Animal Detective

Chapter 391 Where Did You Take Me?
Not long after leaving the observation post, Shen Xin received a call from Lakshin, asking when he was going back.

It's because of Donya.

The city bureau called to ask if Donya would be willing to identify Dawag.

The case being discussed was not the Dawag brothers' attack on the camp.

The camp has surveillance cameras, and the entire attack on the camp by the two men was captured on camera, providing irrefutable evidence.

It's about the case where the two of them shot and killed Donya's horse in Peony Valley and kidnapped Donya.

There was physical evidence at the scene, but Donya's testimony as the victim can also serve as important evidence.

Shen Xin explained the situation to Donya and then said, "Donya, this is not something you can force. If you don't want to, that's fine."

The case was not investigated by Shen Xin.

However, Shen Xin considered that the physical evidence at the scene was sufficient to prove that the two had attempted to kill and kidnap Donya.

So even without Donya's accusation, there's no problem.

This is something that shouldn't be forced.

It's not good to make the victim face the perpetrator again.

Donya said "oh," and then asked herself if it would be helpful to testify against him.

Shen Xin nodded.

"Then go ahead, I'm fine with it." Donia's tone was unexpectedly calm.

That incident was certainly dangerous, but Donya didn't say she was so scared that it left her with any psychological trauma.

The girls on the grasslands are strong and open-minded.

Why dwell on the past when you're already alive?

And if she were truly afraid, she wouldn't have risked saving Teddy in the first place.

Anyway, that incident is over, and Donya hasn't had a nightmare since.

Shen Xin hesitated for a moment, then nodded and told Lakshin that he would personally take Donya there.

They arrived at the Xingle League Municipal Bureau, travel-worn and exhausted.

Luo Xiaolong, the head of the city's criminal investigation detachment, received the two.

The entire identification process went smoothly, with Shen Xin following along and quietly observing Donya from the sidelines.

This girl is really good; she has a strong heart and clearly identified Dawag.

After they came out, Donya secretly asked Shen Xin why Dawag had changed like this.

When I first met Dawag in Peony Valley, he was fierce and shrewd, with particularly sharp eyes.

When I saw him today, he was unshaven, extremely dejected and dispirited, and looked like a completely different person.

Shen Xin said, "That's normal, he committed a very serious crime."

Even the most ruthless person will feel fear when faced with an iron fist and impending death.

Huang Mingjie also came upon hearing the news. He thanked Donya for coming to help identify the body, then waved to Shen Xin and led her to the side.

“Shen Xin, I’ve consulted someone about your matter, and it’s not easy to handle,” Huang Mingjie said.

He's still thinking about Teddy.

After returning, he used his connections to find a solution from the director of the Forestry and Grassland Bureau.

His idea was that since Teddy couldn't live without Shen Xin and would throw a tantrum if he left, he might as well make an exception and let Shen Xin take it back and raise it.

In his view, this was the only solution.

Shen Xin was a great help in this case, and a significant one at that.

Therefore, Huang Mingjie was willing to help with this.

But when it came to actually doing it, we found that things weren't so easy.

The director of the Forestry and Grassland Bureau said directly that if it were an ordinary wild animal, and Huang Mingjie had asked for it, then they would make an exception and issue a permit.

However, Teddy is a Class I protected animal.

For Class I protected animals, approval from the Forestry Department is required before processing can be done.

He's just a bureau chief; he doesn't have that ability.

Secondly, there are a lot of conditions, such as the farmers must have a veterinary qualification certificate.

Finally, having a certificate only proves that you can keep animals, but proving that you can keep animals doesn't mean you can buy them. You also need to find a way to prove the legal origin of the animals you want to keep.

Otherwise, it would be illegal.

"So Shen Xin, how about we think of another way?" Huang Mingjie's tone was still a little embarrassed.

I agreed so readily at the camp, I never imagined it would be so difficult.

Shen Xin quickly said it was alright.

Just think about it and you'll know how difficult this is.

It's illegal to begin with. Minor issues can be tolerated, but for major issues, who would dare to mess around?

However, Shen Xin did not expect that Huang Mingjie failed to accomplish the task, but Chen Wanbin was surprisingly helpful.

His method was more ingenious.

It is obviously very difficult for individuals to obtain permission or a license.

But the institution can, especially an animal research institution like theirs.

Chen Wanbin obtained the license for Shen Xin in the name of his company.

His workplace is incredibly prestigious.

Academy of Sciences, Institute of Zoology.

They obtained a permit to keep Teddy dogs under the guise of protecting them.

Then, under the guidance of the research institute, the entire process of raising the animals was handed over to Shen Xin.

In other words, Shen Xin was a zookeeper outsourced by their research institute.

Chen Wanbin personally went to the camp and delivered the relevant documents. Finally, with some reluctance, he said, "Shen Xin, I can actually try to get you a permanent position."

He mentioned from the beginning that outsourcing wasn't a good idea, and suggested giving Shen Xin a permanent position as a zookeeper.

Shen Xin had reason to suspect that Chen Wanbin may have already considered this point when he proposed the idea.

He's not giving up; he's trying to poach people and get me into the research institute.

Would Shen Xin agree?

What kind of establishment do you need? I already have one.

"Thank you, Teacher Chen," Shen Xin said sincerely.

Chen Wanbin was a great help in this matter.

Chen Wanbin waved his hand to indicate that he didn't need it, glanced at Shen Xin one last time, sighed, and left dejectedly.

What a promising talent, a natural-born genius for animal research, how did he end up as a policeman?

Now that I have the documents, there is still one more problem.

How do I get back to Nanjiang?

When I came, I brought Tiankui with me.

Now, there's another bird, a raptor, a Class I protected animal.

Shen Xin consulted with the airlines about flying.

At first, the beautiful woman spoke very nicely, saying that as long as birds provided a certificate of animal quarantine and were packed into containers of the appropriate size, they could be checked in and loaded onto the plane.

Then, when Shen Xin mentioned that he was bringing a falcon, a Class I protected animal in China, the other party fell silent.

I sensed that the other party was about to call the police.

If airplanes aren't an option, then high-speed rail is the only choice.

But the high-speed rail is too far. Shen Xin also asked, and the answer was the same: there are regulations that prohibit bringing it on the high-speed rail.

Of course, if you secretly bring a small budgie or something and slip it into your bag, people will turn a blind eye and pretend they didn't see it.

But you brought a falcon with a wingspan of over a meter; even if they wanted to make an exception, they couldn't.

After much deliberation, Shen Xin came up with a solution.

We'll just drive it back.

The entire journey is 1,700 kilometers and takes two days.

Who knows, there might be some scenery along the way that we can take a look at.

Moreover, Shen Xin felt that this method was the safest, as public transportation was too crowded and had too many uncertainties.

I need to take two more days off.

After speaking with Zhang Hancheng, Zhang Hancheng was also quite bewildered to hear that Shen Xin was going to bring back a falcon.

In the end, he didn't say anything, only telling Shen Xin to be careful on the road.

Shen Xin didn't rent a car; he simply bought one in Wugai Banner instead.

The Camry I drive is the one that my dad used to drive all over the country, and I've been saving up to buy a new one for a long time.

Now I should just find a reason to rely on my parents for financial support.

I called Shen Haolin.

Upon hearing that Shen Xin was not only bringing back local specialties but also a falcon, Shen Haolin immediately perked up.

He asked mysteriously if it was a falcon with a cloth on its head, like the kind kept by the richest people in the world.

Upon receiving confirmation, his tone became increasingly arrogant.

He kept a donkey at his factory, which inevitably led to some teasing comments on social media.

Now that I own a falcon, everything has changed.

Other people have a wooden sculpture of a roc spreading its wings in their office, but I have a live one in mine.

Shen Haolin waved his hand and transferred the money swiftly.

With the plans complete, it's time to say goodbye.

This time, there was no need to sneak out early. Early in the morning, Donya still rushed to the camp to see them off.

"Goodbye."

Shen Xin reached out his hand to say goodbye.

Donia didn't shake hands, but stepped forward lightly, opened her arms, and hugged Shen Xin.

It wasn't a deep hug, just a light embrace, before she quickly let go and said with a smile, "Goodbye."

We said goodbye before, and sure enough, we met again.

We said goodbye today, but we'll see each other again soon.

Shen Xin didn't think much of it, said goodbye to everyone, got into the car and left.

When we arrived, the sky was cloudless and the land was vast; when we left, the grassland had turned even greener, and the sky was clear and blue.

We rushed to Wugai Banner and went straight to the 4S store.

Duan Zijie came in person, firstly to see him off, and secondly to ask him to help him get the temporary license plate processed as quickly as possible.

Shen Xin didn't buy any luxury cars.

It's unnecessary, and I can't afford it.

I got tired of sedans, so I bought an SUV, a Tiguan.

My dad supported me this time, so I bought it outright. I'll treat him to it slowly later.

The temporary license plate is ready. I'll get the real license plate back in Nanjiang. The gas tank is full, so I'm just waiting to set off.

"Shen Xin, have a safe journey!"

Duan Zijie and Lakshin waved goodbye.

With the new car, it's stable and quiet. I no longer have to listen to the tractor-like vibration of the old Camry at idle. It's like I've married a new wife.

But they hadn't gone far when Tiankui started causing trouble behind them.

And there's Teddy.

I decided to drive straight back because I didn't want to keep him locked in a cage the whole time.

He's quite something; we gave him his freedom, but instead of giving back, he grabbed his own seat.

You think it's a cat scratching post?

Even if it's stopped in time, a faint mark will inevitably remain.

Shen Xin was so angry that he wanted to punch him.

And then there's Tiankui, who was actually huddled in the back seat chewing on his seatbelt.

That's your teething toy!

"Teddy, if you scratch me again, I'll kill you," Shen Xin warned Teddy fiercely.

He even gestured with his hand across his neck.

With just a little pressure from that finger, he could immediately be sentenced to five years in prison.

So Shen Xin couldn't help but give him a few more words of advice.

Do you know how much risk you took by bringing you back?

I am his guardian. What if something happens and he dies?

The person is a legitimate registered resident.

Teddy's personality isn't as cheeky as the tabby's. If it were the tabby, its inner monologue would definitely be something like, "I'm worth way more than this piece of junk."

Shen Xin felt that Teddy was a typical example of someone with a love-struck mind.

I heard it from Duan Zijie, who said that Dawa Ge and his brother had been keeping an eye on Teddy for half a month.

Follow Teddy around everywhere.

The reason Teddy runs around everywhere is to woo women.

As for Yueyue, he's different. He's simply highly intelligent and has transcended basic biological instincts.

Tiankui was fine staying in the car the whole way, but Teddy couldn't.

He was uncomfortable being cooped up for so long and unable to fly.

Of course, if you really want to leave him outside and let him fly with you, that should also work.

But the risk is too great.

All Shen Xin can do is take some time to relax and stretch his muscles at the service area.

After driving three or four hundred kilometers in one go, Shen Xin stopped at a service area called Fengning.

We've already left the province.

Like Wugai Banner, Fengning also has a large grassland that is famous throughout China.

However, after spending several days on the grassland, I was getting a little tired of it.

Shen Xin had no intention of staying in Fengning.

Zhang Hancheng didn't set a time limit, leaving it to Shen Xin's discretion.

Shen Xin was considering taking a short break on the way back, perhaps by visiting Mount Tai to watch the sunrise.

I had never been there before, and it was a bit of a pity to pass by without going in.

Put a leash on Tiankui and let him get out of the car and take a walk around.

After his problem is solved, it will be Teddy's turn.

As we led Tiankui back, someone nearby was launching a drone. From this service area, you could see an endless grassland.

That guy was a dog lover, and seeing Tian Kui's imposing presence, he asked a few questions out of curiosity.

Then he took an Akita out of the car, wanting to introduce it to Tenkui.

Tian Kui aspires to become the King of Dogs; he possesses an inherent pride.

If the tabby dog ​​was not convinced, then the other dogs were even more so.

Just as Akita approached, Tenkui let out a fierce roar, startling Akita so much that it trembled and burrowed behind its master.

They didn't even dare to make a sound.

【waste】

Shen Xin heard Tian Kui's thoughts and gave him a light tap, though she was annoyed.

This guy didn't mind, gave Tian Kui a thumbs up and said, "Awesome."

He had just finished praising Tian Kui when someone passing by recognized him.

If Tianxiong is considered an internet celebrity dog, then Tiankui would have become famous across the entire internet long ago.

They've been on the 7 PM news; they're not even in the same league.

The guy was shocked, realizing he had misjudged Shen Xin and that Shen Xin was a policeman. He exclaimed, "No wonder he was so awesome, he's a decorated dog!"

Once recognized, they inevitably attract a crowd of onlookers.

While Shen Xin let them take pictures with Tian Kui, he quickly opened the car door and took Teddy out.

This person can't wait any longer.

Shen Xin was afraid that he would damage his new car.

"Don't run around."

Shen Xin gave a word of advice, then lifted the Teddy bear up into the sky.

In an instant, all the passengers who were circling around Tian Kui were dumbfounded.

The owner of Akita, in particular, stared wide-eyed.

While he was launching his drone, Shen Xin went and launched a raptor.

Many people have automatically pointed their phones at the sky.

It has to be said that the white teddy bear is beautiful and quite handsome.

Shen Xin felt that he would like it just as much if he had a cloth on his head.

As a result, Teddy flew higher and higher, farther and farther, until it became a black dot on the horizon.

"Officer, your bird has flown away." Akita's owner realized what was happening and hurriedly reminded him.

Others nodded.

One person even asked if they came specifically to release the birds.

"It's okay, he'll come back." Shen Xin didn't seem to care much.

If it were that easy to get rid of Teddy, that would be great.

but……

To Shen Xin's surprise, half an hour passed after Teddy flew away, and it still hadn't come to a sight.

The Akita owner, along with many other tourists, hadn't left yet, still waiting to see Teddy return.

Since they hadn't returned after so long, everyone started to look at them strangely.

This made Shen Xin feel apprehensive.

I'm not afraid Teddy will fly away, I'm just afraid something will happen to him.

But the falcon is already a bird of prey, standing at the top of the bird species, and has no natural enemies.

Just as Shen Xin was feeling uneasy, Teddy finally appeared.

He swooped down, flapping his wings, and landed lightly in front of Shen Xin amidst everyone's gasps.

With a sparrow in its beak, it dropped it in front of Shen Xin.

Where did you bring me?

Teddy tilted his head, looking at Shen Xin with a puzzled expression.

They ran around everywhere, and after a long journey, they finally found their prey.

(End of this chapter)