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"Warden, I... I came too, I didn't know that."

"Me too……."

"I was at the hotel just now, as you know..."

The other section chiefs sensed the anger in his voice and quickly distanced themselves from the situation.

A fire in the prison area can be a big deal or a small deal.

If someone vouches for you, then it's just a case of raising the issue high and then letting it fall lightly; the punishment is insignificant, equivalent to a slap on the wrist.

But without someone to protect me, I might end up having to take off these clothes.

Besides, they had just arrived, and none of them were fully sober yet.

The deputy warden was holding onto the railing, his body swaying slightly.

The head of the logistics department supported him, afraid that he might accidentally fall off the third-floor railing.

The warden scanned the faces of the crowd, his stern gaze scrutinizing them.

When he looked at the head of the security department, his gaze stopped.

A fire broke out in the prison, and the head of security must provide an explanation.

Chen Musheng, as expected of someone from the Military Intelligence Bureau who had also worked in the police station, possessed a sharp and ruthless aura honed through years of life-and-death experiences.

Being scrutinized would make even the most seasoned veterans of the Security Bureau nervous.

Zhong Cheng felt a chill run down his spine as he was scrutinized by the sharp gaze.

I have a deep and awe for this veteran of the Military Intelligence Bureau.

"Warden, I..." Zhong Cheng opened his mouth, about to explain.

But for a moment, I didn't know how to explain myself.

After all, he was there at the time, so some things are hard to explain.

If the warden wants to protect his brother-in-law, he may very well make him bear half, or even more, of the responsibility.

After all, if a fire breaks out in the prison area and the matter is investigated, the fire could also implicate him, the head of the security department.

Zhong Cheng was chosen simply because he lived up to his name, was loyal to the Bureau of Investigation and Statistics, and had considerable seniority.

That's why he was sent to work in the prison; it was also for the purpose of surveillance.

But when it comes to backing, they don't really have any powerful connections.

That is, he would exchange gifts with the head of the intelligence section of the Bureau of Investigation and Statistics during holidays.

It's nothing to take care of them normally.

But if the warden really wanted to take action against him, the head of the intelligence department couldn't say much.

After all, Chen Muzheng was a senior officer, and even when faced with orders from the Garrison Command to request personnel, he dared to stand up and refuse.

Zhong Cheng felt a surge of pressure, swallowed hard, and cold sweat broke out on his back.

Just then.

Zhang Hailin took a step forward, and the heavy stomping sound attracted everyone's attention.

"Brother-in-law... Warden, this is my responsibility, it has nothing to do with anyone else!"

His voice was strong and clear, and his face revealed a fearless spirit of sacrifice.

His gaze was firm, as if he had made up his mind to shoulder all the responsibilities.

Chen Muzheng turned around and demanded sharply, "What exactly happened? Why did the prison ward catch fire? If you can't give me a straight answer, I'll kill you today!"

His eyes were wide open, he looked furious, as if he didn't recognize anyone, not even his own family.

Everyone present looked away, acting as if it were none of their business, unwilling to risk getting into trouble.

Zhang Hailin's eyelids drooped, and he began to cry with a wronged expression.

"Someone in the double-cell block had diarrhea today, and the doctor suspects it's malaria."

As the head of the health department, I have a responsibility to conduct a thorough investigation to prevent the spread of the virus within the prison area.

So they bought quicklime and alcohol to disinfect the entire prison area.

I also submitted a report requesting a comprehensive disinfection tonight.

Both you and the deputy warden signed and approved it.

So I led a team to thoroughly disinfect each cell.

Everything was going smoothly until the high-crime area was disinfected and the job was done.

Who would have thought that prisoner number 2052 would suddenly attack the disinfection personnel like a madman while they were being disinfected?

Then, using a match, he lit the spilled alcohol, turned around, and slammed his head against the wall.

The whole process was very quick. By the time I tried to rush in and stop it, the fire was already burning.

There was no other way but to put out the fire first.

Fortunately, Section Chief Zhong came to patrol at this time and immediately called the guards on duty to keep the other serious criminals under guard and actively organize firefighting efforts.

This extinguished the fire and prevented other serious criminals from being burned to death.

"Thanks to Section Chief Zhong tonight, a much bigger tragedy was averted."

As she spoke, she turned her head and glanced at Zhong Cheng.

He gave her a look of righteous indignation, as if she were shouldering all the responsibility alone.

Zhong Cheng's heart skipped a beat, and gratitude appeared in his eyes.

Not only did they take all the blame, but they also cleared him of all responsibility. He owes them a huge favor!

Zhang Hailin immediately said with a mournful face, "Brother-in-law, it was my carelessness. I didn't expect him to set himself on fire. You can hit me or scold me as you please!"

He said he would accept the punishment, but he called his brother-in-law "brother-in-law," clearly trying to appeal to emotions and also speaking to the others.

Moreover, the punishments mentioned were beatings and verbal abuse.

If it were anyone else, making such a huge mistake would be a disaster, even being stripped of their skin.

Chen Muzheng snorted coldly and cursed, "You good-for-nothing! If it weren't for the malaria outbreak in the prison ward, and the need for you, the head of the health department, to lead the charge, I would skin you alive right now!"

snort!

What are you waiting for? Hurry up and check on prisoner number 2052!

"You good-for-nothing! How did I end up with a brother-in-law like you!"

Chen Muzheng cursed loudly, but his words implied the relationship between the two.

Everyone knew perfectly well that he had just taken over the prison, and this brother-in-law was the person he trusted most.

With the health department in charge, how could they possibly dismiss him?

Those words just now have made their attitude crystal clear.

The others pursed their lips, offering no objection.

Since the warden wants to protect them, everyone just accepts it.

Moreover, given the current situation, the warden's position is a powder keg, and nobody wants to be it.

The previous warden fled under the pretext of illness.

So even if the matter is reported to the Ministry of Justice, Chen Muzheng will clearly show that he wants to protect his brother-in-law, and the higher-ups will still give him face.

After putting others in such a difficult position, it's only fair to offer them a little something in return.

They can just give a demerit and fine two months' salary, and that's it.

Everyone present was shrewd; no one would offend their superior for something so thankless and arduous.

Although it wasn't explicitly stated, the tone of Zhang Hailin's punishment has been basically set.

Zhong Cheng, having luckily escaped unscathed, naturally wouldn't foolishly pursue the matter any further.

If the investigation continues and angers Zhang Hailin, he might just sell him out.

If the warden knew, he would be happy to make him take half the blame.

Therefore, he completely suppressed his previous suspicions and was unwilling to mention them again, for fear of dragging the blame for the fire into the spotlight.

Chen Muzheng looked at the tacit expressions on their faces and a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

He and his brother-in-law worked together to shut Zhong Cheng up.

By employing both carrot and stick tactics, the two managed to get through the situation for the time being.

If we wait another month, even if Zhong Cheng raises questions, we won't have to worry anymore!

Just as the group was standing in the corridor, waiting for their subordinates to report on the situation.

A forensic doctor in a white coat came out.

Chen Muzheng hurriedly asked, "How is prisoner number 2052?"