The Super Bodyguard of the Beautiful CEO

Chapter 283: Chapter 274: Promoted 3 Levels

Qi Manlin nodded and answered the phone, "Oh, Captain Chen, what brings you calling so late?"

"Oh, Officer Qi, young people really are full of energy and drive. You’ve found the mastermind behind the kidnapping case so quickly!" Chen Luyou laughed heartily over the phone.

"Captain Chen, you’re well-informed. Yes, we did get the name of the mastermind from Zhang Yangwei!" Qi Manlin didn’t hide anything. Since the other party called so late, he definitely knew about it.

"Well, to be honest, I just learned about this myself. Perhaps you already know, Lei Qiming’s father is Lei Gang, the Deputy Secretary of the South District Committee. A troubled son is a burdensome father, a classic example!" Chen Luyou sighed.

"There’s no other way; everyone is equal before the law. Whoever commits a crime must take responsibility!" Qi Manlin said.

"Officer Qi, we’re all colleagues in the officialdom here. The impact of this matter is not insignificant. And speaking of Lei Shu, he only has this one son. Can’t you make an exception?" Chen Luyou cautiously suggested. noveldrama

"An exception? How should I make an exception? Should we not pursue this case against him? If that’s the case, where is the dignity of the law? Captain Chen, I trust you’re not one to bend the law for personal gain?" Qi Manlin spoke indignantly, making a strong case.

Qi Manlin’s words left Chen Luyou speechless. There was no denying she was right. State laws were clear; if Chen Luyou argued, he would be disregarding party discipline and state laws. If he pleaded, it would be bending the law for personal gain. Of course, Qi Manlin didn’t say it openly, but her meaning was clear!

"Haha, Officer Qi, you’re right. Actually, I’m just acting as a messenger here. Officer Qi, please consider carefully. After all, Lei Shu is a highly respected person, and he has connections at the provincial and even central levels!" Chen Luyou laughed.

Chen Luyou’s words had two layers of meaning. One was to tell Qi Manlin that this matter was out of his hands, and he was merely a messenger. The other was to imply that Lei Gang was not to be trifled with. He was a big leader in the city with backing from higher-ups, which was normal in this day and age. Almost every big figure had a complex social network behind them!

"Haha, thanks for your good intentions, Captain Chen. Thank you for the reminder. Rest assured, I will handle this case impartially, living up to society and the uniform I wear!" Qi Manlin said with a smile.

"Well, I won’t disturb you then. Officer Qi, rest early!" Chen Luyou hung up the phone. With the conversation at this point, if the other party didn’t get it, he was helpless.

The next day, in Wancheng, after Zhou Xun’s kidnapping, another big incident shocked the city. The son of the Deputy Secretary of the South District Committee, Lei Gang’s son Lei Qiming, was arrested for suspected kidnapping, with solid evidence. The case quickly stirred a citywide uproar!

This arrest organized by Qi Manlin was under substantial pressure. After all, it involved the son of a district committee’s deputy secretary, which carried significant implications, especially from those public intellectuals online holding anti-rich and anti-official sentiments.

Lei Qiming’s involvement in the kidnapping was undeniable. No matter who came to plead, faced with evidence, all words were in vain. Moreover, given the high-profile nature of this case, nobody dared to plead. They could only try to influence the judge behind the scenes to reduce the sentencing by a few years at most.

Of course, the higher authority’s stance was clear. Given the massive public opinion generated, there must be no bending of the law for personal gain. The trial must be public and just, with no compromise on the law’s dignity just because he was the son of a district committee’s deputy secretary.

To avoid suspicion, city leadership temporarily arranged for Lei Gang to go recuperate elsewhere. Only after this period could he return.

In less than a week, the trial for Lei Qiming’s kidnapping case was concluded. Due to the prevailing anti-rich and anti-official sentiment at the time, the judge dared not pass a lenient sentence, ultimately giving a ten-year imprisonment term. Zhang Yangwei and Nan Batian received five and three years respectively due to their cooperation, which was relatively light in comparison!

With the case solved, Qi Manlin was publicly praised by the city Public Security Bureau leaders during the Wancheng leadership meeting. Moreover, she was directly promoted to the chief of the East City Police Station, with the former chief Gao Mufeng transferring to work at the city bureau!

At this meeting, Qi Manlin also encountered Lei Gang, Deputy Secretary of the South District Committee. From the first glance at Qi Manlin, he maintained a sullen expression, his eyes filled with hatred. It was impossible not to hate; after all, Qi Manlin had personally sent his only son to prison, the third generation and sole successor of the Lei Family, without any regard for his dignity!

Qi Manlin had noticed Lei Gang’s venomous gaze, but she didn’t pay much attention. He was only the Deputy Secretary of the South District Committee. Since she was with the East District, it was impossible for him to openly confront her, unless he became the direct leader of Wancheng.

Of course, it would be challenging for Lei Gang to become a city leader unless someone above him fell from grace, creating a vacancy that permitted promotion, or if some leaders retired, freeing positions. Otherwise, it would be a slow climb over a decade or more since the higher one climbed, the harder it became to advance, barring major accomplishments or simultaneous promotions above.

However, Qi Manlin was quite the exception. In under six months, this girl went from a small officer to multiple promotions reaching a chief position, a speed that was unprecedented in Wancheng!

The only downside of the case was that Purple Clothes managed to escape. Lei Qiming also confessed during interrogation that Purple Clothes indeed instigated the action, prompting him to take control of the Flying Dragon Foot Bath Pavilion in the East City and seize control of the local underground forces.

However, Lei Qiming underestimated the complexity of the situation. From ancient times, beauty has often been a harbinger of disaster. Sometimes, one must know when to be content. With Lei Qiming’s family assets, he had enough to enjoy for a lifetime. Yet, his insatiable desire led him to this predicament!

Lin Mu’s target was not Lei Qiming but Purple Clothes. Lin Mu had no deep-seated enmity with Lei Qiming, and Lei Qiming’s mistake was kidnapping Zhou Xun, touching Lin Mu’s most sensitive nerve. This was the consequence Lei Qiming had to bear!

The following morning, Lin Mu reported to Yunhai Mansion, and Qi Manlin was in high spirits, insisting that Lin Mu ride with her, as a token of appreciation for his selfless help.

"Hey, police lady, got a promotion again, huh? How about treating your brother to a big meal?" Lin Mu, sitting in the front passenger seat, grinned at Qi Manlin.

Qi Manlin was also in a joyful mood due to her promotion. Of course, this promotion was also thanks to Lin Mu’s covert operations. Lin Mu seemed like her lucky charm, ever since his appearance, her career path had been smooth!