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Zhong Xiaoai's face showed displeasure: "Liangping, Yunfei and I have known each other for many years and are friends."
Hou Liangping snorted coldly: "Friend? How come I didn't know you had such a friend?"
His gaze darted back and forth between Lin Yunfei and Zhong Xiaoai, filled with suspicion and hostility.
Lin Yunfei smiled bitterly to himself. He hadn't expected Hou Liangping to appear suddenly, let alone react like this.
He stood up and greeted him politely, "Chief Prosecutor Hou, hello. I didn't expect to see you here."
"Sister Xiao Ai, it's been many years since we last met. Please don't misunderstand."
Hou Liangping ignored his greeting and went straight to Zhong Xiaoai, taking her hand and saying, "Xiaoai, let's go. I don't want to see you with him."
Zhong Xiaoai broke free from his hand, her face immediately darkening: "Liangping, haven't you made enough of a scene? Yunfei is my friend, we were just having a meal together."
Hou Liangping remained unmoved, stubbornly believing that Lin Yunfei and Zhong Xiaoai had an illicit relationship.
He glared at Lin Yunfei: "You'd better stay away from Xiao Ai, or I won't let you off the hook."
Lin Yunfei shook his head helplessly; he hadn't expected Hou Liangping to be so unreasonable.
He looked at Zhong Xiaoai and saw that she also had a tired and helpless expression on her face.
Lin Yunfei's heart skipped a beat. He realized that if he stayed any longer, the atmosphere would only become more awkward.
So he said, "Sister Xiao Ai, you should go first. I still have some things to take care of."
Zhong Xiaoai gave him a grateful look, then pulled Hou Liangping away from the restaurant.
Watching their retreating figures, Lin Yunfei sighed.
49. Chen Yanshi came to cause trouble and threatened Lin Yunfei.
Zhong Xiaoai sat in the Audi, fastening her seatbelt, looking at Hou Liangping with displeasure.
"How did you know I was here? Were you following me?"
Hou Liangping gripped the steering wheel, his mind racing: "Xiao Ai, I was worried about you. You haven't been home for so long. I'll go to the inspection team's hotel, the Jingzhou Grand Hotel."
Over the years, he had disliked Zhong Xiaoai. His frantic bell-ringing was all for the sake of progress.
To put it bluntly, Hou Liangping just wanted a promotion and to enjoy the privileges that come with power.
Zhong Xiaoai crossed her arms and looked displeased: "Hou Liangping, let me tell you. Lin Yunfei and I have known each other for a long time."
Hou Liangping remained silent, glanced at the rearview mirror, and began to speak ill of him: "Xiao Ai, this Lin Yunfei is no good person. He's a corrupt official and lives with Li Dakang's wife."
Upon hearing Hou Liangping's words, Zhong Xiaoai frowned: "Hou Liangping, what do you mean by this? Are you slandering my friend?"
Hou Liangping took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down: "Xiao Ai, listen to me. I'm not slandering him, I'm just worried that you're being used by him." "You know, the officialdom in Handong is very complicated now, and many people will do anything to achieve their goals."
Zhong Xiaoai snorted coldly, her arrogant personality shining through: "Liangping, who do you think you are? Do you think you can slander my friend like this? Let me tell you, Lin Yunfei and I are innocent."
“There is no improper relationship between us.”
"My best friend and I can't even have dinner together after work, is that not allowed?"
"Sure, of course."
"Xiao Ai, I'm sorry, I misunderstood you." Hou Liangping spoke decisively, apologizing to Zhong Xiao Ai.
Looking into Zhong Xiaoai's resolute eyes, Hou Liangping couldn't help but waver. He began to doubt whether he had truly wronged her.
However, Hou Liangping was unwilling to give up so easily: "Xiao Ai, I know you may not believe me. But I genuinely care about you. I don't want you to get caught up in this vortex of officialdom."
Because he didn't want the land above his head to become the Hulunbuir Grassland, with its lush green grass.
To put it bluntly, Hou Liangping's status in the Zhong family was very low.
Every night when the bell is rung, if you want to change your position, you have to write a report and have Zhong Xiaoai sign it for approval.
Zhong Xiaoai looked at Hou Liangping, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes.
She knew that although Hou Liangping was somewhat stubborn, his intentions were good. She took a deep breath, trying to soften her tone: "Liangping, I know you mean well. But please believe me, there's really nothing between Lin Yunfei and me. We're just ordinary friends."
“We’ve known each other since we were little, we’re from the same compound.”
"Xiao Ai, since you put it that way, I'll put my doubts aside for now." Hou Liangping sighed. "But please be careful. The officialdom is treacherous; one must always be wary of others." Zhong Xiao Ai nodded, her tone softening slightly: "I will. I don't need you to remind me."
Zhong Xiaoai's gaze was firm as she continued, "Liangping, we've been married for many years, and trust is the foundation of our relationship. If we don't even have this much trust, how can we talk about weathering storms together?"
Hou Liangping was silent for a moment, a hint of helplessness flashing in his eyes: "You're right, Xiao Ai. I... was narrow-minded."
Zhong Xiaoai gently grasped Hou Liangping's left hand, her expression tender: "Liangping, I need to help you oversee both your work and your life."
"The Central Committee, the Imperial Court, and the Cabinet attach great importance to this incident of Ding Yizhen's treason."
"Ding Yizhen's defection not only affects Handong, but also the entire situation. We must act cautiously and not let any suspicious points slip by." Zhong Xiaoai's tone was firm, and her eyes revealed an undeniable determination.
"Besides, Lin Yunfei is not only my childhood friend. He is now a second-level police supervisor and the director of the Jingzhou Public Security Bureau."
"We want to investigate Ding Yizhen and issue a red notice. We definitely can't bypass the Jingzhou Public Security Bureau."
Zhong Xiaoai spoke slowly, "Lin Yunfei's identity and resources are of paramount importance to us."
"Understood, Xiao Ai. I will reconsider this matter." Hou Liangping nodded, feeling much relieved.
At least, I don't have to live in constant fear of the vast Hulunbuir grasslands above my head anymore.
“Liangping, trust is mutual. I hope you can understand my position.” Zhong Xiaoai’s tone was gentle, but carried an undeniable firmness.
. . . . . .
Jingzhou City, a high-end nursing home.
Zheng Xipo and Wang Wenge rode a tricycle. They came specifically to deliver flowers to Chen Yanshi: two potted welcoming pines. Zheng Xipo and Wang Wenge carefully unloaded the welcoming pines from the tricycle, their faces filled with respect.
"Old Chen, Old Wang and I have come here specifically to pay a visit. We brought two potted plants, neither of which are worth much."
Chen Yanshi bent over and saw the Welcoming Pine. His eyes immediately lit up. The Welcoming Pine was worth several thousand yuan.
“Xipo, something must have happened between you and Wang Wenge.”
Chen Yanshi, wearing reading glasses, slowly stood up.
Zheng Xipo quickly spoke up, flattering him, "Old Chen, you have a keen eye. We do indeed have some things we'd like to ask you."
"It's like this, Mr. Chen. Today we were invited to the Guangming District Government..."
Zheng Xipo and Wang Wenge took turns recounting the entire incident in detail.
When Chen Yanshi heard that Dafeng Factory was to be forcibly demolished, he immediately became furious: "Isn't this ridiculous? If Dafeng Factory is demolished, what will the workers eat and drink?"
"This Lin Yunfei is clearly bullying ordinary people."
Wang Wenge became agitated: "Yes, Old Chen. Lin Yunfei even arranged for us to go to the sanitation bureau and become sanitation workers."
"This is clearly a way of sending us to sweep the streets."
Zheng Xipo nodded, his expression serious: "Yes, Old Chen. This old man of mine is still being asked to sweep the streets."
"Besides, Dafeng Factory was restructured by you back then. It was an employee stock ownership plan."
“Employee stock ownership plan, which includes 40% of the shares.”
"If this factory is to be forcibly demolished, the employees' shares will be lost."
That old bastard Zheng Xipo is clearly unwilling to accept it. His shares just vanished for nothing.
So he and Wang Wenge discussed it and went to find Chen Yanshi.
Of course, Zheng Xipo also deliberately concealed the most important thing.
The forced demolition of Dafeng Factory was not ordered by Lin Yunfei. It was personally issued by Li Dakang, the Party Secretary of Jingzhou City.
Chen Yanshi thought to himself that his only notable achievement over the years was about to be destroyed by Lin Yunfei.
Isn't this a slap in his face?
"You just wait, I'm going to take care of this."
Requesting flowers...
The next day, Chen Yanshi had his son, Chen Hai, drive an Audi directly to the Guangming District Government.
Arriving before Lin Yunfei, Chen Yanshi was visibly agitated. He slammed his fist on the table and shouted aggressively, "Lin Yunfei, how could you forcibly demolish Dafeng Factory?"
“You were the one who said in front of the camera that you wouldn’t forcibly demolish Dafeng Factory.”
Chen Hai helped the old man up, patting his back with his right hand: "Dad, calm down."
"Secretary Lin, please give us an explanation."
Lin Yunfei sneered, looking at Chen Yanshi, this old codger who had retired but was still not retired.
"Comrade Chen Yanshi, let me correct you on one point. It wasn't me who went back on my word and wanted to forcibly demolish Dafeng Factory."
"Our Guangming District has received the demolition documents personally signed by Secretary Li Dakang, the Secretary of the Jingzhou Municipal Party Committee."
Lin Yunfei, true to form, slowly opened the first drawer on his right.
He took out a demolition document with a bright red seal from the drawer and waved it in front of Chen Yanshi: "Look, this is Secretary Li Dakang's signature."
Chen Yanshi snatched the document, widened his eyes, and carefully examined every word.
After confirming that it was correct, he was trembling with anger: "Li Dakang, you ungrateful bastard! Back then, if I hadn't supported you, would you have become the vice-governor? Would you have become a member of the provincial party committee standing committee?"
Lin Yunfei shrugged, looking completely innocent: "Director Chen Hai, Comrade Chen Yanshi. This is an order from higher authorities. I have no choice but to follow the orders of the Jingzhou Municipal Party Committee."
Chen Yanshi slammed the demolition documents on the ground, his eyes wide with anger: "Lin Yunfei, let me tell you. Dafeng Factory cannot be demolished, and the shares held by the employees of Dafeng Factory cannot be wasted."
“If you dare to forcibly demolish my house, I, Chen Yanshi, will never let this go.”
Lin Yunfei looked at Chen Yanshi, this stubborn old man, a hint of disdain flashing in his eyes. He smiled insincerely and said, "Hehe, I advise you not to refuse a toast only to be forced to drink a forfeit."
Chen Yanshi was furious and threatened, "Lin Yunfei, do you believe I'll call my old comrade-in-arms?"
The unspoken meaning behind this statement was to tell Lin Yunfei: I know many important figures in Beijing.
Lin Yunfei sneered and straightened his clothes: "Comrade Chen Yanshi, you should think it over carefully and advise Secretary Li Dakang."
"I was ordered to demolish Dafeng Factory by the instructions of Secretary Li Dakang."
"This demolition document from the Jingzhou Municipal Party Committee is a legal document."
After saying that, Lin Yunfei squatted down and picked up the demolition document from the Jingzhou Municipal Party Committee. He then strode away from the office.