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Zuo Qing's sudden appearance, especially the subtle pressure of his spiritual power that seemed to be even stronger than Klein's, instantly put Lin Qiye on alert.

However, Lin Linhou waved his hand, indicating that everyone did not need to be nervous, because he seemed to have seen the person who came before, and that he was one of their own.

"You are... oh right, the male secretary next to Commander Ye?"

Lin Linhou had met Ye Fan many times before, so he naturally had an impression of Zuo Qing, who was by Ye Fan's side.

Zuo Qing: ...

That's the general idea, though.

But something about what you just said sounds a bit strange.

"So, Secretary Zuo, what are you doing here? You've been loitering in mid-air for most of the day, not even bothering to come down and help. You only come down after we've finished fighting."

Although Zuo Qing was a good diver, he practically stayed close to the bell formation, constantly tapping and touching things here and there. How could Lin Linhou not notice him?

Zuo Qing: ……?_??

"Come down and help? Me, come down and help them? Help the honorary high-ranking members of the Night's Watch, the second largest benefactor of the Great Xia Night's Watch, or help you revenge-seeking rebel squads?"

The fact that he's hiding in the sky is already the biggest help he can give, okay?

"Let me repeat myself, do you know how big of a mess you've made? Even if there was a reason for it, you should at least have followed the proper channels for reporting it afterward."

"Yet you directly resorted to extreme measures to resist. As members of the Night Watch, you attacked high-ranking officials and assaulted ordinary people, which are serious violations. You also destroyed the Baili Group and bombed..."

"Stop, stop, stop... Secretary Zuo, what exactly are you here for? You can't be here to interrogate me."

Before Zuo Qing could finish speaking, Lin Linhou interrupted him, as he hated post-war wrangling the most.

"No, that's not it. I was originally entrusted by Commander Ye to arrest the main culprit, Bailishin, for trial on charges of bribery, murder, stealing and altering Night Watch secret files, and many other crimes."

As Zuo Qing spoke, he looked around at the "ten thousand acres of fertile land" and sighed that he would probably lose his hair from writing the report when he got back.

“But one thing at a time, your team’s mistake this time is also quite serious. You’ll be in big trouble after this is reported. Even Commander Ye and I may not be able to completely absolve you of responsibility.”

While Lin Linhou and Zuo Qing were negotiating, Lin Qiye also released himself from the possession state. Although he felt like he might faint at any moment, he was able to hold on.

"Qiye, are you alright? Are you planning to sleep for two or three days at a time again?"

Baili Pangpang quickly supported the swaying Lin Qiye, because Lin Qiye, like his older brother, always needed to sleep for two or three days after using his cheat code.

Everyone knows this perfectly well.

Lin Qiye: ...

What, Fatty, are you hoping I'll pass out?

"Maybe, but not now, at least things have come to a peaceful end here."

"But Fatty, what are you planning to do about your family?"

Baili Pangpang understood Lin Qiye's meaning.

Although the Baili Group was destroyed, almost all the main culprits involved in his murder were executed.

But this doesn't mean his problem is completely resolved. There are still some participants and acquaintances involved in this matter at the Baili family villa.

For example...his mother.

"I still don't believe my mother would harm me. Although she must know that I am not her biological child, I can feel her love for me over the years, and it is genuine."

Even if it's true that he was poisoned today, everyone was eating from the same table back then.

After a moment of hesitation, Baili Pangpang's expression hardened again.

“I will investigate the matter thoroughly and tell the other party everything that happened today, but no matter what the outcome, I will not kill her, nor do I want to kill her.”

"The former Baili Tuming is dead. This matter ends here."

Lin Qiye nodded upon hearing this. Since things were going better than expected, and the fat man had already made up his mind, he felt much more at ease.

In fact, Lin Qiye didn't really want to see every member of the team end up in a situation where they had neither father nor mother.

If it ends up with a nickname similar to the Fifth Special Orphan Squad, that would be interesting.

Oh right, except for An Qingyu. Although her parents' relationship seems to be practically nonexistent, they at least have some connection.

……

"Alright, Secretary Zuo, I know more about the law and the Night Watch's rules and regulations than you do."

"But I understand another principle: only absolute strength can determine everything."

"It is true that morality is the upper limit and law is the bottom line."

"But what's ridiculous is that the bottom line is sometimes broken, and it's changed again and again for the sake of interests."

"A decade or so ago, families were ruined by those who had more children than allowed, and the government provided old-age care for those without children. Now they're encouraging people to have children, and the government is supposed to provide for their old age? That's just empty talk."

"So, as long as I don't think what we're doing is against my conscience or morality, don't bring up the Night's Watch's rules and regulations with me."

"Go back and write a truthful report. Let it be reviewed and judged as necessary."

"Whether we comply or not depends on my mood."

"At Night's Watch headquarters, if any leader has any objections to this matter, have them come to me so we can discuss it in person."

"Or, I could go and discuss it with them in person."

Lin Linhou pointed behind him with a thumbs-up and spoke domineeringly.

"They're under my protection, understand?"

Lin Linhou's true strength now ranks among the strongest in the Great Xia Dynasty, so he naturally has enough confidence to confront the so-called high-level judgment of the Night Watchmen.

I'm already being very accommodating by not openly participating in rule-making; do you still want to restrict me with rules and regulations?

What's going on?

In any case, Lin Linhou's attitude was basically: if you push me too far, you can try to reason with me about nuclear weapons.

"No, no, no, that's not what I meant. What I meant was, your team must be tired from carrying out missions lately. Since this incident has caused such a big stir, why don't you go into hiding for a while and take a good rest to regroup?"

"This way, Commander Ye and I will have enough reason to deal with those old guys."

"The higher-ups are all a bunch of uncles and old men. People tend to become rigid and inflexible to some extent. Please be understanding. They don't mean any harm."

Zuo Qing quickly denied it again, saying that even if the final judgment was not to lead to a situation of accusation and punishment, it would just mean that your Fifth Special Squad might have to stay quiet for a while.

He was just giving everyone a heads-up beforehand, to avoid any misunderstandings when the outcome came out.

"I will handle this matter immediately and report it truthfully later. Please stay in Guangzhou and Shenzhen for the time being and do not travel around."

"Well then, that's settled then, Secretary Zuo. Goodbye."

Zuo Qing: ┐(′-｀)┌ Sigh...

Public relations is really hard work.