The car hadn't gone far when Lin Hao received a call from Director Kang of the police station.

"County Magistrate Lin, that Master Jin San has confessed," Director Kang reported.

"Who's behind him?" Lin Hao asked.

"County Magistrate Lin, Master Jin San confessed to being instructed by a woman named Shen Ping. I've investigated this Shen Ping; she's part of the Shen Family. I've already sent people to apprehend her, but I suspect..." Director Kang hesitated.

"You mean you can't catch Shen Ping?" Lin Hao said in a deep voice.

"The person behind the scenes is very cunning and likely will cut off the clues. But this Shen Ping is part of the Shen Family, and I suspect..." Director Kang didn't finish the sentence, but it was already quite clear.

Lin Hao felt a twist in his heart, knowing that the old man from the Shen Family must have already suspected him, hence sending people to follow and investigate him.

Actually, there is also a set of rules about who benefits in the political scene.

In the complex and treacherous world of politics, even if you don't know who is behind it, you just need to see who truly benefits to discover some clues.

This time, the political upheaval in Wucheng County, Lin Hao is undoubtedly the biggest beneficiary.

Although Lin Hao had hidden his strength and seemed low-key, in the end, as long as he was the one who ascended fastest and benefited the most, wouldn't they suspect him?

Now there are two options: one is to continue the pursuit of Shen Ping's whereabouts to put pressure on the old man of the Shen Family; the other is to pretend ignorance and let the matter be forgotten.

Lin Hao knew that after Shen Sihai was captured, the Shen Family had already brought back his brother to take charge, and although Zhou Banghuai and his ilk had fallen, the Shen Family's power was still immense.

However, this time the new energy project excluded the Shen Family, making them lose a chance to grow and develop.

Lin Hao pondered for a moment and said, "Director Kang, regardless of whose family Shen Ping belongs to, you must continue to investigate. Just enforce the law impartially."

"I understand, County Magistrate Lin," Director Kang instantly grasped the meaning.

"You need to act alone on this matter. If Director Liu has any opinions, just say it's my directive, and tell him not to interfere," Lin Hao instructed.

"Alright, I got it," Director Kang enjoined with joy.

Because he was just a deputy director, and most of the time it was Director Liu calling the shots, now with Lin Hao's backing, naturally, he no longer needed to fear Director Liu.

Of course, Lin Hao letting him say so implicitly confirmed that he was under his wing, giving Director Liu ten guts wouldn't dare move against him.

With Lin Hao's towering authority now, Director Kang was eager to lean on this great support, hence he would undoubtedly do his utmost to handle this matter well.

After Lin Hao hung up the phone, Liu Tingting asked, "So? Have you caught the one trailing you?"

"The one directing them to trail me is someone named Shen Ping, likely part of the Shen Family, but we haven't apprehended her yet," Lin Hao responded candidly.

"Shen Ping? She's not simple; an outsider for the Shen Family, like the old man's goddaughter." Liu Tingting seemed to understand some of the Shen Family's dynamics.

"Goddaughter? So this matter could have been orchestrated by the old man of the Shen Family?" Lin Hao clearly realized a lot.

"Behind the Shen Family are the Four Great Clans, their power is vast and deeply rooted, how did you end up provoking them?" Liu Tingting asked in puzzlement.

Lin Hao naturally couldn't tell her it was because he took down the protective umbrella, Zhou Banghuai and his group, from the Four Great Clans.

"Last time the Shen Family invited me for dinner, probably aiming to win me over, I didn't go, assumedly they decided to move against me," Lin Hao casually came up with a reason.

"I never understood why the Four Great Clans were so brazen until Zhou Banghuai and others were captured, and I realized Zhou Banghuai was their protective shield, no wonder they could bully us in Wucheng County. Ever since Zhou Banghuai and others were caught, the Four Great Clans have quieted down; later many from their clans were also taken in for questioning, I assume investigations are still deepening from above..." Liu Tingting said with a smile.

"Indeed, we didn't expect this either, gotta say, the city's discipline inspection committee has got something," Lin Hao replied with a grin.

"County Magistrate Lin, you'd better stay away from the Shen Family, and especially don't get involved with the Four Great Clans; they're trouble and will affect your promising career," advised Liu Tingting.

Lin Hao nodded slightly, smiling as he said, "I did steer clear of the Shen Family, that's why they sent people to trail me; seems I should distance myself further to avoid getting hurt."

"Rest assured, as long as you don't get entangled with the Shen Family, they won't dare do anything to you. However, do be cautious," Liu Tingting urged.

"Got it, my Ms. Ting, thanks for your concern," Lin Hao chuckled.

"Good that you know your sister cares!" Liu Tingting's eyes glimmered with allure, sweeping sideways with her sensual gaze.

...

The distance from the county road to Quan Shui Town isn't far, just about a thirty-minute drive.

As the car drove into the town government courtyard, Deputy Mayor Feng Daqiang strode forward with a young lady.

Liu Tingting quickly introduced, "County Magistrate Lin, this is my husband Feng Daqiang, also the deputy mayor of Quan Shui Town."

"County Magistrate Lin, welcome, welcome!" Feng Daqiang stepped forward, slightly bowed, and extended his hand.

"Mayor Feng, hello!" Lin Hao smiled and shook his hand.

This Feng Daqiang truly lived up to his name, exuding a sense of height and strength, though from Liu Tingting's tone, it seemed he wasn't quite capable in bed!

Looking at the man Lin Hao had cuckolded many times, he suddenly felt an inexplicable thrill below.

Nonetheless, he remained composed as if nothing had happened; his inner poise was exceptionally strong.

Liu Tingting had been somewhat worried about the two men meeting, unexpectedly Lin Hao showed an unwavering demeanor, which made her secretly relieved.

Truthfully, if it weren't for Feng Daqiang pestering her, she wouldn't have wanted to bring Lin Hao to Quan Shui Town, let alone have the two men meet.

Considering both men had slept with her, she felt somewhat awkward, but seeing them both behaving calmly now, she showed a smile.

"This is Luo Menghan from our town office," Feng Daqiang introduced the woman beside him.

Luo Menghan was a twenty-something lady, reasonably attractive, albeit lacking Liu Tingting's beauty, with a petite figure like Li Jia's.

The young lady stepped forward offering her hand, saying, "County Magistrate Lin, welcome, welcome!"

"Hello, Xiaoluo!" Lin Hao replied courteously, shaking her hand.

Liu Tingting then asked, "County Magistrate Lin, shall we have some tea inside before heading off, or go directly to the site?"

"Let's go directly to the site," Lin Hao answered.

"The rural roads are quite narrow. If there's four of us, we should take our car," Feng Daqiang suggested.

"Alright, I'll sit in the front row, and the two ladies can sit in the back," Lin Hao agreed promptly.

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