After descending the mountain, the aloof female CEO became attached to me.

Chapter 128

On the way to the restaurant, Chu Tian sent a message to Gao Shengqiang, asking him to start investigating the rare metals.

The Chu family was destroyed and their treasure was lost. The murderer's goal was to use the treasure's power to achieve hegemony.

Therefore, as long as it is known which force is mining rare metals in large quantities, it is likely the mastermind behind it.

The Chinese government maintains very strict regulations regarding the mining of rare metals.

Most rare metals are controlled by the state.

However, cases of embezzlement are not uncommon.

Wherever someone does it, there will always be evidence.

In just a few years, Gao Shengqiang was able to develop into the CEO of a multi-billion dollar group and dominate Guicheng.

His methods were extraordinary.

In the eyes of important figures, Gao Shengqiang might not even be considered a big shot.

But it is precisely because they are not in the top ranks that they are most easily overlooked, thus achieving unexpected results.

While I was thinking, we arrived at the restaurant.

It's a Western restaurant with luxurious decor.

Lan Yingying excitedly pulled Chu Tian inside.

However, as soon as I entered, I saw a group of people noisily gathered together.

"Chen Xiaoyu, you treated us to this meal today, but now Director Zhang has been poisoned. What exactly happened?"

"Needless to say! She must be trying to poison Director Zhang to clear the way for Director Li."

“That’s right. Everyone knows that Director Li and Director Zhang are mortal enemies, and Chen Xiaoyu is Director Li’s lackey.”

"Using a drinking party to commit murder, disregarding human life. Chen Xiaoyu, I never imagined you could be so vicious."

Chen Xiaoyu, who was being condemned by everyone, bit her lip and explained angrily.

"I did not poison him, nor did I plot against Director Zhang."

Deputy Director Wang Tianming glared angrily at Director Zhang, who was sitting in a chair foaming at the mouth, and roared, "You didn't poison him? Then why is Director Zhang like this?"

"You arranged this dinner, so who else could it be?"

Chen Xiaoyu retorted angrily, "It's true that I arranged the dinner, but does that mean I'm the one who poisoned it?"

"Besides, everyone knows that Director Zhang and Director Li are not on the same side. Would I openly and honestly plot against Director Zhang? Am I an idiot?"

These words left everyone around speechless.

That makes a lot of sense, but Wang Tianming didn't think so. He said coldly, "That's just what a normal person thinks. Who knows if you're doing the opposite?"

"He deliberately poisoned Director Zhang in front of everyone in order to mislead everyone and exonerate himself."

These words caused a shift in everyone's thinking once again.

What Chen Xiaoyu said makes sense.

What Wang Tianming said makes a lot of sense.

As the ancients said, the most dangerous place is the safest place.

As a police officer, counter-surveillance is a fundamental skill for Chen Xiaoyu.

Chen Xiaoyu was so angry she almost lost her temper, and said bluntly, "Did a donkey kick your head?"

"Chen Xiaoyu..."

Wang Tianming flew into a rage and pointed at Chen Xiaoyu, shouting, "You are now the prime suspect in the plot to murder Director Zhang. No matter how you try to deny it, you can't shake off your status as a suspect."

"I am now formally arresting you in my capacity as Deputy Superintendent of Police."

"If you dare to resist, you will be arrested, and don't blame me for being impolite then."

Wang Tianming completely lost his patience and spoke in a harsh tone.

Then police officers were summoned to take Chen Xiaoyu away.

Chen Xiaoyu, who was also a police officer, was immediately filled with anger.

Although she was new to the police force, she would not tolerate others slandering her at will.

"Let's see who dares to move."

However, before she could put up a resistance, a clear shout suddenly rang out.

Chen Xiaoyu turned around and was stunned. "Yingying, what brings you here?"

Lan Yingying walked over angrily and stood in front of Chen Xiaoyu, saying, "You're arresting my friend without even knowing the facts. Is there no law anymore?"

She had heard the whole story clearly.

Knowing that her best friend was not the kind of person who would take lives lightly, she chose to take sides without hesitation.

Chen Xiaoyu was touched and said softly, "Yingying, this has nothing to do with you. I can manage on my own."

Lan Yingying said domineeringly, "Sister Xiaoyu, we're sisters, your business is my business."

"As long as I'm here today, no one will be able to take you away."

Wang Tianming frowned. "Who are you?"

"Southwest, the Lan family," Lan Yingying said proudly.

"The Lan family?" A hint of apprehension flashed in Wang Tianming's eyes. "What's your relationship with the Lan family?"

"Lan Tianmu is my grandfather, and Lan Shize is my father," Lan Yingying declared with great conviction.

"So you're Old Master Lan's granddaughter." Wang Tianming realized and said in a deep voice, "Little girl, for Old Master Lan's sake, I'll let this matter go for now."

“But Chen Xiaoyu is suspected of plotting to murder Director Zhang, so he must be taken away. If you dare to obstruct him again, you will be obstructing official business.”

"This crime is something that even Old Master Lan, let alone you, cannot bear."

"Is that so?" Lan Yingying remained unyielding, her voice cold as she said, "What if I insist on stopping you today?"

Wang Tianming snorted angrily, "Then don't blame me."

"Guards, take them all away."

As soon as he finished speaking, more than a dozen police officers rushed into the hotel, looking menacing.

Police officers arrived at the scene as soon as Director Zhang was poisoned.

This was clearly a scheme orchestrated by Wang Tianming.

"Wang Tianming, do you know why you've only been a deputy director-general for so many years?"

Chen Xiaoyu glanced at the police officers around her and sneered.

"why?"

Wang Tianming was filled with resentment. For ten whole years, he had been trampled underfoot by Director Li, Chen Xiaoyu's master. He was both angry and very confused.

If you've already tried so hard, why are you still stuck in the same place?

"Because... you're not presentable enough."

Chen Xiaoyu said with a look of disdain.

Wang Tianming's face instantly turned extremely gloomy, and he said in a sinister tone.

"Soon, you will be the ones who can't even make it to the table."

After saying that, he waved his hand forcefully, and the surrounding police officers rushed over, ready to take Chen Xiaoyu and Lan Yingying away together.

Chen Xiaoyu remained calm; it wouldn't be easy to frame her.

Lan Yingying remained relatively calm. As a member of the Lan family, Wang Tianming dared not do anything too outrageous to her.

However, she did not expect that Wang Tianming would not even give face to the Lan family. Obviously, he was prepared to go all in and fight to the death with Chen Xiaoyu's master, Director Li.

"The person wasn't poisoned, just had an epileptic seizure. Isn't it a bit premature to arrest them now?"

Just then, a cold laugh rang out.

When Wang Tianming turned around, he saw Chu Tian walking over and blocking Chen Xiaoyu and Lan Yingying. He narrowed his eyes, his expression as cold and sinister as a venomous snake.

"Kid, you want to meddle in other people's business too?"

Chu Tian smiled faintly and said, "It's nothing to bother with friends."

Wang Tianming looked Chu Tian up and down, and seeing that he was young and dressed plainly, he immediately began to look down on him.

"Kid, not everyone has the Lan family's background."

"Even with the Lan family's background, it can't stop the police department from doing its job."

"So I advise you to carefully consider your own capabilities before standing up for your friends."

"There are some people and some things that you can't afford to offend."

Looking at the confident Wang Tianming, Chu Tian found it amusing. "You think you're worthy of being offended by me?"