Chapter 317: Ruthless Action
Chapter 317: Ruthless Action
Zhou Chenglei returned to the ward alone, and He Lao had already left.
Jiang Xia asked, "Did you find out anything?"
"Not yet." Zhou Chenglei tucked in the corner of Jiang Xia's blanket and said, "I need to go out for a while, probably for the whole afternoon. Do you need help going to the bathroom?"
Jiang Xia shook her head. "No, I'm not in a hurry. I can walk, and my dizziness has improved. I can go by myself later, or I can call a nurse if needed."
Zhou Chenglei didn't insist and looked up at Zhang Fuyan, "Comrade Zhang, could you please stay at the hospital for the afternoon and keep Jiang Xia company? I have something to attend to, and I'll be back later."
Zhang Fuyan was about to leave the hospital, and Jiang Dong was going to send her back to the hotel.
That would leave Jiang Xia alone at the hospital.
Jiang Dong was curious, "Brother-in-law, where are you going?"
Zhang Fuyan quickly replied, "No problem, I can stay at the hospital for another night. It's the same as going back to the hotel and lying down. I can't walk around anyway. At least here, Xia Xia can keep me company and chat with me!"
They originally had train tickets for the next morning, and they were supposed to return to Jing City with the others.
But Jiang Dong was concerned about her injured foot, and a four-day train ride would be inconvenient, especially when using the bathroom, so he booked plane tickets instead.
The only available flight was for the following evening.
So, they had to stay one more night in Suicheng.
"Thank you." Zhou Chenglei didn't pay attention to Jiang Dong but expressed his gratitude to Zhang Fuyan.
"Don't mention it."
Zhou Chenglei briefly explained the situation to Jiang Xia and Jiang Dong, reminding Jiang Dong to take good care of Jiang Xia and call the nurse when the IV was finished. Then he left.
After Zhou Chenglei left, he went straight to the exhibition hall.
He Lao had arranged for someone to accompany him in the investigation, as Zhou Chenglei didn't have the necessary credentials.
Zhou Chenglei didn't look for the driver or the three temporary workers mentioned by He Lao.
He first reviewed Ye Xian's information, the driver's information, and the three temporary workers' files. Then, he checked the attendance records of the logistics staff and the temporary workers.
In his eyes, not only the driver and the three temporary workers responsible for moving goods were suspicious.
He treated everyone equally, suspecting each person and then eliminating them one by one.
It wasn't until he saw an entry for a temporary worker named Ye Fugui in the attendance record that he noticed something odd. The attendance record for Ye Fugui didn't start from the beginning but appeared two days later.
Previously, Jiang Fu had investigated Ye Xian's family background, as he wouldn't be completely at ease about his son's partner. It was natural for him to check if there were any issues with her family background.
Jiang Fu didn't have high expectations for his daughter-in-law's family status, but he at least wanted a clean family history, which was his minimum requirement for in-laws.
Jiang Fu had also shown Ye Xian's family background information to Zhou Chenglei.
In Jiang Fu's heart, Zhou Chenglei was like a son, almost as close as his own son.
Jiang Fu even felt that in the future, his son would need Zhou Chenglei's care, so he shared the information with him.
Therefore, Zhou Chenglei knew that Ye Xian had an older brother named Ye Fu.
Just one character difference!
"This Ye Fugui was hired later due to a shortage of staff, right? Why is his attendance incomplete?"
The staff member took a look, "Yes, he was hired later."
"How was he hired?"
"Director Yang arranged it."
"Can I take a look at his employment form?"
The staff member retrieved it.
Zhou Chenglei glanced at the contact address and family address.
The contact address was the guesthouse, and the family address was Ye Xian's hometown.
After thanking the staff member, Zhou Chenglei went to find He Yong'an and the others.
Zhou Chenglei first met with He Yong'an.
There were only the two of them in the office.
At first, Zhou Chenglei didn't speak, just staring at him.
This was the same expression Zhou Chenglei had on the battlefield when he was about to kill the enemy.
At this moment, he truly felt like killing him.
There was no need to pretend.
He Yong'an had never encountered someone like Zhou Chenglei, whose entire being radiated murderous intent.
With just a glance, he felt as though his throat was being gripped tightly.
He felt like he was under divine surveillance!
He even forgot to breathe.
Zhou Chenglei lowered his gaze, his tone light and casual, "What did Ye Fu offer you?"
He Yong'an was startled and looked at Zhou Chenglei in surprise.
"Think it over before you answer. I don't want to hear any nonsense, just the truth. Attempted murder is a serious offense, and I won't hesitate..."
Two minutes later, Zhou Chenglei walked out.
They were just ordinary people, and he didn't need to waste much effort or use any special tactics to get them to talk.
Zhou Chenglei spoke to the person outside the door, "Did you hear that clearly?"
"Yes, I did."
Zhou Chenglei continued, "Then please bring Ye Fu over. I have some questions for him."
Ten minutes later, Ye Fu was brought over by someone.
Zhou Chenglei stepped forward and punched him directly in the abdomen! Ye Fu was instantly in excruciating pain.
After landing two punches, the staff finally reacted and stopped him.
Zhou Chenglei regained his composure, his eyes cold and menacing as he glared at Ye Fu. Then, he turned to the staff and said, "Comrade, Ye Xian, out of jealousy, colluded with Ye Fu to instruct He Yong'an to harm my brother-in-law, indirectly endangering my wife's life. He Yong'an has confessed that Ye Fu was the instigator! I'm reporting Ye Fu and his sister for attempted murder. Please investigate them thoroughly and don't let any of the culprits off the hook!"
"Also, Comrade Ye Xian made a grave mistake at the Canton Fair, and Director Yang Qiongying had already punished her by sending her back to school. Why is she still in Suicheng? How is Ye Fu able to work at the exhibition hall? Is there an accomplice involved? Please investigate this matter thoroughly and don't let any of the culprits off the hook!"
After saying this, Zhou Chenglei saluted and left.
Ye Fu, clutching his stomach and curled up on the ground, heard these words and was so shocked that he momentarily forgot about his pain, "No, He Yong'an is lying! I never asked him to harm anyone! I just told him not to reveal that I was the one who switched his job..."
But the staff member didn't listen to him and grabbed him, "You've been accused of attempted murder. Please come with me to assist in the investigation!"
Zhou Chenglei left the exhibition hall and made a phone call. When he returned to the hotel, it was already 5:30 pm, and he had brought back some food.
Jiang Xia didn't ask where he had gone, probably assuming he had gone to assist in the investigation.
Jiang Dong did ask, but Zhou Chenglei ignored him.
Jiang Dong: "..."
Zhou Chenglei washed his hands and opened the food containers one by one.
Jiang Xia, feeling hungry, asked, "What's for dinner?"
"Braised spare ribs, stir-fried beef with tomatoes, spicy chicken, and stir-fried squid with chili peppers."
All of these were Jiang Xia's favorite dishes.
As she ate, Jiang Xia said to Jiang Dong, "When you return to the hotel tonight, please apologize to Jill on my behalf. I won't be able to join them for the trip to Yunshan tomorrow."
Upon hearing this, Zhang Fuyan sounded regretful, "If it weren't for my broken leg, I would love to go climbing. I've wanted to go since I was a child, but I've never had the chance."
Jiang Xia: "I've never been there either."
Zhou Chenglei served Jiang Xia a piece of spare rib, "If you want to go, I'll ask the doctor if you can be discharged tomorrow. If it's possible, I can carry you up the mountain; it's not that high."
Zhang Fuyan: "..."
Is that even possible?
While they were eating, Yang Qiongying and Ye Xian were taken away for investigation on charges of attempted murder.
Yang Qiongying felt both regretful and anxious, as she had heard that Zhou Chenglei could be extremely ruthless towards his enemies, and today she witnessed it firsthand!
Such a charge, who would have thought of it!
With this incident, even if she wasn't directly involved, she might not be found guilty, but she would still suffer severe consequences and lose all face!
Her hopes of rising further were dashed.
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