Chapter 2203 - 2204: Imperial Sword
Chapter 2203: Chapter 2204: Imperial Sword
“Really? There’s actually such a thing?”
“Based on what Boss Liu said, it seems he isn’t quite certain about this matter, so he didn’t pay extra attention to it and handed it over to me, told us to keep an eye on it when we have nothing else to do.”
Lin Yi pondered thoughtfully and felt that this matter probably wasn’t a big deal.
If it were truly serious, then it wouldn’t be a small matter and Shao Jianfeng wouldn’t be the only one notified to handle it.
“Then you guys should look into it, seeing as you have nothing else on your hands anyway.”
“Understood.”
After chatting briefly about official matters, the dinner party of eight officially started, with drinks and dishes crisscrossing the table for over three hours before gradually winding down.
“Lin Bro, things here in Pengcheng are mostly settled. When do you plan to head back to Zhong Hai?”
“Tomorrow,” Lin Yi replied. “We should have a result by tomorrow.”
“Then we should book the plane tickets now.”
“Sure, let’s go back together. I have a house there, you can stay at mine.”
“Heh heh, we never planned on staying at a hotel, anyway.”
“Damn.”
After the meal, the group swaggered out.
Ring ring ring—
At that moment, Lin Yi’s phone rang; it was a call from Ji Qingyan.
Before Lin Yi could speak, Ji Qingyan asked,
“Are you staying at the Ritz-Carlton?”
“Yeah, I told you about it before.”
“I saw the news this morning saying there was a car explosion at the hotel entrance last night. Are you alright?”
Uh…
“I was dead to the world last night, only found out about it this morning.”
“You’re okay then that’s good. Change location today, don’t stay there anymore.”
“Heh heh, I got it.”
“Stop laughing, I’m talking about serious matters here, finish up the case in Pengcheng and come back quickly.”
“Mm, understood.”
After hanging up, Lin Yi felt a lot more relaxed.
It had been a long time since he had received a concerned call from Ji Qingyan.
“Lin Bro, something just occurred to me,” said Zhang Chaoyue.
“The situation in Pengcheng is heating up, do you think the people from Pengcheng Chamber of Commerce might take a desperate gamble?”
“Possible, I’ve already considered that,” Lin Yi said.
“But it all depends on whether they have the guts to make that move.”
“Have you taken any precautions in advance? It wouldn’t be good if they caught us off guard.”
“Don’t worry about that, Xiao Bing has arranged everything.”
“Tsk tsk tsk, I actually hope they do take that gamble, just to see how much trouble they can stir up,” Luo Qi remarked.
“Don’t revel in other people’s misfortune,” Zhang Chaoyue said.
“The people from Shanwei are braver than the next, and I heard they have a history. Even when central figures came down to investigate, they ended up dying mysteriously. There’s really nothing they wouldn’t dare to do.”
“That’s because you don’t know about what happened last night.”
Xiao Bing eagerly began to tell the others about the incident from the previous night.
After hearing the story, the six people from the group were all agape in surprise.
“Really, Team Leader is badass, even blowing up both the car and the people in it.”
“You didn’t see the scene at the time; it was thrilling,” Xiao Bing said excitedly.
“So I guess, even if they’re thinking about making a move, they’ll have to weigh their own capabilities. Currently, public opinion is all against them, and how they’ll end the matter is still up in the air. Even if they want to, they probably don’t have the courage.”
“It’s mainly because of Lin Bro’s bold move; anyone without nerve would probably have been scared stiff, waiting to be captured.”
“Let’s go, the matter is over, there’s no point in discussing it aimlessly here,” Lin Yi said:
“Let’s head back to the hotel first. Today we’ll take a stroll around Pengcheng, and head back to Zhong Hai tomorrow.”
“Alright.”
Cheerfully, the group returned to the hotel and settled their luggage.
Ring, ring, ring—
Just as they reached the entrance, Lin Yi’s phone rang with an unfamiliar number.
“Hello?”
“Hello, may I speak with Team Leader Lin?”
“Who’s this?”
“Let me introduce myself first. My name is Su Wenyang, I am an inspector from the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection. I am here to handle the situation in Pengcheng. Do you have time? I would like to meet with you and discuss the matter here.”
Bloody hell!
Lin Yi internally screamed.
Even an “Imperial Sword” level figure had been dispatched, and so quickly at that. It seemed like the situation in Pengcheng was about to clear up at any moment.
“I don’t recommend you get involved in this.”
“Team Leader Lin, don’t doubt our principles and determination.”
“No, no, no, that’s not what I meant,” Lin Yi explained:
“I guess you understand better than I do how shitty those people from Shanwei are. Right now, their people are here in Pengcheng. I’m afraid it could be dangerous for you. And you know what happened at Permanent Village previously; if they get desperate, there’s no telling what they might do.”
“It’s fine, this is my job. Whatever happens, I’ve prepared myself to investigate thoroughly.”
“Brother, I’m very clear about who you guys are, and I never doubted that,” Lin Yi said:
“But you called me as soon as you got here, so I guess Elder Lu sent you. That makes us on the same side, so I can’t put you in harm’s way. I’ll handle Pengcheng’s issues myself. I don’t need the credit, but do allocate some merit to my team members, as if they’ve cooperated with you on this.”
“But in that case…”
“No worries, just listen to me. Those sons of bitches are tough to deal with. Trust me, you focus on writing your reports, and leave the life-risking work to us.”
“But that’s unfair to you.”
“Once you put on this uniform and step through this door, forget about fairness. As long as the problem is resolved, that’s all that matters.”
“Sigh… Team Leader Lin, you’ve worked hard.”
Su Wenyang took a deep breath, “I’m aware of your status, but you also need to be careful. After all, you are flesh and blood, and your significance to China is much greater than mine.”
“What kind of talk is that? We’re all serving the people here. Talking like this, you’re almost suggesting class antagonism.”
“Haha, then I’ll say no more, but please be careful.”
“Understood, we’ll talk later.”
Lin Yi didn’t engage in a long conversation with Su Wenyang or plan to let him get overly involved.
At Su Wenyang’s level, he was undoubtedly awesome.
A genuine “Imperial Sword,” able to handle anyone, then nonchalantly walk away after everything was done.
But with those bastards from Shanwei, Lin Yi truly dared not let him get involved.
They were bold enough to point a gun at his head; such people couldn’t be handled by just anyone.
But his appearance was a good sign, indicating that victory for their side was on the horizon.
Lin Yi didn’t share the news about Su Wenyang with anyone else and the group collectively returned to the hotel.
While processing room check-ins at the front desk, Xiao Bing glanced at the hotel lobby. Despite the numerous people hurrying back and forth, they all seemed ordinary and not suspicious.
“Notice anything unusual?” Yu Siying, who had finished checking in, turned to ask.
“All looks normal.”
“Don’t let your guard down, though. My family says that the folks from the Pengcheng Chamber of Commerce are all dirty. We should stay careful until we leave.”
“Got it, Sister Ying.”
After completing the check-in process, the group headed for the elevators and made their way to the eighth floor.
But just then, the doors to rooms at both ends of the eighth floor burst open, and over a dozen people with guns in their hands rushed out, pointing the dark muzzles at their heads.
“Fuck! Take cover!”