The man called boss shot a glare at his subordinate beside him, then said furiously, "Do you need to teach me how to do things? Can't you see this brat has caused such a huge stir that even the police in prison are making a move? If we deal with him inside the prison, we might not be able to escape."
"Alright, alright. I think this place is quite safe. Why don't we quickly finish what we need to do here to report back? You know, the benefits that woman gave us are not small. After this job, we won't have to live like this anymore. We can get married, have kids, and live a good life!"
After speaking, several people shot fierce glances at He Gu. They discreetly pulled out daggers from their pockets and slowly approached He Gu.
Seeing that his hands and feet were not bound and the men were closing in, He Gu instinctively dodged. However, how could he, alone, be a match for several people? Before long, he was surrounded. As his situation became increasingly perilous, He Gu gritted his teeth and, with a somber expression, began to negotiate: "Wait a minute. How much did that woman pay you? I can give you double, but only on one condition: that you let me go!"
"If I remember correctly, your reputation is ruined, all your accounts have been frozen, and the hospital you received treatment at has also been sealed. Where are you going to get the money to pay us?
Brothers, don't waste time with him. Let's finish him quickly. The longer we delay, the more likely it is that the police will find us, and we'll be done for!" As he finished speaking, several assailants suddenly produced daggers in their hands.
Seeing this, He Gu's legs began to tremble. He swallowed and cursed Zhang Wan'er inwardly for being so ruthless, abandoning him now that he was no longer useful!
As the assailants got closer, He Gu closed his eyes, his voice laced with a hint of tears. He slumped to the ground powerlessly, muttering, "That's right, my accounts have indeed been frozen. But I foresaw this situation today, so I transferred some of my assets to my other relatives a long time ago. I can take you to get the money. Tell me how much she paid you, and I'll double it. I'm not lying!"
These assassins completely ignored He Gu. Just as the knives were about to strike him, a sudden clamor of footsteps could be heard.
"There seems to be a sound over here. Come with me. Maybe those assassins are here!"
"The surveillance shows they disappeared in this area. Quickly search these nooks and crannies. If they're going to do something bad, they naturally wouldn't cause trouble in the direction of the city."
"Search everywhere carefully. We absolutely cannot let He Gu escape. He is one of the important witnesses!"
"..."
Hearing the voices, He Gu's eyes snapped open. With a surge of courage he didn't know he had, he yelled towards the approaching police, "I'm here! Hurry up and save me! Someone is trying to kill me! I'm here!"
Hearing He Gu's voice, the footsteps grew closer.
Seeing this, the assailants exchanged glances. They decided to play along, saying, "Boss, the police are here. Should we finish him quickly and leave this place?"
"Finish him for what? If we leave our fingerprints and other evidence here, wouldn't the police follow the clues and find us? Let's go. It's not worth going to jail for this little money!"
"Right, right! Let's go quickly. Don't get caught. Otherwise, we won't get the money and we'll end up in jail. Prison food isn't that good. We can just not take this job!"
With that said, the group of assailants ran off from the other end of the alley. As they rounded a corner, they ran right into Xiao Hei.
"Brother Xiao Hei, everything is handled here. You can go ahead."
Xiao Hei's lips curved upwards slightly. He gave the assailants a thumbs-up and whispered, "Alright, leave this matter to us. You guys go back quickly and don't let anything slip!"
"Okay." The assailants nodded and then disappeared into the corner.
Xiao Hei then walked towards He Gu. When he smelled a strange odor in the air, a look of disgust flashed in his eyes. He waved his hand, trying to dispel the smell from his nose.
"Officer, officer, save me! Someone is trying to kill me! Hurry and take me back, I'll confess everything!" Seeing Xiao Hei, He Gu acted as if he had seen a savior. He crawled to Xiao Hei's side without regard for his appearance, hugged his leg tightly, and pleaded desperately.
Xiao Hei curled his lips in disgust, wishing he could kick He Gu away. However, he still had to maintain his image as a good police officer. If he acted too harshly, who knew if this guy would hold a grudge and start playing dirty tricks?
To ensure the plan went smoothly, Xiao Hei put on a benevolent smile, helped He Gu up, and said comfortingly, "It's okay, it's okay. We've already dispatched people to track down those assassins. Don't worry. We will strengthen the management within the prison and absolutely will not let such a thing happen again!
Someone, take him back. By the way, didn't you say you had something to confess? If so, it's best to confess clearly, as this matter is related to your future safety. Only by working together to bring out the mastermind will you be truly safe."
After saying this, Xiao Hei's face showed a meaningful smile. He Gu found it very reasonable. Since his guilt was already established and he had lost everything, there was nothing left to fear.
He wanted to divert the attention of the He family and shift all their resentment towards Zhang Wan'er. Perhaps he would only serve a few years in prison and could be released later.
But if he remained silent and bore the brunt of it, who knew what the outcome would be? Perhaps Zhang Wan'er would send assassins to kill him again? Perhaps the He family, filled with hatred, would quietly deal with him to vent their anger?
Only by confessing and seeking leniency, then begging the He family for mercy and earning some merit, might the punishment be the lightest. As the saying goes, as long as the green hills remain, there will be wood to burn; twenty years later, he would still be a good man!
With this thought, He Gu nodded firmly. He then extended his hand for Xiao Hei to handcuff him, saying continuously, "I will cooperate fully with your investigation to uncover the truth!"