Beauty Chairwoman’s Bodyguard Expert

Chapter 343: Chapter 341: Turbulence

Bai Zhiqing’s encounter with an assassin on the pedestrian street was ultimately kept under tight wraps by the police, with not a hint of it leaking out. Even though there were many onlookers, nobody would believe such a story without official confirmation. At most, it would just become casual dinner conversation.

However, for Ye Futu, today was an excruciatingly long day. Bai Zhiqing faced repeated assassination attempts, a fact that underscored the police’s impotence, especially since it happened in a bustling downtown area. The pressure on him was immense.

In the office, Ye Futu had lost count of how many cigarettes he had smoked; the room was filled with swirling smoke, and the ashtray was brimming with cigarette butts.

Standing in front of him were Xue Bing and Zhao Shan, both looking serious and grave.

Looking at his two trusted subordinates, Ye Futu took another deep drag of his cigarette and slowly began, ”Did you say that both assassins targeting Bai Zhiqing are dead?”

”Yes.”

Zhao Shan nodded, taking the lead, ”By the time we found them, both assassins were dead. One of them seemed to have had his chest crushed by a fist, his heart pulverized by hand, and died cleanly—as there were no signs of struggle at the scene, it was likely a fatal blow. At the location where we found the female assassin’s body, there were similarly no signs of excessive struggle. However, it was clear that this female assassin had been brutally tortured before her death; her entire arm was almost skinned to the bone with some sharp instrument. Additionally, both assassins had dilated pupils at the time of their death, as if they had seen something horrifying. From this, we suspect that the person who killed these two assassins may have known them, instilling fear and respect in them.”

”Hmm.”

Ye Futu nodded and turned to Xue Bing, ”Xiao Bing, let’s hear what you’ve found.”

Xue Bing took a deep breath and said, ”Director, what Zhao Shan and I found out is very similar. However, I got a piece of information from Bai Zhiqing’s assistant, Lu Tianxing. Bai Zhiqing’s life has been put up with a bounty of one billion US dollars on the assassin website. I suspect her assistant Lu Tianxing definitely knows some insider details, but he’s not willing to talk, and I can’t get more information.”

At this point, Xue Bing couldn’t hide the anger on her face, considering Lu Tianxing a tough nut to crack, resistant to both soft and hard approaches.

”What did you say, one billion US dollars? Wasn’t it five hundred million dollars?”

Hearing this, Ye Futu’s complexion changed. He had learned not long ago that the reason Bai Zhiqing had been repeatedly targeted for assassination was the five hundred million dollars, which was already enough to stir many into action. This time, however, it was one billion US dollars, over sixty billion Huaxia Coin. This amount of money was unfathomably large and enough to drive countless people mad.

”It looks like things are really getting complicated.”

Ye Futu took a deep breath, hardly believing that in just a matter of days, the bounty on Bai Zhiqing had doubled. This matter had practically escalated beyond his control.

”Xiao Bing, cancel all your tasks for tonight. This is an invitation to a charity gala hosted by Huangfu Rose. If I’m not mistaken, Bai Zhiqing will definitely be there tonight. You go too and stay close to protect her. Remember, no matter what, ensure Bai Zhiqing’s safety at all costs.”

Saying that, Ye Futu took out an ornate invitation from a drawer and handed it to Xue Bing.

”Director, you can count on me. I will ensure Bai Zhiqing’s safety.”

Xue Bing didn’t decline but accepted the invitation instead.

Even though Rose was the leader of the Rose Society and a major figure in the Underworld, theoretically an adversary of the police, in Xue Bing’s heart, she couldn’t help but admire Rose’s tactics. In the eyes of the police, Rose was one among the top three bosses of Modu’s Underworld. However, to the general public, Rose was seen as a rare benefactor, a major philanthropist whose Rose Charity Foundation had performed countless good deeds and helped many people, earning substantial admiration.

This was also one of the reasons why the authorities, despite knowing that Rose had previously pressured them, dared not act rashly. Were they to move against Rose, they would have to withstand unimaginable external pressures. A misstep not only would result in failure to catch Rose but could also cost them their official positions.

The fear of public opinion is sometimes a dreadful thing indeed.

”Zhao Shan, I need you to work hard during this time. Investigate how many foreigners have entered Modu recently. You must be thorough and not let a single person slip through. Additionally, increase inspections in the outskirts or urban villages, and inspect all hotels to see if there are any suspicious individuals. Remember, without my order, no one is allowed to act independently. Do you understand?” Ye Futu took a deep breath and said in a deep voice.

”No problem, Chief, I’ll arrange it,” Zhao Shan assured, patting his chest.

”Alright, you two go down and get ready.”

Ye Futu rubbed his forehead, feeling a headache coming on. It hadn’t been long since a series of major events had occurred in Modu, leaving him completely frazzled. If it weren’t for a few old friends and some influence from his family, anyone else would have probably packed up and left long ago.

”Ding-a-ling...”

Just as Xue Bing and Zhao Shan had left the office, Ye Futu’s phone couldn’t wait to ring.

Picking up the phone and checking the caller ID, Ye Futu showed a wry smile on his face, and the accuser had called.

...

No. 66 Zi Yuan Villa.

After sending Bai Zhiqing back to her room to rest, Lu Tianxing went straight downstairs and sat on the sofa in the living room, his brows tightly furrowed, lost in thought.

Suddenly, Lu Tianxing’s phone rang. After glancing at the caller ID, he immediately answered the call.

”Fu Tu, how are things going?”

”Boss, two assassins are dead. I have found out that these two were from the third squad of the Night Wolf Mercenary Group, Black Wolf and Ice Woman,” said Fu Tu in a calm voice from the other end of the phone.

”Night Wolf Mercenary Group.”

Hearing this, Lu Tianxing’s expression turned icy in an instant, a chilling aura of menace emanating from him, ”Do you know where Night Wolf is now?”

”I don’t know. Night Wolf is very cautious. This time he brought three squads of people, and each squad communicates by phone and never meets face to face. I can’t find the other two squads’ locations, I only know where the third squad is,” Fu Tu sighed.

Fu Tu breathed a sigh. The Night Wolf Mercenary Corps’ caution in the underworld was well-known. This carefulness had allowed them to evade several destructive strikes and rise again, proving to be a formidable adversary.

”Since we know about one, let’s take them down. Do you want me to join you?”

”No need, boss, Fu Tu and I aren’t light bulbs; we won’t disturb your intimate world with sister-in-law. Sister-in-law has just been shocked, and now is a moment when her heart is empty and lonely. Boss, it’s time to show your manly charm, push hard and win her over. I’m waiting for the birth of my little nephew! Boss, go for it. Fu Tu and I support you spiritually and in action. It’s getting late, goodbye boss.”

Before Fu Tu could reply, the phone was abruptly hung up by Tie Niu with his distinctive loud voice.