Just after nuclear fusion was successfully achieved, my brother Qi Tongwei committed suicide?

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The transcript clearly records Zhao Ruilong's description of how he coerced Gao Xiaoqin and her sister into submission, how he used them as fronts to control the Shanshui Group, and how he threatened and intimidated Gao Xiaoqin when she tried to break free from his control!

This almost proves that Gao Xiaoqin was not the mastermind behind many of the major illegal and criminal acts of the Shanshui Group, and may even have participated under duress or coercion!

Her identity, from principal offender or key accomplice, could very well change to... victim or coerced accomplice!

The course of the case will take a fundamental turn!

Yi Xuexi's expression changed instantly.

Qi Tongwei, observing Yi Xuexi's changing expression, said in a deep voice:

"Director Yi, do you see this? This is new evidence! It's enough to prove that Gao Xiaoqin was under duress and control for a long time within Zhao Ruilong's criminal gang!"

"She herself is also one of the victims of the Zhao family's crimes!"

"Such crucial evidence was deliberately concealed and suppressed when Zhao Lichun was in power! Only now has it been brought to light again!"

"The provincial department took over the case not to claim credit, nor to protect anyone! But to thoroughly investigate all the crimes committed by Zhao Lichun and Zhao Ruilong's criminal gang!"

"It's to give everyone they've persecuted a fair explanation! This includes Gao Xiaoqin!"

"Transferring her to the provincial department is necessary for the investigation! It's also to give her a chance to uncover the truth and seek leniency!"

Qi Tongwei's words were reasonable, logical, and powerful.

But that's it.

A clear, cool female voice with a slight Beijing accent suddenly rang out at the doorway, breaking the brief silence:

"Oh? Reveal the truth? Seek leniency?"

"Director Qi, Director Yi, it seems I've arrived just in time."

Everyone turned to look in the direction of the sound!

Suddenly, Zhong Xiaoai was standing at the door of the reception room!

There was no sign of fatigue from the long journey on his face.

Her gaze first fell on Qi Tongwei's face, carrying undisguised inquiry and a hint of coldness.

Clearly, her attitude towards Qi Tongwei was very bad!

Then, he glanced at the spread-out transcript of Zhao Ruilong's statement on the table and the still-working voice recorder.

Finally, the focus shifts to the different expressions on Yi Xuexi and Chengdu's faces.

The air in the reception room seemed to freeze instantly.

All eyes were focused on the figure that suddenly appeared at the door.

Zhong Xiaoai!

Newly appointed Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection!

She arrived so quickly, so coincidentally!

A fleeting look of surprise crossed Qi Tongwei's eyes, but he maintained his composure on the surface.

"Director Zhong?"

"No, it should be Secretary Zhong now. From now on, we'll be on the same team."

"Welcome to Handong from the capital."

Qi Tongwei remained calm throughout.

But Yi Xuexi on the other side frowned. The purpose of this newly appointed Secretary Zhong appearing in the Anti-Corruption Bureau at this critical juncture was self-evident!

He felt the pressure on his shoulders suddenly increase by a ton.

Zhong Xiaoai ignored Qi Tongwei's polite words and walked in with steady steps, looking directly at Zhao Ruilong's statement.

She didn't even look at Qi Tongwei, but quickly scanned the key contents.

A moment later, she put down her pen and let out a very soft but clearly questioning sneer.

"Ah."

This laugh caused Qi Tongwei's brows to furrow almost imperceptibly.

Zhong Xiaoai then raised her eyes and met Qi Tongwei's gaze.

"Director Qi, your provincial department is very efficient."

"Zhao Ruilong has been arrested for so long, and he hadn't appeared before. How come this statement suddenly appeared now?"

Zhong Xiaoai made no attempt to conceal her skepticism.

"Moreover, the edges are so worn that they look more like an old object that has been repeatedly examined and carefully prepared, rather than a newly discovered piece of evidence."

"Director Qi, you were prepared all along, weren't you?"

"Why wasn't this brought up before? Was it because Zhao Lichun hadn't fallen from power yet?"

Zhong Xiaoai's words were undoubtedly a direct slap in the face to Qi Tongwei!

But on the other side.

Qi Tongwei, however, remained calm and said in a deep voice, "Secretary Zhong, the authenticity of the evidence is beyond doubt."

"The Provincial Criminal Investigation Department has complete extraction records and witnesses."

"This transcript was deliberately concealed when Zhao Lichun was in power, and its resurfacing now demonstrates our determination to uncover evidence of the Zhao family's crimes!"

"As for what Secretary Zhong just mentioned, it does not exist."

Qi Tongwei's composure.

This immediately enraged Zhong Xiaoai.

She couldn't possibly let Gao Xiaoqin escape so easily. When she interrogated Gao Xiaoqin back then, Gao Xiaoqin had made her feel like she was about to break down.

Zhong Xiaoai still can't forget it!

And the worst part is...

Gao Xiaoqin's words actually happened to her!

Hou Liangping actually had a relationship with Zhao Xiaohui!

Zhong Xiaoai became a complete failure in her marriage!

Therefore, whether from a public or private perspective.

Zhong Xiaoai would never let Gao Xiaoqin fall into Qi Tongwei's hands; wouldn't that just be asking her to get away with it?!

A chilling anger surged within her.

But on the surface, she remained the extremely calm and composed deputy secretary of the provincial discipline inspection commission.

She couldn't directly stop it because of personal grudges, but she could use the rules and her position to her advantage!

"Director Qi is right. It is our duty to uncover evidence and restore the truth."

Zhong Xiaoai’s tone was calm, yet carried an invisible pressure.

"However, the case of Gao Xiaoqin, from the filing of the case to the present day, has always been handled by the Anti-Corruption Bureau. The case files are complete and the procedures are in compliance with regulations."

"Moreover, this matter is related to Zhao Lichun."

"This should be handled by the anti-corruption bureau, not just simple economic crimes!"

"The provincial department is now eager to overturn the previous investigation conclusions and forcibly demand the transfer of the suspect based solely on a one-sided record whose source and creation time are still questionable."

"This doesn't follow the proper procedures, does it?"

Zhong Xiaoai directly outmaneuvered Qi Tongwei!

Chapter 337 Tian Guofu's Attitude! A Tai Chi Master!

But Zhong Xiaoai tried to stop him.

Although Qi Tongwei was very angry inside, he did not show it on the surface.

He simply glanced at the other person calmly.

Zhong Xiaoai felt a sudden tremor in her heart as Qi Tongwei stared at her. Just as she was about to speak to maintain her dignity as the newly appointed deputy secretary of the provincial discipline inspection commission, Qi Tongwei had already decisively withdrawn his gaze.

"Director Yi."

Qi Tongwei said in a businesslike manner, "I'll leave this crucial statement from Zhao Ruilong to you."

"The provincial department's attitude is very clear: the characterization of Gao Xiaoqin's case is questionable, there are significant circumstances of coercion, and it must be re-examined."

"I hope the Anti-Corruption Bureau can uphold the principle of seeking truth from facts, investigate thoroughly, and give the law and the parties involved an explanation that can withstand scrutiny."

Say it.

Qi Tongwei paused, then his tone suddenly became more serious.

"If the anti-corruption bureau's final conclusion contradicts the evidence held by the provincial department, or if the case takes any unexpected turn..."

"The provincial department reserves the right to intervene and investigate directly in accordance with the law."

"Our provincial department attaches great importance to the Gao Xiaoqin case! We must investigate it thoroughly and find out the truth!"