Chapter 175: The Informant
Chapter 175: The Informant
In the living room of a private club, Gan Dayao, an official from the Foreign Affairs Bureau, sat holding a teacup, appearing nervous. He was in his early thirties, wearing a pair of square-framed glasses, and his hair was slightly disheveled. He scanned the room, his feet fidgeting anxiously, as if he felt a hint of tension.
Despite the long wait, the tea on the table had been poured three times, but he remained seated, as if bound to that spot.
Anyone familiar with government offices could tell at a glance that this man was the type to quietly endure and follow rules meticulously in the workplace.
The door of the club opened from the outside, and Wei Jun entered, accompanied by a housekeeper and several security guards. Gan Dayao, seeing someone coming out, quickly set his cup aside and stood up, his posture a bit restrained.
Wei Jun entered without paying much attention to Gan Dayao. He took his seat and leaned back on the sofa, massaging his temples.
Gan Dayao stood there, visibly nervous.
After a while, Wei Jun turned his head and said, "Speak up. When did you recommend a Wu Yi student for a department, and to whom?"
Gan Dayao, feeling uneasy, replied, "I heard that if I provide information, you can offer help in certain areas."
Wei Jun glanced at him. The Foreign Affairs Bureau was a clean and honest government department, often overlooked by others. Officials here typically served until retirement, unless something sensitive like a department recommendation was involved. Even if the bureau director came, they wouldn't personally meet with someone like Gan Dayao, a mere clerk.
Wei Jun gestured with his hand, and the housekeeper stepped forward, addressing Gan Dayao. "Mr. Gan, are you seeking a promotion?"
Gan Dayao nodded seriously but quickly shook his head. "I don't want to stay in the Foreign Affairs Bureau. Can you help me transfer to another department?" He looked at the housekeeper with anticipation and then at Wei Jun, who remained unresponsive.
The housekeeper maintained a polite smile. "Of course. As long as the information is valuable. How about the Water Administration Bureau? There are many vacant positions there recently, so it shouldn't be difficult."
"The Water Administration Bureau?" Gan Dayao hesitated.
"If Mr. Gan is not satisfied with this option, we can discuss other departments, but it will take some time. The duration is uncertain, as you know, Mr. Gan, that government positions are highly sought after. As soon as a vacancy appears, it's immediately filled..."
"I'm satisfied, of course! The Water Administration Bureau position is fine." Gan Dayao was anxious, fearing he might miss out if he waited. He quickly agreed.
The housekeeper smiled and said, "Then, Mr. Gan, can we discuss the matter at hand?"
Gan Dayao hesitated briefly. "In February, Director Liu recommended a Wu Yi student on behalf of the Foreign Affairs Bureau. I delivered the documents and files, and Director Liu specifically instructed me not to disclose this matter to anyone."
"That was in February, almost half a year ago," the housekeeper said, glancing at Wei Jun. He continued, "Mr. Gan, it seems you followed Director Liu's instructions and didn't leak the information. But why are you here now? Have you encountered any difficulties?"
Gan Dayao's expression was filled with anxiety and guilt. "Director Liu is being transferred, and Director Cao doesn't like me. I might be dismissed..." He suddenly raised his head. "I have a wife and children at home. I can't lose this position. I've let Director Liu down..." His head slowly lowered again as he finished speaking.
The housekeeper, sensing the critical detail of Director Liu's transfer, knew that with this change, the matter could no longer be kept secret. He was well aware of how officials in the Yangzhi Government Office operated and suspected that Director Liu might use this opportunity to seek personal gain.
Even if Gan Dayao hadn't come forward today, he believed Director Liu would have disclosed this information himself.
However, he didn't reject Gan Dayao because dealing with a clerk was easier than handling a bureau director; the former was more manageable and required less effort.
He fixed his gaze on Gan Dayao, trying to sound casual. "Mr. Gan, don't feel guilty. You made the right choice. We will treat friendly officials well. By the way, what's the name of that student?"
Gan Dayao looked at him and then at Wei Jun, who remained still. He cleared his throat and replied, "The student's name is Chen Chuan."
At the Chen family residence in the Patrol Bureau's family quarters, Chen Chuan walked into the living room and took the phone from Yu Wan's hand. "Teacher?"
Cheng Zitong's voice came through the receiver, sounding solemn. "Yesterday, when you were still in the car, He Nan called me. The matter regarding Director Liu is almost settled. The transfer letter may have been issued. Little Chuan, be prepared... There might be a big storm coming soon."
Chen Chuan glanced outside; it was already August. The sound of cicadas filled the air, and the scorching sun shone down without a hint of breeze. He gazed out the window and said, "Teacher, the storm is welcome. After it passes, the stifling heat will ease."
After hanging up with Cheng Zitong, Chen Chuan turned and said, "Auntie, I'll be back soon."
He left the house and went straight to a nearby phone booth on the street. He picked up the receiver, dropped a coin into the slot, and dialed a number.
After a short wait, the call connected. "Gao Ming, it's me. Director Liu's transfer letter has been confirmed. I'll wait for you at the training hall later."
Gao Ming responded, "Okay, cousin. I'll be there soon."
In the private club, Gan Dayao brought a recommendation letter for Chen Chuan and placed it before Wei Jun. The letter provided a detailed account of the recommendation process, including Chen Chuan's actions, the reasons for the recommendation, and the entire sequence of events.
In addition, there were comprehensive records and files from the Mutual Aid Society regarding Chen Chuan, including his performance during enrollment, subsequent achievements and experiences, and notable deeds. All information available within the school was meticulously listed.
Wei Jun flipped through the file, his expression shifting from casual to increasingly serious, and by the end, he was even a little astonished.
Chen Chuan's achievements within the school were extraordinary, and even the most trivial of them was beyond the capabilities of an average person, let alone being impressive for a senior student.
Wei Jun had never imagined that right under the nose of the Mutual Aid Society, there existed such a student who had quietly risen to this level.
Logically, a person of such caliber should be shining brightly, but in reality, this individual was so low-key that he was almost invisible.
Now that he thought about it, it was because of this student's involvement that Tan Wang had left the Academy, forcing Wei Jun to hide outside. How had he not paid any attention to this before?
Fortunately, it wasn't too late.
Wei Jun stood up with the file in hand, left the reception room, and went straight to the swimming pool area outside. Jiang Wei and the other two were still waiting there. He sat down on his lounge chair and looked at them, "How are your considerations going?"
Qiao Rong hummed, crossed her arms, and leaned back in her chair, "I've discussed it. I can give up my spot, but it's not up to me. I also have no obligation to pass on your message. You'll have to talk to my family yourself."
Wei Jun looked at her and said, "As long as you agree, you don't have to worry about the rest. Whether it works out or not, I'll be grateful."
"Alright, is there anything else? If not, I'll be on my way."
"Wait."
As Qiao Rong was about to leave, Wei Jun gestured for her to sit down, "There's something I need to tell you first." He tossed the file onto the nearby coffee table and tapped it twice with his fingers, "I think if this matter isn't handled properly first, even the spot that was freed up might be in jeopardy."
Hearing this, the three of them were surprised. Shao Xiaobie blurted out, "Brother Wei, what's going on?"
"What's the matter?" Wei Jun gave a short laugh and looked at the three of them, "A student in Wu Yi has already secured the department recommendation from the Foreign Affairs Bureau, and he deliberately concealed it. This has been going on for half a year now. I think you know what this implies."
Upon hearing this, Shao Xiaobie was stunned for a moment, then straightened up, "Who? Who is it?"
Wei Jun picked up the file and threw it into his lap, "The file is here. Take a look for yourself and think about how to handle it."
"Chen Chuan? A first-year student?" Shao Xiaobie opened the file and looked at it, then exclaimed in disbelief, "Are you kidding me? Are you sure there's no mistake?"
This was the 1619 version, no doubt about it!
Wei Jun's expression turned cold, "It's a first-year student, indeed. Look at what he's done, and imagine what he'll be capable of in the second and third years."
Shao Xiaobie quickly flipped through the file, his heart pounding with each page.
Qiao Rong took the file and looked through it, then scoffed, "Hmph, the Mutual Aid Society sure has its hands full with just a first-year student. Can't even keep him in check."
Shao Xiaobie, irritated, retorted, "Don't talk nonsense. Who knew this kid would do all this without making a sound? He's got some skills, causing so much trouble in just the first year, and I didn't even notice."
Jiang Wei smiled and said, "Indeed, this student is special."
Wei Jun spoke coldly, "I don't care how special he is or what he's done. I'm just telling you, I don't want to see another Shen Zheng."
The mention of Shen Zheng caused a subtle change in the expressions of those present.
They all remembered that person. Back then, no student in the entire Academy could match him, even when faced with various disadvantages. He overcame each challenge and kept moving forward, making the Mutual Aid Society look very disorganized during that time.
Later, this person obtained the Infinite Defense Certificate and was just one step away from going to Central City.
But this was something they could not tolerate. More importantly, according to this person's achievements, once he established himself in Central City, he would undoubtedly come to uproot them, which would impact the balance of power in Yangzhi City. Fortunately, their families had noticed the signs and intervened decisively, managing to handle the situation in time.
Jiang Wei took the file, examined it, and calmly said, "He already has the Foreign Affairs Bureau recommendation. If he also gets the Processing Bureau recommendation, he might apply for the Infinite Defense Certificate at the start of the new semester, and with his strength, the chances of success are high."
"After obtaining the Defense Certificate, he'll likely apply for the Central City spot. That's why this news must be kept secret. Otherwise, he might succeed, and then it would be very troublesome to stop him."
Wei Jun's expression turned gloomy, "We can't afford any more issues with the spot. No matter how small the chance, we must handle this properly."
Shao Xiaobie cursed, "Where is this kid now? I'll send someone to deal with him."
Wei Jun's butler spoke up, "Mr. Shao, it's the school's vacation period. This student mostly stays at a private training hall on Xiu Yi Street in the south of the city. It's one of Cheng Supervisor's properties."
"Cheng Supervisor?" Shao Xiaobie was taken aback.
Qiao Rong glanced at him disdainfully and said irritably, "Where are your eyes? Didn't you see that Cheng Zitong is his instructor, as written in the file?"
"Cheng Zitong? This might be tricky." Shao Xiaobie hesitated, aware of Cheng Zitong's background and feeling a bit apprehensive.
Jiang Wei smiled, "He's just an instructor. With the person gone, what can he do?"
Shao Xiaobie thought about it and realized it made sense. Initially, they had been worried that He Xiaoxing wouldn't let go of the Shen Zheng matter. It seemed that their company and family had even prepared something, but in the end, nothing happened.
Shao Xiaobie stood up from the lounge chair, his voice hardening, "Leave it to me. I'll make the arrangements." As he spoke, he started walking outside.
"Shao Xiaobie." Wei Jun's voice came from behind.
Shao Xiaobie turned around.
Wei Jun looked up at him, speaking slowly, "If you're going to take action, make sure it's clean. Don't leave any loose ends."
Shao Xiaobie assured him, "Brother Wei, rest assured. I'll have people from outside handle it, and the Society won't be implicated."
(End of Chapter)
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