After a moment's silence, he said, "Your father's situation is indeed heartbreaking. I will do my best to help you, but please understand that even if we are willing, we may not succeed."

Jia Xiaoying nodded to show her understanding. She knew it was a difficult struggle, but she was willing to work hard for it. "I am willing to cooperate with all the preparations, including providing relevant evidence and information."

Secretary Yan looked at her deeply, with helplessness and sympathy in his eyes: "Okay, I'll help you arrange it. Let's start with the preparations."

In the next few days, Jia Xiaoying was busy preparing for her father's application for commutation of sentence. She sorted out her father's medical records and hospital diagnosis reports, and found several neighbors and friends who were familiar with her father's situation to write letters of testimony, detailing his performance and changes in prison.

Under the guidance of Secretary Yan, she organized the materials in an orderly manner and submitted them to the relevant departments without any mistakes. Although the process was not smooth and she often faced bureaucratic and procedural difficulties, she never gave up and always insisted on fighting for every possible opportunity for her father.

During this period, she also often visited her father. Although Jia Shifa's condition was serious, every time he saw his daughter, his eyes would become firm and reassured. Jia Xiaoying told him that she was working hard for a chance to reduce her sentence. Although he could not express much, the joy and gratitude in his eyes were obvious.

"Dad, you have to hold on, everything will be fine." Jia Xiaoying said, holding her father's hand.

Although Jia Shifa could not respond verbally, his eyes were full of trust and reliance on his daughter. He knew that his body was getting weaker and weaker, but he found strength and support in his daughter's firm eyes.

Day after day, the application process progressed slowly in the bureaucratic procedures. Jia Xiaoying waited for a response every day and prayed for her father's future every day. She knew that this struggle might be long and difficult, but she was unwilling to give up any hope.

Finally one day, she received a call from the township government. The voice on the other end of the phone came: "Jia Xiaoying, can you come over? We need to talk to you."

Jia Xiaoying's heart moved, she knew this might be a crucial notice. She hurried to the township government, her heart full of expectations and a little nervousness.

When she arrived at Secretary Yan's office, she saw him sitting with a legal advisor. Secretary Yan saw her come in and smiled and motioned for her to sit down.

"Xiaoying, we have received all the information and application you submitted." Secretary Yan said straight to the point, "After review and evaluation, we believe that your application has a certain degree of rationality."

Jia Xiaoying's heart beat faster and she waited nervously for the next result.

"At present, the legal adviser believes that we can propose a commutation of sentence to the court," Secretary Yan continued, "but the specific decision still needs to be heard and judged by the court."

Hearing this, Jia Xiaoying felt a sense of relief. This meant that their efforts were not in vain, and there was at least a glimmer of hope, although the odds of winning were still uncertain.

Ying said excitedly, "I will continue to cooperate with you in making all the preparations."

Secretary Yan nodded and continued, "We are already considering whether it is possible to find some witnesses to testify to your father's behavior in prison. Their statements may be helpful to the case."

Hearing this, Jia Xiaoying was delighted, but also a little worried: "Witnesses? I know it's not easy, but I will try my best to find them."

Secretary Yan smiled and said, "Actually, I have some clues here that may be able to help you. However, these people need to be carefully considered and selected."

Jia Xiaoying showed an expectant expression: "Secretary Yan, who is the witness you know? Can you tell me?"

Secretary Yan thought for a moment and said, "There are a few people who I got some clues from during the research process. They may have had contact with your father or know something about his situation in prison."

He picked up a document on the table and began to look through it. "For example, there is a former prison guard named Li Dacheng who once worked in Guixian Detention Center. Although he has retired, he should know something about the prison environment during that period and your father's situation."

Jia Xiaoying listened carefully and wrote down the name: "Li Dacheng... I will find him and listen to his opinions."

Secretary Yan continued, "In addition, there is another cellmate named Wang Liang. It is said that he and your father had a good relationship in prison. He should be in his hometown now and may be willing to come out to testify."

Jia Xiaoying nodded: "Wang Liang...I will contact him and see if he is willing to help."

Secretary Yan continued his analysis: "In addition, there are some volunteers from the local community who sometimes go to prison to visit inmates. Perhaps some of them can also provide some useful information."

Jia Xiaoying listened more carefully. She knew that these clues were important factors related to her father's future. "Thank you, Secretary Yan. I will contact them as soon as possible."

Secretary Yan looked at her with a smile: "Xiaoying, your father is a good man, we will do our best to help him."

Jia Xiaoying nodded gratefully: "Thank you and thank you to your team. Without your help, I would not be able to get to where I am today."

They talked for a while and decided on the next action plan. When Jia Xiaoying left the township government, she was full of hope and determination. She knew that although she was facing many difficulties and challenges, as long as there was a glimmer of hope, she would strive for it.

After returning home, Jia Xiaoying immediately started to contact witnesses. First, she found some local volunteer organizations, hoping to find experienced volunteers to learn whether any of them had entered the prison, especially the Guixian Detention Center. After some twists and turns, she finally contacted a volunteer named Zhang Zhiyuan.

Zhang Zhiyuan is an elderly retired teacher who has voluntarily joined the volunteer team and often goes to prisons and communities to provide some help and support to prisoners. He is willing to meet with Jia Xiaoying to talk about his experience and c.

That afternoon, Jia Xiaoying and Zhang Zhiyuan met in a quiet cafe. Zhang Zhiyuan was a kind and amiable old man, wearing simple but neat clothes, and always with a kind smile on his face.

"Mr. Zhang, thank you for being willing to see me." Jia Xiaoying thanked him.

Zhang Zhiyuan smiled and nodded: "Little girl, you're welcome. I've heard about your father's situation and I'm willing to help."

He took the tea handed over by Jia Xiaoying and said, “I don’t know much, but I can tell you that the situation in your county’s detention center was relatively stable, at least before I left.

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