Chapter 62: Only Stealing Gold?

Yang Ju turned around and said to the Security Officers present:

"Everyone listen up. From now on, Mr. Jiang will be our Special Consultant. He has the authority to take part in any case investigation."

Those words were like a heavy bomb; everyone present was stunned.

Ma Dui was even more dumbfounded, unable to believe it.

Chen Ying was overjoyed, her gaze at Jiangnan full of admiration.

Jiangnan, however, remained calm, as if none of this concerned him.

Yang Ju showed a kindly smile and said gently:

"Mr. Jiang, I have heard Su Zhendong speak of your abilities. For this case, we hope you can lend us your help."

Jiangnan gave a slight nod,

with a hint of understanding in his heart,

No wonder this Yang Ju treats him so well. It turns out Su Zhendong has spoken on his behalf.

But it's understandable; after all, being captured by the Public Security Bureau, Su Zhendong, both in feeling and reason, has to find a way to help.

After gathering his thoughts, Jiangnan spoke:

"I will do my best."

Yang Ju smiled with satisfaction and then turned to Ma Dui:

"Ma Dui, come with me. We need to have a proper talk."

Ma Dui's face turned sour as he silently followed Yang Ju, about to leave.

The atmosphere on the spot suddenly relaxed, and the officers cast admiring glances at Jiangnan.

Excitement flashed in Chen Ying's eyes, her gaze at Jiangnan full of reverence.

But at that moment, a police officer rushed in in a panic.

"Report! The captured robber… is dead!"

Yang Ju's face darkened instantly, and he shouted angrily:

"What? What happened? After finally catching a live one, it's gone like that?"

Everyone present fell silent as if chilled, daring not to breathe.

Jiangnan spoke slowly, breaking the suffocating silence.

"Yang Ju, what exactly did the bank lose?"

Yang Ju was stunned for a moment, then gave a wry smile and shook his head.

"Strangely enough, these robbers only took gold and ignored the cash."

Jiangnan furrowed his brows, deep in thought.

"Gold is hard to part with; what purpose could they have for doing this?"

Yang Ju sighed, "That's exactly the part we can't figure out."

Jiangnan's brows tightened; he sensed the matter was not simple.

Gold, to ordinary people, is merely a precious metal, but to cultivators, it is a key material for arranging certain formations.

The amount of gold stolen from this bank is massive, enough to power a large-scale formation.

Could the Black Shadow organization have another scheme?

The more Jiangnan thought, the more likely it seemed.

The Black Shadow organization acts mysteriously, is powerful, and has always been his target of investigation.

If they truly use gold to set up a formation, the consequences would be unimaginable.

With that in mind, Jiangnan decided to tell his speculation to Yang Ju.

"Yang Ju, I think this case may not be that simple."

Jiangnan spoke in a deep voice, his tone heavy.

"These gold pieces are likely key material for some formation."

Yang Ju was startled, then showed a puzzled expression.

"Formation?"

"You mean, like the magical arrays in movies?"

Yang Ju found it hard to believe, after all he is a staunch materialist.

"You can understand it that way."

Jiangnan nodded and continued to explain.

"Such a formation requires a large amount of gold as support; once set up successfully, it could cause unpredictable consequences."

Yang Ju's expression grew serious.

Although he didn't fully trust such mystical things, Jiangnan's ability forced him to take it seriously.

"You mean those robbers stole gold to set up some formation?"

Yang Ju pondered, trying to sort out his thoughts.

"We can't rule out that possibility."

Jiangnan replied, a hint of worry flashing in his eyes.

"Moreover, I suspect a massive organization may be pulling the strings behind this."

"Black Shadow organization?"

Yang Ju blurted out,

"Hmm."

Jiangnan gave a slight nod.

"They act covertly, are powerful, and seem very interested in these supernatural things."

Yang Ju's eyebrows furrowed even tighter.

If the matter is truly as Jiangnan said, the nature of this case has completely changed.

This is no longer a simple robbery, but a massive conspiracy that could endanger the safety of the entire city!

"This... this really is..."

Yang Ju was at a loss for words, not knowing what to say.

He has been a police officer for many years, yet this is his first encounter with such an incomprehensible case.

At that moment, Ma Dui suddenly interjected.

"Yang Ju, don't listen to this kid's nonsense!"

Ma Dui looked at Jiangnan with a disdainful expression.

"Formation? I think he's watched too many movies; his brain's messed up!"

"What era is this? Still clinging to feudal superstitions—it's laughable!"

Ma Dui sneered, his words dripping with sarcasm.

He has long disliked Jiangnan; now that he has a chance, he naturally wants to mock him.

Yang Ju frowned and scolded.

"Ma Dui, watch your words!"

Ma Dui, however, was unconcerned and continued.

"Yang Ju, I'm speaking the truth!"

"Think about it, how old is this kid, what could he possibly understand?"

"He's just trying to attract attention and win your favor!"

"Please don't be fooled by him!"

Ma Dui grew increasingly agitated, his voice rising louder.

Jiangnan gave Ma Dui a cold glance, saying nothing.

The other's reaction seemed somewhat odd.

It's as if they've hit a sore spot, so they deliberately attack themselves.

Moreover, Ma Dui's expression was somewhat unnatural.

Although it was just a fleeting glimpse, he still captured it keenly.

Jiangnan frowned,

Ma Dui, could there be a problem?

Is there a mole in the Public Security Bureau?

Yang Ju saw Ma Duizhang's remarks becoming more absurd, and his complexion darkened.

"Enough!"

Yang Ju shouted sternly.

"Ma Dui, I'll say it again: watch your words!"

"Mr. Jiang is our Special Consultant; his opinion is very important!"

"If you dare to babble nonsense again, get out!"

Yang Ju was truly angry.

He hadn't expected Ma Dui to be so oblivious, still causing trouble here at the critical moment.

Ma Dui, after Yang Ju's scolding, wilted instantly.

He opened his mouth, as if to say something, but ultimately closed it again.

Ma Dui lowered his head, daring not to speak again.

Yang Ju took a deep breath, striving to calm his emotions.

"Mr. Jiang, you may continue."

Yang Ju looked at Jiangnan, indicating that he should continue.

Jiangnan nodded and went on.

"Yang Ju, I think the top priority is to quickly determine the whereabouts of this batch of gold."

"Only by finding the gold can we prevent them from setting up the formation."

"Hmm, what you say makes sense; actually I've considered this as well. We've regulated the gold circulation channels, so the gold in their hands cannot be moved."

Yang Ju nodded, then said,

"But in this vast sea of people, how can we search?"

Yang Ju was at a loss.

The quantity of this gold is massive; hiding it is not easy.

But finding them is also far from easy.