Reborn as a Noble's Son

Chapter 712: Chapter 668: Feng Xueliang’s Phone Call_1
 

Xibei Autonomous Region Government family quarter area.

At the gate of the third courtyard of the regional government residence. A BMW off-road vehicle was steadily parked at the gate.

As the rear door opened, Feng Tianqi got out of the car with a gloomy face and walked straight into the third courtyard.

At this moment, at the door of a small villa, the door was opened. A woman in her fifties just walked out of the door and, upon seeing Feng Tianqi, showed a surprised look on her face and said in amazement, “Tianqi, aren’t you supposed to be in Kulin County? Why did you come back so early?”

Hearing the woman’s words, Feng Tianqi’s gloomy face finally softened a little, he nodded and said, “Mom. There’s been an emergency. Is Dad home?”

Upon hearing this, Feng Tianqi’s mother also nodded and said, “Your father just woke up, you go in.”

Upon entering, an elderly man in his late fifties, nearly sixty, was sitting on the living room sofa, wearing glasses, reading today’s newspaper.

Seeing Feng Tianqi coming, the old man’s face remained undisturbed: “You’re back.”

This person is Feng Tianqi’s father, Feng Xueliang, who ranks third as a vice chairman of the Xibei Autonomous Region government.

“It’s too much. Dad. This Nie Zhenbang is too much. This way, it seems they’re targeting me.” Feng Tianqi’s face conveyed an air of resentment as he sat down and complained angrily.

These words made Feng Xueliang put down the newspaper in his hand and looked up at Feng Tianqi, asking, “What happened, what trouble did you cause? How did you offend Nie Zhenbang?”

Feng Xueliang clearly knew who Nie Zhenbang was. He was the head of the ‘San Gong Office’ with a deep background. How about Chairman Tieli back then? In the end, wasn’t he also brought down by Nie Zhenbang? Now, hearing his son say such things made Feng Xueliang take it seriously.

Seeing his father’s reaction, Feng Tianqi became a little flustered. Several key leaders of the Kulin County Party Committee were under ‘double regulation’. This matter would inevitably be traced back to the Rhea Group, and that would spell trouble for him later. This matter was beyond his control now.

Facing Feng Xueliang, Feng Tianqi plucked up courage to say, “Dad, there’s nothing really big going on. It’s just that Deng Chunhe and others from Kulin County have been put under ‘double regulation’ by the Atai City Disciplinary Committee.”

After saying this, Feng Tianqi’s attitude flips again, defiantly saying, “But, Dad. This is clearly Nie Zhenbang’s doing. The actions in Atai City were also directed by him. This time, you must help me. Otherwise, our Feng family will lose face in Xibei region.”

Seeing Feng Tianqi’s disgruntled face, Feng Xueliang’s mind started to turn quickly. He knew his son’s personality very well. While he may not be utterly villainous, there was a hint of arrogance due to his status.

‘Double regulation.’ Feng Xueliang understood this process very well. If there were no issues with the Kulin County Party Committee, a minor mistake by the ‘San Gong Office’ could not possibly affect the Atai Municipal Party Committee and Disciplinary Committee.

To put a cadre under ‘double regulation’, especially key leaders of the Kulin County Party Committee, there must be a reason. It seems the trouble his son caused is not small.

With this in mind, Feng Xueliang’s expression became serious. With a stern look, he stared at Feng Tianqi and said: “Tianqi, are you still trying to lie to me at this point? Tell me, what exactly happened?”

Given Feng Xueliang’s status, the moment he became serious, a powerful aura and pressure was immediately felt. Under this pressure, Feng Tianqi finally became honest, and he quietly told his father about how he had teamed up with members of the Kulin County Party Committee to embezzle demolition compensation and resettlement funds, forcibly carry out demolitions, and other misdeeds.

As Feng Tianqi noticed the grave expression on Feng Xueliang’s face, he panicked and whispered, “Dad, you have to help me this time. If you don’t, I’m finished. Those people in Kulin County will definitely betray me. Dad, you should make a phone call to the people in Atai City. Zhou Chunlei, the secretary of the Atai Municipal Party Committee, is Nie Zhenbang’s classmate. They’re in cahoots. This is obviously a vendetta.”

At this moment, upon hearing Feng Tianqi’s words, Feng Xueliang was taken aback and looked at Tianqi, asking, “Tianqi, are you saying Zhou Chunlei and Nie Zhenbang were classmates?”

Feng Tianqi nodded, “Dad, it’s absolutely true. Zhou Chunlei and Nie Zhenbang were classmates at the Autonomous Region Party School. I see, the two of them conspired to deal with me.”

As soon as the words had fallen, Feng Xueliang stood up abruptly, his voice angry. “Feng Tianqi, are you still trying to be cunning in front of me? If you truly didn’t do anything wrong, what are you afraid of? My son is not so easily framed. Don’t worry about whether others are venting their personal grievances. First, take care of your own misdeeds. For the time being, stay at home. You are not allowed to go anywhere.”

At this moment, the incredibly indulgent Feng Xueliang begin to explode. This matter was not that simple. It was true that Nie Zhenbang and Zhou Chunlei were classmates. However, even so, they couldn’t fabricate claims out of thin air. But now, it was clear that it was his son and the people of Kulin County who had instigated this incident.

If this matter were revealed, not only would his son face imprisonment, but he himself would likely have to shoulder some of the responsibility as well. Not to mention losing his position. Being disciplined and criticized was a certainty.

With this thought in mind, Feng Xueliang picked up the phone and dialed his secretary’s number. As soon as the line was connected, Feng Xueliang ordered, “Xiao Shi, check the phone number for the Kulin County Committee Guest House for me.”

…

On Nie Zhenbang’s end, the progress of the case was very rapid. With Uncle Han’s letter of accusation, the work of the entire special investigation team was essentially delineated. The team was divided into two groups. One group was responsible for the detailed interrogation of Deng Chunhe and others. The other group went to Kulin New City for a comprehensive visit and investigation of the displaced residents. The information and data gathered were very gratifying. According to Atai City’s relocation policy and compensation standard, the original plan was to exchange housing area for housing area, but when it came to the Rhea Group the compensation was converted into cash. The compensation for one square meter, according to the current housing prices, would barely buy half a square meter of a house.

With such ironclad facts and evidence, and under the massive psychological pressure from the special investigation team, the defense line of Deng Chunhe and others completely collapsed.

Room 308 of the Kulin County Committee Guest House.

When Zhou Chunlei walked in from outside, his brows were clearly filled with a hint of joy. The case in Kulin County was almost solved. Deng Chunhe, the party secretary of Kulin County, and Niu Zhian, the county mayor, and others, had accepted bribes from the Rhea Group. They colluded with the Rhea Group, using threats, intimidation, and forced demolition in the Kulin New City project. They forced the local people to submit. The facts had become entirely clear.

The rapid progress of the case greatly pleased Zhou Chunlei. At least, he hadn’t let down his old classmate.

As soon as he walked in the door, Zhou Chunlei smiled and said, “Zhenbang, the case has basically been solved. Now, I can finally stand tall and speak in front of you, my old classmate.”

Hearing Zhou Chunlei’s words, Nie Zhenbang also laughed, understanding what Zhou Chunlei meant. As the Secretary of the Atai City Party Committee, such a big issue in his jurisdiction was no doubt a humiliation, especially since it was discovered by himself, which made Zhou Chunlei even more embarrassed.

Just as he was about to speak, the phone on the table suddenly rang. This surprised Nie Zhenbang. He usually used his cell phone for communication when he was staying here. The phone from Kulin County was never used.

After considering for a moment, Nie Zhenbang picked up the phone, “Hello?”

Just as he said this word, Feng Xueliang on the other end laughed, “May I ask, is this Director Nie Zhenbang?”

The fact that the caller was looking for him aroused even more doubts in Nie Zhenbang, who nodded and said, “Yes, it’s me. Who am I speaking with?”

Hearing this, Feng Xueliang’s face involuntarily twitched. He had considered for two full days before finally mustering the resolution to make this call.

Adjusting his attitude, Feng Xueliang laughed sheepishly, “Director Nie, hello, hello. I’m Feng Xueliang, from the Xibei Autonomous Region government. Do you remember me, Director Nie?”

Before Nie Zhenbang could respond, Feng Xueliang continued, “Director Nie, the reason I called today is mainly to admit a mistake to you. Regarding the construction issue of Kulin New City in Kulin County, my son, Tianqi, did some excessive things. This was due to the misinformation of some petty people. I feel profoundly grieved for the harm caused to the people of Kulin County. I’m hoping to entrust you, Director Nie, to compensate these people.”

Hearing this, Nie Zhenbang almost understood Feng Xueliang’s intention. He’s truly a seasoned player. These few sentences neatly absolved Feng Tianqi of any responsibility. What kind of deception? Without your son’s involvement, would Deng Chunhe and others from Kulin County dare to deceive him? As for the so-called entrusted compensation, it meant nothing more than trying to downplay the incident.

Nie Zhenbang didn’t believe for a second that Feng Tianqi was some saint or an innocent party.

After a moment of contemplation, Nie Zhenbang smiled and said, “Vice Chairman Feng, I’m not quite sure what you mean. What compensation? I’m completely in the dark. However, this time, the Kulin County Party Committee has violated the ‘Three Public’ regulation, and I’m afraid it’s going to be on record.”

As soon as Nie Zhenbang’s words were out, Feng Xueliang’s face immediately darkened. (