Chapter 94

The entire atmosphere, due to Chen Shuyuan's rebuttal, suddenly fell into an awkward state! Hu Quan, who chuckled awkwardly and wanted to say more, was stopped by Wang Hai's gaze. The crowd that had gathered was already attracting the attention of the reporters. If they didn't disperse soon, it could lead to chaos. Moreover, there was no solid evidence to prove that the Xiao Sheng in front of them had any connection with the shooter. If Hua Xin seized this opportunity and used public pressure, it would certainly push the police department into the spotlight again, which was not what the higher-ups wanted to see at this stage.

Observing Wang Hai, Xiao Sheng sensed that the other party was ready to let go. How could he not give the deputy director a chance to back down? With a modest smile, he said softly:

"Deputy Director Wang, how about this: tomorrow morning, after I send Ms. Chen to the company, I will go to the criminal investigation team to cooperate with the police. After all, too many things happened tonight, and I can't leave immediately."

Hearing Xiao Sheng's words, Wang Hai's gaze towards him became noticeably more "kindly," recognizing his potential as a leader.

"Considering Ms. Chen's personal safety and the many events that occurred tonight, the police are not unreasonable. Additionally, Miss Tong still has some legal procedures to go through. You both can come to the police station tomorrow." As he said this, Wang Hai's eyes were fixed on Chen Shuyuan, as everyone knew she was the main person involved!

"Thank you, Director Wang." As she spoke, Chen Shuyuan extended her right hand and lightly shook his. Polite and formal words were something everyone could say, but Wang Hai still had to give a few official statements, such as promising to solve the case as soon as possible. Chen Shuyuan, of course, gave her affirmation. Flattery that didn't cost anything was just a waste of saliva.

Just as Xiao Sheng was leading the group to leave, the reporters, who had been eager to act, swarmed over, surrounding the rescuer and the victim. Standing among the reporters, Xiao Sheng protected Tong Tong by his side and said with a smile:

"All the arrangements tonight were personally directed by Director Wang. As the family of the hostage, I just cooperated with the police. I thank the police of Gangcheng for their rescue efforts. Thank you. Additionally, my sister is still a student and will soon be taking the college entrance exam. I don't want her to have too much mental pressure. I hope you can understand. For specific details, you can interview Director Wang, who is the overall commander of this rescue operation. He should have the most authority to speak on this matter." Hearing Xiao Sheng's words, the reporters didn't feel comfortable asking too many probing questions. After Xiao Sheng led the group away, they all turned their microphones towards Wang Hai. Regardless, this was an event that would enhance the police's credibility among the public, and Wang Hai also accepted the interview. However, he had a bit more goodwill towards Xiao Sheng, who was "reasonable."

Walking to the car, Tong Tong, who had been closely following Xiao Sheng, tightly held onto the hem of his clothes, afraid that he would hand her over to her parents again. Seeing this, Li Yuwan couldn't help but recall Xiao Sheng's scream in the police station, her eyes filled with a complex look!

"Aunt, Auntie, let's go back together. The hotel is not as comfortable as home, and Aunt Wu has already tidied up the rooms!" Hearing Chen Shuyuan's words and seeing her daughter's expectant eyes, Li Yuwan, who had been deeply moved tonight, nodded slightly. Seeing her mother nod, Tong Tong finally broke into a long-awaited smile.

Two consecutive incidents had a significant impact on Tong Tong's psychology. However, because Xiao Sheng had been using "unconventional" methods to minimize this impact, she still had nightmares when sleeping at night. Fortunately, her parents and Chen Shuyuan were all in the room with her.

At around midnight, when everyone was asleep, AK and Scout quietly slipped into Xiao Sheng's "doghouse." Xiao Sheng, who didn't dare to turn on the lights too brightly, lowered his head and discussed something with the two of them.

In front of the three of them was a map of Gangcheng's power distribution, hand-drawn by AK. It wasn't very detailed, but it included the main areas and venues of the major forces in Gangcheng, and even some political backgrounds were marked.

"AK, you have bear paws, but your writing is like a woman's, weak and feeble." Scout always quarreled with AK whenever they met.

"Your writing looks like chicken scratches, and I can't even read it. For three days, I worked as a security guard during the day and a 'dancer' at night, mingling in all the major nightclubs in Gangcheng, almost exhausting myself. By the way, boss, we're running out of funds. Can we get more?"

"Did you spend all ten thousand yuan?" Xiao Sheng slowly raised his head, staring at him in shock.

"Of course, gathering this information isn't cheap."

"Stop it, you're using public funds for personal use again, finding women."

"No, Scout, are you asking for a beating? I didn't find women; I found men. Dancers are the most detailed source of information. They accept any job for money, know a lot, and don't attract the attention of the gray forces."

"Alright, you've made it a career, selflessly contributing. Your mouth is quite good."

"Both of you, be quiet." As he said this, Xiao Sheng's gaze focused on the area where the suburbs and the city intersected. In this mixed area, there were more than a dozen small and large forces scattered, and most of Gangcheng's nightclubs were concentrated here, known as the famous "City of Lights" in Gangcheng.

Among these dozen forces, the name of the leader of one of the smaller forces caught Xiao Sheng's attention.

"Liu Qiang." After muttering this, Xiao Sheng couldn't help but think about something.

"Boss, are we going to support a force again, like in Yangcheng, and take out a few black forces while we're at it?"

"This is the fastest and most effective way to establish an intelligence network in Gangcheng. Both missions are centered in Gangcheng, so we need to make a big move."

"How do we explain it to the higher-ups? Last time in Yangcheng, we were criticized and even reprimanded for doing this!"

"Damn, that was just for show for the other teams! Where there are people, there is a江湖 (jianghu, a term for the underworld or criminal world). The gray forces and the 'black gold empire' can't be completely eradicated anywhere. Since they can't be eradicated, we need to find someone we know well to be our representative. Jiang Jinguo in Shanghai and Dahongpao in Yucheng are both supported by the higher-ups, right?"

"Boss, you're missing a top-tier figure, the second master of Beisheng, Nalan." Hearing Scout's words, Xiao Sheng gave him a slap on the head. AK, who was gloating, was secretly laughing. In front of his brothers and comrades-in-arms, Xiao Sheng had never hidden his identity.

"AK, I need all the information on Liu Qiang, including how he started, what he's doing now, which forces he has conflicts with, and his family situation. I want the most detailed information."

"Three days, at most three days, but the funds..."

"Figure it out yourself. The police probably won't even need to pass it on; the higher-ups will send it directly. Three days, ten thousand yuan, damn! By the way, don't make any principled mistakes." As Xiao Sheng said this, Scout and AK exchanged a suspicious glance, and Scout tentatively asked:

"Boss, should we borrow some from Zhonglei Group? Your sister-in-law is definitely generous."

"You two brats, daring to investigate my private life?" After saying this, Xiao Sheng angrily stood up and charged at the two of them!

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