Neither man had directly implicated Pan Youguang.
They must have received a warning from Pan Youguang beforehand.
But now, even a blind man could tell that Pan Youguang was involved.
Chen Zhongming said pointedly, "If you've been wronged, you can discuss it with me, the mayor. Why insist on clinging to District Chief Pan?"
Neither man spoke again. They merely looked to Pan Youguang for help.
Pan Youguang said, "Don't worry. Go with Mayor Chen, and you'll be fine."
Then he added, "Think carefully about your families. Don't do anything foolish. Remember, the net of justice may have a wide mesh, but nothing slips through."
Only then did the two men finally stop struggling.
Chen Zhongming and He Kui shot fierce glares at Pan Youguang, who pretended not to notice.
"All right, let's not hold up the preparations here. There are still exams tomorrow and the day after. Let's give the staff some time to clean up."
"Yes."
With Chen Zhongming leading the way, the group headed out of the exam venue.
Chen Zhongming glanced at He Kui, who was following behind him.
"Bureau Chief He, you're the hero of this case. Shall we walk together and chat?"
"All right."
He Kui did not refuse. He quickened his pace and caught up with Chen Zhongming.
"Bureau Chief He, I've heard a great deal about your character. Now that we've met, I see your reputation is well deserved."
After saying this, he smiled and glanced at Pan Youguang, whose face was black as thunder.
"Calm under pressure, planning every move-you truly set an example for the other officials of our United Government."
"You flatter me, Mayor Chen."
"Not at all. Without you here today, who knows what might have happened? We might not even have caught those two examiners!"
Knowing that