As for actual combat capability?

It's probably about 10/90 with the kangaroos in the zoo.

One punch from the kangaroo, and she's gone to the underworld.

Xia Zhining quickly added, "Um... sir, may I request to partner with my brother Ji Shuyun?"

"We're a well-known golden duo in the police department, our teamwork is exceptional!"

Upon hearing this, Shang Wu laughed heartily: "I've long heard of your reputation as the 'Police Station Twin Stars.' Of course, Deputy Captain Ji's expertise in criminal investigation is exactly what this mission requires."

Joint military and police operations are routine procedures for handling such major cases involving national security.

The military is responsible for strategic deployment and force support, while elite police officers provide professional technical support for criminal investigation. There is already a mature mechanism for the two sides to work together on cases.

Shang Wu made a very decisive decision: "I will send a letter to the police immediately to request that Comrade Ji Shuyun be transferred to the task force."

The military acted swiftly, and everything was arranged within forty-eight hours of Xia Zhining's approval.

She and her brother, Ji Shuyun, boarded a private plane bound for the Northwest.

Inside the cabin, Xia Zhining watched the city skyline gradually shrink outside the window, feeling both excited and a little apprehensive.

She was also very worried about the animals at the zoo, and her best friend, her dog Darkstar...

For some reason, the last person to flash through my mind was Gu Huaiye. Even though I've escaped the Demon King and don't need extra training anymore, why am I feeling a little panicked?

Ji Shuyun remained as composed as ever, carefully reviewing the preliminary information sent by Shangwu.

“Don’t worry,” he said, seemingly noticing his sister’s unease, and closed the tablet. “Everything has been arranged in Jiangcheng. The National Security Department has sent people to the zoo for 24-hour protection. The children at Senyu Zoo will be very safe.”

Hearing this, Xia Zhining finally breathed a sigh of relief.

With the protection of the state, it's so reliable!

As soon as the plane landed, an unmarked SUV was already waiting on the tarmac.

After the two got into the car, it sped off towards the Northwest Wildlife Rescue Center.

They were received by Shang Wu, one of the base leaders they had spoken with that day.

After shaking hands, he didn't waste any time on pleasantries and went straight to the point: "Time is of the essence, so let's go directly to the lynx's enclosure. It's the most crucial witness."

When Xia Zhining was seen again, the lynx in the cage seemed much calmer.

It recognized the human who could speak to it from inside the "little box": [Wow, Expert Xia, you've appeared out of the box!]

Xia Zhining crouched down, her eyes crinkling, to meet its gaze: "Yes, we've come to find the murderer."

"Please try to recall carefully what the person you saw that day looked like? What color clothes were they wearing?"

The lynx tilted its head, its golden pupils gleaming like the finest lenses in the shifting light.

[My clothes... were similar to those worn by the people who arrested me, that kind of... khaki color.]

Lynxes have excellent eyesight, especially in distinguishing camouflage that blends into the environment, far surpassing humans. They can clearly distinguish various shades of green and earth tones that appear almost identical to humans.

[He was taller than both you and the older man,] the lynx continued reminiscing, [as thin as that half-withered spruce tree.]

"He was dressed in an earthy yellow color, similar to a combat uniform. He was about 1.85 meters tall and had a slender build."

Xia Zhining immediately relayed, "Lynxes have very sensitive eyesight to moving targets and colors, so this description is highly credible."

Shang Wu's adjutant quickly took notes, then frowned slightly: "This physical characteristic is similar to Lu Li's, no wonder the lynx mistook him for someone else."

“We need more clues.” Xia Zhining stood up and looked at Shang Wu with a determined gaze. “Sir, I request permission to go to the area where the lynx was located immediately.”

"The perpetrator was active in that area, and there are likely other animal witnesses nearby."

Shang Wu nodded without hesitation: "Okay! I'll personally take you there. The action team will provide full protection to ensure your safety."

The convoy set off again, heading towards the vast and mysterious desert.