The old director is actually not old, a fifty-five-year-old person looks like he's less than fifty.

  Everyone calls him Old Director Lao because his surname is Lao, which sounds the same as "old" in Qinghe dialect. Over time, Director Lao became Old Director Lao, and even the Municipal Party Secretary and Mayor have to address him with this title when they meet.

  The old director's surname is Lao and his name is Chenggui, in Qinghe City, he is also a well-known figure.

  In Tian Liang's heart, Lao Juzhang was a man with stories.

  Returning three notebooks to the old director is an adventure and also a gamble with one's own future.

  Of two evils choose the lesser. This matter has been repeatedly considered until dawn, and only by directly "communicating" with Lao Juzhang can the risk to oneself be minimized.

  Ye Nan got off first and walked into the old director's house with a twisted waist.

  Li Yajuan sat in the back seat silently, apparently she still had some misgivings, and it was simply not reconciled to return the laptop to Lao Juzhang so easily.

  Of course, Li Yajuan was not foolish and had to admit that for Xiang Tianliang, this was the best choice.

  "Sister Li, don't be unhappy, okay?"

  "I'm not unhappy."

  "Then you laugh."

  Li Yajuan forced a smile.

  "Sister Li, what's with this smile of yours? It looks even uglier than crying."

  Li Yajuan stretched out her hand and twisted Tianliang's arm, "Don't worry, Li sister is a sensible person, as long as it's good for you, Li sister will support you."

  "Thank you, Sister Li, I knew it, Sister Li is always the kindest to me." Xiang Tianliang began to flatter her at the right moment.

  Li Yajuan glared at Tianliang and said, "You say one thing but do another, so why did you hit me?"

  "Haha, isn't this just a joke?" Tian Liang's face was covered in sweat.

  "So how should I thank you?"

  "Sister Li, you tell me how to thank you, and I'll thank you that way."

  "Is this really true?"

  "It's definitely true."

  Li Yajuan rushed towards Tian Liang and glanced at him, muttering, "You stinky brat, if you regret it, just wait and see how I'll deal with you."

  Ye Nan came out of Director Lao's house.

  "When day breaks, Old Director will let you in, he is waiting for you in his study."

  Ye Nan didn't follow him in; he went in alone towards Tian Liang.

  On an autumn morning, the wind was a bit cold, which was just right for blowing away the sleepiness of a sleepless night and making my head feel much clearer.

  Came to see the leader early in the morning, and it really had a different flavor. Entered the living room towards dawn, took a look around and found no one, so went straight to the study.

  The old director was wearing his outer garment and sat in front of the desk, looking at the bookshelf filled with books.

  "Director, I'm here." He lightly knocked on the door and stood respectfully at the entrance.

  "Ah, it's Xiao Xiang, come on in."

  Lao Chenggui turned over in his chair, a smile on his face, looking at Xiang Tianliang with a gentle gaze.

  "Director, have you recovered? Everyone is missing you."

  "Really? Is that so?"

  "Yes, you're not in the bureau, and now it's like a dragon without a head."

  "Haha, Xiao, you're quite eloquent!"

  Lao Cheng nodded his head in approval and his eyes scanned towards the dawn again.

  Xiang Tianliang's heart skipped a beat, and his gaze was not entirely gentle, but also contained a hint of chilliness and sharpness.

  It is said that Lao Chenggui has great power, not only in the city but also among provincial leaders, several of whom can be spoken to. Despite such a big incident, he remains unmoved and sits firmly on his throne, no wonder even Director Xie of the Municipal Public Security Bureau cannot handle him.

  "Director, I've brought the things."

  Take a step forward towards the bright sky, and gently place the notebook in hand on the desk in front of Lao Chenggui.

  "Xiao Xiang, thank you, you've worked hard."

  Saying words of gratitude, his face was expressionless, towards Tian Liang he didn't know, what kind of mood is Lao Chenggui in now?

  "Director, I think this is what I should do."

  "Oh? Why?"

  "As I am a member of the Construction Bureau, I have the responsibility and obligation to maintain the stability and unity of the Construction Bureau."

  Lao Cheng nodded slightly and lit a cigarette, taking slow puffs.

  While Old Man Guo was lighting his cigarette, Xiang Tianliang quickly scanned the layout of the study. He noticed that from the switch by the window, a thin white wire had been added, which led to one of the drawers in the desk. Xiang Tianliang was certain that there must be a tape recorder inside the drawer, and it was probably working at that very moment.

  "Xiao Xiang, don't be nervous, I have a few questions for you."

  Lifted his spirits towards the sky and naturally straightened his waist.

  "Director, go ahead and ask."

  "The first question is, who made you secretly investigate the theft in my office? What was his purpose?"

  "Director, you and I can't say it, but I'm sure you know."

  Xiang Tianliang couldn't mention Yu Feilong's name, La Chenggui knew this and was just testing him. In the Construction Bureau, who didn't know that Xiang Tianliang was brought in through the "back door" by Yu Feilong? Besides Yu Feilong, who else could order him to do such a thing? La Chenggui asked this question because he wanted Xiang Tianliang to mention Yu Feilong's name and have it recorded on tape. But Xiang Tianliang didn't fall for it.

  Lao Chenggui smiled and said, "This kid is indeed capable, no wonder he's a graduate of the Police University."

  "Secondly, as a trustee, why did you go against the wishes of the person who entrusted you and hand over to me something that you had worked so hard to obtain?"

  The client and the trustee, what an interesting title, even Tian Liang couldn't help but laugh.

  "Director, the thing is, this client has actually obtained the item, but in order to cover himself up, he's making a false show of it, shouting 'thief' while being the thief himself. He hired me to search for this item, hoping to use my actions to deceive others about his own behavior, and is prepared to push me out as a scapegoat when all else fails. Therefore, I think such a client doesn't deserve my respect."

  Lao Cheng was delighted and burst out laughing, "Well said, well said, it's almost the same as what I imagined!"

  "Director, I don't need to say it, you actually know too." Xiang Tianliang flattered him with a busy tone.

  "Third question, have you seen the contents of the notebook?"

  Xiang Tianliang didn't hesitate at all, "Director, I had to flip through it and confirm that it was indeed your handwriting, right?"

  This counter-question was discussed with Tian Liang, Li Yajuan and Ye Nan. If you say you haven't seen it, even a three or four-year-old child wouldn't believe it. So be bolder and more straightforward, and you'll get a better impression from Laocenggui.

  "Is there another problem? Has anyone else seen it?" Lauchenggui asked, staring into Xiang Tianliang's eyes.

  Xiang Tianliang smiled and said: "Director, you should have asked Ye Nansister about this matter, right?"

  "I want to hear your answer."

  "Director, after I got these things six hours ago, I went straight to Li Ya's house. The three of us didn't close our eyes all night, guarding these things together. Li Ya wanted to see them, Ye Nansister wanted to see them too, but I stopped them both. It wasn't until half an hour ago that I let Ye Nan call you. I can guarantee that no one else has seen these things, including Li Ya and Ye Nan."

  After a moment of silence, Lao Chenggui also slowly smiled.

  "Hmm... Kojirou, I'm satisfied with your answer. Now it's your turn to ask."