In order to get close to An Qi, Liu Ziguang rented a luxury house in Gubei New District. Another advantage of renting in such an area is safety. The police will not randomly inspect areas where foreigners live.
The BMW that had traveled a long way from the capital had been abandoned at the door of a police station in Suzhou. Shangguan Jin and Liu Ziguang came to Shanghai by other public transportation. For transportation convenience, they rented two cars, a Jaguar
, and a humble Passat.
Although he did not plan to stay for a long time, he still needed to purchase necessary daily necessities. After returning to his temporary residence, Shangguan Jin said he wanted to go to the mall, and Liu Ziguang said in a gentlemanly manner that they could go together.
"Are you too into the drama? I'm going to buy underwear, do you want to go with me?" Shangguan Jin teased.
Liu Ziguang shrugged, waited for Shangguan Jin to leave the residence for five minutes, then drove away from the residence, found a secluded place, took out a brand new mobile phone and SIM card, installed it, turned it on and dialed Bei Xiaoshuai's mobile phone.
"Xiao Shuai, it's me. How did things go?"
"It's not easy to do. The people at the Exit-Entry Administration said there was something wrong with the household registration book and wouldn't issue passports for my uncle and aunt."
"I know, that's it, contact me again."
Liu Ziguang methodically opened the back cover of the phone, removed the battery, took out the SIM card, threw it into the river on the roadside, and took out a new one to dial a number.
The phone rang several times before the call was connected.
"It's me." Zhao Hui's voice was very deep, and there was the sound of flushing water in the background. He should have answered the phone in the toilet.
"Listen to me, Jin Xudong, general manager of Jinou Investment, one of the shareholders of Sijin Company, and Thorpe are old friends. If you follow this clue and investigate, I think you will make important discoveries." Liu Ziguang said.
"I understand. I will report it to the superiors. Protect yourself and contact me at any time. No more words. Goodbye."
A busy signal came from the receiver, and Liu Ziguang took apart the phone and threw it into his hand. He was not worried that Zhao Hui's phone call would be eavesdropped, but it was best to be careful.
Just as he was about to start the car, a motorcycle with flashing police lights drove over. The policeman got out of the car and saluted: "Please show me your ID."
While Liu Ziguang was taking his driver's license and driving license from behind the sun visor, he was observing the policeman. On his white armed belt were hanging eight patrol police stationery items. He had a standard southern face that had been weathered by the weather, with a firm face and broad shoulders. He couldn't help but secretly
He grabbed the saber hidden under the seat.
"No parking here, please drive away as soon as possible." The policeman handed back his ID and drove off on his motorcycle. Liu Ziguang breathed a sigh of relief, put back his saber, and drove back.
…
When they returned to their residence, Shangguan Jin had already returned. He threw a paper bag to Liu Ziguang and said, "Here, I bought something for you."
When I opened the paper bag, I saw several pairs of men's underwear with the ck logo on them.
"Well, I'm so sorry." Liu Ziguang said politely, but he secretly wondered if Director Shangguan had made some mistake.
"A man with good taste should pay attention to every detail. For a man of your status, CK underwear is standard." Shangguan Jin had a mischievous smile on his face, as if he wanted to see Liu Ziguang's embarrassed expression, but let
She was disappointed that Liu Ziguang was thick-skinned. Not only was he not as embarrassed as he said, he also took out his CK underwear and looked at it over and over, mumbling: "Is the size right? It seems to be an A-grade product. Is it technology?"
Bought on the ground floor of the museum?”
"Of course not, I bought it in a specialty store." Shangguan Jin added without giving up, "You can wear it when you go to bathe with Jin Xudong's mistress again."
But Liu Ziguang said: "No need, it's better not to involve innocent women and children in this kind of thing. When Jin Xudong returns to China, we will directly tie him to a place and torture him. We can still get what we want."
Shangguan Jin said angrily: "Can you not be so direct and be a little technical?"
Liu Ziguang said: "Time does not allow us to investigate slowly. We must make quick decisions."
…
In the capital, Zhao Hui drove a military-branded off-road vehicle to the gate of an unmarked compound. The sentry checked his ID and then let him go. The car drove forward along a wide road lined with tall poplar trees and neatly trimmed trees.
evergreen shrubs and spotless black asphalt road.
The car stopped in front of a Soviet-style building. The granite building was majestic and solemn. The sentry at the door stood like a javelin. After Zhao Hui registered his military ID in the foyer, he was taken to the elevator by the officer on duty and sat down in an office on the tenth floor.
.
Half an hour later, a senior colonel officer wearing glasses walked in and said, "Xiao Zhao, General Luo doesn't have much time. You have to keep your story short."
Zhao Hui hurriedly stood up, holding his general's hat in his hands, and followed the colonel to Luo Kegong's office. He couldn't help but tugged at the hem of his military uniform and dusted off the non-existent dust.
The secretary of the university opened the door and Zhao Hui shouted loudly: "Report!"
The office is very large, with a whole wall covered with maps. Behind Luo Kegong's desk is an oil painting of the Great Wall, with party flags and military flags on both sides. The gray-haired Assistant Chief of General Staff is working at the desk, with stars twinkling on his shoulders.
"Come in." Luo Kegong said without raising his head.
Zhao Hui walked in with his head held high, stood in the center of the office, saluted and said, "Assistant General Luo, Zhao Hui is here to report."
Luo Kegong ignored him, signed his name on a document, handed it to the secretary of the university, whispered a few words, dismissed the secretary, and then sat up straight, with a dazzling long bow on his chest.
, Zhao Hui suddenly discovered that although Commander Luo's body was still strong, he was obviously thinner than before.
"Xiao Zhao, if you have anything to report, tell me." Luo Kegong said calmly.
"It's like this. I have received accurate information. Brayman Mining is trying to get involved in the Wood Iron Ore Project. For this purpose, they are not willing to frame the blame. Now Liu Ziguang, the owner of Red Star Holdings, has been forced..."
Luo Kegong suddenly waved his hand, and Zhao Hui quickly stopped.
"Stop talking. Liu Ziguang is no longer a member of the military. Local criminal cases should be handled by the local police. As for the iron ore matter, you also said it was just an attempt, so there is nothing to say about this matter. You can go back."
"But!"
"But what? Don't forget your identity. You are a soldier first. It is a soldier's bounden duty to obey orders. If I tell you to leave it alone, then you should leave it alone. If you disobey orders, military law will apply, and you can get out."
Luo Kegong's voice was not loud, but it was extremely harsh. Zhao Hui had no choice but to give in, salute and then turn around and leave.
After leaving the door, Zhao Hui ignored the no-smoking sign on the wall, took out a cigarette and started smoking.
The secretary of the university came over and said, "Xiao Zhao, Mr. Luo has his difficulties, you have to be considerate."
Zhao Hui put out his cigarette and turned away.
Indoors, Luo Kegong picked up the phone: "Xiao Yang, come to my office."
…
At Jiajiang Police Station in Jiangbei City, Bei Xiaoshuai patted the table and said, "What do you think this means? We have all the household registration books and ID cards, but we don't want to issue passports for the elderly couple."
Wang Xing, who was sitting opposite, smiled and took out his cigarette and handed it over: "Don't be angry, there must be a reason. There happens to be a guy working in the city bureau. I asked him to ask someone to ask what's going on."
"Then you call quickly, I'll wait." Bei Xiaoshuai took the cigarette and said angrily.
Wang Xing helped Bei Xiaoshuai light a cigarette first, then took out his mobile phone and sent a message. After a while, the other party called back. Wang Xing hummed a few times and then put down the mobile phone with a serious expression: "This matter is a bit complicated. There is someone above.
I was told not to do it, I guess it was because of Brother Guang’s incident.”
Bei Xiaoshuai was furious: "If Chen Runing is dead, he is dead. Don't say it wasn't Brother Guang. Even if it was, it can't affect the family members' application for passports."
Wang Xing explained: "The law doesn't provide for it, but if you can't stand it, they won't do it for you."
"I'll go find them." Bei Xiaoshuai turned around and walked out, but he almost bumped into someone.
"Why are you walking? You don't have eyes." Bei Xiaoshuai smiled awkwardly as soon as he said this: "Officer Hu, it's you."
It was Hu Rong who came. She was not as knowledgeable as Bei Xiaoshuai at all. She nodded and said hello. She walked into the room and said to Wang Xing: "I need the surveillance video of the Jinxiu Jiangnan neighborhood on the day Chen Runing's case occurred."
"Inside the community or outside?" Wang Xing asked.
"I want them all."
"It's a bit troublesome. It takes a while and the director has to sign. Also, it was snowing heavily that day and the visibility was very low. I'm afraid it won't be effective."
"Ignore those things for now. You can help me find them first, and then give me a call when you're done."
After making arrangements, Hu Rong left in a hurry and drove to the Jiangbei Company Building of Xuanwu Group.
Since Chen Runing's death, Xuanwu Group has fallen into a leaderless situation. In the past, when Chen Runing was here, he held the positions of chairman and president. Now that he is gone, the chairman's position will definitely be taken by the prince Chen Xuanwu, and the specific work will be carried out.
The position of president has become a target that the group's senior executives are competing for.
The competition was fierce, but the result was a surprise. Mu Lianheng, the youngest and most junior person, unexpectedly became the president of Xuanwu Group. In the past, all the seniors and superiors had to obey his orders. Some were not so popular that they could not take leave.
I went to work, but the young people in the company were in high spirits and felt that it was time to turn over.
Hu Rong came to the Xuanwu Group branch and showed her ID at the front desk. The receptionist made a call to the president's office, then said with a professional smile on her face: "I'm sorry, Miss Hu, Mr. Mu is meeting guests and doesn't have time to see you.
You can make an appointment now and I will help you arrange the nearest time."
"No need." Hu Rong walked directly to the elevator, and the receptionist was so anxious that she followed closely behind: "Ms. Hu, you can't go up."
The security personnel patrolling the hall rushed over after hearing the news. Hu Rong took out his police officer ID card and showed it. The two security guards retreated angrily. The front desk lady was frightened by Hu Rong's aura and covered her mouth as she watched her get into the elevator.
Arriving at the floor where the president's office is located, Hu Rong walked straight over. Two bodyguards in black had obviously received the report and rushed to greet them. Hu Rong stood still and lifted up his windbreaker to reveal the steel handcuffs and black leather straps attached to his belt.