Everyone in the Zheng family was stunned by what they heard. They exchanged glances, each seeing the shock in the other's eyes!
They only knew Er Zhu was a nouveau riche from a small town, but they never expected him to have such good connections with the police!
"Captain Zhang, you don't need to report these matters to me. You can just tell your director, right?"
Er Zhu nodded slightly. He looked up at Zhang Qiang, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
This matter had nothing to do with him. He was just here to help. He didn't care who the killer was. What he cared about was healing the sick, saving lives, and cooperating with Lihua Village.
"Yes, it has nothing to do with you, but Director Wu also said that he needs to explain things to you, so you know why you came. Er Zhu, thank you so much for this matter. Without you, this case wouldn't have been solved so quickly!"
Zhang Qiang nodded slightly and relayed everything Director Wu had instructed him to say.
In fact, he had planned to do this, but he thought a phone call would suffice. However, Director Wu said that wouldn't be sincere enough, so he came in person.
"My goodness, so he came to Guangyuan County at the request of the police!"
"Tsk tsk, this richest man is truly extraordinary!"
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Hearing this, everyone in the Zheng family looked at Er Zhu incredulously. Only now did they realize that the person standing before them was not as simple as he appeared!
Zheng Tianming, standing nearby, felt as if he had been struck by lightning. He had intended to vent his anger on this outsider, but he never expected it to backfire!
"Well, it's just a small matter. You don't need to be so polite."
Er Zhu gently patted Zhang Qiang's shoulder and said calmly.
A small matter?
The Guangyuan County police had been investigating the Lihua Village case for a month with no results and only then sought their help. If such a major case was considered a small matter, then what could be considered a big matter?
Zhang Qiang couldn't help but purse his lips. He suddenly felt even more admiration for Er Zhu!
"Okay, oh... right, you are suspected of framing someone. Come with me!"
Zhang Qiang nodded. Just as he was about to leave, he suddenly grabbed Zheng Tianming's collar, uttered those words, and prepared to take him away.
Calling Er Zhu a swindler? Was this guy kicked by a donkey?
"No, no, no, Uncle Police, I was just kidding. Please don't take it seriously."
Zheng Tianming waved his hands repeatedly, trying to explain himself, while looking at the Zheng family for help, his eyes filled with panic.
But the Zheng family acted as if they hadn't seen him. If they weren't in this private room, they would have pretended not to know him!
Buying a fake painting was foolish enough, and he almost made them misunderstand a distinguished guest. This kind of person should be locked up!
"I'm sorry, Mr. Wang. I was talking nonsense just now. It's all my fault. I can't go to jail..."
Seeing that no one in the Zheng family was speaking up for him, Zheng Tianming had to shamelessly beg Er Zhu. His eyes reddened, and he looked like he was about to cry in desperation!
Hearing Er Zhu's name, Zhang Qiang turned his head to look at Er Zhu, as if seeking his opinion.
"Let him go. He's just a fool. Not worth wasting police resources."
Seeing Zheng Tianming clasping his hands together and begging him, and recalling Zheng Chengbing's humble demeanor towards him, Er Zhu spoke slowly.
As soon as Er Zhu finished speaking, Zhang Qiang nodded. Before Zheng Tianming could react, Zhang Qiang released him and left.
Zheng Tianming, sitting on the ground, was a bit angry, but realizing how obediently Zhang Qiang listened to Er Zhu, he could only endure it.
"Thank you, Mr. Wang, for your magnanimity!"
Zheng Tianming took a deep breath, suppressing his anger, and slowly stood up to bow to Er Zhu, his eyes filled with resentment!
This brat had bullied him time and time again. He would not let him off the hook!
"Old Master Zheng, let's start the meal."
Er Zhu glanced at Zheng Tianming's clenched fists without acknowledging him, and walked towards Zheng Chengbing.
It didn't matter if Zheng Tianming hated him. He couldn't be bothered to explain to such a fool. If he wanted to cause trouble, then so be it.
Hearing this, Zheng Chengbing quickly pulled out a chair for Er Zhu. The other Zheng family members respectfully sat down. Only Zheng Tianming slunk out of the private room.
The meal was quite pleasant. Er Zhu heard all sorts of flattering and fawning words. Anyone else would have been arrogant enough to float to the heavens by now.
But Er Zhu merely nodded perfunctorily, never taking these words to heart.
"Mr. Wang, why don't you stay here for a few more days? I'll personally take you around."
After dinner, Zheng Chengbing, while helping Er Zhu into the car, asked cautiously.
He had just asked someone to investigate Lihua Village and discovered that Er Zhu not only had a deep understanding of antiques but also knew medicine and was known as a divine doctor in Liuzhen!
He was skilled in medicine, knowledgeable in antiques, had close ties with the police, and was a business partner with Liu Lianliang!
Any one of these three things alone was extraordinary, let alone all three in one person!
The more Zheng Chengbing thought about it, the more shocked he became, and the more he felt fortunate. Fortunately, he hadn't let Zheng Jie come today, otherwise, it wouldn't have been just Zheng Tianming who was embarrassed!
"Alright, since there's nothing much to do back home anyway."
Er Zhu had initially wanted to refuse, but then he thought he had never visited Guangyuan County and changed his mind.
His business in Liuzhen was already saturated. He might as well take this opportunity to see if there were any other avenues for wealth. Besides, he was also curious how Zheng Tianming would retaliate against him.
"That's wonderful! Then you can stay at my house for these few days. Don't worry, Mr. Wang, I've locked Xiao Jie in another villa. She's not at the Zheng residence."
Seeing Er Zhu nod, Zheng Chengbing was overjoyed as if he had found a treasure. He enthusiastically invited him, then suddenly seemed to remember something and earnestly assured him.
"Hmm, it doesn't matter if she's here or not." Er Zhu was slightly taken aback and then remembered the animosity between him and Zheng Jie. He waved his hand dismissively.
The so-called animosity was something Zheng Chengbing himself believed. If he hadn't mentioned Zheng Jie's name just now, Er Zhu would have almost forgotten he had met such a person.
As Er Zhu was returning home with Zheng Chengbing, at a villa on the mountainside of Changqing Mountain in Guangyuan County, a figure tiptoed out.
This person was none other than Zheng Jie, who had sneaked out!
After her father brought her back, he told her to reflect on her actions here. However, she didn't feel she had done anything wrong!
So what if her uncle's business partner? In the end, he was just a businessman, and a businessman from a small town at that!
So what if her uncle admired him? She was her uncle's niece. Could he admire someone else more than his own niece?
Moreover, even if she had made a mistake, her father's two slaps were enough compensation.
Thinking of those two slaps, Zheng Jie subconsciously touched her still swollen face, her eyes filled with anger!