Chapter 1377 - 1371: Risking Himself
Jiangbei City Grand Hotel.
At this moment, a cooperation meeting is being held inside the hotel between Sichuan University Group and Tianxin Research Institute, with many high-ranking officials from both sides present for face-to-face talks.
"How's the situation outside?" Lin Chuan saw Zhao Zhonghai approaching, smiled, and left a Tianxin Research Institute executive he had been conversing with enthusiastically to greet him.
Zhao Zhonghai's expression had been very serious tonight; ever since knowing Lin Chuan planned to risk himself, he had been like this. In his view, he'd rather fail to catch those so-called assassins than use such a plan.
Zhao Zhonghai said, "Captain Song from the police just discovered two cars circling the east and west sides of the hotel building. They seem to be checking the place out, but they were very cautious and didn't get too close, so we can't grasp their patterns of activity yet."
Lin Chuan nodded and said, "That's okay. As long as they're willing to come out, we aren't afraid they won't fall for it."
Zhao Zhonghai said, "Brother Chuan, I'd say you better not risk yourself. Those guys are quite cunning and might come up with ways to harm you. How about I impersonate you instead?"
Lin Chuan laughed, patting his shoulder, "That's exactly why I have to go myself to see what tricks they have. Otherwise, if they realize it's a trap beforehand, they'll escape without hesitation, and it'll be hard for us to fool them again."
Zhao Zhonghai chuckled bitterly, "At least let me go with you. With the two of us teaming up, even if more assassins come, it will reassure Ms. Tang and the others."
Lin Chuan laughed, "Zhao Zhonghai, even if Ms. Tang and the others don't understand my capabilities, surely you do, right? Don't worry, I've faced these assassins head-on before. I understand their strength and definitely wouldn't risk my life foolishly."
Zhao Zhonghai also knew he couldn't persuade him, so he could only prepare to do his part. When they really did spot them, he would help Lin Chuan catch them as quickly as possible.
"Mr. Lin, the terms you've proposed this time are very satisfying. We've agreed on mutual technology sharing." A middle-aged man with graying hair approached Lin Chuan.
This was Hong Qingshu, the deputy director of Tianxin Research Institute.
Leading the delegation from Tianxin Research Institute to Jiangbei City to negotiate with Sichuan University Group, he was tasked with the negotiations due to Xinghu Group's cooperation with Sichuan University Group and his interest in several of Sichuan University Group's key technologies and designs.
But after discussing with Lin Chuan and the others, they discovered that Sichuan University Group's technology surpassed their imaginations! The depth of some of their developing technology rivaled that of top international mobile electronics companies.
They were unaware these technologies were exchanged with Chu Yunfeng and others from Sichuan University Group. After seeing the technology, Hong Qingshu immediately contacted the Fowan headquarters, solidifying Tianxin Research Institute's cooperation commitment with Sichuan University Group.
"Of course, collaborating with Tianxin Research Institute is also our hope and honor. We hope our cooperation will take our products to the next level." Hong Baishu's statement was no surprise to Lin Chuan.
This was not only because they absorbed a large number of technologies from Japanese enterprises for the event, but also due to the entire electronics industry's shift from the Fowan region to mainland!
Previously, Fowan had a highly developed electronics industry; otherwise, it wouldn't have produced top labs like Tianxin Research Institute, nor would it have spawned two international prestigious brands.
But after being suppressed by top companies like Wayne Group, coupled with China's rise, squeezing their market share in the low to mid-market, they quickly declined, leaving only one company, HHC, standing firmly in the market.
Therefore, Tianxin Research Institute had significantly reduced partnerships and funding and began collaborating with external companies out of necessity.
Both parties originally wanted to cooperate and were very satisfied with each other's capabilities. Plus, Gao Xiaoxiao's involvement quickly led to a unified cooperation agreement, pending specialized personnel to finalize the contract.
After another couple of drinks with them, it was time for Lin Chuan to carry out missions with Zhao Zhonghai. He let Tang Yumeng accompany them, bid farewell, went downstairs, and drove leisurely toward Sichuan University Group according to Zhao Zhonghai's described route.
"Brother Chuan, those two cars have appeared again and are heading toward your location," Zhao Zhonghai said.
"It seems like they're still monitoring the area around the hotel; otherwise, it wouldn't be such a coincidence," Lin Chuan reminded, "After I leave, you should check the best position of the surveillance parking exit. Let the police conduct a surprise search; there might be unexpected gains."
Zhao Zhonghai agreed and reminded Lin Chuan to be careful before hanging up the communicator.
The technology from Japan in electronic communications is exceptional; those assassins might detect anomalies or even eavesdrop on their conversations.
Sure enough, as Lin Chuan turned at the fourth traffic light, two cars suddenly appeared behind him, mimicking his tracking pattern from before. From the electronic board in Lin Chuan's car, eight red dots closed in from afar.
To deal with these assassins, Lin Chuan and the police had devised countless methods. They used this electronic version to allow Lin Chuan to understand the police positions, aiding his decisions in manipulating the enemy and ensuring his safety.
This time, Lin Chuan couldn't lure them into secluded areas with the same tactics; the opponents could be wary or even suspect a trap.
He's not in a hurry; it's already very late, and the roads hardly have any cars. Their driving skills would most likely force them to outrun Lin Chuan and make him stop, preventing any suspicions.
As expected, the car on the right suddenly overtook him with a "whoosh," abruptly cutting left and leaving Lin Chuan no time to react, effectively trapping him front and back!
Lin Chuan tried turning left and right, but the cars front and back seemed to have communication methods, coordinating with Lin Chuan's movements and preventing him from breaking free.
"Heh, they have some skills, huh?" With the setup fully in motion, Lin Chuan chuckled as he slowed down. Once the car stopped, he would let them understand who the real hunter was!
Upon seeing four vehicles bundle up around him, Lin Chuan nodded secretly.
The people dispatched domestically couldn't be too small in scale, lest they become limited by various conditions acting in an unfamiliar territory and fail to threaten Lin Chuan. But there couldn't be too many either since the domestic monitoring departments aren't fools and could potentially alarm their security personnel.
Therefore, the number of people deployed this time should be their entire personnel left. Although he wasn't sure if he could completely rid himself of their harassment by eliminating them, even if they wanted revenge, they couldn't quickly allocate people again. Additionally, this assassin organization must stay out of the public eye.
After their exposure this time, just adding some effort in border controls, they wouldn't be able to dispatch so many assassins to China again. This would greatly reduce the threat to Lin Chuan.
This time, it was very painstaking to lure all these people into their pre-set ambush! Although they captured everyone seeking action without an escape, the process was probably something these people wouldn't overlook.
When planning this time, they must have precautions for Lin Chuan luring them again.
Thinking of this, Lin Chuan accelerated without hesitation, boldly letting them know: I see you now! Awaken your abilities if you dare!
Assassins naturally have confidence; especially when facing a desperate mouse trying to escape.
Just as Lin Chuan suspected, the previous wave of assassins informed them of the general course of action before fleeing.
This time, avoiding Lin Chuan detecting their tracking, they bought numerous black market modified cars.
While their cars might not look as high-end as Lin Chuan's, they certainly made some adjustments to the power unit!
Lin Chuan quickly noticed something was amiss.
With hardly any traffic on the road now, giving his pedal maximum throttle, he couldn't shake them off!
"Well, they've genuinely invested this time." Though Lin Chuan hadn't bought a modified car from the black market, he knew the quality of what was behind him wouldn't come cheap.
He didn't know how much their boss offered for his life. The initial costs were already likely no less than three million!
Having such money, if you handed it to me, I might even let you beat me up to vent your anger, right? Lin Chuan's heart wept over the funds.
But the assassins behind were of utmost importance. Without an advantage in speed, Lin Chuan could only rely on the complex junction here to distance himself from them as much as possible.
Although it's exceedingly difficult, Lin Chuan persisted in heading to the ambush site they had prepared in advance.
"Screech!" At that moment, another car suddenly appeared in front of him.
Lin Chuan's vigilance rose; such a standalone vehicle couldn't possibly be a police setup, and if it was Zhao Zhonghai's group coming to help, Lin Chuan wouldn't have been unaware.
Moreover, the assassins behind confirmed Lin Chuan's suspicions. Seeing this suddenly emerging vehicle, they not only didn't slow down to observe its intent but pressured even more fiercely!
Lin Chuan was squeezed to the point he could barely control the steering wheel, cursing the bastards while internally deciding to change to a vehicle with stronger power after handling this matter! Ideally, he could get a tank, let's see who'd dare collide!
Now, his direction was completely blocked by them. Unless he wanted a head-on collision with the oncoming vehicle, it seemed he could only obediently stop!