Who on earth was this Zhang Guozhong?
How was Director Chen's injury? Duan Guorong asked aloud.
Fortunately, the rescue was timely and did not cause too much damage. He would recover after a few days of recuperation. The hospital director stood up in time to answer.
Duan Guorong listened to the director's words and nodded. His eyes faintly swept over Zhang Guozhong. In fact, Duan Guorong felt quite uncomfortable in his heart. For a person like Zhang Guozhong, he could only worship him like a Bodhisattva. He could never offend him. Duan Guorong came over so quickly because he wanted to express his attitude to Zhang Guozhong. For such a vicious shooting case, he would naturally not tolerate it, even if the two sides had different positions.
Director Chen should rest well. This terrible shooting case happened in the provincial capital, and the negative impact it caused was immeasurable. The Provincial Party Committee would urge the public security organ to solve the case and arrest the criminal as soon as possible. Duan Guorong said to Chen Xing, who was lying on the bed. These words were for both Chen Xing and Zhang Guozhong. Duan Guorong was actually very depressed. This was the first time that Chen Xing came to Eastern City. Damn it, he was shot the first time he came. What's more, he was the son-in-law of the Zhang family. This kind of incident that only happened once in ten thousand years had forced him, the secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, to express his stance to the Zhang family. Duan Guorong really felt very f * cked up. Things that should not be coincidental had all happened.
Secretary Guorong, the public security organ will only be motivated when there is pressure. I think you better set a date to solve the case, or else who knows how long it will take. Zhang Guozhong spoke calmly. He was polite to Duan Guorong. After all, he was the secretary of the Provincial Party Committee. He was not as overbearing as he was to Liu Jianchuan and the others.
Comrade Weizheng, has the city come up with a specific response? Duan Guorong remained calm and did not answer Zhang Guozhong's question directly. Instead, he brought up the secretary of the Eastern City Municipal Party Committee, Luo Weizheng.
After the shooting case, the Municipal Party Committee and the Municipal Government had placed great importance on it and ordered the Municipal Public Security Bureau to investigate the case. Luo Weizheng stood out. His eyes darted around as he looked at Duan Guorong and Zhang Guozhong. Luo Weizheng was also a slippery person. He thought to himself, I can't afford to offend you, but I can't hide from you. Director Niu, come out and tell everyone the detailed deployment of the Municipal Public Security Bureau.
Niu Xingping was standing at the door. When he heard Luo Weizheng call out to him, his nerves tightened. He braced himself and walked out. Just now, Zhang Guozhong's rebuttal to the Municipal Public Security Bureau was very harsh.
Now, all the available police forces have been deployed. After coordinating with the armed police, the armed police has also sent out a large number of people to support. Currently, all the entrances and exits of the city are under our control. I believe the criminals are still hiding in the city. Niu Xingping said with a straight face. With so many big leaders present, he could not relax even if he wanted to, especially Zhang Guozhong. Niu Xingping carefully observed Zhang Guozhong's expression as he spoke. Currently, other than Duan Guorong, no one else knew who this old man was. But no matter what his identity was, no one could deny that this old man was very important. Look at Duan Guorong, he was still standing, and Zhang Guozhong was still sitting there with a clear conscience.
Niu Xingping was afraid that Zhang Guozhong would be as merciless as before. Zhang Guozhong really spoke. He waved his hand disapprovingly. I'm not here to listen to you talk about how you plan to solve the case. I just want to know when you can solve the case. Do you have a date?
Niu Xingping's face turned red. He glanced at Luo Weizheng and then at Duan Guorong. Both of them were also looking at him with burning eyes. Niu Xingping really wanted to cry but had no tears. These leaders had completely pushed him out as a shield. If he did not promise a date, the old man in front of him would obviously not give up. But if he promised to solve the case in a few days, if he could not solve the case by then, he might be hit by the stick. Since the leaders like Duan Guorong and Luo Weizheng did not say anything, they naturally did not want to put themselves in a passive position.
Who the hell is this old man? Niu Xingping really could not bear it anymore. He gritted his teeth and was about to say a date to solve the case. Suddenly, there was a commotion behind the door. A female nurse stood at the door. Seeing so many leaders inside, the nurse did not dare to enter without permission. She just knocked on the door, which immediately attracted the attention of the people in the ward. Liu Jianchuan, who was at the door, immediately asked what was going on. The nurse said that someone brought a letter and wanted to give it to Chen Xing.
Liu Jianchuan took the letter. At this time, he also had the opportunity to walk a little further in and hand the letter to Chen Xing who was lying on the bed.
I don't know many people in Dongzhou City, but someone actually sent me a letter. This is really rare. Chen Xing took the letter and shook his head with a smile. Seeing that everyone was looking at him, Chen Xing opened the envelope in front of everyone. There was only a thin piece of paper inside.
Chen Xing pulled it out and looked at it. His expression changed slightly. He handed the letter to Zhang Guozhong, who was at the side, with an ugly expression.
Who is Qin Shouzheng? Zhang Guozhong looked at the letter, and his face immediately darkened. His eyes were fierce.
Huh? Duan Guorong looked at Zhang Guozhong in confusion, and then looked at the people around him. What the hell is going on? Why did a name suddenly pop up?
Almost as soon as Zhang Guozhong asked this question, the Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Qin Jiande, and the Secretary of the Eastern University Party Committee, Qin Jianhui, both had a change in expression. They exchanged glances with each other. Qin Jianhui stood still. This time, he would definitely not take the initiative to stand up. Who knew what was going on?
Secretary Qin, isn't your son called Qin Shouzheng? Qin Jianhui wanted to hide, but Chen Xing directly called out his name.
My son is also called Shouzheng, but I'm not sure if the Shouzheng we're talking about is the same person as my son. Qin Jianhui took a step forward with a natural smile on his face, but his palms were slightly sweaty. He thought to himself that the brat wouldn't have gotten himself into a big mess again, right? But it shouldn't be related to today's shooting.
Duan Guorong looked at Qin Jianhui suspiciously, then glanced at Qin Jiande beside him. He knew the relationship between the two, and now he was even more curious about what was going on. He stared at the letter in Zhang Guozhong's hand. The source of all this was on this letter.
Zhang Guozhong glanced at Duan Guorong and handed over the letter in his hand. Secretary Guorong, I wonder if you can dispel my doubts?
Your son is called Qin Shouzheng? Then where is your son now? Call him over. Duan Guorong glanced at one side of the letter, and his expression changed.
Qin Jiande was very close to Duan Guorong. When the corner of his eyes glanced at the contents of the letter, Qin Jiande's eyes almost popped out, full of disbelief.
He... he. For a moment, Qin Jianhui didn't know how to answer. The key was that he didn't know what was going on. He looked at Qin Jiande, and Qin Jianhui wanted to get some hints.
Comrade Jiande, it seems that Qin Shouzheng is your nephew? Duan Guorong turned his gaze to Qin Jiande.
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