diskusbooks Chapter 311 Memorial Service
Chapter 311 Memorial Service
The antique dealer whose family was wiped out was named Gu Xingyuan. Ye Xingguo was a good friend of his. Back then, even a deputy director couldn't seek justice for his good friend, let alone ordinary people like Zhang Jian and Tan Bin.
Ye Xingguo has been quietly accumulating strength over the years, waiting for an opportunity, determined to give his friend justice.
He had his youthful arrogance, but the higher one climbs in officialdom, the fewer positions there are; it's no exaggeration to say it's like walking on thin ice.
Qi Tongwei's arrival gave Ye Xingguo a glimmer of hope that the truth would come to light.
"Comrade Rongxian, I do admire this young man, but everything is within the framework of the law."
Chen Wangui's expression was unfriendly, and he pressed on aggressively, "Comrade Xingguo, I heard that kid said at the crime scene that Comrade Chen Wenzheng deserved to die. That's not something a policeman should say."
Ye Xingguo scoffed, "Comrade Wan Gui, shouldn't you have understood the situation before saying this? At the time, the murderer was holding a hostage and asking Comrade Qi Tongwei questions in an agitated manner. He could only agree with the murderer. What's wrong with that?"
Chen Wangui pressed on, "Comrade Xingguo, what about that kid giving the murder weapon to the victim's family so they could kill someone and pay with their life? Doesn't that count as a major violation?"
Ye Xingguo had anticipated this. "Comrade Wan Gui, Comrade Qi Tongwei did indeed act somewhat inappropriately in this matter, but it is understandable. The three-day deadline for solving the case put him under a lot of mental pressure, and he was just emotionally agitated for a moment."
Chen Wangui scoffed, "Comrade Xingguo, it's too simplistic to say you were just emotional. What if the victim's family members picked up a knife and killed someone?"
Ye Xingguo, undeterred, continued to stand his ground, saying, "Comrade Wan Gui, I believe Comrade Qi Tongwei isn't so brainless. Perhaps he's certain the other party wouldn't dare kill."
Provincial Party Secretary Li Yong'an tapped the table twice; he couldn't just stand by and watch the two of them argue like this, their tongues clashing.
"Comrade Xingguo, Comrade Wan Gui, please say less."
"Yes, Secretary Li."
The two had no choice but to pause their struggle, which was now openly discussed. Some were considering taking sides, while others didn't want to take sides at all.
Li Yong'an then gave a concluding speech, "This case has taught us a profound lesson, and everyone should think about it carefully."
"Comrades, I hope you will remember that we are a government that serves the people."
Chen Wenzheng's memorial service was very high-profile, as if to show off the strength of Chenjia Village. It was to be held for seven consecutive days, with plenty of fish and meat to eat and drink.
Everyone of importance in Tianhe City had to go; Chen Wenxiong would keep a record of anyone who didn't go.
With such a lively atmosphere, Qi Tongwei naturally wanted to join in the fun and also see what kind of guests were there.
He went with Chen Shunjun, and Lan Ying insisted on going to see him, so he let her go with him.
A banner in remembrance of Chen Wenzheng hangs at the main entrance, using rather bold language.
Car after car drove into Chenjiazhai, forming a line that stretched for at least a kilometer, a truly impressive display that reflected the village's strength.
To show respect for the deceased, Qi Tongwei changed into a black suit and took a bunch of yellow chrysanthemums with him after getting out of the car.
Chen Wenzheng's memorial service was held in a spacious dam, at least the size of a football field. There were many people there, and Qi Tongwei slowly moved forward in line.
Vice Governor Chen Wangui came, but other provincial leaders did not. Instead, they sent a wreath on behalf of the provincial party committee and government.
Lan Ying was a little nervous following behind Qi Tongwei. Qi Tongwei had warned her that no matter what happened, she should pretend not to see it.
Lan Ying came because she wanted to see if Chen Wenxiong's son, Chen Zhilong, would return from abroad. Seven years ago, the antique dealer Gu Xingyuan's family was murdered. His daughter, Gu Ying, was Lan Ying's classmate and good friend. Rumor had it that Chen Zhilong led the attack. After that, Chen Zhilong went abroad.
Suddenly, Chen Wensheng led a group of bodyguards in suits and walked aggressively toward Qi Tongwei. Chen Zhilong was among them. Seven years ago, he was a thug with blond hair, but now he has a slicked-back hairstyle and wears a suit like a Wall Street elite. These days, all you need to do to clean up someone's image is go abroad for a bit of gilding.
Chen Wensheng glared angrily at Qi Tongwei, "What are you doing here? You're not welcome here, get out now!"
Qi Tongwei stood motionless. "Guests are guests, don't you know any manners? Besides, I'm the one who caught the murderer, you ingrate, aren't you?"
Enraged by the rebuke, Chen Wensheng pointed at Qi Tongwei and shouted, "Damn it, I told you to get out of here right now!"
These words immediately attracted everyone's attention; even mourning the dead couldn't stop people from watching the spectacle.
Chen Shunjun quickly stepped in to smooth things over, "Wen Sheng, calm down. Qi Zhi is only here today to mourn the deceased; he has no other intentions."
Chen Wensheng glared at Chen Shunjun. If Chen Wenxiong hadn't given orders not to touch him, he would have already shoved him into a cement pillar.
I'll say it again, get out now.
Qi Tongwei twisted his neck. He hadn't slept well last night. Damn it, Chenjiazhai is really domineering. I can't even mourn for them.
"Chen Wensheng, you're not qualified. Let Chen Wenxiong talk to me."
These words were so arrogant that everyone present was shocked and broke out in a cold sweat. They were all very curious about who this kid was.
Chen Wensheng was furious. The master told him to calm down, but he couldn't control his anger at all.
"Get this bastard out of here!"
Wait a minute.
Chen Zhilong raised his hand to stop the bodyguard in the suit. "Fifth Uncle, today is Second Uncle's memorial service. Let's not make a move. Let me talk to him."
While abroad, Chen Zhilong had already heard Chen Zhihu talk about Qi Tongwei, saying that he was Ye Xingguo's dog who came specifically to deal with Chenjiazhai.
"Officer Qi, my name is Chen Zhilong. I just returned from abroad. As a guest, we shouldn't turn away guests. I've heard about your misunderstanding with Chenjiazhai while I was abroad, so I'm very sorry. Please don't delay other people from mourning my second uncle."
That sounded a bit more palatable. Qi Tongwei didn't necessarily have to mourn; he was just there to observe who had come. Knowing yourself and your enemy is the key to victory.
"Respect for the dead is paramount, fine, I'll give you face today."
"Thank you, Officer Qi."
Chen Zhilong has learned his father's ability to hide a knife behind a smile. Over the years abroad, he has also learned to conceal his malice. If it were seven years ago, he would have immediately taken a knife and attacked Qi Tongwei.
Qi Tongwei came out, and Lan Ying followed him out. Chen Zhilong's eyes lit up.
"Miss, haven't we met somewhere before?"
Lan Ying suppressed her anger. Her good friend Gu Ying had been violated by multiple men before her death, a horrific scene that still pained her.
You've mistaken me for someone else.
"Let's go, Lan Ying."
Qi Tongwei swaggered away with Lan Ying, while everyone's curious gazes remained fixed on him.
As Chen Zhilong gazed at Lan Ying's retreating figure, he felt as if he had seen her somewhere before.
Qi Tongwei drove away from Chenjiazhai, and one car after another continued to drive in, as if all the cars in Tianhe City had come.
"Lan Ying, do you know that Chen Zhilong?"
Lan Ying took a deep breath. "Chief Qi, let me tell you about a case from seven years ago..."