Chapter 264: You May Call the Police Now

Translator: Tim Editor: Chrissy

Liu Fang felt a pang of regret, but life was full of them. He knew Ye Mo's name from the beginning. Why couldn't he remember? Besides Ye Mo, who would dare to cross Nie in Tan Du?

Ye Mo sneered at Liu Fang. "Seriously? I didn't bother you, so why are you messing with me? Think Nie can help you? He's dust. And don't even mention your mayor; he'll join you soon, idiot."

If regret and glares could kill, Liu Fang would have murdered Wu Zhengfei countless times. Why did Wu have to involve Ye Mo? Nie Wubian was dead—killed easily by Ye Mo, a man with such considerable influence. Eliminating a mere police commissioner like him would be child's play for Ye Mo.

Liu Fang's regret deepened. Had he known Nie Wubian was dead, he wouldn't have shown his face. Avenging a dead man was pointless. He regretted everything.

He no longer dared to use Mayor Yu as a shield. It was ludicrous to use a mayor's position as protection against Ye Mo. He recalled mentioning Han Zaixin and his face went pale.

Lin San, initially shocked, saw his opportunity. "Instructor Ye, the recording device is ready. I'll transcribe it personally. You may begin your interrogation." He envisioned using Ye Mo's power to eliminate Liu Fang and seize the "vice" position. More importantly, he could use Ye Mo to bring down the mayor supporting Liu Fang, advancing his own career. His superiors might exploit this to cripple their opponents. Lin San's eyes gleamed with ambition.

Ye Mo looked at Lin San, sensing his intentions despite his lack of political knowledge.

Feeling Ye Mo's gaze, Lin San shivered. The young man seemed to see right through him.

"After this is over, do what needs doing," Ye Mo stated plainly. "If anyone uses me as an excuse, they'll face the consequences."

Wu Zhengfei realized Ye Mo was extraordinary. He didn't see the blue booklet, but he knew it represented authority to kill. The threat of death made him sweat. Liu Fang couldn't even save himself, let alone Wu. Moreover, Liu Fang now resented Wu.

Ye Mo’s mere presence overwhelmed Wu Zhengfei, forcing a confession. He didn't even protect Liu Fang.

Lin San was shocked by Wu Zhengfei's confession: a police officer protecting a thug who preyed on young women and drove a student to suicide—all under the radar. Why hadn't anyone reported it?

Liu Fang finally caved. Against anyone else, he might have resisted, but not Ye Mo. He remembered Ye Mo's annihilation of the Ou family in Beijing.

After confessing, Wu Zhengfei slumped, relieved.

"Chain them up," Lin San ordered, satisfied, directing the officers to restrain Wu Zhengfei.

Ignoring Lin San, Ye Mo addressed Liu Fang: "Your turn. Don't think your mayor can help you."

Liu Fang believed him. He knew Ye Mo possessed the power to make good on his threat.

Liu Fang's confession implicated powerful figures, but Ye Mo was unconcerned. He didn't care if Lin San maximized the confession's impact.

"Take them away and lock them up," Lin San said, making calls.

"Hold up," Ye Mo stopped the officers escorting Wu Zhengfei. He casually produced Han Zaixin's gun. "I said I'd kill you. This is for Xi Xi."

Lin San protested, "Instructor Ye, shouldn't we lock them up first? Execution isn't appropriate. There's due process..."

Before Lin San finished, Ye Mo shot Wu Zhengfei. Looking at the body, he addressed Lin San, "Commissioner Lin, I appreciate your help, but I said I'd kill him. Report me if you have a problem."

He then warned the officers, "I know you're not clean. If I see you again, I'll kill you too. Spread the word."

Lin San cursed silently. Ye Mo was arrogant, but unstoppable. Wu Zhengfei's death weakened his hand.

Seeing Ye Mo kill Wu Zhengfei, Liu Fang was terrified. He knew Ye Mo was untouchable. Yet, he felt a sliver of relief when Ye Mo left with Tang Beiwei, ignoring him. His confession, though damaging, might save his life, especially since Wu Zhengfei bore the brunt of the blame. Unbeknownst to him, Ye Mo had poisoned him, leaving him with six months to live.

The other officers were shocked. Even if Wu Zhengfei was a criminal, this was unprecedented.

…

"Brother, you killed him…," Tang Beiwei said, unsure if Ye Mo dared kill in a police station. Even if the officer was guilty, it was extreme.

Ye Mo smiled, "Without a confession, I'd be persecuted. But now I'm fine. Wu attacked you. If I didn't kill him, my power wouldn't grow. No one messes with my sister."

"Brother…" Tang Beiwei clutched his hand.

"Let's go to your school," Ye Mo said, hailing a cab.

They arrived at Shi University within ten minutes. He Qi stopped Ye Mo.

"You saved me! Thank you! I'm He Qi, Beiwei's classmate. Dinner? I also told my father." She had been waiting.

Ye Mo knew she didn't know about the mansion. He refused, "No need, I have things to do with Beiwei."

"Is Tang Beiwei your girlfriend? She's beautiful! You're lucky! My father will handle Qian He," He Qi said, intrigued by Ye Mo's connection to her rescue.

Ye Mo doubted He Qi's father could subdue Qian He; Nie Wubian's power dwarfed a city official.

"You dared touch Qian He's woman?" Zhang He sneered. He was annoyed by Ye Mo's presence, especially considering Qian He's inaction regarding Tang Beiwei.

He Qi retorted, "Zhang He, stay out of it. There will be one less He in Tan Du. My father will deal with Qian He."

Zhang He was surprised she escaped. He doubted He Qi's father's capability.

Ye Mo coldly regarded Zhang He, suspecting a connection to Nie Wubian.

Zhang He threatened, "You think I won’t get you arrested?"

Ye Mo slapped Zhang He twice, knocking him to the ground.

"Now call the police," Ye Mo said, wiping his hands before discarding his handkerchief.

A blue sports car screeched to a halt.