Chapter 64: Smart Fubao
Fubao's words were like a small stone, accurately hitting the water that had just calmed down.
Shen Lingning felt a surge of heat rushing from the base of his neck straight up to his cheeks, it was incredibly hot.
She subconsciously wanted to lower her head to avoid her daughter's innocent gaze, but met Zhou Weiguo's eyes next to her.
His face shone red in the sunlight, and even the tips of his ears were stained with blood. It was a rare sight of disarray for a man who remained calm in the hail of bullets.
Their eyes met, and then they looked away quickly as if they had been electrocuted.
Fubao, who had gradually adapted to his identity as a baby, asked this question as a child, completely unaware of his parents' embarrassing situation.
He was still looking at the two of them with curiosity, waiting for Shen Lingning to respond.
What on earth were they doing?
Fortunately, someone came outside and interrupted the awkward minute.
“Tap, tap, tap.”
There was a clear knock on the door.
Zhou Weiguo cleared his throat, his voice still a little unnaturally hoarse: "Who?"
"Captain Zhou, it's me, Wang Dehai from the Security Department."
Section Chief Wang's calm voice came from outside the door.
Zhou Weiguo put down the axe, wiped the sweat from his face, smiled at Shen Lingning, pinched Fubao's chubby little face, and went out to greet him.
Section Chief Wang and a young clerk were standing outside the door. Both of them were wearing washed-out military uniforms and had serious expressions.
Section Chief Wang was holding a notebook in his hand, and the clerk was carrying a half-worn canvas briefcase.
"Chief Wang, please come in."
Zhou Weiguo stepped aside, and his voice returned to its usual calm.
Fubao was in Shen Lingning's arms, curiously poking his little head out to look at the person who came. He was sucking his little fingers unconsciously in his mouth, and his little brain was thinking quickly.
Section Chief Wang was a dark-faced man with a serious look, holding a notebook while working.
Zhou Weiguo invited them to sit inside the house, which was warmer than outside, but still simple.
Section Chief Wang nodded, his eyes lingering on Zhou Weiguo's hanging arm for a moment, before he walked into the house with his staff.
The room was not big, and was filled with a faint smell of kerosene, medicine, and a faint aroma of food.
Section Chief Wang didn't sit down, but stood in the middle of the room and got straight to the point:
"Captain Zhou, Comrade Shen, excuse me. Regarding Jiang Weiyi's case of inciting unrest and undermining the unity of military families, we have reached a preliminary conclusion after our investigation.
I came here today to first report the situation and secondly, I need Comrade Shen to confirm a few details and take notes."
Shen Lingning sat on the edge of the kang holding Fubao and quickly glanced at Zhou Weiguo standing beside her. She realized that this was the result of him asking the orderly Xiao Zhang to put pressure on her yesterday.
Section Chief Wang briefly described the investigation process, focusing on the testimonies of Li Jinhua, Wang Xiuqin and others, as well as the fact that many neighbors confirmed that Jiang Weiyi had repeatedly insulted Shen Lingning and Fubao.
"The chain of evidence is very clear..."
Section Chief Wang closed his notebook, his eyes sharp. "Jiang Weiyi's behavior is of a vile nature and has a very negative impact. The joint meeting of the base's Party Committee and the Women's Federation has reached a decision: expel Jiang Weiyi from his public office and issue a public criticism!"
When Shen Lingning heard the result, he tightened his grip on Fubao slightly, and a sense of relief that his grievances had been redressed surged in his heart, but his face remained calm.
Zhou Weiguo snorted heavily, with a cold light flashing in his eyes. He was not surprised by the result, but felt that it was not enough to satisfy him.
Section Chief Wang turned to Shen Lingning and said, "Comrade Shen, we still want to confirm Jiang Weiyi's specific words and actions when she first targeted you, especially the part where she pointed out your identity. This is very important for determining her source of information."
Shen Lingning immediately sat up straighter and repeated in a clear and steady voice:
"Chief Wang, I remember it very clearly. I had just arrived that day and got off the car holding Fubao.
Comrade Jiang Weiyi rode over on his bicycle, and his first words were: "Wow! I was wondering why there was such a commotion in the courtyard today. Turns out there are distinguished guests! Cars are coming to pick us up and drop us off. What a grand ceremony!"
If you don't know, you might think it's some leader's family visiting the grassroots.'"
Shen Lingning deliberately imitated Jiang Weiyi's raised tone at the time, and continued: "Then, when Comrade Xiao Li, who sent me here, said that I was Zhou Weiguo's relative, her expression immediately changed, and she repeatedly emphasized that Zhou Weiguo was not dead."
She paused, then looked at Section Chief Wang calmly: "Section Chief Wang, although I can think that it is her obsession with Zhou Weiguo that makes her firmly believe that Zhou Weiguo is not dead.
However, the certainty in her words made me wonder if she knew something?
Another thing is that later on there were rumors in the family compound that I had a relationship with the old leader, or even an affair. After checking, I found out that it was she who leaked the information and spread it.
She is just a staff member in the logistics department. How could she know so much about the situation of a new family member like me, especially when it involves the care of a superior like Chief Zhao?
This information should only be known to a very small number of leaders. How did she get it? Is there some unwarranted 'leak' behind this?
At this point, Zhou Weiguo looked up at Shen Lingning, obviously he was still unaware of the matter between the old leader and Shen Lingning.
Shen Lingning gave him a reassuring look, and Zhou Weiguo's brows relaxed and he continued to listen.
Section Chief Wang and the clerk took notes quickly, their expressions becoming even more solemn.
Shen Lingning's retelling not only confirmed Jiang Weiyi's words and deeds, but also accurately pointed out the core doubts again - the source of the information is unusual and may involve a leak!
This is much more serious than simple insults and incitement!
In fact, Shen Lingning knew that Jiang Weiyi had no such intentions, but Jiang Weiyi always made trouble in her peaceful life, which was too annoying. This time he even wanted to kill her and Fubao.
She couldn't bear it any longer!
Zhou Weiguo listened from the side, the anger in his heart was ignited even more fiercely by Shen Lingning's calm and powerful accusation, but at the same time, he also felt an indescribable pride and deeper heartache.
His Ling Ning is no longer the little girl who needed his protection.
Section Chief Wang said in a deep voice: "Comrade Shen, what you reported is very crucial! We will focus on tracking down the source of her information! Thank you for your cooperation!"
He motioned for the officer to take out the transcript and asked Shen Lingning to sign and fingerprint several key statements. The red ink left clear fingerprints on the rough paper.
After finishing the statement, Section Chief Wang stood up to say goodbye and glanced at Fubao who had been quietly lying in his mother's arms.
He pinched her fair little face, took out a red envelope wrapped in red paper and stuffed it into Fubao's hand: "Hello, Fubao, this is the first time uncle meets you, and this is a meeting gift for you."
Shen Lingning quickly waved his hand to refuse: "Hey, Chief Wang, you are too polite, how can this be..."
Zhou Weiguo smiled and stood up to thank Section Chief Wang: "Thank you, Section Chief Wang. Lingning, please accept it. It's also a kind gesture from Section Chief Wang."
Then he pinched Fubao's little hand and whispered to him, "Fubao, thank Uncle Wang quickly."
Fubao held the red envelope in his little hands, his eyes sparkled, and he clasped his fists and shook them. He looked so adorable with his chubby face.
Section Chief Wang's eyes widened instantly. He accidentally grasped Fubao's hand and said, "Oh, Fubao already knows thank you? No wonder everyone likes Fubao. How come you're so smart?"
When Zhou Weiguo heard Section Chief Wang praising Fubao, he couldn't help but smile on his usually serious face, and the corners of his mouth turned up.
The two security officers nearby were also shocked. They had never seen such a smart baby.
For a moment, I heard Section Chief Wang and Fubao talking in a yay-yay manner.
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