Evening.

Private dining room at the restaurant.

Secretary Sun arrived as scheduled.

When he arrived at the private room, Jiang Sheng and the others were already there.

In addition to these people, there was also Director Yan from the Lingbei Branch, and Brother Tyrant in charge of the demolition.

Zhao Ji came to greet him: "Secretary Sun is here, please, have a seat."

Secretary Sun shook hands with him, and then went over to shake hands with Jiang Sheng, Li Qingtang, and the others.

Although Jiang Sheng was a second-generation rich kid, he was also a businessman.

He didn't look down on Secretary Sun because of his status, instead, he actively took on the role of peacemaker at the dinner, constantly toasting.

Jiang Sheng asked, "Secretary Sun, what is Mayor Zheng's current attitude towards the demolition?"

Secretary Sun sighed, "I got scolded by Mayor Zheng today."

In a resentful tone, he said, "Mr. Jiang, you should be more careful with your actions."

"Do things at night, and avoid being seen when taking action. Forced demolition isn't something to be proud of, yet you let someone record it."

Jiang Sheng nodded, "You're right, Secretary Sun, we will definitely be more careful in the future."

At this moment, Li Qingtang spoke up, "So, this situation doesn't have much impact?"

Secretary Sun quickly smiled, "Not much impact."

Li Qingtang nodded, "No impact, then continue demolition tomorrow."

He looked towards Director Yan of the branch.

This Director Yan was Director Qin's close confidant.

For matters like demolition, it was essential to notify the local police in advance.

Before the forced demolition, Ji Lin first dealt with Secretary Sun, then met with Director Qin to smooth things over with the police.

Li Qingtang said, "Director Yan, is everything alright on your end?"

Director Yan smiled obsequiously, "If Mr. Li wants to demolish, it must be done! A group of employees won't cause much trouble; whoever dares make trouble, I'll arrest them!"

Li Qingtang smiled satisfied.

However, Ji Lin said, "Let's not rush the demolition yet."

"That old soldier is a troublemaker, teach that old soldier a lesson first."

"Once the old soldier is dealt with, let's see who else dares to step forward."

"Whoever steps forward, arrest them."

"Until no one dares to step forward."

Brother Tyrant gave a thumbs up, "Mr. Ji, that's brilliant!"

Li Qingtang said, "Isn't this a bit too complicated?"

Ji Lin said, "A bit of trouble now will make it easier later."

"These people were originally employees of the Ministry of Railways, each with a fierce demeanor. If we don't dismantle their fierceness, there will be no proper demolition."

Li Qingtang said, "Whatever, as long as it's demolished quickly."

Jiang Sheng also nodded; as long as the demolition could be quickened, a little trouble was fine.

Brother Tyrant eagerly offered, "Why wait until tomorrow? After we finish drinking, I'll take people and deal with that stubborn old man right away!"

These two are both sons from the Provincial City, leaving them with a good impression could mean good things in the future.

Ji Lin laughed and said, "Then I'll trouble Brother Tyrant with this."

Brother Tyrant hurriedly said, "Mr. Ji, just call me Little Tyrant. It is my honor to do anything for Mr. Ji!"

Ji Lin raised his wine glass with a smile, "I toast Brother Tyrant."

Brother Tyrant, flattered, quickly stood up and downed two ounces of white wine in one gulp.

...

Jiangnan Province, Jinling.

Inside the Provincial Committee compound, a three-story villa in the style of the Republic of China.

This is the residence of Secretary Pei Yuqing, the head of the Provincial Committee.

Secretary Pei returned home after a day of work.

He took off his coat, and his wife casually took it.

At this moment, an elderly man walked out from the study.

"Dad." Secretary Pei smiled.

The old man grunted, walked over, turned on the television, then sat at the dining table waiting for dinner.

The maid served the reheated dishes, and the family sat around the dining table, eating and watching the news.

At this time, a piece of news from another place was broadcast on the TV.

Lingjiang City's Fengmen Building demolition encountered resistance; an old man in a military uniform covered with medals blocked the excavator...

The old man stopped his chopsticks when he saw this news.

He stared at the screen, dazed, looking at the old soldier standing in the storm, obstructing the demolition by the excavator.

For a moment, his eyes turned a bit blurry.

Secretary Pei was focused on eating, pondering some problems at work today, unaware of his father's change of expression.

It wasn't until his wife gently nudged him with her elbow that he noticed his father staring at the television, his eyes filled with tears.

"Dad, what's wrong?"

This Jiangnan Province leader hurriedly stood up.

The old man wiped his tears and shook his head, suddenly standing up and heading towards the study.

"Dad..."

"You all eat."

Without looking back, the old man locked the study door behind him.

Secretary Pei felt puzzled, not understanding why his father had such an emotional outburst.

The old man sat in the study, turned on his phone, and quickly looked up the related news.

He enlarged the photo and scrutinized it several times.

He confirmed it; this was Zhong Aimin, his former old comrade!

He wiped his tears, immediately dialed a number.

"Xiao Chen, I found Old Zhong!"

...

Wu City, Military District compound.

Commander Chen Songbai was reading a classified report.

His personal phone vibrated repeatedly.

Seeing the caller, Commander Chen's expression softened.

"Hello, old leader, what is it? What! Are you sure?"

"Send it to me, send it to me!"

After hanging up the phone, Commander Chen anxiously stared at his phone.

The secretary beside him, somewhat curious, wondered what had made the Commander so agitated?

Why was he so excited?

Soon, Elder Pei sent the video over.

Commander Chen clicked on the video, and seeing Zhong Aimin, standing in front of the excavator, wearing a Type 65 military uniform, Commander Chen's lips trembled, tears streaming down his face!

He wiped his tears, saying, "Prepare a car, I need to go to Lingjiang!"

The secretary was startled, wondering what had happened to Commander Chen?

One must know that a commander of Chen's level cannot afford the slightest negligence when traveling; it requires notifying the local military district in advance for reception, arranging lead vehicles, escort vehicles, security officers to lead, at least a squad of security personnel.

Commander Chen disliked such ostentatious practices and had no time to wait for these arrangements: "No need to make it complicated, I'm going to visit an old comrade, old leader, not inspect work, don't trouble the local units."

The secretary urgently said, "Commander Chen, this won't do, I have to ensure your safety."

Commander Chen lightly smiled, "What era are we in? Speaking of security, which country can be safer than ours? Even if you don't trust public security, you should trust me, right? Didn't you forget what background I come from?"

"That's settled, just take Xiao He with me."

The secretary insisted, "Commander Chen, I request to accompany you."

Commander Chen patted the shoulder of this secretary wearing a colonel's rank insignia, sternly said, "I'm the Commander, I have the final say!"

The secretary was helpless, but had no choice.

He knew well the conduct style of this Commander from the special forces, so while Commander Chen was changing clothes, he called in the security guard Xiao He, repeatedly instructing him.

"Xiao He, I request you to ensure Commander Chen's safety at all costs, no mistakes are allowed!"

Secretary Yang's tone was extremely serious.

Xiao He stood at attention, loudly said: "Secretary Yang, rest assured, I guarantee Commander Chen's safety! If anyone wants to harm Commander Chen, they'll have to step over my dead body!"

Secretary Yang smiled wryly, this Xiao He, young and naive.

But at the same time, very responsible.

If it weren't for these qualities, he wouldn't have been noticed by Commander Chen and transferred to his side as a bodyguard.

However, to be safe, the secretary still had Xiao He carry necessary weapons, a Type 92 pistol and two clips tucked at his waist.

Commander Chen changed into civilian clothes and got into an ordinary-plated SUV, drove away from the military district compound.

After they left, the secretary, worried, couldn't help but pick up the phone and dialed a number: "Hello, connect me to the Lingjiang Military District Guard Command."

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