"Huh? Wait, what's that sound...?"
Zhu Yuan was obviously familiar with this voice, and then the other party spoke again.
"Long time no see, Zhu Yuan, it's me, Xing Jianya."
After the identity was explained, a moment later, Xing Jianya, who was connected remotely, briefly explained the Yuanjing Industrial case and the changes that occurred in the outer ring.
"Hmm... let me unpack this: There's a hidden story behind the Vision case, the real villain is hiding in plain sight. A fierce battle took place in the Outer Ring, and Perlman was tragically kidnapped... But is that so?"
"Yeah, very accurate... and very fluent."
Xing Jianya gave a positive evaluation of Qingyi's summary, but Zhu Yuan remained silent at this moment, and Zhe was a little worried when he saw this.
"Shu Yuan..."
“…Don’t worry about me, let’s get back to business, it’s election time now.
You are advocating for serious criminal charges against the incoming Vice-Grand Marshal Bullinger of the New Elidujanus District.
However, you don't have any key witnesses or evidence... According to convention, I should first take you to the Sheriff's Office for custody and report the case to the higher authorities, but..."
Having said this, Zhu Yuan's expression seemed very hesitant, but then he became determined.
"However, Hoshimi Masaru, the head of HAND's Anti-Aircraft Section 6 and one of the current Hollow Hunters, is willing to endorse your statement.
Maybe I am a fool who is easily deceived, but I believe that Zhe will not deceive me, and I also believe in Ya's experience and ability.
So I will not report this to my superiors until the end of today. You have plenty of time to get your evidence. I will also be investigating through my channels during this time."
Zhe couldn't help but feel touched by Zhu Yuan's trust in him.
"Thank you, Zhu Yuan."
"...It's too early to say thank you now. If my investigation shows that you are lying... I said I won't show favoritism... Zhe."
At this time, Zhu Yuan had even thought about it. If Zhe was put in prison later, she would visit him on time and wait for him to be released.
After asking Qingyi to stay and help take care of the child, Zhu Yuan quickly left the video store.
"Oh my, to be able to make Zhu Yuan do this for you, Zhe, you are truly a young man to be feared. No, this evaluation of you seems to be too low..."
"Qingyi, compared to your evaluation of me, it is more important to prepare an explanation for Zhu Yuan..."
Zhe looked helplessly at Qingyi in front of him, who remained calm and even had a slight smile on his lips.
"Okay, okay, then go ahead and do your work. I don't want you to explain yourself in the interrogation room of the Sheriff's Department."
A moment later, in the hollow area of the Balai Building...
Zhe and Ies quickly rushed here. After meeting the people from Section 6, Liu immediately asked about them with concern.
"Zhe, you're finally here. Is everything okay with Sheriff Zhu Yuan?"
"Well, she went back to the Public Security Bureau to verify our intelligence. Zhu Yuan is an honest and kind person. I believe she will make the right choice!"
Although Zhu Yuan's reaction at the time was rather extreme, it was because someone had accused her direct superior, who had also been her benefactor.
Although the more likely reason was that Zhe didn't tell her about this matter right away...
"Hmm...Is that so? That's good."
After hearing Zhe's reply, Liu nodded with some complicated feelings. Reason told her that Zhe and Zhu Yuan should just be having normal negotiations.
But her emotions gave her a different answer. She didn't understand why this was happening. It was as if her sixth sense was telling her something. This situation had happened before...
Liu forced himself to put these distracting thoughts behind him, and Xing Jianya also expressed his opinion at this time.
"I know Zhu Yuan well, she would never do anything that goes against justice.
Besides, she is very easy to coax. Just look her in the eyes, hold her hand, and whisper your thoughts. The closer you are, the better the effect. Zhe can try it after she comes back."
"Section Chief...where did you learn this?"
Asaba Yuma looked at Hoshimiya with a somewhat strange tone, but the latter still looked natural.
"Zhu Yuan's mother taught me this. I've tried it and it's very useful."
"Really?"
Zhe blurted out subconsciously. After all, when Zhu Yuan's mother met her parents before, she did tell him about this, but she had never tried it.
However, as soon as he said this, he was immediately met with Liu's gaze.
“Maybe it’s useful, but forget it, Section Chief Miyabi. After all, we’re both girls. If it’s Zhe.
If you're not familiar with her, this will backfire. I suggest you apologize to Miss Zhu Yuan."
Chapter 285 The story continues
"Well, Liu is right. Let's not talk about this for now. Let's get Perlman back first."
After Zhe said this, everyone started to act together, but this time he did not bring the two sisters with him. After all, the current combat power was enough.
In addition, if the strength displayed by the two sisters is discovered, it will be difficult to explain. It will be disastrous if something is found out. We must not underestimate the intelligence network of Section 6.
In short, everyone swept all the way and soon arrived at the mercenaries' contact point, and Zhe quickly cracked the database.
But unfortunately, the database here is not of a high enough level and does not have Perlman's location data. It is necessary to go to other contact points to obtain high-level permissions in order to shut down the defense agency.
But this did not pose a problem for Zhe. He used his talent to sneak into the enemy's network database and found the target's location.
Soon after, several people found Perlman crying and shouting, and learned from him that the enemy had installed explosives in this place and it was about to explode.
It's fair to say that you, the "Bombush man," are already considered a legendary king of endurance, right? You're truly incredibly tough!
Soon after, a space crack in the distance began to flicker with light.
The sound of explosions from four weeks ago gradually approached, and at the same time, the HDD system's shrill warning sounded again -
[HDD sound output failed, calling alternative output device - Warning! The passage ahead is dangerous!]
No? Are the enemies attacking the store's network again? Why is there another problem?!
There is indeed an exit ahead, but the test result only shows one, while normally there should be several.
Zhe had a feeling something was wrong, but time was running out and he had to rush out of here.
The explosion caused a large-scale collapse, and in desperation everyone rushed into the space rift.
At that moment, the light obscured all five senses, and the strange, heavy, ominous atmosphere within the cave transformed and disappeared, but the next moment...
"Oh? This is really an unexpected encounter!"
A flat male voice sounded beside their ears, and everyone was a little surprised when they saw him.
“Blinger…!”
Xing Jianya frowned slightly and looked at the person in front of him, but the latter ignored her. After all, he was there to cause trouble.
"Perlman, the culprit in the Vision Industrial scandal! He deliberately sabotaged a witness's airship and fled to the Outer Ring. He then returned to New Eridu during the sensitive election period and was apprehended by the Public Security Bureau!"
And then… he showed up with the prime suspect, Perlman, and helped him get in and out of the Hollow… The executive officers of HAND’s Air Defense Section 6, and this person…”
Bullinger's gaze fell on Zhe, who had already activated his talent for cognitive tampering, so his true identity was not revealed.
Sarah, standing behind Bullinger, also frowned slightly. This person wasn't on the list of Section 6 personnel. Never mind, it didn't matter...
"In short, in the name of the Deputy Chief Justice of the Janus District, please come to the Public Security Bureau and give me an explanation.
Alright, Chief Hoshimi Masaru, you are suspected of having improper dealings with the serious criminal Perlman. Please come with me, you and your subordinates."
As Bullinger spoke, he waved his hand and wanted to let the armed sheriff behind him come forward. However, at this moment, Liu spoke with a gloomy expression.
"Wait a moment! Commander Bullinger, you seem to have a big misunderstanding."
As she spoke, she took the initiative to step forward and stand in front of everyone, her tone very calm.
"It is true that Anti-Aircraft Section 6 is suspected of having unreported private contact with a key suspect, but... that was simply the personal behavior of Section Chief Hoshimi Masaru."
When Liu finished speaking, Zhe was slightly stunned at first, but then he realized the former's intention. Was he sacrificing the rook to save the king? No, it seemed like sacrificing the king to save the rook?
Hoshimiya did not refute, but trusted Liu unconditionally, and the latter continued to negotiate.
"As members of Anti-Aircraft Section 6, we noticed our superior's inappropriate behavior and immediately rushed to stop her. You happened to witness it."
"Hahaha! You're trying to say... you had nothing to do with this? Do you think I, the quasi-chief sheriff, am an idiot?"
"I wouldn't dare, Deputy Chief Constable Bullinger. I'm just stating the facts. If you have any objections, we can report to the Public Security Inspector for verification."
While Bullinger and Liu were talking, Xing Jianya in the back had already thrown Perlman back into the hole.
"Hoshimi-ya! What are you doing?!"
When Bullinger noticed this, he immediately questioned angrily, but all he got in return was Ya's indifferent response.
"He answered incorrectly, and in a fit of rage, I threw him into the hollow. Liu was right, I was just that arbitrary.
It has nothing to do with them. My actions just now prove that if you want to arrest someone, you can arrest me. Only me."
"you--!"
Bullinger wanted to say something, but Sarah behind him spoke up to remind him.
"It's almost time for the speech. Don't dwell on it too much. Just quit while you're ahead."
"Tsk...Okay, very good, then I'll grant you your wish! In the name of the Janus District's Deputy Chief Justice—Head of Anti-Aircraft Section 6, Hoshimi Miyabi!
Suspected of endangering public safety! Arrest immediately! "
……
Not long after, in the cave, the three members of Section 6 who had escaped from Bullinger were trying to find Perlman again.
The other party seemed to have achieved his goal, so he didn't pay too much attention to Zhe and just fooled him with a few excuses Liu made up.
But in order to avoid unnecessary trouble, Zhe went back to the video store first to help Ling repair the system to avoid similar situations from happening again next time.
After a while, the communicator rang.
It was a message from Liu, saying that they had found Perlman according to the mark and were now hiding from Bullinger's pursuit.
We took him to Baizhi Heavy Industry and hid him there. We also asked him to collect evidence of the collusion between Bullinger and Vision Industrial. Kelida and others are also helping. I believe there will be results soon.
However, just as Zhe was about to establish a remote call connection with Section 6, a familiar figure rushed in hurriedly. It was Zhu Yuan.
"Zhe, Ling, can you contact Section 6 now? Are they with Perlman now? I have something very important to confirm!"
Zhu Yuan's tone was very urgent, and seeing this, Zhe immediately became serious.
"Zhu Yuan, don't worry. Section Six has just found Perlman, and we're planning to contact them. You should come along."
After saying this, Zhe took Zhu Yuan into the room on the first floor. After a while, he successfully connected to Lesson 6 and briefly explained the situation here.
"I'm sorry everyone, we can't track Miyabi's whereabouts for the time being..."
"I see... I just asked the minister and my friends in the media about it, and they don't seem to have received any information about [Hoshimi-Masa's arrest and Pearlman's reappearance]..."
Chapter 286 Zhu Yuan: Regarding Senior Qingyi’s matter, I will consider it...
The conversation between Zhe and Liu revealed that the matter was not simple, and Zhu Yuan's subsequent words further confirmed their guess.
"This is an urgent situation. Please help me confirm one thing first! Perlman is with you, right?
"The back of his neck! Please look at the back of his neck! Is there a small wound behind his ear or near the end of his hair?"
After hearing this, Liu immediately sent someone to check and soon got the results.
"Yes, Sheriff Zhu Yuan, there is indeed a very small wound, about 2cm inside the right end of the hair. How did you know?"
"For suspects involved in serious crimes, the Sheriff's Department may implant a small monitoring chip into them while they are in custody to prevent them from doing anything dangerous in prison.
Then, I found out that the chips used by the Pearlman group of serious crime suspects had a wide-area tracking tag... and it was always active.
Upon hearing this, Asaba Yuma was shocked at first, and then immediately asked back.
"What? A tracking tag? And it's always in effect? Even after the airship accident?"
"That's right..."
Zhu Yuan confirmed Asaba Yuzhen's statement, and in an instant the eyes of everyone present became solemn.
After all, the Sheriff's Department had actually been able to track Perlman all along, but no one had pursued him for so long.
The records of the bureau also show that they are continuing to track him, but his whereabouts are unknown, which makes it very intriguing.
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