Absolute power in officialdom

Chapter 106 The Land of Gentle Comforts is a Hero's Tomb

A beautiful woman in my arms, her soft skin warm and fragrant.

Wu Zhiyuan hugged Lin Keke tightly, kissed her forehead, and said softly, "I missed you too."

At this moment, words are superfluous; actions speak louder than words.

Under the soft light, two shadows overlapped, shifting and changing shapes...

After their tender moment, Lin Keke nestled in Wu Zhiyuan's arms and said, "Zhiyuan, I have a strong feeling that Peng Dafu may not have gone far at all, and may even be hiding right under our noses."

Think about it, he's suspected of illegally absorbing public deposits. Even if the amount is huge, he'll only get a few years in prison.

Why would a business tycoon with a net worth of hundreds of millions, accustomed to a life of luxury, bother to flee like a stray dog ​​to remote mountainous areas or even abroad to suffer hardship and live a life of hiding? That would be worse than imprisonment for him.

Wu Zhiyuan nodded thoughtfully: "That makes sense. The thing these kinds of people are most reluctant to give up is enjoyment. Unless it's a murder case, they wouldn't make such a big decision to run away."

"Yes! He's more like he's avoiding the limelight, playing the 'delay' tactic," Lin Keke said with certainty. "He definitely has someone behind him, and someone with considerable influence."

He was waiting, waiting for the storm to pass, or waiting for the people behind him to find a way to suppress the case and smooth things over.

He might be hiding in a high-end residential area or villa in Longcheng or a nearby city, and could even remotely direct operations through an intermediary.

The communication methods are certainly not conventional; they might use anonymous black cards, or simply rely on single-line communication through specific channels.

Lin Keke sat up, her expression showing a hint of helplessness: "Zhiyuan, to be honest, with the current technology and investigative resources, if the Municipal Bureau were really determined, Peng Dafu wouldn't have been able to hide for so long. He's not a professionally trained special agent!"

Why is the investigation stalled? What are the obstacles? Are there problems with the direction and intensity of the investigation? Is there some unseen force at play?

Lin Keke didn't say it directly, but the meaning was simple and easy to understand.

The Yinnong Cooperative case involves a complex web of vested interests, and Peng Dafu's ability to grow his business so large must have been due to the protection he received.

Now that the case has come to light, some people hope he will disappear forever, while others may hope he will disappear temporarily and reappear once the heat has died down.

Wu Zhiyuan hesitated for a moment, then tentatively said, "Keke, before you go to Institute 942, could you use the existing resources to secretly track Peng Dafu's whereabouts?"

For example, could we start with his previous call records? I know you have the authority to access call records, bank account information, and ID card usage information.

Lin Keke said, "Although the Public Security Detachment does not directly handle economic crime cases, it is involved in social control and the movement of key personnel. We do have the authority to inquire about some basic information, as long as the reason is sufficient and the procedure is justifiable."

I resigned soon after, and I didn't have many concerns.

However, even if I find clues, I don't have the authority to arrest people directly.

"Coco, you don't need to arrest anyone. As long as you can find clues about the area where Peng Dafu might be hiding, even if it's just the general direction, it will be a huge breakthrough."

We can then pass on the leads through reliable channels, such as directly to Secretary Xu.

"However, if the task force is unreliable, even if they obtain clues, someone might tip them off, causing all their efforts to be in vain."

"At that time, I will report the clues directly to Secretary Xu and ask him to make a decision. If Peng Dafu is in Jiangzhou, Secretary Xu can coordinate with the Jiangzhou police to arrest him directly."

"Using police from other areas is one solution."

As they talked, Wu Zhiyuan mentioned his visit to the Municipal State Security Bureau that morning.

Lin Keke was startled: "Zhiyuan, you went to the National Security Bureau for research?"

"Yes," Wu Zhiyuan said, half-jokingly and half-seriously, "If I have the opportunity in the future, I would like to apply to transfer to the national security system."

Seeing the stories of those unsung heroes in the Hall of Fame today had a profound impact on me.

The kind of perseverance and sacrifice on the hidden front is the kind of faith that can truly ignite people's passion.

The power struggles in officialdom may seem thrilling, but in the end, they are mostly a contest of power and interests.

But national security work is different; it's about protecting the light in the darkness, for the national interest and the safety of the people. Only such struggle has meaning.

Lin Keke didn't respond immediately. After a moment of silence, she slowly said, "I believe what you said is true. However, once you step onto that path, it means that your name, your past, and even a part of your emotions may have to be hidden in darkness. Maybe for a few years, a dozen years, or maybe for a lifetime."

"Coco, I was just saying that. If I really had to leave you, I wouldn't be able to bear it," Wu Zhiyuan said, trying to console himself. "People are just so contradictory sometimes."

On one hand, they yearn for lofty ideals, and on the other hand, they crave the tenderness before their eyes.

To be honest, like now, holding you, smelling your fragrance, listening to your breathing, all the power struggles and secret fronts seem so distant.

It feels so good to have someone waiting for you, someone thinking of you.

Lin Keke scoffed: "Secretary Wu, the gentle embrace of women is a hero's grave!"

Don't let me smooth out your edges or extinguish the fire in your heart.

"How could that be? It is precisely because we want to protect these beautiful and warm things that we need someone to face the darkness and dangers."

I hope that no matter which path I choose in the future, you will always be by my side. Together.

Lin Keke buried her head in Wu Zhiyuan's arms and murmured, "Zhiyuan, I am content with just hearing you say that."

However, the road ahead is long, and no one knows what will happen. What we need to do is cherish the present.

Wu Zhiyuan gently stroked Lin Keke's fair and smooth back and said softly, "Keke, it's rare to have such peace and quiet. Let's talk about something light, just romance, not business, okay?"

Lin Keke said sweetly, "What are you talking about, romance?"

Wu Zhiyuan leaned close to Lin Keke's ear and whispered, "Let's take a bath together first, and then..."

Lin Keke's pretty face flushed red as she buried her burning face in the crook of his neck, her voice barely a whisper: "It's all your fault. I almost limped to work today..."

Wu Zhiyuan chuckled to himself, "It's all my fault for being so reckless. I'll definitely be more gentle with her tonight!"

……

The news of Secretary Sha's resignation has been officially announced.

Jiang Jun successfully took over his position.

Inside the Longcheng Municipal Party Committee and Government building, this news was like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, creating huge ripples.

Many people have a premonition that the power structure in Longcheng is about to undergo profound changes.

Because many people know about Ai Kun's special relationship with Chiang Kai-shek's army, and Xu Youwei had offended Chiang Kai-shek's army.

Inside the office of the municipal party secretary, Xu Youwei stood by the window, his back view appearing somewhat lonely.

Wu Zhiyuan stood quietly; he could sense Xu Youwei's heavy mood.