Chapter 643: Beauty Trap?

"You don't even think about it—standing before the distinguished Deputy Director of the Public Security Bureau, you point a gun at him; can he possibly be cowardly?"

"Moreover, the incident that occurred on the scene—what Sun Chengjun calls an assault on police and gun seizure—fits the circumstances."

"If it were any other person in that situation, this would also be the only choice."

"The whole scene may appear to be filled with Geng Miao's men, but don't forget, in that case the gun would bear Geng Miao's fingerprints. That's the most direct evidence, more effective than anything else."

"Besides that, what's even more outrageous is that he actually handed those three people over to Zhang Chaoxia for custody. That tactic is simply unparalleled! Everyone knows Zhang Chaoxia is Geng Miao's wife and has countless ties with Shuanggou Brewing."

"If a person runs away in the area she oversees, she becomes the absolute primary responsible party; I guarantee that her position as Director of the Paichusuo would be removed immediately."

"If the person is kept here, it essentially makes them slap themselves in the face, especially those three—think about it, they did all this to help Geng Miao seize greater profit, only to end up being detained by Geng Miao's wife."

"What do you think they have in mind? What about those so‑called security team members—what are they thinking?"

"If this were placed in any other Paichusuo, even the County Public Security Bureau, and Zhang Chaoxia personally demanded someone, Lin Zhinan would definitely comply. Not to mention Geng Miao stepping in."

"Moreover, I think this isn't that simple; they sent the person straight to the city hospital precisely to prevent Geng Miao from intervening directly."

"There will surely be further moves; otherwise, it would be easy for Geng Miao's hand to reach into the city."

"And with Sun Chengjun dismissed, this case falls entirely into Lin Zhinan's hands; won't the next step be like a board raised high and then gently dropped? Just wait and see—the matter is certainly not that simple."

"Also, you must always believe that a leader who has reached the position of Provincial Party Committee Standing Member has a vision far sharper—and more ruthless—than yours."

"Among so many officials province‑wide, there are countless people eager to advance; why would he choose someone as young as Su Yang, only 25 years old?"

The voice on the other end said, "Even if everything you say is correct, Su Yang took a gift from them right under our noses; I estimate it starts at at least 50,000 yuan."

"Isn't that a concrete incriminating piece handed to Geng Miao? Moreover, Geng Miao would never fail to bring this leverage into play."

"Even if Su Yang has no backup, once this leverage is presented, he has no choice but to comply."

"We can't say he accepted Geng Miao's gift merely to see how much money was inside, or simply to keep Geng Miao placated, can we?"

The gray‑haired elder said, "Regarding this leverage, if they dared to take it, they must have a way to deal with it."

"I don't know whether it was to check the amount inside, but I suspect he intended to keep Geng Miao steady."

"We only pushed this matter forward, disrupting his original plan and bringing these events forward. That's fine too; let's just wait calmly and see."

"Let's see how far this will develop."

"But no matter what, what has happened so far can't hurt Geng Miao in the slightest."

"Alright, go attend to whatever you need to; remember, you must keep your hands clean here and be able to prove your cleanliness when necessary."

"Otherwise, if Geng Miao finally falls, you'll be sucked into this vortex."

The voice on the line said, "Don't worry, I've already cleared my own affairs; the money and shopping cards Geng Miao sent me over the years have been dealt with."

"By the way, Geng Miao really does seem extravagantly generous, but most of what we receive are still shopping cards, and the biggest mall in the entire Lieshan Xian belongs to him."

"Those funds end up being spent by us again; cash red packets are the same."

"Since he took over the distillery, ten years have passed; he's had his moments of brilliance and his moments of flair, and ultimately he should have paid the price he owed."

As soon as Su Yang arrived at the foot of the Lieshan Grand Hotel, he saw Ming Yuexin, dressed in a beige long dress, already waiting.

Ming Yuexin smiled, "County Magistrate Su, I thought you were stuck on the road, so I was about to come along to meet you."

The moment she met him, her face blossomed with a smile; such affability, combined with her charming grin, inevitably makes one want to fall into it.

However, for someone like Su Yang who is picky even about Western food, this sort of lingering on "coarse grains" really doesn't interest him.

Su Yang said, "With such hospitality, how could I not come? Even if not for myself, I must consider the Common People of the whole county."

"Our county, up to now, besides Shuanggou Brewing and its subsidiaries, has no other enterprise with a future."

"The county's economy is essentially a stagnant pool that needs an injection of external vitality; I hope you, President Ming, can contribute some strength to our hometown's development."

Ming Yuexin tossed her hair back, stepped forward and made a beckoning gesture to Su Yang, "County Magistrate Su, let's continue upstairs. A leader who truly cares for the people, never forgetting to seek welfare for the Common People—having an official like you in Lieshan Xian is truly our honor."

Regardless of what she thinks inside, her words are airtight.

As for Su Yang's just‑made suggestion to contribute to Lieshan Xian's economic development, she gave not the slightest response.

After going upstairs, in the largest private room there were only the two of them—no accompanying guests at all.

This gave Su Yang a slight surprise. If he didn't know Ming Yuexin's identity, that would be understandable; plainly put, it's a beauty trap—have a few drinks, then seize the chance to develop some deeper interaction with him.

Even if the scheme fails, taking a few photos or the like can still be used as leverage.

But this is Geng Miao's affair; how could he possibly allow his most beloved person to do this? He shouldn't.

Looks like today's setup isn't easy to break.

After taking seats, a large table of cold and hot dishes arrived quickly, and the wine served was 30‑year‑old Maotai.

Su Yang deliberately asked, "Boss Ming, with such a huge private room, so many dishes, such fine wine, and only the two of us—doesn't that feel wasteful? Shall we invite two more people?"

Ming Yuexin feigned coquettishness, "County Magistrate Su, is this looking down on me or what? After all the effort to invite you for a meal, you still want to bring others—that's so disheartening."

As she said that, she personally opened the wine and poured six full glasses in succession.

Ming Yuexin said, "County Magistrate Su, according to Lieshan Xian customs, I will first toast you with six cups; please don't refuse."

Su Yang indeed didn't refuse; he lifted the cup and drank all six in one go.

Then he smiled and said, "According to Lieshan Xian's rules, shouldn't I return the toast with six cups?"