Chapter 135: Chapter 128: Casting the Net
Young Master Zhang just smiled noncommittally. He wasn’t at the scene that night, so he wasn’t very knowledgeable about the situation, just found it a bit unbelievable, but didn’t agree with Young Master Qu’s words. He said lightly, "Young Master Qu, even if that kid is skilled, isn’t that impossible?" After all, they’ve encountered plenty of skilled individuals before, people who could kick someone four or five meters away. But what use is just being skilled?
"It’s very possible. Didn’t Biaozi go to handle him last night? But now Biaozi is in Yanjing Police Station’s detention center. The only one who can suppress Guan Shaofeng’s influence would be Lin Zhifang from the City Bureau. Plus, with what’s happening this morning, could it just be a coincidence?" Qu Haobo said calmly.
"Young Master Qu, I recall you saying that Xia Xue appeared at Sun Min’s birthday party that night because Fatty Wang informed you?" Young Master Zhang reminded, "Don’t you find that a bit far-fetched? Since when has Fatty Wang been so kind to us?"
"Yes, that’s it, I’ve almost got it figured out!" Qu Haobo, upon hearing what Young Master Zhang said, suddenly became enlightened and confidently stated, "There must be a trace of the man who left with Xia Xue behind this matter. And Fatty Wang must know the identity and background of this man. Could he be from the Hua family? I only caught a glimpse of that kid, but he was quite handsome. People from the Hua family are known for their good looks, aren’t they?"
Young Master Zhang thought for a moment but then shook his head, saying, "He couldn’t be from the Hua family. Is there any third-generation playboy from the Hua family we don’t know yet? Besides, I have never heard of any connection between the Xia Family and the Hua Family. Otherwise, would the Wang Family still be pressuring the Xia Family? From what I’ve heard, in a couple of days, during Elder Xia’s 80th birthday, it’s when Xia Xue will get engaged to Fatty Wang. If someone from the Hua Family had rescued Xia Xue, how come there’s not even a whisper from the Xia Family?"
"So, at Elder Xia’s 80th birthday celebration in two days, there will be a series of shows!" Qu Haobo’s lips curled into a slight smile.
"What does Young Master Qu mean?"
"Since Fatty Wang wants to watch the show, why can’t I?" Qu Haobo smiled slightly.
"So, are we doing nothing?"
"Since we’re watching a show, just get your chairs ready and enjoy. I love watching a good show!" Qu Haobo’s lips widened into a smile.
"And that man? Young Master Qu, are you just going to let him go?" Young Master Zhang asked puzzled.
"Why let him go? Give me a reason. Since Fatty Wang wants to watch a show, and I also want to see a show, then Fatty Wang should perform the show!" Qu Haobo replied blandly.
"Brilliant, truly brilliant!" Young Master Zhang gave a thumbs up.
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After Director Lin sent off Xiao Lin, he initially wanted to call Captain Li to send over some surveillance footage, but reconsidering, he decided to head directly to the Traffic Police Headquarters. Since he chose a side, he needed to commit fully. Others might not be aware of the terrifying power of Dragon Soul, but as someone who was once almost selected for its assessment as one of Huaxia’s elite special forces, Director Lin, although his skills have mostly deteriorated over the years, his understanding of Dragon Soul has only grown deeper.
After Captain Li finished calling Young Master Zhang, he thought he might find a chance in the coming days to sit down with Qu Haobo and Young Master Zhang. If possible, he could gain their favor and support; wouldn’t he have more opportunities for promotion?
Who would have thought that Director Lin would arrive soon after, personally coming over. Captain Li hurried to greet him, maintaining the necessary low profile, but his language was not as humble as before. Having leaned on the significant "tree" of Qu Haobo, Captain Li felt more confident. Of course, facing his old leader, and the very person who promoted him, Director Lin, Captain Li still appeared very humble.
There were only two people in the office, Director Lin and Captain Li. Captain Li was single-handedly promoted by Director Lin; otherwise, he wouldn’t have this position as Traffic Police Brigade’s captain. This position offered much more than being the deputy director of the Yanjing City Bureau. Seeing Captain Li appearing to climb up the "tree", Director Lin was not angry, and he said calmly, "I’m here to get the surveillance footage. The City Bureau received a report, and we’re taking over the car accident near Yan University this morning. It almost constitutes an attempted murder!"
"Director Lin, what is this?" Captain Li was dumbfounded; he didn’t expect Director Lin to directly request surveillance footage and classify the case as an attempted murder. Had he lost his mind? Didn’t he realize he was up against Qu Haobo? Qu Haobo’s father is Qu Dongbo, the third most influential figure in Yanjing, backed by a prominent Huaxia family.
"Director Lin, are you crazy? Do you know who you’re up against? It’s not just Qu Haobo you’re dealing with, but the entire Qu Family, with Qu Dongbo at the helm. The Qu Family is an elite family not just in Yanjing but all of Huaxia!" Captain Li couldn’t help but say.
"To hear you speak this way makes my mentorship of you worthwhile. You’re correct; the Qu Family is indeed a prominent family in Huaxia, and Qu Dongbo is the third most powerful person in Yanjing, but that doesn’t mean they can act with impunity and trample on the lives of the people at will!" Director Lin spoke with uprightness, standing on moral high ground.
Captain Li almost laughed at Lin Zhifang’s righteous demeanor. What was wrong with Lin Zhifang today? Had he lost his mind? Captain Li didn’t mean Lin Zhifang shouldn’t speak such words, but that such statements require consideration of who you’re addressing. Even though as a deputy director of the Yanjing City Bureau who had some real power and could be considered a notable figure, he should see who he’s going up against.
However, for Captain Li to rise to his current position, his mind was quite sharp. While Lin Zhifang might not be as righteous as he outwardly claimed, compared to others, he had numerous admirable qualities and wasn’t foolish but very clever. Realizing that he was up against Qu Dongbo, the third most powerful man in Yanjing, and the substantial background of the Qu Family, how could a mere deputy director like Lin Zhifang think he could influence that?
In Yanjing, the Hua Family has the capability, and the Chen Family barely has it too, but if you look at the whole of Huaxia, the Hua Family might not be stronger than the Qu Family. After all, Elder Qu only stepped down from the leadership position four years ago and is now retired in the capital, but that doesn’t mean his influence has weakened. Faced with such a family, if Lin Zhifang still has a shred of sanity, it’s absolutely impossible for him to say such things.
And now, seeing that Lin Zhifang hasn’t lost his mind nor burned his brain, there’s only one other explanation: Lin Zhifang has latched onto another big tree, and this big tree is targeting the Qu Family, perhaps intending to drive the Qu Family out of Yanjing.
Captain Li’s mind is quite astute too. In this affair of gods fighting, someone like him can only watch from the sidelines. Even Lin Zhifang merely plays a subordinate role, and he doesn’t even have the privilege to watch. This is just a moment’s thought, and Captain Li quickly figures it out. At this point, he adopts a very humble attitude and says, "Director Lin’s virtues are admirable, it truly moves Xiao Li. I’ll immediately instruct the surveillance department to send over the tapes!"
"Mm, and have the surveillance recordings from several nearby streets this morning sent over as well!" Lin Zhifang said indifferently.
Captain Li felt a bit troubled and said, "Director Lin, that might take a while!"
"Mm, no problem, I have time!" Lin Zhifang intended not to leave until he got the surveillance tapes, and Captain Li also made up his mind. If the surveillance tapes are handed to Lin Zhifang, it looks like he’ll have to take a sick leave or something, otherwise, in this war without gunpowder, who knows if he might get caught up in it.
"Do you want the master tapes or copies?" Captain Li asked before leaving.
"You can give me copies!" Lin Zhifang snorted coldly. If it weren’t for the fact that you’re usually pretty smart, I wouldn’t need to remind you again. If you don’t quite understand this talk, if anything happens in the future, you can’t blame me.
"I understand!" Captain Li felt a chill on his back as he exited the door, sensing that a storm was brewing in Yanjing.
Half an hour later, Captain Li appeared in the office and handed the master tapes to Lin Zhifang. He said, "Director Lin, it seems I have some health issues recently. The doctor advised me to be hospitalized for observation for a while. What do you think?"
"A revolution relies on a sound body as a foundation; only with good health can one contribute more to the Party’s and the country’s cause!" Lin Zhifang now had a slight smile on his face.
"What Director Lin said is very true!" Captain Li felt relieved at heart; no matter how chaotic it gets, at that time, I’ll already be "hospitalized" in the capital, happily free and leisurely.
After leaving the police station, Xiao Lin got into the car, picked up his phone, opened up the contact list, found a number, and dialed it: "Uncle Hua, this is Xiao Lin!"
"Xiao Lin, it’s you. I heard from my useless son that you came to Yanjing for work and didn’t come to see Uncle Hua?" A hearty, loud laugh came from the other side of the phone.
"I’ve been in Yanjing for quite a few days but haven’t visited you, fearing your busy schedule. When would Uncle Hua be free?" Xiao Lin said calmly.
"It’s almost noon now, let’s have lunch together. I’ll have your aunt cook, it’s been a while since us old fellows seen each other!"
"Alright, I’ll come over now!" Xiao Lin didn’t hesitate toward Hua Muyun.
Xiao Lin thought for a moment and casually dialed another number. Surprisingly, it went through, and Xiao Lin smiled slightly, saying, "Night Eagle, want to come over to Yanjing for a visit?"
"Sure!"
A simple word, Xiao Lin didn’t say anything else and hung up.
Night Eagle, the intelligence captain of Dragon Soul. The intelligence needed by Dragon Soul mostly comes from him, and all the captains of Dragon Soul command teams of more than a hundred people. However, in this hundred-person team, Night Eagle is the only true part of Dragon Soul.
After making these two calls, Xiao Lin finally started the car and drove towards Hua Muyun’s residence. (To be continued. If you like this work, feel free to vote on Qidian () with your recommendation votes and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)