Animal Detective

Chapter 296 Deep in the Mountain
A presentation session was also prepared.

Shen Xin introduced all the selected police dogs one by one.

“We named them according to the thirty-six Heavenly Spirits in the Water Margin. This one, for example, is called Tianxiong, and it is a male dog.”

Shen Xin greeted him.

Tianxiong immediately ran up obediently.

This is a mixed-breed dog that is almost entirely black except for its left front paw.

I don't know how many bloodlines were broken.

Traditionally, the Wuhai dog is more sturdy.

Tianxiong, on the other hand, has a more slender build and good running ability.

It's still a curly-tailed creature, with a slightly lively personality, but outstanding abilities in all aspects.

After the introduction, Shen Xin led all the police dogs to demonstrate their capabilities to everyone.

"Most importantly, they have a strong ability to understand, so you don't need to learn any special commands or gestures. You can give commands directly in spoken language, and they can understand them."

Shen Xin gave a demonstration.

"Tianxiong, go back to your kennel and close the door behind you."

Upon receiving the order, Tianxiong immediately responded, running back to his kennel and even slamming the iron gate shut with his paw.

Everyone was amazed.

They don't think police dogs can do this; they need professional trainers to guide them.

Shen Xin added, “We always say that we should treat police dogs as comrades-in-arms. In fact, you can treat these police dogs as comrades-in-arms who cannot speak and can directly cooperate with your work.”

"If you have any specific questions, we can discuss them further. Feel free to ask me anytime."

Several people applauded.

If that's the case, then they are even more capable than ordinary police dogs.

Seeing that everyone's eyes lit up after the demonstration and they couldn't wait any longer, Zhao Hongjie immediately arranged for the police dogs to be assigned.

It's just a crumpled piece of paper, simply pulled out.

Shen Xindu said that the nine police dogs have almost the same abilities, so it doesn't matter which one they are in order.

The group exchanged glances, and Lakshin stepped forward first, randomly selecting a crumpled piece of paper.

Tianxiong.

He nodded slightly, then turned to get closer to Tianxiong.

Tianxiong was still a little unfamiliar with him, but after spending more time together, there wouldn't be any major problems.

Li Jiahui stood beside Shen Xin, biting her lip lightly, looking reluctant, and whispered, "Don't forget about Tianqiao's matter."

Shen Xin nodded.

It means that if you draw Tianqiao, you have to take all of her puppies with you.

It's not a big deal.

The selection process was quick, and one police dog after another was chosen.

Pan Chenghai, who had spoken earlier, stepped forward and randomly selected one of the remaining two crumpled pieces of paper.

Ingenious.

Pan Chenghai was overjoyed.

As Shen Xin mentioned earlier, Tian Qiao won the championship in this competition.

During the competition, hidden drugs were also discovered.

That ability is beyond doubt, and it's perfectly suited to my situation.

He immediately walked towards Tianqiao and took out the snacks he had specially prepared on the way.

Tianqiao didn't eat; she just turned her head and looked at Shen Xin from afar.

Li Jiahui saw it, her eyes trembled slightly, and she quickly nudged Shen Xin.

Shen Xin understood and went up to Pan Chenghai to explain the situation.

Hearing that Tianqiao was found in a heartless shelter that specializes in abusing stray animals, and that she was already pregnant when she was found, Pan Chenghai was somewhat moved.

"That's really not easy."

Pan Chenghai squatted down in front of Tian Qiao, his eyes filled with tenderness, and said, "Shen Xin, don't worry, I will definitely take good care of her and her whole family."

He paused for a moment, then said again, "I promise."

The ownership has been decided. We went through a simple ceremony and left some photos as a memento.

Zhao Hongjie had another meeting, so he left first.

Pan Chenghai and his team will stay in Nanjiang for two more days. During these days, Shen Xin will cooperate with them to try to get familiar with these police dogs as soon as possible.

This makes it easier for them to take the police dogs away.

As a result, the police dog base gained several more volunteer handlers.

Everyone was very serious and tried hard to get close to Tianqiao and the others.

The most enthusiastic was Pan Chenghai.

Because Tianqiao was somewhat cold towards him, she still clung to Shen Xin.

However, Pan Chenghai did not give up, or took the initiative to ask if he could replace the police dog.

"I want the best."

That day, Shen Xin and Pan Chenghai were playing a ball-throwing game on the playground with Tian Qiao when Pan Chenghai said something like this.

Pan Chenghai gently tossed the ball, his eyes somewhat dazed: "Someone once told me that no matter what you do, you should strive to do your best, don't be lazy, and don't be perfunctory, especially for a job like ours."

He stopped there.

Shen Xin glanced at his hair.

He has gray hair and looks like he's almost fifty, but he's actually only 35 this year.

Too much worry makes you age faster.

He was a narcotics officer in Simo, Yunnan, a border city located at the junction of three countries, which is a major area for drug smuggling.

Because of Ding Yuwei, whom Shen Xin had met, he always held narcotics police officers in high esteem.

Listening to Pan Chenghai say this, I feel there must be a story behind his words.

However, Pan Chenghai did not continue, but said, "You know the situation where we are. We do have police dogs, but we have never had enough. The place is too big."

"So many times there is simply not enough time, and we can only rely on people. If we had a few good police dogs, they would be a great help."

Shen Xin understood what he meant and said, "You don't need to rush. Tianqiao is very perceptive. She can sense your kindness. Give her some time, and she will get to know you."

Shen Xin glanced at Tian Qiao, who was frolicking in the distance.

These past two days, Tian Qiao has been sticking to him, listening to her innermost thoughts and feelings. Shen Xin could tell that Tian Qiao was saying goodbye to him.

She should know what happened.

Most importantly, she knew that this was something Shen Xin had asked her to do.

She just wanted to spend some more time with Shen Xin before he passed away.

Several days passed in the blink of an eye, and Lakshin and his team left one after another with their police dogs.

Only Tianqiao remained.

Pan Chenghai was patient, but Shen Xin felt it was enough. This clinging on would never end; it was time to say goodbye.

Early that morning, Shen Xin arrived at the base as usual.

When we arrived at the kennel, Pan Chenghai was already helping to clean it.

Upon seeing Shen Xin, Pan Chenghai hesitated for a moment and said, "How about we wait a couple more days? I'm not in a hurry anyway."

Shen Xin shook his head and said no need.

I already talked to Tianqiao about it yesterday and told her that today is the day to say goodbye.

"It's alright, she's already prepared."

Shen Xin entered Tianqiao's kennel.

She immediately came to greet her, wagging her tail incessantly.

"I understand. I'll come see you when I have time." Shen Xin squatted down, offering one last word of comfort, before leading Tian Qiao to Pan Chenghai.

He waved his hand, indicating that she could go over.

Tianqiao looked up at Shen Xin, then lowered her head and walked towards Pan Chenghai.

When they reached Pan Chenghai, they stopped and turned to look at Shen Xin.

Shen Xin didn't say anything, he just smiled and waved his hand.

Tianqiao barked once, then turned around and squatted down next to Pan Chenghai.

"good."

Pan Chenghai quickly reached out and rubbed her head.

Tianqiao nuzzled against him and looked up, staring intently at Pan Chenghai.

She could sense Pan Chenghai's goodwill.

That morning, Pan Chenghai left with Tianqiao's family.

Shen Xin didn't see Li Jiahui, and only after asking did he learn that Li Jiahui was hiding and hadn't come.

When they found her, she was on the playground with Tiankui.

Tomorrow, Shen Xin will set off with Tian Kui.

Seeing that Shen Xin was about to speak, Li Jiahui quickly shook her head and said that she was fine.

But she didn't seem to be alright at all; she was holding Tian Kui, and her eyes were already red.

Shen Xin sighed, patted her on the shoulder, and left.

The next day, Shen Xin, along with Tian Kui, met up with He Wenyu and boarded the high-speed train to Juzhou.

Traveling by plane with a police dog is inconvenient, so we can only take the high-speed rail.

Our destination this time is Huaiyi City, located in the western part of Juju Province.

To be more specific, it is the Machang Town Police Station in Shiyao County, which is under Huaiyi City.

Nanjiang is 1,700 kilometers away from Juzhou. There is no direct high-speed rail to Huaiyi; you have to transfer.

After a nearly ten-hour journey, we arrived in Juyang, the capital of Juzhou Province.

Then, I transferred to the high-speed rail at Juyang and headed to Huaiyi.

We rested briefly in Huaiyi.

While staying in Huaiyi, Shen Xin actually wanted to visit Wang Qiang.

Or rather, Wang Shengyu.

That's the abducted child we rescued during the Spring Festival; his family is from Huaiyi, Juzhou.

But after considering it, Shen Xin decided against it.

The child has found his parents and the family of three has started a new life. If I go there, it might bring back bad memories for Wang Shengyu.

The next day, the two people and their dog boarded a bus and headed to Shiyao County.

He Wenyu held his camera and took pictures of the undulating mountains in the distance through the window.

In Ningshan, although there are mountains, the whole area is still a vast plain. I have never seen such a continuous range of mountains.

Shen Xin's attention was on Tian Kui.

He's been in a low mood these past couple of days. Obviously, someone as smart as him should be aware of what's going on.

Along with that, she also harbored some resentment towards Shen Xin.

He barely paid any attention to Shen Xin along the way.

Shen Xin let him go.

Give him time; he'll be able to adapt to the new environment.

A few hours later, the car arrived at the county bus station.

As soon as I stepped out of the station, a large group of people surrounded me, asking where I was going and if I needed a ride.

"What are you doing?"

A shout came from the side.

Shen Xin looked up and saw three people in police uniforms approaching.

It seemed the police had finally alerted the group, and they scattered like birds.

The middle-aged man at the front had already shaken Shen Xin's hand and warmly welcomed him.

Zhao Helin, Deputy Director of the Shiyao County Public Security Bureau.

He was in his forties, slightly hunched over, with a kind face. He said he had had a long and tiring journey, and then introduced the other two people to Shen Xin.

Li Xiaowen, the captain of the county's criminal investigation team.

A man with a tough and masculine demeanor.

The remaining one is Guo Jin, the director of the Machang Town Police Station who is to take over Tian Kui this time.

"Guo Jing?"

Shen Xin was grasped by a pair of rough, thick hands. Upon hearing the name, he paused for a moment and looked at the middle-aged man with graying temples with surprise.

He was not tall, had slightly dark skin, and an ordinary appearance, with a kind and friendly smile on his face.

Guo Jin laughed and said, "Not the Guo Jing from the novel, but the 'Jin' of 'progress'."

Shen Xin suddenly realized that he remembered Chen Ju.

"Is this the police dog? Hey, it's really spirited." Guo Jin spoke with a hint of dialect, his gaze falling on Tian Kui.

He subconsciously squatted down, wanting to greet Tian Kui.

As soon as he reached out, Tian Kui turned his head away and stared at Guo Jin with an unfriendly look.

Guo Jin was slightly taken aback, but said nonchalantly, "It still feels a little unfamiliar."

He was always smiling.

Zhao Helin gestured for the two to get into the car, repeatedly apologizing.

They said they should have gone to Nanjiang to pick up Tiankui themselves, but instead, Shen Xin had to personally deliver him to their door.

Shen Xin spoke politely, but noticed that Li Xiaowen's attention was fixed on Tian Kui.

(End of this chapter)