Right now, Zhang Yuanyuan is studying at Wuning University, and Secretary Zhang rented an apartment for her to live in.
Since Zhang Yuanyuan's mother passed away early, it's fair to say the father and daughter rely on each other for everything.
Zhang Jianming is busy with work, and Zhang Yuanyuan is very independent, rarely asking about her father's work matters.
After this incident occurred, the city's discipline inspection commission kept it confidential, without alarming Zhang Yuanyuan, and Zhang Jianming is still under investigation.
The previous commission investigations were short, with difficulties in gathering evidence; as long as there were no issues, they would release the person promptly.
Now it's different; even without substantive evidence, one can be detained and investigated for six months, leaving most corrupt officials with no escape route.
However, Zhang Jianming is surprisingly still holding on, without providing a shred of evidence.
Because in this lifetime, what he sent to Lin Hao hasn't been intercepted by the commission; therefore, until now, the commission hasn't caught any substantive incriminating evidence.
While Lin Hao has gathered a lot of evidence of crimes, he doesn't know if he can save Zhang Jianming, but he still wants to try.
Moreover, since Zhang Jianming entrusted his daughter to him, he had to meet Zhang Yuanyuan and also provide for her living expenses and tuition.
From the county to the city, it's just a forty-minute drive; soon, Lin Hao's car drove into a high-end residential area.
According to the house number Yuanyuan gave him, Lin Hao found the beauty's residence and directly pressed the doorbell.
"I'm coming!" A beautiful woman hurriedly opened the door.
The beauty in front of his eyes was wearing a T-shirt paired with a short skirt, showing off her golden ratio figure.
A pure yet charming face, though not overwhelmingly beautiful, was still a top-tier campus belle.
"Are you Lin Hao? Come in quickly." Zhang Yuanyuan was overjoyed.
"You know me?" Lin Hao smiled and walked in slowly.
"I've seen your photo, my dad sent it to me." Zhang Yuanyuan replied.
So, it seems Zhang Jianming had planned to entrust his daughter to him from the start; otherwise, he wouldn't specifically send his photo to his daughter.
The two-bedroom layout had all the furnishings in the living room. After Lin Hao sat down, Zhang Yuanyuan brought hot water.
"Lin Hao, what's happened to Dad? No wonder his phone has been off all along." Zhang Yuanyuan was completely unaware.
"Yuanyuan, your dad's situation is nothing too serious or too trivial. You're his only family, and I don't want to hide it from you, but you must stay calm after hearing it, okay?" Lin Hao said solemnly.
Zhang Yuanyuan paused slightly, a chill running through her heart. She took a deep breath and said, "Lin Hao, go on."
"Your dad has been reported for corruption and bribery; the city's discipline inspection commission is investigating. However, I believe Secretary Zhang is innocent, and everything will be fine." Lin Hao said truthfully, but he withheld many details.
"What? Corruption? Impossible! How could this happen? Woo woo woo..." Zhang Yuanyuan broke down crying as she spoke.
As a university student, she had seen many examples online of people being sent to prison after a commission investigation.
Just thinking of her father, who she depended on, being sent to jail made Zhang Yuanyuan burst into tears.
"Yuanyuan, don't cry!" Lin Hao hurried forward to comfort her but didn't know what to say.
Zhang Yuanyuan was heartbroken, her tears streaming down, causing Lin Hao to fumble around to hand her tissue.
"Woo woo woo... Corruption and bribery? How is it possible? If my dad were corrupt, he'd have money to buy this apartment instead of renting it for me." Zhang Yuanyuan cried.
Lin Hao inwardly praised Secretary Zhang for his cleverness; his daughter knew nothing and had no doubts.
If the city's discipline inspection commission questioned the beauty, they would conclude someone must be spreading rumors, and Secretary Zhang was surely wronged.
As the saying goes, catch a thief with the stolen goods, catch an adulterer in the act. Even if someone reports it, without seeing the bribery money, how can they say bribery happened?
The commission did not summon Zhang Yuanyuan, nor did they ask her to assist in the investigation, which was somewhat intriguing.
"Yes, I also think Secretary Zhang wouldn't commit corruption, and I believe the commission will investigate thoroughly and clear Secretary Zhang's name." Lin Hao nodded slightly, speaking in a deep voice.
"Lin Hao, do you think I can visit my dad?" Zhang Yuanyuan asked through tears, looking sorrowful.
"Yuanyuan, the organization's discipline is very strict now. During the investigation, he can't see anyone. However, without solid evidence, the commission wouldn't dare do anything to Secretary Zhang." Lin Hao comforted again.
"But without Dad... what should I do? Woo woo woo..." Zhang Yuanyuan cried once more.
"Before your dad left, he entrusted you to me for care. So, all your tuition and living expenses in the future will be paid by me. If there's anything you need, call me, and I will handle it for you." Lin Hao quickly stated the most important thing.
"I don't want your care; I just want my dad. Woo woo woo..." Zhang Yuanyuan kept crying.
Lin Hao continued to comfort from the side, and after much coaxing, the young woman finally stopped crying.
"Lin Hao, please think of a way for me to see my dad." Zhang Yuanyuan clutched Lin Hao's arm, looking hopeful.
"Haven't I already told you? The organization is investigating now; your dad can't see anyone." Lin Hao looked troubled.
"Lin Hao, please, Lin, help me think of a way. I really want to know my dad's situation." Zhang Yuanyuan held onto his arm, unwilling to let go.
"Yuanyuan, how about this; I can inquire about your dad's situation, but meeting him would likely be very difficult." Lin Hao decided to help this vulnerable young woman.
"Thank you, Lin!" Zhang Yuanyuan finally managed a smile.
"Okay, I'll transfer you some living expenses first. Let me know if it's not enough." Lin Hao took out his phone and made a transfer.
Zhang Yuanyuan opened it and saw the amount, but didn't pay much attention, directly accepting it.
"Lin, did you... did you transfer me a hundred thousand?"
Originally, Zhang Yuanyuan thought it was ten thousand, but upon accepting, she found it was ten times more and was utterly surprised.
"Yes, a hundred thousand, covering your living expenses, tuition, clothes, and occasional outings to treat classmates... it's a big expense." Lin Hao nodded in confirmation.
"Lin, I'm about to graduate; I won't spend that much. Two or three thousand would be enough." Zhang Yuanyuan felt a bit embarrassed.
"Just take it. What I can do for Secretary Zhang now is to take good care of you." Lin Hao felt a rush of emotions.
"Lin, thank you." Zhang Yuanyuan misunderstood his intention to care for her, blushing shyly.
Lin Hao noticed her red face and worriedly asked, "Yuanyuan, why is your face so red? Are you not feeling well? Could you be sick?"
"I'm... I'm fine, just a bit hot." Zhang Yuanyuan hurriedly got up and went to the bathroom.