Official Career Storm-Chapter 1409

Watching Fan Jie leave, Song Guanchao turned and greeted Shu Xue.

As he entered the office, he left behind a casual "No need for tea," and closed the door behind him.

"It’s settled."

Song Guanchao sat down and briefly recounted what had happened earlier.

Wu Qiangwei’s face relaxed significantly.

When it doesn’t involve herself, she can analyze and respond calmly.

But when it concerns her own matters, and especially former classmates, it’s very hard for her to mercilessly send them to prison.

Song Guanchao’s solution was much gentler, placing all the blame solely on Fan Jie, while letting others involved off lightly.

Although ultimately, Fan Jie wasn’t sent inside, the issue was resolved rather perfectly.

Wu Qiangwei asked, "What are you planning to do with him?"

She knows Song Guanchao well enough; with his personality, he wouldn’t just let Fan Jie go easily.

"Haven’t quite decided yet."

Song Guanchao shook his head.

Retaliation is certain, but without understanding Fan Jie’s situation, talking about revenge is meaningless.

Wu Qiangwei nodded and said, "Let’s grab something to eat before heading back."

Seeing his wrinkled clothes and messy hair, she knew he had come straight from completing his paperwork.

Coincidentally, it was time for lunch, so she asked Shu Xue to bring over two meals.

Song Guanchao didn’t stand on ceremony with her and devoured the meal.

After eating and drinking to his fill, as he was about to leave, Wu Qiangwei suddenly asked, "Tell me, how was it resolved?"

Song Guanchao blinked and offered the excuse he had prepared earlier: "You might not believe it."

"Quit the suspense."

"Haha." Song Guanchao said, "I have someone backing me."

"Who?"

"Governor Lu."

"Lu Zhizhong?"

This answer was quite unexpected for her.

But upon careful thought, it could be plausible.

As Governor, his power is immense.

If the Governor personally intervened, the Consulate would surely give face.

However... 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

The Consulate’s reaction seemed overly intense to her.

"What’s wrong?" Facing her confusion, Song Guanchao questioned back, as if oblivious.

Wu Qiangwei said, "The consulate’s attitude seems a bit odd."

"What’s their attitude?"

"The Consulate issued a notice, voluntarily taking on the responsibility and even sent Jin Yongjun to the police station to surrender."

Song Guanchao timely showed a shocked expression: "The Governor is this powerful?"

Wu Qiangwei shook her head, looking even more puzzled: "It’s not about the Governor being impressive. Typically, if a Governor steps in, the Consulate might give face, but not to this extent."

She actually meant to say this matter has exceeded the usual authority a Governor should possess.

More like some higher figure intervened.

"Could Lu Zhizhong have someone behind him?"

Song Guanchao, pretending wisely, analyzed thoughtfully: "I was puzzled at first why he suddenly became Governor. Originally, I thought Secretary Gao casually picked someone, but now it seems that’s not the case."

"Lu Zhizhong certainly has someone behind him! And it’s a significant figure!"

Song Guanchao concluded decisively, hammering down the point!

Wu Qiangwei instinctively nodded along, relatively agreeing with his analysis.

"Governor Lu indeed hides his connections well."

Song Guanchao changed his tone, sighing deeply, as if wanting to clearly unveil the truth.

Wu Qiangwei said, "Governor Lu helped you this time. If he doesn’t mention it, you shouldn’t probe further."

"I understand." Song Guanchao chuckled inwardly, waiting for just those words.

This issue was considered over; Wu Qiangwei wouldn’t suspect him.

A reasonable person wouldn’t think it came from him.

He’s just a secretary, could he have such capabilities?

This clearly defies logic.

Song Guanchao wasn’t deliberately keeping secrets, but he just couldn’t speak.

The Minister Zhang from Korea’s Foreign Affairs respects him due to his past identity in the army.

But his military identity is confidential and can’t be disclosed.

Moreover, saying it wouldn’t do any good.

Such identity and relationships he built then, once used, would deplete gradually.

But this was enough.

At least this time, it provided Lu Zhizhong with a mysterious background.

For a long time ahead, hardly anyone would dare to provoke Lu Zhizhong.

While Song Guanchao, backed by Governor Lu with an enigmatic background, could also avoid many troubles.

Leaving the office, Song Guanchao went home, took a shower, and leaned back on the couch, dialing Wen Ru’s number.

"Political Commissioner Wen, busy now?"

"You’re out?" Wen Ru had been following Song Guanchao’s situation, contemplating various solutions.

But this time he offended the Consulate, her connections couldn’t be of help.

She thought Song Guanchao had hit a dead end, unexpectedly, the Consulate backed down first.

The specifics intrigued her.

"Yeah, I’m out." Song Guanchao said, "Help me look into someone."

"Who?"

"Fan Jie."

"Alright."

This was Wen Ru’s strength.

Song Guanchao’s requests were met without a word, nor did she question out of curiosity.

Elsewhere.

In the Consulate, Cui Shibin and others were already boarding the flight back to Korea.

Temporarily, Zhao Guangxian served as the Acting Consul General.

He efficiently arranged a series of tasks, then drafted a list and sent it to Secretary Huang.

Time quickly reached Friday.

The personnel Zhao Guangxian arranged were approved, and a batch of new consular members arrived in Jiangzhou City early in the morning, assuming their roles.

The Consulate resumed normal operations.

Zhao Guangxian wasn’t sure how long this "Acting" prefix would stay; he planned to achieve more during this period to demonstrate his capabilities to Minister Zhang.

He decided to visit the Provincial Government on Monday to pay respect to Governor Lu.

...

Weekend.

In a private restaurant, Song Guanchao and Lu Zhizhong were dining.

"When do you plan to act against Zhang Yan?" Lu Zhizhong casually asked.

Their conversation felt unusually familiar, more harmonious than before.

The measures Song Guanchao showcased this time shocked Lu Zhizhong.

That was the South Korea Consulate!

He was still curious about how Song Guanchao achieved it.

After pondering deeply, he thought there must be someone backing Song Guanchao.

And this person’s power certainly wouldn’t be any less than his.

Song Guanchao said, "Still waiting, no opportunity visible presently."

Zhang Yan isn’t a small-time person like Fan Jie.

Bringing her down requires exceptionally strong measures.

Moreover, Song Guanchao aims for utter downfall, not just demotion.

Accomplishing this requires higher assurance.

Without absolute certainty, Song Guanchao preferred to wait.

Song Guanchao added, "The Consulate will likely visit you in the coming days."

Lu Zhizhong felt intrigued and nodded, "Got it."

Just as he finished speaking, his phone rang.

An unknown number.

He didn’t hesitate to answer in front of Song Guanchao: "Hello, I’m Lu Zhizhong."

"Hello, Governor Lu, I’m Zhao Guangxian, the acting Consul General at the Korea Consulate."

Listening to the identity, Lu Zhizhong glanced at Song Guanchao.

After a two-minute call, Lu Zhizhong put down the phone and said, "The Consulate will visit me Monday morning."

Song Guanchao casually remarked, "It’s rare to shine in front of others, make sure not to waste this chance."

Lu Zhizhong chuckled softly, knowing well what to do without reminders.