Chapter 270: Courting Death

To clear herself of suspicion of colluding with Chen Yongren, Gu Yongshan also took the initiative to interrogate Chen Yongren, letting Zeng Qiru watch the show outside.

Working at 76, having one fewer enemy is always better than having one more enemy.

"Advisor Chen, spill it—where did you get all this gold?" Gu Yongshan patted the document box.

"And these bank documents of yours, these few anonymous private accounts."

"The records show this isn't your first time."

"Chen Yongren, to be frank, with your salary there's no reason you should have this much money, let alone spare cash for investment."

"Shouldn't you give a reasonable explanation?"

"And as for where these funds went, I see you bought a lot of gold—far more than just this one box."

"Advisor Chen, where is this gold?"

"If Chief Fuyuan knew you were doing all this behind his back, what expression would he have?"

"Doing a little graft on the side is naturally no problem."

"But the premise is not getting caught."

"If something goes wrong, only the Japanese can get away scot-free."

""Some things, because of your rank, I can't say too much." Chen Yongren crossed his legs, looking arrogantly at Gu Yongshan."

"Gu Yongshan laughed in anger: "Looks like you still don't grasp the situation."

""As soon as we caught you, we called to report to Chief Fuyuan."

""He's furious about this, deeply disappointed in you, and is out there watching you right now."

""You know why we didn't use torture—it's to save face for the Locust Army."

"Gu Yongshan pointed to the large glass mirror beside the interrogation room."

"To ensure the safety of interrogators, 76 modeled itself after foreign interrogation rooms, dividing the original interrogation room into small rooms and installing one-way glass."

"Those inside the interrogation room cannot see outside, but those outside can see what's happening inside."

"If the detainee shows any illness, we simply lock the door, isolate them, and prevent the virus from leaking out."

"Likewise, this can also be used to pressure the detainee."

"After all, no one knows who is standing behind the glass."

"Hearing this, Chen Yongren almost laughed."

"I'm actually helping that old devil Fuyuan make money—if he knew I'd been caught, how could he possibly stand outside calmly watching the show?"

""Chen Yongren, I advise you to face reality—if you can't explain where this money came from, no one can save you!" Gu Yongshan showed a fierce expression."

""Do you really think your advisor position will survive after today's incident? Don't force us to torture you!"

""In front of Chief Fuyuan, I don't want you to look so embarrassed!"

""Little buddy, you didn't even file a report, yet you dragged me, an advisor, into the interrogation room—you must be thrilled, huh?" Chen Yongren stood up and walked to the glass mirror."

""You…" Gu Yongshan instinctively reached for her gun."

"Although she saw Chen Yongren walking toward the glass, Gu Yongshan still didn't dare let her guard down."

""Do you think you've uncovered some earth‑shattering secret?"

""I can assure you, there's definitely no Chief Fuyuan behind this mirror."

"I've already been late half an hour; that old devil Fuyuan Jintai must be frantic."

"'Damn bastard, his conscience is completely rotten.'"

"'I was wondering why Chen Sang hasn't shown up—turns out the people from 76 snatched him!'"

"'Without any permission, they dare to grab my people!'"

"…… "

"Hearing the voice suddenly appear in his ear, Chen Yongren knew the person who would vent his anger had arrived."

"Investigate me?"

"You damn well know who I'm working for, you little brat?"

"Seeing Chen Yongren's calm expression, Gu Yongshan's face fell into a strange look, unsure where his confidence came from."

""You really think toppling me will let you take my place?" Chen Yongren lifted his hand, glanced at the time, and pointed at Zeng Qiru behind the mirror."

""You want to be king of 76? You'd better check whether you're even qualified.""

"Seeing that from the moment Chen Yongren was arrested until now, his face showed no trace of fear."

"Zeng Qiru also felt a bit uneasy in his heart, especially after Chen Yongren pointed at him—he jumped back a step, frightened."

"Where does he get his confidence?"

"He really thinks having Japanese backing lets him do as he pleases in 76."

"Zeng Qiru wondered whether they should skip these procedures."

"Go straight to severe punishment."

"By then, as long as they have the confession, even if the Japanese find out, they won't be able to say much."

"Besides, that box of gold is enough to keep the Japanese happy."

"The person they sent over is a major corrupt official—who knows, maybe Chen Yongren will be secretly executed."

""Damn it, give him to me…" Zeng Qiru was thinking that when suddenly he heard the door kicked open."

""Damn it!""

""Who's got no eyes—do you even know how much this door costs?"

""I just—"

"Zeng Qiru cursed and turned around, seeing the furious Fuyuan Jintai; his face instantly broke into a grin as he leaned on his cane and hobbled over to Fuyuan Jintai."

""Lord Fuyuan, how did you come here?""

I was just about to report to you.

Consultant Chen is corrupt and breaking the law; we've caught him, with both personal and material evidence!

You tell me, how did the always fair and incorruptible No. 76 produce such a bastard!

Seeing Tengyuan Jintai's face full of anger, Zeng Qiru still thought he was angry because of Chen Yongren's matter.

The person he recommended caused such a big incident, losing face.

Zeng Qiru had just wanted to continue speaking when Tengyuan Jintai gave him a hard slap: 'Baka, you idiot, idiot!'

Where is the person!

Zeng Qiru was slapped silly by two slaps, he pointed at the door: 'Section Chief Gu is interrogating inside.'

Bad.

Something happened!

Tengyuan Jintai pushed open the door, saw Chen Yongren safe and sound, and immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

Zeng Qiru followed closely behind.

'Director Fujiwara!' Chen Yongren stood up straight, bowed, walked to his side, and explained the whole story.

Tengyuan Jintai's face turned grim.

This bastard Zeng Qiru actually dared to investigate me, even trying to seize my funds?

He even dares to embezzle my money.

His conscience is completely ruined!

Seeing this, Gu Yongshan's heart skipped a beat.

'Director Fujiwara, it's him, it's all his fault!' Zeng Qiru didn't hesitate, immediately pulling the dazed Chen Xiaoshu to the front.

He told me that Consultant Chen went to the bank, I don't know what he was doing there.

I was just following the regulations, wanting to check!

Even if Zeng Qiru is stupid, he understands who these funds will go to.

Bad, hit a snag.

Damn.

Chen Yongren screwed me over; he could clearly say this money is for the Japanese!

Zeng Qiru was saying that.

'Damn it, what are you, dare to scheme against me?' Chen Yongren feigned anger, directly pulled out his waist gun, pressing it against Chen Xiaoshu's head.

Seeing that.

Zeng Qiru's heart jumped.

Damn it, where is this guy hiding his gun?

Bang!

A crisp gunshot suddenly rang out.