39: Chapter 39 held back a trick

"Director Yan, rest assured. The work of our First Secretary Division will not be stalled by anything."

Zhang Jiaming replied neither servile nor overbearing.

"That's good, that's good."

Director Yan Jinghui nodded, his gaze sweeping across their faces, as if trying to discern something from their expressions.

However, he discovered nothing, so he gave two dry laughs and turned to leave the office.

As soon as the door closed, Ruan Lu couldn't help but curse in a low voice:

"That old fox, pretending to be a good person! I think he's just here to watch us make fools of ourselves!"

"Ignore him."

Zhang Jiaming said coldly, "The most important thing for us right now is to find evidence and help Section Chief Xiao clear his name."

"Right!"

Jiang Wenxin clenched her fists, "We must make those who framed Section Chief Xiao pay the price!"

Meanwhile, Xiao Bei had already been taken to the interrogation room of the Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection. The room was dimly lit, and the air was filled with a serious and oppressive atmosphere.

Deputy Director Yu Zehua of the Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection sat behind the desk, his expression stern, his gaze scanning Xiao Bei like a knife.

On the desk in front of him lay a stack of photos.

Deputy Director Yu Zehua picked up the photo on top, pushed it in front of Xiao Bei, and said with an icy tone:

"Xiao Bei, this is a photo taken at the hotel entrance last night. It shows you and television host Su Yun entering a hotel suite together, and your behavior is intimate. Can you explain this?"

Xiao Bei lowered his head to glance at the photo. In it, Su Yun was supporting him, and the two did indeed look somewhat intimate.

However, there was not a trace of panic on his face; instead, a faint smile appeared.

"Deputy Director Yu Zehua, these photos are quite well taken. The angles were chosen well, though the composition is a bit lacking."

Xiao Bei said in a relaxed tone, as if evaluating a piece of art.

Deputy Director Yu Zehua frowned, clearly dissatisfied with Xiao Bei's attitude:

"Xiao Bei, please take this investigation seriously! These photos are sufficient to prove that you have issues with your personal conduct. If you cannot provide a reasonable explanation, we will handle this in accordance with the law and regulations."

Xiao Bei raised his head, looking directly into Deputy Director Yu Zehua's eyes, his tone remaining calm:

"Deputy Director Yu Zehua, I understand your duty. However, some things are not as simple as they appear on the surface. These photos are merely a trap carefully designed by certain people."

"A trap?"

Deputy Director Yu Zehua sneered, "Are you saying someone intentionally framed you? Then how do you explain these photos? Were you forced into the hotel by someone?"

Xiao Bei smiled slightly, took a small voice recorder from his pocket, and placed it gently on the table:

"Deputy Director Yu Zehua, if you are interested, you can listen to this."

Deputy Director Yu Zehua's gaze fell on the voice recorder, and his brows furrowed even tighter:

"What is this?"

"This is the recording from the dinner last night, as well as Su Yun's own accusation against Station President Jia Chengzhi."

Xiao Bei said in a calm tone, "I believe that after listening to it, you will have a completely new understanding of this matter."

Deputy Director Yu Zehua hesitated for a moment, but finally pressed the play button.

The noisy sounds of the dinner party immediately came from the voice recorder, followed by the familiar voice of Station President Jia Chengzhi:

"Secretary Xiao, you must have a few more drinks tonight. We will have to cooperate a lot more in the future!"

Then came Xiao Bei's voice, his tone carrying a bit of politeness:

"Station Chief Jia, you are too kind. Cooperation is only natural."

Next, the sound of clinking glasses came from the recording, followed by Station President Jia Chengzhi's deliberately lowered voice:

"Su Yun, why don't you hurry up and offer a toast to Secretary Xiao? Secretary Xiao is a popular figure in our Canglan City; you need to look after him more in the future!"

Su Yun's voice was somewhat timid:

"Secretary Xiao, I offer you a toast…"

At this point in the recording, Deputy Director Yu Zehua's expression had already changed.

He continued to listen, and the subsequent content shocked him even more.

In the recording, Su Yun's voice suddenly became choked with sobs:

"Secretary Xiao, actually… I've always wanted to tell you, Station President Jia Chengzhi… he used my dreams to force me to do many things against my will. I… I really can't take it anymore…"

Xiao Bei's voice came through:

"Miss Su Yun, rest assured. As long as you are willing to step forward and testify against him, I will definitely help you."

Deputy Director Yu Zehua's expression became increasingly grave. He looked up at Xiao Bei, his eyes full of doubt:

"Is this recording… real?"

Xiao Bei nodded:

"It is absolutely true, Deputy Director Yu Zehua. You can have the technical department verify it. These recordings are sufficient to prove that Station President Jia Chengzhi used Su Yun to frame me, attempting to strike at me by fabricating issues with my personal conduct."

Deputy Director Yu Zehua was silent for a moment, seemingly digesting this information.

He looked at Xiao Bei again, his tone less cold and more inquisitive:

"Xiao Bei, since you were prepared early on, why didn't you report it directly to the organization?"

Xiao Bei smiled, his tone carrying a hint of helplessness:

"Deputy Director Yu Zehua, there are people behind Station President Jia Chengzhi, and their influence is deeply entrenched. If I had acted rashly, I would only have alerted the enemy. I chose to endure it in order to find more evidence and completely expose their true colors."

Deputy Director Yu Zehua nodded, his expression carrying a bit more approval:

"Xiao Bei, your approach was very wise. However, this matter is far-reaching, and we must handle it with caution."

Xiao Bei smiled slightly and said:

"I understand, Deputy Director Yu Zehua. I am willing to fully cooperate with the Discipline Inspection Commission's investigation, and I also hope that the organization can clear my name."

Deputy Director Yu Zehua pondered for a moment, then suddenly asked:

"Where is Su Yun now? We need her testimony."

Xiao Bei shook his head:

"After last night, I haven't been in contact with her. However, now that this matter has been exposed, Station President Jia Chengzhi might harm her. I suggest the Discipline Inspection Commission immediately send people to protect her to prevent any untoward incidents."

Deputy Director Yu Zehua nodded, immediately picked up the phone on the desk, and dialed a number:

"Xiao Sun, take some people to the television station immediately and find a female host named Su Yun. You must ensure her safety!"

After hanging up the phone, Deputy Director Yu Zehua looked at Xiao Bei, his expression carrying a hint of appreciation:

"Xiao Bei, your calmness and composure have impressed me. Rest assured, we will investigate this matter thoroughly to the end."

Xiao Bei nodded slightly:

"Deputy Director Yu Zehua, I trust the organization. However, I suggest you also keep an eye on Director Yan Jinghui of the Municipal Government Office. His relationship with Station President Jia Chengzhi is not ordinary."

A sharp glint flashed in Deputy Director Yu Zehua's eyes:

"Director Yan Jinghui? Is he also involved in this?"

Xiao Bei nodded:

"As far as I know, Director Yan Jinghui is the backer behind Station President Jia Chengzhi. They colluded to plan this frame-up with the goal of striking at Mayor Qin Ruoxi."

Deputy Director Yu Zehua took a deep breath, his expression becoming serious:

"If that is indeed the case, then the nature of this matter is even more serious. Xiao Bei, thank you for the clues you provided. We will immediately launch an investigation."