0089 Analysis
"This is a video that someone sent to the station half an hour ago."
Shen Jiayi glanced at Song Ning, then looked away and addressed the others: "Based on the location data on the hostage and the video footage, he should be in a moving medium-sized cargo van. We can also see from the video that the prisoner has weapons, including the possibility of illegal firearms. There's a homemade bomb in the van; it's not very large, but it's quite powerful. At such close range, if the bomb is detonated, it could very likely kill the people inside immediately. The prisoner's purpose in taking the hostage is very clear."
Shen Jiayi paused, her gaze sweeping over Song Ning, and continued, "According to the analysis of the psychology experts we hired, the perpetrator exhibits typical antisocial and histrionic personality traits. The hostages are not in immediate danger until the perpetrator achieves his goal. Judging from the perpetrator's behavior, he is prepared to die with the hostages. Due to the unfavorable factors in the vehicle, we have not yet taken any other rescue actions for the hostages; we have only sent people to follow the target vehicle. The perpetrator has accomplices, at least two or more, and we cannot rule out the possibility of someone assisting him from behind."
After the analysis, Shen Jiayi connected to a positioning system.
A two-dimensional city map appears on the screen, with red and green dots flashing on the map at the same time.
Two points move continuously on the map, drawing two routes with the same trajectory.
Shen Jiayi, holding a laser pointer, gestured on the screen: "The red and green dots represent the tracking chips on the hostages, hidden under the skin of the prisoner's right arm and in his watch, respectively. We're mainly tracking the red dot hidden under the skin. This is the prisoner's route. He's been running in circles around the main city area. If the prisoner wanted someone to find him, he wouldn't continue running like this; he would find a fixed location, at least to pick up the hostage before continuing. But judging from his trajectory, the prisoner's intention is clear. He may have already discovered the tracking devices on the hostages and is deliberately using circling to send signals and confuse our investigation route. However, we don't yet know whether the prisoner discovered both tracking devices or only one. Based on the information we have so far, we've developed three rescue plans."
Shen Xiaoyue spoke up: "Tell me about the rescue plan you've devised."
Shen Jiayi nodded: "There are currently three options. First, intercept the vehicle and have a negotiation expert negotiate, but based on the advice of psychology experts, the success rate is extremely low. If we disrupt the prisoner's plans, it could provoke strong resistance, and he might directly detonate the bomb inside the car. Second, launch a direct assault to subdue the driver and the prisoner in the shortest possible time, but it's difficult to guarantee that the hostages won't be harmed. The prisoner sent us this video not only to get the person he mentioned to come to him, but also to show his confidence and warn us not to act rashly."
Seeing Shen Jiayi stop, someone spoke up: "What about the third option?"
Shen Jiayi looked directly at Song Ning: "Give him the person he wants."
"No!" Shen Xiaoyue slammed his hand on the table and stood up. "I disagree!"
"Director Chen, don't get agitated, let Jiayi finish speaking first," someone said.
“This is surrendering to prisoners! I absolutely disagree.” Shen Xiaoyue said righteously and sternly.
“Yes, if we hand him over, wouldn’t that be tantamount to surrendering to them? That would damage the dignity of the police, and I disagree.” Someone echoed.
Another person said, "Let them finish speaking first. If you have a better solution after they've finished, then bring it up and we'll discuss it further."
For a moment, silence and argument filled the meeting room.
Shen Xiaoyue sat down and didn't look at Song Ning once from beginning to end.
Although he didn't look at Song Ning once, Song Ning knew in her heart that the reason he was so opposed was because he was worried about her.
"Dear leaders and colleagues, please let me finish speaking first," Shen Jiayi said.
The discussion subsided, and Shen Jiayi continued, "We're not actually handing over the hostage, but rather feigning it. In the current situation, we're in a very passive position. Only by luring the prisoner to a relatively fixed location can we turn the tables, reducing the difficulty of the rescue and increasing its efficiency. Before I came here, I consulted with several superiors, and their intention was clear: spare no effort to rescue the hostage safely. Currently, the third option is the most feasible and safest, so I hope the leaders present will provide guidance."
After Shen Jiayi finished speaking, her gaze swept resolutely across everyone present.
She was dressed in military uniform, her posture ramrod straight. Although she was asking for instructions, she exuded a resolute and decisive air that no one could refuse.
Those present exchanged glances, while Shen Xiaoyue pursed his lips and remained silent.
The atmosphere inside was even more somber than before.
Just as everyone was silent, a crisp and clear voice rang out.
"I agree."
Everyone looked at Song Ning.
Song Ning calmly said, "I have a way to take people to a place that is advantageous to you."
Her eyes were fixed on Shen Jiayi, as if she were speaking only to her.
"Okay, we will do everything we can to ensure your safety and rescue him safely."
Shen Jiayi used him, not as a hostage; this was said to Song Ning, in her capacity as an older sister.
Song Ning responded with a smile.
That's good.
Shen Jiayi turned to everyone present and said again, "Please give your instructions, leaders."
The change in wording also represents a change in attitude.
This time, Shen Jiayi was even more stern and tough.
After a five-minute discussion, one of them made the final decision: "Director Chen, let's go with it!"
Song Ning looked at Shen Xiaoyue.
During the meeting, Shen Xiaoyue looked at Song Ning for the first time, and finally nodded helplessly in agreement: "We must do everything we can to ensure the safety of the two of them!"
***
As soon as Song Ning stepped out of the meeting room after the meeting ended, he saw people standing outside the office.
They looked in this direction with somber expressions.
Someone stepped forward and shouted, "What are you all doing standing here?"
"Captain Zheng." A man stepped forward from the crowd and tapped the box on the table.
When Captain Zheng saw the box, his face turned ashen.
Song Ning rushed forward before everyone else.
There was a small pool of blood and an old-fashioned mobile phone in the box.
Shen Jiayi couldn't see Song Ning's face clearly; she could only see her back.
Song Ning stood there, her hands clenched into fists and hanging at her sides, as if time had stopped for her.
Shen Jiayi supported Song Ning's stiff body and asked, "What is it?"
The man replied, "Yes, one finger."
Everyone present was experienced and had strong mental fortitude, but even so, they couldn't help but sigh every time they faced something like this.
Shen Xiaoyue asked, "Where are the things?"
"It's already been sent to the hospital for freezing. The doctor said the best time for surgery is within 6-8 hours." The man said, then suddenly jumped in fright.
Not only him, but everyone who could see Song Ning's face was startled.
Song Ning's face was ashen white, but her lips were unusually bright red, which made her cold and resolute expression extremely frightening.
Shen Jiayi noticed something was wrong and quickly turned to Song Ning.
She first glanced at the bite mark on Song Ning's lips, then pried open her mouth.
Sure enough, I saw that many parts of her mouth were bitten raw.
He hasn't changed any of his bad habits.
Shen Jiayi asked someone, "Do you have any medicine?"
"I'll go get it," the man said, and ran off.
Song Ning blankly let her examine him.
Shen Jiayi confirmed that she had only bitten a few places, wiped away the blood, and said, "Now is not the time to be sad, cheer up."
Song Ning had been blankly letting Shen Jiayi examine her wounds, but upon hearing her words, she slowly raised her eyelids, her eyes dark and unfathomable: "I know."
Song Ning knew very well.
Fu Cong was testing her limits time and time again, putting pressure on her, and gradually increasing her hatred and pain through his actions.
The events of 13 years ago are repeating themselves, except this time he is the executioner.
If he doesn't rescue Shen Yuxiu soon, he won't let her choose; he will choose to die in the exact same way as her mother for Shen Yuxiu.
Song Ning grabbed the cell phone from the box.
Sure enough, I found the only number in my contacts.
"Please arrange a quiet room for me," Song Ning said, turning to Shen Xiaoyue.
Shen Xiaoyue looked at Song Ning with heartache in his eyes and said to Captain Zheng, "Go and make the arrangements."
A man patted Shen Xiaoyue on the shoulder from behind without saying anything.
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