Chapter 1147 - 1113: Latest Report

“Wait, wait a minute, Yang Jian, how can you be sure the other party is targeting you, and not just laying a trap for us?”

In the office, Wang Bin couldn’t help but ask as he listened to Yang Jian’s confident words.

Yang Jian paused for a moment, then glanced at Liu Xiaoyu: “This is an obvious question, even she knows it, or maybe Uncle Wang is underestimating the identity and status of a captain at headquarters. Although I’m just in name, in the supernatural circle, being in name or not is basically the same.”

“A person in charge in Da’ao City couldn’t even handle a few small roles running casinos. The only possibility is that he doesn’t want to handle it, or there are figures from the supernatural circle behind these small roles.”

“When it involves the supernatural circle, it’s not your problem anymore, it’s my problem.”

Liu Xiaoyu nodded and said: “Yes, I’m also surprised that Lok Sheng would reject Captain Yang’s request. Although Lok Sheng is not under Captain Yang’s jurisdiction, it’s a small matter that a captain is dealing with. As the person in charge, Lok Sheng theoretically has no reason to refuse.”

“However, Yang Jian, if you go to Da’ao City in a high-profile manner, it might be too noticeable. I suggest letting headquarters handle this matter.”

“They are already eyeing my Shangtong Tower. Do you know what that means?”

Yang Jian sipped his cola, showing a slight cold smile: “Someone wants to test me, or even wants to bring me down. It’s highly possible they’ll draw me to Da’ao City to get rid of me. Lok Sheng has already been compromised.”

“That’s absolutely impossible. No one dares to act against a captain level person. Once exposed, it would trigger a backlash from all ghost handlers at headquarters.” Liu Xiaoyu was startled by Yang Jian’s speculation.

Yang Jian said: “I’m just considering the worst-case scenario, or it could just be a simple trap involving money.”

Liu Xiaoyu blinked, momentarily unsure of what to say.

“It can’t be that serious, right?” Wang Bin was also startled, his whole body involuntarily trembling.

If Yang Jian’s speculation is true, then he and Zhang Xiangu are just appetizers. The real target is Yang Jian, and if something happens to him, it’s not just a loss of tens of billions, everyone related to Yang Jian could be implicated.

Zhang Xiangu solemnly said at this moment: “It hasn’t reached that point yet, I think we can delay it. Since the other party set a trap to make us lose a lot of money, as long as we find a way to win it back, the matter can be stopped, preventing further escalation.”

“That’s a good idea, but if you get involved, things will go wrong. The former is about money, the latter might lead to casualties.” Wang Bin said.

He also learned some things about Yang Jian through his daughter Wang Shanshan, understanding the general nature of people in the supernatural circle, so he wanted to persuade Yang Jian to resolve this matter through normal means.

“You still want to gamble with them?”

Yang Jian shook his head: “That’s too foolish. The other party won’t let you win. The reason you lost this time is to inform me, to let me know. If you go again next time, I guarantee not only will you lose, but you’ll also be detained.”

“Winning through normal means is impossible, but what if we use abnormal means? I know…” Wang Bin raised his head to look at him again.

“No, supernatural powers must not be used for this.” Liu Xiaoyu immediately opposed.

Yang Jian glanced over: “I think this suggestion is good. How can you be sure the other party hasn’t used supernatural powers to interfere with them?”

“You have no evidence, just a guess.” Liu Xiaoyu said.

“A captain doesn’t need evidence to act, only a suspicion is required.”

Yang Jian put down his cola: “That’s a captain’s privilege, don’t pretend you don’t know.”

Liu Xiaoyu was at a loss for words.

Indeed.

What Yang Jian said was right, if a captain suspects a supernatural involvement, action can be taken without needing a reason.

Because supernatural events themselves are reasonless, if everything required evidence, would there be any action at all?

“That’s the decision then.”

Yang Jian thought it over again and found it feasible: “Go play with them again, if they are targeting me, they’ll make a move, if it’s just a misunderstanding, once the losses are recovered, this matter is over.”

“Alright, this is the most stable way.” Zhang Xiangu nodded repeatedly.

Wang Bin also agreed.

“We’ll depart tomorrow morning, take my private jet to Da’ao City, just consider it a trip.” Yang Jian said.

Liu Xiaoyu asked, “Do you plan to go alone or bring any teammates?”

“I can’t gamble, I need to find an expert.” Yang Jian said.

Expert?

Liu Xiaoyu frowned, searching among Yang Jian’s teammates.

But just at this moment,

A cold laugh came from behind the office door: “Heh, an expert? Isn’t that me?”

After the laugh,

The door opened, revealing Zhang Wei in a trench coat, comb in hand, combing his hair as he walked in: “Yang Jian, you’re looking for the right person now. I, Ah Wei, may lack other skills, but when it comes to gambling, I’m a true expert. Since debuting, I’ve only won, never been defeated.”

“Dad, you’ve been so careless, working hard for over twenty years, always bragging about your success and how much money you’ve made. Yet, you lost it all in a day and are now bankrupt. Luckily, you have a smart and capable son like me, don’t worry, with me here, you’ll be fine.”

Zhang Wei stood beside his father Zhang Xiangu, patting his shoulder earnestly.

“You brat, where did you go, why didn’t I see you earlier?”

Zhang Xiangu immediately stood up, smacking Zhang Wei’s head.

Zhang Wei stumbled, almost falling, hastily picking up the comb to straighten his slightly messy hair: “Done, you’ve gone mad with losing, this time hitting me without reason. Wasn’t I just downstairs in the internet café, staying up all night online?”

“Stop messing around, go home and sleep.” Zhang Xiangu grabbed Zhang Wei, pushing him out.

“Brother Tui, save me.” Zhang Wei shouted immediately.

Yang Jian said: “Uncle Zhang, don’t be angry, Zhang Wei is only trying to help, and gambling isn’t about people, it’s about who cheats better. I actually think it’s a good idea to take Zhang Wei, at least they don’t know him, it’s an advantage.”

Zhang Xiangu released Zhang Wei: “Is it not inappropriate to take Zhang Wei, what if there’s danger?”

“I’ll be going together, there won’t be danger. If there’s danger with me around, then there’s nowhere safe in this world.” Yang Jian said, speaking with confidence.

Zhang Xiangu thought for a moment and agreed, nodding.

“Brother Tui, you know me, I’ve never cheated in my life, I’ve always won with my own skills. Give me a hundred bucks, and I can win it all from them, make them call me daddy.”

Zhang Wei lifted his head, adjusted his trench coat, and then slicked back his hair, looking spirited and confident.

“Quit bragging, it won’t kill you.” Zhang Xiangu glared.

Zhang Wei said, “Dad, it seems you still don’t understand me very well. No worries, I’ll make you see me in a new light.”

Liu Xiaoyu spoke up at this moment, “Yang Jian, you want to take Xiong Wenwen, right? He can foresee, knowing the results beforehand, which suits this trip well.”

“Is foreknowledge really that outrageous?” Zhang Wei’s eyes widened.

Yang Jian nodded, “Supernatural powers are indeed that outrageous. I plan to take Xiong Wenwen with me, his foresight doesn’t fail when it doesn’t involve supernatural matters.”

Zhang Wei understood, “That’s fair, having a cheat to prevent the opponent from cheating back is good, but the main force is still me. I’m aware of that.”

“You’re just here to make up the numbers, just don’t cause trouble.” Zhang Xiangu looked at Zhang Wei with a strange expression.

“Dad, you’ve lost a lot and you’re talking nonsense again.”

Zhang Wei shook his head, paying little mind to the words, automatically disregarding them.

“You little brat, how dare you mock me, I’ll beat you when we get back.” Zhang Xiangu said angrily.

“He’s triggered, Brother Tui, look, my dad’s now not only broke but triggered too. He used to say I was a fool giving money away all day, now that he’s given so much away I haven’t said a word. Although he’s my dad, fairness is fairness, and I’m still actively contributing to the family.” Zhang Wei said.

Zhang Xiangu, furious, looked around, as if searching for a stick, wishing he could beat Zhang Wei to death.

“President Zhang, calm down, calm down, this mess is really our fault.” Wang Bin quickly restrained Zhang Xiangu.

After all, things had gotten out of hand, their assets were gone, being rebuked by his son was to be expected.

Yang Jian was also unfazed.

Zhang Wei and Zhang Xiangu were always at odds, it wasn’t the first time this happened.

However, during their conversation, this matter was settled.

In Yang Jian’s view, this was just a simple trip, nothing major. In his current state, with a dog in the supernatural circle, he could practically roam unchallenged.

After the conversation ended, Wang Bin and Zhang Xiangu left, and Zhang Xiangu took Zhang Wei with him.

The office was quiet again.

Zhang Liqin cleaned up the coffee and tea on the table, while Jiang Yan excitedly hugged Yang Jian’s neck from behind, “What time are we going out tomorrow so I can prepare a few nice outfits in advance? What type do you like, I’ll wear it for you?”

“Jiang Yan, leave your personal matters for later, Yang Jian has other things to handle.” Liu Xiaoyu said.

“What other things?” Jiang Yan asked curiously.

Liu Xiaoyu said, “Of course, it’s matters in the supernatural circle.”

“Report anything going on recently as soon as possible.” Yang Jian gestured with a wave of his hand.

Liu Xiaoyu said, “Yang Jian, have you forgotten? There’s an incident designated as the Black Umbrella near Dachang City. Feng Quan was monitoring the movements there, but after you got involved in the Ghost Lake incident Feng Quan was transferred. Now, Tong Qian is responsible for observing, but just yesterday, Tong Qian had to return to Zhongshan City where he was previously in charge.”

“Currently, Wang Yong is keeping an eye on it, but Wang Yong’s report from last night shows something unusual; the Ghost Domain has started moving.”

As she said this, she handed over several satellite images.

The images showed an area that was indistinct, as if something was interfering with the signal. Comparing a series of images, it was clear that the area affected by the interference was moving. Over one day, it had already moved several tens of kilometers.

“It’s moving south and not heading toward Dachang City.” Yang Jian looked at it.

“You should find some time to resolve this.” Liu Xiaoyu said.

Yang Jian nodded, “You’re right, I’ll deal with it when I get back. But wasn’t there a method using the White Ghost Candle to attract and fix the range of the Black Umbrella? How could it move uncontrollably this time?”

“The White Ghost Candle can indeed attract the Black Umbrella, but once the candle goes out, the Black Umbrella will continue in one direction. Wang Yong suspects that someone or something at that location is attracting the ghost.” Liu Xiaoyu said.

Yang Jian pondered over this.

Wang Yong’s suspicion wasn’t wrong, but dealing with the Black Umbrella is very risky.

The Ghost Domain layers upon layers within the umbrella, and if you delve deep enough, there’s a possibility of getting lost. So Yang Jian didn’t want to prioritize it because if anything went wrong, he’d be trapped. At the very least, he wanted to wait until he had finished dealing with the matters at hand before considering it.

“By the way, why did Tong Qian return this time? Please don’t tell me it’s about the Caesar Hotel.” Yang Jian shifted the topic, asking.

Liu Xiaoyu said gravely, “You guessed right, there’s a supernatural phenomenon at the Caesar Hotel, and Tong Qian is going to investigate it this time.”

“Tell him not to go alone.” Yang Jian immediately said.

The place at the Caesar Hotel is eerie and dangerous, even he dared not easily step in. If Tong Qian recklessly acted alone, he’d end up very badly.

“Tong Qian is not acting recklessly; he is just observing the situation to determine the scope of the supernatural influence.” Liu Xiaoyu said.

Yang Jian nodded, “That’s fine, this matter is of a higher priority. I’ll check out the Caesar Hotel after returning from Da’ao City this time.”

“Perhaps you should take a look first to prevent any accidents.” Liu Xiaoyu suggested.

Yang Jian said, “If an accident were to happen, it would have already happened; a few days earlier or later won’t make a difference. Are those all the reports? Is there nothing else?”

“There’s more. The Exorcism Club in Japan sent someone who wants to contact you. Their liaison is staying at the Shangtong Tower. Do you have time to meet them?” Liu Xiaoyu added.

“No time, I just got back, and I have no mood to meet others. Let them wait.” Yang Jian waved them off.

Liu Xiaoyu said, “That’s all on the agenda. There are some less important matters, but your secretary can report those to you.”

“Got it.”

After listening to the recent reports, Yang Jian remained silent for a moment.

Things were piling up.

Unconsciously, supernatural events have started to become uncontrollable, and the situation is worsening faster than expected.

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