Chapter 38: The Dahe City Incident

In Dahe City, there was only one paranormal incident on the surface—it happened at Dahe First Middle School in the east of the city, just last week. Unfortunately, during that time the starving‑ghost incident broke out, and the entire headquarters focused its attention on Dachangshi, so naturally it didn't notice this small place, Dahe City.

So, you don't know what happened at the school?

Chen Shoushan looked at the largely blank file before him and was quite speechless.

Besides the time and place of the paranormal incident, there was actually nothing else on it.

We first used drones and other equipment to check, but found the school empty; with no other option, Bureau Chief Wang sealed the school.

Zhu Sihai didn't wrongly blame Wang Tong this time, because he truly doesn't handle anything related to the paranormal—it's all Wang Tong's responsibility.

Who would risk their life for a monthly salary of just a few thousand? It'd be better to spend that free time sucking up to the wealthy in Dahe City.

How come I haven't heard the citizens discussing such a big matter during these few days I've been in Dahe City?

Chen Shoushan looked at the file in his hand, thought for a moment, and asked.

Dahe City must have some rumors, right?

When the incident broke out, it just happened to be a weekend, so most teachers and students weren't at school; only a few who stayed on campus and their teachers, most of whose families aren't in Dahe City, and thanks to our timely information blockade, there wasn't much commotion.

Zhu Sihai hurriedly replied.

Hmm, has the compensation been issued?

Chen Shoushan suddenly changed the subject and asked.

This, not yet; at least they have to be missing for a month before the compensation can be issued.

Zhu Sihai hesitated a moment and said.

Never mind, just issue it now; I'll pay extra to make the compensation three times over, so the soldiers know Dahe City won't forget them—I, Chen Shoushan, won't forget them.

Chen Shoushan straightened his back, spoke righteously, and emphasized the word "know".

Zhu Sihai blinked, then immediately flattered: "Chief Chen, you're truly a great benevolent! Rest assured, I'll convey your exact words to the soldiers' ears; with this saying, everyone will surely go through fire and water, never shying from death."

Seeing Zhu Sihai understand his meaning, Chen Shoushan nodded satisfactorily, indicating Zhu Sihai could go attend to his duties.

Spending a little money can earn the goodwill of Dahe City's public security officials; this is obviously a sure‑profit venture.

After Zhu Sihai left, Ye Feng rose from the sofa, somewhat nervously asking: "What are you going to do about the school matter?"

Chen Shoushan looked at Ye Feng, somewhat amused, and said: "What else can be done? Just leave it as is."

Ye Feng breathed a sigh of relief and said: "That's good; I was really afraid you'd rush in headfirst, but let me tell you my condition isn't great right now."

Chen Shoushan waved his hand, smiling, and said: "When did I become a reckless brute in your heart?"

When I saw you waving that meter‑long gold chest around, you'll never be considered a wise man in my heart for the rest of your life.

Ye Feng said softly.

Chen Shoushan burst out laughing, laughed a while, then grew serious and asked: "How long do you feel you can hold on?"

I don't know; if you're by my side and I don't use any paranormal power, I could probably survive about half a year, but if I do use it, it's hard to say.

Ye Feng spoke vaguely; these things can only be sensed by the Ghost Master themselves—no one can say for sure.

Half a year? That should be fine.

Chen Shoushan calculated: if he doesn't need to seek the Sequence Five demonic elixir and knows the core principles of all the prior role‑plays before Sequence Five, then within another half year he could easily become a Sequence Five; the only thing to worry about is the ritual.

What's not a problem?

Ye Feng asked, puzzled.

Your desired future is fine.

Over the next few days, Chen Shoushan went to and from work normally, while Ye Feng stayed constantly by his side, like a true bodyguard.

Currently, Dahe City's Municipal Bureau under the mayor handles livelihood, while Chen Shoushan's Public Security Bureau handles security; their duties are clearly divided, with no overlap.

Finally, that day, Zhu Sihai secretly found Chen Shoushan and said the boss who had previously sent gifts wanted to invite Chen Shoushan as a guest; Chen Shoushan naturally agreed right away—wasn't he just waiting for this?

Old Zhu, can you now reveal something about this boss?

These days Chen Shoushan has become quite familiar with Zhu Sihai, and at Zhu Sihai's strong request, Chen Shoushan started calling him Old Zhu.

Hehe, this person—you've surely heard of him; any local of Dahe City would have heard his name.

Zhu Sihai gave a hehe laugh but didn't dare keep Chen Shoushan in suspense any longer, then continued:

He's the self‑made legendary figure of Dahe City, Chen Ruhai!

When Zhu Sihai said that, Chen Shoushan had a vague recollection, but Ye Feng beside him looked completely bewildered.

To be frank, Chen Shoushan wasn't very surprised; anyone who could recruit a deputy bureau chief in Dahe City must be a local magnate, and though Dahe City isn't wealthy, the few who qualify as magnates are just these individuals.

Chen Ruhai definitely counts as one of the top figures in Dahe City.

All the way silent, Zhu Sihai personally drove Chen Shoushan and Ye Feng to Chen Ruhai's villa.

Upon arrival, the villa was certainly not a simple one; Chen Ruhai domineeringly bought all the surrounding villas, had them demolished, leaving only his own, and even erected outer walls around it, with professional personnel patrolling.

This is clearly a violation, contrary to Dahe City's land policy, yet Chen Ruhai managed it—showing he must have some ties with the Municipal Bureau.

Tsk tsk, what a grand scale!

Just as Chen Shoushan was silently speculating, Ye Feng mocked from the side.

Even the money the Ghost Masters earn risking their lives isn't necessarily enough for a fraction of these richmen's fortunes, and Ye Feng was naturally dissatisfied.

As they entered the gate, the security personnel seemed to all know Zhu Sihai, letting them in without much questioning.

As they passed the gate, Chen Shoushan's eyes narrowed; he saw that the security personnel's waists were all bulging.

Chen Shoushan also has a batch of firearms, but those were seized from Boluo's gang; where then did these security guards' guns come from?

Chen Shoushan immediately suspected the driver, Zhu Sihai, but after thinking he decided it couldn't be him—police firearms are strictly controlled, and a single Zhu Sihai couldn't divert them, especially since Wang Tong had been watching Zhu Sihai before.

Old Zhu, you wouldn't be selling the Public Security Bureau's equipment to Chen Ruhai, would you?

Chen Shoushan said gloomily, although he knew it was unlikely him, but whenever he thought about it, it seemed Zhu Sihai had done it.

Ah? Chief Chen, you're really joking—I don't have the guts for that! Even if I had the guts, I lack the ability.

Zhu Sihai hurriedly distanced himself, saying at most he'd take some hush money and turn a blind eye; as for any excessive things, he wouldn't dare do them—after all, the headquarters hasn't collapsed yet!

"Alright, Old Zhu, you must have your own difficulties; I understand—let's talk about this when we get back."

Chen Shoushan directly set the tone for this matter: Zhu Sihai did it. He couldn't be bothered to find any evidence against Zhu Sihai; he'd just make it up.

As for whether it's true or false, could Zhu Sihai go to headquarters and argue with Chen Shoushan? With so many unidentified firearms showing up in Dahe City, who would believe whatever he says?

(End of chapter)