Chapter 213 New Progress
Captain Xi groaned inwardly and opened his mouth, but for a moment he didn't know how to respond.
The eyes of everyone around him were focused on him at this moment, and that scrutinizing look seemed to weigh a thousand pounds.
The anger in Chu Mingzhou's eyes had not dissipated much, and he was not moved by his embarrassment at all. "In addition, my wife was robbed by several gangsters yesterday, which caused her condition to worsen and she suffered irreversible damage. I have to settle this account with you.
If you do something wrong, you must be brave enough to take responsibility. Now the military and even the general public are watching this matter, and everyone is looking forward to a fair outcome. I believe that Commander Xi will not be vague, right? Otherwise, how can he convince the public? "
Captain Xi's Adam's apple rolled up and down. He knew very well that what Chu Mingzhou said was true, but it was absolutely impossible to ask him to admit to these charges!
After hesitating for a long time, Captain Xi gritted his teeth and said, "Captain Chu, I admit that I have failed in my duty in educating the younger generation and failed to correct Yingyue's wrong behavior in time. I have no choice but to take responsibility for this.
But when it comes to connivance and shielding, I, Xi Jianguo, swear to heaven that there is no such thing! Although Xia Xue is a relative of my daughter-in-law, I have no idea of the evil things she has done.
As soon as I found out, I immediately handed her over to the organization for disposal, just to show my determination to cooperate with the investigation, and I definitely did not cover up for her!"
After hearing this, everyone started to discuss in a low voice again, and some people felt that what Captain Xi said was sincere.
But most people understood what Chu Mingzhou had said and no longer fell for his tricks.
"So, you don't recognize it?"
Captain Xi didn't expect Chu Mingzhou to be so disrespectful and push people to this extent...
Beads of sweat appeared on his forehead, and he changed the subject to Lin Anan. "We will admit what we should admit, and we will never evade it! As for the shock Comrade Lin received, although it was not caused by our Xi family, there are also many connections. I am willing to make compensation as a token of my gratitude."
Chu Mingzhou snorted coldly, "Compensation? Can money make up for the injuries my wife suffered? She was already in poor health, and this disaster has made her condition even worse. If anything happens to her, can you take responsibility?"
Captain Xi was embarrassed, he wiped the sweat from his forehead, "Captain Chu, I know that words and money can't heal the trauma that Comrade Lin has suffered, but our Xi family is truly repentant now and wants to do our best to make amends.
In your opinion, in addition to financial compensation, what else can we do to make Comrade Lin feel better? Just speak up."
"Publish an apology in the newspaper."
"What?"
Chu Mingzhou's eyes were cold as he repeated word by word, "I want you to apologize in the newspaper. I want everyone to see that the Xi family is responsible for their actions, and that those who have been hurt can get a public explanation."
Captain Xi's face turned pale. In the military compound and even in the entire military region, the Xi family has always had some prestige. If they really apologized in the newspaper, their face would be completely lost.
But he looked at Chu Mingzhou's unquestionable expression and the condemning looks from the neighbors around him, and knew that there was no room for maneuver in this matter.
"Captain Chu, I... I understand. We will discuss it when we go back and do as you say." Captain Xi spoke with difficulty, bitterness in his voice.
Chu Mingzhou nodded, "I hope you can implement it as soon as possible! Also, regarding Xi Yingyue, the school has already made the decision to expel her. This is the punishment she deserves. She must reflect deeply on her behavior. If she bullies others again in the future, she will not be forgiven."
Head Xi quickly responded, "Yes, the school's handling of the matter is fair and reasonable, and we will not interfere any further. The Xi family will definitely take this as a warning and strengthen the moral education of the younger generation.
In addition... your spouse was frightened this time, and we are willing to bear the medical expenses. Please don't refuse again, after all, it's a big deal, otherwise I will feel bad."
"No need to pay for the medical expenses. Just in case, I need my wife to undergo a comprehensive examination. I will ask the hospital to issue you a certificate and receipt when the time comes."
"Okay, no problem."
Captain Xi doesn't know it yet, but the cost of inspecting a bunch of new instruments is astronomical!
Chu Mingzhou and Lin Anan never thought of asking him to take the responsibility, but he insisted on moving forward.
Afterwards, Gu Yan would write out a perfect checklist and check Lin Anan thoroughly, making him spend a lot of money.
At this time, the military district communicator rushed over, "Captain Chu, Commander Xi, and Commander Zheng asked the two of you to go to the military headquarters. They said there has been new progress in Xia Xue's case."
Just when Captain Xi had settled everything, something happened over there again!
His heart was lifted again, and he gave his daughter-in-law a fierce look, "You all go back first, Captain Chu and I will go there."
Xia Yu took Xi Yingyue's hand and quickly shrank behind her husband, nodding repeatedly.
Chu Mingzhou and Captain Xi followed the communicator to the military headquarters, and both of them remained silent along the way.
Captain Xi was worried, not knowing whether this new development would be a blessing or a curse for the Xi family. He secretly prayed that it would not lead to more scandals, otherwise the Xi family would never be able to hold their heads up in the military region.
Chu Mingzhou's thoughts were much simpler. He only wanted to seek justice for his young wife and would never let anyone escape blame by relying on their past prestige or the network of connections behind them.
When they arrived at the military headquarters, Commander Zheng was sitting behind his desk with a serious expression. When he saw the two people come in, he raised his hand and motioned for them to sit down.
"I called you here this time because there was a major breakthrough in Xia Xue's interrogation. She confessed that in addition to the criminals she contacted, there was also a middleman behind the scenes who was responsible for matchmaking, and this middleman was also involved in the resale of our country's cultural relics..."
After hearing all these words, Captain Xi felt a pain in his heart and he could hardly sit still.
How did you get involved with the antiquities dealers again?
Those that can be called cultural relics are all true national treasures, not as simple as the copper coins that Lin Anan heard at the dinner table.
"Thanks to Captain Chu's timely report, the troops have already sent people there. If this is true, Chu Mingzhou, you have done a great job."
Chu Mingzhou pursed his lips and didn't respond because he was also confused.
Captain Xi's face was pale, and his hands were shaking slightly. "Captain Zheng, I... I really didn't know. If I had known earlier, I would definitely not have tolerated it."
Commander Zheng looked at him with a sharp gaze, "Captain Xi, now is not the time for you to cry foul. The military region has decided that you should be suspended from your post and cooperate with the thorough investigation. You are not allowed to conceal anything. If you dare to cover up, you will bear the consequences yourself!"
Beads of sweat appeared on Captain Xi's forehead. He opened his mouth but was at a loss for words. After a while, he spoke with difficulty, "Yes, I will fully cooperate and will never cover up for you."
It’s over!
Captain Xi knew very well that he was really finished this time.
It's still a step late...
He glanced at Chu Mingzhou and understood everything.
It turns out that what he said was not a discussion, but a notification!
Chu Mingzhou never intended to let anyone go.
All the mistakes he made started with his lover getting hurt.
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