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He Personally Put the Handcuffs on Me
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Li Ze saw Yao Yao fall to the ground after being shot and quickly rushed over to help her up.
Lin Yao weakly called out, "A Ze, you’re here."
She had thought she could take a moment to rest and find relief, but unexpectedly, Li Ze directly handcuffed her wrists and said coldly, "Take them all away."
The icy tone made Lin Yao unable to believe that the person before her was Li Ze.
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Lin Xiao led the team to successfully crack a drug trafficking case.
At the celebration banquet, Lin Xiao cleverly concealed her feminine traits and got along well with her colleagues. Li Ze expressed his admiration for her deep brotherly bond.
During the banquet, Director Cheng brought along a mysterious figure.
His name was Chen Yang, the only undercover agent from the Hong Wa operation who had not shown his face.
According to Director Cheng, he held a very high position in the drug trafficking circle and played a crucial role in the success of the Hong Wa operation. Now that he was making an appearance, he was ready to take down Qiu Luo's superior once and for all.
Did Hong Wa also participate in the operation?
Lin Xiao noticed that Hong Wa's reaction was a bit excessive. He quickly looked up and made eye contact with Chen Yang.
Chen Yang immediately approached Lin Xiao, saying, "Lin Xiao, you are a great contributor to the case against Qiu Luo. Now that you've solved another case, I am truly impressed. I've heard so much about you, and seeing you today, it certainly lives up to the reputation."
Lin Xiao nearly spat out his drink. "Don't say that; it's mainly thanks to Team Leader Cheng."
Chen Yang replied, "You're being too modest. May I ask if you have any sisters or younger siblings at home?"
Li Ze interjected, "He is the only child of the Lin family."
"Oh, I see," Chen Yang responded.
With Li Ze's comment, Chen Yang became even more puzzled. They looked so alike; it was uncanny. However, he felt it was best not to say too much and decided to observe further in the future.
After the celebration banquet, Li Ze chose to escort Lin Xiao home. Later, he privately investigated Chen Yang.
He sensed that both Lin Xiao and Chen Yang were acting strangely that night. Chen Yang seemed hesitant to speak about something important.
Li Ze couldn't help but feel his suspicions about Lin Xiao rekindle in his mind.
Chen Yang was a double agent, serving both the police force of their country and Interpol. He had spent three years undercover in Hong Wa for the Qiu Luo case, while at that time, the bureau had sent Lin Xiao undercover for the same mission.
A person who has been undercover for three years failed to uncover the most crucial evidence, while Lin Xiao, who has been on the job for less than six months, managed to bring the case to a perfect conclusion.
What role did Chen Yang play in that undercover operation?
He could provide key information for solving the case, yet both he and Lin Xiao were undercover in Hong Wa without ever crossing paths?
Or did he return with some vital information?
After Qiu Luo's line was cracked, Lin Xiao fell into a coma for three months due to a bullet grazing his head before rejoining the team.
Though Lin Xiao seemed both familiar and unfamiliar upon his return, it was hard to pinpoint what felt off; everything just seemed different.
However, due to director Cheng's involvement, there was little progress in the investigation. Yet today, Chen Yang clearly had something more to say.
With director Cheng not stepping forward to speak, could it be that he also wanted to test Lin Xiao?
Rumors of an insider in the bureau circulated—could it be true?
A bold thought suddenly crossed Li Ze's mind: no, no way—it couldn't possibly be Lin Xiao.
A sharp slap stung his face, burning hot.
Damn it, how could I even entertain such thoughts about Lin Xiao? Who is Lin Xiao? Someone I know so well; it’s impossible!
But why were my thoughts consumed with doubts about Lin Xiao? It was truly a headache.
Chen Yang's return to the team is to join us in capturing Qiu Luo's superior, the boss of an international drug trafficking organization. Could it be him?
No, wait... Yang Sen isn't Yao Yao's first love, could this still be related to Yao Yao?
After pondering for a while, Li Ze decided to call Lin Xiao: "Chen Yang's main task upon returning is to capture Qiu Luo's superior. You were the one who cracked the Qiu Luo case. Do you remember having any encounters with Chen Yang?"
Mentioning Hong Wa made Lin Xiao's heart skip a beat. It was true that she had been undercover in Hong Wa for half a year, but she had no idea if someone named Chen Yang existed.
"Also, I discovered that Qiu Luo's superior is actually director Cheng, the criminal organization we've been monitoring. Guess what else I found out? The boss of this group is Yang Sen, Yao Yao's first love. Could this matter also involve Yao Yao?"
Lin Xiao replied, "I'm not sure if I've seen Chen Yang in Hong Wa; that memory gives me a headache."
Li Ze insisted, "You must have crossed paths with him. Think carefully."
This was troublesome—an airborne undercover agent who had never shown his face before. Is he an enemy or a friend? "So, do you want to find Yao Yao?"
Li Ze said, "I don't want to involve Yao Yao, but I'm afraid it really does relate to her."
Lin Xiao suggested, "Let's discuss it when we meet tomorrow."
"Hey, uncle Fang, help me look into Chen Yang. He was also undercover in Hong Wa before; I don't remember anyone by that name. Check who he was working under back then."
"Okay, just be careful."
One problem after another—before they could eliminate Yang Sen, they were already being targeted. But perhaps it was good to have some foresight.
Lin Xiao was also worried about the impact on the Lin Group and needed to quickly ascertain whether Yang Sen's drug trafficking operations abroad were related to the Lin family.
He wondered if Chen Yang was aware of this matter; if he was, it would complicate things further.
Early in the morning, Director Cheng gathered everyone for a meeting regarding Yang Sen, planning a netting operation.
Based on Qiu Luo's confession and the evidence brought back by Chen Yang, they now had enough evidence to apprehend Yang Sen. "Chen Yang and you, Lin Xiao, will go to the airport to monitor him. Then find a way to blend into the Lin Group's Toast Ceremony. Yang Sen might lash out in anger if he feels rejected by the Lin family and act recklessly. Li Ze, you and Xia Peng will head to the venue first to set up our surveillance. Yang Sen is scheduled to arrive at the airport at three o'clock the day after tomorrow. Lin Xiao and Chen Yang, prepare accordingly. Li Ze, you stay here; everyone else is dismissed."
Director Cheng continued, "The Lin Group is Lin Yao's family business. How's your investigation going?"
Li Ze replied, "Yao Yao basically doesn't involve herself in any of the Lin Group's operations; she just runs a small tavern. I haven't found any connections with Yang Sen. Additionally, I've been monitoring Lin Guoben for over three months without any issues. Cheng, do you suspect that the Lin family is involved?"
Director Cheng said, "That's right. Although Yang Sen once had a romantic relationship with the Lin family's daughter, it shouldn't have escalated to this point where he would dare take such a huge risk just for some funds. Continue to increase your surveillance; report any unusual activity to me immediately. Lin Yao will also be attending the banquet, so make sure to protect her."
Li Ze assured him, "Don't worry, Cheng. Yao Yao will definitely not get involved. After being with her for so many years, I know her well enough. I'll keep an eye on her father as well."
Director Cheng cautioned, "Don't mix personal feelings into this; keep it professional. It's best if she isn't involved at all."
As Li Ze exited Director Cheng's office, he felt a mix of emotions but managed to compose himself and sent a message to Yao Yao: "Yao Yao, I won't be working late tonight; let's have dinner together."
He headed straight to Yao Yao's apartment after work. Although he had been with Lin Yao for several years, their time together was limited due to his demanding job.
Fortunately, Yao Yao understood and supported him wholeheartedly; she would occasionally bring him late-night snacks and wait for him after work, which was precious to Li Ze.
He planned to propose to Yao Yao this Christmas since she loved the holiday season. Just thinking about it brought him joy.
Li Ze had no parents, and Lin Yao's presence undoubtedly gave him hope for a family.
"Yao Yao, look what I brought you! After we eat, let's go watch a movie. I've already bought the tickets," Li Ze said.
Lin Yao pouted, looking quite aggrieved. "Well, I have to be a little upset then. I've asked you out several times, but you always said you were on a mission. You made me spend Valentine's Day alone."
"Punish me, you must punish me! Quickly, look at the Valentine's gift I got you. Do you like it?" Li Ze replied.
"As long as it's from you, I like it. So tonight, I have to punish you properly," Lin Yao said with a mischievous smile.
"Sure thing! I won't be working overtime these two days, so I can spend some quality time with my Yao Yao," Li Ze responded cheerfully.
Pouting slightly, she added, "My dad is having a Toast Ceremony. You should come with me; it's about time I introduced you to him."
Upon hearing that Lin Yao wanted to take him to meet her father, Li Ze felt a wave of nervousness wash over him. Although they had been together for many years, Lin Yao had always insisted that it wasn't the right time. He had patiently waited in accordance with her wishes.
Now that the moment to meet Father Lin had finally arrived, he couldn't help but feel flustered. Would his involvement in a case affect the first impression he made on Father Lin? "Yao Yao, I might not be able to attend with you, but I promise I'll definitely be there," he said.
Lin Yao teased him, "Alright, the ugly son-in-law is finally going to meet the father-in-law. Don't be too nervous!"
Li Ze still expressed his concerns. "You know Yang Sen will be there, right? Be careful around him."
"I know. With you by my side, I'm not afraid. It's normal for him to attend; after all, it's a business gathering and a chance to expand connections. Are you going because of him?" she asked.
"Yeah. I've heard he's coming for your family's money. You know I'm worried he might harm you," Li Ze admitted.
Lin Yao said, "The old man is a cunning fox; I'm not afraid."
Li Ze replied, "We'll meet at the wine party."
Lin Yao was well aware that although Yang Sen's return didn't guarantee success, there was at least a fifty to sixty percent chance. The situation was not as simple as Li Ze suggested; it wasn't just about targeting the Lin family's money.
Yang Sen had no freedom in Hong Wa ever since a leader codenamed "Hei Xie" parachuted into the organization. He had faced numerous setbacks and several transactions had gone awry, resulting in the loss of his trusted subordinates.
It was unclear how Hei Xie had managed to deceive the higher-ups so thoroughly; the obvious problems seemed invisible to them.
As a result, it was widely known that Yang Sen had always been dissatisfied with Hei Xie and even suspected him of being an undercover agent. Each time, they only heard his voice but never saw his face, as if he would die in the light.
Yang Sen was increasingly unwilling to see his years of hard work overshadowed by newcomers.
Thus, Lin Yao boldly speculated that Yang Sen's return was not only to win over the Lin Group but also related to Lin Jinming. The specifics would become clear at the Toast Ceremony.
Yang Sen had caused the organization a financial loss exceeding one hundred million and was under pressure to quickly deal with two batches of goods.
To resolve this crisis swiftly, he had no choice but to seek help from the Lin family.
Lin Yao thought to himself that this was a perfect opportunity; he might as well play along. After all, when prey comes knocking at your door, there’s no reason to refuse.
Lin Xiao and Chen Yang were assigned to a mission, first infiltrating the airport to arrange for the pickup of Yang Sen's men.
Lin Xiao couldn't help but feel a sense of relief; it was fortunate that she was operating undercover in her own territory, making it easy to pull off some small tricks.
However, her colleague Chen Yang had a different perspective. As a core member of Interpol, his sharp instincts were even sharper than Li Ze's.
During their mission, Lin Xiao nearly exposed her female identity several times, but fortunately, she managed to defuse each crisis successfully.
She understood that if her true identity were revealed at that moment, the consequences would be dire.
Meanwhile, suspicion began to take root in Chen Yang's mind.
He noticed how smoothly Lin Xiao handled this mission.
In fact, it wasn't just Chen Yang; even Yang Sen started to doubt whether Lin Xiao (Ye Hua) was actually Lin Yao.
When Lin Xiao and Chen Yang went to pick up passengers with the others, Yang Sen felt an unsettling familiarity upon seeing Lin Xiao for the first time, planting seeds of doubt in his mind.
With a suspicious mindset, he thought Lin Yao might be disguising herself to keep tabs on him. That evening, he called to inquire about Lin Yao's whereabouts.
Upon learning that she was at her small tavern and that Lin Yao was indeed inside, he finally relaxed his guard. However, Lin Xiao was no fool and naturally had her own backup plan.
With the Lin Group's Toast Ceremony approaching the next day and Lin Yao scheduled to attend, Lin Xiao considered this the perfect opportunity to dispel any suspicions they might have about each other.
Soon enough, the Toast Ceremony arrived; night fell and the lights began to twinkle.
At the Toast Ceremony of the Lin Group, the venue was ablaze with lights and filled with lively chatter, a gathering of the elite.
However, beneath this seemingly tranquil splendor, undercurrents were stirring, and a meticulously planned operation was about to unfold.
Lin Xiao stood in a corner of the venue, dressed in a sharp suit, his gaze profound.
He gently swirled the goblet in his hand, the red liquid shimmering enticingly under the lights, mirroring the turbulent waves within him that he struggled to calm.
"Chen Yang, how are preparations on your end?" Lin Xiao asked quietly, tilting his head.
"Everything is ready. As soon as Yang Sen appears, he won't escape our sight," Chen Yang replied, his eyes resolute and his voice carrying an undeniable conviction.
"Good. I'll leave things here to you while I head to the back to assist in protecting the chairman of Lin Group. Let's stay in touch."
Yang Sen, a notorious figure in the drug trafficking world, was taking a significant risk by returning to the country, with his sights set directly on Lin Group.
Every move he made seemed to signal to the police that his actions were inextricably linked to Lin Group.
Tonight's Toast Ceremony was also his first step back on domestic soil.
Lin Xiao took a deep breath, fully aware that this confrontation was not only about the integrity of Lin Group but also about her own fate.
She had to tread carefully and proceed with caution.
At that moment, the grand entrance of the venue slowly opened, and a figure walked in amidst a crowd of admirers.
The person was tall and composed, exuding an extraordinary aura—none other than Yang Sen.
If it weren't for this event, Yang Sen would indeed be quite an impressive catch.
The Toast Ceremony was ablaze with lights and filled with a lively atmosphere.
As most of the guests had arrived, Lin Yao was seen gracefully linking arms with Father Lin, stepping into this extravagant and bustling occasion.
With their arrival, two rows of bodyguards quickly formed on either side, creating a pathway for the pair to walk toward the center of the venue.
Lin Yao wore a stunning gown that made her shine like the brightest star in the night sky, capturing everyone's attention.
She smiled confidently, her elegance contrasting sharply with Father Lin's steadiness.
At that moment, a glimmer of excitement flashed in Li Ze's eyes as he raised his glass to Lin Yao, a loving smile spreading across his face.
Lin Yao returned the smile but did not pause; she continued to link arms with her father and walked straight toward the stage, becoming the focal point of everyone’s gaze.
Lin Yao's entrance undoubtedly elicited a thoughtful smile from Yang Sen, while Chen Yang stood frozen in surprise. "Lin Yao? Lin Xiao? Could it be... her?"
He then glanced toward a corner of the venue where Lin Xiao was watching the Lin father-daughter duo intently, showing no signs of unusual behavior. So it was?
In the following moments, Li Ze, Chen Yang, and Lin Xiao discreetly observed Yang Sen's every move.
Inside the venue, a diverse array of people gathered, some engaged in conversation, others exchanging pleasantries, creating a lively atmosphere.
The appearance of Lin Yao and Father Lin undoubtedly added more color and attention to the Toast Ceremony.
After Father Lin exchanged greetings with various guests, the Toast Ceremony officially commenced. Lin Yao stepped onto the stage with enthusiasm and began her speech.
Under Father Lin's watchful gaze, she elaborated on the significance of the Toast Ceremony and warmly welcomed everyone’s presence.
Soon after, the banquet began in earnest; music filled the air, and the dance floor came alive.
Lin Yao moved gracefully through the crowd, smiling as she conversed with various individuals, navigating the complexities of social interactions.
Meanwhile, Father Lin sat calmly to one side, observing the dynamics of the event.
Chen Yang, with a somewhat unsteady gait, was filled with curiosity and doubt as he made his way toward Lin Yao.
His wine glass gently swayed, the liquid shimmering enticingly under the lights. His eyes revealed a multitude of questions; it seemed that unraveling this mystery could only be achieved through Lin Yao.
At that moment, immersed in the joyful atmosphere, Lin Yao locked eyes with Chen Yang and sensed an unusual aura surrounding him.
Chen Yang approached her and softly asked, “Miss Lin Yao, you are truly beautiful. May I have the honor of speaking with you for a moment?”
Lin Yao set her wine glass down, her expression slightly puzzled. “Thank you for the compliment. May I ask who you are and what you wish to discuss?”
Taking a deep breath to steady his excitement, Chen Yang replied, “My name is Chen Yang. I was wondering if you have ever been to Hong Wa?”
Lin Yao feigned surprise as she heard the name. "Hong Wa? Where is that? What do they do there?"
Chen Yang nodded. "You really haven't been there? It feels like we’ve met before."
Lin Yao paused for a moment, seemingly contemplating how to respond. Finally, she said, "Your pick-up line is a bit cliché, you know. I have a boyfriend named Li Ze."
Chen Yang's heart sank, and he pressed on eagerly, "Think again. Are you sure you haven't been there? Li Ze and I are on the same team..."
Lin Yao shook her head. "I really haven't been there. So that means you and my A Ze are colleagues? He never mentioned you before."
"I was on a mission before, just got back recently," Chen Yang replied.
"Oh, I see. So you came to ask me about this?" Lin Yao asked.
Chen Yang nodded.
"Then I'm sorry, but I really haven't been there," she said.
Chen Yang's suspicions were somewhat alleviated, but at the same time, more questions flooded his mind.
He longed to know more about Lin Yao, but he couldn't be too forward or he wouldn't get anywhere.
So he deliberately let his drink slip from his hand, causing the glass to slide toward Lin Yao. As she bent down to wipe it up, he quickly crouched down to take a closer look.
No, she isn’t her? Could it be that I really made a mistake?
Did Chen Yang want to see the birthmark on my ankle? Could it be that he knows me?
Fortunately, I was well-prepared today; otherwise, I would have almost been discovered.
As the Toast Ceremony progressed, Yang Sen gradually let his guard down.
He walked over to the terrace and found Lin Yao, who had just changed her clothes and was admiring the city’s night view.
Seeing this, Chen Yang and Li Ze quietly followed him. "See? He really is here for Lin and Yao Yao," Li Ze thought to himself.
Yang Sen said, "Yao Yao, it's been a while. You look even more beautiful." He approached Lin Yao and spoke sincerely.
Lin Yao turned around, looking at Yang Sen with a hint of surprise in her eyes. She clearly hadn’t expected him to approach her directly instead of her father.
"You're too kind, Mr. Yang," Lin Yao replied.
Yang Sen continued, "During my visit back to the country, I hope to have more opportunities for collaboration with Lin Group. I hope you can speak a few good words for me in front of Father Lin." He smiled, his tone carrying deeper meaning.
The two exchanged smiles while each had their own thoughts in mind.
Lin Yao replied nonchalantly, "You might want to discuss that with my father; I just focus on managing my Little Bar."
She said this casually, not wanting to say much more, fully aware of how many eyes were watching Yang Sen and her.
Yang Sen said, "Oh, why are you ignoring such a large family business like the Lin Group and instead fussing over a small bar? Besides, isn't the Lin Group ultimately yours?"
As Yang Sen spoke, his tone was distinct, emphasizing each word with a hint of mockery.
Lin Yao didn't want to engage with him further and was about to leave with her drink in hand.
However, Yang Sen quickly stepped forward to block her path. "In such a hurry to leave? If you don't want your boyfriend to know your true identity, I suggest you slow down."
Lin Yao's heart skipped a beat. What did he know?
Still pretending to be calm, she replied, "Oh really? Have you been out there polishing your skills in nonsense? Come on, tell me, what is my true identity?"
Yang Sen smirked. "Don't play dumb. You know exactly what I'm talking about. That guy in the gray suit outside is your boyfriend, Li Ze, right? Are you saying he came along for the ride, or is he here with Narcotics Officers prepared for something? You think I don't know you've set up a trap here waiting for me?"
Lin Yao retorted, "Wow, are you dealing drugs now? My boyfriend is a Narcotics Officer! If anyone's getting caught, it's the drug dealers."
Yang Sen shot back, "Lin Yao, do you really think I'm an idiot? No, I should call you 'Hei Xie,' my dear leader. I'm going in, and you're implicated too. Do you think your boyfriend knows you're Hei Xie? Imagine his shock if he finds out."
Lin Yao laughed dismissively. "Look at you! What are you doing? Watching too much TV and trying to play a role in my life?"
Yang Sen shook his drink and suddenly burst into laughter before leaning closer to her ear. "Yao Yao, keep pretending. I want to see how long you can keep it up."
“Alright, then you see if I’m just pretending,” Lin Yao said, picking up the phone to call Li Ze. “Li Ze, Yang Sen said I’m his corrupt boss, Hei Xie.”
Yang Sen exclaimed, “Lin Yao, are you out of your mind?” He quickly snatched Lin Yao’s phone away.
Lin Yao laughed, “Hahaha, Yang Sen, how funny you are. As the esteemed daughter of the Lin family, I’d become a drug dealer? And what’s this about Hei Xie being your superior? That’s hilarious! Didn’t you say I’m Hei Xie? Then my boyfriend is a Narcotics Officer. Why don’t you go tell him and let him investigate? He’ll find out the truth.”
“Are you messing with me?” Yang Sen asked.
“Yang Sen, oh Yang Sen, you’ve really made no progress in all these years with your self-righteousness,” Lin Yao replied.
Yang Sen realized they were being watched and made a move to leave. He leaned in close to Lin Yao’s ear and whispered, “Take me out of here to avoid those people. Once we’re outside, I’ll tell you who said you were Hei Xie. Otherwise, if I get caught, your Lin family won’t escape this mess either.”
Lin Yao responded, “I’m not interested in who’s trying to slander me. Rumors stop with the wise. Besides, why should I take you out?”
"Is this enough?" Yang Sen asked.
Thus, the curtain of this business battle slowly rose against the backdrop of the night at the Toast Ceremony.
After introducing Yang Sen to uncle Fang, Lin Yao returned to the venue to continue her social activities.
She approached Li Ze and whispered in his ear, "Yang Sen said there's an undercover agent among your colleagues on the mission."
Immediately after, she linked her arm with Li Ze's and said, "Come on, let's go meet my dad."
With a smile, she walked up to Father Lin. "Dad, this is the person you've only heard about for five years but never met—my boyfriend, Li Ze. I'm officially introducing him to you."
Father Lin's words revealed both admiration and curiosity towards Li Ze.
He looked Li Ze up and down, his eyes sparkling with satisfaction.
He extended his hand and smiled, "Welcome to the Toast Ceremony. You've been with Yao Yao for five years; it's great to finally meet you."
Li Ze respectfully shook Father Lin's hand, feeling the steady strength in it. His respect for Father Lin deepened even further.
"Yes, Uncle," he replied gently. "We have developed a deep bond over these five years since we got to know each other. I apologize for not finding a suitable opportunity to meet you until now."
"Today, I come with sincerity and expectations for the future to meet you," he said.
Mr. Lin nodded in satisfaction, his gaze filled with a tender affection.
He was very pleased with Li Ze's performance, as if he could already see a future partner for his cherished daughter.
He patted Li Ze's hand gently and remarked, "It's clear that you are a sincere and good young man. Our Yao Yao has good taste."
Hearing Mr. Lin's praise, Li Ze felt a surge of gratitude. He understood the significance of this moment and was determined not to let expectations down.
In the relaxed atmosphere of their conversation, Li Ze elaborated on his work, family, and future plans.
Mr. Lin listened attentively, occasionally asking questions, to which Li Ze responded patiently.
As the evening progressed, Mr. Lin's understanding of Li Ze deepened, and his fondness for him became increasingly evident.
Later, Mr. Lin called Li Ze aside and led him into a private room.
He inquired about Li Ze's plans for the future and the depth of his feelings for Lin Yao.
Li Ze firmly expressed his willingness to do everything for their future and that he deeply loved Lin Yao.
Mr. Lin was moved by this declaration and expressed his willingness to support Li Ze's decisions and choices.
At the same time, he shared his own expectations and suggestions, hoping they could work together towards a bright future.
Finally, he presented a gift to Li Ze as a token of their meeting, expressing his heartfelt intentions.
This gift was a deeply meaningful family heirloom, symbolizing responsibility and commitment, as well as representing recognition and expectations for Li Ze.
He earnestly told Li Ze that he hoped he would take good care of his daughter.
At the same time, he advised Li Ze that no matter what challenges lay ahead with Lin Yao, he should unhesitatingly choose to trust her and stand firmly by her side, protecting her.
Li Ze felt an unprecedented sense of responsibility and motivation, becoming better prepared for the challenges to come.
He knew he had taken an important step towards spending his life with Lin Yao and had received the blessings and recognition of her family. Now, he just needed to follow through with his plans—this Christmas, he would propose to Yao Yao.
At that moment, a masked man slowly walked into the venue.
Dressed in a black suit, he exuded an extraordinary presence.
The atmosphere in the room instantly became tense due to his arrival.
Lin Yao also noticed the masked man, her eyes flashing with confusion and curiosity.
The masked man approached Lin Yao directly and whispered a few words to her.
Lin Yao's expression turned serious in an instant.
However, at that moment, Li Ze was called away by his father. Aware that there was an insider on the other side, she felt it was unwise to act rashly and could only follow the masked man for now.
What awaited them next would be an even more intense and complex confrontation.
When Li Ze and Father Lin emerged, they discovered that Yao Yao had vanished without a trace, and their attempts to reach her by phone were futile.
Li Ze also received news that tonight's operation had been canceled.
As they anxiously searched for any sign of Yao Yao, nightfall quietly descended, casting a mysterious shadow over every corner of the city.
With no way to contact her and no leads in sight, both Li Ze and Father Lin felt their hearts sink to the depths of despair.
Li Ze's face turned pale, filled with guilt and anxiety. He was acutely aware of the dangers lurking within tonight's business gathering, especially considering that Lin Yao was just a young woman.
Moreover, as the daughter of the Lin Group, Director Cheng had specifically instructed him to ensure her safety.
This thought stirred a profound sense of fear within him.
He knew he had to find Yao Yao quickly; otherwise, the consequences would be unimaginable.
At that moment, Li Ze suddenly received a message informing him that the planned operation for tonight had been canceled.
This left him in a dilemma.
On one hand, he needed to find the missing Yao Yao. On the other hand, the cancellation of the operation plan might involve an important mission. After all, before meeting Father Lin, Yao Yao had quietly reminded him that there was an insider in their team. Now, receiving this news likely had something to do with that.
However, there were only a few people attending the banquet tonight, so who could the insider be? Did Yao Yao's disappearance have anything to do with this insider?
At this moment, he couldn't afford to split his focus on these matters; he could only concentrate all his energy on finding Yao Yao. Yet it seemed that in order to locate her, he first needed to identify who the insider was.
Father Lin's expression grew serious. With years of experience and intuition, he sensed the gravity of the situation. He understood that whoever had taken Yao Yao must have ulterior motives or be connected to Lin Group in some way. Some individuals might even exploit Yao Yao's disappearance to create trouble.
But he chose not to share these thoughts with Li Ze; instead, he silently accompanied him in the search.
After the Toast Ceremony, Lin Xiao, Chen Yang, and several other colleagues received the message that the operation had been canceled. They returned directly to their base to review the events of the night.
Yang Sen's appearance and every subtle movement were analyzed repeatedly by these individuals. They attempted to uncover Yang Sen's true intentions from these clues.
However, Yang Sen was not an ordinary person. Every action he took seemed to carry profound meaning.
Especially during his confrontation with Lin Yao, where it was clear that they had a disagreement, yet in the end, Lin Yao chose to compromise. Did Lin Yao concede because Yang Sen had grasped some critical point?
As both of them fell into deep thought, an unexpected message shattered the night's tranquility.
Li Ze called, panting as he spoke, "Yao Yao told me that we have a mole on our side. When I went in to communicate with Father Lin, I came out and couldn't find Yao Yao anywhere. I've been trying to call her, but her phone is off. I'm worried something might happen to Yao Yao. Have any of you noticed where she might be?"
Typically cautious, Li Ze was surprisingly flustered and irrational due to Yao Yao's disappearance.
At this moment, he could no longer afford to harbor any doubts about Lin Xiao and Chen Yang. His sole focus was on finding Yao Yao, without considering that his actions might alert others.
When Li Ze learned that there was an insider among the colleagues attending the banquet, he felt no surprise at all. Instead, it seemed entirely expected. Was it possible that everyone knew except for him?
The reactions of the others were too unusual, which suddenly put Li Ze on high alert. They were all together, and he was alone—did they suspect that he was the insider?
At this point, who could he trust? How could he find Yao Yao?
Li Ze decisively reported to Director Cheng about Yao Yao's disappearance and his thoughts on the situation.
In the following days, Li Ze worked tirelessly to locate Yao Yao.
It turned out that after the Toast Ceremony, Yang Sen did not leave directly with Uncle Fang. Instead, he had coerced Lin Yao into taking him to a secret meeting with another person from the Lin Group.
This news shocked Li Ze. He realized that Yang Sen's purpose for returning home was likely far more complicated than they had imagined. No wonder there had been changes in the capture plan; things had become exceedingly intricate. However, he could not allow Yao Yao to remain in danger.
In order to find Yao Yao, Li Ze decided to take the risk and investigate deeply. However, both Lin Xiao and Chen Yang instinctively declined, urging Li Ze to remain calm and composed. They reassured him that Yao Yao was surely safe, and that Yang Sen would not pose any life-threatening danger to her, especially since he still needed the Lin Group's financial support to secure his own future.
At that moment, Li Ze was not in the mood to listen. All he knew was that Yao Yao could not be in any danger, and he vowed to protect her. Resolute, he chose to act alone in tracking Yang Sen's whereabouts, hoping to uncover the secret connection between him and the Lin Group.
However, as his investigation deepened, he gradually realized that he was falling into a massive crisis. Lin Xiao, Lin Yao's twin brother, had been killed on the spot by a Drug Lord after his undercover identity was exposed.
In pursuit of the truth behind his brother's death, Lin Yao underwent a transformation to resemble his brother and falsely claimed that he had been in a coma for nearly three months due to a bullet graze on his head.
While delving into the family business, Lin Yao discovered that someone was indeed involved in drug trafficking. To his shock, the one responsible for this operation was none other than his own cousin, Lin Jinming. Could his brother's death be connected to him?
Lin Yao's heart was ashen; she could not accept the death of her brother, Lin Xiao.
They were twin siblings, and their mother had died during childbirth.
From a young age, they had been inseparable, supporting each other through thick and thin.
No matter the time or place, they were each other's strongest backing.
Now, however, her brother had been murdered by someone unknown to her, leaving her engulfed in endless sorrow and rage.
Determined to uncover the true culprit behind her brother's death, Lin Yao resolved to infiltrate the Drug Lord Organization, willing to pay any price to become a part of it.
Using her intelligence and connections from a local tavern, she quickly made a name for herself within the largest Drug Lord organization abroad.
Adopting the alias "Hei Xie," she became one of the most important figures in the organization.
Yet, Lin Yao was not content with merely becoming a Drug Lord.
She was determined to leverage her brother's identity as a Narcotics Officer to dismantle drug trafficking cases one by one in her quest to find the murderer of her brother.
She understood that only by bringing these criminals to justice could she avenge him.
Lin Yao began her mission, utilizing her position within the Drug Lord organization to gather a wealth of intelligence.
She discovered that a larger dark force was hidden behind this organization. They were not merely involved in drug trafficking; they were engaged in various other illegal activities.
Lin Yao decided that she would bring this organization to justice, avenging her brother and completing the unfinished business he left behind.
Through numerous operations, Lin Yao gradually obtained more clues.
She realized that the leader of this organization was far more than what she had encountered so far. The true mastermind was a mysterious figure known as "Yoying."
Yoying had always remained in the shadows, never revealing himself, yet his presence was felt everywhere.
Lin Yao thought to herself that only by finding Yoying could she uncover the truth behind her brother's murder.
After all her investigations, from her brother's undercover mission with Qiu Luo to Yang Sen, and then to her cousin Lin Jinming, as well as the contacts with various Drug Lords abroad, she found that information about Yoying was scarce.
At the Toast Ceremony, Yang Sen showed her a glimpse of Yoying's back, and lying on the ground was an undercover police officer he had killed—wasn't that her brother?
Then at the Toast Ceremony, a Masked Man claimed to know Yoying's whereabouts and arranged to meet her alone. This put Lin Yao in a difficult position; it felt like walking into a trap. Knowing there was danger ahead, she still decided to take the risk in order to find her brother's killer.
Before taking the plunge, she made arrangements for an escape under the guise of Lin Xiao.
She concealed everything from everyone and arrived alone at the place mentioned by Yoying, ready to confront her face to face.
She knew well that this was her final step in uncovering the truth, and it was also the most dangerous one.
When Lin Yao reached the location described by Yoying, she found it to be an abandoned and remote factory.
Cautiously, she slipped inside, searching for any trace of Yoying.
Suddenly, a shadow darted out from the darkness, and Lin Yao immediately reacted, dodging swiftly. The two engaged in a fierce battle, each move deadly.
During the fight, Lin Yao finally saw Yoying's true identity and immediately ceased her counterattacks.
However, with her life at stake, she had no choice but to retaliate and subdue her opponent.
It turned out that Yoying was none other than her father, whom she and her brother had always revered.
Lin Yao was utterly shocked; this revelation struck her like a heavy blow. She could not accept this reality.
Her father had been deceiving them all along, revealing himself to be a cruel and ruthless figure.
Not only had he killed her brother, but he had also been hiding right under their noses.
Lin Yao's anger and sorrow reached a boiling point. In that moment, without any hesitation, she decided to bring her father to justice.
She faced him in a final duel, narrowly escaping defeat several times.
Although her father was strong, he was ultimately aging, and his speed and energy were far below Lin Yao's.
Lin Yao had never told her father that she had been practicing Taekwondo with her brother all along, and she had finally succeeded in defeating him.
However, as she watched her father fall to the ground, she wasted no time in handcuffing him. To prevent him from escaping, she used another handcuff to secure him to the iron frame.
Finally, she could sit down and sort through her thoughts.
Why was her father a Drug Lord?
Why did he kill her brother?
Now he was trying to kill her as well, and her heart was filled with complex emotions.
She hated him, yet she loved him.
Lin Yao almost roared in fury at her father, "You disguised yourself so well, why? Tell me why!
You claimed that my brother was your pride, yet you were the one who killed him with your own hands. You said you loved me, but every move you made just now was deadly; I almost died at your hands. Fortunately, you didn't know that I had been learning Taekwondo with my brother for self-defense. I never imagined I would have to fight against you."
I have always avoided confrontation, afraid of hurting you, Dad. But what about you?
You keep pressing me without a thought of showing mercy.
Do you want to kill me too, my father?
At the party, you deliberately had someone tell me they knew the whereabouts of Yoying, all to lure me here, waiting for me to walk right into your trap, weren't you?
Knowing that struggling was futile, Father Lin directly played the emotional card with Lin Yao, tearfully confessing everything.
It turns out he became a Drug Lord because he was once a Narcotics Officer. During an operation, he was caught up in a conspiracy and forced to betray his colleagues.
To protect his family, he had no choice but to align himself with the Drug Lord organization.
Did you think I didn't know that after your brother died, you took his place in the team and continued to crack down on drug trafficking cases one after another?
You managed to establish yourself in the narcotics squad and become a core member of the Drug Lord organization, Hei Xie.
Do you really believe it was just because of your connections from that little tavern?
uncle Fang has always been able to provide you with precise information about drug deals ahead of time. Have you never questioned how he knows?
"Where did the information come from?" Father Lin's tone was clearly sharp as he spoke.
Do you really not know what kind of person your father is?
Yes, the man standing in front of you is the greatest Drug Lord, a criminal beyond redemption in the Yoying organization.
But that isn't your father; it's your uncle.
Your father merely imprisoned him and took his place in Yoying, all to gather evidence of his crimes, because we are twin brothers.
No one recognized me as an imposter, not even your cousin Jinming.
You and your brother have always asked me who the other person in that photo is, why you've never met him.
I always told you it was your father's brother, who died in an accident.
But it wasn't an accident; it was because he had been deceitful since childhood.
In the end, he caused a rift with our family and severed all ties, disappearing from our lives. The next time we heard about him was when your father was still in the force; he was one of the drug dealers your father wanted to capture.
That was when I realized he had turned to a life of crime, and from then on, we drifted further apart.
When your uncle learned that Dad was a Narcotics Officer, he began to devise ways to kill me. I narrowly escaped death several times because we couldn't gather enough evidence against him to take action. He had me in a vulnerable position, using it to blackmail us, which forced Dad to feign allegiance and join him.
Fortunately, there is always a way out. Although I took over the Lin organization, your brother was the one who truly inherited Dad's legacy, and Dad was immensely pleased about that. However, he worried about you being implicated, so he ensured that your brother's connection to the Lin was completely clean.
Otherwise, how could you have seamlessly replaced your brother without raising any suspicions? That was a path Dad had already paved for both you and your brother. Your brother's death was not caused by Dad; it was your uncle who left no stone unturned. Your brother fell victim to your uncle's gunfire. By the time Dad arrived, it was already too late. That was when Dad began his counterattack and imprisoned your uncle.
Now that you've uncovered all of this, Dad has also gathered all the evidence of his crimes, which is stored in the safe in his office. His drug production site is in Nan San, where your uncle is also being held. You should report this to the higher-ups and initiate a capture operation.
After listening to her father's story, Lin Yao's heart was filled with contradictions.
She understood that her father's choice was a result of being forced into a corner.
She also realized the hardships he had endured over the years and all the silent sacrifices he had made; he was not truly a villain.
The real culprit behind her brother's death was her uncle, not her father. She decided to forgive her father.
At the same time, she resolved to use her own strength to clear his name, seek justice for him, and bring the true murderer of her brother to justice.
Just as Lin Yao was preparing to unlock the handcuffs on Father Lin, a phone call suddenly came in. After listening for a moment, she responded briefly and hung up.
Father Lin, feeling a bit anxious, turned to Lin Yao and said, "Yao Yao, was that Li Ze?
Tell him to come and pick us up so we can bring the real bad guys to justice."
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