Chapter 1838
Secretary Fan watched the tightly clenched fists and silent tears of Lin Siyuan, and couldn’t help but sigh lightly.
Jiang Wangshan patted his shoulder and said, "Mr. Lin, you have been wronged."
Lin Siyuan pressed his lips tightly, wiped away his tears, forced a smile, shook his head, and said nothing.
He didn’t want to seek sympathy from others, nor did he need it.
During these years on the run, he has realized that relying on others is not as good as relying on oneself. Only by being strong oneself can one avoid being bullied.
They sat in the office for about a quarter of an hour before Chen Bolli arrived.
He promised Lin Siyuan face-to-face that he would certainly handle the case and ensure justice for him.
After the conversation, he asked Jiang Wangshan to check into a hotel room for Lin Siyuan to stay and assigned someone for protection.
This case was handed over to Jiang Wangshan for handling.
Meanwhile.
After leaving the teahouse, Liu Huarui called Director Qi of the Maqu County Public Security Bureau, asking him to first release Song Guanchao, and then arrange a dinner meeting. He would join them later.
Initially, he was unaware of this case.
It wasn’t until Lin Siyuan was prosecuted that Liu Hua Yong informed him.
Liu Huarui was very angry at the time, angry not because they bullied him by relying on power, but because they acted without consulting him.
But since it happened, he must find a way to resolve it.
Fortunately, the opposing party was merely a villager without background, who had already fled before the police apprehended.
He almost forgot about this matter until Song Guanchao’s involvement reminded him.
𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶
He did not want the situation to escalate, nor could he truly arrest Song Guanchao.
Bullying a villager is fine, but Song Guanchao is an official, even if from another province, he is still an official.
Which cadre at the department level within the system doesn’t have some connections?
To truly arrest him, the case would certainly become widely known.
Once it escalates, it becomes difficult to handle.
So, while the matter isn’t resolved, he needs to meet Song Guanchao, propose a dinner and apologize to calm him down and prevent the matter from getting bigger.
Director Qi loudly stated on the phone that he would strictly follow Director Liu’s instructions and would not let him down.
After expressing his attitude, Director Qi personally went to the detention room, smiling as he opened the iron door.
"Director Song, you have been wronged," he said apologetically.
Seeing Song Guanchao’s puzzled eyes sizing him up, Director Qi said, "Qi Qian, the director of the county bureau."
"Does Director Qi have any business?"
"I’m here to invite you out."
"Where to?"
"Is Director Song still angry?"
Qi Qian, acting all familiar, patted his shoulder and said, "I heard from the people below that Director Song was trapped in a honey trap? Don’t worry, in Maqu County, I have a say in security matters. I’ve already sent people to find that woman and handle it as a false police report."
He heard from his subordinates that Song Guanchao demanded action against the woman who falsely accused him.
If so, let’s give him some face.
Anyway, just saying it, whether it’s handled or not is up to me.
Having said this much, Song Guanchao had no reason to remain, so he nodded, stood up, and walked out.
The police returned his belongings. Once out the county bureau door, Song Guanchao found Qi Qian still following him.
"No need to see me off, Director Qi."
"Director Song, where do you live? I’ll take you there, and tonight Director Liu invites you for dinner, I’ll pick you up."
"Which Director Liu?"
Qi Qian said mysteriously, "Secretary Liu’s brother, the deputy director of Fengcheng District Subbureau in Beijing."
Song Guanchao oh-ed, thought for two seconds, and reported a hotel address.
Qi Qian saw his cooperation and accepted the dinner invitation, thinking internally, Song Guanchao should be appeased now.
During the dinner event in the evening, I can toast a few more glasses; maybe we can bond through this.
He escorted Song Guanchao to the hotel, immediately called to arrange the hotel, and after everything was set, he phoned Liu Huarui to report.
Here, Song Guanchao entered the hotel and borrowed a phone from the front desk to call Liang Jiajia.
His mobile phone was still with her, and he didn’t have any cash on him; he needed her to bring it over.
"You’re out?" Liang Jiajia breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing his voice.
"Just got out; tonight Liu Hua Yong’s brother is inviting me to dine, how is it on your side?"
"What can I be? I’m on duty. What’s the situation with Lin Siyuan’s case?"
"It’s just a day; it won’t be fast. I’ll inform you as soon as there’s news. Come over after your shift and bring the phone."
"Got it."
After hanging up, Song Guanchao did not book a room, mainly because he didn’t have the money to book.
He just sat in the lobby resting area, squinting and resting.
Around four in the afternoon, a familiar fragrance wafted into his nose. He opened his eyes and saw Liang Jiajia, still in her uniform, standing in front of him.
She was tall and well-built, looking dashing in this outfit.
The resting area passengers who were sitting waiting cast astonishing glances.
"Off duty so early?" Song Guanchao walked over, took the phone, and incidentally booked a room.
He returned to the room, took a shower, and changed into the clothes she specifically brought him.
Before he could say a few words to Liang Jiajia, Director Qi called.
"Director Song, Director Liu has arrived; I’m coming to pick you up."
"Alright."
Song Guanchao put the phone down and said, "You should go home; once I finish handling things here, I’ll find you."
Liang Jiajia pouted slightly, having spent the entire Lunar New Year’s second day running around for this case, unable to find time even to watch a movie.
She was merely downhearted, without complaint.
This case, she was actually more concerned than Song Guanchao.
Seeing her disappointment, Song Guanchao hugged her, kissed her deeply for several minutes, and then let go: "I’ll handle this quickly, then accompany you for a tour of Beijing in the coming days."
"Okay." Liang Jiajia had been physically sensitive these days; just kissing made her weak.
However, time was limited, and Song Guanchao didn’t want to hastily end it. The feeling of being in limbo was even more uncomfortable.
Grabbing his jacket, he left, waiting in the lobby until Qi Qian drove up.
Getting in the car, Qi Qian, acting all familiar, said, "Director Liu was originally going to pay respects to the leaders. Upon hearing about your situation in the county, he immediately came over."
"Director Liu is quite particular," Song Guanchao responded following his lead.
Soon, the car arrived at a hotel.
Qi Qian led him to the largest room on the sixth floor, with an entire wall of floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the county’s artificial lake.
The room was approximately a hundred square meters, divided into dining and resting areas. The floor was softly carpeted with imported Persian rugs, intricately patterned yet tasteful.
Above the dining area hung a luxurious white crystal chandelier, sparkling and brilliant, while soft spotlights adorned the resting area ceiling. At this moment, a man around fifty years old, precisely Liu Huarui, sat on the sofa on the phone.
Qi Qian stopped by the sofa, worried about disturbing him.
Song Guanchao guessed this guy deliberately chose this time to make a phone call, trying to give him a surprise.
Not caring for Liu Huarui, he bypassed the coffee table and boldly sat down.
Qi Qian frowned, thinking Song Guanchao’s actions disrespected Director Liu.
Liu Huarui smiled at him, quickly spoke a few words into his phone, hung up before he sat down, then extended his hand to Song Guanchao: "Hello, Director Song."