Biochemical Martial Arts: Supreme Heavenly Venerate-Chapter 577 - 550: Invigorating (Subscription Request)

Chapter 577: Chapter 550: Invigorating (Subscription Request)

Lin Rui regained his composure, glanced around the virtual meeting room, and coldly declared, “There is no doubt this is the responsibility of the police! It’s precisely because, over the past decade, the police have allowed big companies and tycoons within the base to act with impunity, and their lax and sloppy law enforcement has emboldened these capitalists.”

As soon as he spoke, many high-ranking officers in the Ninth Base City Police Department, including Police Chief Dai Zhen Shan, glared angrily at Lin Rui.

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Dai Zhen Shan’s face darkened as he said, “Thunder Admiral, it’s true that our Central Police Department did not respond in time, but your Security Bureau hasn’t fared any better, right? As far as I know, it wasn’t until Alta Devonshill and his people were hung on the flagpole that your Special Service Center bothered to respond.”

Sitting next to Zhou Yunfei, You Ming glanced at Lin Rui and let out a cold laugh, “When I was in charge of the Special Service Center, I was never so negligent. I have to admit, this time, the performance of the Security Bureau’s Special Service Center and related departments is somewhat embarrassing.”

At that moment, everyone from the Security Bureau in this virtual meeting turned pale and glared at You Ming with hostility.

Even other deputy directors of the Ninth Division of the Security Bureau frowned deeply.

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They were all wondering what was You Ming thinking—they were in the midst of a blame game with the police, and why would he make such a remark? Wasn’t this a betrayal?

But You Ming didn’t care. He was almost sidelined by Zhou Yunfei and felt terribly uncomfortable within the Security Bureau.

If it weren’t for several stakeholders hoping that You Ming could hold on in the Security Bureau for a while longer, providing Zhou Yunfei some constraints and also some loose ends that needed tying up from the past, You Ming would have long since sought a transfer or even retired from the Security Bureau.

Lin Rui didn’t care either. He turned to Mayor Huo Bangguo and said, “Mr. Mayor, from what I understand, the battle in tunnel A33421 lasted less than two minutes. In such a situation, whether it’s the Security Bureau or the Police Department, neither could have reacted in time. Moreover, it is very difficult to intervene in a battle among Ninth Realm level experts.

The reason I believe the police are undoubtedly to blame is that our National Security Special Action Center, upon learning that Alta Devonshill was using various means to pressure Rui Fang Pharmaceuticals and preparing to take over the company, had issued warning letters to all major pharmaceutical companies 10 hours ago, ordering them to cease all dangerous activities. Unfortunately, due to the lack of deterrent power in our law enforcement agencies, no feedback was received.

We also issued a risk warning to the police, instructing them to deploy more than 3,000 police officers to blockade the area around the National Arts Center. Why did the police not act? They obviously underestimated Lin Rui’s capability. What made them think Lin Rui wouldn’t resist? Even if Lin Rui were not powerful enough, there was still Linghu Mingde behind him.”

While speaking, Lin Rui closely watched Huo Bangguo’s expression. He saw the mayor’s face turn gloomy and his gaze towards the police officers even more severe.

Police Chief Dai Zhen Shan’s eyebrows also gradually furrowed into a deep frown.

They had indeed received the risk warning from the National Security Special Action Center, but no one paid attention at the time—who would have thought that Lin Rui would dare to strike in the center of the city and attack Alta Devonshill?

And the key fact—it took him less than two minutes to finish the battle.

“And furthermore!” Lin Rui paused, his eyes sharp as he stared at Dai Zhen Shan, “I have discovered that 13,400 cameras in the city center, which were supposed to be replaced seven years ago with safer Sky Eye Type 9 models year 4150, and all surrounding situational awareness devices should have been updated 20 years ago.

The municipal government had also allocated the necessary funds to the police. However, from what we understand, why are these cameras, phased array radars, ether radars, aerial hovering Sky Eyes, and others still using models from seventy years ago? For what reason did the Police Department not update according to the planned schedule, and where did these funds go?”

At this moment, all members of the Security Bureau brightened up, though they regretted that this was a virtual meeting—if Mayor Huo Bangguo weren’t present, they would all give this Thunder Admiral a thumbs up!

With these words from Thunder Admiral, no matter what, the responsibility could not be shifted onto the Security Bureau.

Police Chief Dai Zhen Shan and the others felt a slight panic, as their foreheads almost broke out in cold sweats.

“The Sky Eye Type 9 replacement case, indeed, the proposal was approved while under my supervision.”

Huo Bangguo opened the network, briefly reviewed the situation, and, with hints of anger and killing intent, swept his gaze over the police officers, “The National Security Special Action Center can conduct an official investigation on this matter. We must thoroughly investigate! Not just that, all financial expenditures of the police this year must undergo a strict audit and investigation.”

He then knocked on the table, “While it’s crucial to continuously pursue responsibility for this case, the real priority is how we address public skepticism. How do we find the perpetrator and bring them to justice!”

Zhou Yunfei then displayed a solemn and worried demeanor, but inside, he remained unperturbed.

He knew who the perpetrator was—it was none other than the Thunder Admiral beside him!

Although Zhou Yunfei didn’t know how Lin Rui managed it, he did know that Lin was the Hidden Crown Prince of the Great Song. It was not surprising whatever measures Lin might take out now.

Could he really turn over the Thunder Admiral to the authorities? East Asia and the First General would surely tear him apart if he did.

It was not like when he had just taken office and needed Huo Bangguo’s support to secure his position.

Now, Zhou Yunfei was more concerned about why the Second General had not yet awoken. It had been nearly 8 months already—wasn’t that a bit too long? Could something be wrong?

Recently, with resources provided by the Security Bureau and East Asia, he finally made a breakthrough in his cultivation, advancing to the Eight Realms. But Zhou Yunfei still needed guidance on how to proceed from the Second General.

Although Xu Mengran was his teacher, Zhou Yunfei’s primary focus was not on Illusion Technique or Spell. He needed guidance from this benefactor on how to advance next.

Dai Zhen Shan, under the oppressive gaze of Huo Bangguo, felt uneasy and knew he had to speak: “Mr. Mayor, our police department will definitely do our utmost to solve the case. However, as you know, it’s a bit difficult since Lin Rui is very meticulous in his actions—not only does he have an alibi, but he also didn’t leave any evidence behind. Therefore, I hope the government can permit us to use some unconventional methods to further investigate Lin Rui and his companies—”

Huo Bangguo, although expressionless, cursed inwardly upon hearing this.

Lin Rui eliminated a Ninth Realm Emperor Rank and two reserve Two Star Marshals within less than two minutes.

What does this Mr. Dai want? To use those pharmaceutical companies as a scapegoat?

At this moment, Lin Rui interjected: “General Dai, the murderer could kill Alta Devonshill within two minutes, and that person is at least at the level of a Congressional Honorary Member, perhaps even Divine Envoy Level! You are not solving the problem, but escalating the situation.

Have you police never considered that these pharmaceutical companies, vying for Rui Fang Pharmaceuticals, would further intensify the conflict, potentially leading to a large-scale public security incident?”

Dai Zhen Shan’s expression changed suddenly, and he looked on nervously at Thunder sitting opposite the virtual conference table.

The rest of the assembly fixed their gazes sharply.

Lin Rui scoffed coldly: “Due to some people’s negligence in recent years, those major corporations and financial conglomerates in Ninth Base City have become increasingly reckless. Not long ago, there was even a malignant incident where the Star Navy ground force mutinied and attacked Jinhao Group’s headquarters. I think the ongoing conflict between Lin Rui and the pharmaceutical companies is likely to spark a large-scale corporate war, potentially resulting in tens of thousands of people battling within the base, including a large number of Dragon Transformation Martial Practitioners. Who among you present could bear such responsibility?”

He turned to Huo Bangguo: “I have already contacted Lin Rui. His attitude is still quite reasonable, promising in a very subtle way that as long as certain people abide by the rules, he too would act within the rules and avoid having his people fight in the city.

Additionally, he is willing to donate 3 billion federal coins to public service foundations such as the Civil Servants Care Fund and to your very own Super Political Action Committee to support your election campaign. The current problem is those pharmaceutical companies—”

“I will warn them personally!”

Huo Bangguo’s voice was resounding and irrefutable: “The Security Bureau and the police department shall immediately dispatch officers to reside in major pharmaceutical companies and other interested parties to monitor their every move, Thunder Admiral! I now authorize you to mobilize the Armed Police Force and Base City Defense Forces, starting now, whichever side dares to make a move in the city, wipe them out!”

At this moment, the lines on his forehead deepened.

Thunder reminded him of the consequences if the conflict between the two sides further intensified, but it did not help alleviate the current situation or address the public and media’s skepticism.

This was just as the election was about to kick off, which immensely soured his mood, making him feel murderous.

At that moment, he received a private message from Thunder Admiral.

Thunder: “Mayor Huo, you might want to take a look at these encrypted documents.”

Huo Bangguo looked at the self-destructing documents sent by Thunder Admiral, feeling slightly puzzled.

Upon opening them, he was immediately shocked.

Huo Bangguo: “Is the information in these documents accurate? This is SSS-level secrecy from the Security Bureau, why are you showing this to me?”

Thunder: “Mayor Huo, we’ve almost completed our investigation, planning to close in 20 days. As it involves several high-ranking city government officials, this case requires your guidance and assistance.”

Thunder: “Our National Security Special Action Center has put great effort into this case, utilizing a vast amount of manpower and funding, so we hope to uproot this spy network entirely.”

Huo Bangguo’s eyebrows raised, his mood turning to exhilaration.

In 20 days, just a few days before voting starts, not a moment too soon.

He had glanced through the documents briefly and knew that the Security Bureau’s investigation was far from over and hadn’t completely unearthed the spy network.

Unquestionably, Thunder Admiral had done him a great favor.

Huo Bangguo: “Excellent! Be sure to maintain confidentiality. Let me know how exactly you plan to proceed, what kind of support you need, and whatever resources you require; you can directly contact me.”

He then scanned the people present one last time, thinking that this meeting was no longer necessary.

Huo Bangguo actually did not care whether the criminal would be captured, as long as the situation he was currently facing could be resolved.

Then he coldly glanced at You Ming and Dai Zhen Shan, thinking that after this election, it would be time to find a way to kick these two out of government departments.

This time, no matter who tried to persuade him, it wouldn’t work.

These two not only lacked the capabilities compared to Thunder Admiral, but also harbored many sinister thoughts—did he look blind to them?