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Chapter 165

Stirring Things Up on a Livestream

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"Brother, I was wrong!"

Weren't you being very assertive just now?

"I'm the kind of person who likes to tell little lies and exaggerate a bit."

The leader of the swindlers tugged at his skin, forcing a smile that looked more like a grimace.

I can't help but laugh, but I just can't bring myself to.

It hurts so much!

This whip, was it soaked in chili oil? Otherwise, why would it cause someone to convulse in pain?

"There's nothing wrong with being a braggart, is there?"

Xu Yi stroked his chin.

Upon hearing this, the leader of the swindlers was immediately moved to tears.

No wonder he was given the imperial robe; he speaks so eloquently and is so understanding.

"Brother, you're absolutely right! Bragging really isn't illegal!"

"Then what's the deal with this pile of cards?"

With a light flick Xu Yi his whip, enhanced by the Shu Dao Mountain Whip Technique, more than a dozen cards appeared on the ground.

This card looks familiar.

Holy crap, isn't that the ten million bounty he just offered to put on a show?

The scammer leader was dumbfounded.

You could explain this by saying it was bragging, but how do you explain it now?

"Besides loving to brag, I also love spending a little money..."

The leader of the swindlers said dryly.

Can this reason be used? Can it be believed?

"Spending a little money doesn't seem like a sin, right?"

Xu Yi said.

My brother believed it!

My brother is so understanding!

The scammer leader was moved!

Snap!

A whip lashed the leader of the swindlers on the head, nearly knocking him unconscious.

"Brother, didn't you say it wasn't going too far? Why did you hit me?"

"I did say I wouldn't go too far, but when did I ever say I wouldn't hit you?"

Xu Yi spoke again, unleashing his full power with the double whips, and the entire arena was filled with Leehom's background music!

Clap clap clap!

Full power!

The others were stunned to see their leader rolling around in pain after being beaten.

My older brother is understanding, but it seems a bit unlikely that he is truly understanding.

"Brothers, am I up to par?"

While Xu Yi was engrossed in his scheme, his older brother Han Tao was attending an Anti-Fraud Thematic Report.

The attendees are all high-ranking figures, and today's report serves as a showcase of our progress, which will not only be reported nationwide but also include a ranking announcement.

Reward excellence, criticize mediocrity.

There were thirty or forty attendees, all with extremely serious expressions. Han Tao sat among them, his face solemn and seemingly composed, but only he knew the unease he felt.

"Han Tao, I heard there have been quite a few fraud cases in your area recently. Have the perpetrators been caught yet?"

Just as Han Tao was secretly groaning, a voice rang out from the side.

Han Tao looked back, his expression unchanged, but he couldn't help but curse inwardly.

The speaker was none other than his rival, Wei Dongfeng.

The two are of similar age and experience, and hold the same position in neighboring cities.

They see each other all the time on ordinary days and always have smiles on their faces, but when it comes to competition, they never let each other off easy.

"Fraud cases are complex; are they so easily resolved?"

Han Tao snorted coldly, and seeing Wei Dongfeng immediately smile, he became even more displeased.

"If I can't, does that mean you're better than me?"

"We can't do it either, but as long as we're ahead of you in line, that's fine!"

Wei Dongfeng grinned and touched the few sparse hairs on his head.

Seeing this, Han Tao was filled with hatred but felt helpless, yet there was nothing he could do.

Fraud cases are complex and difficult to handle, and the key issue is that victims may not cooperate.

Many colleagues who handle cases not only have to endure tremendous psychological pressure, but also suffer from the torment of the victims.

How can you reason with this?

With various difficulties, solving these cases has always been very troublesome, making them one of the most difficult types of cases to handle.

Han Tao also wanted to improve the ability to solve fraud cases, but the problem could not be shifted by people's emotions.

"It's time to start compiling the rankings!"

Just as Han Tao was lost in thought, the meeting came to an end.

Han Tao instantly felt uneasy.

Wei Dongfeng, standing to the side, wore a smug expression and occasionally chuckled gloatingly.

Since the results were already out, no amount of anxiety could change the fact, so he simply gave up and settled down.

As long as Han Tao is there to shield him, he won't be publicly criticized nationwide unless he comes in last place.

He couldn't bear the thought of losing face in front of the whole country; that was something Han Tao would have to experience.

"Han Tao, I heard you have a younger brother who's an internet celebrity. If you're really embarrassed, have him campaign for you?"

Perhaps still not satisfied, Wei Dongfeng started making sarcastic remarks again.

"You can criticize me, but why drag my brother into it?"

Han Tao frowned.

"Your temper's gotten worse, huh? Why aren't you as good at solving cases? Why are you ranked behind me?"

Wei Dongfeng continued his sarcastic remarks.

"Wei Dongfeng, don't go too far. The brothers have done their best to solve the case, and we will definitely catch him. Today is just a progress report, not a final conclusion. Don't use this as an excuse to insult us!"

Han Tao slammed his fist on the table and stood up, instantly drawing everyone's attention.

"Han Tao, what are you doing? This is a fraud briefing, not your home where you can just shout!"

The Old Senior presiding over the meeting glared at Han Tao.

Upon hearing this, Han Tao gritted his teeth and remained silent.

The Old Senior who was speaking had once saved his life and was considered half his teacher, so he couldn't take his anger out on Old Senior.

"Yeah, yeah, Han Tao, why are you so short-tempered? Why aren't you this passionate when you're solving cases?"

Wei Dongfeng gloated and continued to stab him in the back.

The Old Senior frowned, also feeling that Wei Dongfeng had gone a bit too far, but he didn't speak up for him.

If anyone's to blame, it's Han Tao for not doing his job properly.

"Wei Dongfeng, calm down. Are your results really that good?"

The Old Senior patted the table.

"Old Senior, my grades aren't good, but at least they're better than Han Tao's, right?"

Wei Dongfeng shrugged, completely unconcerned.

No sooner had he finished speaking than Han Tao's phone rang.

"Secretary, please turn on the live stream! Your brother is trending again!"

Someone sent a message.

Han Tao frowned upon seeing this.

"I'm in a meeting, don't you know? I don't have time to watch live streams."

"Secretary, this isn't just any live stream. Your brother has broken into Scam Den and is live-streaming himself teaching the Scammer a lesson!"

Ah?

Teach Scammer a lesson?

Is my Underling really that powerful?

Upon seeing the message, Han Tao was instantly stunned.

"Old Senior, you're still defending Han Tao? Look at his attitude! He's ranked last, yet he's watching the live stream and casually playing on his phone. Does he even have the attitude to admit his mistake?"

Seeing Han Tao playing on his phone, Wei Dongfeng immediately started being sarcastic again.

"Han Tao, what are you doing? Is your phone that good-looking? Let us all take a look!"

The Old Senior immediately frowned. Han Tao had gone too far. He directly ordered the staff to snatch Han Tao's phone and connect it to the big screen.

"Han Tao, you've not only embarrassed yourself today, you should be prepared to write a self-criticism!"

Wei Dongfeng chuckled strangely.

However, he suddenly froze for a moment.

Han Tao showed neither anger nor unease, but rather a slightly strange expression.

"A self-criticism?"

"Someone may want to write it, but the person who will write the self-criticism may not be me."

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