Reborn as a Noble’s Son
Chapter 1039 - Chapter 1039 Chapter 995 Chen Le Makes His Move

Chapter 1039: Chapter 995: Chen Le Makes His Move Chapter 1039: Chapter 995: Chen Le Makes His Move Fujii’s words elicited a vile smirk on Kenji Ono’s face–as Dongying people had a perverse predilection for such matters, and Kenji Ono was no exception.

However, Kenji Ono understood that now was not the time for celebration. Staring at Fujii, Kenji Ono’s voice took on a serious tone, “Mr. Fujii, patience is a virtue. The time to celebrate has not come yet. Let’s wait for them to come out first.”

At the Rome International Hotel, the sauna and spa services largely mimicked those from Yuedong Province. A single session lasted 90 minutes. During this time, customers naturally enjoyed all kinds of services, which were performed with gusto.

As time flew, and indeed before 90 minutes had passed, Director Fu and the other two leaders from the Hongcheng Machinery Factory emerged from their private room one after another.

Compared to their initial demeanor, all three men wore content smiles on their faces, and their expressions had softened significantly. It seemed as if their relationship had drawn much closer in just a short period.

Fujii moved quickly to settle the bill while Kenji Ono approached with a smile, “Mr. Fu, how was it? Did it feel like a supreme human experience?”

Director Fu showed no embarrassment or discomfort and laughed heartily, “Mr. Kenji, you are too kind. It was truly an eye-opening experience for me. I’ve heard that the level of service in Dongying is even more incredible, and I would love to experience it if I have the chance.”

Now that he had let his guard down, Director Fu’s pretense fell away as he spoke frankly, his words suggesting to Kenji Ono that, although the service was satisfying, it was not enough to secure his help. If they were sincere, they should consider sending some Dongying women over instead.

A fierce look flashed across Kenji Ono’s face as he inwardly sneered. Did these people really think so highly of themselves? Dongying women were not playthings for the likes of them–what wishful thinking.

Yet externally, Kenji Ono maintained a smile, “Mr. Fu, I believe there will be an opportunity.”

At this moment, Kenji Ono’s gaze naturally drifted towards Fujii, who gave a slight nod almost imperceptibly. Only then did Kenji Ono reassure him, “Mr. Fu, let’s head out together.”

After seeing off Director Fu and the two others, Fujii had already walked up behind Kenji Ono. Watching the departing car, Fujii scoffed with contempt, “Wishful thinkers!”

Kneji Ono simply smiled dismissively, a scornful tone in his voice, “Haha, they are but jumping clowns. They’re not worth getting upset over, Mr. Fujii. I think we should go to the room and enjoy the freshly-baked ‘art film.’ Also, let’s see how your filming skills stack up?”

Back in their room at the Rome International Hotel, Kenji Ono immediately turned on the computer and inserted a USB drive, launching a video playback software. Soon, a video began to play on the screen.

It showed a private room with a round red bed under a stainless-steel frame from which red ropes hung. On the side were big balloons and a variety of auxiliary devices.

The lighting in the room was dim, and soon a tall woman entered with a fat man, and music started playing. Then, the woman began to move her body seductively around a pole, her eyes and movements full of suggestive teasing.

It did not take long for the man to lose control and he approached her directly, his face coming into clear focus. It was none other than Director Fu from earlier.

The scene shifted, and the two were now bare. Director Fu’s corpulent body showed unexpected agility as he roamed freely over the woman’s figure.

Then Fujii switched to two more USB drives, with similar content–footage of Director Fu and the other two men in their libertine performances. The camera angles were well-chosen, with clear shots of their faces and full-body reflections from mirrors in the room.

Pleased with what he saw, Kenji Ono smiled and applauded, “Mr. Fujii, your technical skills are impressive. To capture such effects with fixed cameras is remarkable. I will certainly commend you to Mr. Kobayashi and petition the society on your behalf.”

At these words, Fujii’s face blossomed into a pleased grin. In Kenji Ono’s presence, he became even more humble and deferential, “Thank you very much, Mr. Kenji.”

Having said this, Kenji Ono’s expression suddenly became grave, and he spoke in a deep voice, “Mr. Fujii, I think now we can have a talk with Director Fu and the others.”

…

Yishan Heavy Industry’s covert operations were unknown to Hongjiang Province. At this moment, He Yusheng’s brows were tightly furrowed. Within him, there was some pleasure, but more prevalent was worry. The reform of the Hongcheng Machinery Factory was his own initiative. Previously, the primary purpose of proposing this reform was to express a certain attitude to Wen Baogui, showing that he, He Yusheng, still held considerable prestige within the province.

However, after receiving Wen Baogui’s call, and after hearing the opinions and information conveyed by Secretary Nie, He Yusheng’s brows became furrowed.

Unexpectedly, there was such an unforeseen factor within the Hongcheng Machinery Factory, that even internationally renowned conglomerates like Yishan Heavy Industry and Moving Mountain Group were interested.

This made the Hongcheng Machinery Factory an unexpected treasure. Understandably, He Yusheng knew the principle that scarce goods held value–this meant that the reform of the Hongcheng Machinery Factory would not be a problem. Having something that attracted them meant that the bargaining power had already shifted in Hongjiang’s favor.

But the worrying part lay here; indeed, the Hongcheng Machinery Factory contained an alluring asset, the biggest problem, however, was that its exact nature was unknown–whether it was a physical object, a technology, or perhaps some patent. All of this was still a mystery. If this asset was intercepted by these two companies before it was discovered within the province, his responsibility would be tremendous. This was the source of He Yusheng’s frowning concern; great benefits came with great risks.

After a moment of contemplation, He Yusheng felt that relying solely on himself was insufficient. Now, the best course of action was to request a skilled team from the provincial Public Security Department, letting Chen Le’s side assist him. After all, when it came to finding things, in the analysis and deduction of cases, Chen Le’s people were the professionals.

…

At the Public Security Department, within the director’s office located on the top floor, Chen Le’s secretary walked in, looked at Chen Le, and spoke softly, “Boss, Captain Han from the Economic Investigation Brigade is here.”

As the Secretary of the Red River Provincial Political and Law Committee who also served as the head of the Public Security Department, Chen Le also had his own office in the provincial party building, but out of habit, Chen Le still preferred working at the Public Security Department. Unless there were particularly important matters that truly required him to be present elsewhere, Chen Le spent most of his time in the Public Security Department.

Upon hearing his secretary’s words, Chen Le looked up, then said immediately, “Captain Han is here, please invite him in.”

As a seasoned police officer, Chen Le was undoubtedly rich in experience within the system. After speaking with He Yusheng on the phone, Chen Le then called Nie Zhenbang. Having received very clear instructions from Secretary Nie, Chen Le began to contemplate. That something within the Hongcheng Machinery Factory was eagerly sought by both Yishan Heavy Industry and Moving Mountain Group surprised him–how it sounded like a plot from a spy drama. Could it be so miraculous and coincidental?

Despite his thoughts, Chen Le did not dare to be negligent, constantly considering how to investigate the matter. This type of investigation was undoubtedly inappropriate for either public security or criminal investigation–the most suitable candidates were the Economic Investigation Brigade.

Captain Han, who was around fifty years old, entered the room and, facing the bigwig of the Red River Provincial Political and Law Committee, saluted with great respect, “Secretary Chen, Han Xiaojun reports as ordered.”

Chen Le smiled, gestured to the chair in front of his desk, and said warmly, “Comrade Xiaojun, please sit down.”

Once Han Xiaojun was seated, Chen Le got straight to the point. “Captain Han, the reason I called you here is to assign you a task regarding the Hongcheng Machinery Factory.”

With that, Chen Le briefly outlined the situation of the Hongcheng Machinery Factory to Han Xiaojun, and continued, “Captain Han, looking at this information, there must be some remarkable technology or patent inside the Hongcheng Machinery Factory. Based on the intelligence analysis, it’s unlikely to be the mechanical equipment since either company, Yishan or Moving Mountain, surely possesses superior technical equipment compared to the Hongcheng Machinery Factory. Therefore, the most likely possibility is some form of technology or patent. I think after your Economic Investigation Brigade is stationed at the Hongcheng Machinery Factory, you could start looking into these two aspects.”

Listening to Chen Le’s words, Han Xiaojun also became pensive, nodding in agreement with the analysis, “Secretary Chen’s analysis seems very likely. Additionally, I believe the patent might be a bigger possibility. If it were solely a technique, and the principle was understood, both Yishan and Moving Mountain Group’s technological reserves would make it not difficult to imitate. Only a patent could cause such concern for these two companies. Please rest assured, Secretary Chen, we will ensure the task is completed.”

With the Economic Investigation Brigade stationed at the Hongcheng Machinery Factory, they began investigating the factory’s records and technological reserves. In addition, with the assistance of the local police station, the brigade’s officers also started a thorough investigation of the factory’s veteran workers.

Outside the meeting room of the Hongcheng Machinery Factory, Director Fu and two other deputies looked at the bustling policemen inside. Their expressions were solemn–they couldn’t quite understand why so many police officers had suddenly taken up posts at the Hongcheng Machinery Factory. Could it be that something had happened?

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