I slept with my sister's classmate, and she turned out to be my boss.

Monday morning meeting.

Hu Yuheng arrived a few minutes earlier than usual.

She sat at the head of the conference table and waited until everyone had arrived before speaking:

"Today, let me introduce a new comrade. Zhou Haibo, who was transferred from another department of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection to support the special task force. Let's get to know each other."

Zhou Haibo stood up and nodded to everyone.

He looked to be in his early forties, wearing a dark jacket, with neatly combed hair, a friendly smile on his face, and a polite tone.

"Hello everyone, I am Zhou Haibo."

Previously, I worked in the case review office, so I am quite familiar with the review and investigation process.

It is my honor to be able to participate in this case in the task force.

Please continue to take care of me in the future.

He finished speaking, smiled again, and then sat down.

Hu Yuheng added a few more points:

"Comrade Zhou Haibo had accumulated a wealth of experience in the case hearing room."

Due to some special circumstances, the workload for our case has increased dramatically.

After careful consideration, the leadership decided to add one more person to our task force.

Everyone's assigned tasks remain the same; Zhou Haibo will first familiarize himself with the case files, and adjustments will be made later as needed.

Chen Dapeng sat at the back of the conference table, his gaze fixed on Zhou Haibo.

He paid closer attention when he heard the words "case hearing room"—

The workflow of the trial room mainly involves handling case materials that have already been verified, which is quite different from the current stage of clue discovery.

However, he didn't think much of it.

It's normal for new people to join the task force.

After the meeting, Chen Dapeng returned to the task force office and continued to organize the materials related to the line with Zhao Zhengping's signature.

Zhou Haibo was seated in the empty seat next to Liu Chang.

He is currently reviewing the first batch of case files assigned to him—materials related to Yang Xiujiang's confession.

……

Zhou Haibo worked at the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection for a long time and was indeed very experienced.

He quickly adapted to the working rhythm of the task force.

He doesn't talk much, but he's efficient in his work.

The materials assigned to him were always completed on time, clearly marked, and without any unnecessary problems.

Liu Chang said to Wang Zhi in private:

The new guy is pretty efficient.

Wang Zhi nodded: "Those who come from the trial room are indeed familiar with the specifications of the materials."

But Chen Dapeng noticed a small detail.

The next afternoon.

When he went to the filing cabinet to retrieve the materials, he saw Zhou Haibo looking through Zeng Zhiyuan's case file.

He turned to the pages about the "Shuiyunjian" club and stopped to look at them for a long time.

It took significantly longer than watching other parts.

He didn't make any marks or copy anything; he just flipped to that spot, paused for a moment, and then flipped to the next page.

Chen Dapeng didn't say anything at the time, and went over to get his materials.

He didn't tell anyone about it, but wrote it down on a blank page in his notebook:

The words "Zhou Haibo - Shuiyunjian - Follow" are displayed.

Then I closed the notebook and continued with my work.

He told himself it might just be a coincidence—

The Shuiyun Club is a key part of the case file; anyone who sees it will linger there for a while.

But he still decided to keep an eye on it.

……

That evening, Chen Dapeng arranged to meet Lin Chen at a quiet bar in the provincial capital.

Lin Chen arrived ten minutes late.

After entering, I glanced around and saw Chen Dapeng sitting in the corner. I walked over, draped my coat over the back of the chair, and sat down.

"Why did we meet here? Don't you usually like barbecue and beer?"

Chen Dapeng moved his wine glass to the side.

"I have something important to discuss with you."

Seeing his serious expression, Lin Chen dropped her joking tone:

"What is it?"

Have you heard of Zhao Zhengping's daughter, Zhao Yike?

Lin Chen thought for a moment: "The governor's daughter?"

Chen Dapeng nodded: "Yes. She has some business connections in the provincial capital. I'm investigating a fund flow that's related to a company under her name. I need to understand the situation of her company, the more specific the better."

Lin Chen leaned back in his chair, picked up his wine glass but didn't drink it. After thinking for a moment, he spoke:

"The governor's daughter has been doing business in the provincial capital for many years, but not many people in her circle know her."

She is usually very low-key and rarely attends public events. Her name cannot be found in the business registration information of the companies under her name, suggesting that they are likely held by nominees.

Chen Dapeng asked:

"Could you help me check?"

Lin Chen paused for a moment:

"Helping you gather evidence again?"

Chen Dapeng nodded:

"right."

This time, Lin Chen didn't agree as readily as before, but hesitated for a moment:

"She is the governor's daughter, unlike the people I investigated before. I was able to get some bits and pieces of information from her."

If it involves the governor's immediate family members, the risk of inquiring becomes much greater.

It could be discovered if you're not careful.

Chen Dapeng remained silent, waiting for his decision.

Lin Chen glanced at him, and finally sighed:

"I understand, I'll try my best. But I can't guarantee how much I can find."

"Check as much as you can."

Chen Dapeng reminds:

"Be careful not to expose yourself."

Lin Chen didn't reply, picked up the glass, took a sip, then put it down and changed his tone:

"Alright, let's not talk about the case for now. How's it going with that beautiful county magistrate?"

Chen Dapeng was stunned for a moment:

"What happened?"

Lin Chen could tell something was wrong when she saw the barely suppressed smile on his lips.

Stop pretending.

Chen Dapeng was silent for two seconds, then nodded:

"We're already officially in a romantic relationship."

Lin Chen was taken aback at first, then laughed and slapped the table:

"Damn, Chen Dapeng, you're amazing!"

You're investigating the governor's case.

You're also investigating the governor's daughter.

He even managed to win over the beautiful county magistrate.

Your time management is much better than mine.

Chen Dapeng was so startled by his slam that the table shook, and the wine in his glass almost spilled.

"Keep your voice down, this is a public place."

Lin Chen lowered his voice, but the excitement in his tone remained undiminished:

"When did this happen? How did you win her over? Did she take the initiative or did you?"

Chen Dapeng opened his mouth, unsure whether to speak or not.

Seeing his hesitation, Lin Chen added, "If you don't want to say, then don't. I'm just happy for you."

Chen Dapeng thought for a moment, then spoke, briefly without going into details:

"Both are true. It just happened naturally."

Lin Chen picked up his wine glass and raised it towards him:

"May you achieve your goal soon."

Chen Dapeng also raised his glass and clinked it with his. The two of them took a sip before the conversation changed.

After sitting for a while, Lin Chen stood up and said he had to leave first.

Chen Dapeng saw him to the door, and Lin Chen took two steps and then turned back:

I'll contact you if I hear anything from Zhao Yike.

Chen Dapeng nodded: "Okay."

Lin Chen turned and left.

Chen Dapeng stood there for a while, then turned around and walked back. He paid the bill at the bar and left the bar.

A cool night breeze blew in my face.

He wrapped his coat tighter around himself and walked along the sidewalk toward his home, Zhao Yike's name still swirling in his mind.

The governor's daughter, if she really was involved in the flow of funds.

Therefore, Zhao Zhengping's position in this chain is not limited to signing documents—

He may have been directly involved in the transfer of funds.

But one more piece of direct evidence is missing.

If Lin Chen can help find the crucial evidence—

Zhao Zhengping is another big fish!