Official Career Storm-Chapter 1402

Director Li sensed that Song Guanchao might be holding some secrets about the two consuls, so he volunteered: "Consul Park, is this guy threatening you? Do you need me to teach him a lesson for you?"

The two were startled: "Don't act recklessly!"

Seeing their reaction, Director Li's suspicion was further solidified.

He chuckled: "No need to worry, consuls. This guy is now in my hands. Handling him is as easy as catching a snail with three fingers, absolutely foolproof! Rest assured, leave this matter to me!"

Consul Park's eyelids twitched anxiously, realizing that he had already caused trouble, and if Director Li acted rashly, it could become more serious.

Consul Park, fearing his recklessness, took a deep breath and said seriously: "Release him immediately!"

"Release him?" Director Li was stunned, becoming more curious about what secret the two consuls could have on Song Guanchao.

He shook his head: "Can't release him."

It's easy to capture someone, but not so easy to release them.

It's not that he doesn't want to release him, but without Mayor Zhang's order, he doesn't dare to.

Consul Park understood there were certain protocols involved, saying: "Mr. Song must not be harmed, I'm counting on you, Director Li."

"Alright." Director Li responded.

The two left the police station and returned to the consulate, entering the office.

Cui Shibin asked: "Did you go there?"

Consul Park replied: "It was him!"

Cui Shibin was startled: "Are you sure?"

"Sure!" Consul Park said, "He has powerful backing, don't know who it is."

"Didn't ask?"

"He wouldn't say anything," Consul Park said in frustration, "and…"

"And what?"

"And he won't let us off."

"Damn it!"

Cui Shibin gritted his teeth; as the consul general, being threatened by a mere city government office director was an utter humiliation. 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

Even more shameful was being demoted because of it.

It was simply a huge disgrace!

But now wasn't the time to be hung up on these matters.

Need to find a way to negotiate, to calm Song Guanchao's anger.

Perhaps, there's still a slim chance for survival.

He quickly thought of Zhou Zheng.

"Follow me to the city committee!"

...

Director Li returned to his office, increasingly troubled by the matter.

He determined that Song Guanchao surely held secrets about the two consuls.

And significant secrets at that.

Now they want to release Song Guanchao, but doing so would ruin Mayor Zhang's plans.

"I need to contact Mayor Zhang."

He picked up his phone: "Mayor Zhang…"

The call connected, and he quickly reported the situation.

Mayor Zhang didn't expect Song Guanchao to be able to turn the situation around in such a dire scenario.

"Mayor Zhang, do you want to torture this guy?"

Director Li said: "I am confident that I can make him talk!"

"Don't act recklessly."

Although she desperately wanted Song Guanchao dead, Wu Qiangwei and Liang Jianfeng were watching closely.

If Song Guanchao was coerced under torture at the police station, who knows what other turmoil might arise.

Besides, she had other ways to ensure Song Guanchao rots in jail.

Hanging up, he called Fan Jie.

Briefly explaining the situation.

Fan Jie was stunned.

That guy, his methods are impressive!

Despite being arrested, he manages to affect the two consuls?

"Understood," Fan Jie said, "Wu Qiangwei likely dispatched someone these days to collect dirt on Consul Park to force them to drop the charges against Song Guanchao."

"My suggestion is to post this news online now!"

Mayor Zhang originally intended to deal with Song Guanchao first, then post the news online to affect Wu Qiangwei.

But now, she couldn't afford to wait any longer.

Must post it immediately to settle the matter.

Mayor Zhang agreed: "I think so too, handle it please."

"Alright."

Fan Jie immediately contacted several out-of-province media, sending them details of the scuffle between Song Guanchao and the Korean Embassy consuls.

Within half an hour, the news appeared on short video platforms.

Fan Jie directly paid to boost its popularity.

In no time, the news surged to the top of the trending list, drawing public attention.

On the other side.

Cui Shibin and the others arrived at the city committee.

Zhou Zheng was anxious as soon as he saw them but had no choice but to receive them.

As Cui Shibin sat down and prepared to speak, Zhou Zheng interjected: "Song Guanchao has been arrested by the police. If the evidence is sufficient, he will be sentenced accordingly; I absolutely won't cover for him."

Cui Shibin knew he misunderstood their purpose.

"Secretary Zhou, you're too harsh. Consul Jin also shares responsibility in this matter."

Hmm?

Zhou Zheng was puzzled, why the sudden change in attitude?

Cui Shibin said, "There's an old saying in Hua Country, better to resolve enemies than to create them."

"I think there's no need for this matter to escalate to such an extent."

"Please ask Secretary Zhou to inform the police to release Director Song."

Zhou Zheng's expression turned odd, secretly wondering if Governor Lu had intervened?

Most likely, yes.

Otherwise, why would they change their attitudes so drastically?

He nodded: "Consul Cui has a point, as long as Consul Jin doesn't mind."

Jin Yongjun quickly said: "It was my fault initially; I will apologize to Director Song."

"..." Zhou Zheng was curious about how Governor Lu managed to pull this off.

He, a governor lacking background and support, just operating on the basis of his title, while it might somewhat influence them, but it shouldn't be causing them to act this deferential, should it?

No, this wasn't just deference; he even sensed a bit of fear in Jin Yongjun.

At that moment, Cui Shibin suddenly asked: "Secretary Zhou, who is behind Director Song?"

Zhou Zheng thought, Governor Lu has already intervened, yet you're asking me?

He guessed Cui Shibin likely wanted to confirm how close Song Guanchao's relationship with Governor Lu was.

"Governor Lu inquired about this matter two days ago."

Cui Shibin took note.

They stood up and prepared to leave.

Zhou Zheng escorted them out and happened to run into Secretary Pan who was about to enter.

Secretary Pan appeared grim-faced, suggesting something significant had happened.

Regardless of Cui Shibin's presence, he directly said: "Secretary Zhou, the conflict between Director Song and the consuls has made the news."

Zhou Zheng's face darkened.

No need to guess, it must be Mayor Zhang's doing.

Though he would love to see Song Guanchao falter.

Nonetheless, with Governor Lu getting involved and the consuls opting not to pursue the matter further.

However, Mayor Zhang posting this online now is a direct challenge!

He knew Mayor Zhang harbored enmity with both Song Guanchao and Wu Qiangwei, clearly unconcerned with who's supporting Song Guanchao.

But…

Forget it, even Zhou Zheng was reluctant to intervene anymore.

Let them battle it out, it has nothing to do with him.

Meanwhile, Cui Shibin and the others' expressions shifted dramatically upon hearing the news.

As the matter was being resolved, how did it end up exposed?

They checked their phones and saw the news topping the trending list!

Cui Shibin immediately said: "Such news severely impacts the friendship between our two countries!"

"Secretary Zhou, please suppress this news!"