[Current Intelligence Points: 2]

[Today's Intelligence 1 (Blue): Luo Yang, a big shot in the Sha District, has released news offering a million-dollar reward to find a group of professional scammers. These people scammed his lover's brother out of five million "highway project operation fees." The scam group was spotted in a residence at West Mountain approximately two hours ago, specific address ****]

Scammers again?

Could it be the same crew that messed with photovoltaic last time? They're in for a rough ride now.

Qi Yun licked his lips. A million... let's just say it's for a good cause.

[Today's Intelligence 2 (Red): A basketball court owned by Guanghui Group is up for sale. The manager in charge of the sale is extremely greedy]

[Today's Intelligence 3 (Blue): Abula, a resident of Gunas Village, plans to find someone to help repair his dilapidated house. He has a chair at home which his grandfather brought out during the turmoil at the Prince Mansion, and it's worth over 8 million]

"Hiss~"

Upon seeing this piece of intel, Qi Yun drew in a sharp breath.

What kind of chair could be worth millions? Made of gold?

He immediately picked up his phone to check the location of Gunas Village on the map, only to find it was pretty far—over in Kuche City—almost a seven to eight-hour drive.

But for 8 million, it's worth the trip.

...

The next day, in front of the City Bureau.

Qi Yun received a call from Zhang Dayong in the morning, telling him that the matter with Shi Feng had been resolved, and he could come out today, so Qi Yun was there early waiting.

Before long, Shi Feng emerged from the bureau's main entrance, sporting a grin of relief.

He immediately spotted Qi Yun standing not far away, walked quickly over, and gave Qi Yun a strong pat on the shoulder, "Brother, I owe you one this time. If it weren't for you, I'd be in a tight spot now."

Qi Yun chuckled, casually replying, "As long as you're okay."

Shi Feng nodded, eyes filled with gratitude, "I owe you big time. If you ever need anything in the future, just ask, and I'll do anything in my power to make it happen."

Qi Yun shook his head, "No need to be so formal with me. Do you want to head home first or what's the plan?"

Shi Feng glanced at a commercial vehicle parked by the roadside and said, "Just take me straight to the shop."

"Alright, let's go."

After they got in the car, Shi Feng asked, "How come you're driving this one now?"

"My assistant took the other car for some errands, so I rented this one to use for a few days," Qi Yun explained.

In no time, the car stopped in front of Qiuyue Pavilion on Antique Street.

Shi Feng pushed open the car door, stepped out, and gazed at the familiar sign, feeling a multitude of emotions.

The experiences of the past few days had made him cherish his freedom and everything around him even more.

Once inside the shop, Shi Feng first boiled some water to brew a pot of tea, then stood up and said, "Wait a moment." With that, he headed towards the inner room.

A few minutes later, he returned with a box in hand.

Sitting down, Shi Feng placed the box on the table and pushed it towards Qi Yun, speaking with earnestness, "I know you must have paid a heavy price to get me out this time."

"I spent most of my cash on a house two days ago, so there's not much left. In this box are five kilograms of gold bars I saved over the years. Take it. If it's not enough, I'll get you more days later."

Qi Yun looked at the box in front of him, slightly taken aback.

Five kilograms of gold bars, even with the recent drop in gold prices, are still worth about four million.

He didn't touch the box on the table, instead took a cigarette out of his pocket, handed one to Shi Feng, lit one up himself, and leisurely said, "Take these back. I don't want them."

Shi Feng became anxious upon hearing this, "If you don't take them, I won't feel right in my heart. I..."

Qi Yun waved his hand, interrupting him, "Let me finish first."

Shi Feng opened his mouth but didn't say anything further.

Qi Yun then continued, "To make sure those four guys left you out of it, I promised fifty each to their families. When you're financially comfortable, just pay it back."

"And join me for a trip to Kuche this afternoon to help me find something, in return for the favor. Deal?"

Shi Feng nodded, although still a bit hesitant, "This money ought to come from me, but I know with Director Zhang you..."

Qi Yun didn't give him a chance to continue, patting his shoulder with a sigh, "Alright, that's between me and him. If I end up inside someday, just remember to bail me out."

Upon hearing this, Shi Feng swallowed back the words he was about to say, finally nodding forcefully, his eyes slightly red, "Brother, rest assured, if that day ever comes, I'll go bankrupt if I have to, but I'll get you out."

Qi Yun smiled, exhaling a puff of smoke, "The way you say it, it's like you're actually hoping I end up inside."

"Alright, wives can always be replaced, what's a man got to worry about lacking a wife?"

At this, Shi Feng's mood dimmed, nodding with a sigh, "When I was broke, she thought I was poor; when I had some money, she felt I didn't love her enough and our life was too dull. Women, huh..."

Seeing the conversation veering off course, Qi Yun quickly comforted, "Don't think too much. Parting ways with the wrong person isn't so bad. You may be a bit thin on hair, but you're not bad-looking. With money, you can find anyone you want."

Shi Feng lifted his head, his previous dejected look replaced by a touch of bitterness, "You've got a real knack for comforting people, haven't you?"

Qi Yun laughed heartily, "Alright, let me ask you something. What kind of chair do you think could cost 8 million?"

"8 million?" Shi Feng froze briefly, his Adam's apple moving twice.

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