Chapter 79 Section 1 Clause 23 (9)

  Zheng Shiyuan's face turned red with rage, but Luo Mingwei walked up to him with a smile all over his face, as if nothing was wrong: "Haha, Brother Yan, Sister is also here. No other meaning. I just came to make some preparations. As the saying goes, 'a careful sailor can sail for ten thousand years'. In this dark and chaotic world, it's better to be clear about things."

  There were at least three people facing them. The car window was rolled down halfway. They stared nervously at the situation in front of them. Zheng Shiyuan's loud voice became clear: "Haha, Luo, you think you can swindle us with empty hands? With just these few people, you think you can rob us two? You're too naive."

  Four people stood facing each other under the car lights, their breath visible in the cold night air as they spoke. Luo Mingwei waved his hand: "Nothing's going on. We just need to know if your intentions are sincere or not."

  Zheng Shiyuan's eyes widened in anger, and he let out a loud "Hmph!" "You're also someone who mixes with the underworld, surnamed Luo! You don't follow the rules anymore! One hand gives money, one hand gives goods. Let me see the goods, and I'll naturally show you the money. In this dark and chaotic night, we two are strangers in a strange land. Are you really treating me like a fool?"

  The smell of gunpowder in the words gradually became heavier. The two men beside Luo Mingwei also puffed out their chests and glared, with their hands already reaching into their pockets. Zheng Shiyuan's hand had also been on the grip of his gun for some time now. They were all ready to fire at any moment.

  The people in the car were getting anxious. Zheng Shiyan had shown her the information before. Generally, counterfeit currency gangs wouldn't have standardized firearms. The most they could get their hands on would be long knives and homemade guns. And Zheng Shiyan's jacket was originally made of hard fiber material issued for external work, very thick, with a bulletproof vest inside. If things really got out of hand, the distance of a few steps would be enough to open fire. As soon as the gun went off, everyone on the other side would have to lie down.

  Tian Miao Miao is no longer nervous at this moment, but instead finds it a bit funny. He thinks to himself that this is exactly what "calling brother on the surface while plotting against him" looks like. However, Luo Mingwei doesn't seem to have any intention of really flipping out. As expected, it's just another test. At this time, he notices the smell of gunpowder is too strong and hastily mediates: "Don't misunderstand, don't misunderstand, Ying Jie brothers. We're just trying to take a look at the money. As long as we confirm you've brought money with you, everything can be discussed. If we really wanted to rob you, brother wouldn't have come with just this few people. There are already ambushes set up around us. Once you arrived, we would have taken action."

  "Haha, rules of the underworld. If you can't see the goods, don't think about seeing the money. You have to be tough. Try it." Zheng Shiyuan pulled out a gun from his waist and openly showed off his authority. The three people opposite him suddenly changed their expressions. They didn't expect this couple from Henan province to be so fierce, able to get their hands on guns. Luo Mingwei thought to himself, "These two are probably not just involved in counterfeit currency trading... they might have something to do with white goods (drugs), that would be bad..."

  Everyone had their own thoughts. The two sides were stuck there. Tian Miao's eyes rolled a few times, put the gun into his coat pocket, and used the muzzle to lift up the hem of his clothes like in Hong Kong movies. Then he got out of the car and shouted: "Master, since Mr. Wu doesn't believe we have money, you can ask him to come over alone."

  As soon as the words fell, Zheng Shiyin almost jumped in fright. This old lady really knows how to stir up trouble. However, it seems that this method also works. Now he's watching his two subordinates, and Tian Miao has a gun in her hand. One-on-one, I believe that guy won't dare to make any reckless moves. Just hope this old lady doesn't cause any more trouble. What if she gets controlled by Luo Mingwei? Today's fun will be ruined. Thinking of this, he stepped aside half a step and said to Luo Mingwei: "If you have the guts, go ahead. The other two don't move."

  He hesitated for a moment, but Luo Mingwei still went over. Maybe he thought a woman couldn't do anything to him. Unbeknownst to him, as soon as he opened the car door and got in, Tian Miao followed him into the car. Luo Mingwei's body stiffened, with something hard pressing against his waist. He turned around and glanced back, saying with a sour tone: "With your two families' abilities, why make things difficult for me?" Tian Miao smiled and said: "Boss Wu, I don't quite understand what you're saying. Aren't you here to count the money? Take a look, take a good look." Luo Mingwei opened the money box with some resignation, ran his hand over the surface of the bills, picked up two stacks at random, flipped through them, and then put them back in the box neatly. He closed the password-locked box and raised his hands to indicate that Tian Miao had checked it.

  The car will arrive soon. Luo Mingwei smiled and said, "Still the old customer is honest. But this time it's a bit troublesome. Tonight we encountered a surprise inspection. The goods were not delivered to Da Yuan. I'm afraid you two will have to stay for a few more days."

  Wait, wait, what's going on? Tian Miao Miao immediately blew her top. She was already worried that this case would drag on for too long and she wouldn't be able to go home. Now Luo Ming Wei had just happened to bump into the gun muzzle. Infuriated, Tian Miao Miao opened her mouth wide and shouted loudly: "What are you waiting for? I'm waiting for you to get lost! You guys are really something else! You're all just relying on your mouths to make a living. Look at how pathetic you look! Don't do business anymore, hurry up and go home to wash your hands. From now on, be virtuous, beautiful, hot, loving, and don't come out again to lose face. Tonight was our bad luck, let's just go home. After the New Year, we'll find someone else who's in charge. Get in the car, don't waste any more words with him."

  Zheng Shiyuan also understood and cooperated, with a flustered expression. He cursed as he walked over and pushed Luo Mingwei away. Before closing the door, he scolded: "That's it! Let's pretend we never knew each other. You're really something!" After finishing speaking, he slammed the door shut. Tian Miao didn't delay either, starting the car without hesitation and speeding away onto the highway.

  Just as they drove a distance, Luo Mingwei made a gesture and the Geely with an out-of-town license plate in the service area behind them lit up its headlights and chased after Tian Miao and the others. Luo Mingwei and his group got into the car and waited for a while before driving off in the opposite direction out of the service area.

  The highway has returned to silence. To the south, nothing is happening. There are only vehicles coming and going. Occasionally, a tow truck can be seen parked on the side of the road; to the north, there is also nothing happening. Every two or three kilometers, two tow trucks are parked, with no further incidents occurring. The only sound is from inside the cab of the tow truck, where two teams of special police officers listen to the voice in their earpieces saying "stand by". In their hearts, they curse: damn it, another night wasted.

  The temperature is getting lower and lower. Tian Miao Miao turned on the air conditioner in the car. The high beam headlights shone on the quiet highway, not seeing a single car for half a day. Maybe it was because the car was too quiet. She casually turned on the car radio and found a music station to listen to.

  Zheng Shiyuan raised his head from contemplation, glanced at Tian Miao, and said with displeasure: "The mission failed, you're delighted, finally able to return home for the New Year." Tian Miao gave him a white eye, saying: "What's wrong? Wanting to make achievements, wanting to go crazy, eager to get promoted and rich?" Seeing Zheng Shiyuan staring at him, he sneered and said: "No energy. You're really no energy. Hey, let's make a bet."

  Zheng Shiyan curiously asked her: "What are you betting on?"

  "Kempinski, I'll order for you." Tian Miao said with a sly face.

  "Hey, Tian Miao Miao, you're quite ruthless! Do you know how much salary I get per month? The direction of the Kempinski gate opening is not something we small police officers should know; forget it. Since it's a bet, what if you lose?"

  "Hmm... let me think about it. If I lose... " She said, her eyes rolling around in circles. With a sly smile, she said: "If this lady loses, I'll grant you one wish."

  Zheng Shiyan was so angry that she almost choked on her own saliva and quickly rolled down the window to spit it out. Tian Miao Miao muttered, "And you're a police officer too, without even a bit of public morality."

  "Alright, you have what it takes. What's the meaning of granting me a wish? How about this: aren't you hungry? Let's bet on a meal. If you lose, just treat me to any restaurant I choose."

  "Hey uncle, don't look down on people. If I lose, I'll treat you to roast duck at Wangjing's Quanjude."

  Zheng Shiyan couldn't help but be amused by Tian Miao's mischievous ways. After a moment of thought, he said: "I'll bet on it. You start."

  "I bet this deal isn't over yet."

  "Oh. Why say that." After finishing, Zheng Shiyan suddenly looked at the rearview mirror. Indeed, they had already walked out of thirty kilometers. In the rearview mirror, a light suddenly appeared and disappeared.

  "How long have they been following us?"

  "It's been a while. I said your captain is bragging, right? You don't look like a gold medal undercover agent at all. Your vigilance is so poor."

  "Hey, didn't you notice? I was testing you on purpose." Zheng Shiyan made Tian Miao feel a bit embarrassed, seeing her make a silly face, and then burst out laughing again.

  "Alright, you're more capable than me. Then what about Tian Miao Miao? What do you think they want to do by following us?"

  "Do you still need to ask? Want to rob me?"

  "You're just a pig brain. You know we have two guns and still dare to come rob us? Think again." After saying that, he lightly knocked on Tian Miao's forehead.

  "Hey, I'm warning you. We haven't settled that account yet. It's not about the money. What is it?" Tian Miao Miao glared at Zheng Shi Yan with a huff.

  Maybe because of a sudden turn in the case, Zheng Shiyuan's mood suddenly improved and he blurted out: "For love."

  "Speak human language." Crazy Tian Miao almost spat in his face...

  "...How can you be so stupid? This is to ensure that the money stays on our car, no midway swap. It seems that these counterfeiters are quite professional and cautious." Zheng Shiyan woke up Tian Miao Miao.

  "Ah, you're saying... it's all about calculation. They know we've brought money to buy. We're real buyers and they're really eager to sell. So, as I said, this deal isn't dead yet. So, I won. Kabinsky, Bingo."

  Zheng Shiyuan couldn't help but let out a bitter laugh. His superiors had really given him a tough assignment this time. But working with such a young and vibrant woman wasn't so bad after all.

  "Not bad. Can't see that you're quite capable. Next, I'll listen to your command, Comrade Tian Miao Miao. You say what we do next, and that's what we'll do."

  "Haha, okay then. Let's take it easy and go fishing. I think he'll contact us again soon."

  "So definite."

  "That's it. Now you have to listen to me. Little noodle man. See if there is food in the car or not. I'm hungry."

  Zheng Shiyuan: ...The man, you've been caught!