Chapter 772: Tang Ye Sold Me Out!

Xing Zhijun hurried to the hospital.

Although he had failed to take Zhao Hui away smoothly, he now had a reasonable explanation.

Tang Ye had stepped in to stop him from doing so.

After walking into the room, Xing Zhijun discovered there was a guest in the ward.

The guest stood up with a smile and took the initiative to walk toward Xing Zhijun, "County Magistrate Xing, long time no see."

Xing Zhijun shook hands with the other party, "Boss Li, hello!"

This person was none other than Li Zhongling, the chairman of Hongling Group.

Jiang Anbang swept a glance at Xing Zhijun, "How is the case investigation going?"

Xing Zhijun glanced at Li Zhongling and said softly, "I suspect the case is related to the Zhao Group, so I wanted to bring Zhao Hui in for questioning. However, at the critical moment, I received a call from County Magistrate Tang. He told me not to make an arrest for the time being."

Jiang Anbang gave Xing Zhijun a look.

Xing Zhijun immediately understood Jiang Anbang's meaning and did not continue speaking.

Jiang Anbang smiled softly at Li Zhongling, "Boss Li, thank you for coming to see me, but I still have some official business to attend to."

Li Zhongling pricked up his ears, wanting to hear about the issues with the Zhao Group, but he had not expected that Jiang Anbang did not want him to know too much.

He hurriedly pretended to realize the situation.

"Then I won't disturb you any further. I shall take my leave. If you need anything, feel free to contact me at any time."

"Mm, walk slowly!"

After Li Zhongling left, Jiang Anbang frowned and said, "Why did Tang Ye stop you from making the arrest?"

Xing Zhijun said, "I'm not sure either. I just feel like there's something wrong with it."

At this moment, his cell phone rang.

Jiang Anbang took a look; it was a call from Tang Ye.

"County Magistrate Jiang, there is a matter I need to report to you."

"Go ahead!"

"The County Water Conservancy Bureau needs a sum of funds to repair and reinforce water infrastructure. I communicated with the Zhao Group, and they are willing to donate five million to Dayu County. Today, Comrade Zhijun went to the Zhao Clan to make an arrest, and I happened to be discussing this matter with them, which is why I advised against it."

"Five million? The Zhao Clan is quite generous. I will explain this matter to Comrade Zhijun later. Thank you for your hard work."

"It's no trouble! Once the funds arrive in the account, I will report it to you in a timely manner."

He hung up Tang Ye's call.

Jiang Anbang gave Xing Zhijun a helpless, bitter smile, "Tang Ye has sold me out!"

A look of surprise appeared on Xing Zhijun's face, "Th-this, what does this mean?"

Jiang Anbang gave a self-deprecating laugh and explained, "There is a five-million-yuan funding gap at the Water Conservancy Bureau, and the Zhao Group has agreed to cover it. So, one could say he sold me for five million!"

Xing Zhijun suddenly realized, "It really is the Zhao Group causing trouble behind the scenes; if they weren't guilty, why would they agree to pay five million?"

A cold look appeared in Jiang Anbang's eyes, "One of my legs and one of Tang Ye's arms in exchange for five million for Dayu County—looking at it this way, it was still worth it."

Seeing that the matter had a result, Xing Zhijun hurriedly flattered him, "County Magistrate Jiang, you truly have such vision and breadth of mind. However, I believe we must continue to investigate!"

"Mm, let's wait until there is evidence. You don't have any evidence right now, do you?"

Xing Zhijun scratched his head sheepishly, "The time you gave me was too tight."

Jiang Anbang waved his hand to interrupt him from continuing.

"Tang Ye handled this matter quite cleverly. He didn't think about taking revenge on the Zhao Group, but instead utilized the situation to plot for the greatest benefit; this is something you should learn from him."

Xing Zhijun agreed verbally, but he felt quite unconvinced in his heart.

The murderer was still at large, using a bit of filthy money to smooth things over—this was a desecration of his profession!

……

The Secretary walked into the office.

"Young Manager Zhao, the headquarters has already transferred the money."

Zhao Hui nodded slightly, "Have the finance department withdraw the money and pack it into a briefcase."

The Secretary took the order and left.

Zhao Hui stroked his chin.

He had other plans for how to handle this money.

Five million was not a small sum; if it were transferred directly to the fiscal account, it would belong to the public.

However, if it were turned into funds and handed to Tang Ye.

How Tang Ye handled it would then leave room for maneuvering.

In Zhao Hui's view, there were few good birds among government officials.

This money was definitely something Tang Ye had used as an excuse to demand from him.

If it were truly transferred to the fiscal account, it would be official business, which wouldn't be of much help to the City Square project.

If Tang Ye accepted it privately, the nature of the matter would be different; Tang Ye would be tied to the Zhao Group and would spare no cost to help him secure the City Square project.

……

Around three in the afternoon, the Secretary brought news that the money had been prepared and placed in the trunk of the car.

Zhao Hui then called Tang Ye and took the initiative to suggest meeting at the Reception House where Tang Ye was staying.

Tang Ye immediately understood Zhao Hui's meaning and said with a smile, "Sure, see you later."

At dusk, Zhao Hui drove to the Reception House.

Tang Ye was standing at the entrance waiting.

Standing beside him was his Liaison Officer, Ma Ran.

Zhao Hui shook hands with Tang Ye and said softly, "I've brought the money; is your Liaison Officer trustworthy?"

Tang Ye smiled, "The people around me can all stand the test."

Zhao Hui secretly thought that Tang Ye was still not cautious enough; some things were better known by as few people as possible.

Zhao Hui took the safe filled with cash out of the trunk.

Afterward, he followed Tang Ye into the Reception House.

Tang Ye used a key to open the door.

Zhao Hui discovered there were several people inside, drinking tea, smoking, and chatting.

Consequently, he stared at Tang Ye in astonishment.

Tang Ye introduced them to Zhao Hui, "President Zhao, you know Secretary Ou. Let me introduce you to the other comrades. This is Deputy County Magistrate Shen Yuping, who is in charge of the Water Conservancy Bureau, and this is the Director of the Water Conservancy Bureau, Jiang Tao."

Zhao Hui hurriedly adjusted his expression, "Secretary Ou, hello; Deputy County Magistrate Shen, hello; Director Jiang, hello..."

Why wasn't Tang Ye playing by the rules!

Ou Xiye stood up, grasped Zhao Hui's palm, shook it firmly, and said to the others, "President Zhao, you are truly providing help in a time of need! On behalf of the common people of Dayu County, I thank you for your generous contribution."

Deputy County Magistrate Shen also stepped forward, took the initiative to reach out her hand, and shook hands with Zhao Hui, "President Zhao, I have long admired your name. Please rest assured, we will definitely use the money where it is needed most."

Clap, clap, clap.

Thunderous applause rang out in the room.

Zhao Hui's face was piled with smiles, but he was speechless inside!

These five million were given in a rather unclear and muddled way...

The next morning.

A lively donation ceremony was held in the conference room of the County Water Conservancy Bureau.

Ou Xiye attended in person and gave Zhao Hui a certificate.

A day later.

Major media outlets in the city publicized and reported on this.

Li Zhongling saw the report in the newspaper and couldn't help but burst into laughter.

"Zhao Guosheng is such a shrewd person, how did he give birth to such an idiot?

To stop us from acquiring the City Square, he actually thought of the clumsy trick of hiring people to threaten Jiang Anbang.

He threw away five million for nothing to settle the matter...

He lifted a rock only to drop it on his own feet!

This kid is definitely not cut out for business.

Zhao Guosheng must be regretting it so much his guts are turning green!"

In Li Zhongling's view.

The competition for the City Square no longer had any suspense.

Hongling Group would inevitably be the winner who had the last laugh!