The news of Mr. Ming being investigated, although concealed with intent, couldn't withstand the fact that there are many people in the world who are eager to know. Therefore, many people knew about his investigation, and as a result, dared not interact with him much, fearing they might get implicated as well.
Mr. Ming made several phone calls in succession, but each was tactfully declined, leaving him somewhat disappointed.
Finally, he made another phone call. However, the person who answered informed him that the person he was looking for was suspended from work.
This news dealt another heavy blow to Mr. Ming, as that person was his trump card, whom he thought could help him regain his footing.
Unexpectedly, that person, just like him, was also suspended from work.
