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Chapter 192 Lynn vs. Thompson

Their hearts were filled with a sense of responsibility and mission, as if, at that moment, the safety of the entire world rested on their shoulders. When the new product was unveiled on stage, the audience erupted in thunderous applause and cheers. Hans and Lynn stood silently in a corner, watching over this celebration and glory of the tech world while also being vigilant against any potential security threats. Their eyes were firm and sharp, as if telling everyone: As long as we are here, this is a safe haven!
The launch event was in full swing, and the new product garnered enthusiastic responses. Reporters flocked to the stage, vying to capture and report on this technological event. Fans were equally thrilled, cheering for Tianxing's innovative spirit and going crazy for this game-changing technology product.

The atmosphere at the press conference was lively. On stage, the general manager of Tianxing Technology was passionately introducing the new technology products, while the audience below was applauding thunderously. The shutters of the media reporters' cameras were clicking one after another. However, amidst this clamor, Lin En sensed an unusual silence.

He looked around, his gaze suddenly fixed on a tall building window. There, the curtains were slightly drawn back, revealing the dark muzzle of a gun. Lin En's heart sank, and he immediately realized the seriousness of the situation—there was a sniper!
"Quick! Everyone squat down!" Lin En shouted loudly, and at the same time rushed towards the general manager of Tianxing Technology and knocked him to the ground.

The general manager was startled by the sudden change. He struggled to stand up, but was pinned to the ground by Lin En.

"Don't move! There's a sniper!" Lynn said hurriedly, his eyes never leaving the window of the tall building.

Hearing the word "sniper," the general manager's face instantly turned pale. He followed Lin En's gaze and saw the black muzzle of the gun. For a moment, the entire press conference site fell into chaos, with screams and cries rising and falling.

However, Lin En remained remarkably calm. While tightly protecting the general manager, he loudly directed the security personnel on site: "Quick! Seal all exits! Notify the police!"

At that moment, the sniper seemed to realize his whereabouts had been exposed. He quickly sheathed his gun and disappeared behind the curtains. But Lin En knew that this did not mean the crisis was over. He quickly helped the general manager to his feet, and together they hid in a safe corner.

"What's going on? Why is there a sniper here?" the general manager asked in shock.

Lin En frowned. "I don't know either. But it's obvious that someone doesn't want this press conference to go smoothly."

The general manager's expression darkened. He knew this press conference was of great significance to Tianxing Technology. A failure would not only severely damage the company's reputation but also lead to enormous financial losses. And now, someone had actually resorted to using snipers to disrupt the press conference. What kind of conspiracy was behind this?
Lin En noticed the general manager's concern and patted him on the shoulder. "Don't worry, I'll get to the bottom of this. The most important thing now is everyone's safety." He then turned and walked towards the security team, beginning to arrange the next steps. He knew the crisis was far from over. While the sniper had temporarily disappeared, he could strike again at any moment. He had to remain vigilant and ensure everyone's safety.

At the same time, the police also quickly arrived at the scene. They worked closely with Lynn's security team to conduct a comprehensive search and investigation of the scene. However, to their disappointment, they did not find any valuable clues.

The sniper seemed to have vanished without a trace. This made Lin En feel very troubled, but he did not give up. He firmly believed that as long as he continued to investigate in depth, he would be able to uncover the truth behind this.

With the crisis resolved, the press conference proceeded smoothly. The moment the new products were unveiled, the audience erupted in thunderous applause and cheers. The general manager stood on the stage, looking gratefully at Lin En and the security team below.

He knew that without their dedication and hard work, there would be no success today. Lin En also smiled with satisfaction, knowing that his mission had been accomplished. He stood quietly in the corner, guarding this carnival and glory belonging to the technology world, while also being vigilant against any possible security threats.

At the celebration banquet that followed, the general manager specially raised a glass to Lin En and the security team: "Thank you! It is you who used your courage and wisdom to protect the safety of this press conference! Tianxing Technology will never forget your contribution!" Lin En raised his glass and toasted the general manager with the team: "This is our responsibility! As long as Tianxing Technology needs us, we will always be at the forefront!" Warm applause and cheers broke out again at the scene, and the atmosphere reached a climax.

The night was as dark as ink, the street lights dim and hazy. Lin En and Hans, dressed in casual clothes, walked on the quiet street, their eyes firm and sharp, as if they could penetrate the thick darkness.

"According to the information we have so far, the sniper is most likely a former Marine named Thompson." Hans whispered, holding a document tightly in his hand.

Lin En nodded, his brow furrowed. "This Thompson has been missing since his retirement. I didn't expect him to show up here. We must find him as soon as possible, otherwise the consequences will be disastrous."

The two quickened their pace, passing through street after street, and finally arrived at a dilapidated residential area. The complex environment and mixed population here made it a perfect place to hide.

"This should be it." Hans said, pointing to a dilapidated apartment building in front.

Lin En didn't say anything, just nodded. They approached the apartment building cautiously, fearing to alert the enemy. However, just as they were about to enter the apartment building, a dark figure suddenly jumped down from the building and quickly disappeared into the night.

"It's Thompson!" Lynn shouted and immediately chased after him. Hans followed closely behind, and the two of them ran all the way, trying to catch up with the black shadow.

However, Thompson was obviously very familiar with the area, and he used the terrain and buildings to evade Lynn and Hans' pursuit. Whenever the two were about to catch up with him, he was always able to escape cleverly.

"Damn it! This guy is so cunning!" Hans cursed angrily, a little exasperated.

Lin En remained calm: "Don't worry, he can't get away. Let's keep chasing!" The two of them picked up speed again, following closely behind Thompson. After a fierce chase, they finally intercepted Thompson in front of a deserted warehouse.

Thompson stopped and turned slowly, a sly smile on his face, as if he didn't care about this game of chase.

"You finally caught up," he said calmly. Lynn and Hans remained silent, watching him warily. They knew Thompson was no pushover and needed to be handled with caution. Sure enough, Thompson suddenly attacked, his figure pounced on them like a ghost. Lynn and Hans reacted quickly, engaging in a fierce battle with Thompson.

The three fought back and forth, the battle undecided. While Thompson was agile and fierce, Lynn and Hans were no pushovers. With their superior skills and extensive experience, they fought Thompson on equal terms. However, as time went on, Lynn and Hans gradually discovered Thompson's weaknesses.

Although his attacks were fierce, his defense was relatively weak. Therefore, the two began to change their tactics, focusing on defensive counterattacks, gradually forcing Thompson to reveal his weaknesses.

Finally, during a fierce exchange, Lynn seized Thompson's moment of carelessness and delivered a powerful punch to his abdomen. Thompson groaned and doubled over in pain. Seeing this, Hans immediately stepped forward and pinned Thompson to the ground.

"We won," Lynn gasped. A triumphant smile spread across his face, and Hans also showed a look of relief. They knew that although this chase had been difficult, they had finally won.

After Thompson was arrested, the two took him back to the police station for interrogation. After a battle of wits and courage, Thompson finally confessed his crimes and motives.

It turned out that he had used a sniper rifle to try to disrupt the Tianxing Technology press conference because of a grudge many years ago. Now that the truth has been revealed, he can only accept legal sanctions.

Lynn and Hans smiled at each other, feeling relieved. They successfully tracked down and captured the sniper Thompson. It was truly thrilling.

The lights in the police station were dim and heavy. Thompson sat in a chair in the interrogation room, his hands cuffed firmly to the table. His eyes were a little confused and a little unwilling. Lynn and Hans stood across from him, watching him silently.

"Thompson, why are you doing this?" Lin En asked first. His tone was calm and firm, as if it could penetrate Thompson's inner defenses.

Thompson raised his head and looked into Lynn's eyes. He was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "You won't understand." His voice was a little hoarse and contained a hint of helplessness.

However, Lin En didn't give up. He pressed on, "Is it because of Tianxing Technology's new product? Or is it because of something personal?" Thompson fell silent again. He seemed to be thinking about something, or perhaps recalling something. After a while, he finally spoke, "It's both. That new product will make many people lose their jobs, and even their livelihoods. And I'm just one of the victims."

Hearing this, Lynn and Hans couldn't help but frown. They hadn't imagined that Thompson had such a hidden story behind him. However, this didn't justify his crime. Lynn took a deep breath and said slowly, "Thompson, I understand how you feel. However, you chose the wrong way to express your dissatisfaction. You should know that violence can't solve problems."

Thompson said nothing, simply lowering his head. He seemed to be reflecting on his actions and worried about his future. Lynn and Hans remained silent, knowing that silence at this moment was more powerful than any words.

The morning sun shone through the slits in the curtains, dappling onto Lin En's bedside. He rubbed his sleepy eyes and habitually reached for his phone. Suddenly, a rapid knock on the door shattered the morning tranquility. Lin En frowned slightly, a sense of foreboding welling up in his heart.

He quickly put on his clothes and opened the door, only to see Duke standing outside with an anxious look on his face. "Lynn, something's wrong, we need your help." Duke's voice was low and urgent.

Lin En's heart tightened. He knew Duke was a steady man, so if he was so flustered, something big must have happened. "Come in and tell me slowly, what exactly happened?"

Duke stepped into the room, closed the door, and said solemnly, "We suspect an official named Hulk of serious bribery. But the problem is, we can't find any solid evidence."

Lin En frowned upon hearing this. "Without evidence, this is indeed a difficult problem. How did you discover that he was suspected of taking bribes?"

"We received an anonymous letter of complaint that detailed Hulk's improper dealings with certain businessmen. But the content of the letter was too vague and did not provide specific evidence," Duke explained.

Lin En pondered for a moment and slowly said, "I understand. Since there is no direct evidence, we need to start from Hulk's interpersonal relationships and financial situation to look for clues."

Duke nodded in agreement. "That's right, that's exactly why we're looking for you. You have extensive experience in investigations, and we hope you can help us find a breakthrough."

Lin En took a deep breath. He knew this mission was not easy. But he also knew that as an investigator, he had a responsibility to uncover the truth. "Okay, I accept this mission. But I need more information, such as Hulk's background, work experience, family situation, etc."

In the following days, Lin En investigated Hulk's background information in depth and secretly observed his life and work. He found that although Hulk appeared to be honest and upright, he was close to some businessmen in private, and his consumption level was obviously beyond his legal income.

However, despite Lin En's discovery of these suspicious points, he still could not find conclusive evidence to prove that Hulk had accepted bribes. He began to feel anxious and stressed, and even began to doubt whether his investigation direction was correct.

When Lin En was in trouble, he suddenly received a call from a mysterious man who told him that he had the key evidence of Hulk's bribery and was willing to meet with Lin En to make a deal.

Lin En was delighted, but then a sense of caution washed over him. He knew this mysterious man might be more than just a fool, and that this deal might be a trap. But to uncover the truth, he decided to take a risk.

The transaction took place at a secluded café. Lin arrived early and chose a secluded spot to sit. A moment later, a man wearing black sunglasses and a dark windbreaker walked in. He glanced around and then walked straight toward Lin.

"Are you Lin En?" The man took off his sunglasses, revealing a stern face.

Lin En nodded: "That's right. Are you the mysterious man?"

The man smiled slightly: "You can call me Shadow. I have evidence that Hulk has accepted bribes, but you must agree to one condition of mine."

"What conditions?" Lynn asked warily.

Shadow approached Lin En and whispered, "Help me get rid of this person."

Lin En was horrified when he heard this: "You're crazy! I'm an investigator, not a killer!"

Shadow remained unmoved. "As long as you agree to my terms, I can give you the evidence." He then pulled a USB drive from his pocket and waved it in front of Lynn's eyes. It was the key to uncovering the truth and bringing Hulk to justice.

Lin En fell into deep thought. He knew he couldn't agree to Shadow's conditions, but he also wanted to get the USB drive. He looked up at Shadow, a glint of determination in his eyes: "No, I can't promise you. But I will find evidence through legal means and expose Hulk's crimes."

Shadow didn't seem surprised by Lin's answer. He smiled and said, "Okay, you have guts. Then let's see who can find the evidence first." After that, he turned and left the cafe.

Lynn took a deep breath, knowing that this battle had only just begun. He had to investigate the Hulk more deeply while also being wary of Shadow's movements. He believed that as long as he persisted, the truth would eventually come to light.

As night fell and the lights came on, Lynn and Hans, dressed in their finest attire, entered the resplendent hall. Tonight, a high-class ball was being held, a gathering of celebrities and a cacophony of lights and shadows. Their mission, however, was to spy on an official named Hulk behind the scenes, searching for evidence of his bribery.

After entering the ballroom, the two men dispersed among the crowd, exchanging information with eye contact and subtle gestures. Lynn, holding a glass of champagne, ostensibly greeted the guests, but in reality, she was secretly observing Hulk's every move. Hans, meanwhile, hid in a corner, recording every possible clue with professional equipment.

Yet, as time passed, Hulk behaved like a completely normal guest. He smiled, chatted, occasionally danced, and behaved appropriately, without appearing suspicious. Lynn and Hans began to grow anxious. Was their intelligence wrong? Or was Hulk truly so cunning that he could conceal his crimes in such an event?
Just as the two were confused, Hulk suddenly walked towards them, with a playful smile on his face, as if he had already seen through their intentions.

"Good evening, both of you," Hulk said, taking the initiative to greet them. "You don't look like you're enjoying the party."

Lin En was shocked, but remained calm on the surface: "Oh? Mr. Hulk, why do you think so?"

Hulk smiled, a sly look flashing in his eyes: "My intuition tells me that your purpose for coming here is not simple. If I'm not mistaken, you are monitoring me, right?"

Hans immediately tensed up upon hearing this. He subconsciously tightened his grip on the device, fearing Hulk would notice. Meanwhile, Lynn took a deep breath, trying to lighten the mood.

"Mr. Hulk, you're such a joker." Lin En chuckled, "We're just here for the dance, we don't have any special purpose."

However, Hulk didn't seem to believe their explanation. He shook his head slowly, his tone becoming serious: "No, you're not. I can see from your eyes that you have plans for me. Besides, I also know that I've been in some trouble recently."

(End of this chapter)