Inside the eting room, several leaders sat around the round table, reading the report in their hands.
Standing up, He Xieyu said, "Comrades, this is the information we managed to retrieve from Cai Bocheng. We have also uncovered detailed information about the other spies under his command. Among all the intelligence he gathered over years, the most critical ca from the Yang family."
"Not only did Director Yang harbor a spy, but he also used his position to fra and force his subordinate, Feng Chen, to marry his daughter."
"I have investigated the incident thoroughly—it was Cai Bocheng who committed hooliganism with Director Yang's daughter, Yang ngyao, but pushed Feng Chen out as a scapegoat."
"In addition to that, Yang ngyao also attempted to murder Feng Chen's ex-wife, Ye Xinyue. Although the victim survived, she was severely injured and lost her mory and, as a result, didn't report the matter for five years."
At the ntion of Ye Xinyue, all eyes turned to He Xieyu—after all, she was his wife.
Under their scrutiny, He Xieyu continued calmly, "We also found evidence that Director Yang accepted bribes and sold positions within the factory. Moreover, he embezzled the factory's revenue over a span of sixteen years, amounting to a total of 247,890 yuan."
The mont they heard this, gasps filled the room. The amount embezzled by Director Yang was the largest uncovered in the past decade. That cri alone was enough to cost him his life.
He Xieyu handed over a folder of evidence and added, "A total of 47 people collaborated with Director Yang to embezzle the funds."
"Seventeen of them have retired and returned to their hotowns, three have passed away from illness and accidents, eight have been transferred elsewhere with promotions, and the rest are still working in the factory."
When he finished, the room fell silent. No one had expected soone who appeared so honest and hardworking to be so deeply corrupt. But knowing he had harbored a spy and betrayed the country, it was clear there was nothing he couldn't do.
After a long silence, one of the leaders finally spoke. "Comrade He, you have done a great service to the country. We will take over the case from here—you may return to your post."
He Xieyu nodded and replied, "Understood. Then I will leave the rest to everyone. If you need anything, just contact . I will take my leave now."
"Comrade He, we will send you the results of the case once the investigation concludes."
"Alright."
After packing up his bag, he nodded to the others and strode out of the room. The mont he left, the room buzzed with discussions on how to handle the counterasures regarding the confidential information taken by Cai Bocheng.
As for He Xieyu, his part in the investigation was complete, and he could finally take a mont to rest.
"Sir, are we going back now?" his adjutant asked.
"Back to the city," He Xieyu replied with a nod.
Without stopping to rest, the two headed back. The investigation process regarding the Mayor's connection with black market middlen was still ongoing. For now, the Mayor was under house arrest, and He Xieyu had to temporarily take over his duties.
Pinching the bridge of his nose, He Xieyu sighed and thought, 'I hope the Mayor has nothing to do with the middlen. Otherwise, it will be hard for anyone to escape punishnt.'
At the sa ti, in the town's black market, Pan Chiyan and Xie Xuanzi were sitting inside a dilapidated house, facing Houzi.
Seeing how calm he was, Xie Xuanzi raised his eyebrows and said, "Seeing is better than hearing. The reputation of Boss Houzi is indeed well-deserved. You are not only smart and capable, but also calm."
Hearing his words, Houzi smiled and said, "Comrade, I'm just a nobody. I don't deserve such praise."
After saying this, he observed them closely and added, "I wonder what brings the two of you to visit in person?"
"Boss Houzi, we already know about your dealings with the Mayor's wife, and we have evidence of your cris," Xie Xuanzi said, placing a folder on the table.
"Oh?" Houzi glanced at the folder but didn't touch it. "If you already have the evidence but haven't arrested , I suppose you want my help solving the food shortage problem."
At his words, appreciation flickered in both Pan Chiyan and Xie Xuanzi's eyes. They had dealt with many middlen, but none had Houzi's composure.
"It seems Boss Houzi is well aware of the situation in the capital," Pan Chiyan said with a smile.
Houzi spread his arms and replied, "As soone who makes a living in this line of work, I have to keep up with the market. Otherwise, how could I continue my business?"
Nodding in agreent, Pan Chiyan said, "Then I'm sure Boss Houzi also knows what you should do in this situation."
"If you expect to give you grain for free, then I'm afraid I will have to disappoint you. But if you have co to do business, you are more than welco," Houzi said casually.
Pan Chiyan tapped his fingers on the table for a mont before speaking again. "Since Boss Houzi is willing to do business, you must have enough stock. I wonder where you got these grains."
Houzi chuckled and replied, "Comrade, you know we never reveal our sources or our custors' information. If you are here for that, I'm afraid you will have to leave empty-handed."
The room fell into a brief silence after his words. Suddenly, Bajie opened the door and said, "Boss, here are the things you asked for."
He placed several bags on the table and quietly left.
Seeing how calm Houzi's subordinate was, Pan Chiyan chuckled and said, "Cousin, it's been years since we last saw each other, and you are still good at training your people."
Xie Xuanzi was stunned by his words. He turned to look at him and asked, "Comrade Pan, you know Boss Houzi?"
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