I'm being held captive by a monster
Chapter 226: All Plans
Chapter 226 All Plans
North City, City Light Community.
2 p.m.
"An An, what were you thinking this morning?"
"You can't really be tearing your face off with Qian Qiongzhi just for Xu Ye, right?"
Zhang Guang had not changed out of his formal dress yet, and there were still ribbons hanging on his head.
It looked like he had arrived right after the banquet ended.
"No, Minister."
Lin Xing'an quickly poured a glass of water for the breathless Zhang Guang.
Then he gently closed the bathroom door.
Maybe it's because I've never experienced such a warm environment, or maybe it's because I've never been so relaxed.
Xu Ye had fallen into a deep sleep in the warm water.
"I know not."
Zhang Guang glanced out the window and released the ghost domain in advance, covering Lin Xing'an's entire house.
"Xu Zhe will probably be here soon, but don't worry, there's no sound in my ghost realm, so he won't be able to hear anything."
He continued.
Lin Xing'an raised his eyebrows, feeling a little disappointed.
After all, there was a bug in the room, and he was thinking about using it in reverse...
"An An, if you treat Xu Ye like this to prevent Xu Zhe from finding me through you..."
"Ugh……"
Zhang Guang sat on the sofa, drank some water, shook his head and sighed.
"An An, you still don't understand Xu Zhe."
"Even if you really form a family with Xu Ye, or even have a child, Xu Zhe will not let his guard down against you."
"It might even have the opposite effect. Xu Zhe will realize that you're trying to show weakness to him through Xu Ye, and he'll investigate even more closely."
Zhang Guang frowned, looking extremely serious.
"Xu Zhe has always had a stubborn suspicion about you, but you've never had any problems before, so there's nothing to worry about."
"Now that he's absorbed the darkness and gained new abilities, he's become 'problematic'."
"Then you were assassinated yesterday, and then this morning it was Xu Ye again. This will make Xu Zhe think there's something wrong with you."
"An An, you were really impulsive and rushed in doing this. You should have told me anyway."
Zhang Guang rubbed his eyebrows.
Lin Xing'an lowered his eyes in silence.
Of course he knew what Zhang Guang said.
Because what he wanted was for Xu Zhe to continue investigating him.
The plan that Taoyuan and he initially made together was indeed to make Xu Ye his partner.
First, Xu Ye is weak enough to prevent others from arranging a strong partner to interfere with Lin Xing'an's actions.
Secondly, it can appease Xu Zhe, which is equivalent to placing a "hostage" by his side.
But they underestimated Xu Zhe's cruelty to Xu Ye and overestimated Xu Ye's own value.
What's more, Xu Zhe had already installed a bug in this house, so Lin Xing'an had to act too.
So in this situation, it would be better for him and Keke to form a family.
But after absorbing the darkness of the dead glutton, everything was different.
This "forbidden technique" became Zhang Guang's weakness.
He first deliberately broke the arrow during the assassination in order to make Xu Zhe doubt his ability.
His high-profile stand up for Xu Ye today was also to make Xu Zhe more suspicious of him.
The more Xu Zhe suspected him and the more intense the investigation became, the more panicked Zhang Guang became.
He was really afraid that Xu Zhe would find out that they were absorbing the ownerless darkness.
So on the surface it was Xu Zhe who was investigating Lin Xing'an, but in fact, Zhang Guang was behind Lin Xing'an.
Instead, he could just sit back and watch Zhang Guang and Xu Zhe fight among themselves.
Of course, this is just one of the benefits of doing this.
Lin Xing'an's current goal, or the goal of his first phase of concealment, has always been to find the "sacrifice".
"An An, ah, Xu Zhe, Xu Zhe..."
Zhang Guang sighed again.
He couldn't think of any other reason why Lin Xing'an would do such a thing except for Xu Zhe.
"But don't worry, it's okay, there's still room to turn around."
"If you really have to deal with something shady, just tell Xu Zhe. With Sister Jiang backing you up, Xu Zhe won't be able to say anything."
Seeing that Lin Xing'an remained silent, Zhang Guang also spoke to comfort him.
"Minister, I'm not doing this because of Xu Zhe."
Lin Xing'an took a deep breath and spoke.
Zhang Guang was stunned for a moment, then looked up at Lin Xing'an and motioned him to continue.
"Minister, I am doing this because I want to run for candidate committee member."
"Running for candidate committee member?"
"Correct!"
Lin Xing'an nodded heavily.
Zhang Guangze gasped, frowned and rubbed his chin.
He had never expected that Lin Xing'an would have such a plan...
But what does this have to do with his actions this morning?
"Minister, I saw too many things at the celebration banquet today."
"For example, how Qian Qiongzhi treated Xu Ye, and how all those young people with little status tried their best to please Qian Qiongzhi, and so on and so forth..."
"But this isn't the most terrifying thing. The most terrifying thing is that people like Qian Qiongzhi can easily hold high positions in the committee because of the glorious deeds of their grandfathers."
"Minister, I really can't imagine what the committee will become if someone like Qian Qiongzhi takes the leadership position."
In Zhang Guang's ghost realm, Lin Xing'an no longer concealed his feelings and spoke directly.
These words made Zhang Guang's temples throb.
"So, Minister, today's celebration has really solidified my desire to reform the committee."
"Just because the predecessors are powerful doesn't mean the successors are capable. The committee's unscrupulous succession system is already showing its drawbacks."
"And the only one who can reform this system, who can reform this committee, is you."
"Only you can truly become one of the Seven Commissioners."
Lin Xing'an looked at Zhang Guang embarrassedly.
Zhang Guangze took a deep breath and his Adam's apple rolled.
indeed.
Reforming the committee had always been his goal, and the reason he wanted to become a member.
Lin Xing'an's words actually made Zhang Guang's heart surge.
"So An An, the reason you want to be a candidate committee member is..."
Zhang Guang looked at Lin Xing'an, as if he finally realized what Lin Xing'an wanted to do.
But the doubts in my heart have not completely disappeared.
"Minister, in everyone's eyes, I am openly challenging authority today. I stand against Qian Qiongzhi and the older generation of committee members."
"So at this moment, if you could stand up and criticize me, hit me hard, and speak out publicly to defend the interests of the older generation...what would happen?"
Lin Xing'an asked back.
Zhang Guangze did not answer, but narrowed his eyes slightly.
There was a gleam in his eyes.
"It will be favored by the older generation..."
His breathing became a little faster.
Because after becoming a candidate member, if you want to become a formal member of the Seventh Congress, you have to rely on the selection of the Old Seven...
"Yes, Minister."
Seeing a hint of excitement and understanding finally show in Zhang Guang's eyes, Lin Xing'an nodded.
"First of all, Minister, we can be sure of two things now."
"First, the committee members don't want any reforms, especially regarding the inheritance system, because they all have children, and no one wants their descendants to be deprived of benefits." "Second, the committee members are aware of your desire to reform the committee, after all, you wrote many letters of advice in recent years."
"Taking these two points into consideration, although your position as a candidate committee member is secure, becoming a candidate committee member is as difficult as ascending to heaven."
Lin Xing'an's words made Zhang Guang nod silently.
Even if he now has a trump card of "the Coordination Department is collaborating with the enemy", it is difficult to shake the ideas in the minds of the committee members.
Having come this far, who doesn’t have some stain on themselves?
Zhang Guang knew clearly that if there were really only two options, the committee members would rather choose someone from the Coordination Department who was collaborating with the enemy in Taoyuan than him.
"So the minister, if he wants to become a commissioner, must reverse one of these two points."
"And the only thing you can reverse is the second point. You must change the impression you have on the committee members."
"You have to convince the commissioners that you, as elected commissioners, can uphold the rules they created and ensure they can be passed on smoothly to future generations."
Lin Xing'an looked at Zhang Guang and said.
"yes……"
Zhang Guang took a deep breath.
"And if I want to change their impression, I have to break the image of 'my old self' and make them realize that I have given in and grown up."
"This 'former me' is you now."
He spoke to himself as he stood up, rubbing the stubble on his chin.
"You expressed your dissatisfaction with the committee member in person through Xu Ye, showing your rebellious nature in person."
"The commissioner has already labeled you a 'reformist.'
"If I can stop you and restrict you now, it would be equivalent to changing the image of you in the committee members' minds..."
Zhang Guang closed his eyes.
After thinking it over, he finally understood what Lin Xing'an meant by doing this.
I couldn't help but feel a surge of admiration in my heart.
What Xu Zhe? He was not even considered by Lin Xingan...
Lin Xing'an had already considered further ahead.
This is really...
Zhang Guang looked at Lin Xing'an with admiration.
But then he pursed his lips again.
"An An, your idea is really brilliant. It amazed me. It's very feasible."
"But... An An, you have to know that by doing this, you are ruining your own future."
Zhang Guang pulled Lin Xing'an over, and the two stood on the balcony together, looking at the artificial lake outside.
"Minister, you know me, my goal is to reform the committee and make it better and better."
"And the only way for me to achieve my goal is through you. I have to wait for you to take office."
"What's more... as long as you take office, as long as you become a committee member, why should I worry about my future?"
Lin Xing'an asked back.
Zhang Guangze smiled with satisfaction.
But then, a sigh appeared on his face again, "That's after I can become a committee member, An An, what if I fail?"
"you……"
Lin Xing'an was stunned for a moment, as if he had never thought about the consequences of this situation.
"An An, your method still has hidden dangers, or rather, huge hidden dangers."
"You've underestimated the committee members. Qian Qiongzhi, for example, is indeed very stupid, but the committee members are all very capable and have very clear minds."
"You and I are so close, and I used to be so radical and determined about reform..."
"I think they would probably guess that this was a play between you and me, even though they can't be sure."
Zhang Guang paused.
Lin Xing'an's brows also slowly frowned.
"Although it's uncertain, just this suspicion will make the committee members still hesitate to vote for me."
"My chances of winning are still not high."
Zhang Guang analyzed rationally.
Lin Xing'an didn't say anything, as if he was thinking about something.
"An An, you're really amazing that you can think so far and come up with such an amazing method in such a short time."
"Don't worry, you didn't leave yourself a way out for me, I will find a way out for you."
"No matter what, as long as I'm alive, you'll be fine."
Zhang Guang patted Lin Xing'an on the shoulder and said.
"Minister, if that's the case... then I must be successfully elected as a candidate committee member. I must successfully take the position of candidate committee member."
Lin Xing'an was silent for a moment, then looked up and said.
"My original plan was to turn myself into a 'radical reformer' so that you could change your impression of me in the committee's mind by dealing with me."
"All I need to do is sign up as a candidate for committee and pretend I want to accomplish something."
"But if the Commissioner suspects we're in cahoots..."
"Then I must be chosen."
Lin Xing settled down and looked at Zhang Guang.
"Minister, if I'm elected, the 'opposition' between you and me will only intensify."
"By then, if I'm a little more radical, and you're a little more radical, the spotlight of the entire campaign will be on the two of us."
"In other words, we want to put the committee members in a situation where they have to choose between you and me."
"Because if that happens, you will definitely be elected."
Lin Xing'an looked at the row of people fishing outside the artificial lake and spoke word by word.
"Um……"
Zhang Guangze pondered, thinking about Lin Xing'an's words.
"Indeed, if you also become a candidate committee member, my chances of success will increase."
"An An, wonderful!"
After thinking for a long time, Zhang Guang let out a breath and looked at Lin Xing'an in surprise.
He really didn't expect that Lin Xing'an's "desperate" plan seemed to be feasible!
"But An An, it's difficult, very difficult for you to become a candidate committee member."
"You are too inexperienced and have no foundation."
Zhang Guang poured a basin of cold water at the right time.
Lin Xing'an also nodded. "Indeed, Minister, this is what I am most worried about, but... there is still a chance."
"Oh? Do you have any ideas?"
Zhang Guang raised his eyebrows again.
"...Nothing for now, I'm just thinking... since I've established myself as a 'reformer', the only people I can win over are the lowest-level employees who might agree with reform."
“But how exactly do we do that…”
Lin Xing'an shook his head and smiled bitterly, "I haven't thought about it yet."
"No rush, there's still time. The sacrificers for humans and animals have just been confirmed, so the sacrifice is still at least two years away."
Zhang Guang patted Lin Xing'an on the shoulder, signaling Lin Xing'an to relax and not be nervous.
"It's okay, just ask if you have any requests."
Seeing that Lin Xing'an seemed to be hesitant to speak, Zhang Guang gestured for him to speak.
"Minister, I do have a request, and that is...Xu Zhe."
"If I treat Xu Ye like this, it will definitely increase Xu Zhe's suspicion of me."
"But... since my goal now is to become a candidate committee member, then Xu Zhe... Minister, I really don't have the energy to deal with Xu Zhe's investigation."
"so……"
Lin Xing'an looked at Zhang Guang and said nothing more.
Zhang Guang also took a deep breath and nodded slowly.
"Xu Zhe, right..."
"Don't worry, An An, leave Xu Zhe to me. Just focus on your work. It's okay."
There was a gleam in his eyes.
(End of this chapter)
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