Chapter 2842
Defining the Nature of the Incident
Chapter 2842 Defining the Nature of the Incident
Yang Xiaotao was driving on the road, not very fast.
Behind him, Old Wang recounted what had happened.
"Our convoy left for the West Station at 2:30 p.m. There were 10 people in charge, led by a security officer, and a total of 8 people accompanying us."
"The train departs at 5 p.m., it is a freight train, train number 117, and the cargo is in a special carriage. There are security personnel guarding the entire journey."
"But when we entered Chaoge City in southern Henan at dawn, the security officers conducted a routine inspection and found that the place where the computer was placed was empty."
"The situation was urgent, so we immediately notified the train to stop and search for it, but we couldn't find it at all."
"I learned about it after it was reported."
After Mr. Wang finished explaining the situation, there was a moment of silence in the car.
It wasn't until the jeep arrived in front of the Great Hall of the People that Yang Xiaotao said, "In other words, we don't even know when or where it was lost, right?"
"Correct!"
Old Wang spoke quietly.
Li Hongfeng frowned. "Logically speaking, the items are right next to them. How could several people not hear the noise from the train carriage doors opening?"
"They won't notice?"
Old Wang shook his head after hearing this, "That's also something I can't understand."
"But when we asked several people, they said they hadn't heard anything."
"It's one or two people, which is fine, but it's strange that none of the eight people heard a sound!"
Yang Xiaotao continued driving without saying anything more.
Solving the case is the police's job; what they need to consider now is how to handle the aftermath.
The car stopped, the three got out, and quickly walked into the Great Hall of the People.
Secretary Guo was waiting at the door. Upon seeing the three of them, he led them directly to the conference room next door.
When Yang Xiaotao and his two companions arrived at the conference room, there were already quite a few people inside.
Looking up, I saw that Elder Huang from the First Ministry of Machine Building, Elder Liu from the Second Ministry of Machine Building, and Elder Zhang from the Third Ministry of Machine Building had all arrived, and there were some familiar faces behind them.
On the other side was Wu Kuan from the railway. Old Wu greeted Yang Xiaotao first.
"Boss, what brings you all here?"
Yang Xiaotao sat down next to Old Huang. This matter should have nothing to do with them, right?
Old Huang didn't answer Yang Xiaotao's question. Instead, he looked at Old Wang, who was about to sit down, and said, "You old rascal, you're getting more and more out of touch with reality. Why use a train for something so important? Don't you have an airplane?"
Old Wang, half-sitting on the chair, looked utterly annoyed. "I just wanted to save some money, who the hell knew this would happen?"
Just then, Old Qin strode in through the door and overheard Old Wang's words. He chuckled and said, "You're just greedy for small gains and end up suffering big losses."
After saying that, he sat down next to Old Wang and then said in a harsh voice, "You better not drag others into this, or you'll be in for a world of hurt."
Old Wang opened his mouth, then glanced at Yang Xiaotao, and finally sighed deeply, his heart filled with grief and indignation.
Yang Xiaotao knew why the others had come; they probably came to help because they were afraid he would be taken advantage of.
Yang Xiaotao could only keep his gratitude to himself.
A short while later, Qing Lao strode into the conference room, followed by four or five people, including Chen Lao, Zeng Lao from the security department, Wang Lei, and Yu Zecheng.
Upon entering the conference room, everyone took their seats.
Yang Xiaotao and the others straightened their backs and looked at the old man standing in front of them.
Qing Lao coughed lightly, then looked at everyone present. His gaze swept over Yang Xiaotao and the others, pausing for a moment before he said, "The incident has already happened. Our most important task now is to solve the problem and find that computer."
After speaking, he looked at Old Zeng beside him and said, "Old Zeng, tell me the information you've collected."
Old Zeng nodded, looked at the crowd opposite him, and then said, "We have basically learned about the whole incident from the staff, the escorts, and the relevant personnel from the Seventh Ministry of Machinery Industry."
"After the target boarded the train, there were eight security personnel in the carriage responsible for security."
"Moreover, the eight people have a clear division of labor, with each person on duty for two hours. We have carefully confirmed this, and no one has been slacking off."
"In the early hours of the morning, someone noticed that the wooden crate containing the computer had moved as the train turned a corner, so they went to help it, only to find that the crate had been pushed."
"That's when we realized the computer in the box was gone."
"Clearly, the other party used special methods; otherwise, the sound of the wind would have woken up the security personnel if the carriage door had been opened."
"Now it seems that this matter is very strange."
After Elder Zeng finished speaking, Elder Qing nodded and looked at everyone, "So, the first thing we need to determine now is what kind of incident this is."
"Whether it is a simple theft or intentional sabotage will affect the direction of the case investigation."
"Therefore, the nature of this case must be defined as soon as possible."
As Elder Qing spoke, everyone present fell silent.
Yang Xiaotao wanted to speak, but Old Huang next to him kicked him, and Yang Xiaotao immediately swallowed the words on the tip of his tongue. At this moment, Old Wang took a breath and stood up, "Commander, I believe in my comrades. They would never be the kind of people who steal from their posts."
"Therefore, I think this should be a premeditated, planned and purposeful crime."
"I believe this is not an ordinary theft; it is deliberate sabotage."
After Wang finished speaking, he clenched his teeth.
He said that to take the responsibility upon himself.
Such charges of inadequate oversight and failure to protect state property will not implicate anyone else.
Even if something else happens later, he can handle it all.
Old Qing glanced at the list of people who didn't respond, then looked at the others and asked, "Does anyone else have an opinion?"
Everyone present brought their ears, and generally did not speak.
Yang Xiaotao was about to speak when both Old Huang and Old Wang looked at him, signaling him not to say anything more.
But Yang Xiaotao still spoke up, "Commander, I have a few questions."
Old Qing didn't expect Yang Xiaotao to speak at this moment, so he nodded and said, "Speak."
Yang Xiaotao coughed lightly, then looked at Elder Zeng and the others, "Elder Zeng just said that there are many doubts here."
"This includes how the goods were lost right under the noses of eight guards?"
"Even the time and place of the loss are unclear."
"I think it's a bit too early to make a judgment now."
"At the very least, we need to determine the time, place, and method of loss."
"Furthermore, Mr. Zeng also said that the computer is gone, but the box is still there. Could it have been switched somewhere else?"
"Is this possible?"
After Yang Xiaotao finished speaking, Elder Chen and Elder Qing looked at each other, realizing that this was also a problem they had discovered during their discussion.
Unexpectedly, Yang Xiaotao brought it up in front of everyone.
Qing Lao looked at Zeng Lao, who nodded and then said, "We have already considered what Minister Yang said."
"But now we need to give an explanation to the outside world, so I personally think that classifying it as intentional damage is the most appropriate."
After saying that, Zeng Lao looked at Yang Xiaotao and said, "After all, this computer involves state secrets and is quite valuable."
Yang Xiaotao wanted to say more, but Old Chen spoke up, "Let's leave it at that for now, and we'll continue the investigation later."
Yang Xiaotao took a deep breath and sat down, then looked at Old Wang beside him. The latter just smiled, but his face was full of bitterness.
Qing Lao continued to chair the meeting, saying, "In that case, let's assign tasks."
"This incident has had a serious impact and must be resolved as soon as possible."
"Old Chen, you and Old Zeng should form an investigation team to solve the case as soon as possible. The railway department will provide full assistance."
"At the same time, martial law was imposed on all personnel in the Seventh Ministry of Machine Building, and those involved in the Ninth Ministry of Machine Building were also to be investigated."
When Elder Qing gave the instructions, Elder Wang's face darkened.
Yang Xiaotao spoke up again at this moment, "Sir, I request to join the investigation team."
Qing Lao looked at Chen Lao.
"Yes, but you must follow the instructions."
After a moment's thought, Old Chen nodded in agreement. Knowing Yang Xiaotao as he did, he knew that even if he wasn't involved, Yang would get involved through other channels, so it was better to keep it under his own control.
The meeting ended quickly, and Yang Xiaotao followed Old Chen and Old Wang to the small conference room next door.
As soon as everyone was seated, Old Zeng looked at Old Wang and said, "You've really messed up this time."
"The higher-ups are going to set up an investigation team to investigate the situation of your Seventh Ministry of Machinery Industry, and they have even proposed to replace the security section of the Seventh Ministry of Machinery Industry."
"Fortunately, the leader withstood the pressure and did not agree."
"From now on, I'll think things through more carefully and consider things more thoroughly before I do anything."
Upon hearing this, Old Wang shook his head and sighed, though he had a lot to say but didn't know how to express it.
After Zeng finished speaking, Chen said to Yang Xiaotao, "This time they didn't come after you, but you better behave yourself."
"Especially for this operation, you're not allowed to mess things up."
Yang Xiaotao understood what Old Chen meant.
After each of them finished outlining their goals, they returned to the main topic.
“Our internal affairs department will send personnel to Chaoge to conduct an investigation, but we will need a satellite phone.”
After Zeng finished speaking, he looked at Yang Xiaotao.
Yang Xiaotao immediately nodded, "No problem, I'll call someone to send it over right away." Wang Lei, who was standing to the side, said, "No rush, no rush. We need your helicopter to go with us this time, so it will be faster."
After he finished speaking, Yu Zecheng leaned back, which was his suggestion.
Who can blame us when there are only nine helicopters available in Beijing right now?
It wouldn't be easy for them to call up other helicopters.
Yang Xiaotao nodded again, "Okay, that's fine."
Old Zeng nodded in satisfaction, at least the Ninth Division was excellent in terms of support.
Who is leading the team this time?
When Old Chen asked, Old Zeng immediately replied, "It is Comrade Yu Zecheng."
Yu Zecheng immediately stood up, "Commander."
Old Chen looked over and nodded. "Comrade Yu Zecheng, I remember you. Thank you for your hard work this time."
"You are serious!"
"The railway authorities must fully cooperate, and no one should be negligent."
Old Chen then looked at Old Wu standing to the side.
Old Wu nodded, his face expressionless.
Regardless, since this happened on the railway, it's related to the Ministry of Railways.
It can be said that they suffered an undeserved disaster.
"Don't worry, sir. The train involved in the incident has been stopped. We are searching for all the people on board. We will cooperate fully."
Old Wu gave his assurance, and Old Chen nodded in satisfaction.
"Okay, then."
As Mr. Chen was about to end the meeting, Yang Xiaotao spoke up again, "Sir, I'd like to go and see the site."
"no!"
Without even thinking, Mr. Chen and Mr. Zeng refused outright.
If this incident was a conspiracy, then wouldn't Yang Xiaotao's going there be like sending a lamb to the slaughter?
And what could Yang Xiaotao possibly do there?
But Yang Xiaotao said firmly, "Boss, I want to bring Wangcai from home."
“Wangcai can be of great help in tracking.”
"And it's only been one night. If we act quickly, we can find clues."
"Also, Wangcai has helped the internal affairs department solve cases before."
Yang Xiaotao gave his reasons, but Mr. Chen still disagreed.
But Zeng Lao was somewhat hesitant.
Wang Lei said from the side, "Then let Director Yu take Wangcai there."
Yu Zecheng nodded, "Yes, Wangcai is familiar with me, I can take him there."
Yang Xiaotao shook his head, "Old Yu, it's nothing if it's just a normal thing."
“But this time won’t work, it’s too complicated, you and Wangcai don’t have that kind of chemistry.”
“When I went there, things were different.”
After all, if Yang Xiaotao went there, he could communicate directly with Wangcai through Xiaowei, which would be more effective.
"no!"
Seeing that Elder Zeng was hesitant, Elder Chen immediately refused.
In his heart, no number of computers was as important as Yang Xiaotao.
With Yang Xiaotao around, having as many computers as needed is no problem.
But Yang Xiaotao slowly said, "Boss, as you just said, these people are here for me. Staying in Beijing may not be a good thing."
As soon as he finished speaking, Old Chen's eyes lit up.
Old Zeng also looked at Yang Xiaotao with surprise.
"Was Chong'er born abroad?"
Wang Lei muttered something under his breath, then quickly shut his mouth.
Using this description at this moment is somewhat inappropriate, but fortunately, the people inside are all inside, and given the current situation, it does indeed have that connotation.
Old Chen was still undecided, so he looked at Old Zeng who was standing to the side.
Seeing that Old Chen wasn't so resolute, Old Zeng understood what he meant. He glanced at Yang Xiaotao, then turned to look at Yu Zecheng, since Yu Zecheng was the one leading the team.
Seeing that Elder Zeng was looking over, Yu Zecheng quickly thought to himself.
Memories of my past collaborations with Yang Xiaotao kept replaying in my mind.
It seems that having Yang Xiaotao present and not having Yang Xiaotao present are indeed two different situations.
Especially the time when Wangcai saw through Heiniu's scheme; without Wangcai, they probably would have racked their brains and still not found the murderer.
The current situation is similar to the last one; it's all very strange, and we can't afford to delay.
Thinking of this, Yu Zecheng nodded to Elder Zeng.
Everyone watched the two men's actions out of the corner of their eyes. Seeing that Yu Zecheng agreed, Old Zeng said to Old Chen, "I think we can give it a try."
"The situation is unclear this time, so it's better to get out!"
Seeing that Zeng Lao agreed, Chen Lao came out again to look at Yang Xiaotao, then lowered his head and pondered.
After a long pause, he finally asked, "How many helicopters does your Ninth Division have?"
Three!
Yang Xiaotao answered quickly.
“Go to all three families, take two special forces teams with you, and Old Wu and Old Wang, you two come along too.”
"Since we're going, let's go together."
Old Zeng nodded, "Then, Wang Lei, you should come along too."
Wang Lei immediately nodded, "Okay!"
Seeing that Elder Chen and Elder Zeng had made up their minds, no one said anything more.
After the meeting, Mr. Zeng had to go and report on the situation.
Old Chen pulled Yang Xiaotao aside and instructed him, "Be sure to be careful when you go out."
"I brought two satellite phones this time, so we can contact you immediately if anything happens."
"Also, I will ask my friends to contact local resources to provide assistance."
In short, don't take risks, and prioritize safety above all else.
Yang Xiaotao nodded repeatedly, "Don't worry, I'm afraid of dying, so I'll definitely be careful."
Old Chen nodded without saying much; he still needed to report the situation to his superiors.
After leaving the Great Hall of the People, Yang Xiaotao drove directly back to his courtyard house.
After explaining the situation to the third aunt, they called Wangcai, who was lying in the doghouse, and headed towards the Ninth Department.
When they arrived at the Ninth Division, Old Wang, Wang Lei, Old Wu, Yu Zecheng, and his deputy Xiao Bo were all waiting for them, while three helicopters were preparing for takeoff on the other side.
Not far away, Liang Zuoxin was explaining things to Yang Zhi and Wu Bayi, while the other team members checked their equipment.
Yang Xiaotao got out of the car, and Wangcai jumped down and followed behind.
Wang Lao, Yu Zecheng, and the others had all met Wangcai before, but Wu Lao was unaware of it. Now, seeing Wangcai's appearance, he was shocked and finally understood why everyone had agreed to let Yang Xiaotao bring a dog.
This size is probably about the same as a Tibetan Mastiff.
I feel at ease when I have it with me.
"Is everyone here?"
Yang Xiaotao came up and asked, and Liang Zuoxin stepped forward to report the situation, "We are ready here and can take off at any time."
Yu Zecheng nodded, "We have no problem either."
Yang Xiaotao nodded, then said to Old Wang and the others, "If there's nothing else, shall we be leaving?"
Old Wang shook his head, and the others had no objections.
"Let's go, get on the plane."
Yang Xiaotao waved and casually boarded a plane.
Everyone else dispersed, and the special forces soldiers also dispersed to the three helicopters.
"Minister Yang, these are two satellite phones."
Li Hongfeng approached and handed two phones to the plane, then reminded them, "Be sure to be careful."
"Don't worry, I'm tough as nails. You guys, be careful."
Li Shengli chuckled, "Don't worry, once you leave, we'll have to consult you on everything."
Yang Xiaotao rolled his eyes. To be honest, this trick could get rid of most of the trouble.
"gone."
"Bon Voyage."
The propellers began to spin violently, then slowly lifted off the ground, flying over the nine-headed aircraft.