The sudden turn of events left everyone stunned. Instead of apprehending the "terrorists" as expected, hundreds of police officers arrested the entire Jin family present on the spot!
This unexpected development enraged and shocked the Jin family.
"Yang Bian, are you crazy? You dare to arrest us! Have you had enough of being the Chief of Police?" the Jin family members roared at Chief Yang, trembling with anger and disbelief.
Yang Bian, who was usually a sycophant to the Jin family, readily obeying their every whim, had suddenly gone mad and was now turning on his masters!
The onlookers were equally taken aback. Their eyes widened in astonishment as they witnessed the Jin family members being apprehended by the police, right in the middle of the street, under the gaze of numerous cameras.
What was happening? Weren't they supposed to be arresting terrorists? Why were they arresting members of the Jin family instead?
"Damn, what's going on? The situation has completely reversed. Why are the police arresting the Jin family instead of terrorists?" someone exclaimed, clearly confused by the unfolding events.
A ripple of unrest spread through the crowd. Some began to speculate if the Jin family had offended a powerful figure and were now facing a purge.
"Had enough? Yes, I've had enough!" Chief Yang's already grim expression darkened further at the Jin family's words. He felt he had jumped into a volcano by assisting the Jin family. Not only was his career in jeopardy, but he might even find himself imprisoned. The more he thought about it, the angrier he became. It was all the Jin family's fault!
"Thoroughly investigate the Jin family, their entire network of connections, and all businesses associated with them, no matter how big or small!" Chief Yang issued a series of orders, effectively pronouncing the Jin family's doom.
While he was usually subservient to the Jin family, he now carried the weight of higher authority. As the saying goes, even a tiger's skin can be used as a banner, and he was now wielding the "dragon's hide."
His subordinates were shocked by the orders, realizing this was a clear move to liquidate and confiscate the Jin family's assets. After confirming the orders were correct, the police officers proceeded without hesitation, dispatching instructions to precincts in various districts to investigate the Jin family's businesses and assets.
The detained Jin family members watched in disbelief, their faces contorted with rage and a dawning sense of dread. They sensed that the Jin family was facing an unprecedented crisis.
Having concluded his business, Yang Bian nervously turned his attention to Xu Mo and the other three. He recalled Officer Deng mentioning that the immensely powerful figure was among them. With a single glance, Yang Bian knew it was the man standing nearly two meters tall, exuding an extraordinary aura. His presence was so transcendent, making him seem less like a mortal and more like an immortal.
Recognizing the VIP, Yang Bian's tension escalated. He hurried forward, approaching Xu Mo with a fawning smile and a subservient bow. "This... this gentleman, my name is Yang Bian, and I am the Chief of Police for Suzhou City. I am truly, deeply sorry. This was our police department's mistake. We were misled by the Jin family's slander, which led to this misunderstanding."
"Everything that happened today is my fault. I placed too much trust in the Jin family. I never imagined that a family like the Jin family, known for their model and progressive enterprises, would resort to framing and fabricating accusations!" By the end of his speech, Yang Bian's voice was filled with feigned indignation, as if he had been genuinely deceived by the Jin family.
Xu Mo watched his performance with a calm expression. He mused that Yang Bian truly lived up to his name, being adept at changing his demeanor. Just moments before, he had displayed an official air towards Xu Mo and his companions. Then, he had adopted a subservient attitude towards the Jin family. Now, he had executed a complete reversal.
Xu Mo surmised that the reason for Yang Bian's drastic change in attitude after receiving a phone call was likely due to the higher echelons of China becoming aware of the situation.
Qin Cheng and his wife were already stunned by the turn of events, which they had never anticipated. While they were somewhat less shocked, knowing Xu Mo's true identity, their daughter Qin Ran was completely bewildered, her mind struggling to comprehend the unfolding chaos.
"Heh, what if the person being labeled a 'terrorist' today wasn't me, but an ordinary person?" Xu Mo asked coldly.
"This... of course, they would be treated equally..." Yang Bian stammered, breaking out in a cold sweat, his voice lacking conviction. He was filled with regret, wishing he had never colluded with the Jin family. Over the years, he had gained little and only accumulated trouble. He had hoped to strike it rich today, but instead, he had stumbled upon a terrifyingly large problem.
"Hmph! Tell Deng to come and see me himself." Xu Mo snorted. Since the Chinese high command was aware of the matter, he no longer wished to be involved. He trusted that they would handle it appropriately, and the Jin family, along with Chief Yang and other involved parties, would face their just deserts.
He gestured for Qin Cheng to leave. Qin Cheng nodded, and the group departed the scene without anyone daring to stop them.
The surrounding crowd erupted in shock. What had they just witnessed? Chief Yang, bowing and apologizing to the lead "terrorist" – a sight so extraordinary it left everyone in awe! Earlier, some had speculated that the Jin family had offended a powerful figure. Now, it was clear that this figure was the incredibly handsome man before them!
"Hiss...! What is that man's identity? One phone call and Chief Yang orders a raid on the Jin family? That's terrifying!"
"With such power, it's likely only those few at the highest levels of government could achieve this. The Jin family isn't a small clan; they are deeply rooted in Suzhou City with immense influence!"
"The Jin family is finished! Various departments have already begun a thorough investigation. The tax bureau, fire department, health department, industry and commerce department, and others are all in action. This is serious. Suzhou City might not have a Jin family from today onwards!"
"No way! The Jin family is like a giant whale. If it falls, it will cause an 'earthquake' in Suzhou City!"
"When one whale falls, ten thousand things come to life. Although the Jin family's downfall will cause an 'earthquake' in Suzhou City, it also presents an opportunity for smaller families to seize their assets!"
"Poor Jin family, a once-thriving clan, now falling into ruin simply because they offended one person. Life is truly unpredictable, a bizarre twist of fate!"
Everyone was stunned by the Jin family's fate and speculated about the identity of the person they had offended. Such immense power was truly remarkable!