Official Career Storm
Chapter 524

Chapter 524: Chapter 524

Yao Jinsheng was very nervous.

Last night, he had received a call from Director Qin, informing him that the operation would take place at noon today.

He first went to see Lu Xiaotian at midnight to tell him the time of the operation, warning him not to screw up.

Then he went home to sleep but hardly slept all night.

He was very nervous.

Success or failure hinged on this single action!

Whether he would be caught or forcefully extend his life as a hero depended on today!

At ten in the morning, at Lingjiang City Public Security Bureau, Wu Qiangwei arrived at the scene.

She was in charge of commanding from the rear today, and Director Jia was responsible.

Besides him, Jin Rong had also come.

In addition, Zhou Qian had also arrived.

The city intended to use this operation as a positive example in their propaganda, so naturally, someone had to document the entire arrest process.

Since the last anti-corruption documentary was submitted, Zhou Qian had gained some fame in the province.

That reporter from the Ministry of Propaganda had even specifically spoken with Zhou Qian, greatly encouraging her.

At eleven o’clock, a series of unmarked cars arrived at Dujiang City Public Security Bureau.

Wu Qiangwei entered the conference room, followed by others.

Director Jia began to arrange the details of the operation.

Song Guanchao observed Yao Jinsheng on the side; the guy was in a terrible mental state, with dark circles under his eyes, clearly having not slept last night.

After deploying the operations, Director Jia said, "Director Qin, contact Jiang Renyuan, it’s time to transfer the money."

"Okay." Director Qin made a phone call: "Mr. Jiang, transfer the money."

Five minutes later, Jiang Renyuan called back, the money had been transferred.

Meanwhile, having rushed to the factory, Lu Xiaotian received a call from the company’s finance department.

"Young Master Tian, a sum of money has just been credited to the account," the finance’s voice sounded surprised.

Lu Xiaotian asked, "How much?"

"Three hundred million."

"Who transferred it?"

"National Railway Bureau."

"I know, don’t touch the money, leave it be."

Lu Xiaotian knew that the higher-ups were about to make their move.

He looked at Biaozi next to him, wrapped in a bandage around his head, and couldn’t help but get angry: "You really are a big idiot!"

Biaozi also knew what stupid things he had done and dared not retort.

"Did you handle the thing I asked you to?"

"It’s all taken care of."

"Are you sure it’s all taken care of? We’re about to be shooting soon, don’t fucking miss and hit me!"

"Don’t worry, Young Master Tian, I’ve got this!"

"..." I fucking hope so.

Young Master Tian was also frustrated, as among his subordinates, only Biaozi was the one he could still somewhat trust.

At eleven-thirty.

Yao Jinsheng said, "Lu Xiaotian’s location has been confirmed; he is at the factory now."

Director Jia asked, "How many people?"

"Over thirty people."

"That’s quite a few." Director Jia hummed and said, "Let’s set off."

He stood up, about to leave, then said, "Director Yao, you hold down the fort here and wait for our call."

"Okay." Yao Jinsheng knew that this was providing him an opportunity to flee.

He was even more aware that someone was definitely watching him in secret; if he dared to flee, he would be immediately apprehended.

The group went downstairs and got into the cars.

At eleven fifty, they arrived at Songlin Road, outside the factory where Lu Xiaotian was.

The cars parked, Zhou Qian immediately ran over, the cameraman’s lens following her.

Director Jia got out of the car and through the walkie-talkie said, "Arrest them!"

Today’s arrest would face no surprises; it could be perfectly executed even if a dog were commanding.

Director Qin led the way at the frontline, and with a grand wave of his hand, he declared, "Follow me!"

Wu Qiangwei and Song Guanchao stood by the car, and Jin Rong came over, throwing a cigarette.

Song Guanchao shook his head. With Wu Qiangwei beside him, he didn’t feel it appropriate to smoke.

Jin Rong realized this as well, and with an awkward laugh, he watched as Director Qin led a group of police officers quickly approaching the factory. He said, "Now, it’s time to show the power of Lingjiang!"

"Bang!"

Director Qin kicked open the gate. Inside the courtyard, two or three dozen underlings squatted on the ground, some smoking, others chatting.

The sound of the door being kicked drew their attention.

A group of police officers filed in, wielding batons in their left hands and guns in their right.

A young beautiful woman followed by someone holding a camera.

Lu Xiaotian had only discussed today’s situation with Biaozi; the underlings were clueless.

Suddenly surrounded by police, they were all dumbfounded and dared not move.

Almost without any mishaps, the group of thugs were quickly handcuffed.

However, Lu Xiaotian was nowhere to be seen.

Just as Director Qin was preparing to lead his men inside to search for Lu Xiaotian, two figures emerged from inside the factory.

A young man in his twenties had Lu Xiaotian’s neck pinned under his arm, a handgun in his hand pressing forcefully against Lu Xiaotian’s temple.

This unexpected scene bewildered Director Qin.

What was going on?

Why was Lu Xiaotian being held hostage?

This is our police target!

The arresting officers, upon seeing this scene, were equally stunned, not understanding why it was suddenly happening.

"Director Qin, save me!" Lu Xiaotian yelled.

The man holding him hostage was very professional, growling fiercely, "Shut up, or I’ll kill you right now!"

As he spoke, he pressed his gun harder against the temple, appearing truly about to shoot any second.

Director Qin immediately raised his gun, aiming at the man, "Put the gun down!"

"Your mom!" The man cursed as he backed away and finally retreated into the office, slamming the door shut.

Lacking experience in handling such abrupt situations, Director Qin hesitated, unsure of the next step.

He grabbed the walkie-talkie, "Director Jia, we have a situation here!"

Song Guanchao also heard the voice coming from the walkie-talkie and wondered how a situation could have arisen.

Wu Qiangwei frowned as well.

"What’s the situation?"

"Lu Xiaotian has been taken hostage!"

"By whom?"

"I don’t know, the man has a gun!"

There’s a gun!

Director Jia’s brow furrowed, feeling the problem was thorny but not losing his composure.

To Song Guanchao, the situation seemed absurd.

What kind of plot twist is this?

Director Jia immediately rushed into the factory, with Wu Qiangwei also wanting to go in but was stopped by Song Guanchao, "There are guns inside, Secretary, you better stay out here."

"If everyone else is at the front line and they’re not afraid, why should I be?"

Wu Qiangwei brushed aside his hand and entered the factory, with Song Guanchao immediately following.

Jin Rong hesitated for a few seconds, then gritted his teeth and also followed them in.

Director Jia walked over and, after an explanation from Director Qin, understood the specifics.

He moved to the office’s window outside, his back against the wall, right beside the window.

"Those inside, release Lu Xiaotian immediately."

"Release your mom! Lu Xiaotian owes debts he hasn’t paid, I must kill him today!"

It turned out to be an enemy of Lu Xiaotian.

Such people in the underworld always have countless enemies.

But, the opponent having access to guns clearly wasn’t an ordinary person.

Lu Xiaotian truly had no brain, daring to cheat money even from such ruthless people capable of getting guns.

Director Jia asked, "If you kill him, you won’t get your money. If he’s alive, there’s still a chance for you to get your money."

Lu Xiaotian said, "Right, I can only pay you if I’m alive. Let me go, and I’ll instantly transfer the money from my company to you."

The man was silent for a few seconds, then said, "I can release you, but I must have someone else to replace you as a hostage!"

Seeing an opportunity for negotiation, Director Jia said, "I’ll be the hostage!"

The man cursed, "What are you? Qualified to be a hostage? Get Yao Jinsheng, that idiot over here to replace Lu Xiaotian!"

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