Moreover, although the matter with Peng Hetong was now crystal clear, making Yuan Shang's immediate punishment impeccable according to the regulations, it was still unusual. In the past, Yuan Shang had always been extremely cautious when announcing punishments, especially for someone above the rank of hall chief.
How could he possibly announce it on the spot like this? Unless…
Hua Xingxue couldn't help but glance at Xu Ke, his heart pounding in shock. Could the usually impartial Yuan Shang have rushed the punishment because of Wong Qifu's fiancé? He immediately dismissed the possibility. Even Wong Qifu herself doesn't have that much clout here. Then it has to be… Hua Xingxue's pupils shrank. Xu Ke?
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"Vice Alliance Leader Yuan, isn't this too hasty? How can there be no investigation?" Peng Hetong immediately protested.
As the Law Enforcement Hall Chief, he could have manipulated the process if proper procedures were followed.
