"Xiao Zhuang, we still need to investigate the specific whereabouts of this explosive genius. But don't worry. With the ability of our National Security Bureau, we will give you a satisfactory answer in one or two days!" Wu Lei said solemnly.
His words undoubtedly made me feel at ease. If it weren't for Wu Lei's connections, I would have been a headless fly. I didn't know how long it would take for me to rely on the police to investigate and collect evidence. After all, this kind of assassin's operation had reached a point where not even a drop of water could leak out.
"Okay, okay. Thank you, Uncle Wu." Although we hadn't caught the assassin yet, Wu Lei's efficiency had given me confidence.
"Xiao Zhuang, don't be so polite. I just lifted a finger. Compared to the help you've given me, it's not worth mentioning. To be honest, I, Wu, have never admired anyone in my life. But, Xiao Zhuang, your medical skills have refreshed my understanding."
Wu Lei couldn't hide the excitement in his voice. What had been an incurable disease in the eyes of other experts and professors had miraculously been cured by me. Until now, Wu Lei could still remember it clearly. When he had gone to the hospital for a checkup, he had found that more than half of his cancer cells had been removed. He had been so excited that he couldn't find words to describe it. It was a desire to live. He had a lot of responsibilities on his shoulders, and he didn't want to fall before he completed his mission.
There was no doubt that my appearance had given Wu Lei a chance to live.
"Uncle Wu, you're overpraising me. When I'm done with my work, I'll give you another diagnosis." I was a little embarrassed.
Not long after I hung up, Grandmaster Chen called me again.
"Hey, what's up, Master?"
I felt that he probably wanted to talk about Elder Guan. They were old friends. At that time, my body had suffered an unprecedented blow, and I was lying on the bed like a vegetable. It was Grandmaster Chen who invited Elder Guan. He had flown thousands of miles from Beijing to Nan Yun, and he had awakened the nerves and senses deep in my mind, giving me a chance to live.
Sigh, to be honest, these two people were my saviors. If it weren't for their efforts, I wouldn't have reached the height I had today. However, I could only watch Elder Guan leave. This sadness and helplessness made me realize how insignificant I was.
Especially in the face of a disaster, my ability was far from enough. I couldn't deny that it was a painful lesson. I had to learn from it and become stronger.
"Xiao Zhuang, something happened at the auction house. They had no choice but to postpone it. I've asked someone to investigate. Apparently, more than ten treasures, including the Tianshan Snow Lotus, have been stolen!
The auction house is privately negotiating with the seller about the compensation, "Grandmaster Chen said impatiently.
"Ah?
That can't be! "
My face slightly twitched. This was too much of a coincidence. The auction was going to be held tomorrow night, and today, a batch of auction items was stolen. Coincidentally, the Tianshan Snow Lotus that I was determined to get was among them.
I was really drunk, and I had a feeling that the thief was purposely making things difficult for me.
"Sigh, I've just confirmed it with my friend. It shouldn't be wrong."
Grandmaster Chen sighed. He was also quite depressed. Although he had bought a new venue, he still had a few hundred million in his pocket. Originally, he wanted to buy the Tianshan Snow Lotus for me as a token of his appreciation.
Although the value of this thing was difficult to estimate, there weren't many people who could use it. Usually, it was used to cure diseases. If you wanted to nourish your body, it wasn't the first choice.
In an auction a few years ago, there was also a Tianshan Snow Lotus, and it was sold for thirty million. Therefore, as long as the competition wasn't too fierce, the price wouldn't exceed fifty million.
However, at this critical moment, the auction house was robbed …
"Did they find the thief?" I couldn't help but ask.
"My friend said that the thief covered his head the whole time, and only his eyes were exposed. Moreover, he was good at martial arts. The whole process took less than two minutes, and he completely escaped the attention of the security guards. Sigh, I guess it's going to be hard to find him. Xiao Zhuang, in this situation, we either have to continue waiting, or we have to think of a solution. Both the Tianshan Snow Lotus and the thousand-year-old Chinese Knotweed are extremely rare and precious herbs. Even if they are extracted, some people who don't know the value of them might stew them and eat them. That's why there are very few authentic herbs on the market."
Grandmaster Chen said unhurriedly. Before making the call, he had already thought of a solution. If I was in a hurry to find these two herbs, I would have to find another way.
It wasn't a wise move to just wait like this.
Grandmaster Chen paused and continued, "In addition to the formal auction house, there is also the 'underground black market' in the capital. This black market doesn't mean that the items are expensive, but it provides a place for martial artists to trade. There are many things that can't be obtained from the auction house. Some martial artists hoarded a lot of things, so they can sell them in the black market. Then, they can spend money to buy what they need. That way, they can get what they need."
"Oh."
I had heard of this black market, but I didn't know much about it. It seemed that the emissary from the True Martial Pavilion who came to distribute pills was very familiar with the upper echelons of the black market. He even told the emissary not to sell internal strength pills to me.
I didn't know whether to laugh or cry. Then, Grandmaster Chen introduced the situation of the underground black market to me and said that he would take me there.
Anyway, I didn't have anything urgent to do. After saying goodbye to the Guan family, I went to the Guo Wei Martial Arts School and met up with Grandmaster Chen.
After getting in the car, Grandmaster Chen suddenly asked me if there was any new progress in catching the witch Ye Ji. My heart sank, and I didn't know how to answer him.