Nominal: My senior brothers are all big shots

Just as Qi Tongwei was trying to persuade Gao Yuliang,

At the Jingzhou International Conference Center, Lin Huahua, along with Zhou Zheng disguised as a driver, came to the party to keep an eye on Ding Yizhen. They discovered that Ding Yizhen had disappeared after receiving a phone call, and the two immediately panicked.

"Director Lu, something terrible has happened! Ding Yizhen has gone missing!" Lin Huahua immediately dialed Lu Yike's number, her voice filled with anxiety.

"Don't worry, what happened?" On the other end of the phone, Lu Yike was calm and asked Lin Huahua in detail.

"We saw Ding Yizhen answer a phone call and then disappear. We thought she went to the bathroom, so we didn't notice at first. By the time we realized it, Ding Yizhen was already gone," Lin Huahua explained.

"You two go to the men's and women's restrooms separately. If you can't find them, go to the hotel and open a room. I'll report to Chen Hai immediately," Lu Yike instructed.

"Understood!" After hanging up the phone, Lin Huahua immediately went to find it with Zhou Zheng.

Lu Yike reported to Chen Hai, and upon receiving the news, Chief Prosecutor Ji Changming immediately took Chen Hai to the International Conference Center to meet with Lu Yike and the others.

The news that Ding Yizhen might flee spread like wildfire within a specific circle in Handong Province.

Qi Tongwei, who was still in Gao Yuliang's study, received this emergency message at almost the same time.

Upon learning this, Gao Yuliang's face darkened, and he immediately ordered Qi Tongwei, "Tongwei, you immediately return to the provincial department to oversee the operation and fully cooperate with the procuratorate. Make sure you bring this person under control!"

"Yes, teacher, I understand!" Qi Tongwei didn't dare to delay and got up to leave.

On his way to the Provincial Public Security Bureau, Qi Tongwei was filled with doubts, and he couldn't wait to dial Lin Feng's number.

"Hey, Lao Qi, what's up?" Lin Feng asked lazily, having already fallen asleep by this time.

"Xiao Feng, there's something I need to report. I've received word that Ding Yizhen has escaped," Qi Tongwei said in a low voice, tinged with doubt.

"Escaped? Did you betray him?" Lin Feng asked in surprise. Lin Feng remembered telling Qi Tongwei not to have too much contact with Ding Yizhen and not to interfere in Ding Yizhen's affairs. How come Ding Yizhen still escaped?

"Xiao Feng, how is that possible? I'm wondering too. There was a briefing tonight, and only a few of us knew about it. How could Ding Yizhen have escaped?" Qi Tongwei was also puzzled. After Lin Feng's instructions, Qi Tongwei and Ding Yizhen had basically had no contact. Ding Yizhen's arrest had nothing to do with him.

There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone, followed by a low, enigmatic laugh from Lin Feng. "Heh... If it wasn't you, then this matter becomes interesting. It means there are others, perhaps even higher-ranking individuals, who don't want him to fall into the hands of the procuratorate. In a sense, his escape has temporarily cut off the direct leads pointing to the Zhao family, which might not be a bad thing for them."

"That's what I was thinking too." Qi Tongwei breathed a sigh of relief. "I'm on my way to the provincial department to oversee the arrest... So, shall I pretend to be part of the chase?"

"Okay, sure." Lin Feng's voice returned to its usual calm. "But you must be careful not to overdo it. You need to act convincingly, but not too hard. Contact me anytime there are new developments."

Qi Tongwei's car had just come to a stop in front of the Provincial Public Security Department building when his personal cell phone vibrated again. He glanced at the caller ID, his brows furrowing slightly. It was Zhao Ruilong.

Qi Tongwei took a deep breath and answered the phone.

"Brother Qi! My dear Brother Qi!" Zhao Ruilong's voice was filled with excitement and relief. "Have you heard? Ding Yizhen... Haha, he's gone! Gone cleanly and decisively!"

Qi Tongwei strode into his office, closed the door, and said in a serious, low voice, "Ruilong! Calm down! What time is it? Why are you still so happy? Let me tell you, the entire provincial police force is mobilized to arrest him!"

"Catch him? Where are you going to catch him?" Zhao Ruilong scoffed dismissively. "By now, he's probably already in heaven! Brother Qi, you're my own brother, tell me the truth, isn't it you...?"

"It wasn't me!" Qi Tongwei denied categorically, his tone tinged with anger. "Ruilong, I swear on my police uniform, I didn't pass him the message. I'm wondering about it myself!"

Zhao Ruilong on the other end of the phone paused for a moment, then laughed nonchalantly, "Who cares who it is! At least the result is good! Brother Qi, you should investigate and pursue them as needed. We have to keep things looking good, haha!"

Hearing Zhao Ruilong's smug words, Qi Tongwei felt a surge of unease. He said in a deep voice, "Ruilong, let me remind you, Ding Yizhen is only safe for now. You better behave yourself! Don't cause any more trouble lately, otherwise, no one can protect you!"

"Okay, okay, my dear Director Qi!" Zhao Ruilong replied casually. "Don't worry! Oh, and please thank Teacher Gao for me... oh no, this has nothing to do with Teacher Gao, haha, bye!"

Hearing the busy tone on the phone, Qi Tongwei's mood grew even heavier. Zhao Ruilong's stupidity and arrogance filled him with a sense of powerlessness and unease. He slumped back in his large office chair and rubbed his temples.

Just then, there was a knock on the office door.

"Come in."

The director of the director's office pushed open the door and respectfully reported, "Director Qi, Chief Prosecutor Ji Changming and Director Chen Hai of the Anti-Corruption Bureau have arrived at the command center. They hope you can go there personally to coordinate the deployment and pursuit of Ding Yizhen."

Qi Tongwei immediately composed himself, his face regaining the dignified and stern expression befitting a police chief. He stood up, straightened his uniform, and said, "Okay, I'll be right there."

Qi Tongwei strode toward the command center, his mind already switched to full-force pursuit mode.

As Lin Feng said, the play must be performed fully.

In Lin Feng's house, after hanging up the phone with Qi Tongwei, Lin Feng stood up, walked to the window, and looked at the deep night outside, a thoughtful smile playing on his lips. He muttered to himself, "The water is deeper than I imagined... Who could be the one who tipped me off? Li Dakang? Governor Liu? Or... someone higher up?"

The atmosphere in the provincial public security department's command center was tense. Technical investigators were working diligently on computers, with flight information and airport surveillance footage displayed on large screens.

Ji Changming, Chen Hai, Qi Tongwei, and several core cadres gathered together.

Chen Hai strode over from the communications station and slammed a newly received notice of assistance on the table. His chest heaved slightly as he struggled to suppress his anger. He stared at Ji Changming, his voice trembling with rage, "Chief Prosecutor, report! He's already in America! Right under our noses, he brazenly boarded a plane and flew away!"

Ji Changming's face instantly turned ashen, but he suppressed his turbulent emotions, looked sharply at Chen Hai, and said in a calm tone, "Chen Hai! What kind of attitude is this? The deed is done. Will banging on the table and throwing a tantrum bring Ding Yizhen back?"