Zhao Xinqiang was tactfully reprimanded by Li Siyuan. Knowing that the boss was angry, he said no more and remained silent.
Wang Guoyong pretended to be irritated by the smoke, coughed, and said calmly: "The key now is to deal with the social impact. Even if Song Wendi was kidnapped, if the news spreads, it will be a huge event for the society. Just imagine that the municipal party secretary can be killed, let alone those ordinary people. Therefore, I suggest that the propaganda department intervene as soon as possible and control public opinion."
Zhao Guoyi waved his hand and denied it, saying, "Public opinion is like a flood. The more you block it, the more it will flood. I think if we block public opinion now, it will make Yinzhou's officialdom even more chaotic."
Seeing Zhao Guoyi refute him, Wang Guoyong raised his eyebrows, snorted, and said, "Then do you have any better ideas?"
Zhao Guoyi said calmly: "The most urgent task now is to find Song Wendi's whereabouts."
Li Siyuan waved his hand and said in a serious tone: "Everyone has a point. Why don't we take two steps separately? On the one hand, we must pay attention to the guidance of public opinion and ensure the stability of Yinzhou's public security based on social stability. Comrade Guo Yong will take the lead in this. On the other hand, the Provincial Public Security Department must arrange enough elites and mobilize all resources to find out the whereabouts of Song Wendi. Comrade Guo Yi will take the lead in this. At the same time, I will communicate with the Central Propaganda Department and the Ministry of State Security to mobilize all forces to support you."
Everyone else present was shocked, because they didn't expect Li Siyuan to go to such great lengths to save Song Wendi from the negative impact of losing contact.
However, even if all possible forces were mobilized, the time left for Li Siyuan was still very short. If Song Wendi was still not found after forty-eight hours, the provincial party committee would definitely activate the second plan - a country cannot be without a king for a day, a family cannot be without a master for a day, and the person in power in Yinzhou would probably have to change.
Li Siyuan has high hopes for Song Wendi. If this important chess piece is lost, the layout of the entire province will undoubtedly be in chaos. He must do his best to turn the tide.
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Song Wendi woke up from the dizziness. He felt a sharp pain in the back of his head. His memory emerged. The car was suddenly blocked by a truck while moving. When the driver, Master Liu, got out of the car to negotiate, two or three masked men rushed out of the truck and tied up Song Wendi. Song Wendi wanted to struggle, but he was hit hard on the back of his head and fainted immediately.
"Have some water." Seeing that Song Wendi was awake, the big man handed him a bottle of mineral water.
Song Wendi sat on the chair and glanced down. She found that her ankles were tied with chains as thick as her arms, and she couldn't move freely. Song Wendi didn't take the water and said coldly, "Who are you? Do you know what you are doing?"
The big man had a scar on the corner of his eye, which was frightening. He grinned and said, "Desperados, as long as we can make money, we are willing to do it."
Song Wendi realized that he was kidnapped. He patiently persuaded, "If you let me go now, I can forgive you for what happened. As for the money, I will also give you the money. How do you think?"
"Haha!" The big man laughed loudly, "Boss, haven't you heard that there is a code of conduct for thieves? In this business, loyalty and integrity are the most important things. Even if you give us more money, we won't switch sides. So don't bargain with me using the tricks used in official circles."
"Do you know my identity?" Song Wendi raised his eyebrows and asked in confusion.
"If we don't know your identity, how can we successfully tie you up here?" The big man nodded confidently and smiled, "Don't worry, we only need to trap you for seven days. As long as you cooperate, we will definitely send you back safely."
"Seven days?" Song Wendi's heart sank. So much time had passed. By the time he saw the light of day again, the officialdom of Yinzhou would probably be a completely different world.
Song Wendi realized that this was a long-planned conspiracy. He calmed down and his eyes became deep and sharp. The big man couldn't help but take a step back. Song Wendi asked in a deep voice: "Where is Liu Xiongbin? Let him come to see me!"
The big man frowned slightly and asked in surprise: "Who is Liu Xiongbin?"
"My driver, your accomplice!" Song Wendi said coldly.
The big man scratched his head and said with a wry smile, "Why do you think your driver is our accomplice? When he saw that we were going to kidnap you, he was severely injured by us and now he only has one breath left."
Song Wendi shook his head, a mocking look on his face, and said lightly: "You can fool others, but you can't fool me! The reason why I have kept him by my side for so many years is because of his skills. Even if he can't beat you, it would be easy for him to escape. How could he be defeated by a few of you?"
Song Wendi did not show a humble attitude in the face of difficulties, because he knew that if he was weak, it would only make the criminals more unscrupulous. Therefore, Song Wendi had to maintain his demeanor and dignity, so as to deter the criminals.
The big man looked a little embarrassed, but he admired Song Wendi's judgment. He thought to himself that he was worthy of being the municipal party secretary. The official power on him was chilling. He snorted lightly to hide his timidity and said unhappily: "I am very upset to hear what you said!"
Song Wendi sneered and said, "Let Liu Xiongbin come to see me. I have something to say to him."
The big man sighed and turned to leave the secret room. Not long after, Liu Xiongbin slowly entered, took a look at Song Wendi, who looked haggard and had sharp eyes, and a look of shame appeared on his face. He whispered, "Boss, I'm sorry."
Song Wendi was silent for a moment, then slowly said: "Old Liu, you have been with me for so many years, ask yourself, how have I treated you?"
Liu Xiongbin was moved and sighed, "Boss, if it weren't for you, I would be just a community security guard now... You have been so kind to me."
"Then why did you betray me?" Song Wendi said angrily, "You and an outsider set up this trap together, drove the car to the road where the ambush had been set, and then kidnapped me here. Lao Liu, I have always trusted you as if you were a family member. I really didn't expect that you would treat me like this!"
"Plop..."
Liu Xiongbin, who was 1.8 meters tall, actually knelt in front of Song Wendi and said sadly, "I have a secret... Boss, I am sorry for you. They promised me that as long as you cooperate, they will release you in seven days."
Song Wendi shook his head helplessly and smiled bitterly: "Do you know what changes will happen in the outside world in these seven days? I know you must have been threatened by the other party, but do you think that even if you do everything according to their requirements, they will let you go?"
Liu Xiongbin was dazed and said in a panic: "I have no choice."
Song Wendi sighed, closed his eyes, and smiled bitterly: "You can choose, but fear has blinded your eyes."
Liu Xiongbin stared at Song Wendi with mixed emotions, then dragged his feet out of the secret room.
Song Wendi thought to himself that Liu Xiongbin was too stupid. He was so bold and would definitely kill people to silence them after the deed was accomplished. Perhaps because of his status and position, he would not embarrass himself too much, but Liu Xiongbin was just a pawn and would only become a scapegoat to divert attention.
Liu Xiongbin knew everything that Song Wendi reminded him of, but he had no other choice now. His family was under control and their lives were in danger at any time. He could only bow his head and become a traitor.
Seeing Liu Xiongbin coming out of the secret room, the scarred man patted his shoulder, but Liu Xiongbin dodged it by twisting his body. The scarred man was slightly startled and said with a smile: "Brother, you are quite skilled. How about joining us in the future? I promise you will have good food and drink."
Liu Xiongbin raised his head and said in a deep voice: "We are not of the same kind. After this incident, we have nothing to do with each other anymore."
The scarred man smiled and walked to one side, thinking to himself that this guy was really stubborn. He would have to get rid of him after the task was accomplished.
Chapter 0093: A Desperate Attack
The TV in the living room of the municipal party secretary's home was playing a very popular TV series. The volume was very low, just adding a little comfort to the silent atmosphere. The people present had no intention of watching TV. They all held their phones, waiting for news.
It was already three o'clock in the morning, none of them closed their eyes, and no one was willing to give up hope.