Reborn as Zhao Ruilong of Handong, I will defy fate.

Chapter 381 The storm is coming, and I, Zhao Ruilong, will stop at nothing!

"Alright, now you don't need to worry about whether to save her or not!"

"The car burst into flames. Even if the fire is extinguished immediately, the victims will definitely suffer extensive burns and will be unlikely to survive!"

"These people are really in a hurry. They have no intention of bringing Wei Guanghong back to Beijing and Tianjin, or having him die in some accident during the investigation and interrogation."

"The car burst into flames right after we left the toll station at the border of Handong Province, killing Wei Guanghong. It's so cruel! So dark!"

Zhao Xiaohui sighed, shook her head, put down her phone, and looked regretful.

It's a pity that Wei Guanghong lost his life before he could even invest in the company.

For Huilong Group, which has numerous investment projects and huge expenses, more investment is always better.

No matter how small a mosquito is, it is still meat!

Moreover, Wei Guanghong first made a fortune in Northeast China, and then gambled heavily in Macau, so he must have at least several billion yuan.

If he were to invest in Land Rover, several billion dollars would be enough to build a super factory with an annual production capacity of hundreds of thousands of new cars, and it would be extremely advanced and automated.

Unfortunately……

Now that the person is dead, the investment is definitely lost, and Zhao Xiaohui naturally feels regretful.

As for Zhao Ruilong...

From the moment I saw Wei Guanghong off, I knew he was going to die sooner or later.

He never expected his enemies to be in such a hurry.

They killed him before he was even escorted back to Pingjin, just after he left Handong.

"What about the two plainclothes officers? Did they manage to jump out of the car and escape?"

Zhao Xiaohui was taken aback, and asked in surprise:

"Even someone with such a prominent background like Wei Guanghong could be killed so easily. Do you think the mastermind behind this would let those two plainclothes officers go?"

"The fewer people involved and aware of such dirty and shady things, the better. Otherwise, if there are too many people, it's hard to guarantee that the news won't leak out."

"Of course, I forgot to ask earlier. If they had abandoned the car and escaped in time, and only Wei Guanghong was burned to death, then the car explosion was very likely caused by them."

"If they hadn't perished in the fire with Wei Guanghong, they would have been recognized as martyrs who died in the line of duty, and the car would definitely have exploded accidentally, not intentionally!"

Zhao Ruilong turned his head and asked:

Which possibility do you think is more likely?

"Hard to say."

Zhao Xiaohui picked up her chopsticks, ate some food, and said as she ate:

“Normally, after leaving Jingzhou Huilong Hotel, you will travel north out of Handong Province. The entire journey is on the highway and you will drive normally. It will take about half an hour to pass the provincial border toll station.”

"That's why I asked you if you wanted to rescue Wei Guanghong before they left the station. I calculated the time based on their normal driving time."

"As a result, they left the station half an hour early, which means that they were traveling north in a particularly fast pace. The speed limit was 120, but they were definitely driving at 140, which is why they left the station early."

"The reason they're in such a hurry to leave Handong is obviously because they're worried about something else going wrong. Once we're outside the provincial border, we won't be able to help them. So, what about Wei Guanghong in the car? They'll have to do with him."

Zhao Ruilong smiled coldly.

While picking at his food, he muttered to himself:

"Whether the murderer is someone else or just those two plainclothes officers."

"I believe that a gasoline car might catch fire unexpectedly, but I absolutely do not believe in a deflagration."

In the world before the time travel.

Stimulated by a series of favorable policies such as no restrictions on driving with green license plates, no lottery for license plates, subsidies for purchase, and tax reductions.

The new energy vehicle industry has experienced explosive growth, giving rise to a large number of new car manufacturers.

Whether it's to seize market share and sell more cars, or simply to scam subsidies.

They don't even bother to strictly adhere to the already low national standards.

While sales of new energy vehicles were soaring, explosions and fires also occurred frequently.

It catches fire quickly, is difficult to extinguish, and spreads intensely...

With the support of self-media short videos, all kinds of videos have proliferated.

As a result, many people once felt that new energy vehicles were unsafe.

Many people believe that improper modifications to gasoline-powered cars or old cars are also prone to spontaneous combustion.

However, numerous videos demonstrate that spontaneous combustion in gasoline-powered vehicles is relatively slow.

From the moment the fire starts to the moment it spreads, there is ample time to escape.

In contrast.

Once the battery pack of a new energy vehicle experiences thermal runaway, it can quickly catch fire, or even spew flames.

Almost instantly, a raging fire could erupt and engulf the entire vehicle.

Even if you use a fire extinguisher, or even if the fire truck comes and sprays water like crazy, it won't help.

Later, battery technology advanced, national standards were raised, and subsidy conditions became stricter...

After a large number of small car companies that were counterfeit and substandard and purely fraudulent for subsidies went out of business, the remaining brand manufacturers paid more and more attention to safety, and the number of new energy vehicle explosions and fires decreased significantly.

therefore.

Zhao Ruilong has witnessed all sorts of explosions and spontaneous combustion incidents.

How could anyone believe that the old Santana used to take Wei Guanghong away would burst into flames?

That's a typical gasoline-powered car!

It's not a poorly made pure electric car!

There are very few electronic devices in the vehicle, so a fuel leak would only cause a fire and combustion, and there is no possibility of a deflagration.

Moreover, the timing and location of the explosion were just so coincidental.

Within Handong Province, I can speed for three hours straight without any problems.

It suddenly exploded and caught fire right at the border of Handong Province!

The key is……

That old Santana had a fuel tank capacity of about 55 liters.

Even if it was full of fuel when it set off.

So they drove recklessly at high speeds on the highway for three hours.

After passing the toll station at the border of Handong Province, there was at most half a tank of gas left.

That's it? Explosive?

This is truly humiliating to the point of insulting people's intelligence.

of course.

Since the other party dared to do this, they must not be afraid of being investigated.

These days, criminal investigation techniques are inherently limited.

The car was burned to a metal wreck, and the people were burned to a crisp.

How the hell am I supposed to investigate this?

How could they possibly investigate seriously?

That's why.

Only after the second sister, Zhao Xiaohui, hung up the phone did she complain that the other party was too ruthless and cruel!

However, in this era of extensive and reckless economic growth, as many as 30,000 to 40,000 murders occur every year.

What does Wei Guanghong's death even matter?

"Ruilong, do you know who Wei Guanghong offended? Why wasn't he killed in Haomen, but in Jingzhou they had to find a way to get rid of him and burn him?"

Gossip is human nature.

Compared to men, women love gossip more, and Zhao Xiaohui is no exception.

Zhao Ruilong ate slowly and deliberately, saying as he spoke:

“We held a private event in Yanjing before. Wei Guanghong showed up uninvited. After test driving our new car, he talked to me about investment cooperation. I felt at the time that he was not a decent person.”

"Afterwards, I asked Zhong Xiaoai about it, and she said that the reason why Wei Guanghong was able to recklessly amass wealth, become addicted to gambling, and be arrogant and extravagant was because he had a military background."

"The reason he is in such bad luck now is probably because someone sensed something was wrong and wanted to get rid of him before the formal military reform to avoid the cleanup and rectification of corruption. If he were caught, too many people would be implicated."

Zhao Xiaohui suddenly realized.

"No wonder they came on so aggressively and swiftly; it turns out someone was taking precautions!"

"But if that's the case, then whoever he's closest to is the prime suspect now!"

Zhao Ruilong shook his head.

"I don't know about that. We're not part of the Beijing social circle. Let's ask Zhong Xiaoai later. She should be able to guess who it is."

Zhao Xiaohui let out a soft sigh.

"Why are you still asking her? She's dead."

"Sister, you're wrong. We should actually find out more about this!"

Zhao Ruilong analyzed solemnly:

"Think about it, if they can be this ruthless to their own people in order to protect themselves, how would they treat their enemies?"

"Then they will definitely become even more unscrupulous and stop at nothing to achieve their goals!"

"The reason they wanted to get rid of Wei Guanghong was because the military reforms we were pushing for were about to begin."

"Military reform will not only affect their interests, but it may even lead to their demise."

"That's why they took care of Wei Guanghong first. Once the safety hazard was gone, they could fight us with peace of mind!"

Zhao Xiaohui was shocked.

"So, according to you, Wei Guanghong's death foreshadows the start of a fierce struggle?"

"To quell external aggression, one must first secure internal stability! If you were in my shoes, knowing a storm was brewing, wouldn't you also be willing to make tough decisions?"

After saying that, Zhao Ruilong got up and had another bowl of rice.

I'm really hungry after a long and tiring night.

Zhao Xiaohui pondered quietly for a while.

Sometimes, she really feels like her brain isn't working properly while she's pregnant with her second child.

"I see. Then let's eat quickly, and after eating, wash up and go to bed early."

"Don't forget, you're also taking the Macau casino tycoon's precious daughter out for lunch."

"Also, from now on, don't let any woman you have a relationship with appear in front of Lu Yike or her relatives and friends."

Even if nothing bad happens, you might not feel awkward being around others, but they will!

Father, like son.

If there is an unusual relationship between a man and a woman, it cannot be hidden.

Even without any verbal communication or physical interaction.

The look and expression that were revealed unintentionally.

It will also be difficult to hide from people with life experience.

My second sister's reminder was, of course, well-intentioned.

Zhao Ruilong nodded silently and buried himself in his food.

After eating and drinking my fill, I washed up and went to bed at three in the morning.

I closed my eyes, and when I woke up again, the sun was already high in the sky.

Pick up the continuously ringing phone.

Upon seeing that it was Zhong Xiaoai calling, he immediately answered the call.

"Hello, is this Mr. Qiu? Did you arrive in Jingzhou by private jet?"

"Wasn't she usually quite low-key? Why is she being so high-profile this time?"

"Then prepare two more cars, just in case she brings a lot of people?"

"Also, did you tell your gang about Wei Guanghong being taken away last night?"

"Okay, just tell them that the person was taken to Beijing and Tianjin to assist in the investigation. We'll pretend we don't know anything about the car explosion."

"Anyway, the car has already crossed the border of our Handong Province, so it's normal that we don't know what happened afterward."

"Oh right, besides Dou Jiansheng, the vice president of Yanjing Automobile Company, who else is Wei Guanghong particularly close to?"

"Gu Jinyang? Is he also a veteran? Wow, General Gu Maoyuan's son! Just how good is his relationship with Wei Guanghong?"

With his phone on speakerphone, Zhao Ruilong got out of bed and did push-ups and squats while listening to Zhong Xiaoai explain why Wei Guanghong had become Gu Jinyang's savior.

Everyone has a time of youthful arrogance and impetuousness, and the children of the powerful and wealthy are no exception. In fact, they are more likely to do even more outrageous things because of their superior conditions.

Just like in the past, it was already quite good if ordinary people could afford a bicycle.

But Wei Guanghong and his gang of privileged children were able to get their hands on imported high-horsepower motorcycles.

Riding a motorcycle and giving beautiful women a ride.

Experience the thrill of speed and passion amidst screams and shouts.

Such passionate young people will continue to emerge even decades from now.

Just like the world before I traveled through time.

Even though many cities and highways restrict motorcycles, it still can't stop people's love for riding.

Even electric scooters can be modified to become the vehicles for blond-haired kids to show off their driving skills.

Driven by online self-media, a large number of online celebrities and live streamers have emerged.

Those who try to attract attention by showing off and being cool have become the type of internet celebrity with the highest mortality rate.

Hearing Zhong Xiaoai say that Gu Jinyang almost died in a car accident, Zhao Ruilong suddenly remembered that he had followed many female cycling streamers before he transmigrated.

They all had hot bodies and took great photos and videos, but their driving skills were poor and they didn't follow traffic rules. Several of them died within two years.

"So Wei Guanghong has met a benefactor! He didn't just save a person, he saved a god of wealth!"

"No wonder he was addicted to gambling, but instead of losing everything, he was able to make money quickly and make a comeback!"

Zhong Xiaoai sighed, "Now he can't get up. I asked around as soon as I got up this morning. I heard that when the fire department arrived, the car frame was so hot it had melted."

"Holy crap, did we get hit by an incendiary bomb?"

Zhao Ruilong asked in a deep, labored voice.

Having already done hundreds of push-ups, how can I possibly remain calm and composed?

"I don't know, but the investigation will definitely conclude that it was an accident."

At this point, Zhong Xiaoai suddenly changed the subject.

"Hey, what are you doing so early in the morning? Why are you panting? You weren't doing... you know, were you?"

Zhao Ruilong was speechless.

"What are you thinking? I'm doing my morning exercise. Okay, that's all for now. See you at the airport later."

"See you at the airport? You don't need to come to the airport to pick me up in person, do you?"

Zhong Xiaoai quickly asked.

Zhao Ruilong stopped doing push-ups.

While maintaining a standard plank posture, he spoke calmly and slowly:

"We failed to secure Wei Guanghong's investment, so how can we neglect Qiu Yanfei?"

"His father, He Hongmiao, has been working hard in the Hong Kong market for decades. He is not only incredibly wealthy, but also has extensive connections."

“If we establish a good relationship with the He family, we can use that as a foundation to connect with other major families. Do you think I wouldn’t value her?”

Zhao Ruilong has always been very clear that his core goal is to defy fate and change his destiny.

As long as it helps strengthen the Zhao family and facilitates the completion of one's mission.

Zhao Ruilong didn't mind doing anything that would 'condescend'.

Since they are willing to personally step forward to promote and market the new car.

What's wrong with going to the airport to pick up Stanley Ho's daughter, Qiu Yanfei?

This is not something shameful; on the contrary, it shows that I value her and the He family of Haomen.

Moreover, President Shen made it clear to my face during our last trip to Yanjing.

Time waits for no one; if we want my father to improve, we have to work incredibly hard.

Just as the military reform storm was about to sweep across the entire army, my father needed to further advance his political achievements.

Only by uniting more forces and making ourselves stronger can we overcome all difficulties and obstacles.

Therefore, the wealthy and powerful families in Macau and Hong Kong are all rich and influential, and we naturally want to win them over to our advantage.

Unite all forces that can be united.

This is a golden rule for winning battles.

Gu Maoyuan and his gang were so eager to eliminate even Wei Guanghong, the savior of their own son, in order to prevent future troubles during the fierce battle that was about to begin.

If he wanted to strengthen his own power and win the life-or-death struggle, how could he not personally go out to welcome Qiu Yanfei who had come from afar?

Moreover, in order to respect and attract talented people and help their own development, Liu Bei could visit Zhuge Liang three times to invite him to come out of seclusion, and Cao Cao could run barefoot to welcome Xu You.

If you want to defy fate, why be so arrogant and act like the Crown Prince of Handong?

Only the winner is the boss!

Otherwise, if they lose, they will inevitably suffer the same fate as in the original drama: death.

Even though I haven't done anything bad in the past two years, and have instead devoted myself to development.

But if you want to find fault, you can always find a pretext.

They were ruthless enough to kill even their own man, Wei Guanghong, burning him alive.

What's so difficult about accusing yourself of all sorts of crimes and ruining your reputation?

After all, public opinion can be controlled, and history is written by the victors.

After exercising, I went downstairs to eat.

After washing and grooming myself, I put on my formal attire, feeling refreshed and ready to go.

Finally, we got into the imposing black Land Rover M9 and drove out of the provincial party committee compound.

Around 10 a.m.

The wheels touched the ground, creating wisps of blue smoke.

The business jet that flew from Haomen landed smoothly at Jingzhou International Airport.

Qiu Yanfei turned her head and glanced at it.

The safe was placed on the seat next to me and was secured with a seatbelt.

Her slender, jade-like fingertips gently traced the safe, and she couldn't help but think to herself:

"Zhao Ruilong will definitely love this gift that carries such a rich history!"