Chapter 74 Big Shots Gather to Rescue the Cub
Sang Lao Er shrank back in fear; his little finger had been broken by Lai Ge back then.
To join their gang, one must cut off one's finger as a sign of resolve.
These guys are all money-grubbing bastards.
He had to think of a solution. "Brother, let me go down and see if there are any other routes..."
"Stop talking nonsense, go!"
It's almost dark now, since the incident occurred.
The little cub poked its head out and asked him, "Sang Lao Er's family is very poor. If he sells the nest, will he give you a share of the money?"
Brother Lai was startled when the child suddenly approached him and was about to get angry.
You can see that little dumpling with its chubby, round, milky-white face is looking at you with its big, watery eyes.
He was also afraid that his loud voice would frighten the child, so he said, "You're a hostage, so stay quiet and don't worry about how we divide the money."
"But I'm hungry." Zhizhi pouted, lowering her head with a pitiful look. "Zhizhi hasn't eaten all day. Children cry when they're hungry..."
"Shut up!"
"Uncle, you're the best! Even though you're a human trafficker, I could tell at a glance that you have a unique quality. You're a bad guy with principles, so you probably won't let the kids go hungry, right?"
Brother Lai thought this kid would throw a tantrum and threaten suicide, but he didn't expect him to say something so pleasant.
He had never been praised like this before, and for a moment he couldn't help but smile.
"Is that so?"
Brother Lai coughed lightly, barely managing to maintain his serious expression. "Um, all I have here are steamed buns and braised pork. Do you want some?"
"Really? There's meat too?" Zhizhi already had a plan in mind, but she still pretended to be innocent. "I knew Uncle Lai was the best. You're really different from other bad guys. Look at your driving skills, so cool! Thank you, Uncle Lai!"
Lai Ge was so flattered by the praise that he unconsciously took out a bag of braised beef from his car and handed it to her.
Seeing his adorable baby eating so heartily, his mood improved.
"Eat slowly, don't choke. I'll find a restaurant and get you some noodles to go later."
"Oh my god, he's so handsome! Don't worry, Uncle, you're so good to Zhizhi, she definitely won't resist!"
The little baby held the steamed bun and braised beef, his eyes sparkling with admiration.
She thought to herself, who says child psychology doesn't work?
Even human traffickers fall for this.
The little cub's eyes darted around, and an idea popped into his head instantly. "But... Uncle, Sang Lao Er has a criminal record. Why don't you kick him out, tie up the den, and keep the money for yourself?"
When Brother Lai heard the little cub's sincere words, he lowered his guard.
"After all, he's the one who found the way; we in this industry have to keep our word."
Actually, he was also very dissatisfied with Sang Lao Er. This person had no character. Even if it was Sang Lao Er who introduced the source of goods, it was he and his brothers who were the ones who abducted people.
Splitting the profits 50/50 is really a bit unfair to him.
Zhizhi cupped her chubby little face in her hands, her voice soft and sweet, "But... Sucheng is under lockdown because they want to arrest him. How could Zhizhi have such power? You'll be implicated by him. What if you don't get the money and are arrested with him? You'll be accused of being his accomplice, and going to jail is awful!"
As he spoke, the little cub sighed pitifully.
"Actually, Zhizhi's family does have a little money, but Uncle Lai, you've been so good to me, so I'm willing to let this go and let you earn the money. But he... won't make a big fuss about it?"
"It would be better to let my brother go home and report the news, then you can tie me up and have your family bring money to ransom me. That way, all the money is yours. Wouldn't that be better?"
Lai Ge took the little cub's words to heart. He tightened his grip on the steering wheel, clearly considering whether it was worth it for him to spend so much money, car, and effort.
Jiang Gansu, who was in the back of the train, heard her sister say that she would let her go, and she stayed behind alone to face the vicious and hungry thugs.
His eyes widened, and he shook his head frantically.
No! Absolutely not!
Zhizhi is still so young. Even if it means his death, he, as her older brother, will protect his little sister.
How could we possibly leave her here!
Lai Ge thought for a moment and asked Zhi Zhi, "Can you really convince your family to send me money? You're not trying to scam me, are you?"
The little cub blinked innocently, "Money is nothing compared to life. Uncle, you're a human trafficker. You're definitely manipulating our family. I just hate it when a father tries to sell his own daughter for money. That kind of scum doesn't deserve money. But you're different. You're a bad guy. Robbing is your profession. Besides, you're so good to Zhizhi. Get Zhizhi's new dad to give you money, and you'll release Zhizhi. Isn't that a normal transaction?"
The childish voice uttered these words, and Brother Lai narrowed his eyes dangerously, pondering for a long time.
He couldn't detect even the slightest hint of insincerity.
...Yes.
He's a villain; extortion and kidnapping are his profession.
So what he did wasn't too excessive...
"Alright."
After thinking about it, Brother Lai quickly accepted the cub's suggestion.
Anyway, since Sang Lao Er has already lost his usefulness, there's no need for me to take half of his money for nothing.
Thinking this, he stepped on the gas pedal without hesitation, and with Sang Lao Er chasing after him not far away, the van drove out of the slum.
Sang Lao Er ran after the car for a long time, panting and puffing, but in the end he could only watch helplessly as the car drove further and further away and he could no longer catch up.
Even if he's stupid, he'll understand now.
Brother Lai is planning to ditch him so he can keep all the kidnapping money for himself.
"Damn it, you one-eyed bastard! You'll be damned!"
He stood there, breathing heavily, his eyes bloodshot and filled with resentment.
... ...
'Beep-beep—!'
Police cars were honking their sirens as they circled several main roads.
Brother Lai drove carefully, avoiding the search.
But now the entire city of Suzhou is searching for these two children. If they continue like this, they will probably be discovered in no time.
Brother Lai took out a cigarette, took a deep drag, and forced himself to calm down.
Zhizhi had already quietly retreated to the back of the car. She helped the older brother untie the rope and secretly mouthed to him:
"Wait a minute, don't worry about me, you go back first."
"No! I absolutely cannot leave you!"
Jiang Gansu was absolutely unwilling to back down on this matter. He felt incredibly guilty, thinking that if he had been faster or older, he could have protected his sister from being taken onto the bus.
But he was too weak; he couldn't even protect himself when fighting the criminals.
Now that both of them are tied up, he can't possibly abandon his sister's safety and run away first.
Seeing how stubborn he was, Zhizhi cupped his face tightly in her hands.
"Big brother, listen to me, calm down!"
The little cub's fair and soft face held a calmness far beyond his years. "After you get off the car, just keep running forward. Don't worry about me. I have a way to protect myself, big brother... trust me, I won't put myself in danger!"
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