The director here was a man in his forties, short, a bit stout, with a fleshy, stern face.
Upon seeing him, Ye Tian immediately recalled that this man was named Tu Danian, the very person who had arrested him years ago and subjected him to repeated beatings. Moreover, it was this man who had fabricated the charges against him.
The director didn't recognize Ye Tian at first glance. After all, more than two years had passed, and Ye Tian's demeanor had changed drastically. He politely stood up, offered a cigarette, and said with a smile, "Mr. Ye, with Brother Hu vouching for you, I will resolve your matter as quickly as possible."
Hearing the word "quickly," Li Yuanhu said, "Brother Tu, Luo Tuizi has already admitted it was an accident."
Tu Danian exclaimed, "Oh dear," his face showing difficulty. "But I've already filed the case and submitted it to higher authorities. If we want to withdraw it, it's very troublesome."
Li Yuanhu was furious inwardly, but he maintained a smiling facade. "Brother Tu, please think of a way. We've known each other for years. Don't you know me? If this matter is handled smoothly, your brother won't forget your kindness."
Tu Danian chuckled, "Brother Hu, you're not treating me like a brother if you say that. Your matters, how could I not take them seriously? Don't worry, I'll definitely get this sorted out."
Ye Tian suddenly said, "Tu Danian, you really don't remember me?"
Tu Danian was taken aback, "You..."
Ye Tian said calmly, "I am Ye Tian. Two years ago, you led people to arrest me and beat me for three consecutive days to force a confession."
Tu Danian's memory slowly surfaced with Ye Tian's appearance from that time. His expression became complex, then he laughed heartily, "So it's you. You're out?"
Ye Tian said to Li Yuanhu, "Yuanhu, turn on your phone and record."
Li Yuanhu didn't understand, but he turned on his phone. Ye Tian had already, with lightning speed, pressed a few points on Tu Danian. Simultaneously, he waved his hand, and twelve immortal needles pierced into Tu Danian's brain.
He recited an incantation. Li Yuanhu's eyes suddenly rolled back, and after a few seconds, he returned to normal.
This was Ye Tian using a high-intensity hypnosis technique. He wanted Tu Danian to tell the truth.
"Tu Danian, you've been involved in many illegal and disciplinary activities over the years, haven't you?" he asked.
Tu Danian replied, "Yes."
Ye Tian continued, "Tell us about the illegal things you've done. Cooperate with the country for leniency."
Thus, Tu Danian recounted everything he had done over the years, one by one. The most significant was taking money.
He would accept money from defendants, refuse to file cases, and drag them out until the plaintiffs lost their patience and were willing to settle. Of course, during this process, he would gradually extort more money from the defendants.
For example, he collaborated with prostitutes and their handlers. They would periodically arrest women soliciting on the streets. Those who went out for such activities dared not let their families or employers know, so they were generally willing to pay to resolve the issue. The amount varied, but thirty thousand was not much, and a hundred thousand was not a lot, so their earnings each time amounted to hundreds of thousands or even millions.
Furthermore, casinos, brothels, bars, and other establishments had to pay him protection money.
In this way, this minor director managed to pocket millions annually! He had been in this position for eight years, accumulating assets worth thirty to forty million. He owned ten apartments, four commercial properties, and substantial savings in Haicheng.
Even Li Yuanhu, who was recording, cursed inwardly, "This bastard is really good at making money!"
Tu Danian confessed for an hour and a half, with Li Yuanhu continuously recording. After the questioning ended, he sent the video to Zhou Chuanwu at the Provincial Department.
Zhou Chuanwu was in a meeting when he saw the video. He was stunned. Was this Tu Danian crazy? Why was he confessing everything? He even confessed about bribing his superiors, detailing everything.
He ended the meeting early and summoned Long Li, the head of the Criminal Investigation Corps. Long Li, who had martial arts training and knew people from various circles, watched the video first and then asked, "Long Li, do you think this Tu Danian has mental problems?"
Long Li's expression was grave. "Director Zhou, he doesn't have problems. His will has been controlled; he's not acting of his own accord."
Zhou Chuanwu inquired, "Controlled will?"
Long Li nodded, "This indicates the involvement of a master. This person's cultivation level is at least at the Martial King realm. Director Zhou, we cannot afford to offend such a person. If angered, they could cause rivers of blood to flow and wipe out my entire corps."
Zhou Chuanwu took a deep breath. "I understand."