Chapter 599: Arrogance
One of the young and energetic brothers was so anxious that he blurted out: "Brother Ji will be fine, Qi Tongwei will definitely get him out!" This shout was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, instantly stirring up thousands of waves. The customs police keenly caught these two sensitive names and immediately realized that the matter was not simple. They quickly controlled these brothers and reported the relevant situation to the mainland police.
The police station, which had been gradually calming down, fell into a tense atmosphere again because of this sudden incident. Brother Shan Ji had just seen a glimmer of hope in the future, but it was instantly shrouded in darkness. He was arrested again and thrown into the depths of the prison, his heart full of helplessness and resentment. He knew very well that his brothers were kind-hearted, but their recklessness dragged him into the quagmire again. He regretted that he had not taught them well on weekdays and let them know how to act in such a complicated situation. He hated that fate seemed to always refuse to let him go. Just when there was a turnaround, it was ruthlessly suppressed.
Qi Tongwei was also in a state of headache after learning about this. He was already under tremendous pressure because of his meeting with Brother Shan Ji, and now he was implicated in this unexpected incident. He knew very well that in official circles, the direction of public opinion was extremely sensitive. Once this matter spread, his political opponents would certainly take advantage of it and launch a fierce attack on him. He might be accused of colluding with gangsters, and might even face investigation and punishment. He paced back and forth in the office, feeling extremely anxious, thinking about how to deal with this situation.
When Liang Lu learned about this, she was furious with Qi Tongwei. "I told you not to have anything to do with that Shan Ji brother, but you didn't listen! Now look at what trouble you've gotten yourself into!" Qi Tongwei was speechless in the face of Liang Lu's accusations. He knew that his original decision was indeed a big risk, but now that things have come to this, regret is useless. He can only try to find a way to calm down the storm and minimize the damage to himself and his family.
Brother Shan Ji was in prison, feeling extremely depressed. He looked at the cold wall, his heart full of despair. He didn't know if he would have a chance to start a new life, whether Qi Tongwei would continue to help him, and how he should face the increasing number of enemies. He thought of his past in the underworld, those days of fighting, killing, and fighting for fame and fortune, and now seemed so stupid. He longed to get rid of it all, but fate was like an invisible rope that bound him tightly and made it difficult to break free.
Qi Tongwei began to use all his connections in the officialdom and society to try to explain the incident and distance himself from Brother Shan Ji. He hired a lawyer to defend Brother Shan Ji, hoping to prove that Brother Shan Ji had no direct connection with the actions of those younger brothers. He also told the police that he was just trying to resolve social conflicts and help a person who might reform, and was not colluding with the underworld. However, things did not develop as he wished. The pressure from public opinion was increasing, and all kinds of rumors and speculations came one after another, putting him in an extremely passive situation.
During their imprisonment, Shan Ji's brothers gradually realized their mistakes. They regretted their reckless behavior, which brought such a disaster to their big brother. But now they can't save themselves, and can only pray silently in the cell, hoping that things can turn around.
In this series of changes, Qi Tongwei and Shan Jige both deeply felt the impermanence and cruelty of fate. They should not have been involved in such a complex and dangerous vortex, but because of their past experiences and choices, they had to face these difficulties. They began to reflect on their lives and think about how to find a real way out on this thorny road. Should they continue to fight or give up? Should they survive alone or work together? These questions kept circling in their minds, and their fate, in this precarious situation, was waiting for unknown judgment and choice.
As time went by, the investigation into the incident deepened. The police found that although Shan Ji Ge's brothers acted recklessly, there was no conclusive evidence to prove that they were related to major illegal and criminal activities. The meeting between Qi Tongwei and Shan Ji Ge was indeed to explore the possibility of reconciliation and reform. However, the pressure of public opinion will not dissipate easily because of the gradual emergence of these truths. Qi Tongwei still faces doubts and scrutiny from within the officialdom, and his career has become precarious.
Shan Ji Ge's life in prison was not easy. Not only did he have to face provocation and bullying from other prisoners, but he also had to endure a deep fear of the future. He kept telling himself to be strong and to believe that there would always be a way to solve the problem. He began to study legal knowledge in prison, trying to find a ray of hope for himself from a legal perspective.
After countless inner struggles and weighings, Qi Tongwei decided not to run away anymore. He would face it all bravely, whether it was the accusations from public opinion or the scrutiny from the officialdom. He began to sort out all the information and evidence related to Brother Shan Ji, and prepared to explain in detail the motives and purpose of his actions to the public and higher authorities. He knew that this was an extremely difficult battle, but he had no way out.
Shan Ji Ge's younger brothers in Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan were released one after another after some education and reflection. After returning to Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan, they did not become depressed. They began to use their influence in the underworld to speak for Shan Ji Ge, telling the public that Shan Ji Ge has made up his mind to reform and hope that everyone can give him a chance. Although their behavior has caused some controversy to a certain extent, it has also gradually changed some people's views on Shan Ji Ge.
Just as Qi Tongwei was making all-out efforts to deal with public opinion and censorship, Brother Shan Ji was struggling in prison, and his younger brothers were actively running around in Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan, a malicious intent lurking in the depths of the darkness was quietly gathering, like a surging tide about to sweep over.
The gangsters who had been at odds with Brother Shan Ji for a long time saw that he and Qi Tongwei were getting back together and changing their ways, and their jealousy and resentment were instantly ignited. They conspired in the dark corners, determined to turn the situation, which had just shown signs of calming down, upside down again, and set off a storm that would swallow everyone up.
"Humph, Brother Shan Ji wants to just wash his hands and get away with it? That's not that easy! Qi Tongwei still wants to be his savior? Let's see how long they can hold out in this storm!"