[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-bound-to-the-sign-in-system-i-took-off":3,"chapter-bound-to-the-sign-in-system-i-took-off-bound-to-the-sign-in-system-i-took-off-chapter-313":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Bound to the Sign-In System, I Took Off",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2336367,4567,"Chapter 313: The Mellon Family (3\u002F3)","bound-to-the-sign-in-system-i-took-off-chapter-313",313,"\u003Cp>Watching all the robbers being taken away and all the hostages rescued, Qin Yun turned and left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Kenyan police were utterly baffled; they had investigated for a long time without any leads, when suddenly a call from above informed them the case was solved and ordered them to wrap it up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When questioned, each hostage was equally confused, only sobbing uncontrollably—after days of pressure, they finally felt relieved and all vowed never to return to Kenya again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This left the Kenyan police deeply embarrassed and helpless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet at the same time, they breathed a sigh of relief—at least no one had died, no one needed to be held accountable, and they might even gain some credit; who else but that lion could have done it? Now it was clear: the other side had clearly given them face, quietly resolving the matter themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next morning!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kenyan President Ruto met with Guo Feiyan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter how subtly Ruto probed, Guo Feiyan merely smiled and deflected, insisting the incident was pure coincidence and had nothing to do with them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though Ruto suspected otherwise, he had indeed received no intelligence about any foreign force entering the country.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though the matter was resolved, Ruto now felt a thorn in his heart—and even greater unease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If someone could silently resolve what Kenyan police could not, they could surely do many other things. Even close brothers must draw clear lines, let alone two nations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After bidding farewell to Ruto, Guo Feiyan checked the time and called home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hahaha, I told you Xiao Qin could handle it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The laughter on the other end was bright and hearty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guo Feiyan smiled: “I never expected Xiao Qin to resolve it in just two days—it’s utterly unexpected.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The young man has ability. Special matters require special handling. We’ll need to seriously consider what reward to give him.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guo Feiyan nodded: “Xiao Qin said he doesn’t want to be seen—he wants to handle it quietly.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Same last time. Let him have his way,” came the hearty laugh on the other end. “If we make a big show of it given his status, it would only harm him.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After chatting a while, the voice on the other end finally asked: “How’s the investigation going?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guo Feiyan’s smile vanished. She spoke solemnly: “It’s still that old eagle pulling strings behind the scenes—we’ve traced the shadow of the Mellon family.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Mellon family!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The voice on the other end murmured: “That old eagle’s Beihoude  Old Money family is extending its hands further than ever.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Mellon surname was a household name in America—a Laopai  financial dynasty controlling banking, energy, aluminum, defense, media, and more, a true titan. Most importantly, this family was deeply entwined with the U.S. military and political establishment—it wasn’t even truly a business family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guo Feiyan waited silently, saying nothing more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a moment, the voice said: “I understand. Go and personally comfort these kidnapped hostages.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hanging up, Guo Feiyan got into her car and left the embassy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>……\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Yun, who hadn’t slept all night, remained fully alert.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Resolving the hostage situation required almost no effort from him. The greatest difficulty was merely locating them—he used a lottery system, monetary incentives, and a program to obtain the coordinates; after that, everything else was simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The outcome looked dramatic, but the process had no drama at all—the hardest part was solved upfront, so resolving the hostage case was inevitable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After breakfast, Qin Yun prepared to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To return to Hangzhou from Kenya, he first had to reach the capital, Nairobi, and depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as his Corolla drove down the road, he spotted two black Chevrolets ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The driver in the first car—Oku—was deeply uneasy. He had seen the morning news reporting the bus hijacking solved and all kidnappers captured, and immediately knew trouble was coming. He promptly decided to leave without delay, fearing Farah might implicate him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had only just learned the bus hijacking was carried out by Farah and his men—and now it was clear: the mastermind behind this entire affair was undoubtedly his own boss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he himself got arrested, it didn’t matter—but if Third Miss also ended up in prison, it would be catastrophic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the back seat, Scarlett’s face was dark with displeasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mr. Oku, can you give me a real reason?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oku sighed bitterly: “Third Miss, I’ve already said it—I received confidential intelligence that Kenya will face unrest, so we must leave immediately.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I don’t accept that excuse.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oku was helpless: “It’s the boss’s order. I have no choice.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmph!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emily sat quietly beside her, saying nothing. She was Scarlett’s close friend, but her friend’s family affairs were not her place to meddle in—not even a single question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emily knew full well the Mellon family’s status in America.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ring ring ring!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Yun pressed answer, and Guo Feiyan’s voice came through.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Xiao Qin, when are you planning to return home?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ambassador Guo, I’m just heading to Nairobi now. Once there, I’ll catch the first available flight.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guo Feiyan chuckled: “Go straight to Beijing—someone’s waiting for you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Yun’s heart stirred: “Did they say what it’s about?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Yun had planned to return directly to Hangzhou.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’ll find out when you get there. Rest assured, it’s nothing bad.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Yun sighed and changed the subject: “Ambassador Guo, who was behind these kidnappers?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guo Feiyan wasn’t surprised by his question—anyone could see this was no random crime; a group of local Kenyans wouldn’t have the brains to kidnap so many Chinese people unless there was a conspiracy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That old eagle is behind it. The Mellon family’s shadow is involved.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was classified information, but Guo Feiyan didn’t hide it—Qin Yun had been fully involved and saved everyone; he had every right to know.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Mellon family?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Yun’s gaze sharpened. “What does this family do?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Mellon family is America’s Old Money dynasty—a Laopai  conglomerate controlling energy, media, banking, defense, and other vital industries. This kidnapping was likely meant to sow discord between China and Kenya. I suspect more plans were coming, but they never got the chance—you dismantled them before they could begin.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Yun fell silent, then said slowly: “Ambassador Guo, if I told you I’ve already encountered someone from the Mellon family, would you believe me?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guo Feiyan paused. “What do you mean?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The two Chevrolets ahead of me—inside is a woman named Scarlett Mellon. I’ve had some contact with her. Her drivers and bodyguards aren’t ordinary people. I didn’t realize it before, but now, hearing your words, it all clicks.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Scarlett Mellon.” Guo Feiyan repeated the name, thought for a moment, then said: “I remember—she’s the third daughter of the current Mellon patriarch.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She added calmly: “Don’t concern yourself. The proper measures will be taken.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Understood.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hanging up, Qin Yun stared at the cars ahead—and without reason, a wave of revulsion rose in him toward Scarlett Mellon inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if she was unaware, the interests she represented were enough to make Qin Yun feel deep antipathy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew the rabbit was playing chess in Africa, while the eagle played chess across the globe—this might be a game between nations. But the eagle’s actions perfectly embodied hypocrisy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Publicly preaching freedom and human rights, secretly scheming with power—forming alliances, stirring trouble worldwide, classic double-dealing. Relying on wealth and strength, they bully without restraint, cannot tolerate others’ peace, planting spies everywhere, propping up lackeys, plunging other nations into chaos, with zero moral boundaries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If this was truly the Mellon family behind it, it was utterly nauseating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps the Mellon family only wanted to annoy China-Kenya relations—whether they succeeded didn’t matter. But twelve innocent lives were caught in the crossfire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like last night—if I had arrived just a moment later, Jiang Xia would have been violated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following the cars, he paused, then sighed inwardly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Forget it. I’m just a small streamer. The state has its own calculations.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>……\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Please click the update button below and send a gift!\u003C\u002Fp>",1330,"2026-06-20T21:37:30.093Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","c1624836f6733799d7c2f41fe385a5eee994e0bd92d760c110102459c7a3af6b","bound-to-the-sign-in-system-i-took-off-chapter-314","bound-to-the-sign-in-system-i-took-off-chapter-312",329,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fbound-to-the-sign-in-system-i-took-off-cover.jpg"]