287: Chapter 286: The Man Under the Starry Sky 287: Chapter 286: The Man Under the Starry Sky Moming Lake, situated at the northern suburbs where one enters LX County, covers an area of approximately two hundred acres.
It is also considered a relatively large lake.
In recent years, LX County has made remarkable progress in urban development.
They have done an excellent job in improving the city’s appearance and executing image-building projects, creating a semblance of a big city.
The surroundings of Moming Lake have been turned into green spaces.
With artificially planted grass and trees, some recreational facilities were created.
Unfortunately, the location is too remote, so no one comes here at night.
After having the car towed to a repair shop by that shady business, Tangyu and the other two arrived at the banks of Moming Lake.
Tangyu initially suggested finding a hotel, but Song Qingyu said it was not necessary, so they parked the car here.
Tangyu had not detoxified Liu Shanshan, so she continued to sleep soundly, which was just as well, letting her rest properly.
She should not be made aware of the recent events; otherwise, her psyche likely could not withstand it.
Tangyu and Song Qingyu found a patch of grass and sat down.
It was almost midnight by then.
Apart from the distant street lights, there were no other sources of light.
The night was very quiet, a quietness that made one feel lonely.
The starry sky was beautiful, a myriad of stars bringing back long-past memories.
Song Qingyu, gazing at the celestial bodies, seemed lost in her thoughts.
Tangyu could tell that she probably had not calmed down from the events they had just experienced.
“Tangyu, have you thought about how to handle this situation?” Song Qingyu suddenly asked, bringing her gaze back from the stars.
Tangyu massaged his temples, “I am still thinking about it.”
“Although LX County is just a county and its situation is nowhere near as complex as Donglin City, it is definitely not to be underestimated.
Within this territory, there is also a power structure.
As outsiders, if we disturb this balance, we will definitely suffer.
I have also been considering this matter and feel that all methods seem unsatisfactory.
If we fail to handle it well and alarm the other party, once they hide their people, we would be in real trouble,” Song Qingyu said with a slight frown.
A mischievous smile played on Tangyu’s lips as he looked up at the starry sky, “There is nothing that can keep silent about what I want to know, unless the lips are sealed in death.
No matter where they hide their people, I can make them speak willingly.”
Song Qingyu paused for a moment, then looked at Tangyu.
Having witnessed his methods earlier, she truly did not doubt his ability.
“If we really decide to do this, we must devise a fail-safe plan and make thorough arrangements.
We’ll approach the Cai couple, find Xiao Zhi and Xiao Yu, and then head straight back to Donglin City.
As long as we have someone in our hands, I believe they wouldn’t dare do anything to us.
At that point, I can boldly request support from the department,” Song Qingyu said, understanding Tangyu’s intentions.
Tangyu gave a faint smile, looking up at the starry sky.
“It seems you already have a plan in mind.
In extraordinary times, extraordinary measures are necessary.
Although I have never approved of such methods, I am not a police officer right now, so I’ll pretend I didn’t see anything,” said Song Qingyu.
Tangyu laughed and looked at Song Qingyu, surprised to find that she could also be endearing.
After a moment of silence, Tangyu suddenly stood up and walked to the lakeside.
Although the moonlight was not very bright, it reflected off the water, casting a few silver glimmers that enveloped Tangyu.
Seeing this backdrop, Song Qingyu felt as if something in her heart was touched.
“Team Leader Song, do you think my methods earlier were too cruel?
I believe that right now, you must have a completely new perspective on me.
You probably think that I’m not like the seemingly gentle Tangyu you knew before,” Tangyu said without turning back.
Song Qingyu was shocked for a moment before responding, “I suppose you could say that.”
“Hmph,” Tangyu shook his head and chuckled lightly, “To tell the truth, I dislike brute force, and even hate it to an extent.
I can’t claim to be a refined gentleman, but at the very least, I have a degree of chivalry, right?
There is something called conviction, something called perseverance, and these are all valuable traits.
Everyone has something within their heart known as ‘untouchable scales.’ It is a sacred thing, not to be violated by anyone.
As a man, no matter how powerful your opponent is, you must stand in front of women; otherwise, you are a coward.
A man who fails to protect women is not much of a man at all.
A true man can bleed and cry, willing to protect the women by his side with his own life.
I just did what any man would do, is there anything wrong with that?”
Song Qingyu opened her mouth but was at a loss for words; his logic was indisputably sound.
“Since you are out here with me, by my side, then I have the responsibility and the obligation to ensure that neither of you will be bullied by anyone.
If I cannot even accomplish this, then I do not deserve to be called Tangyu, nor do I merit being a disciple of Ghost Doctor.
Think about it, if it weren’t me by your side today, but someone else, what would have been your fate?
I dare say it would have been far worse than what those three suffered, much worse,” Tangyu’s aura suddenly became forceful and sharp, his words cutting like a knife.
Song Qingyu was stunned, and something within her resonated.
Recalling the words of those three men, she still felt the urge to kill them.
If things had really come to that, she certainly would have killed those four men and then taken her own life, refusing to live in humiliation.
She believed Liu Shanshan would have felt the same.
A woman’s most treasured possession is her chastity.
If that were violated and desecrated, it wouldn’t be much different from being killed, at least for Song Qingyu, who couldn’t tolerate it.
“The women by my side are my untouchable scales.
No matter who dares to trigger this, regardless of their status, I will make them pay the proper price, and suffer the punishment they deserve,” Tangyu raised his head to look at the stars, his voice sharp enough to pierce the heavens.
These words exploded in Song Qingyu’s mind like thunder.
Tangyu’s silhouette in her eyes suddenly seemed taller and more imposing.
She finally understood why there were so many beautiful women around him, and why they seemed to have developed a close relationship with him.
Tangyu indeed had a unique personal charm, an aura that women couldn’t help but be attracted to.
A man like him provided an absolute sense of security to women, and for many women, that was undoubtedly a heartstring-touching matter.
At this moment, a chord deep within Song Qingyu’s heart couldn’t help but flutter.
The man under the starry sky gave Song Qingyu a feeling that was so astonishing, she even felt as if she had already fallen in love with him at that moment.
It was a peculiar and delicate sensation, indescribable, just a very strong feeling.
“It’s no wonder he could stir up incident after incident in just half a month’s time in Donglin City.
I believe he will definitely become the most dazzling man under the stars; his path will go very far, his future is sure to be extraordinary.
Being his woman would indeed be a very fortunate thing.
It’s a pity—I don’t have such luck,” a thought emerged in Song Qingyu’s mind, and it was very strong.
The night was very quiet.
When a ray of sunlight pierced Song Qingyu’s eyes, her consciousness gradually returned.
Being a police officer, she was always on high alert.
Recovering her senses, she immediately opened her eyes and stood up, feeling something fall off her body.
Looking down, she realized it was a piece of clothing, and more specifically, it was Tangyu’s clothing.
Song Qingyu was slightly stunned, then she understood—last night, she had fallen asleep on the grass, and Tangyu had taken off his clothes to cover her.
No wonder she had slept so peacefully throughout the night.
Song Qingyu picked up the clothes and looked over, her eyes widening in surprise.
Not far away, Tangyu was practicing boxing with his upper body bare.
It wasn’t that Song Qingyu hadn’t seen Tangyu without a shirt before, but the thought of Tangyu wearing only one piece of clothing and still removing it to cover her made her pause.
That meant he was cold all night long with his arms bare?
Although fall wasn’t very cold, it was definitely a bit chilly at night.
In Song Qingyu’s heart, there was a slight pang, and she felt moved.
She wasn’t someone who was easily moved, but at this moment, she truly felt touched.
This man indeed had the power to enchant a girl, and even the thought flashed through Song Qingyu’s mind: if things continued like this, could she actually fall in love with him?
“Captain Song, you’re awake,” Tangyu said with a smile, looking her way and walking over.
“Mm,” Song Qingyu came back to her senses and nodded to Tangyu, her gaze involuntarily scanning his body.
He wasn’t particularly muscular, but he exuded a strong sense of solidity and safety.
“Hurry up and put on your clothes, don’t catch a cold,” Song Qingyu handed over the clothes, finding it difficult to say words of thanks.
“Hehe, it’s fine, it won’t freeze me,” Tangyu said with a smile, taking the clothes and quickly putting them on.
Even in front of a beautiful woman, Tangyu felt a bit uncomfortable with his body exposed.
“Thank you,” Song Qingyu bit her lip lightly and managed to squeeze out the two words.
Hearing Song Qingyu say thanks was definitively more delightful to Tangyu than winning the lottery: “Why be so formal, Captain Song?
This is something I, as a man, should do.
Otherwise, wouldn’t I lack even a hint of manliness?
Not just for you, I also have to consider my own dignity, right?”
“From now on, just call me Qingyu,” Song Qingyu said.
Tangyu was momentarily taken aback, then smiled.
He knew what this meant—it was obvious even to a fool.
This kind of treatment was definitely a first for Tangyu, and he was the only one.
A simple change of address might seem trivial, but it was enough to indicate a woman’s level of acceptance toward a man.
Tangyu knew that Song Qingyu had now fully accepted him, really considering him a good friend.
His relationship with Song Qingyu had clearly advanced by a significant step.
“I knew I should have played that killer move earlier,” Tangyu thought to himself.
“Hehe, I also think ‘Qingyu’ sounds better,” Tangyu replied with a smile.
Song Qingyu nodded and smiled back, their relationship becoming noticeably closer, with less of the former reservations.
“It’s dawn, time to act.
Let’s wake up Shanshan and find a place to grab some breakfast.
I guess the Cai couple won’t be going to work so early,” Tangyu said.
“I think we should visit the Chief of the Public Security Bureau first,” Song Qingyu suggested.
Tangyu looked at Song Qingyu and nodded: “Sure, having someone familiar introduce us will always make things more convenient, more credible, and help us resolve this matter faster.”
“Okay, let’s go,” Song Qingyu said, and they walked towards the car in unison, sharing an unspoken understanding.
The anesthesia drug was indeed potent; Liu Shanshan had yet to show any signs of waking up.