Chapter 285 - 293: Cannot Ignore
After a few rounds of drinks, Chen Qingdi put down his chopsticks. With a serious expression, he said to Captain Sima, "I’ve always held you in high regard. It’s truly an honor to be able to have dinner with you tonight."
Captain Sima offered a slight smile, responding very politely to the chairman’s praise.
He knew full well that the investigation team had recently requisitioned several luxury cars from Mingyue Group. Now, being wined and dined by them, he couldn’t help but feel a bit indebted.
After they exchanged some flattery, Chen Qingdi smiled and asked Captain Sima, "I was wondering if you might be able to do me a small favor?"
Captain Sima was in no position to refuse. "Of course, my friend," he said at once. "Your problems are my problems. We’re too close for you to be so formal."
Chen Qingdi said, "I want to use your investigation team’s resources to investigate the current Island Master of Medical God Island, Wu Tian. I suspect he’s sending people to assassinate me."
Captain Sima’s expression faltered upon hearing this. He looked at Chen Qingdi with confusion and asked, "Do you have any concrete evidence? If you do, it’s not a problem at all. If the investigation team wants to take someone down, sometimes we don’t even need a reason."
Chen Qingdi shook his head. "Not yet, but I have a strong gut feeling. I need your help."
Captain Sima fell silent for a moment before agreeing readily. He knew this wouldn’t be a difficult task for the investigation team, and it was also a good chance to repay the favor to Chen Qingdi.
"Alright, I’ll arrange for my men to start the investigation as soon as possible," Captain Sima said. "But you should also be careful and watch out for your own safety."
Chen Qingdi nodded in gratitude, and they went on to chat about other things. The clandestine dinner meeting ended quietly, heralding a new Chapter in the collaboration between the investigation team and Chen Qingdi.
In the days that followed, Captain Sima assigned the investigation to his capable subordinate, Yang.
Yang was a young detective with sharp observational skills and a cool head. He led a few investigators and began an in-depth investigation into Wu Tian.
After many days of overt and covert investigation, Yang and his team gradually uncovered some of Wu Tian’s secrets. On the surface, Wu Tian was a philanthropist, but he actually had countless ties to the Flying Tiger Gang.
He used Medical God Island’s reputation to attract many wealthy and famous people for medical treatment, but was actually using them for illicit dealings. Yang reported these findings to Captain Sima.
Five days later, Captain Sima, dressed in a dark uniform with a gun at his waist, walked into the Mingyue Group building with a steady gait.
He went straight to Chen Qingdi’s office, gently placed the file folder in his hand on Chen Qingdi’s desk, and then smiled faintly at him.
"Mr. Chen, here is the information you asked for." Captain Sima’s tone was confident and a little smug. "My people are quite efficient. I’ve got it all sorted out for you."
Chen Qingdi opened the folder. The first thing he saw was a familiar name—Wu Tian. His martial uncle.
However, Captain Sima’s next words planted a seed of doubt in his heart.
"Wu Tian is your martial uncle, but he has been colluding with the Flying Tiger Gang. The one who really wants you dead isn’t Wu Tian, but the leader of the Flying Tiger Gang, Zhao Feihu."
Captain Sima’s words were like a key, unlocking the door of doubt in Chen Qingdi’s mind. "Your martial uncle is a real piece of work. For just a few gold bars, he sold you out. It’s hard to know what to even say to that."
Chen Qingdi’s fingers gently slid across the file, each word like a knife stabbing into his heart. He closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and then looked at Captain Sima.
"Let’s put the matter of Medical God Island aside for now," Captain Sima asked. "The Flying Tiger Gang is a power entrenched on the Outer Island. Are you sure you want to go after them?"
Chen Qingdi nodded, his eyes resolute. "I, Chen Qingdi, swear I will not rest until the Flying Tiger Gang is eliminated." His voice was filled with determination and conviction.
A flicker of admiration crossed Captain Sima’s eyes. "In that case, I am willing to lend you a hand." His voice was filled with determination and conviction.
Their conversation echoed in the office. Outside the window, the hustle and bustle of the city seemed to have nothing to do with them. In that moment, their world consisted only of each other and the action they were about to undertake.
Chen Qingdi understood that not everyone in this world was worthy of trust. He had to face those who had betrayed him, those who wanted him dead.
At the same time, he also understood the responsibility and mission he now carried. He was no longer just Chen Qingdi, the man who only knew medicine. He was a young man who had to shoulder the great task of reviving Medical God Island.
"I need your help," Chen Qingdi said, looking at Captain Sima. "The Flying Tiger Gang is a power on the Outer Island. I know their strength and influence. But I will not back down."
Captain Sima nodded. "I understand your determination. I will do everything in my power to assist you. But you must remember, this will not be a simple operation. You need to be thoroughly prepared and have a solid plan."
The two began to discuss the details of the operation. The atmosphere in the office was tense yet orderly. Their conversation was filled with decisions and strategies, with every detail being repeatedly discussed and examined.
’I will succeed,’ Chen Qingdi said to himself silently. Then he turned to Captain Sima. "Let’s begin." His voice was filled with determination and conviction.
In Chen Qingdi’s office, Captain Sima sat before the desk, poured a cup of coffee, and smiled at Chen Qingdi.
"In any case, we can be considered good friends. So as long as Mr. Chen is determined to wipe out the Flying Tiger Gang, my investigation team will definitely lend its support," Captain Sima said.
’This Captain Sima really is an old fox,’ Chen Qingdi cursed inwardly, but on the surface, he remained all smiles.
"You’re too kind, Captain Sima. I can’t thank you enough. To be honest, I know you can’t send your men to help directly, but just providing a map of Flying Tiger Island, where the Flying Tiger Gang is located, is more than I could ask for," Chen Qingdi said.
"Not at all. As long as my people are the ones who destroy the Flying Tiger Gang, the credit will still go to you, Captain Sima. I will certainly do my best," Chen Qingdi continued.
"Then I must thank you in advance, Mr. Chen," Captain Sima said.
The two looked at each other and smiled. After exchanging a few more pleasantries, Captain Sima left the office.
After Captain Sima left, Chen Qingdi sat in his office, lost in thought. He knew he had to be careful with that old fox and not let himself be used.
But he also knew that if he wanted to eliminate the Flying Tiger Gang, he had to make use of the old fox’s power.
A few days later, Chen Qingdi dispatched his trusted assistant, Li Feng, to Flying Tiger Island. It was a reconnaissance mission.
