Chapter 170: Chapter 163: I Just Bully Women
Wu Shuang was quite puzzled. Why did Director Lin need to meet such a person today, and insisted that he wait downstairs? This should be something for his secretary to handle, right? Wu Shuang was a very busy person now, having just handed over Zhang Teng’s case and starting on a hit-and-run accident case. Yet, he received a call to wait for someone in the lobby?
When he saw Xiao Lin appear at the entrance of the lobby, Wu Shuang felt a bit displeased. There was still so much follow-up work to do from the night before, and this guy suddenly took off halfway, which was very irresponsible in Wu Shuang’s opinion.
"Why is it you, you irresponsible guy?" Wu Shuang looked angrily at Xiao Lin. Even though he knew Xiao Lin had some skills, was a bit capable, and even slightly handsome, he suddenly recalled the first time he met this guy, he said he was sick? Thinking of this, Wu Shuang lowly threatened, "I still have an account to settle with you. If you don’t make it clear to me today, don’t think about leaving the police station!"
However, the two were standing so close and speaking so softly, it seemed rather intimate to others.
Xiao Lin was immensely embarrassed. Why did Director Lin arrange for Wu Shuang to meet him? Upon hearing Wu Shuang say that, he looked Wu Shuang up and down, nodded, and said, "I might not have any other virtues, but I’m honest—you indeed have an illness!"
Wu Shuang was already a bit angry, and upon hearing Xiao Lin say that, was about to erupt. However, noticing the surroundings despite it being off-hours, many people in the station, especially the main station, do not have fixed working hours. There were quite a few people coming and going in the lobby, making it not ideal to lose his temper immediately. Just as he was about to pinch Xiao Lin lightly with his right hand, Xiao Lin wisely stepped to the side, and Wu Shuang glared at him fiercely as if Xiao Lin were a rabbit, moving just as he was about to act.
"Hurry up, don’t keep Director Lin waiting!" Xiao Lin pretended not to notice Wu Shuang’s small actions and urged.
At this point, Wu Shuang recalled that Director Lin had asked him to come down and pick up Xiao Lin. He still didn’t know why Director Lin arranged for him to do so and had no choice but to lead the way angrily.
In fact, Xiao Lin could have gone to Director Lin’s office by himself, but in Director Lin’s mind, having Xiao Lin not be received personally might be too high-profile, but if no one was sent to meet him, that would be a matter of attitude.
Director Lin had been waiting for Xiao Lin in his office early on; he was a big shot and even had tea ready. Director Lin’s office was quite luxurious, with a small suite next to it. After Wu Shuang brought Xiao Lin to the office, Director Lin immediately led Xiao Lin into the suite. Wu Shuang thought there was nothing for him to do and was about to leave when Director Lin said directly, "Wu Shuang, you come in too!"
Wu Shuang’s heart skipped a beat, suddenly remembering the case Director Lin had handed over to him. Could the hit-and-run case also involve Xiao Lin? Is he that troublesome?
Faced with Director Lin, Wu Shuang obviously could not refuse. Not to mention that Director Lin was his superior, but in the past few days, every case had been entrusted to him. Just this trust alone was enough for Wu Shuang to be grateful to Lin Zhifang. Having been sidelined for a few years, it’s rare to encounter such a good boss right away.
Moreover, Wu Shuang actually wanted to stay and keep an eye on Xiao Lin. This guy was too sly and he still needed to settle scores with him later.
Xiao Lin didn’t mind and followed Director Lin into the small suite. It almost felt homey, except there was no kitchen. The living room and bedroom were quite elegantly decorated.
"Director Lin sure knows how to enjoy life!" Xiao Lin said sincerely.
But in Lin Zhifang’s ears, it sounded different; he quickly explained, "A policeman’s working hours aren’t fixed. Sometimes they don’t sleep for days while handling a case, so it’s normal to catch a nap here!"
Xiao Lin wasn’t here to pick a fight, smiled, and took out the disc entrusted to him by Night Eagle, saying, "This is the data on that case. I think we can arrest them tomorrow night!"
"Which case?" Seeing Xiao Lin take out the disc, Wu Shuang couldn’t care less about rank. She was just that straightforward type.
Director Lin paid it no mind, knowing Xiao Lin was incredibly easygoing and gave no hints whatsoever to Wu Shuang, casually saying, "Wu Shuang, it’s the case I just handed to you. You’re in full charge; follow Mr. Xiao’s directions in every action!"
"Following his directions again?" Wu Shuang stared dumbfounded at Xiao Lin. Of course, this thought wouldn’t be spoken aloud directly, just nodding while internally griping about Xiao Lin: Do you think the police station is your family business? Why do you keep giving me trouble!
"Wasn’t that case already concluded? If Director Lin hadn’t ordered me to greet Mr. Xiao, I was planning to make arrests this afternoon!" Wu Shuang said quite casually.
Both Lin Zhifang and Xiao Lin couldn’t help but be startled by this; arrest someone this afternoon? Did she even look at who she was supposed to arrest?
"Did you review the files? Do you know who you’re supposed to arrest?" Lin Zhifang couldn’t help but ask, aware that Wu Shuang had a certain background. Transferred directly from the traffic police to the SWAT team, watched over by an old leader. But even that retired leader wouldn’t have the audacity to arrest Qu Haobo.
This was exactly what Xiao Lin wanted to ask. Is this girl clueless? To arrest Qu Haobo, all the evidence needs to be gathered before proceeding.
"I haven’t, but didn’t Director Lin say the evidence was conclusive? We can arrest this afternoon, so why wait until tomorrow night?"
"Because tomorrow is the perfect time to make an arrest!" Xiao Lin smiled as he spoke to Wu Shuang. This female cop can be quite adorable at times.
"Then you can coordinate with Wu Shuang on this matter!" Lin Zhifang said to Xiao Lin.
"Alright, no problem!" Xiao Lin nodded, then said to Wu Shuang, "See you tomorrow night at the Xia Family’s villa!"
Now, it was Lin Zhifang’s turn to be surprised. He knew Xiao Lin was determined to deal with Qu Haobo, but he didn’t expect action would be taken tomorrow night. Lin Zhifang had also received an invitation from the Xia Family. Though the Xia Family wasn’t as prestigious as the other four great families in Yanjing, they were still quite reputable. Even though Lin Zhifang’s rank was slightly lower, with the favorable current outlook, he was surely going to rise in the next term, so naturally, he also received a Xia Family invitation.
"What’s wrong, is there a problem?" Xiao Lin looked at Lin Zhifang.
Lin Zhifang hesitated for a moment and said, "Tomorrow is Elder Xia’s 80th birthday. It might not be appropriate, right?"
"There’s no such thing as appropriate or not appropriate, I think it’s very fitting!" Xiao Lin’s decision was not one to be easily overturned.
Although Wu Shuang could be impulsive and sometimes a bit violent, it didn’t mean she was stupid or lacked emotional intelligence. She wasn’t sure who this Elder Xia was, but judging from the tone of Lin Zhifang and Xiao Lin, it seemed he was quite influential. To cause such a disturbance during someone’s 80th birthday seemed inappropriate, right?
"How about waiting until Elder Xia’s 80th birthday is over before acting?" Wu Shuang cautiously suggested.
"Tomorrow is a great opportunity!" Xiao Lin remained steadfast.
Lin Zhifang couldn’t oppose it either. One could imagine the immense pressure tomorrow would bring. Even with Hua Muyun’s support from above, he wouldn’t be present. If Hua Muyun could be there, it would greatly reduce his own pressure.
Having decided to stick with Xiao Lin, he naturally had to see it through to the end.
Lin Zhifang didn’t oppose, so Wu Shuang had nothing left to say.
"So, how many people do we need to bring?" Wu Shuang asked, feeling a bit indignant. In that sort of setting, bringing too many people would be a disgrace, but too few might not even get them past the gate.
"How many do you think we should bring?" Xiao Lin asked playfully.
Taking advantage of Director Lin’s distraction, Wu Shuang glared fiercely at Xiao Lin, then turned her head away, choosing not to ask anymore.
Since everything was decided, Xiao Lin had no reason to stay. Director Lin intended to accompany Xiao Lin downstairs, but Xiao Lin politely declined at the door. Director Lin then asked Wu Shuang to escort Xiao Lin down.
Wu Shuang seized the opportunity and wouldn’t let Xiao Lin off easily. Once they reached a deserted area, she stopped, turned to Xiao Lin, and said indifferently, "Why do you keep saying I’m sick? If you don’t explain, I won’t let it go!"
Xiao Lin knew Wu Shuang had been fixing on this issue, but with their collaboration over the past few days, she had been very dedicated. Perhaps he’d need her help again in the future. Director Lin, due to his high rank, couldn’t always be called upon, right? Xiao Lin intended to help Wu Shuang get rid of any hidden dangers. Seeing her ask like this, he nodded and said, "Do you want to know?"
"Yes!" Wu Shuang stared at Xiao Lin with a hostile look. If she hadn’t known she wasn’t a match for this kid, she would have pummeled him into a pulp long ago, leaving no room for his arrogance. Unfortunately, though he was showing off, he had the credentials to back it up.
"Even if I tell you, you won’t believe me. There’s a martial arts room here, right? Didn’t you want to spar before? Now’s your chance and I’ll tell you your ailment too!" Xiao Lin said carelessly.
Now it was Wu Shuang’s turn to feel a bit uneasy. She had seen Xiao Lin’s skills. In a hurry, she said, "You’re just relying on your skill to bully a woman, what’s that about?" She had seen men bully women, but not with such bold audacity.
Xiao Lin had quite the thick skin. He had to, because Wu Shuang’s condition wouldn’t show up even on the most advanced equipment. If she hadn’t confronted him that day, he wouldn’t have discovered she had underlying issues. If he revealed it now, Wu Shuang definitely wouldn’t believe him. Only by making her feel the issue could he convince her.
"I’m bullying a woman, so what? If you’re not going, I’m leaving!" Xiao Lin said nonchalantly.
"Go, why wouldn’t I!" Wu Shuang said indignantly. Even knowing she wasn’t a match for Xiao Lin, she couldn’t swallow her pride. (To be continued. If you like this story, please visit Qidian () to vote for recommendations, monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)