Chapter 4018: Chapter 4006: Group Photo

"Are you still claiming Hangyo is your territory now?"

"Not anymore, not anymore, we don’t dare."

"Scram."

Xiao Bing cursed, and Ma Anchen and the others scurried away in a panic.

Lin Yi’s group all looked at Xiao Bing, initially thinking she was just another privileged second-generation rich kid, but she turned out to be far more formidable than imagined.

And since Principal Lin knew someone like this, observing their dynamic, it was clear their relationship was not simple. This made Principal Lin even more impressive.

"Lin Bro, I’m heading back now. I’ll come find you all tomorrow."

"Get some rest early."

"Got it."

...

Early the next day, filming for the problematic car exhibit proceeded as usual.

But upon arriving, it was evident the atmosphere was strikingly different.

The 4S shop staff displayed a noticeably more proactive attitude in resolving issues.

Seeing Lin Yi and the others approach, they were frightened and didn’t dare meet his gaze.

"These people often bully the weak and fear the strong. If we hadn’t taught them a lesson last night, today wouldn’t be much different," Xiao Bing remarked.

"That’s why sometimes, we need to speak up for the vulnerable. Regardless of our status or position, if we can lend a hand, we should try to help."

"I understand what you mean."

For the following two days, filming proceeded as planned, and Lin Yi’s group prepared to head back home.

"Lin Bro, there’s new intel from Corea; another official has been kidnapped, likely by an organization aiming to seize the upper half of the Sheepskin Scroll."

"I doubt they’d hand it over easily. After all, they’re a developed country. If an organization threatens them, their international reputation would suffer greatly, and they’d likely resist to the end," Lin Yi replied.

"Indeed, the authorities have deployed substantial armed forces and issued statements declaring they will fight these people to the bitter end," Xiao Bing commented.

"There are movements in the Beautiful Country too. During the United Nations meeting, they severely criticized Corea’s actions, reportedly planning a visit by Commerce Department staff, but the real motive might be the Sheepskin Scroll."

"The drama is about to unfold; what’s Boss Liu’s take?"

"He’s dispatched Group Two over but hasn’t issued new instructions to us."

"Since there are no orders, we wait and keep others ready for the signal."

"Understood."

After dining with Xiao Bing, the group set off for Zhong Hai.

Two-hour-plus journey, and they arrived in no time.

Back in Zhong Hai, Lin Yi didn’t have them return to the station but dismissed them, granting a day off the next day too.

Once everyone was seen off, Lin Yi dialed Qiu Yuluo.

"How’s the situation over there? Heard that Beautiful Country folks will visit soon; has the timing been finalized?"

"In three days, though the exact time isn’t clear yet," Qiu Yuluo answered:

"They’re feigning a business visit, claiming cooperation on economic and biomedical fronts, but undoubtedly, it’s for the Sheepskin Scroll, presenting us an imminent opportunity."

"From the current outlook, Corea is sure to hand over the Sheepskin Scroll’s copy, making Beautiful Country their primary target."

"That’s what I figured. Corea has home-field advantage, and major organizations dare not confront them head-on, so acting against Beautiful Country seems wisest, though how much tumult that’ll cause is hard to predict; all parties must be drawn in."

Thoughtfully, Qiu Yuluo said:

"This operation might need your involvement."

"I reckoned that; awaiting Boss Liu’s strategy," Lin Yi replied:

"Meanwhile, you should probe the conditions of various organizations, pinpointing their locations for facilitating future moves."

"I’m on it, and know the procedure."

"Team Leader Qiu, formidable!"

"Quit flattering me; compared to Team Leader Lin, I’m way behind."

After hanging up on Qiu Yuluo, Lin Yi didn’t head home but went to the hospital.

Li Chuhan was conducting clinic visits there, so Lin Yi entered her consultation room.

Seeing Lin Yi enter, a gleam appeared on Li Chuhan’s face, but she quickly refocused on her patients.

Around four in the afternoon, Li Chuhan completed seeing all her patients.

"Was the business trip smooth? Were the issues resolved?" Li Chuhan asked.

"All went well," Lin Yi responded with a grin, "Are you on night shift?"

Li Chuhan shook her head with a smile, "I just need to tidy up before leaving."

"Then what are we waiting for? Let’s eat out, catch a film, wander around; don’t waste all our time in the hospital."

"Hmm hmm."

Once tidied up, Li Chuhan left with Lin Yi.

Their date was simple yet unpretentious.

After dining, they strolled the mall, where Lin Yi bought Li Chuhan several outfits, followed by a visit to the cinema.

That night, neither returned home nor visited Li Chuhan’s residence but opted for a hotel, making plans.

However, up till now, there wasn’t any movement.

Given work the next day, neither slept in; after dropping Li Chuhan at her workplace, Lin Yi called Wang Ying.

With recent tasks keeping him occupied, he hadn’t reached out to her lately; one more delay and things might rust.

Their meetup was indeed straightforward; after dining, they directly headed to a hotel, not emerging until after three in the afternoon.

Upon wrapping up, Lin Yi visited a kindergarten.

While awaiting school dismissal, Ji Qingyan arrived, driving late.

"Oh, what a coincidence you’re here too," Lin Yi teased upon approach.

Seeing Lin Yi, Ji Qingyan chuckled.

"Indeed, picking up the kid too?"

"Yep."

Their conversation caught other parents’ attention, suggesting to them that these two perhaps weren’t quite respectable.

But pondering a bit, it seemed fitting; such stuff is commonplace nowadays.

"Right, when might you have time?" Ji Qing suddenly inquired.

"Why, something up?"

"When convenient, let’s take wedding photos, the ceremony can wait; anytime’s fine."

For Ji Qingyan, wedding photos held the best memories, not the ceremony itself.

"I’m flexible; even during work hours I can step out. You decide on these things."

"Let’s finalize it then, probably in the coming days," Ji Qingyan said:

"By the way, something else: Gao and Tao Yuan want partnering up for photos as well, plus Qin Han and Liang Jinming might join, making it merrier."

"Wow, He Yuanyuan’s being nosy, meddling even on stuff like this!"

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