Chapter 167: Who Is That Person?

How could anyone have run out? And they even spoke the truth.

He was watching closely, even making an example, and the remaining women should have no courage—no, they shouldn't even dare think of escaping.

As for the Gao Songbai before us.

One word: insider.

What they do behind the scenes can't be hidden from this person, or rather, the other party is also a link in this profit chain.

So when they learned that the matter about his mother was exposed, they called him immediately.

"Don't worry."

Gao Songbai patted his shoulder, lowered his voice and said, "She probably didn't run out from your side. I heard that the woman had been locked in a pitch‑black basement, in that urban‑village area. It looks like she was imprisoned by someone else."

"Then how did she get out? Did she sneak out?"

Wan Yuliang let out a sigh of relief.

"I heard someone killed the two people who had imprisoned them and rescued them from the basement,"

Gao Songbai said.

"Who was that person?"

Wan Yuliang's eyes widened sharply.

"It's not clear yet."

Gao Songbai shook his head, "But I suspect they're linked to the murderer of your mother, because they have a motive. Perhaps they hired that person to strike and kill your mother."

"Damn bastard!"

Wan Yuliang's face flushed with angry veins, his fists clenched, clacking.

"Where is that woman?"

"We already know where she lives."

Gao Songbai smiled.

"Once we find the person, I'll call you, but that's just my guess."

He continued, "It could also be that your mother leaked wealth and was targeted, or that your rivals hired someone to do it. In any case, I'll start investigating other aspects, and you should also investigate on your side."

"Got it. I'll have someone look into them, but that woman can't be left alive!"

A cold ruthlessness flashed in Wan Yuliang's eyes.

If the other side stays silent, I wouldn't mind, but now it's spreading, we can't let her go.

If we can find the murderer through her, that would be perfect!

……

Xihua Garden.

Building No. 5.

Room 502.

A family of four sat around the dining table.

Seeing their daughter already emaciated beyond a human shape, the middle‑aged couple felt heart‑ache to death.

"Xiao Hui, don't just eat vegetables, have more meat."

The middle‑aged woman, eyes bloodshot, pinched a large piece of pork belly and placed it into the young woman's bowl.

The daughter had been back for a few days, yet she still couldn't control herself; seeing her daughter's condition made her burst into tears.

"Sister, eat meat."

The boy beside her also pinched a piece of meat and handed it over.

"Xiao Shu is really well‑behaved."

Chen Hui patted the little boy's head.

But after a moment, her smile faded, and she looked anxiously at the middle‑aged man opposite, "Dad, is it really right for us not to obey that person?"

A few days earlier, when she appeared at the doorstep, her parents were so agitated they almost fainted.

Having learned the whole story, the two wanted to immediately grab her, go to the Law Enforcement Bureau to file a report, and have that woman named Zhang Hong seized and shot!

But she remembered that person's request in her heart.

The situation is very murky; although they are victims, actually filing a report would not only fail to bring the desired result but also bring further disaster.

Only her father was so agitated that it took a lot of coaxing to persuade him down.

Later she brought it up again, wanting to find a place to hide for a while, because that person had said so.

Her father rejected the idea outright.

His reasoning: we haven't done anything shameful; a righteous person fears no shadow. Why should we hide? If that Zhang Hong really dares to come over, he'd sacrifice his life and perish together with her.

She thought about it and felt she might be overthinking. Moreover, after finally reuniting with her family, she had regained freedom.

In the following days, the news spread, and many people came to visit her, bringing gifts and also cursing Zhang Hong for her.

But for some reason, her inner unease grew stronger, and she kept feeling that something bad would happen.

"Dong dong dong, dong dong dong."

At that moment, urgent knocking sounded at the door.

"Is anyone inside? We are from the East City Law Enforcement Bureau."

Hearing the words Law Enforcement Bureau.

Chen Hui's heart trembled.

"Law Enforcement Bureau?"

The middle‑aged woman also showed a nervous expression.

How could people from the Law Enforcement Bureau come to their home?

The middle‑aged man also startled, a look of fear flashing in his eyes.

"I know there's someone inside, open the door!"

The sound of knocking kept echoing.

"I'll go take a look."

The man gritted his teeth, got up and walked to the main door, opening it.

A few people in uniform stood at the doorway.

"May I ask if Chen Hui lives here?"

The man at the head smiled and asked.

The middle‑aged man turned his head and glanced at Chen Hui.

Instantly, the gazes of several Enforcement Squad members also shifted over.

"That's right, she lives here; she's my daughter. Are you looking for my daughter for some reason?" the middle‑aged man asked anxiously.

"Oh, you're Chen Hui's father, right? Don't be nervous."

The leading man said gently, "We heard about your daughter's case, which is why we came. We heard she was missing for over a year and only returned a few days ago, is that correct?"

"Yes, yes. So, who are you?" the middle‑aged man became excited.

Could it be that the people before him have come to uphold justice for his family? "Exactly."

The man smiled:

"We came mainly to verify. If this is indeed the case, Miss Chen Hui, we hope you can accompany us to the Law Enforcement Bureau for a trip, so we can fully understand the course of events. If the facts are solid, we will certainly not let the real culprit go unpunished."

"Really, is it true?"

The middle‑aged man was so happy he didn't know what to say.

To be honest, he usually has strong opinions about the Law Enforcement Bureau.

During the time his daughter was missing, she ran back and forth so much her legs were about to give out, and all he got was a single reply: go back and wait for news.

Until a few days ago, when his daughter finally returned on her own.

But to put it plainly, when such a situation arises, aside from the Law Enforcement Bureau, no one else can help him.

Not to mention, the other side is now even coming to his door voluntarily.

Chen Hui felt a stir in her heart as well.

Deep down, she could never be content to see Zhang Hong walking free.

Now, it seems such an opportunity is right before her eyes.

"Miss Chen Hui, come with us for a short trip; it won't take long," the man smiled. "After we clarify the events, you can return."

"How about we go?" the middle‑aged woman was also tempted.

"Sister, let's go, we'll go together," the little boy said.

"Yes, Xiao Hui, we'll go with you; don't be afraid, I, your old dad, will definitely fight for justice on your behalf!" the middle‑aged man gritted his teeth.

As a father, his heart was full of resentment.

Had his daughter not stopped him, he would have reported the case long ago.

"Alright!"

Chen Hui nodded heavily.

"Then let's go. Rest assured, we will definitely give you a just outcome," the man outside said with a smiling face.

(End of chapter)