The country entrusted me to buy an aircraft carrier, Hou Liangping, do you dare to investigate?

Zhong Xiaoai couldn't help but feel happy when she thought about what happened that day. It proved that she had a good eye for men.

Fortunately, Zhong Zhengguo is here today, so we can talk to him and clear up any past misunderstandings.

Ever since Hou Liangping married Zhong Xiaoai, Zhong Zhengguo has always had a stern face towards him and has never said a kind word to him.

Not to mention the things Hou Liangping did some time ago, which Zhong Zhengguo found even more unacceptable.

As a member of the anti-corruption bureau, it's quite embarrassing that he couldn't even control his own subordinates.

Although they wouldn't say it to his face, there would definitely be a lot of gossip behind his back.

So when Zhong Xiaoai suggested sending Hou Liangping to Handong, Zhong Zhengguo readily agreed. He wanted Hou Liangping to go to Handong and try his luck, hoping that if he could make a contribution, he could be promoted after returning.

In time, those rumors will naturally disappear, and those who disobey will receive their due punishment.

These days, with Hou Liangping away from the capital, Zhong Zhengguo can finally breathe a sigh of relief.

And so, they returned home early.

When Zhong Xiaoai saw Zhong Zhengguo return, she stopped what she was doing and said with a smile.

"Dad, you're back. Please sit down for a while. Dinner will be ready soon."

Seeing his daughter's happy expression, Zhong Zhengguo smiled and nodded.

These days, this must be the happiest time for Zhong Xiaoai. It's all because of Hou Liangping that they, father and daughter, have had so much unnecessary trouble.

Zhong Xiaoai quickly prepared the meal, placed it on the table, and cheerfully pulled Zhong Zhengguo to sit down.

Zhong Zhengguo watched her actions, smiled, and remained silent.

The two sat down, and Zhong Zhengguo looked at Zhong Xiaoai, who had a big smile on her face, and said calmly.

"Tell me, what's the good news?"

Zhong Xiaoai then put down her chopsticks and said with a smile.

"Dad, you'd better sit down. Let me tell you, Liangping handled things exceptionally well in Handong this time. Even Secretary Huang praised him."

"Look, he's only been there a few days, and Secretary Huang has already noticed him. That means he's quite capable, right?"

“Your daughter is still a good choice, isn’t she? You need to change your attitude towards her in the future. You can’t always have such a stern face.”

Upon hearing Zhong Xiaoai's words, Zhong Zhengguo's face darkened, but he felt a sliver of relief in his heart.

After thinking for a moment, Zhong Zhengguo spoke slowly.

"Secretary Huang mentioned him? It seems things are progressing well. But let's hope he can keep it up."

Zhong Zhengguo knew his son-in-law quite well; in the past, he was quite capable in handling things.

However, ever since he married his daughter, he has become a bit unruly in his dealings. Of course, it's fine if he solves the case, but it would be terrible if he couldn't.

Furthermore, Hou Liangping is stubborn and sometimes he will not give up until he achieves his goal, which is why he arranged for Hou Liangping to be assigned to the anti-corruption bureau.

Sometimes, what's needed in anti-corruption work is that kind of drive.

Over the years, Hou Liangping has done a good job. Although he had Hou Liangping's support, Zhong Zhengguo was very satisfied that Hou Liangping had been able to rise step by step to the position of director.

Hearing Zhong Zhengguo's words, Zhong Xiaoai pouted helplessly. She felt that no matter how outstanding Hou Liangping was, he was not qualified in Zhong Zhengguo's eyes.

Just as Zhong Xiaoai was about to say a few more words to Hou Liangping, Zhong Zhengguo's phone rang.

Zhong Zhengguo picked up his phone and saw that it was Ji Yueming calling. A smile involuntarily appeared on Zhong Zhengguo's face.

"It seems that Liangping really did a good job this time. Even my old colleagues called me."

Upon hearing this, Zhong Xiaoai revealed a smug smile.

Zhong Zhengguo answered the phone and spoke slowly.

"Yueming, what made you think of calling me?"

Upon hearing this, Ji Yueming frowned slightly. Logically, he shouldn't have told Zhong Zhengguo about this, but he trusted that Zhong Zhengguo wouldn't let personal matters interfere with his work, so he didn't mince words and spoke directly.

"Jung-guk, I'm calling you because I have something to tell you."

"Your son-in-law, Hou Liangping, has been reported for suspected embezzlement. Comrade Sha Ruijin, the Party Secretary of Handong Province, called me specifically. I have already set up an investigation team and am preparing to go to Handong to thoroughly investigate the matter."

"Jung-guk, you should make preparations for this as soon as possible."

Upon hearing this, Zhong Zhengguo frowned deeply, glanced at Zhong Xiaoai subconsciously, and then said in a deep voice.

"Yueming, I know about this."

"This matter should be investigated in the proper way, and it should be investigated strictly."

“Now that he’s been reported, we must get to the bottom of this. Don’t let me get away with anything for his sake.”

"This matter must be thoroughly investigated, and I will absolutely not interfere with how the investigation is conducted."

"However, I have a favor to ask: could Xiao Ai accompany the investigation team this time?"

Zhong Zhengguo's handling of the situation was remarkably swift; in his position, he had weathered countless storms.

His first thought was whether someone would use this as a tool to attack him.

He wanted to send Zhong Xiaoai not to abuse his power, but to ensure the authenticity of the investigation process and prevent others from tampering with it.

Upon hearing this, Ji Yueming understood Zhong Zhengguo's thoughts. After pondering for a moment, he spoke calmly.

“Jung-guk, this is a bit against the rules.”

Asking a wife to investigate her husband is tantamount to embezzlement, but we have to give her face.

With Zhong Xiaoai's intelligence, I believe she would never do anything against the rules.

If it is found that Hou Liangping was indeed guilty of embezzlement and bribery, then they should sever ties with Hou Liangping immediately.

But if Hou Liangping was wronged, those who slandered him will not be allowed to get away with it.

Thinking of this, Ji Yueming sighed.

"Alright, since you've said so, I trust your character. Here's what we'll do: tomorrow, have Xiao Ai go to Handong with our investigation team."

Zhong Zhengguo nodded silently upon hearing this.

"Okay, Yueming, thank you for this."

With that, Zhong Zhengguo hung up the phone and sat there silently with a gloomy face.

Seeing this, Zhong Xiaoai asked curiously.

"Dad, what happened?"

Zhong Zhengguo glanced at her, then snorted coldly.

"It's all because of your good husband. He's only been in Handong for a few days and he's already been reported for suspected embezzlement. You were just praising him, but I think he's a complete failure, utterly useless."

Upon hearing this, Zhong Xiaoai immediately stood up and said nervously.

"Dad, this is impossible, this is absolutely impossible. I know Liangping's character. He would never embezzle. Someone must have framed him."