novelraw Chapter 811 828: Following the Trail
Chapter 811 828: Following the Trail
Everything is now completely under Lin Mu's control."Mayor Liu, please keep an eye on Shen Ji Yang!" Lin Mu said with a smile.
"Lin Mu, go ahead, do your job well, and don't disgrace Old Liu!" Liu Yuanzhong replied with a laugh, feeling a bit worried inside. Although he trusted Lin Mu, it was impossible not to feel a little anxious!
After all, he's the parent official of Wancheng. In his sensitive position, every word and deed are watched by countless eyes. If things go well, Liu Yuanzhong will receive endless credit. If not, he would have disgraced himself. It can be said that his future is now in Lin Mu's hands!
After Lin Mu finished explaining things, he called in two security guards from outside the Mayor's office to assist in watching Shen Ji Yang, then he left the City Government. He contemplated the breakthrough point in Shen Ji Yang's case and decided to call Qi Manlin!
This operation cannot rely only on West District police. They need insiders on the police force, and Lin Mu also wants to transfer the case to East District with Qi Manlin. After all, Shen Ji Yang is the director in West District, and it's hard to handle if the case remains there. It's relatively easier to manage it on Qi Manlin's side.
At this moment, the matter is not only related to himself but also involves Mayor Liu. Since Lin Mu brought Mayor Liu into this, there can't be any mistakes. If there are, Shen Ji Yang might escape, and it would also tarnish Mayor Liu's reputation. Although it won't cause significant negative impact on Mayor Liu, it wouldn't look good for him, making it difficult to ask people for favors in the future!
Thus, Lin Mu has one outcome in mind — success. It must be guaranteed without any errors, which is why Lin Mu is so cautious. Using Qi Manlin's police force is a safeguard; in uncertain circumstances, a safeguard is better than handling everything on his own!
Qi Manlin received Lin Mu's call and agreed immediately without much thought!
For some reason, the Chief Police Officer seems more and more fond of participating in anti-crime operations. Perhaps she wants to prove whether her skills have improved?
Of course, Lin Mu did not make the Chief Police Officer bring too many people. Quality matters more than quantity, and they are all her trusted subordinates. Lin Mu made a simple arrangement over the phone, saying they received a temporary order from their superiors to cooperate with West District police in a joint operation!
In cases of insufficient police force, cooperation is common, so it won't arouse suspicion. After arranging things with Qi Manlin, Lin Mu called Huo Yanggen!
Illegal operations at Xinyuan Dance Hall can't continue tonight because of police searches. To prove Xinyuan Dance Hall has no issues, no illegal activities can be conducted. Huo Yanggen assured that everything was done according to Lin Mu's instructions...
That evening, Lin Mu drove to Wancheng West District Police Academy. Officers involved in the operation were gathered there by their squad captains, and Shen Ji Yang's absence did not raise any suspicion. Lin Mu parked his car, exchanged brief words with several squad captains from West District, and then proceeded to Xinyuan Dance Hall!
Business at Xinyuan Dance Hall remained booming at night, with luxury cars filling the parking lot. The dance floor on the first level was crowded, with young people from various professions swaying their bodies, venting the frustrations of daily life, and dispelling the exhaustion of the day!
Lin Mu sat in the car, watching the entrance of Xinyuan Dance Hall. He still had Shen Ji Yang's phone in his pocket, but it was silent. Nevertheless, Lin Mu estimated that someone would surely contact Shen Ji Yang from that side.
Several police cars stopped right at the dance hall's entrance. The West District squad captain sought Lin Mu's opinion, "Boss Lin, should we go in and search now, or wait a little longer?"
Previously, they received text messages from Lin Mu using Shen Ji Yang's phone, instructing unconditional cooperation with Lin Mu's actions. Thus, with Lin Mu taking over Shen Ji Yang's position, they naturally sought Lin Mu's opinion before acting.
Lin Mu sat in the car, took out a cigarette without hesitation, "Start the operation!"
The responsible squad captain nodded, then immediately took out the walkie-talkie and informed the others in the police cars, "Start the operation!"
Police officers in the cars received the notice, opened the doors, and under the captain's leadership, rushed into Xinyuan Dance Hall!
The security guard at the entrance had already informed the people inside the dance hall. Lin Mu sat in the car slowly smoking, exhaling thin streams of smoke. Following Shen Ji Yang's planned action time, those arranged individuals had already entered Xinyuan Dance Hall!
As for how the framing would be carried out, it was simple — they would place drugs in an inconspicuous spot in Xinyuan Dance Hall, and then let the police find them, leading naturally to the Heaven and Earth Society. Just then, Shen Ji Yang's phone vibrated with a text message!
Lin Mu's eyes lit up, quickly opened the message — it was simple, just the character "二", sent from an unknown number!
Holding his cigarette, Lin Mu called Huo Yanggen.
"Sect Leader Huo, have your people control all the rooms on the second floor. I suspect their people are there, don't let anyone come downstairs!" Lin Mu instructed over the phone.
"Got it, I'll arrange it immediately!" Huo Yanggen responded quickly over the phone.
After hanging up, Lin Mu hurried to call Qi Manlin.
"Sis, when will you arrive?" Lin Mu asked.
"We're already here!"
Lin Mu turned his head as a police car approached with the sound of sirens!
After hanging up, Lin Mu opened the car door and stepped out. Qi Manlin, along with several officers, also exited their vehicle!
"What's the situation?" Qi Manlin asked as she walked quickly over.
"Basically confirmed, they're likely on the second floor. Bring your people and head straight up there; maybe you'll find them. West District police are searching the first floor!" Lin Mu responded.
"Alright, follow me!"
Qi Manlin waved her hand, leading several officers into Xinyuan Dance Hall, while Lin Mu followed, puffing out a cloud of smoke. The first-floor music was already halted, and young men and women from the dance floor were gathered aside, with officers checking IDs one by one!
"What's the situation?" Lin Mu stepped forward to ask.
"Nothing found yet!" The responsible squad captain replied.
"Okay, then I'll check upstairs. You continue searching the first floor, call if you find anything!" Lin Mu instructed.