Chapter 103: Tonight, It’s Just You and Me (Part 2)

Zhou Lang and Li Mengxue held each other tightly, but sleep eluded them.

This was a night worth remembering, especially for Li Mengxue. Zhou Lang knew that he and Li Mengxue might have a chance to be together in the future, so his heart wasn't as heavy. However, Li Mengxue didn't know that Zhou Lang was a Cultivator. She thought this was the last night she could share intimate moments with him, and thus, she cherished it all the more.

"Having a night like this to remember, I haven't lived this life in vain. If there is a next life, I hope to meet you sooner," Li Mengxue said, curling up in Zhou Lang's embrace.

Zhou Lang said nothing more, simply holding Li Mengxue close…

At this moment, silence spoke louder than words.

The night passed without a word. The next morning, Zhou Lang left Li Mengxue's Villa, preparing to head to the Arctic Judo Hall to visit Ivanova.

He hadn't seen Ivanova for some time, and felt a bit apologetic. He had returned to Feiyun City last night intending to see her, but Li Mengxue's incident had delayed those plans.

Li Mengxue watched Zhou Lang leave, her eyes filled with reluctance. However, she knew that since she had made her decision, she shouldn't cling to him anymore. She was a girl with relatively traditional values. Although she had slept with Zhou Lang last night, the thought that he already had a girlfriend made her feel a sense of guilt, as if she were breaking up a family and acting as the "other woman."

The next morning, Secretary Lei Gang of Feiyun City presided over the Municipal Standing Committee meeting.

At the end of the meeting, Secretary Lei Gang brought up the events of last night in a casual manner. He explicitly criticized Deputy Minister Jiang Dezhi, stating that he had failed to maintain strict family discipline, allowing Jiang Zhengqiu to act arrogantly and domineeringly outside. Not only did he fail to discipline him, but he also condoned and even supported his reckless behavior. Therefore, the Municipal Committee would strictly investigate this case and hold the relevant parties accountable.

Secretary Lei demanded that all leading cadres in the city strictly supervise their children and relatives, warning them not to cross the legal line. Once a crime was committed, it would be handled strictly, with no tolerance.

Although Secretary Lei Gang usually appeared in the public eye with a stern image, he had never spoken in such a harsh tone at a Municipal Standing Committee meeting before.

The mayor, the two vice mayors, the head of the Organization Department, the head of the Propaganda Department, as well as the secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission and the secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission were all seasoned officials; they naturally understood that Secretary Lei's words were definitely aimed at someone.

Vice Mayor Yan Jialin was particularly shocked. Previously, he had intended to help Deputy Minister Jiang Dezhi rescue Jiang Zhengqiu and take down Police Chief Sun Yongkang for not giving them Face. But now, how could he not understand? Police Chief Sun Yongkang's arrest of Jiang Zhengqiu and Li Zhigang last night must have been arranged by Secretary Lei Gang.

If he were to frame Police Chief Sun Yongkang over this matter, wouldn't that be going against Secretary Lei Gang?

In Feiyun City, Secretary Lei Gang was undoubtedly the number one power. Moreover, many knew that behind Secretary Lei Gang stood the towering tree that was General Qin. In Feiyun City, whoever dared to oppose Secretary Lei Gang was practically courting death.

Consequently, Vice Mayor Yan Jialin felt gloomy. He vaguely guessed that either Zhou Lang or Li Mengxue, or perhaps both, had a Heaven-Defying background and a deep relationship with Secretary Lei Gang. If Deputy Minister Jiang Dezhi really went to sabotage Police Chief Sun Yongkang and retaliate against Zhou Lang and Li Mengxue, and something went wrong, it would surely drag him into it as well.

After the Standing Committee meeting adjourned, Vice Mayor Yan Jialin returned to his office. After having his secretary close the door, he immediately called Deputy Minister Jiang Dezhi.

His secretary was his trusted confidant, and in his office, everything remained absolutely confidential.

"Old Jiang, cancel all the plans I mentioned to you last night. Without my notification, you are not allowed to make any underhanded moves against Police Chief Sun Yongkang, Zhou Lang, Li Mengxue, or Captain Tang Fei."

As soon as the call connected, Vice Mayor Yan Jialin said this to Deputy Minister Jiang Dezhi with great seriousness. He was a veteran in the political arena and naturally knew how to handle such matters in a timely manner.

"Leader, what's wrong?"

Deputy Minister Jiang Dezhi didn't know what had happened and asked in shock. After returning last night, he hadn't been able to sleep, constantly thinking about how to deal with Police Chief Sun Yongkang and rescue his son. He had already formed a plan, but he hadn't expected to have a bucket of cold water poured on him by Vice Mayor Yan Jialin before the action even started.

"Secretary Lei Gang explicitly criticized you at the Standing Committee meeting today. It seems the arrest of your son last night was something he arranged for Police Chief Sun Yongkang to do."

Vice Mayor Yan Jialin said, "You and Chief Wu Kai are likely to be investigated. I am warning you, you had better not drag me into any of your affairs. Once you drag me in, if you fall, there won't even be anyone left to save you."

Hearing Vice Mayor Yan Jialin's words, Deputy Minister Jiang Dezhi nearly collapsed. His mind went blank, and he was almost unable to speak.

"What, didn't you hear me? Or do you have some other ideas?"

But Vice Mayor Yan Jialin didn't give Deputy Minister Jiang Dezhi any time, immediately asking coldly.

"Leader, I will definitely keep a low profile during this time. If I really get into trouble, I definitely won't implicate you. I just hope you can save me."

Hearing Vice Mayor Yan Jialin's stern tone, Deputy Minister Jiang Dezhi snapped out of it and hurriedly said.

"It's good that you know. You are my trusted confidant, so of course I won't let anything major happen to you. If your son didn't commit a serious offense, he'll be out after a few months of re-education. He's still young; facing setbacks isn't necessarily a bad thing. Besides, you need to warn that guy, Chief Wu Kai, and make sure he doesn't cause any trouble."

Vice Mayor Yan Jialin sighed in relief. He was a true expert in such matters. Aside from preventing Deputy Minister Jiang Dezhi from acting rashly, this phone call was also meant to stabilize the emotions of Deputy Minister Jiang Dezhi and Chief Wu Kai. If they were truly investigated, he did not want to be implicated.

Arriving outside the Arctic Judo Hall, Zhou Lang called Ivanova.

"Brother Lang, you finally contacted me. I haven't even been able to see you for a while. You say you're Cultivating every day—are you afraid of Zhao Xiaorou and just putting me off?"

As soon as the call connected, Ivanova complained over the phone.

"I've really been very busy lately. Not only have I been busy Cultivating, but I also took a trip to the provincial capital. However, I'm outside your Judo Hall right now."

Zhou Lang said with a smile.

"Brother Lang, is that true? I only got off work at 2:00 AM last night, and I'm still sleeping. Wait a few minutes for me; I'll come out right away."

Ivanova was both surprised and happy.

"Would I lie to you? I'll wait for you."

Zhou Lang smiled slightly and hung up the phone.

About five minutes later, Ivanova walked out of the Arctic Judo Hall.

She was dressed in her usual T-shirt and denim shorts, revealing her long, beautiful legs. She was also wearing a pair of sunglasses, looking very sexy and stylish.

She walked over in high heels under the sunlight, giving people a strong visual impact.

"Brother Lang, what did you go to the provincial capital for?"

As soon as Ivanova walked up, she took Zhou Lang's arm and asked.

"It's a long story. Let's go to my place to talk."

Zhou Lang said.

"I don't want to go. If I go, Zhao Xiaorou will definitely be hostile toward me."

Ivanova said.

"Today, it's just you and me."

Zhou Lang said.

"And at night?"

Ivanova asked, pleasantly surprised.

"Yes."

Zhou Lang nodded.

"Then let's go."

Ivanova jumped for joy. If only the two of them were at the place Zhou Lang rented, they would be free, and they could do whatever they wanted.