The floor was damp and the corridor was dark. It was only after the lights were turned on that one could feel a trace of light. The old ceiling fan above his head made creaking noises. Standing in such an environment, Chen Xing felt very uncomfortable. Living in such an environment was torture. However, prisoners could only live in such an environment. According to Zhao Jiayu, Xing Tiande was given special treatment. At least he was living in a small room. Although there was nothing else in the room other than a wooden board used as a bed, Xing Tiande's conditions were considered good compared to other places that looked like a pigsty.
Of course, prisoners had to suffer in prison. If life in prison was comfortable, then there would be people who couldn't live outside fighting to commit crimes to enjoy life in prison. Other than losing freedom, why not live a comfortable life in prison? Therefore, the prison couldn't be made comfortable. Other than ensuring basic living conditions, the more difficult the better. Those who had been in prison would not dare to commit crimes again. Zhao Jiayu said to Chen Xing with a smile. To put it bluntly, the life of a prisoner in prison was no better than that of an animal.
Chen Xing nodded. It was already 11 pm. After Chen Xing and Yang Zhen chatted for a while, they decided to go to the prison to see Xing Tiande. Accompanied by Yang Zhen, Zhao Jiayu followed Chen Xing and Yang Zhen and stood at the door for a while. Finally, under Yang Zhen's gaze, he left. Chen Xing and Yang Zhen obviously didn't want him there, so Zhao Jiayu left.
When he left, he looked back from time to time. Yang Zhen had just come in the evening. Putting aside the fact that Yang Zhen had never set foot here to see Xing Tiande, it was almost midnight. Zhao Jiayu had heard of the name of the First Secretary of the Hai City Municipal Party Committee after Xing Tiande. This was mainly because Chen Xing had risen too quickly from being Zhou Mingfang's secretary. Now, he was already a deputy department official and could stand side by side with the municipal leaders. This was a story that people loved to talk about. Although Zhao Jiayu was in the judicial system and dealt with criminals all year round, it didn't mean that he didn't understand Chen Xing.
They had both been Zhou Mingfang's secretaries. One had been promoted step by step and had a successful career, while the other had been reduced to a prisoner. They really had different fates. Zhao Jiayu muttered in his heart. He didn't have the slightest bit of sympathy for Xing Tiande, but he was a little envious of Chen Xing. Being in the system, he knew how difficult it was to climb up. For someone like him, he would probably only be dealing with criminals until he retired.
After Zhao Jiayu left, Xing Tiande glanced at Yang Zhen indifferently before turning to Chen Xing. Brother Chen Xing, can I have a private chat with you?
Heh, you really know how to call me that. Yang Zhen's face was full of mockery. Xing Tiande had called Chen Xing brother so smoothly and even asked him to leave. Yang Zhen couldn't help but feel a little angry. If it weren't for Chen Xing beside him, Yang Zhen would have exploded.
Director Yang, why don't you take a walk outside? I want to have a private chat with him. Chen Xing turned to Yang Zhen. Since they were already in prison, there was no harm in having a private chat with Xing Tiande. He wanted to see what Xing Tiande had to say.
When Yang Zhen heard this, he glared at Xing Tiande angrily. He had no intention of brushing off Chen Xing and walked outside. Only Chen Xing and Xing Tiande were left in the small room. Chen Xing retracted his gaze from Xing Tiande. Speak. What do you want to say? You can only say it after Yang Zhen leaves.
I haven't seen him for a few years, and Brother Chen Xing is already a deputy director of a ministry. How enviable. Thinking back, we used to be Secretary Zhou's secretaries together. When I was enjoying my glory in the Municipal Party Committee, Brother Chen Xing was still in the Political Research Office. I didn't expect things to change with the passage of time. One of us is wearing a prisoner's uniform, and the other is sitting in a high position. Xing Tiande stared at Chen Xing and said slowly. Unwillingness, jealousy, envy, resentment … All sorts of emotions appeared on Xing Tiande's face.
At this moment, Xing Tiande's complicated feelings could only be understood by himself. All of this should have belonged to him, but Chen Xing snatched it away. Xing Tiande was full of resentment. No matter what the truth was, this was how he felt. If his position as secretary hadn't been replaced by Chen Xing, he would be the one enjoying the glory now, not Chen Xing. Perhaps he would also be a deputy director now.
You already know that it's all in the past. What's the point of saying all this now? Chen Xing frowned. Chen Xing was displeased that Xing Tiande kept calling him Brother Chen Xing. Moreover, Zhou Mingfang was only one of the factors that contributed to his current achievements. When he was transferred to a ministry, it had almost nothing to do with Zhou Mingfang. From Xing Tiande's tone, it seemed that he was able to reach this point because of Zhou Mingfang's guidance. Chen Xing couldn't be bothered to explain.
How is it meaningless? If it wasn't for your appearance, would Secretary Zhou even have the idea of changing his secretary? If I wasn't no longer Secretary Zhou's secretary, even if there was something wrong with me, who would dare to investigate me? Hmph, you have to look at the owner before beating a dog. Even if the people from the Commission for Discipline Inspection had two guts, they wouldn't dare investigate me. Xing Tiande growled. It's all because of you. It's all because of your appearance. You stole my position and my future, causing me to become a prisoner step by step.
So this is the reason why you framed me? Do you think it's justifiable for you to do such a despicable thing? Fortunately, Secretary Zhou wasn't affected. Otherwise, you would have gotten what you wanted. Chen Xing sneered. You pushed all your mistakes to others. It seems like you haven't repented after spending almost three years in prison. In my opinion, the court's sentence of eight years is already considered light. It's already a pity that you didn't get ten or twenty years.
Framed? Xing Tiande was slightly taken aback, but then he laughed. That's right, I framed you. The only thing I hate is that I didn't let the newspapers publish your full face. They only gave you a small close-up of your side profile so that people couldn't recognize you immediately. It was my mistake not to let you become famous the next day. I was still too soft-hearted. If I had been more ruthless back then, perhaps things would be completely different now. You should actually thank me. If it wasn't for the fact that I wanted to save you some face, I would have asked the newspapers to give you a close-up that night and let people see the glorious image of you being swept away.
You're really shameless. Chen Xing smiled and shook his head. He didn't get angry. It wasn't that he was magnanimous, but that Xing Tiande didn't have the qualifications to make him angry. The two of them were no longer on the same level. If Chen Xing really got angry, he would be at a disadvantage.
The most despicable people are invincible. But then again, I'm still a little lacking. Xing Tiande smiled disapprovingly. Brother Chen Xing, you sent Yang Zhen to find me first because you wanted to test me, right?
Do you think you have the qualifications for me to test you with your current situation? Chen Xing pursed his lips. I'm already here. You can say whatever you want. If you're still spouting nonsense like before, then I don't have the time to waste here with you.
Aiya, this person is different now that he's a leader. Every second is precious. Coming to this prison is indeed a waste of time. Xing Tiande's eyes flickered. Brother Chen Xing, since you're here, then let's not beat around the bush. I still have the photos of the love trap I dug for you a few years ago. I didn't leave it at home at that time because I had a backup plan. Otherwise, I really wouldn't have anything to rely on now.
Xing Tiande paused here and finally threw out his goal. I want to make a request. I'm going to be released at the end of the year. I wonder if Brother Chen Xing can help me.
You're going to be released at the end of the year? Chen Xing looked at Xing Tiande in disbelief. You really dare to make a request. You still have five years left, and you want to get rid of it just like that? Moreover, what makes you think I can help you? Even if I can, why should I help you?
You can help me. With your current status, it's a piece of cake for you to help me. As for whether you're willing to help me or not, heh, Brother Chen Xing, those photos are somewhat indecent. Your family is harmonious and blissful now. You don't want others to destroy your happiness, right? If those photos are exposed on the internet, then you'll be in trouble. At that time, it won't just be your family that will be affected. Perhaps even your future will be affected. Xing Tiande looked like he had a card up his sleeve.
Are you that confident? Chen Xing stared at Xing Tiande, the corners of his mouth curling up slightly.
That's right, I have this confidence. I've endured for three years, watching you rise step by step. I've always endured, but today, I can't take it anymore. I don't want to stay in this damned place any longer. It's only been three years, and you've surprised me. You've actually reached such a height. Now, you already have the ability to let me out early. There's no need for me to waste any more time. A trace of excitement flashed across Xing Tiande's eyes. Thinking about how he would soon be able to leave this damned place, Xing Tiande's entire body was boiling.
So you didn't rush to threaten me with the photos a few years ago. You were waiting for me to reach a higher level, and only took them out when you could reap the most benefits? Chen Xing's gaze froze. He didn't think that Xing Tiande would be able to endure for three years before throwing out his backup plan.
Not bad, I've been paying attention to you these few years. You've climbed to the vice office in such a short time. What a surprise. Now, I don't have to endure anymore, and I don't want to. These photos can finally be used to their greatest value.
Do you think that you can still do whatever you want in a place like this? Chen Xing sneered, his gaze cold. Since you've already told me the truth, do you think I'll be threatened by you? In this prison, don't you think that there are many ways to get you to confess where the photos are kept?
Since I dared to say this to you, of course, I've made some preparations. I'm meat on someone else's chopping block. Now that I'm in prison, do you think I'd be so idiotic as to not have any backup plans? Xing Tiande raised his eyebrows slightly, the beard on his face adding a few hints of hostility to his aura.
Oh, tell me, what preparations have you made? Chen Xing suppressed the surging anger in his heart.
I can tell you clearly that as long as I'm punished in this prison, someone outside will immediately expose your photos. Don't doubt my ability to communicate with the outside world. Even if you restrict anyone from visiting me, I still have a way to spread the news. Xing Tiande looked straight at Chen Xing. Brother Chen Xing, to be honest, I don't want to see that happen, because I don't want to fall out with you. I believe that we can still be friends.
It's my honor to have a friend like you who specializes in backstabbing others. Chen Xing's eyes were already filled with rising anger, but he had to suppress it.
It's all fate, and I had no other choice. Xing Tiande said helplessly. People's hearts are cold these days. Those friends who used to call me brothers, when they saw that I was in trouble, didn't even come to see me, not to mention my fair-weather friends in the bureaucracy. If my previous connections were still useful, I wouldn't have made things difficult for you, Brother Chen Xing. As long as I could get you released on medical parole, I would've left in advance. Unfortunately, those bastards are all people who hit me when I'm down, and no one is willing to help me. I'll make them pay sooner or later. Xing Tiande gritted his teeth at the end.
I'll remember what you said, and I'll consider it seriously. Chen Xing looked deeply at Xing Tiande, then turned and left. If he stayed any longer, Chen Xing's anger would explode.
The door closed with a bang, and Xing Tiande's voice could be heard from behind. Brother Chen Xing, my patience is very limited. If I don't get out by the end of the year, I can't guarantee what I'll do.
Yang Zhen, who was waiting outside, also heard the words coming from inside. He looked at Chen Xing in confusion. Director Chen, what's going on?
Let's go, we'll talk after we get out. Chen Xing took a deep breath, suppressing the anger in his heart.
On the side of the street, Yang Zhen parked his car under a big tree. He looked at Chen Xing in shock. Director Chen, could there be a mole for Xing Tiande in this prison?
It's not impossible. Otherwise, how could he pass the information outside? Chen Xing's face was full of anger. Director Yang, I'll leave this to you. First, calm Xing Tiande down, then carefully investigate the prison. I believe you're more experienced in this than me, so I won't say much. Do as you see fit.
Okay, I'll do my best. Yang Zhen nodded, knowing that Chen Xing was letting him do it.
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