Chapter 83: Chapter 80 Zhang Lu Achieves Great MeritZhang Lu hadn’t planned to keep Ye Fan’s secret. She spoke with caution, "Ye Fan, Snow Mastiff is a nationally wanted criminal. Taking him down is a significant achievement, and you’ll reap immense benefits. Have you really thought about not taking credit for it?"

    "I don’t care." Ye Fan’s voice was cold and hard, "You can take the credit. The information from Snow Mastiff’s mouth will be vital. Letting him face legal justice will greatly enhance the police’s reputation, and Huaxia’s international standing will correspondingly rise. After all, Snow Mastiff is wanted worldwide. I have just one request: don’t let anyone know it was me who did it."

    "I don’t take credit for others’ achievements; it’s an insult to me." Zhang Lu restrained her anger. She had inexplicably received credit when she first arrived in Dongfang City, something she still resented. How could she now take credit for Ye Fan’s work?

    "How about this: consider it a deal between us. You get credited for taking down Snow Mastiff, and if I ever have any trouble, I’ll ask you for help. Does that work?" Ye Fan conceded.

    Zhang Lu hesitated for a while before responding firmly, "Okay, it’s settled then."

    She had no choice but to agree. She knew Ye Fan’s character—short-tempered and stern, never one to compromise. That he was negotiating how to handle Snow Mastiff was already a significant concession in her favor, so she couldn’t bring herself to coldly refuse.

    Even though she didn’t know why Ye Fan was doing this, capturing Snow Mastiff was undoubtedly an enormous accomplishment.

    After Ye Fan disclosed the specific location, the call was finally concluded.

    "This guy is becoming more and more mysterious. I already suspected he was the one who incapacitated those six Poisonous Spider assassins, but I had no evidence. Previously, I blindly received credit; now I’m going to take credit again. I know when he says to come to him if I need help, it’s just talk, but since he’s solemn about it, I’ll have to keep it secret. In the future, I’ll show more care to Chu Mengyao’s company as a form of gratitude."

    Zhang Lu pondered, filled with curiosity about Ye Fan. She knew how formidable Snow Mastiff was; even she wasn’t entirely confident about capturing him. Yet, Ye Fan managed to deal with Snow Mastiff so effortlessly, which was truly astounding.

    Outside Zhang Lu’s office, several detectives were whispering to each other.

    "The Captain slammed the desk again."

    "Yeah, every time it’s because of anger or frustration. I wonder what’s going on this time?"

    "This must be the eighth desk. Who knows why the Captain likes slamming desks so much." Sёar?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

    "The Captain is so powerful; a little force from him, and the desk shatters."

    "Let’s go find Old Wang and get a new desk for the Captain. Anyway, it’s on the organization’s tab. Let the Captain vent on the desk all he wants—better the desk than on us."

    "That makes sense."

    As the detectives were whispering, Zhang Lu opened the door and came out, saying loudly, "Xiao Liu, Xiao Wu, you two go to this location and drag Snow Mastiff’s body back for me. Also, take a few medical staff with you. Don’t let Snow Mastiff die."

    "It’s just a Snow Mastiff; no need to make such a big deal of it. I can handle it myself. It’s a little embarrassing to trouble medical staff for a beast. Once I drag Snow Mastiff back, we can all have hotpot together." Xiao Liu said with a laugh.

    To the detectives, Snow Mastiff was just an animal. They hadn’t associated it with the codename of the assassin Snow Mastiff.

    How could they? The mysterious and eerie Snow Mastiff, after killing Zhang Daya in a heavily guarded prison, had vanished without a trace. How could he have been caught so quickly? Who would believe it? Who had the ability to bring Snow Mastiff to justice?

    "Xiao Liu, go into the confinement room. Xiao Wu, take your team to execute the task and be quick. I’ll say it again, Snow Mastiff has been apprehended. After dragging him back, cut some meat for Xiao Liu to eat. Anyone else who wants to join in, feel free to sign up." Zhang Lu commanded boldly.

    The detectives were stunned into respect and surprise.

    "Yes, Captain, we’ll complete the mission." Xiao Wu saluted.

    "Captain, I’ll go to the confinement room after this task." Xiao Liu said, running off shamefaced to carry out the task.

    "Snow Mastiff has been caught!!!"

    "Who did it?"

    The police station was in an uproar, bustling with discussions.

    Soon after, Snow Mastiff, under custody, entered the police station. The sight of his double leg fractures shocked the detectives. They couldn’t understand how such injuries were caused. Even with their professional scrutiny, they couldn’t figure it out. Snow Mastiff was barely breathing; had it not been for timely rescue, he would have bled to death.

    Director Luo hurried to Zhang Lu’s side, thanking her, "Captain Zhang, thanks to your brilliant strategy, Snow Mastiff has been captured. You’ve done an outstanding job, and I’ve already reported to higher-ups to credit you formally."

    "A public trial for Snow Mastiff is the best closure for those he once harmed."

    "Moreover, our Huaxia police can hold their heads high, having captured Snow Mastiff. The impact of this is huge."

    Director Luo was overjoyed. Having such a dangerous individual as Snow Mastiff hidden in his jurisdiction had been his worry. He didn’t know how Snow Mastiff had been apprehended, but all the credit was attributed to Zhang Lu. Only someone with Zhang Lu’s skills could subdue Snow Mastiff. To prevent Zhang Lu from refusing the credit, he had already reported it.

    With mixed feelings, Zhang Lu could only accept the credit.

    From Director Luo’s perspective, Zhang Lu must have secretly arranged for a formidable figure to capture Snow Mastiff. His respect for Zhang Lu deepened, and he murmured to himself, "Indeed, someone from Zhongnanhai is extraordinary."

    After Director Luo left, Zhang Lu stood in a daze, caught between laughter and tears.

    Zhang Lu’s phone rang. Seeing the caller ID, she hurriedly answered, "Captain, what are your instructions?"

    She was referring to the leader of the Zhongnanhai bodyguards.

    "Zhang Lu, well done. You’ve brought glory to us by capturing Snow Mastiff. Even the leaders praised you," the Captain praised loudly.

    "It’s all thanks to the organization’s training. I just got lucky." Zhang Lu replied humbly, though she felt an unspoken fury rise within. Were it not for helping Ye Fan keep his identity hidden, she wouldn’t have taken the credit. Now she was famous, with even the organization’s top echelons taking notice.

    "Don’t be modest. I’ve seen your efforts. First, capturing the six Poisonous Spider assassins and then taking down three snipers, and now even Snow Mastiff—when you complete this task and return to the organization, I will personally celebrate you," the Captain said with a robust voice.

    "Oh," Zhang Lu responded with a bitter smile.

    "What’s wrong? You don’t sound right," the Captain questioned.

    "Nothing," Zhang Lu replied firmly.

    "That’s my soldier. I expect good news from you. Finish the task of protecting Zhao Shiyan and her father beautifully, and report back to the organization," the Captain shouted.

    "Yes," Zhang Lu replied loudly.

    After the call with the Captain, another call from Old Fu came through. Zhang Lu immediately turned solemn, receiving more praise.

    Inside, Zhang Lu felt bitter. Aside from taking down the three Poisonous Spider snipers, the other credits had virtually nothing to do with her.