Arrogance and domineering, starting in the 1990s

Wu Shu picked his ear and blew on it twice.

He complained, "Officer, I've also studied law. The other party was impersonating you and committing crimes in the street."

"I was just acting as a good citizen and doing what was right."

The officer clearly didn't believe Wu Shu's words and angrily said, "Acting bravely? Breaking someone's ribs?"

"Should I read you the report?"

"Four were seriously injured, two suffered multiple fractures, and one went insane after waking up!"

"You're talking to me about acting bravely and righteously? Let me tell you, Wu Shu! If this case goes through, you'll be charged with excessive self-defense!"

"Do you believe I'll lock you up for another two years?!"

Wu Shu raised his eyelids, adjusted his posture, and carefully examined the other person. He found the other person to be somewhat familiar, resembling Wu Ran after he was beaten by the blond-haired man.

It was also the other party who came to the scene and questioned me.

"Su Zhiqiang, Cangshiren, a year ago, in the Hongzhou armored truck robbery, three dead and six injured, 300,000 yuan in cash was stolen, April morning newspaper."

"Liu Yuejin, a native of Wuzhou, robbed a gold shop six months ago, killing and injuring seven people. May Sunshine Daily."

"Fan Jinzhong, a native of Xiqing, committed three home invasions and murders, which even implicated a family of three. The Evening News has already reported on him for three consecutive issues."

"..."

"I read the newspaper every day, officer."

Bai Zhiguo's face was grim, and he gripped the pen tightly in his hand until his knuckles turned white.

Just as he was about to escalate his outburst, there was a knock on the door.

"The director wants to see Wu Shu." The man who came was a burly man with a firm face and distinct features.

He shoved the report in his hand into Bai Zhiguo's arms and prepared to take Wu Shu away.

A moment of stiffness flashed across Bai Zhiguo's face, but he quickly relaxed.

He forced a smile.

"No problem, then I'll trouble the Major Crimes Unit. However, this guy just got out of prison and is very cunning, so you guys..."

The burly man's face turned cold, and a hint of impatience flashed in his eyes.

He strode over to Wu Shu, his voice softening slightly, a departure from his previous businesslike tone.

"We need Mr. Wu's cooperation regarding this serious case. Please come with us."

Wu Shu smiled and nodded, "Of course, I'm always the most enthusiastic about cooperating with the officers on cases!"

As he spoke, he got up and walked out with the burly man. When they passed Bai Zhiqiang,

He stumbled and bumped into the other person, catching Bai Zhiqiang completely off guard. He was knocked down and fell into a chair.

Taking the opportunity, Wu Shu stepped forward to help him, saying, "My legs are numb, I'm so sorry."

Then he whispered, "You absolutely mustn't let me find out what dirty things you've done."

Otherwise, I'll definitely sue you so you'll never be able to wear this outfit again.

After saying that, he grinned and walked out of the interrogation room.

The burly man stood outside the door with a cold expression, completely unconcerned about what was happening inside, until he saw Wu Shu follow him.

The two walked upstairs one after the other, but after only a few steps...

The burly man slowed his pace and whispered, "Thank you."

Wu Shu nodded slightly, without saying anything else.

Third floor, conference room.

Thump~ thump~

After hearing "Please come in," the burly man pushed open the door, saluted the person inside, and then...

A loud voice announced, "Chief, Wu Shu has arrived."

Wu Shu stepped inside and found an elderly man with gray hair sitting upright in a chair, writing something with his head down.

On the guest sofa next to him sat a man with his legs crossed, his face full of arrogance, who was looking at Wu Shu with a scrutinizing gaze.

After making his announcement, the burly man left the room.

Neither of the two people in the room spoke, and Wu Shu didn't take the initiative to speak either. He walked to the sofa where guests were seated and, without any hesitation, plopped down on it.

The elderly man with gray hair was still intently reviewing something when the arrogant man spoke first.

His voice was hoarse as he asked, "How could you tell they were imposters?"

"The police rank insignia on the collar."

"Is there anything else?"

"shoe."

A hint of appreciation flashed in the arrogant man's eyes, as if Wu Shu's words had piqued his interest.

He pressed on, "With just these things, you dared to use such force?"

Wu Shu brushed the dust off his trousers and said nonchalantly, "Hong Lingzhang should have been abolished last year, yet they're still wearing it."

"And the leader had a scorpion tattoo on the back of his hand."

"Of course, the most important thing is temperament."

"They don't deserve that kind of righteousness."

The arrogant man's admiration deepened, and he clapped his hands loudly, not caring at all about disturbing the elderly man who was working.

He praised, "If you hadn't been there, I would have wanted to recruit you on a special basis."

Wu Shu spread his hands, looking completely innocent, and said, "I've been wronged."

The arrogant man changed his posture again. Although his face still showed appreciation, he did not believe that Wu Shu was innocent.

After all, the injury reports he had couldn't be faked.

The ruthlessness of the other party's actions left even him, the head of the major crimes unit, speechless.

He had seen many vicious people, but this was the first time he had ever met someone like this.

To say the other party was reckless is an exaggeration, since no one died at the scene.

Even those who were most seriously injured have now stabilized.

To say the other side showed mercy would be an exaggeration, but these people suffered numerous hidden injuries.

Even if you are basically cured, you will never have any major illnesses for the rest of your life, but you will always have minor ailments.

"Such ruthlessness at such a young age is not a good thing." The white-haired old man had already finished reviewing the report in his hand.

He was gently pinching the space between his eyebrows and said in a serious tone.

Wu Shu remained silent, but he didn't take it to heart.

The other party is about to cut me, can't I be a little ruthless?

"This time, your merits and demerits will even out."

"I called you here because I have a few questions to ask you."

The old man stared sharply at Wu Shu, as if trying to see right through him.

His words carried an air of authority that commanded respect without a hint of anger.

Wu Shu slightly twisted his body, feeling an immense pressure rushing towards him.

This made him very uncomfortable, but this wasn't a form of physical suppression.

Rather, it exudes an aura of justice and integrity.

Wu Shu nodded slightly, his previous casualness completely gone.

"Who do you think is behind this?" the old man asked seriously.

Wu Shu thought for a moment, then took out the matchbox from the Qingshan Clubhouse and placed it on the coffee table.

The arrogant man picked it up casually, squinted at it for a moment, and then handed the matchbox to the old man.

The old man examined the markings with a serious expression, then continued, "What was their purpose in chasing you?"

"I don't know," Wu Shu replied simply.

He truly didn't know; if he had, he would have already gone to the other party's door and sent them on their way.

"Then why you?" the old man continued.

Wu Shu hesitated for a moment, then said briefly, "Three years ago, I saved a woman, and then..."

The old man waved his hand, interrupting, "I've seen your file and I know how you got the five minus two. Tell me something I don't know."

Wu Shu's expression remained unchanged, though a slight ripple stirred within him. He didn't dwell on it.

He continued, "My friend found out about Moonlight Bar, and then one of the managers disappeared."

"The thug who sued me back then has also disappeared."

After whispering a few words to the arrogant man, the old man turned his gaze back to Wu Shu.

Wu Shu thought the other person was about to finish asking questions, so he spoke up first: "May I ask a question too?"