Chapter 69: The Big Shots Arrive in Person

  When Gu Xinquan asked his secretary to speed up and drive to the municipal party committee, Xu Shan, who had arrived at Qingdao Island ahead of time, directly landed the helicopter on the playground of the Qingdao Municipal Party Committee. When a group of government officials were curious about who was so bold as to land a helicopter in the courtyard of the municipal party committee, they couldn't help but be startled when they saw the lieutenant general walking down from above.

  Compared to other countries, the rank of Major General is not worth much, but in China, there are many senior colonels. However, as soon as someone gets a general's star, they can't be underestimated. Similarly, when hearing the sound of helicopters landing, and seeing a member of the Standing Committee of Qingdao coming over, it was guessed that this general had arrived. It must have something to do with the Public Security Bureau being taken over by the garrison troops.

  When a group of people arrived downstairs, looking at the lieutenant general protected by four armed soldiers, it was Provincial Committee Standing Committee member and Commander of the Jidong Military Region, Xu Shanzhi. Qingdao No. 1 Lin Secretary hastily stepped forward: "Commander Du, what wind brought you here?"

  Du Shan, who was usually polite to these deputy-level officials, today had a cold face and said seriously: "What wind? Evil wind? Which one of them is Gu Xin's boss?"

  Lin Secretary was taken aback by Du Shan's words and quickly said: "Minister Gu has not arrived yet, I contacted him earlier, his son was injured, he went to the hospital to see his son. When Commander Du arrived, we were just deciding to convene a Standing Committee meeting to discuss several matters. Besides, Commander Du is here, so I'd like to ask in person: Why did the military take over our city's Public Security Bureau? Is there any misunderstanding in this?"

  Facing this question, Du Shan sneered: "What a good minister who cares about his son! Just being pricked by three needles on the hand can make up a serious injury. It seems that his son is really not ordinary precious! Your Standing Committee doesn't need to meet, you and Mayor Xu come with me to see someone, then you'll know how big a disaster some of you have caused this time."

  "How dare you take my old captain's lifesaver, the military medical team's specially appointed consultant, and use torture to extract a confession, leaving him unconscious until now. What great skills! Do you think our military is easy to bully? Wait till you see my old captain, you'll explain it to him yourself, hopefully you'll still have the audacity then."

  The secretary of the political and legal committee, who was a demobilized military cadre, heard Xu Shan's words and suddenly looked shocked: "Du Commander said that Lao Tuan Zhang is actually Zhao Lao Jiang Jun from Northeast China himself?"

  At this age, how many generals with a surname are still hanging on? Thinking back to when Du Shan was transferred to be the commander of the Jidong Military Region, he had always served in the Northeastern Military Region. Who is this General Zhao? Any official who isn't stupid would know. The person who saved Old Tiger Zhao's life, as well as a specially appointed military advisor, has been injured to the point of being unrecognizable. The consequences are really hard to predict!

  For the shock of the Secretary of the Political and Legal Committee, Du Shan didn't say yes or no, let the two equally frightened Qing Island No. 1 and No. 2 bigwigs sit with him on the helicopter, rushing to the military airport to prepare for the reception. And the news that Zhao Huo parachuted into Jidong spread throughout the high-level officials of the Provincial Party Committee as the helicopter disappeared from the Municipal Party Committee's playground. What is going on?

  Just as Du Shan's helicopter landed at the garrison airport, he soon learned that a group of old generals from the Northeast Military Region, led by Liu Gang, had come to take revenge for Han Ankang. It was clear that this matter could be difficult to resolve if not handled properly. Du Shan immediately called Jizhong Province No. 1 and personally reported the current special situation.

  Upon learning of the shock to South Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the South Korean Chamber of Commerce protesting to the Provincial Committee, and the military taking over the Public Security Bureau in such a shocking manner, it was all because one person had been tortured into making a confession. Ji Dong immediately instructed that Du Shan entertain Zhao Hu and his party well, and by all means exercise restraint, not letting things develop to an uncontrollable situation.

  As for him, he immediately took a special plane to come to Qing Island. Others didn't know Zhao Hu's temper, how could these provincial and ministerial officials not know?

  Two planes arrived within minutes of each other, and Du Shan couldn't help but let out a bitter laugh when he saw Zhao Hu wearing an old-fashioned military uniform. Especially when this old regimental commander was introduced to the officials on Qing Island, he didn't even bat an eyelid and said directly: "Prepare my car, I want to go see Little Han first. All non-military personnel, get out of here and don't bother me."

  So heartlessly and ruthlessly scolding these two, they are also deputy provincial officials, except for Zhao Hu, I estimate that others really dare not. Two officials, looking as if they were both angry at his old generals, each mocking them for being too capable in their official positions.

  Lin Secretary and Xu Mayor both felt a burning sensation on their faces, but they could only watch as Zhao Hu and his entourage were escorted to the hospital where Han Ankang was being treated under military protection. They had already thought that some officials in the city government had been acting too recklessly recently, and this time they had stirred up such a big mess, it's likely that Minister Gu Xinquan's position would be unstable!

  Just as they were about to leave, the secretary brought a phone call indicating that Provincial Committee No. 1 had boarded a military plane and would arrive within half an hour at most. The two big shots on Qing Island knew that once he arrived, there was no escape from being scolded. However, facing these old generals who didn't even bother with them, perhaps only this Provincial Committee No. 1 coming over could get through to the other side.

  When Zhao Hu and his party arrived at the hospital, the entire hospital was also taken over by the military, and all journalists were isolated outside. In response to inquiries from these reporters, the soldiers on duty told them very seriously that they were carrying out a military mission and did not allow any news media to report it, otherwise the military would hold them responsible.

  Facing such a stern warning, the journalists naturally didn't dare to say much more. Some smart ones even slipped away quietly. It's better not to get involved in this kind of trouble, especially when it comes to news censorship, which is what the Chinese authorities love to do. Unless they don't want to be in this line of work anymore, it's best not to report on this kind of news, no matter how much attention it might attract from the public!

  As Zhao Hu and others entered the hospital, they saw Lieutenant Colonel standing at the door of the ward with blood on his hands and face, not having had time to clean up. After hearing the report, because of the timely medical treatment, Han Ankang was temporarily out of danger. However, due to the severity of the electric shock, he may need to rest for a period of time before he can wake up.

  In addition, Han Ankang's two hands were injured more seriously and may not be able to recover in a short period of time. At least one month of rest is needed for them to possibly return to their previous state. The deepest parts on the back of his hands were even wounded to the bone. It can be imagined how much suffering Han Ankang endured at that time.

  Standing outside the ICU, looking at Han Ankang who was wearing an oxygen mask, the heart monitor was still beeping. His face could still be clearly seen, and there were some purple bruises on his cheeks. The other two hands, which used to be so agile, were now bandaged and hung beside the bed. What a miserable state! Where was the energetic and spirited person who had been treating their illness just a while ago?

  Originally thought Zhao Hu would lose his temper, but instead, the lieutenant heard that on the way, even Du Shan didn't get a response from Zhao Hu, who said very calmly: "Lieutenant, you handled this matter well. In the future, if there's anything I can help you with, I'll make an exception and help you once as a thank you for saving Little Han. Now you're here, take good care of Little Han."

  "If he wakes up, notify your commander immediately. No matter who it is, no one is allowed to enter and visit Little Han. Remember, does anyone understand?"

  The lieutenant colonel understood how important this promise was to him, and he was originally worried that he would be punished, but instead received an unexpected surprise. With a serious expression, he saluted: "Please rest assured, General, I will not let anyone disturb Dr. Han."

  "After hearing this, Zhao Hu quickly turned around and said: 'Go to the Public Security Bureau!'"

  Zhao Hu and his entourage hastily left the hospital and rushed to the Public Security Bureau. When Provincial Committee No. 1 arrived at the hospital by car, he didn't go in but instead had the driver head straight to the Public Security Bureau after learning that Zhao Hu and others had gone there. Along the way, through information gathered from various parties, this No. 1 finally learned how many Northeast military and political officials were involved with this young doctor.

  Among the high-ranking officials of the Northeastern military and government, there was a rumor about a young divine doctor. He had heard something about it. But he never thought that this divine doctor, who should have been treasured by people, would be tortured to such an extent on Qing Island.

  It is known that this young man saved Zhao Hu's life, and his grandfather also saved the life of Tie Xingwu, the current commander of the Northeast Military Region. It can be said that offending him is equivalent to offending all the officers and soldiers of the Northeast Military Region, and the consequences are something even he must carefully consider!

  Just as Zhao Hu and his party arrived at the Public Security Bureau, they saw this team of cars with military license plates arrive, and the officers and soldiers who took over the Public Security Bureau undoubtedly straightened their waists a little. The sentry quickly lifted the barrier and saluted to let the convoy in.

  The police detained at the Public Security Bureau looked at this team of military vehicles coming in and naturally paid extra attention. Wondering what kind of people were coming?

  It can be seen that one by one, the white-haired and old military uniforms are getting off the bus. Some police officers who have been transferred from the Northeast Military Region will be shocked in their hearts when they recognize one.

  It wasn't until someone recognized the elderly man at the forefront of these old generals as Zhao Hu, a legendary general in the Northeast Military Region. The eyes of the public security officers looking towards the Criminal Police Building also had a few more sympathetic gazes. Because this old general personally took action, things must be serious!

  When the old general and his entourage began to walk into the Criminal Police Building under the salute of the guarding soldiers, several cars arrived at the intersection in front of the Public Security Bureau downstairs, but were stopped by the on-duty soldiers without any courtesy.

  When the driver told the sentry that this was the provincial party committee's No. 1 car, the on-duty officers and soldiers still made them wait, until the officer on duty notified the division commander stationed here. The division commander who rushed over then ordered the sentries to open the barrier and let the somewhat depressed provincial party committee No. 1 into the public security bureau.

  The police officers who were destined to be blinded by the big shots today looked at the two big men from Qing Island, both of whom were following a middle-aged man. After saying the name of the provincial party committee's number one, the entire office building was forbidden to go out, and the police officers couldn't help but take a deep breath. It's clear that this matter has really blown up!

  Just as the garrison division commander was leading Provincial Committee No. 1 to go upstairs, two gunshots were suddenly heard from upstairs, which frightened all the police officers in the public security bureau. If guns have been used, is the matter still a small one?