Chapter 44 - 44 44 Logical Loop

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44: Chapter 44: Logical Loop 44: Chapter 44: Logical Loop Lin Xiaosu said: “You’re breaking the rules by voluntarily disclosing case details, but it’s not against the rules to analyze the case. Let me ask you, is the hidden mastermind behind him Ghost Eye Old Seven?” The three people in the room were shocked at the same time... Chief Zhang frowned: “You know about Ghost Eye Old Seven?” “Before you arrived, I had already asked him. He told me it was Ghost Eye Old Seven.” That’s right! A detective’s instinct, after all. When one is attacked, one naturally goes after the mastermind behind the scenes. “Ghost Eye Old Seven, that name has entered our radar a long time ago. We suspect the person pulling the strings behind Fengcheng’s vast criminal network is Ghost Eye Old Seven. However, this individual is extremely cunning, makes secret contacts with subordinates and has never revealed his true face. According to these two assassins, they acted upon receiving text messages.” Now this has started to sound a bit like case analysis. Chief Zhang doesn’t want to miss such a good opportunity because Lin Xiaosu’s interventions have been miraculous, hitting the mark every time, which gave him some kind of fantasy. Therefore, he further revealed the name of Ghost Eye Old Seven, which has troubled him for years, in front of him. “Do you believe what they said?” Lin Xiaosu’s gaze slowly lifted. Chief Zhang chuckled lightly: “A police officer’s instinct is actually to doubt everything! Of course, we wouldn’t so readily believe the statements of suspects. That’s why I’ve already arranged for someone to investigate the recent activities of these two men. In about two hours, we should receive a report. Would you... be willing to wait?” Be willing to wait? Four words, meaning profound. Arranging for someone to investigate the suspects’ tracks brings back first-hand clues. Theoretically, Lin Xiaosu should leave. But Chief Zhang specifically asked him, would you be willing to wait? Lin Xiaosu said: “Does Chief Zhang mean that I can be deeply involved in this case?” “It’s a contradiction. From a disciplinary standpoint, I can’t allow you to participate. But, I really hope to see a real breakthrough in this case. For over a decade on this ancient land, too many tragedies occur each day, the tears and blood of people losing their livelihoods, the bones that lie in pools of blood, the pervasive fear under wickedness, probably cannot all be accommodated by just two words like ‘discipline’... Therefore, if violating discipline once could lead to the capture of those scoundrels, I think I am willing!” Lin Xiaosu exhaled softly: “Since Chief Zhang puts it that way, I only have one word: Sure!” Chief Zhang laughed heartily: “Do you play chess?” “Chinese chess or Go?” Chief Zhang said: “Go is too brain-burning, and I don’t have many brain cells to begin with, can’t afford the loss. Let’s stick to Chinese chess!” The two played chess there. Sun Yang tilted his head and gave advice on the side. Zhou Mei, not being too familiar with Chinese chess, didn’t interfere. After adding some water for them, she leaned back in her chair, played with her phone for a bit, and then there was no ‘then’—she fell asleep. Lin Xiaosu pinched a chess piece between his fingers, his gaze swept over Zhou Mei’s face and settled on Chief Zhang’s face. Chief Zhang did not look at him, responding calmly: “Didn’t sleep all night yesterday. In our line of work, you need to have the ability to sleep at any time.” “Before I came into contact with you, I didn’t have a good impression of you guys,” smiled Lin Xiaosu. “Why? Caught gambling or soliciting prostitution? Or caught for unlicensed driving and fined 2000?...” “Damn it! Do you really have to dig into my history, Chief Zhang? When have I ever gambled or solicited?” “What are you yelling for? Zhou Mei just fell asleep, do you really want to wake her up and feel proud of yourself?” Sun Yang laughed on the side. He had never seen Chief Zhang in this light before. Even knows how to joke... Time passed minute by minute. The county town gradually quieted down. The bustling streets also slowly became emptier, with cars passing infrequently. The Criminal Investigation Building also became quiet. Suddenly, a crisp “ding” from the elevator rang out. Both of them looked up at the same time. The conference room door was pushed open, and two police officers walked in side by side: “Captain Zhang, we’ve found something...” They glanced at Lin Xiaosu, hesitating to continue. Because there was a stranger present. Zhou Mei also woke up, probably having just slept two hours. “Go on!” Chief Zhang said. “Yes!” The police officer on the left approached the computer, pulled out an external hard drive, and connected it to the computer. The screen in front came on, displaying the computer’s projection. “These are the recent activities of the two suspects...” The officer’s hand guided the mouse lightly, selecting seven locations. “There’s a car that caught our attention because, within three days, the suspects got into this car twice. This person is highly suspicious!” Surveillance footage appeared, zooming in on a man wearing gold-rimmed glasses. Chief Zhang’s pupils contracted sharply: “Qi Hongzhong!” That police officer said: “Does Chief Zhang know him? Should we introduce him?” Chief Zhang gestured with his hand: “No need to introduce, we have his information in the files, we’ll look at it ourselves. Is there anything... not recorded in the files?” “Yes!” The other officer said: “We’ve just checked Qi Hongzhong’s whereabouts, and he’s left the country!” Chief Zhang stood up abruptly: “When did he leave? What’s the destination?” “The flight ticket for yesterday afternoon at three o’clock, destination was the capital of Qingmian Country, Qingmai. Checked his visa, he has permanent residency in Qingmian Country!” Chief Zhang’s face was as somber as water, slowly raising his head: “Is there any other information?” “Nothing!” “Go take a rest!” “Yes!” Two police officers left the conference room. Chief Zhang came to the computer, reviewing all the information obtained... Lin Xiaosu, Zhou Mei, and Sun Yang couldn’t sleep at all, all staring at the computer projection. Various signs showed that this assassination was orchestrated by Qi Hongzhong. And Zhou Mei had a mad idea concerning the overall pattern of the Fengcheng criminal gang... “Have you all finished observing? Any thoughts?” Chief Zhang slowly lifted his head from the computer. Zhou Mei spoke up: “Chief Zhang, I think that Ghost Eye Old Seven, whom we’ve been desperately seeking, is highly likely to be him.” “Explain your reasoning...” Zhou Mei organized her thoughts and began... Fengcheng has Ghost Eye Old Seven, this has been a common understanding for a long time. But no one knows who Ghost Eye Old Seven is, only that he has an influential reach and contacts across all lines. Closely related to a local gang. Even though this gang hasn’t openly formed as a faction, internally it has already factionalized, and the police have been keeping an eye on them for a long time, referring to them as “Feihu Gang”. Feihu Gang’s important members include five individuals: Brother Hu Zhao Yihu, Brother He Li Henian, Sister Feng Wang Sanfeng, Brother Qing Song Qingliang and Brother Shui Zhong Shuiping. Brother Hu is in construction. Brother He runs a restaurant. Brother Qing is the president of the Chamber of Commerce. Sister Feng is the chairman of a science and trade company in the industrial park. Brother Shui has the wildest operations, dealing with aquaculture, his reach extends to various towns, nearly every significant body of water has his shadow. These people are all leading figures in their respective industries, each controlling a massive team. Signs of their gang-like management had long been apparent, but their astuteness lies in not being overt; they do not partake in foolish actions like brawling or looting, of course, several vicious fatalities have happened behind the scenes, it’s just that, only shadows are found, far from forming concrete evidence. The police have a suspicion point on them; their wealth accrues too quickly, and there is some indication that they are in touch with the underground drug kingdom. For people like them, who cast such wide nets and have such wild methods, they are indeed ideal kingpins behind the drug scene. At the very least, it makes transactions more convenient for them. But a drug group cannot be without a direct leader, and this leader is assumed to be Ghost Eye Old Seven. Then, this Ghost Eye Old Seven must have several qualifications... First, he must have access to these elite industries. Second, he needs a supply. Third, he must also have the ability. Who is this Qi Hongzhong? He is from a transnational corporation in Qingmian Country, his title is Daxia Country’s business representative. Being able to become a business representative of a major country, needless to discuss, clearly his capabilities are strong. And this individual is also a success coach. Many domestic business magnates have listened to his lectures. Therefore, the seminar on success that he held in Fengcheng attracted almost all the elite industry leaders, also including the said five individuals. After that seminar, these Fengcheng elites all treated him as an honored guest. Quite a few people invited him to give talks at their respective companies. That said, he also has the means to connect with these Five Tiger Generals. What is more critical is that Qingmian Country is a global hub for narcotics, and eighty percent of Daxia’s drugs come from Qingmian Country. If others can’t secure a supply, this legendary lecturer who commands wind and summons rain in the business world, can likely get it easily! Speaking to this point, Chief Zhang’s eyes flickered with light: “Anything else?” “There’s one more point! His surname is Qi!” Zhou Mei said. After she finished speaking, she also seemed a bit excited... “Surname ‘Qi’, Ghost Eye Old ‘Seven’...” Chief Zhang tapped lightly on the table with his finger: “Little Su, what do you think?” During Zhou Mei’s speech, Lin Xiaosu was staring out the window the whole time, which might be his thinking habit... At this moment, Chief Zhang directly called his name. Lin Xiaosu’s gaze slowly returned: “Chief Zhang, let me ask a basic question first, can Qi Hongzhong be extradited once he enters Qingmian Country?” “No, Qingmian Country does not have extradition treaties with any country, that’s the peculiarity of the drug kingdom.” Lin Xiaosu said: “Is there another peculiarity... Qingmian Country is extremely chaotic, even if special agents enter Qingmian Country, it’s a near-death experience. So, if he doesn’t want to come back, there’s almost no way to capture him and bring him back.” “Yes!” “Okay, I’ll ask you a second question!” Lin Xiaosu said: “If we identify Ghost Eye Old Seven as him, before we catch him, isn’t it true that the drug group in Fengcheng can’t be easily moved?” “Yes! This is the common sense in dealing with such criminal groups. Until the core figures and the supply source clues are grasped, you must not act rashly and startle the snake.” Lin Xiaosu nodded slowly: “The logic is closed.”

Chapter 44 - 44 44 Logical Loop

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