Chapter 168: Talking with Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning
Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning couldn't even speak before they hopped onto the cute EV with Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi.
Perhaps this time Tang Ziyi was exhausted, she didn't even bother to quarrel with her about who had the wheels.
Ling Qingyu drove and heard Yang Qingyue's voice. "Filthy rich. Having this large area of land and buildings. You've done well at your age."
"Com'on. It's not like with your background, your family didn't own it." Ling Qingyu retorted. She understood Yang Qingyue's words meant to compliment her deeds.
"That's family, not a single person. And in the capital, it's very hard for my family to buy like yours." Yang Qingyue replied.
Ling Qingyu agreed with the latter part of the officer's sentence. Her grand size of residence should cost at least thrice as much in the capital.
Not mentioning, rarer availability of land, eligible to be bought. More background checks and strict monitoring were presumed to occur after buying the size she bought in Province N.
These officials smelled money and would soon hover around like wolves seeing meat. Without a strong background in the officialdom, it was better to stay away and live instead in a small villa.
"By the way, I almost forgot to congratulate you on your promotion. Should I call you Chief Yang, now?" Ling Qingyu said with genuine praise.
"Call me Miss Yang. We're not having an official conversation."
"Oohh," Ling Qingyu sighed and moaned. "I thought I could call Sister Yang."
Tang Ziyi clicked her tongue and didn't bother Ling Qingyu's behavior. Speaking of, it appeared she controlled Ling Qingyu's movement too much.
It's time to let go and enjoy life. It was just her adorable change in expression when Tang Ziyi prohibited that she fancied, watching.
The group entered the manor, under the awestruck eyes of Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning. At least, that moment was always what satisfied Ling Qingyu's self-esteem.
Ling Qingyu quickly ordered Butler Lin to prepare for a meal again, including those for Su Ruomei, Jiang Yu and the rest of the group.
Dining hall.
Signaling Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning to take a seat, Ling Qingyu also decided on a snack—french fries.
Tang Ziyi, as always, took over the seat unscrupulously. Only in front of Denise or her mother, Tang Ziyi's behavior could be fixed.
Ling Qingyu lamented Tang Ziyi's existence was really to raise her blood pressure. Though impolite to chat during the meals, Ling Qingyu started the topic since the maids hadn't delivered yet.
"Please. Don't be too formal with me. Relax, officers." Ling Qingyu said. "Don't watch me like I'm some sort of person who has only interest in the eyes."
Ling Qingyu was definitely speechless at their estrangement, facing difficulties in narrowing the connection.
Yang Qingyue snorted: "All businesspeople say the same word like yours. Only capital shines in your eyes."
Tang Ziyi snickered from the sideline at Ling Qingyu meeting an obstacle. Unlike hers, whose background could quickly interrelate with the two policewomen, Ling Qingyu had troubles.
Cai Ning's eye movement agreed with her friend's words. Ling Qingyu spoke: "Hey, I'll admit any capital sparks like a prairie fire in our heart, but my heart leans more toward humanities."
Ling Qingyu noticed her words seemed to have no effect. In fact, Ling Qingyu believed interest was what connected people tightly, in contrast to her words.
Should she be able to come up with a deal that Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning couldn't bear to refuse, Ling Qingyu completed her goals.
However, this world would become dull and boring if there were lack of empathy, sympathy, and kindness, if it ran solely on interest.
"I promise, I won't overstep on my path; I can guarantee it with my surname." Ling Qingyu said, although she didn't give a damn about Ling family ancestry.
But it dwindled the officers' repulse against hers. The first step was done. It worked.
Seeing the two on ears, Ling Qingyu coughed and slowly added. "We'll be talking about what I want later on after I show you my sincerity. By then, you can decide whether to accept my deals or not. And don't bring in my help this morning to the equation. I don't want anything out of it."
Ling Qingyu added: "It's also something to protect myself. If you fail, I and the rest of the honest businessperson will be in trouble in the future. Stability is what we sought for in Province N. Despite your action seemingly disturbing the hornet nest, someone must do it one way or another in the future. So, what's the matter with me giving some help."
Ling Qingyu's shrug caused Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning to stare at each other. The two had weird faces. What's the matter?
Ling Qingyu's possessing armor vehicles and guns was a huge matter. Okay! It was their extreme tolerance in controlling their psychology that they showed no expression.
Tang Ziyi already understood Yang Qingyue's and Cai Ning's inner thoughts and covered her mouth as she chuckled.
Wandering her eyes back and forth between the two policewomen and Tang Ziyi, Ling Qingyu realized her gaffe and changed the topic.
"Anyway, I've to thank you for doing this for three girls." Ling Qingyu said with a depressed voice. "They also express gratitude for your decisive actions because they are thinking they have to lay low for the rest of their life, without any justice."
Yang Qingyue had her eyes brightened, immediately knowing what Ling Qingyu was referring to. "Where are they now?"
"Inside this manor, of course. I took them in for their securities before things were solved outside." Ling Qingyu replied.
"A good decision." Yang Qingyue nodded. Her impression of Ling Qingyu began to slowly change.
Initially, Yang Qingyue thought these girls were merely for Ling Qingyu's chess moves. Now, to go to the extent, of protecting the victims personally, Ling Qingyu must also possess a strong sense of justice like hers.
Cai Ning also softened her eyes as she gazed at Ling Qingyu, who was willing to go through fire and storm, not afraid of offending powerful forces after deciding to protect the girls.
Even if there were agendas behind it, Ling Qingyu's behavior received affirmations.
Ling Qingyu continued: "Hmm, I almost forgot, Miss Yang. You know the three girls; would they have to show up on court? Regarding the law, I'm worried it will be difficult to achieve justice."
Yang Qingyue waved her hand. "Please don't worry. I'll have a talk with them later and videotape their words as evidence. In the meantime, I beg Miss Ling to protect these girls and hope will do the same for others if I face a situation."
Ling Qingyu nodded without wobbling around. "Of course. If you encounter any important witness, you can request help from me for protection."
Yang Qingyue smiled and mouthed her gratitude: "Then, I'll have to thank you a lot for Province N's law and order. Oh, by the way, since the capital's focus would press on the Province N soon, you need not worry the three girls wouldn't have justice."
"I reckon if you tell them yourself, it's more assuring. Well, I know it's embarrassing but I'm gonna take over one of your suspect's company; I might be exploiting the situation here. I'm just saying in advance. If there's any dereliction, I'll inform you first." Lingyu smiled cheekily.
Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning twitched their eyelids. Good girl. Hadn't finished complimenting for long before you showed your tails, both complained.
They understood what Ling Qingyu meant by exploiting. The usual business tactics taking advantage of the current situation.
They really hoped Ling Qingyu's deal wouldn't cut their skins off during this visit.
The maids' entrance dissipated the work energy and everyone on the table prepared to eat.
No need to be surprised. Tang Ziyi gobbled up everything before her, making others wonder if she chewed the food carefully.
Ling Qingyu didn't think much of Tang Ziyi's hurried behavior, who spent a huge amount of calories during the mission. The adrenaline and brainpower consumed a lot.
Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning also ate rapidly. But their movements still retained elegance. They were also hungry after using so much of their brainpower facing so many troubles in the station.
Watching them eat, Ling Qingyu also scooped a little each time. Except for Tang Ziyi, the others were preparing for a talk, planning pieces inside their mind.
Ling Qingyu presumed Yang Qingyue had the decision-making power among the two policewomen. Not to mention, she was now an acting chief.
However, Cai Ning's presence mustn't be underestimated. From the strict demeanor exhibited by Cai Ning and her high suspicions on strangers, Ling Qingyu assumed this one also had controls like veto powers.
Whatever decision Yang Qingyue made could be overturned by her with one word. Although she didn't seem like someone who always interfered, Yang Qingyue wanted her friend's approval.
Ling Qingyu nudged her forehead. Even though she had confidence things might work out well as she expected, she still had to persuade both policewomen.