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Zhao Xiaosheng nodded. "Yes, it was him too. He said that the country is now strictly controlling rare minerals, but the market demand is huge and the profit margin is very considerable. He asked me to use some shell companies, under the guise of legitimate trade, to transport rare minerals out of the country."
"They also introduced me to several people with connections in the customs and mining sectors, which made things easier for me."
Lin Yunfei 0.7 took notes while pondering the connections between these pieces of information. He knew that if these crimes were proven, Zhao Lichun would also face severe legal punishment. "Besides these, were there any other illegal or criminal acts instigated by Zhao Lichun?"
Zhao Xiaosheng hesitated for a moment, "There are also some... some bribery and corruption cases, but I handled most of them. He only occasionally mentioned to make sure things were done well, but he didn't ask about the specific details."
Lin Yunfei closed the notebook and said seriously, "Zhao Xiaosheng, we will verify everything you said. We hope you will continue to cooperate with our investigation and truthfully explain all the issues. If we find that you have concealed anything or made false statements, you will not be able to bear the consequences."
Zhao Xiaosheng nodded hurriedly, "I understand, I will definitely tell the truth, I only ask that you give me a chance to be treated leniently."
...
That evening, Lin Yunfei didn't forget to keep in touch with his wife, Zhao Lan. Every day after finishing work, he would take some time to call Zhao Lan, ask about her and the children, and share his work progress.
"Lanlan, everything is fine here, so don't worry. You and the children need to take good care of yourselves at home, and wait for me to come back," Lin Yunfei said gently on the phone.
Zhao Lan smiled and replied, "Don't worry, Yunfei. My child and I are both fine. You should also take care of yourself and not overwork yourself."
223. The cabinet held an emergency meeting overnight and arrested Zhao Lichun.
223. The cabinet held an emergency meeting overnight and arrested Zhao Lichun.
Lin Yunfei immediately organized Zhao Xiaosheng's statement, personally made it into a video and PPT, and then sent it to Zhao Mengsheng, who was far away in Beijing, using his own laptop.
"Dad, I'm sorry to bother you so late."
"I have just returned to Handong, to the Armed Police Brigade in Changwu. Zhao Lichun's cousin, Zhao Xiaosheng, has finally confessed and identified the perpetrator from ten years ago."
“At a family gathering, Zhao Lichun ordered him to smuggle rare earth minerals, sell drugs, and smuggle weapons.”
Lin Yunfei took a deep breath and continued, "Zhao Xiaosheng gave a detailed account of how the entire smuggling network operated, including the ports involved, transportation routes, and coded messages for the meetings. He also provided evidence of direct contact with Zhao Lichun, including several undestroyed emails and a secret recording."
"This evidence is enough to expose Zhao Lichun's crimes. Dad, what do you think we should do next?" Lin Yunfei's voice was filled with determination and anticipation.
Zhao Mengsheng's voice was steady and powerful: "Very good, Yunfei. You have completed the task your grandfather entrusted to you."
"I've turned on my computer and am receiving your video and PowerPoint presentation..."
"Well, you shouldn't act rashly for now. Our cabinet will... hold a meeting tonight."
"The evidence against Zhao Lichun for these 19 illegal and criminal acts is sufficient to arrest him."
"Remember, Zhao Xiaosheng cannot die. He must live."
“I understand, Dad. I will put Zhao Xiaosheng in solitary confinement in the Handong Military Region.”
Lin Yunfei nodded, slowly stood up, and walked to the blinds. He looked at the fireflies being sold outside the blinds, and heard the croaking of frogs in his ears.
The night grew increasingly quiet.
Zhao Mengsheng nodded: "Yes, this is the safest way. Within the military region, it's impossible for anyone to engage in assassinations or poisoning."
"Dad, you should get some rest."
After saying that, Lin Yunfei hung up the phone.
...
Within the red walls of the capital city.
Cabinet, duty room.
The five senior officials arrived here, yawning.
"Mengsheng, what exactly happened?" Wu Ge was old and his hair was gray.
Zhao Mengsheng, with a serious expression, turned on his computer and began projecting.
"Everyone, take a look. This person is Zhao Lichun's cousin, named Zhao Xiaosheng."
Zhao Mengsheng showed the videos and PPTs sent by Lin Yunfei to the other elders one by one. "Zhao Xiaosheng has confessed in detail to Zhao Lichun's crimes, including a series of serious crimes such as smuggling rare earth minerals, drug trafficking, and arms smuggling. He also provided the operation mode of the smuggling network, relevant evidence, and records of direct contact with Zhao Lichun."
The five elders' expressions gradually became solemn. They carefully examined each piece of evidence on the projection, occasionally whispering and discussing amongst themselves.
“The evidence is irrefutable, and Zhao Lichun’s crimes can no longer be concealed,” Zhao Mengsheng said in a deep voice. “We must take immediate action to bring him to justice.”
Grand Secretary Wu nodded, a resolute glint in his eyes. "Meng Sheng is right. We cannot allow such criminals to continue to roam free. The cabinet should immediately convene an emergency meeting to discuss specific plans for arresting Zhao Lichun."
The other four elders also expressed their agreement, knowing that this night would be another sleepless one.
But they are willing to do anything for the rule of law and justice in this empire.
That evening, the Five Military Commissions and the Imperial City Garrison Command simultaneously received orders from the Cabinet.
They mobilized troops to surround the Beidaihe nursing home from four directions.
This is Zhao Lichun's residence.
In the darkness of night, elite troops quietly set out, their figures appearing particularly solemn under the dim streetlights.
The generals of the Five Military Command personally led the team, fully aware of the importance of this operation, and that no detail could be overlooked.
The agents of the City Emperor Division had already infiltrated the area around the nursing home, with robotic dogs infiltrating and drones taking off to closely monitor Zhao Lichun's every move, ensuring that he would not get any information before the arrest operation began.
Armored vehicles from the Beijing Garrison roared through the streets, drawing stares from passersby. Unbeknownst to them, behind this deafening noise lay a contest concerning the rule of law and justice. The troops swiftly deployed a tight net around the Beidaihe nursing home, ensuring Zhao Lichun had nowhere to escape.
Meanwhile, in the cabinet's duty room, the five cabinet members were still nervously discussing the arrest plan. They knew that Zhao Lichun had been in politics for many years and his influence was deeply entrenched; if the arrest operation went wrong even slightly, it could lead to unpredictable consequences. Therefore, they had to ensure that every step was foolproof.
"We must ensure the suddenness of the operation, leaving Zhao Lichun no time to react," Zhao Mengsheng said in a deep voice, his eyes revealing determination and resolve.
The five elders nodded in agreement. They knew that tonight, they would witness a turning point in history.
As the troops gradually approach the Beidaihe nursing home, a contest that will determine the future of the empire is about to begin.
The troops were like ghosts in the night, silent yet carrying an unstoppable momentum.
The generals of the Five Military Commands held walkie-talkies and constantly relayed the latest instructions to ensure that every soldier understood his or her mission.
With their superb camouflage skills, the agents of the City Emperor Division perfectly blended into the environment surrounding the nursing home. Robot dogs nimbly darted between the bushes and buildings, transmitting the collected information back to the command center in real time. Drones hovered high in the sky, capturing every corner of the nursing home with high-definition cameras.
Armored vehicles from the Beijing Garrison formed a solid defensive line around the nursing home, with soldiers on board fully focused and ready to respond to any emergencies that might arise.
At this moment, Zhao Lichun, who was in the nursing home, was completely unaware of the impending danger. He was sitting on the sofa in the living room, leisurely watching TV, occasionally picking up the teacup on the table and taking a sip of Wuyi Mountain pre-Qingming Longjing tea.
In the cabinet's duty room, five cabinet members sat around a conference table, their eyes fixed on a map of the area surrounding the Beidaihe nursing home hanging on the wall.
Zhao Mengsheng pointed to the key locations on the map and reiterated the key points of the operation: "All units must strictly follow the predetermined plan to ensure that while capturing Zhao Lichun, unnecessary casualties are minimized to the greatest extent possible."
Grand Secretary Wu stroked his white beard and said, "This operation is of great importance, and we must ensure that it goes perfectly. We must also prepare in advance for any possible resistance from Zhao Lichun's cronies."
The other elders echoed their sentiments, knowing full well that this arrest was not merely a trial of Zhao Lichun personally, but a defense of the rule of law and justice throughout the empire.
As time went on, the troops drew closer to the nursing home. Suddenly, the voice of the frontline commander came through the walkie-talkie: "Report, we have reached the designated position and are requesting further instructions."
Zhao 573 Mengsheng picked up the walkie-talkie and decisively ordered: "Operation begin!"
In an instant, the once quiet area around the nursing home became bustling with activity. Soldiers from the Five Armies Commandery rushed towards the nursing home like tigers descending a mountain.
The agents of the City Emperor's Division emerged from various hiding places to cooperate with the soldiers in the capture.
Armored vehicles from the Beijing Garrison Command also slowly advanced, creating a powerful deterrent.
The secretary and driver inside the nursing home heard the commotion outside and were about to come out to check when they were quickly subdued by the agents.
The soldiers rushed into the living room where Zhao Lichun was. When Zhao Lichun saw the soldiers suddenly appear, his face showed shock and anger. He stood up and shouted, "What do you want? I am..." Before he could finish speaking, he was restrained by the soldiers.
"Zhao Lichun, you are suspected of multiple serious crimes, including smuggling rare earth minerals, drug trafficking, and arms smuggling. We are now arresting you in accordance with the law," a general from the Five Military Commands, dressed in a silver-gray military uniform, said solemnly.
Zhao Lichun struggled and tried to resist, but he was completely unable to move under the soldiers' strong control.
Meanwhile, in the cabinet's duty room, the five cabinet members watched the live video feed of Zhao Lichun's successful arrest. Relief smiles appeared on their faces; their efforts throughout the night had finally yielded results.
Zhao Mengsheng stood up and said, "The success of this operation is the result of everyone's joint efforts. Next, we will try Zhao Lichun in accordance with the law and make him pay the price for his crimes."
With Zhao Lichun being escorted onto an armored vehicle, this contest concerning the future of the empire has temporarily come to an end.
224. Zhao Ruilong fled to the United States, and the Zhao family was left with no way out.
224. Zhao Ruilong fled to the United States, and the Zhao family was left with no way out.
Zhao Lichun was arrested by the Five Military Commands, the Beijing Garrison Military Region, and the City Guard.
However, after searching the villa where Zhao Lichun lived, the soldiers of the Beijing Garrison Command did not find any trace of his son, Zhao Ruilong.
General Fu Jun of the Beijing Garrison Command sensed the seriousness of the situation and personally called Zhao Mengsheng.
"Grand Secretary Zhao, there is something I need to report to you..."
Zhao Mengsheng's voice was steady and powerful: "General Fu, what's the urgent matter?"
"Zhao Ruilong has disappeared. We suspect he may have fled the country with important intelligence," General Fu Jun said slowly and in a deep voice.
"Immediately activate the emergency plan, block all exit routes, and find Zhao Ruilong as quickly as possible. This matter concerns national security, and there can be no negligence whatsoever." Zhao Mengsheng's tone was firm, fully aware of the seriousness of the situation.
There's an old saying: "If you don't cut the weeds at the root, they'll grow back in the spring breeze." We need to see if the problem has been solved in a new guise, and whether the prescription has the effect of curing the disease and saving lives.
If Zhao Ruilong gets away, things will get complicated.
The other party will definitely retaliate.
His own grandson had just been born. This was a descendant of the Lin and Zhao families.
Zhao Ruilong has a top Southeast Asian assassin, Spotted Tiger, kept at his side for a long time. Spotted Tiger is agile and ruthless; if Zhao Ruilong were to join forces with him, the consequences would be unimaginable.
After receiving the order, General Fu Jun acted swiftly. He immediately mobilized the elite forces of the Beijing Garrison to tightly control all possible exit routes, leaving no suspicious person unchecked.
On the one hand, we contacted other relevant departments to share information and coordinate operations.
At the same time, the Five Military Commands and the City Guard also joined the tense search operation.
The Five Military Command mobilized a large number of intelligence personnel to conduct a comprehensive investigation of the people Zhao Ruilong might have come into contact with and the places he might have visited, in an attempt to find his whereabouts from the slightest clues.
The Imperial City Guard used its unique investigative methods to conduct searches in all administrative districts and counties of the capital, with 100 drones taking to the skies to leave no possible hiding place unchecked.
The entire city of Beijing seemed to be shrouded in an invisible net, with all possible routes out of the country being closely monitored.
At key locations such as airports, ports, and border crossings, large numbers of fully armed soldiers and staff are meticulously checking every person passing through. Inside the city, patrol teams are also patrolling every street and residential area, leaving no suspicious corner unchecked.
In this tense manhunt, everyone felt the urgency and importance of the situation.
Netizens posted messages asking what happened.
However, Zhao Mengsheng gave the order. The network experts of the City Emperor Division immediately created 404 errors on all major self-media websites.