Official excuse: I was sent to work at the grassroots level for training, and Hou Liangping arrested

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"I called to ask you for your instructions..."

Lin Yunfei frowned, his eyes revealing seriousness and concern: "What do you want me to ask for? An Xin, just tell me."

An Xin took a deep breath, as if encouraging herself: "I would like to ask whether we should launch a full investigation immediately, after all, Hou Liangping's identity is special, and this matter may involve a wide range of people."

"In addition, the investigation team hopes that we can provide preliminary directions for the investigation as soon as possible."

Lin Yunfei pondered for a moment, quickly analyzing the situation in his mind: "Hou Liangping's poisoning is definitely not simple. You should immediately organize a team to start by investigating the people and things Hou Liangping has recently been in contact with, especially the food he has eaten and the places he has been to. We cannot overlook any detail."

"Furthermore, the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection investigation team is maintaining close communication and promptly reporting our progress."

An Xin took careful notes on the other end of the phone: "Okay, Vice Governor Lin. I'll arrange it right away. However, the person I've been in contact with recently is... Zhong Xiaoai."

Lin Yunfei's eyes sharpened: "We can't rule out that possibility. Have the technical department check Zhong Xiaoai's recent movements. Also, conduct a thorough search of Hou Liangping's office and residence to see if we can find any useful clues."

An Xin replied, "Understood, Vice Governor Lin. I will notify the relevant personnel to carry it out immediately. However, will this matter cause an even bigger uproar?"

Lin Yunfei said firmly, "Regardless of whether it causes a stir or not, we must find out the truth. It is our duty. You can do it with confidence, and report to me anytime if there are any problems."

An Xin sensed Lin Yunfei's determination and felt more confident: "Okay, Vice Governor Lin. I'll get back to work now and report to you as soon as there's anything."

After hanging up the phone, Lin Yunfei leaned against the headboard, gazing at the dark night sky outside the window, pondering the huge conspiracy that might be hidden behind this incident.

Zhong Xiaoai, what exactly did you do?

Could it be that you really poisoned him?

If that's true, then it shows the most wicked heart is that of a woman.

208. The Zhao family was completely destroyed, and all their protectors were brought to justice.

208. The Zhao family was completely destroyed, and all their protectors were brought to justice.

Meanwhile, based on evidence provided by Qiu Tao, Yan Guohua's undercover agent...

Lin Yunfei led a team of armed police officers, fully armed, in an armored vehicle to the Public Security Bureau.

The Wolf Fang squad members wore bulletproof vests and carried Type 81 automatic rifles.

"Everyone, put your hands behind your heads, squat on the ground and don't move."

Lin Yunfei had a serious expression. He was wearing a military bulletproof vest, night vision goggles, and a helmet, and he took out his identification as the director of the Public Security Bureau.

"I am Lin Yunfei, Director of the Public Security Bureau of Handong Province."

This operation aims to eliminate internal corruption and uphold the dignity of the law. Any resistance will be severely punished according to the law. Lin Yunfei's gaze swept across the entire area, and the atmosphere suddenly became tense. The team members were on high alert, ensuring that every detail was flawless.

“Your executive deputy director, Xiao Zhenbang, is one of the Zhao family’s protectors.”

"Based on the evidence provided by the Zhao family's undercover agent."

"Li Bodong, deputy captain of the criminal investigation team. He is also the Zhao family's protector."

Lin Yunfei made a startling statement: "Take them into custody immediately, search all their offices, and gather evidence thoroughly."

"And there's the auxiliary police officer, Jia Xiaoqiang. He's the Zhao family's informant."

These words caused a huge uproar. Everyone was shocked.

Jia Xiaoqiang turned pale and tried to explain, but was quickly subdued by the armed police.

Li Bodong calmly accepted the punishment of the law, extending his hands to put on the handcuffs: "I expected this day to come. The sooner I was arrested, the sooner I could have peace of mind."

Yan Guohua rebuked Li Bodong for betraying his expectations, saying that some people are like that—they can withstand a knife coming down on them, but can't resist the temptation when money is thrown at them.

Lin Yunfei snorted coldly, looking at Li Bodong with disdain: "Li Bodong, you willingly become Zhao Xiaosheng's dog, a dog."

"Just for a house in a good school district?"

"You've been a policeman for so many years, don't you have any housing provident fund?" Lin Yunfei questioned repeatedly.

“Vice Governor Lin... Now that things have come to this, I plead guilty.”

Li Bodong's face showed an expression of accepting defeat.

Lin Yunfei stepped forward and grabbed Li Bodong's collar: "Li Bodong, you should understand. If you confess voluntarily, your actions can be considered a surrender."

"You know in your heart how many dirty things Zhao Xiaosheng has made you do over the years."

"By reporting and exposing this, your sentence can be reduced."

Li Bodong was stunned for a moment, then quickly said, "Vice Governor Lin, I am reporting and exposing Qing Chenglin, the protector of the Zhao family."

Lin Yunfei's eyes sharpened, and he immediately signaled the recorder beside him to write down this important clue. "Qing Chenglin, what is your position, what are your responsibilities, tell me everything you know."

Li Bodong swallowed hard and continued, "Qing Chenglin is the deputy secretary-general of the Changwu Municipal Party Committee. He is very close to Zhao Xiaosheng and has given the green light to Zhao's iron ore mining on many occasions, and there was even a mining accident."

"They were all suppressed by Qing Chenglin."

Upon hearing this, Lin Yunfei frowned and turned to Yan Guohua beside him, ordering, "Old Yan, you personally lead the team to arrest Qing Chenglin, and at the same time conduct a thorough search of his office and residence to collect relevant evidence."

“After you come back, you write the arrest warrant, and I will sign it.”

Yan Guohua stood at attention and saluted, giving a standard military salute: "Yes, sir! I guarantee to complete the mission."

"Let's go and arrest Qing Chenglin."

The team members acted swiftly, and the atmosphere grew increasingly tense. Lin Yunfei scanned the entire area again to ensure no suspicious individuals were missed. "Everyone, continue searching. Don't overlook any corner. We must eradicate this scourge completely."

As the operation progressed, the police station was bustling with activity, with team members performing their duties in a tense yet orderly manner.

Lin Yunfei stood aside, closely monitoring every detail to ensure the operation went perfectly.

Jingle Bell! !

Just then, my trusted confidante An Xin called.

"Boss, something's happened. Zhong Xiaoai has escaped."

Lin Yunfei was silent for ten seconds: "I know, let's put this case on hold for now. There's no need to withdraw the case, and you don't need to investigate it anymore."

An Xin was very surprised: "Why? Boss?"

Lin Yunfei said irritably, "Zhong Xiaoai has a special identity; her father, Zhong Zhengguo, is a vice-national level official!"

"Don't even think about going to Zhong Zheng's house to arrest him?"

An Xin's expression changed drastically, and she immediately stopped speaking: "I understand, I understand."

"An Xin. Evidence, more evidence."

"After so many years in the police force, what's most important? Evidence."

"Hou Liangping was poisoned by Zhong Xiaoai? Evidence?" Lin Yunfei smiled coldly: "The case of Hou Liangping's poisoning requires conclusive evidence. Zhong Xiaoai's escape does not mean the clues have been lost. We need to re-examine the case and not overlook any details."

An Xin reported in a deep voice: "Sir, we detected scopolamine in the Yangzhou fried rice that Hou Liangping ate."

"Scholes...this is a drug. Side effects include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, coma, and dilated pupils."

Lin Yunfei slowly spoke, emphasizing the crucial point: "I understand, An Xin. The important thing now is... who made this fried rice?"

"How can you prove that Zhong Xiaoai made this fried rice herself?"

"How can you prove that Zhong Xiaoai administered scopolamine?"

"What if Zhong Xiaoai ordered takeout?"

"The food delivery also has a source. We need to check the delivery platform records, retrieve surveillance footage, and confirm the delivery person. Every step is crucial." Lin Yunfei's gaze was firm as he explained, "If Zhong Xiaoai tampered with the food delivery, there will be traces. What we need to do is find those traces and form a complete chain of evidence."

An Xin nodded and quickly took notes: "Understood, boss. Immediately begin investigating the food delivery platform and surveillance footage, leaving no stone unturned."

“Very good, Anxin.”

"Remember to send someone to protect Hou Liangping. He can't die now." After saying that, Lin Yunfei hung up the phone.

...

Subsequently, Yan Guohua personally led the armed police to arrest Qing Chenglin, the deputy secretary-general of the Changwu Municipal Party Committee.

"Don't move, Qing Chenglin. You're under arrest."

"No? Who are you? What right do you have to arrest me?"

"I am Yan Guohua from the Provincial Public Security Department. This is my identification." Yan Guohua took out his identification, wearing a white shirt, and his police rank was Second-Class Police Supervisor.

When Qing Chenglin was escorted back to the Public Security Bureau, his face was ashen, yet he still tried to appear calm. When he saw Lin Yunfei standing at the door of the interrogation room, his legs went weak and he almost fell, only managing to stand up with the help of two armed police officers.

Deputy Secretary-General Qing, or should I call you the Ace of Spades, the protector of the Zhao family? Lin Yunfei threw a stack of photos on the interrogation table. The photos showed Qing Chenglin and Zhao Xiaosheng having a secret meeting at a private club. The date showed that it was the third day after the mining accident at Tieshi Mining.

Qing Chenglin's Adam's apple bobbed twice, then a twisted smile appeared on his face: "Vice Governor Lin, you don't actually think that arresting me will bring down the Zhao family, do you? Behind them..."

Before he could finish speaking, Yan Guohua slammed his hand on the table, causing the water in the teacup to splash out half an inch.

Qing Chenglin! It's not too late to confess now! Yan Guohua pointed to the red banner on the wall that said "Confess and you will be treated leniently." Zhao Xiaosheng has already implicated you. Thirteen people died in the mining accident, and you took three million from him as hush money!

In front of the monitoring screen in the interrogation room, Lin Yunfei stared at the screen and said coldly: Show him the interview videos of the families of the mine disaster victims.

When the screen showed an elderly mother, whose white hair had been sending off her son, fainting in front of the mourning hall, Qing Chenglin suddenly covered his face, tears seeping through his fingers.

I said...I'll tell you everything... He shrugged and curled up in the interrogation chair. Zhao Xiaosheng had a safe deposit box in a Swiss bank; the combination was...

"And the biggest protector of the Zhao family is Zheng Guangtian."

"Deputy Director of the Provincial Association X"

Yan Guohua's pupils suddenly contracted, and he was taken aback.

Lin Yunfei nodded slightly: "Old Yan, I'd like to report to Gao Yuliang, the Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee."

After leaving the interrogation room, Lin Yunfei took out his cell phone and dialed Gao Yuliang to report the situation.

Upon hearing this, Gao Yuliang on the other end of the phone remained silent for a moment before speaking in a calm and serious tone: "Lin Yunfei, this matter is of utmost importance. You must ensure that the evidence is conclusive and do not alert the enemy. Zheng Guangtian holds a high position and wields great power, so you must handle this with extreme caution."

Lin Yunfei replied solemnly with a serious expression, "Secretary Gao, rest assured, we will strictly follow legal procedures, speak with conclusive evidence, and not overlook any detail of illegal or criminal activity."

Gao Yuliang continued, "Alright, go ahead and do it. The Provincial Party Committee will fully support your work, but you should also pay attention to your methods to avoid causing unnecessary turmoil."

Lin Yunfei said firmly, "Understood, Secretary Gao. We will definitely balance all aspects to ensure the smooth progress of the operation."

After hanging up the phone, Lin Yunfei turned to Yan Guohua and said, "Old Yan, we need to develop a detailed plan to conduct a comprehensive investigation into Zheng Guangtian."

Yan Guohua nodded and said, "Okay, I'll go arrange for people to re-examine the clues and make sure everything goes smoothly."

.....

At the same time, the Armed Police Detachment reported good news—they found his account book detailing twenty years of financial transactions with the Zhao family in a hidden compartment of Qingchenglin's suburban villa.