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The problem is that Zhong Xiaoai's father is honest, upright, and incorruptible.

He's not a corrupt official, so it's impossible for so many officials to come to his house every day.

Zhong Lao never accepted bribes, and these officials could only report on their work when they came.

But later, when Gao Qilin learned that these officials were trying to sound out what was going on...

Gao Qilin was shocked. He knew that many officials in Handong Province were helping Zhao Ruilong to cause trouble.

He only knew that there were some, but how many exactly? And what level were these people?

Gao Qilin didn't know this until he discovered there were so many officials.

Gao Qilin finally realized just how much resistance he would encounter after his struggle against Zhao Ruilong began!

When Gao Qilin realized this, he couldn't help but feel afraid.

But when I think about how I helped the people of Shangguan Village escape poverty, and how those people were gradually transformed.

Gao Qilin was very pleased that they had gone from distrust at the beginning to understanding and self-reliance now.

In his view, since the poorest people in Shangguan Village could be changed, he believed that this was a good opportunity.

Can't he change it?

"Xiao Ai, I suddenly realize how cowardly I am!"

"Back then, I saw those officials from Handong Province come to your house to sound out what you were saying."

"To be honest, I'm really scared. Just thinking about having to face so many officials from Handong Province!"

"I'm terrified when I think about how Zhao Donglai served as the provincial party secretary of Handong Province for decades!"

"Because, who knows how many loyal forces Zhao Donglai has cultivated over these thirty long years!"

Upon hearing this, Gao Qilin couldn't help but shudder.

Now, Zhong Xiaoai has truly fallen in love with this capable and responsible man.

Seeing that Gao Qilin had parked his car on the side of the road and was talking to him about these things.

Zhong Xiaoai then reached out and hugged Gao Qilin's body, which was what Zhong Xiaoai thought.

No matter what Gao Qilin encounters or what problems he faces in the future, she will follow him to the very end!

"Qilin, don't worry, I will do everything I can to help you!"

Upon hearing this, Gao Qilin naturally felt a warm sensation throughout his body.

The chill that had invaded his body seemed to have completely disappeared at this moment.

"call!"

At this moment, Gao Qilin suddenly exhaled, feeling much better than before.

He's much more comfortable now. Besides, Gao Qilin has never been a rigid or inflexible person.

He used to think that the presence of so many officials from Handong Province in Zhong's hometown created invisible pressure.

But now Gao Qilin has discovered that these people are not an invisible wall of pressure.

They were scared. If they weren't scared, why would they all rush to Old Zhong's house?

Don't they have Zhao Donglai as their backer? Don't they have a large and powerful force?

If they are really as powerful as they appear, then why are these guys afraid?

Thinking of this, a smile appeared on Gao Qilin's face.

"Xiao Ai, now I understand why these officials came to your house!"

"Why?"

At this moment, Zhong Xiaoai's tone of voice became much gentler than before.

She nestled in Gao Qilin's arms like a kitten.

If Gao Qilin hadn't been so preoccupied with how to solve the problem at hand...

Then he and Zhong Xiaoai must have already been making love in the car.

Zhong Xiaoai's gentle tone made Gao Qilin feel much better.

"That's because these guys are scared!"

“In the past, they helped the Zhao family do so many bad things. Now, Gao Xiaoqin’s people among Zhao Ruilong’s men have run to our side.”

"These officials have a very keen political sense; they know that the Zhao family is like a grasshopper in autumn, unable to jump around for many more days!"

"They came to your father because they were scared!"

Halfway through his sentence, Gao Qilin abruptly changed the subject.

"Now I understand why your father didn't tell me this!"

"I think my uncle saw this a long time ago, but he didn't tell me because he hoped I could figure it out myself!"

"Otherwise, wouldn't I become a clueless child? If I need Elder Zhong to guide me through everything, wouldn't I never grow up?"

As Gao Qilin said this, he actually laughed so hard that a few tears streamed down his face.

Chapter 360 A chilling thought

Faced with Elder Zhong's good intentions, Gao Qilin finally understood completely at this moment.

"It's alright. In the current situation, even if they come to my house to probe, they will only be able to get the most basic information. As for the deeper plans, they will have absolutely no way of getting in touch with them."

With her arms wrapped around Gao Qilin's arms, Zhong Xiaoai, petite and charming, nestled her head against his shoulder.

"To be honest, this incident has actually served as a wake-up call for my father and me. Our efforts to help people in the village escape poverty and become prosperous have, to some extent, proven that our previous efforts and choices were correct."

Gao Qilin nodded. He knew, of course, that Zhong Xiaoai's conclusion coincided with his own, which was why the two of them were still able to love each other deeply after going through so many hardships.

Gao Qilin reached out and patted Zhong Xiaoai's arm, then sighed.

"However, I still hope you can remind Elder Zhong that this matter, in my opinion, is not as simple as it appears on the surface." 493

"The Zhao family's influence is deeply entrenched. Although these people are approaching us intentionally or unintentionally to obtain more intelligence for self-protection, it doesn't mean they haven't made contingency plans when getting close to us."

Gao Qilin frowned as he said this.

"You should be able to understand that the reason why people are greedy is because they have ever-expanding desires in their hearts. In the process of these desires expanding, they will take into account the risk factors. However, when the benefits are large enough, the so-called risks may even be ignored."

Gao Qilin's words made Zhong Xiaoai also become serious.

Because he probably understands his own bottom line, Gao Qilin would never say these things without a reason.

The reason he spoke his mind and solemnly told himself this was perhaps because he had already guessed how things would unfold.

"You mean these people might approach me, and Father wants to gather intelligence while also finding their weaknesses, and then use that as an opportunity to cause trouble?"

"That shouldn't be the case. Don't you know my father? He's incorruptible, a model public servant, and has never done anything wrong. Even if they wanted to nitpick, they probably wouldn't give them the chance."

It was already getting dark at this time.

However, Gao Qilin did not relax at all. The more he talked to Zhong Xiaoai, the more obvious the tension in his heart became.

"Of course I understand what you're saying, but I have a very bad feeling. What if that Zhao guy intentionally or unintentionally arranges for some officials to get close to Elder Zhong, and then tries to find out Elder Zhong's weakness or something he cares about, and uses that as a threat to try and get Elder Zhong to back down? Do you think it's possible that in the end..."

As Gao Qilin said this, even he himself couldn't help but gasp.

Because if things really turn out the way they've imagined, (cabj) the final result might be disappointing.

Zhong Xiaoai released Gao Qilin and sat back in the passenger seat. Looking at the few people walking by on the roadside, a hint of confusion flashed in her eyes.

So what are your next thoughts?

"Now that our poverty alleviation work is on track and we basically don't need Qiangsheng Group to do anything, shouldn't we try to find a way to resolve Elder Zhong's issue?"

"Now is a turbulent time. Those who have intentionally or unintentionally gotten close to Elder Zhong probably know that they probably won't be able to keep up for long. The case involving the Zhao family is also gradually crumbling over with the passage of time. If we are not fully prepared at this critical juncture, we may end up getting burned."

Gao Qilin made no attempt to hide his inner worries and spoke his mind directly.

Zhong Xiaoai nodded: "Alright then, since that's the case, why don't you come back with me tonight and have a good talk with my father? Perhaps what you're considering now is exactly what he hasn't thought of yet."

Gao Qilin felt that what Zhong Xiaoai said was not without reason. After all, what he could think of now might be exactly what Zhong Lao had not thought of, which would give others an opportunity to take advantage of it.

The car started and sped towards their home.

Twenty minutes later, the car stopped outside, and the two people went inside.

However, the living room was empty, and there was no sign of Mr. Zhong.

Zhong Xiaoai called upstairs twice, but still received no response from Old Master Zhong, so she muttered something in confusion.

"That's not right. It's already this late, and my father doesn't usually have many social engagements. Logically, he should be back to playing with the birds by now!"

After listening, Gao Qilin frowned, a very bad premonition rising in his heart.

Chapter 361 Elder Zhong's Poisoning

Just then, a crying sound came from upstairs, and the two rushed upstairs upon hearing it.

As soon as I went upstairs, I found Old Zhong lying on the ground, and the crying was coming from his mother.

"What's going on? Why is my dad suddenly like this?"

Upon seeing the scene before her, Zhong Xiaoai's expression changed drastically, and she began to inquire about the situation.