Chapter 38

As cherry petals danced in the wind, Misaki opened the old diary and read the words of promise written there.

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Gu Chengyuan was shocked by Lin Fan's strength, and Zhang Haitian and Gu Meijuan were also dumbfounded, their hearts as turbulent as stormy waves, unable to calm down. They exchanged a glance, and both saw the astonishment in each other's eyes.

Such delicate petals could actually penetrate the tree trunk! How terrifying must the force be!

This wasn't a movie; it was a real event happening right before their eyes!

As for the little princess Qiqi, she didn't understand the significance of what Lin Fan had just demonstrated. She only knew that her daddy had won, defeating the big, scary uncle. She immediately clapped her hands and jumped around in joy, exclaiming, "Wow! Daddy is so awesome! Daddy is so cool!"

Hearing Qiqi's joyful cheers, Lin Fan turned around, a warm smile like a spring breeze on his face. He walked over to Qiqi, picked her up, and kissed her little cheek.

Daddy's kiss made Qiqi's smile even brighter.

Gu Chengyuan looked at Lin Fan's back, his heart still unable to calm down. He never imagined that the young man he had just bailed out of the police station, this young father with a cute child, was actually a master of qi! He was also filled with fear. Although he didn't know Lin Fan well, he could see that Lin Fan cherished his daughter dearly. If he had arrived a little later and Qiqi's safety had been threatened, this master of qi might have caused a massacre at the police station.

Not to mention a small district police station, even a heavily guarded prison with fully armed guards couldn't contain a master of qi! If it came to that, the situation would be completely out of control, and "they" might get involved...

Qiqi's clear and pleasant laughter brought Zhang Haitian back from his shock. He looked at Lin Fan and said, "Brother Lin... no... Master Lin, you've really surprised us!"

Previously, Zhang Haitian called Lin Fan "Master Lin" because of his profound medical skills, but now he called him "Master Lin" because of his even more terrifying abilities! Zhang Haitian didn't know how many more surprises and shocks this young man could bring.

Lin Fan waved his hand and said lightly, "Brother Zhang, don't call me Master. It's just a trivial trick, not worth mentioning."

Hearing this, Gu Chengyuan, who had just walked over, couldn't help but laugh and say, "Master Lin, you're joking. The trick you mentioned is something very few people in the world can do."

Lin Fan turned around and said with a bitter smile, "Brother Gu, you're here too. Regardless of my level, you two helped me today, so we are friends. Please don't call me Master anymore."

"Ha ha ha," Zhang Haitian laughed heartily, patting Gu Chengyuan's shoulder and said, "Brother, we're both old, but we're not as carefree as Brother Lin. Brother Lin, you're right; we were being too formal just now."

"Master of qi, that's a legendary existence. I've never been this close to one before... I just don't have the experience..." Gu Chengyuan said with a pout.

"Ha ha ha..."

Everyone laughed, and the atmosphere immediately became more relaxed.

"Daddy, daddy, Qiqi is hungry..."

At this moment, Qiqi covered her little tummy and said pitifully.

Lin Fan realized that his trip to the police station had taken a lot of time, and it was already noon. No wonder his little treasure was hungry.

Hearing this, Zhang Haitian clapped his hands and laughed, "Princess Qiqi is hungry? Why don't you eat here with Uncle?"

Qiqi asked in a clear voice, "Uncle, what delicious food do you have?"

Zhang Haitian smiled and said, "Uncle knows many great chefs. They can cook all kinds of dishes from all over the country. Whether it's something that flies in the sky, runs on the ground, or swims in the water, just tell Uncle what you want, and I'll have them start cooking."

Hearing this, Qiqi's eyes lit up, and she excitedly counted on her fingers, "Wow, I want... I want roasted pig hooves, um, I also want cola chicken wings, and, and, I also want braised fish!"

The adults all smiled at Qiqi's cute demeanor and walked back to the villa together. Zhang Haitian then called the chefs to start cooking.

The chefs that Zhang Haitian contacted were very efficient. Half an hour later, the prepared dishes were delivered to the villa. Gu Meijuan had also tidied up the dining room. As they ate, they chatted, and Zhang Haitian and his wife, as well as Gu Chengyuan, were all straightforward and easy-going people. Lin Fan found it quite pleasant to be with them.

Laughter and joy filled the dining table, and the atmosphere was very harmonious. Qiqi's innocent remarks often made the adults laugh and cry at the same time.

Halfway through the meal, Gu Chengyuan put down his chopsticks, picked up a napkin to wipe his mouth, and turned to look at Lin Fan. He hesitated for a long time but couldn't bring himself to say what was on his mind.

"Brother Gu, if you have something to say, just go ahead," Lin Fan, who had noticed Gu Chengyuan's unusual behavior, also put down his chopsticks and said.

Gu Chengyuan's face turned red, and he said, "Brother Lin, I have a request, but I'm not sure if it's appropriate to ask..."

Before Lin Fan could respond, Zhang Haitian, sitting on the other side, laughed and said, "Brother, you've already said this much; how can you not say it?"

Thanks to Zhang Haitian's mediation, the atmosphere became more relaxed and casual. Lin Fan smiled and raised his hand, saying, "Brother Gu, feel free to speak your mind."

"It's like this," Gu Chengyuan picked up the wine glass in front of him, took a sip, and wiped his mouth. "In our Nanjiang Province police force, there's a tradition. Every year on August 8th, a provincial police competition is held, and resources are allocated based on the rankings. This competition is usually participated in by the special police units from each city. I am not only the chief of the Longcheng City Public Security Bureau but also the commander of the Longcheng Special Police Unit, the Flying Dragon Special Operations Team. I have an old rival from my military days, who now commands the special police unit of the neighboring Donghai City, the Fierce Tiger Assault Team. In the past three years, the Fierce Tiger has always been first, and the Flying Dragon second. Do you know what they say in the Nanjiang Province police force?"

At this point, Gu Chengyuan's eyes were a bit red, and he clenched his fist, looking at Lin Fan before gritting his teeth and slowly saying, "The Flying Dragon is not a dragon, but a big worm on the ground. When the Fierce Tiger roars, the Flying Dragon runs away."

Saying this, Gu Chengyuan poured another glass of wine, drank it in one gulp, and wiped the corner of his mouth with the back of his hand. He then slapped the table in anger and said, "Damn it, when I was fighting on the battlefield, that Zhao Damo was still chopping cabbages in the kitchen. Now he's riding on my head. If it were anyone else, I wouldn't care, but Zhao Damo and I have had a grudge since the military. His cousin once violated military discipline and was punished by me, losing the chance for promotion. He has harbored a grudge ever since and has been insulting me and making things difficult for me over the years!"

"After last year's competition, I was impulsive and fell for his provocation. I bet that whoever wins this year, the loser has to publicly admit defeat, apologize, and shout three times that they are a turtle."

"Brother Lin, can you just stand by and watch me, an old man, suffer such humiliation?"

Saying this, Gu Chengyuan looked at Lin Fan expectantly, waiting for his response.