Chapter 350: His Name Is Feng Mu

Hearing that he had not been listed among the suspects, Wang Cong's expression eased slightly; right in front of Qian Huan, he shot Feng Mu a cold glance, but said nothing more.

Feng Mu was not to be outdone; likewise under Qian Huan's gaze, he returned Wang Cong a cold, fake smile, their eyes meeting, four eyes facing each other, everything understood without words.

Feng Mu understood, Wang Cong understood, Qian Huan also understood; mutually understood without speaking, two by two of one heart and one virtue, all three greatly pleased!

Qian Huan looked at the two, seeming to sigh with some weariness, and said earnestly:

"When the Internal Investigation Department carries out missions, it must still pay attention to strategy and methods, and not simply resort to crude ways. So, does the Internal Investigation Department have solid evidence in hand?"

Feng Mu's ears automatically filtered out the first half of Qian Huan's words, perfectly grasping only the implication in the second half; he nodded, then crooked a finger lightly toward the side.

Jiang Li, who had long been poised and ready, was the first to lunge forward with a sprint, beating Guan Zhong, Liu Yi, Song Ping'an and the other team members to it, swiftly arriving beside Feng Mu and handing the freshly organized testimonies and evidence into Feng Mu's hands with both hands.

Guan Zhong, Liu Yi, Song Ping'an and the rest were half a step late, looking at each other in blank dismay, expressions complex: "....."

Feng Mu took that stack of testimonies, merely glancing over them casually a few times, then handed them to Qian Huan, replying in an orderly manner:

"Following the Prison Warden's instructions, our Internal Investigation Department colleagues worked tirelessly, day and night, and have already collected some quite valuable testimonies and evidence. Among these materials, there are indeed a few leads pointing directly at several Zone Chiefs."

Qian Huan took the testimonies, his gaze pausing for a moment on those still-wet bloody handprints; the fresh red marks exuded a heavy force, making him instantly believe the authenticity of these testimonies.

He raised his head, looked at Feng Mu, and said meaningfully:

"You must act with utmost caution, and not let the innocent suffer grievance."

Feng Mu did not directly answer Qian Huan's question, but cleverly pointed a finger to the side to address Qian Huan's doubts:

"This is precisely my Internal Investigation Department's capable assistant; all the testimony organization work was single-handedly handled by him. His name is Jiang Li."

Qian Huan was slightly startled, then the corner of his mouth revealed a satisfied smile; he glanced at Jiang Li and said approvingly:

"Jiang Li, 'speak reason' — this name is well chosen, perfectly fitting."

Jiang Li did not care for Qian Huan's praise, only giving the Department Head a look of reverence.

Feng Mu waved his hand lightly, and Jiang Li swiftly retreated to the side.

Qian Huan took in all these details; he genuinely marveled that the newly established Internal Investigation Department, after only one day, had already shown such strong cohesion under Feng Mu's leadership.

It looked quite "combative," as if ready at any moment to bite people to death, truly reassuring.

Qian Huan patted Feng Mu's shoulder lightly, his tone full of affirmation: "The Internal Investigation Department's work has been done exceptionally well; entrusting it to you indeed puts me at ease."

He paused slightly, then lowered his voice: "Then, is the existing evidence enough to lock onto targets? Who can be bitten to death?"

Feng Mu contemplated for a moment, then replied:

"Currently we can already bite down on Zhou Hu, but the evidence chain is still not complete enough, time is too pressing. If someone argues for him, he might still muddle through."

Qian Huan understood perfectly: "True, it's only been one day; fabricating evidence can't be this fast either."

Feng Mu didn't wait for Qian Huan to speak, and like a roundworm in his stomach, the next words each hit the mark in his heart:

"Subordinate means, if evidence is produced too quickly, it may instead arouse suspicion. This case has major impact, the Internet is also in an uproar; solving it too swiftly easily backfires.

If we can wait a few more days, wait for Subordinate to organize an interlocking evidence chain, then announce it publicly, that will plug everyone's mouths for you, Prison Warden."

Previously, Qian Huan was frantic as ants on a hot pan, but after one day passed, he had already cut flesh to concede benefits and hastily pulled strings above.

As Wang Cong said, no matter how clamorously the people below make noise, it cannot compare to the volume of a single finger snap from above.

His mood was still urgent now, but within the urgency there was no longer the previous panic; Qian Huan nodded, expressing agreement with Feng Mu's suggestion:

"You handle matters, I naturally rest assured; let's proceed according to your plan."

Feng Mu sensed the added confidence in Qian Huan's tone; he narrowed his eyes slightly, his peripheral vision glancing at Wang Cong, who gave him a covert wink.

Qian Huan changed the subject, his voice suddenly turning cold:

"I heard the Patrol Bureau seems to be giving you trouble?"

Feng Mu acknowledged, sighed lightly, and explained calmly:

"It's like this: right now I am complying with the Patrol Bureau's demand, preparing to go over and cooperate with the investigation, but Prison Warden rest assured, I've already arranged everything; even if I'm not here, the Internal Investigation Department can continue operating, serving you, Prison Warden….."

Feng Mu deeply understands the art of speech; his words never mention "plea for help" but everywhere show consideration for the Prison Warden; this loyal heart is simply moving heaven and earth.

Look at Feng Mu's conduct, then look at those with smiling faces who gulp down his flesh in big mouthfuls; the contrast is clear as day, the gap between people even surpasses the distinction between humans and animals.

Qian Huan's heart involuntarily surfaced a famous saying from the Ancient Era:

"Could this be what 'time reveals the heart, adversity reveals true feelings' means? Feng Mu, this man, is truly a model of loyalty — 99 out of 100 catties of him are loyalty!"

Qian Huan abruptly waved his hand, cutting off Feng Mu's words, and said resolutely:

"If the Internal Investigation Department loses you as Department Head, it loses its soul; what Internal Investigation Department could it still be called? You are my, Qian Huan's, left arm and right arm, loyal and working for me; how could I let those petty schemers frame you."

Feng Mu's expression moved, his eye rims reddening slightly.

Qian Huan thought for a moment, then said in a deep voice:

"However, since the Prison System above has issued an order, you just go through the motions at the Patrol Bureau; rest assured, I'll fish you out very soon, otherwise these people really think my Qian Huan is made of mud, that anyone can come step on me, right."

Qian Huan paused, saying casually:

"But looking at you, you don't seem too worried either; is it because your father serves in the Patrol Bureau? He's called Feng Ju, right? Heard he's recently quite favored by the Special Commissioner from Upper City, a strong contender for the next Patrol Bureau Chief."

Feng Mu's pupils shrank slightly; he answered honestly:

"There is that factor, but not much; the most crucial point is, I know myself to be innocent.

Even if the Patrol Bureau frames and plants evidence on me, ultimately convicting me, I would merely return to Second Prison, change identities and continue serving the Prison Warden.

In my view, even such a worst outcome seems not unacceptable."

Qian Huan was greatly shaken inside; he stared at Feng Mu in disbelief; the latter's expression was extremely sincere, facial expression completely consistent with the bones inside, not a trace of falsity detectable.

From now on, in Qian Huan's dictionary, loyalty was no longer just an abstract word; it had a concrete name — Feng Mu!

(End of Chapter)