The murderous intent in his words was like the sound of slaughter spreading from the depths of hell.
Even the driver couldn't help but shiver and almost lost control of the steering wheel.
"Wan'er, calm down. Right now, the enemy is in the dark while we are in the light. The most urgent thing is to find out their identity and background."
After Chen Luo finished speaking, he couldn't help but start filtering out the possible enemies this time.
On the surface, the most likely to take action are undoubtedly the covert forces of foreign capital.
After all, from a profit perspective, they would not allow the Wen family, one of the top three most powerful families among the ten major families, to enter the central market and compete for profits.
However, Chen Luo also knew that, deep down, these external forces were already being suppressed by the official forces sent by the central government.
If, at this critical juncture, someone dares to use weaponry to this extent, they will face the most severe retaliation from the official forces.
If we exclude this external enemy, then the only remaining enemies are the members of the ten major families.
Judging from past grievances, Wen Wan has offended quite a few people over the years while navigating the business world.
Regardless of the others, almost all the outstanding second-generation members of the other nine major families have suffered at Wen Wan's hands.
But would these second-generation rich really risk public condemnation by using military force?
If it really turns into a war of swords and spears, I'm afraid the bigwigs in the central government wouldn't agree to it.
No matter which powerful figure they are or whose interests they represent, they will not allow the ten major families to start a real war.
This would undoubtedly cause turmoil throughout the Xia Kingdom, as these powerful families wield terrifying influence across the country.
If we rule out both of those, then only one possibility remains.
Wen Shao!
However, there is currently no evidence or clue to prove that Wen Shao did it, and strong evidence is still needed.
He took out his phone and sent a message to Zhou Zheng.
[Have everyone get ready and come to Jiangling as soon as possible. You take Bai Shiya and fly over on the next available flight today. I need your help.]
After sending the message, Chen Luo put down his phone, looked intently at Wen Wan, and pulled her into his arms.
"Wan'er, let's not panic."
"Don't get caught up in their rhythm. Hongye is seriously injured and Fifth Brother is missing. We need to find Fifth Brother first."
Mo Ye quickly spoke up at this moment.
"Yes, Mr. Chen is right. Fifth Young Master sent a text message to Sister Hongye to report the incident, which clearly indicates that he has been taken into custody."
"We still can't get in touch with them."
After hearing Chen Luo's advice, Wen Wan took a few deep breaths to calm herself down.
Fortunately, Chen Luo was by her side, which helped her calm down. Otherwise, given her past behavior, she would have surely caused a bloodbath in the central market before finding the exact culprit.
Such an approach may be effective, but it could also make the whole situation more out of control.
"Alright, Mo Ye, besides that emergency text message, are there any other unusual clues?"
Mo Ye paused and thought for more than ten seconds before speaking.
“There is something unusual about this. On the day the Fifth Young Master disappeared, the itinerary he told us was to visit Duan Feng, the director of the Jiangling City Public Security Bureau.”
"After the Fifth Young Master disappeared, it is said that Director Duan Feng stopped going to work. Rumors in the Public Security Bureau say that Director Duan had committed a crime and was taken away by the Discipline Inspection Commission."
After hearing Mo Ye's information, Chen Luo and Wen Wan exchanged a glance and shouted out a sentence in unison.
"Wen Xiu should also be in the Discipline Inspection Commission!"
"Let's go! We'll turn around and head to the city hall!"
Wen Wan immediately gave the order, and the driver readily agreed. Ignoring all traffic rules, he crossed the double solid lines to make a U-turn, stepped on the gas, and headed towards the municipal government.
...
Outside Jiangling City Hospital, there is an 8 Days Inn.
Inside a double room, more than ten burly men were cleaning knives and guns.
The leader was Zhuang Yan, the action team leader who had been reprimanded by Tang Xiwei not long ago.
"Boss, are we really going to kill someone in the hospital? Won't that make too much noise?"
One of the men approached Zhuang Yan and spoke with some concern.
"How could I not know that this would cause a big commotion? But this is that bitch Tang Xiwei's order, and we have no choice but to obey."
"Damn it! A mere brat who hasn't even grown up yet, actually sent us to our deaths! I'll kill her!"
"Yeah! After our last operation, almost everyone was injured, and this woman didn't even offer to give us any compensation. She's such a stingy woman."
Zhuang Yan waved his hand somewhat irritably and shouted.
"Enough! Stop talking!"
"I want to kill this bitch more than any of you, but don't forget, the young master is standing behind her!"
"Our parents, wife, and children are all in the capital!"
Upon hearing Zhuang Yan's words, no one could utter a curse.
They had no means of resistance. Wen Shao's style was to treat everyone's family members as hostages, forcing them to work for him without any possibility of betrayal.
After all, very few people can disregard the lives of their own family members. In history, only Ma Chao did such a stupid thing as causing the death of his entire family.
"Boss, but this time the risk is too great. The other side might be prepared."
After a moment of silence, Zhuang Yan glanced at everyone.
"Brothers, we've been through thick and thin for so many years, and we've done a lot of dirty work for the young master. We're really not good people."
“But we are all brothers, and I don’t want you to get hurt, but I still have to carry out the orders I’ve been given.”
"Therefore, I have decided that I will carry out this operation, and you are responsible for providing support and security."
"Boss, no way! You're going alone! Isn't that just sending yourself to your death?"
“Yeah, boss! None of us are cowards! We can’t let you go to your death alone! Their security personnel are no pushovers; they fought us to a standstill last time.”
"Alright, I know my brothers are loyal, but this time my mind is made up!"
"This is the best solution right now. Even if you don't think about yourselves, you should think about your parents, wives, and children!"
The people present wanted to persuade him further, but Zhuang Yan simply smiled.
"Alright, if I accidentally get caught, my wife and kids will be in your hands. It's a real shame, my youngest son is only a few months old, and I haven't even properly held him more than a few times yet."
After saying that, Zhuang Yan lowered his head and silently began cleaning his gun.
...
Jiangling City, Municipal Party Committee Office Building.
7th floor, room 707, the office of the municipal party secretary.
The municipal party secretary, Jiang Qiufeng, was reviewing documents with his head down when there was a knock on the door.
"Knock knock!"
"Come in."
"Secretary, two important guests are looking for you."
"An important guest? Who is it?"
"The visitors identified themselves as Chen Luo and Wen Wan, from the Wen family in the capital."
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