novelraw Chapter 720 : Secured
Chapter 720 : Secured
Chapter 720: Secured
After witnessing Ma Xiaoshuai get into the police car, Chen Fan took out his phone and made a call.
"Hello, Old Chen?"
Yan Qing on the other end of the line seemed to be outdoors, with the roaring sound of engines in the background. This guy was probably out playing with cars again.
"What a rare guest. You actually called me on your own initiative."
Chen Fan got straight to the point without beating around the bush.
"There's something I might need your help with."
Yan Qing cursed jokingly, "Damn, I knew you wouldn't call me unless you needed something."
Chen Fan chuckled, "Can't help it. I don't dare to casually disturb a big shot like you when there's nothing important."
"Get lost! Just say what you need to say."
So Chen Fan explained the situation from beginning to end.
Yan Qing on the other end of the line was silent for two seconds before speaking seriously.
"Old Chen, I'm afraid I can't help you with this."
"You understand my position. It might look glamorous on the surface, but there are actually countless people watching my every move behind the scenes."
"If some people catch wind of this and use it to attack my old man, I'll be finished."
Chen Fan said helplessly, "Brother Qing, please try to think of something. In his situation, anyone would find it unbearable."
"Moreover, his father died. He was killed by these people's setup. No one could tolerate that."
Yan Qing fell silent again.
Chen Fan had to say, "If you help me with this favor, consider it a debt I owe you. If you ever need my help in the future, I won't hesitate."
A sigh came from the other end of the line.
"Ah, only for you."
"Alright. I'll make a call and ask around."
Chen Fan quickly said, "Thanks. I owe you one."
"Forget it. Next time you have a chance, remember to take me to see Wen Wan and Jackie Chan."
Chen Fan laughed, "That's probably not possible anymore. The movie has finished filming."
"It's finished?" Yan Qing sounded excited, "When will it be released? Get me a few premiere tickets when the time comes."
"No problem."
"By the way, that girl Tong Yao has been telling me that you wrote a song for her, and she even recorded a demo, saying it sounds very good. What's going on? How come you're writing songs for her?"
Chen Fan couldn't help but laugh. It seemed that Tong Yao couldn't resist going to Yan Qing to show off after recording the song.
"It's a long story. I'll tell you in person next time we meet."
"Alright. When are you coming back? It's been a while since we hung out. Let's get together when you're back."
"No problem."
After hanging up the phone, Chen Fan let out a long breath.
He didn't expect Yan Qing to directly influence the handling of this case. He just needed to turn it into a normal traffic accident where Ma Xiaoshuai was driving normally and hit the drunk-driving Boss Liu.
Seeing that Chen Fan had finished his call, Luo Wenjie came over.
"What should we do now?"
"Let's find a place to stay first. We'll wait for news."
So the group had to find a hotel to stay in.
Meanwhile, Song Linlin called. Chen Fan didn't dare tell her what happened, only saying that he had met Ma Xiaoshuai and would be back soon.
After hanging up, Chen Fan shook his head helplessly.
He glanced at Luo Wenjie beside him, "Got any cigarettes?"
Luo Wenjie took out a pack and handed Chen Fan a cigarette.
The two lit up, and Luo Wenjie asked, "Will Xiaoshuai be okay?"
Chen Fan shook his head, "Let's wait for news."
Luo Wenjie frowned and asked, "What about his family?"
"Xiaoshuai doesn't seem to have many relatives, and now his father is gone. There's a lot to deal with, and Song Linlin is just a girl..."
Chen Fan suddenly said, "How about this, if Xiaoshuai still can't get out by tomorrow morning, you go back first. Help Song Linlin deal with the funeral arrangements. I'll stay here and keep an eye on Xiaoshuai."
"Okay."
They waited anxiously like this all night. The next morning, just as Chen Fan was about to impatiently call Yan Qing again, his phone rang.
Seeing it was an unknown number, Chen Fan quickly answered.
"Hello?"
"Old Chen. It's me."
Chen Fan's eyes lit up, "Xiaoshuai? How is it?"
"I'm out. Where are you guys?"
"Don't come here. We'll pick you up."
Chen Fan hung up and gave Luo Wenjie and Feng Pojun a look. The group hurriedly drove over.
Ma Xiaoshuai was standing at the entrance of the police station. His phone was still in the car, so he had borrowed the police station's landline to make the call earlier.
As soon as they met, Chen Fan immediately asked, "How's the situation?"
Ma Xiaoshuai looked back and said in a low voice, "Boss Liu didn't die, but he lost a leg in surgery last night. They said it will be treated as a traffic accident case."
Then he looked at Chen Fan, "Old Chen, thanks."
Chen Fan knew that Yan Qing's call had worked.
He now owed him a big favor.
He patted Ma Xiaoshuai's shoulder.
"Alright. Let's talk more when we get back. Don't ever be so reckless again in the future."
Ma Xiaoshuai nodded and got into the car with them.
After getting in, Luo Wenjie started the car and turned to look at the back seat.
"I've already had someone keep an eye on that Brother Scar who led the trouble."
"Don't worry. As long as he dares to show his face, I'll help you get revenge."
Then he didn't forget to criticize Ma Xiaoshuai.
"You usually seem so smart, how did you become so stupid this time?"
"How could you do something like this yourself?"
"If you have money, isn't it better to find someone to get revenge for you instead of doing it yourself?"
Ma Xiaoshuai lowered his head and remained silent.
After last night's experience, it was as if he had walked the line between life and death.
He had gained new insights into many things.
Chen Fan said, "When you get back, make sure to comfort Song Linlin properly. She really shouldered a lot this time."
"Song Linlin is a good girl. You two have truly experienced hardship together this time."
"Don't ever let her down."
Ma Xiaoshuai nodded.
The phone in Chen Fan's pocket rang. He took it out and looked.
It was Guo Wendong calling.
"Boss, we've secured it."
"Good. I got it."
"Boss, Mayor Tong doesn't seem very happy today."
Chen Fan felt a bit frustrated, "I know. I'll find a chance to explain to him in person when I get back."
"All your upcoming work should focus on the shantytown area. First, draft a detailed relocation compensation plan and subsequent reconstruction planning diagram, then submit the report."
"Understood."
Just as he hung up, another call came in.
This time it was Gao Zengping from the Yunhai Chamber of Commerce.
As soon as the call connected, Gao Zengping joked, "Congratulations, Mr. Chen."
Chen Fan smiled, "Congratulations to you too."
Chen Fan had already invited Chairman Gao to join this project, which was certainly a joyous occasion for both of them.
"Mr. Chen, you really have nerves of steel. How could you not attend such an important meeting in person today?"
Chen Fan laughed bitterly, "It's not that I didn't want to go. I really couldn't be in two places at once. Something urgent came up, and I'm out of town right now."
"Haha, when are you coming back? I've prepared a table of good wine and food. We should have a proper celebration then."
Chen Fan smiled, "Let's talk about it when I get back. The mayor's office is urging me to meet with them too."
"Haha, congratulations Mr. Chen. You're now considered a favored person in the mayor's eyes."
They exchanged pleasantries for a few more sentences before finally hanging up.
Several more calls came in successively, all from local bosses in Yunhai, many of whom Chen Fan had met through the Yunhai Chamber of Commerce.
Some offered congratulations, some hinted at potential cooperation. Chen Fan thanked them all and dealt with the conversations politely.
Seeing Chen Fan handle these bosses so skillfully, Luo Wenjie, who was driving, couldn't help but sigh.
"Ah, sometimes I really doubt if we're the same age."
"Why does it feel like we're just useless in front of you, Old Chen?"
After dealing with the last phone call, Chen Fan looked up at Luo Wenjie.
"Brother Jie, your greatest strength is having a clear self-awareness."
Ma Xiaoshuai kept his head down, thinking about how well Chen Fan was doing now, and then about his own actions last night.
He suddenly felt that he had lived such a failure of a life.