Qin Mu's voice grew increasingly urgent. As the leader himself, he exerted immense pressure on Zhang Kui, who broke out in a cold sweat and trembled slightly.
His performance at this moment would determine his future.
The news that Secretary Yu was under investigation by the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection—in the past, he might not have believed it, treating it as a joke. But Secretary Yu's unusual behavior this afternoon confirmed everything.
Perhaps Secretary Yu knew he was being investigated, which explained his outburst.
The more this happened, the more nervous Zhang Kui became. If Secretary Yu was finished, his position as secretary was almost certain.
Unless… he found a new patron!
In all of Huaining, only County Head Qin could protect him.
"County Chief Qin, Secretary Yu has definitely engaged in embezzlement and other heinous acts, but... I... I truly haven't participated, and he won't tell me."
Zhang Kui quickly added, "Secretary Yu doesn't trust many people. My responsibilities are only what's publicly stated, not involving illegal or unethical activities."
"Because he doesn't trust me!"
Qin Mu had been listening patiently. He believed Zhang Kui's words, but rhetoric is a complex art.
Zhang Kui was setting a trap for him.
"It seems Secretary Zhang still doesn't quite trust me."
Qin Mu said calmly, "In that case, there's no need for further discussion. You should go back. I have other matters to attend to, so I won't waste any more words."
With that, he turned and left without hesitation.
He knew Zhang Kui would definitely call him back.
"County Chief Qin, wait a minute!"
Sure enough, Qin Mu had only taken three steps when Zhang Kui rushed forward, blocking his path. "I really haven't hidden anything from you," he said. "About Secretary Yu's affairs... I truly wasn't involved!"
"You weren't involved, I believe you, but to say you knew absolutely nothing is hard for me to believe."
Qin Mu said calmly, "Zhang Kui, at a time like this, you're still trying to play mind games with me? Do you think I don't understand what you're saying?"
"I'm not as cunning as Yu Xuewen, but I'm definitely not some naive newbie in officialdom who can be easily fooled!"
Hiss...
Upon hearing this, Zhang Kui was utterly shocked!
He had indeed tried to deceive County Chief Qin and get away with it!
He hadn't participated in Yu Xuewen's illegal and disorderly conduct, but that didn't mean he knew nothing.
As the secretary to the county party secretary, how could he not know what kind of person the secretary was?
"County Chief Qin, I'm sorry!"
Zhang Kui honestly apologized. "I was wrong. I shouldn't have hidden anything from you!"
He thought that County Chief Qin hadn't been out of the military for long and hadn't yet become a cunning old fox; he thought the other party wouldn't see through his little trick.
Unfortunately, he was overthinking things and underestimated County Chief Qin's wisdom.
"Heaven's sins may be forgiven, but man's sins are unforgivable. Zhang Kui, if you don't want to leave your official career like Yu Xuewen, now is your only chance."
Qin Mu looked at him and said seriously.
"County Chief Qin, Secretary Yu's actions are actually very secretive. He usually sends me away when he meets with Deputy County Chief Wang and others."
Zhang Kui slowly continued, "Furthermore, Secretary Yu is very cautious. Whenever it involves illegal matters, he always communicates verbally, never sending messages or making phone calls, leaving no trace!"
"This is why he has managed to remain uninvolved despite experiencing so many upheavals over the years."
"There's nothing suspicious in the county committee compound or in Secretary Yu's office. If you want to find fault with Secretary Yu, there are only two places."
"One is the top floor of Juxian Building, where Secretary Yu goes to have fun and amuse himself; he goes there once or twice a week!"
"The other place is Wenyu Tourism Company. Secretary Yu goes there quite often too. I haven't actually been there, but I have a vague feeling that that's Secretary Yu's real headquarters!"
Only after hearing this was Qin Mu satisfied!
Zhang Kui hadn't lied to him; he had told the truth!
It's quite simple. Qin Mu knew about the situation on the top floor of Juxianlou, but he had completely overlooked the other company, Wenyu Tourism.
Furthermore, Qin Mu had informed the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection about the situation on the top floor of Juxianlou. The fact that they investigated for so many days without finding anything suggests something.
It means that the top floor of Juxianlou really was just a place for Yu Xuewen to have fun!
If they really wanted to find evidence against Yu Xuewen, perhaps it was at Wenyu Tourism Company?
This would explain why the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection had made no progress!
"County Chief Qin, this is really all I know."
Seeing that County Chief Qin remained silent, Zhang Kui quickly added, "I used to be just a junior staff member. Secretary Yu took a liking to me and promoted me to secretary. I cherish this opportunity and always wanted to serve Secretary Yu well, hoping to have the chance to go to the grassroots level and realize my ambitions. Unfortunately, I..."
"If what you say is true, and it can withstand an investigation by the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection, I will give you a chance to realize your ambitions."
Qin Mu patted Zhang Kui on the shoulder and said, "We'll keep today's events a secret. I don't want anyone else to know!"
"I'm leaving!"
With that, he walked out.
Leaving Zhang Kui standing there, watching County Chief Qin's retreating figure, unable to forget it for a long time.
...
Qin Mu left Zhang Kui's house and headed straight for the restaurant address Zhao Yanan had sent.
On the way, he thought about what Zhang Kui had just said. It seemed necessary to thoroughly investigate Wenyu Tourism Company.
Until Yu Xuewen was eliminated, Qin Mu couldn't focus on construction.
After all, with someone constantly standing behind him with a knife, ready to stab him at any moment, Qin Mu couldn't concentrate on his work.
"You've finally arrived!"
Upon entering the restaurant, Qin Mu immediately saw Zhao Yanan stand up and wave. Beside Zhao Yanan sat Tian Weiwei.
"Just finished working. Sorry to keep you waiting."
Qin Mu stepped forward and said with a smile.
"I'm not in a hurry. Some people want to talk to you!"
Zhao Yanan chuckled, gesturing to Tian Weiwei beside her.
"Really? What does Ms. Tian want to say to me?"
Qin Mu asked casually.
My turn?
Tian Weiwei took a deep breath, suddenly opened a bottle of wine, and looked at Qin Mu, saying, "County Chief Qin, I apologize for what happened before. On behalf of Tianke Group, I apologize!"
"I'll finish this bottle first!"
With that, she raised the bottle and gulped it down! Good heavens!
So fierce?
Qin Mu was stunned. At this moment, Tian Weiwei truly possessed the aura of a heroine!