Supreme Divine Physician in the City
Chapter 490: Capture Him

Chapter 490: Chapter 490: Capture Him

Hu Zhangguo looked at Ye Xuan, puzzled, not understanding why he would say such a thing.

After the call connected, Ye Xuan didn’t beat around the bush and directly recounted the situation, then said, "Old Jiang, there’s no need for me to tell you what to do, you should be clear on that. If you don’t handle it in ten minutes, I will take matters into my own hands!"

Finished speaking, Ye Xuan hung up the phone, knowing what Jiang Jianguo would do.

Hu Zhangguo watched with a curious face, asking, "Who did you call, and can he really manage Huang Xinyu? Also, why do you call him ’Old Jiang’?"

Ye Xuan sneered, "They call the deputy mayor, I call the mayor, let’s see who’s more formidable."

What?

Upon hearing this, Hu Zhangguo jumped in fright. The call was to Jiang Jianguo?

A look of shock spread across Hu Zhangguo’s face; Jiang Jianguo’s status in East Sea City was unrivaled!

Especially since the Jiang Family wielded influence even at higher levels, and Jiang Jianguo’s father was a veteran leader in Jianghai Province.

But just now, he spoke to Jiang Jianguo with a commanding tone! Where was even a hint of respect for the mayor?

Amazed at the bottom of his heart, Hu Zhangguo found the young man before him even more inscrutable.

As they spoke, Cao Zhixiong also finished his phone call.

Exchanging glances with the other officials, sinister smiles spread across their faces. Cao Zhixiong pointed at Hu Zhangguo and sneered, "I’m terribly sorry, County Chief Hu! After consulting with Deputy Mayor Li, he has decided to suspend all of your duties, and I will temporarily assume the role of Cangling County Chief! Heh heh... As for you, I’m afraid you’ll have to suffer a bit."

Hearing this, a knot formed in Hu Zhangguo’s heart, and with an ominous feeling, he loudly demanded an explanation, "Cao Zhixiong, what do you mean? Explain yourself, what do you mean by ’suffer a bit’?"

Cao Zhixiong gave an eerie response, "What do I mean? Hu Zhangguo, haven’t you realized yet? Your time as county chief is over, you are about to be arrested and thrown into prison! As for what charge of violence the court will convict you of, that’s none of my business. You can’t blame me, this is Deputy Mayor Li’s decision, and I’m merely following orders..."

As he said this, he looked at Ye Xuan beside him, his face alight with schadenfreude, "As for this kid by your side, it’s possible he’ll rot in jail for life, never thinking of getting out again!"

Hu Zhangguo’s expression darkened as he coldly retorted, "You can target me if you like, but this young man is not to blame, I instructed him to do everything! Don’t falsely accuse the innocent, let him go! I’ll assume full responsibility."

In Hu Zhangguo’s view, his official career had already hit a dead end. Instead of both of them being imprisoned, it was better for him to bear the burden alone.

After all, Ye Xuan was still young. If he were to spend his life in prison, his entire life would be ruined!

Cao Zhixiong’s mockingly chuckled, "Hu Zhangguo, you’d better save that explanation for the judge in court. This kid is the instigator of all the troubles. You’re thinking of taking his blame? Ha-ha, do you still think you’re the county chief? You can’t even save yourself, so how are you supposed to save someone else?"

Hu Zhangguo’s complexion turned grim, lost for words.

"Ha-ha-ha-ha...."

Just then, a crazed laughter erupted nearby:

"Hu Zhangguo, and you, you little punk, you’re both finished! I’m Deputy Mayor Li’s man. Dare to cross me, and wait to rot in jail!"

Huang Xinyu’s face flushed with excitement, he ranted with a neurotic frenzy, red eyes brimming with ferocity.

At that moment, he looked anything but a leader, more like a lunatic who had run away from a mental hospital!

"Hehe, County Chief Hu, we’ve had some dealings. Rest assured, once you’re locked up in prison, I’ll take care of your sister-in-law and daughter."

Another official spoke with a smile, appearing serious, but the underlying meaning of his words was ominous.

Especially the malicious glint in his eyes that sent a chill through Hu Zhangguo’s heart!

"Old Hu, just go in peace. I hear your daughter is quite the beauty, a real gem. I’ll take good care of her marriage arrangements."

"Hu Zhangguo, you are truly stubborn to a fault, always talking about developing Cangling County. But who would want to stay in such a poor and backward place?"

"Exactly! Water flows downwards; people climb upwards. Everyone only thinks of leaving Cangling County to seek better opportunities. Yet, you drag us to inspect Yellow Stone Creek Village, a godforsaken place; who would want to develop there?"

They say when the wall falls, everyone pushes. And that was the situation Hu Zhangguo found himself in!

Now, everyone wore a look of disdain on their faces. Those who had previously fawned over him, upon seeing his misfortune, changed their expressions one by one.

Even the way they addressed him had shifted from the respectful ’County Chief Hu’ to the dismissive ’Old Hu’, some even addressed him by his name. Even a low-ranking clerk, the lowest in the crowd, mocked him without any regard.

Watching this scene, Hu Zhangguo felt a profound sadness, remaining silent for a long time. He simply didn’t know what to say.

Glancing at Ye Xuan by his side, seeing his undisturbed expression, the air of calm and composure made Hu feel a chill.

Remembering the phone call he’d received earlier, Hu Zhangguo clenched his teeth and spoke to the crowd with a firm tone, "No matter what, I will take full responsibility for today’s events. I’ll shoulder this young man’s sin! However, I hope you’ll have some conscience. You can target me, but there are still many people in Cangling County living in poverty. Many of you are locals. Don’t you want to contribute to your hometown and help develop Cangling County?"

Huang Xinyu, with all four limbs broken, was now lying on the couch. Upon hearing this, his face contorted fiercely as he roared:

"Hu Zhangguo, you’re hopelessly naive! With mountains blocking its way, and transportation difficulties, who the hell wants to develop this godforsaken place? Vice Mayor Li’s policy is absolutely correct; it is important to think of the big picture, to prioritize the development of the East Sea Center District and not let peripheral poor areas hold us back! And only you, fool, want to help those troublemakers in Yellow Stone Creek Village get out of poverty. What the hell does it have to do with you?"

After hearing his words, Hu Zhangguo sighed secretly, feeling a complex mixture of emotions.

It was exactly for these reasons that no one was on the same page as him, that a single person struggled to garner support, which was why Cangling County and Yellow Stone Creek Village were still underdeveloped.

"County Chief Hu, have you forgotten what I told you? These animals will regret it soon."

Ye Xuan let out a slight smile, patted Hu Zhangguo’s shoulder, and offered a word of comfort.

"Regret? Heh heh, I don’t think we are the ones who will be regretting; it’s you who are about to be finished!" Cao Zhixiong sneered mockingly.

Thump, thump, thump.

No sooner had his words fallen than urgent footsteps sounded at the door, and a group of police officers burst in.

"Haha, what did I tell you? Look, kid, let’s see who’ll be regretting now, you or us!"

Seeing this, Cao Zhixiong laughed out loud and directed the police officers:

"County Chief Hu has abused his power for personal gain, shielded criminals, and his crimes are heinous. Arrest him!"