Official Career Storm

After listening to Captain Shi's words, Song Guanchao uttered a soft "hmm" and fell into thought.

This former mayor was indeed decisive, running away so abruptly, without any hesitation.

To be honest, Song Guanchao had thought he might run away, but didn't expect it to happen so soon.

After all, he currently doesn't have any substantial evidence.

Even if those deputy chiefs were ultimately pressured, it wouldn't necessarily incriminate him.

They are from the police department, and the direct connection is surely Qin Yuejin, it's impossible for them to hold any evidence of He Sen's crimes.

From the current situation, there's no need for the He Sen father and son to worry.

Yet they chose to run, and so decisively.

Song Guanchao had to suspect that their decision to flee might not be out of fear of being arrested, but for other reasons.

"Other reasons..."

Song Guanchao squinted his eyes, making some guesses internally.

It's likely because of Luo Sanming.

Is this guy afraid of Luo Sanming?

He always thought He Sen and Luo Sanming were in an equal partnership.

Now it seems that might not be the case.

Their statuses aren't equal.

However, for him to be frightened to the point of running, this Luo Sanming seems to be quite ruthless.

"Let them run, then."

Song Guanchao said, "Continue the investigation, issue a warrant if there's evidence; if not, let it be for now."

"I'm going to the City Committee, call me if there's anything."

Upon arriving at the City Committee, Song Guanchao said, "He Sen has run away."

Wu Qiangwei froze, reacting similarly to Song Guanchao.

Song Guanchao said, "I think we can inform Luo Sanming of this news. What's your opinion, Secretary?"

Wu Qiangwei said, "I'll discuss it with Secretary Qu and see her opinion."

She called Qu Xiangru, and a few minutes later, put down the receiver, "Secretary Qu has no objections; proceed as you think fit."

Song Guanchao took out his phone, "Do you have Luo Sanming's number, Secretary?"

"I'll send it to you."

After receiving the number, Song Guanchao contacted Luo Sanming right in front of her.

"Mr. Luo, this is Song Guanchao."

"Hello, District Chief Song."

Luo Sanming's voice still sounded elegant and gentle.

Song Guanchao said, "I have some news here that might interest Mr. Luo."

"Haha, what news could that be?"

"He Sen and his son have fled."

Luo Sanming was silent for two seconds, then chuckled again, "Have they committed a crime?"

"Currently, there's no evidence to prove that."

"If they haven't broken the law, what's this talk about fleeing?"

"..." Song Guanchao was momentarily speechless by his retort.

This guy is playing word games.

"If Mr. Luo doesn't need my reminder, I won't disturb you further."

Song Guanchao hung up the call directly.

Luo Sanming put down the phone, his smile vanished.

He Sen has fled...

But the police don't have the necessary evidence.

Then what caused him to flee suddenly?

Could it be that he guessed I was planning to act against him?

Luo Sanming squinted his eyes and dialed He Sen's number.

The call was quickly answered, He Sen didn't refuse.

"Mr. Luo."

"Old He, heard you were under police investigation?"

"Was called to stay for a night."

He Sen said, "Regarding the Lehui Loan Company matter."

Luo Sanming responded with an "oh" and said, "I met Secretary Qu and Secretary Wu yesterday."

He Sen's heart stirred, apparently surprised he would directly bring this up.

"I initially wanted to ask Secretary Qu for a personal favor, to suppress this matter, but Secretary Qu wasn't willing to give me face, intending to investigate thoroughly."

"Let her investigate then," He Sen said, "Le Hui Company has nothing to do with me, they won't find anything. Even if they do, it has no relation to me, I've already left Lingjiang."

He Sen knew the purpose of the call, but feigned ignorance.

Luo Sanming understood his meaning too; neither wanted to tear away the pretenses, both pretending ignorance.

"As long as there's no connection, it's fine."

"Old He, make sure you hide well, don't let Secretary Qu know your whereabouts, otherwise, it could be very dangerous."

He Sen's heart tightened, knowing he was being warned.

He was secretly relieved, thankful for his alertness to flee at once.

He had no doubt Luo Sanming would act against him in the next couple of days.

"Rest assured, Mr. Luo, unless I show myself, no one can find me."

After a friendly chat, the call was ended.

Luo Sanming smoked a cigar in silence, feeling the situation was tricky.

This call confirmed that He Sen knew last night he was going to attack him.

But, how did he find out?

"Qu Xiangru!"

His eyes sparkled, suspecting it was likely Qu Xiangru who revealed last night's conversation to He Sen.

This was the only reason, otherwise, He Sen wouldn't have fled so decisively.

Luo Sanming squinted his eyes, remained silent for a long time, then picked up his phone again.

"Hello, Mayor Zhang..."

...

Song Guanchao had lunch at the City Committee cafeteria.

Afterward, he returned to the division.

At three in the afternoon, he received a call from Wu Qiangwei.

"The person backing Luo Sanming has appeared."

"Who is it?"

Song Guanchao was surprised; he didn't expect Luo Sanming's backer to show up so quickly.

"Jiangzhou City's Deputy Mayor, Zhang Yan."

Turns out she's the Deputy Mayor from the Provincial City.

This backer's level was lower than Song Guanchao had imagined.

He thought Luo Sanming's backer would at least be a provincial leader.

However, the Provincial City's Deputy Mayor isn't an ordinary prefecture-level city.

With steady progress, as long as there's no mishap, the next step is becoming the Mayor, and then directly moving to the province, joining the Provincial Committee ranks.

So strictly speaking, Mayor Zhang's level isn't low either.

Wu Qiangwei said, "Zhang Yan is inviting Secretary Qu and me for dinner tonight."

Song Guanchao frowned, "Is Mayor Zhang so confident that she can make Secretary Qu overlook this matter?"

Wu Qiangwei said, "She'll certainly have terms to discuss; it depends if the terms satisfy Secretary Qu."

"You should come tonight as well."

"Alright."

Song Guanchao felt a little uneasy.

Mainly because the person backing Luo Sanming appeared too fast.

Moreover, he still hasn't obtained strong evidence yet.

Not only can't he take down Luo Sanming, but even the He Sen father and son are untouchable for now.

He had expressed great confidence in front of Secretary Gao.

Plus, Secretary Gao intended to nurture him, providing an opportunity to achieve.

He didn't want to mess up this great chance.

Let's see tonight, what Mayor Zhang has to say.

...

At six in the evening.

Still at the same restaurant as last time.

In a private room, Luo Sanming had arrived early.

Beside him sat a woman just over forty but well-maintained, possessing both looks and charisma.

This was the Provincial City's Deputy Mayor, Zhang Yan.

Zhang Yan placed her palm in his hand, speaking casually, "Qin Yuejin's death impacted her greatly, Qu Xiangru won't give me face. If she doesn't give me face, then she'll have to be dealt with."

Luo Sanming pulled her into his arms, touching her rounded buttocks, "Besides the two Secretaries, that Song Guanchao also needs to be dealt with."

Zhang Yan inserted her hand into his pants, asking, "How do you plan to deal with it?"

Luo Sanming's eyes flashed with a dangerous look, calmly saying, "Someone will die tonight."