Invincible Divine Doctor of the Beautiful Lady
Chapter 56 - 56 54 I'm Not Stupid

56: Chapter 54 I’m Not Stupid 56: Chapter 54 I’m Not Stupid To Tangyu’s surprise, Song Qingyu gave him a weird smile, looked at him, and said, “Okay, you take off first then.”

The remark immediately made Tangyu smile with interest, “In that case, Miss Song, I won’t be polite.

I’ll take off first as a gesture of respect.” Saying this, Tangyu reached towards Song Qingyu to strip off her clothes.

Song Qingyu, caught off guard by Tangyu’s bold move, glared and swiftly slapped away Tangyu’s encroaching hands as she sharply asked, “What are you doing?”

Feeling the lingering softness from Song Qingyu’s slap, Tangyu mused that even being hit by a beauty was a kind of bliss.

He withdrew his hands but without any hint of guilt, he smiled and said, “Miss Song, wasn’t it you who told me to take off first?

So I proceeded as you asked.”

“I told you to take off your own clothes, not mine,” Song Qingyu retorted.

Tangyu responded, “Did you specify it was supposed to be my own clothes?

I thought you were telling me to take yours off, haha.”

“Go away, stay wherever it’s cool,” Song Qingyu playfully chides.

Tangyu, looking somewhat disappointed, remarked, “Here I thought Miss Song you brought me to this deserted place for some peaceful alone time.”

Song Qingyu could obviously tell the hidden intention behind Tangyu’s words and gave him a coquettish glare, “Alright, let’s talk business.

I actually have something for which I need your help.”

“Oh, Miss Song, I heard you right, you need my help?

This is indeed flattering.

You’re not asking me to pretend to be your boyfriend, right?

Uh, don’t glare at me, except for this, I really can’t think of anything else you would need my help for,” Tangyu remarked.

Although they hadn’t known each other for long, and their interactions were even shorter, Tangyu could tell that Song Qingyu was a cool-yet-warm person and quite likable, which emboldened him to jest with her.

Being able to make larger jokes between a man and a woman indicated a good relationship, at least a friendship.

Tangyu was indeed willing to be friends with Song Qingyu.

Perhaps it was because he had once saved her or because of their mutual connection with Lin Feifei; either way, Song Qingyu obviously had no hard feelings towards him.

“Of course, you can help me.

It’s just whether you are willing to help,” stated Song Qingyu.

With a nonchalant smile, Tangyu looked at Song Qingyu and said, “It’s not a matter of willingness.

As long as you say the word and it is within my power, I will make every effort to help.”

“I told you, if you are willing to help, you definitely can,” Song Qingyu reiterated.

Tangyu chuckled, “Miss Song, the more you say it like that, the more uneasy I feel.

Better just lay it all out for me.

Let me see if I can help.

If it’s feasible, I will spare no effort.

But if it’s something I really can’t manage, then unfortunately I’ll have to apologize.

I can’t agree to something and then fail to deliver, ruining my reputation.

Honestly, I’d be more than happy to help you, Miss Song; such opportunities are sought after by many.”

Song Qingyu’s bright eyes surveyed Tangyu for a moment, “You seem quite experienced.

I like this kind of maturity in you.

If it were anyone else, they might have agreed without even thinking.

But it’s exactly because of this that I feel even more reassured to have you help with this.

Don’t worry, if you can pull it off, we won’t let you go unrewarded.”

“Heh, I’m thrilled,” Tangyu laughed.

Without beating around the bush, Song Qingyu directly said, “Tangyu, here’s the deal: recently I’ve been tracking a drug trafficking gang.

We’ve been on their trail for nearly half a year now and have gathered quite a bit of information.

However, this gang operates very cautiously, and in this half-year, despite our efforts from all fronts, we have made no substantial progress nor gathered any solid evidence.

On the contrary, we even lost an informant.

We’ve heard some intel that this gang is planning a major deal with the Golden Triangle soon, and this is our best chance to dismantle them.

If we can just pin down their transaction time and location, we can strike them all at once, eradicating this huge menace from Donglin City.”

Tangyu responded, “I’ll need to think about it.”

Song Qingyu was taken aback, having expected Tangyu to agree passionately, but he seemed disinclined.

“Tangyu, you’re not willing to help with this?” Song Qingyu asked.

Tangyu puckered his lips, looking at Song Qingyu, and said, “Miss Song, from my personal perspective, I really do want to help you.

I’m not a fool; I know that if I can help you with this, you would definitely be grateful, perhaps even take a liking to me.

But, Miss Song, you are asking me to go against a drug gang, hey, don’t tell me these people are as easy to deal with as Brother Piao’s gang, because if that were the case, you would have wiped them out hundreds of times over.

Such drug gangs, if I am not mistaken, are surely well-armed and kill without hesitation, right?

I’m just a common man, not a god.

Moreover, this matter belongs to the police department, not a personal issue of yours, Miss Song.

If it were something personal, maybe I would consider it.

It doesn’t make sense to ask me, a regular person, to take such risks.

I am no great hero; I’m just not foolish.

‘Each one for himself, so extreme that heaven and earth would annihilate those who don’t’ [idiomatic translation of ‘人不为己,天诛地灭’].

‘Reach to help the world when you can; when impoverished, ensure only that you can self-preserve’ [idiomatic translation of ‘达则兼济天下,穷则独善其身’].

I might help out when I see injustices, but to take such risk with no good outcome?

No, thank you.

So, Miss Song, I’m truly sorry.”

Song Qingyu was taken aback.

She knew that what Tangyu had said made a lot of sense.

Indeed, such a matter was very dangerous, and one could easily lose one’s life if not careful.

However, Song Qingyu was always serious about her work.

Once she committed to something, she would not easily change her mind, and her beliefs were clearly different from Tangyu’s.

As a police officer, her belief was to serve the people.

“Tangyu, it’s not as dangerous as you think,” Song Qingyu attempted to persuade him.

“Our people will cooperate with you fully.

Every time you act, we will have a large team outside to support you.

The moment you are in any danger, we will rush in to rescue you.”

Tangyu still shook his head, “Don’t talk to me about that.

Although I haven’t experienced it, I’ve seen enough on TV.

If it’s not really dangerous, why do you need me?

You could just send a police officer, wouldn’t that be better?”

Song Qingyu was at a loss for words again, her eyes shimmering.

She did want to go, but her appearance was too conspicuous, and many people knew her.

After thinking it over, Song Qingyu shook her head, “Alright, Tangyu, I admit there indeed is a certain level of danger.

It’s not that no one in our police station is brave enough to go, it’s just that our faces are too conspicuous.

This time, we need to send someone with an unfamiliar face.

Tangyu, although I have only met you a few times and haven’t known you for long, I know you are a man full of justice.

And with your skills, I believe you can handle any situation and hold on until we can come to rescue you.

Of course, I think you are very cautious and meticulous.

I’ve thought about this issue for a long time these past few days, and the more I think about it, the more I feel that you are the most suitable person for this job.

Although I know you disdain the reward for completing the task, I hope you can consider it for all the citizens of Donglin City.

It would really be a huge help, and I’d be very grateful.”

Tangyu pursed his lips and still shook his head, “Song beauty, I’m really sorry.

I just want a peaceful life.

I think my current life is very good, and I don’t want to get involved in such disputes.

I’d like to help you, but I feel there’s no need to take this risk.

I came to Donglin City to pursue my own dreams and do my own things.

I don’t want to meddle in other matters, just so long as no one provokes me.”

Song Qingyu became a bit anxious, “Tangyu, why are you like this?

I know you must have some confidence in handling this matter, probably only you can complete it smoothly.

Why won’t you help me with this?”

Tangyu laughed, “Song beauty, you flatter me too much.

To say I’m confident is an exaggeration.

Of course, I won’t deny I’m a bit self-assured, but this matter is too complicated.

Moreover, this isn’t your personal issue, Song beauty, saying I’m helping you is a bit far-fetched.

Song beauty, please spare me this.”

Song Qingyu’s expression dimmed, and she shook her head, sighing softly, “Alright, since you are unwilling, I won’t force you.

However, I really hope you would consider this matter, consider it as me asking you for a favor.”

“Hmm, I’ll think about it,” Tangyu responded noncommittally, it wasn’t Song Qingyu’s personal matter.

Getting casually involved in such matters would be foolish.

A drug trafficking gang that had been able to contend with the police for so long must be very powerful, and likely had entrenched themselves deeply in Donglin City, possibly having transactions with many local influences.

Dealing with such a gang would definitely affect many.

If he got involved to play hero, he might invite more trouble for himself later.

Such a matter, Tangyu naturally would not agree lightly.

Heroes are not so easily made.

Heroes without wisdom are but heroes who die quickly.

“I’ll drive you back to your company,” Song Qingyu offered.

Twenty minutes later, Song Qingyu dropped Tangyu off at his company, where he got out of the car and waved to Song Qingyu.

“Tangyu, about what I discussed with you earlier, I hope you really consider it,” Song Qingyu added again.

Seeing her somewhat pleading gaze, Tangyu felt a moment of soft-heartedness and an inexplicable urge to agree.

However, his reason told him not to, and he merely gave a tight-lipped smile, “I’ll consider it, goodbye Song beauty.”

After sending Song Qingyu away, Tangyu also shook his head, trying not to think about the upsetting matters.

As soon as Tangyu returned to his company, he obviously attracted everyone’s attention, with each glance filled with friendship.

The office was bustling; as soon as he entered, Tangyu heard many topics that were about him.

From the events of the previous evening, Tangyu had won his colleagues’ favor.

Coupled with the incident involving Li Jie that morning, it naturally made the others look at Tangyu with respect and affection.

Hearing these discussions, Tangyu was stunned; it seemed everyone knew about Li Jie’s business, probably because Li Jie had openly talked about it.

It appeared Li Jie was really open-minded; even such matters were not deliberately hidden or obscured, which was very honorable.

“Tangyu, you’re back.

Everything alright?” Li Jie was the first to come up.

Tangyu nodded and smiled at Li Jie, “Of course, everything’s fine.

It’s quite lively, isn’t it?”

“Heh, yes, everyone’s discussing you.

It’s good to have it lively,” Li Jie laughed, showing a more relaxed approach than before towards his colleagues.

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