If it's someone from the city, the backing behind them could still help Zhang Qun, but if it's someone from the province, and especially the Provincial Secretary, then it's best to decisively give up on Zhang Qun!

"It's over, completely over!" Zhang Qun felt utterly desolate, as if he could see his political career about to end here. Moreover, he was facing several years of prison time!

Over on Meng Guoxiong's side, he directly called the Wancheng City Committee. When Qi Shangjing received the call from Meng Guoxiong, he was even more surprised, especially upon learning that Lin Mu was now a guest at the Provincial Secretary's house. He was extremely astonished. How could this kid become a valued guest of the Provincial Secretary?

In the call, Meng Guoxiong informed Qi Shangjing to directly dismiss Zhang Qun from his position as the secretary of the Wancheng Prosecution Office, and also instructed Qi Shangjing to assist the Discipline Inspection Commission in investigating Zhang Qun's case. If there was any evidence of Zhang Qun's illegal activities, they must be strictly punished without hesitation!

With the Provincial Secretary's orders, the way forward became clear; no one without discernment would dare to obstruct. Qi Shangjing was so excited to hear this that he nodded immediately and agreed in one breath!

After hanging up the phone, Qi Shangjing contacted the people from the Discipline Inspection Commission, quickly took action against Zhang Qun, and directly brought him from the City Government to the Discipline Inspection Commission for questioning. After a round of questioning, Zhang Qun did not dispute this matter; he confessed to the crimes of bribery and corruption without hesitation. At this point, Zhang Qun didn't have the heart to argue!

Thus, the secretary of the Wancheng Prosecution Office had fallen due to bribery and corruption. When Hodou heard the news of his brother-in-law's fall, he was even more panicked, feeling the same despair as Zhang Qun!

With Zhang Qun's fall, the matters of guarantees he made using his position at the bank naturally crumbled. The bank initially agreed to Zhang Qun's guarantees because of his position as the Prosecution Office secretary. Now that he had fallen, they would immediately revert to the previous contracts!

That evening, Lin Mu had a few drinks with Meng Guoxiong at his house, and Meng Wei'Er also came back. As soon as she arrived home and saw Lin Mu, her cherry-like mouth opened wide in disbelief. Could it be that the Prince Charming she dreamt of every night appeared at her home? Could it be that the heavens knew she dreamt of him every night, so they sent him to her?

Lin Mu's visit delighted Meng Wei'Er beyond measure. She kept chatting with Lin Mu, leaving no room for Meng Guoxiong to join the conversation! Meng Guoxiong was also pleased. Since Lin Mu acted as her bodyguard for a few days, Meng Wei'Er's personality had been drastically changing. She, who used to dislike studying, now enjoyed it and showed great improvement. Sometimes, she even tried doing household chores. It's important to note that before Lin Mu's visit, she had never done household chores, ever!

After drinking with Meng Guoxiong, Meng Wei'Er dragged Lin Mu upstairs, making it impossible for Meng Guoxiong to chat longer with him. According to Meng Wei'Er, they'd already talked all afternoon and should leave some time for them now!

"Leave us some time?" Lin Mu was a little speechless. Meng Wei'Er could actually say such things without fearing that her old man might overthink!

But Meng Wei'Er didn't care about any of that. She dragged Lin Mu by the arm upstairs into her own room. As soon as Lin Mu entered the room, a noble perfume scent filled the air!

Meng Wei'Er's room was clean and cozy, with pink walls and bedsheets. The room was filled with a girlish atmosphere!

"Hey, Brother Lin, just make yourself comfortable!" Meng Wei'Er pulled Lin Mu down to sit on the bed.

Lin Mu nodded and thought of smoking a cigarette, but thought better of it. Smoking in such a cozy environment indeed didn't seem right!

Lin Mu sat down, and Meng Wei'Er, holding onto Lin Mu's arm, sat right beside him. "Brother Lin, why don't you stay over in my room tonight?"

"Uh..." Lin Mu was momentarily at a loss as to how to respond to Meng Wei'Er's enthusiastic invitation.

"What's wrong? What's with the 'uh'?" Meng Wei'Er playfully punched Lin Mu and said.

"Haha, late at night, a man and woman alone in one room doesn't seem very appropriate, does it?" Lin Mu chuckled awkwardly and replied.

"Oh, I'm not bothered by it, why are you?" Meng Wei'Er rolled her eyes and said.

"It's not that. I'm just worried about your dad finding out. If your dad discovers I'm staying in the same room with you, won't he flay me alive?" Lin Mu said.

"Hehe, no worries. To be honest, my dad hasn't been staying at home these past few nights!" Meng Wei'Er giggled and confessed.

"Oh? Not staying at home? Where has he gone to? He isn't sleeping on the streets, is he?" Lin Mu asked.

"My dad had a fight with my mom a few days ago, and then my mom got upset and wouldn't stay at home. Dad's been going over to her place every night to make amends. You know what they're up to!" Meng Wei'Er laughed and said.

"You little girl, you seem to know quite a lot!"

"Oh, stop underrating me! I'm about to graduate from college. I know everything!" Meng Wei'Er turned her head away and said.

Lin Mu shook his head, feeling helpless with this little girl, Meng Wei'Er. He truly didn't know what to do with her!

"Brother Lin, since it's so boring, why don't we play a game?" Meng Wei'Er suddenly suggested.

"Oh? What game?" Lin Mu asked curiously.

"Poker. The loser drinks!" Meng Wei'Er said.

"Uh... Playing poker with me, just how much do you want to drink?"

"Hey, don't underestimate me! I'm quite good, I'll have you know! If you're not up for it, just admit it!" Meng Wei'Er crossed her arms defiantly.

"Am I scared? Okay, then I'll just have to show you how good I am!" Lin Mu said.

"Hehe, good, I'll go get the drinks. Just wait here for me!" Meng Wei'Er giggled and hopped off the bed to leave the room.

Before long, Meng Wei'Er returned carrying a case of beer from outside. Of course, in Meng Guoxiong's house, there was never a shortage of alcohol!

After bringing in the case, Meng Wei'Er placed it on the floor, opened it, and threw a few cans of beer onto the bed.

"Sweat, I say, girl, you're really serious about this?" Lin Mu felt a bit dumbfounded seeing Meng Wei'Er's setup.

"Of course, huh! I want to prove that women are not inferior to men!" Meng Wei'Er said, placing her hands on her hips.

"Uh... Since it's like that, I think it's best I let you face reality sooner than later!" Lin Mu chuckled and waved at Meng Wei'Er, "Get on the bed!"

Lin Mu picked up the cards, shuffled them skillfully, and asked, "What are we playing?"

"Run fast!" Meng Wei'Er answered.

"Uh... Okay, let's play Run Fast then!" Lin Mu finished shuffling the cards and laid them on the bed.

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