Zhan Mohan stayed with Wei Yumeng until she fell into a peaceful sleep.
Wei Yumeng’s condition was deteriorating, and his time was running out. He could only hope that Fang Xun’s investigation would yield some results.
Just then, Zhan Mohan’s phone rang.
“Mr. Zhan, we have a lead.”
Zhan Mohan’s spirits immediately lifted. “Tell me.”
“Actually, it’s like this…”
Upon hearing this, a plan immediately formed in Zhan Mohan’s mind. If all went according to plan, Zhou Fei would pay for his actions.
A few days later, following Zhan Mohan’s plan, Fang Xun, in disguise, contacted Zhou Fei.
“Mr. Zhou, a Detective Wang sent me to find you.”
“Detective Wang?” Zhou Fei sounded suspicious at the mention of the name.
In his line of work, to uncover explosive stories, reporters often resorted to unscrupulous methods.
For instance, they might hire private investigators to obtain sensitive information or directly investigate their targets.
This practice was technically forbidden in journalism, as it infringed upon an individual’s privacy.
However, Zhou Fei, eager to climb the ladder quickly, felt compelled to do so.
Over time, some private investigators began proactively offering information for sale.
Yet, Zhou Fei remained cautious. Buying private information was a shady business, and he wouldn’t easily trust anyone who approached him unsolicited.
“That’s right, Detective Wang. He just told me that this profession is quite unique and that one shouldn’t reveal their identity carelessly.”
Fang Xun adopted a secretive demeanor. “I have some classified information regarding Zhan Mohan and his wife. I believe you’ll be interested.”
As soon as Zhou Fei heard Zhan Mohan’s name, his caution evaporated. He never missed an opportunity to embarrass Zhan Mohan.
“However…” Fang Xun hesitated. “This information is highly explosive. I can’t just tell you over the phone. Besides, transactions require payment upon delivery. Could we perhaps meet?”
Zhou Fei pondered for a moment. “Alright, let’s meet.”
Zhou Fei then informed Fang Xun of the agreed-upon location.
After hanging up the phone, Zhou Fei relayed the meeting details to Zhan Mohan. Zhan Mohan smirked; the show was about to begin.
Under Zhan Mohan’s arrangements, his men had already prepared the coffee shop, installing hidden cameras in various corners to record the entire encounter. This was to ensure that, just like the videos of Wei Yumeng that Zhou Fei had leaked, his actions would be exposed for all to see.
When the appointed time arrived, Zhou Fei entered the coffee shop to find Fang Xun already there. Fang Xun, however, was disguised as a disheveled old man, making him less conspicuous.
“Well, I thought you wouldn’t show up,” Zhou Fei said, taking a seat opposite Fang Xun. “Of course, I’ll be here. The money is ready. Have you prepared your material?”
Fang Xun then proceeded to recount the fabricated secrets about Zhan Mohan and Wei Yumeng to Zhou Fei. He had, in fact, drawn inspiration from television dramas.
Fortunately, Zhou Fei, blinded by his animosity towards Zhan Mohan, was solely focused on leaking the information and ruining Zhan Mohan’s reputation.
While recording everything, Zhou Fei handed the money over to Fang Xun.
As Fang Xun counted the money, he engaged Zhou Fei in conversation.
“It’s not easy being an entertainment reporter. It’s only you who would think of buying information this way.”
Zhou Fei sneered. “As long as I get what I want, spending a little money is nothing to me.”
“But I’ve heard that such practices are frowned upon in the journalism circle.”
“So what? I don’t believe no one else does it. Although I’m a reporter, sometimes pursuing a sensational scoop…”
“Either the whole world is watching, or it’s a topic forbidden by the state. If I followed those rules strictly, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”
“Judging by what you’re saying, you hold a significant position in your company?”
“That’s right. I’m the director of the fashion gossip section. It’s through these methods that I’ve reached this position.”
Zhou Fei confided in Fang Xun because he genuinely believed Fang Xun was a private investigator, and divulging client information was a professional taboo. Thus, he assumed Fang Xun wouldn’t betray him for his own sake.
“Indeed, all jobs are difficult these days. It’s incredibly challenging to reach the top solely through hard work. It’s better to use one’s own methods.”
Zhou Fei appreciated Fang Xun’s agreement and expressed his admiration. He found it distasteful when some private investigators, while engaging in transactions with him, expressed disgust at his methods. This perhaps led him to speak more freely.
“Actually, I haven’t bought information in a long time. But you’re an exception.”
“Is it because your information concerns Zhan Mohan?” Fang Xun asked intentionally.
“Exactly. We have a grudge. The videos of his wife before were also something I orchestrated by bribing people. I just want to see him suffer.”
Zhou Fei smiled. “With your information now, I believe I’ll achieve my goal soon.”
At this moment, Zhou Fei was oblivious to what awaited him.
After a lengthy and engaging conversation with Fang Xun, they finally parted ways.
The very next morning, a video went viral, topping the headlines on various websites.
“Renowned Gossip Reporter Director Exposed for Unethical Rise to Power, Admits Methods.”
Headlines like these appeared as soon as Zhou Fei opened his phone.
“How could this be?” Zhou Fei stared in disbelief. The transaction he’d just made had been secretly recorded.
The video clearly showed his face, let alone captured his words.
Could it be…?
His mind immediately turned to the person he had met yesterday. But he couldn't fathom why the other party would betray him.
The video was cleverly shot and expertly edited, resembling a short documentary.
Zhou Fei was forced to accept that he had fallen into a trap. The information about Zhan Mohan was likely fabricated!
He recalled their previous conversation and swore to settle the score with the person who had betrayed him.
He would not let anyone who had done this to him get away with it!
Before he could fully process the situation, his phone rang. It was a call from his company’s executive.
“Zhou Fei, what is going on? You’d better give me an explanation!”
“Mr. Li, please let me explain.”
“Enough. You will come to the company immediately and bring your belongings. You’re fired!”