Pure Darkness

Chapter 88

After eating a few more chopsticks, Luo Lang said, “I have a friend who knows an ophthalmologist, do you guys need me to introduce?” His tone sounded very sincere and peaceful. Jian Yao raised her head and looked at Bo Jinyan, An Yan lowered his head, eat.

Oi! I am an article!

Bo Jinyan replied, “No need. I've tried all the best in the US. It's no use. Thank you.”

Luo Lang was speechless, while Jian Yao felt his heart throb. Suddenly, his hand under the table was squeezed again by Bo Jinyan, tightly gripped, very tightly. Jian Yao slightly trembled, her thumb lightly rubbed the back of her hand, and her hand finally relaxed.

Oi! I am an article!

Suddenly, Luo Lang was silent for a while, before speaking again, “Jinyan, Jian Yao, I have a presumptuous request.” He smiled, “When you have the first child, may I be the godfather of that child?”

He looked at them, a pair of eyes filled with sincerity and absolute hope. Hearing his words, An Yan suddenly raised his head, and his black eyes looked at Bo Jinyan.

Bo Jinyan paused for a while, then replied, “Sorry, I'm afraid I can't accept your friendly feelings. Because our son can only have one godfather.”

The corner of An Yan's mouth lifted for a moment.

Oi! I am an article!

And then he heard Bo Jinyan lightly say, “This Fu Ziyu.”

Right after he said those words, everyone fell silent.

At that moment Fang Qing entered; in the face of a formidable foe, he did not want to disturb his friends with his personal problems, so in fact, he was a bit dazed as he asked, “What are you guys talking about?”

Jian Yao replied with a laugh, “We are chatting about the children of the future.”

At that moment, Luo Lang also laughed, and asked, “So, when are you guys planning to have it?” This godfather topic is set aside for now.

Jian Yao did not say anything.

Bo Jinyan very confidently replied, “Next year.” Jian Yao looked at him.

Because the act of sitting was rather large, Fang Qing accidentally knocked down the backpack hanging behind the chair, and the pile of files inside the bag also fell down. He immediately bowed to pick it up, Luo Lang who was beside him also extended his hand to help.

Luo Lang looked at the file in his hand and smiled, “An arrest warrant? What, does this guy have anything to do with the Butterfly Killer case?”

Fang Qing immediately retrieved the files from Luo Lang's hand to store them, saying, ” Lao Luo, don't ask this again.”

Luo Lang smiled carelessly, “I just asked casually.”

Everyone continued eating. It was just because everyone had something on their mind, the atmosphere for eating hotpot was a little calm. After they finished eating, Luo Lang did not wait for anyone to react before he received the bill, and then called a taxi. Before getting into the car, he smiled at them as he said, “The best ones, when you investigate, remember to stay safe. Next time we all go back to Beijing, let's get together again!”

Everyone stood on the side of the road, waving their hands at him. Jian Yao looked at Luo Lang the entire time, but not once did she stare at him as he slid into the car, not even looking back as he left.

The police station was not far from where they were eating, Fang Qing and An Yan, understanding the situation and trying to be prudent, left first, leaving Bo Jinyan and Jian Yao to go up behind, leaving behind, hand in hand.

The moonlight shone on them as the shadows of the trees trembled lightly. The road ahead of them was very straight.

“What do you think of Luo Lang?” Jian Yao asked.

Bo Jinyan replied, “Silent, sensitive, sad, and tenacious.”

Jian Yao was startled, while her expression remained calm.

“I don't like it,” he continued. “He has a faint temperament, difficult to distinguish.”

Jian Yao paused for a moment before saying, “Then, let's check Luo Lang.”

——

However, the overall work of the special investigation task force will not stop because of this small episode.

Bo Jinyan had determined her target.

It was a runaway criminal earlier this year, a ruthless bastard. His name is Chang Baoshi, and his nickname inside Jianghu is ‘Chang Er’*. He has been discharged from the army, where he was once a special forces soldier. Murder and arson, robbery and rape – he has done it all. Earlier this year, his accomplice had been caught in a police net in one fell swoop, and only he managed to escape thrillingly. This fellow was so brave and cunning, he managed to evade capture for several months. Now, the news on the street is he's in Hunan.

*T/N ‘Er’ \= two. Perhaps he is second in command of the gang, or there is a more prominent gangster surnamed ‘Chang’.

Bo Jinyan said, “The Butterfly Killer has specialized in killing ruthless bandits in recent years, and all the other criminal fugitives pale in comparison to Chang Baoshi. She will definitely choose him, because it impacts her self-esteem as a top serial killer.”

The others have nothing to say. Only Jian Yao nodded solemnly as she said, “That makes sense.”

Why would a vile and heartless serial killer, in the words of this married couple, be turned on so clearly? ‘Pale versus’, ‘his pride as a leading serial killer’. . .

Bo Jinyan turned her head so she faced Fang Qing. “What happens next is in your hands. Pursuing a suspect is your specialty as a criminal investigator.”

Fang Qing did not even blink as he replied, “Oke!”

——

Hunan has many mountains and is very beautiful. Despite having the most proud sights in the entire country, she also has the trendiest entertainment atmosphere in the entire country. However, after a few years passed, in addition to a few large cities, the development in other medium and small cities had stagnated and was mediocre over the past few decades. It is the same with the Hunan people. They were straight and honest, but with a little shrewdness, and that shrewdness was accompanied by a feeling of confusion. However, it seems that restlessness also exists in the Hunan blood, as well as formidable traits like spikes. As a result, the Hunan lands gave birth to many generals, as well as the most insane and unstable serial killers and ruthless bandits in all of China, such as Zhang Jun* and his gang.

T/N (Zhang Jun) – famous robbers and serial killers in China. Look here for more details.

Fang Qing went first to Hunan to chase the villain for five days.

Originally, the Ministry of Public Security had set up a team to pursue all clues relating to Chang Baoshi, and this team was now augmented by the influx of new police officers from the special investigation team. Hundreds of troops surrounded the southern mountains where Chang Baoshi was hiding. On the night of the fifth day, Fang Qing called Bo Jinyan and said, “Inya will be caught in the net, you guys can come now.”

——

It is a quiet village consisting of over twenty households, located in a valley in the middle of the hills. It was far from the city, so the houses were dilapidated, and the land, though vast, was sparsely populated.

It was a very bright day. A cloudless blue sky, with a high sun, stretched forever. However, because it is autumn, this mountainous region is not too hot. It was still cool and calm.

Fang Qing and the other criminal investigators rushed to the frontline of the circular blockade, while Jian Yao, Bo Jinyan and An Yan followed behind with the other reserve forces. An Yan constantly checked the map on his laptop, observing the topography of the environment, the weather, and even the changes in distant traffic patterns. Jian Yao remained by Bo Jinyan's side, not leaving her for a moment.

From a distance, there seemed to be no movement in the village. Occasionally, a villager walked past him, but a hand would instantly shoot to catch the man and pull him for cover. If you take a closer look, you will notice that many homes and fences, as well as their surroundings, have criminal investigators clinging tightly to the walls, all on alert. Their destination was the furthest grey, old, low building.

Jian Yao and the others were waiting outside the circle.

Suddenly, there was a movement among the criminal investigators. One by one, in plain clothes, they rushed towards the building like cheetahs.

“He left home early from behind!” someone shouted loudly.

Criminal investigators were fast approaching.

Behind the building was a forest, and behind it were mountains. Without a doubt, Chang Baoshi had chosen the terrain he was most familiar with, and had fled to the mountains. Fast in speed and sharp in his response, it was likely that he had seen the police as soon as they entered the village, and then escaped.

“Pursue him!’ said Bo Jinyan. He and the others quickly followed.

This mountain is very difficult to climb because the terrain is steep and there is no path. Bo Jinyan could not see and had to rely on her staff. Even though he was tall and leggy and continued forward fearlessly, he and Jian Yao slowly left behind. Even An Yan dashed forward, unable to contain his excitement.

Jian Yao was undaunted, so was Bo Jinyan. They keep following the voices.

——

Chang Baoshi dashed into the rocky alcove and looked back nervously, but no one followed him for now. He leaned against the stone wall, panting. He looked to be about 40 years old, giving or needing a few years, and tall and sturdy. He was wearing a poor quality shirt and gray pants that local farmers used to wear; his trousers were rolled up and his legs were covered in mud. He really looks like a farmer. He even wore a straw hat on his head with the fringe pulled down sharply so that no one could see his face clearly.

After resting for a while, he faintly heard the sound of footsteps chasing after him. His heart swelled with fear and he turned around to continue running. Suddenly, he broke out in cold sweat.

A gun barrel.

The black gun, protruding from the shadow on the surface of the stone, pointed right at his forehead.