Hong Kong General: Rebirth of Rage, Rising from Prison

Chapter 233 Big Shot Sir: Are you kidding us, the police?!

Inside the lobby of the He family villa, a million-dollar audio-visual system played the video of Young Master He being kidnapped over and over again.

Young Master He was terrified; his shrill cries echoed continuously throughout the hall.

"Record and pinpoint the location of this building; it's located in the Southern District of Hong Kong Island."

Chen Shixian took a red pen and circled a large area in the southern part of the Hong Kong Island map.

"South District? How can you be sure it's the South District?"

The great white shark scoffed and muttered skeptically.

"Because we have brains."

The Exploding Bead glanced at the Great White Shark and retorted irritably.

Great White Shark's face darkened, but before he could speak, Zhang Chongbang silenced him with a single glance.

Now is not the time to argue.

However, his question is also a question that lingers in everyone's mind.

The accuracy of the address was crucial to Mr. Ho's safety, so Ho Yu-kei asked with concern, "Mr. Chan, could you tell us how you determined that this location is in the south of Hong Kong Island?"

"Based on the time displayed on the video bomb, the video was recorded at 6:50 a.m.

Chen Shixian asked Azu to freeze the video on a beam of light and zoom in: "Based on the time and the angle of the light, we can determine the approximate location."

“The topography of Hong Kong Island, the southern coastal areas, the Kowloon Peninsula, and other places face the sea directly. The terrain is low and open, and the sun rises from the sea level without any obstruction, so the sunlight is more abundant and earlier.”

"In the north, such as the northern New Territories, the actual time of sunlight may be slightly later due to the terrain blocking the sunlight."

"As for the urban area, the high-rise buildings are densely packed, and the sunlight will be significantly delayed due to the blockage of the buildings."

"Based on the overall assessment, the area shown in the video is roughly located in the southern part of Hong Kong Island."

Chen Shixian's explanation made all the police officers widen their eyes, a hint of surprise in their gazes.

It turns out that so much information can be deduced from the lighting in a single video.

Some of Chen Shixian's former colleagues couldn't help but sigh when they saw him. No wonder he was once a rising star in the police force.

If that incident hadn't happened back then, Chen Shixian would definitely have been a great detective.

Zhang Chongbang glanced at the admiring gazes of the crowd and their hushed whispers, his eyes darting around.

Time really does heal all wounds. So quickly, everyone has forgotten that Chen Shixian and his gang were a disgrace to the police force and criminals.

There are so many ifs.

No matter how outstanding they are, if they made a mistake, they made a mistake, and that cannot erase the fact that they caused someone's death back then.

Good looks are not justice.

Intelligence is not justice.

To this day, he has not been able to dispel his suspicions that Chen Shixian and Qiu Gang'ao and their group committed crimes.

Such professionalism even made him think that if Chen Shixian led Qiu Gang'ao and the others to commit crimes...

Could it lead to the creation of the perfect crime?
So far, no one has been able to find any fault with them.

Zhang Chongbang narrowed his eyes, quietly looking at Chen Shixian's handsome profile, his mind filled with doubts.

Perhaps, combining the related cases and investigating them from the perspective of the perfect crime might provide some clues.

Chen Shixian paid no attention to the various gazes, and completely ignored Zhang Chongbang's prying and suspicious looks.

Just now, I analyzed the video in front of everyone. Although everyone was amazed, in Chen Shixian's opinion, it was nothing special and not a divine skill.

It's just a matter of making reasonable inferences based on known conditions.

In later generations, on platforms like Douyin, many bloggers were able to pinpoint a location based solely on a single photo.

Typically, this can be determined through landmark recognition, which involves identifying buildings in an image.

Coordinates can also be located using terrain features such as mountains, rivers, and coastlines.

Even cultural customs, clothing, architectural styles, climate, vegetation, seasons, and climatic characteristics in pictures can be used as criteria for judgment.

If the image contains text, logos, or signs, it will be even easier.

These bloggers are still being targeted globally.

All he needs to do is find it within Hong Kong Island, which is much simpler.

If the background in the video weren't so simple and the amount of information so limited, he could have analyzed much more.

After hearing the analysis, He Yuji finally believed that Chen Shixian was not fooling around or making wild guesses, but was truly reasonable, well-founded, and capable.

He was very fortunate to have found a protector to help him.

Hope was rekindled in my heart.

“Azu, filter out all unfinished buildings under construction in this area, including abandoned ones.”

After Chen Shixian finished explaining, he gave instructions to Azu.

"Yes!"

"Crack!"

Ah Zu's handsome face was turned towards the computer as he skillfully typed a series of keys on the keyboard.

As per Chen Shixian's request, he had already created a database for the protection network, which he updated monthly.

The entire Hong Kong Island is shown in a large-scale architectural plan, including annotations on these buildings, major businesses, streets, etc.

Therefore, it is not difficult to filter out buildings under development and unfinished buildings.

"Boss, we have selected 71 eligible properties and unfinished buildings."

After selecting the candidates, Azu immediately reported to Chen Shixian.

71 targets is still too broad a scope. Even if we know they are located in the south of Hong Kong Island, it won't help.

"Zoom in on the pattern on the glass behind the image."

After Chen Shixian finished speaking, Azu immediately zoomed in on the piece of glass scattered on a pile of garbage in the background of the screen.

A blurry shadow was reflected in the glass.

"Azu, could you make the image clearer?"

"Let me try!"

After some maneuvering, the image finally became clearer, revealing a takeout box in the corner reflected in the glass.

"I recognize this logo; it's the Maxim's Group's trademark!"

Lu Sihui from the Major Crimes Unit pointed to a corner of the logo showing in the picture and said loudly.

Maxim's Group is one of the largest catering groups in Hong Kong Island, operating Chinese, Western, Japanese, Southeast Asian, fast food, pastries, Starbucks coffee shops, etc.

The logo on this takeout bag is from Maxim's Cakes.

“Ah Zu, use all Maxim’s Cake Shops in the southern part of Hong Kong Island as the screening criteria, and select targets within a three-kilometer radius.”

Chen Shixian continued to narrow down the scope.

“In the southern part of Hong Kong Island, there are a total of four Maxim’s Cake Shops. Based on this criterion, after excluding those that do not meet the criteria, there are a total of 42 buildings that meet the criteria.”

After performing some operations, Azu looked at the information on the computer and reported.

"This floor is at least ten stories high, so we can exclude targets below ten stories."

Chen Shixian rested his arm on his hand, gently rubbing his smooth chin with his thumb, watching the fleeting background, and continued.

"There are 29 buildings left."

Azu quickly filtered out the results and answered.

The scene kept replaying, and everyone held their breath, watching intently as they searched for clues.

Chen Shixian's problem-solving approach opened up a new world for them, and the police officers gathered around, actively offering their own ideas.

In fact, the Hong Kong police force today is not lacking in talent; it is just that the dark environment, the chaotic social impact, and the perfunctory attitude of the British Hong Kong government have contributed to its problems.

Many people just go through the motions.

Some criminal investigation techniques that seem very ordinary and simple to later generations appear miraculous at this time.

With Chen Shixian taking the lead and guiding everyone, they brainstormed and quickly made connections, discovering several more blind spots.

Some buildings that did not meet the criteria were also filtered out.

However, the current image has too low a resolution and is too blurry, and the video has very few available details.

After using the process of elimination, 19 buildings remained, scattered in multiple locations, indicating that the area was still too large.

Time is tight, and finding the specific location is a huge undertaking and quite difficult.

"Azu, play the selected recordings."

Chen Shixian stopped worrying about the conditions in the video and instead asked Azu to play the recordings that had just been selected.

The recording was short, but Azu marked out a very obvious background sound.

Turn it up louder.

Chen Shixian pricked up his ears and listened carefully. Behind the noise, he could faintly hear the sound of a long whistle.

"It's the sound of a ship's horn as it leaves port!"

Several people recognized the voice and shouted in unison.

Azu immediately located several buildings near the dock from the remaining data.

The scope has been further narrowed.

As they approached the exact location, He Yuji's heart was in his throat, and his palms were clenched tightly with sweat.

They didn't even dare to breathe too loudly, carefully listening from the side.

The recording played over and over again.

Suddenly, Chen Shixian's ears twitched slightly, his eyes darkened slightly, and he continued, "De-noise and amplify the audio at the thirteenth second." Azu extracted this audio segment, processed it, and amplified the sound.

"Boom!"

The audio was muffled and included cries for help from Mr. He.

The background noise was muffled, seemingly coming from a great distance, accompanied by a faint sound of the window vibrating, making it difficult to discern.

"Yes, it's the sound of the subway passing by. Ah Zu, check which sections of the subway will pass through during this time period!"

After listening carefully, Chen Shixian said firmly.

Azu's eyes lit up with joy. Within a limited area, there are very few places that meet all these conditions at the same time.

"I found it!"

"The location that meets the criteria should be in Kowloon Tong!"

"After the Kwun Tong Line opened in 79, the line connected the New Territories with the opening of the Lion Rock Tunnel and the Cross-Harbour Tunnel."

“The subway will start operating at six o’clock every morning.”

"Within this area, there are a total of six buildings, four of which are under construction but were halted due to the recent typhoon, and two are unfinished buildings that are currently unattended."

Ah Zu had just finished speaking.

The entire hall erupted in excited cheers.

As everyone knows, narrowing down the target to six buildings is practically a success.

Officer Daqie immediately shouted excitedly, "Notify the bomb disposal team to get ready and be on the move at any time to defuse the bomb!"

"Zhang Chongbang, request the Flying Tigers to be on standby for support!"

"Great White Shark, notify the Central District to coordinate manpower and organize six teams to prepare for the hostage rescue."

"Lu Sihui, notify the traffic team to implement traffic control in Kowloon Tong."

The big sir reacted very quickly; as soon as the results came out, he immediately made preparations.

After making the arrangements, he simply said to Azu, "Address, quick!"

Now that we've locked down six buildings, things are much simpler.

The police only need to send out six teams to carry out the rescue.

Despite the urgent orders from the police chief, Ah Zu remained unmoved and instead turned his gaze to Chen Shixian, waiting for him to speak.

"and many more!"

Chen Shixian simply uttered two words.

"Chen Shixian, what time is it? Why are you still fighting for fame and fortune?"

Big Cheetah Sir glared at him coldly and said in a chilling voice, "Rescuing the hostages must be the top priority, and the overall situation must be taken into account!"

Big Chef Sir, seemingly unconcerned about past grievances, unceremoniously appropriated Chen Shixian's hard work as his own.

After all, they are the police, and only they have the authority to enforce the law.

Looking at Daqie Sir's sanctimonious and shameless demeanor, Baozhu rolled her eyes so hard they almost reached the sky.

Damn it, this guy knows how to find a way to get ahead.

shameless.

Chen Shixian wasn't angry. He said calmly, "Big Chef, you are police officers. You need merit and fame."

"And we, the protectors, are solely responsible for the safety of our employers' lives!"

"These fame and fortune are useless to us!"

These words were like a resounding slap across Big Cheshire's face.

The blame for vying for fame and fortune was pinned back on Big Chef Sir.

"That sounds nice."

Big Chef snorted coldly, his face stern, and said righteously, "The most important thing now is to go to Kowloon Tong and rescue Young Master Ho."

"Of all things, human life is the most important."

"Instead of engaging in pointless arguments."

"I demand that you provide your address now, immediately, and cooperate with the police investigation!"

Big Chester Sir stared straight at Chen Shixian.

I want him to be able to distinguish between the two kings.

Only the police have the authority to handle cases, and they have to cooperate with law enforcement no matter what kind of protection you have.

"Sorry, I cannot provide an address!"

Chen Shixian met his gaze without flinching and coldly refused.

He Yuji was very annoyed to see the two arguing again.

The situation is urgent; we must race against time to save lives!
He said anxiously, "Mr. Chen, could you please cooperate with Officer Daqie and provide an address?"

"I promise that all of the Ho family's security business will be permanently handed over to Umbrella Security Company in the future."

"At the same time, an additional 50 million will be given as a reward."

"Please try to understand a father's feelings when he wants to save his son."

"If you are not satisfied with the terms, we can discuss it further privately."

Chen Shixian shook his head and said, "Mr. He, I'm not threatening you with the address, but Young Master He doesn't live in any of these places."

? ? ? ! ! !
Chen Shixian's words caused an uproar among the crowd.

Water Law?
What the hell!
After all that reasoning and showing off, and finally finding the coordinates, you tell me that Young Master He isn't here.

I was just kidding!
He Yuji's eyes, which had been filled with hope, suddenly froze, and he asked urgently, "What do you mean by that?"

“Our team analyzed Zhang Shih-hao’s past cases and created a psychological profile of him.”

"Although this person is arrogant and acts boldly, he is very meticulous, careful, and cunning."

"It's certain that he also has a well-coordinated team that works together to complete each case."

Chen Shixian explained calmly, "Based on this person's behavioral habits."

"After filming the video, Young Master He must have already been moved. He wouldn't have stayed in this building at all."

"Moreover, Zhang Shih-hao had also installed listening devices in the police vehicles beforehand, so he would definitely be monitoring the police's actions."

"The location in the video has probably been set up as a trap, waiting for the police to fall into it. Going to the location in the video would only be suicide."

"At that time, Zhang Shih-hao will be able to use this to better control the police and He Sheng-ni."

Chen Shixian's analysis was reasonable and well-founded, and the entire living room fell into silence.

They were all speechless with emotion.

"Is it fun?"

Big Chess Sir felt tricked and was somewhat embarrassed and angry: "Since you know everything, why did you pull this stunt?"

"A monkey show!"

"Or are you just showing off your intelligence!?"

"Do you know that every second that is wasted increases the danger for Young Master He?"

"This is a matter of human life, not a joke!"

"The locked address is useless, why waste everyone's time?"

Chen Shixian shrugged and said dismissively, "Big Chester sir, from beginning to end I never said that the address I analyzed must be where Young Master He is located."

"Don't you police officers have any judgment of your own?"

"It seems we didn't invite your police force to participate in this process, did we?"

"You reap the benefits without sowing, wanting to pick the fruit, but failed to do so. You can't blame the fruit tree for not bearing fruit!"

The two questions in a row made Officer Daqie's face turn bright red instantly. He was so embarrassed that his lips moved slightly, but he couldn't say a word.

He Yuji was much calmer than Daqie Sir. After the video location and Chen Shixian's logical analysis, it was clear that he wasn't just trying to attract attention; he must have his reasons.

On the contrary, I felt that Big Chef Sir was being a bit noisy.

I really don't know how this policeman climbed to his current position.

Inspector Cheuk really misjudged the situation.

He raised his hand to signal Big Cheetah Sir to stop shouting, then turned to ask, "Mr. Chen, you must have your reasons for doing this."

"I'd like to know how I need to cooperate with you going forward!"

Chen Shixian felt that talking to smart people was much easier, and there was a reason why He Yuji's business was so big.

"Next, all we need to do is wait!"

“When Zhang Shih-hao calls to demand the ransom, tell him that the money has been prepared.”

"Wasn't he supposed to come to our door in person to collect the money?"

"Let him come!"

Chen Shixian looked confident and said to He Yuji with gleaming eyes.

Zhang Chongbang, Great White Shark, and all the other members of the Serious Crimes Unit looked at Chen Shixian with puzzled expressions.

What is this operation?
That's too risky!
If Zhang Shih-hao arrives at the villa and finds that the ransom has not been prepared, there's no guarantee he won't be killed!

Everyone was completely baffled by Chen Shixian's series of actions.

Why is the video address locked?
Why lure Zhang Shih-hao to the villa?
It's really hard to guess what's on a handsome guy's mind!

(End of this chapter)