Chapter 3760: Chapter 3751: Suspension Pending Investigation

"This is normal. In our department, we often can’t follow procedures, so accepting investigation is inevitable," Lin Yi said openly.

"You are a heroic figure, being investigated like this is an insult, but sometimes we have no choice, I hope you understand," He Wandong said helplessly.

"Of course I understand, let’s proceed according to the process."

"Then let’s follow the process," He Wandong said:

"The main reason for calling you over this time is because of an organization called Poker, whose leader is named Lin Jingzhan. You should admit to your relationship with him."

"Of course, no matter how you look at it, he’s my dad. There’s no reason for a son to not recognize his father."

"That’s exactly what we need to investigate," He Wandong paused and said:

"Since you joined the Central Guards Brigade, have you and him ever contacted privately?"

"Of course, an accident occurred during a mission, he came to see me once, and then we stayed in touch by phone."

"Have you ever exchanged intelligence information?"

"No, there’s a big gap between the Central Guards Brigade and Poker, we’re not on their level, so they wouldn’t be interested in our information."

"Have you ever accepted their help?"

"No, although we are father and son, we belong to different organizations. I do have that sense of boundaries."

Lin Yi was very aware of the weight of this question.

If not answered well, it could easily involve the old man, which is something he absolutely doesn’t want to see happen.

"According to the investigation and clues, you frequently contacted a man named Song Jinmin. He is your father’s subordinate; you and your father should have communicated information through him, right?"

"No, he’s a spa enthusiast. We shared common interests, so we often exchanged ideas together."

He Wandong and Hou Guangqi laughed heartily.

But both men knew that such questioning couldn’t solve any substantial issues; it was more like going through a process, playing house.

"Boy, you really are blunt, saying such things openly."

Lin Yi also smiled.

"We’re all men here, no need to hide things."

After the jokes, the conversation continued, and He Wandong asked a few more questions.

Lin Yi answered each one, clearing the air completely.

Bzzz—

Just then, Lin Yi’s phone rang.

He glanced at it; it was Liu Hong calling, but Lin Yi didn’t answer, planning to call back later.

He Wandong was perceptive and saw who was calling.

Knowing it was Liu Hong’s call, he was aware of Liu Hong’s significance.

"Team Leader Lin, we’ll stop here for today, but we might need to discuss these issues with you again later. Thank you for cooperating."

"But I can’t stay in Jing City all the time; I’ll soon return to Zhong Hai," Lin Yi said:

"There are still many things waiting for me at the company."

For Lin Yi, Lingyun Group was the safety net he was using now.

Even if someone really wanted to act against him, they had to consider Lingyun Group’s significance.

"That’s not a problem, the affairs of Lingyun Group can’t be set aside. Go back and handle your work properly. If needed, we’ll come find you."

"Alright."

Lin Yi shook hands with the two, and He Wandong personally escorted him out.

Hou Guangqi got in the car first, while Lin Yi stayed back, talking with He Wandong.

"Lin Yi, now that such matters have arisen, we might have to temporarily suspend you. Be prepared for it."

"Suspend the work with the Central Guards Brigade?"

"Yes, hopefully, you won’t be too emotionally affected."

"Why would I be," Lin Yi said with a smile: "It’s just a chance to take a vacation."

"You having this mindset puts me at ease."

"Without this mindset, we couldn’t work in the Central Guards Brigade."

"Go ahead, we’ll contact you by phone if anything comes up."

"Sure."

Lin Yi got into the car as Hou Guangqi prepared to drive him back.

In the car, Lin Yi checked his phone, seeing a missed call from Liu Hong and messages from Ning Che.

Liu Hong: "Come back when you’re done."

Ning Che: "Where are you, I’ll come pick you up."

Lin Yi replied to Ning Che, they arranged a place, then asked Hou Guangqi to drive him there.

While in the car, Lin Yi messaged Mi Li, briefly explaining the situation and reassuring her not to worry.

When Lin Yi arrived at the designated place, Ning Che had been waiting for a while.

Just after getting into the car, before Lin Yi could say anything, Ning Che spoke up.

"What did they say to you?"

"You already know?"

"How could I not know about such a big matter?"

Clearly, Ning Che was quite upset.

"They just asked some random questions."

"No other resolution?"

"There might be a suspension."

"Dammit, they’re even considering suspension!" Ning Che said, angrily pounding the steering wheel.

"It’s not a big deal, don’t get so upset," Lin Yi smiled and reassured.

For Lin Yi, it wasn’t a big issue, only worried about its impact on the old man.

"Is it effective immediately?"

"Not yet, but judging by this, it should be soon."

"If they dare do this, just apply for discharge, don’t serve them anymore."

"Don’t be so impulsive," Lin Yi said, laughing: "It’s all no big deal, calm down."

"I feel bad for you, after so many years, you’ve been the most dedicated one in the Central Guards Brigade, why treat you like this."

"Because of my father who only cares about giving life, not nurturing," Lin Yi laughed:

"It’s normal for them to have concerns about such matters; he’s the biggest rascal in the world, they have to be cautious. Can’t always think about oneself."

"I understand your point, but suspension seems excessive."

"They just said there’s a possibility, not definite yet."

"One day they’ll drive me mad at this rate, damn it."

Ning Che drove resentfully, taking Lin Yi to the Central Guards Brigade, arriving together at Liu Hong’s office.

The office was filled with smoke, and Liu Hong wore a stern, unusually serious expression.

For both Lin Yi and Ning Che, it was the first time seeing Liu Hong with such a look.

"What’s going on, even you have this expression."

"I received a call, temporarily suspending your duties."

"That was fast, what the hell!" Ning Che’s emotions flared, swearing under his breath.

"I didn’t expect it to be so quick; obviously, someone is stirring things up secretly."

"No need to guess, we know it’s the Chen family, those bastards," Ning Che said.

"Now it’s pointless to talk about it, we can only let things take their course. But it’s only temporary, won’t last long, though it’s quite frustrating," Liu Hong said.