"A-Wu has made great progress. He should be able to compile the relevant materials and send them to you by this afternoon at the latest," A-Cheng replied.
His gaze towards Chen Yang was rather strange. The tasks Chen Yang had assigned to the two of them were very specific, especially A-Wu's task with Fan Changtian. He was incredibly accurate, gathering several pieces of heavyweight evidence in just one day.
Although A-Cheng wasn't involved in officialdom, he could see that if the evidence A-Wu possessed were released, Fan Changtian's career would essentially be over, and he would likely spend the rest of his life in prison.
However, A-Cheng couldn't understand why Chen Yang knew Fan Changtian's weaknesses so well. Even Fan Changtian's most trusted subordinates probably couldn't do that!
He couldn't possibly imagine that Fan Changtian's downfall in his previous life was orchestrated by Chen Yang. At the time, some of the Fan family's actions were somewhat outrageous, prompting the Fang family to decide to send a warning signal. Unfortunately, Fan Changtian, who was serving in Rongcheng, was chosen by the Fang family as a target for this show of force.
In his previous life, Chen Yang mobilized all of the Fang family's resources, both overt and covert, to conduct comprehensive and thorough surveillance of Fan Changtian. It took nearly a month to gather evidence, and finally, through the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, Fan Changtian was brought down.
In his previous life, when Fang Hongda, as the provincial party secretary, couldn't personally intervene, Chen Yang, also based in Rongcheng, handled the tasks. This was a way of cultivating Chen Yang, the most promising core member of the Fang family.
After Fan Changtian's downfall, the organizational investigation into him was extremely thorough and meticulous, uncovering almost everything he had done over the past decade, making the case airtight.
As the person directly involved, Chen Yang was fully aware of the sordid dealings beneath Fan Changtian's polished exterior. With time of the essence, Chen Yang directly utilized Ning Qiaoqian's bodyguards to investigate the facts of Fan Changtian's crimes, ensuring a successful and accurate investigation.
Chen Yang had anticipated this outcome. He smiled slightly, but a ruthless glint flashed in his eyes. He thought to himself:
You provoked me first, so don't blame me for being ruthless!
He confidently said:
"Acheng, tell Awu that all the data must be compiled by 5 PM today. I need it urgently!"
"Okay!" Acheng replied solemnly.
"Also, I'm giving you this afternoon to thoroughly investigate Song Xiaoyun's background... and Xu Maorong, the section chief of the demolition office. I don't care what methods you use, if necessary, use the power of the Qiankun Group to bring him to his senses and make him face reality!"
It wasn't enough to just take down Fan Changtian; Guo Li was already under investigation. Chen Yang had to consider every detail meticulously, not only to bring down Fan Changtian but also to ensure that Guo Li's political career remained unaffected. Xu Maorong and Song Xiaoyun were the key figures in this case.
"Okay! Don't worry!" Acheng replied respectfully.
Chen Yang nodded in satisfaction and said,
"Let's not delay, you go ahead and get busy! Thank you for your hard work!"
After A-Cheng left the tea room, Chen Yang picked up the teacup on the table and drank it all in one gulp. He calmly gazed at the river view outside the window and muttered to himself,
"Fan Er, today I was just reacting to your moves. Don't be impatient, there's an even more delicious feast waiting for you later!"
Fan Zihong had truly touched Chen Yang's sore spot this time. He probably never imagined that his impulsive argument would provoke a series of fierce counterattacks from Chen Yang, almost costing him his life.
Of course, that's a story for later. At this moment, Fan Zihong absolutely could not have imagined that Chen Yang, whom he considered an ant to be easily manipulated, would unexpectedly deliver a fatal blow.
...
After dinner, Ning Qiaoqian went to work at the bar as usual. For the past two days, the two bodyguards, Acheng and Awu, had been nowhere to be seen. No one knew what Chen Yang wanted with them.
However, Ning Qiaoqian was a smart woman; she knew what to ask and what to pretend not to know. Therefore, she kept quiet about the matter in front of Chen Yang.
But Ning Qiaoqian felt a vague unease. Although Chen Yang appeared normal on the surface these past two days, Ning Qiaoqian could sense that he was preoccupied. Tonight, after dinner, Chen Yang went to his study, acting very mysteriously.
Ning Qiaoqian went to work at the bar with a hint of worry.
In the study on the third floor of the villa, Chen Yang was browsing through the files Awu had sent him on his computer. There were photos, videos, documents, and even photocopies of accounts meticulously recorded by Fan Changtian himself.
Awu had done a fantastic job!
Chen Yang carefully organized these documents, which contained evidence of Fan Changtian's corruption and abuse of power, then opened his email, entered an address, and sent them out.
A moment later, Chen Yang's phone rang.
"Luo Zi, did you get it?" Chen Yang answered the phone with a smile.
The caller was Luo Bin, Liu Zhengyi's good friend. Chen Yang had met him briefly in Beijing a few days ago. Luo Bin was very enthusiastic about all kinds of electronic products and was known as "Expert Luo."
Luo Bin's father was the deputy director of the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television. Luo Bin had extensive connections in the media field, so Chen Yang immediately thought of contacting him. Luo Bin was also very loyal; after Chen Yang called and explained the situation, he agreed without hesitation, without any doubt because Fan Changtian was a member of the Fan family.
"I saw it… Chen Yang, this old guy is something else! At his age, he still has five mistresses! Tsk tsk! And each one is more beautiful than the last…" Luo Bin's nonchalant voice came from the phone.
"Damn! Your taste is really unique!" Chen Yang couldn't help but roll his eyes.
He knew immediately that Luo Bin was watching those videos.
Chen Yang then reminded him:
"Don't leak those videos! It's illegal! Also, before you hand them over to the TV station, you should do some processing first."
"Got it! Don't worry, I know more about this than you do!" Luo Bin said nonchalantly. "I've already spoken to Director Shen of the 'Social Focus' program team. One of their people has already left for Rongcheng. I'll send him these materials later, and after editing the footage from both the front and back ends, the program will be ready in a couple of days!"
"Great! Buddy! You're really loyal!" Chen Yang said with a smile. "Come to Rongcheng when you have time! I'll definitely do my best to be a good host…"
"By the way, please tell Director Shen that due to the special circumstances this time, I can't receive their people in Rongcheng. But if there are any security issues, remember to contact me immediately!" Chen Yang added, "Tell them to focus their work on the boiler factory's restructuring…"
This time, the National Television's 'Social Focus' program team was directly targeting Fan Changtian, so Chen Yang definitely needed to avoid any appearance of impropriety. "Alright! Don't be so polite. Director Shen and I have been best friends for years! No need for formalities," Luo Bin readily replied.
"Well, even though he's your friend, we can't make things difficult for him," Chen Yang said with a smile. "Just have Director Shen produce the program demo. Whether it should be broadcast or when, let him wait for instructions from above."
Luo Bin was puzzled and couldn't help but ask:
"What's the use of producing a demo? As long as it's not broadcast, the Fan family can easily suppress the matter. Don't worry! Old Shen has a lot of influence at the station; one word from him and the program can be broadcast directly!"
Although the propaganda field wasn't the Fan family's traditional strength, suppressing a program from airing was still possible. Luo Bin's original idea was to create a time gap, broadcasting the program before the Fan family could react, creating a media frenzy, making it difficult for the Fan family to turn the tables. The Fan family didn't wield much influence in the broadcasting system, and Luo Bin's father was already a vice-ministerial level official, so he wasn't too worried about the potential negative impact on his father.
"But we can't violate principles! Making your friend take risks for my sake isn't my style!" Chen Yang flatly refused, then added, "Using public opinion to blackmail leaders is something you shouldn't do unless absolutely necessary. Don't worry, I have other plans. This episode of 'Social Focus' is a Damocles' sword waiting to be drawn; I'll make sure Fan Changtian dies knowing why. It's not time for a fight to the death yet!"
Luo Bin immediately knew Chen Yang had other tricks up his sleeve. He remained silent for a long time before forcing a bitter smile:
"Chen Yang, this old bastard really had the worst luck to mess with you! Fine! We'll do as you say. We'll wait and see!"
After hanging up, a mocking smile appeared on Chen Yang's face. What was Fan Changtian anyway? He's merely the first head I'll use as a sacrifice; the real show is yet to come! Fan Er, just wait and see!
Chen Yang sat motionless in his study for a long time, a hint of hesitation on his face. Finally, he made up his mind, picked up his phone, and dialed a number.
"Political Commissar Han, hello!" Chen Yang said politely but firmly after the call connected.
Han Lingfei was slightly surprised to receive Chen Yang's call, and a surge of joy rose in his heart. Had Chen Yang successfully persuaded Han Xuehua? He had only been back for a day or two!
Han Lingfei quickly asked:
"Chen Yang! Did your mother agree to return to Beijing?"
Chen Yang couldn't help but roll his eyes. Han Lingfei was too hasty. Han Xuehua wasn't so easily persuaded. Besides, he had been busy dealing with Fan Changtian's schemes these past two days and hadn't had time to go back to Nanpu at all.
"Uh…Commissar Han, I haven't talked to my mother yet…" Chen Yang hesitated for a moment before continuing, "I've come to see you today because I have something else to discuss."
"Oh!" Han Lingfei felt a pang of disappointment, but quickly composed himself and said warmly, "Is there anything I can help you with? Don't be shy, we're family!"
*That sounds nice, but I bet you won't agree so readily once I tell you!* Chen Yang thought to himself with amusement.