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While watching the news, Tang Yi was initially distracted, but upon seeing her mother's face and learning that her daughter was the one who had been hit, Tang Yi became even more unfocused. What was more critical was that she did not see who the drunk driver was in the news. A 16-year-old driving a Land Rover while drunk must have some significant connections, having managed to keep a low profile without revealing much personal information.
However, Tang Yi thought differently.
Finding a 16-year-old delinquent was too easy, and staging a car accident was also too simple, especially when it involved her own daughter. Remembering the note that had been flushed down the toilet, a cold light flashed in Tang Yi's eyes as her teeth chattered.
That night, Tang Yi tossed and turned, unable to sleep.
"Report!" The next morning at breakfast, with swollen eyelids and bloodshot eyes, Tang Yi raised her hand to signal the officer at the detention center.
An hour later, a vehicle from the prosecutor's office roared up, and two prosecutors arrived at the detention center to interview Tang Yi.
There were connections involving Lakeside Land and the District Committee Secretary, along with a ten million bribe from Kangbao Group. However, regarding this ten million, Tang Yi claimed she had squandered it all, primarily losing it in Gambling City. The prosecutors checked Tang Yi's entry and exit records and confirmed she had indeed traveled to Gambling City.
Inside the detention center, Tang Yi gradually revealed information. Xiao Hansheng had just finished breakfast and was in his office watching a replay of Shan Hai News. The fleeting image of an elderly woman on screen sent a chill down his spine. He hurriedly rummaged through his drawer for several photographs.
The note that Tang Yi had received during her meal was arranged by him; bribing the kitchen staff to deliver food wasn't particularly difficult. However, Xiao Hansheng always adhered to the principle of being prepared for any situation. Since he mentioned "wife and children," he would definitely investigate their circumstances, and photos of Tang Yi's family had already been sent to him.
He pulled out a photo of Tang Yi's mother, who was unmistakably the same tearful elderly woman on the screen.
"Damn it!" Xiao Hansheng slapped his forehead. When someone is down on their luck, even drinking cold water can get stuck in their teeth; getting into an accident could also implicate him.
This accident was certainly not orchestrated by Xiao Hansheng, but he wasn't sure if Tang Yi knew about it or would find out eventually. Would Tang Yi in the detention center jump to conclusions and think it was his doing?
She would. Tang Yi acted quickly and had already pressed her fingerprint down.
Xiao Hansheng broke his usual routine and lit a cigarette to calm himself down. The deal for this piece of land was something he had discussed with Zhao Pengfei over a meal with Tang Yi. However, the actual acquisition and payment were handled by Yee Dailin, the general manager of Kangbao Group Construction Company.
After extinguishing the cigarette, Xiao Hansheng called Yee Dailin and asked him to come to his office. Yee Dailin had just divorced his wife last year, and their child was living with her. He was currently in a passionate relationship with a bank teller and had even entertained thoughts of marriage.
Upon leaving Xiao Hansheng's office, Yee Dailin immediately went home, taking both a genuine and a fake passport, along with various bank cards and cash, heading straight for the airport. What about the bank teller? At this point, who cares?
As noon approached, Xiao Hansheng's office phone rang; it was Yee Dailin calling: "I've found a place where I can get a visa on arrival; I'm already on board." Yee Dailin was cautious with Xiao Hansheng and did not disclose his destination. However, he emphasized one thing: take care of my wife and child.
Wait a minute, weren't they divorced? Why still refer to her as his wife? Well, that was just a slip of the tongue; the important part was the child.
When Yee Dailin's flight took off, the prosecutor's office had already notified the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission. Zhao Kuan was a member of the Standing Committee of the Municipal Party Committee in Sub-provincial City, considered a departmental-level official; it would be better for the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission to handle this first.
As soon as work resumed in the afternoon, Zhao Kuan was in his office when he received a call from Zhao Pengfei. This time, Zhao Pengfei spoke succinctly: "To prevent any issues with Tang Yi, Yee Dailin, who is responsible for this matter, has fled due to fear of punishment. Think about how to respond if something happens."
Zhao Kuan felt a tingling sensation on his scalp; before he could even think it through, people from the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission entered.
Zhao Kuan was taken away! When he received the news, Zhao Pengfei felt the worst; it goes without saying that Zhao Kuan was his father. Xiao Hansheng also felt uneasy; he understood that Tang Yi had already encountered problems. Next, people from the prosecutor's office might come looking for him. Although there was an indication that Yee Dailin had "fled due to fear of punishment," it would still take considerable effort to explain himself.
After thinking for a moment, Xiao Hansheng dialed the reporting hotline for the prosecutor's office.
A thief calling out to catch a thief.
Xiao Hansheng reported that his subordinate Yee Dailin had suddenly called him to say he had resigned and not to look for him. Upon reviewing the company's accounts, he discovered that 20 million had been embezzled.
Tang Yi had said everything that needed to be said; comparing notes revealed where Yee Dailin's embezzlement led—10 million went to Tang Yi while another 10 million possibly ended up in his own pocket. Of course, in reality, that other 10 million went to Zhao Kuan, but Xiao Hansheng would not mention this; it served as a safeguard. Meanwhile, although Zhao Kuan had given Tang Yi a heads-up, Tang Yi would have no idea how much money Xiao Hansheng had given Zhao Kuan.
Even so, Xiao Hansheng still had to cooperate with the investigation by the prosecutor's office. During the questioning, Xiao Hansheng was composed, each statement logically structured.
"I did have a meal with Director Tang, no, Former Director, but it was just a gathering among friends. I never expected Yee Dailin would embezzle public funds in order to secure the land, and it's very likely that part of it ended up in someone's private pocket," Xiao Hansheng expressed indignantly.
"That doesn't make sense, Mr. Xiao. If that's the case, he could just embezzle ten million for himself; why would he need to secure this piece of land?" The prosecutor was not easily swayed.
"Securing this land comes with a reward of one hundred thousand for the company. Even small gains are still gains, and he could continue to stay at the company, having the opportunity to seize even greater benefits," Xiao Hansheng replied calmly, already prepared with his reasoning.
Facing the staff of the Disciplinary Committee, Zhao Kuan also spoke confidently: "I did give Tang Yi a heads-up because Kangbao Company has contributed significantly to our district, donating multiple times for education and elderly care. Moreover, my mention of 'care' was within the bounds of policy and law; in simple terms, it was about serving the enterprise and I did not ask Tang Yi to do anything illegal. However, Tang Yi hinted that Kangbao Company should contribute more."
"Since Tang Yi hinted at this, why didn't you promptly inform the disciplinary department?" a staff member pressed.
"He only hinted; there was no solid evidence. I sternly reprimanded him at that time," Zhao Kuan replied innocently. The investigation momentarily reached an impasse.
Xiao Hansheng felt somewhat relaxed as he temporarily returned to the company. Although he was told not to leave Shanzhou without permission and had to be available at all times, he knew he wasn't directly involved in the matter. His escape from potential guilt was well executed; he was basically in the clear. At Zhao Kuan's level, he was naturally an old fox; it was merely a heads-up to Tang Yi—how severe could the consequences be?
The only thing Xiao Hansheng regretted was losing this piece of land, which would definitely be reclaimed for re-auction. This meant that at least twenty million would go down the drain.
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