"Where is Jin Zhe?"
Zhou Weiguo's face was ashen.
He wanted to see if this fellow who had caused such a colossal mess truly had three heads and six arms.
Cai Ying twisted Xie Sisi's arm and replied, "He's been sent to the hospital for emergency treatment."
"Wu Tao!"
Zhou Weiguo bellowed.
"Here."
Wu Tao, who was completely stunned, responded.
"I have one last task for you. Go to the hospital and detain Jin Zhe. Alive or dead, I want to see him!"
Zhou Weiguo commanded with finality.
"Yes."
Wu Tao dared not disobey and immediately gathered his subordinates.
He couldn't care about anything else now, only hoping to protect himself amidst this disaster.
For Secretary Zhou to be so flustered, even uttering phrases like "alive or dead, I want to see him," it was clear Jin Zhe must have stirred up immense trouble.
To continue siding with the Xie family would be foolish!
He wouldn't dare even if he had ten times the courage!
Zhou Yi's eyes were fixed on Tian Mengyao, who stood by as if unconcerned. "I wasn't mistaken," she thought. "Tsk, I shouldn't have bothered with Li Jian earlier. This is the real power player!"
Zhou Yi's heart surged with emotion, wondering if Lin Fan had known all along.
While she was lost in thought, Zhou Weiguo walked over.
"Chairman Zhou, what are you all doing here?"
Zhou Weiguo was quite familiar with this prominent figure in the real estate industry who shared his surname.
"Same as you, I suppose. I received a call from the police station and came right away," Zhou Yi replied.
"Oh."
Zhou Weiguo nodded lightly.
"Secretary Zhou."
Xie Ming watched his struggling daughter, his heart sinking to the bottom.
"Old Xie, you've found yourself a fine son-in-law," Zhou Zhicheng sighed softly. He then ordered Cai Ying, "Detain them."
"Yes."
Cai Ying immediately signaled her subordinates, who stepped forward to handcuff Xie Ming.
Like autumn wind sweeping fallen leaves, there was no resistance.
Zhou Weiguo accompanied Tian Mengyao, heading directly to the interrogation room.
Hurried footsteps approached.
Lin Fan looked up and smiled.
When Wu Tao and the others had left in a hurry earlier, he could tell from their expressions that important figures were arriving.
"Xiao Fan."
Tian Mengyao burst through the door and rushed in.
Seeing Lin Fan secured to the stool with handcuffs, Tian Mengyao couldn't help but shed tears.
Tian Mengyao disregarded everything else and rushed into Lin Fan's arms.
"Wuwuwu."
Tian Mengyao cried, "I'm sorry, I'm so sorry I'm late."
"Don't cry, my little傻瓜 (silly girl)," Lin Fan comforted her.
Zhou Weiguo saw this scene and murmured, "Elder Mr. Lin..."
His legs weakened, and he almost lost his footing and fell.
This was big trouble!
This was really big trouble!
According to Tian Mengyao, there was an Elder Mr. Lin in Luofeng Village with exceptional medical skills and a benevolent heart.
Zhou Weiguo had seen Lin Fan at a banquet before, and he had always assumed Lin Fan was the son or grandson of Elder Mr. Lin. But what if Elder Mr. Lin didn't exist?
Cold sweat beaded on Zhou Weiguo's forehead.
If he guessed correctly, Tian Mengyao's purpose was obvious.
Minister Tian had said it was fine for her daughter to get to know some talented young men, but she hadn't mentioned Lin Fan among them!
Lin Fan wasn't even part of the system, just an ordinary citizen. If Minister Tian found out...
Zhou Weiguo shuddered at the thought of the consequences.
Cai Ying bustled about, busy with unlocking Lin Fan's handcuffs.
"Divine Doctor Lin, we apologize for the offense," Cai Ying said with a fawning smile, looking embarrassed.
"It's alright, just a misunderstanding," Lin Fan said. He stood up and stretched his limbs.
He never imagined he would be arrested and brought to a police station one day.
"Xiao Fan, are you alright?"
Tian Mengyao, who had long lost her usual composure, anxiously examined Lin Fan from head to toe.
Lin Fan made a punching motion. "What could happen to me? Did you forget..."
Tian Mengyao immediately remembered how he had punched through a tree trunk back then. Ordinary people causing trouble for him was simply courting death!
"Let's go home."
Tian Mengyao hugged Lin Fan's arm, her voice soft and sweet.
"Mhm."
Lin Fan nodded gently.
The moment Tian Mengyao appeared, he knew he was safe.
Not so long ago, when Wang Quezi had harassed Xia Xue, he dared to block the man on the road and hit Wang Quezi's head with a brick, leaving him bleeding.
Years had passed, and although he treated people every day, it didn't mean he had become timid or easy to bully.
Jin Zhe had also crossed his bottom line, and he wouldn't tolerate it!
"Xiao Fan!"
Zhou Yi and the others finally managed to enter the interrogation room after much persuasion.
The moment she saw Lin Fan, her eyes lit up, and she rushed forward for an enthusiastic hug.
"Sister Zhou, why are you here?"
"How could I not come when you're in trouble!"
Zhou Yi asked nervously and worriedly, "Xiao Fan, did they hit you?"
"No."
Lin Fan smiled.
"That's good then."
Zhou Yi breathed a sigh of relief.
"Master Lin, it's good that you're alright."
"We all came to see you."
"Master Lin, when do you have time to visit me?"
"Well, our company has a project, when might you be free?"
A group of bosses eagerly stepped forward to greet him. Some, impatient, immediately began making requests.
"Thank you all for your kindness," Lin Fan cupped his hands to the crowd.
"What are you doing, what are you doing?" Zhou Yi frowned and waved her hand, "Let's talk about any matters after we get out."
"Yes, yes, yes."
"Master Lin, we'll be hosting a banquet to wash away the bad luck."
"You must grace us with your presence today."
Amidst the throng of people surrounding him, Lin Fan slowly walked out of the interrogation room.
Just then, the Xie father and daughter were being escorted into the interrogation room by police officers.
In moments, the once arrogant father and daughter had become prisoners.
"Uncle Zhou, what crime did we commit?"
"Why are you arresting us?"
"Lin Fan, don't leave!"
"Officer, arrest the bad people!"
Xie Sisi cried hysterically, her voice hoarse.
Zhou Weiguo, already in a bad mood, glared at her fiercely upon hearing this.
You're still asking why?
This time, he would make sure the Xie family knew the meaning of a county magistrate who could destroy a family, or a prefect who could exterminate a clan!
Xie Ming saw Zhou Weiguo's gaze and a deep despair welled up in his heart.
He knew this time they were truly in for terrible luck!
A moment later.
Lin Fan walked out the door, the bright sunlight warming him, and the fresh air blowing against his face.
"It feels so good!"
Lin Fan squinted, savoring the taste of freedom.
"Xiao Fan, come with me, let's go have a banquet," Zhou Yi said, taking Lin Fan's arm.
Tian Mengyao quickly interjected, "Sister Zhou, Xiao Fan's family is worried. Let's return to the village first, and then Xiao Fan can host a banquet next time to thank everyone."
"Alright!"
Zhou Yi's eyes shone brightly.
Minister Tian's daughter had spoken, who would dare disobey?
As long as she could establish a connection with her, everything would be smooth sailing from now on.
After bidding farewell one by one, Tian Mengyao and Lin Fan departed first.
Zhou Yi looked at Zhou Weiguo and smiled, "Relative, shall we get together?"
"I won't be joining. I have important matters to attend to today."
Zhou Weiguo was preoccupied. After a few polite exchanges, he got into his car.