Chapter 72 - 72 72 Death Threat

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72: Chapter 72 Death Threat 72: Chapter 72 Death Threat A lengthy statement, laid out openly in the interrogation room as an extensive showdown. This was the first time this trump card was revealed in front of Li Yufeng. Previously, during interrogations, principles were strictly followed; matters that couldn’t be confirmed weren’t rashly disclosed. But today, there was a complete breakthrough. Rational deductions and assumptions were presented in front of Li Yufeng. Li Yufeng suddenly looked up: “No! That’s not it, I didn’t know the O’Du Magic Oil was a drug, I don’t know Du Lifeng, you’re just spouting nonsense, you...” Zhou Mei raised her hand to interrupt: “P39 and its antidote were also given to you by Du Lifeng, right?” “Officer, your leading questions won’t work on me, I won’t admit it, even if you torture me, I couldn’t possibly confess!” Li Yufeng’s cheeks flushed with a tinge of red. Outside, Lin Xiaosu’s face revealed a slight smile. Although Li Yufeng appeared flawless, without a single verbal slip-up, her agitation was a defect in itself. This agitation indicated that the strike had hit her sore spot. In the interrogation room, Zhou Mei did not continue questioning, just quietly watching Li Yufeng. Li Yufeng also seemed to realize that she had somewhat lost her composure, her expression gradually calming. When her demeanor nearly stabilized, Zhou Mei spoke slowly: “Li Yufeng, with your tough stance, you must be confident that we have to act by the law, cannot use excessive methods on you, and think you’ll be released soon, right?” Li Yufeng slowly lifted her gaze: “Officer, I know the law. By eleven seventeen the night after tomorrow, I’ll be out of this detention center. If you dare not release me, my lawyer will naturally sue you!” “Yes, based on the current situation, you will be released the night after tomorrow!” Zhou Mei said, “But, Li Yufeng, do you think after your release, how would Du Lifeng treat you? Would he welcome you with a banquet?” “Officer, you’re trying to lead me again. I really do wish such a big boss would host a banquet for me, but sadly I truly do not know Du Lifeng!” Li Yufeng said with a half-smile. At this moment, she seemed to truly reveal her sharpness. “Good advice is hard to persuade the damned,” Zhou Mei sighed softly, closing the interrogation record book: “little Sun, end the interrogation.” Li Yufeng’s smile stiffened. Zhou Mei left. The interrogation room quieted. Two police officers escorted Li Yufeng, taking her back to her solitary cell. Li Yufeng quietly lay on the bed, lying on her side... She appeared unexceptional. But, to Lin Xiaosu’s eyes, this facade revealed the agitation in her heart. Night fell... Deep into the night... Li Yufeng in the detention center still lay quietly on the bed. For a long time, she hadn’t turned over. But, she definitely wasn’t asleep. The torment in her heart, no one could understand. Zhou Mei’s words during the day had truly hit her core. What would Du Lifeng do to you after you get out? This was an increasingly unsettling thought... Suddenly, a scream came from the duty room outside! Li Yufeng abruptly lifted her head, a dark shadow already rushing down the corridor, carried by a fierce wind. “Who’s there?” A commanding shout came from outside, followed by two police officers rushing in. Swish, guns drawn! But the cloaked person swept a hand, two dark lines shooting towards the officers. The officers abruptly clutched their throats, blood trickling through their fingers, disbelief in their eyes. Li Yufeng’s face turned ghastly pale... Click! Her detention room door was violently opened, accompanied by an icy chill to the bone. The newcomer, eyes extremely bright, like twin cold stars in the dark. “You... what do you want to do?” Li Yufeng stepped back to the corner, terrified. “You know too much! The boss doesn’t want to gamble!” Swoosh! A knife thrust... Li Yufeng screamed: “No...” Bang! A gunshot, the cloaked person stiffened abruptly, face-down on the floor. Blood seeped from his head. Outside in the corridor, Captain Zhang looking furious... The assassin’s body was dragged away, Captain Zhang stood in front of Li Yufeng, her body trembling uncontrollably, sweat making her hair messier than ever... Captain Zhang coldly glanced at her and turned to leave. Without saying a word. But just as Captain Zhang was about to exit, a shout came from behind: “Captain Zhang, I confess! I’ll confess everything...” In the interrogation room, Li Yufeng, as if bathed anew, tremulously confessed everything. She was arranged by Du Lifeng. The P39 drugs were given by Du Lifeng. So was the antidote. The purpose matched exactly what Lin Xiaosu had initially deduced; Du Lifeng wanted to consolidate nine bases of Hongxing Pharmaceutical Company, this monumental task currently had only one final obstacle, Wang Changfa. Therefore, they used this method to take down Wang Changfa and clear the path for Jiye Pharmaceutical... Originally, she was resolved not to confess, because Du Lifeng had promised that as long as she kept silent, her future with Dell Company would soar... But tonight’s events made her see everything clearly. In the dictionary of the big bosses, the word ‘trust’ was never present; they never truly trusted anyone, believing more that the dead could not cause them trouble. So, she confessed! She had one condition: the police must ensure her safety, even if she had to stay in detention for ten or eighteen years, never letting her out before Du Lifeng was apprehended. She could never have imagined that the scene that nearly drove her to a nervous breakdown tonight was all just an act. The assassin assigned to the assassination was none other than Chang Ye, the mysterious figure from Qianlong. The mastermind behind the scenes was none other than the super detective Lin Xiaosu, who had sent her to detention. This grand act was Lin Xiaosu’s definitive conclusion about human nature. Human nature is strange; when faced with a great crisis, it always makes one consider the ‘lesser of two evils’. And ‘lesser’ and ‘greater’ are also established through comparisons. Before Li Yufeng’s illusions were shattered, confessing was an unbearable burden, so she refused to confess to her death. But when a more cruel scene presented itself before her, the balance of seriousness shifted. Compared to her own life, confessing suddenly seemed like a lighter burden. So, she confessed. With her confession, the major operation against Dell Company now had legal support. The next day, the sky was clear and the clouds were light. Dell Company was holding an event about corporate culture, attended by representatives from eighty-two enterprises in the county as well as relevant departments. Vice County Magistrate Xu Sanqiang was giving a speech on stage: “...Dell Company takes it upon itself to benefit the county and strives to foster a clean and upright corporate culture, organizing reading groups and various cultural and sports activities to promote the essence of Daxia’s cultural heritage, setting an example for all enterprises in the county, on behalf of...” Du Lifeng, sitting on the stage, was radiant and spirited. Suddenly, the conference room door was thrust open. A large group of police officers marched in. Vice County Magistrate Xu’s speech was abruptly cut off, his expression darkened dramatically as he stared at the person at the forefront. This person was none other than Captain Zhang of the Criminal Investigation Team. “Captain Zhang, what is this...” Captain Zhang extended his hand, a warrant hanging from it: “Du Lifeng, you are under arrest on suspicion of a drug case!” There was pandemonium throughout the room. Du Lifeng on stage suddenly changed complexion: “Captain Zhang, I have always abided by the law, I...” Captain Zhang waved his hand: “Arrest him!” Four police officers ascended the stage. Face darkening, Xu Sanqiang commented: “Captain Zhang, today is a meeting for entrepreneurs to promote corporate culture across the county, is it really appropriate for you to barge in and make arrests?” Captain Zhang coldly responded: “Vice County Magistrate Xu, are you dressing up a suspect as corporate culture?” “Outrageous!” Xu Sanqiang exploded: “As the head of the Criminal Investigation Team, have you no regard for organizational discipline?” “Sorry, Vice County Magistrate Xu, I only have respect for the law!” Captain Zhang commanded again: “Proceed with the arrest!” The four officers moved in unison, pulling up Du Lifeng and handcuffing him. Raising his hand, Xu Sanqiang declared: “I’ll consult with Secretary Sun right now to see if there’s still any rule of law in Fengcheng!” At the county committee, phones at Secretary Sun’s office started ringing incessantly... The director of the Investment Promotion Bureau... Vice county magistrate in charge of industry... Vice county magistrate in charge of the economy... All were complaining about the Criminal Investigation Team causing trouble! A corporate culture event was being held, TV stations were set with various filming equipment ready to promote it across the county, Vice County Magistrate was still speaking, and right at that moment, the Criminal Investigation Team arrested someone at the venue. Whose face was being slapped? This was destroying the business environment... Secretary Sun was overwhelmed; immediately calling the Chief of Public Security, Wang Feng, giving him a furious scolding: “Wang Feng, what are you doing? I’ve told you that your Criminal Investigation Team leader is a fool. Such a big scene he’s caused today, quick, make him stop...” He scolded for two and a half minutes; Wang Feng said nothing. After the scolding, Wang Feng spoke: “Secretary Sun, this wasn’t arranged by me, it was Qianlong!” “Qi... Qianlong!” Secretary Sun’s expression drastically changed, his voice trembling. “Yes!” Phone in hand, Secretary Sun’s grip slowly loosened as it trembled. Suddenly, he rushed out of the office: “Send a car, immediately!” A car with the license plate 001 rushed towards the industrial park. County Committee Secretary Sun personally arrived on the scene. By the time he arrived, the local high-profile individuals were already mostly there, and the parking lot was nearly full, filled with police cars and numerous other vehicles with small license plates... Upon his arrival, Vice County Magistrate Xu immediately approached: “Secretary Sun, this Criminal Investigation Team is outrageous, we must discipline them, what is this becoming? Is there no...” Secretary Sun’s expression darkened, he strode to the meeting venue, grabbed the microphone, coughed, and announced: “Today’s event is about corporate culture, everyone needs to understand what corporate culture is! First and foremost, it must be lawful! I know what you entrepreneurs care about the most, the business environment! But what is the best business environment in your eyes? It is still one that is lawful! Therefore, when the Criminal Investigation Team is conducting an investigation, no one should obstruct them!” Vice County Magistrate Xu was shocked, staring at the Secretary with disbelief. Wasn’t this Secretary always the biggest supporter of Dell Company? Didn’t he always praise Dell Company at every meeting? What happened today? After finishing his statement, the Secretary stepped down from the stage. Vice County Magistrate Xu approached, intending to say something, but someone else spoke first, it was Captain Zhang of the Criminal Investigation Team. “I finally understand why Vice County Magistrate Xu is so agitated!” Captain Zhang lightly lifted a green ledger in his hand: “This records the private transactions between you and Du Lifeng...” The crowd was completely stirred. Everyone eyed the green ledger, many with sweat trickling down their backs...

Chapter 72 - 72 72 Death Threat

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