lcionline Chapter 423 The Fox Borrows the Tiger's Power and Uses Its Background
Chapter 423 The Fox Borrows the Tiger's Power and Uses Its Background
"Bullshit! I'm a cop, I'm cracking down on organized crime and gangs. Are you in cahoots with me?"
Faced with Qi Tongwei's aggressive questioning, the police were a little nervous, after all, it was common for criminal police officers to conduct investigations in plainclothes.
The onlookers breathed a sigh of relief. The people were naturally in favor of the police cracking down on organized crime. Damn it, gangsters like Master Jiu should have been dealt with long ago.
But Ninth Master has powerful backers. He was beaten and lost face today, so he can't just let it go. So what if he's a policeman? He has connections and a powerful background.
"Officer, my brothers are still lying on the ground. Even the police can't bully ordinary people in broad daylight. If you cover this up, I'll report you to the central government."
"Damn, this is clearly a deliberate attempt to put pressure on everyone and put on a show," Qi Tongwei chuckled. "Officers, with so many people here, just grab any one of them and ask them and they'll know what kind of person this Ninth Master is. I advise you not to treat the common people like fools."
The lead policeman had drunk with Ninth Master before and knew his background. Now he had no choice but to bite the bullet and go for it. Whether Ninth Master was a gangster or not was not something a small policeman could decide.
"Impersonating a police officer is illegal and a crime. Show me your identification."
Qi Tongwei took out his identification and gestured to the police officer.
The lead policeman leaned closer for a look, and holy crap, he scared the hell out of me. Turns out he was a policeman from out of town. This is Kyoto, and he has no law enforcement authority here.
"Comrade from eastern Guangdong, we need to verify the authenticity of your documents. Please come with us immediately."
"Damn it, you're a cop from out of town, and you dare to come all the way to Kyoto and act all high and mighty?"
Ninth Master laughed heartily, realizing he had almost been scared himself. "Kid, you just wait, you'll get what's coming to you!"
No sooner had he finished speaking than, "Pfft!" Ninth Master spat out a mouthful of blood. His excessive excitement had aggravated the wound in his chest, and two policemen rushed over to help him up.
This farcical scene chilled the hearts of the onlookers, who had initially thought the young man had some powerful background, only to find out he was just a lowly policeman who was likely about to be dismissed.
"It's over, it's over, everyone's gone, what's there to see?"
The lead officer was adamant, holstering his gun and pulling out handcuffs. "Put your hands out. Even if you're a police officer, you have to cooperate with the investigation after injuring so many people."
Qi Tongwei ignored him, took out his mobile phone from his bag, and dialed Qing Zhonghua, the vice minister of the Ministry of Public Security. Damn it, if you don't have some backing, you dare to make a move in Beijing, aren't you just asking for death?
The call connected after three rings, and Qi Tongwei immediately adopted a fawning, obsequious demeanor, determined to learn the essence of Li Yunlong's phone calls with the brigade commander.
"Sorry to bother you, boss."
"Have you gotten into trouble again, kid?"
"Wow, the boss is a genius!" Qi Tongwei said with a forced smile. "Boss, it's really just a small matter. When I was browsing Panjiayuan, I found a bargain on an imperial green jadeite bracelet, which I estimate to be worth 300,000 yuan."
"Unexpectedly, I was forced into a sale by a local thug called Ninth Master. He refused to pay a single penny and even threatened to break my arms and legs."
"Sir, the security situation in Kyoto is a bit worrying. How about you transfer me here? I'll help the people clean up the mess."
This kid is clearly putting him in a difficult position, slapping him in the face. If someone else had said that, Qing Zhonghua would have sent him to a remote mountain police station to toughen him up.
"I'll send someone to investigate the situation you described immediately. Don't forget your mission, kid."
Before Qi Tongwei could answer, Qing Zhonghua angrily hung up the phone. This kid is capable, but having him as a leader would easily give him a heart attack.
"Sir, rest assured, I will cooperate with the police officers on site to investigate the matter thoroughly and restore a clear sky for the people."
The onlookers were a little confused. Did this kid really know a high-ranking official in Kyoto? He spoke very convincingly on the phone, but they couldn't rule out that he was just bragging.
The two policemen quickly released Ninth Master. If what this kid said was true, and if the higher-ups really investigated, it wouldn't be a problem to label Ninth Master as a gangster or thug.
The lead police officer was now in a bit of a predicament. It was unrealistic to say that this kid dared to beat someone up in Kyoto without any connections.
Ninth Master, feeling guilty, lost his balance and fell to the ground. Could it be that he had really encountered someone he couldn't afford to offend? But judging from this kid's behavior, he didn't seem like a son of a powerful family at all; he was clearly just like him, a thug and gangster.
Qin Ge was very curious about who Qi Tongwei had called. She was certain it wasn't her father, but then who could it be? Was he just using her father's influence to make a show of calling? The only certainty was that this kid was determined not to suffer any loss.
Qi Tongwei put the mobile phone into his bag, exuding a powerful aura that was quite intimidating.
"Officers, let's go. We'll send someone down to investigate this matter immediately. Please take care of yourselves."
The police officers looked at each other in bewilderment. Rank had a way of crushing them; if they got caught up in the power struggles of big shots, they, the lowly policemen, would be nothing more than cannon fodder.
The lead police officer could only believe Qi Tongwei for the time being. If the kid was lying, he would make sure he knew what he was made of and that the police were not to be trifled with. He knew he wouldn't be able to see the sun tomorrow.
"Take them all back."
Ninth Master felt a chill in his heart. It seemed the police believed the kid's words. He had to find connections to save himself now, otherwise he would be labeled a gangster and executed.
"Officer, I have a broken rib. Please take me to the hospital first."
"Call an ambulance immediately."
The lead police officer certainly knew what Ninth Master wanted to do. Now it was time to see who had the most powerful connections. If someone had a powerful enough connection, they could easily make a big deal out of a small one and a small deal out of a big one. In that case, Qi Tongwei would be in deep trouble.
Qi Tongwei knew what they wanted to do, but the suspect also had human rights. It was perfectly normal for him to be injured and sent to the hospital for a checkup, but he still had to remind him.
"Officer, this Ninth Master was specifically requested by our superiors. I hope we won't have a major incident where a criminal escapes right under the noses of the police."
These words were clearly a veiled accusation that the police were in cahoots with Ninth Master. The lead officer, his face contorted with rage, looked as if he wanted to tear Qi Tongwei to pieces. "Police investigations are conducted without outside interference. Take them all away."
The police and Ninth Master were both in the same boat, a sight the onlookers had never seen before. As a result, the enthusiastic Chaoyang residents and the elderly people of Beijing would soon spread this juicy gossip throughout the streets and alleys.
Qi Tongwei waved to the onlookers with a smile, "We welcome the public to report Ninth Master's crimes to the police station. The police will handle these cases impartially and give all the victims justice."
Immediately, enthusiastic applause erupted around them. The onlookers could no longer contain their excitement. This exhilarating moment, whether real or not, was so thrilling and exhilarating to hear. It was, in fact, the people's great yearning for fairness and justice.