Then let them offer their loyalty!

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Yan Chen gave a deep "hmm," then said, "Minister Qiu, are you aware of the attack on Deputy Director Lai?"

Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu replied, "Reporting to the Director. When Deputy Director Lai had his accident, I happened to be out on a mission with my agents."

"We have apprehended all the murderers."

"I'm on my way to the scene to check on the situation."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Yan Chen gave a deep "hmm" and then said, "That's fine. You can report directly to Director Tang if there's anything."

"Director Tang?" Qiu Tu, who was strolling towards the scene on the other end of the phone, paused slightly.

He keenly sensed that something was amiss.

Yan Chen isn't someone who likes to delegate authority, so why is he making me report directly to Tang Feifei? That's a bit strange...

At this moment, perhaps sensing Qiu Tu's hesitation, they...

Yan Chen slowly spoke, "You probably don't know."

"Ever since you were promoted to Minister of the Political Department, Director Tang and the 'Fengtian Clique' behind her have been trying to change my mindset." (Chapters 307 and 321)

"I hope I can leave the New Territories and go to work in the state capital, so that I can make way for Director Tong's promotion."

"They presented the facts and reasoned with us. They mentioned you and your political department the most."

"The Political Department is the most important and elite department of the Investigation Bureau, and its main source of intelligence."

"Without the political department, I'm like someone who's blind, I know nothing and can't do anything."

"Therefore, it's good for everyone if I give up my position and go to the state."

At this point, Yan Chen paused before continuing, "However... I haven't been able to make up my mind yet."

"It wasn't until last night that Director Tang told me that you were planning to arrange for the Allied Forces to assassinate me this morning."

"That's what finally made me make up my mind..."

Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu suddenly stopped.

After saying that, Yan Chen said with a deep expression, "So, from now on, you should report anything to Director Tang."

After saying that, Yan Chen ignored Qiu Tu's reaction and hung up the phone.

After hanging up the phone, Yan Chen's aged hand slowly placed the receiver back on the landline. Then he leaned back in his chair and closed his eyes...

Although he was unwilling to admit it, he knew... he had been forced to leave this time.

He realized that with Qiu Tu and Tang Feifei's union, coupled with the support of the security department and encouragement from the city hall, the momentum was already building.

Even if he doesn't leave now, things will only become more and more difficult for him in the future!

Since the situation in the New Territories is in complete chaos, why not cut the Gordian knot and break free from this circle to a bigger stage!

Then they'll turn around and deal with Qiu Tu, Tang Feifei, and the others!

As for this mess, it's perfect for Tang Feifei and Qiu Tu to deal with.

Thinking this, Yan Chen's cloudy eyes became incredibly dark...

.......

Meanwhile, Yan Chen's convoy attacked the scene.

Qiu Tu held the communicator, listening to the busy tone on the other end with a blank expression.

Wait a minute? What did he just hear? Yan Chen is leaving? Tang Feifei is going to be promoted to director?

This woman is playing such a big game without making a sound.

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Chapter 327 Qiu Tu's Backup Plan! (10,000 words, please vote!)

Qiu Tu recalled Tang Feifei's recent situation.

As far as I can remember, Tang Feifei has indeed been acting a bit strange lately...

The biggest problem is that they've stopped choosing Qiu Tu.

Qiu Tu's past life experience tells him: If the bath water is suddenly hot or cold, it means someone is using the water with you.

So, at the time, Qiu Tu thought Tang Feifei had finally gotten tired of him and had set her sights on another woman...

He didn't really care. After all, although he had conquered Tang Feifei with his "beauty," a relationship based on mutual benefit was always more reliable than a physical one.

Given Qiu Tu's current status, position, and situation, cooperating with Tang Feifei would definitely be more beneficial than falling out.

Unexpectedly, Tang Feifei's recent hot-and-cold behavior wasn't because she had someone else, but because she was up to something big!

Thinking this through, Qiu Tu also analyzed a few details revealed in Yan Chen's words.

First of all, the main purpose of Tang Feifei, or rather the "Fengtian Clique," in getting rid of Yan Chen was to make room for Tang Feifei.

This is not uncommon in officialdom.

After all, promotions aren't solely determined by background, ability, and seniority. There's also the availability of vacancies.

If the people above you don't get promoted, transferred, arrested, or retire, you'll never get promoted.

After all... for a regime, stability and order are paramount.

This is also why Qiu Tu initially made meritorious contributions and was promoted, but later started to scheme against his superiors: if he didn't scheme, he wouldn't get promoted.

But now Tang Feifei has shown Qiu Tu what it means for "politics to be the art of compromise".

As long as you have enough leverage, you don't need to go after people or engage in such intense conflicts. Compromise, cooperation, and win-win situations can still lead to promotions; this... is the main theme of politics.

Transferring Yan Chen to the prefecture would allow Tang Feifei to take over as director and also alleviate the conflict between Tang Feifei and Yan Chen.

It's important to understand that... the resources that a core member of the "academic" school like Yan Chen can access are terrifying.

Now, the Speaker of the State Assembly of Dongye Prefecture is Huang Shangzong, a high-ranking member of the "academic faction." Yan Chen's sustainable fighting power in Dongye Prefecture is far stronger than Tang Feifei's.

The "Fengtian Clique" sent Tang Feifei to Yan Chen's command to temper her, not to let her die young.

Now that Tang Feifei has the "power" of Qiu Tu, she can rival Yan Chen and has proven her ability. The "Fengtian Clique" no longer needs to let her fight Yan Chen to the death.

Moreover... Yan Chen is currently in a weak position because of [time]!

The past few months have coincided with the establishment of Dong Ye State, and Huang Shangzong is the first state assembly speaker from an "academic" background.

At this critical moment, everything the "academics" had to give way to Huang Shangzong's control of Dongye Prefecture.

Just as Qiu Tu wouldn't delay or disturb Liu Xiong Yuan at this time, Yan Chen wouldn't disturb Huang Shang Zong at this time either.

However, once a few months have passed and Huang Shangzong has completely taken control of Dongye Prefecture, then... Yan Chen can utilize the power of the academic faction and Huang Shangzong. At that time, Tang Feifei and Qiu Tu will face a devastating blow from the "academic faction" at the prefecture level!

This is the main reason why the "Fengtian Clique" chose to reconcile with Yan Chen at this time and then used its connections to send Yan Chen away.

After figuring out Tang Feifei's and the "Fengtian Clique's" motives, Qiu Tu did not feel anger at being "betrayed".

The two sides are not from the same faction, so at certain times they will definitely have to consider their own interests first.

Moreover, Qiu Tu did not come away empty-handed even though Yan Chen was transferred.

His biggest gain was that he would no longer have any direct enemies in the New Territories.

The most crucial thing for New Territories City right now is the "Boundless Heart Sea Development Project," and Qiu Tu's most important task is to persuade Zhao Ji and La Ri Luo to try to gain control of New Territories City in the Boundless Heart Sea area.

If he can truly become the controller of this area, then his path to advancement will be completely opened!

The first area controller of the Eighth Sanctuary!

At that time, it won't be Qiu Tu begging and pleading for the protection of various factions; instead, it will be the major factions vying to win over Qiu Tu!

In chaotic times, strength is the guarantee of status. This strength can be military power, personal ability, or scarce authority tied to oneself!

As for what Yan Chen said: Tang Feifei told Yan Chen that Qiu Tu would attack him this morning...

Qiu Tu didn't believe it at all.

Even a little to laugh.

Because... Yan Chen completely misjudged the relationship between Qiu Tu and Tang Feifei.

In Yan Chen's eyes, Qiu Tu was likely dependent on Tang Feifei. The two of them, one providing the brains and the other the connections, would work together to deal with him.

But in reality... Qiu Tu and Tang Feifei only have a normal working relationship.

Throughout their relationship, both Qiu Tu and Tang Feifei maintained a certain distance from each other.

They can enjoy each other's bodies, cooperate when dealing with Yan Chen, and consider each other's needs when scheming against enemies.

However... they never meddle in or pry into each other's affairs. This is an unspoken understanding between them.

After all, the two are no longer on the same path.

Therefore... Qiu Tu never told Tang Feifei about such sensitive matters as contacting the evil god, colluding with the alliance, and assassinating the director.

Tang Feifei had a slight suspicion yesterday, but she didn't inquire about it.

Therefore, Tang Feifei had no idea that Qiu Tu was planning to assassinate Yan Chen this morning...

Thinking this, Qiu Tu couldn't help but chuckle.

'Yan Chen seems to have really gotten old... he's even resorting to sowing discord.'

'It seems his mentality has been greatly affected since his failure to advance to the fourth-tier Cataclysm.'

'Besides... what does it matter to me that you two factions have reached an agreement?'

'My schemes within schemes, my plots within plots, are not over yet...'

Thinking this, Qiu Tu couldn't help but look up at the scene of the special forces attack, which was cordoned off by the police tape on the road...

Qiu Tu's reason for forcing Yan Chen to sacrifice Lai Shun was not because he truly wanted reconciliation.

He still has a series of moves planned...

The death of a deputy commissioner is no small matter. The commissioner will have to worry about and handle the aftermath, apprehend the murderer, and retaliate against the coalition forces.

Although this has now been given to Tang Feifei because Yan Chen took the initiative to back down.

However... Qiu Tu had secretly set another trap, just waiting for Yan Chen to step into it before activating it.

Now, although its effectiveness has been greatly reduced because Yan Chen is going to take up a post in the prefecture, it's still usable. Consider it a generous gift from Qiu Tu to Yan Chen before he takes office!

Tang Feifei was worried that after these few months, Yan Chen would gain the support of the "academics" and turn against her and Qiu Tu, so she chose to send Yan Chen away.

But if Tang Feifei could foresee it, how could Qiu Tu not have?

However, his choice differed from Tang Feifei's...

His creed never included the options of backing down or making peace. Only unwavering advance!

Thinking this, and seeing the horrific scene, Qiu Tu took out his communicator and dialed Yu Zhengyi's number.

"Beep...beep...beep..."

Yu Zhengyi seemed to be busy, so the phone rang seven or eight times before it was answered.

Perhaps because of the death of a colleague of the same rank, and feeling a sense of shared sorrow, this old fox could no longer even pretend to be innocent.

He said coldly to Qiu Tu, "Hello, Minister Qiu. What can I do for you?"

With Lai Shungang dead, Qiu Tu certainly couldn't joke around. So he paused for two seconds and said in a low voice, "Director Yu, Director Lai... is dead."

Yu Zhengyi chuckled and then said, "I know."

After saying that, he asked in return, "What does this matter have to do with you, Minister Qiu?"

Qiu Tu, of course, could not admit to this, so he quickly said, "How could this have anything to do with me?"

After saying that, he changed the subject and said, "But... this matter seems to be related to Director Yan."

"Director Yan?" Yu Zhengyi wasn't easily swayed by Qiu Tu's provocation. He asked calmly, "What does this have to do with Director Yan?"

"Don't tell me he orchestrated this. Heh..."

Framing someone requires verifiable evidence. Qiu Tu certainly wouldn't resort to such a simple tactic, so he said, "That's not it."

“But…” Qiu Tu stood by the roadside, watching Lao Ying and Cao Dabiao begin to direct the movement of the corpses, and then made another turn in his head, “Director Yan knew about it.”

This time, Qiu Tu didn't give Yu Zhengyi much time to react.