Shuiyun Jian Bath Center.
Li Jin and Wang Youren, the deputy director of the Hongchang District Public Security Bureau, were comfortably drinking tea in a private room. They had just finished a Thai massage and were both leaning against the headboard in bathrobes. A pot of fragrant Tieguanyin tea was brewing on the coffee table between them.
"Xiao Li, you've had dinner, a bath, and a massage. You should tell me what you wanted to see me about now."
Wang Youren, forty years old, was well-maintained, with a plump face free of wrinkles. Li Jin had intercepted him on his way home from work, but the young man had been rambling without getting to the point.
Li Jin chuckled, "Director Wang, what are you saying? Do I only invite you out when I have something to discuss? Can't I just catch up with you? You're always busy with important matters, you need to relax too."
"Don't play coy. I know you, kid. You wouldn't be so attentive without a reason. Come on, what is it?"
"Hehe, it's nothing major, really. I just wanted to inquire about a case."
Li Jin dropped the pretense and got straight to the point.
"What case?"
"A fighting case that happened in your jurisdiction. I'm not sure which police station it falls under. The person involved is named Yang Jian. Can you help me check the progress of the case and what happened?"
Li Jin's information was very limited. He only heard rumors today that Yang Jian had been arrested, and he hadn't gotten any useful information from Biao Biao.
Wang Youren sat up straighter. "Why are you asking about this case? Are you familiar with Yang Jian?"
"Director Wang, you know about this case?"
"First, tell me who asked you to inquire about this case, and whether you know Yang Jian."
"Yes, Yang Jian is my partner. I only found out today that he was arrested. Judging by your tone, you seem to know about this case?"
"Partner? What kind of partner?"
"Yang Jian is a partner in that casino, and also a business partner."
Wang Youren was surprised. "The casino at Xunsi River is a partnership with Yang Jian? I never heard you mention it before. I thought it was all yours. Tell me about Yang Jian. How did you meet? As far as I know, he's from Xinhe."
Judging by Wang Youren's reaction, Yang Jian's case was probably not ordinary. Li Jin felt it was necessary to be frank with Wang Youren and told him everything he knew about Yang Jian.
"This Yang Jian is indeed a tough character. No wonder he injured those four people."
Wang Youren understood after hearing the introduction.
Li Jin quickly asked, "Are the other parties seriously injured? Will Yang Jian be sentenced?"
Wang Youren smiled, "Are you planning to get him out, or are you hoping he goes to jail so you can take over the whole place yourself?"
"Director Wang, what are you saying? Am I that disloyal? If it's possible, of course I want to get him out. After all, his deterrence in the Xunsi River area is even stronger than mine. For example, Xiong Er fears him more than me.
Of course, if Yang Jian really goes to jail, I will definitely take back full control of the casino's operations. I have no obligation to support his brothers, and they're not exactly loyal. At most, I'll give Yang Jian some money when he gets out.
Also, if the casino is taken back, my profits will increase significantly, and I can add another twenty percent to your share."
This was Li Jin's real intention for the evening.
Wang Youren's expression suddenly turned serious. "Xiao Li, Yang Jian's case is a bit special. Don't get involved, and don't expect me or anyone else to get him out."
Li Jin was a little surprised. "Isn't it just an ordinary brawl case? No one died, what's so special about it?"
"Don't ask so many questions. The case itself isn't complicated, but the identity of the person involved is a bit sensitive, involving the games of some big figures. It's not something I can interfere with at my level. Also, this case has been transferred to another branch for investigation, so I can't even try to get involved."
"Damn, it's that complicated? Yang Jian has no background at all, won't he become cannon fodder? Based on your judgment, will he be sentenced?"
"How can I say for sure? The case has been transferred, and I don't have the specifics."
"Director Wang, you have to help me make a judgment. This concerns whether my cooperation with Yang Jian continues, and it also concerns your profit sharing. You know, Yang Jian and his brothers earn over two hundred thousand a day from the casino. Don't you want a bigger slice of this cake? The sooner you decide, the sooner you benefit."
Wang Youren pondered for a moment. "Based on my judgment, the possibility of Yang Jian being sentenced is very small. Looking at the case itself, Yang Jian acted out of a sense of justice and in self-defense, although he overreacted and injured the other party."
"Oh, so he was sticking his nose into other people's business. This kid is a troublemaker. Looking at his experiences over the past two years, he never stays out of trouble wherever he goes."
"This shows that although Yang Jian is involved in the underworld, he still has some sense of justice. Moreover, the person he protected this time has a special identity. Regardless of how this case is classified later, he has latched onto a powerful patron, and this patron is within our system. Therefore, the possibility of him being sentenced is not high."
Li Jin almost jumped. "A powerful patron within your system? Damn, Yang Jian is going to benefit from misfortune! Then I can't break off my cooperation with him."
"I suggest you don't break off your cooperation with him for now. Once the party Yang Jian protected wins, your casino will be even safer.
Of course, don't be too optimistic. The other party's background is also not simple. It all depends on who wins the final game."
Li Jin was a bit confused. "Since you believe Yang Jian acted out of justice and self-defense, and with a powerful figure from your system involved, can the other party still turn the tables?"
"It's not as simple as you think. The key issue is whether Yang Jian was acting out of justice, or if he was with the person he was protecting. If it's the latter, then it's a mutual fight, and the nature of the case changes completely. Yang Jian will definitely go to jail, and he'll also have to pay civil compensation."
"I understand. Then there's quite a bit of uncertainty. I can only wait and see for a while before making a decision."
"Yes, continue cooperating with him at the casino, and make a decision after the case is officially classified. It shouldn't take too long. Even if Yang Jian is sentenced and goes to jail, you've done your best and treated him well. You'll still be good friends when he gets out."
Wang Youren knew very well that Yang Jian's side had a higher chance of winning this case. He had attended the meeting at the hospital that night.
As a high-ranking official in the police system, Lu Jinsong's position would definitely influence the special investigation team handling the case. It was obvious that the investigation team would try their best to protect Lu Jinsong's interests.
Furthermore, with the special identities of his daughter and son-in-law, and the involvement of national security, the other party's background, no matter how powerful, would have to be cautious and dare not openly distort the facts.
Therefore, after this incident, Lu Jinsong would definitely take care of or protect Yang Jian, allowing Li Jin to continue cooperating with Yang Jian, which would be equivalent to adding a layer of protection to the casino. This would make Wang Youren himself even safer.