As Zhou Quan watched his wife leave, a gentle smile curved his lips.
He and Au Wing-yan had been married for more than ten years, and she had always shown great understanding and support for his work.
That undoubtedly left Zhou Quan deeply touched and heartened.
"Sergeant Lok, Zhou Quan here."
Putting away his smile, Zhou Quan answered Lok Ming-wah's call and teased him with a chuckle.
"Calling this early to disturb my sweet dreams-do you have some instructions for me?"
Zhou Quan did not stand on ceremony with Lok Ming-wah. They were old friends, after all.
Most importantly, although he did not yet know why Lok Ming-wah was calling,
he could be certain of one thing: this call definitely did not concern a major Hong Kong Government affair.
The reason was simple. If an emergency had occurred anywhere on Hong Kong Island,
he, the Police Force Number One, should have been the first to know.
Otherwise, the capabilities of Hong Kong Island's various intelligence departments, and even the National Security Department's Intelligence Group, would warrant serious scrutiny.
"Sir Kwan, I'm very sorry to disturb your rest."
Lok Ming-wah's slightly apologetic laughter came through the receiver.
Zhou Quan could not help pursing his lips. It was just as he had expected.
Judging by Lok Ming-wah's tone, this call could not possibly concern the Hong Kong Government.
"Go ahead, Sergeant Lok. We're all old friends."
His expression turning serious, Zhou Quan replied in a low voice, "If there's anything I can help with, I certainly won't refuse."
Even if he had his reservations, his friendship with Lok Ming-wah still counted for something.
If it was within his abilities, Zhou Quan would not turn Lok Ming-wah down.
"Sir Kwan, a little over two hours ago, Huo Zhaotang was kidnapped from the villa