Super Soldier in the City
Chapter 1323 - 1373: Who Exactly Should We Catch?

Chapter 1323: Chapter 1373: Who Exactly Should We Catch?

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Seeing Wang Shoucheng kneel down, the riot police suddenly felt a sense of satisfaction, with many of them feeling immense relief.

This Wang Shoucheng, as the Deputy Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Committee, was responsible for supervising the Public Security Department. Though the Public Security System was under the committee’s oversight, it wasn’t directly managed by it. However, Wang Shoucheng was arrogant and domineering, treating these police officers as his personal enforcers, barking commands without regard for their dignity. Many harbored deep resentment towards him, yet they dared not provoke him.

Captain Qin felt similarly. He was usually an upright officer but powerless against Wang Shoucheng. Though he knew Xu Shanshan pointing the gun at Wang Shoucheng was inappropriate, he couldn’t help but feel a sense of satisfaction. He also found himself inexplicably admiring Xu Shanshan, the beautiful young girl.

Just then, Captain Qin’s phone rang. As soon as he answered and heard the voice on the other end, his expression changed. He quickly walked to the side, though everyone’s focus remained on Xu Shanshan and Wang Shoucheng rather than him.

"Shanshan, don’t act impulsively. Killing someone is against the law," Xu Shanshan’s mother cried out in panic, rushing forward to intervene, fearing Xu Shanshan might fire a shot that would hit Wang Shoucheng in the head. That would cause huge trouble, regardless of how much Wang Shoucheng deserved death. But it mattered who pulled the trigger.

Xu Zhenguo snapped out of his shock and hurriedly said, "Shanshan, put the gun down now."

Their pleas instantly emboldened Wang Shoucheng. He sneered and said, "Xu Zhenguo, you’ve truly raised a fine daughter."

Xu Zhenguo’s lips twitched but ignored Wang Shoucheng. Instead, he turned to Xu Shanshan and said, "Shanshan, let the country’s laws deal with him. We can’t take justice into our own hands."

Xu Shanshan gave Wang Shoucheng a cold glance and then turned to her parents, saying, "Dad, Mom, don’t worry. I’m not that foolish. This man’s life isn’t worth much. Why would I trade mine for his?"

Wang Shoucheng’s confidence grew further. He immediately said, "Well, since that’s the case, let’s put this matter behind us. I’m injured as it is. In the future, I won’t cause any trouble for you, and you don’t trouble me either."

Xu Zhenguo nodded and said, "Fine, you can leave now. Shanshan, hand the gun to the police."

Xu Shanshan handed the gun over to Liu Yushan, who quickly took it. But as he was about to support Wang Shoucheng, Wang suddenly seized the gun himself. He aimed it directly at Xu Shanshan, his face twisted with fury. "You wretched woman, how dare you point a gun at my head and even shoot my leg?"

Xu Zhenguo was startled and shouted, "Didn’t you say we were putting this behind us?"

"In your dreams! If I don’t destroy all of you, I’m not Wang Shoucheng! Wretched woman, I’ll kill you right now!" With those words, he decisively pulled the trigger.

Everyone could see Wang Shoucheng truly intended to fire. Screams erupted, but contrary to expectations, no gunfire sounded. Then they noticed Li Yifei standing beside Wang Shoucheng, with a chopstick wedged under the trigger. Despite Wang’s furious attempts to pull the trigger, it wouldn’t fire.

"Damn it!" Wang Shoucheng growled, trying to yank the chopstick away. But Li Yifei immediately grabbed his wrist, exerting force until a cracking sound echoed—it was the sound of bones breaking.

Wang Shoucheng bellowed in pain, dropping the gun, as Li Yifei twisted his wrist further, forcing him to kneel once again under the pressure.

Li Yifei said coldly, "I’ve always told people: I hate it the most when someone points a gun at my woman. Today you pointed it at my sister-in-law, and even that crossed the line for me." His eyes gleamed with murderous intent, as Wang Shoucheng’s arrogance ignited his impulse to kill.

"Darling, don’t!" Xu Yingying hurriedly approached and whispered, "We’re getting married tomorrow."

The murderous glint in Li Yifei’s eyes faded slightly. He said, "Consider yourself lucky today. If not for my wedding tomorrow, I would’ve killed you today."

Wang Shoucheng’s expression twitched. What kind of people had he run into today? How was it that everyone here threatened to beat or kill him without hesitation? They seemed like ruthless killers who couldn’t be trifled with.

"Get lost!" Li Yifei kicked him, sending him tumbling.

Wang Xiaodong and Liu Yushan rushed to support Wang Shoucheng. They were both dumbfounded by what had transpired. Wang Shoucheng had always been the city’s untouchable figure, akin to a monarch. Yet today, he not only got shot but had his hand broken. The most shocking thing, however, was Li Yifei’s utter disdain for him, exuding an air of unshakable confidence. The two hesitated to retaliate, instead opting to leave, supporting Wang Shoucheng as they tried to make a quiet retreat.

Just then, Captain Qin strode to the scene, his expression incomparably stern, and shouted, "Nobody leaves!"

Wang Shoucheng grimaced in pain but gained a momentary boost of confidence upon seeing Captain Qin approach. His current position was at the hallway entrance, safely behind the riot police. He was now fully secure.

He roared at Captain Qin, "Captain Qin, well done! I want you to arrest all of them now. If anyone resists—shoot them dead! Do you hear me?" His eyes glistened with spite as he surveyed the room full of people.

Everyone quickly realized Wang Shoucheng’s strategic position gave him the advantage, while those inside the hall were at a distinct disadvantage.

Yet Li Yifei merely smiled lightly at Captain Qin and said with a faint grin, "Captain Qin, I’ll have to trouble you."

Captain Qin froze, as did everyone else, failing to comprehend Li Yifei’s cryptic words.

Li Yifei added, "Tomorrow is my wedding, so I’m afraid I don’t have time to cooperate with you today. After my wedding ceremony tomorrow, I’ll be available to provide a full account for your investigation."

Wang Shoucheng laughed coldly, "What a dreamer. I can guarantee—you’ll never even get married in this lifetime."

Wang Xiaodong chimed in with vulgarity, "You want to get married, huh? How about a ghost marriage? You know what, I could replace you at the altar while you rot away. Haha, I’ll sleep with your bride, huh—ouch!" Wang Xiaodong’s laughter turned into a sharp cry as he clutched his mouth, uncovering four broken front teeth and a bloodied coin in his hand.

Angrily, Wang Shoucheng shouted, "Captain Qin, arrest them now! You can see they’re still harming people even at this moment!"

But Captain Qin ignored him, turning instead to Li Yifei and nodding. "Alright, then after tomorrow, let’s set a time for you and the others to come in for questioning. It won’t take long; we won’t delay your lives."

Li Yifei nodded and replied, "Deal."

Wang Shoucheng roared in fury, "Qin Liqun, are you insane? I told you to arrest them now, not talk about tomorrow or the day after!"

Captain Qin turned back to Wang Shoucheng, his face darkening instantly. "Arrest Wang Shoucheng!" he ordered sharply.

The riot police were stunned, momentarily frozen in place and unsure of what to do.

Wang Shoucheng became even angrier. "Qin Liqun, are you out of your mind! I told you to arrest them!"

Captain Qin sneered coldly, "I just received a call from the Provincial Public Security Bureau. You’ve already been placed under investigation, linked to numerous major crimes. If you have anything to say, you can tell it to the court or the investigation team. My job is only to apprehend you."

"What?" Wang Shoucheng’s eyes widened in shock.

"What are you waiting for? Arrest him!" Captain Qin barked again.

A few special forces officers hesitated but eventually stepped toward Wang Shoucheng, albeit slowly and tentatively.

"Don’t you dare!" Wang Shoucheng shouted furiously, his glare fierce.

"Wang Shoucheng, you’re already a suspect. With everything you’ve done, you’ll never get the chance to give us orders again. Cuff him!" Captain Qin commanded as he strode forward, grabbing handcuffs from a nearby officer.

When the riot police saw Captain Qin take action personally, their fear of Wang Shoucheng vanished instantly. They swarmed him, cuffing him within moments.

"Qin Liqun, damn you! How dare you cuff me? I’ll ruin you later!" Wang Shoucheng snarled.

"Save your threats for when you have the ability," Captain Qin sneered. The call from higher-ups had made everything crystal-clear: this wasn’t a token investigation but a serious takedown of Wang Shoucheng. He had nothing to fear now.

Wang Xiaodong, still in shock, bellowed, "Let go of my uncle!"

"Take him too. Wang Xiaodong is involved in illegal gang activities. Arrest him as well."

Wang Xiaodong was quickly cuffed, his bluster turning into panic. "Uncle! What do I do? I’m getting married tomorrow!"

The fact that he was still hung up on his upcoming wedding was laughable. If he hadn’t tried to take over the hall for his ceremony, none of this would have escalated. At the very least, Wang Shoucheng wouldn’t have lost so catastrophically.

"Old Xu, thank you!" Captain Qin suddenly approached Xu Zhenguo, offering a solemn salute.

Surprised, Xu Zhenguo stammered, "Captain Qin, what are you doing?"

Captain Qin, emotional, responded, "If it weren’t for you, who knows how much longer Wang Shoucheng would’ve run amok in our city. Now that this cancer is finally dealt with, I owe you my gratitude. Tomorrow, I’ll be coming to your wedding banquet. You wouldn’t turn me away, would you?"

"You’re welcome! You’re welcome!" Xu Zhenguo quickly smiled and agreed.