Rebirth of Corrupt Officials

Chapter 36.2

This day was destined not to be a peaceful one. Even if it was calm on the surface, it was still turbulent secretly.

There was almost nothing to do throughout the afternoon. He was scheduled to take over the financial and economic work the day after tomorrow, and he also had to sort out some information for these departments.

In Jiang Xiaochuan’s view, this detail was extremely problematic, but he could not say anything or even make any move to express doubt.

If it was a normal work handover without any problems, the sooner, the better in such an urgent time, but here they insisted on using busy affairs as an excuse to delay it for several days. Who knew what this is intended to do?

Jiang Xiaochuan left the office in anger today. Fu Peng used this trick very well. He didn’t know who would play tricks on whom in the future.

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As soon as he left the government gate, he received a call from Rong Shaobai.

“Mayor Jiang said we would talk about it later last time. Now I have something I want to talk to Mayor Jiang. I wonder if Mayor Jiang can spare the time.” Rong Shaobai got straight to the point and spoke in a calm tone.

The last time he was talking about was the time when Zhang Xiaoli had a miscarriage. Rong Shaobai was also in the hospital at that time and called him. However, because Lian Cheng and the others from the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection were there, he couldn’t show up, so he just made a phone call.

“I know a few people from the military, and they happen to know this news.” The armed forces of the military region performed various tasks to maintain national security. As China’s peaceful armed forces extended their reach globally, they undertaken tasks abroad, including more patrols around borders. However, Rong Shaobai’s connection with the military sounded somewhat alarming.

Jiang Xiaochuan recalled the news Xue Yan reported to him. There appeared to be arms deal between the Rong family and the military. It was said the military wouldn’t directly provide equipment to civilian entities, making arms smuggling the only plausible explanation.

Yet, how could Rong Shaobai casually share such confidential information with Jiang Xiaochuan?

Jiang Xiaochuan’s philosophy was to refrain from asking if he didn’t know because the secrets, he might hear could pose harm, and one must know how to keep things confidential.

Unfortunately, Rong Shaobai voluntarily disclosed this secret without any caution.

“President Rong, what is the purpose of sharing this?” Jiang Xiaochuan’s demeanor had changed from the initial kindness.

Rong Shaobai anticipated his reaction and didn’t express surprise. He turned the silver ring on his finger and, after careful consideration, said, “Maybe it’s unreasonable for me to make such a request, but I feel that only Mayor Jiang can help me now. We, the Rong family, want to clear our names.”

Jiang Xiaochuan lifted his eyes, the gentleness in his gaze completely vanished, but a smile lingered on his lips. “President Rong, are you kidding me?”

Rong Shaobai replied, “I’m serious.” His smile faded abruptly.