Rebirth 1983: Building My Business Empire
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Chapter 322: Chapter 311 He Zhuliang Is Captured Chapter 322: Chapter 311 He Zhuliang Is Captured He Zhuliang was in a meeting when the ICAC suddenly burst in.

The leading man pulled out an arrest warrant and placed it in front of He Zhuliang, saying expressionlessly, “Mr. He, please come with us.”

A heavy feeling sank in He Zhuliang’s heart; he had not caught any wind of the ICAC’s arrival, which made him feel uneasy. However, being no stranger to adversity, he quickly regained his composure and cooperated, following them out.

What he hadn’t expected was the moment he stepped out of the company doors, several reporters swarmed him. One of them thrust a microphone at him and asked, “Mr. He, it is said that the car accident involving Officer Gao from the ICAC years ago was no accident but rather orchestrated by someone on your orders.”

He Zhiliang felt a weight in his heart and then replied with a grim face, “That’s slander. I’m telling you, I do not know this officer you speak of, and I believe the police will clear my name very soon.”

Though he said as much, the resurfacing of a nine-year-old case was in itself a bad omen. He just didn’t know who was targeting him. Once he found out, they would pay dearly.

The reporters then turned their microphones towards the person in charge from the ICAC, but the only response they got was, “ICAC does not comment on ongoing investigations.”

Nie Zhan, with his well-connected sources, found out half an hour after He Zhuliang’s arrest, “He Zhuliang was arrested by the ICAC? What’s the charge?”

Wang Shi shook his head to indicate he didn’t know. If his sources were that good, he wouldn’t just be an assistant.

After some thought, Nie Zhan decided to call a friend working in the police force to invite him for dinner. Although this friend was only an inspector, his uncle was a high-ranking official in the police force, and his sources were very reliable.

The friend was puzzled by the sudden dinner invitation, but he knew that a business elite like Nie Zhan wouldn’t invite him without reason. After accepting the invitation, he immediately called his uncle to inquire about any special cases recently.

He learned from his uncle about He Zhuliang’s arrest. Lu Jiaxin and He Zhuliang were not connected either legally or by blood, so there was no need to be discreet with Nie Zhan.

At noon, Feng Qinglei came to see Nie Zhan at his company and said, “He Zhuliang has been taken away by the ICAC. Did you know about this?”

Nie Zhan looked at him lounging on the sofa with his feet up on the coffee table, his casual demeanor irksome, “If you specifically came to tell me this, you can go back now.”

Feng Qinglei withdrew his feet and lowered his voice, “Nie Zhan, tell me honestly, are you behind this?”

Nie Zhan shook his head, “No. While I do intend to deal with He Zhuliang, I haven’t made my move yet. I don’t even know who did.”

Feng Qinglei had heard the rumors about Lu Jiaxin and thought that Nie Zhan’s move from the Nie Family Old Mansion might be related to this whole affair. That’s why he suspected that He Zhuliang’s arrest had something to do with him.

“Really? It’s not you?”

Nie Zhan replied with some exasperation, “It’s not. I just arranged to have dinner with Lu Songyuan to find out more about the situation. If you’re interested, you could join us.”

Having known him for over a decade, Feng Qinglei could tell from his expression that Nie Zhan was not involved, “Ah Zhan, do you think this has something to do with Little Chili?”

There it was, he inadvertently used Lu Jiaxin’s nickname. Although he never used it in front of Nie Zhan, he still referred to her that way elsewhere.

Nie Zhan wasn’t in the mood to fuss over this minor slip-up and asked with surprise, “Why would you think this has anything to do with Jiaxin?”

Feng Qinglei fell silent for a moment before saying, “Brother, half of Madam Gu’s estate originally belonged to her, and not only did the He Family embezzle the property, but they also spread rumors to damage her reputation. Your aunt wouldn’t have arranged that blind date for you otherwise. If it were me, I definitely wouldn’t be able to swallow such an insult.”

He then countered, “Do you think Jiaxin has that kind of power?”

Feng Qinglei felt they should not underestimate Lu Jiaxin, “In two years, she went from penniless to a billionaire. Few people in the world have such capability, and it wouldn’t be odd to know a few impressive individuals.”

Nie Zhan asked with a hint of surprise, “Feng Qinglei, what exactly are you trying to say?”

Seeing him like this, Feng Qinglei said with a smile, “Don’t worry, I won’t try to take away your turf. I just think that if Little Chili really did this, I would follow her lead from now on.”

Nie Zhan felt he was talking nonsense, “Jiaxin has been in Hong Kong for over a year, focusing on studies before the public exam and traveling around afterward. Besides being in frequent contact with Su Heyuan, she has not had much interaction with people in society. Where would she meet the powerful figures you speak of?”

In his heart, Feng Qinglei mused that you’re hardly one to talk, “You’re so certain, have you placed someone by her side?”

Nie Zhan didn’t even want to talk to him anymore. Plant someone by Jiaxin’s side? What did he take him for, “If she really knew the kind of formidable people you’re talking about, do you think the He Family would dare treat her like this?”

Given the He Family’s opportunistic nature, once they knew Jiaxin was acquainted with powerful figures, they would only try to curry favor with her and then use her to meet those powerful individuals, propelling their company to greater heights.

After hearing his analysis, Feng Qinglei started to doubt his own suspicion.

Later that evening, Nie Zhan had dinner with Lu Songyuan and received some definitive news, “The police have found evidence of his involvement in the murder of Officer Gao, provided by Officer Gao’s sister.”

Seeing the two looking at him, Gao Songyuan explained, “Officer Gao’s parents passed away early, and he raised his sister and saw her through school. Officer Gao died in a traffic accident, which was initially determined to be an accident by the police department, but she didn’t believe it and had been investigating secretly. Surprisingly, she indeed found evidence.”

Even if he didn’t mention these matters now, Nie Zhan would find out in a couple of days. His girlfriend bore a grudge against the He Family and knowing about Lawyer Gao, she wouldn’t possibly side with He Zhuliang.

Now Feng Qinglei no longer had any doubts about Lu Jiaxin. The girl had been investigating for over eight years, whereas Lu Jiaxin had only been in Hong Kong for just over a year, with no connection to Lawyer Gao whatsoever.

Nie Zhan asked, “Now that there is conclusive evidence, can they convict him?”

In Hong Kong, some barristers are quite formidable and they mainly serve the wealthy. Sometimes even knowing that the other party is responsible, but without concrete evidence, they let the culprit escape punishment. Thus, even if Lawyer Gao provided evidence, it might not be successful, as evidence can be refuted.

Lu Songyuan vaguely stated, “The case involving He Zhuliang is quite complex, involving many people. It won’t be resolved anytime soon.”

He couldn’t say more without violating professional ethics.

Nie Zhan didn’t ask any further, as the vague response indicated the details weren’t meant for them. He changed the subject to stocks and real estate instead.

After dinner, which ended past ten o’clock, they got into the car and Feng Qinglei said, “I really didn’t expect the evidence to come from Gao Wen.”

Nie Zhan was surprised, “You know Lawyer Gao?”

Feng Qinglei said with some regret, “Gao Wen is a famous beauty in the legal field, and her professional capabilities are strong; she hardly loses any cases she handles. I once asked her out for dinner but got rejected. Oh right, you’ve seen her too. We were dining together that time, and when Lawyer Gao passed by, I even greeted her!”

Nie Zhan had no recollection at all.

Disbelieving, Feng Qinglei asked, “A beauty like her passed by us, and you have no memory of it?”

“I have face blindness,” Nie Zhan said coolly and calmly. Of course, he wasn’t face-blind; he just didn’t bother remembering the faces of people he didn’t know.

Feng Qinglei was convinced.

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