Great Doctor Without Borders

Chapter 1527 Stop it

Just as Feng Mingjun had predicted, their search yielded no results; Xu Chunliang, Su Qing, and Su Tianyu's remains mysteriously disappeared right under their noses.

When Liu Haiyu reported the situation to Feng Mingjun, he was filled with trepidation. Although he did not know much about his new boss, he could tell from Feng Mingjun's attitude toward his own son, Xu Chunliang, that the man was extremely ruthless.

After listening to him, Feng Mingjun's expression remained largely unchanged. She calmly asked, "You mean the person can't be found?"

Liu Haiyu didn't dare to look her in the eye, and said with his head hanging low, "I estimate they've already escaped far away, but don't worry, I'll do my best to bring them all back!"

A mocking smile appeared on Feng Mingjun's lips: "Then I'd like to hear what methods you'll use to bring them all back?"

Liu Haiyu said, "Issue a warrant for their arrest!"

Feng Mingjun said calmly, "Make it clear, who are you going to issue a warrant for?"

Liu Haiyu said, "Issue arrest warrants for Xu Chunliang and Su Qing." He was convinced that Feng Mingjun was a ruthless person who didn't care about family ties, which is why he said he wanted to arrest her son.

"What's the charge?"

“Harboring criminals and resisting arrest endangers national security.” Although Liu Haiyu spoke with gusto, he felt uneasy. At the same time, he thought that if you want to find fault, you can always find a pretext. He had his own purpose in saying this, to pass all the difficult problems to Feng Mingjun. He wanted to see how Feng Mingjun would handle it.

Feng Mingjun said, "Su Qing is Su Tianyu's daughter. She knew about it but didn't report it and harbored the suspect. Wasn't Xu Chunliang someone you invited to assist in the case?"

Liu Haiyu felt a chill run down his spine. No wonder Feng Mingjun was initially unwilling to show herself; it turned out that this was the reason. Despite his careful precautions, he had still fallen into her trap.

Seeing that he didn't speak, Feng Mingjun stared into Liu Haiyu's eyes and said, "What? You won't admit it?"

Liu Haiyu's mind was in turmoil. He sighed and said, "That's right, I invited him to come and cooperate with the rescue operation, but I feel there are many suspicious points about him during this operation. Otherwise, why would he run away?"

Feng Mingjun said, "I reminded you that you should not make any subjective assumptions unless you see it with your own eyes. It seems you still haven't remembered my words."

Liu Haiyu was filled with confusion. He still couldn't figure out Feng Mingjun's true intentions or her attitude towards Xu Chunliang. However, judging from her current words, she probably didn't want to escalate Xu Chunliang's matter further and seemed to want to clear Xu Chunliang of any involvement.

Liu Haiyu nodded.

Feng Mingjun asked, "Do you understand?"

Liu Haiyu tentatively replied, "Su Qing is suspected of harboring a suspect, resisting law enforcement, and endangering national security. I will do everything in my power to apprehend her."

Judging from Feng Mingjun's expression, he seemed somewhat satisfied with Liu Haiyu's answer and said softly, "We need to see him alive or dead. You said Su Tianyu is dead, but where is his body? We need to clarify the focus of the manhunt!"

Liu Haiyu understood what she meant this time: "Yes, we will focus our pursuit on Su Tianyu."

Feng Mingjun said, "Our strength alone is not enough; we can seek cooperation from the local authorities."

Lu Qi, who should have been resting, was urgently summoned to the bureau because the bureau chief specifically requested to see him.

Although Lu Qi performed well, he didn't have many opportunities to see the top leader of the Dongzhou Public Security System. He carefully pushed open the door to the director's office.

Besides the bureau chief, there were two strangers in the room. Through the bureau chief's introduction, he learned that these two were comrades from the national special security department. The middle-aged man was Director Liu, also known as Liu Haiyu.

Liu Haiyu didn't beat around the bush and went straight to the point: "Comrade Lu Qi, we've come here today specifically to seek your assistance."

Lu Qi glanced at the bureau chief, who said, "Xiao Lu is the best police officer in our Dongzhou Public Security system. Director Liu, just tell him what you need to do, and our Dongzhou Public Security system will fully cooperate with your work."

After thanking him, Liu Haiyu asked Lu Qi to sit down and explained the purpose of his visit.

Lu Qi's mood grew heavier as he listened. He knew Su Tianyu and his daughter, and he also knew about the relationship between Xu Chunliang and Su Qing. But he could never connect Su Tianyu with a fugitive. Moreover, this time it wasn't just Su Tianyu's problem, but also Su Qing's. According to Liu Haiyu, Su Qing was also suspected of committing a crime. Fortunately, Xu Chunliang was not mentioned.

"Comrade Lu Qi, how much do you know about the Su family father and daughter? Do you know who they usually have close contact with?"

Lu Qi pursed his lips. Without the other party mentioning Xu Chunliang by name, he would not take the initiative to reveal Xu Chunliang. He cleared his throat and said, "Su Tianyu is a high school teacher in our area. He used to be paralyzed in bed. His daughter, Su Qing, used to work at Dongzhou TV Station and had a very good reputation. It is said that she gave up a better future and chose to return to Dongzhou to take care of her father."

Liu Haiyu smiled as he looked at Lu Qi. In fact, he already knew what Lu Qi was talking about and the relationship between Lu Qi and Xu Chunliang. There are too many tricks in this world. For example, Feng Mingjun entrusted this matter to him, implying that the focus of the pursuit should be on Su Tianyu and his daughter. This is to avoid the important issues.

Lu Qi was the same; he knew perfectly well that Xu Chunliang had a close relationship with the Su family, but he deliberately kept quiet about it.

Lu Qi said, "Su Tianyu has been missing for a long time. Su Qing even reported it to the police. If needed, I can provide her detailed report." Liu Haiyu said, "Reports to the police may not always reflect the truth. Perhaps she is deliberately bluffing and using the report to cover up the facts."

Lu Qi shook his head and said, "Isn't that just trying to cover it up? From a professional point of view, there was no need for her to take the initiative to report the case."

Liu Haiyu understood the hidden meaning in Lu Qi's words, which was that he was not professional enough. He realized that this policeman in front of him would not be of much help in the pursuit of Su Qing. In fact, Liu Haiyu was also working passively, and everything he did was just to report to his superiors. Feng Mingjun was too scheming. Who knew what she was really thinking?
Liu Haiyu asked, "As far as you know, does Su Qing have any close friends?"

Lu Qi said, "I'm not exactly familiar with her, and we don't have any private interactions, but I can investigate immediately." His answer was watertight.

Liu Haiyu smiled, realizing there was no need to ask any further questions. He extended his hand to Lu Qi and said, "Thank you for your cooperation."

After saying goodbye and leaving, Lu Qi returned to his car and immediately dialed Xu Chunliang's number. He had too many questions in his mind, and perhaps he could get answers from Xu Chunliang.

The receiver plays a voice message indicating that the number you dialed is not in service.

Lu Qi felt increasingly uneasy, and with his police intuition, he realized that this matter was likely related to Xu Chunliang.

Just as Lu Qi was pondering how to contact Xu Chunliang, someone suddenly knocked on the car window. Startled, Lu Qi looked up and saw Liu Haiyu standing outside the car.

Lu Qi was about to get out of the car, but Liu Haiyu blocked the door from the outside and said with a smile, "No need to get out of the car."

Lu Qi had no choice but to roll down the car window.

Liu Haiyu said, "I just saw you and came over to say hello."

Lu Qi asked, "Is there anything else, Director Liu?"

Liu Haiyu shook his head: "No." As he spoke, a sudden sharp pain shot through his chest, and Liu Haiyu involuntarily frowned.

Just then, he saw a young man standing opposite him, giving him a meaningful smile.

Liu Haiyu was dumbfounded, as was Lu Qi. The two of them recognized the young man as Xu Chunliang.

Liu Haiyu's hand landed on his waist; it was an instinctive reaction.

Lu Qi immediately realized Liu Haiyu's intention. He wanted to push the car door open to stop Liu Haiyu's next move, but he quickly realized that Liu Haiyu had no further move and was just acting out of instinct for self-protection.

Xu Chunliang waved to Liu Haiyu, then strode over to them: "Old Liu, what are you doing everywhere!"

Liu Haiyu forced himself to put on a seemingly bright smile, but the smile looked stiffer than ever before.

Lu Qi gave Xu Chunliang a meaningful look through the car window, but Xu Chunliang didn't even glance at him the whole time. When he came to Liu Haiyu, he opened his arms and gave Liu Haiyu a warm hug as if they were old friends who had been separated for a long time.

Liu Haiyu's hands hung limply, neither cooperating nor showing resistance, like a child being forcibly hugged by an elder. Xu Chunliang's appearance was completely unexpected. If he had a choice, he would rather pretend not to see him. He didn't want to arrest Xu Chunliang, and Feng Mingjun hadn't suggested arresting him either.

However, Xu Chunliang probably didn't know their attitude. After a series of events, how could he still be so bold as to swagger out and show up so openly?

After the hug, Xu Chunliang patted Liu Haiyu on the shoulder and asked with a smile, "How are you feeling?"

Another sharp pain shot through his chest. Liu Haiyu tried to hide his pain, but his furrowed brows betrayed his true feelings. The pain intensified, making even breathing painful. Before coming here, he had taken some time to have a physical examination. The DR showed no abnormalities in his chest, as did the other team members. Although no cause could be found, the sharp pain in his chest was real.

Liu Haiyu asked, "Did you shoot me with a needle?"

Xu Chunliang said, "Which eye of yours saw me shoot you with a needle? You should take responsibility for your words. However, if you really have any difficult or complicated illness, just come to me."

Liu Haiyu was convinced that this kid was the one who did it, and that no one else could have done it, but he had no evidence, not even a chest X-ray.

"Xiao Xu, you're a smart person. Some things have nothing to do with you, so why get involved in unnecessary trouble? Stop now, it's not too late," Liu Haiyu advised earnestly.

Xu Chunliang said, "I don't understand what you mean by 'stopping'?"

Liu Haiyu lowered his voice and asked, "Where is Su Qing?"

Xu Chunliang's face hardened: "You actually want me to ask for someone? I'm asking you for help!" He turned his gaze to Lu Qi inside the car: "Officer Lu, I want to call the police!"

(End of this chapter)