Chapter 141

The Rock platform took off and flew away from the area at high speed.

These Iron Anchor Gang members can be dealt with by the Lungmen Guard Department or the Rat King later. They can agree on the procedures themselves.

Unsure of the extent of the Jade Shield's influence, Shi Lei hurried to meet up with Chen.

Water Gate Warehouse.

"Superintendent Chan, I'm begging you!"

Just as Chen Li Baofa, she suddenly heard footsteps approaching from afar.

She looked in the direction of the sound and saw Mudrock, who was not wearing armor and carrying an iron hammer, and several infected people.

Chen, unwilling to involve unrelated individuals in this incident, issued a warning:

"Get out of here! There's a bomb inside!"

Upon hearing this, one of the infected individuals brandished a detonator and smiled reassuringly:

"Officer Chen, don't worry. We've taken care of all the guys lying in wait outside. What's the situation between you and this man? Do you need our help?"

Having confirmed that the crisis was over, Chen gripped Chi Xiao. In a split second, she shattered the detonator that Li Baofa dropped from several meters away.

"No need, it's already taken care of. Let's go, there are explosives inside, we need to talk outside first."

As soon as everyone arrived outside the warehouse, they saw Shi Lei and Texas descend from the sky.

With its master's arrival, Mudrock, now brimming with vitality, felt extremely happy.

So far, she has saved over 400,000 Lungmen Dollars. Once she gets her salary in early July, she'll be able to buy the warehouse next to the other party's.

"I just took down the Iron Anchor Gang. How's everything here?"

Upon hearing this news, Li Baofa's eyes widened, his face filled with disbelief. But since it was Zhongli who spoke, nothing was impossible:

"Mister Zhongli, have you seen my mother? The Iron Anchor Gang kidnapped my mother and threatened me to lure Superintendent Chen out."

Shi Lei had no recollection of this at all. After whispering a few words to Texas, he spoke up:

"I'm sorry, I haven't seen her. But you can go to the Iron Anchor Gang now and let the gang leader answer you personally where your mother is hiding."

Having said that, he raised his hand and summoned Rock platform of more than forty square meters, extending an invitation to everyone:

"Come on, all of you, get on. I'll take you to the Iron Anchor Gang."

The infected individuals looked at each other, their expressions suggesting great hesitation.

Texas, disregarding what others thought, took the lead and stood to Shi Lei's right. Mudrock followed closely behind, standing to its master's left. Chen also wanted to go and see, so she stepped forward. The five infected individuals and Li Baofa were the last to ascend the Rock platform.

Looking back and seeing that everyone had boarded, Shi Lei activated the Rock platform to fly. Such powerful Originium Arts drew gasps of amazement from the Infected.

The Chixiao Sword at Chen's waist began to tremble uncontrollably again. This forced her to retreat to the edge and stand with the other infected individuals.

"Officer Chen, do you remember me?"

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An infected person initiated a conversation, saying:

"The inhibitor you gave me last time worked quite well. I injected some when I had Originium-related illness flare-up, and my condition improved quickly. Officer Chen, thank you so much."

"It's good that it works. Next time I'll..."

Upon hearing Chen's words, the infected person was startled and quickly interrupted:

"Officer Chen, please don't bring me more next time. I know that stuff is very expensive, at least 100,000 yuan a vial in the city. I have Old Man and children to support at home, so I don't have the money to pay you back. I'll use that medicine sparingly, so please don't spend any more money on it."

Chen's feelings were somewhat complicated, and she didn't say anything more.

There are far too many infected people in the Slums, and most of them are treated very poorly. Only a small number of able-bodied young infected people are recruited by local gangs. Their treatment is slightly better than that of ordinary gang members, but not by much.

Seeing that Chen remained silent, the infected person assumed she was feeling down and offered words of comfort:

"Officer Chen, I remember today is the day the Lungmen Guard Department opens its branch in the Slums. I have work to do today and can't get away. Otherwise, I would definitely go and show my support. But many people think you're just trying to attract attention and make a name for yourself by doing something impossible."

Because you helped me, I know you genuinely want to help those infected. But everyone else is reacting this way, you must be very sad.

Chen twitched the corners of her mouth, feeling that her previous efforts had not been in vain:

"Thanks."

"Not at all, Officer Chen. I should be the one thanking you. I heard the Infected Residency Act didn't pass, please don't be sad about it. You're not infected yourself, yet you're still working hard for those infected. Everyone sees your dedication and is very grateful to you. It's just that the situation here is too complicated, and we never really expected the bill to pass. Knowing that there are people like you willing to speak up for us is enough."

Standing next to the infected person, Li Baofa seized the opportunity to apologize to Chen:

"Superintendent Chan, I'm sorry. I didn't know you were carrying so much. It's my fault."

"It's alright, Ah Fa, I don't blame you. If my family were kidnapped, I might do the same thing as you."

"Oh, thank goodness you're alright, otherwise I would feel guilty for the rest of my life. But Superintendent Chen, what I told you before was the truth. The Lungmen Guard Department is not suitable to open a branch in the Slums right now. It's a den of iniquity and shady businesses are rampant here. Many things can't be brought to light. It's far too early for you to move into the Slums now."

"Is it early?" Shi Lei turned around at the sound of the voice and looked at the crowd, "If these shady businesses are harmful to the Slums, then we should find a way to eradicate them."

205 The Master's Mission (4K)

Many Slums areas rely on shady gray-market industries for profit, with complete related supply chains. These products are typically sold directly to the Upper City, with only a small portion flowing to other regions.

Even with the Lungmen Guard Department's presence, Chen only wanted to improve the lives of the local residents and those infected. She hadn't yet established a firm foothold, and cracking down on the gray industries in the Slums was still too early.

Are you serious?

If someone else said that, Chen would take it as a joke. But if it's Shi Lei, it's different.

Because he really could do it.

"Currently, we have this idea."

Shi Lei has been in the present for half a year. He has feelings for all the people he has met, for Penguin Logistics, and even for the Lungmen where he is now.

He shares a similar view with Chen in some respects, both hoping that the people of Lungmen will live better lives than before.

"This is a serious matter, and it's not something I can just eradicate at will. If the gray industry is completely destroyed, how will the local people maintain their income? This is something I need to seriously consider before I take action. I can't just walk away after defeating the villains in a video game, leaving behind a mess that no one can clean up."

Upon hearing this, Chen nodded in agreement.

How to get people in Slums to accept the destruction of the gray industry chain and how to increase their income are very real and unavoidable issues.

She secretly sized up the man before her, feeling a sense of awe that he had changed dramatically in Three Days Apart. The current Shi Lei bore no resemblance to a homeless man.

He has become more mature and steady, and his perspective on things has become more long-term. He is a very reliable person.

Knowing that she was lacking in this area, Chen bowed slightly and humbly asked for guidance:

"Shi Lei, do you have any good suggestions?"

"Hehe, I wouldn't call it advice. But before we act, it's necessary to discuss it with the Rat King. Miss Beatrix hired me and Texas to help you solve the problems you've encountered. Regarding the Lungmen Guard Department's presence, you can ask Mudrock and the Infected. I believe their answers will be enlightening. If the effect is not obvious, I will add more information."

Rescuing Afa's mother now is outside the scope of the commission; it's a personal act of heroism. As for contacting the Rat King, that's the third matter. How about we go to the Lin Residence together after we've dealt with the first two?"

"No problem, thank you for your help."

Chen politely thanked them, and then asked Mudrock and the infected people several questions that were of great concern to them.

From the locals

In the middle of that, she resolved her doubts. The timing of the Lungmen Guard Department's entry into the Slums was indeed a bit too early. This situation of being ignored wouldn't improve in the short term.

She lowered her eyes, pondering whether the Lungmen Guard Department should withdraw from the Slums. But before that, Chen wanted to take down several gangs that were harassing the people. Even the smallest bit of help would be worthwhile.

Before long, the Rock platform descended into the central hall of the Iron Anchor Gang.

One by one, the gang members were forcibly held in place by the rocks. Chen and the infected people who witnessed this scene found it incredible.

"Their leader is here. Come with me."

Shi Lei led the group to Brother Shen, the leader of the Iron Anchor Gang. Li Baofa, agitated, grabbed Brother Shen by the collar and hurled a vulgar Lungmen:

"**Where did you lock my mother up?"

Shi Lei removed the Rock Block that was holding Brother Shen's chin in place so that the other man could speak normally.

"Speak up, answer me!"

"Friend, don't kill me! The person you're looking for is at another base; I can lead the way there."

Shi Lei was going to take Chen to discuss some matters with Lin Gerei and didn't have time to participate in the rescue. He then glanced at Mudrock in the crowd.

"Mudrock, could you please go with him to the other outposts to rescue people? I don't trust anyone else with this kind of thing. It'll be much safer with you here."

As expected, the Iron Anchor Gang also had members stationed at other strongholds. It would be risky for an ordinary person to force their way through, but there was no such concern if it was handed over to her.

Mudrock is now free of armor, yet she can still summon Magic Shield. With her ability to summon Stone Statues alone, wouldn't taking down a gang outpost be a piece of cake?

Mudrock took this task very seriously. She clutched her heart with her right hand and assured Shi Lei:

"It is my honor to share your burdens. Please rest assured that I will not make any mistakes this time!"

Ever since she accidentally let Lappland escape last time, she had felt guilty. Especially since this was her master's mission, she couldn't afford to mess it up.

If summoning the White Stone Golem fails to resolve the battle, Mudrock is willing to sacrifice a small portion of its life to summon the Redstone Golem to ensure its master's mission can be successfully completed.

"Relax, don't put too much pressure on yourself. Mudrock, I believe in you."

Shi Lei patted Mudrock on the shoulder and instructed:

"Officer Chen and I have other matters to attend to, so we'll be leaving now. Thank you for today, I'll come back to the outpost to see you another day."

"Yes, sir, I'll go right now!"

Afa repeatedly thanked Shi Lei, and then followed Mudrock and the infected people out of the main gate of the Iron Anchor Gang.

Shi Lei had no intention of releasing these gang members from their restraints; he planned to hand them over to the Rat King later. With a thought, he summoned a large Rock platform out of thin air.

This time, without Shi Lei even having to greet them, Texas and Chen came up on their own. Shi Lei then drove them to Lin Gerei's residence.

Looking down from the Rock platform, one sees buildings stacked like tofu blocks. Compared to the Upper City, the buildings in the Slums are generally not very tall. In terms of population density within a certain area, this place far surpasses Syracuse.

Chen Huijie had known Lin Yuxia for a long time, but had never met the Rat King, Lin Gerui. She had met him once before, thanks to Shi Lei, but they didn't talk much; she just borrowed Lin Yuxia's phone to call Wei Yanwu.

Today, I've benefited from Shi Lei's influence once again.

Communicating with decision-makers in Slums would be more effective than soliciting opinions from ordinary citizens.

There are no road congestion problems in the Rock platform; the air is unobstructed, and direct flights save time.

Soon, they landed in front of the Lin Residence.

Shi Lei was a guest today, so he didn't fly straight into the courtyard, as that would have been offensive.

After being informed by the guard, the three were allowed to enter.

Lin Gerei took Shi Lei's visit very seriously and went to the living room to greet him. He was not only a friend of his daughter, but also someone worth getting to know better and cultivating a relationship with.

The wrinkles at the corners of the Rat King's eyes overlapped, revealing a kind and approachable smile:

"Mr. Shi, please come in."

Lin Gerei's gaze swept behind him and he immediately spotted Texas and the Dragon Horn woman holding the Chixiao Sword.

This sword originally belonged to Wei Yenwu. In other words, she is Chen, Wei Yenwu's niece.

Shi Lei brought her here specifically to pay her respects, most likely because it was related to the Lungmen Guard Department's move into the Slums.

At a glance, Lin Gerei guessed their purpose. But he saw through it but didn't say anything, maintaining a smile on his face and greeting them like an ordinary old man:

"It will be lunchtime in two hours, Mr. Shi. Would you do me the honor of having a simple meal with us?"

I'll tell Yuxia to go home early later; she'll be very happy to know you're coming.

Chen frowned slightly upon hearing this, not really wanting to see her. But she needed her help right now and couldn't refuse.

"Okay, then I'm sorry to bother you today."

When someone invited him to dinner, Shi Lei had no reason to refuse and readily agreed.

After the maid poured the three of them hot tea with wisps of white steam rising from it, he went straight to the point and stated the purpose of his visit:

"Old Mr. Lin, I've come here today to ask you a few questions."

"No problem, feel free to ask."