Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

Of course, the investigation cannot be conducted under the pretext of 'safety hazards'.

After all, it's a national-level research institution, so it's best to handle some things discreetly.

Everyone was hoping for good news.

Apart from Qi Tongwei.

He took the initiative to ask He Ke for the task and led a team to the research institute.

Then, some non-compliance.

However, he meticulously recorded all the issues that fell within the 'reasonable' unspoken rules in his notebook.

"Captain Qi, this is a national-level project, and the design was done by a scientific design institute. There are absolutely no problems!"

"Knowing you were coming, the cafeteria has already prepared the finest food and drinks... Moutai, how about we eat first and then talk?"

Faced with the incessant chatter of his entourage, Qi Tongwei smiled but remained silent.

Close the notebook that the other person kept peeking at, trying to see what was written inside.

He turned to the other person and said, "I have official business to attend to today, so I won't have dinner. Let's talk another day."

Seeing that he declined his offer, the other person's expression darkened.

"Captain Qi, you'd better think things through before you act. This isn't some random place."

Qi Tongwei, clutching his notebook, nodded and turned to say, "Fall back."

That arrogant attitude greatly displeased the other party.

At the same time, I was also a little worried.

If it really causes any trouble, it will be a big deal for anyone.

"Chief, I'm back."

Qi Tongwei had just walked into the director's office when he arrived with the records.

He then saw his father-in-law sitting opposite him.

The two were chatting and laughing while drinking tea when they heard the noise and turned their heads in unison to him.

"Dad, what brings you here?" Qi Tongwei saluted first, then asked with some surprise.

Yang Jianguo smiled and glanced at his old friend, then said in a daze, "You've practically caused a huge uproar. If I hadn't come, would things have gotten any better?"

Qi Tongwei looked at the bureau chief, who ignored his angry gaze as he questioned him.

"If you ask me, it's a good thing that a newborn calf is not afraid of a tiger; it's no big deal."

"No one is born knowing everything, and young people should always be given a chance to make mistakes."

"Aren't we old guys just there to cover for them?"

Yang Jianguo pointed at him, both amused and exasperated, and said, "You, as a leader, really know how to talk."

"Tongwei, come and sit down." Yang Jianguo patted the seat next to him.

Qi Tongwei obediently sat down, and Yang Jianguo asked him what he thought.

"Tell me, what exactly do you want?"

He looked at his supervisor, who nodded and told him he could tell the truth.

Qi Tongwei then expressed his idea: he wanted to solve problems with problems.

Today, the other party couldn't possibly be unaware of his identity upon their first meeting.

Therefore, his relationship with Zhiyi will no longer be a secret.

If there really is some security risk within them...

Or, to avoid nitpicking about 'reasonableness,' then stop with those boring and disgusting little tricks.

If Zhiyi receives fair treatment, he will naturally turn a blind eye to this.

Continue to respect the other party's 'reasonableness' and stop dwelling on it.

But if they continue to play tricks and engage in these disgusting schemes...

He would also use his power to make things difficult for the other party and cause trouble for them.

If I can't get my hands on you, I'll at least disgust you to death.

Isn't this how they treat Zhiyi?!

"Do you know how important the projects the Institute of Biological Sciences are?" Qi Tongwei remained silent.

"What is it? Just say what you want to say."

Hearing He Ke say this, Qi Tongwei didn't try to hide anything.

"I didn't know how important its research was."

“But I know my wife has been wronged inside, and as her husband, I can’t just sit idly by.”

“I’m a police officer, but if I can’t even protect my own wife, what’s the point of being a police officer?”

slap~

He Ke slammed his hand on the table, stood up, and glared at Qi Tongwei: "Qi Tongwei, you better get your attitude straight! What kind of bullshit are you spouting?"

Qi Tongwei stubbornly refused to lower his head, his face flushed.

He just couldn't accept it; why should someone be allowed to cause trouble for his wife within their authority?

If I do this, I will be reprimanded and criticized.

A standard is a standard; how can it vary from person to person?

If that's the case, isn't the rule of law that's being promoted now just a joke?

Chapter 608 Perseverance, Replacement

The atmosphere in the office was tense, with He Ke and Qi Tongwei seemingly locked in a battle of wits.

Seeing the two of them with their necks stiff and neither willing to bow their heads.

Yang Jianguo chuckled and raised his hand, saying, "Alright, alright, don't be so serious."

"Old He, calm down."

"Tongwei, come, sit down and let's talk."

After reassuring the two, Yang Jianguo said with a smile, "Tongwei didn't actually do anything wrong in this matter."

"After all, the other party made a mistake, otherwise he wouldn't have been able to find fault with them, right?"

He Ke was a little anxious. "Jianguo, you know that some things didn't just happen in the last couple of days... Only if everyone follows the rules can we live in peace."

"If everyone acted as recklessly as him, wouldn't things be in complete chaos?"

Qi Tongwei trembled and tried to stand up excitedly.

The next second, Yang Jianguo reached out and pressed his shoulder, "Don't get excited, talk it out slowly."

"Old He, I know what you mean, but sometimes rules are meant to be broken."

"Those old rules are no longer applicable today."

"You know how much Zhiyi has suffered over this long period of time; I've told you."

"Because I follow the rules, and because of my stubborn old ideas, I haven't done anything."

"But to be honest, seeing Tongwei do this actually made me feel quite comfortable."

He Ke became even more anxious; he didn't want to cause a bigger conflict.

“Jianguo, you can’t say that. Everything comes at a price. How can we catch up with the West without paying any price?”

“Yes, I agree with that.” Yang Jianguo nodded and smiled, “But that doesn’t mean that anything can be used as a price.”

"Environmental protection benefits future generations. The national funding for the Institute of Biology is more than any other project; these minor problems shouldn't exist in the first place."

He Ke remained silent. Of course he understood this, but there were some things he couldn't say so clearly.

He himself wouldn't believe it if someone said there was no one behind this.

However, it would be a loss to affect and delay the entire development plan for such a 'trivial matter'.

"Gains and losses should not be decided by you and me, but should be left to future generations to judge."

"Fine, I can't argue with you, so what do you suggest?"

He Ke leaned back, choosing to give up.

Seeing his shameless act, Yang Jianguo couldn't help but laugh and cry.

"Old He, don't give me that crap. We've been buddies for 20 years."

"Old buddy, you're trying to pull this on me?"

He Ke was both angry and amused; so many years had passed.

He has always been a person who considers the big picture, so why is he going to pull off such a dramatic reversal today?

"You can't say that. I just feel that now that we've discovered the problem, shouldn't we address it instead of trying to cover it up?"

"The more you cover it up, the darker it becomes underneath, and dark places are more likely to breed germs and evil."

"Don't play games with me. You're saying that if we keep covering it up, the problem will only get worse, and when it finally comes out, it'll cause an even bigger uproar, right?"

"Yes." Yang Jianguo nodded and smiled.

He Ke remained silent for a long time before sighing, "Have you considered that by then it won't just be a problem between you and me?"

"Whose is this, the one from later generations?" Yang Jianguo picked up his teacup, blew on the tea leaves, and took a small sip.

"The predecessors plant trees so that the successors can enjoy the shade... But if the predecessors cut down all the trees, what will happen to the successors? Won't they be roasted to death?"

"After I die, who cares about the deluge? Old He, is that what you think too?!"

He Ke was speechless, and finally slammed his hand on the table in frustration: "Fine, I'll listen to you. You tell me what to do!"

Yang Jianguo was right about some things: if you're comfortable, it's those who come after you who will suffer.

If generation after generation are all shortsighted fools who only care about what's in front of them.

What will this society eventually become?

How long can the newly stabilized political situation and unified territory, which bring such joy, last?

"In that case, transfer Tongwei to another task."

After Yang Jianguo finished speaking, he turned to look at him and said, "Don't say anything, just listen quietly."

Qi Tongwei swallowed back the words he was about to say.

"Then, this investigation was handed over to others, in accordance with the rules, without sticking to conventions, without turning a blind eye, and without prejudice."

"Old buddy, what do you think?" Yang Jianguo offered his opinion.

At this point, what else can He Ke say?

"We'll do it your way, because you're the boss!"

Yang Jianguo smiled wryly and waved his hand, saying self-deprecatingly, "What kind of boss am I? Lao He, don't joke about this!"

He Ke pursed his lips and didn't continue.

But what he meant was obvious to anyone with eyes to see.

This time, he was persuaded by Yang Jianguo again.

Hopefully, this won't lead to bigger trouble.

You must understand, this is in a newly established country.

Nothing beats the sheer number and influence of the "relevant departments"—there are just too many people who can get involved in any matter.

Sure enough, He Ke had just ordered his men to take over the investigation task.

Following the clues provided by Qi Tongwei, the investigation will continue in accordance with regulations.

There were countless phone calls coming to his office.