The news of Ye Longlin's arrest spread throughout Nan Province with incredible speed. Many found it hard to believe and were waiting to see what would happen next.
The several families remained without any apparent action, as if nothing had occurred.
However, this was merely the surface. In secret, these families utilized all their connections and were even preparing various pieces of evidence to frame Ye Longlin. For them, convicting Ye Longlin would be a cause for great celebration.
"Yuan Gang, think of something! Ye Longlin has been taken by the Dragon Investigation Bureau. The families in Nan Province will definitely not let this matter rest. They will pile all sorts of accusations onto Ye Longlin and try to kill him!" Mu Hanqi said urgently, pulling out her phone to call Murong Tianyun. However, Yuan Gang stopped her.
"Miss Mu, the boss anticipated this day long ago. We were also aware of Shi Potian's situation. There's no rush with this matter. Let's stall for time. The boss wants to know how many people wish to see him dead in this situation. You know the boss's identity; the capital will definitely know about this, and those people in the capital will certainly make a move. For them, if they can truly imprison the boss, the power he holds will naturally become vacant. Although the boss holds a high position, there are many who want him to step down. These people are not to be trifled with. The boss wants to know who in the capital is targeting him, so this is an opportunity. Furthermore, it can also help identify the person behind the Tian family. This is a triple win."
Yuan Gang was not flustered at all. This matter was already part of their plan, so there was no need for panic. What they needed to do was maintain absolute silence. Currently, with Ye Longlin in the Dragon Investigation Bureau, his was the highest identity within the entire Dragon Pavilion. Therefore, some matters could only be handled by him personally.
"Shi Potian will definitely use his position as Deputy Director of the Dragon Investigation Bureau to arrest me. At that time, do not resist, do not do anything. I will be taken in by him. At least until I'm in military court, no one can touch me. What you need to do is return to the capital. However, before returning to the capital, you must go and see Wang Yanwen."
"Why see Wang Yanwen? Didn't he retire and live in Nan Province?"
"You don't need to worry about these things. Just go and see him."
This was a secret conversation Yuan Gang and Ye Longlin had two days prior. Apart from the two of them, no one else was aware of it. And last night, Ye Longlin had instructed Yuan Gang again to contact the owner of this phone number before meeting Wang Yanwen and tell them not to make any moves. This was a private phone number; he didn't know who it belonged to, nor did he investigate. For Ye Longlin to give such a solemn instruction, the other party must be an extraordinary individual.
"Hello, I am Yuan Gang. My boss has been arrested. He asked me to tell you not to make any moves for now." Yuan Gang made the call while driving.
"Come find me at Jingxin Teahouse." The other party hung up after speaking.
Yuan Gang, with a hint of confusion, said, "I feel like the other party's voice is somewhat familiar. I feel like I've heard it somewhere."
Mu Hanqi, sitting in the back seat, was feeling quite troubled. After carefully considering Yuan Gang's words, she frowned. "That doesn't seem right. Investigating people from the capital and finding the person behind the Tian family are two matters. What is the third one?"
Yuan Gang glanced at the rearview mirror and said in a calm tone, "Completely taking care of the Nan Province families!"
Mu Hanqi also pouted, her heart gradually settling. Since Ye Longlin already had a plan, she would not cause any trouble. However, this matter involved a wide scope.
"The Ye family will not miss this opportunity either. They will definitely intervene personally. Now that Ye Longlin is arrested, the Nan Province power in his hands will naturally return to Ye Shuangquan. This is not good news. The Ten Elder families will likely make a move because of this. Is he planning to target the Ten Elder families?" Mu Hanqi was not foolish. From a broader perspective, this incident seemed unrelated to the Ten Elder families. However, if one delved deeper, the Ye family would definitely intervene, and the families opposed to the Ye family would also intervene to stop them. This way, very few among the Ten Elder families could remain neutral.
Yuan Gang was inwardly astonished. He had been scolded by the boss for lacking foresight on this very matter. Mu Hanqi's deduction clearly showed she was no mere ornamental figure!
"You are absolutely right. That's why the boss asked me to watch over you. We cannot contact the Murong family now. Regardless of what happens, the Murong family must not be implicated in the boss's affairs. Although I don't know why, we just need to follow the boss's instructions." As they spoke, they arrived at Jingxin Teahouse.
Getting out of the car, they went up to the third floor. Seeing Lin Langsheng, dressed in military uniform and sitting imposingly, Yuan Gang was shocked!
Mu Hanqi: "!!!"
Both of them were extremely shocked. They had seen Lin Langsheng being placed in a coffin, so why was Lin Langsheng appearing here now?
"You... you... are you a ghost or a human?" Mu Hanqi, seeing the person in front of her, fearfully hid behind Yuan Gang, yet still felt insecure.
Yuan Gang looked at the four stars on his shoulders and instantly understood. "After the Heluo War, the top brass of the military was devastated, leading to a proposal for youth-oriented leadership. At that time, a great marshal disappeared, and the Eastern front immediately descended into chaos. Gradually, there were rumors in the military that the marshal had not died and had been in hiding. I never expected it to be you, Marshal Lin."
"Yuan Gang, the leader of the Dragon Pavilion's Four Vajras, pays respects to Marshal Lin!"
Lin Langsheng chuckled and waved his hand. "It was a feigned death back then. Little Mu, come and sit. Uncle Lin isn't dead yet."
Hearing their words, it seemed they finally confirmed this matter.
"Uncle Lin, since you are not dead, does Tian Ai know? If Tian Ai knew about your identity, she would surely be very happy." Mu Hanqi was also very happy.
Lin Langsheng shook his head. "Don't tell her. With your intelligence, you should be able to guess what's going on, shouldn't you?" Mu Hanqi pouted and thought for a moment, then deflated. "Alright, I won't tell her."
"Marshal Lin, the boss instructed me last night to tell you not to make any moves for now. The boss's exact words were that since many people have forgotten the energy of the Dragon Pavilion, let them witness the Dragon Pavilion's cohesion. Let them also know that the Dragon Pavilion can do without anyone, but it absolutely cannot do without him." The Dragon Pavilion was very high-profile when it was founded in its early years. However, in recent years, as most Dragon Pavilion soldiers were overseas, it had led to many people being able to make moves against the Dragon Pavilion, which was something he could not tolerate.
"I guessed it. Otherwise, given his temperament, how could he tolerate being in the Dragon Investigation Bureau? However, if it truly comes to military court, the Ye family will not stand by. You must be careful of the Ye family."