CHAPTER 330: CHAPTER 319: FRIENDSHIP AND LOVE

"I’m afraid it’s very difficult for me to do this for you. This person is like a dragon that only shows its head but not its tail, finding him is not an easy task." Hua Qingyi interrupted Hassan: "I still advise you, instead of waiting for the military doctor, it would be more reliable to find a few more well-known doctors." After speaking, he waved to the people behind him and got into the car with Xiao Lin and the others.

First, he witnessed the splendid sunrise in the east, and on the same day, Hua Qingyi also saw it disappear into the clouds. Nature is so fickle, you can’t grasp a trace of it, it’s like a woman’s face, sometimes sunny and sometimes cloudy.

The pilot was connecting to Dragon Soul Headquarters, he didn’t take a special channel but used a simple public line. He believed this wouldn’t attract attention. Although this was an advantage, the disadvantage was also obvious—it was too slow, needing to go through one review after another.

Xiao Lin waited patiently.

About half an hour later, the pilot connected to the Dragon Soul Headquarters: "General, it’s ready!"

"Boy, why did it take you so long to find me!" The familiar loud voice came from the other end of the earpiece, still a bit deep, but it was clear he was in good health.

"Master is as healthy as ever." Xiao Lin made a face at Hua Qingyi, who was admiring the sun. The two of them made quite a fuss for Dragon Soul’s leader when they first joined Dragon Soul.

"How’s that kid Hua Qingyi?"

"He’s fine!" Xiao Lin waved at Hua Qingyi, but was refused: "Master, we haven’t grasped Military Advisor’s whereabouts yet, but I need Dragon Soul’s support domestically."

"Oh?" A low response came from the other end of the earpiece.

Xiao Lin’s voice became serious: "A batch of high-concentration drugs will enter the market. The direction hasn’t been completely locked, and I need your support over there, but don’t startle the snake."

"Boy, what are you stirring up over there?"

"Xiao Lin always acts with Dragon Soul’s principles in mind! Also, has there been any progress on that previous matter?" Xiao Lin was very concerned about the whereabouts of the metal box Chopin took out; no matter whose hands it ended up in, the outcome was obvious.

"The box, we did track it, but there was no trader, and the inside of the box was empty."

"How could that be?" After hearing this, Xiao Lin couldn’t help but raise his voice by several degrees.

"Boy, I’ll have someone continue to look into this matter, and as for your side, just go ahead and act." Lao Long said in a deep voice.

"Yes, Master, thank you, sir." After hanging up, Xiao Lin fell into silence.

"What’s wrong?" Hua Qingyi sat on the terrace, his feet dangling in mid-air: "Did something happen domestically?"

"The box Chopin took away didn’t contain those agents."

Was it intercepted, or handed over midway? He saw with his own eyes those things were handed to Chopin, and Hassan used Chopin’s special identity for smuggling contraband, so most likely they were moved after entering the country.

"Check where Chopin went first after entering the country and the list of all people on the plane with him that day, including the crew."

After pulling all the information from the system, the pilot gave this conclusion: "He directly returned to his residence and stayed until the third day before going out."

"Hmm!"

"There is no direct flight from Jordan to Beijing, the problem is very likely at the transit point."

"I don’t think so." Hua Qingyi put away his casual demeanor and sat earnestly on the terrace: "Firstly, all of Chopin’s actions clearly show he is on our side;

Secondly, when Chopin’s identity was revealed in front of the boss, he didn’t offer any explanation, which doesn’t make sense, perhaps you don’t have any special relationship, but the farther apart you are, the more explanations would be apparent, he clearly did not do so;

Thirdly, you discovered Chopin’s identity because you broke into the villa that night, as a cunning old fox like Hassan, he would never choose to take risks, you mentioned Hassan went to Chopin that night to ask if it was him, which also fully proves that Hassan didn’t really believe Chopin;

Fourthly, Chopin is an international musician with an annual income that could feed him for several lifetimes, does he need to take this risk? Plus, he knows very well that bringing contraband into the country is a capital offense;

Fifthly, there’s a detail, I wonder if you noticed, you mentioned he said the box shouldn’t be confiscated in his hands, meaning he very likely was coerced."

Hua Qingyi said a lot at once, and each point was spot on. Xiao Lin listened carefully and, after a brief consideration, said calmly, "I think we might need to investigate the people around Chopin. He’s quite popular, rarely makes enemies, and is very friendly. Perhaps he has some unspoken issues."

"Pilot!"

"Yes, General. I’ll immediately notify the Dragon Soul Information Department back home to closely monitor those around Chopin." The pilot reacted promptly.

"No, Pilot!" Xiao Lin shook his head. This matter could stop here; he trusted that Lao Long had already started preparations. They just needed to send over the data and analysis results.

"General, what’s the matter?"

"That’s what I’m asking you!" Xiao Lin squinted, and Hua Qingyi suddenly felt a chill down his spine. Typically, when Xiao Lin had this tone and expression, it meant he was about to lose his temper. If you were smart at this moment, the outcome wouldn’t be too bad, but it seemed our pilot wasn’t that smart.

"Is there something I need to be questioned about?" The pilot rubbed his head, starting to play dumb.

"What’s your duty being stationed at the headquarters?"

"To collect all pertinent information, maintain contact with the headquarters, and mobilize all useful resources to provide the General with the best route and a comfortable living environment." The pilot lifted his chin with an expression of supreme arrogance, amusing Xiao Lin.

"Collect all information! Did I hear that right just now?"

"Yes, General."

"Then why, given the knowledge, did you not report it?" Xiao Lin’s voice suddenly turned icy cold, penetrating the pilot’s heart.

"General!" The pilot drooped his head. He knew he couldn’t hide it from Xiao Lin. From the moment he received the report, he had been in a state of panic, worried about leaking anything. It’s a critical time, and causing more trouble now could have disastrous consequences. He took out a magnetic card from his bag and handed it to Xiao Lin, "This is the information sent over by Xiao Lang."

Xiao Lin inserted the SD card into his phone, revealing detailed reports.

Hua Qingyi watched Xiao Lin’s face change from pale to red, then from red to black. Judging by his face, the content on the card must be explosive, and it had awoken the murderous intent in the beast in front of him.

"I’m going out for a bit. When Shaoqing returns, let him wait for me. None of you are to follow, including Miao Shaoqing."

The whole of Amman was shrouded in clouds, leaving the city somber without sunlight. Xiao Lin wandered aimlessly through the streets. The people here were unfamiliar, as were the sights and the air. Suddenly, he felt an urge to vent. Why come to such an unfamiliar environment? He was no longer with Dragon Soul, so why was he here? He cried out in his heart, but the reasons were unspeakable because he was a military doctor, because he was the military advisor’s best friend, because the missing person was the military advisor.

His hand in his pocket had clenched into a fist. Just now, he felt an urge to return, even if just for a day, to go back to his woman, to his home. She must be crying at this moment, and he was so far away, unaware.

Xiao Lang’s report was very detailed, not missing a single detail. After he had caused an explosion, Xia Xue was inexplicably hunted again. He should not have left her side at this time, and the fugitive Zhang Ting was always a ticking time bomb. Poison Dragon was still at large. Although the last explosion couldn’t be specifically pinned on anyone, it couldn’t be ruled out as Poison Dragon’s doing. If the two collaborated and he wasn’t by Xia Xue’s side, what would happen?

Xiao Lin was plunged into unprecedented agony, unable to choose between two sides. His heart inclined more towards Xia Xue, and worry was evident on his face. He had an impulse to cry. On one side was friendship, on the other was love. How to choose?

"Kid! Don’t you watch where you’re walking?" At the sudden angry shout, Xiao Lin was bewildered! He hadn’t even comprehended the situation before he was punched hard in the face.

"What are you looking at?"

"Why did you hit me?" Rubbing his face with the back of his hand, the punch seemed strong, but in fact, the force had greatly reduced by the time it reached his skin. From a medical perspective, this person was a hollow shell, with power but very superficial; it was empty inside and out.

"Your mother didn’t teach you to watch where you’re walking, did she? Don’t you know you knocked someone down?" The man, seeing that his opponent was dazed, guessed he might have punched him silly, became even more brash, "You injured my brother’s arm, how much are you planning to pay?"

Xiao Lin glanced at him, "Are you Orientals?"

"Damn it, what does it matter to you where I’m from? Just get the medical expenses out, and you can go, or take it to the police, and it won’t end well for you." Another man, with a vicious expression, shouted in English with a Shandong accent.

"You’ve already punched me once."

"So what?" The previous man stepped up. He looked barely twenty, thin and small, without much weight, seemingly easy to handle, "I see you’re new here, I advise you not to cause trouble. Give some money and it’s settled." (To be continued. If you like this work, you’re welcome to visit Qidian (qidian.com) to cast recommendation votes and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)