Flash Marriage Chapter 19 and Chapter 20

Chapter 19

Xue Heng had just stepped on the accelerator and driven some distance when he noticed that he was covered in cold sweat, soaking his shirt.

Last year, when he went out for a late-night snack, he narrowly escaped being kidnapped due to his cleverness. However, it was precisely because of that incident that he got inspired after watching a horror movie. He immediately went out and bought a rechargeable electric saw, which he now used for self-defense.

As a result, this electric saw had just saved his life.

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“I am Xue Guozhi’s son.” Xue Heng turned the steering wheel, making a turn, and the corners of his thin lips curved into a cold smile. “But I am also Wei Zongjin’s wedded partner.”

Perhaps the mention of “wedded partner” struck a nerve with Xue Guozhi, for he roared angrily, “Unfilial child!” and then angrily hung up the phone.

Xue Heng didn’t mind at all.

However, while waiting at the traffic lights, he saw Wei Zongjin’s call coming in again.

Xue Heng was a bit puzzled. Didn’t they just part ways? Could something have happened to the other party?

“What’s the matter?”

Wei Zongjin’s tone was icy, clearly suppressing anger. “Where are you now?”

“I’m on my way back.” Xue Heng looked around, feeling like having bamboo tube rice, but also craving for glutinous rice. “Do you want to have glutinous rice for dinner? I can stop by and get some.”

“Come to the National Security Bureau.” Wei Zongjin’s voice carried a commanding tone. “I’ll give you a ride back later.”

After speaking, the busy Vice Director Wei hung up the phone, paying no attention to manners.

Naturally, Xue Heng didn’t like being bossed around, but after careful consideration, he chose to comply with Wei Zongjin. Not for anything else, but simply because they were both like grasshoppers on the same boat right now.

Wei Zongjin was in an awkward position at the National Security Bureau, and Xue Heng was in an awkward position at the Xue family, so they could be considered allies… right?

At five in the afternoon, Xue Heng waited for a long time in the underground parking lot until Wei Zongjin, who had just finished a meeting, arrived. Wei Zongjin opened the passenger door with a gloomy face. “Were you hurt by those people?”

“No.” Xue Heng pondered for a moment and asked, “Were those people after you?”

“Not sure.” Wei Zongjin leaned back in his seat, closing his eyes, the weariness evident on his face. “First, let’s go to the affiliated retired cadre residence of the National Security Bureau.”

Xue Heng hurriedly glanced at Wei Zongjin, feeling a bit confused. He didn’t want to say anything sentimental, but looking at the rare tiredness of the man, he couldn’t help but feel concerned.

When the car stopped at the affiliated retired cadre residence of the National Security Bureau, the evening glow had just faded away. Xue Heng followed behind Wei Zongjin.

Ding-dong.

The door opened from the inside, and a maid wearing an apron greeted them with a smile, then went back to cooking.

Xue Heng looked at the old-fashioned furnishings inside and couldn’t figure out who Wei Zongjin had brought him to see. He suddenly felt uncertain.

An elderly cadre in a Zhongshan suit walked out leisurely and sat on the sofa. He smiled at Wei Zongjin’s greeting and the bewildered expression on Xue Heng’s face. “I thought my students wouldn’t come to see me to avoid suspicion. I know about the little tricks they played, but I didn’t think you’d give in so easily.”

Wei Zongjin skillfully found a tea canister, made tea, and then placed the still steaming cup in front of the retired cadre. “Those were just minor incidents, nothing worth complaining about. But, Teacher, I brought him here specifically to see you.”

The retired cadre was just about to take a sip of tea when he heard this. His expression gradually turned serious, and he put the teacup down. His previously casual demeanor changed to one of gravity, and finally, he looked inquisitively at Xue Heng for a while. However, he didn’t say anything and after a moment, he withdrew his gaze, sighed, and said, “Let’s eat first.”

Xue Heng sat up straight, even a bit stiff, and it was only when the retired cadre looked away that he relaxed as if waking up from a trance.

For some reason, he had always been somewhat afraid of this retired cadre in front of him. Having dealt with some matters related to the Xue family in the past, Xue Heng immediately recognized the seemingly unthreatening but incredibly shrewd retired cadre as the former Director of the National Security Bureau.

However, what he didn’t know was that this retired director was actually Wei Zongjin’s teacher.

Xue Heng thought to himself that it seemed there was a reason why some people in the National Security Bureau were targeting Wei Zongjin. They probably believed that with Wei Zongjin’s young age and promotion to the deputy director in Huacheng, he must have had the backing of this retired director.

Thinking this, Xue Heng couldn’t help but shake his head. Those people seemed to have underestimated Wei Zongjin.

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Chapter 20

Four dishes and a soup were served, mostly consisting of vegetarian options.

However, both the retired cadre and Wei Zongjin were eating with great seriousness, occasionally discussing the recent situation in the National Security Bureau.

It seemed that Xue Heng was not to the retired cadre’s liking, as he was constantly ignored throughout the meal. Nevertheless, Xue Heng remained composed, seemingly oblivious to the deliberate exclusion. He sat beside Wei Zongjin, occasionally picking up a piece of braised eggplant and savoring it, never interrupting their conversation.

The retired cadre lifted the teacup, took a sip, and suddenly asked, “The recent incident in the village has caused quite a commotion. Zongjin, is the National Security Bureau currently unable to handle the situation?”

Wei Zongjin put down his chopsticks, wiping the corners of his mouth. “Teacher, the cause of the fire in Chengzhong Village will be reported tomorrow morning, but apart from that, the residents there refuse to evacuate.”

The National Security Bureau could deal with businesses involved in counterfeit goods that caused the fire, and the fire itself was quickly put out by the fire department. However, they were unable to persuade the Chengzhong Village residents to leave their homes in that area.

“Have you thought about why they are unwilling to leave?” The retired cadre didn’t directly point anything out; he furrowed his brows and took another sip of tea.

Wei Zongjin replied, “The conditions offered by the National Security Bureau are not enticing enough.”

The retired cadre nodded, then shook his head. He said, “Most of the homeowners in Chengzhong Village rent out their properties. As a result, most of the tenants are laborers who cannot afford to buy a house elsewhere because the rent is cheap. If the conditions offered by the National Security Bureau are too low, can you truly expect these people to move out?”

Wei Zongjin pondered.

“Furthermore, owning their own property in Huacheng, even if it’s in Chengzhong Village, is seen as an asset that benefits their future generations. Who would easily give that up?” The retired cadre’s tone was filled with emotion. During his tenure, he had also tried to solve the issue of Chengzhong Village. However, after implementing policies, he found that it involved too many vested interests, and ultimately, the matter was left unresolved.

Wei Zongjin added, “The existence of Chengzhong Village is not conducive to the development of Huacheng. Moreover, the area poses significant security risks. If we don’t resolve it, it will inevitably endanger the overall interests of Huacheng.”

“That’s indeed a problem.” The retired cadre nodded and then turned to Wei Zongjin, saying, “You came to see me tonight, I’m afraid it’s not just about this matter, right?”

“Some people within the National Security Bureau are attempting to intervene in the Chengzhong Village fire incident.” Wei Zongjin spoke truthfully. He had the ability to identify the so-called “traitors” within the National Security Bureau, but he was cautious about starting a fight with new people. If the internal staff of the National Security Bureau hadn’t committed major mistakes, he preferred not to target them. Otherwise, it might cause widespread panic and disrupt their future operations.

Unbeknownst to them, Xue Heng was quietly listening as he sipped his chicken soup.

The retired cadre understood Wei Zongjin’s intentions. After some contemplation, he finally made up his mind and said, “The Chengzhong Village matter must be resolved quickly to prevent further escalation online. Also, as for the National Security Bureau’s affairs, you can go ahead and handle them freely.”

With the retired cadre’s promise, it was like having an additional layer of protection. Wei Zongjin stood up and raised his glass to thank the retired cadre.

After finishing his tea, the retired cadre looked at Xue Heng with a faint sigh but said nothing.

Xue Heng was confused by the gaze.

On the way back, Xue Heng received his father Xue Guozhi’s call for the fifth time. And for the fifth time, he mercilessly hung up on him. But when faced with Wei Zongjin’s gaze afterward, Xue Heng was left speechless.

Wei Zongjin said, “Your father contacted me today, and I declined.”

Xue Heng tightened his grip on the steering wheel. “Hmm.”

The wheel of karma turns, sparing no one.

The Xue family might be in for some bad luck now.

The ungrateful son, Xue Shaoye, who enjoys the family’s food, drinks, and resources, is not afraid, but rather, he finds it pleasurable.

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