Chapter 1 Chaos KTV

  The Lin Yashi incident was another story for the Gao family.

  After some deliberation, Gao Longsheng finally made a compromising decision. Huang Fahong personally contacted him again to ask how he planned to handle the matter. On the phone, Gao Longsheng said that Lin Yashi was a shrew and not worth arguing with too much, losing face. Just roughly handling it, sentencing her to one or two years would be enough to vent his anger.

  Gao Jia is the "host of suffering", even Gao Longsheng has become so "magnanimous". Huang Fahong, as a quasi-kinsman, naturally wouldn't say anything. It's better this way, no need for Huang Fahong to deliberately use underhanded tactics. On the contrary, in the procuratorate and even the wider official circles, they will think that Huang Fahong is noble and upright, and won't take revenge publicly because of some small matters. Having avoided trouble and gained a good reputation, why not do it?

  However, this approach had an unexpected side effect that caught Gao Long off guard. He had overlooked Huang Fahong's sensitivity.

  Just as Gao Longsheng made this decision and Huang Fahong expressed no objection, Huang Fahong called Zhang Ziqiang. Zhang Ziqiang was his subordinate and listened to him obediently.

  "Zi Qiang, you have a good relationship with Gao Longsheng and understand him well. Tell me the truth, how many deep-seated problems does he really have?" Huang Fahong asked.

  Zhang Ziqiang pretended to be frank: "Since Secretary Huang asked, I don't dare to hide it either. Longsheng does real estate, and if you say there's no problem at all, even I wouldn't believe it myself. Operations, demolition, debt repayment, migrant worker wages... how many things are involved in every aspect?"

  "No, no!" Huang Fahong shook his head, "These are too normal, I want to know if he has any 'abnormal' problems."

  Zhang Ziqiang was startled, thinking that this old monster's insight was really scary, had he sensed something? But Zhang Ziqiang was certain that about the matter of Ya Wei, apart from him and Gao Longsheng, no one else in Jiangning City knew. "Secretary Huang heard something? If Brother Longsheng did something wrong and you're not convenient to say it, then I'll go and advise him. He and I are classmates and comrades-in-arms, we can speak without any reservations."

  Seemingly more and more frank, but actually talking nonsense all along.

  "Huang Fahong sighed: "About Lin Yashi's case, Gao Longsheng has his own opinion, did he tell you?"

  "Hmm, I know." Zhang Ziqiang did not deny it, because his relationship with Gao Longsheng was too close, and he couldn't deceive Huang Fahong. "It's rare for him to be so magnanimous, it seems that as business has grown, his vision and heart have also gradually broadened. Of course, it's also possible that he's considering your official reputation and influence."

  "It's not!" Huang Fahong denied in one word, "His concession is too big and doesn't match his character. The abnormal is the demon, there must be a problem here. In my speculation, he must have been caught by someone with something that can't be revealed. And this handle is quite deadly."

  Never underestimate the intelligence of a high-ranking official. The bureaucratic arena is more brutal than the battlefield, and it kills without shedding blood. In this circle, the fighters who are struggling to survive and break through the siege are all seasoned warriors.

  Zhang Ziqiang did not expect this side effect beforehand, but since it has come to this, there is no way to change it. He could only laugh and say: "The leader should have thought more about it. Long Sheng is a clever person, he shouldn't do anything stupid."

  "Smart people don't easily do stupid things, but once they do, it's more deadly." Huang Fahong said thoughtfully, "Fortunately, that engagement banquet didn't happen. Taking this opportunity, I can also make a simple and quick cut. Please trouble you to inform Gao Longsheng, just say that after Xiaojing (Huang Jing) knew about Gao Wei's ex-girlfriend, she was not small in shock, and the two people's marriage needs to be reconsidered. Marriage is a big deal and can't be ambiguous, hoping he can understand."

  Do you want to cut it off?

  However, Zhang Ziqiang also noticed that Huang Fahong did not thoroughly deny the marriage, but only said to "reconsider". Apparently, he was worried about his daughter's marriage on the one hand, and on the other hand, he was concerned that the groom's family might have major problems. If something big happened to Gao Longsheng, it could have a significant impact on his official career.

  So, he wants to "reconsider", which means "to observe again". If Gao Longsheng is caught with a major handle, the possibility of something going wrong will be very great. At that time, once the east window event breaks out, Huang Fahong can stay out of it. And if nothing happens after a year or so, then the marriage between Gao Wei and Huang Jing can still be brought up again.

  Besides, the words are not set in stone, and the Gao family does not dare to unilaterally cancel this engagement - they don't even have the guts. So, let them drag it out, time is the standard that tests everything.

  The old man did things impeccably, and even this opinion had to be conveyed through Zhang Ziqiang, lest it be embarrassing. Zhang Ziqiang silently praised him in his heart and immediately said: "Alright. Also, I'll advise Long Sheng to take good care of Xiao Wei. Young people's values are easily changed, and it's just the right time for him to cultivate himself and temper his character. When he becomes your son-in-law, he can't lose face for you."

  In fact, Zhang Ziqiang hated that the marriage between the Gao and Huang families was completely blown. Because all along, Zhang Ziqiang had been Gao Longsheng's backer and also his intermediary in colluding with government officials. For this reason, Gao Longsheng had always tried to curry favor with Zhang Ziqiang, making him reap a lot of benefits. Not to mention other things, just the Asia Weighing affair alone allowed Zhang Ziqiang to secretly receive 10 million yuan in bribes. Adding up all the rest, how much was there?

  Once the Gao and Huang families become in-laws, Gao Longsheng can completely bypass Zhang Ziqiang and even kick him out. At that time, Zhang Ziqiang will be very disappointed.

  Selfish psychology is hidden in every aspect and corner, regardless of how intimate the relationship is.

  In short, the side effect of this matter is that the relationship between the Huang and Gao families has undergone a subtle change. This matter cannot be clearly explained, and Zhang Ziqiang will not explicitly tell Gao Longsheng, leaving him in a state of anxiety and unease.

  ……

  The case of Lin Yashi is proceeding very quickly. The trial date has been set, and Lin's mother and others are filled with anticipation and apprehension. Yi Jun told them that the sentence would not be severe. They believe in Yi Jun's abilities, but as the day approaches, they can't help but worry about unexpected twists and turns.

  However, there was one thing that made Lin's mother feel quite relieved and grateful. The court had passed on a message saying that Lin Yashi had caused "minor injuries" to Gao Wei. In other words, the forensic examination had already been settled, it wasn't a serious injury! So no matter how the court sentenced, at most it would be three years. Three years was already quite acceptable.

  All of this was done privately by Zhang Ziyang - he really put his heart into it. Of course, Huang Fahong also made private instructions. Moreover, these instructions even made the high-level officials of the entire procuratorial and judicial system feel a little surprised.