"So what? The dead can't be brought back to life! Are we supposed to exonerate Kong Liangce? Where would that leave the face of our Military Intelligence Department?" Ning Zhiheng was somewhat confused.
Just a few hours earlier, Wei Liangbi had been so arrogant and domineering, saying, "How could the Military Intelligence Bureau arrest the wrong person?" He was completely unruly and arrogant.
Now I'm worried that things might change, and the previous or subsequent behavior might be unacceptable.
Wei Liangbi returned to his seat and sat down, saying with a wry smile, "The problem is that Kong Liangce's identity is very problematic. His father-in-law is Han Xingchang, a member of the military government's executive committee."
Because the leader was furious, Han Xingchang tried his best to get things handled discreetly. He was given the reputation of dying in the line of duty for the murder.
However, Han Xingchang was a veteran in the military with high seniority, and although he no longer held military power, his influence remained, and this matter had always been a source of anxiety for him.
Our military intelligence department has always been a sword hanging over the heads of these military bigwigs. They have long been very resistant to the actions of the military intelligence department, but they dare not act recklessly because of the leader's suppression.
However, if this interrogation record is leaked, it will immediately cause a huge uproar. Han Xingchang will definitely use it to retaliate and attack our military intelligence department, and we might end up getting caught up in it too.
Ning Zhiheng and Shi Hong both changed their expressions, not expecting the situation to be so serious.
Shi Hong said somewhat nervously, "We don't seek merit, we just want to avoid mistakes. Let's just let this matter drop. That way we won't get involved!"
Ning Zhiheng disagreed: "Absolutely not. First of all, this interrogation record cannot be concealed. We deployed personnel to arrest active-duty officers. After reporting, we also notified the military through proper procedures. The interrogation records are also in the interrogation department. We can't possibly cover it up completely."
Most importantly, Huang Xiansheng leaked all the intelligence about the 11th Division completely. This matter is of great importance, and we must report it truthfully so that the military leadership can prepare for contingencies.
This matter concerns the future of the Party and the nation, and we cannot conceal it in the slightest. We are also soldiers of the Party and the nation; how can we forget national affairs for personal gain? This is the bottom line, and also a principle, which is beyond question!
"Such a serious matter has occurred; words alone are insufficient proof. We need witnesses and physical evidence for the higher-ups to believe us. Huang Xiansheng is a witness, and the interrogation records are physical evidence!"
At this point, Wei Liangbi nodded in agreement, and his appreciation for Ning Zhiheng reached a new level.
Ultimately, Kong Liangce's matter was a minor one. Moreover, the investigation at the time revealed that Kong Liangce, as the head of the logistics department, had embezzled huge sums of money through corrupt means. Even if he were executed, it wouldn't be an injustice.
However, corruption was rampant within the Kuomintang, especially in the Logistics Department, which was the most lucrative position. Everyone knew this but didn't, and took it for granted.
The important thing is that the serious leak of military intelligence of the 11th Division is a matter of national importance, and we cannot let personal mistakes ruin such a major event.
Most of the young soldiers of their generation are passionate young people who enroll in military academies to defend their country. They cannot waver in the slightest on fundamental principles.
Shi Hong nodded in agreement. He had been too hasty and had forgotten the magnitude of the matter at hand. He had been somewhat inconsiderate.
Wei Liangbi pondered for a long time, then suddenly laughed and said, "Being blinded by a leaf has actually made me somewhat flustered. Why hold onto trouble in my own hands? Why not just throw it away!"
Ning Zhiheng and Shi Hong both looked at him, wanting to hear what the team leader had to say. Wei Liangbi smiled and said, "The one who solved this case was Qian Zhong, the head of the intelligence team. He is the director's confidant and also from the same hometown."
He took over the case at the behest of the section chief. He must have been pressured by his superiors to make such a foolish move, using Kong Liangce as a scapegoat.
Now that such a huge blunder has occurred, there's no reason for us to take the blame for him. So, I'll go find Deputy Director Huang and have him communicate with the Director. If I'm not mistaken, Qian Zhong will definitely take over this case immediately.
As for what will happen in the future? We don't need to worry about that; we'll just have to see what he does.
Ning Zhiheng and Shi Hong thought it was a good idea.
As the investigator, Qian Zhong was the last person who wanted this matter to be exposed. Once it came to light, even though he was the director's close associate and fellow townsman, he couldn't protect him.
Although he had passed the trouble to someone else, Ning Zhiheng was still unhappy that after putting in so much effort to catch Huang Xiansheng, a big fish, he was about to hand the case over to someone else.
"Of course, we can't work for nothing. Deputy Director Huang will communicate with the Director, and we can't be left out of the credit. We're not orphans. The most important thing now is to hand over this hot potato!" Wei Liangbi patted Ning Zhiheng on the shoulder to comfort him.
He was afraid that Ning Zhiheng was young and impetuous, unable to distinguish between advantages and disadvantages, unable to let go of the credit he had gained, and unable to come to terms with the situation.
This junior's performance this time was truly amazing. Fresh out of school, in just over ten days, he personally captured two Japanese spies.
He outshone everyone else. To be honest, the military intelligence department only caught a few Japanese spies that year!
Talent is rare, but what's even rarer is what those words just said—the words of a passionate young man who is willing to risk his life and never give up his principles.
This greatly increased Wei Liangbi's sense of identification with Lin Zhiheng and made him pay more attention to Ning Zhiheng's feelings.
"Don't worry, team leader. I know what's important. I'll stay as far away from this kind of thing as possible. But we can't ask for too little. To be honest, I still owe the brother who gave me the clue a large reward. It's not a small amount. I can't just pay that out of my own pocket!" Ning Zhiheng knew that if he insisted on continuing, he might get himself into trouble. He was cautious and didn't want to get involved in this mess easily.
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