Reborn as a Noble's Son-Chapter 949 - 905 Conclusion
Chapter 949: Chapter 905 Conclusion
Chapter 949 -905 Conclusion
Zhang Tian’en, despite being a yamen born, was somewhat knowledgeable. Looking at the two people before him, meticulous and expressionless, he was well aware that should he utter a single word of resistance, a forced arrest was likely to follow.
After a pause, Zhang Tian’en said to the two, “Comrades, do you think it’s okay if I pack up a bit?”
Zhang Tian’en’s intention was simple: he wanted to send a warning signal to his father. Unfortunately, things did not go as he hoped. Right after he spoke, one of the men said, “Zhang Tian’en, I don’t think that will be necessary. We will take care of everything for you when the time comes.”
Zhang Tian’en was taken away directly and was detained inside the Ganzhou Provincial Public Security Bureau. There, they also had interrogation rooms.
As soon as he entered, the sight that met Zhang Tian’en was entirely shocking to him: an empty room with a desk, two chairs, and an interrogation chair on the other side.
On the wall, slogans of ‘leniency to those who confess and severity to those who resist’ stood out all too clearly. Under normal circumstances, Zhang Tian’en would joke that ‘confess to be lenient, end up with a long prison sentence; resist and be severe, go home for the New Year.’ But now that he was sitting there, he realized he was not as calm as he thought.
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The news of Zhang Tian’en’s arrest did not reach Zhang Shengshan until noon the next day, as it was also Zhang Tian’en’s mother’s birthday. There was no reason for him to dare not come home if nothing was amiss.
Zhang Shengshan was extremely angry about this. After making several calls, he even went in person to Dacheng Luxurious Residence, where he learned from the security guards that Zhang Tian’en had been taken away by people from the Ganzhou Provincial Public Security Bureau the previous night.
Sitting in the car, Zhang Shengshan’s face was grim. His sharp senses told him something was off. The special investigation team had been stationed at Huaxia Group without much action, but now his son, Zhang Tian’en, was suddenly taken away by the police. Zhang Shengshan was certain that there was a connection.
He instructed his driver, “Go back to the factory.”
Zhang Shengshan then sank into deep thought, sensing the impending storm. This was definitely a harbinger. The special investigation group was surely aiming to find a breakthrough via his son. The top priority now was to contact Zhang Tian’en as soon as possible; otherwise, given his son’s fear of death and willingness to compromise, he would fold under pressure.
At this time, the only person Zhang Shengshan could think to turn to was his old superior, the one who transferred the special investigation group. From this point of view, Nie Zhenbang came prepared and was always guarding against him.
Moreover, it was indeed so. The disciplinary department of Huaxia Group was established on the foundation of the three large factories. Having managed Factory 38 for many years, Zhang Shengshan certainly had some inside information there. Unfortunately, this time, the special investigation team did not involve the group’s disciplinary department at all, leaving Zhang Shengshan blind.
From Dacheng Luxurious Residence in Ganzhou City to the residential district of Factory 38 was not a long distance, just about thirty kilometers, and the car was not moving slowly. But for Zhang Shengshan, time seemed to crawl by, he kept urging the driver to go faster.
The car abruptly stopped with a screech in front of his home. By now, Zhang Shengshan had lost his usual composure and got out of the car himself.
It was midday, nap time for the old generals and leaders. Knowing the old leader well, Zhang Shengshan did not dare call during rest hours. What he needed to do now was to return quickly, straighten things out, and then call after the old leader was awake to prepare what he would say.
As he entered his home, Zhang Shengshan said while changing shoes, “Wife, let’s eat first. I have no idea where that boy Tian’en has gotten off to. Let’s not wait for him.”
However, his wife did not respond to his words. As he walked into the living room, Zhang Shengshan was taken aback. Three people were sitting on the sofa. Seeing Zhang Shengshan come in, the man in the middle stood up and showed his badge, saying, “Comrade Zhang Shengshan, hello, I am from the third division for discipline inspection and supervision of the Ganzhou Province Disciplinary Committee. Here’s my work badge. I’m part of the special investigation team for the case of the bidding for Huaxia Group’s Project 7, on the orders of Comrade Liu Wei, the team leader. The purpose of our visit is to talk to you about the situation. Comrade Zhang Shengshan, do you have anything you need to take with you?”
These words completely disrupted Zhang Shengshan’s plans. He knew very well that if he went with them without access to communication means, he would be facing dire consequences.
There was a pause before Zhang Shengshan spoke angrily, “I don’t care what kind of special investigation team you are. If you want to arrest me, that’s fine, but show me the official documentation from the special investigation team and from Huaxia Group. I don’t care about anything else. If you have that, I will go with you. If not, sorry, this is a private residence; please leave immediately.”
It was expected that Zhang Shengshan would react this way. The visitors were not flustered at all. With a faint smile, they took out a document from their briefcase and handed it to Zhang Shengshan, “Comrade Zhang Shengshan, the special investigation team already knew you wouldn’t cooperate. This is the documentation from the team, signed by Comrade Nie Zhenbang, the Chairman of Huaxia Group. Now, can you please come with us?”
At that moment, Zhang Shengshan, without hurry, stood up. Now that the facts were clear, the special investigation team had made thorough preparations. To not go would not only mean being uncooperative with the team’s investigation—after all, if you did nothing wrong, why resist so much?
Looking at his wife, Zhang Shengshan smiled and said, “My dear, relax, the comrades from the special investigation team just want to get some information from me. I’ll be back tonight. Later, give your father a call. He’s gone to Jingcheng for a trip; make sure to check in on him.”
Zhang Shengshan dared not be explicit, only hinting to his wife in such a manner. Zhang Shengshan’s father-in-law had passed away long ago. By saying this, he believed his wife would understand.
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At Nanjiang Hotel, the special investigation team’s car stopped at the entrance with Zhang Shengshan inside, causing an ominous premonition to rise in his heart. Some anger crept into his voice, “What is the meaning of this? Are you trying to put me under house arrest?”
The special investigation team’s staff flanked Zhang Shengshan on both sides as the team leader spoke with a stern face, “Comrade Zhang Shengshan, what kind of attitude is that? The special investigation team is conducting its investigation right here at Nanjiang Hotel. If not here, where should it be? In factory number 38?”
The room was a very ordinary standard guest room, with a bed, desk, and various items fully equipped. At this point, without concrete evidence, the special investigation team would indeed not take coercive measures against Zhang Shengshan.
At that moment, inside the room, Liu Wei personally took charge and sat on the sofa. As Zhang Shengshan walked in, Liu Wei’s expression was serious as she gestured to the seat beside her, “Comrade Zhang Shengshan, please have a seat. We have called you here mainly to consult with you about two matters.”
Liu Wei’s reputation was renowned among officials and cadres all over the country. With the “Iron Lady” sitting there, an air of formidable authority radiated from her, causing Zhang Shengshan to feel somewhat flustered.
Half sitting on the sofa with great deference, Zhang Shengshan nodded and said, “Please go ahead, Chief. I’ll fully cooperate with the special investigation team and hold nothing back. I have always placed great importance on discipline inspection work. It plays a significant role in maintaining the purity of our ranks.”
While Zhang Shengshan continued speaking, Liu Wei raised a hand to interrupt his words firmly, “Comrade Zhang Shengshan, first of all, the construction of the Huaxia Group’s compound wall amounted to an investment of nearly ten million yuan. What’s the reason for that? According to third-party construction estimations, given the building standards, this figure, to be precise, should not exceed seven million two hundred thousand yuan. Another matter, on the day of the bid opening for the project, why did you look for Comrade Ding Weiguang?”
After Liu Wei finished, her gaze firmly fixed on Zhang Shengshan. They say the eyes are the windows to the soul, and after many years in discipline inspection work, Liu Wei had developed a thorough understanding of the significance of one’s gaze. The Iron Lady, in the world of discipline inspection, was akin to a human polygraph machine.
Zhang Shengshan felt as if caught red-handed, and suddenly, he stood up, a clear sign of evasion to Liu Wei. He promptly said, “Chief, I am innocent. The construction of the compound wall went through an official bidding process, and we chose Victorious Construction Co. As to why the cost exceeded the budget, I suppose it might be related to personnel wages. As for seeking Ding Weiguang, it was purely for work-related reasons.”
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No sooner had the words left his mouth than Liu Wei smiled faintly and said, “Comrade Zhang Shengshan, it seems you still have reservations. As far as I know, your son, Zhang Tian’en, doesn’t tell the same story.”
Zhang Tian’en hadn’t actually confessed anything of substantive significance or made any breakthrough revelations. What Liu Wei did was merely one of the most common tactics used in discipline inspection work.
At this point, Zhang Shengshan responded with some indignation, “Chief, I assure you on my Party principles that I am without fault. There are some individuals in the group with ulterior motives who are trying to sabotage and purge dissenters. This is a false accusation against me. I am willing to submit to any investigation by the organization.”
In that moment, Zhang Shengshan tried to appear ‘noble,’ much like a martyr about to be executed. A serene smile on her face, Liu Wei was about to speak when the Secretary of the Ganzhou Province Disciplinary Committee, Zhou Bingliang, came in with a solemn expression. He walked straight to Liu Wei, leaned over, and whispered, “Chief, Zhang Tian’en couldn’t hold out any longer. Just after the news leaked that we took Zhang Shengshan away, he confessed. He confessed everything.”
Hearing this, a triumphant smile naturally appeared on Liu Wei’s face—a feeling she hadn’t experienced since stepping down. Standing up, Liu Wei announced, “Comrade Zhang Shengshan, there has been a new development in the situation. I am here to formally announce the organization’s decision to you: as of now, you are under ‘shuanggui’.” (
