Qi Tongwei: Can I be young again?

"explain."

Liang Qunfeng nodded. "Actually, Yu Youwei is Zhao Lichun's pawn. Her meeting with Xiao Hongyun was also arranged by Zhao Lichun."

Qi Tongwei frowned slightly. "So, Zhao Lichun knows Xiao Hongyun very well?"

“Hehe, don’t underestimate Zhao Lichun. His strength is above mine.” Liang Qunfeng said frankly, “Do you know that Xiao Hongyun and his first wife were childhood sweethearts and deeply in love? But in an accident twenty years ago, his wife passed away. Since then, Xiao Hongyun has been like a lone wolf. He has never remarried and has never had any scandals until Yu Youwei appeared.”

“Yu Youwei and his first wife were 80% similar, and it was this 80% similarity that was enough to kill Xiao Hongyun.”

"In fact, Xiao Hongyun knew Yu Youwei's identity from the first meeting, but he pretended to be confused, deceiving himself and pretending that Yu Youwei was that woman."

"You can call him stupid, but a fool can't become the top leader of Handong."

"But you could say he was smart, knowing that the poison was right in front of him, he still swallowed it without hesitation."

"From then on, Yu Youwei became Zhao Lichun's bargaining chip to control Xiao Hongyun."

"Isn't it awesome?"

"Impressive, truly impressive." Qi Tongwei lit a cigarette and took a deep drag. "Xiao Hongyun's only weakness was actually exploited by Zhao Lichun. I have to admit, he's incredibly skilled."

Previously, in Qi Tongwei's eyes, although Zhao Lichun was awesome, he was still slightly inferior to Xiao Hongyun.

In retrospect, we underestimated Zhao Lichun.

This guy's unorthodox methods are truly amazing; he can even catch such a tiny thread. You can't help but admire him.

But then I thought about it again, and that didn't seem right.

"Old Liang, there should be a twist, right?"

Liang Qunfeng nodded and said in a deep voice, "Tongwei, you are really smart. Xiao Hongyun is not so easy to manipulate. He is serious about Yu Youwei, but he hates Zhao Lichun to the bone. Rumors outside say that Xiao Hongyun and the Handa gang are at odds because of the regime, but in reality... Yu Youwei is the fuse."

"This woman has captivated Xiao Hongyun. At the same time, Xiao Hongyun has begun to retaliate, using his own methods to make Yu Youwei and Zhao Lichun distance themselves from each other, and... the two are already married."

married?

Qi Tongwei felt as if he had been struck by lightning.

“That’s right, Xiao Hongyun and Yu Youwei are a legally married couple, but very few people know about it. Zhao Lichun is one, and I am another.”

"Since you're married, how could you have dared to give ZY those intimate photos of the two of you? Weren't you afraid that Xiao Hongyun would turn the tables on you?"

"Hehe." Liang Qunfeng laughed. "Tongwei, do you think Xiao Hongyun would dare to publicly reveal his relationship with Yu Youwei? Putting aside everything else, Xiao Hongyun is old enough to be Yu Youwei's father! If he dares to reveal this secret, his career will be over! Moreover, when the government traces the source and finds out about Yu Youwei's shameful past, where will Xiao Hongyun put his face?"

"Old Liang, your Han University gang is really good at this!"

"Tongwei, let me emphasize again, I've left the Handa Gang. The current Handa Gang is a bunch of pests led by Zhao Lichun, and it has nothing to do with me! By the way, make my position clear to ZY, so that I won't be included in the reckoning."

"Old Liang, are you really going to sever ties with the Handa gang? Hang in there, maybe you'll be the next provincial party secretary."

"Don't try to trap me." Liang Qunfeng sighed, "I've found my old self again, and... being free of official duties is a great relief. As long as ZY agrees, I'll immediately step down to the second line."

Having said that, Qi Tongwei decided not to probe any further.

They then switched back to the original topic, "So, according to you, Xiao Hongyun is clean?"

Liang Qunfeng pondered for a moment, "Well, compared to Zhao Lichun, he is much cleaner. However, it is an indisputable fact that he protects his protégés, seizes power, and monopolizes politics. It's not a big problem. It just depends on what ZY says."

Where is Zhao Lichun?

"That guy is a cancer, but then again, you can say Zhao Lichun is bad, but you can't say he's incompetent. Over the years, he's been cautious in his actions, and although he's done a lot of bad things, he's always cleaned up his messes. It's very difficult to get rid of him."

"Don't you even have any evidence against him?"

"Really not." Liang Qunfeng said with a wry smile, "Although I brought Zhao Lichun into the industry, this guy is very ambitious and has always been wary of me. Even if I investigate him, I can't do anything about him."

"so smart?"

“Hmm.” Liang Qunfeng nodded. “Tongwei, I really have high hopes for you. However, I still want to remind you that if ZY really wants you to take action against Zhao Lichun, be careful. His forte is not the honey trap.”

"what is that?"

“Kill him to silence him.” Liang Qunfeng said solemnly, “Before, no matter how Xiao Hongyun and I fought, we still had a bottom line. But Zhao Lichun is different. This guy not only has no bottom line, but also no humanity. That’s why I left the Han University Gang. I don’t want to be killed by him.”

"Also, Zhao Lichun's son Zhao Ruilong and daughter Zhao Xiaohui are both ruthless characters."

"Tongwei, if possible, please let someone else from ZY take over this task. I'm really afraid that one day I won't be able to see you anymore."

"Hehehe..." Qi Tongwei quickly waved his hand, "Old Liang, we were just chatting and joking around tonight. Everything we said is just smoke and mirrors."

Liang Qunfeng immediately understood, "It's just nonsense, nobody will take it seriously."

"Oh dear, I forgot the time while bragging, it's already twelve o'clock, let's go."

"Oh, by the way, do you want the rest of the cigarettes?"

Liang Qunfeng held a half-pack of loose cigarettes and stared at Qi Tongwei.

I'm really looking forward to it.

Qi Tongwei paused for a moment, but still chose to refuse, though he escorted Liang Qunfeng to the dormitory.

Just as we got on the road, Secretary Guan's car arrived.

After getting into the car, Liang Qunfeng waved vigorously.

Qi Tongwei's gaze was piercing, like a tiger gently sniffing a rose...

Chapter 131 Main Attack on Zhao Lichun

Tonight's conversation with Liang Qunfeng can no longer be described as explosive.

To exaggerate a bit, Liang Qunfeng, as if he were giving up, completely exposed the true nature of the Han University gang and Xiao Hongyun.

This guy, unable to afford the meal himself, chose to overturn the table.

The key point is that he continued to feign madness.

Of course, from his perspective, he couldn't cause any real trouble. All he did was try to show ZY his determination in order to protect himself.

If he wants to reform, he first has to get past the Zhong family.

To get past the Zhong family, one cannot avoid Qi Tongwei.

The next day.

Qi Tongwei called Gu Jinhua and truthfully reported everything that had happened recently, as well as Liang Qunfeng's current attitude.

On the other end of the phone, Gu Jinhua remained silent for a long time.

After a long pause, he spoke up: "Tongwei, with your judgment, do you think Liang Qunfeng's words can be trusted?"

“Okay! Liang Qunfeng no longer intends to associate with the Han University gang. His biggest wish is that ZY will not hold it against him and that he can retire with dignity! At this point, he dares not lie or play tricks, otherwise... he knows what the consequences will be.”

Gu Jinhua nodded. "That makes sense. But what do you think? Are you willing to give him some face?"

"Of course I don't want to," Qi Tongwei said truthfully. "I am no saint, and I cannot repay evil with good. I have never forgotten the persecution I suffered at the hands of Liang Qunfeng."

"Hehe." Gu Jinhua laughed. "A true man should be clear about right and wrong, so what do you plan to do next?"

"Currently, Liang Qunfeng seems to have behaved himself and won't make any moves. As for Xiao Hongyun, he has problems, but not major ones. I suggest we let the Discipline Inspection Commission talk to him. The most troublesome one right now is Zhao Lichun! Liang Qunfeng said that Zhao Lichun is ruthless and his specialty is killing to silence witnesses."

“I’ve heard about Zhao Lichun’s methods; he’s certainly not easy to deal with. Why don’t you lay low for now, and I’ll have someone else investigate him again?”

"No need," Qi Tongwei said decisively. "Aunt Gu, I like to tackle tough challenges."

"Sure?"

"Sure!"

"Alright." Gu Jinhua continued, "I'll report Liang Qunfeng and Xiao Hongyun's issues to Xiao Ai's uncle; he'll be able to handle it easily! As for you, focus on keeping an eye on Zhao Lichun. Contact me anytime if you encounter any problems!"

"Thank you, Aunt Gu."

"No need to be so polite with Auntie. By the way, come visit Beijing sometime. Grandpa Xiao Ai misses you. He says you're good at chess and wants you to play a few more games with him."

Qi Tongwei scratched his head, a little embarrassed, "Okay, please tell Grandpa Zhong that I will definitely visit him in Beijing after things are settled here."

"Okay, stay safe."

"Understood, Aunt Gu."

After hanging up the phone, Qi Tongwei stretched his muscles and felt much more relaxed.

For now, he can put aside the issues concerning Xiao Hongyun and Liang Qunfeng.

After all, Gu Jinhua said that it would be more appropriate for Zhong Zhengqian to handle these two people.

These two can still be saved.

The involvement of the ZY Discipline Inspection Commission is tantamount to giving the two a chance. If they don't cherish it, it won't be too late for the procuratorate to take action.

As for Zhao Lichun, ZY has no intention of giving him a chance.

This guy... can't be kept alive.

However, Liang Qunfeng also said that Zhao Lichun is a meticulous person, and it would be difficult and dangerous to find fault with him.

If you don't enter a tiger's den, you can't get a tiger's son.

When you do big things, there are always risks involved.

……

Over the next two weeks, the atmosphere in the officialdom of Handong became noticeably off.