Ling Zhenfei also laughed, "Director Du, I don't think this is a matter of whether I was taught well or not. Even if you indeed fined me one million, do you think how much of that would actually make it aboveboard?"

As soon as Ling Zhenfei finished speaking, Du Bingsheng understood, "You mean to say this young man has also embezzled and accepted bribes, misappropriating public funds?"

"I believe this kind of thing should be very easy to investigate," Ling Zhenfei said with a smile.

Director Du said solemnly, "Rest assured, I will immediately investigate Fan Qiang's finances and other violations of conduct."

At this moment, Fan Qiang, who was beside them, shouted furiously at Ling Zhenfei, "Kid, don't you slander me. It's just that I asked for a slightly higher fine from you, don't smear me in other respects, or beware I'll sue you."

Ling Zhenfei looked at Fan Qiang and burst into laughter, "People like you really don't shed tears until you see the coffin. Well, if that's the case, then there's no need to investigate."

While speaking, Ling Zhenfei took out his mobile phone, activated the recording function, and played the audio that he had just recorded.

"Evidence, you've already made it very clear just now. Even without an investigation, there's more than enough here to convict you."

Everyone looked at the mobile phone in Ling Zhenfei's hand in shock. Fan Qiang's voice was very clear from it, and the content of the conversation was indeed enough for a conviction.

None of them had expected Ling Zhenfei to have such an ace up his sleeve. They were all speechless, especially Fan Qiang, who now had nothing left to say and collapsed on the ground, convulsing and unable to stand.

Director Du turned to the others and said, "You few are definitely not getting away either."

Their legs gave way at his words, "Director, we have nothing to do with this, it was all Fan Qiang's doing. We all disagreed with it."

"Yes, Director, we truly are innocent. We didn't take part."

Director Du sneered, "Whether you are involved or not will be clear after an investigation, and by not reporting Fan Qiang's actions, you are already responsible."

"Come in!"

Upon his command, several uniformed personnel entered from the door and took Fan Qiang and the others away.

Now, only Director Du Bingsheng and Ling Zhenfei were left in the room.

"I really am sorry, Mr. Ling, I did not expect such a thing to happen," said Director Du, full of apologies.

Ling Zhenfei said, "No need to be polite, I just happened to be unlucky with this matter. But I want to ask you, is it illegal for me to build an inn on the Xi Shan I rented?"

Director Du was momentarily taken aback, "Technically, cutting down trees on the mountain is illegal, but your Xishan Manor should not have a problem."

"What do you mean it 'should not' have a problem?" Ling Zhenfei was surprised but then seemed to realize something—it must be because of Feng Li.

Knowing that Ling Zhenfei had connections with Feng Li, how could anyone say that Xishan Manor was illegal?

"Xishan Manor is slightly irregular, but it is not illegal," was Director Du's answer.

"If it's not illegal, then why can't our manor's numerous approval documents get approved?"

Actually, Ling Zhenfei had long wanted to come to the Forestry Bureau. Although he had already rented most of the land in the village, he valued the mountain ridges more, for they were the real treasures.

However, the approvals for Ling Zhenfei's Xishan Manor had always been delayed, especially at the Forestry Bureau, where they always said the conditions didn't meet the standards. It was precisely because of this that Xishan Manor's establishment as a group company couldn't get approved.

Director Du said somewhat awkwardly, "I'll approve it, approve it immediately. Mayor Feng personally issued an order, stating that Xishan Manor is a beneficial project for the villagers. All departments should fully support it, and our Forestry Bureau supports it too."

Ling Zhenfei was overjoyed, It was unexpected that although he was arrested today, he ended up with an unexpected gain, successfully resolving a significant problem for the manor. With this development, the approval for Xishan Manor would be incredibly fast.

"Then, Director Du, I have another question, Can we build a guest house on the Xi Shan behind the manor?"

Du Bingsheng said with a smile, "Of course you can build it. Xi Shan isn't Xianling Mountain. Anything outside the Xianling Mountain region can be developed, but I still have to remind you, Xianling Mountain is a national protected area, so you must not damage anything within the protected area."

Ling Zhenfei laughed, "Don't worry about that, I always abide by the law, I will protect Xianling Mountain."

Du Bingsheng nodded, "As long as you're aware. If you really damage Xianling Mountain, then nobody can protect you no matter who it is."

"Alright, I've noted that down. I'll head back and work on developing my Xi Shan then. I hope the next time we meet isn't because I've been brought in again."

After saying that, Ling Zhenfei turned around and walked out of the interrogation room, leaving the Forestry Bureau directly.

It was already evening when he stepped outside. He had indeed spent quite a while at the Forestry Bureau.

He first called Zhou Yun to report his safety; having been inside for such a long time, Zhou Yun was probably worried sick.

Seeing it was getting late, Ling Zhenfei hailed a cab toward the city center.

He had initially planned to go back to Yang Zixuan's place, but considering he would still have to sleep on the sofa and the potential for more awkward situations at night,

Ling Zhenfei decided it was better to head over early the next morning and took a cab to Liu Bingying's home instead.

Only at Liu Bingying's home could Ling Zhenfei truly relax. On the way there in the cab, he suddenly received a phone call, and upon checking the number, he saw it was an unfamiliar one.

After a moment's hesitation, he still answered. Upon picking up, he heard a girl's voice on the other end.

"Hello, is this Ling Zhenfei, Big Brother Ling?"

Ling Zhenfei found the girl's voice rather pleasant and somewhat familiar, yet he couldn't immediately think of who it was.

"Hello, who is this?"

"Big Brother Ling, it's Chu Yu." The girl on the other end sounded a bit nervous as she spoke.

Chu Yu? It surprised Ling Zhenfei that Chu Yu would call him; he had never expected her to reach out to him.

"Chu Yu, sister? Is there something you needed by calling me?"

Chu Yu seemed quite happy to hear Ling Zhenfei's response, "It's nothing important. My dad has been discharged from the hospital and he's been recovering well these past few days. Since you helped my dad so much, I wanted to invite you out to dinner as a thank you."

Ling Zhenfei was taken aback, as he heard Chu Yu say she wanted to take him out for dinner to thank him. Shouldn't it be Chu San who was offering thanks?

"You don't have to be so formal, just make sure your father gets plenty of rest. There's no need to invite me to dinner."

Chu Yu seemed a little unhappy with Ling Zhenfei's response, "Big Brother Ling, do you dislike eating with me?"

"Of course not. Will it just be the two of us?" asked Ling Zhenfei.

Chu Yu replied, "Yes, I wanted to invite you to dinner alone."

Ling Zhenfei was still somewhat surprised. Chu Yu wanted to invite him to dinner alone, and he couldn't fathom what her intentions were, but he didn't want to snub her either.

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