CHAPTER XXVI
The investigation into Lin Yongquan is ongoing. After the phone call the night before, I don't know how An Nianping slept later, but An Nianrong really couldn't sleep at night. Her thoughts were on Rommon and his task, and it wasn't until morning that she reluctantly got up from her bed.
When he arrived at the office, he was told that Song Fei had held a video conference, and Lu Gancheng, who was in Beijing, would also participate to discuss the follow-up of the Lin Yongquan incident. Of course, the first thing to discuss is what happened next.
An Nianrong insisted that the official account of Luo 'Gate' about those two hours might be true.
Luo 'Men' insisted that Lin Yongquan was a soldier anyway and could not 'kill' him casually like dealing with a wild dog, so Luo 'Men' finally set up a small military court for him and tried him. In the words of Luo 'Men', "any soldier needs a little decency in his last moments."
What happened in between? It's nothing. Ro'mon's answer was equally convincing. The rest of the time was spent getting rid of the police and finding a suitable place to set up the execution ground, and he was well aware of the discipline of secret operations, so he had no intention of interrogating Lin Yongquan at all.
Lin Yongquan's matter will not end like this. His decision to flee will inevitably bring about high-level 'shocks', so all participants must remain silent until the situation is clear.
It's a tacit understanding.
If in these two hours, Lin Yongquan revealed secrets that Luo 'Men' should not know, then whether it was out of repentance or other intentions, these secrets would bring trouble to Luo 'Men'. For those who are happy and unhappy to see Lin Yongquan flee, keeping a secret is the most important thing. Even if An Nianrong wanted to, she couldn't hide anything for Luo 'Men', because this kind of thing would always be confirmed from other channels in the end, and if she concealed it for Luo 'Men', then even she herself would be in trouble.
The most feared result of doing intelligence work is to become a victim of political struggle, so Luo 'Men' explained that she was very satisfied.
Lin Yongquan, the scum, will not let people live in peace even if he dies.
The signal from the satellite was so clear that people could even make out every wrinkle on the NSG's face on the screen. Lu Gancheng looked impatient. The head of the Security Bureau was overwhelmed by the Lin Yongquan incident, and his face, which rarely smiled, was now even more ugly. Experiencing the oppressive atmosphere in the conference room, An Nianrong quietly made a gesture to Nan Mingtao, and Nan Mingtao willingly switched the picture to a suitable size.
"The cleaning is beautiful, but there are some details that you need to report."
Lu Gancheng's voice sounded a little shaky, but this was because the signal transmitted through the satellite was not 100% restored. His complexion was very dignified.
An Nianrong glanced at Song Fei, Song Fei didn't look at her, just looked at the boss on the screen intently.
"The exact report will have to wait for some time."
Lu Gancheng seemed to be watching her through the screen. "Wait a while? How long exactly? β
An Nianrong became nervous. "As it stands, it's going to take at least two more days."
As if sensing An Nianrong's emotions, Lu Gancheng nodded.
"Well done, Director An. It's not the way we expected it, but I have to say that it's probably the best way to go. You should be commended for showing initiative and initiative at work, but have you ever thought about the consequences of such an important job if it gets out of hand? β
An Nianrong's face turned red. Lu Gancheng's tone was not harsh, but his accusation of professional 'sex' made An Nianrong feel ashamed. There is one thing that Lu Gancheng said very pertinently, that is, she really did not think carefully about the consequences of actions once they get out of control. She's so eager to show herself that she's in such big trouble. Now it seems that "two hours" is no secret, and although Lu Gancheng does not mention it, his hint is clear, and it is clear that he is also haunted by this time.
"If I need to, I will go back to Beijing and report to the organization face-to-face."
Lu Gancheng hesitated for a moment, then shook his head. "No, you don't come back. At least not yet. There are a lot of people interested in this now, and if you come back and can't have a reasonable explanation, then you and I are in trouble. No, there's no need to rush, we still have time to clean up the aftermath of this matter. β
He leaned back in his chair, and the distance from the camera was suddenly pulled away, so far that it was impossible to see the expression on his face.
"I think it's time for you to address the problems that are happening elsewhere. That problem isn't as tough as the one you're facing right now, so I think a week is enough time to prepare for the debriefing. I don't think I need to remind you how important this week is for you. β
Then LΓΌ Gancheng turned to Song Fei.
"Old Song, you don't have to rush back, when Director An is not in Hong Kong, you will be in charge of the work there. If the work there is too busy, you can put Lin Yongquan's affairs aside. If Director An has time to prepare the materials, it is up to you to cooperate with her. She's still young, you have to help her more. β
Song Fei nodded. "Needless to say. Lao Lu, according to your wishes, we will do our best to do a good job. β
Lu Gancheng waved his hand almost perfunctorily, and the image on the screen disappeared.
Technicians began to receive data passed on via satellite. Taking advantage of this time, Song Fei pulled An Nianrong out of the office and into the stairwell. Song Fei gestured to the camera head in the stairwell, and the camera turned silently.
"If you're not the prime minister's 'daughter', you're doomed this time." Song Fei's voice is full of color. "Do you know how much pressure the Director is putting on to keep your position right now?"
An Nianrong looked at Song Fei with little confidence. "What pressure does the director have to bear?"
Song Fei felt that his tone was a little too much, and his expression became kinder.
"Because Lin Yongquan's matter will 'force' some people to a dead end. Sometimes, we know who did what but we can't do anything, because the consequences of 'doing something' are even more dire. That's why there are people who have always been able to do bad things with impunity. It's politics, kid. I don't have time to explain this in detail, but you have a week to think of a good reason for yourself, good enough to believe that in these two hours, Lin Yongquan has not 'revealed' any details of his successful defection to your people and has not involved anyone. Especially the latter point is more important than anything else. β
An Nianrong looked at him angrily. "Are you asking me to turn a deaf ear to the inside story of the Lin Yongquan incident? How can this be? Isn't it our job to find out who is harmed? Why cover up this kind of thing? β
Song Fei took a deep breath. "I repeat, this is a political necessity. I admit that in the world of politics, it is ridiculous to see right and wrong, but this is the reality. The difference between us and ordinary people is that we have to bear the unimaginable inner torment of their situation, right and wrong have another concept in our place, and we have to adapt and obey. β
An Nianrong irritably turned around in the corridor.
Although she is young and has not much experience, she is a smart person after all. Song Fei's words have clearly stated that if the investigation continues, the Lin Yongquan incident is very likely to cause turmoil in the party. An Nianrong resolved the crisis with the courage to pull out her teeth, which is satisfying. It was only Luo Gate's self-assertion that created a new crisis. Once you put everything under the sun, the situation will get out of hand.
"What's going on elsewhere?" She suddenly asked Song Fei.
Song Fei looked at her on the top of his glasses. "It's not an easy task at all, and if you want to solve this problem safely, you may have to leave the country for a while."
An Nianrong calmed down. "I don't think I'm that important."
"It's about getting you out of the country for a while, and then coming back with your reasonable explanations. We all think it's the best way to go. Song Fei nodded. If this mission is carried out. β
An Nianrong looked at Song Fei expressionlessly. "You mean, you're going to 'freeze' me?"
Song Fei smiled, and at this time his smile was full of doting on the young 'girl'.
"No one doubts your competence in business. Of course, you should know that whoever you are doing and what task you are performing will be 'frozen' for a period of time after it is over. This is the normal procedure, and you don't need to be upset about it. He gently patted An Nianrong's arm. Maybe you should take good care of your people. I'm sure someone will listen to the details of this operation from various sources, and everything will be revealed. β
"What if I don't want to go out?" An Nianrong looked at Song Fei coldly.
Song Fei looked at her. "Have you forgotten that everything must be subordinated to the basic principles of organizational distribution? If you don't want to go, I don't think anyone will force you, and who else wants to work with you? Besides, can you ignore your own political future? β
An Nianrong bit her lip.
Sooner or later, this day will come.
When she fell into this mess, she knew that her background would not help her, but would have a negative impact, and at that time she could only rely on her own wisdom. For her, the real test has just begun, and in this test, she has not much room to maneuver.