coobybook Chapter 425 Unsung Heroes
Chapter 425 Unsung Heroes
Damn, he's a real troublemaker. If Zhang Haiyang were ten years younger, he would have given this kid a real beating.
"Explain yourself clearly, what crime did Ninth Master commit?"
Qi Tongwei remained calm and casually said, "Captain Zhang, extortion in broad daylight is the first offense."
"The second point is to recruit unemployed individuals to form a criminal organization."
"The 'Ninth Master' criminal gang was active in the Panjiayuan antique market, and it is highly likely that they were connected with tomb raiding gangs."
"When antiques are involved, cultural relics come into play, which then involves the sale of national treasures."
"National treasures are historical witnesses to the Chinese nation, and if they are related to foreign intelligence organizations, then it concerns national security."
Damn, this kid's got guts! Director Wang exclaimed that he couldn't afford to mess with him. Nobody could withstand such a heavy burden.
Zhang Haiyang didn't expect this kid to have an even richer imagination than Zhong Yuemin; he was just spouting nonsense.
"Comrade Qi, let me remind you, we are police officers, not novelists. Everything must be based on evidence."
Qi Tongwei stared at Zhang Haiyang, then suddenly chuckled, "Captain Zhang, if you dare to investigate someone like Master Jiu, I'm not exaggerating at all. If you don't dare to investigate, then just pretend I didn't say anything."
Damn it, that face is so damn irritating, Zhang Haiyang is itching to punch someone.
"How I handle the case is none of your concern. Is there anything else you want to say?"
Qi Tongwei didn't have time to linger in Kyoto. "Captain Zhang, let me remind you, if we can't get that Ninth Master into prison, I'll handle this case myself."
Arrogant! For a policeman from out of town to utter such boastful words, even Chief Wang was a little nervous. Just who had he offended?
As a child of a privileged family, Zhang Haiyang was naturally not intimidated by these words. "Kid," he retorted, "bragging can backfire. Be careful what you say."
Qi Tongwei retorted, not to be outdone, "Captain Zhang, we'll see."
Zhang Haiyang clenched his fist. He disliked this arrogant out-of-towner to no end, but of course, the Ministry of Public Security had given the order, and he would investigate the case thoroughly.
"Kid, we'll see."
Stepping out of the interrogation room, Chief Wang couldn't help but complain, "Captain Zhang, that kid really doesn't know his place."
Zhang Haiyang also looked displeased. "You're just young and impetuous. You'll learn your lesson later."
Director Wang probed, "Captain Zhang, are you really going to investigate as that kid said?"
Zhang Haiyang smiled. "Director Wang, I advise you to stop asking around. Let's go, tell me more about this Ninth Master."
"Captain Zhang, don't misunderstand, don't misunderstand. I will tell you everything I know about Master Jiu's situation."
Director Wang felt a chill run down his spine. If the higher-ups were to investigate this seriously, he wouldn't dare get involved; he'd be too busy hiding to even think about getting involved.
West City Prison.
The prisoners, dressed in their uniforms, were sitting neatly watching the news. Ning Wei, having been swindled out of 500,000 yuan by a friend, beat him severely in a fit of rage and was sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Losing fifteen years of freedom was harder for Ning Wei to accept than death. Tonight, he planned to escape from prison, which wouldn't be difficult for him given his skills.
A prison guard called out, "Ning Wei, come out here for a moment."
Ning Wei got up and walked over, his face expressionless. As an outstanding special forces soldier, he had endured only for the sake of a fatal blow.
"Officer, this is Ning Wei."
An undercover police officer from the National Security Bureau sized up Ning Wei. The young man had a ruthless streak, but he dared not guess his superiors' intentions.
"Ning Wei, we need your cooperation in an investigation. Come with us immediately."
A hint of panic flashed across Ning Wei's face. Could it be that the police had found out about his prison break? But then he thought it was unlikely. He could only wait and see. If he couldn't leave tonight, he would leave tomorrow night.
"Yes, officer."
After being handcuffed and shackled, Ning Wei was taken out of the prison and into a black car. Qi Tongwei sat in the back seat, his face serious, and did not say a word the whole way.
Ning Wei considered running away halfway, but every time he met Qi Tongwei's eyes, he felt as if he were standing on the edge of an abyss. Based on his years of experience in the military, this policeman had definitely killed someone.
Upon arriving at a secret safe house of the State Security Bureau, a State Security police officer was taking notes in the interrogation room. Qi Tongwei wanted to question Ning Wei alone, but Qing Zhonghua refused, also to protect him.
"Ning Wei, according to the information, you were once an outstanding soldier. Do you regret your impulsive actions now?"
Ning Wei stared at Qi Tongwei, somewhat puzzled. These people didn't seem like ordinary police officers; they looked more like officers from some secret department.
"I regret not killing that bastard."
Ning Wei had a strong personality, but he was defeated by his own righteous indignation, which ultimately led him to his death. Qi Tongwei felt very sorry for him, and it was also a source of regret for the audience.
"Someone like you would rather die than spend your whole life in prison, am I right?"
Ning Wei felt as if he had been seen through, a sense of unease creeping over him. "What exactly are you trying to do?"
Qi Tongwei knew that if Ning Wei successfully escaped from prison and became a real professional killer, there would be no chance of saving him.
I can give you freedom.
Ning Wei was taken aback. Even with his connections with Zhong Yuemin and Zhang Haiyang, they couldn't get him a reduced sentence. Now, a young man younger than him was saying he wanted to give him his freedom. He suddenly found it ridiculous.
"Officer, how old are you?"
Having lived two lives, Qi Tongwei is no longer a child. "Ning Wei, why don't you listen to whether my guess is correct?"
"Next, you will successfully escape from prison. As an escaped convict, you definitely can't do a normal job. To pay back your friend's money, you'll have no choice but to buy a gun and become a hitman. In the end, you'll either successfully escape abroad or be shot dead by the police. Are you really willing to accept this fate?"
Ning Wei was so nervous that his back felt cold and his palms were sweating. He didn't understand why this policeman knew he was going to escape from prison, and even after the escape, his plans were similar to his own. Even if it meant murder and robbery, he was determined to pay back Zhong Yuemin's money.
"Stop beating around the bush, what do you want me to do?"
Qi Tongwei's omniscient perspective could easily cause Ning Wei's mental state to collapse: "Serving the country, fearless of death, being an unsung hero."
Ning Wei couldn't help but smile bitterly. Years ago, he broke the other person's ribs while trying to help someone, which led to his expulsion from the army. In business, he trusted a friend and was swindled out of 500,000 yuan. When he asked his friend to repay the money, the friend acted like a rogue and he couldn't take it anymore, so he hit him, which landed him in prison. He didn't even get to see his mother one last time.
As a friend, he caused his friend to go to jail; as a son, he made his mother die with regrets. What right does a person like him have to be a hero? It's utterly ridiculous.
"Officer, this joke isn't funny at all."
Qi Tongwei wanted Ning Wei to go to Hong Kong and infiltrate an international drug trafficking group. To get Qing Zhonghua to agree, he took a huge risk, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he sacrificed his future. But having been given a second chance at life, he should be bold enough to do what he wants.
"Ning Wei, the reason you've ended up where you are today isn't actually your fault, but rather a problem inherent in the process of social development."
"As a soldier, you've honed your skills through hard work; those skills shouldn't drive you to a dead end."
"There's a dangerous mission overseas. If you come back alive, you'll have a new life."