Chapter 728: Software Location Is More Convenient

Xu's team and Hua's team are still dazed.

At first, it was just two cases of mass disappearances; though they seemed like major cases to them, compared to the current situation, they truly didn't amount to much.

This fat man seems to possess a unique ability—he always manages to make cases grow larger and larger, until they become unimaginable.

"Three-region joint investigation" already seemed outrageous to them, but now Yu Dazhang has expanded it nationwide.

They can no longer imagine what this case will ultimately become.

There's nothing to be done—it's simply beyond their comprehension.

Another three days passed.

Now it's not just Xu's team and Hua's team who are anxious; even the officers below are visibly restless.

For these eight days, Zhang Jiangke's phone has never rung; according to his statement, this phone is used solely for one-way contact with Gu Ding Wen.

If he needs to contact anyone else, he uses the batch-purchased fake SIM cards.

The only person who knows this phone number is Gu Ding Wen alone.

This afternoon, as Yu Dazhang was discussing the case with Xu's team, Zhang Jiangke's phone suddenly rang.

Out of concern that the battery might drain, they've kept Zhang Jiangke's phone charging on the desk these past few days to ensure it remains fully powered.

At this moment, the phone screen lit up, displaying an unfamiliar incoming number.

Yu Dazhang immediately picked up the phone, unplugged the charger, and sprinted out of the room.

He entered the adjacent single room and handed the phone to Zhang Jiangke, instructing:

"Adapt as you go."

He trusted that Zhang Jiangke knew what to say—this old fox wasn't to be underestimated; in experience and mental acuity, Gu Ding Wen certainly couldn't match him.

Seeing Zhang Jiangke take the phone, Yu Dazhang immediately waved to the two officers in the room, signaling them to follow him out.

Back in the adjacent room, he saw Xu's team and Hua's team already wearing headphones.

He casually picked up a pair and put them on.

Zhang Jiangke's phone had been technologically modified—not only could the conversation be monitored, but software eavesdropping was also possible.

"Why are you contacting me now?"

At this moment, Zhang Jiangke had answered the call; through the headphones came his slightly anxious voice:

"The whole country is hunting traffickers—police probably already know my identity. We should minimize contact from now on."

This was a tactic of retreat to advance.

The more Zhang Jiangke said this, the more it made others believe he was currently safe.

"Where are you?"

Gu Ding Wen's voice came through, emotionless but clearly filled with caution and wariness.

"We agreed before—not to ask about each other's affairs."

Zhang Jiangke replied in the same wary tone:

"At a time like this, do you really think I'd tell you my hiding place? Don't waste time—just say what you need to say."

Listening to their exchange, Yu Dazhang quietly exhaled in relief.

Zhang Jiangke's response perfectly matched his current situation—he showed tension and fear while maintaining high alertness and clarity.

At least in his view, there was not a single flaw.

"Don't you want your final payment?"

Gu Ding Wen switched to a threatening tone:

"If not, go ahead and hang up—I promise I'll never contact you again."

During previous interrogations, Zhang Jiangke had mentioned the final payment.

Although they were paid per person, Gu Ding Wen's side always withheld thirty percent each time, to prevent Zhang Jiangke from quitting midway.

This method wasn't clever, but it was highly effective.

"Old Gu, that's not fair."

The moment Gu Ding Wen mentioned the final payment, Zhang Jiangke immediately softened:

"We made a deal—surely you won't renege? I've followed all your instructions. Don't you dare kick me out after I've done the work."

Quick reaction… Yu Dazhang realized Zhang Jiangke's acting was truly impressive.

Among all acting techniques, emotional transition is the hardest.

For example, turning tears into laughter.