The news of Nan Hongya being bitten by a mad dog caused quite a stir.
Some believed it was a pure accident, as it wasn't uncommon for animals to go mad and attack people throughout history; it was just Nan Hongya's bad luck to be the one encountered.
However, many others suspected foul play. Nan Hongya's incident happened at such a coincidental and critical time that it seemed highly suspicious.
Unfortunately, no one had any evidence to prove it was a premeditated attack.
In the hospital ward, Zhou Congrong was also startled when he learned the news.
He had anticipated various methods Qin Chuan might employ against Nan Hongya, but he never expected something as bizarre as this.
Filled with suspicion, Zhou Congrong immediately took out his phone and called Qin Chuan to inquire about the situation.
"Director Zhou, I was just about to tell you about this matter!"
"Nan Hongya has committed too many misdeeds. Even animals couldn't stand it and directly attacked him. This has saved me a lot of trouble!"
Qin Chuan said with a chuckle over the phone.
"You're kidding me. What mad dog? You arranged all of this, didn't you?"
"Tsk tsk, but this method is unbeatable! It's a perfectly seamless plan!"
Zhou Congrong praised.
"It really wasn't me, it's a huge injustice!"
However, Qin Chuan kept denying it, sticking to his story no matter how Zhou Congrong probed.
Finally, Zhou Congrong had no choice but to hang up the phone.
Regardless of whether Qin Chuan admitted it or not, Zhou Congrong was convinced that Qin Chuan was behind it. For the first time, he felt a sense of respect and apprehension towards this ally.
This was a man no less capable than Han Shifei, but younger, with more vision and courage, and with many hidden talents among his subordinates.
Having such an ally was gratifying, but it also meant he had to be constantly vigilant and avoid a complete falling out unless absolutely necessary.
For now, however, the sense of gratification outweighed any apprehension.
"Let's go, we'll go see our director who was bitten by a dog!"
Zhou Congrong called out, leading his men to visit the injured and hospitalized Nan Hongya.
Outside a critical care ward, a crowd had gathered.
Everyone present was a prominent figure in Yongnan County, and they had all come to visit the injured Nan Hongya.
As the Director of the Police Bureau, Nan Hongya held considerable power. His sudden severe injury had genuinely frightened many.
Many people wanted to seize this opportunity to show their presence and consider their future.
But unfortunately, that thin ward door was not accessible to just anyone.
When Zhou Congrong, with an injured arm, arrived with his entourage, he saw this scene.
He smiled and greeted everyone one by one, then pushed the door open and saw his superior on the hospital bed, heavily bandaged and severely injured.
Nan Hongya, who had been attacked by the mad dog, had regained consciousness. He was extremely agitated, causing the people attending to him to tremble with fear.
"Old Nan, what exactly happened? I only just heard that you were bitten by a mad dog!"
Upon entering the ward, Zhou Congrong's face showed great shock and concern.
Nan Hongya, who had just thrown a tantrum and closed his eyes to rest, opened them upon hearing the familiar voice, his inner malice unmasked.
"Zhou, you must be very happy that I'm injured!"
Zhou Congrong shook his head like a rattle drum. "Old Nan, what are you saying? What kind of person do you think I am!"
"We are brothers in misfortune. My broken arm is just as severe as your injuries!"
"At most, I can only gloat internally!!!"
"I lament that karma comes around, and heaven spares no one. Some people do too many bad things, and one day, they will face retribution themselves!"
"See? It has come true!!"
"Even a mad dog couldn't stand the disgusting deeds of some people and stepped in to uphold justice, avenging us ordinary citizens!"
Since everyone around was his own subordinate, Zhou Congrong did not conceal his emotions upon entering. He spoke his mind freely, striking where it hurt the most with subtle barbs.
After speaking, he even let out a gloating laugh, which silenced everyone from both sides, daring not to utter a word.
As expected, Nan Hongya on the hospital bed was so furious he almost vomited blood, his emotions fluctuating wildly.
"Get out! Get out of here now!!!"
"Old Nan, look at your attitude. I came here out of good intentions to visit you. How can you treat an old friend who comes to see you like this!"
Zhou Congrong stood smiling, not moving an inch.
"In this regard, you should learn from me. After my arm was broken, how did I treat people who came to visit me?"
Nan Hongya gasped for air, his throat feeling as if it were choked with a blowgun. The attendants rushed to put on his oxygen mask.
Nan Hongya's condition gradually stabilized, but his eyes were bloodshot, and he glared fiercely at Zhou Congrong.
"Director Zhou, please leave for a moment!"
Someone from below finally spoke up to advise. If Zhou Congrong didn't leave, the injured Nan Hongya might be so angered that he would spit blood and die.
The rivalry between these two had already reached a point of irreconcilable animosity.
Persuaded by people from both sides, Zhou Congrong finally walked out of the ward, looking back repeatedly.
He felt as though the accumulated frustration in his chest and abdomen had been thoroughly released, and his broken arm didn't hurt as much anymore.
Back in his ward, Zhou Congrong immediately called Xiao Guodong.
With Nan Hongya injured and hospitalized, this was the best opportunity for his side to counterattack. Once Nan Hongya recovered, they would likely return to the same stalemate.
"Captain Xiao, that old man surnamed Zhang, has he still not said a word?"
Xiao Guodong replied over the phone, "Yes, Zhang Wenbo is still the same."
"Even with the ironclad evidence placed before him, he refuses to admit it."
"I think we can transfer the case to the prosecution and forcibly indict him."
Zhou Congrong pondered for a few seconds and then nodded. "Alright!"
For criminals who refused to admit their guilt even when presented with irrefutable evidence, the prosecution had the right to forcibly indict, ensuring that no bad person could escape justice.
"By the way, Director Zhou, you mentioned having several friends who work in higher systems. Have you found out anything about the background of the person named Ding Xu that you asked them to investigate?"
Suddenly, Xiao Guodong asked again.
"No news yet. I'll call them again and ask!"
Zhou Congrong replied, then added:
"Captain Xiao, you can investigate the two people who are following Ding Xu. Perhaps you'll find something from them."
"Yes, I'm already making arrangements. I'll interrogate them personally later!"