bookcurios Chapter 147: The Salvation Squad 13
Chapter 147: The Salvation Squad 13
After a month of arduous investigation and pursuit, this sensational human trafficking case was finally solved. The nation erupted in excitement, cheering for this hard-earned victory. Not a single suspect escaped capture, and they were severely punished by law—all executed by firing squad, paying the price for their unforgivable crimes.
Lingjiu played an invaluable role in solving this case. It was her unique ability that provided the police with accurate location information. It was like a beacon in the darkness, guiding the way. Upon receiving the information, police forces across the country sprang into action, working together efficiently like tightly meshed gears.
They launched a massive arrest operation, finally bringing back children and adults who had been abducted and trafficked, some of whom had suffered in agony for years, even decades, to their longed-for families. Images of families weeping and hugging each other reappeared in every corner, a symbol of joyous reunion and the ultimate expression of justice.
Yet, amidst this joy, there's also a heartbreaking regret. Due to the passage of time, some of the trafficked individuals' loved ones are no longer alive. When they joyfully embark on their journey home, they find their familiar homes shattered by the passage of time. What awaits them is not the warm embrace of their loved ones, but cold tombstones and endless loneliness.
This pain, like a sharp blade, pierced everyone's heart. Even if the scum who caused all this were shot hundreds of times, it would be difficult to eliminate the resentment in people's hearts. The sins they committed, like scars that can never be erased, are engraved deep in the souls of the victims.
Gu Nanxiao witnessed all this and was deeply moved. To help those who had been trafficked regain hope in life, he resolutely established a foundation. This foundation is like a bridge, connecting the suffering of the past with a hopeful future.
The foundation is dedicated to providing assistance to victims, sparing no effort, whether it's funding their education or helping them rebuild their lives. Gu Nanxiao's gesture, like dropping a boulder into a tranquil lake, quickly sparked a positive response from people from all walks of life. People extended their hands, and donations poured in like a tide. Each donation carried a symbol of love and support for justice, bringing warmth and strength to the victims and allowing them to see light in the darkness.
This matter was like a heavy rock that had weighed on their hearts for a long time. Now that it had finally fallen to the ground, all three of them felt relieved.
As night fell, the stars twinkled, and a soft moonlight shone across the courtyard. The three decided to relax in this quiet evening, so they prepared a barbecue and enjoyed a few drinks to reward themselves for their exhaustion. The aroma of barbecue filled the courtyard, and the faint glow of the charcoal fire reflected on their faces, adding a touch of warmth to the cozy scene.
Just then, a meteor streaked across the night sky, its long tail trailing across the courtyard. Lingjiu instinctively raised her head, fixed her gaze on the meteor, and whispered, "May there be no more kidnapping in this world." Though her voice was quiet, it was remarkably clear in the still night, like a powerful wish for a better world.
Gu Nanxiao and Qi Jin were stunned at first when they heard Lingjiu's words, but then they understood. They slowly stood up, raised the cups in their hands, and looked at Lingjiu with a determined look. Lingjiu smiled knowingly and stood up as well. In the light of the shooting stars, the cups in the hands of the three of them clinked together, making a crisp sound, and they shouted in unison: "May there be no more kidnapping in this world." The sound echoed in the night sky and spread far away, like a sacred oath, and like the most beautiful expectation of this world.
Dai Qingyu's recent luck had been appallingly bad. Under the cover of night, he sat alone in his empty villa, the only sound around him being the ticking of the wall clock, each tick like the approaching footsteps of death.
Recently, whenever he goes out, there are red lights all the way, as if an invisible hand is deliberately blocking his journey.
The project that was originally a sure success failed inexplicably for some reason, and all the initial investment was wasted. All the efforts and expectations were shattered and disappeared like bubbles in the sun.
To make matters worse, he twisted his ankle while going down the stairs. He grimaced in pain, and it seemed as if something was laughing at his embarrassment in the dark.
When he showered that night, the bathroom was filled with steam, the light dim and blurry in the mist, and the bathroom floor felt like it was greased. He lost his balance and fell hard, knocking over bottles and jars in the small space with a loud noise. This series of bad luck made him wonder if he had stained himself with something unclean.
At that moment, the surrounding darkness seemed to come alive, creeping quietly into the corners. The more he thought about it, the more terrified he became. The creeping feeling was like a cold snake, tightly coiling around him, making him toss and turn in bed, unable to fall asleep. Finally, he could no longer bear the fear, and in the dead of night, he picked up his phone and called his good brother.
Gu Nanxiao was awakened from his sleep by the rapid ringing of the phone. He muttered irritably, "Who is it? It's the middle of the night."
He reached for his phone on the bedside table. The room was dark, lit only by the faint light from the phone screen. The branches outside the window swayed in the night breeze, casting mottled shadows on the curtains. Without even opening his eyes, he swiped across the screen to answer the call.
"Hello! Gu Nanxiao. I think I might have seen a ghost." Dai Qingyu's trembling voice came from the other end of the phone. The fear in the voice seemed to spread through the receiver, and it sounded particularly terrifying in the silent night.
When Gu Nanxiao heard this, he immediately sobered up a little. After seeing that it was Dai Qingyu calling, he sat up and cursed in annoyance: "This is really a ghost. Why are you calling me in the middle of the night instead of sleeping?" He turned on the bedside lamp, and the dim light illuminated a small area.
"Brother Xiao, I'm scared. Can I go to you now? I always feel like something is staring at me in the dark. It's so scary. I really can't stand it." Dai Qingyu's voice was filled with tears. He paced restlessly in the villa. The darkness around him surged towards him like a tide. He could feel the cold malice with every step.
Hearing him so scared, Gu Nanxiao finally suppressed his anger at being woken up and said helplessly: "Okay, come here! You kid, you are such a trouble. I am here, I guarantee you will be fine."
After hanging up the phone, Dai Qingyu felt as if he had been granted amnesty. He immediately stood up, not even bothering to change his clothes, and hurried out in his pajamas. Outside the villa, the night wind was cold, scraping across his cheeks like a knife, and he shuddered. The flowers and plants in the yard trembled in the wind, making a rustling sound. He drove to Gu Nanxiao's house.