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Chapter 189 Making an Example of Someone Else! (10,000 words, please subscribe!)

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, the detectives who were watching the scene were all taken aback.

After all, the charge Qiu Tu leveled against Zheng Tao was no small one.

He's involved in a criminal affair, and a major one at that. Let alone Zheng Tao, the newly promoted vice minister, even Jia Shu before his dismissal would be subject to investigation by the inspector if reported by higher-ups.

"Director Qiu's move is too ruthless. He's trying to throw the dirtiest mud at Director Zheng."

There were plenty of perceptive agents present, so they immediately understood Qiu Tu's meaning as soon as he spoke.

Zheng Tao clearly saw through Qiu Tu's intentions. He certainly wouldn't let this mudslinging get done on him.

So he quickly responded directly, "Director Qiu, you can eat whatever you want, but you can't say whatever you want."

He looked at Qiu Tu with a serious expression and explained, "My interrogation this time was completely legal and compliant."

"This was within my authority. I was just interrogating the prisoner in accordance with the rules and regulations."

“Whether it was during the escort or the interrogation, there were at least three detectives present throughout the entire process.”

"The entire interrogation was also recorded."

"If you have any questions, you can request access to the interrogation records."

Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu was not disrupted at all by Zheng Tao's answer: or rather... Zheng Tao's explanation of the issue was what truly brought the conversation back into control.

Therefore, Qiu Tu looked at Zheng Tao with a half-smile and said, "Director Zheng, the Political Department itself is engaged in espionage and counter-espionage work."

"Who among us doesn't know that reminding prisoners and sending messages doesn't require direct dialogue?"

"A simple action, a simple code word, or even just the act of someone appearing in front of another person can convey enough information."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Zheng Tao's face turned ashen.

He demanded sharply, "So, how exactly does Director Qiu want me to prove myself?!"

"According to your logic, doesn't that mean I'm completely unable to prove my innocence?"

The detectives on site had gradually realized that Qiu Tu had completely taken control of the entire conversation.

Zheng Tao has been completely outmaneuvered because Qiu Tu exploited a loophole in the program.

According to their plan, Qiu Tu should press his advantage and finish off the defeated opponent in one decisive battle.

To everyone's surprise, Qiu Tu chuckled lightly, then suddenly changed the subject, "Director Zheng, you're right. From the moment you took my prisoner away, you were already in a complicated situation, and things are hard to explain."

"You've been working in the Political Department for many years, so you should know why you shouldn't tamper with other people's suspects without authorization—it's to avoid your current situation!"

At this point, Qiu Tu looked at Zheng Tao with a half-smile, "As for your desire to prove yourself, it's actually quite simple."

"That means getting the case thoroughly investigated."

Qiu Tu gestured to Jia Wei, who was leaning back watching the show, and said, "As long as you can interrogate the criminal, it will naturally prove your innocence."

"If you can't figure it out... hehe."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, the scene fell silent.

It wasn't because Qiu Tu's words were too outrageous, but rather... they were too "light and frivolous".

They instructed Zheng Tao to continue the interrogation and demanded that he produce a result.

Is this deliberately making things difficult? It seems more like a concession.

After all, thanks to Qiu Tu's outburst, Zheng Tao's interrogation, which was originally somewhat illegal, has now become completely legal.

Moreover, once Zheng Tao actually gets a confession, the case will be largely attributed to Zheng Tao, and Qiu Tu will have to relinquish control of the case.

'Is Qiu Tu chickening out?'

The agents weren't the only ones with this idea. They looked at each other, exchanging glances.

I have a feeling that things aren't that simple.

But they didn't know exactly where the problem lay.

The same goes for Zheng Tao.

Having dealt with Qiu Tu many times, he knew Qiu Tu fairly well.

He knew that Qiu Tu was strong-willed, very opinionated, and would never compromise on his own initiative.

Therefore, if you compromise, there must be a trap involved!

However, because Qiu Tu controlled the rhythm of the entire conversation, he was now in a difficult position and couldn't get down.

So... even though he knew there was a problem, he had no choice but to agree.

He said with a deep gaze, "Alright! Then thank you for the opportunity, Director Qiu!"

"I'll continue the interrogation!"

Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu indeed reached out to interrupt him, revealing his true intentions: "Then, Director Zheng, please set a time limit."

"We can't keep the criminal here indefinitely and let the case remain stalled, can we?"

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Zheng Tao's expression changed slightly, as if he was pondering what timeframe to give.

In the end, he didn't dare to be too confident and instead gave a more flexible time: "6 p.m. today, before I leave work."

Qiu Tu smiled, "No problem. Then please go ahead, Director Zheng. I wish Director Zheng a successful start."

After saying that, he gestured with his hand, then turned and left the interrogation room.

Stepping out of the interrogation room, Qiu Tu swept his cold gaze over the numerous detectives watching, then said to Chen Feng, Cao Dabiao, and the others surrounding him, "Now arrange for people to keep watch outside the interrogation room."

"From now until 6 p.m., come back every hour and report to me on the progress of the interrogation!"

At this point, Qiu Tu raised his voice so loudly that almost everyone present, including Zheng Tao, could hear him, "I want to see if the legendary strongest interrogator in the interrogation department can extract information from my criminal!"

He gave a deliberately contemptuous smile and mocked, "You haven't even sorted out the case properly, and you haven't even figured out the criminal's identity, yet you dare to take over the case, interrogate the criminal, and steal the credit just because of your status!"

"I'd like to see how some people will embarrass themselves then!"

After saying that, Qiu Tu turned and left!

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's harsh words, the onlookers exchanged glances, instantly "understanding" Qiu Tu's true intentions.

They felt that Qiu Tu simply didn't believe in Zheng Tao's abilities.

Qiu Tu's previous attempts to smear Zheng Tao were likely just angry words. His current demand that Zheng Tao interrogate the suspect within a limited time is his real move!

The two used this interrogation as a battlefield to wager on each other.

Qiu Tu was betting that Zheng Tao wouldn't be able to break through the prisoner's psychological defenses even after spending a whole day on him.

Zheng Tao, on the other hand, was betting that he could break through the prisoner's psychological defenses within a day.

If Zheng Tao interrogates someone and they give a confession, then he can take credit for the case.

If Zheng Tao fails to produce a confession, his story of trying to steal credit but being "fucked" will become his biggest laughing stock, spreading throughout the entire department. Moreover, he may be held responsible for any problems that arise with the prisoner later.

'A somewhat unfair betting game?'

The thought flashed through the minds of many agents.

This bet was far too easy for Zheng Tao. After all, everyone knows Zheng Tao's reputation. His interrogation techniques are truly exceptional!

'Qiu Tu is being a bit too arrogant...'

Because of this mindset, when the various departments of the Investigation Bureau learned about the bet between Qiu Tu and Zheng Tao, most of the detectives, section chiefs, and directors believed that Zheng Tao would most likely win the bet.

They felt that Qiu Tu was underestimating the elite of the Investigation Department.

Zheng Tao is an expert interrogator who has received professional training in the shelter and has also learned various interrogation techniques from Jia Shu.

How could you possibly not be able to get a suspect to talk?

However, Zheng Tao was not as confident as everyone thought.

Ever since he agreed to Qiu Tu's bet, he had felt a vague unease.

He had a feeling that he had fallen into some kind of trap, but he couldn't figure out what it was.

So he could only keep a gloomy face and remain silent.

However, he remained silent, while Javi, who was tied to the interrogation table, spoke.

He chuckled twice, his voice hoarse like a late-night snack.

"You're finished. Qiu Tu is clearly using you as a 'chicken' to scare the monkeys."

"He wants to use you to let the Investigation Bureau know that even with Yan Chen's backing, provoking him will not end well!"

"Let others think twice before they want to oppose him in the future!"

"So, the moment you agree to this bet, you've already lost."

"After all, I'm not going to say anything. Hehehe..."

Upon hearing Jia Wei's words, Zheng Tao's gaze sharpened, and he looked at Jia Wei with a gloomy expression.

He slowly stood up, wrapped a wet towel around his hand, walked towards Javi, and then, with a sinister look in his eyes, struck Javi's abdomen several times!

He continued hitting her while shouting angrily, "You won't talk?!"

Do you know how many punishments are inflicted in the Political Department?

"No one has been able to make it through yet!"

At this point, he grabbed Javier's hair, his face full of anger, and said in a sinister tone, "So, I guarantee you'll tell!"

After saying that, he roared at the agent next to him, "Apply the drugs! Administer waterboarding!"

"He's just a Tier 2 Cataclysm, there's no need to worry about his life or death!"

"Yes!" Upon hearing Zheng Tao's words, several trusted subordinates quickly responded...

......

The bet between Zheng Tao and Qiu Tu has captivated the attention of many people throughout the entire Investigation Bureau.

Some support Qiu Tu and want to see him get his comeuppance; some dislike Qiu Tu and want to see Zheng Tao teach him a lesson; and some are just watching the drama unfold.

Regardless, this gambling match has undoubtedly been the biggest news for the Investigation Bureau these past two days. Countless eyes have been drawn to it...

Soon, an hour had passed.

Chen Feng glanced at the tightly closed interrogation room door and instructed Ding Xiaoliu beside him, "Tell the sergeant that the interrogation is not over after the first hour."

"Yes!" Upon hearing this, Ding Xiaoliu saluted and then hurriedly ran back to the second floor to report the news.

While he was rushing to report, various departments within the investigation bureau quickly received the same news: in the first hour, Zheng Tao had failed to break through the prisoner's psychological defenses...

However, they didn't care. After all, breaking through the psychological defenses of an important prisoner in just one hour was indeed too difficult.

So they continued to observe and wait.

Time passed second by second.

Soon, the second hour arrived.

Chen Feng glanced at the still-closed interrogation room door and said to Ding Xiaoliu, "The second hour, still a failure."

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Chapter 190 A Slap in the Face! (10,000 words, please subscribe!)

Upon hearing Chen Feng's words, Ding Xiaoliu quickly saluted again, "Yes, sir!"

Then he turned around and left, heading upstairs to "report the good news".

As soon as he left, the entire investigation department learned that Zheng Tao still hadn't gotten any results from the interrogation in the second hour!

This still hasn't attracted much attention.