"Hehe!"
Qin Yu forced a laugh, but his smile was more agonized than joyful. When he had just seen the faces in the photo clearly, his legs went weak, and he nearly slipped off the chair. It was truly a tearless moment. The young man and woman in the picture were none other than Meng Fang and Meng Yao, Meng Feng's children.
Meng Feng, the current head of the family, was very likely to be his future father-in-law. Qin Yu couldn't help but imagine the expression on Meng Feng's face when he found out about his relationship with Meng Yao. He could already picture it vividly.
"So, it's you, huh? Don't you dislike my interrogative tone? Why did you come to my house?" If Meng Feng knew that Qin Yu was his daughter's boyfriend, the situation would undoubtedly be quite interesting.
Qin Yu had endured the fact that Meng Feng was Meng Yao's father. After all, it was just a matter of his tone during the interrogation. What harm could it do? Even if it meant cold sarcasm, he would have to wear a smiley face.
Another issue was that Meng Feng called him Master Qin, while he was his daughter's boyfriend. The address was all messed up. Even if Meng Yao had a good temper, she would definitely lose her temper upon hearing that.
"Sealing off the Knife Tower is a bit tricky. The relations between the two countries have already deteriorated to the edge. Mishandling the situation can easily spark a dispute. If the conflict escalates, it will be difficult to handle," Meng Feng found Qin Yu's proposed method challenging to implement.
Dealing with international matters required extreme caution, especially when it involved someone like Mitsui Piao Jin, the president of a powerful conglomerate in Japan. Without a convincing argument, it would be difficult to take action against him.
"Are we just going to let the Japanese succeed in their conspiracy and wait for the dragon's veins to be completely destroyed?" Although he knew that Meng Feng was Meng Yao's father, Qin Yu couldn't help but say these words.
Qin Yu wasn't exactly a hothead, but he had never had a favorable impression of the Japanese. They were a nation with ambitious desires. Living in such a small country surrounded by the sea, they were always at risk of being wiped out. In his heart, he believed that this nation always had the intention to invade other countries, especially China.
"Of course, we can't let them proceed unchecked," Meng Feng rubbed his forehead with his palm. This matter required finding a solution that would resolve the issue with the dragon's veins without provoking a dispute with Japan. It had to be a win-win approach.
"Seems like that's the only way." Meng Feng fell silent for a moment, and a flash of cunning crossed his face as he said to Qin Yu, "Do you know what the Americans often do?"
"The Americans? Invade other countries, interfere in their internal affairs, seize their resources," Qin Yu pondered for a moment before responding.
"That's right. But every time the Americans deploy their forces, they always have a very legitimate excuse: fighting terrorism."
"So, you mean we should also use the pretext of fighting terrorism? But this is our own territory. Besides, where would terrorists come from in Guangzhou?" Qin Yu was puzzled.
"There are no terrorists, but we can make it appear that way," Meng Feng's face revealed a cunning smile. He continued, "If terrorists were to appear in the industrial zone, the special police forces could seal off the entire area, gaining fame and the Japanese would have nothing to say."
"Are you suggesting that we find someone to play the role of a terrorist?" Qin Yu was shocked. This approach carried significant political risks. After all, the presence of terrorists in an area would greatly impact the investment environment and also affect key officials.
However, in a moment of reflection, Qin Yu thought that this might actually be the most suitable approach. It would not only silence the Japanese but also achieve the desired outcome. If terrorists appeared, it could be justified as safeguarding the safety of the people of Guangzhou. There would be no fault in sealing off the industrial zone.
"I'll handle this matter. Prepare yourself in advance and infiltrate the special police forces to enter the Knife Tower. But your time will be limited, at most half a day. If it drags on, it will give those ambitious countries an opportunity to criticize our country's counter-terrorism capabilities."
"What if I find evidence of Mitsui Piao Jin's wrongdoing inside the Knife Tower?" Qin Yu inquired further.
"In that case, he can forget about leaving China for the rest of his life." Meng Feng's expression turned serious. China was no longer the weak country it once was. Anyone who dared to provoke it would face the sanctions of Chinese law once the evidence was obtained.
Especially with the new leadership team taking office, China had gradually moved away from its previous policy of weak diplomacy. As a senior government official, Meng Feng was well aware of the changing winds from the central leadership.
"Alright, I'll go in with the special police when the time comes."
Qin Yu nodded, satisfied with Meng Feng's response. If evidence of the Japanese involvement was found and they allowed the culprits to leave without consequences, Qin Yu would inevitably feel disappointed with Meng Feng. It had nothing to do with his relationship with Meng Yao; it was a disappointment as a citizen towards the country. Fortunately, his future father-in-law was quite reliable and hadn't let him down.
"Alright, official matters are settled. Now, let's talk about something personal. Do you happen to have any solutions for this Guitou Line?"
Meng Feng picked up a cigarette from the table and handed it to Qin Yu. Qin Yu hurriedly stood up and reached out to accept it. After all, Meng Feng was his future father-in-law, so he didn't dare to sit casually. He took out a lighter and lit it for Meng Feng, causing Meng Feng to look at him with a strange look in his eyes.
"We'll have to assess the specific situation of the Hidden Dragon before coming up with a solution, but there should be a way to resolve it," Qin Yu nodded. If Meng Feng wasn't Meng Yao's father, he would have considered the situation before getting involved. After all, the Hidden Dragon was born from the gathering of heaven and earth's spiritual energy, and anyone who harms the Hidden Dragon's fetus must face retribution. It was divine punishment.
However, since the person in front of him was his future father-in-law, no matter how difficult it was, Qin Yu had to find a way to resolve this grudge of the dragon. Otherwise, he wouldn't be able to explain it to Meng Yao in the future.
"So, how should we proceed?"
"I don't have any tools with me at the moment. Once I go back and prepare some things, I'll be able to determine the specific situation of the Hidden Dragon."
Unlike dragon veins, which leave traces, the Hidden Dragon is elusive when it hasn't ascended. It lurks in the deep abyss, unfathomable. Qin Yu could only determine a specific range, but finding the Hidden Dragon required special means and tools.
"Then, I'll leave it to you, Master Qin."
"I will do my best, no need to worry." Qin Yu stood up straight, giving Meng Feng his assurance. His posture was like that of a subordinate giving a guarantee to a superior, displaying utmost sincerity.
"You don't have to see us off, considering your busy schedule. We can leave on our own."
"Haha, it's alright. I'm just taking advantage of this time to enjoy a little leisure."
Li Weijun and Zhang Hua, who were waiting downstairs, heard a voice full of flattery coming from the second floor, followed by a hearty laughter. Two figures emerged from the study, Meng Feng and Qin Yu. It was Qin Yu who had spoken in that flattering tone.
Li Weijun and Zhang Hua exchanged glances, both wearing skeptical expressions. While waiting downstairs, they were worried that the two in the study would clash with each other again. How could their attitudes change so drastically in just a short time? It was hard to understand.
"Xiaoyu, what did you and Secretary Meng talk about in the study? How did your attitudes suddenly change so quickly?" After bidding farewell to Meng Feng, Qin Yu and Zhang Hua got into Li Weijun's car. Zhang Hua couldn't help but ask.
"Can't I change? He's our future father-in-law. We're going to marry his precious daughter, so we must pass the father-in-law test," Qin Yu muttered to himself, ignoring his cousin Zhang Hua. He took out his phone, intending to call Meng Yao and ask about her family situation.
However, what Qin Yu didn't know was that after he left, Meng Feng watched his disappearing figure and a gleam flashed in his eyes. He murmured to himself, "When the young man saw the photo on the table, his expression changed drastically. Although he thought he concealed it well, how could it escape my eyes? Moreover, his attitude changed so much before and after. He must know someone in the photo. If he knows Xiao Fang, there's no need for such a reaction. The only possibility is that he knows Yao Yao."
Meng Feng, being the top of his province, had a keen sense of observation and understanding of people. His analysis was almost spot-on, aligning with reality. Realizing that the other person knew his daughter, and the drastic change in attitude, a strange expression appeared on his face.
"No, I have to call Yao Yao and ask what kind of relationship she has with this kid."
Almost simultaneously, Meng Feng and Qin Yu dialed Meng Yao's phone, one using a mobile phone and the other a landline.
However, both were disappointed as Meng Yao's phone was switched off, and the familiar automated voice in standard English reached the ears of the two men.